DSC & Inspira Dance Latin Night
Join us for Latin Night!
Saturday, April 20, 2024
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Catholic University of America
Caldwell Auditorium - Caldwell Hall
620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, DC 20064
DC Social Collective & Inspira Dance have teamed up to invite you to our Latin Night this coming January!
No partner or dance experience is needed to come out and enjoy yourself! The first portion of the evening will include a beginner-friendly lesson followed by social dancing.
Attire: Comfortable & Classy!
What's Included:
1 hour beginner Salsa & Bachata lesson
3 hours of social dancing
Cash Bar (Unfortunately, due to last minute logistical issues, we are unable to provide a cash bar)
Pre-Sale Tickets
$15 per individual
$25 per couple
Door Tickets
$20 per individual
$30 per couple
CUA Student Discount!
All Catholic U grads and undergrads can receive 50% off!
Email us a picture of your student ID to info@dcsocialcollective.com for an online promo code or show us proof at the door to receive the discount.
Sponsored by
The Graduate Student Association at The Catholic University of America
3rd Annual St. Joseph's Ball
Join us for our 3rd Annual St. Joseph's Ball!
Saturday, March 23rd
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Address:
Father O'Connell Hall
The Catholic University of America
597-599 Michigan Ave NE Washington, DC 20064
St. Joseph's Ball is an annual formal event in celebration for St. Joseph's Feast Day to promote chastity, purity, and true romance as modeled in the betrothal of St. Joseph and Mary. The event is in collaboration with our friends and partners at Inspira Dance.
All young adults ages 18-35 are welcome.
Attire: Formal - Black tie optional
What's Included:
1 hour beginner Swing lesson with professional instructors
3 hours of social dancing
Live performance by Starting Early Band
Cash Bar
Light hors d'oeuvres
Early Bird Tickets
**END March 2, 2024 @11:59 PM**
$45 per individual
$70 per couple
Regular Tickets
**ON SALE March 3, 2024**
$65 per individual
$110 per couple
Door Tickets
$80 per individual
$140 per couple
CUA Students - 50% Off All Tickets
A 50% discount is available for all graduate and undergraduate CUA students. To claim your 50% coupon code, please email a screenshot of your CUA student ID to info@dcsocialcollective.com.
LIVE MUSIC
Starting Early
Starting Early is a rock trio made up of brothers Rory and Declan O'Donnell on guitars, along with Paul Mosimann on percussion.
When not working on their own music, they can be seen playing blends of modern and classic rock sets at top venues in the D.C. area.
Follow them on social media to catch our upcoming performances!
The St. Joseph’s Ball is Sponsored by
Romänce in Fränce
We cordially invite you to join DSC for
a romantic and classy French Valentine's mixer
Saturday, February 17th
Our upcoming event promises to be an unforgettable evening in the heart of Old Town Alexandria filled with cultural themed cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, and dancing!
Address
Union Square
204 South Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Event Details
8 pm
Cocktail Reception
9 pm - Late
Dance & Social
The evening includes:
- Cocktail reception
- Cash bar
- French dessert bar
- Hor d'oeurves
- Dancing
**Each ticket purchased includes 2 free cocktails**
Purchase Tickets
$65 per individual
$97.50 per couple
**This event will sell out with limited capacity**
DSC & Inspira Dance Swing Night
Join us for Swing Night!
Saturday, January 13, 2024
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Catholic University of America
Caldwell Auditorium - Caldwell Hall
620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, DC 20064
DC Social Collective & Inspira Dance have teamed up to invite you to our Swing Night this coming January!
No partner or dance experience is needed to come out and enjoy yourself! The first portion of the evening will include a beginner-friendly lesson followed by social dancing.
Attire: semi-formal to formal
What's Included:
1 hour beginner East Coast Swing lesson
3 hours of social dancing
Cash Bar
Pre-Sale Tickets
$15 per individual
$25 per couple
Door Tickets
$20 per individual
$30 per couple
CUA Student Discount!
All Catholic U grads and undergrads can receive 50% off!
Email us a picture of your student ID to info@dcsocialcollective.com for an online promo code or show us proof at the door to receive the discount.
