Washington, D.C. - July 29, 2010

The Weekend Guide

Washington, D.C., Events and Diversions

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TOAST
The Tasting Room Wine Bar & Shop Happy Hours
What: The Boxwood Winery’s newest outpost offers $5 glasses of wine and half-off snacks ($3-$10) like cheese, olives, and charcuterie.
Why: Signature Boxwood, Topiary, and Rosé from its Middleburg vineyard, plus a few European selections (Avignonesi Rosso, Simonnet Sendree Brut).
When: Every Thurs., 4-8 p.m. Regular hours, daily, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Where: The Shops at Wisconsin Place, 5330 Western Ave., Chevy Chase (301-664-9494).

SHOP
Julia Farr Opens
What: Chevy Chase boutique carries Halston Heritage, Catherine Malandrino, and — come fall — its own line of pencil skirts, tailored shirts, and basics ($55-$1,200).
Why: E-mail julia@juliafarr.com with the kind of item(s) you’re searching for, and the stylist will pull pieces ahead of time. Bonus: on-site alterations and at-home closet consultations.
When: Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 5232 44th St. NW, b/t Jenifer & Harrison Sts. (202-364-3277).

KNOCK YOURSELF OUT
Local Lists
What: Create, save, and share custom itineraries of DailyCandy-approved spots in your city.
Why: Our editors got you started with lists of their favorite haunts in their favorite hoods.
When: You want to plan a perfect shopping day, send out-of-towners a must-do list, or remember to check out new restaurants.
Where: Online at dailycandy.com.

SCORE
Muléh Summer Sale
What: Save up to 50 percent on clothing, shoes, and bags ($95-$800).
Why: Get excited for 3.1 Phillip Lim, Ports 1961, Mulberry, and Chie Mihara.
When: Thru Aug. 8. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 1831 14th St. NW, at Swann St. (202-667-3440).

TRADE
Summer Fashion Swap
What: Support Fashion Fights Poverty by exchanging your clothing and accessories for someone else’s closet gems.
Why: Show up early to organize your pile, and when the timer goes off, start digging. Leftovers get donated to Goodwill.
When: Sat., 1-4 p.m.
Where: Beauty 360, 1350 Connecticut Ave. NW, b/t N St. & Dupont Cir. (202-331-1725). R.S.V.P. to rsvp@fashionfightspoverty.org. Admission is free, but you must take something to swap.

Photo: Courtesy of The Tasting Room Wine Bar & Shop

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