2019 Events

Join Bruce McBarnette; members of the Princeton Club, Ivy Social Club, the Rotary Club, and the International Club; and friends for a grand celebration of Viennese music and dancing on a wooden floor to a classical orchestra with exquisite Viennese, Austrian, and French desserts. Experience the splendor and spirit of Vienna and elegance of the waltz.

Where: Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road NW, Washington DC 20007.

Street parking is available. Attire is Black Tie optional. Couples are welcome.

Discounted Prices through Ivy Social Club; $85 without Waltz Lessons, $115 with Waltz Lesson.

To register for discounted prices or for more details, please click this link.

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Embassy of France

December 11, 2019, Volunteer at a Community Supported Agriculture program (CSA), Wed. 8:30am

Oct. 16, Volunteer at a Community Supported Agriculture program (CSA) that feeds the homeless, 8:30am to 11am.

We will assemble boxes of food for Spiritual Food CSA 4209 East West Highway Chevy Chase, MD on Wed. Oct. 16, 8:30am to 11am.

Sales of these boxes helps the CSA provide food to the homeless and needy. We will work outdoors so dress for the weather. We will be working under a tent so rain is not a problem. The CSA is walking distance from the Bethesda Metro.

The website is http://www.spiritualfoodcsa.org/

For details and to RSVP, click here

Questions: Contact Bruce McBarnette at brucemcbarnette@gmail.com or call (703) 404-8429.

Kimberton CSA aerial photo of the farm

December 6, 2019, 3rd Annual Coffield Community Center Art Reception, Friday 6:30 - 9:00pm

December 6, 2019, 3rd Annual Coffield Community Center Art Reception, Friday 6:30pm to 9pm

Organized by Montgomery County Department of Recreation,The Gwendolyn E. Coffield Community Center Advisory Committee, Bruce McBarnette, Esq. President of Summit Connection LLC

Curated by Linda Lowery

Featured Artists: Malika Bryant, Linda Lowery and Keith Subani

Free registration. To register click here.

Come and enjoy the work of local artists.

Artists will donate 30% of their sales proceeds to Charlie's Place, a homeless service center that has been helping the homeless in Washington, DC for over 25 years. Voluntary donations will are also welcome for Charlies Place. You may also donate online at http://www.charliesplacedc.org.

The community center address is 2450 Lyttonsville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910.

Free parking and casual dress.

Free Energy Sessions

Guests can experience free energy sessions from trained practitioners of Sukyo Mahikari. They radiate energy through the palm of their hand which they point in the direction of the receiver who sits in a chair one foot away. Many find the energy to be relaxing and revitalizing.

For questions about the event contact Bruce McBarnette, Esq. at brucemcbarnette@gmail.com or (703) 404-8429

November 17, 2019, Pizza and Light, Blue Line Pizza, Sunday 1pm

November 17, Sunday, Pizza and Light Party at 1pm

You are all invited to join Bruce McBarnette '80, other Princeton alumni, and friends for Pizza and Light on November 17. We will renew and welcome new friendships

1pm to 2:45pm you can meet Bruce at the Sukyo Mahikari Center where Bruce has arranged free sessions for all of us to experience an energy called “light” which many find to be relaxing and revitalizing. The Center is located at 1155 Junipero Serra Blvd., San Francisco, CA (tel: 415-337-0657).

3pm to 4pm we will be at Blue Line Pizza, where Bruce will provide pizza. You can purchase your own beverages or other food. Blue Line Pizza is located at 511 Westlake Center in Daly City, CA (tel: 650-755-8500).

The event celebrates USA Track and Field selecting Bruce McBarnette Athlete of the Year for his age group.

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Questions? Contact Bruce McBarnette, brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (tel: 703-404-8429).

November 17, 2019, Rotary 5K Turkey Trot, Sunday 8am

Nov. 17, Rotary 5K Turkey Trot, Sunday 8am

Join members of the Princeton Club and Ivy Social Club and Rotary Club on a 5K trot which will benefit the following Charities: Second Story, Insight Memory Care Center, and PRS/CrisisLink.

