SPASE JENKINS & GPK ENTERTAINMENT PRESENT JADAKISS “TIMS TO TUXEDOS” ORCHESTRA SYMPHONY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/14/24

Spase Jenkins and GPK Entertainment proudly announce an extraordinary night of music and culture with Jadakiss, one of Hip Hop’s most influential lyricists. Jadakiss “Timbs to Tuxedos” Orchestra Symphony will take place on Sunday, December 1st, 2024, at the iconic Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. This event promises to blend the raw energy of Hip Hop with the sophistication of classical music in an unprecedented celebration of art and legacy.

This elegant black-tie concert marks the 20th anniversary of Jadakiss’ critically acclaimed album, Kiss of Death. As a defining project in Hip Hop history, the album delivered timeless tracks and solidified Jadakiss as a lyrical titan. In honor of this milestone, fans will witness his music like never before, reimagined with the lush sounds of a live orchestra, creating a fusion of genres that transcends expectations.

The grandeur of this event isn’t simply a concert, it’s a cultural moment. The “Timbs to Tuxedos” Orchestra Symphony represents the evolution of Hip Hop, showcasing how the genre has transcended urban streets to become a globally respected art form. By incorporating orchestral arrangements, the event symbolizes the merging of two artistic worlds, making it a night that will leave a lasting impact on both music lovers and the Hip Hop community alike.

Exclusive VIP packages are available, offering fans premium seating, a meet-and-greet with Jadakiss, access to the red carpet, and a swag bag. Media members are encouraged to register early for limited press passes to cover this historic event.Send all requests to gpkentertainment@gmail.com.

Tickets are available for purchase online via CobbEnergyCentre.com and Ticketmaster.com starting Friday, September 13th.

DRAGON CON 2024: THE YEAR OF THE PANEL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/14/24

From Star Wars to the newest hit show to old school Anime and everything in between, Dragon Con is a yearly convention that brings all of the universes together for one big party. Whether you want to people watch or enjoy a parade, meet up with like-minded strangers, and enjoy a panel or two, there is so much to do at Dragon Con. This year with our 80,000 closest friends, was no different. Stunning cosplays, fun celebrity panels, enchanting parade, and a ribbon or two later Dragon Con 2024 was one for the books.

Panels

We are calling this year, Dragon Con 2024: The Year of the Panel! After the writers and actors strike last year prevented the usual TV show or movie focus, this year the panel came roaring back to life for us. We went to more than we ever had before from the entire star studded cast of 12 Monkeys TV show, the beautiful and funny Jared Padaleki best known for his time on Supernatural, and even dropped into a Marvel panel starting Vincent D’Onofrio, who I loved in Full Metal Jacket.

12 Monkeys panel had all of the stars like Aaron Stanford who played Cole, Amanda Schull who played Cassie and even Emily Hampshire that played Jennifer Goines. They spoke about their audition stories. The stand out was Shull who plays Cassie, she auditioned 7 or more times for this role. What she didn’t know is that a big star, they didn’t say who, was supposed to play Cole and wanted his wife to play Cassie. She would have a read with him and he wouldn’t show up or would just be super mean. I would never want to audition!! Some other fun facts were that they all hated the chair the most and they all spoke about what roles they would like to play other than their character.


The second panel was with the beautiful Jared Padaleki who started out in Gilmore Girls. Did you know he was only supposed to be in about 4, but ended up in 70? His biggest role came with Supernatural as Sam Winchester. On Supernatural is where he met his wife, Genevieve, who played Ruby, the demon. She was supposed to be with him on this panel but herself and her kids were all sick. He also revealed his least favorite episode was the Nutcracker and gave a descriptive detail of some of the stunts he had to perform. What I really enjoyed about this panel was how kind, warm, personable, and funny he is in person.


Finally, the best story of the entire con was at the Marvel panel with Vincent D’Onofrio. I am a huge Stanley Kubrick fan and am very familiar with his role as Private Pile in Full Metal Jacket. John and I agree we really loved his audition story about getting that role. He was good friends with Matthew Modine, who was the lead in the movie. He was bouncing and ran into him, Matthew told him to send in a tape. Back then you had to rent a camera to tape an audition and it was expensive. So, he sent in a tape to Stanley Kubrick and a bit later a British man called him saying Stanley Kubrick was on the line. He thought it was a prank from his friends and hung up on him! On Stanley! Kubrick called him back and said, “DON’T HANG UP!” So he sends him words to read. There was no punctuation or anything and he would have to tape himself again reading those words. He deduced from the words it was a Vietnam era soldier in training. He got the part. He also spoke about THAT scene in Full Metal Jacket, Kubrick’s only note was to channel Lon Chaney, you know from Nosferatu. Be epic. He said he knew he nailed it when Kubrick brought him back to see it on the screen. Did you know the drill sergeant was an actual drill sergeant? No wonder it was so lifelike!

