Boston - September 07, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Shoes, sliders, and snails. Did someone say “triple threat”?

BUY
Kristina Kozak Shoes
What: Get a load (or two, ideally) of the new local designer’s incredible breakout shoe collection.
Why: Heel, girl.
When: As fast as your feet can get you there.
Where: Stel’s, 334 Newbury St., Back Bay (617-262-3348).

SEE
The 22nd Annual Boston Film Festival
What: Sage Stallone (Sly Jr. in his directorial debut, Vic) and former N’Sync’er Joey Fatone (in Homie Spumoni) flaunt their latest flicks.
Why: Scope out the stars from the Commons.
When: Fri.-Sept. 15. See schedule for showtimes.
Where: AMC Loews Boston Common, 175 Tremont St. (617-523-8388).

EAT
See You in September Benefit
What: Snack on sliders and s’mores at Todd English’s Bonfire to raise money for Youth Service Providers Network, a program supported by The Boys and Girls Club.
Why: Pig out with a purpose.
When: Sun., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Boston Park Plaza Hotel & Towers, 64 Arlington St., Back Bay (617-442-4519 ext. 260).

Snails and Sauvignon Blanc
What: Sandrine’s Bistro celebrates ten years with plates of escargot and wine at the bar.
Why: Pace yourself (or not).
When: Thru Sept.
Where: 8 Holyoke St., Cambridge (617-497-5300).

GO
Foxwoods Food & Wine Festival
What: Three days of tastings, chef demos, and gambling (of course).
Why: Sip and spin.
When: Gala dinner, Fri., 7-10 p.m.; grand tasting, Sat. & Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 39 Norwich-Westerly Rd., Mashantucket, Conn. (800-369-9663).