Miami - October 16, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

This weekend is on point.

WATCH
Miami City Ballet Opens
What: Leap into the new season with three pieces, including a modern number with dancers in sneakers and Philip Glass music.
Why: They’re raising the bar.
When: Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.
Where: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. (305-949-6722).

FEAR
Nightmare: Ghost Stories
What: Get in the Halloween spirit at two scream-inducing haunted houses and a mortuary that have been temporary erected in Wynwood.
Why: So fun it’s scary.
When: Thru Nov. 1. Thurs. & Sun., 7-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 7 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Soho Studios, 2136 NW 1st Ave., Wynwood. Tickets online at tix.com.

DRINK
Wine n’ Dine
What: Deli Lane pairs food (baked clams, tuna tartare, goat cheese-stuffed mushrooms) with a trio of Chilean wines all for a recession-friendly $8.50.
Why: Chile out.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: 7230 SW 59th Ave., South Miami (305-665-0606).

SHOP
Power Breakfast
What: Mimosas, pastries, and 15 percent off storewide all day at Jolie Boutique.
Why: We cannot compete with you, Jolie.
When: Thurs., breakfast, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; open until 6 p.m.
Where: 1546 S. Dixie Hwy., Coral Gables (305-667-4850).

Septimo Sale
What: Up to 70 percent off summer styles from Stella & Jamie, Nu Collective, and more.
Why: Cheap clothes. Duh.
When: Thru Nov. 15.
Where: 6374 Bird Rd., South Miami (305-740-8368).

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