Washington, D.C. - July 02, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Go long this weekend.

STUFF
Hell Point Seafood Opens
What: The Kinkead’s folks take their fins to Annapolis with lobster rolls, seafood stew, and more.
Why: Going to Hell in a clam basket.
When: Daily, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5-10 p.m.
Where: 12 Dock St., Annapolis (410-990-9888).

CELEBRATE
Independence Day
What: Gaylord National parties it up with live music, heaps of food, a wine garden, and fireworks on the waterfront.
Why: Fourth score.
When: Fri., 4:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: 201 Waterfront St., National Harbor (301-965-2000).

SHIMMY
Panamanian Dance Party
What: Practice your salsa, learn folk steps, and get into the groove with DJ Earl International.
Why: Can you say Panamania?
When: Thurs., 5-8 p.m.
Where: Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th & G Sts. NW (202-633-1000).

PICNIC
Grab-and-Go Sushi and BBQ
What: Asia Nine prepares portable meals (Thai BBQ chicken, Laos grilled steak) for the Mall dining next week.
Why: Watch fireworks. Eat firecracker rolls.
When: Fri.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: 915 E St. NW, b/t 9th & 10th Sts. (202-629-4355).

HEAR
Rock at the Row
What: A free show from Fools & Horses, food samplings, and giveaways.
Why: Rock and Row, baby.
When: Thurs., 7-9 p.m.
Where: Pentagon Row Plaza, Army Navy Dr. & S. Joyce St., Arlington.