Trends


Trends are usually a big thing, but this year it seemed like nothing really trended big like Barbie and Mario last year or Stranger Things the year before. One trend that is still going strong is the Loyal order of the ribbon. In case you don’t know, the ribbon trend is that people make ribbons and trade them for other ribbons. They actually were in the parade this year! I got an amazing ribbon about Supernatural this year that said, “Jared finally.” There are so many great ones, I am partial to the carpet ribbon and the 24601 from Les Misérables last year as my favorites ever.


With that another year at Dragon Con is done.

VIRGINIA HIGLANDS DISTRICT REIMAGINES NEIGHBORHOOD FARMERS MARKET

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/9/24

Virginia Highland District is excited to announce the return of its popular weekly Farmers Market, starting on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, at the Virginia-Highland Elementary School. The market, proudly presented by the Wheeler family, will be held each Sunday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. through Nov. 17, showcasing a vibrant array of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors.

“Our farmers market is a beloved community gathering that celebrates the local food scene and strengthens our neighborhood ties,” said Katie Voelpel, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Virginia Highland District. “We’re thrilled to bring this beloved tradition back and offer residents and visitors a chance to support local businesses and enjoy delicious, seasonal products.”

Along with the market’s variety of goods, visitors can look forward to live music, free yoga classes from Highland Yoga, a charming pumpkin patch operated by Trees for Tuition, and more special events throughout the season.The market’s family-friendly atmosphere makes it a perfect destination for both individuals and families.

To learn more about the Virginia Highland Farmers Market, please visit the website or follow Virginia Highland District on Instagram. 

AMORE E AMORE UNLEASHES A NIGHTMARE ON HIGHLAND THIS FALL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/12/24

Revel in the Spookiest Time of Year With Chills, Thrills, a Halloween Bash and Two Costume Contests

Family-Friendly and Adults-Only Reservations Now Available 

The countdown to Halloween is on at Amore e Amore. Beginning now and through the month of October, guests will be treated to a Halloween-themed pop-up, filled with eerie decor, spine-tingling treats, and wickedly delicious Italian cuisine curated by Professor Giovanni, specialty cocktails and much more. The grand finale? Not one, but two high-energy Halloween parties, complete with costume contests, a DJ spinning spooky tunes, and plenty of bone-chilling surprises, on Saturday, October 26, 2024. 


Beginning at 4:00 p.m., and with additional seatings at 4:30 p.m. and 5 p.m., on Saturday, October 26th, the team at Amore e Amore is kicking off the Halloween festivities with three family-friendly seatings. Kids 12 and under can compete for hair-raising prizes in a family-friendly costume competition while feasting on a spooktacular kids menu featuring pizza bites, meatballs, and child-sized portions of fan-favorite entrees such as cheese ravioli, fettuccine alfredo, spaghetti and meatballs and more is available. As moonlight creeps into the sky, revelers ages 21 and over are invited to an adults-only dinner where they can indulge in a four-course pre-fixe menu for $120 per person plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. With seatings at 8 p.m., 8:15 p.m., and 8:30 p.m., guests can sip on chilling cocktails like the Witch’s Brew and Vampire Kiss, as costumed connoisseurs compete for prizes and bragging rights in a spirited costume contest. 

For more information or to make a reservation for a Nightmare on Highland, visit www.amoreeamore.com or call 404-600-2176. Amore e Amore is conveniently located at 467 N Highland Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30307. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @eatamoreatl.

CALLAWAY RESORT & GARDENS KICKS OFF FALL COUNTDOWN, ANNOUNCES MORE DAYS, NEW TRICK OR TREAT EXPERIENCE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/9/24

GET A 10% DISCOUNT BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK: https://tickets.callawaygardens.com/events?k=daily_admission&promoApplied=true

Event Dates: Select Dates Sept. 14 – Nov. 2
Location: Robin Lake Plaza & Cason’s Corn Maze at Callaway Resort & Gardens
Price: Value Night Adult $24.99 Child (3-11) $19.99
Prime Night Adult $29.99 Child (3-11) $24.99
Overnight Resort stays start at $279 nightly (incl. Gardens & Pumpkins at Callaway admission)
Members Platinum Memberships at $99 per person include access to the gardens all year and special events like Pumpkins at Callaway and Fantasy In Lights.

