GEORGIA BEER DAY 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/20/22

Craft beer lovers across the Peach State ‘tapping’ in for Georgia Beer Day on March 5 

The Georgia Craft Brewers Guild (GCBG) invites you to raise a pint to support local, independent craft brewers when Georgia Beer Day returns Saturday, March 5.

The annual celebration, which is organized by the GCBG and benefits its member breweries, highlights Georgia’s vibrant craft beer industry.

This year, 70 breweries across the state are participating (full list below) and will be selling a limited edition full-color collector’s pint glass. GCBG’s member breweries and Boelter Glassware are teaming up to donate $1 from the sale of every glass to the GCBG to help promote and further the common interests of its members and Georgia’s licensed brewing industry.

Designed by artist Ali Lamoureux, the theme of the 2022 commemorative glass is, “From the Blue Ridge Mountains to Driftwood Beach,” which highlights the beauty of Georgia and features two of the state’s most recognizable naturescapes.

In addition to selling the glassware, each participating brewery has the freedom to creatively choose how they celebrate, so please check your favorite brewery’s website and social media pages to learn about specific programming, specials and promotions.

For more information on Georgia Beer Day, visit: georgiacraftbrewersguild.org/georgia-beer-day.html.

Participating Breweries

Acworth

Red Top Brewhouse

 

Albany

Pretoria Fields

 

Alpharetta

Cherry Street Brewing

 

Athens

Athentic Brewing Company

Creature Comforts Brewing Co.

Southern Brewing Company

 

Avondale Estates

The Lost Druid Brewery

Wild Heaven Beer

 

Atlanta

Atlanta Brewing Co.

Best End Brewing Company

Bold Monk Brewing Co.

Elsewhere Brewing

Eventide Brewing

Fire Maker Brewing Company

Halfway Crooks Beer

Monday Night Brewing

Round Trip Brewing Company

New Realm Brewing Co.

Sceptre Brewing Arts

Second Self Beer Company

Steady Hand Beer Co.

SweetWater Brewing Company

Three Taverns Brewery

Wild Heaven Beer

Wrecking Bar Brewpub

 

Augusta

Savannah River Brewing Co.

 

Bainbridge

Southern Philosophy Brewing Co.

 

Blue Ridge

Grumpy Old Men Brewing

 

Canton

Reformation Brewery

Cleveland

Tantrum Brewing Company

 

Columbus

Chattabrewchee Southern Brewhouse

 

Cumming

NoFo Brew Co.

 

Dahlonega

The Dahlonega Brewery

 

Decatur

Three Taverns Brewery

 

Duluth

6S Brewing Company

 

Ellijay

Cartecay River Brewing Co.

 

Gainesville

Left Nut Brewing Co.

 

Hapeville

Arches Brewing

 

Jasper

Pendley Creek Brewing Company

 

Johns Creek

Six Bridges Brewing

 

Kennesaw

Dry County Brewing Company

Horned Owl Brewing

 

Lilburn

Blackbird Farms Brewery

 

Macon

Fall Line Brewing Co.

 

Marietta

Glover Park Brewery

Red Hare Brewing & Distilling

Schoolhouse Brewing

Treehorn Cider

 

Midway

Split Fin Brewing

 

Norcross

Cultivation Brewing Co.

Social Fox Brewing

 

Peachtree City

Line Creek Brewing Co.

 

Peachtree Corners

Anderby Brewing

Kettlerock Brewing

 

Roswell

From the Earth Brewing Company

Gate City Brewing Company

 

Sandy Springs

Pontoon Brewing Company

 

Savannah

Service Brewing Co.

The Underdog Brewing Company

Two Tides Brewing Company

 

Smyrna

Reformation Brewery

 

St. Simons Island

Barrier Island Brewing

 

Statesboro

Eagle Creek Brewing Company

Sugar Hill

Indio Brewing

 

Suwanee

Monkey Wrench Brewing

StillFire Brewing

 

Talking Rock

Talking Rock Brewery

 

Tucker

Tucker Brewing Company

 

Valdosta

Georgia Beer Co.

