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EAT
Big Chair Coffee n’ Grill Opens
What: Anacostia’s new indie shop serves turkey and veggie burgers, pastries, and gourmet brews.
Why: It’s the closest you’ll come to a roast in this chill.
When: Daily, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 2122 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE, b/t V & W Sts. (202-525-4287).

READ
The European Book Club
What: Unite with fellow Francophiles and book nerds to chat literature (in this case, Le Testament Français).
Why: Don’t take a livre of absence.
When: Tues., 6:30 p.m.
Where: Alliance Française de Washington, 2142 Wyoming Ave. NW, b/t Connecticut Ave. & 23rd St. (202-234-7911). R.S.V.P. to 202-234-7911.

SEE
Don’t Look Now
What: Artist George Jenne creates a multimedia display of gross, creepy, and retro scenes.
Why: Theater lighting, evil Boy Scouts, and pirates.
When: Thru Feb. 13. Tues. & Thurs., by appointment; Wed. & Sat., 1-6 p.m.; Fri., 4-8 p.m.
Where: Civilian Art Projects, 1019 7th St. NW, b/t New York Ave. & L St. (202-607-3804).

LEARN
Class and Dinner
What: Clipper City Brewery owner Hugh Sisson and chef Susan Holt teach three courses based on ale and cheese pairings.
Why: Something’s brewing.
When: Tues., 6:30 p.m.
Where: CulinAerie, 1131 14th St. NW, at Thomas Cir. (202-587-5674). Registration required at culinaerie.com.

PARTY
Rock Candy Presents Progression 2010
What: A free-wheeling tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. with drink specials and DJs like Rich Edward, Jackie O, and Sean Gone.
Why: Take advantage of the three-day weekend.
When: Sun., 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Rock & Roll Hotel, 1353 H St. NE, b/t 13th & 14th Sts. (202-388-7625).

Photo: Rport / Flickr