Network like a DC Insider
Thursday, June 27th, 4 - 6 pm
Register on-site at the conference to participate.
                                                                                                                   

Ben’s Chili Bowl: U Street / Shaw

Come with us to U Street to grab a world-famous chili dog at Ben’s Chili Bowl, home of DC’s signature dish, the chili half-smoke. It is known locally for its chili dogs, half-smokes, and milkshakes, and has been an integral part of the neighborhood's history since its founding in 1958. It was frequented by both police and protesters during the 1968 Washington, D.C. riots, and is regularly visited by celebrities, such as Bill Cosby and Chris Tucker. The restaurant's founders have been inducted into the D.C. Hall of Fame.

In January 2009, Washington, D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty took then-President-elect Barack Obama to eat at Ben's as part of his welcome to the city.

Cost: Metro ticket

Food: $5-$10

Georgetown Inside-Out!

Looking to get an insider’s view of DC, along with a healthy dose of US History and a taste of pop culture? This is the networking outing for you! Let the Georgetown Career Services staff show off the finer parts of Georgetown – including:

·         Amazing restaurants and shopping spots (including 1789 – where the Clinton’s are known to dine and Martin’s Tavern (every sitting president from Truman to George W. has eaten here!))

·         The Exorcist Stairs (no – we won’t make you climb them!)

·         The Halcyon House

·         M Street – hot spot for shopping and dining.

Of course, a tour of Georgetown is not complete without stopping at the famous Georgetown Cupcake!

Cost: Bring a few dollars for a cupcake;

Transportation TBD

Monumental Monument Tour!

If you have never been to DC before, there are a few sites you can’t go home without seeing!  We’ll take the metro to the National Mall where we will check out the Washington Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, the Korean Memorial (a favorite of mine!) and the Jefferson Memorial to name a few. Wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring bottled water and a camera!

Cost: Metro fair

Adams Morgan Bar Crawl:

To get a glimpse of a different side of DC, join us on a trip to Adams Morgan – a vibrant neighborhood known for it’s night life! Possible stops include Madam’s Organ, Bourboun and Brass Monkey!

Cost: Money for your drinks

Dupont Circle Bar Crawl:

Dupont Circle neighborhood, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is home to numerous embassies, many of which are located in historic residences. Other landmarks included the International Temple, Embassy Gulf Service Station, Christian Heurich Mansion, and the country’s first museum of modern art.

The group will make stops at great local pubs, such as Lucky Bar, Public Bar, The Mighty Pint, and the Big Hunt.

Cost: Money for Metro (Farragut North), and spending cash for drinks! (Bring your ID too!)

A Stroll Through the National Zoo:

Lions and Tigers and Bears, OH MY! Enjoy a late afternoon walk through one of the oldest zoos in the United States. The home to some of the most exotic animals in the world, enjoy a stroll with your peers through the Giant Panda Habitat, Elephant Trails, The Great Ape House, The Think Tank, The American Trail, Amazonia, and The Reptile Discovery Centre.

Cost: Free admission (the zoo does ask for a small donation)

Logistics: walking distance from the hotel

National Cathedral:

Join us for a tour of the Washington National Cathedral. The Cathedral is the sixth-largest in the world and second-largest in the US. The Cathedral has held major events such as funerals for Presidents and prayer services on inauguration day.

Cost: The requested contribution to visit is $10

Logistics: TBD