Boston - September 22, 2005

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

No one puts baby in a corner. At least not this weekend.

GO
Fresh Skincare Event
What: Free pampering with Fresh’s Sugar, Milk, Sake, and Umbrian Clay lines at Providence’s hip-and-groovy beauty boutique.
Why: Time for a few new facial expressions.
When: Fri. & Sat., by appointment.
Where: Therapy Beauty Bar, 297 Thayer St., Providence (401-331-4777).

EAT
1,000 Cocktails for Katrina
What: Swig retro, New Orleans-inspired libations like Pimm’s Cup, French 75, and Sazerac. All proceeds go to help Katrina victims.
Why: Drinks all around.
When: Thru Oct. 1.
Where: No. 9 Park, 9 Park St., at Beacon St., Beacon Hill (617-742-9991).

HEAR
The Gravel Pit
What: Hard-rockin’ gent Jed Parish and his crew return to play Boston.
Why: Power suits, defined.
When: Sat. at 11:45 p.m.
Where: T.T. The Bear’s Place, 10 Brookline St., Cambridge (617-492-2327).

BUY
Trunk Show for Bernardaud’s New Jewelry
What: The venerable French porcelain co. makes its foray into jewelry.
Why: You think they made your table look good?
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Bliss Home, 121 Newbury St. To reserve a time, call (617-421-5544).

Sale at Calla Zae
What: Get 40 percent off bright-patterned A-lines and appliqued minis.
Why: Skirt the issue.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Calla Zae, 284 Washington St., Brookline (617-735-0009).