July 12, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Last weekend, you saw fireworks. Surely, you can top that.

SEE
The Bluest Eye
What: Toni Morrison’s (novel) examination of race, sex, and identity in midcentury America makes its Atlanta stage debut.
Why: Stop. Look. Listen.
When: Thru Sept. 2. Wed.-Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 8:30 p.m.; Sun., 5 p.m.
Where: Horizon Theatre, 1083 Austin Ave., Little Five Points (404-584-7450). Tickets online at tix.com.

PARTY
Bastille Day Celebration at Trois
What: Dress up like a king or queen for free cake, champagne, and a chance to win the courtly costume contest and a $500 gift card.
Why: Anything but a royal pain.
When: Sat., 10 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: 1180 Peachtree St., Midtown (404-815-3337).

EAT
Across the Street
What: The new Mexican cantina dishes nut-encrusted tilapia, pineapple and red onion salsa, and a patio overlooking Freedom Park.
Why: Goat cheese enchiladas are only a kiss away.
When: Nightly, 5-10 p.m.
Where: 668 Highland Ave. NE, Inman Park (404-781-0931).

BUY
Evolution Home Decor Sample Sale II
What: Emu, Kenneth Wingard, Carter, and Jonathan Adler samples are up to 80 percent off.
Why: Retail therapy hits close to home.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 
Where: 2402 Park Central Blvd., Decatur. Info at 404-422-2380.

HEAR
Studio 281
What: Jazzy music spot and outdoor cafe spills tunes into the gallery hood every weekend.
Why: Get into the groove.
When: Thurs.-Sat. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Where: 281 Peters St., Castleberry Hill District (404-524-7247).