LIVE! AT THE BATTERY ANNOUNCES OCTOBER, NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2023 EVENTS LINEUP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/26/23

Football Watch Parties, Live NFC Fight Event, Heroes and Villains Halloween Party, NYE Live! Hollywood Nights & More

 Live! at The Battery – the entertainment destination located in the heart of The Battery Atlanta – announces its events lineup for October, November and December 2023, plus ongoing happenings like Freedom Friday and Silent Disco Saturday.

  • College Football & Professional Football Game Watch Parties – The thrills of football are back on the field and available to watch at all the venues right inside Live! at the Battery Atlanta with the ultimate football experience! From one of the biggest screens in the Southeast inside Sports and Social Atlanta to VIP booth experiences and Bull Riding inside of PBR, the liveliest atmosphere in all of Atlanta starts here. Fans can enjoy a huge selection of game day food like shareable nachos and mouth-watering burgers while enjoying Coors Light Bucket specials! 
  • Heroes & Villains – A Live! Halloween Party (Friday., Oct. 27, 8pm-2am) – Things are getting spooky at Live! this October with a Heroes & Villains themed Halloween party! Guests are invited to don their best costumes for a night of exhilarating suspense, where forces of good clash with the shadows of evil in an epic showdown of fun. Featuring great music, craft cocktails and memorable photo opps – this is a can’t-miss event. Tickets will be available here. 
  • Wizards & Wands (Saturday, Nov. 18, 8pm-1am) – This Fall, Live! At the Battery is conjuring up a magical experience full of wonder and sorcery with fan favorite witches and wizards. Potterheads are invited to don their finest robes representing their house or favorite character and be immersed in spellbinding ambiance, complete with flickering candles and mystical marvels. Tickets are available here. 
  • NFC Fight Night (Friday, Dec. 8, 7pm-midnight) – Live! at the Battery is hosting their second National Fighting Championship (NFC) event this winter. The adrenaline-filled night will feature live professional and amateur MMA and Muay Thai fights. Fight attendees will have the chance to be a part of the non-stop action during 12+ Fights in the NFC cage at one of the most exciting and new environments for watching live fights. Plus, there will be fan-favorite drinks and an official after party next door at PBR. The event will be 18 and up with certain areas being 21 and up. Tickets are available here.
  • Tinsel Tavern (Nov., 30 through Dec., 23, excluding select dates) – Live! at The Battery will once again be home to popular holiday pop-up bar Tinsel Tavern throughout the merriest time of year. Featuring an explosion of tinsel and twinkling lights, holiday-inspired cocktails and small bites, photo moments, themed nights and more, the whimsical experience is a can’t-miss holiday spot. More details to come.
  • NYE Live! Hollywood Nights (Sunday, Dec. 31, 8pm-2am) – Live! at the Battery is rolling out the red carpet and flashing lights for New Year’s Eve! Guests can be the star of the party with exclusive access to all the venues during this Hollywood Nights-themed event. Ticket packages include entertainment with live music, unforgettable photo-op moments and a midnight champagne toast featuring the Times Square Ball Drop on a 32-ft LED screen! Call up the glam squad and prepare for a night of glitz and glam to ring in the New Year. Tickets will be available here later this month.

A one-of-a-kind place to catch sports, dine in style, sip cold beer and craft cocktails, play games and do a bit of bull riding and line dancing, Live! at The Battery plays host to some of Atlanta’s most fun food and drink events. Ongoing happenings include:

  • Freedom Friday, which welcomes military personnel, vets, first responders and public service members to skip the line, get free cover (credentials required) and enjoy drink specials every first Friday of the month.
  • Silent Saturday, inviting guests to grab a pair of headphones and get in the groove with beats from local DJs.

YOUR 3RD SPOT TO CONNECT THE SIGNS WITH SIGNATURE ZODIAC PARTY ON OCT. 4

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/26/23

In-House Horoscope Readings, Giveaways and Tasty Treats Will Accompany Launch of 12 Zodiac-Inspired Cocktails

             It is written in the stars: Your 3rd Spot is the place to be Wednesday, Oct. 4 7:30pm. Atlanta’s best social dining experience—and one of the nation’s top bars—has launched a new menu of 12 zodiac-inspired cocktails aligned to the tastes of each sign. To celebrate, it will host a party with zodiac-themed giveaways and treats. Guests can make connections with compatible signs over arcade, board and yard games and get a tailored horoscope reading from an in-house astrologist.

