Exactly 127 years ago today, Thomas Edison demonstrated electric light. For his sake and yours, make this weekend a bright one.

BUY
Il Buco Olive Oil
What: Stock up on Umbria’s finest while it’s 40 percent off.
Why: They’re extending the olive branch.
When: Fri. until they sell out.
Where: Online at ilbuco.com. 

Wink
What: The New York boutique just put its stellar stash of goods online.
Why: Open your eyes.
When: Before everyone else gets to it.
Where: Online at winknyc.com.

DO
Less Than Three Online Video Competition
What: Upload your own video that’s 180 seconds or less, and you might win Lonely Planet’s Great Moments in Travel contest. (Winner receives a $7,500 journey around the world.)
Why: Less is more.
When: By Jan. 15, 2007.
Where: Online at lonelyplanet.com. 

READ
The Art of Friendship
What: Father-daughter duo Roger and Sally Horchow’s new book about 70 rules to make meaningful connections with people.
Why: Bone up on your social studies.
Where: Online at amazon.com.

DRINK
Unthirsty
What: The website finds the closest happy hour location when you need to drown your sorrows.
Why: It’s time for a little brew-haha.
Where: Online at unthirsty.com.