Atlanta - February 19, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Put down the Wii remote.

SEE
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater 50th Anniversary
What: Five decades of groundbreaking choreography. Need we say more?
Why: Dance dance revolution.
When: Thurs.-Sun. Showtimes online.
Where: The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St., Midtown (404-881-2100).

First Look
What: Emly Benham and Sandpiper host seasonal debuts for Rebecca Taylor, Nanette Lepore, Alice + Olivia, Tibi, and more.
Why: Pretty pieces: pretty penny. Bid on runway looks to benefit The Chelko Foundation.
When: Thurs. Cocktails, 6 p.m.; runway show, 7 p.m.; silent auction, 8 p.m.
Where: Vinings Jubilee, 4300 Paces Ferry Rd., Vinings (770-433-2989).

ROLL ’EM
Macon Film Festival
What: Screenings, shorts, and film buzz in Atlanta’s little sister city.
Why: Cinema paradiso.
When: Through Sun. Schedule online.
Where: Day passes and tickets at Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 2nd St., Macon (478-257-6391).

EAT
Portofino Celebrates Campania
What: Go for the cobblestone and caponata. Stay for wine pairings that won’t break the bank.
Why: Tastes like a new old-world order.
When: Lunch, Mon.-Fri., 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner, Mon.-Thurs., 5:30-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 5:30-11 p.m.; Sun., 5-9 p.m.
Where: 3199 Paces Ferry Pl., Buckhead (404-231-1136).

DRINK (and JAM)
South African Wine Party at 10 Degrees South
What: Gratis pours, Zulu dancers, and an excuse to say, “Pass the bobotie spring rolls.”
Why: It’s pronounced “buh-bow-tee,” by the way.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: 4183 Roswell Rd., Buckhead (404-705-8870). R.S.V.P. to corey@10degreessouth.com.