Seattle - October 23, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

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SHOP
Thread Show
What: One hundred of the city’s top designers (Ellaina, Spun, Suzabelle, Prairie Underground, Revival Ink) showcase their collections while offering up to 80 percent off designs amid art, tunes, and cocktails.
Why: Too cool for spool.
When: Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St. Info at 619-929-6192. Tickets online at seattle.going.com.

Washington Native Plant Society Plant Sale
What: Shop perennials, bulbs, potted plants, and trees native to the Northwest as well as ecology and botanical books.
Why: Go to pot.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Warren G. Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, bldg. 30 (206-684-4075).

DO
Expo ’86
What: Left Field Revival kicks off a weekend of poetry, film shorts, and music including Tiny Vipers, Hoquiam, Night Canopy, Karl Blau, and Pete Quirk.
Why: You’re an exhibitionist.
When: Fri.-Sun.
Where: Schedule and locations online at expo86seattle.blogspot.com.

SCARE
Georgetown’s Haunted Tours
What: The South End’s supernatural side is illuminated during walking tours of Georgetown’s local architecture and legendary brewery.
Why: It’s fright night.
When: Thru Nov. 1. Fri. & Sat. Neighborhood tour, 6 p.m.; brewery tour, 7 p.m.
Where: Tickets online at brownpapertickets.com.

SEE
Oversight
What: Artist Scott Bailey reflects on global aggression and politics in this multimedia exhibit including paintings, sculpture, and video installations.
Why: Enjoy the view from the top.
When: Thru Nov. 29. Opening reception, Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Lawrimore Project, 831 Airport Way S. (206-501-1231).

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