London - January 22, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Leave the past behind.

SEE
Hussein Chalayan: from Fashion and Back
What: Fifteen-year retrospective of the conceptual fashion designer’s experimental projects influenced by culture, anthropology and technology.
Why: Go back to the future.
When: To 17 May. Mon.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Where: Design Museum, Shad Thames, SE1 2YD (020 7403 6933).

TRY
Manuka Yoga Roaming
What: Seasonal yoga workshops raising money for Mozambique Matters launch with a winter detoxifying series.
Why: Go on a bender.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-noon & 1-3 p.m.
Where: Alchemy, unit 101, Stables Mkt., Chalk Farm Rd., NW1 8AH (020 7627 6188). Tickets at glowgetter.co.uk.

READ
The Optimist: One Man’s Search for the Brighter Side of Life
What: Hilarious new memoir from charming Laurence Shorter explores the source of true happiness.
Why: Some things in life are bad (they can really make you mad).
When: You’re chewing on life’s gristle.
Where: Online at amazon.co.uk.

VISIT
Vintage Singapore - Souvenirs from the Recent Past
What: Exhibition from The National Museum of Singapore pays tribute to the post-war glory days from 1950 to 1970, with iconic objects and rare footage of fashion, food, film and housing.
Why: You’re a culture vulture.
When: Today-21 Mar. Tues.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Brunei Gallery - SOAS, Thornhaugh St., WC1H OXG (020 7898 4046).

MOVE
Danceworks Open Day
What: School hosts free dance and fitness classes (general and beginner level), including pole and street dancing, expressive jazz, hip-hop and kickboxing.
Why: Join the movement.
When: Sun., from 10 a.m.
Where: 16 Balderton St., W1K 6TN. To book, call 020 7629 6183.

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