A Diva State of Mind

Every month, Washington Life Magazine features a story on an attractive single in the DC area.  This time around, the magazine would like to compile a list of the ultimate twenty something singles in the DMV. They will be the top 20 singles of the year.

Ursula Lauriston, the author of Twenty Something, is seeking super attractive, smart, fun-loving, goodhearted and outgoing people. In order to be considered for the list, you must be under 30 years old, SINGLE and currently living in the DMV. 

If you (or someone you know) are interested in being considered, email Ursula at [email protected] with a photo of yourself, your age and a few facts about yourself.  All information must be submitted by Monday, August 29^th at 12pm.

Are you a top 20 single of the year?

Twenty Something is a social diary where she sounds off weekly on dating, D.C nightlife and events, career etiquette, and more. You can follow Ursula on twitter at @urdiggy.

From DC Tweetups to rooftop parties, there’s enough going on this week that “I’m bored” or “there’s nothing to do” shouldn’t be in your vocabulary this week! For some reason, this week in May is packed.  From Tuesday to Saturday, there’s something to do other than your typical happy hours and parties at the usual venues.

Check out this week’s events, pick and choose what works for you and I hope you all have a fun-filled week!  I look forward to seeing you at some of these events too!!

Tuesday, May 18^th

*Always Honest Ingredients” #CalTortTweetup!

California Tortilla (3501 Connecticut Ave NW) 7pm to 10pm.  RSVP at http://twtvite.com/CalTortTweetup

Time to eat n’ tweet with California Tortilla! There will be salsa, guac, chicken and steak cooking demos. Not only can you taste it - you can help make it…anything you want! In addition, they will also have new fun swag bags to give away.

 *Love Your Fabrication

 Policy Lounge (1904 14^th St NW) 6pm to 8:30pm

Join Ziggy Rayford as she hosts K.White’s 1st Photography Exhibit.  Exhibit starts at 6pm, Live Auction at 7:30pm and 8:30pm.  Stay after the exhibit for the late night Policy Tuesday party.

*Got Yourself A Sponsor

Jin Lounge (2017 14th St NW) from 6pm to 10pm.

Join Pretty Powerful Events (PPE) as they celebrate their 1st Annual Pretty Powerful Events Prom Charity Event. The goal of this charity event is to give the young men and women of Coolidge High School the opportunity to attend their Senior Prom, by dressing them in formal attire, which is not easily attainable for many youth living in Washington, D.C., due to financial circumstance. Supporters are asked to donate gently used formal attire for men and women, and make monetary donations, which will all benefit Coolidge SHS prom season 2010

For bottle or table service please contact [email protected] or call 202. 709-8727

Wednesday, May 19th

*The Collective: An Event For Artistic Minds

Policy Lounge (1904 14^th St NW) 7pm to 11p. RSVP at [email protected]

 Sponsored by fashion and entertainment lifestyle brand, Bleu Magazine, attendees can look forward to the following:

• Vintage pop-up shops 
• Browse Marc C’.s newly designed website and view his current collection
• Live painting by Moe the Creator 
• Bam Body Art by Jabious Williams
• Networking amongst the DMV’s most fashion forward individuals
• Complimentary hors d’oeuvres
• Happy hour drink specials

 Thursday, May 20^th

*nGAGEDC One Year Anniversary Mixer

Lounge 201 (201 Massachusetts  Ave NE) 6pm to 8pm.  RSVP at http://ngage-dc-may2010.eventbrite.com/

Come join nGAGEDC for their 1 year anniversary mixer.  Meet and mingle to exchange ideas, gain employment, find business opportunities and expand your network of professional contacts.

*D’Brows Presents “My Moody Booty” Shoe Party with The Fab Empire

D’Brows Salon (5332 Georgia Ave NW) 6pm to 9pm.  Contact [email protected] or check out www.dbrows.com

 ”D’Brows presents…” is an exciting new monthly series that will provide brands the opportunity to present and market their products to a very diverse and influential group of women in Washington D.C. The series will feature upcoming trends in beauty, fashion and music.  Attendees can look forward to networking, complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres, beauty/fashion tips and more!

