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MIDTOWN, SOHO—West Hollywood salon Benjamin is popping up in NYC for just two days this Sunday and Monday—and if you're reading this right now, you could score a blowout or free. Call 917-689-1637 to make your appointment, and if you're the first one to mention Racked, it's free (Update: it's been claimed, thanks to all who called!). They'll be open from 9am to 6pm in Midtown on Sunday and Soho on Monday—you'll get the exact address with your appointment confirmation. As for services, they're available for everything from cuts, to blowouts, updos, base colors, highlights, gloss, and straightening treatments.
WILLIAMSBURG—Majorly affected by the L-train weekend shutdown? At least you can get some good local shopping done at Cadet (46 N 6th St), where customers can score this tee shirt with a $200 purchase made either Saturday or Sunday.
GRAMERCY—Boozy brunch and braids, anyone? Glamsquad is teaming up with Ainsworth Park (111 East 18th St) to offer a brunch entreé, the dry hairstyle of your choice, and unlimited mimosas and bellinis for a two-hour period this Sunday, April 19th. To get your $35 ticket, head here.
WILLIAMSBURG—Bust magazine is back at Brooklyn Bazaar (165 Banker St) with Bust Craftacular's Primped, a fair that celebrates local indie fashion, beauty, and vintage brands. Stop by the braid bar, make your own jewelry or flower crown, hop in a photo booth, pick up some makeup tricks, and so much more—all for only $5. You can buy your ticket at the door when the event opens on Sunday, April 19th at 11am. Head here to learn so much more about the seven-hour event.
FORT GREENE—Save up to 40% off retail prices on Kooba bags at the Fort Greene General Store (218 DeKalb Ave) tomorrow between 4pm and 8pm. Juice and cocktails will be served courtesy of House of Juices, and the first 25 shoppers will receive a goodie back with FGGS merchandise and a Kooba discount card. RSVP before heading over for a chance to score a Kooba bag for free.
DOWNTOWN BROOKYLN—The Packer Collegiate Institute's Parent's Association is hosting a weekend sale of high-end designer clothes for men and women, including brands like Alexander Wang, Rag + Bone, Michael Kors, Manolo Blahnik, and more. Stop by 55 Court Street tomorrow and Sunday between 11am and 5pm or Monday between 11am and 7pm—head here for more information.