The SCHC Member Engagement Committee has assembled dinners and activities for each night of the conference.  Please click on the links below to RSVP:

September 20, 2025

DINNER:

  • Restaurant: Umaya, 733 10th St., NW, Washington, D.C.
  • Time: 5:15 p.m. (meet at SCHC registration desk)
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: Umaya brings together Eastern and Western concepts — providing the serenity and simplicity of a Western-style beer garden melded with traditional Asian plates and dining experience. Umaya DC specializes in the ever-popular Japanese ‘street food’; with seasoned chefs putting their own twists on time-honored dishes. Classic dishes such as sushi and ramen grace the menu, along with authentic Izakaya masterpieces. From the refreshing décor to the Asian comfort food and scent of the Izakaya grill, Umaya will delight your senses.
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LXL2MD6

ACTIVITY:

  • Location: The Escape Room, 950 F Street NW, Suite 106, Washington, DC 20004
  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Max Capacity: 16 people (8 people per escape room)
  • Overview: Your team will be locked in a room. You’ll have 60 minutes to find clues, solve everything, and get out. At The Escape Game, you’re not just solving puzzles - you’re stepping into an experience where every detail pulls you deeper into the story. From decoding ciphers to discovering hidden rooms, each puzzle is integrated into the environment and is part of a bigger picture.
  • Cost: Approximately $40 per person (must pay in advance)
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LFKZ7CY

September 21, 2025

DINNER: 

  • Location: Boqueria Penn Quarter, 777 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
  • Time: 5:15 p.m. (meet at the SCHC registration desk)
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: An authentic and stylish tapas experience. Share classic Spanish tapas like jamón iberico, tortilla, croquetas or paella and enjoy with your favorite wine, cocktails, and sangría!
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LMYZWY6

 ACTIVITY:

  • Location: Museum of Illusions, 927 H Street, NW, Washington DC
  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: Enter the fascinating world of illusions where nothing is ever quite as it seems. Visit us at Museum of Illusions Washington DC and experience the unbelievable!
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7Q883JN

September 22, 2025

DINNER OPTION 1: 

  • Location: Carmine’s Washington D.C., 425 7th Street NW, Washington D.C.
  • Time:7:00 p.m. 
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine.
  • RSVP Link: SOLD OUT

DINNER OPTION 2:

  • Restaurant: Umaya, 733 10th St., NW, Washington, D.C.
  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: Umaya brings together Eastern and Western concepts — providing the serenity and simplicity of a Western-style beer garden melded with traditional Asian plates and dining experience. Umaya DC specializes in the ever-popular Japanese ‘street food’; with seasoned chefs putting their own twists on time-honored dishes. Classic dishes such as sushi and ramen grace the menu, along with authentic Izakaya masterpieces. From the refreshing décor to the Asian comfort food and scent of the Izakaya grill, Umaya will delight your senses.
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZVHVTHN

ACTIVITY:

  • Location: Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and G Streets, NW, Washington, DC 20004
  • Time: 5:30 p.m. (meet at SCHC registration desk)
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: SAAM is located at the heart of a vibrant downtown cultural district and presents American art from the colonial period to present.
  • Cost: No Charge
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LXHFPHT

September 23, 2025

SPECIAL EVENING RECEPTION

  • Location: Grand Hyatt Washington, Constitution Level (3B)
  • Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Overview: Network at the Reception and visit the Exhibitors/Sponsor and Posters  Attendees will have the opportunity to fill their exhibitor "passport" to win a prize.  Light food and two drink tickets per person will be provided.

ACTIVITY: 

  • Location: Puttery, 800 F St NW., Washington, DC. 20004
  • Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: 9-hole mini golf courses, upscale bites, and a new spin on the classic game of mini golf.
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7W9BM99

September 24, 2025

DINNER OPTION 1: 

  • Location: Old Ebbitt, 675 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
  • Time: 6:15 p.m. (meet at SCHC registration desk)
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops.
  • RSVP Link: SOLD OUT

DINNER OPTION 2: 

  • Location: astro BEER hall, 1306 G. Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
  • Time: 6:15 p.m. (meet at SCHC registration desk)
  • Max Capacity: 20 people
  • Overview: astro BEER hall is one of the best bar concepts in D.C. with its "Space Race" theme, great drinks, great food, sports, and games.
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZVXTKH6

ACTIVITY:

  • Location: Ghost City Tours
  • Time: 8:00 p.m.
  • Overview: Ghost City Tours, doesn’t just tell ghost stories — they tell the stories that shaped the cities themselves. The tours are immersive cultural experiences, revealing the beliefs, traditions, tragedies, and triumphs that define each location.
  • Cost: Approximately $25 per person (plus tip)
  • RSVP Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7QPPVQ9