Methinks there’s a twinkle in your eye already.
GAZE
Nathan Skiles & Heather Sherman Exhibition
What: Young sculptor Skiles makes quirkily adorned cuckoo clocks, while painter Sherman draws inspiration from an old slide collection of ’70s suburban life.
Why: Everything old is new again.
When: Opening reception, Wed., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Sloan Fine Art, 128 Rivington St., b/t Essex & Norfolk Sts. (212-477-1140).
LAUGH
Whiplash at UCB
What: Leo Allen hosts famous funny people for a late gab fest.
Why: You need a new post-Conan nocturnal fix. Recent surprise guests include Zach Galifianakis, Sarah Silverman, and Janeane Garofalo.
When: Mon., 11 p.m.
Where: Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater, 307 W. 26th St., b/t Eighth & Ninth Aves. (212-366-9176). Reserve a seat here.
LEARN
Ethics + Aesthetics = Sustainable Fashion
What: Listen as Julie Gilhart of Barneys and designers Mary Ping and Caroline Priebe discuss the ethics of fashion. Plus, an exhibit of ecominded designs by Bodkin, Andrea Zittel, Suno, and more.
Why: Mass production + mass consumption = mega waste.
When: Panel discussion, Tues., 6 p.m. Exhibit thru Feb. 20. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Pratt Manhattan Gallery, 144 W. 14th St., b/t Sixth & Seventh Aves., rm. 213 (212-647-7778).
TEASE
La Petite Coquette Sale
What: Extreme markdowns on lingerie ($10-$250) from the likes of Lise Charmel, Araks, Cosabella, and La Perla.
Why: Start practicing your Happy Birthday, Mr. President act for Valentine’s Day.
When: Thru Jan. 31. Mon.-Wed., Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 51 University Pl., b/t Ninth & Tenth Sts. (212-473-2478).
HEAR
The Bell House’s Musical Haiti Benefit
What: The rocker shows for Haiti keep a-comin’ — and with good reason.
Why: This one features some of the best: Ted Leo, The Wrens, Sondre Lerche, and comedian Todd Barry.
When: Wed., 6 p.m.
Where: The Bell House, 149 7th St., b/t Second & Third Aves. (718-643-6510). Tickets online at ticketweb.com.
SPEND
Castor & Pollux Super Sale
What: Canter, neigh, gallop over to one of our favorite boutiques for Great Recession-era pricing; winter clothing is half off until it’s all gone.
Why: Acne. United Bamboo. The Lake and Stars. Half price.
When: Tues.-Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., 1-6 p.m.
Where: 238 W. 10th St., b/t Bleecker & Hudson Sts. (212-645-6572).
Photo: Nathan Skiles, Vanitas of Vineta B, 2009. Courtesy of Sloan Fine Art Gallery, New York











