April 10, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

What’s old is new again.

ANTICIPATE
Blame It on Gravity
What: The beloved Old 97’s release their first new album in four years.
Why: We’d be lying if we said we didn’t have designs on it.
When: Official release is May 13, but now is your chance to preorder.
Where: On a road called Oppenheimer. No, wait. Online at old97s.com.

ATTEND
Chocolate & Terroir
What: Sample and compare dark chocolates from Africa and Madagascar to learn the effects terroir has on the sweet treat.
Why: It’s in good taste.
When: Thurs., 7-9 p.m.
Where: The Cultured Cup, 8312 Preston Center Plaza Dr., The Plaza at Preston Center (972-960-1521).

HEAR
British Sea Power
What: Shake your body to songs from the indie Brit band’s latest LP, Do You Like Rock Music?
Why: You love rock music.
When: Fri., 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Loft, 1135 S. Lamar St., Downtown (214-928-9844). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

DRINK
French Press Coffee
What: Allow the baristas at Drip Coffee to serve up the blend of your choice French press style.
Why: Talk is steep.
When: When you need a buzz.
Where: 4343 Lovers Ln., Highland Park (214-599-7800).

WEAR
Trina Turk Swimwear
What: Get your hands on the L.A.-based designer’s adorable suits while she’s in town for a visit.
Why: You’re a total Turk-ey.
When: Sat., 1-4 p.m.
Where: Everything but Water, 6139 Luther Ln., The Plaza at Preston Center (972-612-0976).