Philadelphia - July 16, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You’ll have a gay old time.

SEE
An Englishman in New York
What: Keep the queer times rolling with this film starring John Hurt as gay icon Quentin Crisp (with Cynthia Nixon, Denis O’Hare, and Swoosie Kurtz).
Why: He milks it.
When: Fri., 7:15 p.m.; Sun., 12:15 p.m.
Where: Ritz East, 125 S. Second St. (215-925-7900); Prince Music Theater, 1412 Chestnut St. (215-972-1000).

GO
Indulge Yourself
What: Relax shoreside at the new Sea Spa at Congress Hall in Cape May. Enjoy treatments like the Southern Comfort, a full body massage using warm heated towels and refreshing aloe, or The Mariner, a sensual rubdown that will take care of your aching head and neck.
Why: It’s summertime and the livin’ is easy.
When: Mon.-Thurs. & Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 251 Beach Ave., Cape May, N.J. (609-884-6543).

PLAN
A Garden Party
What: Join event planner Nicole Paloux for a workshop on hosting a fantastic outdoor party. Explore tips on creating ambiance, table settings, and DIY projects to make your fete a banger.
Why: We’re all growing in life’s garden.
When: Sat., 2 p.m.
Where: Terrain at Styer’s, 914 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills (610-459-2400).

HEAR
Whales and Cops
What: Man Man expatriates play their sickeningly good, energetic songs for your delight.
Why: Cop to it.
When: Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Chapel at the First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St. Tickets online at ticketweb.com.

STROLL
The Philadelphia Designer’s Market
What: Peruse the wares of local designers and artists (think Typhaney B. baubles, Strangefruit clothing, and Krista Peel jewelry).
Why: Plenty to score for cheap.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Broad Street Ministry, 315 S. Broad St.