Online - February 22, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

On Washington’s birthday, we cannot tell a lie: You’re in for a great weekend.

STAY
The Bowery Hotel
What: NYC’s new boutique hotel on the Lower East Side has opened its doors, and it’s not all white and modern.
Why: It’s a far cry from Skid Row.
Where: Online at theboweryhotel.com.

DRINK
Pen & Jen’s Tea
What: Learn everything you ever wanted to know about oolongs and herbals. And stock up on the accessories to go with.
Why: Something to steep about.
Where: Online at penandjens.com.

BUY
Hayden-Harnett Clothing
What: The handbag designers have branched out with adorable dresses and coats for spring.
Why: Consider it their hay day.
Where: Online at haydenharnett.com.

DO
Protect Seals
What: Help end Canada’s annual baby seal hunt by purchasing gear whose proceeds go toward The Humane Society’s efforts.
Why: They’re never gonna survive unless …
Where: Online at petfulfillment.com.

EAT
Dark Chocolate Altoids
What: The infamous peppermint, cinnamon, and ginger mints have been dipped in the good stuff, and they’re delish (not to mention tough to find).
Why: When I dip you dip we dip.
Where: Online at candydirect.com.

WATCH
2007 Film Independent’s Spirit Awards
What: Funnylady Sara Silverman once again hosts, honoring the best in indie film.
Why: Oscar, schmoscar.
When: IFC, Sat., 5 p.m. EST/2 p.m. PST (live); AMC, Sat., 10 p.m. EST/PST; Sun., 9 a.m. EST/PST (rebroadcasts).
Where: Your $4,000 couch.