Chicago - August 02, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

August is here. Try to keep your cool.

EAT
Healthy Cupcakes
What: New, made-to-order cupcakes that are vegan, low fat, gluten free, or sugar free.
Why: They’ll sell like hotcakes.
When: As if it matters.
Where: Cupcakes, 613 W. Briar Pl., at Broadway Ave. (773-525-0817).

Bin 36 Dinner and Book Signing
What: Italian feast with Faith Willinger, author of Adventures of an Italian Food Lover.
Why: Eat your words.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: 339 N. Dearborn St., at the River. Tickets online at brianhalltest.com.

Journey into the Realm: Paintings by Bruce Noel Mortenson
What: Lyrical pop-art paintings and a large-scale mural by the School of the Art Institute grad.
Why: Have art, will travel.
When: Opens Sat. Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., at Michigan Ave. (312-744-6630).

SHOP
Southport Sidewalk Showcase
What: Boutiques pawn their summer merch at deep discounts.
Why: Walk on the wild side.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Southport Ave., from Belmont St. to Byron Ave. (773-472-7171).