Now, voyager.
SHOP
The Bold Italic’s Pop-Up Shop at Voyager
What: The beloved website sets up shop for two months in the Mission, selling SF-designed products such as Paul’s hats, Salty Fox jewelry, and Jeremy Fish and Jayde Cardinalli note cards.
Why: Get free beer and the chance to hobnob with the designers themselves at the opening bash.
When: Thru Sept. 30. Opening party, Fri., 6-9 p.m. Daily, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 365 Valencia St., at 15th St. (415-779-2712).
DRINK
Wine Riot
What: A fresh take on a wine tasting with DJs, food trucks, a photo booth, and a mobile app to keep track of your favorite sips.
Why: Try 300 vintages from around the world — some ultra small batch, some recognizable from the grocery aisle, all delicious.
When: Fri., 7-11 p.m.; Sat., 1-5 p.m. & 7-11 p.m.
Where: Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th St., at Brannan St. Tickets ($60 for Fri., $50 for Sat.) at secondglass.com. Info at 800-430-1553.
EAT
Noisette
What: The folks behind Noise Pop swing by for summer with a daytime concert showcasing The Dodos, Pillowfight, Craft Spells, and Taken by Trees.
Why: Admission includes small plates from eight restaurants, ranging from big guns Commonwealth and Flour + Water to up-and-comers Rice Paper Scissors and GraffEats.
When: Sat., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Public Works, 161 Erie St., at Mission St. (415-932-0955). Tickets ($60-$85) at ticketfly.com.
PARTY
Park and Pond’s First Birthday
What: The North Beach gift shop marks a year in business with beer from local brewer Sonnenbrau, free bites, tote bags, a photo booth, and a DJ.
Why: We’re eyeing the Glass Cathedrals shadow boxes (and everything’s 10 percent off).
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Park and Pond, 1422 Grant Ave., at Green St. (415-217-8864).
WEAR
Love & Luxe Presents Dexterity
What: The Mission gallery presents a trunk show of kinetic works by John Biggs; jewelry from Johnny Ninos; and Jose Arenas’s mystical, dreamlike oil paintings.
Why: Ninos’s hammered gold rings cancel out the need for any arm parties.
When: Sat. Show, 3-6 p.m.; opening party, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Love & Luxe, 1169 Valencia St., at 23rd St. (415-648-7781).
Photo: Courtesy of The Bold Italic








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