Chicago - July 06, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Cabana boy says, “Relax. I’ve got it all under control.”

BUY
The Lot
What: New street market packed with indie clothing, craft, art, and record vendors.
Why: DIY without doing anything at all.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thru Oct. 29.
Where: 2038 W. North Ave., at Damen Ave.

Bucktown Warehouse Sale
What: Belly Dance Maternity, G Boutique, and Madison and Friends items up to 90 percent off. Cash only.
Why: Booty for your pregnant, sexy, or child-rearing self.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 2025 W. North Ave., at Milwaukee Ave. (888-802-1133).

GO
Bristol Renaissance Faire Opening Weekend
What: Battling swordsmen, steak on stakes, and strolling minstrels.
Why: Huzzah for falconry demos!
When: Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Thru Sept. 4 (open on Labor Day).
Where: 12550 120th Ave., Kenosha, Wis., at the Ill./Wis. border, east of I-94 (847-395-7773).

DO
Nice Bombs Benefit Party
What: Toast Iraqi-American filmmaker’s new doc with eats, belly dancing, and a film clip.
Why: Baghdad from reel close.
When: Sun., 7:30 p.m. 
Where:  Darkroom, 2210 W. Chicago Ave., at Leavitt St. Tickets at the door or online at nicebombs.com.

Osteria Via Stato Farmer’s Market
What: Salumis! Pastas! Cheeses! Plus wine tastings and cooking demos.
Why: The answer to Italian cravings.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thru July 29.
Where: 620 N. State St., at Ontario St. (312-642-8450).