 

Woodstock

Reformation Brewery

BEST END BREWING HOSTS THIRD ANNUAL CRAWFISH BOIL AND GEORGIA BEER DAY 2022 CELEBRATION

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/20/22

All-You-Can-Eat Crawfish, Classic Low-Country Boil, Live Music, Limited Edition Pint Glasses, Low Country Boil and More 

Saturday, March 5th, 2022 

It’s that time of the year again! Best End Brewing Co.’s third annual Crawfish Boil is returning March 5th, so grab the bib, stretchy pants, and plenty of hand wipes. Seafood enthusiasts are invited to enjoy all-you-can-eat crawfish with classic low-country boil sides, live music, and, of course, cold craft brews. The full menu and bar will also be open for those who prefer Best End’s signature funky flavors over the cajun critters. There is a sweet addition this year of beer floats, in collaboration with Honey Suckle Gelato, for guests to enjoy a boozy treat after the work of cracking open some crawfish. Conveniently located just steps off the Southside BeltLine, Best End’s patio is a perfect urban oasis for a fun spring day.
To participate in the crawfish craze, advance tickets are now available online for $55 and $65 at the door. All tickets provide attendees with a complimentary beer.
Revelers can also raise a *limited edition* glass to this year’s Georgia Beer Day, an annual celebration of- you guessed it Georgia Craft Beer. The day benefits the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild and their member breweries, falling this year on March 5th as well. Adding to the festivities, Best End will be offering a limited edition collector’s glass with the purchase of a craft beer for $10. The 2022 glass is a 16 oz. Libbey Willi Becher showcasing full-color art by artist Ali Lamoreux. Featuring the theme “From the Blue Ridge Mountains to Driftwood Beach,” this year’s design displays the beauty of Georgia with two of its most recognizable nature scapes. Explore the great outdoors, and celebrate Georgia Beer!
The Crawfish Boil will be from 2 pm to 6 pm, while the Georgia Beer Day celebrations will kick off at noon and go until 10 pm.
Best End Brewing is located just off the Southside Beltline in the Lee + White Complex at 1036 White Street SW Atlanta, GA 30310. For more information, visit www.bestendbrewing.com or call 470.391.0999.

THE ATLANTA FAIR RETURNS MARCH 4

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/20/22

The Atlanta Fair returns March 4 – April 10 2022

Spring back for family-friendly fun, rides and entertainment

Welcome back to the fair! The Atlanta Fair is cruising into town once again from March 4 – April 10, 2022 across from the Old Turner Field at Central Ave SW & Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. Fairgoers will be able to kick off the warm weather months with classic carnival games, mouth-watering fair food, rip-roaring thrill rides and gentler attractions for the youngest members of the family.

This year’s Fair will feature returning favorites such as the Alien Abduction, Drop Tower, Expo Wheel. Nemesis 360 with also be returning for its fourth year of daredevilry with its inverted spins and lofty heights. This year, guests can also enjoy The Expedition: a brand-new, speedy thrill ride that will send riders’ heads spinning. At night, watch the Atlanta Fair come alive with thousands of lights, special effects smoke and high-powered music! No day at the Midway is complete without traditional carnival fare such as cotton candy, candy apples, popcorn, corn dogs and funnel cakes!  The Atlanta Fair team is excited to bring families a lively and entertaining experience this spring.

Friday, March 4 – Sunday, April 10, 2022

                        Monday – Friday: 5-11 p.m.

                        Saturday – Sunday: 1-11 p.m.

Tickets are available at the gate beginning on March 4 at 5 p.m.

Fair Entrance Fees:
$2 for guests under 42”

$5 for guests 42” and taller (Except Saturday after 5pm, $8)

Midway Ride Tickets are as follows:

Individual tickets: $1.25 each

Book of 25 tickets: $25

Unlimited Ride Armbands (DAILY): $25 each

*Unlimited Ride Armbands are only valid on the day they are purchased.

