August 14, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Stir it up, little darling.

GROOVE
Reggae & Rhone
What: Jamaican food, live reggae, wine, and fire-eaters at Michael-David Winery’s annual Caribbean paradise.
Why: Get up, stand up.
When: Sat., 6-9:30 p.m.
Where: 4580 W. Hwy. 12, at N. Ray Rd., Lodi (209-368-7384). Call for reservations.

GRUB
Heirloom Tomato Week
What: Support tomato farmers (who lost $100 million in the salmonella scare) by celebrating the beloved fruit-cum-veggie at more than 50 local restos.
Why: You say tomato.
When: Thru Aug. 24.
Where: See list of participating Bay Area restaurants.

HEAR
Donna Summer
What: Seventies disco diva performs live to debut her first new album in seventeen years.
Why: She works hard for the money.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: The Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway, b/t 20th & 21st Sts., Oakland (510-465-6400). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

GIVE
Long, Hot Summer
What: Honor Gav’s marriage equality efforts at a soiree of gourmet food, fashion, auctions, and jazz to benefit GLAAD.
Why: That’s the long and short of it.
When: Sun., 5-8 p.m.
Where: Orson, 508 Fourth St., at Bryant St. (415-777-1508).

CHILL
Come Early, Stay Late
What: Stop by Terzo for vino, beer, or an aperitif and enjoy a complimentary appetizer.
Why: Buy one, get one free.
When: Thru Sept. 1. Mon.-Fri., 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: 3011 Steiner St., at Union St. (415-441-3200).