January 10, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Weekends just want to have fun.

GO
See What You Want to See
What: Four artists explore their identities with mixed mediums, including candy collages, wood sculptures, and photos of clothing made of fruit.
Why: Be who you want to be.
When: Thru Feb. 2. Wed.-Sat., noon-7 p.m.; or by appointment.
Where: Gallery Neptune, 4901 Cordell Ave., Bethesda (301-718-0809).

Bohemian Cabaret
What: Parisian jazz, Turkish belly dancing, and Ukrainian folk-punk from the Portland-based Vagabond Opera.
Why: Let them entertain you.
When: Sat., 6 p.m.
Where: Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW (202-467-4600).

SEE
Star Wars at Big Bear Cafe
What: Wear your Darth Vader costume (you geek) for a viewing of the iconic movie at the cafe’s inaugural film screening.
Why: May the force be with you.
When: Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Where: 1700 1st St. NW, b/t Randolph Pl. & R St.

HEAR
The Bosch
What: The Brooklyn-based rock band performs energy-fueled songs from their new album, Hurry Up.
Why: What are you waiting for?
When: Sat., 9:30 p.m.
Where: Galaxy Hut, 2711 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (703-525-8646).

EAT
Lunch at Napoleon Bistro
What: The swank Adam’s Morgan bistro is now open for lunch with offerings like sweet and savory crepes and French onion soup.
Why: Tina, eat your ham.
When: Daily, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 1847 Columbia Rd. NW, at Mintwood Pl. (202-299-9630).

VOTE
D.C.’s Sweetest Things 2007
What: Pick your favorite DailyCandy stories from the past year in the District.
Why: It’s a tight race. (How many times have you heard that lately?)
When: Now. Polls close at midnight Mon.
Where: Go hither.