Some highlights of the cocktail menu include:

  • ATLemon Drop: If your birthday falls on the day of the party, you might want to order the Libra-inspired ATLemon Drop, a refreshing and balanced blend of Reposado tequila, limoncello and lemon juice.
  • Greenhouse Mule: Inspired by the outgoing Scorpio, the intense flavors of ginger beer and candied ginger are paired with elderflower liqueur and fresh lime juice.
  • Dr’ink: The duality of the Gemini personality is the concept of this black-and-white cocktail made with rum, mezcal and cinnamon-charcoal agave and served with a Y3S-themed temporary tattoo.
  • Centenni’Ol Fashioned: An opinionated Aquarius will gravitate to this Georgia-inspired twist on the old fashioned made with house-infused peach bourbon, aromatic bitters and orange zest.
  • ecause Your 3rd Spot is a social experience, four shareable drinks have been developed to encompass the four elements of the zodiac signs: earth, fire, water and air. These drinks are presented creatively and camera-ready for a memorable TikTok or Instagram post. Some highlights include:
  • Love Bird Cage (Air): Love is in the air with hibiscus-infused tequila, passion fruit liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice and soda water served in beautiful “love bird” glasses that are brought to the guest in a birdcage.
  • Cocktail Tr33 (Earth): For the guest who wants to try everything, the Cocktail Tr33 features a sampling of five best-selling cocktails: the Westside margarita, Peachtree tea, ATLemon Drop, mai tai and sangria.

The full cocktail menu can be found here along with a link to each sign’s corresponding daily horoscope. For more information, please visit your3rdspot.com.

THE DONNER PARTY 2023 – HALLOWEEN THEMED DINNER WITH HENRY ZEBROWSKI

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/25/23

Star of “Your Pretty Face Is Going To Hell” and “The Last Podcast On The Left”,
Henry Zebrowski, invites you to a unique, gory Halloween dinner!

Vaguely Specific Productions is throwing a Donner Party Dinner Hosted by Henry Zebrowski

at Ammazza on October 11 at 7 pm

With a devious menu cooked up by local rockstar chef Mike LaSage

Henry Zebrowski, known for his starring roles in “Your Pretty FaceIs Going To Hell” and “The Last Podcast on the Left,” cordially invites you to an exceptional Halloween soirée – The Donner Party. This night of macabre indulgence is set to take place on October 11 at 7:00 pm at the hauntingly atmospheric Ammazza in Atlanta. Prepare for a chilling culinary adventure as Mike Lasage, celebrated chef, crafts a four-course dining experience that pushes the boundaries of the ordinary. Drawing inspiration from the infamous Donner Party saga, the menu promises to delight the taste buds while delivering shockingly memorable presentations. You’ll walk around the venue and visit the different Donner Party Stations for incredible food and a chance to meet your fellow horror-lovers. To top all off, the master of darkness himself, Henry Zebrowski, will be there visiting with guests and guiding the evening. Henry’s wildly popular podcast “The Last Podcast on the Left,” covers all the darkest corners our world has to offer, both imagined and real. One particular episode detailing the harrowing tale of The Donner Party inspired this Halloween spectacle.

Mike Lasage is a celebrated Atlanta chef and restaurant owner. Starting as the sous chef at P’cheen in the Old Fourth Ward, he went on to own and operate Bone Lick BBQ. His vast knowledge of all things meat and his unique take on the fringe world will come together for one night only as he creates a menu no one will forget.

Tickets will move fast, and pricing is subject to change closer to the date. So don’t delay. Grab your tickets now, and don’t miss out on any of the fun!

Tickets: https://www.atldonnerparty.com/

THE WURST BEER HALL PARTNERS WITH ELEMENTAL SPIRITS CO TO CELEBRATE OKTOBERFEST

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/23/23

Summer Roadshow Dinner Series Makes Final Stop of Season with German Food & Wine Pairing

Thursday, September 28

                           

The Wurst Beer Hallis collaborating with Poncey-Highland wine and spirits shop Elemental Spirits Co. Thursday, Sept. 28 for the final #HungryandCurious Summer Roadshow dinner of the season.

This special Oktoberfest dinner will be held on the restaurant’s communal outdoor patio, where guests can mingle under twinkling lights and sample three courses featuring platters of sausages, Patak bacon, pork shank, sauerkraut, spaetzle, pretzels, and more alongside four carefully curated German wine pairings. 

