June 19, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Hey sister, go sister, solsticer.

VOLUNTEER
Girls Rock Chicago
What: Rock ’n’ roll day camp for girls needs counselors, band coaches, lunch ladies, instrument teachers, caregivers, and more.
Why: You’re out of tune.
When: July 28-Aug. 3. Sign up to volunteer now.
Where: Inter-American Magnet School, 851 W. Waveland Ave., b/t N. Halsted & N. Fremont Sts.

GO
Lake Michigan Shore Wine Festival
What: Sample local vinos, play beach volleyball, and listen to live bands in southwest Michigan.
Why: It’s a shore thing.
When: Sat. Volleyball, 10 a.m. (registration, 9 a.m.); wine fest, 1-10 p.m.
Where: Weko Beach, at Lake Street & Lake Michigan, Bridgman, Michigan (888-871-5482).

SHOP
Joann Lysiak Designs Sample Sale
What: Chicago designer closes her business with 50-75 percent off earrings, bracelets, and necklaces.
Why: Jewels out for the summer.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.; Fri., 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Sat., 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 4001 N. Ravenswood Ave., at Irving Park Rd., ste. 403a (773-296-4848).

EAT
Ajasteak
What: Dana Hotel and Spa’s new resto couples Kobe steaks with sushi.
Why: You’re in your prime.
When: Daily, 5:30-11 p.m.
Where: 660 N. State St., at Erie St. (312-202-6050).

SEE
52
What: Artist Matthew Schommer’s exhibit of 52 miniature drawings on playing cards.
Why: Deal with it.
When: Fri., 6-10 p.m.
Where: Allrise Gallery, 1542 N. Milwaukee Ave., at North Ave., 3rd flr. (773-292-9255).