Mastering the art of weekend-making.

CELEBRATE
Julia Child’s Birthday
What: Little Berlin kicks off a celebration of the deceased legend with a night of art and music, featuring Blood like Mine and Niagara Falls.
Why: Have your cake and hear it, too.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 119 W. Montgomery Ave. (610-308-0579).

SEE
Annie Bortnick’s Original Oils
What: Get your Second Thursday on with dreamy pastoral paintings from this local artist.
Why: Lovely, lovely lily ponds.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: The Random Tea Room & Curiosity Shop, 713 N. Fourth St. (267-639-2442).

GET
Folksy
What: The Philadelphia Folk Fest kicks off with performances from Deer Tick, Iron and Wine, and The Decemberists.
Why: Calm and get it.
When: Fri.-Sun. Gates open at 8 a.m.
Where: Old Pool Farm, 1323 Salford Station Rd., Schwenksville (215-242-0150). Tickets online at pfs.org.

DIY
ArtBeat
What: Handmade Philly presents a collaborative night of music and crafting with free workshops from local instructors (Suzanne DeVicaris, Vickie Gillespie). All skill levels welcome.
Why: You can finally finish that doily collection.
When: Sat., 6-11 p.m.
Where: Studio 34, 4522 Baltimore Ave. (215-387-3434).

MAKE
Cuppies
What: Join Mona Wilson and Desiree Stafford of It’s a Cupcake to learn to bake their tasty confections.
Why: Can’t get much better.
When: Sat., 2 p.m.
Where: Foster’s Homeware, 399 Market St. (215-925-0950).