Boston - June 11, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Jazz hands, everyone.

LISTEN
Boys Just Wanna Have Fun
What: Hike up your legwarmers for the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus’s Totally ’80s concert benefiting Beth Israel Deaconess Medial Center’s cancer care and research.
Why: Frankie says.
When: Tonight, 8-10 p.m.
Where: Back Bay Events Center, 180 Berkeley St.

RIP
Waxing at the The Spa at Mandarin Oriental
What: One of our favorite spots is finally offering its near-painless hair removal services without requiring you to sign on for a second pricey treatment.
Why: The Spa’s excellent new line of products launched this month.
When: Things are getting a little disco.
Where: 776 Boylston St. (617-535-8820).

LEARN
Fair Trade Boston
What: Get the scoop on sustainable living and social justice while tasting ethically farmed foods, listening to local bands, and shopping fair trade fashions.
Why: For the love of good.
When: Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Artists for Humanity Epicenter, 100 W. 2nd St.

SHOP
Patch NYC Pop-Up Shop at Hudson
What: The beloved West Village home and pretty things store takes its accessories and one-of-a-kind wares to the South End.
Why: Twenty percent of sales from the limited-edition mixed metals necklace will go to a pet-loving charity.
When: Thru July 1.
Where: 312 Shawmut Ave., South End (617-292-0900).

TASTE
Chefs in Shorts
What: Nearly 40 Beantown chefs spark up the grills and cook their favorite summer barbecue dishes to raise money for the Greater Boston Food Bank.
Why: Spare ribs and bare legs.
When: Fri., 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Seaport Hotel World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd. Tickets online at seaportboston.com.