Washington, D.C. - May 14, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

The tribe has spokes.

RIDE
National Bike to Work Day
What: A healthy and ecofriendly commute alternative sponsored by the Washington Area Bicyclist Association.
Why: Novice riders can join a commuter convoy through the city.
When: Fri.
Where: Wherever roads may lead. Starting points and pit stops online at waba.org.

STYLE
The Front Row
What: Bethesda Row hosts a weekend of trunk shows, sales, and beauty consultations.
Why: It’s all about being front and center.
When: Thurs.-Sat.
Where: Locations at bethesdarow.com.

CHEER
Preakness Party
What: Track the Triple Crown in true fashion with black-eyed Susans and Maryland crab cakes.
Why: It will get your heart racing.
When: Sat., 4-7 p.m.
Where: Round Robin Bar, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, b/t 14th & 15th Sts. (202-637-7348).

SEE
Arcadia
What: Unleash your inner dweeb with Stoppard’s hilarious story of math and mystery.
Why: It’s a big plus.
When: Thru June 14. Tues.-Thurs., 7:30 p.m.; Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 2 & 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 & 7 p.m.
Where: Folger Theatre, 201 E. Capitol St. SE, b/t 2nd & 3rd Sts. (202-544-7077).

WATCH
II Reel Time Brazil
What: Get Rio with five free film screenings.
Why: Mingle with the Embassy of Brazil, for reel.
When: Fri., 7-8:30 p.m.; Sat., 4-5:30 & 6-7:15 p.m.; Sun., 4-5:30 & 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: Fri., Hirshhorn Museum, Independence Ave. & 7th St. SW; Sat. & Sun., Greenberg Theatre, 4200 Wisconsin Ave. NW, at Van Ness St. (202-238-2708).