The yellow and blue colors of the Ukrainian flag have a special meaning: The yellow signifies a wheat field under a blue sky.




August 7th, 2007

Carter Andress, Z Vodka Founder, publishes book about Iraq!

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Z Vodka now offered by Total Wine superstores in Maryland, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, North Carolina, and South Carolina . . . with more states out West coming on all the time!

November 17th, 2005

DC's hottest new bar The Uptown Tavern and Z Vodka present an evening of the area's hottest 5-piece swing band The Joker's Wild.

FREE ADMISSSION!!!!

Thursday, November 17, 2005 (7 PM - BAND STARTS AT 9PM SHARP)

EVENT WEBSITE: http://zvodka.com/events/z_party.html

The Joker's Wild are booked heavily throughout the year and boast an incredible repertoire of music. With original alcohol-influenced tunes like "What's Your Drink?" and a whole catalog of Rat Pack numbers, The Joker's Wild are the perfect compliment to any refreshing Z Vodka cocktail. The Uptown Tavern is located across the street from the beautiful and historic Uptown Theatre in Cleveland Park. The owners of this brand new bar are restaurant industry legends who continue to run the best spots in Baltimore, Annapolis, and of course, Washington, DC. Don't forget to try one of our deliciously smooth Z Vodka signature martinis, chat with the lovely Z girls, and listen to the sounds of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Louie Prima, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole, and Tony Bennett....

Forward this to your friends so they can get in on the best party in town, no charge, just show up with proper ID and you're in!

Uptown Tavern 3433 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20008 202-244-7061

Need directions?

Easy Metro access only 1/2 a block away: Cleveland Park Metro (Red Line)



National Distributing Company rolls out in the Nation's Capital, January 2003!

Stawski Distributing (Chicago-based with Sales in Thirty States)
Central Liquors, Washington, DC


The Ukrainian Weekly attests: "Zhitomirska Jubilee (Z Vodka) is the first Ukrainian vodka ever imported into the United States"

New Pictures From Tavern On The Green!!





July 24th, 2005

THE INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY of WASHINGTON, DC (Friendship 2005)

Invite you &your friends to one of the best parties in Washington, D.C. Last summer's was the best ever!

SUMMER POOL PARTY & INTERNATIONAL BARBEQUE PARTY

SUNDAY, JULY 24th (come whether it is raining or the sun is shining, as there is a heated pool, and hot tub/jacuzzi, deck patio) (3:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.) at a beautiful private residence in Upper Northwest 4323 Hawthorne St., NW, Washington, DC 20016

(Our special host Brad has offered to use his beautiful private residence for this special pool party. It is located in the little secret circle but park on Hawthorne St. NW) For Directions type in www.mapquest.com and press driving directions. (Located south of American University from Nebraska Ave. on New Mexico Ave. NW next to Sutton Place Gourmet - Hawthorne St. is between Garfield St. and Cathedral Ave. NW or take Calvert St. left off Wisconsin Ave. going north, past the backside of the Russian Embassy and around to New Mexico Ave.)

Party Entrance will to be to the right of the house toward the pool, deck &patio.

FEATURING AN OPEN BAR which will focus on Zhitomirska Vodka(ZVodka) and how it mixes well with vodka creations, creating wonderful martinis. Carribean rum and more, wine and foreign beer!

Zhitomirska Vodka (ZVodka) is our Sponsor for the event!

* We will have an INTERNATIONAL BARBEQUE (with grilled chicken, salmon, and shashlik) and also hors d'oeurves with RUSSIAN CAVIAR, as well as other interesting dips and treats from Russia and Ukraine.

Entrance Donation: $15 for Women, $20 men, Couples $25 ?'s call 202-986-3024 or e-mail friendsocietydc@aol.com Please try to RSVP friendsocietydc@aol.com, but no RSVP necessary Dress code: Summery-side, casual or elegant don't forget to bring your bikini/swimsuit

What better way to spend a Sunday than to participate our International Barbeque and Pool Party, whether in the pool, on the patio taking to friends, or on the deck or relaxing in the jacuzzi. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the summer in the best way possible.

THE FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY of Washington, D.C. brings together area professionals and those interested in meeting new friends, sharing each other's ideas on culture, travel, and business. Listen to interesting music and enjoy each other's company. People that attend our events come from all over Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland: they work in Congress, the World Bank, the government, the IMF, non-profits, associations, businesses, corporations, they go to the university etc. So it makes for a good opportunity to network and enjoy each other's company. If you have not attended our events, please come, bring a friend and celebrate.

