Posted on 01/13/2005 5:06:14 PM PST by kristinn
All Freepers and lurkers in good standing are invited to celebrate with us at the Free Republic Pre-Inaugural Dinner at the Washington Plaza Hotel, Wednesday, January 19, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
With all the traffic closures expected the next day, we figured it would be best to give folks a dry run on getting to the hotel for the ball the next night. Also, because so many of the ball attendees will be spending all day in town on Inauguration Day, we have decided to give them the chance to pre-position their evening attire at the hotel the night before so they won't have to make an extra trip on Thursday.
The dinner will be a great chance to catch up with old friends and make new ones.
You do not have to be attending the ball to come to this dinner. Also, if you do not want to have dinner, you are welcome to hang out in the hotel lounge and buy a drink or soda and socialize there.
The price for the dinner is $25 per person, tax, gratuity and drinks extra.
The prix fixe menu is:
Mixed Field Green Salad with Tomato, Carrot, Cucumber and Bell Pepper
Balsamic Vinaigrette and Buttermilk Ranch Traditional Caesar Salad with Garlic Croutons and Parmesan Reggiano, Signature Caesar Dressing
Teriyaki Beef and Asparagus Salad with Napa Cabbage and Sugar Peas
Assorted Dinner Rolls with Whipped Butter
Pecan Crusted Chicken Breast with a Caramelized Onion Demi Glace
Pan-Roasted Atlantic Salmon with a Dill Beurre Blanc
Roasted Garlic and Chive Mashed Potatoes
Sautéed Green Beans with Baby Carrots
Caramel Apple Crisp
German Chocolate Cake
We are ending the dinner at 10 p.m. so everyone can get a good night's sleep for the long day ahead.
Please note: We will also be making the final plans for the ball at the dinner.
And, the D.C. Chapter will be finalizing our plans for the American Sectors along the Inaugural Parade route.
The Washington Plaza Hotel
10 Thomas Circle, NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
Located at 14th Street and Massachusetts Avenue, NW. Garage parking (6 foot clearance) and limited street parking available.
The hotel is four blocks north of the McPherson Square Metro station (Orange and Blue lines.)
Please RSVP on this thread or by freepmail to me.
If you haven't purchased your Free Republic W2 Inaugural Ball tickets, you can do so by following this link.
Where are you getting the armbands?
No tickets need for the Wednesday night dinner. Just show up. Everyone is responsible for their own bill.
Making them from ribbon found at fabric store. The idea is to wrap a good length around and use later to wave on the parade line. One type is wide containing all colors; red white and blue or you can buy them separtely.
I'm on my way out too. Just rec'd word of another mudslide causing at least a one hour delay in driving to the city.
Hwy 33 Ojai valley to Ventura . Taking my laptop.
Sorry your niece can't be here. You've got freepmail.
The Washington Plaza is about seven blocks from the new convention center. I'd take a cab, but you may have to walk a block or two to get one. It'll be cold Thursday night.
bump
Ok, we have another FReeper that can use your extra ticket.
Thank you very much.
Jim
Signing up for one.
Pete
Y'all have a great time. Wish I could be there wearing my red ropers!! :o)
I hope to see you ladies at the ball. Mr. Teacup and I might come to have a drink Wednesday night.
Is there a landmark by where we're standing for the parade? I know, I know...Here I go with the questions again!! But ya gotta love me..Right?
usflagwaver and I will attend the pre party on Wednesday. Can't wait to meet all you folks.
Can't wait to meet you!
I don't think i will have time to get an armband at this point, but I will just look for you guys wearing them.
We are Armed and Dangerous! See you there.
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