Photo by Kristine Marsh.
FRIDAY
MAGIC: David London’s Weekend of Magic begins tonight with a show packed with “storytelling, comedy, surrealism, philosophy, and that which cannot be defined.” Logan Fringe Arts Space: Trinidad Theatre (1358 Florida Avenue NE) 8 p.m. $20.
MINIONS: The Rosslyn BID screens Despicable Me as part of their LOL Fridays Outdoor Film Fest. Gateway Park (1300 Lee Highway) Movie begins at dusk. Free.
MOAPIA: If you’ve had enough of the Minions, you can head to Chinatown Park instead, where the Mayor’s Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs will be screening House of Flying Daggers. Free popcorn! Chinatown Park (555 I Street NW) 8 p.m. Free.
SATURDAY
SELF-DEFENSE: Improve your ability to divert attackers in this training seminar that will teach you about behavioral patterns of criminals, verbal negotiation, hand and foot maneuvering, and more. RISE Center (1350 Pennsylvania Avenue SE) 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $15.
COMMUNITY: DCTV’s Community Day Festival returns with performances by Black Alley, violinist Chelsey Green, reggae band Stryker’s Posse, DJ Marc Nfinit, and more. DCTV (901 Newton Street NE) 1-6 p.m. Free.
AREPAS: Celebrate Arepa Zone’s Launchpad victory and upcoming opening at Union Market with unlimited cocktails, beer from Hellbender Brewing Company, music by DJ Mari, and of course, arepas. Mess Hall (703 Edgewood Street NE) 7-11 p.m. $35.
SUNDAY
SWAP: Have clothes you don’t want anymore? Take them to the Goodwill of Greater Washington for the Swap and Shop and while you’re there, keep an eye out for items you do want. Goodwill of Greater Washington (2200 South Dakota Avenue NE) 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $5 suggested donation.
SLIDERS: Pike & Rose’s Slider Smackdown and Block Party will feature sidewalk sales, live music from AMP by Strathmore, giveaways, and more. Free to attend, but the slider tasting is $20. Pike & Rose (11580 Old Georgetown Road) 1-4 p.m.