Washington, D.C. - February 22, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

We cannot tell a lie. There’s a great weekend ahead of you.

EAT
Love Cafe Cupcake Bar
What: Sweet new spot lets you customize cake, icing, and toppings.
Why: They call it cuppy love.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m.-midnight; Sun., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: 1501 U St. NW, at 15th St. (202-265-9800).

BUY
Post-Valentine’s Day Sale
What: Up to 60 percent off lines like Johnny Cotton, Ravel, and Donna.
Why: Bargains won’t get stuck in your teeth.
When: Thru Feb. 28. Thurs. & Fri., noon-9 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Caramel, 1603 U St. NW, b/t 16th & 17th Sts. (202-265-1930).

DO
Montreal Underground
What: The Smithsonian becomes a nightclub with music, cocktails, mingling, and, oh yeah, art.
Why: It’s of Montreal.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Dr. SW, on the mall (202-357-3030). Tickets online at youngbenefactors.org.

Seduce & Destroy
What: Aphrodizia hosts a multimedia party with music and visuals featuring Yoko K and Painted Lady Performance Project.
Why: Attend and recover.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: The Space, 903 N St. NW, at 9th St.

HEAR
Garutachi
What: Dance night ruled by Weird War’s DJ Michelle Mae, Dandi Wind, DJ Cassidy, and the Gaskets.
Why: You can bring sexy back, too.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: Rock & Roll Hotel, 1353 H St. NE, b/t 13th & 14th Sts. (202-388-7625).