Miami - April 23, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Challenge yourself.

TASTE
Florida International Wine Challenge
What: Try the winners of the March Madness-type vino sampling and get two free bottles just for playing (as long as you order food afterward).
Why: The $50 fee goes to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami.
When: Sat. & Sun., 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: Smith & Wollensky, 1 Washington Ave., South Beach (305-673-2800).

SHOP
Charity Trunk Show
What: Local jewelry designers Francisca Bastos and Andrea Ventura debut their new collections. Plus, canapes and caipirinhas.
Why: A portion of proceeds benefit Humane Society of Greater Miami.
When: Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: Conrad Miami, 1395 Brickell Ave., ste. 3308, Brickell. R.S.V.P. to 305-777-2340 ext.1042.

SEE
Monumental
What: Australian dancer Ros Warby performs her award-winning ballet against a backdrop of black and white film and cello music.
Why: Get a move on.
When: Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Carnival Studio Theater, 1300 Biscayne Blvd.

EAT
Sunday Supper
What: Chef Todd English’s delish Fort Lauderdale eatery, da Campo Osteria, offers a four-course, $37 prix fixe with dishes like mushroom risotto and ricotta donuts.
Why: Price includes a carafe of sangria or wine.
When: Sun., 3-9 p.m.
Where: il Lugano Suite Hotel, 3333 Northeast 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale (954-226-5002).

SUPPORT
Miami Goin’ Green
What: Donate clothes, recycle electronics, and blend a smoothie by riding a bike — all at the free Earth Day event.
Why: It’s easy being green.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd.