Well, look who came back around.

HEAR
DJ Mash-Up at the ISGM
What: DJs Fa Ventilato and Die Young perform at the Gardner Summer Night party.
Why: Mix it up.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 280 The Fenway, Fenway (617-278-5156).

SEE
Shakespeare Slams
What: The bard’s verse goes contempo in this free outdoor performance.
Why: Wherefore art thou, brotha?
When: Fri., 6 p.m.; Sat., 4:30 p.m.; Sun., 7:45 p.m.
Where: Winthrop Park, corner of JFK & Mt. Auburn Sts., Cambridge.

SHOP
Under the Influence
What: Achilles Project slashes 50 percent off labels like Bruce and Jovovich-Hawk with free cocktails and bites by Persephone.
Why: Don’t be a heel.
When: Thurs., 6 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 283 Summer St., Ft. Point (617-423-2257).

MAKE
The Perfect Weekend Brunch
What: Aujourd’hui chefs offer pointers on their favorite brunch dishes.
Why: We wake for lemon ricotta hotcakes and mimosas.
When: Sat., 9:30 a.m.-noon.
Where: Four Seasons Hotel Boston, 200 Boylston St., Back Bay. Reservations at 617-351-2161.

EXPLORE
PocketMetro
What: New handheld GPS device is loaded with notes on the city’s best sights and restos.
Why: You’re so lost.
When: Rent one for the day.
Where: Online at pocketmetro.com.