 

SOUTHERN BELLE EXPLORES THE SOUTH’S DIVERSE CULINARY TALENT DURING “BLESS THEIR HEARTS” DINNER SERIES ON MARCH 13

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/20/22

Benefiting No Kid Hungry

Chef Joey Ward’s Poncey-Highland Restaurant Brings Together

Talented, Local Guest Chefs for Five-Course Dinner Benefitting No Kid Hungry

Southern Belle invites guests to explore the Southeast’s diverse culinary talent in the next installation of its monthly “Bless Their Hearts” guest chefs dinner series on Sunday, March 13.

“We have an amazing team of local chefs lined up for our March ‘Bless Their Hearts’ dinner,” says Southern Belle chef and owner Joey Ward. “Each is incredibly talented in the kitchen, and I know our guests are going to be impressed by their dishes.”

Each dinner features five courses plus an amuse-bouche for $135 per guest (excluding tax and gratuity), and each chef is responsible for preparing one course. Ten percent of total sales from the evening will be donated to No Kid Hungry to help end childhood hunger in the United States.

Wine pairings will be available for an additional $70. Non-alcoholic pairings also will be available as well as the restaurant’s full cocktail and beverage list.

The dinner is limited to 70 guests with seatings between 4:30-8:30 p.m. Reservations can be made online through Resy. To ensure guest safety, the entire Southern Belle staff is vaccinated and following all CDC guidelines.

Save the date: the next dinner in the series is scheduled for April 24, 2022.

The March “Bless Their Hearts” dinner features:

Chef Justin Dixon of Humble Mumble

Chef Jiyeon Lee of Heirloom Market

Chef Zach Meloy of Dirt Church Ceramics

Chef Nolan Wynn of Banshee

Host chef Joey Ward, Southern Belle + Georgia Boy

SECOND SELF BEER COMPANY TO CELEBRATE SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY WITH WEEK-LONG CELEBRATION & LAUNCH OF TOTALLY TWOBULAR BEER

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/13/22

Kicking Off on “TWOsday,” February 22, 2022 Through Saturday, February 26

 

Featuring Over 20 Beer Releases, a Free Comedy Show, Food Vendors, ‘90s-Themed Party & More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Second Self Beer Co. – the Atlanta craft beverage incubator behind award-winning beers and brands like Rudi’s Hard Seltzer and CBD-infused sparkling water Cirrus – invites the community to join them in celebrating their seventh anniversary with a week-long celebration kicking off on Tuesday, February 22 (also known as TWOsday) through Saturday, February 26 at their Westside brewery (1317 Logan Circle NW).

 

The festivities will begin on TWOsday (02/22/22) at 2:22pm with a launch party for Totally TWObular (6.22% ABV), a Beermosa-Style Sour IPA brewed with peach and made in collaboration with Bottleshare, a fundraising and fund distribution non profit organization for the craft beverage industry. It will be available at the taproom while supplies last with proceeds benefiting Bottleshare.

 

The celebration continues throughout the week with One-Up Wednesday, where guests are invited to upgrade every pour to the next larger size for the same price from 5-9pm, and Game Night Thursday complete with every type of game – board, Nintendo64, arcade – and $2 pours of Second Self’s newest year-round beer Game Night IPA (6.1% ABV). Combining new school haze with a retro flavor profile, this hazy IPA is simple – yet intricate featuring citra, mosaic and centennial hops for an aroma and flavor profile of papaya, mango and citrus.

 

On Friday, February 25 from 5-9pm guests are invited to gather under a beer tent outside decked with heaters to enjoy a free comedy show hosted by Vas Sanchez (@the_vas_sanchez_). Inside, the brewery will be honoring their $3 Pint Night with pints of Thai Wheat (4.1% ABV), La Fria (4.5% ABV) and Game Night IPA (6.1% ABV) with the addition of $10 pitchers of Just Beer.

