New York - August 20, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Add an accent to your weekend.

SHOP
Wish You Were Here Swap
What: Boutiques from London’s Newburgh Quarter swap places with Lower East Side shops.
Why: Get a taste of Brits (brands, catwalk shows, UK DJs, and a tea party).
When: Thru Sept. 13.
Where: 186 Orchard St., b/t Houston & Stanton Sts. Event times and locations at wishyouwerehereswap.com.

GIVE
BK Farmyards Fundraiser
What: Give the local farming network an inch, and it’ll grow you a garden. But first, a party with music, drinks, cooking demos, locavore snacks, games, and wholesome fun.
Why: Dole out a little green to get a little green.
When: Sat., 3 p.m.-midnight.
Where: The Compound Brooklyn, 1287 Atlantic Ave., at Nostrand Ave., Bedstuy.

LOUNGE
On the Intrepid Flight Deck
What: Take chairs, beach blankets, and picnic baskets to a screening of Apollo 13 on the former mobile military aircraft carrier docked on the Hudson.
Why: It’s the summer series finale. Try and rock the boat.
When: Fri., 8:30 p.m.
Where: Pier 86, 46th St., at Twelfth Ave.

BUY
Freemans Sporting Club Office Moving Sale
What: The stylings of the original (preboutique) — including antiques, clothing samples, stock, and more — are up for grabs.
Why: Buy the pool table (as an impetus to start your own company).
When: Sat.-Sept. 7. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 8 Rivington St., b/t Bowery & Chrystie St. (212-673-3209).

Circa Now Sidewalk Sale
What: Vintage clothes, shoes, bags, furniture, and kitsch go as low as one dollar.
Why: Take your bargaining power.
When: Sat. & Sun., noon-7 p.m.
Where: 238 E. 6th St., b/t Bowery & Second Ave. (212-254-2555).

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