Los Angeles - July 31, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Shake it up, baby, now.

DO
Public Fruit Jam
What: Learn the basics then make some jam with the Fallen Fruit collective. BYO fruit and jars.
Why: Ready for this jelly?
When: Sun., noon-3 p.m.
Where: Machine Project, 1200d N. Alvarado St., b/t W. Sunset Blvd. & Reservoir St., Echo Park (213-483-8761).

BUY
Katy Rodriguez Sample Sale
What: Scoop up samples and overstock from Rodriguez’s spring collection and collections past at 75-90 percent off original prices.
Why: It’s not a dress rehearsal — it’s the real thing.
When: Thurs.-Aug. 7. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Resurrection, 8006 Melrose Ave., b/t N. Edinburgh & N. Laurel Aves., West Hollywood (323-651-5516).

TGS Clearance Sale
What: Ceramics, housewares, and the rest of the inventory is priced to move at the store formerly known as Tortoise, currently known as TGS (Tortoise General Store).
Why: You’ll take two turtle doves.
When: Fri.-Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 1208 Abbot Kinney Blvd., b/t Cadiz & Aragon Cts., Venice (310-314-8448). Cash only.

DRINK (and THINK)
Insider’s Wine Class
What: The debut monthly wine and cheese exploratorium starts with the vino varietals and cheeses of Tuscany.
Why: Stick a cork in it.
When: Sat., 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Where: Fraiche, 9411 Culver Blvd., at Main St., Culver City (310-839-6800). Reservations required.

SEE
Live from Skid Row
What: Last chance to see arts nonprofit L.A. Poverty Department’s exhibit of Skid Row’s unique history and community.
Why: Sebastian Bach fans need not apply.
When: Closing reception, Sat., 6-9 p.m.
Where: The Box Gallery, 977 Chung King Rd., off N. Hill St., Chinatown (213-625-1747).