May 2011
16 posts
ATL Food & Wine Dinner - Special Discount!
The organizers at this weekend’s Atlanta Food and Wine Festival have a special deal for @ATL Events followers on Twitter and here on my blog!
You may have read my overall post covering the coming event, but honestly there are so many cool classes, demos, tasting tents and exclusive dinners - they won’t fit in one post!
One not to miss is a special Spring Farm to Table Dinner...
For Sale: Heaven in a Bottle
In the circles I socialize with, craft beer is a big deal, so I was excited to hear that Atlanta has added another awesome local brewery to the list - Wild Heaven!
I attended the recent kick-off party celebrating Wild Heaven’s move from just draught beer at local bars, to fun 4-packs now available at your fave specialty beer haunts like Hop City and Ale Yeah!, as well as big retailers like...
Tunes From The Tombs
As you might have guessed from previous posts, I’m a big fan of the Oakland Cemetery. It’s a gorgeous historical space with lush landscaping and a great way to dive head first into Atlanta’s history.This weekend they have a special event happening you should check out - Tunes From The Tombs!
Details: Saturday, May 21st & Sunday, May 22nd. 11am to dusk. $10+.
This...
Movies in the Park at Atlantic Station!
Another great family friendly movie series just kicked off last week at Atlantic Station - Movies in the Park! A nice mix of classics, Oscar nominees (and winners!), and fave blockbusters - there’s something for everyone.
FREE to attend, there is a new movie every Thursday night to check out! Perfect night out for dates or getting together with friends/family. Grab a bite a local...
Black Tie Secret Suppers
I’ve had the good fortune to hang in the same circles as Spencer and the team at Black Tie Barbecue here in Atlanta. Big on social media and of course always a fixture at festivals, street food and charity events - Black Tie Barbecue is always about taking it to the next level.
The group started hosting ‘Secret Suppers’ last year and the buzz has turned into a roar....
Coca-Cola Film Fest at the Fox Theatre
One of the best things about summer in Atlanta is all the fun movie screening events! From blockbusters to black & white classics, there are so many ways to get your movie fix - including the annual Coca-Cola Film Fest at the historic Fox Theatre!
This fest is great since you can enjoy the gorgeous setting that is the Fox Theatre and screenings can be about a fun time with family, a date...
Save the Hooch!
Sounds like a slogan from Prohibition, but in this case we’re talking about the Chattahoochee River here in Atlanta!
Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper and SweetWater Brewing have teamed up again this summer to host a series of cool events/activities that benefit the ‘Save the Hooch’ campaign.
An easy way to support the campaign is to head to one of the supporting restaurants,...
Learn to Dance at the Georgian Terrace!
Who knew that all it took was a reality show to bring back interest in dances like the Foxtrot? Here in Atlanta, we have some fantastic landmarks - including the Georgian Terrace Hotel on Peachtree - and they are hosting a dance extravaganza every Thursday in May!
Step back in time and enjoy an evening of elegance with a brand new dance series this month! Arthur Murray began teaching dance...
Experience Atlanta Ballet's Ignition!
This weekend is a very special event! Experience Ignition - three world premiere performances created exclusively for the Atlanta Ballet! Of the three pieces, two are collaborations including one with spoken word artist Marc Bamuthi Joseph and violinist Daniel Bernard Roumain.
This is the Atlanta Ballet’s first time performing at the Alliance Theatre in Midtown!
Details: Friday, May...
Gone With the Wind - 75th Anniversary
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the printing of Margaret Mitchell’s Pulitzer Prize-winning epic novel - Gone With The Wind! If you are fan of the book, movie or just interested in the history of Atlanta in general, there are several events happening over the next couple months for you to enjoy!
Deals: If you purchase a dual ticket to both the Margaret Mitchell House and the...
WatchThe band Wasted Potential gives the Black Tie BBQ Secret Supper that southern swing!
Tim Meadows at Dad's Garage!!!
Dad’s Garage is hosting the original ‘Ladies Man’ Tim Meadows for some special show performances next week!!
Details: Friday, May 13th 8pm & Saturday, May 14th 8pm/10:30pm. $18+.
Best known as the 2nd longest running cast member on Saturday Night Live, Tim is arguably most famous for his swingingly smooth character, The Ladies Man. He’s also well known for his...
A Taste of the Highlands
Here in Atlanta, we do love our neighborhood, arts, beer, and food festivals! One of my favorites has to be A Taste of the Highlands, which benefits a fantastic cause - Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Last year the event raised more than $33,000 and they are hoping to top that amount at this year’s event!
Details: Saturday, May 14th 2-5pm in John Howell Park. $40
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WatchSeed & Feed Marching Band in the Inman Park Fest parade
April 2011
14 posts
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
Food & Wine Magazine has been hosting renowned tasting festivals in top cities around the country for years - whether it’s classic New York, sunny Los Angeles, or too hip to be cold Aspen, their events have always been the place to get access to the best food and talent in the culinary world.
Fest organizers Dominique Love and Elizabeth Feichter, co-owners of Corporate Community ...
Smyrna's Jonquil & Crawfest Festivals
Another fantastic neighborhood festival is happening this weekend - Smyrna’s Spring Jonquil Festival! This free festival actually takes place twice a year, in the spring and fall in the Smyrna Village Green.
What is a Jonquil? It’s a flower that looks a lot like a daffodil and being a local favorite, Smyrna also calls itself ‘Jonquil City’. The 2-day festival features...
The Colour of Her Dreams
There’s always something interesting happening at 7 Stages in Little 5 Points. The theater prides itself on being a place where artists can express themselves in any way they can dream of - whether it’s a rock opera or their latest performance The Colour of Her Dreams.
Details: April 22nd - May 8th at 7 Stages (Thurs-Sat shows) $25.
I had the opportunity to preview this...
May Day Beer Fest at Der Biergarten!
In Europe, May Day is celebrated as a public holiday and ancient festival. In keeping with their German roots, Der Biergarten invites you to join them to hoist a beer and celebrate the official start of Spring!
Details: Saturday, April 30th 2-7pm $30 ($24 for Stein Club Members)
At the May Day Beer Festival - Der Biergarten will observe the time-honored tradition of maypoles, authentic...
Atlanta Food Blogger Bake Sale!
I’m really excited to be participating in this year’s Atlanta Food Blogger Bake Sale, which benefits Share Our Strength! Whether you are a baker contributing goods or just love eating decadent desserts, this is an event not to be missed!!!
Date/Time: Saturday, May 14th 10am -2pm (or until we are out of treats!)
Location: Phipps Plaza in conjunction with the Atlanta Luxury Living...
Beltline Bike Tour
One of the most ambitious and comprehensive economic development effort ever undertaken in the City of Atlanta, the $2.8 billion BeltLine project will provide a network of public parks, multi-use trails and transit along a historic 22-mile railroad corridor circling downtown and connecting 45 neighborhoods directly to each other.
A cool way to see the progress of this very important project...
