Those Summer Nights…

Other than my Birthday (or any other day when people shower me with presents, cake, and champers), the first day of summer is my favorite day of the year. DC loosens up a little. People are dining al fresco everywhere you look, even the boys get pedicures, and camis, and cute dresses, and flip flops – oh my! What’s not to love?

The northern hemisphere officially ushers in the season at 7:59 p.m. EDT, and for those of you looking for ways to celebrate the Solstice, DC has two particularly fantastic options.

For those of us who recognize the magic of the day, the cloistered Mansion on O Street is hosting Caroline Casey and a gathering of like-minded mystics. Caroline’s weekly radio show, The Visionary Activist, can be heard on Pacifica affiliates KPFA in Northern California and KPFK in L.A.

If you are just looking for a fabulous party, no one celebrates the Summer Solstice in DC like the French. The Fête de la Musique at La Maison Française and its gardens promises a spectacular evening of live music, dancing, café fare, and of course, French champagne. The event takes place tomorrow from 5:00 p.m. until midnight , and due to Embassy security, tickets should be reserved in advance. Bonjour l’été!