June 19, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Time to celebrate: Summer’s here.

SAVE
Shop ’n’ Hop
What: Studio Sebastian’s, Nest, The Blues Jean Bar, Melanie Gayle, and others are marking items up to 75 percent off while serving sips and bites.
Why: You’re not a mall rat.
When: Thurs., 5-7 p.m.
Where: Snider Plaza, Hillcrest Avenue, b/t Milton Ave. & Lovers Ln.

MEET
Frederic Fekkai
What: The celeb hair stylist is in town offering free coif consultations and touting his popular hair care line.
Why: You need your wings clipped.
When: Thurs., 2-6 p.m.
Where: Neiman Marcus, 400 NorthPark Ctr. Appointments at 214-363-8311 ext. 2507.

TASTE
Oyster College 101
What: A beefy oyster tasting with wine pairings and educational CliffsNotes.
Why: Add some spice between the sheets.
When: Sat., noon-2 p.m.
Where: The Oceanaire Seafood Room, at The Westin Galleria, 13340 Dallas Pkwy. Reservations at 972-759-2277.

SIP
Wine Saves the World
What: For $5, enjoy organic wine from Chilean vineyard Natura paired with locally made cheeses and a reusable shopping tote. A portion of proceeds benefit the River Network.
Why: It’s a winetastic cause.
When: Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Cork, 3636 McKinney Ave., entrance on City Place Blvd., ste. 170 (214-780-0373).

SEE
Conduit Gallery
What: The contemporary art space debuts new works by Carrie Marill, James Michael Starr, and Takashi Iwasaki.
Why: You’re an abstract girl living in an impressionist world.
When: Thru. July 19. Opening reception, Sat., 5-8 p.m.
Where: 1626 Hi Line Dr., ste. c (214-939-0064).

PARTY
Sunday Funday
What: The Fish celebrates summer with DJ Twelve Inch Pimps spinning beats in the bar.
Why: Beat the Sunday blues.
When: Sun., 5-11 p.m.
Where: 3636 McKinney Ave., ste. 150 (214-522-0071).