Chicago - September 22, 2005

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Sparkle. Shine. Bling it on. A weekend worth its weight in gold.

DO
Beauty Splurge!
What: Essence of Rubies facial uses oil infused with the precious gem.
Why: Your T-zone deserves the mother lode.
When: Daily, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. (Reservations needed.)
Where: The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, 120 E. Delaware Pl., at Michigan Ave. (312-649-2340).

BUY
Chicago Designer Shop
What: Twenty independent designers. One shop. A small window of time.
Why: Here a gem, there a gem.
When: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thru Oct. 31.
Where: Marshall Field’s State Street, 111 N. State St., 3rd flr., b/t Randolph & Washington Sts. (312-781-1000).

GO
A Fall Affair
What: Hedge Funds Care hosts cocktails and bites to aid abused and neglected children.
Why: The value of charity? More than fourteen karats.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Enclave, 213 W. Institute Pl., at Wells St. (312-915-3562). Reservations at acteva.com.

SEE
Spectacle ’05: Loves Me … Loves Me Not
What: Redmoon Theater performance set in the middle of a lagoon.
Why: Silver-tongued actors aplenty.
When: Daily, beginning at dusk. Thru Sept. 25.
Where: Jackson Park Lagoon, behind the Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., at 57th St. (312-850-8440 ext. 111).

EAT
Wines from Spain Great Match
What: Benefit for the Greater Chicago Food Depository features 200 Spanish wines and tapas from nine Chicago chefs.
Why: Forget diamonds. Rioja is a girl’s best friend.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Union Station, 210 S. Canal St., at Adams St. Reservations required. R.S.V.P. or  call (866-849-7803).