August 28, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Make this weekend a labor of love.

WEAR
Loop Apparel
What: Locally designed men’s and women’s tees with modern Chicago-inspired graphics.
Why: Windy Ci-tee.
When: Tee time.
Where: Online at loopapparel.com.

DISCOVER
Dovetail
What: West Town’s first official boutique offers vintage and modern furniture, clothing, and accessories, including vintage Oscar de la Renta men’s ties and ’50s cocktail dresses.
Why: It’s fly.
When: Whenever you can shake your tail feather.
Where: 1452 W. Chicago Ave., at Bishop St. (312-243-3100).

SEE
Chances Are the Comets in Our Future
What: Exhibit of album covers and artwork created by Drag City record label musicians (Royal Trux, Gastr del Sol, Silver Jews).
Why: It rocks.
When: Thru Oct. 4. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: University of Illinois at Chicago, Gallery 400, Art & Design Hall, 400 S. Peoria St., at Van Buren St. (312-996-6114).

REGISTER
French Pastry Experience
What: Watch the pros whip up Parisian-style chocolate candies, sugar confections, or baked goods.
Why: If the choux fits …
When: Sept. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. & Sept. 27, 9-11 a.m. Register now online at frenchpastryschool.com.
Where: The French Pastry School, 226 W. Jackson Blvd., at Wells St. (312-726-2419).

MOTOR
To Milwaukee
What: Road trip to Brew City for the new biker-themed Iron Horse Hotel and Harley-Davidson Museum.
Why: Put the pedal to the metal.
When: The long weekend.
Where: It’s straight north and on the lake. You’ll find it.