Washington, D.C. - October 26, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Don’t be scared: You have plenty to do this weekend.

SEE
Me, You & Those Other Folks
What: Exhibit of first-, second-, and third-person portraits by A.B. Miner, Ian Jehle, and Nekisha Durrett.
Why: Seems like everyone else is going.
When: Opening reception, Fri., 5-7 p.m. Tues.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Thru Nov. 22.
Where: The Gallery at Flashpoint, 916 G St. NW, b/t 9th & 10th Sts. (202-315-1305).

Corteo
What: Cirque du Soleil pitches a tent at the site of the old convention center.
Why: Acrobats are much more interesting than conventioneers.
When: Tues.-Thurs., 8 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 4 & 8 p.m.; Sun., 1 & 5 p.m. Thru Nov. 26.
Where: H & 9th Sts. NW. Tickets online at cirquedusoleil.com.

DO
Halloween Hair Off
What: Oggi offers free haircuts to anyone willing to donate their ponytail to Locks of Love.
Why: A hair-raising experience.
When: Fri., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 404 8th St. SE, b/t D & E Sts. (202-543-4612).

The Great American Masquerade
What: Black-tie costume ball benefits the launch of the nonprofit Great American Condom Campaign.
Why: You’re a safety girl.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 2507 Massachusetts Ave. NW, b/t California St. & Belmont Rd. Tickets online at services.myngp.com.

EAT
Pumpkin Tasting Menu
What: Urbana’s six-course feast includes sardine and pumpkin confit and scallop ceviche with roasted pumpkin.
Why: Trick or treat? You decide.
When: Sun.-Thurs., 5-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 5-11 p.m.
Where: 2121 P St. NW, b/t 21st & 22nd Sts. (202-956-6650).

BUY
Bailey Coloring Party
What: Lauren Bailey debuts her customized bags; you choose the color.
Why: Perfect for holding Halloween loot.
When: Sat., 5:30-9 p.m.
Where: Mie N Yu, 3125 M St. NW, b/t Wisconsin Ave. & 31st St. (202-333-6122).