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The Weekend Guide

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LAP UP
Pop-Up Ice Cream Shoppe
What:
Douglas Quint of NYC’s Big Gay Ice Cream Truck travels up the coast to dish his popular soft-serve concoctions (check out the Bea Arthur) with fancy toppings like sea salt and olive oil.
Why: Exclusive-to-us treats like the banana, cocoa, and granola sundae.
When: Fri., 1 p.m. until it’s gone.
Where: Adrian’s Restaurant, 535 Rte. 6, North Truro (508-487-4360).

ROCK OUT
JP Music Fest
What:
The hood launches its inaugural jam collective, with 21 homegrown bands (Brief Awakening, Erin Harpe & The Delta Swingers, Mr. Sister) tripping the light fantastic on two outdoor stages.
Why: Pregame with the festival’s mixtape.
When: Sat., 1-7 p.m.
Where: Pinebank Baseball Field, Jamaicaway, at Perkins St. Event is free.

LISTEN
Decorate Tour
What:
Decor8 blogger (and former New Hampshire resident) Holly Becker returns from Germany to unveil her first book ($35), a collection of stunning yet accessible room photos and clever how-tos.
Why: Your home decor has taken one too many pages from the Ikea catalog.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Anthropologie, 799 Boylston St., Back Bay (617-262-0545). R.S.V.P. to anthroevents@anthropologie.com.

TRAVEL
Vermont Vineyard and Winery Open House Weekend
What:
Snake north to savor tours and tastings at 24 vino-producing venues; don’t skip the state’s surprisingly enticing ice wines, made from frosted grapes.
Why: Cheese plates and wood-fired pizza keep you upright.
When: Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Map and locations online at vermontgrapeandwinecouncil.com. Event is free.

TOP OFF
Smiling Sauce
What:
Buds Diane Lima and Nancy Hamilton mix dips, dressings, and marinades both savory (spicy veggie) and sweet (orange-mango) using seasonal and local elements.
Why: Mark your calendar for Burst cranberry sauce (available in Oct.), made with butter, shallots, and organic chicken broth.
When: Every Tues., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Copley Square Farmers Market, Boylston St., at Dartmouth St., Back Bay.

Photo: Donnie Tsang / Courtesy of Big Gay Ice Cream

Location
Anthropologie
799 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116
617-262-0545
Pinebank Baseball Field
Jamaicaway
@ Perkins St
Boston, MA 02130
Adrian's Restaurant
535 Rte 6
North Truro, MA 02652
508-487-4360
Boylston St
@ Dartmouth St
Boston, MA 02116
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