Anime Artist Residency: Kids ages 9 to 18 can learn the art of anime drawing from artist Chris Jamison in a five-day course. [10 a.m. Freer Gallery of Art, 1050 Independence Ave. SW]
Tuesday
Against All Odds: An exhibit tells the story of the rescue of 33 Chilean miners trapped for almost two months in a collapsed mine. [10 a.m. National Museum of Natural History, 10th Street and Constitution Avenue NW]
Wednesday
“The Merry Wives of Windsor:” Stephen Rayne directs the bawdy stage comedy. [7:30 p.m. Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St. NW]
Thursday
According to What?: Sculpture, photography and video by provocative Chinese artist Ai Weiwei is exhibited. [10 a.m. Hirshhorn Museum, Independence Avenue and Seventh Street SW]
Brandi Carlile: The folk rock singer-songwriter performs with Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band and the Lumineers. [7 a.m. Wolf Trap, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna]
Friday
The Fillmore Locals Rock Series: Bravenoise, Cyrenic, Sons of the Radio, and Black Dog Prowl perform. [8 p.m. The Fillmore, 8656 Colesville Road, Silver Spring]
Saturday
Pauly Shore: The comedian and actor performs “Pauly-tics.” [9 p.m. 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW]
Old Town Farmers’ Market: Operating since 1753, this outdoor market might be one of the nation’s oldest. [5 a.m., 221 King St., Alexandria]
Sunday
Independence Day Family Tea: Kids can dress up in period costumes, make patriotic crafts and enjoy tea with tasty sweets. [1 p.m. Tudor Place, 1644 31st St. NW]
Jim’s Big Ego: The pop trio from Boston performs with Brian Huber. [8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna]