Out & About

Home makeover

Does the kitchen need an island, or the living room an extension? This weekend, you can explore those ideas at the Remodeling Expo at the Dulles Expo Center, where nearly 300 exhibitors will show off their newest designs. Michael Maloney, star of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” will be on hand Saturday to answer questions and sign autographs. The expo starts tomorrow and runs through Sunday. Show hours are 4 to 9:30 p.m. tomorrow, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $8 for adults and $3 for children 6 to 12. It’s free for children 5 and under. See www.remodeling-expo.com, or call 703/378-0910.

R&B; at DAR

From the velvety smooth vocals of Mario Winans and Carl Thomas to the upbeat anthems of 112, tomorrow evening’s “Ladies Night at Constitution Hall” promises to be one great night of R&B.; Each act is set perform tracks from their latest releases. Men, incidentally, are more than welcome to come along. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets are $55. 18th and D streets NW. 202/397-SEAT.

Flamenco’s four elements

From flamenco’s traditional roots in Gypsy culture to its modern innovations, the fifth annual “Flamenco Gala: Los 4 Elementos” showcases the best of flamenco for one night only on Wednesday at the Lisner Auditorium. Featured are some of Flamenco’s top dancers and musicians, including Rocio Molina, Gerardo Nunez and Carlos Rodriguez. Tickets are $20 to $50. Showtime is 8 p.m. 301/808-6900.

America’s pastime

Momix, an internationally known dance and illusionist troupe, presents its newest work, “Baseball,” at the George Mason Center for the Arts this weekend. The multimedia performance is a lighthearted look at America’s pastime, with music from James Brown, Queen and many others. Performances are at 8 p.m. tomorrow and Saturday. Tickets are $21 to $42. 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. 703/218-6500.

Intelligent jokester

Comedian Carlos Mencia grew up around comedy — he is one of 18 children — and took the leap into stand-up after only one quick performance at an open-mic night. He now has two TV shows in the works, a hit Comedy Central special and a loyal following from California to the District. Mr. Mencia headlines at the four nights of no-holds-barred comedy tonight through Sunday at the DC Improv. Showtimes vary. Tickets are $25. 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202/296-7008.

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