Entries by Liz Attaway

SWEET AUBURN BBQ AND ALE SHARPTON HOST: ALE-B-Q BEER DINNER 2017

On Tuesday, August 15th, Sweet Auburn Barbecue will join forces with Atlanta’s beloved beer expert Ale Sharpton for “ALE-B-Q,” a night of food and local, craft beer at Sweet Auburn Barbecue’s Poncey-Highland restaurant (656 N. Highland Ave. NE). Ale is hand-picking beers from the South’s favorite breweries, which will pair with a special, four-course dinner menu from Sweet Auburn’s Executive Chef, Cam Floyd. Dishes will showcase late summer fare like grilled meats, fresh fruits and vegetables, and more. Passed hors d’oeuvres and beer will be served at 6:30 pm, with the seated four-course dinner, starting at 7 pm. Ale and Chef Cam will lead the group through the menu, explaining dishes and beer pairings along the way.

Chamblee Summer Concert Series Finale with Everclear

Don’t miss Everclear and The Bitteroots on August 4 when they join us for the finale of the Chamblee Summer Concert Series! Come out to this free show in Downtown Chamblee to see why #ChambleeRocks! Music starts at 6:30. Everclear was formed by Alexakis in 1991 in Portland, Oregon, Everclear has enjoyed a lengthy career spanning 10 studio releases, numerous videos, thousands of shows and accolades that include a 1998 Grammy nomination for Best Rock Instrumental, for the Afterglow track “El Distorto de Melodica.”It’s been 20 years since Everclear released their 1997 multi-platinum smash So Much For The Afterglow, yet the album remains a beloved fan favorite and continues to inspire new generations of musicians & fans today. General admission is free, but VIP tables are available for purchase.

Boos and Brews Lawrenceville Haunted Pub Crawl

A decidedly more wicked and wild take on the haunted history walks. Enjoy tall tales with no holds barred and bawdy songs performed in some of the finest establishments in Lawrenceville, accompanied by a frosty cold libation. This all-inclusive experience includes entertainment and drinks at Exhibit Ale, Universal Joint, and McCray’s Tavern on the Square. This tour is for ages 21+ only. Your ticket includes the following beverages: A flight of four craft beers at Exhibit Ale, A Blue Point Toasted Lager at Universal Joint Lawrenceville, and The Howling Curtis—the signature drink of Haunted Lawrenceville—at McCray’s Tavern Lawrenceville. Tickets are $30.