May 3, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Should you not be sodden with tequila, we suggest …

HEAR
Peter Bjorn and John
What: The most wonderful Swedish indie pop group touring with their newest album, Writer’s Block.
Why: They rediscovered whistling.
When: Thurs. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Where: TLA, 334 South St. Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

How Sassy Changed My Life 
What: A reading of the tribute to the antithesis of girly teen mags.
Why: You preferred Dr. Martens to Dyeables for prom.
When: Sat., 6 p.m.
Where: Mew Gallery, 906 Christian St. (215-625-2424).

BUY
Famous Clay
What: Amber Johnston’s clay mugs depicting pop culture icons.
Why: You’ve always wanted coffee with Punky Brewster.
When: Whenevs.
Where: Online at artstarphilly.com.

READ
The Sushi Economy: Globalization and the Making of a Modern Delicacy
What: Culinary anthropology that reveals wrinkles in the global economy.
Why: Something to chew on.
When: Now.
Where: Online at amazon.com.

STAY
Four Seasons
What: Reduced rates for Sunday stayovers, food, movies, and dry cleaning.
Why: You just want to get away for the night. Or you’re getting divorced.
When: Thru Sept. 2. Every Sun.
Where: 1 Logan Sq. (215-963-1500).