May 7th, 2005

Celebrate May at the Pegasus! the last party was great.

The Friendship Society of Washington, DC

Invite you and your friends to the coolest party in town:

MAY DANCE PARTY and Social!

This SATURDAY, May 7 at PEGASUS

(Party starts from at 9:00 p.m. - until closing) please join us for a great evening to celebrate and have some fun!

PEGASUS's 1337 Connecticut Ave NW (one block south of Dupont Circle, street parking/parking garage on N St., Dupont Circle Metro or Farragut North) WHEN YOU ENTER THE BUILDING take the ELEVATOR up to the 2nd Floor.

Pegasus was the magical flying horse in Greek mythology. There is plenty of ZVODKA Vodka and you can drink one of the best Russian beer on the market - Baltika beers. Balitka will be on special from 9:00 p.m. until midnite. This party brings new friends together, who share each other's ideas on culture, travel, and business.

Listen to interesting music and enjoy each other's company in the Pegasus' New Night Club and Lounge. If you have not attended our events, please come, bring a friend and celebrate. We will feature one of the best DJ's in town, DJ Vinnie, Uncle of Winnie the Pooh and there will be a lot of dancing! DJ Vinnie will be serving up a variety of dance music and will take your requests. And enjoy a new lighting system.

If you have not been to Pegasus is a great nightclub plus there is a VIP room to socialize! Our events always bring an international crowd, as well as Americans interested in international activities, a great time to network and make new friends.

Entrance: $10 per person, Ladies $5 until 11:00 p.m. couples welcome (Party starts from at 9:00 p.m. - until closing) questions - friendsocietydc@aol.com Dress code: Nice, casual, May-day or whatever.

July 25th, 2004

THE INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY of WASHINGTON, DC (Friendship 2004)

Invite you & your friends to one of the best parties in Washington, D.C.

SUMMER POOL PARTY & INTERNATIONAL BARBEQUE PARTY

SUNDAY, JULY 25th (come whether it is raining or the sun is shining, as there is a heated pool, and hot tub/jacuzzi, deck patio) (3:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.)

at a beautiful private residence in Upper Northwest 4323 Hawthorne St., NW, Washington, DC 20016

(Our special host Brad has offered to use his beautiful private residence for this special pool party. It is located in the little secret circle but park on Hawthorne St. NW) For Directions type in www.mapquest.com and press driving directions. (Located south of American University from Nebraska Ave. on New Mexico Ave. NW next to Sutton Place Gourmet - Hawthorne St. is between Garfield St. and Cathedral Ave. NW or take Calvert St. left off Wisconsin Ave. going north, past the backside of the Russian Embassy and around to New Mexico Ave.)

Party Entrance will to be to the right of the house toward the pool, deck & patio.

FEATURING AN OPEN BAR which will focus on Zhitomirska Vodka(ZVodka) and how it mixes well with vodka creations, creating wonderful martinis. Bahama rum and more, Daquiris, wine and beer!

Zhitomirska Vodka (ZVodka) is our Sponsor for the event!

* We will have an INTERNATIONAL BARBEQUE (with grilled chicken, salmon, and shashlik) and also hors d'oeurves with RUSSIAN CAVIAR, as well as other interesting dips and treats from Russia and Ukraine.

Entrance Donation: $15 for Women, $20 men, Couples $25 ?'s call 202-966-8651 or e-mail friendsocietydc@aol.com Please try to RSVP friendsocietydc@aol.com if you plan on coming. Dress code: Summery-side, casual or elegant don't forget to bring your bikini/swimsuit

What better way to spend a Sunday than to participate our International Barbeque and Pool Party, whether in the pool, on the patio taking to friends, or on the deck or relaxing in the jacuzzi. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the summer in the best way possible.

THE FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY brings together area professionals and those interested in meeting new friends, sharing each other's ideas on culture, travel, and business. Listen to interesting music and enjoy each other's company. People that attend our events come from all over Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland: they work in Congress, the World Bank, the government, the IMF, non-profits, corporations, they go to the university etc. So it makes for a good opportunity to network and enjoy each other's company. If you have not attended our events, please come, bring a friend and celebrate. If you wish to bring a check for the donation, write make it payable to the Eurasia Center and remember, it is tax-deductible. Otherwise we can provide you with a receipt for your cash entrance free.

