Boston - January 31, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Oh, you are sooo ready for some football.

SCORE
Formaggio Kitchen’s Winter Barbecue
What: Stop by for pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, roasted chestnuts, and more to get ready for the big game.
Why: Meets and greets.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 244 Huron Ave., Cambridge (617-354-4750).

SHINE
Glow and Behold Winter Ball
What: Designer Kristina Kozak, the Hello Stiletto Shoe Club, and Genevieve Boston team up for a night of live music, hors d’oeuvres, and drawings to benefit the Accelerated Cure Project for Multiple Sclerosis.
Why: Raise the roof (and some money).
When: Fri., 8 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Hampshire House, 84 Beacon St., Back Bay (781-632-2067). Tickets online at acceleratedcure.org.

DRESS
In Red
What: Show your support for the American Heart Association by wearing the crimson color.
Why: Keep on ticking.
When: Fri.
Where: Whenever you feel the beat.

STAY
Frosty Fridays Package
What: Your single-night room rate is the same as the temperature outside. Plus, receive freebies like hot chocolate for two at Brasserie JO and more.
Why: Baby, it’s cold outside.
When: Thru Mar. 31. Every Fri.
Where: The Colonnade Hotel, 120 Huntington Ave., Back Bay (617-424-7000).

SACK
That Plastic Bag
What: Help Whole Foods Market eliminate the disposable carrier by Earth Day 2008. Pick up a metro caddie for only $20.
Why: It takes an ecovillage.
When: Anytime you’re seeing green.
Where: Locations online at wholefoodsmarket.com.