It’s okay to be cerebral.

SAVOR
Brainfood Grill-Off
What: Local chefs (The Majestic, Central, Granville Moore’s) face off Iron Chef style with mystery ingredients.
Why: The organization uses cooking to teach life skills to local teens.
When: Thurs., 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Decatur House, 1610 H St., NW, at Jackson Pl. (202-842-0920‎)

SEE
How to Marry a Millionaire
What: Pack a picnic for an al fresco screening with prizes and access to the museum’s exhibition of Marjorie Post’s Fancy Dress Costumes.
Why: The original millionaire matchmakers.
When: Fri., 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, off Tilden St. (202-686-5807).

SNAG
Ananas and Anya Ponorovskaya Sample Sale
What: Save up to 75 percent on bags and clothing from past seasons while sipping on theme-appropriate pineapple mimosas.
Why: It’s what you’ve been pineappling for.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Firefly, 1310 New Hampshire Ave. NW (202-861-1310).

SAMPLE
Taste of the Town
What: Flavors from local restaurants, beer and wine gardens, and live entertainment.
Why: Reston your laurels.
When: Fri., 3-11 p.m.; Sat., noon-11 p.m.
Where: Reston Town Center, 11900 Market Street, Reston, Va. (703-707-9045).

HANG
Spot Opens
What: Dance to bongo and sax players (as well as the DJ) and take in cool video art installations at the swanky new lounge.
Why: Spit Spot. Chop, chop.
When: Thurs., 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; Fri. & Sat., 10 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: 1214 18th St. NW, b/t M St. & Jefferson Pl.