Let it rain. Then take the reins on the weekend.

BUY
Proenza Schouler Sample Sale
What: Not Target prices, but samples and unsold stock from seasons past are $100-$850 (reg. $500-$4,500).
Why: Two stylish men will make you, too, stylish.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 120 Walker St., b/t Centre & Baxter Sts., 6th flr. Cash and checks only.

Groupe 16sur20 Sample Sale
What: Handmade Italian suits from $200, plus jackets, shorts, collared shirts, and unclaimed custom items for a steal.
Why: Business casual endures.
When: Fri.-July 28. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 267 Elizabeth St., b/t Prince & Houston Sts. (212-343-0007).

DRINK
8th Street Wine Cellar
What: Union Square Cafe alums open a casual spot (glasses, charcuterie, cheese boards) with their colleagues in mind. The kitchen’s not open yet, but the wine’s already flowing.
Why: What are you waitering for?
When: After your dinner shift.
Where: 28 W. 8th St., b/t MacDougal St. & Fifth Ave. (212-260-9463).

HEAR
The Roots of the GV Folk Scene
What: The iconic Richie Havens strums and bellows; you clap for an encore.
Why: Leave the fretting to him. Pack a picnic and spend the afternoon on the grass.
When: Sat. at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Governors Island. Ferry times and directions online at govisland.com.

CAFFIENATE
The Grey Dog’s Coffee
What: Beloved WV (West Coast-style) cafe opens second location in GV proper.
Why: Make that a double.
When: Daily, 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
Where: 90 University Pl., b/t 11th & 12th Sts. (212-414-4739).