With autumn just around the corner, Callaway Resort & Gardens announced today it is already readying for the return of the popular family-friendly and non-spooky fall experience Pumpkins at Callaway – Gardens by Day, Glow by Night (select dates Sept. 14 – Nov.2) featuring thousands of plump pumpkins, colorful characters, towering cornstalks, golden sunflowers, and twinkling lights. This year, the harvest-time fun returns with new daytime and nighttime attractions and activities, including:

HARVEST SKY at Cason’s Corn Maze — hundreds of golden streamers glisten in the autumn sky in this stunning art installation, adding flair and color overhead along a 100-foot pathway.

TREAT TRAIL – For three special days, Callaway extends the festive harvest season as Pumpkins at Callaway offers trick-or-treating for the first time from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.*

SUNFLOWER CORN MAZE – Callaway’s popular corn maze, featuring two levels of difficulty, returns with a new sunflower-inspired custom design.

PUMPKIN KIDS PARADE – A new nightly parade for children of all ages around the towering Pumpkin Tree at Robin Lake Plaza.

STORYTIME WITH SPOOKLEY – Everyone’s favorite square pumpkin invites his friends to join him for his favorite tales.

“As the leaves start to change color throughout Callaway’s woodlands garden, Pumpkins at Callaway provides the perfect excuse for a fall family getaway,” said Clarissa Chaudoin, marketing director at Callaway Resort & Gardens. “There is always something happening for all generations, including testing your navigating skills in our two-tiered Corn Maze during the day and also at night, capturing picture-perfect moments amid hundreds of pumpkins, and simply meandering through acres of towering sunflowers. As night falls, the Enchanted Pumpkin Forest illuminates the season’s warmth with hundreds of pumpkins in whimsical scenes and the Foggy Hollow pathway, where kids love playing with Fobbles—bubbles filled with fog.”

In addition to all the Gardens and fall activities, guests can savor the tastes of the season with autumn-inspired drinks and bites in Cason’s Beer & Wine Garden.

Due to limited capacity and for the best value, advance ticket purchase is highly recommended at Pumpkins at Callaway | Callaway Resort & Gardens (callawaygardens.com). Special Pumpkins at Callaway overnight packages include an overnight getaway and access to all resort amenities and garden attractions by day and night.

In addition to all the special Pumpkins at Callaway activities, Callaway Resort & Gardens offers families indoor and outdoor attractions and recreation, including seeing hundreds of butterflies at the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center, flying over the lake on the TreeTop Adventure & Zipline course, marveling at the Birds of Prey lakeside show, and exploring the Megabugs trail.

*TREAT TRAIL is available Oct. 31, Nov. 1, and Nov. 2, 4-9pm at select sites at Robin Lake Plaza and Cason’s Garden. Guidelines are available.

Family-friendly, non-offensive, non-violent costumes are allowed within the guidelines below. Failure to not adhere to these guidelines may result in entry refusal or a request to remove the costume.

For Guests ages 13 and under:
Costumes and some costume masks may be worn; masks must provide unobstructed peripheral vision at all times, including openings so eyes can fully be seen.

For Guests 14 Years of Age or Older:
Masks that cover the face are not allowed.
Costumes may not contain any props or accessories that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects, or materials that may accidentally harm another visitor.
Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts, and hats are acceptable.

AFFPS FALL AND WINTER FESTIVAL LINE-UP 2024

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/9/24

AFFPS Fall and Winter Festival Lineup

Celebrate Creativity at Sandy Springs Fall Arts Festival – 9/14 & 9/15

Sandy Springs Fall Arts Festival  returns on Saturday, September 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring more than 150 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft persons, glass blowers, jewelers and more, the festival will transform the beautiful tree-lined streets of Sandy Springs into an expansive outdoor art gallery. Festival goers will have the opportunity to view artist demonstrations, participate in hands-on art activities, and enjoy live acoustic performances. The award-winning, two-day festival will also have a children’s area and a variety of food trucks for all tastes. The festival is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome.  For more information about Sandy Springs Arts Festival (6100 Lake Forrest Dr. NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328), please visit  www.affps.com.  

