Atlanta - January 22, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Home is where the art is.

HEAR, CRAFT, and SEE
Chin Up ATL
What: BYO fabric (or buy an American Apparel tee at the door) to screen print feel-good city slogans in support of Sopo Bike Co-Op and Bike Bike Southeast.
Why: Love it or leave it.
When: Sat., 7-10 p.m.
Where: 225 Chester Ave., Cabbagetown. R.S.V.P. to nickilynnkeys@gmail.com.

Cowboys, Lovers, Losers, & Nobodies
What: Get This Gallery reopens with a show featuring NYC artist Drew Conrad.
Why: It’s a win-win.
When: Thru Feb. 28. Opening reception, Sat., 7-11 p.m.
Where: 662 11th St., Midtown (678-596-4451).

College Night and Chinese New Year at the High
What: Performances by BeatrixJar and The Grape Tree Collective, fortune cookie crafting, and classic kung fu flick The Last Dragon.
Why: Sho ’nuff.
When: Sat., 7 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 1280 Peachtree St., Midtown (404-733-4444).

SHOP
Boutique Bargains Sale
What: Gryson, Miu Miu, Black Halo, and more at 50-70 percent off.
Why: Buy sale items this weekend, get this printout signed at the boutique’s booth, and receive 20 percent off new spring merch at the store.
When: Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 231 18th St., Atlantic Station. Info at 770-433-2989.

SIP
Library Coffee Co.
What: Coffee, tea, sandwiches, and salads at this new spot put dinky java huts to shame.
Why: Did we mention the fireplace?
When: Mon.-Wed., 6 a.m.-11 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 6 a.m.-midnight; Sun., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Grand opening party, all day Sat.
Where: 2523 Caldwell Rd., Brookhaven (404-841-8818).

  Artsy, Do-Gooder