Philadelphia - September 28, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Put down the Ben & Jerry’s and do something, yo.

SEE
The Bicycle Show
What: Mixed media on paper featuring your favorite mode of transport, plus a collaboration with Jack Robinson of alotofdots.com (art created from scanned images).
Why: I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride my bike.
When: Mon., noon-7 p.m.; Tues.-Thurs. & Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thru October 19.
Where: Bicycle Revolutions, 712 S. Fourth St. (215-629-2453).
 
HEAR
Mates of State
What: Husband/wife duo play pop-sappy ballads and dance like maniacs.
Why: It’ll renew your faith in love (songs).
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Starlight Ballroom, 460 N. Ninth St. Tickets at 866-468-7619 or online at ticketweb.com.

DO
German-American Parade
What: Old men in lederhosen getting sloshed on Bavarian brews and marching through the streets of North Philly.
Why: It’s the one time a year when it’s okay to smell like sauerkraut and sausage links.
When: Sat., 2 p.m.
Where: Frankford Ave., b/t Welsh Rd. & Knorr St.

EAT
Aqua
What: New BYO serves tried-and-true Malaysian and Thai dishes.
Why: Heaping plates under $12.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: 705 Chestnut St. (215-928-2838).

BUY
Nerdy Glasses
What: Hundreds of quirky, costumey, and vintage-inspired frames from Axel S., Dolce & Gabbana, Fiction, Paul Frank, Retro Specs, Oliver Peoples, and more.
Why: The better to see you with.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Modern Eye, 145 S. 13th St. (215-922-3300); 3419 Walnut St. (215-386-5953).