Washington, D.C. - August 01, 2010

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Washington, D.C., Events and Diversions

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GYRATE
The Get Down Club
What: East Coast DJs from ToolboxDC’s Yellow Fever Booking spin funk, soul, disco, electro, and more.
Why: Bust a move on the dance floor, hang in the lounge, and order beer and cocktails ($5-$8.50) at one of three bars. Added bonus: half-price happy hour drinks.
When: Daily. Club, 7 p.m.-2 a.m.; happy hour, 7-10 p.m.
Where: 701 Bond St., Baltimore (443-708-3564). Admission is free on weeknights & every Sun.; $10 on Fri. & Sat. after 10 p.m.

SIP
Rush Hour
What: Ris hosts a happy hour with drink specials ($4-$6) and small plates ($6) in conjunction with evening parking restrictions.
Why: Cîroc-laced, red berry lemon tea and Sweet Carolina’s sweet tea vodka, plus deviled eggs, salmon rillettes, and braised lamb shanks (with pita, pomegranate, and chickpeas).
When: Mon.-Fri., 4-6:30 p.m.
Where: 2275 L St. NW, at 23rd St. (202-730-2500).

SHOP
Heartfelt Sale
What: Up to 65 percent off printed silk cocktail dresses, rompers, and skirts from the collaboration between painter Salvatore Principe and designer Kate Gold.
Why: Art’s on your mind, but Picasso isn’t in reach.
When: Now.
Where: Online at Swirl.

SWAY
The Evens
What: Catch Fugazi cofounder Ian MacKaye and talented drummer Amy Farina at Fort Reno’s classic outdoor summer show.
Why: Go early for local act Cephalopods. (Note: Pack a blanket and picnic.)
When: Mon., 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Chesapeake St. NW, b/t Nebraska Ave. & 40th St. Admission is free.

SHARE
Shoe Donations
What: Drop off new and used men’s, women’s, and children’s footwear for those in need.
Why: Kicks are distributed via local nonprofit Miriam’s Kitchen.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Georgetown Running Company, 3401 M St. NW, at 34th St. (202-337-8626).

Photo: Brian Liu / ToolboxDC