Friends of Guy Mason GALA

Join us in person for the Friends of Guy Mason GALA – a night of fun, friends, and great vibes! The Friends of Guy Mason Recreation Center Inc—the proud nonprofit partner of the Guy Mason Recreation Center—invites you to a festive gala celebrating community, creativity, and connection. 📅 Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 🕕 Time: 6:30-10:00pm 📍 Location: Glover Park Hotel Georgetown's Rock Creek Ballroom 2505 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20007 ✨ Highlights Include: 🎶 Live musical performances by: Kristen Jepperson has toured nationally with the New Christy Minstrels, and played with such names as Ray Charles, Tony Bennet, Victor Borge and Shirley Jones. Crush Funk Brass Band embodies the brass tones of New Orleans, with an Urban Capital City modern fun(k) twist. Live Painter & Pet Portrait Artist Lauren Ramos 🍽️ "Beyond the Ordinary" culinary experiences by Chef Amy Riolo, named "The Ambassador of Italian Cuisine in the US", by The Italian International Agency for Foreign Press 🥃 Curated Cocktails by Luca Giovannini, former Fabio Trabocci Beverage Director 🍬 Dessert Crêpes to delight every palate by Point Chaud Cafe & Crêpes 🖼️ Silent auctions featuring unique items and experiences 💫 And more surprises throughout the evening, including Prize Drawings! Whether you're a longtime neighbor or new to the Glover Park community, this gala is your chance to support local programming and enjoy a night to remember. Tickets VIP $120 6:30-8pm Sparkling Red Carpet Reception Open bar The culinary experiences of Divino Ristorante Enoteca include a wide range of Meat & Seafood options, as well as Vegetarian, Vegan, & Gluten Free options, such as: Canape Buffet featuring Bruschetta, Chef's Flat Breads, Arancini, Polpette Meatballs, Calamari Fritti, Shrimp Cocktail, Crudites, Salami & Cheese Platter, Roast Beef, Bread Basket, Pasta Bar with Pomodoro Sauce and Cream Sauces, Cannoli Dessert Dessert Crêpes created and served Point Chaud Cafe & Crêpes Silent Autions Prize Drawings General Admission $65 8:00PM-10:00PM Cash Bar Entertainment by Crush Funk Brass Band The culinary experiences of Divino Ristorante Enoteca include a wide range of Meat & Seafood options, as well as Vegetarian, Vegan, & Gluten Free options, such as: Seafood Towers, Bruschetta, Chef's Flat Breads, Arancini, Polpette Meatballs, Calamari Fritti, Shrimp Cocktail, Crudites, Salami & Cheese Platter, Roast Beef, Bread Basket, Pasta Bar with Pomodoro Sauce and Cream Sauces, Cannoli Dessert Dessert Crêpes created and served Point Chaud Cafe & Crêpes Silent Autions Prize Drawings --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Important Information Festive Cocktail Attire suggested Doors open at 6:30pm for VIP 8pm for general admission Free valet parking will be available and end sharply at 10:00pm