Seattle - May 21, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Try not to Gorge yourself.

LEARN
West Seattle Edible Garden Fair
What: A daylong tutorial in how to grow your own groceries, from container gardening to sauerkraut making, including a garden supplies swap and sample snacks.
Why: You hoe.
When: Sat., 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: South Seattle Community College, 6000 16th Ave. SW. Info at 206-762-0604.

SEE
Seattle International Film Festival
What: The city’s cinematic celebration begins with a British comedy (In the Loop), concludes with a French spy spoof (OSS 117: Lost in Rio), and runs the gamut of genres with special guests (Spike Lee, Francis Ford Coppola).
Why: Make your cameo.
When: Thru June 14. Opens Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: Various theaters. Tickets online at siff.net.

Underwater
What: An H2O-themed exploration floods the gallery with photography, video, drawings, paintings, and sculptures by Olafur Eliasson, Mark Wyse, Amir Zaki, and other world-class artists.
Why: Go on a liquid diet.
When: Thru Aug. 1, 2010. Thurs.-Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Western Bridge, 3412 Fourth Ave. S. (206-838-7444).

SHOP
Piano Nobile Launch Party
What: View the local design studio’s complete debut collection of angular lamps and tables, as well as decor by hosts Lit and Hermitage.
Why: It’s a home run.
When: Thurs., 4-7 p.m.
Where: 1906 E. Prospect St. (206-328-5550).

GET AWAY
This Summer
What: Our new Summer Trippin’ site has everything you need to take a vacay (including deals and prizes) or just have a better time at your abode.
Why: Have a radical sabbatical.
When: Thru Labor Day.
Where: Online at dailycandy.com/travel.

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