Seattle - June 19, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Summer, where art thou?

SIP
Mediterranean Rosé
What: Dine alfresco with a glass of the fruity pink wine paired with a prix fixe three-courser.
Why: It’s a foreign affair.
When: Thru June 30. Mon.-Thurs., 5-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 5:30-11 p.m.; Sun., 5:30-10 p.m.
Where: Cafe Campagne, 1600 Post Alley (206-728-2233).

EAT
Urban BBQ Series
What: Joule’s weekly feast features $3-$12 edibles, summer cocktails, and live music. (This week’s theme is Hail to the Vegetables.)
Why: Check out dem grills.
When: Thru Aug. 17. Every Sun., noon-8 p.m.
Where: 1913 N. 45th St. (206-632-1913).

SEE
Inspiring Impressionism
What: New SAM exhibit with works by Monet, Manet, Degas, and the like.
Why: They make a good first impression.
When: Thru Sept. 21. Tues., Wed., Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: 1300 First Ave. (206-654-3100).

SHOP
Polite Society Sale
What: Men’s and women’s spring/summer merch (Baum und Pferdgarten, Catherine Malandrino, Helmut Lang) at up to 40 percent off.
Why: Hi, society.
When: Starts Fri. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 1924 First Ave. (206-441-4796).

RECYCLE
Men’s Denim
What: Trade in an old pair for 30 percent off designer blues from Howe, William Rast, and more.
Why: Billie’s jeans aren’t your lover.
When: Fri.-June 29. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: The Industry, 3516 Fremont Pl. N. (206-547-9961).