San Francisco - March 19, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Spring-a-ding-ding.

SCOUR
Vintage Fashion Expo
What: Biannual retro fashion spectacular returns to the Bay with everything from flapper frocks and fedoras to ’70s leisure suits and go-go platforms.
Why: In with the old.
When: Sat., 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th St., at Brannan St. Info at 707-793-0773.

MELT
San Francisco International Chocolate Salon
What: Chocoholics unite for the third annual fantasyland of art galleries, cooking demos, and live body frosting.
Why: Show your dark side.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Fort Mason Center, Herbst Pavilion, Marina Blvd., at Buchanan St. (415-345-7500).

GO
Heath Ceramics Wedding Lounge
What: Sip Silver Oak and scope vignettes created by local artisans like Mulberry Photography, A Day in May, La Fleuriste, and more at the ceramic factory store.
Why: Score 20 percent off all Heath Ceramics merch at the event.
When: Sun., 3-6 p.m.
Where: 400 Gate 5 Rd., at Coloma St., Sausalito. R.S.V.P. to 415-332-3732 or mail@heathceramics.com.

SAVOR
Artisan Cheese Festival
What: Four days filled with fromage, including special appearances by Cowgirl Creamery and Point Reyes Farmstead and seminars by world-class chefs.
Why: You’ve got the bleus.
When: Fri.-Mon.
Where: Petaluma. See schedule for event locations and times.

SAVE
Dutchy Sale
What: The local handbag designer is liquidating her in-store inventory with up to 70 percent off select styles.
Why: Take a friend and receive a complimentary Eco bag.
When: Sat. & Sun., noon-7 p.m.
Where: Studio 3579, 499 Dolores St., at 18th St. (415-626-2533).

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