Weekend Picks – February 16, 2012
Watch
Reel Life Inspiration
What: Ditch the dudes for the kick off of the always empowering Girl Fest. Amid the live entertainment, insightful talks, roller derby, surf, dance, art, and tennis workshops, make sure to catch the premiere of Desert Flower. The story of Waris Dirie, who fled Somalia and an arranged marriage to work as a servant before becoming a supermodel, activist, and best-selling author, shows real girl power.
When: Girl Fest begins at 7 tonight with the art exhibit opening at Manifest. Desert Flower shows tomorrow, 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Venue, 1144 Bethel St.
Details: $5 for students and seniors, $8 general includes admission to the opening night party to follow. See the full schedule of anti-violence events on Girl Fest's website.
Give
Design Up
What: Use your morning venti cash to support local designer Katrina Langford. The creator of HI State of Mind's chic clothing and accessories created out of vintage scarves is fundraising to rebrand, expand, and hire seamstresses. Pledges start at a dollar, but five or more will come with a thank you gift like Langford's Mai Tai necklace (right) going to those who give $90.
When: Until February 26. If the $7,000 goal is not met all pledges will be canceled.
Details: Read more about the project and see Langford's designs on her kickstarter campaign.
Shop
Rack Them Up
What: The real reason Nordstrom Rack devotees were excited about February 14 is here – the clearance sale that knocks up to 75 percent off winter styles. Start in the shoe section. A whole new batch of big markdowns including Tory Burch, Sam Edelman, Jeffrey Campbell, and Vince Camuto just arrived today.
When: The Clear the Racks sale continues through Monday.
Where: Nordstrom Rack, Ward Center.
Details: Can't get away from your desk? Shipping and returns are free on Nordstrom Rack and Nordstrom's just started shoe sale online.
Reserve
Grab a Cork
What: Have your red and eat it too at the debut of Duckhorn Wine Company's newest vintage of Paraduxx Z Blend. Sink into the mixture of zinfandel and cabernet sauvignon paired with Ruth Chris' filet and lobster rockefeller, that is if you're not too full from the lamb lollipop, white bean and chorizo soup, and strawberry salad with goat cheese all matched up with signature Duckhorn bottles.
When: Make reservations now for the dinner Thursday, March 1 at 7 p.m.
Where: Ruth Chris Steakhouse at Restaurant Row, Lahaina Center and The Shops Wailea on Maui, and The Shops at Mauna Lani on the Big Island.
Details: $125. Call 808.661.8815 on Oahu or visit Ruth Chris' website for the full menu and more information.
Click
Maleing it in
What: You OD'd on the styles so spend some serious on screen time with the hottest male models spotted at Fashion Week. Racked broke it down by day meaning there's a full six galleries full of chiseled cheekbone goodness.
Details: Click here to see all the beautiful boys.
Cheer
Swing Time
What: Hopefully the weather will be pitch perfect for the University of Hawaii baseball team’s season opener against 27th ranked Oregon. With tickets under ten dollars you can afford to pick up snacks before you rally for the defending WAC champions, then work your way down to the diamond to meet and greet the 2012 team.
When: The four-game series starts at 6:35 p.m. tomorrow night.
Where: Les Murakami Stadium, University of Hawaii.
Details: Tickets range from $7 to $9. Check out the season schedule, wind up with a few fast facts, then reserve your seats online.
