2025 Sulgrave Club
Entertaining
As the holidays are a time of entertaining, we hope you will think of the Sulgrave Club for your hostessing needs. There are still some dates available for our second-floor private party rooms. Additionally, the Boardman Dining Room is an excellent venue for groups of 14 or less. Whether you are celebrating with loved ones or colleagues, we have offerings for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, cocktail hour, or dinner. For private parties of 15 attendees or greater, please contact the Catering and Membership Office (catering@sulgraveclub.org or (202) 462-5804). For more intimate groups of 14 or less, please contact the Dining Room (diningroom@sulgraveclub.org or (202) 462-5800).
DECEMBER DINING ROOM HOURS OF OPERATION
Breakfast Monday-Friday 7:15 to 10:00 a.m.
Lunch Monday - Friday Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Afternoon Tea
Monday - Friday 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Dinner Monday - Saturday 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Please note that the Dining Room will be closed for lunch service on December 2, 3, 9, and 10, and for dinner service on December 6 and 16.
The Club House will be closed from December 24 through December 25 and December 29 through January 1.
We are pleased to share the annual
Holiday Guide
Each page of this booklet features a different Sulgrave Club holiday event and includes instructions on how and when to reserve, as well as important reminders pertaining to dress code, cancellation cut-off dates, and seating style for the corresponding event. The holidays are the Club's most festive time of the year and we are delighted that you choose to celebrate with us at these annual events. As with all Clubhosted events, reservations are taken in the order in which they were received and waiting lists are available for all fully subscribed events. Reserving at the first available opportunity is encouraged. Please do put your name on the waiting list for any event you wish to attend. While space is not guaranteed to become available, the Club is diligent about contacting those on the waiting list when cancellations occur. As the holidays are particularly popular, please remember your fellow member and let the Club know promptly if your plans change and you can no longer use your reservations. We look forward to sharing another year of traditions with you and yours.
THREE WAYS TO RESERVE
Online — Log in to www.sulgraveclub.org. Click on “Club Activities,” and then “Calendar” located on the left. Find the date of the event for which you wish to register and click on the event name. Then, select “REGISTER.” Be sure to adjust the party size and include the names of your guests or other members who will join you and any requests that you may have.
E-mail — RSVP@sulgraveclub.org
Phone — (202) 462-5804
Decorate the Club for the Holidays
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2
10:00 a.m.
Deck the halls at the Sulgrave Club! Kick off the Christmas season with this fun-filled morning of camaraderie and beloved Sulgrave tradition. All are welcome! Come see old friends, meet new members, and stay on for a festive luncheon in the Ballroom, courtesy of the Club.
For questions, contact Christmas Decorating Co-Chairs Jill Howe at JillHowe2000@aol.com or (301) 704-7518 or Cathy Nyce at cathynyce@ gmail.com or (301) 509-6490.
Lunch is complimentary in appreciation of volunteering your time.
Dress Code: Sulgrave Casual, please no denim or athletic attire.
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: While there is no charge for this event, please let us know if your plans change so that we can prepare properly for the day.
Seating: Open seating for lunch.
The Holly and the Ivy Christmas Tea and Bubbles
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3
Seatings at 2:30, 3:00, and 3:30 p.m.
Be among the first to enjoy the magnificent Christmas decorations at our elegant Christmas Tea, a Sulgrave tradition which honors friendship and the spirit of Christmas. Toast the start of the season with champagne and sip a festive holiday cup of tea or two as soft carols play in the background. Sample the Chefs' delectable spread of seasonal delights, savory finger sandwiches, festive pastries, and melt-in-your mouth sweets. Wreaths adorned with holly and the soft scent of pine will create a magical atmosphere and a lovely opportunity to introduce friends to the Club and to come together with friends and family. Many thanks to the Special Events Committee for hosting this elegant event.
$55.00 per person
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private table for your party size. Club tables are not planned for this event.