 

On Saturday, February 26 from 1-9pm, Second Self invites their loyal supporters, new friends, first-time visitors and everyone in between to dust off their scrunchies and pull out that old Backstreet Boys CD for the grand finale – a  ‘90s themed costume party. Free and open to the public, the event will feature a selection of over 20 collaboration beers on tap inside the taproom and outside under a beer tent alongside Second Self merch. Guests can also enjoy throwback tunes from Seth Hoover (@deathtodekaf) and BBQ bites from Pitmaster Bryan Furman. 

 

“We want to say thank you to all that have supported us and cheered us on these past seven years,” said Cofounder and Head Beer Architect Jason Santamaria. “Second Self would not be here without each and every beer-lover that has stopped by the taproom, taken a chance on a different six-pack at the store or threw us a like on Instagram! We hope to see everyone come out and help us celebrate.”

LOVE AND CELEBRATION ARE ON TAP AT THE BATTERY ATLANTA THIS FEBRUARY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/11/22

Cobb County’s fan-favorite sports and entertainment destination welcomes guests for Valentine’s Day, Mardi Gras, the Big Game and more

The Battery Atlanta has lined up a heartwarming mix of events and offerings the community is sure to swoon over this month. From devouring special Valentine’s Day menus at C. Ellet’s and EATaliano and sipping cocktails at CRÚ Food & Wine Bar to cheering on the teams during the Big Game at Live! and Yard House, The Battery Atlanta provides guests with a plentitude of possibilities for a memorable month! Music enthusiasts can also visit the Coca-Cola Roxy for live performances from artists like Nicky Jam and Hippie Sabotage.

Outdoor Activities:

Cornhole ATL 2022 Winter League
Every Tuesday through March 1

A tailgate favorite is now a league of its own! Spectators are encouraged to watch the action and cheer on league participants as they play games leading up to the winter season’s final tournament on March 1. League winners will receive a championship trophy and other prizes.

Select Restaurant Promotions:

Toast to Love at Silverspot Cinema
Thursday, Feb. 10 through Tuesday, Feb. 15

Catch a new flick and toast to love with prosecco for two, fresh strawberries and four chocolate truffles for $20.

Let’s Celebrate Love at C. Ellet’s
Friday, Feb. 11 through Monday, Feb. 14

C. Ellet’s special menu will make this Valentine’s Day celebration mouthwatering with exclusive offerings, including the Flaming Black Forest Dessert, along with other steakhouse favorites.

Date Night Package at Good Game powered by Topgolf Swing Suite
Friday, Feb. 11 through Monday, Feb. 14

Couples can score a Valentine’s Weekend Date Night Package ($160) that includes 90 minutes in an interactive suite and a prix fix dinner for two. Reserve a spot here!

Big Game Bash at Live! at The Battery Atlanta
Sunday, Feb. 13 at 3 p.m.

Sports enthusiast are invited to watch the LA Rams go head-to-head against the Cincinnati Bengals – along with the most talked about commercials – on the biggest TV in the Southeast. The football festivities will also include drink specials, themed prizes and more!

Wine, Dine & Be Mine at CRÚ Food & Wine Bar
Monday, Feb. 14

CRÚ’s chefs have sweetened the evening with a four-course prix fix menu ($60). Guests will savor decadent dishes including prosciutto wrapped jumbo shrimp, pan seared Alaskan halibut and more. Specials and a la carte menu also available.

Music Bingo at ASW Distillery
Every Thursday at 7-9 p.m.

Guests can sing along and dance to an engaging playlist of back-to-back song clips while they check off song titles during an exciting game of Music Bingo.

Silent Saturdays at Live! at The Battery Atlanta
Saturday, Feb. 19 at 8 p.m.

Attendees are invited to grab a pair of headphones and dance the night away to groovy music while enjoying drink specials and plenty of great late-night vibes.

Mardi Gras Live! at Live! at The Battery Atlanta
Saturday, Feb. 26 at 8 p.m.

Party goers can groove to live music, indulge in authentic Cajun dishes and drink specials, sip on hurricanes and more at a night full of French Quarter fun. Tickets for Mardi Gras Live! can be purchased here.

