Dallas - November 19, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

If you’re a little bit country …

SHOP
Uptown Country Home
What: The shabby chic furniture and accessories mecca slashes everything (yes, everything) 30 percent to make room for holiday merch.
Why: Clean ’n’ clear.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 3419 Milton Ave. (469-232-2042).

Holiday Shopping Night
What: Lovers Lane fashion boutiques Lou Lou, Mine, and Hemline serve wine, small bites, and 25 percent off purchases.
Why: The price is right.
When: Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Lovers Ln., b/t Armstrong Pkwy. & Lomo Alto Dr.

HEAR
The Blind
What: The super-bad rock cover band jams to Michael, Journey, AC/DC, and more at the new NYLO Dallas/Las Colinas.
Why: Happy hour specials ’til 10 p.m.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: 1001 W. Royal Ln., Irving (972-373-8900).

BROWSE
Etsy Dallas Jingle Bash
What: Handcrafted goodies from 50-plus local artists, live music, cocktails, and a swagtastic raffle.
Why: Gift bags for the first 50 peeps.
When: Sat., 1-7 p.m.
Where: Sons of Hermann Hall, 3414 Elm St. (214-747-4422).

HELP
Winter Coat and Food Drive
What: Round up warm jackets and nonperishable food to support Goodwill and the North Texas Food Bank.
Why: Free fromage, vino, and chocolate from Scardello Artisan Cheese and Cork.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m. Donations also accepted Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Gardens, 3699 McKinney Ave., ste. 310 (214-528-7770).

DO
Tru Salon’s Wedding Day Open House
What: The budding beauty spot debuts its second-floor bridal salon with bubbly, hair demos, and loads of in-house services.
Why: The first 50 visitors to mention DailyCandy get free beauty booty.
When: Thurs. Open house, 3-5 p.m.; reception, 6-8 p.m.
Where: 2715 Fairmount St. (214-965-0373).

Wanna leave town this weekend? Don’t escape without our road trip tips at dailycandy.com/guides.

Photo: Courtesy of Uptown Country Home

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