January 31, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Bring it on, doggone it.

SUPPORT
Rocket Dog Rescue
What: Help the nonprofit org get back on its feet after a devastating fire. You’ll laugh (comedy show), you’ll dance (live music), you’ll disco (diva finale).
Why: Hot diggity dog. Door proceeds go to the cause.
When: Fri., 7:30 p.m. Show starts at 8:30 p.m.
Where: Slim’s, 333 11th St., b/t Folsom & Harrison Sts. (415-255-0333). Tickets at the door or online at slims-sf.com.

PLAY
Badminton
What: Celebrate the grand opening of the country’s second-largest facility with free matches, exhibitions by up-and-comers, and a membership raffle.
Why: Shuttlecock fight!
When: Sat., 11 a.m.
Where: Bay Badminton Center, 1611 Adrian Rd., at David Rd., Burlingame (650-692-1611).

SHOP
Drift Denim Trunk Show
What: Jeans, jewels, and tees by five local designers including Molly M and Jessica Geesey. Soundtrack by Oakland DJ Enaturalselection.
Why: Drift on in.
When: Fri., 5-9 p.m.
Where: 815 Washington St., b/t 8th & 9th Sts. (510-444-8815).

DO
Group Voice Class
What: Learn to flex your pipes in eight weeks with mezzo soprano Erin Neff.
Why: Do-re-mi-fa-so-good.
When: Sat.-Mar. 29, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: A Muse Gallery, 614 Alabama St., b/t 18th & 19th Sts. Sign up at 415-307-1294 or e-mail erinneff@sbcglobal.net.

MIND
Your Manners
What: Author Anna Post (great-great-granddaughter of Emily) answers burning wedding etiquette questions: Gifts at the engagement party? Who pays for the bachelorette?
Why: No. It’s not okay to flirt with the groom.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-noon
Where: 1 Fort Mason, MacArthur Ave., at Franklin St. R.S.V.P. at 415-690-3690 or online at acteva.com.