August 7, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Hello, good buys.

SHOP
Designer Sample Sale
What: Local talents offer their wares — jersey tees, costume jewelry, scarves — at deep discounts.
Why: You need a break.
When: Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 3699 McKinney Ave., ste. 501, West Village (214-684-1770).

SAVE
75214 Neighbor Appreciation
What: Take 14 percent off your table’s food tab (parties of four-plus) with a driver’s license that proves you live in the 75214 zip code.
Why: Lakewood is your hood.
When: Thru Dec. 31. Thurs. & Fri., 7-10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. & 5-10:30 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. & 5-10:30 p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. & 5-10 p.m.
Where: Central 214, 5680 N. Central Expwy. (214-443-9339).

WATCH
Zanna, Don’t
What: An off-Broadway musical that makes your high school drama seem tame.
Why: Smells like teen spirit.
When: Thru Sept. 7. Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: KD Studio Theatre, 2600 N. Stemmons Fwy. (214-219-2718). Tickets online at uptownplayers.org.

TASTE
Kartoffel Fest
What: German food samplings, mini cooking demos, door prizes, live music, and a potato roll contest for the kids.
Why: You’re the meat and potatoes type.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: GermanDeli, 2890 Market Loop, Southlake (817-410-9955).

Dog Days of Summer
What: The Mercury restaurant supports Greyhound Adoption League of Texas with food demonstrations by chef Chris Ward and a silent auction.
Why: The $35 ticket price includes two drinks, a recipe book, and doggie bag to go.
When: Sun., 2-5 p.m.
Where: 11909 Preston Rd. (972-960-7774). Tickets online at galtx.org.