October 4, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

There’s much to love about October, pumpkin.

National Jean Company Tent Sale
What: Stop by for 20 percent off the whole store, plus up to 75 percent off select lines like Amanda Uprichard, Anlo, and Paige Denim.
Why: You’re looking for a big top.
When: Fri.-Oct. 8. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 7301 Woodmont Ave., Bethesda (301-907-0295).

EAT
Oktoberfest
What: Old Europe offers a traditional German menu, handmade pretzels, and more beer than you could possibly drink.
Why: Es ist gut.
When: Thurs., 5-9 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 5-10 p.m.; Sun., 4-8 p.m
Where: 2434 Wisconsin Ave. NW, at Calvert St. (202-333-7600).

DRINK
Napoleon Happy Hour
What: March in for half off all new champagne cocktails.
Why: Don’t be so empirical.
When: Fri., 7-10 p.m.
Where: 1847 Columbia Rd. NW, at Mintwood Pl. (202-299-9630).

DO
D.C. Green Festival
What: Check out ecofriendly talks (Ralph Nader), films (The Hip Hop Project), and DIY eco-living workshops.
Why: The grass is always greener.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Washington, D.C., Convention Center, 802 Mount Vernon Pl. NW.