Boston - December 15, 2005

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

There’s too much partying, shopping, giving, and merry-making to even notice the so-called war on Christmas.

EAT
Eggnog Cake
What: Locally made pecan swirl-topped confection.
Why: Make fruitcake history.
When: Anytime you need a yuletide kick.
Where: Dancing Deer Baking Company (617-442-7300).

Easy Cocktail Party Catering
What: Apple-blue cheese fritters, crab puffs, and spinach-feta phyllo cigars that look homemade.
Why: Easy party-giving at half the cost of a caterer.
When: Anytime, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: Whole Foods Market, Symphony, 15 Westland Ave. (617-375-1010).

DO
ReadBoston Author Series and Silent Auction
What: See writer John Feinstein and win tickets to big games to benefit children’s literacy.
Why: It’s a win-win.
When: Thurs., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets $20.
Where: Game On!, 82 Lansdowne St. (617-918-5289).

BUY
Peace. Joy. Jewels.
What: Twenty percent off Me&Ro, Ten Thousand Things, Nava Zahavi, and more when you buy at least two pieces.
Why: Give unto others. And to yourself.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m.
Where: Matsu, 259 Newbury St. (617-266-9707).

Mobile Christmas Trees
What: Fresh-cut trees delivered to your door.
Why: Time to branch out.
When: Thru Christmas morning.
Where: Kelly Christmas Trees, 167 Centre St., Roxbury (617-298-5512).