January 10, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Beat those winter blues with two sticks and a set of poles.

GO
Popcorn & Powder
What: Cuddle up with The Woodstock Inn’s weekend getaway package for skiing at Suicide Six and Saturday movie night.
Why: It’s all downhill from here.
When: Thru the end of the season. Holiday weekends excluded.
Where: 14 The Green, Woodstock, Vt. (800-448-7900).

EAT
Strega Nonna Dinner
What: La Morra creates a fairytale fantasy by tossing pasta out the windows at this handmade pasta dinner.
Why: Josh Ziskin’s beef agnolotti with butter and sage.
When: Sun., 5:30 p.m.
Where: 48 Boylston St., Brookline Village (617-739-0007). Call for reservations.

FIND
Tim Partridge at Atlantic Fish
What: The elusive chef resurfaces at this Back Bay seafood spot with new menu items in tow.
Why: Give his tuna Bolognese a twirl.
When: Sun.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11:30 a.m.-midnight.
Where: 761 Boylston St., Back Bay (617-267-4000).

DO
Makeup Application Classes
What: Grab seven friends for a private night of blushes, bronzers, snacks, and sips.
Why: You’ll get a case of brushes and 15 percent off all purchases.
When: Appointments can be made for after regular business hours.
Where: Melt, 172 Newbury St., Back Bay (617-262-1116).

LEARN
Cake Decorating Class
What: Pick up tips on frosting, piping, and flowers while you practice on your own six-incher.
Why: It’s buttercreaminess.
When: Sun., 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Dessert Works, 38 Vanderbilt Ave., Norwood (781-769-1133). Call to register.