July 19, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Doing the weekend … ow! Ain’t nothing wrong if you want to do the weekend till Monday morn.

DO
UV Analysis
What: Get the lowdown on just what exactly the sun has done to your skin.
Why: The future looks bright.
When: Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: The Spa at Equinox, 10220 Constellation Blvd., at Ave. of the Stars, Century City (310-286-2900).

BUY
Katy Rodriguez
What: Loads of pretty party dresses marked up to 50 percent off.
Why: Save on vintage clothing, accessories, and home stuff, too.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Resurrection, 8006 Melrose Ave., b/t N. Edinburgh & N. Laurel Aves. (323-651-5516).

SEE
That Little Blinking Light of Security
What : A group show subtitled Paintings About Things We Like by Artists.
Why: Keep it simple.
When: Sat.-Aug. 15. Reception, Sat., 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Lab 101 Gallery, 8530b Washington Blvd., b/t McManus & Fay Aves., Culver City (310-558-0911).

EAT
The Dippy Chick
What: Battlestar Garlic-tica, Don’t Squat With Your Spurs On, and other party dip seasoning mixes.
Why: It’s the spice of life.
When: As soon as you’re may0-ver it.
Where: Available online at dippychick.com.

HEAR
Shout Out Louds
What: Swedish five-piece brings their ramped-up indie pop to town with Grand Ole Party.
Why: Howl, howl, gaff, gaff, clap, clap.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Blvd., b/t Dunsmuir & Burnside Aves., Miracle Mile (323-936-6400). Tickets available online at ticketmaster.