Dallas - December 14, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Hypothesis: It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Proof: See below.

BUY
The Petropolitan
What: Recently opened pet boutique offers day care, grooming, and two Zen Pens (with a pagoda and water feature for large and small dogs).
Why: It’s a jungle in there.
When: Tues.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Sat., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sun. & Mon., by appointment.
Where: 408 S. Harwood St., Downtown (214-741-4100).

Nova Collection Sale
What: Last weekend to get custom silk flower arrangements and home accessories (like lamps, artwork, and candlesticks) up to 75 percent off.
Why: Faux is the new real.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1544 Slocum St., Design District (214-747-6682).

Blues Jean Bar
What: Bring an item for Toys for Tots and get 10 percent off one item.
Why: It’s child’s play.
When: Thru Dec. 24.
Where: The Blues Jean Bar, 6810 Snider Plaza, University Park (214-368-5326).

SEE
White Christmas
What: Watch the holiday favorite on the big screen.
Why: A real snow job.
When: Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Lakewood Theater, 1825 Abrams Pkwy., Lakewood (214-821-7469).