Chicago - December 11, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Add some sparkle to the season.

BUY
Damen+Division
What: Local photog Sonia Barrett’s just-launched line of handmade jewelry and accessories features semiprecious stones, braided raw-edge silk, vintage chains, and more.
Why: You have street smarts.
When: You’re feeling jewelish.
Where: Online at damen-division.com.

Hayden-Harnett and Language Sample Sale
What: Fall/winter merch from the Brooklyn design duo and Chicago-based website is 40-80 percent off.
Why: Sample the goods.
When: Sat., noon-7 p.m.
Where: Around the Coyote Gallery, 1935½ W. North Ave., at Damen Ave. (212-564-3720).

EAT
Vegetable Alchemy Preview Event
What: Chef Michael Foley christens his new culinary studio with a discussion about food and fitness, followed by a cooking demo and lunch.
Why: Veg out.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-noon.
Where: 1041 W. Grand Ave., at Carpenter St. Reservations required to 312-479-8612.

WELCOME
Agent Provocateur
What: The risque London-based lingerie boutique opens in the Gold Coast.
Why: You’re an undercover lover.
When: Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 47 E. Oak St., at Rush St. (312-335-0229).

SEE
Living (in) Animate
What: Multimedia artist Liliana Porter and photographer Liza Berkoff explore the secret life of inanimate objects in a joint exhibition.
Why: Live it up.
When: Thru Jan. 17. Opening reception, Fri., 6-8 p.m. Regular hours, Tues.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Carrie Secrist Gallery, 835 W. Washington Blvd., at Green St. (312-491-0917).