November 13, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

It’s a whodunnit. Or why didn’t you?

SHOP
Seattle Goodwill’s 25th Anniversary Glitter Sale
What: Buy vintage pieces and scour for couture from designers including Chloé, Stella McCartney, and Jimmy Choo to benefit the nonprofit’s job-training and education programs.
Why: Goodwill hunting.
When: Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 1400 S. Lane St. (206-860-5711).

DRINK
20Something: the New Vintage
What: Treat your palate to an extensive selection of Washington wines and delicious nibbles from eateries like Cellar 46 and Bin Vivant at this party geared toward young connoisseurs.
Why: Wine not?
When: Sat., 7-11 p.m.
Where: Fremont Studios, 155 N. 35th St. Info at 206-667-9463. Tickets online at brownpapertickets.com.

EAT
Pearl Bar & Dining
What: Bellevue’s newest gem serves a contemporary Northwest menu with items like Sonoma foie gras and slow-roasted kurobuta pork shoulder.
Why: Enjoy twice-daily happy hours offering half off bar appetizers.
When: Opens Fri. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-12:30 a.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-1:30 a.m.
Where: 700 Bellevue Way NE, ste. 50, Bellevue (425-455-0181).

GO
Ignite
What: Tour Pratt Fine Arts Center’s studios; learn about classes; and watch professional glass, steel, paint, and jewelry artists at work.
Why: Artypants.
When: Sat., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 1902 S. Main St. (206-328-2200).

SEE
Edward Hopper’s Women
What: Portrayals of the ’20s modern woman and her entree into the workplace amid the bustle of New York.
Why: Use and a muse.
When: Thru Mar. 1. Tues., Wed., Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Ave. (206-654-3100).