Your donation at this event will help support The Eurasia Center's Nine New Programs in Global Idealism which is a 501(c)(3) federally recognized non-profit. It will help our Art Foundation plan a season of art exhibitions and events at area Embassies and exclusive clubs in the Washington, D.C. area. These will be interesting events that will bring artists and performers from the different countries in the Americas and Eurasia(Europe and Asia)to display their art and create an atmosphere of beauty and creativity. It will also go to support the Center's Eurasian Humanitarian Program. Please visit the new Eurasia Center website at www.eurasiacenter.org

December 11th, 2004

The Friendship Society of Washington, D.C. invite you and your friends...to our Secret Underground

"CHRISTMAS Holiday Dance Party" Saturday, December 11th

The PARTHENON RESTAURANT 5510 Conn. Ave., NW, Washington, DC - from 8:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. Party in the lower level(party room) of the restaurant

(3 blocks south of Chevy Chase Circle at Conn. Ave &Livingston St, plenty of street parking, a short cab or bus ride from Cleveland Park or Friendship Heights Metro)

The FRIENDSHIP SOCIETYwill recreate the underground atmosphere of the dance spots of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union...in Sofia,

Prague, Budapest, Cracow, Moscow, and St. Petersburg, each evoked a certain aurora and intrigue - islands of freedom, fun, and escapism.

FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY of Washington, DC: This is a very special event, which brings together area professionals from Congress, the IMF, the World Bank, area non-profits and corporations and those interested in meeting new friends, networking, sharing each other's ideas on culture, travel, and business. Listen to interesting music and enjoy each other's company. Come by yourself, meet new friends, or bring your significant other and enjoy this magic atmosphere. If you have not attended our party, please come, tell a friend - "spread the word", and have a great time.

Sponsored by ZVODKA (ZHITOMIRSKA Vodka)

The Parthenon Restaurant has been nice enough to host our party in the downstairs Party Room (beautifully decorated lower level-Underground of its Greek Restaurant) Have you see the movie ALEXANDER? There will be an abbreviated Greek Menu for those wishing to sample the Parthenon's delicious menu. Our DJ will be serving up all sorts of music... Salsa, pop, techno, disco, foreign (Russian) &familiar... Even if you don't dance, come and meet new friends. Couples are encouraged to attend.

Entrance Donation: $10 men, women $5, Couples $15, members $5 Special ~ women free before 10:00 p.m. ?'s email: friendsocietydc@aol.com Dress code: dress cool, casual, be creative NO RSVP Necessary

Proceeds to Help The Eurasia Center's Humanitarian Program, RUSSIAN ORPHANS IN ZALININGRAD...If you can, please bring a very small toy for the children. Our representative, Bob Hoy, is going to Russia this January to visit the orphanages for Russian New Years and deliver your gifts and donations. A box will be located next to the entrance of the party to make your donation. For more information please visit: http://www.eurasiacenter.org/programs/charity.html

September 7th, 2003

you and your friends are invited to THE INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY of WASHINGTON,DC (Friendship 2003)

ENDLESS SUMMER POOL PARTY & INTERNATIONAL BARBEQUE PARTY

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th (rain or shine, as there is a heated pool, and hot tub/jacuzzi) (3:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.)

at a beautiful private residence in Upper Northwest 4323 Hawthorne St., NW, Washington, DC 20016

(Our special host Brad has offered to use his place for this special pool party. It is located in the little secret circle but park on Hawthorne St. NW) For Directions type in www.mapquest.com and press driving directions. (Located south of American University from Nebraska Ave. on New Mexico Ave. NW next to Sutton Place Gourmet - Hawthorne St. is between Garfield St. and Cathedral Ave. NW or take Calvert St. left off Wisconsin Ave. going north, past the backside of the Russian Embassy and around to New Mexico Ave.)

Party Entrance will to be to the right of the house toward the pool, deck &patio.

FEATURING AN OPEN BAR which will focus on Zhitomirska Vodka(ZVodka) and how it mixes well with vodka infusions - strawberry, raspberry and sour apple, creating wonderful martinis. Bahama rum and more, Daquiris, wine and beer!

Zhitomirska Vodka (ZVodka) is our Sponsor for the event! Also Central Liqour (at 9th &F St., NW Gallery Place Metro)

* We will have an INTERNATIONAL BARBEQUE and also hors d'oeurves with RUSSIAN CAVIAR, as well as other interesting dips and treats from Russia and Ukraine.

