Seattle - July 31, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

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CRUISE
Can Can Presents Yacht Club
What: Hop aboard The Islander to watch the bawdy choreography of the Can Can dance troupe, tipple some cocktails, and show off your own moves — all while touring lakes Washington and Union.
Why: Sea legs (lots of ’em).
When: Thurs., 8 p.m. (Also Aug. 28 & Sept. 25.)
Where: 1611 Fairview Ave. E. Tickets at 800-838-3006 or online at brownpapertickets.com.

SEE
Seattle Opera’s Aida
What: Verdi’s tale of forbidden love unfolds with award-winning sets, robust vocals, elaborate costumes, and eyeliner that would make Amy Winehouse jealous.
Why: You’re a slave to love.
When: Thru Aug. 23. Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m.
Where: McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St. Tickets at 206-389-7676.

EAT
Pig ’N Whistle Bar & Grill
What: The Greenwood pub reopens with Portage chef Vuong Loc masterminding the laid-back, English menu. Think house-smoked mozzarella and heirloom tomato salad, herb chicken with dumplings, and roasted suckling pig.
Why: We’re not whistling Dixie.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sat. & Sun., 8:30 a.m.-1 a.m.
Where: 8412 Greenwood Ave. N. (206-782-6044).

SHOP
Olivine Closing Sale
What: Save 50-70 percent on everything from fabulous frocks and footwear to the fixtures on which they’re displayed. Sob!
Why: A couldn’t-be-fonder farewell.
When: Thru Aug. 17. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 5344 Ballard Ave. NW (206-706-4188).

Fremont Sidewalk Sale
What: Shop discounted goods (20-70 percent) from Bellefleur Lingerie, Lambs Ear, Lola Pop, Les Amis, and more.
Why: Troll for a deal.
When: Fri., 3-7 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.
Where: 34th & 35th Sts., b/t Evanston & Troll Aves.

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