Where: Central Park Tysons, Tysons Blvd and Galleria Drive, McLean, VA

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Cost: $35

Questions: Contact Bruce McBarnette, (703) 404-8429, brucemcbarnette@gmail.com

Kimberton CSA aerial photo of the farm

November 2, 2019, US Capitol Tour, Pizza and Light, Saturday 9:45am

US Capitol Tour, Pizza, and Light

When: Sat. Nov. 2, 9:45am-3pm

Where: Emancipation Hall, Visitor Center, US Capitol, Washington, DC

Cost: Free

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Register: click here

The Ivy Singles Social Club invites you to join alumni from Princeton, Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Cornell, MIT, Brown, Dartmouth, Univ. of Pennsylvania, Wellesley, Vassar, Smith, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, and Stanford; and friends on a tour of the US Capitol.

We will meet Bruce McBarnette, Princeton alumnus, at 9:45am in Emancipation Hall of the Visitor Center of the US Capitol, East Capitol Street NE and First Street SE, Washington, DC, 20004, which is near the Capitol South Metro Station. The tour begins at 10:10am. If you come after 10am we can not guarantee you admission even if you register. Look for signs that say "Princeton, Bruce McBarnette." The tour takes about an hour.

12:00pm to 2:00pm, we have arranged for our guests free “light energy” sessions at the Washington DC Center for Sukyo Mahikari, 4479 Connecticut Ave, NW, Washington, DC, 20008. Many people find the sessions to be relaxing and revitalizing.

2:10pm to 3:00pm we will go out for refreshments at the Italian Pizza Kitchen, 4483 Connecticut, Ave, Washington, DC which is right next to Sukyo Mahikari CenterC:Creator_V7

Both locations are two block away from the Van Ness Metro station. Street parking is available on Albemarle Street. You may bring up to 2 adult guests on the tour, but please do not bring children under 18

For more information about the tour and what you may not bring with you visit: Capitol Tour Tips

US Capitol

October 19, 2019, Potomac Overlook Nature Hike, Saturday 9-11:30am

Saturday, October 19, 2019, Potomac Overlook Nature Hike, 9-11:30am

Join Princeton alumnus Bruce McBarnette Rotary Club members, alumni from Princeton, Yale, Harvard, Dartmouth, Columbia, Cornell, Univ. of Pennsylvania, MIT, Stanford, Wellesley, Vassar, Johns Hopkins: ABPA; HBAS; Kennedy School, Thunderbird; and friends on a free hike from Potomac Overlook Park to the Potomac River and back.

Where: Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington, VA 22207

Questions contact: Bruce McBarnette, brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

This 2.5 mile hike is moderate to slightly challenging with several stream crossings and several fallen trees across the path. We will hear a brief presentation about the geological forces which create the area's interesting rock and bolder formations. We will see the remains of a Native American settlement and visit the park's nature center.

Bring water and good hiking shoes. Also bring insect repellent to protect against ticks.

PARK MAP

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October 16, 2019, Volunteer at a Community Supported Agriculture program (CSA), Wed. 8:30am

Oct. 16, Volunteer at a Community Supported Agriculture program (CSA) that feeds the homeless, 8:30am to 11am.

We will assemble boxes of food for Spiritual Food CSA 4209 East West Highway Chevy Chase, MD on Wed. Oct. 16, 8:30am to 11am.

Sales of these boxes helps the CSA provide food to the homeless and needy. We will work outdoors so dress for the weather. The CSA is walking distance from the Bethesda Metro.

The website is http://www.spiritualfoodcsa.org/

Questions: Contact Bruce McBarnette at brucemcbarnette@gmail.com or call (703) 404-8429.

Kimberton CSA aerial photo of the farm

October 13, 2019, Hike at Claude Moore Park, Sat. 9am

October 13, Hike at Claude Moore Park, Sat. 9am

Join Bruce McBarnette, the Princeton Club, Yale Club, Thunderbird Club, KW Dulles, Rotary Club, and friends on a hike of the historic Claude Moore Park, which George Washingotn used to pass through.

When: Sun. Oct. 13, 9am

Where: Heritage Farm Museum, 21544 Old Vestal's Gap Road, Sterling, VA 20164

Cost: Free

Sponsored by: 123 Junk

Questions: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com or (703) 404-8429.

We will hike for about 1 hour and 1/2. There is no cost. Parking is free.

After the hike we will have breakfast at International House of Pancakes, 46931 Cedar Lake Plaza, Sterling, VA 20164.

Bring water and wear sturdy footwear. This will be an easy hike.

Claude Moore Park

October 9, 2019 - Athlete of the Year Happy Hour at Tamarind Restaurant, 5pm to 7pm

October 9, Athlete of the Year Happy Hour at Tamarind Restaurant, 5pm to 7pm.

