April 17, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

That’s what we like about weekends: We keep getting older, they stay the same age.

LISTEN
Joshua Morrison’s Home
What: Soulful, bittersweet acoustic debut album from a local soldier who served in Iraq.
Why: It’s easy like Sunday morning.
When: You’re reading the paper.
Where: Easy Street Records, 20 Mercer St. (206-691-3279).

BUY
Rachel Burklund Designs Spring Trunk Show
What: Deals on local jeweler’s new spring collection and past-season samples.
Why: It’s your time to shine.
When: Sat., 1-4 p.m.
Where: ActivSpace Luna Park, 3400 Harbor Ave. SW, ste. 219. Info at 206-353-6422.

Girls Gone Glam Sale
What: Clutch, The Finerie, Chantelle lingerie, Lucy, and more offer merch with drinks and nibbles.
Why: Ten percent of proceeds benefit Dress for Success Seattle.
When: Tonight, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Alexis Hotel, 1007 First Ave. (206-624-4844).

DRINK
Jasmine IPA
What: Elysian Brewing’s addictive flowery IPA is back for the season.
Why: A cure for what ales you.
When: All spring.
Where: Elysian Brewing Co., 1221 E. Pike St. (206-860-1920).

GO
Rat City Rollergirls
What: Grab tickets for the consistently sold-out ladies’ roller derby season.
Why: Go rolling with your homies.
When: Reserve now for Sat., May 17, 5-9 p.m. (Or take your chances at the door this Sat., 5-9 p.m.)
Where: Hanger 30, Warren G. Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. Tickets online at brownpapertickets.com.