THE WEEKEND GUIDE

Our recommended events for the weekend — and beyond.

SWEETEST TABOO
Taboo Naughty But Nice Sex Show
What: Western Canada’s largest trade show dedicated to all things sexual.
When: Today to Sunday.
Why: Pick up a few new tricks.
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre East (1055 Canada Place).
How much: $15 online.

BIG-HEARTED BISTRO
Dine Out for a Cause at Adesso Bistro
What: A special $33 three-course dinner deal, and $5 goes to A Loving Spoonful.
When: Friday until February 3rd.
Why: Why just Dine Out, when you can Dine Out for a Cause?
Where: Adesso Bistro (1906 Haro St.)
How much: $33.

SLAM DANCE
Gay’er Fridays Kick-Off Party
What: Official launch of the city’s newest weekly dance party.
When: Friday, 10 pm to 3 am.
Why: Like you need an excuse…
Where: Oasis Ultra Lounge (1240 Thurlow).
How much: $3 cover.

SAVAGE BEAST
Dan Savage Live
What: An evening with author, activist and founder of the It Gets Better video project.
When: Saturday, 8 pm.
Why: We’d pay to hear him read from the phone book. Luckily, he won’t be.
Where: The Vogue (918 Granville St.).
How much: $20-$50 online.

THREESOME
Hanson
What: The former teen heartthrobs are all grown up (pictured) and touring in support of their latest album, Shout It Out.
When: Monday, 8 pm.
Why: MMMBop? More like MMMHot!
Where: The Vogue (918 Granville St.).
How much: $35 online.