Washington, D.C. - March 26, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You’re champers at the bit.

BEHOLD
Champagne Chairs
What: Crafty carpenters used foil, cork, and labels to craft these minichairs from bubbly bottles.
Why: Add some Veuve and vigor.
When: Fri., 7-9 p.m.
Where: Design Within Reach, 1838 Columbia Rd. NW, b/t Biltmore St. & Mintwood Pl. (202-265-5640).

WATCH
Ion
What: Attendees ages 35 and under snag $10 tickets with a post-show cocktail party.
Why: There’s a positive charge in the air.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St. NW, at 6th St. NW (202-547-1122).

SHOP
Tossed & Found Sale
What: Arrive early to sort through thousands of preloved clothes and housewares, courtesy of the Junior League of Washington.
Why: Proceeds benefit the group’s grants and community projects.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Crystal City Shops, 2100 Crystal Dr., Arlington (202-337-2001 ext. 18).

STRETCH
Blossoms by Bike Tour
What: Gear up for the big bloom with a flowery ride from the Tidal Basin to Haines Point.
Why: ’Tis the season for petal pushers.
When: Thru Apr. 12. Sat. & Sun., 9:30-11:30 a.m., noon-2 p.m. & 3-5 p.m.
Where: Meet at Old Post Office Pavilion, 12th St. entrance, b/t Pennsylvania & Constitution Aves. (202-842-2453).

SEE
Smithsonian Kite Festival
What: Witness the high-flying acrobatics of upcycled and green-themed fliers in the annual air show.
Why: Sky’s the limit.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Rain date, Sun.
Where: The Washington Monument, Constitution Ave. NW, at 15th St. (202-633-3030).

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