Boston - June 18, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

So many festivals, so little time.

CHILL
Life Is Good Festival
What: Spend the day outside listening to live music (folk, gospel, brass band), participating in ice cream-eating contests, and strolling the park to benefit Project Joy, a charity that helps kids in need.
Why: Really, it’s not too shabby.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Boston Common, Charles St., at Beacon St.

SHOP
Ivee Sample Sale
What: Get up to 70 percent off tops, jackets, yoga pants, and the bamboo collection from one of our favorite gym gear lines.
Why: Get physical.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Soodee, 170 Newbury St., Back Bay (617-266-7888).

GO
Matouk Factory Store
What: Deeply discounted and buttery soft sheets, duvet covers, and home goods from the classic New England brand.
Why: Between the designer sheets.
When: Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: 925 Airport Rd., Fall River (508-997-3444).

WALK
Chinatown Main Street Festival
What: Watch a lion dance, taste Asian foods, visit vendor booths, and walk the streets of one of the city’s cultural hubs.
Why: More than after-hours cold tea.
When: Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Chinatown Park, 160 Kingston St.

PLAY
The DailyCandy 100-Day Giveaway, Presented by Comcast.net
What: Acing a sweet little game of tic-tac-toe can deliver serious prizes from the likes of Gemma Redux, Rubie Green, and Rebecca Minkoff.
Why: You can always find three in a row.
When: Anytime you’re feeling lucky (until Sept. 22, that is).
Where: Online at comcast.net.

DRINK
American Craft Beer Fest
What: Taste more than 300 brews from around the country (many of which aren’t available on the East Coast) and listen in on guest speakers or pairing classes.
Why: Hops to it.
When: Fri., 6-9:30 p.m.; Sat., 1-4:30 p.m. & 6-9:30 p.m.
Where: Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd. (617-385-4212). Tickets at 877-725-8849 or select locations.