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[ CONCERT ] Screamfest The title of this showcase of hip-hop and R&B headlined by Ciara, T.I. and T-Pain refers to the sound of the crowd, because you certainly aren't going to see "Idol"-like theatrics coming from this bill. The tour hits Verizon Center on Saturday. $55-$65. 7 p.m. 601 F St. NW. 202-397-7328.
Maryland
Today
[ FILM ] Preview: "Resurrecting the Champ" The Comcast Outdoor Film Festival's stay at Strathmore includes one rare offering, as far as outdoor summer screenings go: an advance look at "Resurrecting the Champ." In the movie, a struggling sports reporter played by Josh Hartnett discovers that a homeless man is actually a former boxer who had been on the cusp of success and lost it all -- and who, many believed, was no longer living. The movie (rated PG-13 if you're thinking about taking the fam) doesn't hit theatres for a week. Free; proceeds from concession sales benefiting NIH Children's Charities. 8:30 p.m. (Grounds open at 6:30, so you can get there early with your blanket or chairs to stake out a spot or picnic.) Strathmore Lawn, 10701 Rockville Pike. 301-816-6958 or, for a schedule and full list of rules, visit http:/
[ CONCERT ] A Last Glimpse at the Outdoor Concert The performances in downtown Bethesda have long since shuttered, but there is one last act, originally scheduled for mid-July, that had been postponed till now. Catch soul-and-variety act One Night Stand tonight at Veterans Park. Free. 6-8 p.m. Norfolk and Woodmont avenues. 301-215-6660.
Tomorrow
[ THE GREAT OUTDOORS ] Frederick Sports Expo The Web site for the Frederick Sports Expo highlights something called the "Maryland Chainsaw Extravaganza," but never mind that (terrifying as it sounds, it's a log-carving competition). This fair for outdoorsy types and sports aficionados includes a dog dock-jumping competition, a pond for children to fish, a mechanical bull, an archery range and a hot-rod show. Go tomorrow when admission is free with a coupon, available on the event's Web site, http:/
Northern Virginia
Today
[ FESTIVALS ] The Arlington County Fair The annual indoor-outdoor affair runs for four days at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center. The event is smallish but has all the things fairs should have: scary rides, games and, of course, racing pigs. Best of all: Admission is free. 5-10 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. tomorrow and Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday. 3501 South Second St. Arlington. For shuttle info and schedules, visit http:/
[ CONCERT ] Say Goodbye to Rock at the Row The Pentagon Row outdoor concerts end with a show tonight by earnest local singer-songwriter Taylor Carson, a New Jersey native who lists among his influences Dave Matthews and John Mayer, not to mention rock and reggae. In the event of rain, the concert will not be rescheduled. Free. 7-9 p.m. 1250 S. Hayes St., Arlington. 703-413-6691.
Tomorrow
[ CONCERT ] "The Magic Flute" The Wolf Trap Opera Company performs Mozart's tale, which follows a prince's quest to find and be with his love. $36-$58; lawn, $8. Tomorrow and Saturday at 8 p.m. Wolf Trap, Filene Center, 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna. 877-965-3872.
Saturday
[ FOR FAMILIES ] Bat Fest (No, Not the Baseball Kind) Conservation organization Bat World NOVA presents this evening at which kids can practice being a bat, play games and make crafts. There will be talks 15 minutes before each hour and guided walks at 8 and 9 p.m. $6 (ages 2 and younger, free). Registration required. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Meet at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Rd., Arlington. For information call 703-228-3403; register at 703-228-4747 (mention program No. 643204L).
