Keywords: Entertainment

Bikini & Bellinis Pilates Bootcamp What: Why should fitness be all work and no fun? Begin your Saturday with a 45-minute Pilates bootcamp led by fitness guru Jennifer Phelan on the patio at Sterling’s, then sip bellinis and enjoy a healthy brunch after class. Bring a yoga mat. When: Saturday series begins May 3, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Where: 60 State Street, Boston, 617-531-8200 Deets: http://www.sterlingsboston.com/events/bikinis-bellinis-2014-05-03/

 

Cinco de What? What: Cinco de Mayo was last year. This year, celebrate Cinco de Mustache at the Hard Rock Café. Five local bands, margaritas, and b.y.o.m. (bring your own mustache--if you want a better shot at winning a prize). Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door; proceeds will go to the MSPCA. Only for the 21+ crowd. When: Saturday, May 3, 8:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Where: 22-24 Clinton Street, Boston, 617-424-7625 Deets: http://www.mustacheboston.com/

 

For the literary-minded What: If words are your game, this is the perfect weekend. The final days of Lit Week 2014 include the keynote address of Grub Street’s annual Muse & The Marketplace conference, given Saturday by Jane Friedman on “Writing for Love (and Money).” On Sunday, Redivider will hold a literary launch party for its latest issue at Sweetwater Tavern; after that, swing by Lizard Lounge for a Poetry Jam. When: Keynote: Saturday, May 3, 7 p.m. Redivider launch party: Sunday, May 4, 4:00-6:00 p.m. Poetry Jam: Sunday, May 4, 7:30 p.m.-1:00 a.m. Where: Friedman Keynote: Park Plaza Hotel, 50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street, Boston, 800-225-2008 Redivider launch party: Sweetwater Tavern, 3 Boylston Place, Boston, 617-351-2515 Poetry Jam: Lizard Lounge, 1667 Mass Ave., Cambridge, info@lizardloungeclub.com

 

Bourbon, Big Hats & BBQ for Derby Day! What: Don your best hat and pass the mint juleps. Kentucky Derby day is here, and Commonwealth will be one of several restaurants celebrating in style. Come for the barbecue, raw bar and cocktails; stay for the “best dressed” contest and, of course, the race! When: Saturday, May 3, 3:00-7:00 p.m. Where: 11 Broad Canal Way, Cambridge, 617-945-7030 Deets: http://bostonchefs.com/news/2014/4/30/bourbon-big-hats-bbq-commonwealth/

 

Speaking of Fashion... What: Want to know what--or who--is up-and-coming in the world of fashion? Local industry celebrities will judge professional-level work of fashion students from Mount Ida College in a brand new venue for the event, the Royale Nightclub. Tickets range from $15-25 in advance, $28 at the door (if available). When: Saturday, May 3, 5:30 p.m. Where: 279 Tremont Street, Boston, 617-338-7699 Deets: http://www.mountida.edu/2014-fashion-show/

 

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