Washington, D.C. - August 24, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

August is winding down. Time to get in those last minutes of summer fun.

DO
Red, White, and Bruised
What: DJ High C does a benefit show for DC Rollergirls, the all-ladies roller derby.
Why: There’s arm wrestling with the gals.
When: Sat., 6 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Dr. Dremo’s Taphouse, 2001 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington (703-528-4660).

SEE
Christopher Baer Paintings
What: Check out recent works in oil by the local artist at The William W. Parker Gallery.
Why: It’s more than you can Baer.
When: Opens Thurs., 6-9 p.m. Thereafter, Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m; Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thru Sept. 9.
Where: 629 New York Ave. NW, b/t 6th & 7th Sts. (202-628-1734).

EAT
Flamenco Festival
What: Gypsy Flamenco singers and dancers perform during a tapas dinner extravaganza.
Why: Caravan on over.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 7, 7:30 & 8 p.m.
Where: Taberna del Alabardero, 1776 I St. NW, at 18th St. (202-429-2200).

DRINK
Summer Storms in a Glass
What: Hank’s Oyster Bar introduces a new drink menu with Red Tide, Ginger Cove, and Dark ’n’ Stormy.
Why: Occasionally you want to throw back something besides oyster shooters.
When: Whenever the winds blow.
Where: 1624 Q St. NW, b/t 16th & 17th Sts. (202-462-4265).

BUY
Hitched Sample Sale
What: Get up to 60 percent off wedding gowns by Richard Glasgow, Elizabeth Fillmore, and Ulla-Maija.
Why: Just say I do.
When: Thru Sept. 10.
Where: 1523 Wisconsin Ave. NW, at Volta Pl. (202-333-6162).