Coca-Cola Roxy Events:

The Battery Atlanta’s iconic concert venue is gearing up for a full variety of live performances! This month, Coca-Cola Roxy brings a wide range of music to the stage for guests to discover. Review enhanced venue safety guidelines here.

  • Nicky Jam Infinity Tour
    Thursday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m.
  • Rock 100.5 Presents Daughtry: The Dearly Beloved Tour
    Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 8 p.m.
  • Hippie Sabotage
    Friday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m.
  • Marina: Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land Tour
    Monday, Feb. 28 at 8 p.m.

An up-to-date list of restaurant and retailer happenings is available on the website. Details and hours of operation are subject to change. Visitors are asked to follow public safety guidelines while on property.

STEAMHOUSE LOUNGE OYSTERFEST “ATLANTA’S ORIGINAL OYSTERFEST” RETURNS FEBRUARY 26 AND 27, 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/11/22

The 34th Annual Event Will Benefit Giving Kitchen and Include a Million Oysters, Fresh Seafood, Live Music, Full Bar, and More
Weekend and Sunday Only Tickets Now Available

 

Get ready for a shucking good time as the iconic Steamhouse Lounge Oysterfest returns to Midtown Atlanta for its 34th year on Saturday, February 26th and Sunday, February 27th. Beginning at 11 a.m., seafood-lovers can divulge in heaping buckets of fresh roasted oysters or half-shells chargrilled with garlic and butter. Accompanying the million oyster invasion will be Steamhouse’s legendary lobster bisque, fried oyster po’boys, ice-cold beer, and much more. This OG oysterfest, also known as the largest street party in Atlanta, invites all for good seafood, a good time, and a good cause.

 

The standard weekend Steamhouse Oysterfest ticket is on sale now for $25, plus fees, and includes two days of sun-soaking, live music, and fresh seafood from the Louisiana Gulf Coast. For revelers who can’t make it on Saturday, half-price tickets are available for Sunday-only for $15, plus fees. All tickets are available online. Under 21 permitted when accompanied by an adult ages 21 and up. Advance tickets grant access to the express lane entry.

 

This year’s Oysterfest will be cashless. All transactions at the gates, bars, and restaurants will only accept credit or debit cards.

 

Oysterfest 2022 is a proud supporter of Giving Kitchen. Giving Kitchen is a nonprofit organization that provides emergency assistance to food service workers through financial support and a network of community resources to create a community where crisis is met with compassion and care. Since its inception, the organization has given over 1,300 grants to food service workers in Georgia.

TOTALLY TUBULAR 8TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY AT EVENTIDE BREWING

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/8/22

Break out your best ‘80s attire for Eventide Brewing’s totally tubular 8th Anniversary Party 

Saturday, February 19

Noon to 9 pm

Grant Park’s favorite brewery is throwing the gnarliest bash of the year, featuring limited release beers, entertainment and more! 

 

Eventide is celebrating eight years of serving up bodacious brews on Saturday, February 19. The ‘80s-themed party, which lasts from noon until 9 p.m., will feature three limited-edition beers, including the 2022 Anniversary Belgian Quad, Barrel-Aged Belgian Tripel and Barrel-Aged Shadow Work Doppelbock, as well as 16 other bitchin’ beers on tap. The awesome 1980s celebration will also include plenty of rad karaoke and delicious food from Coffyn Pyes. Eventide’s 8th Anniversary Party is a ticketed event with three options, including a to-go package. To purchase advance tickets, please visit: eventidebrewing.com/2022anniversarytickets. Tickets may also be purchased the day of the event. 

Cost:

  • $15 for General Admission: Includes two draft pours and entry into the event.
  • $55 for To-go Package: Three 22oz bombers, including 2022 Anniversary Belgian Quad Ale, Barrel-Aged Belgian Tripel and Barrel-Aged Shadow Work Doppelbock, and an Eventide Teku glass.
  • $90 for VIP Admission: Free draft pours all day, t-shirt, to-go package (including three exclusive anniversary bombers and a brand new Eventide Teku glass), and entry into the event.

