DIY Perfume, A Book Launch and More at Shirlie's Girls Night Out

The Village at Shirlington Celebrates Shirle's Girls Night Out May 2
 
April 25, 2013 - PRLog -- SHIRLINGTON, VA (4/26/13) – The Village at Shirlington (http://www.villageatshirlington.com) announces the May event lineup for Shirlie’s Girls Night Out, the much-adored, village-wide monthly celebration of style.  On Thursday, May 2, Shirlington will go high-fashion with the launch of the new novel Sweet Peril with author Wendy Higgins, a make-your-own perfume party at Ah Love Oil & Vinegar, plus 17 other shopping and culinary events throughout the village.

“We’re thrilled to host Wendy Higgins as she launches the second book in her best-selling trilogy,” said Jill Powell, marketing manager for The Village at Shirlington. “Our May event is our biggest yet, and we’re thrilled to build on the momentum as we continue through the summer.”

Shirlie’s Girls Night Out continues through October on the first Thursday of each month, featuring trunk shows, cocktails and promotions from the village’s best boutiques, restaurants, salons, spas and shops. Remaining summer dates will be June 6, July 11 and August 1.

Shirlie’s GNO May Events and Promotions
as of 4/25/13

SIGNATURE EVENT:
Meet author Wendy Higgins as she signs her new novel Sweet Peril, the second book of the Sweet Trilogy. The first 100 attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Sweet Peril and a complimentary cocktail at the Great American Bar. 7:00pm-8:30pm at the Hilton Garden Inn.  RSVP to shirlington@federalrealty.com

Must be 21 years or older. RSVP required. Books available while supplies last.

Ah Love Oil & Vinegar
Make Your Own Perfume using extra-virgin olive oil as the base, use aromatic essential oils to create your own scent.  Reserve a place; $10. Fee includes your own vial of your custom scent.  Visit villageatshirlington.com to pre-register. Everyone will enjoy food and fun from 5pm-9pm and 20% discount on one bottle of olive oil.

Aladdin’s Eatery
Enjoy $4 glasses of wine and 1/2 off Vegetarian Combo Appetizer (a sampling of all your favorites: Hummus, Tabbouli, Baba, Falafel and Dawali)

The Bungalow
2 for 1 appetizer special and half priced "signature cocktails"

Busboys and Poets
Special GNO Cocktail: Grape-Elderflower Martini ($5) made with Elderflower, Grape Liqueur, Hendricks Gin & Soda

Café Pizzaiolo
"Taste of Rose".   Come in and join us for $5.00 Rose Wine Flights - hosted by wine specialist Beth Wolfe from Siema Wine.

CakeLove
Come to the Cinco de Mayo party with CakeLove owner, Warren Brown!  Margarita cupcake, Margarita Decorated Cookies, and free Tastings of flavored Cream Cheese Icings.  Oh, and  free bubbly!

Capitol City Brewing Company
Half priced signature martinis AND house wine by the glass (5pm-9pm)
Select $5 appetizers (5pm-9pm)
$2 pints of our core 4 beers  (All day)
Beautiful Silver Jewelry collection on display and available for purchase. Fun to try on a few pieces and even better to take them home with you!

Caribou Coffee
Caribou loves Shirlie girls!  Stop in, mention Shirlie’s Girls Night Out and sample any beverage on the menu.

Cheesetique
20% Off Bottles of Wine in The Restaurant, 20% off all retail purchases (excluding any sale items).

Hardwood Artisans
Bring your favorite kitchen knife in to our showroom for sharpening.  Plus enjoy fruits from the vine.

Hilton Garden Inn
$5 glasses of wine and specialty martinis

Le Village Marche
Mother’s Day is right around the corner!  Invite your girl friends for an evening of sweet, bubbly and shopping.  Plus, save 20% off your entire purchase from 5pm-9pm.  Enjoy a Ruth Barzel Jewelry Show and prints by local artist Sarah Hollander.

Luna Grill and Diner
$5 exclusive Shirlie’s Girls Night Out drinks: Peach Pleasure / Cocotini Martini / Oatmeal Cookie Martini, plus enjoy $5 tropical wings.

Periwinkle
Meet  Katherine Mitchell  from Rodan and Fields.  It's time for summer- time to freshen up your look with both skincare and new clothing! Come enjoy 10% off all full priced merchandise and enter to win a brand new summer skincare item from Rodan and Fields.

PING
Enjoy a specialty “skinny” cocktail paired with a 2 course dinner for $15-20 (prices vary based on menu items)

T.H.A.I. Shirlington
Free wonton appetizer when you mention “Shirlie’s Girls Night Out”

Visual Eyes
Come join us for our Mykita trunk show and try your luck at getting 10-30% off Mykita frames. Mykita, from Berlin, Germany showcases modern design made of surgical grade stainless steel all without any screws in the eyeglass design!  

About the Village at Shirlington
Conceived in 1944 as one of Washington, D.C.’s first shopping centers, the Village at Shirlington has brought together the best of mixed-use neighborhood living in a modern way ever since.  With a unique, Tony award-winning live theater, a movie cinema, and diverse restaurants and boutiques, Shirlington is an anchor for culture, dining and shopping in northern Virginia.  The small-town feel and big-city amenities of the village offer the burgeoning community a unique living experience that has led The Washington Post (http://www.washingtonpost.com/realestate/2011/09/21/gIQA3...) to highlight Shirlington as one of best places to live outside of the District.  With a hotel, offices, services, several living communities and a convenient location right of 395, Shirlington truly has it all.

About Federal Realty Investment Trust
Federal Realty Investment Trust is an equity real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership, management, development, and redevelopment of high quality retail assets. Federal Realty's portfolio (excluding joint venture properties) contains approximately 19.6 million square feet located primarily in strategically selected metropolitan markets in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and California. In addition, the Trust has an ownership interest in approximately 1.0 million square feet of retail space through a joint venture in which the Trust has a 30% interest. Our operating portfolio (excluding joint venture properties) was 95.3% leased to national, regional, and local retailers as of December 31, 2012, with no single tenant accounting for more than approximately 3.2% of annualized base rent. Federal Realty has paid quarterly dividends to its shareholders continuously since its founding in 1962, and has increased its dividend rate for 45 consecutive years, the longest record in the REIT industry. Federal Realty is an S&P MidCap 400 company and its shares are traded on the NYSE under the symbol FRT.
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