Get out!

1) Sounds Like...Tae Kwon Do

Distressed by the recent increase in crime? Take these self defense lessons to become a competent practitioner, if not master, of Moo Doe.

Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7:00 p.m. New England School of Oom Yung Doe, 576 Washington St., Brighton. Free.



2) Calling Indie Wannabes

The Grammy-nominated rockers of Death Cab for Cutie will return to Boston after playing to a full house at the same venue back in 2006.

Friday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. Agganis Arena, Boston University. $33.50.



3) Rock the Vote, Literally

Politics is for hipsters! McCain watches “The Hills” and Obama’s a heartthrob. Now, you can register to vote while partying to house mixes spun by DJs Bruno, Maurice Wilkey, and KC Hallet.

Sunday, Oct. 5 at 10:00 p.m. An Tua Nua, 32 Beacon St., Boston. $10.



4) Baked Fresh: A Festival!

Fill up on schwag, snacks, and live music at the artsy event of the year for college kids and young adults.

Sunday, Oct. 5. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sowa Open Market, 540 Harrison Ave., Boston. Free.



5) Cookie Monster

Bring your sweet tooth to the 75 Chestnut Restaurant, but leave your purse at home, because you can sample and review expertly prepared cookies for free.

Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 5:00 p.m. 75 Chestnut, 75 Chestnut St., Beacon Hill, Boston. Free.