January 10, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You’re certainly out and about this weekend.

SHOP
Kacky & Carl Sale
What: Take 20 percent off the first item you purchase, 40 percent off the second, and 60 percent off the third.
Why: Talk shop.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 2722 Routh St. (214-295-4486).

BUY
Sale Girl Dallas
What: Lacoste, James Perse, J. Lindeberg, and lots of premium denim are 70-90 percent off.
Why: Everything but the girl.
When: Fri., noon-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 6840 N. Dallas Pkwy., Plano (214-526-2884).

EAT
Tart Pastry Boutique & Studio
What: The local favorite celebrates the opening of its second location with cake, cookies, and miniature pastry tastings.
Why: It’s a cake walk.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Shops at Legacy, 7140 Bishop Rd., Plano (972-673-0446).

HEAR
Odis
What: The local alternative-soul quartet is playing their last live show in Dallas until their CD release. After-party at Kenichi.
Why: Beat the blues.
When: Fri., 8 p.m.
Where: House of Blues, 2200 N. Lamar St. Tickets online at hob.com.

ADMIRE
Romancing the Stone
What: Sip champagne and nibble cake while perusing engagement rings, honeymoon ideas, and floral arrangements.
Why: Wedding bells will be ringing.
When: Thurs., 5-8 p.m.
Where: NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expwy. Buy tickets online.

VOTE
For the Sweetest
What: Don’t forget to pick your favorite things around Big D.
Why: This ain’t no primary. It’s the real deal.
When: Polls close at midnight Jan. 14.
Where: Online at dailycandy.com/sweetest_things.