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Sounds in the Square Continues to Rock in July
 We hope you've been able to make it to one of our fun-and-free Sounds in the Square concerts held this summer in Farragut Square Park. If so, you know what a good time it can be, and if not, you still have all the Thursday evenings in July to stop by!
From 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays in July, Sounds in the Square concerts will be in Farragut Square Park. We'll be giving away a VIP Picnic Package each week and also different gift certificates to Golden Triangle restaurants and shops at each show. We've updated and extended our line up, so check out the shows and giveaways scheduled for the rest of the series below.
July 2: Kelly Bell Band (phat blues & funk)
- A free weekend stay at The Quincy hotel
- $50 from Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant
July 9: The Backseat Betties (rock covers)
- $50 from Zia's Chicago Pizzeria
- $50 from Mezza Luna
- a free haircut at Last Tangle Salon
July 16: Road Soda (popular covers)
- $50 from Wasabi
- $50 from Famous Luigi's
July 23: Gonzo's Nose (party covers)
- $50 from Zia's Chicago Pizzeria
- $50 from Hello Cupcake
July 30: Rebelicious (modern country)
- One-month free membership & free hour massage at Results Gym
- $50 from Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant
Golden Triangle's partners, On Tap magazine, Last Call Entertainment, and MIX 107.3 FM will also be onsite, so bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the sounds of summer with us. Find out more at www.goldentriangledc.com.
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Lunch Discounts at Skye Lounge
 Skye Lounge at 1919 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is now open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and happy hour lasts from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekdays. When you give your business card to your server or mention this e-newsletter, you can get 15 percent off your lunch (excluding alcohol).
In addition, Skye Lounge is a great location for a private or corporate event with its amazing patio and great line up of late night events. Contact Christina@skyedc.com if you'd like to book an event.
Check out Skye Lounge online at www.skyedc.com or call 202.331.5800 for more information.
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Pamper Yourself with Daily Deals at Andre Chreky
 Poolside, seaside, barbeque or beach, wherever your summer plans take you, Andre Chreky at 1604 K Street NW keeps you looking hot and feeling oh-so-cool. Check out their specials for the month of July:
July 2: A deep conditioning hair treatment for dry, dull locks is just $15 with any color or cut
July 7: Light up your hair with highlights, lowlights, or all-over color at a 20 percent discount
July 14: To celebrate Bastille Day, get 20 percent savings on French manicures and pedicures
July 21: Bikini waxes are specially priced at $25
July 28: Book a complimentary Hydradermie eye lifting treatment and see your eyes in a whole new light. Typically $50, the effects are monumental
Learn more about their services at www.andrechreky.com or call 202.293.9393 to make an appointment.
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Free Drink from Couscous Café
 Dine at the Couscous Café at 1195 20th Street NW during the month of July and you'll receive a free drink with any entrée. Appetizing entrées include chicken kabob served with basmati rice, couscous with lamb, broiled salmon served with ratatouille and many others. Check out their full menu at www.couscouscatering.com or call 202.689.1233 for details.
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Double up on Deals at Paris Alexander Day Spa
Get double the deals at Paris Alexander Day Spa this summer. The spa, at 2000 M Street NW, offers three great combos: a 50-minute Swedish massage and classic pedicure for $105; a 50-minute Swedish massage and spa facial for $135; and a 50-minute spa facial and classic pedicure for $105. Find out more about these offers and more at www.parisalexander.com or by calling 202.466.8827.
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Special Kerastase Event at Molecule Salon
 On Friday, July 10 Molecule Salon at 1800 M Street NW will host a Kerastase treatment event. It's a great way to nourish, strengthen and pamper your locks. A Kerastase representative will be on hand to assist in your consultation and Molecule requests that you pay a $34 fee to reserve a place for this exclusive event. The fee will be redeemable for any Kerastase product after your consultation. Call 202.822.1588 for details or visit them at www.moleculesalon.com.
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A Month of Laughs at DC Improv
 Take a break from the ordinary with an evening at the DC Improv Comedy Club at 1140 Connecticut Avenue NW. July brings with it a great line up of comedians at the Improv: July 2-3 is Erin Jackson from "Last Comic Standing" and "The Ellen Show"; July 8 is "Five Minutes to Funny Graduation Showcase" hosted by Chris Coccia; July 9-12 is Pablo Francisco from "Mad TV", HBO and Comedy Central; July 11 is "The Great Zucchini", a special matinee show with Washington's funniest and most magical preschool & kindergarten entertainer; July 15-19 is Flip Orley, America's premier comic hypnotist from "Entertainment Tonight"; July 23-26 is Greg Proops from Comedy Central, HBO and "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"; and July 30-August 2 is Kevin Hart from Comedy Central and the films "Scary Movie 3", "Soul Plane" and "Superhero Movie".
