FRIDAY: >> We told you all about the Buzzlife White Party at Five yesterday, so follow the link for more details. >> ArtOutlet presents its first ever Flash animation film festival, called Flick, at Warehouse. Tim Bracken opens the event with an alt-country set at 7 p.m., with screenings from selected artists beginning at 8. $5 suggested donation, also Saturday. SATURDAY: >> Like we mentioned in this week’s music agenda, the artwork of Mingering Mike,…

Chin up, art enthusiasts – the dismal month of August is finally coming to a close. With it are lots of closing gallery exhibits around town. Stay tuned for the barrage of shows that will be opening in area museums and galleries over the next few weeks. >> Heading back to class at The University of Maryland? Be sure to stop in the Union Gallery to see “Every Day,” featuring artwork by Barbara Bergstrom, Tracy…

FRIDAY: >> Capital Jazz Fest 2005 goes throughout the weekend at Merriweather Post Pavilion. The line up includes George Benson, Joe Sample, Chaka Khan (at right) Lalah Hathaway and more. Ticket information can be found here. >> The Capital Pride Festival, which runs through June 12, focuses on the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender communities in D.C. The festival includes panels, film screenings, and a street parade. >> Washington Improv Theater presents its Neutrino Video…

Before heading out of town or burrowing at home with a glass of eggnog and cookies, be sure to check out some new and closing exhibits this week — or to visit some of the decorated historic house museums in D.C. >> “Tradition in Transition: Russian Icons in the Age of the Romanovs” will be closing Dec. 31 at Hillwood Museum & Gardens, the former home of Marjorie Merriweather Post that sits on the edge…