San Francisco - November 20, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Lots of shop talk.

SHOP
Vanessa Gade & Colleen Mauer Trunk Show
What: Local crafters. Geometric baubles. New designs. Champagne on top.
Why: Twice as nice.
When: Sun., noon-2 p.m.
Where: Chrissy Bee Boutique, 622 Shrader St., at Haight St. (415-221-3020).

Bryna Nicole
What: Want 30 percent off clutches, hobos, totes, and the like? Enter code DAILYCANDY at checkout.
Why: Strap one on.
When: Thru Nov. 28.
Where: Online at brynanicole.com.

GO
Infusion Pilates Studio & Smooth SF Opening Party
What: Cow Hollow soiree with complimentary spa services, Umami bites, and Veev sips.
Why: Love the skin you’re in.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: 1878 Union St., at Laguna St. (415-567-7761).

EAT
George’s BBQ
What: New Mission joint serves ribs, sausage sammies, baked potatoes, brew, and more.
Why: Where there’s smoke …
When: Daily, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 3231 24th St., b/t Capp & Cypress Sts. (415-550-1010).

SEE
Toni Morrison Live
What: Nobel and Pulitzer-winning author talks about her work, including her latest, A Mercy.
Why: It’s a novel experience.
When: Fri., 8 p.m.
Where: Nob Hill Masonic Center, 1111 California St., at Taylor St. (415-776-4702). Tickets online at cityboxoffice.com.