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FARMERS MARKET SERIES RETURNS TO THE BATTERY ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/16/26

Local flavors, artisan goods and family-friendly experiences return to the Plaza Green starting April 19

The Battery Atlanta invites guests to shop, stroll and savor the season at the Farmers Market, presented by Kaiser Permanente. Returning to the Plaza Green on select Sundays beginning April 19, this fan-favorite series features a curated mix of local farmers, artisans and specialty vendors offering fresh produce, handcrafted goods and unique finds in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Blending community charm with signature The Battery Atlanta energy, the market offers more than just shopping. Guests can enjoy a petting zoo, explore the Bark Market with their four-legged companions and catch the Atlanta Braves away games on the Georgia Power Pavilion screen. Whether guests are discovering new flavors, supporting local businesses or enjoying a laid-back Sunday outing, the Farmers Market at The Battery Atlanta delivers something for everyone all season long.

WHAT:                 Farmers Market Series at The Battery Atlanta

                              Presented by Kaiser Permanente

WHEN                  Select Sundays, April 19–Sept. 27

                              1 – 4 p.m.

WHERE                The Battery Atlanta

                              The Plaza Green

                              800 Battery Ave SE

                              Atlanta, GA 30339

MORE INFO        This event is free and open to the public. Complimentary parking is available for the first two                                      hours on non-event days.

EXPERIENCE A SPECIAL LEGO HUMMINGBIRD BUILD EVENT AT THE AVENUE WEST COBB’S BARNES & NOBLE LOCATION

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/22/26

Throughout the event, guests will have the chance to build their own LEGO Hummingbird to take home, making it a perfect activity for young builders and LEGO enthusiasts alike. Spots are limited, so interested attendees are encouraged to call Barnes & Noble at 770-424-0511 to reserve their spot ahead of the event.

WHEN:

Friday, March 27, 2026

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

WHERE:

The Avenue West Cobb  — Barnes & Noble

3625 Dallas Hwy 

Marietta, GA 30064

YEPPA KICKS OFF F1 SEASON AT BOTH LOCATIONS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/3/26

Catch Every Lap of the Season Opener at Yeppa Buckhead and Yeppa BeltLine

Reservations Available for Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11 p.m.

The lights go out on the 2026 Formula 1 season opener on Saturday, March 7 at 11 p.m., and Yeppa is airing every lap at both of its Atlanta locations—sound on, screens up, doors open until the end of the race. With sweeping new regulations, a new World Champion in Lando Norris, and an expanded grid welcoming Cadillac as the sport’s 11th team, the opener marks the start of a new era and Yeppa BeltLine and Yeppa Buckhead are ready. 

At Yeppa BeltLine, the race will be shown with sound up and late-night reservations available. At Yeppa Buckhead, the race will also air with full sound and reservations available via OpenTable, with VIP tables offered by email at buckheadres@yeppaco.com. Buckhead table details include a $100 minimum for up to six guests and $69 P’s Rosé magnums available for the table. Focaccia will be served until midnight at both locations, while the main kitchen closes at regular hours. 

Yeppa Buckhead is located at 306 Buckhead Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30305. Yeppa BeltLine is located at 667 Auburn Ave NE, Suite 120, Atlanta, GA 30312. For more information or to book, visit www.yeppaco.com and follow @yeppacoatl.

BACK FOR AN ENCORE: HORIZON THEATRE PRESENTS I CARRY YOUR HEART WITH ME FROM JANUARY 30 – FEBRUARY 15

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/2/26

Return engagement of acclaimed play starring Atlanta Suzi Award-winner Carolyn Cook

Press Opening on February 6

“It’s both entertaining and engrossing, doing what good theatre is supposed to do – leave you thinking and contemplating your own life as you walk out of the theatre.”

BroadwayWorld

 Horizon Theatre Company continues its 2025-2026 season with an encore performance of I Carry Your Heart With Me by Jennifer Blackmer, starring Carolyn Cook in her 2025 Suzi Award winning performance. The surprise hit of last season, Horizon reprises the play January 30 – February 15 (press opening February 6) and then brings it to Savannah Repertory Theatre in Savannah, Georgia, Feb 26-March 8. Winner of the prestigious 2024 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Citation, the play centers on Esther, a stenographer inside a top-secret Vietnam-era debriefing room, who has a picture-perfect world until she encounters an airman whose story quite literally changes her life. As she captures the stories of noncommissioned officer and POWs freshly back from the front lines, Esther finds herself smack dab in the middle of a troubling investigation. 

With plenty of twists and turns along the way, this taut, suspenseful play delivers a powerful emotional impact. The production’s strong audience response and critical reception have helped propel Jennifer Blackmer’s powerful solo work to new stages across the region.