Some of the featured wines include Stein Blauschiefer Riesling Trocken and Ziereisen Blauer Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir).

Tickets are $95/person and include gratuity and all food and wine pairings.

ATLANTA HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

Everything Halloween 2023 in Atlanta from parties to dinners to pop-ups and cocktails! Will be updated!

Fri., Oct. 27 – A Live! Halloween Party – Heroes & VillainsThings are getting spooky at Live! At the Battery this October with a Heroes and Villains themed Halloween party! Guests are invited to don their best costumes for a night of exhilarating suspense, where forces of good clash with the shadows of evil in an epic showdown of fun. Featuring great music, craft cocktails and memorable photo opps – this is a can’t miss event. Tickets will be available here soon.

City Winery’s Halloween lineup includes:

City Winery Atlanta invites guests to laugh the night away with comedy with Davi Crimmins and friends paired with music by Blair Crimmins and The Hookers. Plus, the evening will include a costume contest with fun prizes! Tickets are available here. 

City Winery Atlanta invites all the poor unfortunate souls to this very special Halloween drag brunch! Some of Atlanta’s best drag queens and kings are performing all the Disney hits from everyone’s favorite animated villains! Guests can enjoy brunch along with performances by Edie Cheezburger, EllaSaurus Rex, Mr. Elle Aye, Tugboat the Queen & a very special surprise guest. Tickets are available here. 

Music-lovers are invited to celebrate the holiday with P-Funk Connection, an Atlanta-based band that has the DNA of Mr. George Clinton and was formed as a group in 2011. Initiated by “P” as in Patty Walker, who has performed and recorded as a vocalist with Rock n Roll Hall of Famer George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic for 30 + years, 9 members from funky backgrounds have united together under her. Tickets are available here.

No one has experienced paranormal investigating like this before. Guests are invited to join Sabrina and Corinne for an exclusive, never before seen live show. Grounded in horror, their friendship will provide comedic relief and heartwarming connection…but uncovering the truth comes with a price. This is Two Girls One Ghost at The Conjuring House. It’s going to be a wild, spooky ride. Tickets are available here.

Sat., Oct. 28, 11am-6pm & 7pm-midnight – Halloween on The Roof at Ponce City Market

On Saturday, October 28, The Roof is hosting a dual experience that spans the realms of all ages. From 11am to 6pm, families are invited to indulge in an annual trick-or-treat event, where little ghouls and goblins can gather treats and play boardwalk games under the daylight’s playful glow.

As the sun sets and the moon rises, the venue will transform into an exclusive 21+ adult evening event from 7pm to midnight. Look out for slashers and scream queens and dance the night away at a scream queen Prom under the Terrace. A costume contest winner will receive a prize valued at $1000, making the night even more electrifying. 

Mon., Oct. 30, 4:30-6:30pm – Trick-or-Treat at Ponce City Market

Ponce City Market welcomes children of all ages to trick-or-treat on Monday, October 30 from 4:30-6:30pm. During the free and open-to-the-public event, restaurants and shops will be handing out over 1,000 pounds of candy to kids in costume!

Sat., Oct. 28, 6-10pm – Masquerade at B.M. Franklin at Buckhead Village

B.M. Franklin & Co invites guests to a curated, experiential night of speakeasy glamor and mad-mask magic featuring Grey Goose cocktails, a custom fascinator and mask bar, pop-up photobooth and custom hat award for Best Mask/Headdress.

Fri., Oct. 27, 6-10pm – Cujo’s “Find Your Boo” Carnival at Fetch at Buckhead Village

Fetch Park invites people to “find your boo” at their spooktacular event featuring costume contests, DJs playing your favorite songs and scary-good specials.

Every Tuesday in October, 7pm – Scream on The Green at Fetch Park at Buckhead Village and The Works

Presented by The Georgia Hemp Co., Fetch park invites movie lovers to watch their favorite Halloween films on the big screen including Caper, Beetlejuice, The Addams Family Values, Goosebumps, Hocus Pocus, Sleepy Hollow and Trick R’ Treat.

Sat., Oct. 28, 8pm-Close – Hogwarts Halloween at Hampton + HudsonCalling all wizards! The Inman Park neighborhood restaurant and bar will host a celebration that’s sure to be magic. The Harry Potter themed event is free and open to the public, and will feature an OMG Photo Booth starting at 8pm, a costume contest with prizes at 11pm, a DJ spinning tunes all night plus food and beverage specials 

Tues., Oct. 31, 8-10pm – Halloween Trivia at Hampton + Hudson

Hampton + Hudson’s weekly trivia night is taking a spooky turn on Tuesday, October 31 with Halloween-themed trivia. Host Adam Greene will challenge contestants with thrilling questions, plus there will be festive food and drink specials, and a costume contest.