Holidays in Bloom
Lecture and
Floral
Arrangement Workshop with Celebrated Floral Designer Laura Dowling
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5
9:30 a.m. to Noon
Whether you prefer holly or ivy, get some holiday inspiration from one of America's premier floral designers, Laura Dowling. Ms. Dowling will discuss her new book, Designing Christmas , and guide us through her creative process as we use festive holiday flowers and greenery to make our own arrangements. Having served as the White House's Chief Floral Designer from 2009-2015, Ms. Dowling will share her knowledge, experience, and talent creating a lush and lively floral creation like those that graced the White House state rooms, Camp David, and the Presidential private residence. She is known for her imaginative, cutting-edge décor and floral design. In Designing Christmas , Ms. Dowling invites us to enter her world of unique beauty with innovative ideas and practical strategies to create gorgeous floral splendor at home. Designing Christmas will be available for purchase.
$200.00 per person, including a floral arrangement to take home
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 28, are subject to charge.
Seating: Open seating at classroom style tables.
Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
PICK-UP: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4
10:00 a.m . to Noon
IN PERSON EVENT: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
'Twas the night before Brunch with Santa, and all through the Club House, children will be running with icing to douse! Please join the Younger Members at this time-honored tradition of the annual Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop. The Club will supply gingerbread house kits complete with icing and plenty of treats for you and your family to create the sweetest of candy creations. Holiday lunch will be served. Back by popular demand, kits will also be available to pick up and decorate in the comfort of your own home.
$90.00 per gingerbread house kit | $30.00 per apron, red with Sulgrave logo
$40.00 per person for refreshments, for in-person event only
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code. Children's attire should be clean, neat, and commensurate with the formality of the Club's Dress Code. Dresses, skirts, or pants with a tailored shirt for girls and slacks and buttonowns for boys will always work. Adolescents should follow the Club's Dress Code for members and guests. PLEASE: no hoodies, halter tops, tennis shoes, or equally casual articles of clothing.
Reservations open: 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 5, only by voicemail message or phone call to (202) 462-5800.
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 28, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private tables are available for groups of 8 to 12. Parties of smaller size may be seated at Club tables.
Brunch with Santa
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7
Seatings at 11:00 a.m. and Noon
Ho, ho, ho! He has been watching all year and now he wants to see you in person! Santa Claus is coming to his favorite place for some final checks of his list before packing his sleigh. The Younger Members Committee invites you and your family to our annual Brunch with Santa. Children can visit with jolly Old Saint Nick and take home a photo, and the entire family can enjoy a delicious spread of food and drink in the decked-out Club House.
$95.00 per adult | $45.00 per child under 12
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code. Children's attire should be clean, neat, and commensurate with the formality of the Club's Dress Code. Dresses, skirts, or pants with a tailored shirt for girls and slacks and button-downs for boys will always work. Jackets for boys eight years old and up. Adolescents should follow the Club's Dress Code for members and guests. PLEASE: no hoodies, halter tops, tennis shoes, or equally casual articles of clothing.
Reservations open: 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12, o nly by voicemail message or phone call to (202) 462-5800.
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 28, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private table for your party size. Club tables are not planned for this event.
Christmas Cookie Decorating Workshop
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Gumdrops as roses, members are smitten, Bright colored icing, cookies shaped like mittens. Chef's perfection tied up with a string— Sulgrave holidays are my favorite thing!
Enjoy dinner, sweets, and savory treats at the annual Younger Members' Christmas Cookie Decorating Workshop led by the Sulgrave's talented Pastry Chef Josh Short. Cookie tins will be provided.
$80.00 per person, including dinner buffet
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 1, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private tables are available for groups of 8 to 12. Parties of smaller size may be seated at Club tables.
It's Christmas Time in the City! Chef's Christmas Buffet Luncheons
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9
AND WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10
S eatings at Noon and 12:30 p.m.
City sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style. Step inside our sparkling club with friends and family for a delightful midday meal and take a pause from all the hustle and bustle of the season. Allow Chefs Tim and Josh to spoil you and yours with a thoughtfully curated buffet of seasonal flavors. Celebrate the season by gathering friends among twinkling lights, garlands of evergreens, and touches of gold and rose gold. Enjoy laughter and conversation and the shared joy of the season. The Luncheons will be held on two consecutive days to accommodate the very high demand. Club tables will be available both days. Many thanks to the Special Events Committee for hosting this delightful event.
