September 27, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

We know our weekend looks good: no need to Care Bear stare.

BUY
25th Anniversary Care Bear
What: The commemorative white and silver bear with Swarovski crystal eyes comes with a DVD of the first Care Bears episode.
Why: You and Tenderheart go way back.
When: Nostalgia kicks in.
Where: Locations online at playalongtoys.com/carebears.

SEE
Universes
What: The theater collective’s shows combine poetry, jazz, hip-hop, politics, blues, and boleros.
Why: It’s like performance paella.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Rd. Info online at miamilightproject.com.

PARTY
Sneaker Pimps Show
What: A battle of the kicks, plus skate demos, art, and Slick Rick.
Why: Finally, a reason to rock the ’Roos.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: The Collins, 139 NE 39th St. Tickets online at inticketing.com.

Kraftworks 2
What: Music, massages, and lots of crafty wares; plus, exchange your old faucet for a new ultra-low flow.
Why: This fun’s all handmade.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Rag Trade Happy Clothing Co., 4600 NE 2nd Ave. (305-573-1478).

EAT
Sweetcakes
What: Barbra Roqueta’s moved out of her kitchen and into a shiny, new storefront.
Why: Vegetables are overrated.
When: Um, now’s good.
Where: 8425 Biscayne Blvd., ste. 102 (305-333-5894).