Philadelphia - January 22, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Nothing to cry about.

SEE
Paper Crystals
What: Collaborative show with local artists Chris Kline and Jason Hsu and performing musical guests Ugh, God.
Why: Culture jamming.
When: Fri., 7 p.m.
Where: Pageant Soloveev Gallery, 607 Bainbridge St. (215-925-1535).

READ
The Never Enders
What: Philly-based Michael Sonbert pens a gritty novel chronicling the life of angry artist Perry Patton and his disaffected, drug-addled friends.
Why: Like a nonstop thrill ride through a mental home.
When: Your DVR’s broken.
Where: Online at amazon.com.

SAY GOODBYE
To Bush
What: In honor of the inauguration, Rescue Rittenhouse Spa offers 20 percent off bikini, Brazilian, and lotus waxings.
Why: A change you’ll believe in.
When: Thru Jan. 31. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 255 S. 17th St., 2nd flr. (215-772-2766).

STOCK UP
Reward Winter Sale
What: Take up to 60 percent off fall and winter collections from Lover, Karen Walker, and Opening Ceremony.
Why: Friends with benefits.
When: Tues.-Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 55 N. Second St. (267-773-8675).

Joan Shepp Winter Sale
What: Get Maison Martin Margiela, Chloé, and Yohji Yamamoto at ridiculous discounts.
Why: Start your collection.
When: Today-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 1616 Walnut St. (215-735-2666).