May 8, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

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FEEL
Intermix Discount
What: To celebrate Intermix Bucktown’s grand opening, present a printout of this e-mail or enter DCCHICAGO online and receive 20 percent off full-price merch. (One transaction per person. This deal is nontransferable. Offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or gift cards. No adjustments to prior purchases.)
Why: As if you need a reason.
When: Fri.-Sun.
Where: 1633 N. Damen St., b/t Wabansia & North Aves. (773-292-0894); 40 E. Delaware Pl., at Rush St. (312-640-2922); 841 W. Armitage Ave., at Dayton St. (773-404-8766); online at intermixonline.com.

STROLL
Walk West Shopping Event
What: West Loop boutiques (Bess & Loie, Koros, Pivot, Tribeca, and more) offer 15 percent discounts and drinks.
Why: Put your West foot forward.
When: Thurs., 5-9 p.m.
Where: Your fave shops in the hood. Info at 312-226-2247.

SEE
America the Beautiful
What: Darryl Roberts’s new doc takes a provocative look at the image-obsessed fashion industry.
Why: It’s juicier than the fruited plain.
When: Opens Fri.
Where: Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema, 2828 N. Clark St., at Diversey Pkwy. (773-509-4949).

TOUR
Smart Home: Green + Wired
What: Three-story modular and sustainable green home shows off ecofriendly technologies.
Why: Make a house call.
When: Mon.-Sat., 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Museum of Science and Industry, 57th St. & Lake Shore Dr. (773-684-1414). Tickets online at msichicago.org.

SURF
Habit Online Shop
What: Designer boutique opens for e-biz with select designers like Abigail Glaum-Lathbury, Ruth Zelanski, Filly, and more.
Why: Don’t break the habit.
When: You’re bored at work.
Where: Online at habitchicago.com.