Fast-forward to the weekend.

LISTEN
Mix Tape Party
What: Take a mix on CD, USB, or, yes, tape with the theme Cities vs. Towns to this Secret Santa-esque party from the San Francisco Mixtape Society.
Why: Mixes aren’t for kids.
When: Sun., 4-6 p.m.
Where: Make-Out Room, 3225 22nd St., b/t Valencia & Mission Sts. (415-647-2888).

SHOP
Cary Lane Grand Reopening Party
What: Find designer samples for men and women at the boutique’s new Hayes Valley location.
Why: Blame it on the Lane.
When: Fri., 8 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 560 Laguna St., at Hayes St. (415-896-4210).

DISCOVER
Hibiscus
What: Caribbean Creole cuisine from chef Sarah Kirnon (salt cod fritters, pepperpot stew, the crab and grits and fried chicken she made famous at The Front Porch) in a rustic-chic setting.
Why: Flower power.
When: Dinner, Wed.-Mon.
Where: 1745 San Pablo Ave., at 18th St., Oakland (510-444-2626).

TRADE
Booksmith Bookswap
What: Take a book you can part with, mingle with guest authors Stephen Elliott and Kevin Smokler, sip and snack, and get 20 percent off.
Why: Reading rainbow.
When: Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: 1644 Haight St., b/t Clayton & Cole Sts. (415-863-8688). Tickets online at brownpapertickets.com.

TIPPLE
Secession Art and Design Happy Hour
What: Discounts (and drinks) gallery wide, including 20 percent off clothing from De Novo, jewelry by Colleen Mauer, and household goods from Swanky Swell.
Why: Drink to that.
When: Fri., 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: 3361 Mission St., at Godeus St. (415-279-3058).

BID ADIEU
Last Call at Poleng Lounge
What: A lengthy roster of DJs spin at the closing party for this Western Addition restaurant-cum-nightclub.
Why: All proceeds benefit Oxfam.
When: Fri., 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 1751 Fulton St., at Masonic St. (415-441-1751).

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