New York - June 08, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Your World Cup spilleth over.

DO
Scooter Block Party
What: Join sports fans for scavenger hunts, fish ’n’ chips, soccer games, and rides with the Mini Mart Muchachos.
Why: Way cooler than last year’s Segway convention.
When: Sat. & Sun. Various times. Check schedule for details.
Where: All events start at Brass Monkey, 55 Little W. 12th St., at Washington St.(212-675-6686).

Big Apple BBQ Preview
What: Can’t stand the crowds? Here’s a tip: Come Friday night to meet the pit masters.
Why: Secret ’cues beat weekend queues.
When: Fri., chefs come around 6 p.m. and cook thru the night. Regular BBQ, Sat. & Sun. afternoons.
Where: Madison Square Park, Madison Ave., at 23rd St.

SEE
Small Works Show
What: Artist-run gallery show of darn small artwork (no larger than twelve inches wide, high, or deep).
Why: Good things come in small packages.
When: Opens Thurs., 6-9 p.m. Hours, Thurs. & Fri., 4-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. noon-6 p.m. Thru July 28.
Where: 440 Gallery, 440 Sixth Ave., b/t 9th & 10th Sts., Park Slope (718-499-3844).

HEAR
Eartha Kitt
What: The legendary chanteuse returns for a purr-fect engagement.
Why: You want to be evil.
When: Tues.-Sat., 8:45 p.m.; also Fri. & Sat. at 10:45 p.m. Thru July 1.
Where: The Carlyle, 35 E. 76th St., at Madison Ave. Tickets at 212-744-1600.

BUY
3.1 Phillip Lim Sample Sale
What: Hot-to-trot designer offers below-wholesale prices on dresses, tops, bottoms, shoes, and more.
Why: Get to know Lim well.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Where: 260 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 17th fl.