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	1		Embassy of France Friday Night Dance Soiree and Lessons: Learn to dance the Tango and Merengue [8/29]
	2		Rock Creek Park Summer Hike [9/6]
	3		An Evening in Buenos Aires - Argentine Tango Lessons and Latin dance party [9/10]
	4		Rooftop Happy Hour at the Embassy Row Hilton Hotel [9/11]
	5		Fencing Lessons Including Equipment Rentals [9/13]
	6		Indian cooking class with lunch and dessert at Georgetown [9/14]
	7		Secrets of Greek and Roman Mythology: Tour of the National Gallery of Art [9/14]
	8		Sunset and Moonlight kayaking on the Potomac & picnic at our Georgetown dock [9/14]
	9		Lebanese Taverna Hands-on Cooking class with reception and Dinner with Wine [9/16]
	10		Embassy of France Jazz Concert and Wine Reception Featuring the Marlon Simon French Latin Jazz Project [9/17]
	11		Sunset Margarita Cruise on the Potomac River [9/19]
	12		Swing Vs. Salsa - Dance lessons, Swing & Latin Dance Party, and Performances [9/20]
	13		Waterfall Hiking trip to Great Falls Park, Maryland [9/21]
	14		Tennis Lessons with Practice Time: All skill levels welcome! [9/21]
	15		Embassy of France Classical Concert and Wine Reception Featuring Francesco Tristano Schlimé [9/22]
	16		Embassy of Poland Dinner Reception and Piano Concert [9/25]
	17		Sailing Lessons on the Potomac River: No prior experience necessary! [10/4]
	18		Hike the Shenandoah Mountains to Experience the Fall Foliage [10/11]
	19		Ballroom Dance Lesson and Dance Party Rehearsal for Masquerade Ball: Learn the Viennese Waltz, as danced in Vienna [10/16]
	20		Fifth Anniversary Gala and Masquerade Ball at the National Museum of Women in the Arts [10/25]

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Friday, August 29, 2008. Embassy of France Friday Night Dance Soiree and Lessons: Learn to dance the Tango and Merengue. Got plans for Friday night? Start your weekend with a dance soiree at the Embassy of France. Just in time for our Fifth Anniversary Gala and Masquerade Ball, we have combined our popular dance lessons at the Embassy of France with a night of ballroom dancing following the dance lessons. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn to dance and practice dancing while meeting other ICDC members. Let us show you how to dance the tango, one of the most elegant and romantic ballroom dances followed by merengue one of the most popular and exciting Latin dances! This is also a wonderful opportunity to learn and practice dancing in time for our Masquerade Ball and Anniversary Gala at the National Museum of Women in the Arts on Saturday October 25. The dance lessons will be followed by time to dance and meet ICDC members. Tickets for the dance soiree are only $25! Click here for tickets and information. Saturday, September 06, 2008. Rock Creek Park Summer Hike. For Washingtonians who love outdoors, Rock Creek Park offers numerous trails that help escape the urban life. Join us for a relaxing hiking trip to Rock Creek Park to discover one of Washington’s hidden treasures and an oasis of nature. Meet other outdoor enthusiasts as we hike a trail that offers a glimpse of different streams as well as hill top views of Rock Creek Park! Click here for tickets. Wednesday, September 10, 2008. An Evening in Buenos Aires - Argentine Tango Lessons and Latin dance party. The International Club of DC is pleased to invite you to "An Evening in Buenos Aires." Spend an evening with us and let us show you how to dance the Argentine Tango as it is danced in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Start your evening with a Tango lesson and enjoy a night of music, dancing, and good company. After the class, MezeTango dancers will offer you a special show, high in color and elegance, commemorating the glamorous years of the 1930s. The night continues with dancing to tango and Latin music. You are welcome to come by yourself. No dance partner is needed, as we will rotate partners during the lesson. Click here for tickets and information. See photos from our previous dance party. Thursday, September 11, 2008. Rooftop Happy Hour at the Embassy Row Hilton Hotel. Join us for Washington's international Happy Hour with the best views in town. Our September Happy Hour at the rooftop of the Embassy Row Hilton Hotel offers panoramic summertime views of downtown as well as surrounding monuments. This is a great opportunity to meet, socialize, and network with other ICDC members in a relaxed and friendly setting after work. New members are especially encourage to attend. Click here to RSVP online for discounted admission. See photos from a previous rooftop Happy Hour at the Hilton Washington Embassy Row Hotel. Saturday, September 13, 2008. Fencing Lessons Including Equipment Rentals. Join us for an exciting lesson on swordsmanship and chivalry. The lesson will cover the basics of fencing in a relaxed, fun, and SAFE setting. All equipment will be provided. After the lesson, practice your fencing skills with other attendees. All prior fencing lessons sold out well in advance of the event date. Please reserve your tickets early.  