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Sip, Shop and Stroll at the Buckhead Arts Festival – 9/21 & 9/22

Held in the heart of Buckhead, the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces will once again present the Buckhead Arts Festival on Saturday, September 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 22, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The two-day outdoor arts festival will feature approximately 100 painters, photographers, sculptors, metalworkers, glass artists, jewelers, and more. Festival goers can celebrate the arrival of fall while shopping, strolling, and enjoying artist demonstrations and high-energy DJs. The festival will also offer a variety of food and beverage options from vendors and merchants in Buckhead Village. Free to attend, the Buckhead Arts Festival (259 Buckhead Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30305) is open to all ages, and leashed dogs are welcome. For more information, visit buckheadartsfestival.com or www.affps.com.

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Live Artfully at the Fall Festival on Ponce – 10/5 & 10/6

Presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, the Fall Festival on Ponce will be held on Saturday, October 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in historic Olmsted Linear Park.  The two-day festival will feature 125 displays of local and regional fine art and crafts along with folk and outsider art.  While taking in the beautiful fall foliage and charming park, festival goers are invited to enjoy local food trucks, beverages, a children’s play area, live, acoustic music and much more.  The Fall Festival on Ponce (Olmsted Linear Park,1451 Ponce de Leon Avenue, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30307) is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome.  For more information about the festival, please visit www.festivalonponce.com or www.affps.com. Stay connected on Facebook at  www.facebook.com/festivalonponce. 

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Fall Family Fun at the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival – 10/12 & 10/13

Join the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces as they celebrate the return of the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival on Saturday, October  12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The two-day festival will once again be held in Historic Fourth Ward Park, conveniently located along the bustling Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail. Festival goers are invited to explore painting, photography, ceramics, glass, jewelry, woodwork and handcrafted items. The festival also features DJs, food vendors, drinks, a children’s area, art demonstrations, games, and much more. Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival (592 N. Angier Ave. NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308) is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome. For more information, visit  www.oldfourthwardparkartsfestival.com or www.affps.com. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/OldFourthWardParkArtsFestival. 

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Kickstart Holiday Shopping at Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival – 11/2 & 11/3

The Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival will return to the beautiful Chastain Park in Buckhead on Saturday, November 2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Produced by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, this award-winning, two-day festival will feature more than 185 artists, including painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft artisans, glass blowers, and jewelers. Event goers are invited to enjoy a children’s area, view artist demonstrations, participate in hands-on activities, and explore a variety of offerings from food trucks and vendors while listening to lively sets from local DJs. Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival (Chastain Park, 4469 Stella Dr., Atlanta, GA 30327) is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome. For more information, please visit www.chastainparkartsfestival.com and www.affps.com. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ChastainArtFest.

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Art, Eats & Entertainment: Experience the Uncommon Bizarre at Piedmont Park – 11/16 & 11/17

The Uncommon Bizarre, a lively two-day event produced by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, invites shoppers and event enthusiasts to Piedmont Park on Saturday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Discover a diverse array of vendors, including talented makers, crafters, jewelers, photographers, and skilled artists in various mediums. Open to all ages, this family-friendly festival offers the perfect opportunity to shop, stroll, and mingle with juried artists while enjoying delicious fare from a variety of food trucks. The Uncommon Bizarre at Piedmont Park (1071 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309) is free to attend, open to all ages, and welcomes leashed dogs. For more information, please visit www.affps.com. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/affps.

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Unwrap the Magic at the Piedmont Holiday Gift Market – 11/30 & 12/1

Get into the holiday spirit at the second annual Piedmont Holiday Gift Market. Presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, this festive two-day event will take place in Piedmont Park, right in the heart of Midtown, over Thanksgiving weekend. On Saturday, November 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., festivals goers are invited to sip on hot cocoa, listen to holiday music, and stroll through the park while exploring unique gift items from a variety of artists, including painters, photographers, sculptors, glass blowers, leather and metalworkers, jewelers, and crafters. The Piedmont Holiday Gift Market (1071 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309) is free to attend and open to all ages, with dogs welcome too. For more information, visit www.affps.com. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/affps.

