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Soccer In Atlanta

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:49:04 GMT

Atlanta is now trying to be one of the only cities to host a World Cup, the Olympics, a Super Bowl and the Final Four.

Farmhouse in the City: Paint, pottery and guinea pigs!

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Whether you're an artisan or don't think you have an artistic bone in your body, Farmhouse in the City is about to change everything you thought you knew about yourself and what you were capable of.

What We Wore on Our Heads: Examination of a fashionable past

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

A hat is just a hat, right? Wrong. Sometimes a hat is a clue as to how life was lived during the era in which it was worn. At least that's the case with the hats and bonnets on display during Archibald Smith Plantation Home's What We Wore on Our Heads exhibit.

la Madeleine: Glows with French countryside quaintness

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Can't get away to Europe anytime soon? Don't worry because la Madeleine cafe will whisk you away to the French countryside with just one meal - or steaming cup of slow brewed espresso, if you prefer.

Durty Kelly's Public House: A piece of the Emerald Isle at home

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

To many, Durty Kelly's Public House sounds more like a place you might want to stay away from, but in the world of all things Irish the name is more like a badge of honor.

The Diner: Nostalgia meets contemporary

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The four Diner locations around north Atlanta are not your average cup-o-joe dives, but that doesn't mean they don't still hold all the delicious appeal of that place your grandpa used to take you for breakfast on Saturday mornings. The Diner is just old-fashioned Americana, made-over.

Alpharetta's Youth Fishing Derby drops in a line July 31st

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Remember when your dad, mom, grandparent or friend first took you fishing as a child? Remember the excitement and thrill of catching your first fish? Now you can pass the feeling on to your own children without going very far at all during the Alpharetta's Youth Fishing Derby!

Swallow at the Hollow: Open wide for real southern BBQ

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Nestled along a leafy lane in historic Roswell is some of the most talked-about barbeque in the Atlanta area. Swallow at the Hollow is down-home barbeque at its best!

Hickory Hill: A tour through early 20th century history

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Like something from a Margaret Mitchell novel, driving up to Hickory Hill recalls scenes from Gone With the Wind and nearly every other iconic portrayal of the South.

New Orleans SnoBall Cafe: An icy taste of the Big Easy

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

SnoBalls are how New Orleanians beat the heat: a cup filled with powdery snow drenched in tasty syrups. But Atlantans can taste the nation's best icy treats without driving to Louisiana.

Brookwood Grill serves up style, sophistication and deliciousness!

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Brookwood Grill may be located off of busy Holcomb Bridge Road in suburban Roswell, but step inside and you would never know it. The elegant interior offers diners nothing short of a definitively first-class experience straight out of any major metropolis.

U.S. Air Force Museum of Aviation: Making the Wild Blue Yonder fun!

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If you're feeling a need for speed similar to that of the pilots from "Top Gun" there's no need to attend flying school, the U.S. Air Force Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins has all the thrills of aviation without leaving the ground.

Center for Puppetry Arts: pulling strings for Atlanta

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If Pinocchio had seen the Center for Puppetry Arts, he might not have been in such a hurry to give up his life of strings. It's the puppets who take center stage at the Atlanta attraction, where millions have visited to learn, explore and be entertained since its 1978 founding.

Atlanta Botanical Garden: Fun grows on Atlanta

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Atlanta Botanical Gardens will grow on you, from the lovely indoor orchids to the serene Japanese Garden or the whimsical Children s Garden and playground.

Buzz in the Blue Ridge: A rip roaring good time!

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Imagine an event that combines the speed and sound of moto-cross with the skill and accuracy of brain surgery. That's exactly what you'll get when you attend the Buzz in the Blue Ridge Chainsaw Carving Extravaganza says, Mal McEwen, event founder.

Tom Watson Watermelon Festival: Do the watermelon crawl!

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If you drink, don't drive, do the watermelon crawl takes on a whole new meaning when you're in Thomson, Georgia at the end of summer, where the lyrics to Tracy Byrd's hit song could almost be the anthem for the local Tom Watson Watermelon Festival.

Sunflower Farm Festival: Flowers, food and fun!

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Come sail away on a sea of sunflowers during the Sunflower Farm Festival over the 4th of July weekend.

Gresham Motorsports Park: All stocked up on excitement!

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! and get over to the Gresham Motorsports Park in Jefferson, Ga. -- where stock car racing and other community events are always on the schedule!

