Patra Wroten

When she isn't researching policy or planning parties, Patra Wroten is a Washington, DC, lifestyle blogger whose posts have inspired features by the Associated Press and Good Morning America.

Actress Kate Hudson debuts summer fashion line at Ann Taylor stores

Be the first customer to buy from Ann Taylor’s new Kate Hudson for Ann Taylor collection May 22 and win a gift card from InStyle magazine.

First daughters among Vanity Fair’s best dressed kids

You don’t need a parent who rules Hollywood’s red carpet to snag a spot on Vanity Fair’s list of best dressed kids; a dad ruling the free world will do.

Stage is set for 2013 National Memorial Day Concert

Actors Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna return for the eighth time to co-host the National Memorial Day Concert on Sunday, May 26, from the West Lawn of the Capitol.

By the numbers: Prince Harry’s Capitol Hill visit

By the numbers: Prince Harry’s Capitol Hill visit.

Plan a weekend trip to the European Union Embassies’ Open House

The annual European Union Embassies’ Open House is Saturday, May 11.

Watch the trailer for ‘The Butler,’ inspired by a White House maître d’

America first learned the story of Eugene Allen, a White House butler who served alongside eight U.S. presidents, in a 2008 Washington Post article by Wil Haygood.

Attention, anglophiles: Prince Harry arrives Thursday in Washington

It cannot be by chance that, after what happened in Vegas, the first stop Prince Harry of Wales will make during his return to the U.S. is Washington, D.C.

Tech, government leaders top list of 50 Most Powerful Moms

Lean in. Working Mother magazine has released its list of 50 Most Powerful Moms for 2013. Government and IT leaders hold 13 spots, dominating the business roster among leading ladies in entertainment, fashion and sports.

Everpurse makes perfect gift for take-charge moms this Mother’s Day

Everpurse is a small, fashionable clutch bag that charges your phone while you carry it.

Tickets on sale tomorrow for ZZ Top, Diana Ross, other summer acts

Tickets for the latest shows at Wolf Trap go on sale May 4.

Old Ebbitt Grill ranked among America’s best breakfast spots

Old Ebbitt Grill is the only D.C.-area restaurant named to Urbanspoon’s Most Popular Breakfast Spots.

VIP tickets released for The Front Row fashion event with Jessica Alba

VIP tickets go on sale today 10 a.m. for The Front Row, Bethesda’s three-day fashion event happening May 17-19.

Whom to look for and how to see VIPs at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Whom to look for and how to see VIPs at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Party is over for popular DC tour bus company

The Transportation Department shuts down Washington DC Party Shuttle for safety violations.

A retro recipe: Watergate Salad

On Sunday, Discovery Channel will air All the President’s Men Revisited, a documentary marking the 40th anniversary of the Richard Nixon scandal. Enjoy Watergate Salad, a sweet retro treat while revisiting one of the most bitter times in American politics.

History sets the pace for Harpers Ferry Half Marathon

History sets the pace for the Harpers Ferry Half Marathon on May 11.

Truckeroo returns for 2013

Truckeroo, D.C.’s popular food truck festival, returns for its first event in 2013.

Hospitality blooms at the White House

Sequestration may have stopped public tours of the White House, but this weekend the South Lawn was open for visitors during the 2013 White House Garden Tour.

Peek inside the 2013 DC Design House

The 2013 D.C. Design House will be open April 14 – May 12.

Drive back in time at Bengies Drive-In

Drive back in time at The Bengie’s Drive-in Theater in Baltimore.

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