Miami - July 02, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Cue the fireworks.

CELEBRATE
Fourth of July Party
What: The Viceroy Miami offers a pretty backdrop (pool, floating fireplace, private cabanas), BBQ, and a view of the fireworks from Biscayne to SoBe.
Why: Admission is free; food and drinks start at $5.
When: Sat., 7-11 p.m.
Where: 485 Brickell Ave., Brickell (305-503-4400).

RELAX
Up to Par Body Experience
What: The 60-minute treatment (avocado wrap, plus customized massage) costs just $99 and comes with a free fitness class and access to the Fairmont’s swank pool.
Why: You can use a day off.
When: Thru July 31.
Where: Willow Stream Spa, in The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club, 19999 W. Country Club Dr., Aventura (305-933-6930).

WATCH
Dive-In Movie Night
What: Plunge, the Gansevoort’s rooftop pool/lounge, is screening Coppola movies, starting this Sunday with The Godfather.
Why: Free popcorn.
When: Sun., 9 p.m.
Where: In the Gansevoort South, 2377 Collins Ave., Miami Beach (305-604-1000).

LISTEN
I’m Down Book Reading
What: Author Mishna Wolff reads from her hilarious debut memoir, which chronicles her impossible childhood quest to fit in.
Why: You’ll cry Wolff.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables (305-442-4408).

SHOP
Aria Nero Jewelry
What: The local designer’s colorful collection includes eclectic beaded wraps that can be worn as necklaces or bracelets.
Why: You’re multilayered.
When: Your get-up needs a pickup.
Where: Rumeur Boutique, 170 NE 96th St., Miami Shores (305-754-9800).

EAT
Badrutt’s Place Happy Hour
What: The Eurocentric resto launches a postwork party with free white sangria (thru July 15), two-for-one cocktails, and tapas for less than $10 (tuna tartare, oyster shooters, cheeseburger bites).
Why: Place first.
When: Mon.-Fri., 5-8 p.m.
Where: 1250 S. Miami Ave., Brickell (305-415-0070).