Philadelphia - February 19, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Without further ado, some suggestions.

BUY
Sweet Tooth Vintage
What: Local babes unload a mountain of affordable party dresses from the ’50s through ’70s, random tchotchkes, and other oldies but goodies.
Why: Give in to your craving.
When: When you have some cash.
Where: Online at etsy.com.

HEAR
Bands We Like
What: Enjoy Papertrigger’s CD release with Pattern Is Movement and Whales and Cops.
Why: Three for the price of one.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 N. Frankford Ave. (215-739-9684). Tickets online at ticketweb.com.

EAT
Ring of Fire
What: A decidedly outlaw chocolate bourbon cupcake with ancho buttercream icing.
Why: The taste of love is sweet (and spicy).
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 1-7 p.m.
Where: Betty’s Speakeasy, 2241 Grays Ferry Ave. (215-735-9060).

GIVE
Heart to Heart
What: Raise money for CHOP’s cardiac unit at F.U.E.L. Collection’s benefit party and fashion show.
Why: Have a heart.
When: Fri., 8 p.m.
Where: The F.U.E.L. House, 249 Arch St. Tickets at Topstitch Boutique, 311 Market St., 2nd flr.; online at hearttoheartartshow.blogspot.com.

DIY
Dinner
What: Peter Woolsey of Bistrot La Minette teaches you to make some of his signature French dishes on your own.
Why: Feel free to impress yourself.
When: Sat., 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Foster’s Homeware, 399 Market St. (215-925-0950).