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Fourth of July at Smithsonian Fortunate guests had a privileged view of the July 4 fireworks from the roof terrace of the National Museum of American History. The evening was hosted by Patty Stonesifer, Michael Kinsley and Mrs. Clough, wife of the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. Arriving guests were greeted by strolling musicians, a magician, face painter, balloon-sculpting clown and caricaturists. They enjoyed bars, buffets and hot dog, popcorn and ice cream carts in Flag Hall and on the roof as the fireworks burst forth in glory. — Mary Bird
Allyn Kurin with her husband Richard Kurin, Undersecretary for History, Art and Culture of the Smithsonian Institution.
Gwen Mikell, board member of National Museum of African Art (NMAFA); G. Wayne Clough, secretary, Smithsonian Institution, Johnnetta Betsch Cole, NMAFA director, Christine Warnke, NMAFA board member; LuciaRiddle, NMAFA vice chair.
Book Hill Doggie Parade It was a barking good time on the morning of July 3, as Georgetown’s finest canines accompanied their families to Book Hill Park behind the Georgetown Library. After savoring treats and abundant water, they ventured down Wisconsin Avenue to Jane Huelle’s Dog Shop. Jane has been a generous co-sponsor together with Georgetown Belle Pet Boutique. Ginny Poole and husband John (Uncle Sam) Rentzepis are the driving force behind the event. The post-parade competition categories included smallest dog, best costume, most friendly, etc. Schnazer Penny delighted Bob Laycock by winning best dog tricks with her high five. Bella Nelson, a Boykin Spaniel, won best in show. — M.B.
Shigeko and Skye Bork with Aspen.
Sarah Barak with Kacy.
Happy families watching the judging .
Linda Roth Conte and Bella.
Pictured left: Peter, three-year-old Lane, Leslie, three-month-old John, and Leslie Kimball with Uncle Sam.
Local Leaders’ Power Reception at L2 The second Georgetown Leaders’ Get Together was held June 30 at L2 on Cady’s Alley. It was powerful face-to-face networking — even better than Facebook. There to meet and greet were more than 100 guests representing all sides of Georgetown — from the residents (CAG), merchants and bankers (BID and GBA), the university (GU) and politicians (ANC and the D.C. city council). Councilmembers Jack Evans and Kwame Brown showed up, along with Clark Ray and Vincent Orange. Event organizer and GBA board member Rokas Beresniovas proclaimed the evening “a great success.” The next leadership event is planned for late September, he said. — Robert Devaney
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Realtor Robin Waugh with Allen Lewin.
Rokas Beresniovas with Simone Meek, holding toy poodle Tinkerbell.
Hope Solomon with John Dreyfuss, backed by Justin Shine.