Boston - September 03, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

The candy man can.

VISIT
Beacon Hill Chocolates New Store
What: Bigger digs for hot chocolate and espresso bars, a gelato counter, mini cupcakes, and cocoa truffles.
Why: Who you calling a sweet tooth?
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5:30 p.m.
Where: 91 Charles St., Beacon Hill (617-725-1900).

SIP
The Wine Bottega Seminar
What: Newbies learn to swirl, sip, and savor vinos from around the globe.
Why: Bottle of red. Bottle of white.
When: Tonight, 6-8 p.m.
Where: 341 Hanover St., North End. Reservations at 617-227-6607.

LAUGH
Boston Comedy Festival Finals
What: The best of nearly 100 up-and-coming comics from the week-long gigglefest duke it out.
Why: Last laugh.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Hard Rock Cafe, 22 Clinton St. (617-424-7625). Tickets online at bostoncomedyfestival.com.

GO
Brimfield
What: Hit up 22 fields in a massive outdoor antiques show with hundreds of vendors selling treasures from earrings to sofas.
Why: Fields of joy.
When: Tues.-Sept. 13. Schedule at brimfieldshow.com.
Where: 23 Main St., Brimfield (413-283-2418).

SEE
Willy Wonka in Smellovision
What: Sit outside, watch the classic film (Gene, not Johnny), and participate in candy-inspired scent experiments.
Why: No golden ticket needed — it’s free.
When: Fri., 6-9:30 p.m. Rain date, Sat.
Where: 90 Union Sq., Somerville (617-625-6600 ext. 2985).