Dallas - March 08, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

We have only one thing to say: Sashay shantay.

Live Draw
What: Three models change poses as eight artists (like locals Rolando Diaz, Arthur “Artman” James, and Bob Poe) capture them on canvas to benefit Arts Fighting Cancer.
Why: It’s a little sketchy.
When: Sat., 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Dallas Center for Contemporary Art, 2801 Swiss Ave., Downtown (214-363-0162). Tickets at the door.

SEE
Fashion at the Park
What: Three more days. Fifteen shows to go. One less reason to stalk Gisele.
Why: You’d better work.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., noon-7:30 p.m.
Where: NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expwy. (214-363-7441). Tickets online at northparkcenter.com.

HEAR
North by Southwest Festival
What: Music festival featuring local talent including The Polyphonic Spree and Johnny Lloyd Rollins.
Why:  Head in a new direction.
When: Sat. & Sun., noon-10 p.m.; Mon. & Tues., 3-midnight.
Where: Ellum Onstage, 2803 Taylor St., Deep Ellum (214-651-0633).

BUY
The Fashionistas Color Design Lip Collection
What: Ten percent of proceeds from a special collection — full of colors like Top Model and Red Stiletto — chosen by the nonprofit group go to its Fashion Museum Fund.
Why: Hue knew?
When: Thru Mar. 31.
Where: Lancome Boutique, NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expwy. (214-750-9364).

DO
Little Athletes
What: Sign up junior now for new age-appropriate classes designed to develop his or her motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and social interaction.
Why: Be a good sport.
When: Starts Mar. 12.
Where: PSA Star Center, 6500 Preston Meadow Dr., Plano (972-208-3805).