August 2, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

No holidays in August? Try telling that to your weekend.

SERVE
Sno-Conetails
What: Drizzle flavored syrup and your favorite liquor over shaved ice for the perfect party treat.
Why: Snoopy would approve.
When: You’re feeling frosty.
Where: Picnics, beach BBQs, your unair-conditioned living room.

SEE
Everything Will Be Different: a Brief History of Helen of Troy
What: Girl loses mom, girl finds Helen of Troy, girl goes through existential crisis, girl gets a grip.
Why: Time to Greek out.
When: Fri.-Aug. 25.
Where: Light Box, at the Miami Light Project, 3000 Biscayne Blvd. (305-576-4350).

Becoming Jane
What: Anne Hathaway portrays Ms. Austen in this biographical portrait.
Why: Missing it would make no sense (or sensibility).
When: Limited release on Fri.
Where: Regal South Beach Cinema 18, 1120 Lincoln Rd. (305-674-6766).

LOUNGE
The Setai Day Spa Experience
What: Sixty-minute treatment, lunch, pool access, and valet for under $200.
Why: You love the big chill.
When: Thru Oct. 31.
Where: 2001 Collins Ave. (305-520-6900).

PLAY
Brazilian Music Workshops
What: Learn to play percussion, guitar, cavaquinho, and more.
Why: Less cowbell.
When: Sat.-Sept. 22.
Where: Hollywood Productions and Partners, 2040 Sherman St., Hollywood. Info at 786-566-1527.