Cherry Blossom Festival
DC:Through The Lens - Cherry Blast
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On Friday night, boat loads, or rather yellow school bus loads of "peeps" turned out at a warehouse across the river to celebrate their love for arts and cherry blossoms at the Pink Line Project's latest rager, Cherry Blast. To those who have attended previous Pink Line Project parties, Philippa Hughes did not disappoint, as she could have possibly topped them all with her location selection in Anacostia at 2020 Shannon Place SE (the future home of JazzNSoul Cafe), and super-convenient yellow school bus shuttle transportation from Dupont Circle. Quite possibly the most unusual, thus, most fun official Cherry Blossom event, Cherry Blast revolved around a Japanese theme while spotlighting local artists and businesses.
Some of the highlights of the evening...er...late night into morning...included the Pink Line signature graffiti decor, swag that included yummy peeps, painted models and a caged go-go dancer provided by Moojoo Ken, On the Fly eats parked in roach coach style outside the building, and--if fantastic music and DJ beats weren't enough--there were plenty of hula-hoops for all hips on the floor.
Habatat for Healing Photos to Come and More Calendar Items
+Had a great time at HABATAT Gallery, last night, for their Habatat for Healing kick-off party. Turns out co-owner, Lindsey Scott, is actually a nominee for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Woman of the Year. It was also her birthday, so it was truly a festive night. I will post these very soon. Great event, special pictures, and lots to share, so check back in.
Also, coming up on Thursday night is the opening to the "I'm With the Band" exhibit, produced by Ten Miles Square. Featuring the works of local photographers Kyle Gustafson, Martin Locraft, and Nestor Diaz. This will be at the Dahlak, 1771 U Street NW and the opening reception will run from 6-8pm with drink specials and local DJ Chris Nitti on the decks. A $5 donation is suggested but it's more than reasonable when you're attending a Ten Miles Square exhibit.
And on Friday, come out and celebrate the Cherry Blossoms in super style at Cherry Blast! From 9pm - 2am, $10 at the door will get you full access to art + music + dance + fashion + anime + origami and more. A true Pink Line Project in association with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, this will take place at the Warehouse at 2020 Shannon Place SE. There will be plenty of parking, but there is also a FREE shuttle bus service to and from the Anacostia metro and the island in DuPont Circle.
I plan to be at both of these events, taking pictures, so come on out, show your support, & get your picture taken!
See you there!
