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Fairfax Democrats to Hold 'Blue Jeans Ball' to Celebrate McAuliffe Inauguration
Tickets are $75.
By Mary Ann Barton
Fairfax County Democrats will hold a casual gathering next month to celebrate the inauguration of Terry McAuliffe as governor of Virginia.
McAuliffe won the governor's race Nov. 6 with 48 percent of the vote, besting Republican Ken Cuccinelli's 45.5 percent. Libertarian Robert Sarvis took 6.6 percent of the vote.
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The fundraising gala for McAuliffe is dubbed the Blue Jeans Inaugural Ball. It's scheduled for 8 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, at the Richard J. Ernst Community Cultural Center, 8333 Little River Turnpike in Annandale.
Attendees are encouraged to incorporate denim into their attire, according to Fairfax County Democrats:
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"Guests are welcome to wear any of the following: Blue jeans with a fancy top (such as tuxedo shirt and jacket), fancy attire that incorporates denim anywhere, a "denim and diamonds" theme, or simply dress up in full ballroom attire."
Individual tickets are $75 and include admission plus two drinks. The gala features food, drink, live music and "special guests."
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