December 6, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You and the weekend, sitting in a tree. K-I-S-S-I-N-G. First comes love…

SEE
Wunderkammer by Jenny Kendler
What: Graphite portraits of humans wearing animal masks kicks off Fresh, the gallery’s emerging artists series.
Why: It’s kammer time.
When: Thru Dec. 29. Wed.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Kasia Kay Art Projects Gallery, 1044 W. Fulton Mkt., at Carpenter St. (312-492-8828).

Electroma
What: The first feature film shot by Daft Punk follows two robots in a quest to become human.
Why: Domo arigato.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Piper’s Alley, 1608 N. Wells St., at North Ave. R.S.V.P. online at secure.scion.com.

EAT
King Cafe Gourmet & Go
What: Just-opened cafe serves upscale dishes (Maine lobster rolls, vegan roasted tomato and fennel soup) on the quick.
Why: Get the royal treatment.
When: Daily, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The 900 Shops, 900 N. Michigan Ave., at Delaware Pl. (312-280-6122).

SHOP
One of a Kind Show and Sale
What: More than 450 artists and designers sell paintings, photos, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, apparel, and more.
Why: You are truly gifted.
When: Thurs., noon-9 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: The Merchandise Mart, at Wells & Kinzie Sts., 8th flr. (800-677-6278).

ENJOY
2007 While It Lasts
What: Let the countdown begin.
Why: You’re not getting any younger.
When: ’Til midnight on Dec. 31.
Where: Anywhere you please.