November 29, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Jack Frost nipping at your nose yet?

SHOP
Icon Style Trunk Show
What: Designer skateboards, Laura Dahl and Joia Style Studio samples, and more from indie ATL designers.
Why: Everybody is a star.
When: Thurs., 6:30-11 p.m.
Where: Defoor Centre, 1710 Defoor Ave NW., Downtown (404-591-3900).

PARTY
No Sex in This City Party
What: A DJ, Trois snacks, and a Patricia Field handbag auction to benefit A Future, Not a Past campaign to end child prostitution in Atlanta.
Why: Take one (handbag) for the cause.
When: Thrus., 5-9 p.m.
Where: Festivity, 2353 Peachtree Rd., Buckhead (404-841-8051).

Honey Nail Salon Anniversary Party
What: Poppy Sam trunk show and vodka cocktails on tap when Honey turns 1.
Why: See what the buzz is about.
When: Sat., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 442 E. Paces Ferry Rd., Buckhead (404-816-8340).

EAT
AquaKnox
What: Sin City import offers “global water cuisine” and a waterfall wine tower.
Why: Translation: Mouthwatering crab claws, grilled lobster, and a view of Peachtree and Piedmont.
When: Lunch, Mon.-Fri., 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner, Sun.-Thurs., 5:30-10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat., 5:30-11 p.m.
Where: 3280 Peachtree Rd NW., Buckhead (404-477-5600).

HEAR
Leaf
What: The Cali-bred songstress records a live album in Atlanta this weekend.
Why: Open your ears.
When: Fri., 9 p.m.
Where: Mocha Match Coffee Bar, 627 E. College Ave., Decatur (404-377-7788).

MAKE
Your Own Holiday Wreath
What: Mix your old greenery with Flower Bar’s pinecones, fresh flowers, and ribbon.
Why: Don’t get hung up on the holidays.
When: Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Irwin St. Market, 660 Irwin St., Old Fourth Ward (404-525-2244).