 Foodies and Food Network fans have a chance to meet and eat with New York City restaurateur, author and television personality Donatella Arpaia at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town on Sunday, May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The event begins on the H Lounge Stage, where Donatella will speak about her journey to becoming a chef, give recipe tips and answer questions. Attendees can enter their names in a raffle for a chance to win one of 10 Donatella Cooks cookbooks.
Following the presentation, guests will be invited to the Skybox Sports Bar to mingle with Donatella and purchase appetizers from Donatella Cooks prepared by the Chefs at Hollywood Casino. Selections include cucumber soup with crab, yogurt and dill shooter, and Mama’s meatballs. Guests who order one of the featured appetizers will receive a recipe card to be signed by Donatella.
The talk is free and open to the public, however guests must pay for food selections.
Donatella is one of the most influential women in the world of food, business and entertaining. The New York Post named her one of the “most powerful women” in Manhattan, and Zagat called her “hostess with the mostest.”
The restaurateur opened her first New York City restaurant Bellini, inspired by her childhood summers spent in Italy with family and food, in 1998. She soon opened three more highly acclaimed restaurants including Donatella, DBar and Kefi.
Donatella is also well known as a head judge on the Food Network’s Iron Chef America and Next Iron Chef. She is featured as a regular contributor on the Today Show. In 2010, Donatella penned Donatella Cooks, a guide to cooking and entertaining with flair.
 About Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
A Penn National gaming property, Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races is a world-class resort destination, offering visitors a truly Las Vegas-style gaming experience that includes 3,200 slot machines, more than 100 table games, a 50-table poker room, and both live and simulcast horse racing year round. A wide range of quality restaurants and bars are offered, including authentic Hong Kong cuisine and sushi at 9 Dragons, a 350-seat Epic Buffet, and Final Cut Steakhouse – proud recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. The casino also offers an exciting nightlife experience including free concerts and entertainment at the H Lounge. On Fridays, the H Lounge transforms into Boogie Nights, the ultimate 70’s and 80’s dance party. Conveniently located about a one-hour drive from the Baltimore and DC beltways, Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races is one of the region’s fastest growing gaming and entertainment destinations with more than four million visitors each year.
 This is the smile of a child who just spent $10 on sugar. In all honesty, I had not set my expectations very high for Mother's Day this year. We have had SO much going on in the past month with B having his tonsils out, complications of the surgery, and the semester of grad school coming to a close. In order to not set myself up for an emotional roller coaster, I have learned (it took me about 6 years to figure this out) that sometimes it is better to have no expectations at all and be completely thrilled than to have expectations set high and be let down. This crazy method of thinking worked in my favor yesterday as my lovebunnie surpised me with a day out in DC! We landed the best seats at Nationals Park - on the second deck but right over the first base line. B brought money from his piggy bank to buy the world's most expensive cotton candy - and I was pleased to find a Blue Moon in my hand :) After the game, we went to Guapo's in Shirlington for a light dinner and pitcher of Sangria on the patio. My girlfriend, Anita, lives right around the corner in Fairlington and swung by to hang out with us in the beautiful breeze. I am so so so lucky & thankful. BEST. DAY. EVER.
I am so excited to be hosting the Summer Block Party at South Moon Under at the new Mosaic District store on May 16! We hosted a Summer Block Party last year at the Reston Town Center store and it was a BLAST! If you've never been - make sure you arrive early - South Moon Under will be giving away SWAG BAGS to the first 50 guests in line. Hope to see you all there! xo If you are a member of the press/editor/blogger and you'd like to attend - let me know so that we can get a swag bag set aside for you! Numbers are limited! email realhousewivesnova@gmail.com.
 Guest post by Elyssa Rae
By now I’m sure you’ve heard of Partners in Preservation - American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s program to spotlight local historic gems and give away $1m to 24 historic sites in the greater DC area, which launched last week. If you have had a chance to vote yet, check out the site and make your voice heard – Mount Vernon is looking to knock top-seeded National Cathedral out of first place. It’s also important to support the smaller gems, like Colvin Run Mill and LAMB @ Military Road School, and help them gain awareness. In addition to supporting the sites, you also help yourself each time you vote. Marriott is offering 10 FREE three night stays in (almost) ANY of their hotels around the world. The more you vote, the better your chances. More details here: https://www.preservedmv.com/getinvolved This weekend is open house weekend. Each site will be doing something special – free admission, behind the scenes tours, food, performance, etc . Out of all of the activities I’ve seen so far, Congressional Cemetery is my favorite – they’re having an all-day scavenger hunt, wine and cheese, performances, tours and a spaghetti sauce judging contest. Seriously, who wouldn’t want to taste spaghetti sauce and drink wine in a cemetery while watching performances and people walk their cute puppies?!
 Rich in tradition, culinary indulgences and extraordinary experiences, Spring at The
Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner promises families unique celebrations and extraordinary memories.
Celebrate Spring and honor your mom this Mother's Day with a luxurious Mother's Day Brunch at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner. Brunch will be located in our newly
renovated Ballroom on May 12, 2013.
Enjoy a lavish presentation of your brunch favorites this Mother's Day. Indulge in caviar, eggs benedict, made-to-order omelet station, savory carving station, sushi, foie gras, braised lamb shank, beef tenderloin, salmon, rock fish and raw
bar featuring assorted oysters, jumbo shrimp and lobster.
