Valentine’s Day:Fireside, Wine, Chocolate and Roses Cruise on the Potomac!

February 4, 2007 Vino

Valentine’s Day:Fireside, Wine, Chocolate and Roses Cruise on the Potomac!
Wed Feb 14th, 2007, Washington Hepburn had Tracy, George had Gracie… Singles, couples and everyone in between is welcome to launch their Valentine’s Day with your friends at the Washington Wine Academy while enjoying a cozy evening cruise along the Potomac.

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