Washington, D.C. - January 21, 2010

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Holla back.

SEE
Call + Response
What: In a visual take on — you guessed it — call and response, writers pick themes for artists.
Why: It takes two to make a thing go right.
When: Thru Feb. 13. Opening reception, Sat., 7-9 p.m.
Where: Hamiltonian Gallery, 1353 U St. NW, b/t 13th & 14th Sts. (202-332-1116).

One Life: Echoes of Elvis
What: Celebrate the King’s birthday with an exhibition, tribute concert, and screening of Viva Las Vegas.
Why: Elvis is in the building.
When: Sat., 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: National Portrait Gallery, 8th & F Sts. NW (202-633-1000).

EAT (and HELP)
Dinner to Support Haiti
What: Restaurateur Ashok Bajaj pledges partial proceeds from signature dishes like crispy spinach salad to aid victims.
Why: Eat your heart out.
When: Thru Feb. 19.
Where: Any of Bajaj’s restaurants (Rasika, 701, Ardeo, Bardeo, Bibiana, The Oval Room, or The Bombay Club).

WATCH
Battle of the Burlesque Stars
What: Teams of saucy dancers shake, shimmy, and strip in a showdown.
Why: Cut and pasties.
When: Sat., 10 p.m.
Where: The Palace of Wonders, 1210 H St. NE, at 12th St. (202-398-7469).

BRUNCH
Bistro La Bonne
What: Waffles, omelets, and champagne at the new French spot.
Why: Bonne appetite.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 1340 U St. NW, b/t 13th & 14th Sts. (202-758-3413).

Art: Excerpt from Ian MacLean Davis, Spaghetti Western, 2010. Courtesy of Hamiltonian Gallery