If a tree falls in the office on the weekend, does it still make a sound?

SEE
The Graphic Imperative
What: International sociopolitical posters make for the town’s most searing art-as-commentary exhibit.
Why: Be a poster child.
When: Thurs.-Fri., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Massachusetts College of Art, Bakalar Gallery, 621 Huntington Ave. (617-879-7333).

Jimmy Tingle’s American Dream
What: The wry local comic unleashes his latest stand-up.
Why: Forget his dream. Ours is that Boston’s Masshole comics might become as funny as Tingle.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jimmy Tingle’s Off Broadway theater, 255 Elm St., Somerville (617-591-1616).

EAT
Sandrine’s Louis Jadot Wine Dinner
What: Four courses of très authentic bistro fare paired with vins magnifique.
Why: Make a French toast.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Sandrine’s Bistro, 8 Holyoke St., Cambridge (617-497-5300).

BUY
Whim Sale
What: Burning Torch, Custom More, and Nili Lotan at 30-40 percent off.
Why: Dress to thrill.
When: Thurs., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Whim, 253 Newbury St. (617-437-7600).