Atlanta Eateries Scare Up Spine-Tingling Halloween Events and Offerings

It’s officially Halloween season, and some of Atlanta’s favorite restaurants are taking on the holiday with numerous ways to eat, drink, and be scary. From rooftop fun at Virtue to Halloween candy and wine pairings at Postino WineCafé, revelers can get spooked in the most satisfying ways.

The annual HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern Halloween party is on Saturday, Oct. 28 at both the Halcyon and Atlantic Station locations. The party kicks off at 7 p.m., and guests can expect $5 spooky shots, DJ tunes starting at 8 p.m. and a hair-raising costume contest at 10 p.m. with a $100 gift card prize for the winner. Tables can be booked via OpenTable. Those looking to get the festivities started sooner can join HOBNOB’s Halcyon location for Halcyon’s “Witches Night Out” event on Oct. 19 from 6-10 p.m. with DJ music on the rooftop.

Postino WineCafé—with locations in Buckhead and West Midtown—invites guests to embrace the flavors of the season with suggestions for whimsical wine and candy pairings. Curated by Postino’s vice president of beverage and seasoned sommelier Brent Karlicek, guests are encouraged to try four spine-chilling pairing suggestions: Hi-Rise + Skittles, Fiore Moscato D’Asti + Starburst, Holly’s Way + Caramel Apple Pops, and Mary Taylor’s + Twizzlers.

The Blind Pig Parlour Bar presents The Wicked Pig, a Halloween pop-up through Nov. 4. Patrons can expect spooktacular drinks like Rosemary’s Baby and Vampire’s Kiss as well as scary bites like CharCUTerie if you dare and mummy dogs.The Wicked Pig is open Wednesday-Saturday from 5 p.m. until late now through Nov. 4. Reservations are strongly recommended through OpenTable.

What’s better than having a Halloween party? A Halloween party on a rooftop! Virtue Rooftop, atop 5Church Midtown, is having a wicked Halloween Rooftop party on Oct. 28 from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Virtue Rooftop has all vibes covered with its three distinct spaces, which include the ballroom, covered patio, and exposed rooftop. Guests are required to wear a costume that adheres to health code standards (no nudity or lewd costumes allowed) and will be greeted with a complimentary welcome glass of Champagne. Tickets are $45 for this 21-and-over event and can be purchased online.

ENZO Steakhouse & Bar Hosts a Spooktacular Halloween Party and Pumpkin Carving Competition

Ghouls, goblins, witches and wizards of all ages are invited to an afternoon of frights, delights and friendly competition during ENZO Steakhouse & Bar’s Spooktacular Halloween Party & Pumpkin Carving Contest. Free to attend and featuring Halloween-themed treats, boo-zy concoctions for the adults and plenty of surprises for the kiddos, guests can enter the pumpkin carving contest  and soak up the fall weather on the covered patio for just $10. Benefiting Two Sparrows Village, a nonprofit organization with a mission to create communities where adults with disabilities can achieve independence, participants will receive a pumpkin and utensils to create their very own jack-o-lantern masterpiece. To raise the stakes, patrons and local businesses in and around the Town at Trilith are invited to enter the competition by dropping off a carved pumpkin along with the $10 entry fee to the restaurant on or by October 28, 2023. Entrants will have the chance to win dinner for six, four, two and more. Competing pumpkins will be on display and available for voting through Tuesday, October 31st at 6 p.m. Winners will be announced on Halloween night during ENZO’s festive dinner service, Pasta, Pumpkins and Potions, filled with frighteningly delicious food and drink specials. For more information or to register for the all ages pumpkin carving contest, visit enzo-itl.com. ENZO Steakhouse & Bar is located in the Town at Trilith at 300 Trilith Pkwy, Suite 230, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @enzoitl. 