“This play lingered with audiences in a way that was impossible to ignore,” said Carolyn Cook. “The response to the first run made it clear that Esther’s story was still unfolding for people, and that there was more to be explored. Returning to the role offers a chance to deepen the work and continue the conversation the play began with Atlanta audiences.”

In this solo play, Carolyn Cook (Suzi Award for Best Actor for Horizon’s I Carry Your Heart With Me, Time Stands Still, and Horizon’s solo show The Syringa Tree as well as Best Supporting Actress for Citizens Market) commands the stage as Esther Shannon, looking back on her formative time in her early 20s as a government stenographer for the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Raised in a military family, Esther is now the new girl and best typist on the base, where she meets attractive officer Andy, who wines and dines her. Like her mother and grandmother before her, she seems destined to become a military wife and mother. Longing to make her father proud and to make a bigger difference, she thinks about taking her skills to Vietnam instead. Andy persuades her to stay stateside by pulling strings to get her a top-security clearance job on the base. Tasked with transcribing debriefings of POWs and non-commissioned officers returning from the front lines, she records their fractured memories of the war which seep into her and change her perspective on the world. Then Esther encounters a POW helicopter pilot whose story has a deep impact on her, ultimately causing a clash with her official duties and complicating her life. As she becomes entangled in an investigation, Esther grapples with her future in a suspenseful and emotionally charged journey.

“The play was particularly meaningful to military veterans and their families in this story that honors their sacrifice and service,” said director Lisa Adler. “And this time, we are offering heavily discounted tickets to veterans, active duty and military families as a thank you for their service.”

A blend of fact and fiction, the play is inspired by playwright Jennifer Blackmer’s mother’s real-life experiences as a young stenographer with a similar job on the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base during the Vietnam War. Blackmer’s mother revealed some of her experiences to her daughter before she passed away suddenly in her early 60s, leaving the playwright to put together the pieces and imagine the rest of her story. Jennifer Blackmer’s plays have been produced Off-Broadway and across the country, and she serves as Professor of Theatre and Executive Director of the Virginia B. Ball Center for Creative Inquiry at Ball State University. Blackmer was in residence at Horizon in 2023 as one of the lead mentors in Horizon’s New South Young Playwrights Festival.

Directed by Horizon Theatre’s Co-Artistic Director Lisa Adler, the 2026 production reunites her with one of her favorite collaborators, the talented Carolyn Cook. Adler has directed Cook in many productions over the past three decades, including her acclaimed performance in the solo play The Syringa Tree, which played at Horizon and toured venues in the Southeast, as well as her award-winning performances in Time Stands Still and Skylight. The world of the play is created with an evocative, poetic set by resident designers Isabel and Moriah Curley-Clay, shaped by lights from resident lighting designer Mary Parker and supported by projections from Victoria Nation (Horizon’s Amelie and Madeline’s Christmas) with sound by Whitney Leonard. The productions meticulous pacing and emotional resonance have struck a chord with audiences, with one calling it “a must-see play.”

Performances begin January 30, with a press opening on February 6. Performances are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday at 5 p.m. A special 2 p.m. performance will take place Sunday, February 8 (Super Bowl Sunday), with an additional 2 p.m. Wednesday matinee on February 11. Tickets start at $40* on Wednesdays and Thursdays and $45* for Friday nights, Saturday nights and weekend matinees. Prices rise as performances fill up, so patrons are encouraged to order early for the best prices and availability. Best deals are for subscribers – 25-35% off. Students under 25 can get $15* tickets with valid student ID. Veterans, active duty, and military families can reserve two $20* tickets for any performance by emailing their military ID, their contact info and requested performance date to boxoffice@horizontheatre.com.*Sales Tax and a small fee are added onto all ticket orders. Single ticket seating is general admission, with a reserved seating section for season subscribers. There is limited accessible seating for those needing mobility accommodations, and it must be reserved by phone. For tickets and more information, visit horizontheatre.com or call the Box Office at 404.584.7450.

A NEW YEAR THE AMORE E AMORE WAY: CELEBRATING ALL JANUARY LONG

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/8/26

Big New Year’s Eve Energy All Month Long with Classic Italian Fare, Festive Cocktails, and High-Energy Dining

When the calendar turns, the countdown continues. At Amore e Amore, the start of the new year is treated as an experience, carrying the celebratory spirit of New Year’s Eve straight through the month. As the beloved Inman Park Italian ristorante moves through its 25th anniversary year, the dining room stays buzzing with sparkle, spectacle, and joyful energy all January long.

Beginning January 7th, Amore e Amore invites guests to rethink the usual January reset and step into a space designed for gathering, raising a glass, and starting the year with intention and joy. Instead of dialing things back, the experience leans into connection, conversation, and the simple pleasure of being together around the table. As always, the dining room is fully transformed with Amore e Amore’s signature over-the-top décor, layered with glittering accents and playful, theatrical details throughout the space. The result is a New Year’s Eve–inspired atmosphere that turns an ordinary January evening into something unforgettable from the moment guests walk through the door.

