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
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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
Good to know
Highlights
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 6:15 PM
Refund Policy
Location
The Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
2505 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20007
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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VIP Hour with Washington DC's Finest Harpist - Kristen Jepperson
Enjoy Champagne and passed hors d'oeuvres hour with an outstanding harpist performance with your date or community for the night!
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Chairman Phil Mendelson, Council of the District of Columbia
Chairman Mendelson will inspire you and be informed how your support improves the Guy mason Recreation Center
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General Admission Welcome
Enjoy our Cashbar with cocktails curated by Divino's Owner Luca and an exceptional buffet by Chef Amy Riolo followed by a lively musical performance by Crush Funk