Go out with a bang.

SEE
Still by Amelia Bauer
What: Take in and take home the Brooklyn artist’s needlepoint movie images of car explosions on throw pillows as well as Die Hard and Beverly Hills Cop scenes crocheted on lace doilies.
Why: And Wayne’s World, excellent.
When: Thru Sept. 1. Opening reception, Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: Cairo Gallery, 507 E. Mercer St. (206-453-4077).

HEAR
The Capitol Hill Block Party
What: More than 50 bands, three stages, and two days of music featuring Sonic Youth, Built to Spill, Deerhunter, The Thermals, Miacachu & the Shapes, and many others.
Why: The hill is alive with the sound of music.
When: Fri., 3 p.m.-2 a.m. & Sat., 1 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Entrance at 12th Ave. & E. Pike St. Tickets online at ticketswest.com.

SHOP
Vintage Sale by Fox Glove
What: Browse and buy past-era clothing and accessories from Splendidred Vintage, Chickadee Vintage, and Yoke Vintage at this trunk show hosted by Gossamer Collective.
Why: Not the same old same old.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 1406 18th Ave. (206-832-6063).

WATCH
BrüTübe: Outcasts, Outlaws, and Outtakes
What: A night of YouTube videos selected by local artists and arts organizers complete with beer and snacks.
Why: Outstanding.
When: Fri., 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Kirkland Arts Center, 620 Market St., Kirkland (425-822-7161).

EAT
Tako Truk
What: Tasty handheld eats from Sitka and Spruce alum Cormac Mahoney served down at Eastlake’s 14 Carrot Cafe with an open-mic turntable featuring dub music to hip-hop to show tunes.
Why: Choose from octopus, cocopiggy, and fixings like eggplant curry.
When: Thurs.-Sun., 6 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 2305 Eastlake Ave. E.