July 31, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Must love dogs, foxy ladies, and short shorts.

GET DOWN
Disco Summer Nights
What: Dance 101’s smokin’ new class pays homage to Saturday Night Fever and Studio 54.
Why: Throw back with the Bee Gees, Evelyn “Champagne” King, and Alicia Bridges.
When: Thurs., 8:30-9:30 p.m.; Fri., 5:30-6:30 p.m.; Sat., 3-4 p.m. Class info online.
Where: 2480 Briarcliff Rd., Druid Hills (404-542-3887).

Tap ’80s Party
What: A cover band, costume contest, and free apps like fried pickles and pineapple with chili salt.
Why: Have a beer, not a cow.
When: Fri., 5 p.m.
Where: 1180 Peachtree St., Midtown (404-347-2220).

JOIN
Atlanta Boxer Rescue
What: The new Atlanta org hosts adoptions, info sessions, and people-pooch socials at dog-friendly spots all over town.
Why: Who could resist that face?
When: When the going gets ruff.
Where: Not on the nice rug.

EAT
Bay Leaves Natural Food Restaurant
What: The cheery newish spot serves tasty but healthy things like fish tacos and sweet potato fries.
Why: Like it? Love it? Have some more of it.
When: Lunch, Tues.-Fri., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner, Tues.-Thurs., 5:30-10:30 p.m.; Fri., 5:30-11 p.m.; Sat., 1-11 p.m.; Sun., 1-10 p.m.
Where: 1138 Euclid Ave., Little Five Points (404-688-8677).

HEAR
George Michael
What: Wham! Bam! Thank you, ma’am. The man, myth, and legend hits our city.
Why: Need we say more?
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Philips Arena, 1 Philips Dr., Downtown. Tickets and info at 404-249-6400.