Dart to Flight Club for Halloween Weekend 

Gather the crew and step right up to secure a spot for Flight Club’s spooktacular Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 28th. Starting at 7 p.m., partygoers can sip on specialty cocktails straight out of the cauldron like the Blood & Smoke, a tantalizing mix of beet, mezcal and Chile vodka while enjoying an array of treats including seasonal cotton candy. Adding to the eerie evening, guests will be greeted by a tarot card reader and magician, ready to unveil secrets of past, present and future. Flight Club is also hosting a virtual costume contest for a chance to win big. Revelers can snap a hauntingly stylish pic of their costume in the venue, share it on Instagram until Monday, October 30th, and tag @flightclubdartsusa. Voting will take place Halloween night on their Instagram stories and the winner will score the Flight Club Friendsgiving prize, which includes a complimentary 90-minute Social Darts reservation for up to 12 guests, accompanied by a $100 credit for food and beverages, redeemable on or before December 30, 2023. Flight Club Atlanta is located at 1055 Howell Mill Rd Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit https://flightclubdartsusa.com/atlanta/atlanta. Stay connected on Instagram at @flightclubdartsusa. 

Bid Noni’s Farewell During ‘The Finale’ Halloween Weekend 

While the iconic Edgewood Avenue eatery is preparing to close its doors after 15 years at the end of October, Noni’s still has a few tricks (and treats) up its sleeve. In addition to hosting nonstop events throughout the month, from drag shows and PRIDE parties to a comedy night, on Saturday, October 28th, owner Matt Rupert and his team are throwing one last Halloween bash, The Finale. Beginning at 5 p.m., guests are invited to raise a glass to the beloved neighborhood haunt during the final dinner service, and at 8 p.m., an all-star DJ lineup will take the farewell celebration to the next level, providing the perfect soundtrack for what is sure an epic night for the books. Cover for The Finale at Noni’s is $1.50 and costumes both frightful and delightful are strongly encouraged. Noni’s is located at 357 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. For more information or to purchase commemorative merchandise, visit www.nonisdeli.com. Stay connected on Instagram and Twitter at @nonisdeli and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nonisbaranddeli. 

Tee Off Spooky Season at Puttshack Atlanta 

‘Tis the season to get spooky, and Puttshack Atlanta is going all out with a host of frights and delights throughout October 2023. New flavors hit the scene as their menu expands and introduces more globally inspired favorites, from a mouthwatering Bacon Jalapeño Cheeseburger to Lebanese Hummus and Rendang Lettuce Wraps, that will fuel mini golf enthusiasts of any age. Those looking to mix and mingle in style are invited to back-to-back day parties on the patio on Saturdays, October 14th and 21st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., where guests can lounge by the fire pit and sip on specialty D’USSÉ cocktails while soaking up the sound stylings of local DJs. Halloween weekend only, Puttshack’s Spooky Painkiller cocktail will make a hauntingly delicious appearance on the menu. Guests can enjoy this eerie concoction featuring a mix of rum, fresh orange and pineapple juices, and coconut cream and garnished with black cherry and lychee eyeballs before it disappears until the next year. Puttshack Atlanta is located in West Midtown at 1115 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, call 404.738.7888 or visit www.puttshack.com. Stay connected on Instagram and Twitter at @Puttshack and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Puttshack.  

Barre 3, Brunch, and Boos at TWO Urban Licks 

TWO urban licks’ Barre, Brunch, and Boos is back again this Halloween, and it’s going to be spooktacular. On Saturday, October 21, food and fitness fanatics are invited to participate in a 45-minute Barre3 class followed by a cool down with a complimentary Bloody Mary or mimosa for ages 21 and up. Starting at 9:45 a.m., experience a full-body workout of strength, cardio, and the mind on the patio overlooking the Atlanta BeltLine. Attendees are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, a water bottle, and a towel. Stick around after barre for 10% off brunch favorites, including Fat Elvis French Toast, Crab Cake Benedict, TWO Breakfast, and more. Tickets are on sale for $15. Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/barre3-brunch-boos-tickets-722264652017?aff=erelexpmlt  to purchase. Reservations are recommended. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. TWO Urban Licks is located on the Atlanta BeltLine in the Old Fourth Ward at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. Stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks.   

