Seattle - May 22, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

On the off chance you’re not at Sasquatch.

SHOP
Loeffler Randall Swimsuits
What: Prolific designer Jessie Randall scores again with ladylike swimwear.
Why: Her success was a shoe-in.
When: Lake Washington calls.
Where: Les Amis, 3420 Evanston Ave. N. (206-632-2877); online at shopbop.com.

Maison Luxe Anniversary Party/Adopt-a-Dog Day
What: The classy interiors shop serves champagne and cupcakes and hosts homeless dogs from the King County Animal Shelter.
Why: You need a pet project.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (dogs, noon-4 p.m.).
Where: Maison Luxe, 1123 First Ave., at Seneca St. (206-405-2828).

GO
Camp Jitterbug
What: World-class Lindy Hop camp with exhibitions, live music, dance-offs, and classes for all.
Why: You can swing it.
When: Fri.-Mon. Times at campjitterbug.com.
Where: Red Square, Pravda Studios, Century Ballroom, and more. Tickets at the door.

SEE
Seattle International Film Festival
What: More than 400 films spanning every genre, from comedies (Kiss the Bride) to dramas (Brick Lane) to coming-of-age works (Everything Is Fine).
Why: Bless you, father, for you have cinema-d.
When: Thru June 15. Opens Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: Various theaters. Tickets online at siff.net.

DRINK
Homemade Soda
What: Co-owner Chris Webb brews excellent ginger and root beers in Fremont Coffee’s basement.
Why: He’s a pop star.
When: Mon.-Fri., 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat., 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Fremont Coffee, 459 N. 36th St. (206-632-3633).