February 7, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Resolutions already gone to sh*t? Take a do-over with the Lunar New Year.

BESTOW
Li Xi Gift Envelopes
What: Stuff Portland artist Tram Pham’s beautiful red envelopes with cards, gift certificates, or traditional “lucky money” gifts.
Why: What goes around comes around.
When: Now.
Where: De Medici Ming Fine Paper, 1222 First Ave., at University St. (206-624-1983).

BUY
Kimberly Baker Sale
What: All baubles are up to 50 percent off, including the new spring line.
Why: Get punked.
When: Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Kimberly Baker, 617 N. 36th St., b/t Evanston Ave. N. & Fremont Ave. N. (206-545-1145).

EAT
Ocho
What: La Carta de Oaxaca’s trusty bartender goes it alone with a sliver of a tapas bar.
Why: Patatas bravas, hongos al jerez, and the $10 margarita that has Ballard all atwitter.
When: Daily, 4 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 2325 NW Market St. (206-784-0699).

Monsoon Lunar New Year Celebration
What: Ring in the Year of the Rat with chef Eric Banh’s six traditional Vietnamese dishes and a lion dance.
Why: It’s the mane attraction.
When: Menu thru Sat., 5-10 p.m.; lion dance, tonight, 6 p.m.
Where: 615 19th Ave. E. (206-325-2111).

SEE
In Effect
What: OKOK unveils new works by Diem Chau and Jen Stark alongside a collaborative installation.
Why: Tides you over till First Thursday.
When: Thru Mar. 4. Opening reception, Sat., 6-10 p.m.
Where: OKOK Gallery, 5107 Ballard Ave. NW. (206-789-6242).