Washington, D.C. - April 05, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Enough with the flowers already. This weekend, it’s your chance to blossom.

HEAR
The Aquarium
What: Local band rocks out accompanied by old film projections, Benjy Ferree, and The Cassettes.
Why: It’s the dawning of the age of aquariums.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.
Where: Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW, at Swann St. (202-667-7960).

EAT
Perrys Happy Hour
What: Just $25 gets you two cocktails and two small plates of fixings like checkerboard tuna and crab cakes.
Why: Come out of your shell.
When: Daily, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: 1811 Columbia Rd. NW, at 18th St. (202-234-6218).

SEE
Left to My Own Devices
What: A solo exhibit of classics-inspired drawings and carvings by Chilean artist Tomás Rivas.
Why: No need for you to go it alone.
When: Thru Apr. 30. Opening reception, Thurs., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tues.-Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 625-27 E St. NW, b/t 6th & 7th Sts. (301-980-9574).

Cherry Blossoms
What: Catch the fluffy flowers before they’re gone.
Why: You’re such a tree hugger.
When: As soon as possible (but best at dawn).
Where: The Tidal Basin, next to the Jefferson Memorial SW.

DO
Beats for Life/Feel Them for Life
What: The third annual dance party with local DJs to raise money for the Avon Foundation and Young Survivors Coalition.
Why: Groove is in your heart.
When: Sat., 10 p.m.-5 a.m.
Where: Five, 1214b 18th St. NW, at Connecticut Ave. (202-331-7123).