A Night of Spells and Spirits at Vesper Atlanta 

Wizarding wonders await in the heart of Glenwood Park as Vesper Atlanta transforms into the Great Hall at Hogwarts. Prepare to embark on a journey into the enchanting realm of Harry Potter on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Beginning at 7 p.m., attendees are invited to don their finest Potter-inspired attire or costume of their choosing for a night full of magical mayhem and lasting memories. The witch or wizard with the most imaginative and spellbinding outfit will have the chance to win a $100 Vesper gift certificate during the high-energy Halloween costume contest. Delve into menu favorites such as the lobster quesadilla, totchos or the pub chicken sandwich as their team brews up whimsical cocktails and captivating zero-proof potions for all. From the dedicated Harry Potter enthusiast to partygoers simply seeking an unforgettable Halloween bash, Vesper promises a magical experience not to be missed. Vesper’s Harry Potter Halloween Bash is free to attend. Vesper Atlanta is open Tuesday through Sunday beginning at 5 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.vesperatl.com or call 404.936.6902. Vesper is located at 924 Garrett St. Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30316. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @vesperatl

Spooky Cocktails at Minero at Ponce City Market!

The Mexican bar and restaurant is pouring three festive cocktails perfect for this spooky season! 

  • Moonlight Marg is made with Tanteo organic blanco tequila, lime juice, Brovo orange liqueur, blackberry purée, lime garnish, & a black salt rim
  • Bruja Brew is a wickedly tasty concoction of blanco tequila, lime juice, Brovo orange liqueur, agave, activated charcoal powder & a lime garnish

Smashing Pumpkins is a delicious take on fall flavor with vodka, pumpkin cream, cinnamon & crushed graham cracker crumbs

Sat., Oct. 28, 6-10pm – Masquerade at B.M. Franklin at Buckhead Village

B.M. Franklin & Co invites guests to a curated, experiential night of speakeasy glamor and mad-mask magic featuring Grey Goose cocktails, a custom fascinator and mask bar, pop-up photobooth and custom hat award for Best Mask/Headdress. Tickets are available here for $25.

Fri., Oct. 27, 7-10pm – Bottle Painting at Gallery Anderson Smith at Buckhead VillageGallery Anderson Smith will celebrate with an enchanting evening of Halloween-themed creativity and delightful libations. Guests will discover the artist within them as the Buckhead Village gallery hosts their Halloween Paint & Sip event, where participants use empty liquor bottles as their canvas, adding a thrilling twist to the artistic journey. All the necessary materials, including paint, brushes, artificial flowers and meticulously cleaned liquor bottles, will be readily provided. While crafting the bottle masterpieces, guests will relish in the flavors of Halloween-inspired libations, thoughtfully curated by THE BARTENDERS CLUB. Attendees are welcome to enhance the enchantment by donning their favorite costume – there’s even a prize waiting for the best-dressed guest! Tickets are available here.

PUMPKIN FESTIVAL 2023 AT STONE MOUNTAIN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

Play by Day, Glow by Night during Pumpkin Festival at
Stone Mountain Park

Annual event returns with NEW Pumpkin Drone Show

Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival – Play by Day, Glow by Night, is the most illuminated fall of all! Guests are welcome to celebrate the splendor of autumn during the park’s Pumpkin Festival, a family tradition featuring a multitude of glowing experiences.

Marvel at the all-new Pumpkin Drone Show! This brand-new show features a fleet of color-changing drones synchronized to festive music while creating specially themed shapes in the sky.  Watch pumpkins, bats, spiders, and more in this aerial masterpiece happening before the World’s Largest Pumpkin Light Show each night of Pumpkin Festival. 

The glowing experiences are infinite! With even more glow this year, visit the all-new Wonderland’s Fantastical 3D Immersive Experience, and the Enchanted Glow Along Parade. Hunt for buried treasure at the Treasure Island walk-through experience. Follow Dorothy as she is swept from Kansas to the Emerald City. Help Alice through the Queen of Heart’s Blacklight Maze to catch the White Rabbit. See what Dinosaurs do after dark at the Dino Glow Experience. Wander through the Enchanted Forest, with a glowing wonderland of towering trees and oversized flowers.

Guests can play by day and experience family-friendly park attractions, plus special fall entertainment, then glow by night in a whole new light. Fun fall décor and outdoor picture-book settings provide plenty of Instagram-worthy spots. Discover an underwater marvel 20,000 leagues under the sea, catch a fairytale remix with Mother Goose, and join the 3 little pigs for an adventure on the scenic railroad. 

Glow by Night is an immersive experience, with more lights, more glow, and more nighttime outdoor fun. Explore amazing glow-in-the-dark experiences throughout the festival including thousands of glowing lights, massive jack-o-lanterns, a giant glowing pumpkin tree, costumed characters, glow-in-the-dark mini-golf, and glow-in-the-dark dinosaurs. End the night with a glowing nighttime parade featuring new themed floats and favorite storybook characters, dancing their way through the festival.