$75.00 per person, including apéritifs
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2 and Wednesday, December 3, respectively, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private tables are available for groups of 8 to 12. Parties of smaller size may be seated at Club tables.
Nutcracker Brunch
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14
Seatings at 11:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Inspired by Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker ballet, this festive gathering will transport you to a world of holiday enchantment. Enjoy elegant décor reminiscent of the Land of Sweets, delightful music from the iconic ballet, and a lavish buffet featuring both sweet and savory brunch favorites, seasonal treats, and signature holiday beverages.
$90.00 per person, including apéritifs | $40.00 per child under 12 years
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code. Children's attire should be clean, neat, and commensurate with the formality of the Club's Dress Code. Dresses, skirts, or pants with a tailored shirt for girls and slacks and button-downs for boys will always work. Jackets for boys eight years old and up. Adolescents should follow the Club's Dress Code for members and guests. PLEASE: no hoodies, halter tops, tennis shoes, or equally casual articles of clothing.
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 5, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private table for your party size. Club tables are not planned for this event.
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Christmas Candlelight Dinner
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16
Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. and Dinner at 7:00 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season at the annual Christmas Candlelight Dinner, a beloved Sulgrave Club tradition. Marvel at the Club's transformation into a glittering winter wonderland, enjoy a festive cocktail hour followed by a sumptuous dinner and traditional caroling. Walk out with a song on your lips and Christmas in your heart! Remember, this is a call-in event and always fully subscribed—be sure to mark your calendars with the reservations callin date below.
This event is sponsored by the Special Events Committee and event cochairs Heidi Hatfield, Andrea Hatfield, and Anne Hatfield Weir.
$125.00 per person
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code
Reservations open: 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, o nly by voicemail message or phone call to (202) 462-5800.
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9, are subject to charge.
Seating: Parties of less than 10 will be seated at Club tables. As this event is extremely popular, a member may make reservations for a spouse or a guest and two additional non-member guests. If making reservations for a Dutch treat table, please provide the names of the other members at the table. After Monday, December 1, if space is available, members may make reservations for additional guests .
Cocktails and Christmas Cheer
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18
6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
' Tis the season to mix and mingle, Christmas bells soon will jingle. Please join the Younger Members Committee to celebrate the warmth of the season with an evening filled with holiday cocktails, good friends, and merriment.
$95.00 per person
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, are subject to charge.
Seating: Cocktail-style seating. No formally set tables.
RESERVE HERE
Home for the Holidays Family Christmas Brunch
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21
Seatings at 11:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Gather your family for a holiday homecoming brunch like no other. The halls are decked. The trees are lit. The music is festive. The tables are set. A fabulous Christmas feast is prepared, and your loved ones are together to enjoy it.
$90.00 per person, including apéritifs | $40.00 per child under 12 years
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code. Children's attire should be clean, neat, and commensurate with the formality of the Club's Dress Code. Dresses, skirts, or pants with a tailored shirt for girls and slacks and buttondowns for boys will always work. Jackets for boys eight years old and up. Adolescents should follow the Club's Dress Code for members and guests. PLEASE: no hoodies, halter tops, tennis shoes, or equally casual articles of clothing. Cheers to the Special Events Committee for hosting this cherished event.
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 12, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private table for your party size. Club tables are not planned for this event.
The Eve of Christmas Eve Dinner
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23
Cocktails at 6:30 and Dinner at 7 : 15 p.m.
The partridge is tucked into the pear tree and the yule log is blazing. Begin your Christmas at the Sulgrave Club's final event of the year. Enjoy a delicious four- course festive feast with the special people in your life.
$150.00 per person, including cocktails and wine pairings
Dress Code: Sulgrave Club Dress Code
Reservations open: Tuesday, November 4
How to reserve: Online, e-mail, or phone
Cancellation: Reservations canceled after 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 15, are subject to charge.
Seating: Private table for your party size. Club tables are not planned for this event.
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