Philadelphia - March 05, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

They can’t be serious with this snow.

BUY
Dear Creatures
What: L.A.-based line of rompers, dresses, and tops are the definition of adorable.
Why: Spring will come; be prepared!
When: Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Grasshopper, 727 Walnut St. (215-925-3959).

Woolen Sweaters
What: Great selection of cheap, vintage, Navajo-inspired knits at Third Street Habit.
Why: On the other hand, it’s still freezing out.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 153 N. Third St. (215-925-5455).

SEE
These Eyes Were a Camera
What: Derek Ihnat’s beautiful, whimsical, and affordable watercolors are pretty enough for anyone’s walls.
Why: Take a picture; it’ll last longer.
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Topstitch Boutique, 311 Market St., 2nd flr. (215-238-8877).

DANCE
The Dirty Boogie
What: Electric Zeetar and the Butler present crappy-fun music about doin’ it at the lovely Seven Hundred.
Why: Grab your drapes, squares, or scrapes: You’re gonna have a good time.
When: Thurs., 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 700 N. Second St. (215-413-3181).

EAT
Eggs Juan
What: They never tasted better than poached with salt cod brandade fritters, smoked paprika tomato hollandaise, and home fries.
Why: Juan not?
When: Tues.-Fri., 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Cafe Estelle, 444 N. Fourth St. (215-925-5080).

PARTY
Matthew Izzo Grand Reopening Party
What: Christen the boutique’s new Old City location with light bites, cocktails, and shopping.
Why: All your favorite things in one spot.
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 151 N. Third St. (215-829-0606).

Does that make your ass look fat? You won’t know unless you bring a friend.

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