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Midtown Jewelers in Reston, Va. was just awarded weddingwire.com 2010 Bride's Choice Award, placing them in the top five percent of all professionals in the community. Midtown Jewelers, called Reston's "hidden gem" by weddingwire.com, is a full-service family-owned store providing on-site jewelry and watch repair, including a custom design specialist. midtownjewelersinc.com
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The National MS Society sponsors its annual "Women on the Move" Luncheon on April 29, a leadership initiative that joins women together in search for a cure for MS. The luncheon will take place at the Marriot Wardman Park Hotel. You can help by becoming a table host, sponsor, or attending the event; you can also donate a ticket or a table that allows a woman with MS or an active volunteer to attend the luncheon as a guest of the National Capital Chapter. E-mail luncheon@msandyou.org or call the chapter at 202-296-5363 for more information. To get involved right away, go to nationalmssociety.org
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Invite friends and family to spend their time at the Dupont Hotel while celebrating the city's annual Cherry Blossom Festival from March 25-April 12. For the 98th Cherry Blossom Festival, the Dupont Hotel is offering a 20% discount for guests. For reservations, visit doylecollection.com and use the promotional code CHERRY (all caps). The Dupont Hotel is an official supporting hotel sponsor of the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
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Designer Diane von Furstenberg is releasing a compilation album called "Proud to be a Woman" on March 8, International Woman's Day—100% of all proceeds for the $15.99 CD will go to Vital Voices, an organization that supports the empowerment of women worldwide. It features artists like MJB, Santigold, Estelle, and Joss Stone. The CD will be available at DVF boutiques, dvf.com, and iTunes.
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This spring Ann Taylor looked at their collection through a ROSE-TINTED LENS-taking inspiration from English GARDENS IN BLOOM, vintage BOTANICALS and a palette of SOFT NEUTRALS. Its NEW COLLECTION is the PERFECT MIX of irresistible WEAR-NOW PIECES, BEAUTIFUL BASICS and DESK-TO-DINNER STYLES designed to instantly update your wardrobe. For store locations or to shop the collection, visit anntaylor.com. |
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Georgia O'Keeffe: Abstraction
Although best known for her iconic representations of flowers, landscapes, and animal bones, Georgia O'Keeffe's abstract work is as bold and breathtaking as that of her European contemporaries Picasso, Matisse, and Kandinsky. See an American legend in a whole new light in this exhibition of over 100 paintings, drawings, and watercolors.
Through May 9
1600 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
phillipscollection.org
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Vital Voices Global Leadership Awards
March 10
Kennedy Center
The Vital Voices Global Leadership Awards honor and celebrate women leaders around the world who are working to strengthen democracy, increase economic opportunity, and protect human rights. Vital Voices founder Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has attended the Global Leadership Awards every year since its inception. Confirmed presenters for the 2010 program include: Diane von Furstenberg, Time Inc. CEO Ann Moore, Reese Witherspoon, Suze Orman, Nicholas D. Kristof, and Avon CEO Andrea Jung and NBC Nightly News Anchor Brian Williams. Visit vitalvoices.org for more information.
NFL Players Gala, JB Awards
 April 14
Mandarin Oriental Hotel
The NFL Players Gala featuring the JB Awards is an annual awards presentation that benefits Special Olympics D.C. Contact NFL Players at 202-572-7500 for more information.
National Hospice Foundation Gala
 April 23
Omni Shoreham Hotel
The 2010 National Hospice Foundation Gala will celebrate the hospice leaders who have played an integral role throughout the past 30 years. It will include a silent auction featuring wine, travel adventures, and a special collection of antique jewelry, accessories and home decor. Contact Katrina Lucas at 571-289-7108 for more information.
Annual Georgetown House Tour
April 24
The tour will feature eight to twelve of Georgetown's most beautiful homes and their impressive gardens within walking distance of each other. A tea featuring homemade sandwiches and sweets is included with the ticket price. Contact Constance Christakos at 703-304-8583 for more information.
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The stock market rebounded nicely in 2009 after falling dramatically in 2008. This rally may have distorted your asset allocation requiring a reassessment and rebalancing to your portfolios. Be sure to include a review of the tax integration efficiency within your financial plan. You may want to consider holding highly taxable investments in tax qualified plans to lower your overall income tax burden. For a complimentary portfolio assessment review contact: Edward Geoffrey Sella / CPA, PFS / CFP® /President & CEO / SPC Financial, Inc. / Independent Registered Investment Advisor/ SEC
spcfinancial.com
Securities Offered Through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. / Member FINRA/SIPC
Raymond James Financial Services does not offer or provide tax advice. Any tax advice provided herein is provided by Sella & Martinic, LLC. Sella & Martinic, LLC and Raymond James are independent entities.
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Makeovers for The Cure is a day of beauty for a great cause. Hosted by Celebrity Makeup Artist Victoria Stiles, enjoy a makeup application and a manicure, by appointment, with all donations divided evenly among 3 cancer charities: Cancer Schmancer, Stand Up 2 Cancer, and Critters For The Cure. The event is from 12-4PM at Leiper Stiles Studios in Dulles, VA. We are requesting a minimum donation of $10 for 1 service and $20 for both. All attendees will enjoy complimentary champagne, appetizers, and leave with a gift bag sponsored by Paint and Powder Cosmetics. To make an appointment, please call 202.415.3876 or email at vstiles@leiperstilesstudios.com |
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