Archive for February, 2010

Bustin’ Loose for Breast Cancer Research

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Reston Limousine is proud to be the official transportation sponsor for Bustin’ Loose!, a benefit shopping boutique at Arlington’s Waterview Conference Center that will will benefit The Lombardi Center’s Breast Cancer Research Division.

bustin looseThis exciting 3-day shopping fundraiser and educational outreach showcases local, regional and national merchants for shoppers seeking the latest in fashion, home décor and unique gifts.

The weekend event begins at 6:30 p.m. March 5th with a Preview Cocktail Party co-hosted by Pamela Sorenson of the DC blog  Pamela’s Punch. A Silent Auction that night will feature a variety of sports and celebrity memorabilia, including items from Taylor Swift, Twilight, Alex Ovechkin, President Obama, The Rat Pack and more; a VIP Tour for Two of Yankee Stadium that’s actually led by a Yankees World Series Champion player; an NYC Fashion Week Experience; and much more. Tickets to the party are $45 in advance with online RSVP, $60 at the door.

On Saturday, catch Shawn Westfall of the DC Improv Comedy Club providing an Improvisation Class or shop all day long from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

On Sunday, former Washington Redskin Gary Clark will be personally doing signings and photo opportunities, with shopping again available from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission on Saturday and Sunday is $8; reserve for all weekend events online at http://livebreathedancepresents.com.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Lombardi Center’s Breast Cancer Research Division of Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the Georgetown University Medical Center and Hospital. They seek to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer through innovative basic and clinical research, patient care, community education and outreach, and the training of cancer specialists of the future.

Lombardi is one of only 41 comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, as designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the only one in the Washington, DC, area. What began as a small clinic treating cancer patients has grown into a state-of-the-art cancer center housing more than 240,000 square feet of clinic and research space.

Zagat on Where to Dine near the Philadelphia Flower Show

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Are you joining Reston Limousine for our special day trip to the 2010 Philadelphia Flower Show, ‘Passport to the World’ this Sunday, Feb. 28th? If so, Zagat.com has a great listing of places of Where to Eat if you’re attending the show — with an emphasis on Asian cuisine.

Yakitori Boy serves 'Japas' -- traditional Japanese cuisine, tapas style

Yakitori Boy serves 'Japas' -- traditional Japanese cuisine, tapas style

The list offers a culinary tour of Asia via Burma, Malaysia, China, Thailand, Vietnam and Japan, and includes short reviews of each restaurant as well as the famous Zagat ratings of food, decor and service.

To view the list, visit Zagat.com’s ZagatBuzz Philadelphia Edition.

If you can’t bear to leave the show, not to worry — foodies have a wide variety of offerings to choose from: an elegant tea, live cooking presentations by local celebrity chefs held three times each day, free tastings of fine wines and  uplifting spirits, and an international coffee break topped off with delicious desserts. For more information, visit the 2010 Philadelphia Flower Show Web site.

Haven’t booked your seat yet?  It’s not too late — click here for our online Reservations page.

Trip details:

Sunday, February 28, 2010
Cost: $35 Roundtrip
Depart: 8:00 am, 1650 Tysons Blvd, McLean, Virginia
Arrive: 11:00 am, Philadelphia Flower Show
Depart: 5:00 pm, Flower Show
Arrive: 8:00 pm, 1650 Tysons Blvd, McLean, Virginia