August 9, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

This one’s a bad mamma jamma.

HEAR
Von Iva’s Our Own Island
What: First full-length album by local death disco queens.
Why: The summer soundtrack you’ve been waiting for.
When: You’ve got dance fever.
Where: Amoeba Music, 1855 Haight St., at Stanyan St. (415-831-1200); online.

BUY
Ohio Knitting Mills Trunk Show
What: Mod virgin vintage knitwear company makes a special Bay Area cameo.
Why: Tight knit.
When: Preview party, Thurs., 6-8 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Design Within Reach, 1913 Fillmore St., b/t Bush & Pine Sts. (415-567-1236).

DRINK
Night Harvest by R.H. Phillips Wine Cocktails
What: Surprisingly tasty concoctions made with vino. Try Sunset on Dunnigan (sauv blanc and gin) and Star Gazer (chardonnay and dark rum).
Why: Lift your spirits.
When: Mon.-Fri., 3 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat. & Sun., noon-2 a.m.
Where: Elixir, 3200 16th St., at Guerrero St. (415-552-1633).

DO
I Heart My In-Laws Book Signing
What: Author Dina Koutas Poch has rib-tickling advice for surviving his folks.
Why: It’s a family obligation.
When: Sun., 2-4 p.m.
Where: Union Street Papery Bridal Bungalow, 2162 Union St., b/t Fillmore & Webster Sts. (415-563-0200).

EAT
The Guardsmen’s BBQ Fest
What: Bands, beer, and a ’cue contest to benefit at-risk youth in the Bay Area.
Why: Get up in their grill.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: Justin Herman Plaza, 1 Market St. More info at sanfranciscobbq.com.

ENTER
Breast Cancer Awareness T-Shirt Contest
What: Design a tee for the cure.
Why: Put your breast foot forward.
When: Deadline is Aug. 15.
Where: Contest details at tobi.com.