June 26, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Gas prices are up; clothing is down.

Shop Miami
What: Gen Art throws a massive sample sale spotlighting more than 40 local designers and boutiques, including Adriana Castro, Claudia E, Tricia Fix, and more.
Why: Sweet deals, cocktails, treatments by Lace Nail Lab, and a fashion show.
When: Thurs. VIP, 6-7 p.m.; general admission, 7-11 p.m.
Where: The Moore Building, 4040 NE 2nd Ave. (305-695-8200).

Summer Sidewalk Fair
What: RikRak Salon takes to the streets with 30-70 percent off clothes, shoes, bags, and beauty products outside; deals on manis, facials, and the like inside.
Why: It’s where the sidewalk ends.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 1428 Brickell Ave. (305-371-7324).

The Setai Day Spa Experience
What: An hour-long spa treatment (Balinese massage, facial, lavender body polish), three-course lunch, pool privileges, and valet parking for $200.
Why: Private treatment rooms with ocean views.
When: Thru Oct. 31.
Where: 2001 Collins Ave. (305-520-6000).

Festival de Helados
What: Exotic Mexican ice cream flavors like salted butter avocado and Oaxacan chocolate with rum, raisins, and almonds served in waffle cones.
Why: Get the inside scoop.
When: Thru July 20.
Where: Rosa Mexicano, 900 S. Miami Ave. (786-425-1001).

Battle of the Bands
What: Local talent like Down Home Southernaires and This Heart Electric play to win a Gibson guitar, a recording session, and the title Audience Favorite.
Why: Hop on the band wagon.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: MOCA, 770 NE 125 St., North Miami (305-893-6211).

I Love Miami 365
What: Local shutterbug celebrates the halfway point of her photo doc capturing daily life in Miami.
Why: Take it day by day.
When: Sat., 7 p.m.
Where: Butter Gallery, 3135 Commodore Plz., Coconut Grove (305-303-6254).