Seattle - September 11, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Just don’t punk out.

SEE
Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains
What: The underground punk flick  gained cult notoriety due to appearances by members of The Clash, Sex Pistols, The Tubes, and a ferocious 15-year-old Diane Lane.
Why: We don’t put out!
When: Fri., 7 & 9 p.m.
Where: The Grand Illusion Cinema, 1403 NE 50th St. (206-523-3935).

Don’t You F#{%ing Look at Me! Surveillance in the 21st Century
What: Artful studies on our obsession with and insecurity about surveillance includes a short work by Gary Hill, a science-fiction fairytale, and an algorithmically generated cinematic story.
Why: You like to watch.
When: Thru Oct. 31. Opening reception, Fri., 6 p.m.
Where: 911 Media Arts Center, 402 9th Ave. N. (206-682-6552).

GO
Day of Music & Art: Block Party
What: Celebrate Benaroya Hall’s 10th birthday with performances by the Seattle Men’s Chorus, the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, and the Seattle Symphony, also get admission to the SAM’s permanent collection — all gratis.
Why: Compose yourself.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 200 University St., b/t Second & Third Aves. (206-215-4747).

SHOP
Show Pony Grand Opening
What: Julie Merriman Wray of Olivine officially opens the doors to her new Fremont shop, stocked with scents from Saffron James and Trance Essence, Worishofer shoes, and jewelry like hammered brass Bonnie Bangles.
Why: Giddy-up.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 3526 Fremont Pl. N., ste. d, entrance on N. 36th St. (206-706-4188).

Bellevue Fashion Week: Nordstrom Fall Runway Show
What: Fall frocks from Gucci, L.A.M.B., and Phillip Lim commandeer the catwalk to benefit the Detlef Schrempf Foundation.
Why: It’s clothes to your heart.
When: Fri. Doors, 7 p.m.; show, 8 p.m.
Where: Fashion AXIS at Lincoln Square, 700 Bellevue Way (206-464-0826). Tickets online at detlef.com.

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