Join members of KW Dulles, USA Track and Field, the Ivy Social Club, Potomac Valley Track Club, and the Rotary Club for a happy hour at the Tamarind Restarurant. Enjoy free indian food appetizers and discounts at the cash bar. We will be celebrating USA Track and Field selecting Bruce McBarnette as athlete of the Year for his age Group and Jumper of the Year for all age groups.

Where: Tamarind Restaurant, 46300 Potomac Run Plaza #120 Sterling, VA 20164

When: Oct. 9, Wed., 5pm to 7pm

Cost: Free

Questions: Contact Bruce McBarnette at brucemcbarnette@gmail.com or call (703) 404 8429

We give special thanks to the following organizations for sponsoring this event.

September 26, 2019, Embassy Row Roof Top Jazz, Champagne, and Art Soiree, Thursday 7 - 10pm

Embassy Row Roof top Jazz, Champagne, and Art Soiree

Bruce McBarnette, the Princeton Club, the Ivy Singles Social Club, and the International Club invite you to join alumni from Princeton, Yale, Harvard, Thunderbird, MIT, Columbia, Dartmouth, Cornell, Brown, University of Pennsylvania, Wellesley, Stanford, Smith, NYU, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern, and Vassar and friends at an enchanting evening on the Embassy Row Hotel roof top.

Enjoy live jazz and artwork.

Only $15

For details and to register click here.

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Embassy Row Hotel

Roof Top

September 13, 2019, Embassy of Bulgaria Dinner and Concert, Friday 7 - 9pm

Embassy of Bulgaria Dinner and Concert

Bruce McBarnette invites you to join the Princeton Club, the Rotary club, the Ivy Singles Social Club, the International Club and alumni from Princeton, Yale, Harvard, Thunderbird, MIT, Columbia, Dartmouth, Cornell, Brown, University of Pennsylvania, Wellesley, Stanford, Smith, NYU, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern, and Vassar and friends at an enchanting concert and evening of Bulgarian culture, wine, and cuisine at the Embassy of Bulgaria.

Discover Bulgaria and the culture of a civilization spanning a thousand years. Come by yourself or with friends for a wonderful opportunity to discover Bulgaria through all your senses! The evening includes welcome remarks and an overview of Bulgaria, Bulgarian culture, geography, and tourism. Feast on a buffet of traditional Bulgarian delicacies prepared especially for you by the embassy chef along with wine served at the open bar. This is also a great opportunity to meet diplomatic personnel at the embassy as well as International Club of DC members in attendance. Space is limited.

The evening includes welcome remarks and an overview of Bulgaria, Bulgarian culture, geography, and tourism followed by a delightful concert. Feast on a buffet of traditional Bulgarian delicacies prepared especially for you by the embassy caterer along with wine served at the open bar. This is also a great opportunity to meet diplomatic personnel at the embassy as well as International Club of DC members in attendance.

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Embassy of Bulgaria

Sirene - Bulgarian Cheese

August 23, 2019, Embassy Row Roof Top Jazz, Champagne, and Art Soiree, Friday 7 - 9pm

Embassy Row Roof top Jazz, Champagne, and Art Soiree

Enjoy live jazz and artwork. Only $15

For details and to register click here.

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Embassy Row Hotel

Roof Top

July 25, 2019, Embassy Row Roof Top Jazz, Champagne, and Art Soiree, Thursday 7 - 9pm

Embassy Row Roof top Jazz, Champagne, and Art Soiree

Enjoy live jazz and artwork. Only $10

For details and to register click here.

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Embassy Row Hotel

Roof Top

July 7, 2019, Hike, Pizza and Light, Sunday 10:30am -3pm

July 7, Hike, Pizza, and Light Outing, Saturday 10:30pm to 3pm.

Where: Rock Creek Park, Sukyo Mahikari Center, and Italian Pizza Kitchen.

Cost: Hike and light energy sessions are free. At lunch some of the pizza will be free. Other orders will be paid for by the individual making them.

Organizer: Bruce McBarnette, Princeton alumnus, brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Join Bruce McBarnette and members of the Princeton Club of Washington, the Ivy Singles Social Club, and Rotary Club on a hike in Rock Creek Park, followed by complimentary light energy sessions at Sukyo Mahikari Center at 4479 Connecticut Ave., Washington, DC, and pizza and refreshments at the Italian Pizza Kitchen 4483 Connecticut Ave., Washtington, DC.

