August 7, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Earn a medal in weekend fun.

SEE
Quart Bag
What: More than 100 local artists create art inside a quart-size bag.
Why: Sack it to me.
When: Thru Aug. 16. Opening reception, Fri., 7-9 p.m. Regular hours, Wed.-Sat., 2-6 p.m.
Where: Civilian Art Projects, 406 7th St. NW, b/t D & E Sts., 3rd flr. (202-347-0022).

BUY
Madewell Opens
What: Denim, boots, and fall basics abound as the chic shop opens its first area location.
Why: Mention DailyCandy for a free tote with any weekend purchase.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 7979 Tysons Corner Center, at Tysons Corner Mall, 2nd fl., McLean (703-761-4301).

Rooms with a View Sale
What: Take up to 60 percent off hot travelwares, including Canvasco bags and Pylones brushes.
Why: Roominate.
When: Thru Aug. 30. Tues.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 1661 Wisconsin Ave. NW, b/t Reservoir Rd. & Q St. (202-625-0610).

HEAR
Julie Ocean
What: The upbeat indie rockers play a free outdoor show with Secret Pop and Aquarium.
Why: Deep blue see.
When: Thurs., 7:15-9:30 p.m.
Where: Fort Reno, Chesapeake St. NW, at Nebraska Ave. (202-355-6356).

EAT
08-08-08 Celebration
What: Eight entrees cost $8 for eight hours to kick off the Olympic games, shown on lounge TVs.
Why: Ping for the rings.
When: Fri., noon-8 p.m.
Where: Ping by Charlie Chiang’s, 4060 Campbell Ave., Arlington (703-671-4900).