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Island Creek Oyster Festival
What: Slurp bivalves, drink Harpoon beers, and scarf small plates from chefs like Jasper White and Jody Adams while listening to local cover band The Heavyweights.
Why: Shuck it up.
When: Sat., 3-11 p.m.
Where: Duxbury Beach Park, Duxbury. Tickets online at brownpapertickets.com.

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Jeffrey Lyle Salon
What: Award-winning colorist just opened his own sunny spot in Back Bay.
Why: Love thy locks.
When: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 135 Newbury St. (617-391-0551).

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Aimee G Trunk Show
What: First look at fall fashions from one of our favorite ecofriendly designers.
Why: Green with envy.
When: Sat. & Sun, noon-5 p.m.
Where: Turtle, 619a Tremont St., South End (617-266-2610).

Design Hive Fall Market
What: More than 60 indie designers sell handmade clothes, jewelry, and art. DJ Keith Jensen keeps you moving along.
Why: See what the buzz is about.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Maria L. Baldwin School, 28 Sacramento St., Cambridge.

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The Boston Arts Festival
What: It’s an arts extravaganza. Local artists show their stuff; performers (Boston Ballet, City Stage, Opera Boston) work two stages.
Why: You are getting so psyched for Fame.
When: Fri., noon-7:45 p.m.; Sat., noon-6:45 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Christopher Columbus Park, at Atlantic Ave. Info at 617-635-3911.

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DailyCandy Dossier
What: All day, every day, we’ll be bringing you the latest and greatest from NY Fashion Week. Check back often for designer interviews, trend predictions, and crazy observances.
Why: Giveaways galore.
When: Thru Sept. 17.
Where: Online at dailycandy.com/dossier.