Fashion Fights Poverty 2008 Lookbook Launch Party- Save the Date!

Save the date for this years' FFP Lookbook launch party held at Tattoo Lounge on Thursday, September 6th from 6-10pm!  RSVP at rsvp@sinpr.com 

"The look book is a catalogue of chic, contemporary, and ethical designers, modeled by celebrities and everyday citizens who have pledged their support to FFP’s mission. The look book will be available online and limited editions will also be available for purchase. A percentage of sales from each look book will go to Nest (www.buildanest.com), FFP’s 2008 beneficiary, a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing the lives of women in developing countries. Nest provides micro-finance loans to artisan women in the developing world to help them create sustainable entrepreneurial businesses and then gives them a place to sell their unique goods. 

EDUN LIVE (www.edun-live.com) will sponsor FFP's 2008 "Dress Responsibly" t-shirts by donating their "100% Made in Africa" tees. Preview tees at launch party, limited editions available for purchase at the benefit. "

See you there!

NIH Outdoor Filmfestival at Strathmore

Obviously I am into outdoor movies this summer, and even though Screen on the Green ends tonight- the next two weeks will be filled with awesome Children's movies... and my favorite- "Airplane!"

Presented by the NIH, 97.1 and Comcast, these movies shouldn't be missed! Bring a blanket, a picnic and some friends! See you there!

Save the Date: Washington Cupcake Contest

This sounds so amazingly delicious! Save the date for Thursday, September 25th for the Washington Cupcake Contest! The event will be held from 6-9pm at the Washington Club in Dupont Circle.

Entries will be accepted in three categories:

* Professional

* Amateur

* Out-of-Town

There will be 3 entries allowed within each category:
* Vanilla with Chocolate Icing

* Chocolate with Vanilla Icing

* Wildcard - where creativity counts

Space is limited, so don't wait to sign up. Samples for the audience are encouraged in addition to the official entries. More info to come! Let them eat cupcakes!!

Fall Flag Football Registration is NOW open!!!

Don't miss your chance to sign up for a Fall Flag football team through Play Head First Sports League. Last Spring, Shockingly Offensive Behavior dominated the afterparty, if not the field. Such a great experience to bond and get your day started while all of your friends are still taming their touch of the Irish flu.

New Leagues

If your office or team is looking to play flag football this fall you have found the best leagues in the Washington, DC area.

Full Schedule

Each team will play a full 8 game regular season schedule with playoffs and a championship to follow. This will ensure all teams will play at least 9 games!

Full Service

Headfirst Sports is the premier provider of youth and adult recreational sports in the area. We know what it takes to run the best programs, and it will show throughout the season as our staff will provide expert service and coordination in each league and event. Your league fee is all-inclusive, as Headfirst provides facility reservations, officials, equipment, web updates, scheduling, post-game social activities and awards. If you register as a free agent we will place you on a team and provide you with a uniform. All skill levels are welcome.

Flag Football League dues per team

• $795 if you register before August 15.

• $895 if you register after August 15.

League dues if you are registering as a free agent are $85 for the season.

We can help you with your team’s uniforms as well.

Great Locations

We have fields reserved on Saturday and Sunday. Games will be played downtown by the Washington Monument, West Potomac Park, and 23rd & Constitution. Tell us your best day and times and we will work with your team to create the best schedule possible.If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call us at 202-625-1921 ext. 19 or email us at adultsports@headfirstsportsleagues.com

Registration Deadline is August 29

New leagues will start the weekend of September 13

Ready to play? Click HERE

Save the Date: Trey Lefler Memorial Gold Tournament

Save the date for the Capital Clubs Golf Classic in Memory of Trey Lefler who is still sincerely missed by the D.C. community. Proceeds from the party will benefit the Trey Lefler scholarship fund.

Save-the-Date: A Night Among the Stars

Save the date! Sashay into Spring

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Save the Date: Fashion + Futbol

Save the Date: First Annual Grin Gala

DC United Single's Night- Save the Date

Save the Date for DC United's big game on Thursday, May 8th at RFK Stadium against the Chicago Fire! For just $44 you get TWO tickets to see your DC United boys dominate the field and two passes to the tailgate area that will by BYOB style but have awesome bands for live entertainment. The theme is Single's Night Out- singles will have green wristbands while those taken will have red wristbands at the tailgate! Makes it easy to scope out potential Mr. Rightnows ;-)

Save-The- Date JDRF Walk to Cure

Join more than 4,500 local participants from the DC area on May 4th in walking to raise $1.6 Million to support research to find a cure for juvenile (type 1) diabetes. Besides the Walk itself, the day will include plenty of free food, live entertainment, games for kids, cheerleaders, festivities both before and after the event.Enjoy music by MIX 107.3, great food and beverages provided by our sponsors and much more! Why: Juvenile (type 1) diabetes strikes children suddenly, makes them insulin dependent for life, and carries the constant threat of devastating complications such as stroke, blindness, and amputation. JDRF International, a Forbes top-rated charity, is the leading charitable funder and advocate of diabetes research worldwide. Founded in 1970 by parents of children with juvenile (type 1) diabetes, JDRF’s mission is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Since its inception in 1970, JDRF has awarded more than $1.16 billion to diabetes research.

Save the Date: Capital Connection 2008

Capital Connection is the premiere event on the East Coast for all company owners to meet with potential investors. This year it will be held in Baltimore, Maryland at the Baltimore Waterfront Marriott from May 27-28th so all you entrepreneurs be sure to save-the-date!