Atlanta - August 24, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Attention slicksters, hipsters, and everyone in between: Monday’s a whole four nights away.

EAT
Olive Oil Tastings
What: Organize a small group to taste up to fifteen oil varieties, paired with bread, cheese, and wine.
Why: You’re addicted to oil.
When: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., or by appointment.
Where: Savor, 3187 Roswell Rd., Buckhead (404-869-0070).

SEE
Matre Gallery Anniversary Show
What: Art from more than a decade’s worth of gallery shows, including pop painter Jonathan Fenske.
Why: Sometimes, it’s fun to just watch.
When: Opening reception, Fri., 7-9 p.m. Thru Sept. 25.
Where: Matre Gallery, 75 Bennett St., Tula Art Center, space g2, Buckhead (404-350-8399).

BUY
Luxe Designer Trunk Show
What: Duds by Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Jimmy Choo, Chloé, Miu Miu, Catherine Malandrino, DVF, and more at up to 75 percent off.
Why: Some call you a  label whore. No reason not to wear it well.
When: Sat. & Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Sager Lofts, 455 Glen Iris Dr., loft e, Old Fourth Ward. R.S.V.P. to info@luxeatlanta.com.

DO
Donate Your Shoes
What: Drop off gently worn kicks for Soles4Souls and get 20 percent off and a cocktail.
Why: It’s all about the give and take.
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Sole, 1245 Caroline St., Edgewood Retail District (404-523-1777).

GO
Grant Park Summer Shade Festival
What: A local artist market, food and wine tastings, and live entertainment all weekend long.
Why: You’ve already got it made.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Main Entrance and parking at Confederate Ave. & Boulevard, Grant Park (404-521-0938).