February 28, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Here are your marching orders.

BUY
Setchi Closing Sale
What: Say goodbye with 50 percent off ecofriendly lines like Loyale and Stewart+Brown.
Why: Parting is such sweet sorrow.
When: Sat., 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 1614 Wisconsin Ave. NW, b/t Reservoir Rd. & Q St. (202-333-5570).

Alexandria Boutique Warehouse Sale
What: Big discounts from Old Town shops like The Shoe Hive, Treat, Apple Seed, and Hysteria.
Why: Don’t ware out your welcome.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: George Washington Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Dr., Alexandria.

DO
No Scrubs
What: A ’90s dance party to benefit Project Create, a local arts program for at-risk kids.
Why: You’ll find nirvana.
When: Fri., 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Black Cat, Backstage, 1811 14th St. NW, b/t S & T Sts. (202-667-7960).

SEE
Tracy Morgan
What: The comedian stops in the District.
Why: It’s sure to rock.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: George Washington University Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st St. NW, b/t G & H Sts. (202-994-6800). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

EAT
Grape + Bean
What: The new Old Town shop offers individually brewed coffees, unique wines and cheeses, and bread baked at nearby Restaurant Eve.
Why: It’s good to be in the pour house.
When: Wed. & Thurs., noon-6 p.m.; Fri., noon-8 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 118 S. Royal St., Alexandria (703-664-0214).