Dallas - March 26, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

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DO
Ruffian Book Signing
What: DailyCandy hosts a soiree for the New York fashion duo’s new hardback, Inside Out, with VeeV cocktails.
Why: All profits benefit Dallas Contemporary.
When: Thurs., 5-8 p.m.
Where: Samuel Lynne Galleries, 1105 Dragon St. (214-965-9027).

SCORE
Le Big Sale
What: Designer clothes, jewelry, and handbags by Marc Jacobs, J Brand, Tory Burch, Milly, and more marked 50-85 percent off.
Why: The 25-foot-long accessories bar.
When: Thurs., 5-8 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: The Apartment, 1444 Oak Lawn Ave., ste. 206.

SEE
2009 AFI Dallas International Film Festival
What: Eight-day-long big-picture bonanza with 250 screenings and open panels.
Why: Gigantic, starring the awesome Zooey Deschanel.
When: Thru Apr. 3.
Where: Locations and tickets at afidallas.com.

SHOP
Foley + Corinna Trunk Show
What: The spring dress collection takes the stage at Elements (we love the slouchy jersey zigzag numbers).
Why: Fall collection available by special order.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 4400 Lovers Ln. (214-987-0837).

Bettyann and Jimbo’s Spring Flea Market
What: Campy sidewalk sale with local vendors selling vintage furniture and kitsch collectibles.
Why: Hit the Airstream in the back for grub.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Junkadoodle, 4402 W. Lovers Ln. (214-350-5755).

EAT
Sundays in the Clouds
What: Wolfgang Puck’s new Five Sixty launches a traditional brunch.
Why: The wild huckleberry pancakes with Vermont maple butter.
When: Sun., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Where: Reunion Tower, 300 Reunion Blvd. (214-741-5560).