What The Heck Is There To Do This Weekend?

Around my house, my spousal unit asks pretty much the same question each Friday: "what do you want to do this weekend?" And I, being the unprepared slouch that I am, rarely have an answer much beyond "uh, whatever you want to do." Which is the kind of answer that can get you in trouble.

To help you avoid that scenario and keep your home harmonious, Martinez Patch is pleased to provide you with a list of possible things to do this weekend in and around town. You're welcome.

Friday:

Armando's: A Night of Sin

Sin Silver is an Irish singer/songwriter who has been dazzling an ever-growing number of fans at Happy Hour and a Half for over a year now. She returns to Armando's this Friday for her usual 4:30 to 6 p.m. time slot (no cover, discounted drinks), but is very proud to debut her band, Sin Silver and the Avenue, at 8 p.m. The band is featuring mostly original songs, some of which are featured on her new CD. If you have yet to see her, make it a point to catch some or all of the Armando's show this Friday.

Boys and Girls Club Dance

If local hip hop is more to your taste, than by all means head to the Martinez Boys and Girls Club and check out local hip hop stars Ryan Martinez and Mike Marty and other special guests as they flow and free-style their way through a funky Friday night. This show is open to all ages, and is $5 for members, $8 pre sale and $10 at the door.

"The 7C's" (California's Contra Costa County Critter Carvers Club)

This show runs through February 25.
Hours are M-F,11-3 and Sat. 9-1

Saturday

St. Catherine Mardi Gras Fashion Show

Join the St. Catherine's Young Ladies Institute as they show off the latest fashions from Dress Barn in a Mardi Gras fundraiser for a new stove for the parish. The festivities begin at 11am and tickets are $14.

Crab Feed at Grace Episcopal Church

Dinner will include pasta, salad, bread and dessert -- and, of course, crab and more crab.  Chicken will be available for non-crab eaters.  Please bring your own dipping sauce and tools.  The cost is $40 per person, $15 for children under 12, and five and under is free.  Tickets are limited, so call Connie at (510) 799-1322 to reserve yours.

Armando's - Sophisticated Ladies

If you find yourself in the mood for some swing and Latin Jazz performed by extremely talented and beautiful women (and let's face it - when are you NOT in the mood?), then head down to Armando's at 8 p.m. and treat yourself to some great talent you won't find anywhere else in the Bay Area tonight.

Sunday

Eros, A Celebration of the Human Body

I've Been Framed is featuring a display of photographs and paintings starring the human form in an unclothed state. These works are tasteful, elegant and definitely worth a look. I've Been Framed is located conveniently near the entrance of Waterfront Park, so if you're planning a walk that way, consider stopping in on the way there or back.

Sunday Farmers Market

The weather brings the crowds, the crowds bring more vendors, more vendors bring more crowds... it's a circle of life thing, and it's working very well. The now year-round Farmers Market on Main Street is a great place to meet friends, hear live music, and find a variety of food, with a focus on fresh, locally grown produce. But you can also find seafood, grass-fed beef, hand made soap, baked goods and, of course, kettle korn. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.