Check out details on the line up, show times, the DC Improv store, and how to sign up for comedy classes all on their website at www.dcimprov.com, or call 202.286.7008 for details.
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Explore the Tastes of Italy at Spezie
Chef Cesare of Spezie at 1736 L Street NW enjoys sharing the rich food and culture of Italy with the restaurant's guests. Head out of work early this summer for afternoon wine and food pairing seminars held by Chef Cesare that include small plates paired with wine for $30 per person. It takes place from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and six people are required for the seminar.
If you can't skip out of work early, you can also unwind after work with happy hour at Spezie from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, when select cocktails, rail liquor, and beer are just $5 each. Spezie also offers a "piattini" bar menu with 20 small plates that are available from 11:30 a.m. until close on Monday through Friday.
Contact Spezie for more details on these events at 202.467.0777 or visit www.spezie.com.
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Happy Hour and More at Mezza Luna
 Located right in the heart of the Golden Triangle at 1140 19th Street NW, Mezza Luna Restaurant and Lounge is home to a beautiful patio that was voted #2 for outdoor dining in D.C. by OpenTable. It's a great place to sit and relax while enjoying people watching. Mezza Luna offers Mediterranean fare with an Italian accent, with an impressive array of tapas to suit your appetite. In addition to their food menus, Mezza Luna offers $5 food and $4 drinks specials for their weekday happy hour from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. For more information, go to www.mezzalunadc.com or call 202.429.8889.
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Kid's Closet Summer Sale
With several more hot months ahead of us, now is a great time to take advantage of Kid's Closet's summer clearance sale. All summer sportswear, swimwear, and dresses are 40 to 60 percent off, so swing by the 1226 Connecticut Avenue NW location to pick up some great new threads for the rugrats in your life. Visit them online at www.kidsclosetdc.com or call 202.429.9247 for more information.
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Cool Off with Treats from Schakolad Chocolate Factory
 There isn't much better on a July afternoon than a cool cup of gelato or fresh-brewed iced coffee. Print out this e-newsletter and bring it to Schakolad Chocolate Factory at 1107 19th Street NW and they'll hook you up with $1 off either — the gelato or the iced coffee. Check out more about this innovative chocolate shop at www.schakolad.com or by calling 202.457.8888.
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Chop't Now Offers Online Ordering
Chop't Creative Salad Co. (with two locations in the Golden Triangle: 1330 Connecticut Avenue NW and 1105 ½ 19th Street NW) has just made it even easier to enjoy the best salads in town by introducing online ordering. Whether you want your salad delivered to work or home or want to avoid the line and order your salad for pick up, you can now do it online from your desk. Simply visit www.choptsalad.com and follow the links. Chop't also offers a full menu for catering of groups from 10 to more than 100. Full info is available online or call your nearest Chop't. |
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Closing Sale at Barami
Barami boutique at 888 17th Street NW will unfortunately be closing their location later this summer. While the Golden Triangle is sad to see them go, there is still time to add some great fashions to your closet — and at an unbeatable price — all merchandise, including sale items, is 30 percent off. Call 202.223.3071 for details.
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New Collection at Everard's Clothing
 Everard's Clothing at 1120 20th Street NW is proud to introduce the Byron Lars Beauty Mark Designs for Fall 2009, a collection of chic, sexy, and imaginative styles that are available exclusively at Everard's Clothing. Arriving July through September, contact the store at 202.457.0077 or visit www.everardsclothing.com for more information.
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Sam & Harry's Open for Lunch
 One of the Golden Triangle's favorite dinner spots, Sam & Harry's at 1120 19th Street NW, is now open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. After you're done at the office, stop back by Sam & Harry's for happy hour from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. when you'll receive 25 percent off the bar menu, beer and select wines, and specialty cocktails. Check out www.samandharrys.com for the full menu.
If you're interested in a more private dining experience, Sam & Harry's has eight private dining rooms that can accommodate up to 350 people and are available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktail parties, and meetings. As an added incentive to host an event at this elegant venue, they now offer a rewards program for event and meeting planners. For each private dining event a planner books at Sam & Harry's, they will receive 10 percent of the value of that event (excluding taxes and gratuities) in gift certificates, up to $200. Call 202.296.4333 for reservations or more information.
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Winning Deals at Results Gym
Enter your company to win a Results Gym Corporate Wellness Program at the Golden Triangle 1101 Connecticut Avenue NW location and you could win two round trip airline tickets on American Airlines! Deadline for entries is July 15. For more information, email Don Jenkins, membership director Results-Downtown, at DonJ@ResultsTheGym.com or call 202.234.5678 x 305.
