Dallas - September 08, 2005

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

All work and no play makes for one heck of a lousy weekend, doesn’t it, Jack?

GO
GrapeFest
What: Thousands of wine novices and connoisseurs clink glasses at the largest wine festival in the Southwest.
Why: Time to find a new stomping ground.
When: Thurs., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Main St., Grapevine (817-410-3185).

EAT
Petit Fours
What: Super-size versions in sweet vanilla, decadent hazelnut, and rich chocolate.
Why: Some good things come in large packages.
When: Tue. & Wed., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thurs. & Sat., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Society Bakery, 3426 Greenville Ave., Lower Greenville (214-827-1411).

SEE
Matchbox
What: Last weekend to marvel at Ian O’Brien’s matchbook paintings.
Why: It’s incendiary stuff.
When: Sat.-Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Mighty Fine Arts, 407 N. Tyler, Oak Cliff (214-942-5241).

HEAR
The Polyphonic Spree
What: Large, choral-robed symphonic pop group sings happy tunes.
Why: Get hooked on polyphonics.
When: Sun. at 8 p.m.
Where: The Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville Ave., Lower Greenville (214-824-9933).

DO
Patriot’s Day Wedding-Gown Giveaway
What: The first 102 pre-October 2006 brides-to-be who have served in Iraq, Afghanistan, or South Korea since 9/11 or have fiancés currently on active duty get a free dress.
Why: All you need is love. (And something to wear.)
When: Sun., 1-4 p.m.
Where: LuLu’s Bridal Boutique, 2728 Routh St., Downtown (214-871-9610).