“It will be celebrated with pomp and parade, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other.” – John Adams Our founding fathers could never have envisioned the America of today – the battles we have fought, the sacrifices our brave men and women have made, the strides we have taken toward freedom and equality. But they …
Decatur BBQ Blues & Bluegrass Festival
It’s almost time for the 19th annual Decatur BBQ Blues & Bluegrass festival! Enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of classic southern BBQ from some of metro Atlanta’s favorite restaurants, along with original live blues and bluegrass music from aspiring and accomplished local/regional/and national acts. This event is fun for all ages, and proceeds benefit the Community Center of South …
Celebrating the Fourth around Atlanta!
Duluth Celebrates America Enjoy Duluth’s annual celebration a day early on Fourth of July Eve, with fireworks, live music, food trucks and children’s activities on the Duluth Town Green. Fantastic Fourth Celebration at Stone Mountain Park Going on daily from July 1st – 7th, Stone Mountain celebrates the 4th with a special patriotic fireworks finale after their famous Lasershow Spectacular. …
Map It!
The summer travel season is one of our favorite times of year, whether we’re taking long vacations or sneaking weekend trips in wherever possible. If you’re also a travel buff, why not incorporate maps of some of your favorite destinations into your home decor! We have some great ideas for decorating with maps, whether you’re purchasing a new piece, or …
Atlanta Summer Wine Festival
Atlanta Wine Festivals presents the Atlanta Summer Wine Festival at City Winery on Saturday, August 10. Due to demand, both an afternoon and an evening session will be available to experience the 50+ different wines, beers and ciders on tap. While you sip on your samples, enjoy live music upstairs and beats by DJ Qtip downstairs, taking place during both …
Atlanta Weekend Events – June 28-30
As You Like It at Shakespeare Tavern The bard’s original romantic comedy continues its multi-week run with showtimes throughout this weekend. Beauty and the Beast A modern take on this childhood favorite continues throughout the weekend at the Center for Puppetry Arts. Clybourne Park Winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award for Best Play, Clybourne Park begins this …
Our Midtown Dining Favorites!
Midtown Atlanta is known as a busy commercial district, home to some of the biggest names in the Atlanta business scene, and as a vibrant and thriving arts district. In this small section of the city you’ll find the High Museum of Art, the Fabulous Fox Theatre, and the Center for Puppetry Arts, along with countless smaller galleries and theaters. …
Summer Adventures Family Fun Day!
Cap your summer off with a day of outdoor fun at Roswell’s Chattahoochee Nature Center! The whole family will enjoy this opportunity to practice basic canoeing skills, learn about water science and conservation, and make water-based arts and crafts. Prepare to get wet at the splash pad and water adventure area, then stop by for a guided hike, story time …
Is Your Flower Garden For The Birds?
Do you have a beautiful flower garden that never seems to attract the songbirds you long to hear singing in the morning? Or do you have the opposite problem – noisy birds that never give you a moment’s rest? Did you know that the color of your flowers and shrubs could be the reason why feathered friends are missing from …