May 24, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Let’s hear it for snails!

SEE
This Play on Display
What: A twilight stroll and dramatic rendering of a local artist’s works in progress like talking shoes and electric umbrellas.
Why: Your shoes never talk back.
When: Sat., 7:45 p.m.
Where: The Window on Broad, 333 S. Broad St.

EAT
The Escargot Dinner
What: A nine-course extravaganza with additional wine pairings.
Why: Celebrate the slowest critter’s national holiday.
When: Thurs., 9:30 p.m. seating.
Where: Le Bec-Fin, 1523 Walnut St. (215-567-1000).

WATCH
No Hands TV
What: Wacky, hilarious, animated shorts.
Why: Disco Closet just may change your life.
When: When the air is right.
Where: Online at nohandstv.com. (QuickTime 7 required.)

BUY
Vitra Algues Room Screen
What: Ferny, connectable, colorful-yet-see-through way to separate rooms and create nice spaces.
Why: Easy on, easy off.
When: Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Minima, 118 N. Third St. (215-922-2002).

HEAR
Damien Rice
What: He’s been called an international talent since his album O, and he’s at the Mann.
Why: Oh, why not really?
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 5201 Parkside Ave. (215-893-1999). Tickets online at tickets.ticketphiladelphia.org.