Discover plenty of nighttime family-friendly experiences on acres of natural beauty, happening Friday through Sunday, Sept. 16 – Oct. 29.

For tickets and activity schedules, visit www.stonemountainpark.com.

20TH ANNUAL PARTY IN THE KITCHEN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

Open Hand Atlanta to Host 20th Annual Party in the Kitchen at American Spirit Works, Sept. 28

Annual fundraiser flashes back to the neon decade with live music, crafted cocktails, exquisite cuisine, and captivating auctions in support of Open Hand Atlanta

Open Hand is celebrating 20 years of its largest annual fundraiser, Party in the Kitchen, taking place at The Stave Room at American Spirit Works on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 7- 10 p.m. This year, the event will honor Chef Gerry Klaskala, who has generously supported Open Hand for 20 years and has dedicated more than 9 years as a Chef Chair of Party in the Kitchen.

Hosted by Chef Kevin Rathbun and Chef Peter Kaiser, along with Co-Chairs Marlene Alexander and Butch Whitfield,
guests are invited to indulge in Atlanta’s premier culinary social occasion, showcasing 20 of Atlanta’s finest chefs. DJ Twitch and DJIT will take guests back into the decade of MTV, shoulder pads, and big hair as the evening pays tribute to 1988, Open Hand’s founding year, with an unforgettable evening full of entertainment, flavorful food, master mixology and live and silent auctions.

“We are so honored to have Marlene Alexander and Butch Whitfield joining our chef co-chairs Chef Peter Kaiser and Chef Kevin Rathbun for this year’s event,” said Open Hand Executive Director Matthew Pieper. “Not only are they raising critical funds for our mission, but they are also paying tribute to our founding in the 1980s.”

Exquisite culinary masterpieces will be created by famous local chefs such as Kevin Rathbun, Chris Hall,
Peter Kaiser, Ian Winslade, Doug Turbush, Stephen Herman, and others. Attendees will have the opportunity to not only savor delectable food and cocktails, but can also bid on a diverse selection of luxury items, ranging from exclusive travel experiences to captivating entertainment and elegant fine dining packages.


Open Hand will host a Patron Party before the main event for VIP guests in the American Spirit Works Courtyard beginning at 5:30 p.m. Patron ticket prices start at $750 and include access to the main event. Attendees will have the chance to preview live and silent auction items, as well as the opportunity to mingle with Atlanta’s celebrity chefs. 


Party in the Kitchen raises much-needed funds to support Open Hand’s programs which provide access to home-delivered, health-promoting meals as well as nutrition education to those living with or disabled by chronic disease, homebound seniors and at-risk youth and families.

Tickets to Party in the Kitchen are on sale now and can be purchased for a special rate of $250 through August 25 before the price increases to $300 per ticket. For information on sponsorship packages or to purchase tickets, visit PartyintheKitchen.org.

WILD HEAVEN 13TH ANNIVERSARY AND OKTOBERFEST BASH

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

Saturday, September 23 11 am

Prost! It’s time to raise a stein not only for Wild Heaven’s 13th anniversary, but for their “beer-loved” Oktoberfest celebration. On Saturday, September 23, 2023, the highly-anticipated German tradition will be in full force at Wild Heaven’s Avondale location (135B Maple St, Avondale Estates, GA 30002) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. At the Wies’n, guests can expect traditional German food from Chef Carla Fears accompanied by live German music and a stein hoisting competition. In honor of the brewery’s 13th birthday, guests can pick up a commemorative stein and be the first to try their limited-edition 13 anniversary beer a very special blend of barrel-aged treats that will be truly one-of-a-kind. Available on draft and in bottles. Revelers that bring their own stein can take advantage of $4 refills. Wild Heaven’s 13th anniversary stein and limited-edited anniversary beer will also be available at the Westend location. For more information, visit https://wildheavenbeer.com. 

A SEPTEMBER TO REMEMBER AT THE DISTILLERY OF MODERN ART

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

September events below!

Stretch that Weekend Feeling—  Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Stretch that weekend feeling with a yoga class at Distillery of Modern Art, an amalgamation of a distillery, gallery, event space, covered patio, and cocktail lounge that is located in the heart of Chamblee. On Sunday, September 17th beginning at 11 a.m., Cherri McCallister, owner of breathe.yoga studio will host a traditional yoga class welcoming all skill levels at the beautiful, art-filled space. After the class, attendees can toast their mind and body experience with Distillery of Modern Art’s craft cocktails. The class is $12 per person. Attendees are required to bring their own mat and water. To register or for more information, visit  https://distilleryofmodernart.com/our-events or call 404-482-2663. 

