Boston - February 19, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

So long, farewell, auf Wiedersehen, workweek.

SEE
Project Mozart Contest
What: Drawing inspiration from Mozart’s works, fashion students design eveningwear to show off at the symphony.
Why: These pieces really sing.
When: Tonight. Fashion showcase, 6:30 p.m.; performance, 8 p.m.
Where: Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave., Back Bay. Tickets at 617-266-1200.

DRINK
Oscar Cocktails
What: Sip down a Frosty Mixon, Salty-Dog Millionaire, or Hazelnut Milk in honor of the big awards show.
Why: And the cocktail goes to …
When: Thru Feb. 24.
Where: Bambara, 25 Edwin H. Land Blvd., Cambridge (617-868-4444).

PEDAL
Cycling for a Cause
What: Get sponsored as a team or an individual to raise money for cancer patient support services at Boston Medical Center.
Why: You need spin control.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Equinox Fitness, 131 Dartmouth St., Back Bay. Reserve a bike online at development.bmc.org.

LEARN
Dante Demos: Hot Cocktails
What: The Cambridge resto gives you an interactive demo to toasty cocktails.
Why: Let’s give them a warm welcome.
When: Sat., 5 p.m.
Where: 40 Edwin H. Land Blvd., Cambridge (617-497-4200).

EAT
Gush over Gascony
What: Soak up the region’s edible highlights like Armagnac, foie gras, and duck confit with regional wines to match.
Why: Embrace your Francophilia.
When: Fri., 5:30-11 p.m.
Where: Radius, 8 High St., Downtown (617-426-1234).

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