Philadelphia - March 13, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Lots to see.

SEE
Raiders of the Lost Ark: the Adaptation
What: The beloved cult version of the film recreated by 12-year-olds in their Mississippi backyards.
Why: This work of genius is shown way too rarely.
When: Sat., 7 p.m.
Where: 941 Theater, 941 N. Front St. (215-235-5603).

Portraits of an Animated Cat
What: Vagabond does it again with Gerik Forston’s video installation of Snake, his cat and a local celebrity.
Why: Just like watching your cat, without that smell thing going on.
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Vagabond, 37 N. Third St. (267-671-0737).

BUY
Rachel Comey
What: The prettiest spring dresses and tops by one of our favorite designers.
Why: You should try to look good.
When: Mon., Tues., Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Petulia’s Folly, 1710-12 Sansom St. (215-569-1344).

EAT
Whiskey Donuts
What: House-made donuts are the new brunch staple.
Why: Whiskey + donuts = true love always.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave. (215-739-9684).