Seattle - July 24, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Don’t be a square. Get well-rounded.

JAM
Capitol Hill Block Party
What: More than 50 bands — including Vampire Weekend, Chromeo, and The Hold Steady — provide the soundtrack to Seattle’s hippest summer scene with proceeds benefiting Home Alive and The Vera Project.
Why: Block on.
When: Fri. & Sat. Schedule online.
Where: E. Pike St., b/t Broadway & 12th Ave. Tickets online at thestranger.com.

SHOP
H&M Grand Opening
What: The trendy yet affordable store finally hits our neck of the woods. Show up with open arms — to grab every tank, tee, and trouser in sight.
Why: Holy and moly!
When: Opens Fri.
Where: Westfield Southcenter (206-246-0019).

Diane Kappa Trunk Show
What: Local textile designer’s luxurious fabrics; cheery, crisp graphics; and vibrant colors embolden any room.
Why: Paper napkins are trash.
When: Thurs., 4-6 p.m.
Where: Inside Out, 115 Ave. A, Snohomish (360-563-0767).

SEE
Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired
What: Documentarian Marina Zenovich breaks down the trials (literally) and tribulations of the most controversial director of our time.
Why: It’s perfectly legal.
When: Thru July 31. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 2 & 8 p.m.
Where: SIFF Cinema, 321 Mercer St. (206-633-7151).

HEAR
Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings
What: The first lady of funk and soul croons her way into your heart and out through your hips at this savage outdoor concert.
Why: You’re an an-i-mal on the dance floor.
When: Sun., 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: Woodland Park Zoo, N. 59th St. & Evanston Ave. (206-548-2500). Tickets at Metropolitan Market, 5250 40th Ave. NE (206-938-6600).

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