Sip & Scent Candle-Making Class— Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 2:30 p.mIt’s back-to-school season, so there’s no better time to learn the art of candle-making at Distillery of Modern Art during its Sip & Scent class on on Sunday, September 17, 2023. Beginning at 2:30 p.m., class goers will be greeted with a cocktail from the award-winning distillery, cocktail lounge, and gallery before a seasoned instructor leads an interactive, educational and fun experience. Participants will explore different waxes, wicks, candle care and pouring along with choosing fragrances and essential oils to create a one-of-a-kind soy and coconut wax candle in a highball glass. Not only will candlemakers leave with a new set of skills, but they will receive elegant packaging materials to safely take their custom candle home. Sip & Scent is for ages 21 and up. For more information or to purchase tickets starting at $67, visit  https://distilleryofmodernart.com/our-events. 

From Grain to Glass: An In-Depth Distiller’s Tour—Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 3 p.m.Experience the captivating allure of spirits that leave everyone craving more at Distillery of Modern Art’s exclusive Disiller’s Tour. On Saturday, September 23, 2023, Distillery of Modern Art, a local art gallery and cocktail lounge, invites guests to join in on a comprehensive journey through the art of distillation, guided by head distiller Matt Grief. Starting at 3 p.m., Grief will share his extensive knowledge on the technical side of distilling and the ‘hows’ and ‘whys’ of each choice along the way that ensure the creation of a perfect spirit. Beginning and ending with a Distillery of Modern Art cocktail, the tour includes 8 tastings of both finished and unfinished spirits as well as charcuterie from the beloved Spotted Trotter. For ages 21 and up, tickets are $55. For more information about Distillery of Modern Art, visit www.distilleryofmodernarat.com or call 404-482-2663. 

Distillery of Modern Art Hosts Burlesque Basics—Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 2 p.m.Try a hand at burlesque with Burlesque Basics at Distillery of Modern Art on Sunday, September 24 beginning at 2 p.m. Critically celebrated and award-winning teachers from The Atlanta School of Burlesque will start by walking burlesque beginners through the history of the sensual dance style. Welcoming all skill levels, Zara Estelle will teach fundamental Burlesque movements and walks, resulting in a short routine. Dance enthusiasts who have built up an appetite learning new skills can indulge in a savory charcuterie from The Spotted Trotter and sip on the latest summer cocktails from Distillery of Modern Art. Attendees must wear appropriate shoes such as dance shoes or strapped-toe shoes with a 2-to-3-inch heel, jazz flats, salsa shoes or barefoot. Attendees are encouraged to bring water. Tickets are $15. To register or for more information, visit  https://distilleryofmodernart.com/our-events or call 404-482-2663. 

Cocktails & Conversation Returns with Focus on Employment Inclusion— Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 6 p.m.

Distillery of Modern Art, a fusion of a distillery, gallery, event space and cocktail lounge, is set to host its next thought-provoking discussion in its Cocktails & Conversation series, focusing on Employment Inclusion on Wednesday, September 27. Beginning at 6 p.m., attendees are invited to enjoy craft cocktails and engage in a lively discussion with the founders of the Kyle Pease Foundation, Chief Executive Officer Kyle Pease and Executive Director Brent Pease, as they delve into the topic of improving support for disabled and minority communities in the professional sphere. The Kyle Pease Foundation is known for its work in raising awareness and funds to promote success for persons with disabilities through sports and competition. Adding depth to the conversation, Kristina Echols, Strategy Consultant in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Accenture, will share her experience in creating and maintaining inclusive workspaces. Cocktails & Conversations: Employment Inclusion at Distillery of Modern Art is for ages 18 and up. Tickets are available for purchase for $5 at https://distilleryofmodernart.com/our-events/. 

GEORGIA PLANT SWAP AND SALE PULLMAN YARDS – SEPT 30

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/15/23

Sept 30, 2023 (Saturday 1-5pm)

Pullman Yards

SWAPPING: Bring your plants, cuttings, seeds to trade with others in a box. Helpful to have them labeled whether in soil, wet paper napkin in baggie, or wrapped in moss. There’s designated swap and free plant areas for community (No Selling in these areas). Send a message to volunteer. Spread the word and see you there!!

APPLY TO SELL (Keep checking for future events)

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