Boston - July 17, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Bombs away.

DRINK
Sake Bomb Sunday
What: Uni revives the week-ending tradition. A recession-proof $35 gets you four courses and one bomb (the rest are on you).
Why: You really only need one.
When: Sun., 5:30-10 p.m.
Where: 370 Commonwealth Ave., Back Bay (617-536-7200).

Big Picture Soda
What: The vitamin-rich beverage is made by inner-city Rhode Island teens to raise money for college scholarships for underprivileged students.
Why: Sip on something you can feel good about.
When: You’re parched.
Where: Online at bigpicturesoda.org.

HEAR
Freezepop and Akrobatik
What: Boston-based bands are on the lineup along with artists, dancers, and crafts at Somerville’s ArtBeat 2008.
Why: Hot fun in the summertime.
When: Fri. Freezepop, 8:15 p.m.; Akrobatik, 9:15 p.m. Schedule online.
Where: Park Stage, Seven Hills Park, Davis Square.

EAT
Blueberry Pancake Breakfast
What: Verrill Farm celebrates the humble berry with its annual brekkie special (check out the pie-eating contest, too).
Why: It’s all berry good.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-noon.
Where: 11 Wheeler Rd., Concord (978-369-4494).

SHOP
Portobello Road Summer Sale
What: Get 20-40 percent off Trina Turk, Odd Molly, and Love Heals.
Why: No cuckoo clocks or plastic socks here.
When: Thru July 23. Mon. & Tues., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 47 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill (617-264-2020).