Sponsored by
The Graduate Student Association at The Catholic University of America
Marie Miller Concert
Jammin Java | All Ages
Doors 5:30 PM | Show 7 PM
Address: 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
Marie Miller is a singer/songwriter and mandolin player from the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. At seventeen Marie was signed by Curb Records. During her Curb years, she recorded the #1 Christian song, “You’re Not Alone” and had songs featured in movies and television shows. After much thought and prayer, she left Curb Records to create “Little Dreams,” her first independent album. The album’s title track video premiered on Billboard and its most popular single, “Imaginary Friend,” was streamed over 1 million times on iTunes. As a live performer, Marie opened for the Backstreet Boys, The Wallflowers, toured with Five for Fighting, and headlined shows in listening rooms across the country. Marie shared the main stage with Mark Wahlberg, Andrea Bocelli, and Aretha Franklin to perform for Pope Francis and a live audience of 750,000. Marie is currently working on her second independent release.
Country Summer Nights
DC Social Collective is hosting its 3rd Annual Country Summer Nights party featuring country music and line dancing, food, drinks, and live music by Leesburg's finest Cowpoke Band! Let’s celebrate the American way and get back to our roots: bring your friends, beer, and cowboy boots!
Details
Saturday, August 12
6 PM - Midnight
Live Music: 7:30-9:30 PM
Address
Whiffletree Farm
8717 Springs Rd, Warrenton, VA 20186
*BYOB
*Bring a side dish to share!
*Grill On-Site
$10 pre-sale
$15 at the door
Cowpoke Band
Cowpoke is a unique trio that performs an eclectic mix of originals and covers, spanning many genres like country, folk, pop, and rock. Blues and jazz elements also permeate throughout each set, as the band draws its sound from an encyclopedia of musical influences. Cowpoke’s music transforms familiar tunes into something distinct and current. Be ready to hear powerful vocals, blistering sax lines, and captivating drum beats as Cowpoke takes you on a journey full of non-stop fun.
Members
Kalman Weinstein (Kal) on Vocals and Guitar
Brian Cambrel (BC) on Saxophones
Ryan Clark (SeaLark) on Drums
Kal, founder and frontman of Cowpoke, has put together an elite group of musicians. Kal is known for his amazingly distinct voice. Kal has studied guitar privately, and has been live performing for nearly a decade.
Brian, on saxophones, is a music teacher, performer, and composer with over 15 years of experience. Brian is professionally trained with a bachelor’s degree in music composition from Shepherd University and a master’s degree in music composition from Columbia College Chicago.
Ryan, on drums, is a freelance musician and has performed in the DMV area for years on both drum set and orchestral percussion. Ryan is professionally trained with a bachelor’s degree in music composition from Shepherd University.
Summer Picnic - Celebrating 2 Years with DSC
Un-wine-d with us this summer for a relaxing evening summer picnic on the waterfront of Old Town Alexandria!
Help us celebrate 2 years of building authentic community and bring your blankets, bottles and besties!
Details
Drinks (BYOB). Please consider bringing a side dish to share. Enjoy an evening filled with fellowship, music and dancing!
RSVP & Charitable Donation Options
Address
Founders Park
351 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Happy Hour ft. Ben-David Warner Band
Join DC Social Collective and Ben-David Warner Band this June 24 at Bar Bao located in the heart of downtown Arlington for a concert, happy hour, and fellowship with young adults!
Tickets
$10 adv (online)
$15 at the door
Address
Bar Bao
3100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
2nd Annual St. Joseph's Ball
St. Joseph's Ball is an annual formal event in celebration for St. Joseph's Feast Day to promote chastity, purity, and true romance as modeled in the betrothal of St. Joseph and Mary.
Red, White & Brew Veterans Day Extended Happy Hour
POP UP EVENT!
Join DC Social Collective and raise a glass to our vets with us this next Friday, November 11, from 5-9 PM at Bar Bao in Arlington VA for an extended Veterans Day Happy Hour!
Come wearing your favorite patriotic outfits to support our current and in-active military service members!
All veterans and active duty get 1 free drink ticket each.
