New York - June 21, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Don’t forget to hydrate.

SEE
Sex and Speed and Pop Intervention
What: Gerald Laing’s pop prints of ’60s starlets juxtaposed with Coco’s tiny taboo paintings of “those girls” in the back of The Village Voice.
Why: One can be yours for $500 and up. (And you don’t have to leave your money on the dresser.)
When: Thru Aug 3. Opens Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Mary Ryan Gallery, 527 W. 26th St., b/t Tenth & Eleventh Aves. (212-397-0669).

EAT
First Ever Cheese Eating Contest
What: Twenty contestants stuff their faces with the Cantal variety, courtesy of Stinky Bklyn.
Why: A slice of action and the Big Cheese title belt.
When: Sun., at 2 p.m.
Where: In front of Smith & Vine, 268 Smith St., b/t Sackett & Degraw Sts., Cobble Hill (718-243-2864). Register at 718-522-7425.

BUY
Williamsburg Shops: Summer Sale Round-up
What: Choice boutiques offer Philip Lim, Karen Walker, APC, and local designer goods at up to 40 percent off.
Why: Exercise the legs; flex the money muscle.
When: Sat. & Sun. (Mention DailyCandy for your discount.)
Where: Start at Noisette and Built by Wendy, then loop around to Otte, Bedford’s Jumelle, Woodley & Bunny, Ylli, Sodafine, MiniMiniMarket (the Shoe Market, too) and Armoire. Rest.

Lolas Lolos Lolitos Sample Sale
What: Handmade espadrilles for summer strolling.
Why: You’re roped into these woven sandals.
When: Thurs.-Sun., noon-8 p.m.
Where: 407 W. 39th St., b/t Ninth & Tenth Aves. (212-631-0316).

PLAY
First Ever Wiimbeldon Tennis Tournament
What: Get your Wii on. Walk-ins welcome (but it’s tight). Tantrums and autograph signing encouraged.
Why: There are plenty of “i’s” in Wii. Still, try for team spirit.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Barcade, 388 Union Ave., b/t Ainslie & Powers Sts., Williamsburg (718-302-6464).

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