Friday:
 • Brazilians celebrate their independence today with various parties throughout New York City. Hopefully things remain a little less stabby than PR Day. [flavorpill]
• Jamie Stewart's lyrics as Xiu Xiu singer have got it all goin' on for the summer: A bit of depression here, some child abuse there, homosexual angst, and suicidal tendencies to boot. Hop on the party train at Bowery Ballroom tonight. [Paper]
Saturday:
 • If you can't be drunk on a beach, here's the second best option: Ian Williams, author of Rum: A Social and Sociable History of the Real Spirit of 1776, discusses his book on Governors Island today. Bring a flask of Bacardi and it'll be just like the Vineyard. [flavorpill]
• Didn't go to Queens for the last P.S. 1 of the summer? Don't want to hop on the 7 to check out the U.S. Open in Flushing? Luckily, the kind souls at American Express are willing to accomodate your laziness: They roll out big screen TVs at the World Financial Center and Madison Square Park to broadcast live tennis coverage.
Sunday:
 • Party like you're at Star Room with 100% less beach but 50% more self-loathing at GBH's Holiday Party bash at Marquee. If not, make a last ditch effort to get the hell out of town. [Upcoming]