July 3, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Let the sparks fly.

CELEBRATE
The Fourth at Dante
What: Sip cocktails atop the riverside patio, then indulge in a six-course meal at chef Dante de Magistris’s Independence Day soiree.
Why: It’ll have you seeing stars and stripes.
When: Fri., 6 pm.
Where: Royal Sonesta Hotel, 40 Edwin H. Land Blvd., Cambridge (617-497-4200). Reservations required.

STAY
Aloft Hotel Opens
What: Lexington gets the playful W Hotel spin-off.
Why: Stay close to home.
When: Go now.
Where: 727 Marrett Rd., Lexington (877-462-5638).

SEE
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
What: Movies by Moonlight series features the Frank Capra classic.
Why: What’s more American than Jimmy Stewart?
When: Fri., dusk.
Where: Intrigue Cafe Terrace, Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, Waterfront (617-439-7000).

CHILL
Polar Attractions
What: Visit life in the arctic through pieces of ice-inspired creations by 32 artists.
Why: It’s as cold as ice.
When: Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Peabody Essex Museum, E. India Sq., Salem (978-745-9500).

FIX
Those Toes Already
What: Clean up ugly feet with a tropical citrus pedi at Carriage House Salon & Spa.
Why: Bless their soles.
When: Thru Aug. 31. Mon., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed July 4.
Where: 33 Church St., Harvard Sq. (617-868-7800).