Atlanta - February 26, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Pop a squat. Or a wheelie.

SHOP
Armour & Co
What: Owner Jayme Leffler’s newest finds include glam stools and art by local painter Julie Jones.
Why: Mind your manors.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 1198 N. Highland Ave., Virginia Highland (404-817-3725).

GO
Avia Hotel
What: Savannah’s first boutique sleep will lure you away from the riverfront.
Why: Go for the digs and ambitious wine tasting happy hours. Stay for the fried mushroom risotto cheese balls.
When: Ever.
Where: 14 Barnard St., Savannah (912-233-2116).

EAT
Glenwood Park Farmers Market
What: Area purveyors like Antico Mercante and Sweet Auburn Bread Company do their thang at the new weekend market.
Why: Local food for thought.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Brasfield Square, at Garrett St., Glenwood Park.

In the Bag
What: Curated originals from SATC, Hermès, and Oscar de la Renta explore the process that takes us from concept to carriage to coveting.
Why: Carry on.
When: Thru May 2. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Museum of Design Atlanta, Marquis II Tower, 285 Peachtree Center Ave., Downtown (404-979-6455).

BALANCE
Yoga Under the Sea
What: Be Well Atlanta instructors host new weekend session alongside creatures of the deep.
Why: A whole new meaning to downward-facing dolphin. Or something like that.
When: Sun., 9:30-11 a.m.
Where: Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St., Downtown (404-581-4000). Tickets and info online.