Photograph of work by Nikolas Schiller courtesy Civilian Art Projects

>> Civilian Art Projects has some entertainment for you on Friday. From 7 to 9 p.m., they open Quart Bag, an exhibit featuring 32 ounces of creativity from each of the 100 artists in this community art show. All works are $100 or less and, Civilian jokes, “FAA approved.” Afterwards, head to Comet Ping Pong, which will have beer and pizza specials, while The Apes, Fiasco, and Double Dagger will be providing the music for the afterparty starting at 10 p.m. $10.

>> Randall Scott’s new renegade film series, Video Smack, just sent out the announcement for the second showing, tomorrow night at his gallery on 14th Street, starting at 8 p.m. Head over for a cold beer and the free showing of the art flicks Windmaker by Kika Nicolela and How to Make a Baby by Jemima Burrill. While you’re there, check out phase three of 8 Photographers, featuring Alexandra Catiere & Shen Wei.

>> Transformer Gallery will be taking a little vacation during August, but were sure to leave something to entertain you in the meantime. Sitting in their front window will be the video Moment of Zen: Meeting Buddha in the Road by John James Anderson. The meditative piece will be on display starting Friday at 1 p.m., ongoing through August 26, so swing by and enjoy a viewing.

>> Artist Steve Strawn, who displayed his photographs recently in the DCAC show Kid Mutiny, is expanding on those pieces for a new exhibit opening today at Dahlak. Stop by starting at 7 p.m. tonight for the opening reception and wine and martini specials.