Tara Humata: Experience the fun and flavor of Mexico!

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Different regions in Mexico are known for different things; some for art, some for flavor, some for tequila and the list goes on. But for a fusion of the best aspects of this vibrant culture, Tara Humata, just north of Atlanta, is a rising star on this side of the Mississippi River.

Gabino's Mexican Grill: Fajitas and margaritas

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Don't let the outside fool you. Inside this restaurant you'll find friendly faces, fresh Mexican dishes and mouth-watering margaritas all for a fair price.

Agrirama: Where Georgia's past meets its present

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Georgia Agrirama is about as close as you'll ever get to finding a time machine. Leave modern amenities behind and travel back to the 19th century when you visit this hands-on museum of agriculture and living history!

Dunwoody Nature Center: Learn, explore and tune into the environment!

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

A park is just a park, unless it's also a nature center. Stop by the Dunwoody Nature Center to see the natural world in a way you might not be able to at just any old park.

The Allure of the Automobile draws enthusiasts to the High Museum of Art

Sun, 30 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If you have ever looked at the sexy curves of a sports car or the bold lines of an SUV and admired it in the same way you would a piece of art in a gallery, then "The Allure of the Automobile" exhibit currently on display at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta was made for you.

Roux: A saucy Roswell take on Lousiana cuisine

Sun, 23 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If Louisiana cooking is what you're craving, don't book a flight south or drive down to the bayou; just stop by Roux in Roswell for all those Big Easy flavors!

Reasons to be Pretty takes aim at our quest for physical beauty

Fri, 21 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

What girl hasn't pleadingly asked the question: "Does this make me look fat?" But, what if the answer to your innocent, you-better-say-no, question was not what you wanted to hear at all? Well, that's exactly the idea explored in Broadway playwright, Neil LaBute's Reasons to be Pretty, coming to Atlanta in June.

Three Sisters Vineyards and Winery: Look, sip and be merry!

Thu, 20 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Three Sisters Vineyards and Winery is truly a family affair - even if it's not owned by three sisters, as the name implies.

Oak Hill and the Martha Berry Museum school visitors on Berry College history

Thu, 13 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Whether or not you're into history or are an architecture buff, Oak Hill and the Martha Berry Museum are jam packed with artifacts and information of a bygone era that is sure to intrigue even the most ambivalent visitor.

INC Street Food: Latin flair with suburban cool

Sat, 08 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Here in the States, unless you're at the Renaissance Festival or a local fair it's hard to find street food. Even then, our version of the on-the-go morsels, compared to the types of street food found in other cultures, is usually very different. Enter the latest in a series of trendy restaurants lining Canton Street in Roswell: INC Street Food. It's an authentic world away found right here at home.

Georgia Kite Festival: Let's go fly a kite!

Wed, 05 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Go fly a kite! Forget any derogatory connotations you may associate with that phrase and head to Centennial Olympic Park to fly an actual kite during the Georgia Kite Festival on May 15.

The Rock Ranch: experience agritourism at its best!

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:51:40 GMT

It might seem odd that the founder of a popular chicken-centric restaurant would own a working cattle farm, but the Rock Ranch - owned by Chick-Fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy - is more than your typical farm. In fact, it's dedicated to drawing families back to the land, providing agricultural education and some old fashioned entertainment at the same time. Feel free to stop by for some "agritainment" any season of the year!

14th Annual Alpharetta Mayor's Challenge: Back to the finish!

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT

It doesn't matter if you are training for the Boston Marathon or have never run a day in your life, one of the two races coming up in Alpharetta are perfect for every athlete! The sound of rubber hitting pavement during the 14th Annual Alpharetta Mayor's Challenge and the Celebrated America 5K/10K heralds the arrival of spring and offer outdoor fun for the whole family!

Salt Factory: Big flavor in small doses

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Pubs are rarely known for their gourmet food or stylistic qualities, but then again, the Salt Factory on Canton Street in Roswell is not your average pub.

SAM Shortline Excursion Train: Journey through history and beauty

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT

All aboard for a Southern style adventure through the plains of South Georgia. Part historic, part transportive, the SAM Shortline Excursion Train is all fun!

Kennesaw Museum of History and Holocaust Education visits the subject from all angles

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 14:12:04 GMT

Whether you're a veteran, a history buff, or just along for the field trip, the Kennesaw Museum of History and Holocaust Education will take you back in time to another era - nearly to another world.

