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We scan the inbox so you don't have to. Today, a single item of note:
SUBJECT: Michele Varian's handbags and clutches
MESSAGE: A new line of vintage-inspired, handmade bags available online or at the designer's boutique (35 Crosby St between Broome and Grand Sts, 212-343-0033).
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FROM: Thrillist
SUBJECT: Mid-week list
MESSAGE: 8th Street Wine Cellar (28 W 8th St between Fifth and Sixth Aves, 212-260-9463), Virgil's Ribstock (free Memphis pork ribs and wings) on August 14th from 6 to 7:30pm at the restaurant (152 W 44th St between Sixth and Seventh Aves, 212-921-9494), drink spot Whiskey Town (29 E 3rd St between Bowery and Second Ave, 212-505-7344) has 40 whiskeys to get you inebriated, and finally, a link to that Chocolate Rain YouTube video that's been making the rounds.
SUBJECT: Sweetpea baby booties
MESSAGE: The New Zealand-based company has just begun to sell their soft footwear for babies stateside.
FROM: Best Bets Daily
SUBJECT: Cupcake charms
MESSAGE: A completely unnecessary but cute item available at Etsy.
FROM: RareDaily
SUBJECT: Various charity initiatives
MESSAGE: Dining for Darfu event on Tuesday August 21st (tickets are $125) at The Puck Building (295 Lafayette St at Houston St), Kiva, and Carnival for Conservation taking place Thursday August 16th from 5:30 to 8pm at the Silverleaf Tavern (43 E 38th St at Park Ave South, 212-973-2550).
FROM: his&hers dailies
SUBJECT: Sex toys
MESSAGE: Options for men and women are available at Eve's Garden (119 W 57th St, 800-848-3837).