Miami - July 23, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

What’s that sound? It’s the weekend.

LISTEN
Raffa & Rainer Play
What: The local singer/songwriter team plays its sweet tunes (a jazzy Billie Holiday-esque sound) in the courtyard of Books & Books.
Why: Go Rainer shine.
When: Fri., 7 p.m.
Where: 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables (305-442-4408).

DRINK
Cheap Booze
What: Sample Tarpon Bend’s seven mojito flavors for just $3.50 (all day) and soak up the booze with $1 tacos (3-9 p.m.).
Why: It’s all about the Lincolns.
When: Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 65 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables (305-444-3210).

More Cheap Booze
What: Sunset Tavern debuts its beer tasting with twenty brews for 20 bucks, plus chicken wings.
Why: Cream of Wheat — not just for breakfast.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: 7230 SW 59th Ave., South Miami. Info at 305-665-0606. Reservations recommended.

WATCH
How to Draw a Bunny
What: O.H.W.O.W. screens the 2002 documentary about eccentric pop artist Ray Johnson and his mysterious death.
Why: It’s top drawer.
When: Thurs., 9 p.m.
Where: 3100 NW 7th Ave., Wynwood (305-633-9345).

SHOP
The Dressing Room
What: The new boutique carries sundresses, vintage bags, locally made jewelry, and more — all for less than $150.
Why: Get your dressing on the side (of town).
When: Mon. & Tues., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Wed.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 5829 SW 73rd St., ste. 9, South Miami (305-668-4440).

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