San Francisco - March 26, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

It’s a beautiful day. Don’t let it get away.

SHOP
Edun Pop-Up
What: Ali Hewson (a.k.a. Bono’s wife) stops by Clary Sage Organics in Pac Heights to celebrate the opening of her temporary spring/summer shop.
Why: Don’t miss the genesis.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: 2241 Fillmore St., b/t Clay & Sacramento Sts. (415-673-7300). R.S.V.P. to rsvp@arieff.com.

Anica Boutique Vintage Trunk Show
What: Snag ready-to-wear at 30 percent off while nibbling chocolate-dipped strawberries paired with mimosas at the Russian Hill shop.
Why: Missoni, YSL, Givenchy, and more.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 2418 Polk St., at Union St. (415-447-2878).

SUPPORT
Taste of Success: a Benefit for Junior Achievement
What: Help fund in- and after-school programs for NorCal students at the annual fete with cooking demos, live jazz, a wine auction, and food sampling by local restos.
Why: It makes the grade.
When: Sat., 3-6 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Club, 135 Fisher Loop, at Sheridan Ave. Tickets online at atasteofsuccess.eventbrite.com or at the door. Info at 925-465-1081.

SIP
Bubbly & Beer Garden
What: Toast The Cosmopolitan’s new $4 patio happy hour with Belgian beers, bubbly by the glass, waffle and chicken sausage sliders, and Gruyere and ham sammies.
Why: Gee fizz.
When: Starts Fri. Every Wed. & Fri., 4-8 p.m.
Where: 121 Spear St., b/t Howard & Mission Sts. (415-543-4001).

SAVE
Amy Kuschel Bride and Bella Bridesmaid Sample Sale
What: Wedding gowns and bridesmaid frocks by Vera Wang, Amsale, Melissa Sweet, and more are up to 50 percent off.
Why: Make a $20+ donation to EQCA or Breast Cancer Fund and score an additional 10 percent off your AKB gown.
When: Sun., noon-4 p.m.
Where: Amy Kuschel Bride, 23 Grant Ave., b/t Geary & O’Farrell Sts., 5th flr. (415-956-5657).

CONSERVE
Earth Hour
What: Turn your lights off for 60 minutes to save energy in World Wildlife Fund’s third annual global effort to reduce wasted wattage.
Why: You’re a switch-hitter.
When: Sat., 8:30 p.m.
Where: The bulbs are burning.