Your donation at this event will help support The Eurasia Center's Nine New Programs in Global Idealism. It will help our Art Foundation plan a season of art exhibitions and events at area Embassies and exclusive clubs in the Washington, D.C. area. These will be interesting events that will bring artists and performers from the different countries in the Americas and Eurasia(Europe and Asia)to display their art and create an atmosphere of beauty and creativity. It will also go to support the Center's Eurasian Humanitarian Program. Please visit the new Eurasia Center website at www.eurasiacenter.org

Entrance Donation: $15 for Women, $25 men, Couples $35 ?'s call 202-966-8651 or e-mail friendsocietydc@aol.com Please try to RSVP friendsocietydc@aol.com if you plan on coming. Dress code: Summery-side, casual or elegant don't forget to bring your bikini/swimsuit

What better way to spend a Sunday than to participate our International Barbeque and Pool Party, whether in the pool, on the patio, on the deck or relaxing in the jacuzzi.


November 19, 2003

Z Happy Hour at the world-famous Russia House! (1800 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC)

Happy Hour from 6 pm to 9 pm & then Z party continues to rock on.

Meet the Z Girls!!

Please support Z cause and pick up a bottle or a case of Z vodka for the Holidayz from your neighborhood store.

Washington, DC-Baltimore Area Stores*:

Burkas Wine &Liquors 3500 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Cairo Liquors 1618 17th St. NW
Corridor Wine &Spirits 3321 Laurel-Fort Meade Rd. Laurel, MD
Calvert Woodley 4339 Conn. Ave. NW
Cleveland Park Liquors 3423 Conn. Ave, NW
Central Liquors 917 F St. NW
Circle Liquors 5501 Conn. Ave. NW
Harry's Liquors 401 M St. SW
Loading Dock Liquors 2101 Fleet St. Baltimoe,MD
Magruders 5626 Conn. Ave NW
Good Old Reliable Liquors 1618 Rhode Island Ave NE
Paul's Liquors 5205 Wis. Ave. NW
Pearson's Liquors 2436 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Sammy's Liquors 2725 Bladensburg Ave. NE
Schneider's Liquors 300 Mass. Ave. NE
Tenley Wine &Liquors 4525 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Wagner Liquors 1717 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Wagshalls Liquors 4855 Mass. Ave. NW

Other Happening Z Bars in DC:

Adams Mill Bar &Grill 1813 Adams Mill Road NW (Adams Morgan)
Maxim's Russian Bar & Restaurant 1725 F St Nw (by the White House)
Me &You Club 3125 M St NW (Georgetown)
Chevy Chase Lounge 5510 Connecticut Av NW (Chevy Chase Circle, DC)
Yanni's Lounge 3500 Connecticut Ave. NW (Cleveland Park)

Zhitomirska (Je-toe-mir-ska) Jubilee "Z" Vodka from Ukraine


Thursday, July 31st

The International Friendship Society of Washington, D.C. invite you and your friends to our:

KOSMOPOLITAN GRAND OPENING of YANNI's new LOUNGE

THURSDAY, JULY 31st 6:00 p.m. - Midnight

At Yanni’s

(A New Contemporary Bar and Lounge) 3500 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, DC

(Corner of Connecticut Avenue and Ordway in Washington, DC) Right near Cleveland Park Metro (Red Line, parking on Rodman St., Ordway, Macomb, & other side streets)

YANNI's offers a wide selection of Special Drinks and well-known favorites.

Sponsored by Zhitomirska (ZVODKA) from the Ukraine

We have chosen one of the newest, coolest, trendy type places in the ever popular CLEVELAND PARK Neighborhood of Washington, D.C. – Yanni means Johnny in Greek and Yanni the owner is a cultural icon in Cleveland Park, Washington, DC. He said if you can't make it to Greece this summer, come to Yanni’s in Washington, DC.

Thursday, May 3rd

The Eurasia Center & The International Friendship Society of Washington, D.C. invite you and your friends to our:

KOSMOPOLITAN PARTY Happy Hour & Spring Social

THURSDAY, MAY 8th, 2003 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

At DONNA's (A Beautiful Martini Bar, Restaurant,and Lounge) 2033 M St., NW (Corner of 21st and M St., Washington, DC) Several blocks west of Farragut North Metro in St.Gregory's Hotel. (Garage Parking at PMI 20th and M Sts. NW - Parking lots at 22 and M Sts. (Street parking after 6:30 p.m.)

COME AFTER WORK: GREAT HAPPY HOUR PRICES on Drinks from 6-8 p.m. and Donna's bartenders will be mixing special JAMES BOND 007 & Victory Martinis for just $3 all night.

Plus therewill be an interesting inexpensive menu of appetizers made especially for youand your friends. We have chosen one of the best, coolest, and modern places in Washington, D.C. Donna's is located in St. Gregory's Hotel in Washington, DC. Come & enjoy this very special KOSMOPOLITAN PARTY




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