The hike will be an easy to moderate 3 miles. Please bring water and footwear that supports your ankles. Guests must be 18 years of age or older.

Schedule -

10:30 AM: We will meet at the entrance to the Soap Stone Valley Trail that is very near the intersection of Albemarle Street and 32nd Street. We will hike for about 2 hours in Rock Creek Park.

12:30 PM: Visit to Sukyo Mahikari Center at 4479 Connecticut Ave., Washington, DC for complimentary light energy sessions. Many people find light energy to be relaxing and revitalizing.

2 PM: We will go to the Italian Pizza Kitchen (next door to the Sukyo Mahikari Center) for lunch following the energy sessions. Bruce McBarnette will provide some free pizza for the group. Each person will pay for whatever other refreshments he or she orders.

All of our meeting locations are all within a few blocks north of the Van Ness Metro stop on the Red Line.

Light can be received at the Sukyo Mahikari Center Tues. to Fri. 9am to 9pm and Sat. and Sun. 9am to 7pm. The phone number is (202) 328-5903.

Soap Stone Valley Trail

June 21, 2019, Embassy of Bulgaria Dinner and Concert, Friday 7 - 9pm

Embassy of Bulgaria Dinner and Concert

You can enjoy traditional Bulgraian food and a concert by accordion world champion Petar Maric.

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Embassy of Bulgaria

May 16, 2019, International Networking, Jazz and Art Soiree, Thursday 7 - 9pm

International Networking, Jazz, and Art Soiree, May 16, 2019, 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join Bruce McBarnette; members of the Ivy Social Club, the Princeton Club, and the International Club; the Rotary Club; and friends for the International Networking Soiree. We will enjoy live jazz, champagne, and the work of prominent local artists at one of the premier boutique hotels in Washington, DC.

Art sales will benefit Charlie's Place, a homeless service center in Washington, DC.

Where: Embassy Row Hotel

2015 Massachusetts Avenue NW

Washington DC 20036

Cost: $10

Registration and Details: Click here:

Contact: Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Embassy Row Hotel

April 7, 2019, Hike and Air and Space Museum Visit, Saturday 9:30am

April 7, 2019, Hike and Air and Space Museum Visit, Washington DC, Sunday 9:30am

You are invited to join Bruce McBarnette, alumni from Princeton, Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Cornell, MIT, Brown, Dartmouth, Univ. of Pennsylvania, Wellesley, Vassar, Smith, and Stanford; Rotary Club members; and friends on a hike and a visit to the Air and Space Museum.

9:30am we will meet at the front door to the Air and Space Museum, 600 Independence Ave, SW Washington,DC 20560, and hike around the National Mall for 50 minutes.

10:30am we will visit the Air and Space Museum.

12:30pm to 2pm Bruce has arranged free energy sessions for us at a wellness center, called the Sukyo Mahikari Center. Many find this energy to be relaxing and revitalizing. The center is at 4479 Connecticut Ave, 2 blocks away from the Van Ness Metro station.

2pm to 3pm we have refreshments at the Italian Pizza Kitchen, 4483 Connecticut Ave which is also 2 blocks away from the Van Ness Metro Center.

Everything is free except the refreshments. You may bring up to 5 guests, but please do not bring guests under 18 years old. Bring water and footwear that supports your ankles well.

For questions contact Bruce McBarnette, brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Air and Space Visit 2018

March 16, 2019, Potomac Overlook Nature Hike, Saturday 8:30-11am

Saturday, March 16, 2019, Potomac Overlook Nature Hike, 8:30-11am

Join Princeton alumnus Bruce McBarnette Rotary Club members, alumni from Princeton, Yale, Harvard, Dartmouth, Columbia, Cornell, Univ. of Pennsylvania, MIT, Stanford, Wellesley, Vassar, Johns Hopkins; and friends on a free hike from Potomac Overlook Park to the Potomac River and back.

Where: Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington, VA 22207

Questions contact: Bruce McBarnette, brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

This 2.5 mile hike is moderate to slightly challenging with several stream crossings. We will hear a brief presentation about the geological forces which create the area's interesting rock and bolder formations. We will see the remains of a Native American settlement and visit the park's nature center.

Bring water and good hiking shoes.

PARK MAP

Click for expanded view

Contact Information: Bruce McBarnette, Esq. 248 Willow Terrace Sterling VA 20164 (703) 404-8429 bruce@mcbarnette.com