September 11, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

So much to do, so little time.

SEE
Doxology
What: Catch local artist Michael Langan’s award-winning video installation of hilariously bizarre animation staged in the windows of Upper Playground.
Why: Video killed the radio star.
When: Thru Sept. 18.
Where: 220 Fillmore St., b/t Haight & Waller Sts. (415-861-1960).

GO
2008 Block Party
What: South Beach, Mission Bay, and Rincon Hill join forces with Sunday Streets San Francisco to host a gigantic festival of food, bevvies, lawn games, and free snow cones.
Why: It’ll block your socks off.
When: Sun., noon-4 p.m.
Where: South Beach Park, South Beach Harbor & Pier 40. See map.

SHOP
Battersea
What: Interior designer Will Wick flies solo with the opening of his new home furnishings boutique next to the SFDC, with new finds and vintage treasures.
Why: Here, batter, batter, batter.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (And by appointment.)
Where: 297 Kansas St., at 16th St. (415-553-8500).

SIP
A Donkey and Goat Open House
What: East Bay winery celebrates fall harvest with a fete toasting ecofriendly wine-making. Bring your own glass to save 40 percent on admission.
Why: You’d be a jackass to miss it.
When: Sat., 1-5 p.m.
Where: 2323b 4th St., at Bancroft Way, Berkeley (510-868-9174).

GRUB
Morning-After Brunch
What: Peanut butter and jam pancakes, fried egg BLTs, and Bloody Marys galore within the newly revamped JW Marriott San Francisco hotel at Union Square.
Why: Make it your plan B.
When: Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Level III, JW Marriott San Francisco, 500 Post St., at Mason St., 3rd flr. (415-929-2087).