CHEF DEMETRIUS BROWN TO DEBUT MONTHLY HERITAGE SUPPER CLUB TASTING MENU EXPERIENCE AT BREAD & BUTTERFLY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/9/24

Exclusive Tasting Experience Will Explore the Culinary Richness of the African Diaspora, with Limited Seatings

First Event Scheduled for Friday, September 27

Bread & Butterfly, the Atlanta restaurant led by Executive Chef and Owner Demetrius Brown, is excited to announce that Brown’s brainchild, the Heritage Supper Club dining experience, will be launching a monthly tasting menu experience at Bread & Butterfly. Set to kick off with its inaugural seating on Friday, September 27, the unique experience for four seats only will offer an intimate exploration of the diversity, complexity and beauty of Caribbean and Afro-American cuisine through a special seven-course tasting menu with Chef Demetrius Brown. In contrast to the a la carte selection on Bread & Butterfly dinner menu, the Heritage experience will feature a special tasting menu format, with ever-evolving dishes with a focus on the African diaspora as well as Brown’s personal food memories.

The experience will take place at the Bread & Butterfly bar, providing a personal and immersive dining experience during regular service hours. There will be one seating per night starting at 6pm on one Friday each month – upcoming dates include September 27, October 25, November 22 and December 13. Reservations will be $150 per person and are now available for booking here with optional wine or non-alcoholic beverage pairings. Guests can expect a rotating menu featuring dishes like:

  • Carmen’s Cucumbers – cucumber granita, mint & black pepper
  • Oxtail Waakye – braised oxtail, plantains, rice & beans
  • Efo Riro – smoked herring, callaloo, obe ata & African basil
  • Bobotie – roasted mushroom, apricot & pecan chutney & dill
  • Jerk Chicken – chicken yakitori & cilantro yogurt
  • Canjica – hominy, brigadeiro, coconut, peanut brittle & dulce de leche

A pandemic-born passion project, Heritage Supper Club is Brown’s personal venture fueled by his yearslong quest to explore Caribbean and Afro-American tradition and cuisine. Dedicated to celebrating these cultures through food, Brown officially launched the idea as a pop-up in 2021, hosting the experience at local, acclaimed hotspots in the evenings – including Bread & Butterfly. The first dinner was a tremendous success and sparked conversations that eventually led Brown and his business partner Brandon Blanchard to acquire the existing French restaurant Bread & Butterfly in August 2023. 

As part of Bread & Butterfly’s next chapter, Brown opened the restaurant for dinner service, featuring a new menu serving French cuisine as seen through the lens of the African diaspora, taking guests on a culinary journey traversing continents. Paying homage to Bread & Butterfly’s roots, Brown has kept many beloved breakfast and lunch dishes on the menu as mainstays while infusing his signature culinary style and building upon strong relationships with small, local farms. 

For more information on Heritage Supper Club and its story, please visit the website or follow along on Instagram. 

WILD HEAVEN BEER HOSTS FUNKTOBERFEST TO CELEBRATE THE WEST END’S FIFTH ANNIVERSARY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/9/24

Join the Party and Enjoy Groovy Music, Funky Brews and Exciting Surprises 

Saturday, September 21, 2024

Nothing screams “Happy Birthday” like an all-out bash, and Wild Heaven Beer is pulling out all the stops as it celebrates five fantastic years on Atlanta’s West End. On Saturday, September 21st, Wild Heaven West End is throwing the ultimate Funktoberfest— a heartfelt celebration to thank their West End community with top-notch brews, irresistible beats, and unbeatable vibes. Kicking off the festivities, Clutch Co. is bringing the funk with a special market for guests to shop and enjoy sound stylings from a live DJ and sax player from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This free-to-attend event will also feature electrifying live music from a stellar lineup of artists, including The Compartmentalizationalists and Solid State Radio. For beer aficionados and casual sippers, there will be plenty of brews to rave about, including seriously funky beer specials; explorers can indulge in $15 flights of five beers, sampling Wild Heaven’s finest creations. To top it all off, Wild Heaven has a big surprise on tap— the release of two new special beers bound to delight. Catch the excitement at this epic celebration of five years of West End charm at Wild Heaven. Wild Heaven Beer West End is at 1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beerwildheaven or on Instagram at @wildheavenwestend.     

ENJOY THE START OF FALL WITH HALCYON’S SEPTEMBER EVENT LINE-UP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/5/24

Forsyth County’s premier mixed-use village invites the community to play, shop, dine and experience what’s new

Head to Halcyon in September for an exciting line-up of events. Kick off the month enjoying live music every weekend by local bands at Groovin’ on the Green and the Fall Sunday Music Series; get your sweat on with fan-favorite Farm Animal Yoga; celebrate grandparents at Grandparents Day at Halcyon; get competitive at Family Bingo and have fun with your dog at Doodle Dog Day. 

The full September events schedule is outlined below:

Groovin’ on the Green

Fridays and Saturdays in September from 6 – 9 p.m.

