Washington, D.C. - September 05, 2010

Here's the Plan

Washington, D.C., Events and Diversions

So much to celebrate.

RESERVE
DC Shorts
What: Get sure-to-sell-out tickets for the annual film festival with 97 flicks just 24 minutes or less and seminars on editing, equipment, and guerrilla marketing.
Why: Fetes at Madame Tussauds and the U.S. Navy Memorial will have bites by Cowgirl Creamery and Matchbox, a T-shirt jockey, bands including The Thrilltones, and a chance to hang with the filmmakers.
When: Sept. 9-16. Parties, Thurs. & Fri., 9 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Films at Landmark E Street Cinema, 555 11th St. NW, at E St. (202-452-7672); U.S. Navy Memorial Theater, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, at 7th St. Tickets ($10-$125) online at dcshorts.com.

APPLAUD
Page to Stage
What: More than 40 regional theaters debut new works via free performances, dramatic readings, and open rehearsals on multiple stages.
Why: Arrive early to nab first-come seats for Heart of Gold by Ben Kingsland, White Noise by Tom Block, and Amelia by Alex Webb.
When: Sun. & Mon., 2-10 p.m.
Where: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F St. NW, at Virginia Ave. (202-467-4600).

SHOP
Under-$50 Finds
What: Swirl scoured its closet to bring you the best fashion under $50 from labels like Dallin Chase, Loomstate, Isabel Lu, and more.
Why: While you’re there, pop into the Gar-de sale for up to 60 percent off simple tunics, sheer tanks, and solid dresses.
When: You’ve got nothing to wear.
Where: Online at swirl.com.

WANDER
Arts on Foot
What: Wind your way through pop-up galleries, art sales, live music performances, and cooking demos during the free Penn Quarter fest.
Why: Don’t miss paintings by Dana Ellyn, tunes from the Snakehead Run jug band and Dave Chappell Duo, and treats from Baltimore-based Micha’s Sorbet.
When: Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: F St. NW, b/t 6th & 9th Sts.

WIN
Burger-Eating Contest
What: Scarf as many half-pounders as you can in fifteen minutes.
Why: Winner gets unlimited half-price burgers for three months.
When: Mon., 5 p.m.
Where: Whitlow’s on Wilson, 2854 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (703-276-9693).

Art: Courtesy of DC Shorts