How cool are the Obamas? The first couple, Barack and Michelle, hosted the first ever White House Poetry Jam last night. Th First Lady, who is a fan of poetry and said she had been waiting for this event from day one, attended the laid back affair wearing cropped white slacks, an asymmetrical top by Basso & Brooke, and her signature kitten keels. Performers included actor James Earl Jones, Chicogo poet Mayda del Valle, bassist Esperanza Spalding, and many more. The event was attended by over 200 friends and special guests of the first family and will be broadcast later on HBO.
Check out photos from the event below.
A puppy isn’t the only thing first children Sasha and Malia are getting to ease their transition to White House life. A well-equipped playground set appeared outside the Oval Office Wednesday, complete with swings, slides, rope ladders, climbing slopes, clubhouse and crawl spaces. The playground set was designed by Rainbow Play Systems. The positioning of the set, right outside the Oval Office, was chosen so that President Obama could easily keep an eye on the girls while working.
