Donna Shor

President of Burkina Faso and African Union Commission leader join festivities.

Mary Ourisman adds Washington flair to the International Red Cross Ball.

Washington Project for the Arts goes to the bank; the Hope Diamond stars in a novel

Meryl Streep promotes women’s history at a local awards ceremony; Princess Michael of Kent’s diplomatic cousin is well served.

Washington Life columnist Donna Shor discusses Branch Rickey’s decision to sign Jackie Robinson for the Brooklyn Dodgers with CNN Senior White House Correspondent Ed Henry.

Meryl Streep bolsters the National Women’s History Museum, Ludy Green promotes second chances for women at risk, and Lynda Webster hosts a “coffee and catch up.”

An exclusive private dinner, a major literacy awards ceremony, and a benefit to fight human trafficking.

Diplomats trek to Palm Beach for the Red Cross Ball; Women’s Museum patrons cruise the Mediterranean