December 6, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Grab your wellies. This weekend’s drenched in fun.

DO
Ghost Gallery’s Winter with Blush Photo
What: The roving gallery combines merch from Last Waltz, music by The Ghost of Kyle Bradford and Dolour, and photography by Blush Photo.
Why: There’s something rad in the neighborhood.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: The Crocodile Cafe, 2200 Second Ave. (206-441-5611).

For the Love of Squid
What: Seattle’s Cephalopod Appreciation Society hosts a tribute to the object of their affections with squid snacks, inky cocktails, poetry, music, and blindfolded drawing competitions in celebration of artist Cassandra Nguyen’s Giant Squid exhibition.
Why: Revel in the elusive.
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: McLeod Residence, 2209 Second Ave. (206-441-3314).

Suncadia Winterfest
What: Pack up the kiddies for holiday activities like s’mores-studded story time, sleigh rides, hot toddy lessons (for the adults), and breakfast with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the rapidly evolving Roslyn-area resort.
Why: Fine family fun.
When: Weekends thru Dec. 23.
Where: Inn at Suncadia, 3600 Suncadia Trl., Cle Elum (866-904-6300).

BUY
Merge Opening Celebration
What: Ballard boutique opens its new Fremont location with champagne and 20 percent off select fall fashions.
Why: The coming together of good taste and a new space.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 611 N. 35th St. (206-782-5335).

Posh on Main Holiday Gift Show
What: Holiday gifts under $50 from Glassybaby, Trumpette, Assouline, BabyLegs, and Seda France, with complimentary gift wrapping and champers.
Why: Cheap gifts don’t exist? Pish posh.
When: Sat., noon-4 p.m.
Where: 10245 Main St., ste. 103, Bellevue (425-454-2022).

Thread Show Seattle
What: Indie retailers like Idle Hands Designs, Makool Loves You, and Snap Design hawk their wares at wholesale-ish prices.
Why: Join the fray.
When: Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Fremont Studios, 155 N. 35th St.