Miami - February 26, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Be a Commie, homo-loving son of a gun.

SEE
1,000 Homosexuals
What: Written by a local playwright and commissioned by the Arsht Center, the comedy explores Anita Bryant’s antigay crusade in ’70s-era Miami.
Why: It’s a gay old time.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Rd., South Beach (305-674-1040). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

DRINK
Garden Soiree
What: Authentic ’50s food and cocktails, plus a silent auction and live music to raise funds for the MiMo (Miami Modern) district.
Why: It’s the garden of feedin’.
When: Thurs., 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: The Garden at Oyuki, 7418 Biscayne Blvd., Upper East Side (305-403-1500).

EAT
Lunch at Andú
What: The mod Brickell resto has begun serving its Mediterranean fare (ceviche, lamb gyros, pulled pork) during the day.
Why: Make it a two-cilantro martini lunch.
When: Tues.-Fri., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 141 SW 7th St., Brickell (786-871-7005).

LISTEN
Readings at ArtCenter/South Florida
What: Local food writer Jen Karetnick and visual arts journalist Emma Trelles read from their respective poetry books, Bud Break at Mango House and Little Spells.
Why: They’re both poets and you didn’t even know it.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: 800 Lincoln Rd., South Beach (305-674-8278).

SMELL
Miami International Orchid Show
What: Ogle half a million dainty flowers sober — or attend Thursday’s premier party and see them tipsy.
Why: This bud’s for you.
When: Premier party, Thurs., 7:30 p.m.; show, Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Doubletree Miami Mart, 711 NW 72nd Ave. (305-261-3800).

BOOK
A Treatment at Jurlique Spa
What: The Mayfair Hotel spa offers 50 percent off services (and free valet) to Miami residents on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Why: Cut stress in half.
When: Thru May 30.
Where: 3000 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove (305-441-0000).

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