Los Angeles - November 05, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You saw that one coming from a mile away.

SAVE A SEAT
Pirate Radio
What: Free (yes, free!) screening for DailyCandy readers of Richard Curtis’s new wild comedy romp inspired by the rogue DJs who rocked 1960s Britain from out at sea.
Why: It’s groovy, baby.
When: Nov. 12. Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Landmark Theatre, 10850 W. Pico Blvd., at Westwood Blvd., West L.A. R.S.V.P. to pirateradio@43kix.com. Sorry, space is limited. Seats available on a first-come, first-served basis to those who R.S.V.P.

DO
Machine Project Benefit 2009
What: A month’s worth of events packed into one evening, including fake museum membership ID making, slime-mold racing, movie-style art heist games, panning for gold, live music, wine bar, noodle cart, brick-oven pizza, s’mores, and more.
Why: Make it last forever.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Mister Jalopy’s Secret Lair, behind Coco’s Variety Store, 2427 Riverside Dr., b/t Fletcher Dr. & Clearwater St., Frogtown.

BUY
Not Rational Sample Sale
What: Ladies’ handbag, diaper bag, and belt one-offs and overstock marked right around wholesale and new rugged Killspencer carryalls for guys.
Why: Use some common cents.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 852 S. Wooster St., b/t Gregory Way & Chalmers Dr., upper unit, Beverly Hills (310-855-1021).

EAT
Rustic Menu at Il Sole
What: To mark the addition of Sunday night service, the Italian staple offers a new menu of homey favorites (burrata with tomatoes and arugula, osso buco, spaghetti and meatballs).
Why: Mention DailyCandy on the inaugural night for a special Bellini and dessert on the house.
When: Sun., 5-9 p.m.
Where: 8741 W. Sunset Blvd., at N. Sherbourne Dr., West Hollywood (310-657-1182).

SIGN UP
Swirl, Sample Sales by DailyCandy
What: New sample sale e-commerce site where you can nab clothing and accessories from our editors’ favorite designers at up to 80 percent off.
Why: DailyCandy subscribers get first dibs (and we’re giving away $100 gift cards to 100 early members).
When: Beta site (and first sale) launches Nov. 16.
Where: Online at swirl.com.

Or would you rather skip town this weekend? All you need is a change of clothes and our road trip tips at dailycandy.com/guides.

Photo: Courtesy of Focus Features

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