Miami - September 03, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Join the labor party.

SEE
Deconstructing Pin-Ups
What: Paintings by local artist Ahmed Gomez give a fresh look to the iconic curvy ladies of yore.
Why: Go bust.
When: Thru Oct. 1. Opening, Sat., 6-10 p.m.
Where: Museo Vault, 346 NW 29 St., Wynwood (786-347-7798).

STRETCH
Back to the Mat
What: Ayama Yoga Center is offering free 90-minute classes (vinyasa, hatha, and anusara) to all first-timers.
Why: Get down, dog.
When: Thru Sept. 30.
Where: 2624 NE 188th St., North Miami Beach (305-932-7755).

CELEBRATE
Pinkghost Opening Party
What: The Fort Laudy toy store-slash-art gallery celebrates its new (closer) location with live music, food, drinks, and a pinata.
Why: Be pretty in Pink.
When: Sat., 7 p.m.
Where: 1888 Polk St., Hollywood (954-616-1304).

PARTY
Summer Soiree
What: Midtown gym Shuichi Take hosts a fundraiser with food by Michelle Bernstein and Michael Schwartz, Russian Standard vodka cocktails, and a fashion show by Rumeur Boutique.
Why: Your $5 donation goes to the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
When: Thurs., 7-10 p.m.
Where: 3250 NE 1st Ave., ste. 504. R.S.V.P. to pescobar@sflawish.org.

SHOP
Roberto Cavalli Trunk Show
What: Scope out the designer’s new sunglasses at Koko & Palenki and get 10 percent off his collection as well as Dsquared2.
Why: They’re shades apart.
When: Sat., 2-5 p.m.
Where: In the Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd. (305-792-9299).

WATCH
The Great Grove Bed Race
What: After a six-year hiatus, decked-out beds will once again zip down city streets.
Why: It’s a king-size party.
When: Sun., 2-5 p.m.
Where: Grand Ave., Coconut Grove.