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The Weekend Guide

T-Day’s over and it’s on to a new schedule: eat, get, give. Repeat until dizzy.

DO
Dancing Deer Gingerbread House Kit
What: Easy D.I.Y. project that yields a Martha-perfect structure.
Why: Home sweet home.
When: Anytime you need to relax and escape holiday stress.
Where: In the quiet of your calm, family-free kitchen.

SEE
Free Wrapping Demonstrations

What: Learn to fold perfectly neat corners and tie gorgeous bows.
Why: Give the gift of presents that don’t look like crap.
When: Sat. & Sun., 1 & 3 p.m.
Where: The Container Store, 27 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill (617-566-7400).

EAT
Bayou & Game Festival
What: Mangez alligator, snails, venison, and quail at Magnolia’s.
Why: Wild things! You make my mouth sing!
When: Dinner, thru Sun.
Where: Magnolias, 1193 Cambridge St., Cambridge (617-576-1971).

Gilda’s Semiannual
What:
Embellished cashmere scarves and sweaters, belts, shoes, and other accessories marked down 50 to 75 percent.
Why: Present perfect.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Gilda’s, 101 Union St., Newton Centre (617-964-7199).