January 3, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

May all lame weekends be forgot.

SHOP
Kiskadee Boutique
What: Chic new spot with must-have lines like 3 Sisters, Pure Color, and Bibelot Cashmere.
Why: Shop ’til you find a top.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 2205 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria (703-549-0813).

SEE
Persian Carpet
What: The 12th Annual Iranian Film Festival kicks off with a compilation of moving shorts about traditional Persian rug weaving.
Why: Take a magic carpet ride.
When: Fri., 7 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.
Where: Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of Art, Jefferson Dr., at 12th St., on the National Mall (202-633-4880).

HEAR
Danielle Eva Quartet
What: The acclaimed songstress brings her sultry bossa/blues/swing tunes to the District.
Why: It’ll be the best performance eva.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Twins Jazz, 1344 U St., b/t 13th & 14th Sts. (202-234-0072).

EAT
Bacon of the Week
What: EatBar premieres a new type of bacon each week, including vanilla, Old Bay, and coffee.
Why: Ham it up.
When: Thru Mar. Daily, 4:30-10 p.m.
Where: 2761 Washington Blvd., b/t N. Pershing & 9th Sts., Arlington (703-778-9951).