Miami - February 22, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Move along: There’s lots to do before the Oscars.

SEE (and HEAR)
Merce Cunningham Dance Company & Sigur Rós
What: The NYC-based ensemble and the experimental indie band from Iceland team up to blow your mind.
Why: It’s your one-way ticket to rockjavik.
When: Sun., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Carnival Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. (305-949-6722).

Purvis of Overtown
What: The documentary about Overtown artist Purvis Young screens thru February in celebration of Black History Month.
Why: You prefer the classics.
When: Continuous showings Thurs.-Sat., noon-5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: The Lyric Theater, 819 NW 2nd Ave. (305-358-1146).

EAT
Decadent Dining Diversions
What: Area restaurants offer a special tasting menu celebrating the South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
Why: No ticket required.
When: Sat., dinner.
Where: Participants online at sobewineandfoodfest.com.

Social Clambake Thursdays
What: Steamed lobster, clams, corn on the cob, and New England clam chowder.
Why: You found a great pah-king spot.
When: Thurs., 7-10 p.m.
Where: Social Miami at Sagamore, 1671 Collins Ave., Miami Beach (786-594-3344).

DO
Walk for the Animals
What: Raise money for The Humane Society of Greater Miami, plus entertainment and free stuff.
Why: It’ll be fun, fur real.
When: Sat., 8:30 a.m.
Where: Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd. Info at 305-749-1815.

Photo Credit: Tony Dougherty