This’ll go down easy.
KICK BACK
Bags and Bubbles
What: Rest your feet between marathon shopping missions with a half-dozen oysters and a glass of Casa del Mar cava ($15).
Why: Lines at the register seem to go much faster after a little champers.
When: Thru Dec. 18. Sat., 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: Oyster House, 1516 Sansom St. (215-567-7683).
ADORN
Earthly Beauties Fashion Spotlight & Shopping Extravaganza
What: Seven sustainable businesses and designers — including Zivile Art, Arcadia, and Bus Stop — hawk clothing and accessories ($30-$350) and put on a runway show.
Why: Enter the raffle benefiting The Career Wardrobe to win gift certificates, jewelry, and more.
When: Event, Sat., noon-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. Fashion show, Sat., 5 p.m.
Where: Cityspace, 2200 Walnut St. Info at 215-627-2357. Admission is free.
GIVE
Holiday Gifts Inspired by Our Readers
What: We asked our Facebook friends what they want for Christmas (hand-painted shoes, a move to the Big Apple, the perfect night’s sleep), and we’ve been shopping ever since.
Why: Because we care.
When: In two shakes of a reindeer’s tail.
Where: Online at dailycandy.com.
BUY
611 Lifestyle Pop-Up Shop
What: Dance music phenom Nigel Richards brings back his line of basic tees (a simple way to profess your love for drum and bass) with glittery bags and fitted varsity jackets ($9-$590) added to the mix.
Why: DJs are a welcome respite from mind-numbing Christmas carols.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 131 S. 18th St. (215-327-5521).
MEET
Steve Poses
What: Say hello to the man behind the illustrious Frog Commissary and grab a copy ($30-$40) of his cookbook, At Home.
Why: Quick, easy-to-make recipes (Mexican grilled cheese, three-layered brownies) may encourage you to toss the pile of delivery menus.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Reading Terminal Market, Center Court, 51 N. 12th St., at Arch St. (215-922-2317). Admission is free.
Photo: Courtesy of Oyster House








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