Entertainment Briefs

The Strokes are coming to town

The Strokes are currently on tour in support of their new album, First Impressions of Earth. New York’s original post-millennial hipsters will appear at the Tabernacle on Wednesday, March 8. Doors open at 7pm and tickets are $30. Remember 5 years ago when the Strokes played at the Cotton Club for $10? Ah, those were the days.

Drowning in an ocean of chocolate

Rosa Mexicano, located in Atlantic Station, will be hosting their third annual Chocolate Festival from March 9 – 11. Planned events include a cooking demonstration, luncheon, and gala dinner. Reservations are necessary, so call 404-347-4090 or email ehunter@sheltergroup.net ahead of time.

J00 R T3H N00B, LOL, PWN3D

Stop wasting your time playing Counterstrike with those noobs down your hall and take a shot with the elite at the second annual North Georgia LAN Uprising. The event will be held at 2121 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard in Buford tomorrow. Top prize is $500. Check www.northgeorgialan.net for complete information.

Money-saving 101 at the High

If you are a Fulton County resident and you are not aware of the High Museum’s policy towards Fulton residents, you should have your citizenship revoked. On the first Saturday and Sunday of each month, the High will allow free admission to the first 600 Fulton County residents who show up.

In case you don’t follow calendars, tomorrow marks the first weekend of March, so keep your schedule open this weekend.

Forever do I love Atlanta

Starting tomorrow through March 12, the Atlanta Preservation Center will be hosting The Phoenix Flies, a ten-day festival to celebrate the city of Atlanta and its history. The festival will feature 56 events at 30 historic venues.

For newcomers to Atlanta and residents alike, this is a cheap and fun way to explore all Atlanta has to offer. Visit www.preserveatlanta.com for a list of events.

Calling all Atlanta area brides

This Sunday, the Cobb Galleria Centre is playing host to the Georgia Bridal Show. Admission is $10.