"Tea with Bea" regales all with beloved children's stories

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT

With a good imagination and some help from Beatrix Potter, you might find Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck and Tom Kitten scampering onto the Barrington Hall property this spring. Though the real Beatrix Potter died in England long ago, she would likely appreciate the tribute she ll be given during the Tea with Bea event at Barrington Hall on April 24. After all, who doesn t love a good story?

Providence Canyon State Park: A vision of grandeur on a smaller scale

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The spectacular gullies and chasms of Providence Canyon State Park seem to recall that slightly larger canyon out West, quite possibly lending to its nickname, "Georgia's Little Grand Canyon."

BabyLand General Hospital: where magic is born!

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT

There is a magical place in up in North Georgia where bunnybees are hard at work birthing babies from cabbages. Don t believe it? Then it s time for a visit to BabyLand General Hospital where Cabbage Patch Kids are born!

Sweet Auburn SpringFest: Celebrating past, present and future

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Prepare yourself: just when you think you ve been to every kind of f te imaginable, the Sweet Auburn Festival adds some sugar to the ordinary street fair it s sure to be a grand ole time!

Roswell Day of Hope: helping others help themselves

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

It s one thing to talk about hope and quite another to actually follow through on sharing some. During the April 17 Day of Hope, you can join the effort by bringing hope to local residents in need.

Sweet Auburn Historic District: Growing sweet once again

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Rife with history and heritage, the Sweet Auburn Historic District has birthed civic leaders and fostered winds of national change. But that was only the beginning for a district in the middle of a resurgence that continues to grow sweeter by the day.

CANS Taqueria & Tequila Bar: Why go anywhere else for trendy?

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 11:37:03 GMT

Nestled in Milton s up-and-coming Crabapple community is the suburban answer to an ultra cool Baja-inspired Mexican restaurant. Why go anywhere downtown looking for trendy when CANS Taqueria and Tequila Bar is just down the road?

Atlanta Film Festival 365: The best of film comes to the Southeast

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Atlanta Film Festival 365 is back. Its mission to generate a deep love of film and help develop the talents of future filmmakers never really ends during the other 51 weeks a year.

One Star Ranch: Serving up real Texas BBQ for over 20 years

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

When measuring success in terms of stars, it isn t likely most restaurants would be happy with just one. But the Texas-style barbeque restaurant, One Star Ranch, gladly lays claim to its lone star.

"Fore" Kids Golf Classic 2010: Raising money for Fulton education

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Next time someone yells fore out on the fairways, it may be for a good cause. Golfers, educators and parents who are a little bit of both will join forces with the Fulton Education Foundation during the Fore Kids Golf Classic at the Golf Club of Georgia in May.

Charleston Pirate Tours: Ghostly tales of swashbuckling piracy

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Take a stroll with Charleston Pirate Tours and you'll learn about the city's Golden Age of Piracy and hear tales of such pirates as Stede Bonnet, Blackbeard, Richard Worley, Charles Vane, ferocious female pirates, Mary Read and Anne Bonny.

Alpharetta Arts Streetfest: where fine art meets down-home festival

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

You can be sure spring has sprung when the birds begin chirping, the flowers begin blooming, all eyes turn to baseball and roads are blocked off for the time-honored street fair. The annual Alpharetta Arts Streetfest is one tradition that both residents and visitors have come to anticipate each year.

Callaway Gardens: beauty in abundance

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Like an oasis not far from the Atlanta metropolis, Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain is an absolute getaway that is not very far away.

Dahlonega Gold Museum: "There's gold in them thar hills"

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:46:31 GMT

Before brave hearts and pioneers headed West to California in search of their fortune, they headed South to the Appalachian Mountain foothills where whispers of their exclamatory cries can still be heard today in the Dahlonega Gold Museum.

Atlanta Fair: "good old-fashioned family fun"

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Good, old-fashioned fun isn t fully retired to the past; the Atlanta Fair turns a long forgotten memory into a reality this month with the sights and sounds of a full midway at Turner Field. After all, who doesn t love an old-fashioned fair?

Clarkdale Elementary set to rebuild

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 14:28:02 GMT

Parents of young students will be happy to learn that the Cobb County Board of Education has given Clarkdale Elementary the go-ahead to rebuild at a new site.