April 17, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Four-twenty and seven years ago …

SEE
The First Saturday in May
What: Watch the Kentucky Derby drama unfold in this new documentary knowing 25 percent of opening weekend’s box office goes to the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation.
Why: Hold onto your hats.
When: Opens Fri. Showtimes at laemmle.com.
Where: Sunset 5, 8000 W. Sunset Blvd., at Crescent Heights Blvd., Hollywood (323-848-3500ý).

EAT
Gus’s Barbecue
What: Beer-braised Texas brisket, St. Louis spare ribs, Omaha chuck burgers, and Southern-style sides for miles at the newly reopened BBQ spot first established in 1946.
Why: Hop on the bus, Gus.
When: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-midnight
Where: 808 Fair Oaks Ave., b/t Mission & Hope Sts., South Pasadena (626-799-3251).

SHOP
Lo-Fi Closeout Sample Sale
What: Prices start at $3 and stop at $40 on denim, sweats, tees, and belts for men and women.
Why: Highs and lows.
When: Sat. & Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Evolutionary Media Group, 1111 N. Las Palmas Ave., at Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood (323-654-5634).

WeSC Warehouse Sale
What: Guys and gals can both go bonkers for cheapo prices on overstock from the Swedish streetwear brand’s previous seasons.
Why: Believe the conspiracy theories.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 11099 S. La Cienega Blvd., b/t 111 St. & Aviation Blvd., Los Angeles.

SWEET
Sprinkles Passover Cupcakes
What: Ultra-rich flourless chocolate cake glazed with vanilla bean and topped with a candy Star of David.
Why: Pass it over.
When: Sat.-Apr. 26. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 9635 Little Santa Monica Blvd., b/t N. Bedford & N. Camden Drs., Beverly Hills (310-274-8765). For special orders, call Sprinkles Pantry (888-220-2210).

HEAR
Green Apple Festival
What: Envirofest featuring free live performances by Taj Mahal & Friends, solo Ziggy Marley, Juliette and the Licks, and others.
Why: Earth, wind, and fliers.
When: Sun., noon.
Where: Santa Monica Pier, Colorado Blvd. & Ocean Ave., Santa Monica.