Washington, D.C. - August 28, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Fly solo or bring a date — either way, you’ll meet cute.

DO
Twilight Polo
What: Pack a picnic and sip wine from nearby Boxwood Winery during two matches.
Why: Baby, it’s colt outside.
When: Sat., 6:30 p.m.
Where: Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Rd. (enter at polo gate 2), The Plains (540-253-5001).

Bartering in the Land of Abundance
What: Take something to the interactive art gallery to trade for another item already there, and an artist will quickly sketch your article of choice.
Why: Swap, don’t spit.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 1-7 p.m.
Where: Transformer Gallery, 1404 P St. NW, b/t 14th & 15th Sts. (202-483-1102).

HEAR
Mose Allison Trio
What: The venerated jazz pianist tickles keys with his bluesy band.
Why: Mose on down.
When: Thurs.-Sun., 8 & 10 p.m.
Where: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW, at Blues Alley (202-337-4141).

STROLL
Cool Globes
What: More than 30 painted planet sculptures tell stories of sustainability and better living.
Why: See the worlds.
When: Thru Oct. 13. Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: United States Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW, at 1st St. (202-225-8333).

SEE
The Goonies
What: Hunt for treasures with the free outdoor screening of the ’80s classic.
Why: Hey, you guys, it’ll be fun.
When: Thurs., 8:30 p.m.
Where: Stead Park Field, 1625 P St. NW, b/t 16th & 17th Sts.