Boston - May 04, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Cinco cosas for your Cinco de Mayo.

DO
Annual Be Kind to Pets Week
What: Adopt a fuzzy creature from The Animal Rescue League of Boston.
Why: A subject sure to give you paws.
When: Thru Sat. (Or anytime you’re feeling benevolent thereafter.)
Where: Animal Rescue League, 10 Chandler St. (617-426-9170 ext. 102).

Bronzing Booth
What: A retro photo booth (read: not spray tanning) where you can pick up gratis bronzing makeovers — sans sun.
Why: For everyone who comes through, Physicians Formula donates $1 to the MGH Cancer Center to further melanoma research.
When: Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 4 South Market Bldg. (617-523-1300).

BUY
Knoll Studio Sale
What: Chic, ultra-modern pieces (nearly half off) from super-cool ecological furniture designer.
Why: Have a seat.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. May 5- 12.
Where: Showroom, 240 Stuart St. (617-482-4805).

Luxury Trunk Show at Nine Zero
What: Ogle everything from Michelle Revere’s home collection to Loro Piano cashmere.
Why: Live well, be well.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 90 Tremont St. (617-772-5800).

Designer Jewelry Trunk Show
What: Various discounts on summer jewelry from the likes of Damiani, Furrer-Jacot, Tycoon Cut, Piero Milano, Peter Storm, and Henry Designs.
Why: Your shining moment.
When: Sat., noon-4 p.m.
Where: Alpha Omega, Natick Mall, 1245 Worcester Rd., Natick (508-655-0700).