SWEETWATER 25TH ANNIVERSARY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/7/22

Saturday, February 19th

2:00pm – 10:00pm at the brewery

Celebrate 25 Years of Heady Beers. 

We’re getting ready to hit our stride and celebrate 25 years of brewing beers in style. Join us and a few thousand of our closest friends at the brewery on Feb. 19, 2022 as we raise a toast and light up the party.
We’ve got festivities planned throughout the brewery and featuring great shows from
– Futurebirds
– Larkin Poe
– Andy Frasco & the UN
– Yam Yam

TWO WAYS TO PARTY:

General Admission: $30

Enjoy all the music, buy the brews and food you want, and hang out all damn day

Super Heady VIP: $75

4 complimentary brews

Primo viewing area for all the shows

VIP restrooms & bar

Dedicated VIP gate with unlimited re-entry

Souvenir 25th anni cup

Important Shizz to Know:

This is a rain or shine event, but our main stage will be in our massive warehouse to keep you dry and toasted. Please plan accordingly.

Parking is VERY limited onsite, so MARTA, UBER, cabs, etc. will be your best bet!

Doors open at 2:00pm, and we’ll be shutting this shindig down at 10:00pm.

Tickets are $35 if available at the door.

THE ODDITIES AND CURIOSITIES EXPO RETURNS TO ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/30/22

Enjoy a showcase of all things weird.

Saturday, February 19th!

AmericasMart

One-part horror convention and one-part dark arts – The Oddities and Curiosities Expo featuring over 150 local and national vendors and will visit Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, February 19. Tickets start at $10 and can be purchased at https://odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com/tickets

Attendees can expect to see vendors and small businesses showcasing taxidermy, preserved animal specimens, original horror and Halloween-inspired artwork, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls, bones, and funeral collectibles.

“The Oddities and Curiosities Expo was created purely out of the excitement of bringing communities we care about together through events,” said Michelle Cozzaglio, who owns the expo with her husband, Tony. “Honestly, we had no idea it would turn into what it has today! Our goal has always been to uplift those around us while giving everyone, including ourselves, the opportunity to truly do what they love.”

The Cozzaglios have been taking The Oddities and Curiosities Expo on the road from coast to coast for the past five years after observing there was a market for this type of large scale event. Long-time collectors of oddities and obscure memorabilia themselves, the pair also own a record store and screen printing business, and operate punk festivals across the country.

In addition to visiting the showroom floor, guests of The Oddities and Curiosities Expo are able to purchase tickets to a day-long taxidermy class where they can learn to make their own two headed duckling mount. Participants will work with frozen animals to learn the basics of taxidermy.

The O&C Expo also hosts Rainy Day Revival and their Museum of Marvelous Mutations, a 1600 square foot carnival sideshow reminiscent of big top attractions of the early 1900’s. For an additional $7 ($5 advance), guests can experience “The World’s Largest Traveling Freak Show” and meet Simon the Cyclops Lamb and Beefcake the Bulldog Calf.

It is important to note: All animals in the taxidermy class and other parts of the show – like preserved specimens – are sourced ethically and died of natural causes.

EVENT INFO

The Oddities and Curiosities Expo will take place Saturday, Saturday, February 19, from 10am to 6pm at Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart – Building 3 at 250 Spring St NW, Atlanta, GA 30030. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door and children 12 and under are free. The event is all ages – however parents are advised to use their best judgment about if their children should attend.

Tickets can be purchased at https://odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com/tickets

The Two Headed Duckling Taxidermy Class hosted by Heather Clark of Sleeping Sirens Art & Oddities will be held from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with breaks built-in for lunch and exploring the expo. The class is $235, and is available to those aged 16 and up, or younger with parental approval. All materials and tools will be provided. Tickets for this class also include admission to the expo.

For additional information, follow The Oddities and Curiosities Expo on Facebook and Instagram.