Here’s to your health.
FETE
Eighteenth Street Lounge Anniversary Party
What: Celebrate fifteen years of music with performances from label champions Thievery Corporation, Farid, Nickodemus, Sam “The Man” Burns, and others.
Why: A wall projection of pictures from the soon-to-be-released Eighteenth Street Lounge, the Photo Books.
When: Sun., 5 p.m.
Where: 1212 18th St. NW, at Connecticut Ave. (202-466-3922). Admission is $10.
DRINK
Wine Cork Recycling
What: Firefly takes $1 off your bill for every old cork you give (up to $22).
Why: They’re going to Wente Vineyards to be recycled.
When: Thru Apr. 30. Sun., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5:30-10 p.m.; Mon.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 5:30-10 p.m.; Fri., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 5:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: 1310 New Hampshire Ave. NW (202-861-1310).
SHOP
Eugenia Kim Sale
What: DC readers get exclusive early access to the millinery master’s vintage-inspired cloches, caps, and fedoras at up to 45 percent off.
Why: Giddyap and grab that Poppy equestrian number and a floppy sun hat.
When: You’re sweating through another summer music fest.
Where: Online at swirl.com.
CREATE
Drop-In Art Classes
What: Learn drawing, painting, landscapes, and watercolor, from basics to advanced fundamentals.
Why: Sessions ($58 per class, $299 for five) take place in artist Maryanne Pollock’s studio.
When: Every Wed., 6:30-8:30 p.m.; every Sat., 2-4 p.m.
Where: Adams Morgan. To sign up and receive address info, e-mail maryannepollock@gmail.com.
DECORATE
Find-a-Designer Consumer Day
What: Listen to interior design superstar Barry Dixon speak before attending a 30-minute consultation with decor specialists like Christine Hecht Payne.
Why: A rare chance to shop trade-only showrooms like Brunschwig & Fils, Niermann Weeks, Scalamandré, Stark Carpet, and Farrow & Ball.
When: Thurs. Workshop, 2 p.m.; consultations, 3-5 p.m.
Where: The Washington Design Center, 300 D St. SW, b/t 3rd & 4th Sts. (202-646-6100). To sign up for a consultation, e-mail wdcinfo@mmart.com. Admission is free.
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