Chicago - May 18, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Because there’s more to do than ponder Tom Hanks’s mullet.

EAT
Five Star Bar & Grill
What: New West Town spot that’s big on bourbon.
Why: 100 percent fun. Check the proof.
When: Opening, Fri. 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Thereafter, Mon.-Fri., 4 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat., noon-3 a.m.; Sun., noon-2 a.m.
Where: 1424 W. Chicago Ave., b/t Noble St. & Ashland Ave. (312-850-2555).

Brunch at del Toro
What: The Spanish spot now serves in daylight.
Why: Eggs Flamenco awaits. Andale, andale!
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 1520 N. Damen Ave., at Pierce Ave. (773-252-1500).

BUY
Trina Turk Trunk Show
What: Fresh looks for spring and summer.
Why: Styles to fit your sunny disposition.
When: Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Conrad Hotel, 521 N. Rush St., b/t Grand Ave. & Illinois St., Nice room. Call 626-458-7768 ext. 38 for more info.

DO
826CHI Prom: One Night of Magic
What: Benefit for tutoring organization re-creates the big day.
Why: Unlimited spiked punch, silly.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Catherine Cook School Gymnasium, 240 W. Schiller, b/t North Park Ave. & Wieland St. Tickets at the door or online at 826chi.org.

Turning Leaf Vineyards’s Leafscapes
What:  Sip wine while you make mini gardens with edible fruits and veggies.
Why: Green yummies make happy tummies.
When: Thurs., 4-7 p.m. First come, first served.
Where: 1820 N. Wells St., at Lincoln Ave. (888-717-3498).