January 3, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Resolution, shmesolution.

GET
A Boob Job
What: Expert bra fitters help you find the perfect size support system.
Why: New year, new you.
When: Make a reservation online or just drop by.
Where: Intimacy, Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave., Back Bay (857-277-7887).

EXTEND
LuxLash at Mario Russo
What: The Newbury Street extension shop brings their services to the tony salon.
Why: It’s something to bat an eye at.
When: Call for an appointment
Where: Salon Mario Russo, 9 Newbury St., Back Bay (617-424-6676).

HEAR
Hot Stove, Cool Music
What: Red Sox brass Theo Epstein throws down with local rock legends Kay Hanley, Lori McKenna, and Dicky Barrett at his fundraiser for the Foundation to Be Named Later.
Why: Dig into this entertainment buffet.
When: Spookie Daly Pride, Sat., 8 p.m.; Theo Epstein and friends, Sun., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Paradise Rock Club, 967 Comm. Ave. Tickets at 800-594–8499 or online at thediserockclub.tickets.musictoday.com.

DRINK
Champagne Slurpies
What: They’re bringing the brain freeze back with this sparkling blend of champagne with raspberry or pineapple sorbet.
Why: What’s one more toast?
When: Happy hour.
Where: Betty’s Wok & Noodle, 250 Huntington Ave., Back Bay (617-424-1950).

EAT
Steve Verrill’s Beef Stew
What: He’s every restaurant’s favorite farmer and makes a wicked stew atop his wood-burning stove from meat and veggies he raises himself.
Why: Just in time for your long winter’s nap.
When: Sun., 3-5 p.m. (or until it runs out).
Where: Verrill Farm, 11 Wheeler Rd., Concord (978-369-4494).