Guests can enjoy the full dinner menu curated by Professor Giovanni alongside a special January prix fixe option available throughout the month. The experience is rounded out by a lively beverage program featuring an expansive wine menu, classic and seasonal cocktails, thoughtfully crafted non-alcoholic options, and celebratory pours designed to suit every kind of toast.

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

KITTY DARE HOSTS WREATH-MAKING CLASS THIS WEEKEND

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/24/25

Sip, Snip, and Sparkle at Kitty Dare’s Holiday Wreath-Making Class

On Sunday, November 30th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Kitty Dare is decking the halls early with its first-ever wreath-making class, complete with all the (jingle) bells and whistles. Guests will be guided by local floral expert Amber Schoepp as they craft a custom 12” grapevine wreath, layering fragrant cedar, princess pine, juniper and fir, and finishing with seasonal touches from berry sprigs and pinecones to ribbon and festive ornaments. A pour of bubbly welcomes each guest, and Kitty Dare’s curated wine selection will be available for purchase for those who prefer trimming and toasting in tandem. Once the final bow is tied, guests who choose to jingle all the way through dinner will receive 10% off their bill, a merry little ending to a cheerful afternoon. Tickets are $95 per person plus tax and gratuity, and can be reserved through Resy or by calling Kitty Dare at (404) 228-1566. Space is limited. For more information on Kitty Dare, visit kittydare.com. Kitty Dare is located at 1029 Edgewood Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook @kittydareatl. 

PIEDMONT HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET RETURNS THIS WEEKEND

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/24/25

Two Days of Sipping, Shopping and Browsing Unique Gifts From More Than 100 Artists

Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30, 2025

Get into the holiday spirit at the third 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 29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 30, 2025, 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 more than 100 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 Instagram at @affps_festivals and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/affps.

SMORGASBURG ATLANTA ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY AT SMORGASBURG & 2025 SEASON WRAP-UP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/23/25

W

Smorgasburg Atlanta will kick off Holiday at Smorgasburg with festive experiences, holiday-inspired retail vendors, and a visit from Santa as the market prepares for the holiday season. 

Smorgasburg Atlanta is a weekly open-air food festival that brings a dynamic mix of flavors to South Downtown every Saturday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Holiday at Smorgasburg will take place on Saturday, December 6, from 11 AM–6 PM, featuring:

  • Guests can snap complimentary photos with Santa from 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
  • Holiday-focused retail vendors offering seasonal goods and gifts
  • A holiday-featured cocktail available exclusively on December 6

The festival will then celebrate its final day of the 2025 season on Saturday, December 20, from 11 AM–6 PM (new hours). This closing day marks the official wrap-up before Smorgasburg Atlanta takes its annual winter break.

Smorgasburg Atlanta will reopen in March 2026 and run through December 2026. An exact reopening date will be announced early next year –keep your eyes on @smorgasburgatlanta Instagram and Tik Tok.

WHERE

140 Forsyth Street SW & Trinity Ave SW                                              Open every Saturday, rain or shine, through December 20, 2025, 11:00 am to 6:00 pm                                            

Everyone is welcome – including furry friends!

ABOUT

Founded in Brooklyn in May 2011, Smorgasburg has grown into a beloved nationwide tradition, drawing tens of thousands of weekly visitors to its flagship locations in Los Angeles, Miami, and New York City. With a mission to support food entrepreneurs and foster community, each location offers an evolving lineup of vendors and experiences that reflect the local culture.

Parking is available in various surrounding paid parking lots with the primary lot across from Smorgasburg Atlanta 140 Forsyth Street SW and only $2 per hour every Saturday. It is an easy 10-minute walk from Mercedes-Benz Stadium and between both Garnett and the Five Points MARTA stations.

A LOVE STORY IN TASTE: NAHM FINE THAI CUISINE CELEBRATES 19 YEARS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/10/25

Nahm Fine Thai Cuisine celebrates 19 years of artistry, culture, and connection — a month of gratitude, reflection, and shared love through food. 

There are places you go to eat, and then there are places that invite you to feel. For nineteen years, Nahm Fine Thai Cuisine has been that kind of place — the heartbeat of Alpharetta’s culinary community, where food is more than flavor and dining becomes an act of connection. 

Founded in 2006 by Chef Nahm Stamm, the restaurant began as a quiet dream — to share the beauty of Thai culture through the universal language of taste. What she created has become one of the region’s most enduring fine-dining destinations, known for its balance of elegance and ease, its devotion to artistry, and its unmistakable sense of soul. 

