"Art at the Bear" — Big Bear Café, that is . .

Now at TWO Bloomingdale addresses!

Big Bear Cafe + 87 Florida. . . so much going on we needed more space!

An Art Show and Sale Featuring

  • Beautiful artwork from local artists/artisans
  • Galleries and Private Collections

Sure, there's the art space inTruxton Circle and Eckington, but did you know Bloomingdale had an art gallery?

Technically, not . . .but there is an "Urban Art Space with a Mission"

87 Florida

Check out the North Capitol Main Street Event this weekend -- now at two really cool locations!

Saturday evening, May 10, 2008
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Big Bear Café
1700 1st. Street NW @ the corner of R and 1st
RSVP: 202-667-5077 (to get accurate count for food)
Donation: $20

Bring your donation in cash to the event or click the Donate button to contribute your donation using PayPal.

A Special Invitation:
You are cordially invited to come out to cast your eyes on this spectacular artwork, mingle with neighbors, enjoy delicious food & wine, take a chance on great raffle prizes and more...without the long drive home!

Proceeds to benefit small business development in neighborhoods surrounding North Capitol St.

Great Raffles!

  • 37-40" Flat Panel HDTV Raffle
  • Mother's Day Brunch Raffle
  • Gift Certificates...
  • And more...
    • (Raffle Tickets $5 - click the Buy Now button below to purchase using PayPal)

Yes, the venue is a little smaller, but the fun is as big as ever . . .
Come celebrate with neighbors, bid on or buy beautiful artwork donated/ consigned from DC-area Galleries, local artists or private collections; take a chance on great raffle items, enjoy great food, good wine and have a fun-filled night out in the community without the drive home . . .
All for the price of just $20 bucks!

Corporate Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

  • Miller Development
  • PEPCO
  • Columbia Enterprises

Gold Sponsors

  • EYA, LLC
  • Abdo Development

Silver Sponsors

  • Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLC
  • LeDroit Park Development Company, LLC
  • Holland + Knight
  • AM+G Marketing Communications
  • R3-I3, Real Estate & Investments