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HYATT REGENCY WASHINGTON ON CAPITOL HILL Mix 107.3 FM New Year's Eve Celebration, featuring the Jack Diamond Band with Jim Steed and Lisa Anne, a DJ ('80s), stand-up comedy and psychic readings. $475 per couple, includes a four-course dinner, open bar and overnight accommodations. Semiformal attire. 400 New Jersey Ave. NW; 202-719-8510. http:/
HYATT REGENCY CRYSTAL CITY Positive Black Men Coalition New Year's Eve Gala with Chuck Brown (the Godfather of Go-Go) with special guest Jas Funk, Familiar Faces (go-go, R&B) and DJ Storm (hip-hop, R&B) in three ballrooms. Live broadcast on 95.5 FM (WPGC). $50; $80 VIP tickets add a soul food buffet. Proper attire required. 2799 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Arlington; 301-809-6094. http:/
JURY'S WASHINGTON"James Bond: 007 License to Thrill" Around the World Gala with various internationally themed rooms, all with food, cocktails and a (sometimes tenuous) James Bond theme, including mock gambling at a "Madagascar" casino; a Caribbean-themed room with reggae, calypso, zouk and other tropical rhythms; an Icelandic martini bar; Bollywood dance performances and a DJ in an Indian-flavored ballroom; swing and oldies from the Night and Day Orchestra; unlimited vodka and champagne in "Russia"; magicians and artists in "New York"; and pints in an Irish pub. Sponsored by Euronet International. $149, open bar, buffet stations. $225 VIP tickets add a four-course dinner, upgraded open bar and a VIP lounge. $500 Presidential Ticket adds access to an even more exclusive penthouse lounge and midnight crepes station. Black tie optional. 1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW; 301-509-1218. http:/
LA MAISON FRANCAISE This French-themed party at the French Embassy's La Maison Francaise is a little over-the-top, but at least you can say you spent New Year's Eve on French soil without the cost of flying to Paris. It includes a French buffet; an open bar with European beers and wines; unlimited champagne; wine and chocolate tastings; mini French lessons; ballroom dancing to a live orchestra (with dance lessons); screenings of French movies; a DJ playing Top 40, retro, world and swing music; stand-up comedy from XM Radio's Will Marfori; street performers (mimes, jugglers, etc.) and more. Black tie optional. $155. Parking available for early arrivals, and hotel discounts for the (relatively) nearby Hilton Washington Embassy Row. 4101 Reservoir Rd. NW; 202-686-5990. http:/
L'ENFANT PLAZA HOTEL Inner Caucus New Year's Eve Gala. DJs (hip-hop, R&B, reggae, old-school soul) and live jazz in five ballrooms and lounges. Sponsored by Inner Caucus and WHUR (96.3 FM). $60 before Christmas ($65 after, $70 at the door), includes hors d'oeuvres buffet, half-bottle of champagne, champagne toast, party favors. Black tie optional. 480 L'Enfant Plaza SW; 202-466-1646. http:/
SHERATON ANNAPOLIS D.C. Hand Dance Club's New Year's Eve Dance Party with DJ Tommy D (oldies, blues, R&B). $65, buffet dinner, open bar. 173 Jennifer Rd., Annapolis; 410-672-2729. http:/
WARDMAN PARK MARRIOTT"An International City Celebration of Many Nations," with nine internationally themed ballrooms and bars with entertainment, buffets and premium open bars. (Think DJs in a "New York nightclub," swing dancing with the Tom Cunningham Orchestra in "1920s Chicago"; gambling in "Las Vegas"; waltzing to a live string orchestra in "Vienna"; a salsa band in "1950s Havana"; karaoke in "Tokyo"; live reggae from the Oasis band in "Montego Bay." Sponsored by Things to Do D.C. and the International Club of D.C. $165; $250 VIP option adds early admission, a three-course dinner and access to balcony seating. Black tie optional. 2660 Woodley Rd. NW; 301-519-8030. http:/
WASHINGTON PLAZA HOTEL New Year's Eve Gala hosted by Professionals in the City. One ballroom focuses on '80s music, complete with a Madonna impersonator, while another plays Top 40 and club hits. A "Reality Check" room offers speed dating, motivational speakers and fortune tellers. $139, includes open bar from 8 to 2; dinner buffet and bagel breakfast; salsa dance lessons; and comic Will Marfori. 10 Thomas Cir. NW; 202-686-5990. http:/
WYNDHAM WASHINGTON Big Night D.C. with Gonzo's Nose (alternative and '80s rock covers), JunkFood, Doug Segree and Scott's New Band (alternative rock). Eight themed areas, including dancing to DJs Rene (club hits) and Kwest (retro); mock casino gaming; and karaoke. $149.99, open bar, dinner buffet, hors d'oeuvres. Creative black tie optional. 1400 M St. NW; 877-772-5425. http:/
Live Music
BIRCHMERE The Seldom Scene, Good Deale Bluegrass Band featuring Mike Auldridge and Old School Freight Train (bluegrass). $39.50. 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; 703-549-7500. http:/
BLACK CAT Peaches O'Dell and Her Orchestra (big-band swing) and Tony Anthony & His Malvivants (lounge, retro jazz) on the main stage; DJs spinning everything from retro to electro on the backstage. $20. 18 and older. 1811 14th St. NW; 202-667-7960. http:/
BLUES ALLEY Ahmad Jamal Trio and the Keter Betts Memorial Band (jazz). $100 ticket for the 6:30 p.m. show includes dinner and nonalcoholic drinks. $150 ticket for the 10 p.m. show includes dinner, nonalcoholic drinks and unlimited glasses of champagne. 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW; 202-337-4141. http:/
