Seattle - September 13, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Fashion, folk-pop, and facials. Hardly a weak end.

SEE
The More You Know
What: Artists Jeff Bender and Jason Huntley reflect on teen icons (Paris, Gwen, Jacko) in McLeod Residence’s back-to-school show.
Why: Makes the schoolhouse rock.
When: Thru Nov. 3; opening reception Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: McLeod Residence, 2209 Second Ave., at Blanchard St. (206-441-3314).

Nordstrom Fall Runway Show
What: Kick off Bellevue Fashion Week with Trina Turk, Nanette Lepore, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and more to benefit the Detlef Schrempf Foundation.
Why: Go Nord by Northwest.
When: Doors open at 7 p.m.
Where: Axis, 700 Bellevue Way NE., Bellevue. Tickets at 206-464-0826 or online at detlef.com.

EAT
Zayda Buddy’s Pizza
What: Homey new Ballard spot from the owner of Top Pot, Bauhaus, and Sun Liquors.
Why: Minnesota-style thin-crust pizzas, tater tot casseroles, and a scratch bar with fresh-squeezed juice cocktails.
When: Opens Sat. Daily, 11 a.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 5404 Leary Ave. NW, at 20th Ave. NW (206-783-7777).

HEAR
The New Pornographers/Lavender Diamond
What: A.C. Newman and co. share the stage with winsome Becky Stark’s folksy foursome.
Why: Grab the bull by the horns.
When: Fri. & Sat. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Where: The Showbox, 1426 First Ave. (206-628-3151). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

INDULGE
Seattle Spa Week
What: Herban Therapies, The Spa at the Woodmark, Maharishi Vedic Health Spa, and more offer $50 facials, body treatments, mani/pedis, and massages next week.
Why: Scrimp and primp.
When: Sept. 17-23.
Where: From Belltown to Bellevue.