Seattle - August 02, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Get going, chickadee. It’s the early bird that catches this weekend.

SEE
Fashion First Seattle
What: Fifteen local boutiques team up for a fall runway show benefiting the NW Sarcoma Foundation.
Why: You have a passion for fashion.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: Jonas Jensen Fremont Studios, 155 N. 35th St. Tickets online at ticketswest.com.

Lost in Translation
What: Artist Diem Chau renders history in miniature with portraits stitched onto fabric-covered dishware.
Why: Finally, domestic arts you can understand.
When: Thru Aug. 31. Opening reception, Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Gallery4Culture, 101 Prefontaine Pl. S., at Yesler Way (206-296-7580).

PLAY
Banya 5 Chess Tournament
What: Make like Bobby Fischer (in a robe) at the Russian bath/Turkish steam room’s month-long tournament.
Why: You’ve got all the right moves.
When: Single-elimination tournament runs thru Sept. 10.
Where: 217 Ninth Ave. N., at John St. Sign up by midnight tonight at info@banya5.com or 206-262-1234.

BUY
Collective Warehouse Sale
What: Overflow furniture on the cheap from Ballard’s midcentury-modern treasure trove.
Why: No junk in the trunk.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 1401 NW 49th St., at 14th Ave. NW (206-782-1900).

SEND
Sustainable Flowers
What: Blooms that are pretty and pesticide free.
Why: Stem the tide.
When: Someone needs a pick-me-up.
Where: Online at organicbouquet.com or locally from Phinney Ridge Florist.

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