Click here for tickets. See photos from previous fencing lesson. Sunday, September 14, 2008. Indian cooking class with lunch and dessert at Georgetown. We had such a great time at our last Indian cooking class, we have scheduled another one by popular demand. Please join your ICDC friends for an Indian cooking class followed by lunch at one of the most celebrated Indian restaurants in town. Learn about exotic spices and discover how you can prepare an Indian meal at your own home. Following the cooking class, enjoy an Indian lunch while enjoying the company of other attendees. Please click here for tickets and details. See photos from a previous Indian cooking class. Sunday, September 14, 2008. Secrets of Greek and Roman Mythology: Tour of the National Gallery of Art. This month we are pleased to present a very unique and exciting tour for our members who love art! Join us as we embark on a tour of the National Gallery of Art to discover Secrets of Greek and Roman Mythology. The tour is also a wonderful opportunity to meet ICDC members who appreciate art over a relaxing lunch at the Cascade Cafe prior to the tour. Click here for tickets and information. Sunday, September 14, 2008. Sunset and Moonlight kayaking on the Potomac & picnic at our Georgetown dock. We have timed one of our popular sunset kayaking sessions at Georgetown to coincide with a full moon to make the experience even more spectacular. After the sunset, watch a full moon rise above the sky to illuminate the Potomac River and the monuments. Click here for tickets. See photos from our previous kayaking session. Tuesday, September 16, 2008. Lebanese Taverna Hands-on Cooking class with reception and Dinner with Wine. Please join us for our hands-on cooking class at Lebanese Taverna complete with a brief reception at the beginning and dinner with wine after the lesson. Would you like to recreate your favorite Lebanese Taverna dish at home? Whether you are a recreational chef or a beginner, join in on the fun and learn from the Chef at Lebanese Taverna! Please click here for tickets and information. Wednesday, September 17, 2008. Embassy of France Jazz Concert and Wine Reception Featuring the Marlon Simon French Latin Jazz Project. We invite you to the Embassy of France for a jazz concert featuring the sounds the Marlon Simon French Latin Jazz Project. The performance is followed by a wine reception to meet the artists as well as ICDC members in attendance. Please reserve your tickets soon, as capacity at the auditorium is limited. Admission includes wine reception. Tickets for this embassy concert with wine reception are only $20 for a limited time! See photos from a previous concert at the French Embassy. Friday, September 19, 2008. Sunset Margarita Cruise on the Potomac River. Start your weekend with a relaxing cruise on the Potomac River. This is a great opportunity to meet other ICDC members and make new friends from around the world. Join us for margaritas, light food, and good company as we embark on a 2-hour cruise from the Georgetown waterfront. Please click here to reserve your tickets. Saturday, September 20, 2008. Swing Vs. Salsa - Dance lessons, Swing & Latin Dance Party, and Performances. We invite you to a dance party that features both a salsa lesson as well as a swing lesson taught by two master instructors. The evening also features a dance competition performance.This is a great opportunity to meet others who love to dance in a fun setting.  