Nahm’s approach has always been rooted in something deeper than craft. It’s the way she moves through her kitchen with presence, the care woven into each plate, and the hospitality that feels less like service and more like love. Her restaurant has grown into a place of gathering — for date nights that linger late, for birthdays, for moments that deserve to be savored. 

In this month of gratitude, Nahm Fine Thai Cuisine celebrates nineteen years with “A Love Story in Taste,” a weeklong tasting experience from November 11 through November 18. The menu reflects nearly two decades of devotion — a journey of flavor and feeling, each course paired with hand-selected wines that honor the harmony of authentic Thai cuisine. To dine here is to experience the essence of Nahm — graceful, intentional, and quietly radiant. For nineteen years, she has built not just a restaurant, but a sanctuary — a place where people come to celebrate, to pause, and to be reminded that food, at its truest, is an expression of love. 

In a city that continues to evolve, Chef Nahm Stamm remains one of its constants — a woman whose artistry has defined a community’s sense of taste, and whose presence continues to remind guests that the most beautiful experiences are often the most heartfelt. 

PERIMETER’S HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: HIGH STREET ANNOUNCES ICE SKATING RINK AND MORE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/10/25

The newly opened mixed-use destination introduces magical seasonal experiences to Dunwoody and surrounding communities

High Street in Atlanta’s Perimeter is excited to share its full line-up of holiday events, including Dunwoody’s first-ever outdoor ice skating rink, a holiday pop-up bar at Maya Speak Tiki in Agave Bandido, a complimentary Santa experience in High Street’s jewelbox space and various festivities throughout the holiday season. Holiday at High Street will kick off on Sunday, Nov. 23, with the opening of High Street Skate on The Green. 

“This year, we’re making High Street Perimeter’s home for the holidays,” said Amari Holmes, Marketing Manager at High Street. “We’re transforming our newly opened town center into a winter wonderland for the community to gather and celebrate the season. Whether skating on our brand new ice rink, sipping on a holiday-themed cocktail, or snapping photos with Santa in our newly activated jewelbox space, we hope our guests will make unforgettable memories with us this holiday season at High Street.”

High Street’s line-up of holiday events includes the following:

  • From Nov. 23 through Jan. 19, get ready to glide into the holidays at High Street Skate. The brand-new ice rink will take over The Green at the center of the mixed-use community. Tickets will be available online on High Street’s website and in person and include skate rentals. Hours vary by day, and the rink operates weather permitting. Real-time updates will be made through High Street’s social channels. Timed ticketing and safety protocols will be implemented for convenience.  
  • This holiday season, Agave Bandido’s Maya Speak Tiki transforms into The Reindeer Room, a Christmas pop-up bar filled with festive cocktails, twinkling lights and tropical holiday magic. Opening for the first time ever, The Reindeer Room will run from Nov. 19 through Jan. 3. 
  • Santa is coming to High Street! Starting Nov. 28, the community is invited to Snapshots with Santa, a complimentary photo session with Santa in High Street’s jewelbox space behind The Green. Sessions will be held Thursday through Sunday. Appointments are required for photos and will go live on High Street’s website on Nov. 11. Guests may take photos with personal devices and cameras, as there will be no professional photographer on-site. Learn more via highstreetatlanta.com/events/snapshots. 
  • On Thursday, Dec. 11 and Dec. 18 from 7 to 9 p.m., the community is invited to High Street’s Merry & Make, an evening of ornament decorating, festive cocktails, magical selfie moments and more. The event will take place in High Street’s jewelbox space behind The Green. Tickets are $40 per person with proceeds benefiting a local charity. The event is 21+. Learn more via highstreetatlanta.com/events/merrymake.  
  • On Saturday, Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 from noon to 2 p.m., step into the magic of the season and join Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets are $35 per family (up to two adults and three children) and include a 30-minute story time session, photos, crafts, hot cocoa and festive treats. Tickets will go on sale via High Street’s website on Nov. 11. More information can be found at highstreetatlanta.com/events/storytime. 
  • Raise a glass and celebrate the end of an incredible year in true High Street style with High Street’s Sip & Sparkle event. On Saturday, Dec. 27, from 8 to 10 p.m., guests can expect a live DJ, photo wall, light bites, craft cocktails and more. Tickets are $40 per person and include two drink tickets, complimentary bites and one swag item per person. Tickets will go on sale on Nov. 11. Check out more at .highstreetatlanta.com/events/sipsparkle. 

Guests are encouraged to check out High Street’s many retailers and restaurants throughout the holiday season. Retailers currently open at High Street include The Hampton Social, Cuddlefish, Puttshack, Agave Bandido, Nando’s Peri-Peri, Velvet Taco, Ben & Jerry’s, Allen Edmonds, The Now Massage, Sugarcoat and SkinSpirit.

To learn more about High Street and stay updated on upcoming openings and events, visit highstreetatlanta.com and follow @HighStreetAtl on Facebook and Instagram.