Boston - May 15, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Roll with it.

RIDE
Your Bike
What: Spin your wheels into town and be rewarded with free brekkie courtesy of Bay State Bike Week.
Why: Hello, $3.70 a gallon?
When: Fri., 7-9 a.m.
Where: Government Ctr. Plz., Downtown.

CELEBRATE
Excelsior Fifth Birthday
What: Back Bay hotspot blows out the candles with free apps and $5 drink specials.
Why: The Southern Drawl cocktail deserves a high five.
When: Thurs., 10 p.m.
Where: 272 Boylston St., Back Bay (617-426-7878).

SHOP
In-jean-ius Sidewalk Sale
What: Score J Brand, Michael Stars, and Joie for under $100.
Why: Rack up some savings.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 441 Hanover St., North End (617-523-5326).

CHEER
For Boobs
What: Camp out along the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer route to support those walking 39 miles to the finish.
Why: Rah rah for the tatas.
When: Opening ceremony, Sat., 6:30 a.m.; closing ceremony, Sun., 3 p.m.
Where: Find cheering stations online at walk.avonfoundation.org.

DANCE
Silent Rave
What: Catch the noiseless bug with hundreds of others at the city’s first silent dance party.
Why: Dance like everybody’s watching.
When: Fri., 7:19-11:19 p.m.
Where: Boston Common, at the NW corner of Beacon & Charles Sts. Info at silentraveboston@gmail.com.