Adults will delight in our refreshing French sparkling wine and live harpist, while children enjoy the balloon artists and face painter. The delectable brunch experience culminates with an impressive dessert presentation as a sweet finishing touch.
Seatings are from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $120 per adult; $40 per child (ages 4 - 12) plus tax and gratuity. For reservations please contact Guest Relations at 703-506-4300.
 The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City invites moms to take a night off and celebrate national Mom’s Nite Out on Thursday, May 9 from 5-8 p.m. Focused on rewarding and recognizing the women who always put others before themselves, Mom’s Nite Out is a chance for mothers to treat themselves to a night of pampering, shopping and prize giveaways from stores and other community organizations. Activities include: · A FREE swag bag stuffed with goodies from participating retailers for the first 100 guests to check in at the registration table on Metro Level along with chances to spin the prize wheel. · Fashion shows, presented by District Fete, will take place at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. on the ground level in front of Nordstrom; featured looks from Macy’s and other retailers. · A Jamaica Tourism Lounge will be set up on the Metro Level with light bites and Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee, authentic hair braiding, chair massages and steel drum band performances. · Bare Minerals Go Bare Tour will be set up outside of Brookstone offering makeovers, samples and special deals on Bare Minerals products. · Aly Jacobs and the Mix 103.7 FM team will be on site, and Aly will emcee portions of the Mom’s Nite Out programming. · Madame Tussauds will be on site with a Leonardo DiCaprio wax figure for photo opportunities. The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, 1100 South Hayes Street, Arlington, VA 22202. Mom’s Nite Out is free and open to the public. Mom’s Nite Out is presented by Covidien and Jamaica Tourism. For more information on the event, please visit the event Facebook page.
 Saturday, April 27th 2013 at The Workhouse Arts Center 9601 Ox Road, Lorton Virginia, 2207910am-4pm Featuring FREE Family Activities:8-12 Occoquan Regional Park River Clean Up and tree planting (meet at Administrative Buildings at Occoquan Regional Park 9 am Busses begin to make shuttle runs 10 am Event opens at Workhouse Arts 10 am Tree Pruning Workshop (meet at Workhouse Parking Lot)10:05 am Ribbon Cutting Farmers Market 10:30-11:15 Reptiles Alive 11 am Root Washing Workshop (meet at Workhouse Parking Lot)11:15-12:00 Billy B Sings Songs about the Environment 12:15-1:15 Main Stage w/ Tree City USA, Friends of Trees Awards, Proclamation 1:30-2:15 Recycling Pirates 1:30-2:30 Tree Planting Demonstration (Workhouse Parking Lot)2:30-3:15—Billy B Sings Songs about the Environment 3:15-4pm Reptiles Alive 4:00 End of Event; See you next year Events and Edu-tainment at Workhouse Arts Center: Rock Climbing Wall, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Face Painting, Balloon Art, Backyard Barnyard, Pony Rides, Food, Vendors, Farmers Market, Environmental Education and Games, Organizational Exhibits, Workhouse Arts Demonstrations, Environmental Passport Game for Kids (first 200), Mascots-Chicken, Bee, Beaver and Frog Events and Edu-tainment at Occoquan Regional Park (take the shuttle bus for free!) 12:15-4 pmKayak and Bicycle rentals, Frisbee frenzy hosted by American University Ultimate Frisbee Club, Kite flying festival hosted by Sky Jewels Kite Company, Information Area hosted by Occoquan Watertrail League(OWL), Children’s Nature Display hosted by NVRPA, Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Display, Mayor Earnie Porta Historical Paddle, Family Fishing Event hosted by OWL, Tree Identification Hike For more information, visit www.springfestfairfax.org.
Join the Book Hill neighborhood of Georgetown as the shops celebrate the annual Georgetown French Market!
Superb shopping complimented by the scent of fresh coffee and the sounds of strolling musicians immerse the Book Hill neighborhood of Georgetown every spring with the 10th annual Georgetown French Market coming up at the end of April. The 2013 Georgetown French Market will be held Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20 from 10am to 5pm. This event takes place along upper Wisconsin Avenue, NW, between P Street and Reservoir Road, and features over 35 Georgetown boutiques, antique shops, restaurants and galleries offering savings up to 75% off designer goods, art and antique home furnishings. Whimsical mimes, strolling musicians, arts & crafts with Alliance Francais and live art demo by Art Soiree will offer fun and entertainment for the whole family. Click here for a full list of participating stores and their fabulous offers.
 Head out for this year's Arlington Earth Week Community Fair featuring the Green Living Expo on Sunday, April 21, 2013, noon-4:30 p.m. at George Mason University's Arlington Campus. The fair will feature eco-friendly exhibits showcasing ways to live a more green lifestyle, including energy conservation, sustainable food and eco-friendly transportation and more! Plus Mason's programs will include several exciting features such as: •the Operation Rain Barrel Competition and Silent Auction •the Arlington Green Patriot Award •Food, fun and a visit from our green and fuzzy "Gunston"! The fair will be held on the plaza in front of Mason's eco-friendly building, Founders Hall with additional space inside our state-of-the-art Multipurpose Room. The event will be FREE to attend, open to the entire Arlington community and a great way to celebrate Earth Day 2013. Pre-Register for the Green Living Expo at the Earth Week Community Fair Today!Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to expedite the check-in process. Pre-register today and receive a free raffle ticket and a giveaway at the registration desk.
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