 *State of Style Benefit 2010

 The District (2473 18^th Street NW) Show begins at 7pm.  Purchase tickets  at http://stateofstyleonthehill2010.eventbrite.com/

Fashion Shows by GWFCC Chamber Choice Award Winner & Project Fundway Scholarship Winner.  Enjoy State of Style signature cocktails by Beacon Hotel’s Best Martini in D.C. 2010 Winner, Mixologist Gina Chersevani.  Proceeds of this event will go to support the DC Fashion Foundation, its programs and its key initiative: the creation of DC’s first Fashion Incubator

 Friday, May 21^st

 *A Diva State of Mind Happy Hour

Hosted by ME!!!  

Tabaq Bistro (1336 U Street NW) 5pm to 9pm.  For more info, check out http://adivastateofmind.eventbrite.com

A DIVA is strong, confident, intelligent, fashionable, social, sexy and striving to make a difference.  A diva is not just a mindset, but a lifestyle.   Hosted by ADivaStateofMind.com and DJBlaze, please join me as we celebrate the most influential and beautiful divas in the DMV!! 

Saturday , May 22^nd

*The Prelude: Rooftop Day Party

Beacon Hotel (1615 Rhode Island Ave NW) 12pm to 6pm. For bottle service contact [email protected]

BBE, J&K Productions, & A.C.T. are inviting you to raise the stakes for your day and join them at The Beacon Hotel Rooftop. Only letting the 21+ up for this one. Food and drink specials will be available. No entry fee. Bring a friend or two…..The Prelude has you covered!

*Indoor & Rooftop Party at Current

Current Sushi Lounge (1215 Connecticut Ave NW) 2pm to 6pm. RSVP by 10am on 5/22 [email protected] or [email protected]

Distinct Kings Would Like To Cordially Invite You To A Premiere Event On May 22, 2010. Our Team Along With Drum Roll Records, Lifestyle Entertainment & NonProfit HR Solutions. Have Organized One Of The Sexiest Ongoing Day Events to Ever Hit The DMV. In Addition To Our Casual Happening Please Join Us As We Also Look To Raise Money For: BREAST CANCER AWARENESS. This is a 21+ over event.

*Recess Rooftop Pool Party

Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel (415 New Jersey Ave NW) 3pm to 8pm. For birthday parties, cabanas, media request contact [email protected] or call 202-498-9621

http://recesspoolparty.eventbrite.com

Celebrating 1 Year of Host-DC’s Recess Game Night Event! Hosted by Nightlife PR.  Enjoy games like Nintendo Wii, Taboo, Pictionary, Connect Four, and more.  Hamburgers & more for sale off the grill; free ice cream while it lasts.  Bathing suits, towels, & sunglasses highly recommended. This is a 21+ over event.

After Friday, January 29, 2010, Donnie Simpson will no longer be a member of WPGC 95.5 team. Like many of you, I grew up listening to The Donnie Simpson Morning Show every morning from 6am to 10am.

It seems as though the Donnie Simpson Show was experiencing low ratings (firing seems to be a theme in the entertainment business when there are low ratings) and there was a lot of tension between Simpson and management.   The station proposed to have a retirement party for Simpson in March, but he declined. And I don’t blame him.  He isn’t retiring, he was fired so why try to cover it up with a party?? The tension between Simpson and management seemed to be apparent during last year when Simpson returned from vacation to find that his colleague of over 10 years, Chris Paul was no longer on the show.

It now makes more sense why they had “American’s Next Top Jock” auditions. The station is looking to take the radio show in a more “youthful” direction. Radio in the DMV won’t really be the same once he goes off the air this Friday.  Donnie Simpson we have all loved listening to you over the years and you’ll truly be missed!!