Washington, D.C. - June 15, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Father may know best, but you’ll know what to do this weekend.

SEE
Silverdocs
What: Everyone’s fave film festival with documentaries on all things, from art to South Africa to Darkon to roller derby to air guitar.
Why: Jim Jarmusch interviews Scorsese. You do aireoke.
When: Thru Sun.
Where: AFI Silver Theater, 8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring (301-495-6720). Tickets at 877-362-7849.

From the Junkyard to the Front Yard
What: A group exhibition curated by Cynthia Connolly featuring artwork made from junk.
Why: “One person’s trash is another person’s treasure” never made so much sense.
When: Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thru June 24.
Where: Ellipse Art Center, 4350 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington (703-228-7710).

BUY
Third Thursday Shopper Social
What: Shop and socialize at boutiques along 14th and U. Stop by Carbon for 50 percent off Frye and Tsubo, Moojoo Ken for 20 percent off everything, and Meeps for free sunglasses with a $30 purchase.
Why: It’s way more fun than the Social Safeway.
When: Thurs., 5-8 p.m.
Where: See website for details.

Thursday in the Garden
What: Proper Topper hosts a courtyard fete with cool summer drinks, music by collective Federal Reserve, and $10 off any purchase over $100.
Why: Hats off to a backyard bash.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: 3213 P St. NW, at Wisconsin Ave. (202-333-6200).

EAT
Tosca Dine at Dusk Menu
What: Northern Italian restaurant three-course menu is $32 — with 10 percent of sales going to D.C. Central Kitchen.
Why: Everyone loves an early bird special.
When: Mon.-Sat., 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: 1112 F St. NW, b/t 11th & 12th Sts. (202-367-1990).