Boston - April 23, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You’re a giver.

BOOK
Nantucket Island Resorts
What: DailyCandy subscribers get 25 percent off select rooms and categories at the luxe ACK spots during May and June.
Why: The White Elephant’s in the rooms.
When: Your Lilly Pulitzer capris need some island air.
Where: Call 800-475-2637 and mention DC or book online at nantucketislandresorts.com.

SEE (and SMELL)
Art in Bloom
What: Spy dozens of fresh floral arrangements, all inspired by famous MFA works.
Why: They’ll be picture perfect.
When: Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Mon., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave. (617-267-9300).

GO GO GO
Dash for a Difference
What: Teams of two to five raise money by following clues and completing tasks in a race to support Boston Cares volunteers throughout the year.
Why: You’re caring. And competitive.
When: Sat., 8:30 a.m.
Where: Register online at firstgiving.com.

TASTE
Eat Local, Drink Local: Beer Pairing Goes Green
What: Sip brew from local micros and taste select Massachusetts-made cheeses, all crafted within 100 miles of Beantown.
Why: Keep your friends close and your food supply closer.
When: Sat., 3-6 p.m.
Where: Wine Gallery, 375 Boylston St., Brookline (617-277-5522).

DANCE
Puma City Opening Night
What: Kick off the three-week Boston stopover of the nine-month, round-the-world sailboat race with copious drinks and music.
Why: Your sea legs were made for dancing.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.-midnight
Where: Fan Pier, 28 Northern Ave.