Goodbye, muffin top.

STRETCH
Pilates Open House
What: Equinox Preston Hollow opens to the public for a free Pilates introduction (newbies, take note) and instruction (looking at you, devotees).
Why: After a private class or workshop, load up on free food from Parigi.
When: Sun., 2-4 p.m.
Where: 8611 Hillcrest Rd. (214-265-5512). R.S.V.P. to alexa.brosseau@equinox.com.

SHOP
Night of News
What: Four collections new to Dallas — Ammunition Jewelry, Klutch Handbags, Mahogany Blues Swimwear, and Blank Nation Apparel — debut at a Krimson & Klover flash sale.
Why: Discounts throughout (including $10 off Ammunition’s goods) and 10 percent of proceeds goes to children’s advocacy organization Jonathan’s Place.
When: Tonight, 5-8 p.m.
Where: 3111 Cole Ave. (214-871-2334).

DRINK
Crabbie’s Spiced Orange
What: The only fermented alcoholic ginger beer you can get around here (as far as we know) just released a zesty new variety.
Why: It’s quite nice over ice with an orange slice.
When: You have a thirst to quench.
Where: The Ginger Man, 2718 Boll St. (214-754-8771).

SEE
Balanchine and Beyond
What: The Texas Ballet Theater presents a three-part show including legendary George Balanchine’s “Serenade,” Ben Stevenson’s “L,” and Carl Coomer’s second work for TBT, “Clann.”
Why: The company + the venue = perfection. No exaggerating.
When: Fri.-Sun., 8 p.m.
Where: City Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St. (214-768-1558). Tickets ($20-$65) at texasballettheater.org.

PLAY
Texas Pinball Festival
What: Push buttons on more than 400 pinball machines and classic video games. The free event is gunning for a world record in most people playing simultaneously.
Why: Impress your guy friends with your Mario Kart skills. Or go head-to-head with Mr. and Ms. Pac-Man.
When: Fri., 5 p.m.-1 a.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-midnight; Sun., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Dallas - Frisco, 7600 John Q. Hammons Dr., Frisco (972-712-7200). Tickets ($20-$60) at the door.

Photo: Courtesy of Equinox