Dan Pelosi, the New York Times bestselling author known as @GrossyPelosi, will be making a stop in Washington, D.C. as part of his book tour for his forthcoming cookbook Let’s Party: Recipes and Menus for Celebrating Every Day. The book, published by Union Square & Co., is set to release on September 2, 2025. The event will take place on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Dock5 (1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC). During the event, Dan will be in conversation with 60 Minutes Correspondent Cecilia Vega, sharing his favorite recipes, best entertaining tips, and insights into his culinary journey. Tickets are $62.26, which includes a signed copy of Let’s Party, with additional copies available for purchase. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with Dan and get a sneak peek into his exciting new cookbook! Get your tickets HERE.

Join Rebec Vineyards for the 14th Annual Labor Day Wine & Music Festival from noon to 6 p.m.! Enjoy the shady grounds of the picturesque Rebec Vineyards with live music, wine, and food all day.Children 12 and under are free. No pets allowed for their safety and the safety of other attendees. Rebec Vineyards requests, out of respect to our vendors, that no outside food, beverages or coolers be brought to festival. Come for lunch and stay for dinner! Tasting tickets are $30, and non-tasting tickets are $15, with discounts available for those who purchase in advance. Click HERE.

Come see more than 70 of the country’s finest artisans will be showing and selling their art at the Smithsonian Women’s Committee’s 20th Craft2Wear event from September 26th to 28th. At a new location on the National Mall, the historic Smithsonian Arts & Industry Building, this popular annual event highlights wearable art: jewelry, accessories, and clothing. This event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.General admission tickets are $20 on Friday and Saturday and $15 on Sunday. To view additional discounts and to buy tickets, click HERE.

Head to ART DC on August 10th or 24th from 9:30 till 11:00 a.m. for a  strength and sculpt workout from hosted by Lindsay Bishop, founder of Bad Bish Fitness. This workout series brings high-energy beats with skyline views and incredible vibes. Tickets are $50. Register HERE.

Join ritual artist and sound healer Tara Aura from 11:00 a.m. to noon in Studios A&B at Arlo Washington DC for a soulful yoga experience that’s all about flow, freedom, and feeling good.Set to a smooth R&B soundtrack from the African diaspora, this all-levels class blends breathwork, mindful movement, and meditative moments to help you melt tension and align with ease.Expect intentional vibes, optional pose mods for everybody, and post-practice sips to keep your cool. Mats provided —just bring your whole self.Tickets are $34. Register HERE.

Wine lovers are invited to enjoy an exclusive sneak preview of Lambrusco Week with this 90-minute master class led by Brusco Brent. The session offers an in-depth exploration of Lambrusco, paired perfectly with a selection of cured meats, providing attendees with both education and indulgence.With limited seating available, the class promises an intimate and engaging experience for guests eager to expand their wine knowledge. Special to-go pricing will also be available for those who want to bring a taste of Lambrusco home.Tickets are priced at $60++ per person.Purchase tickets here. 

Participants will have the opportunity to curate their own personalized herbal tea blends in this immersive, hands-on workshop. The session explores the healing properties of a variety of herbs, offering guidance on crafting unique flavors that align with both personal taste and desired wellness benefits.From soothing, calming blends to energizing and immune-boosting infusions, attendees will learn to thoughtfully combine ingredients for flavor and function. The class is designed for both seasoned tea enthusiasts and those new to the world of herbal wellness, ensuring each participant leaves with a deeper appreciation for the art of tea blending—and a custom mix to take home.The workshop will be led by herbalist, gardener, and trained marine biologist Jessica Eason, owner and creator of Rough Seas Productions. Jessica’s passion for natural healing began with cultivating herbs in a local community garden to create lotions and hair care products, which evolved into a practice of blending teas to share with friends and family. Today, her business offers a platform for people to experience the diversity of nature’s pantry and the benefits of consuming organic, natural products.Rough Seas Productions reflects the journey of resilience and transformation—symbolizing the calm before the storm, the challenges within it, and the strength that follows. Through her work, Jessica inspires others to remain centered, work hard, and believe in their capabilities, knowing that they can always weather the storm.

Planning an upcoming special event? This one’s for you! On Sunday, August 17th, the Capital Jewish Museum transforms into a one-stop shop for celebration planning. From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, meet caterers, decorators, entertainers, photographers, planners, and more—all in one place—so you can finalize every detail of your big day in just a few hours.Featured vendors include A2Z Music Factory, Carmine's, Christi Rich LLC, Encore Event Designs, Epic Events, Extraordinary, Innovative Party Planners, Joseph Edwards Photography, Production Management One, What The Chef Catering, Windows Catering, and Zeffert & Gold Catering. Special promotional rates will be available exclusively for attendees.Tickets are $12 and include same-day admission to the Museum’s landmark special exhibit LGBTJews in the Federal City (a $12 value on its own). Tickets can be purchased online in advance.This is not your typical open house—it’s an immersive celebration expo where you can explore ideas, meet vendors, and secure exclusive deals, all while enjoying the Capital Jewish Museum’s exhibits.

On Monday, December 1st, Sixth & I hosts fourth-generation co-owners of Russ & Daughters, Niki Russ Federman and Josh Russ Tupper, for an evening celebrating their book Russ & Daughters: 100 Years of Appetizing, in conversation with bestselling author Daniel Pink.The story of Russ & Daughters began in 1907, when Jewish immigrant Joel Russ arrived in New York City with a pushcart of herring. Over the next century, he built a Lower East Side institution dedicated to Jewish appetizing—preserving its traditions while passing it down through four generations. Today, the business continues to thrive with multiple locations across the city.Russ & Daughters: 100 Years of Appetizing blends history, family stories, and insider anecdotes from behind the counter. The cookbook showcases the shop’s iconic offerings—smoked salmon, sable, sturgeon, herring, and caviar—along with more than 100 recipes for beloved classics like latkes, matzo ball soup, babka, and bagels.Federman and Tupper, both featured in the award-winning documentary The Sturgeon Queens, will be joined by Daniel Pink, author of seven bestselling books on business, work, and behavior, including The Power of Regret and To Sell is Human.In-person tickets are $22, with options including a signed book for $45 or a signed book plus a post-event tasting for $80. Virtual tickets are $12, or free with the purchase of a signed book for $48. Limited premium seating is available. Tickets can be purchased online; additional fees apply.Following the conversation, guests will have the chance to meet the authors and, for those with tasting tickets, enjoy Russ & Daughters specialties brought directly from New York’s Lower East Side.

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in Washington D.C. invites guests to an exclusive evening of fine dining and exceptional wine on Friday, September 12th. The restaurant will host a special wine dinner featuring Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, with Educational Director Chris Gromko in attendance. The evening begins with a 6:30 PM reception featuring Guado Al Tasso Scalabrone Rosé, followed by a 7:00 PM multi-course dinner thoughtfully paired with a curated selection of Stag’s Leap wines. Highlights include heirloom tomato salad with Aveta Sauvignon Blanc, seabass with Karia Chardonnay, filet mignon with Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon, New York strip paired with both Fay Vineyard and S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon, and a cherry bread pudding dessert accompanied by Stag’s Leap’s Fortified Wine. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase featured wines to enjoy at home. Tickets are $195 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).