Tickets are only $15 for a limited time. Please click here for tickets. See photos from a previous dance party. Sunday, September 21, 2008. Waterfall Hiking trip to Great Falls Park, Maryland. Great falls is a hidden gem of a National Park located just minutes from DC where the Potomac plunges seventy-six feet through a deep gorge creating a series of scenic waterfalls. We will hike and enjoy a relaxing picnic before heading back to town. Click here for tickets. See photos from a previous Great Falls hike. Sunday, September 21, 2008. Tennis Lessons with Practice Time: All skill levels welcome!. Join us for an afternoon of tennis lessons to meet and socialize with other ICDC members who love to play tennis. Racquet rentals are available. This is a great opportunity to improve your game and meet other ICDC members with whom you can practice. Beginners are welcome! Click here for tickets. See photos from past tennis session. Monday, September 22, 2008. Embassy of France Classical Concert and Wine Reception Featuring Francesco Tristano Schlimé. We invite you to the Embassy of France for a classical concert featuring the sounds of Francesco Tristano Schlimé. The performance is followed by a wine reception to meet the artists as well as ICDC members in attendance. Please reserve your tickets soon, as capacity at the auditorium is limited. Admission includes wine reception. Tickets for this embassy concert with wine reception are only $20 for a limited time! See photos from a previous concert at the French Embassy. Thursday, September 25, 2008. Embassy of Poland Dinner Reception and Piano Concert. We cordially requests the pleasure of your company for an evening of music, culture, art, and cuisine at the Embassy of Poland. This is a wonderful and rare opportunity to discover Poland through all your senses. The evening begins with a short presentation about Poland. Afterwards sit back and relax to a delightful piano concert performed by child prodigy Jeffrey Ly featuring the works Chopin. After the piano recital you will be invited to feast on a buffet of traditional Polish delicacies prepared by the embassy chef along with wine and Polish spirits served at the open bar. Space is limited; Please reserve your tickets online. Saturday, October 04, 2008. Sailing Lessons on the Potomac River: No prior experience necessary!. Learn how to sail with us on the Potomac River. In just one day, you will learn all the basics of navigating a sail boat while experiencing magnificent views of the Washington DC skyline from the Potomac River. This is also a great opportunity to meet and socialize with other ICDC members who love the outdoors and sailing. All prior sailing lessons have sold out well in advance. Click here for tickets and information. Saturday, October 11, 2008. Hike the Shenandoah Mountains to Experience the Fall Foliage. Shenandoah National Park and Skyline drive is one of the best places in the United States to experience the beautiful fall foliage colors. What better way to enjoy it than in the company of your ICDC friends? Join us for our most spectacular hiking adventure of the year. Click here for event details and tickets. See photos from previous hiking trips to Shenandoah National Park: July 2005, May 2005, October 2004, September 2004. Thursday, October 16, 2008. Ballroom Dance Lesson and Dance Party Rehearsal for Masquerade Ball: Learn the Viennese Waltz, as danced in Vienna. Whether you plan to attend our Masquarade Ball at the National Museum of Women in the Arts or would simply like to learn how to dance the Viennese Waltz, as it is danced in Vienna, don't miss this opportunity to learn how to dance one of the most timeless and romantic dances of all time. The lessons will be taught on the exquisite marble dance floor of the the grand ballroom of the National Museum of Women in the Arts. The Viennese waltz lessons will be taught by Carol Traxler. A Native of Austria, Mr. Traxler has taught the Viennese waltz to hundreds of enthusiastic dancers in the Washington, DC, area -- at the White House, the Smithsonian, and the Austrian Embassy. Please make your reservation online for discounted admission. See photos from a prior lesson. Saturday, October 25, 2008. Fifth Anniversary Gala and Masquerade Ball at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. We cordially request the pleasure of your company at out Fifth Anniversary Gala and Black-Tie Masquerade Ball at the Grand Ballroom of the National Museum of Women in the Arts. The evening featuring dancing to 2 live bands, lavish dinner with open bar, extravagant desserts, and dancing is the social event of the season for internationally minded professionals. This is also a great opportunity for a private viewing of the museum’s permanent art collection, experience the elegant atmosphere of a formal Ball, as well as meet international professionals and members of the diplomatic community. Please reserve your tickets now -- discounted tickets available for a limited time. Read testimonials by previous attendees and see photos from previous galas: 2007 Midsummer Night's Ball | 2007 Viennese Ball | 2006 Masquerade Ball and Anniversary Gala | 2006 Viennese Ball| 2005 Spring Viennese Ball | 2005 Masquerade Ball and Anniversary Gala | 2005 Fall Viennese Ball.