

The long Easter weekend is finally over… did you survive, mamas?! The weather’s starting to heat up, so here’s a few of our picks to get you and your littlie out and about this week!

Come along and enjoy story-time with Abie Longstaff, the author of children’s book The Fairytale Hairdresser. Get your books signed, your hair styled by John Robert from Private I Salon and your nails painted too. Now that’s what we call a true girlie day out!
Where: Bookazine, Shop 3022, Level 3, ifc mall, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free; space is limited so book a spot here

Learn about HK’s air pollution problems and what you can do about them with an evening of education, live music and entertainment in support of Clear The Air, a non-profit organisation dedicated to reducing air pollution in HK. Blues-inspired band Helter Skelter will be providing the beats, plus there will be a silent auction and prize raffle too.
Where: Grappa’s Cellar, Jardine House, Central, Hong Kong
How much: $100 (including one free drink), $50 for students; buy tickets here

We love finding out about cool new designers… so come celebrate the launch of fab new HK-based fashion line Fifi by checking out their glam Spring/Summer 2012 Collection! You can browse their gorgeous range of daywear and evening dresses, all with their unique ‘elegance with an edge’ style, whilst sipping on some bubbly free-flow cocktails… and you might even bump into our very own Instant Goddess researching a new blog too! Spaces are limited so don’t forget to RSVP if you plan on going.When: 19 April, 6-10pm
Where: Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free; RSVP to [email protected]
Get arty
Looking for an indoors activity with a difference to escape the heat and humidity? How about getting the little culture vultures educated about Brit art at the London Pictures Exhibition by Gilbert & George at the brand new White Cube Gallery, and score serious bragging rights outside the school gates!
Where: White Cube, 50 Connaught Road, Central, Hong Kong
How Much:Free!

Don’t forget to enter Sassy’s monthly giveaway for April! In case you missed it, we’re offering you the chance to win a luxurious one-night stay at W Hong Kong, including an indulgent treatment at Bliss Spa. The perfect excuse for a little R&R we reckon! Get your entries in here.
If you’ve got a tip for an upcoming event you’d like us to include on The Weekender, email [email protected] to clue us in!