Photo by Scott McLeod

OUTDOOR MOVIE: Crystal Screen’s (1851 S. Bell Street Arlington VA) outdoor movie lineup this summer features all “Blockbusters.” Tonight’s pick is The Social Network. Sundown. Free.

SHORT FILMS: The EuroAsia Shorts 2013 press release summed it up best: “Six Nights. Nine cultures. One theme: The Future.” This week at embassies and cultural centers around D.C. come out for short films from Europe, Asia, and the United States. This evening at the Goethe-Institut (812 7th St. NW) take a trip to Germany and China through the films The Home Gleaners, Runner, and Cowboys and Indians. RSVP here.. 6:30 p.m.

MOVIE: What if the X-Ray Spex advertised in the back of old comic books were real? In X, the Man with the X-Ray Eyes, director star Ray Milland explores just that in a low-budget thriller. See it tonight from The Washington Psychotronic Film Society at McFadden’s (2401 Pennsylvania Ave NW). (Adapted from Pat Padua’s most recent Popcorn and Candy post). 8:00 p.m. $5 suggested donation.

FUNDRAISER: Atlas Arcade (1236 H Street NE) is holding a benefit, “Save Patrick’s Day,” for its bartender who was recently robbed. The drinks will be cheap and all tips go to Pat. Some games will be freeplay.

MUSIC: Radiation City brings a “soundscape of new romanticism” to the Black Cat (1811 14th Street NW) tonight with Ugly Purple Sweater. 8:00 p.m. $12.

Coming up this week…

TUESDAY: Comedian, writer, and podcaster (WTF with Marc Maron) Marc Maron discusses his book Attempting Normal at Sixth and I Historic Synagogue (600 I Street NW) this Tuesday. 7:00 p.m. $20 admission, $36 for admission and one book, or $46 for one book and admission for two.

WEDNESDAY: Grab your Schwinn and join up with DC Bike Party for a ten mile “Undercover” themed ride this Wednesday. Participants are encouraged to dress up in Spy vs. Spy inspired apparel: “think black and white, sunglasses at night, and fedoras.” The route is top secret, but will end at Hawk n’ Dove. Meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Dupont Circle fountain, the ride leaves promptly at 8:00 p.m. Free.

THURSDAY: Brewmaster Jef Versele (of Gulden Draak and Piraat) comes to Jack Rose (2007 18th Street NW) this Thursday for a tap takeover and Pirate Party. Those dressed in their best pirate duds will have the chance to win Piraat prizes. 6:00-9:00 p.m.

FRIDAY: Brightest Young Things and Nat Geo are teaming up this Friday to celebrate 125 Years of Exploration. Come out to the National Geographic Society (1600 M Street NW) for access to the museum, lightning talks from Nat Geo Explorers, an interactive robotics demo, punches from around the world, comedy, DJs, and more. 8:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. $20 until this Wednesday, $25 after that.

>> Super Art Fight, modestly described as “the greatest live art competition in the known universe,” hits the Black Cat (1811 14th Street NW) this Friday. 9:30 p.m. $15.

SATURDAY: Cheer on pint-sized speed demons in the 72nd annual Greater Washington Soap Box Derby this Saturday on Capitol Hill. 7:00 a.m. Free.

SUNDAY: Get fit with dad this Sunday at the Father’s Day 8K. Packet pickup at Georgetown Running Company (3401 M Street NW) from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Sunday, and the race starts at Potomac and Grace Streets NW from 5:00-6:15 p.m. Registration: $35 in advance, $40 day of.