Chicago - July 27, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Don’t hate summer because it’s beautiful.

SEE
Story Bush
What: Artist Hugh Musick writes words and phrases on the leaves of a Star Magnolia bush.
Why: Falling leaves are poetry in motion come October.
When: Daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thru Nov. 1.
Where: Lincoln Park Conservatory, 2391 N. Stockton Dr., at Fullerton Pkwy. (312-742-7736).

DO
Michael Anthony Salon Spa Opening
What: Mani, pedi, cut, color, and relax in a former artists’ colony.
Why: Another milestone in pampering history.
When: Opens Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Thereafter, Mon., Tues. & Thurs., 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Wed., 1-9 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Tree Studios, 621-23 N. State St., b/t Ontario & Ohio Sts. (312-253-0707).

EAT
Chicago Chefs’ Summer Celebration
What: Bayless, Stegner, McClain, and more work magic with Green City Market foods.
Why: Eat your organic-loving heart out.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Lincoln Park, b/t 1750 N. Clark St. & Stockton Dr. Tickets at the door or in advance at Spice House stores or online at thespicehouse.com.

HEAR
The Fray at The Mix’s Party in the Park
What: Free outdoor concert by the pop-driven Denver quartet.
Why: Easy, breezy tunes with a side of suntan.
When: Thurs., 4:30 p.m.
Where: Park Grille, Millennium Park, 11 N. Michigan Ave., at Madison St. (312-946-4794).

BUY
Sale Marathon
What: Krista K & Maternity Shop Around the Clock Sale, Red Head Boutique Semiannual Sale, Shebang Sale, and Body Chemistri Liquidation Sale.
Why: Sprint. Shop. Check heart rate. Repeat.
When: Krista K (nonmaternity), Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. (maternity only), 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Red Head, Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Shebang, Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., thru Aug. 15; Body Chemistri, Thurs., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Krista K, 3458 N. Southport Ave., at Cornelia Ave. (773-248-1967); Red Head, 3450 N. Southport Ave., at Newport Ave. (773-325-9898); Shebang, 1616 N. Damen Ave., b/t North Ave. & Concord Pl. (773-486-3800); Body, 3451 N. Southport Ave., b/t Newport & Cornelia Aves. (773-296-4999).