Reduce, reuse, recycle, repeat. Repeat. Repeat.
DO
Strange and Unusual Feats Open Call
What: Showcase your best and most distinctive stunt — or just watch.
Why: Ripley’s will be on hand to judge new world records. Get ready.
When: Fri., 1-6 p.m.
Where: Sideshows by the Seashore, Surf Ave. & W. 12th St., Coney Island. Sideshow acts must e-mail david@recordholdersrepublic.co.uk to register.
EAT (Finally)
Mercat
What: It’s gone through a hell of a delay, but the chilled-out, homey Catalan spot is officially open.
Why: Clink glasses of cava, eye the cured meat stand, and order the pea shoots with golden raisins.
When: You are aching for padrones. Nightly, 6 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 45 Bond St., b/t Lafayette St. & Bowery (212-529-8600).
DRINK
Wine Rave NYC
What: A pouring party with international varietals and an educational slant.
Why: Uncork the weekend. Hiccup.
When: Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Sat., 5-10 p.m.
Where: Guastavino’s, 409 E. 59th St., b/t First & York Aves. R.S.V.P. to 212-352-9900.
BUY
Noir Sample Sale
What: Jewelry, belts, bangles, bags, as low as $15.
Why: Bring that wallet out of the darkness.
When: Thurs., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 350 W. 38th St., b/t Eighth & Ninth Aves., 5th fl. (212-244-4846).
Earth Weekend at Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market
What: An outdoor bazaar of environmentally friendly, socially conscious products and vendors.
Why: It’s an ecohaggler’s delight.
When: Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 39th St., b/t Ninth & Tenth Aves.
DONATE
Electronics
What: Of the used or broken variety.
Why: They’ll take gently used linens and clothing too (just keep it clean).
When: Sun., 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Rain or shine.
Where: Union Sq., N. Plaza, at 17th St. & Broadway.














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