July 5, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

It’s been a tough week. Take a few days off.

SEE
Movies by Moonlight
What: Watch Hitchcock’s Vertigo outdoors on the big screen with a view of the harbor beyond.
Why: Don’t get dizzy. It’s free.
When: Fri. at dusk.
Where: Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, Waterfront (617-439-7000).

GET
An Oxygen Facial
What: New on the lineup at Michaud Cosmedix is the DermalQuench, an airbrush-like treatment that melts lines from your face.
Why: You’ve got an air about you.
When: Next time you need a pampering.
Where: Michaud Cosmedix, 69 Newbury St., 5th flr., Back Bay (617-262-1607).

GO (and BUY)
Lily Holt Trunk Show
What: The fancy footwear designer visits Martha’s Vineyard for a sale.
Why: Go all the way to MV for a pair of shoes? Who wouldn’t?
When: Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Blake a Beach Bungalow, 13 Winter St., Nevin Sq., Edgartown (508-627-9960).

BUY
Ekologic Trunk Show
What: Pick up handmade, recycled clothes at Fire Opal, then check out JP’s First Thursday festivities.
Why: Clothing with a conscience.
When: Tonight, 6-8 p.m.
Where: 683 Centre St., Jamaica Plain (617-524-0262).

WAX
Whatever Needs It
What: The spa at the newly opened Equinox fitness center uses a soft, rose-colored wax that miraculously leaves you less red and bumpy. It still hurts, only less.
Why: Make a spa appointment and use the gym for free.
When: If you can see it, so can they.
Where: 131 Dartmouth St., Back Bay (617-578-8918).