Miami - November 30, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Ready. Set. Go do something good.

SEE
Up Wake
What: Performance artist Natasha Tsakos premieres a new multisensory work.
Why: Cultural caffeine.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Carnival Center for the Performing Arts, Studio Theater, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. (305-949-6722).

Rescuers in the Ring
What: Men in uniform duke it out for a couple of good causes (The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Miami Beach Police Athletic League).
Why: Saturday night’s alright for fighting.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., hall c. More info at 305-607-2269.

EAT
Howl-i-day Brunch
What: Treat Jingles to a good meal, doggie fashion show, and pic with Santa; proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Greater Miami/Adopt-a-Pet.
Why: Jingles loves pooched eggs.
When: Sun., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Loews Hotel, 1601 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. More info at 305-749-1815.

BUY
Luminaire Puppy Love Auction
What: Thirty-six artists, architects, and designers put their creative stamp on plastic pups; proceeds go to the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Why: Lend a helping hound.
When: Thru Dec. 10.
Where: Bid forms available at Luminaire, 3901 NE 2nd Ave. (305-576-5788); online at luminaire.com.

DO
Miami Heat Spa Treatment
What: A tribute to D-Wade and crew, Spa V’s latest indulgence features a 75-minute deep tissue massage and gel foot wrap; benefits Shaq and Shaunie O’Neal’s Real Model Foundation.
Why: You’re a good sport.
When: Daily, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: Hotel Victor, 1144 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach (305-728-6500).