August 28, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Lights out.

DISCUSS
Dialog in the Dark
What: Pitch-black sensory tours led by visually impaired guides will blow your mind and get you thinking.
Why: Like the blind leading the seeing.
When: Mon.-Sun., 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Opens Sat.
Where: 265 18th St., 2nd flr., Atlantic Station (866-866-8265).

BRUNCH
Sunday Sessions at Artistry
What: Bottomless mimosas, a breakfast buffet, and live DJ.
Why: Keep your head up.
When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 942 Peachtree St., Midtown (404-888-0101).

SLURP
Smyrna Hops & Barley Beer Tasting
What: Zucca pizza, Atkins Park bar bites, and more than 100 world brews at the outdoor festival.
Why: Labor Day was almost called Keg Stand Day.
When: Sat., 1-6 p.m. Tickets online.
Where: Smyrna Market Village, 2840 Atlanta Rd., Smyrna (770-435-1887).

SEE
World Domination TheatreSports Tournament
What: Troupes from across the globe compete for improv glory.
Why: Go for the gold. And for the Terrapin specials.
When: Thurs.-Sat. Schedule and tickets online.
Where: Dad’s Garage Theatre, 280 Elizabeth St., Inman Park (404-523-3141 ext. 201).

AVOID
Hard Labor
What: There’s a shade tree with your name on it.
Why: You’ve lost the cooler with your name on it.
When: Kiss it, Monday.
Where: This side of the three-day weekend.