October 25, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Don’t drown in all there is to do this weekend.

SEE
Speed-the-Plow
What: David Mamet’s comedic play satirizing what it takes to make it in the film industry.
Why: Don’t call them; they’ll call you.
When: Thru Nov. 25.
Where: Aaron & Cecile Goldman Theater, at the Washington DC Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St. NW, b/t Church & Q Sts. (800-494-8497). Tickets online at theaterj.org.

Sink Sank Sunk
What: Check out artist D. Billy’s mixed-media art inspired by comic books, instruction manuals, and children’s workbooks.
Why: Climb aboard and join the fun.
When: Thru Dec. 1. Opening reception, Sat., 7-9 p.m.; regular hours, Wed.-Sat., 1-7 p.m.
Where: Transformer Gallery, 1404 P St. NW, b/t 14th & 15th Sts. (202-483-1102).

LISTEN
Holland’s Love Fluxus CD Release
What: Pick up a copy of the Washingtonian’s newest album filled with foot-tapping electronic rock tunes like “Sparks.”
Why: You know you’re in love when sparks fly.
When: The iPod’s all charged up.
Where: Online at virb.com.

SHOP
Treasure Hunt Sample Sale
What: Search through thousands of luxury home furnishings at up to 75 percent off showroom prices.
Why: End your chase for the perfect chaise.
When: Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: The Washington Design Center, 300 D St. SW, b/t 2nd & 3rd Sts. (202-646-6100)

DO
Fashion Fights Poverty Fashion Show
What: Get a peek at collections from ecoconscious designers while benefiting Aid to Artisans, a nonprofit assisting craftspeople in vulnerable global markets.
Why: Looking good never felt so good.
When: Fri., 6-10 p.m.
Where: Carnegie Library, 801 K St. NW, b/t 7th & 8th Sts. (202-387-1845).

EAT
Veranda on P
What: Grab a drink and a bite at the new Mediterranean-inspired restaurant and bar.
Why: It’s all Greek to you.
When: Mon -Thurs., 5 p.m.-midnight; Fri. &  Sat., 5 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
Where: 1100 P St. NW, at 11th St. (202-234-6870).