*Updated with 2013 dates and times* Does this super cold Atlanta weather have you dreaming of the holiday cheer and festive activities associated with the northern cities? If you’re looking for an enticing Atlanta event that will instantly whisk you away to a winter wonderland, then you should visit the Rink at Park Tavern, the ice-skating rink's second appearance at Piedmont[...]
Are you looking for a romantic night under the stars, but the gusty winter winds have you staying inside by the fire? Although the weather outside may be frightful, you can still enjoy an evening of holiday music under the stars at the Tellus Science Museum. On Saturday Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. and again at 8 p.m., you can enjoy[...]
'Twas the day before Friday, a Thursday you see, When Atlanta Real Estate Forum spied the Macy's Great Tree There is was, looming in the distance on Interstate 75 Southbound, destined for Atlanta: A large white pine, bundled up to begin its new life atop Macy's at Lenox Square. The Chattanooga Free Press gives a great report on the selection and harvesting of[...]
Atlanta residents, it’s time to pull those elastic waistband pants out of the closet: the 9th Annual Taste of Atlanta is just around the corner. This year’s 10-block food festival, located in the heart of Midtown, will take place Saturday, Oct. 23 and Sunday, Oct. 24 at Technology Square. Attendees are sure to find something to indulge in with more[...]
Captain Planet, the world’s first and only eco-superhero, turns 20 this year! It is hard to believe, especially since I can remember his birthday back in 1990. I was working in the PR department at the Atlanta Botanical Garden when he was born/ launched/ inked. Anyway, in honor of Captain Planet Day, which is Sept. 15, the green super hero[...]
Ansel Adams: A Legacy will open at the Booth Western Art Museum on Saturday, September 25, 2010, This exhibition will feature more than 100 original photographs spanning the career of Ansel Adams. This represents the largest temporary exhibition ever held at the Museum as it will occupy two exhibit halls! Pictured: Winter Sunrise, the Sierra Nevada from Lone Pine, California, 1944,[...]
Got a craving for some barbecue? Then save the date for The Atlanta BBQ Festival. The big pig-out takes place on Saturday, October 2 from noon - 8 p.m. at Atlantic Station's special event area at 20th Street and Fowler. You can sample a number of different cooking styles and sauces when 50 teams compete at the Atlanta Bar-B-Q Festival. Both[...]
It's fall, the kids are back in school and festivals are everywhere. If you are looking for something to do, make sure to check our Atlanta events section before you make your weekend plans. The 43rd Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival is coming soon. A popular family oriented festival held in downtown Dawsonville, Ga. the weekend of Oct. 23 - 24[...]
Light beer, dark beer, pale ale. Bottoms up! If you like to taste beer, here is your chance. The 7th Annual German Bierfest takes place this Saturday, August 28 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Atlanta's Woodruff Park . The German Bierfest is a family friendly event. And to keep everyone safe, both children and designated drivers are welcome to attend[...]