Photo by Beau Finley

Photo by Beau Finley

ROAST: The Capital City Showcase presents The DMV Roast of the Metro tonight at The Brixton (901 U Street NW). The participating roasters have plenty of material to work with and zingers will fly at the WMATA Metro (played by a stand-in, comedian Michael J. Foody). 8-10 p.m. Free (but donations encouraged).

FOOD & DRINK: The weather is perfect for the opening of P.J. Clarke’s (1600 K Street NW) patio tonight. Sit outside while you enjoy 50 cent oysters and $4 Port City beers. If you can’t make it tonight, head over any Tuesday the rest of the summer for the same deal. 2:45-7 p.m.

OPEN MIC: The Anacostia Arts Center (1231 Good Hope Road SE) invites you to sing, dance, and perform at their Express Yourself Open Mic Night this evening. Also taking the stage will be host E-Baby, DJ D-Money, Ms. Ebony Kirby (creating a live painting), and artists Mr. Kim, Haelo, and Bathsheba. 8-10 p.m. Free.

COMEDY: The Last Resort Comedy Show gathers local comedians at The Bier Baron Tavern (1523 22nd Street NW) this evening and every Tuesday. 8:30-10:30 p.m. Free.