Philadelphia - June 04, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Drink plenty of water.

HEAR
Cymbals Eat Guitars
What: The Staten Island boys play upbeat, pretty rock ’n’ roll.
Why: Welcome to your new favorite band.
When: Fri., 7 p.m.
Where: Reward, 55 N. Second St. (267-773-8675).

ENJOY
Roots Picnic
What: A day of sunshine and music from Philly’s own Roots and other artists, including Santigold, TV on the Radio, and Public Enemy. (The after-party’s at Fluid.)
Why: If you’re indoors when this happens, you might as well give up.
When: Sat., 2 p.m.
Where: The Festival Pier, Penn’s Landing, Columbus Blvd. & Spring Garden St. (215-629-3200). Tickets online at livenation.com.

SEE
Crazy Ladies
What: Christine Jones’s pencil, ink, and gouache art looks at youth and aging through a humorous lens.
Why: You thought you were the only one losing your mind.
When: Thru June 30. Opens Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Proximity Gallery, 2434 E. Dauphin St. (267-825-2949).

RIDE
Hidden City Bus Tours
What: Rediscover our city’s architectural and historical landmarks with this bus trip through local hoods. There will be artwork and dance performances in different locales, like the Founders Hall at Girard College, Shiloh Baptist Church, and Mother Bethel AME Church.
Why: A little learnin’ never hurt nobody.
When: Thru June 20. Sat., 11 a.m. & 4 p.m.
Where: 690 S. Washington Square. Tickets at 267-597-3808 or online at hiddencityphila.org.

SHOP
Amberella
What: Stock up on whimsical works by L.A. artist Kime Buzzelli and Philly residents J.L. Schnabel and Kris Chau at Amber Lynn’s new pink palace at the Piazza.
Why: Barbie shouldn’t have all the fun.
When: Mon.-Sat., noon-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-9 p.m.
Where: The Piazza at Schmidts, 1050 N. Hancock St., ste. 62.