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Plan a Special Event at Smith & Wollensky
Smith & Wollensky at 1112 19th Street NW is a premier traditional steakhouse with an acclaimed wine list, rich ambiance and personal waiter service designed to provide you with a truly memorable steakhouse experience. On July 29, Smith & Wollensky hosts a "pourings and pairings" event with special menus and tantalizing wine pairings. They also have eight private dining rooms that can accommodate from 6 to 400 guests. Take advantage of their private event pre-booking bonus called "Christmas in July," during which you can select from up to $500 in reward cards or receive 30 minutes of complimentary hors d'oeuvres for your event!
If that wasn't enough, enjoy their special summer sipper cocktails outdoors at Wollensky's Grill Terrace Bar and indulge in their happy hour menu and lobster specials from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and after 9:00 p.m. all summer long!
More information is available at www.smithandwollensky.com or by calling 202.466.1100.
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Compton Jewelers Silver and Crystal Sale
At Compton Jewelers at 1709 G Street NW, all Sterling silver jewelry and Asfour crystal is on sale for 50 percent off. Also, now is a good time to get your fall and winter fashion beads and pearls restrung, and Compton Jewelers is happy to help you out. Call 202.293.2570 for details or visit www.comptonjewelers.com.
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New Show at Foundry Gallery
 From July 1 to August 1, the Foundry Gallery at 1314 18th Street NW will be featuring a double artists show by members and guest artists. The opening reception will be held Friday, July 2 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Check out www.foundrygallery.org or call 202.463.0203 for details.
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Deliciously Priced Burgers at M Street Bar & Grill
Summer is full of specials at M Street Bar & Grill at 2033 M Street NW. For the entire month of July, M Street will be featuring 50 percent off all hamburgers during lunch and on a daily basis Chef Melendez creates a three-course dinner menu for just $21.95. Also, the adjacent 21 M Lounge and Patio space is available for private summer office parties. For more information, check out www.mstreetbarandgrill.com or call 202.530.3621.
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Twenty Years and Tapas at Taberna del Alabardero
 To celebrate their 20th anniversary of serving up authentic Spanish cuisine in the Golden Triangle, Taberna del Alabardero is offering a summertime special. During the month of July, Taberna del Alabardero has an assortment of six traditional tapas along with a pitcher of the best sangria in town priced at $50 for two guests. Find out more about this special deal at www.alabardero.com or by calling 202.429.2200.
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Meet Your Neighbor: Javier Velasquez and Nicole Restivo — Taberna del Alabardero
 Nestled on 18th Street NW just south of I Street is Taberna del Alabardero, the most authentic Spanish cuisine to be found anywhere in the United States. So authentic, the Spanish government has deemed Taberna the "best Spanish restaurant outside of Spain." High honors, indeed. Taberna has been in D.C. for twenty years, and general manager Javier Velasquez and new marketing manager Nicole Restivo are eager to continue with the restaurant's fine tradition but also keep up with current trends in Spanish cuisine.
"Some of my favorite dishes are cochinillo, a suckling pig that is roasted and presented whole to the table — it's very popular here — and lubina a la sal, a dish from the south of Spain, which is a whole fish covered in salt," Javier said. Nicole is partial to the delicious shrimp tapas, and the traditional gazpacho is a perennial favorite at the restaurant.
With white lace and deep red walls, Taberna del Alabardero is a unique venue that's often the location for special events or private dinners. Happy hour is another great chance to experience a touch of Spain in the Golden Triangle, when tapas and sangria are half-price.
Find out more by visiting them online at www.alabardero.com, calling 202.429.2200, or stopping by the 1776 I Street NW location.
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Ambassador of the Month — Vanessa Diggs
 In the year and a half since the last time Vanessa was Ambassador of the Month, she has had many unique on-the-job experiences and grown as an Ambassador. "Working Inauguration was just awesome. I worked at the Connecticut & K entrance of the Farragut North Metro and there were just so many people," Vanessa said. She and six other Ambassadors actually spent the night at the Golden Triangle Dispatch office in order to be able to help people the day of the special event.
This year's Inauguration was a remarkable time to be a Golden Triangle Ambassador, and Vanessa has had many other opportunities to gain new skills. From gathering information about bike racks and light poles for a GIS database to being an acting Ambassador supervisor while a colleague is out, Vanessa has been able to enjoy the various dimensions that come with being a Hospitality Ambassador — it's so much more than just greeting people and giving directions.
"I used to be shy, but now I recognize the "lost look" on someone and enjoy working and helping people from different states and countries," Vanessa said.
We thank Vanessa for her continued work as a Golden Triangle Ambassador and commend her on the new and varied responsibilities that come with this interesting and unique job.
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