Washington, D.C. - July 12, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Hot town, summer in the city.

DRINK
By the River
What: Down a cold bottle of prosecco by the Potomac (just don’t tell anyone we said to do it).
Why: Water, water everywhere. Not a drop to drink.
When: Right after work.
Where: See above.

SWIM
Drink and Dip
What: Sip happy hour cocktails on the terrace and get a pass to cool off in the pool.
Why: Make a splash.
When: Thurs., 4-8 p.m.
Where: Omni Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert St. NW, at Connecticut Ave. (202-234-0700).

HEAR
Fort Reno
What: Lounge and listen to Mary Timony, Medications, and The Charm Offensive as part of the free summer concert series.
Why: Don’t miss out.
When: Thurs., 7:15 p.m.
Where: 3950 Chesapeake St. NW, b/t Wisconsin & Nebraska Aves. (703-318-2197).

SHOP
Carbon Sale
What: Lines like Miz Mooz, Tsubo, and Frye are 20-70 percent off.
Why: You’re not afraid to copy.
When: Thru July 17. Mon.-Sat., noon-7:30 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 2643 Connecticut Ave. NW, b/t Woodley Rd. & Calvert St. (202-232-6645).

EAT
Menu della Sera
What: Three full courses of Italian favorites like pasta with lamb ragu for just $24.
Why: That’s amore.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 6-7:30 p.m.; Sun., 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Dino, 3435 Connecticut Ave. NW, at Ordway St. (202-686-2966).