BUY A VET A BEER - $5
*Just show us your military ID. Active duty included in promo*
We will gladly accept donations at the door to benefit the National Veterans Foundation.
Please RSVP here
We look forward to seeing you on Veterans Day!
*free admission*
*open invite*
*happy hour prices end at 7 PM*
Fall Flannel Winery Social
Join our community for a festive afternoon social at the Winery at Bull Run, October 15, from 3:30-6:30PM!
Experience our private 3 hour social escape from the hustle and bustle of your daily life to a simpler time—where you can relax in the beautiful Virginia countryside with your friends, family, and partners and sip delicious, award-winning Virginia wine!
Ticket proceeds will benefit the Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington organization to support the poor, especially the homeless, immigrant newcomers at-risk and persons with mental and developmental disabilities in the D.C. area.
Donation for attendance: $15
*Open Invite!
*Wear your best fall flannel attire!
*Bring your own food :)
*Please no pets, coolers, or outside beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).
Marie Miller: Live on the Lawn
Marie Miller: Live on the Lawn
Come join us for a relaxing summer evening of food, drink, and live music with Marie Miller. The concert will be from 8-9 PM.
*100% of the proceeds will go to benefit the work of the Sisters of Life for mothers and babies. www.sistersoflife.org*
Marie Miller is a singer/songwriter and mandolin player from the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. Her favorite performance was for Pope Francis and 700,000 attendees in Philadelphia, PA. Miller’s music was featured on ABC's Dancing with Stars, SiriusXM, Billboard.com, and The Huffington Post. Her past performances include opening for Five for Fighting, The Backstreet Boys, Train, Sara Evans, The Wallflowers, Matt Maher, and American Idol Kris Allen. www.mariemillermusic.com.
Minimum Donation:
$15 pre-sale
$20 at the door
Feel free to bring a lawn chair. We'll open up the fire pit in the evening!
OPEN INVITE
Ladies please bring sides.
Men please bring meat.
BYOB
6024 Crest Park Dr., Riverdale, MD 20737
Happy Hour Panel: Empowering Catholic Professionals
Join us for a networking happy hour and panel discussion on empowering Catholic professionals at Bar Bao on Thursday, 28 April from 6-9pm!
About this event:
DC Social Collective (DCSC) and DC Catholic Professionals (DCCP) are partnering to host a professional networking happy hour on Thursday April, 28 from 6-9pm at Bar Bao, Arlington, VA. Come join us and make new connections! From 7-7:45pm, Pascal Hensel from DCCP will moderate a panel (speaers to be announced) to discuss empowering and living out Catholicism in today’s workplace. Otherwise, this event is for us to gather, catch up, make connections, rub elbows, and enjoy some happy-hour-priced food and drinks! Bring your business cards!
Tickets: $5 Cover via Eventbrite: Purchase Tickets Here
(Tickets give you special deals at the bar)
True Presence Night
Join The Vigil Project tonight for an evening of live music, inspiring speaking, and prayer and worship! Hosted by St. Louis Catholic Church and young adult ministry in Alexandria, VA.
For more information, visit: https://www.thevigilproject.com/.
St. Joseph's Formal Ball
Come out and celebrate the feast day of St. Joseph with DCSC and the Brookland community for a formal night at the finest ballroom, Heritage Hall in D.C. to include:
-Open bar/unlimited drinks
-Professional live music
-Light hors d'oeuvres
-Heritage Hall ballroom
Valentines Jazz Mixer
Bring your Valentine, Galentine, or Palentine and join the largest young adult community in D.C. & Arlington for a classy evening of hors d’ouvres, open bar, & live music!
Must be 21+. Attire: Semi-formal
Presale Tickets: $30 per person/$45 per couple
August Picnic Happy Hour
Join us for food, drinks, yard games and live music on the beautiful Potomac River. BYO Food. Open invite! $5 cover charge. Please Venmo @dcsocialcollective
Summer Luau
Join us for an evening filled with tropical food, drinks, dancing, and yard games on August 12th! Wear your favorite Hawaiian inspired outfit! BYOB not allowed. Alcohol will be served at the Marina until 10:30 PM. Open invite! $10 cover. Please Venmo @dcsocialcollective