Miami - March 15, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Not a lion, not yet a lamb.

SEE
Chihuly Nights
What: Extended hours begin this week for the sculptor’s illuminated garden exhibit.
Why: Flower to the people.
When: Thurs., 6-9:30 p.m.
Where: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd. (305-667-1651).

HEAR
Aterciopelados
What: Colombian indie rockers perform songs from their new album, Oye.
Why: Listen up.
When: Sat., 7 p.m.
Where: North Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Info at 305-672-5202.

HELP
Winning Art Fundraiser
What: Works raffled off to aid community education and scholarship programs.
Why: Charity always draws you in.
When: Sat.-Apr. 15.
Where: ArtCenter/South Florida, 800 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach (305-674-8278).

DO
Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition
What: Elephant ears, a ferris wheel, and stinky (yet lovable) farm animals.
Why: You heart carnies.
When: Thurs.-Apr. 21.
Where: Fair Expo Center, 10901 Coral Way (305-223-7060).

Stupid Human and Pet Tricks
What: Show off your or your hamster’s quirkiest talent and get on Letterman.
Why: Can you play Bach through your nose?
When: Sun., noon-3 p.m.
Where: Fair Expo Center, 10901 Coral Way (305-223-7060).