August 7, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Don’t panic; the weekend’s here.

SEE
Bottle Shock
What: Hilarious flick based on a true story of California wine beating the French equivalent for the first time in the notorious blind tasting of ’76.
Why: Spin the bottle.
When: Enter your zip code for showtimes.
Where: A theater near you.

LOOK
Linear Abandon
What: Check out contemporary paintings and drawings by artists Keith Shore, Jesse Reno, and Marco Zamora.
Why: Read between the lines.
When: Thru Aug. 28. Opening reception, Thurs., 7-9:30 p.m. Regular hours, Tues.-Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Fifty24SF Gallery, 252 Fillmore St., at Haight St. (415-252-9144).

SIP
Pesca Matta
What: “Crazy peach” bevvie made with 209 Gin, peach puree, mint leaves, lemon juice, and a splash of soda water on the rocks.
Why: See what all the fuzz is about.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 5:30-10 p.m.
Where: Perbacco, 230 California St., b/t Battery & Front Sts. (415-955-0663).

SAVE
Design Within Reach Warehouse Sale
What: Score up to 80 percent off designer furniture, accessories, and lighting from the SF modern living masters.
Why: It’s an arms race.
When: Thurs., noon-6 p.m.; Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Fort Mason Center, Festival Pavilion, Marina Blvd., at Buchanan St. (415-345-7500).

Lucy Sale
What: Up to 10,000 pieces of sporty activewear (including shoes) reduced 75-80 percent.
Why: All proceeds benefit A Miner Miracle.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: A Miner Miracle Shop, 899 Mission St., at 5th St. (415-543-0293).