New York - September 20, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

It’s the 30th anniversary of Milton Glaser’s I (Heart) NY logo. Talk about an iconic weekend.

PRETEND
DRV-IN
What: Watch 40 years of film (L’Avventura, The Graduate, Dr. Strangelove) from the comfort of a ’65 Ford Falcon convertible parked inside (though it looks like outside).
Why: Book the car for you and five friends, pop some corn, and hit the backseat.
When: Daily at 7 & 10 p.m.
Where: Grand Opening, 139 Norfolk St., b/t Stanton & Rivington Sts. (646-478-7689).

SEE
Greeting Card
What: Artist Aaron Young unleashed ten motorcyclists on 9,216 square feet of black floor to burn through layers of fluorescent colors underneath in a large-scale effort inspired by a Jackson Pollock canvas.
Why: This is painting in action.
When: Thurs.-Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Park Avenue Armory, The Drill Hall, 643 Park Ave., b/t 66th & 67th Sts. (212-966-0193)

Tropfest@Tribeca
What: A new free public gathering (just in from Australia) featuring seven-minute films that feature a “signature item” (this year, it’s “slice”).
Why: Seven minutes in heaven? It’s a slice of life.
When: Sun. Bands at 5 p.m.; films at 8 p.m.
Where: World Financial Center Plaza, Battery Park, W. St., at Vesey St.

CHEERS
Lady Liberty Ride and Afterparty
What: Biker chick block party with classic rock, a Harley raffle, Dinosaur BBQ, and plenty of grease.
Why: You look great in leather. (And proceeds benefit at-risk youth.)
When: Sun., 9 a.m. for those who want to ride to Bear Mountain; 1 p.m. for those who want to block party.
Where: Hogs & Heifers Saloon, 859 Washington St., at 13th St. (212-929-0655).

BUY
Sweet Tater
What: Take 25 percent off the new collection of drawstring dresses and tunics.
Why: Throw your hands up. This is one hot potato.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 280 Mulberry St., b/t Houston & Prince Sts. (212-219-6400).

  Film Buff