FRIDAY:
>> Though perhaps not quite as high profile anymore as some other D.C. bands from the mid-1980s, the cryptically-named 9353 always had, and still maintains, a dedicated group of fans. You may never have heard of them, but in addition to playing with some of the biggest local names like Scream, G.I. and Iron Cross, they also shared bills with Public Image Ltd, Sisters of Mercy and the Butthole Surfers back in the day, and were legendary in their own right for their rather twisted and psychedelic take on the post-hardcore sound of the time and their high-energy live shows. The band (which is to say, four of the 37 people who have passed through their Spinal Tap-ish revolving doors over the years) has reunited again, a decade after their last break-up, and will make their triumphant return tonight at the 9:30 Club, along with King Giant and Rustbuckit. 9 p.m., $12.
>> This is Art Night, kids. Fall is finally here and so are area gallery openings. Check out our comprehensive guide here, and we’ll see you out there.
>>Three Stars alums Meredith Bragg and the Terminals (pictured) headline a show Friday night at the Black Cat to celebrate the 3rd birthday of Kora Records, along with Donny Hue and the Colors, and Olivia Mancini and the Housemates. 9 p.m., $10.
>> Don’t forget about the Sonic Circuits Experimental Music festival, which kicks off tonight at the Velvet Lounge. We previewed earlier in the week. Festival passes available here, or buy individual tickets at the door.
SATURDAY:
>> It’s a no-brainer — Blisspop, Brightest Young Things and yours truly are hosting the second most fun thing you can do late at night on a Saturday: at 9:30 Club at 11 p.m., DJ Will Eastman, Georgie James, The Dance Party and Soft Complex come together for an orgasmic night of local music and explosive dancing. Only $10! That’s significantly cheaper than a hooker, and guaranteed disease-free.
>> Before you head over to 9:30 Club, don’t miss your chance to catch the one-night only performance of Rorschach Theater‘s Myth Appropriation: The Brothers Grimm. Don’t miss our full preview of this unique theater event, 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. showtimes, tickets online here.
SUNDAY:
>> If you still haven’t been down to check out the Bloomingdale Farmer’s Market at 1st and R Streets NW, this is the weekend to do it. A group of 50 choral and classical musicians from Port Au Prince, Haiti, playing with six violins, two violas, two cellos, a double bass, a flute, and a Haitian tambour drum will be on hand for a free outdoor performance at 11:45 a.m., plus a big free-range pig roast hosted by Big Bear Cafe. The market runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and it’s sure to be packed with folks from the neighborhood and surrounding communities.
>> It’s Adams Morgan Day Festival again already? There’s no better way to enjoy the neighborhood than when 18th Street is closed off to traffic completely, like it ought to be every weekend night. The usual bands, ethnic food booths, and craft vendors will be on hand for this always fun annual event. Noon to 7 p.m.
Ian Buckwalter contributed.
