Washington, D.C. - June 08, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You don’t need to spend all day lounging by the pool. Get out there, do some good, and you’ll be swimming in satisfaction.

DO
Most Valuable Kids All Star Day
What: Carnival fundraiser with rides, food, and sports at the home of Eunice and Sergant Shriver, to benefit local children’s organizations.
Why: Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for kids.
When: Sat., 1-4 p.m.
Where: 9109 Harrington Dr., at River Rd., Potomac.

Capital Pride Street Festival
What: D.C.’s largest street fest, with food, performances (including Kimberly Locke), and a dance party to support Whitman-Walker Clinic.
Why: It’ll be one loud, proud crowd.
When: Sun., 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Pennsylvania Ave. NW, b/t 3rd & 7th Sts.

SEE
“American Gothic”
What: Catch Grant Wood’s most famous painting before it heads back to Chicago.
Why: You’re totally Goth.
When: Thurs.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: Renwick Gallery, 1661 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, at 17th St. (202-633-2850).

Driven Opening
What: Joint exhibit by Dana Ellyn and  Matt Sesow focuses on car culture.
Why: You won’t be driven to distraction.
When: Opening party, Fri., 6-9 p.m.; regular hours, Thurs.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Thru July 1.
Where: Gallery Neptune, 4808 Auburn Ave., Bethesda (301-718-0809).

HEAR
The Dance Party, Alphabetical Order, Bound by Substance, The Sentiment
What: Local bands rock out at the Velvet Lounge.
Why: People are talking.
When: Fri., 9 p.m.
Where: 915 U St. NW, b/t 9th & 10th Sts. (202-462-3213).

BUY
Caramel Boutique
What: Stop in the brand new shop for clothing and accessories from Ravel, Sooki LA, Red Engine, and others before the big opening next week.
Why: It won’t get stuck in your teeth.
When: Thurs.-Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 1603 U St., b/t 16th & 17th Sts. (202-265-1930).