And here we are again.

SEE
Sketchplay/Boxplay
What: Opening reception for Jonathan Dickstein’s quirky clay and paper designs.
Why: Culture and booze.
When: Fri., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Red Hook Coffee & Tea, 765 S. Fourth St. (215-923-0178).

Oh, Saigon
What: The screening at People’s Movie Night, a series of free films that skew way left.
Why: Even anarchists like air conditioning and popcorn.
When: Sat., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Wooden Shoe Books and Records, 508 S. Fifth St. (215-413-0999).

SHOP
Christmas in July
What: Who says you need to wait till December for sales on antiques and objects for the home and body?
Why: Get festive.
When: Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The Random Tea Room & Curiosity Shop, 713 N. Fourth St. (267-639-2442).

DRINK
Smashed Fruit Cocktails
What: Herbs, fresh fruit, tequila, rum: You choose the flavors (watermelon, mint, mango) in your ultimate summer cooler.
Why: You’re sick of Rita’s.
When: Mon.-Fri., 4:30 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Azul Cantina, 941 Spruce St. (215-627-5200).

 SHOP
J. Karma
What: Get 20 percent off all summer shoes (Sam Edelman, Clarks, All Black, and more) until the end of the month.
Why: You can never have too many pairs.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 62 N. Third St. (215-627-9625).