Celebrate the weekend by dancing and singing along to live musical performances on the Village Green. Enjoy local bands across a variety of genres playing top hits. On the last Saturday of each month, Cherry Street Brewpub will host live music on its patio adjacent to the Village Green. Guests can treat themselves to a craft brew and groove to live music playing all around the village! Halcyon has an open container policy, however outside food or beverages are prohibited. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Fall Sunday Music Series

Sundays in September from 1-4 p.m.

Sunday afternoons at Halcyon just got better! Relax on the green with your favorite drink and listen to great music every Sunday this fall from 1-4 p.m. Follow Halcyon on Instagram and Facebook to know who will be performing each Sunday. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Family Bingo

Sundays in September from 4-6 p.m.

Head to Halcyon for Family Bingo every Sunday from 4- 6 p.m. outside of the Market Hall. This event is free, and you’ll have a chance to win small gift cards from our retailers and restaurants. All ages are invited to attend.

While outside food or drink is strictly prohibited, dining is available at one of Halcyon’s Market Hall or full-service restaurants before, during or after bingo. Halcyon highly recommends pre-registering. If the event is full, you may stop by around 4 p.m. to see if walk-ups are available. Halcyon posts the link each Tuesday for the following Sunday. Seating and cards is only guaranteed for those who pre-register. Only one card per person. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Halcyon Kids Club

Wednesdays through October from 10 a.m. – noon

Preschoolers are invited to play and make new friends at Halcyon’s free Kids Club! Enjoy rotating activities each week ranging from arts and crafts, dance, animal encounters, story time, puppet shows, music and so much more. Themes and activities vary each week and will be announced on Halcyon’s Facebook page and Instagram stories. A parent or guardian is required to stay with each child during the event. Afterward, enjoy lunch or a sweet treat at one of Halcyon’s kid-friendly restaurants. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Grandparents Day at Halcyon

Saturday, September 8 from 12-3 p.m.

Spend the day celebrating your favorite people (grandparents!) at Halcyon. Families can enjoy live music on the Green from The T Tones, food and drink specials and kids crafts. There will also be opportunities to capture memories at Birdie’s photo booth, meet adorable, adoptable dogs from Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelter, shop at the flower pop-up by Ruthie’s Flowers and much more. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Farm Animal Yoga

Saturday, September 14 at 10 and 11 a.m.

Mooove on over to Halcyon for Farm Animal Yoga, featuring live animals from North Georgia Wildlife Park! Treat your mind and body to a relaxing session of yoga appropriate for all skill levels, accompanied by adorable furry friends. Participants must bring their own yoga mat and are welcome to pause and take photos with the animals during the session. For more information or to fill out the waiver prior to class, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Cherry Street’s 5 Year Anniversary on the Green

Saturday, September 21 from 4-10 p.m.

Join Cherry Street Brewpub for its 5-year anniversary celebration on the Halcyon Green. There will be live music kicking off with Magnolia Express from 4-6:30 p.m., followed by The Fixins from 7-10 p.m.

Guests can enjoy an evening filled with fun, including local vendors, kids’ activities, a hair tinsel station, face painting, cotton candy art, a treat cart by It’s a Sweet Life Bakery and food and beer stations to keep you refreshed all night long.

Cherry Street will also be releasing three special barrel-aged beers, including a Wild Turkey Barrel-Aged Barleywine,  a Blackberry Brandy Barrel-Aged Barleywine and a re-release of the gold medal-winning Grease Monkey Banana Barrel-Aged Barleywine. There will be a special tasting for Mug club members. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.

Doodle Dog Day

Sunday, September 22 from 1-4 p.m.

In celebration of International Doodle Dog Day, Halcyon is hosting its biggest dog PAW-ty of the year! Halcyon invites doodles, other furry friends and their humans for an afternoon of dog-loving fun.

Check in at the Halcyon tent in the Village Green to pick up your free Halcyon dog swag and a schedule of events including a pooch parade with prizes, doggy samples and treats, doggy vendors and free dog caricatures. Guests can enjoy all of our dog-friendly restaurant patios, dine on the doggy menu at Cherry Street Brewpub, visit our dog-friendly shops for special treats, meet adoptable pups from FurKids Animal Rescue and Shelter and take a walk on the Big Creek Greenway adjacent to Halcyon. No outside human food or drink. Thank you for supporting Halcyon’s small businesses. For more information, visit the Halcyon Facebook event page.