Take it to go.
PACK
Bungalow Scout Travel Bags and Summer Totes
What: Local company launches a line of laid-back, indestructible carryalls like the Fast Getaway roller bag and Pill-Popper carry-on.
Why: Stash chilled food and drinks in the insulated El Deano and bottles of wine in the pouches of the Pocket Rocket.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Periwinkle, 3815 Livingston St. NW, b/t Connecticut Ave. & 39th St. (202-364-3076); online at bungalowco.com.
SCORE
D.C. United vs. A.C. Milan
What: Watch the footballers go toe-to-toe with the Italian powerhouse for the first time or get behind the scenes at the open practice.
Why: See the magic feet of Ronaldinho.
When: Practice, Tues., 4 & 6 p.m. Game, Wed., 8 p.m.
Where: RFK Stadium, 2400 E. Capitol St. NE (202-587-5000). Practice tickets ($20) online at dcunited.com; game tickets ($35-$75) online at ticketmaster.com.
VISIT
Flower School D.C.
What: The just-opened atelier offers small flower-arranging classes ($195-$350) with Paris-trained florist Jeanette Momeni.
Why: Short on time? Buy a seasonal bouquet wrapped in French paper.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; by appt.
Where: 1653 Wisconsin Ave. NW, b/t Reservoir Rd. & Q St., 2nd flr. (202-415-5155).
BID
Project Create Auction
What: Nonprofit bargains paintings, photos, and more to support art programs for at-risk kids.
Why: Works donated by local artists like photographers Cynthia Connolly and Frank Day, conversational artist Chanan Delivuk, mixed-media wonder Judy Southerland, among others.
When: Wed., 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Reyes + Davis, 923 F St. NW, b/t 9th & 10th Sts., ste. 302 (202-255-5050). Tickets ($30) online at brownpapertickets.com.
DRESS
Hitched Maids
What: The owners of charming Georgetown bridal salon Hitched open a new shop dedicated to bridesmaids.
Why: Frocks from Amsale, Anna Elyse, Jenny Yoo, Lela Rose, Simple Silhouettes, and Thread, plus accessories and gifts.
When: Opens Tues. Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1523 Wisconsin Ave. NW, at Volta Pl., 2nd flr. (202-333-6162). To schedule an appointment, e-mail info@hitchedmaids.com.
Photo: Courtesy of Bungalow








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