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August 14, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

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SEE
The Wild Life
What: Susie Ghahremani’s new solo show of more than 100 nature-inspired mini paintings and handmade aerial installations.
Why: You’re an animal.
When: Sat.-Sept. 17. Reception, Sat., 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: GR2, 2062 Sawtelle Blvd., b/t La Grange & Mississippi Aves., West L.A. (310-445-9276). Map It

CHEER
826LA Paddle Boat Regatta

What: Sign up to race or root for teams lapping Echo Park Lake to raise funds for free writing and tutoring programs for children.
Why: Whatever floats your boat.
When: Sun., 4 p.m.
Where: Echo Park Lake Boathouse, 751 Echo Park Ave., b/t Bellevue & Park Aves., Echo Park (213-413-3388). Map It

DRINK
The Radio Room

What: New back room at The Edison requires you dress up to get down with their old-fashioned spirits, light appetizers, and live jazz.
Why: Tune in.
When: Sun., 8 p.m.
Where: 108 W. Second St., at Harlem Pl., Downtown (213-613-0000). Map It

SHOP
Insight and Something Warehouse Sale

What: Beer, barbecue, previous seasons’ stock, and fall preview samples from two Aussie streetwear darlings at up to 70 percent off.
Why: Look into it.
When: Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 8940 Ellis Ave., b/t Robertson & Venice Blvds., Culver City (310-202-7801). Map It

Rachel Pally Warehouse Sale
What: Summer, spring, and all previous seasons selling for 50-90 percent off retail.
Why: Jersey girls.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 2001 S. Santa Fe Ave., at 15th St., ste. f, Downtown (818-512-9472). Map It

Harmony Lane Blowout Sale
What: Take half off one, 60 percent off two, and 70 percent off three or more pieces this weekend only.
Why: Music to your ears.
When: Thurs.-Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 189 S. Beverly Dr., b/t Wilshire & Charleville Blvds., So Bev (310-777-8888). Map It

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