June 21, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Connect with your solstice.

PLAY
Mini Golf in Hayes Valley
What: Use handmade clubs to sink nine holes tracing the history of the frontier nabe.
Why: Putt it here.
When: Sat., 1-5 p.m. Also July 7 & 21; Aug. 4 & 8; Sept. 1 & 15. 
Where: Patricia’s Green, Octavia St., at Hayes St. BTW, it’s free.

OM
DeLoach Private Yoga Retreats
What: Weekend-long downward dog sessions with Rosemary Garrison at farm-friendly Sonoma winery.
Why: Tasty vegetarian home-cooking and sauvignon blanc by the pool at sunset.
When: Fri.-Sun. Also Aug. 24-26 & Sep. 14-16.
Where: 1791 Olivet Rd., Santa Rosa. Reservations at 415-289-4544.

SEE
E.B.S.C. Spring/Summer Fashion Show
What: Small labels, vintage, and local designers from cool Berkeley shops like Herringbone and Magnet. All proceeds benefit A Home Within.
Why: Project runway.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Enter between 2424 & 2430 San Pablo Ave., at Dwight Way (510-649-9442).

SHOP
Summer Solstice Trunk Show
What: Vintage at half off, killer goodie bags, and six $150 gift certificates up for grabs.
Why: Dress for a summer of love.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Ver Unica, 437b Hayes St., b/t Gough & Octavia Sts. R.S.V.P. required by 5 p.m. to 415-431-0688 or michaela@ver-unica.com.

TRY
Allstar Organics Rose Petal Sugar
What: Heavenly smelling stuff made from evaporated cane juice, essential oil, and hand-dried petals. Sprinkle it on scones, cookies, or tart crust.
Why: Everything’s coming up roses.
When: Every Sat., 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, 1 Ferry Bldg. (415-291-3276).