San Francisco - July 02, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Free at last.

SIP
Charles & Charles Rosé
What: Toast our homeland’s birthday with this newly released syrah rosé (only $9.99!) in bottles ceremoniously branded with a star-spangled label.
Why: Pinky swear.
When: You’re feeling patriotic.
Where: Mollie Stone’s, 635 Portola Dr., b/t Fowler Ave. & Teresita Blvd. (415-664-1609).

GO
Accista Spa
What: Head south for R&R at Hyatt Regency Monterey’s newly opened 12,000-square-foot relaxation haven, tricked out with couples’ suites, an outdoor pool, and to-die treatments.
Why: Serenity now.
When: Daily, 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Where: 1 Old Golf Course Rd., at Mark Thomas Dr., Monterey (831-372-1234).

STROLL
Cheers St. Helena
What: Hop aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train in Napa or Yountville as it makes its first-ever historic stop in downtown St. Helena for the monthly wine and schmoozefest.
Why: Saint life grand?
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Main St., at Pope St., St. Helena (707-963-8011).

SHOP
Agent Provocateur Summer Sale
What: Up to 50 percent off skivvies, garters, dainty boulder holders, and more at the Union Square boudoir boutique.
Why: Play eye spy.
When: Thurs.-Aug. 2.
Where: 54 Geary St., b/t Grant & Kearny Sts. (415-421-0229).

CANVASS
Young Mind, Old Soul Opening Reception
What: Meet UK artist Word to Mother, who transforms the discarded into the divine in his new exhibit of scrappy 3-D paintings.
Why: Word to your mother.
When: Thurs., 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Fifty24SF Gallery, 248 Fillmore St., at Haight St. (415-252-9144).