Jazz Journeys at Georgia Aquarium
Jazz Journeys on Fridays at the Georgia Aquarium entertain with upbeat tempos and smooth jazz tunes while you take in the sights of some of nature's most alluring sea creatures. Cocktails and light cuisine are available for purchase. Upcoming performers include Joey Sommerville, Tammy Allen and Jeff Sparks. www.georgiaaquarium.org
Atlanta Falcons vs. Indianapolis Colts at Georgia Dome
Watch the Atlanta Falcons take on the Indianapolis Colts in this home game at the Georgia Dome on Aug. 16. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. Don't miss Falcons Landing, a free NFL adventure, with interactive games, autograph sessions, live music, food and drink and much more. Falcons Landing is located on International Plaza between the Georgia Dome and Philips Arena. Activities begin three hours before the start of Falcons home games. www.gadome.com
Feed Your Senses at Rialto Center
Join your downtown friends Aug. 20 for Feed Your Senses, the Lunchtime Performing Arts Series held monthly at the Rialto Center for the Arts. Celebrate Caribbean culture with We Kinda Ting, the Atlanta Carnival Band. The program features a different artist or speaker each month providing a casual and fun insider's look at their craft. www.rialtocenter.org
Wine on Wednesday at City Grill
City Grill is pleased to present a tasting of white wines from South Africa on Aug. 20 to follow the theme for 2008 of Wines from the Southern Hemisphere. For August, join us as our guest speaker, Jim Schultz of United Distributors, enlightens us with his insightful commentary and entertains questions throughout the event. The restaurant will offer a sampling of light hors d’oeuvres to compliment these cheery wines. www.citygrillatlanta.com
New Summer Menu at The Sun Dial
Chef Christian Messier celebrates the season with a new summer menu at The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar and View. The menu features additions to the brunch, lunch and dinner menus that are sure to become new favorites with diners and tastemakers alike. www.sundialrestaurant.com
FLW Fantasy Fishing Tour at COP
FLW Fantasy Fishing is making fantasy sports history at the Park on Aug. 21 when they announce the $1 million grand prize winner who has accumulated the most points over a seven-tournament fantasy fishing season, the highest payout of any fantasy sports game in the world! Fishing fans and fantasy sports players from around the world will want to arrive early to be one of the first 1,000 attendees to receive free Berkley fishing rod and reel combos and FLW Fantasy Fishing T-shirts. www.centennialpark.com
Atlanta Falcons vs. Tennessee Titans at Georgia Dome
Watch the Atlanta Falcons take on the Tennessee Titans in this home game at the Georgia Dome on Aug. 22. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. Don't miss Falcons Landing, a free NFL adventure, with interactive games, autograph sessions, live music, food and drink and much more. Falcons Landing is located on International Plaza between the Georgia Dome and Philips Arena. Activities begin three hours before the start of Falcons home games. www.gadome.com
Express Lunch at Maxim Prime
Planning a leisurely lunch or grabbing a quick bite on the run? Maxim Prime offers diners options with the new Express Lunch, featuring two courses served in 30 minutes or less for $18, available Monday - Friday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The regular a la carte lunch menu is also served. www.maximprime.com
Skirts: Petticoat to Crinoline: A Historical Apparel Experience at Auburn Ave. Research Library
In collaboration with Spelman College, the Auburn Avenue Research Library presents Skirts: Petticoat to Crinoline: A Historical Apparel Experience 1887-1950 on Aug. 22. This unique historical exhibition celebrates the fashions worn by black women at home, at leisure and in their communities. www.afplweb.com
Fourth Saturday Family Fun Day at COP
From noon to 4 p.m. on Aug. 23, enjoy a full afternoon of free interactive, entertaining and educational activities for children of all ages themed around Games and Gadgets. Activities include educational programming, specialty workshops, touring shows, street performers, family-friendly performances, children’s crafts, life-size chess games, appearances by on-air personalities, local sports mascots, contests, prizes and more! www.centennialpark.com
U.S. Army Corky Kell Classic at Georgia Dome
Corky Kell, the former Head Football Coach at Wheeler High School was instrumental in creating the High School Football Classic in 1992. In fact, the Classic actually held the first football game ever played in the Georgia Dome; even before the Falcons or any college game. Each season it matches up eight of the best Class AAAAA teams in the state of Georgia and this year is no exception. Join the excitement on Aug. 23 at the Georgia Dome. www.gadome.com
German Bierfest at Woodruff Park
The 5th Annual German Bierfest at Woodruff Park is the event for people interested in spending a fun day outside while experiencing real German beer, food and music right here in Downtown Atlanta on Aug. 23. The Bierfest offers a chance to explore the best of what the German beer world has to offer. Purchase raffle tickets to win the official Bierfest smart car. www.germanbierfest.com
Rickey Smiley and Fantasia Barrino at Atlanta Civic Center
Rickey Smiley and Fantasia Barrino headline the comedy and R&B festival, Laughter for your Soul, at the Atlanta Civic Center on Aug. 23. The festival, hosted by Wanda Smith of V-103, promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. www.atlantaciviccenter.com
Festival Peachtree Latino at Underground Atlanta
Underground Atlanta welcomes Festival Peachtree Latino on Aug. 24. The festival creates an international setting where over 20 different Latin American nations dance in the streets and share their art, culture and traditions. www.festivalpeachtreelatino.com
Green Market at Studioplex
Studioplex hosts a weekly green market every Saturday from 8 a.m. - noon through the fall. The green market brings an abundance of fresh produce from farmers in Habersham and Rabun counties in North Georgia. Danneman's Coffee provides coffee available for purchase. www.studioplexlofts.com
ESPN and Chick-fil-A College Kickoff Fanzone at COP
The Chick-fil-A Bowl and ESPN have teamed up to create the ultimate college football season kickoff event, and all fans are invited. On Aug. 30, fans can enjoy a day-long celebration with interactive games and entertainment. Beginning at 10 a.m., ESPN's Chris Fowler, Lee Corso, Kirk Herbstreit and Desmond Howard will break down all the big match-ups of the first Saturday of the season and set the stage for the Chick-fil-A College Kickoff game between Alabama and Clemson that night at 8 p.m. in the Georgia Dome. www.centennialpark.com
Clemson Tigers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide at Georgia Dome
Fans anticipating the end of the 234-day drought between the BCS National Championship Game and the start of the 2008 college football season need look no further than the Chick-fil-A College Kickoff on Aug. 30, featuring two top-25 teams, Clemson University and the University of Alabama. www.gadome.com
Steve Penley Exhibit at World of Coca-Cola
The World of Coca-Cola is proud to present an exhibition by famed Georgia portrait artist, Steve Penley in the Pop Culture gallery. This is the first time a collection of Penley's Coca-Cola themed work of this scale will be presented to the public. On display through May 2009, the Penley collection will feature more than 15 pieces, including video footage of the artist at work in his studio, more than 12 paintings and a charcoal Coca-Cola icon bottle line drawing sketched by his 6-year old son. www.worldofcocacola.com
HBCU Marching Band Hall of Fame at Georgia Dome
The HBCU Marching Band Hall of Fame is a rare annual showcase of historic spirit, pageantry, and showmanship from America's Historical Black Colleges and Universities Marching Bands on Sept. 1 at the Georgia Dome. www.gadome.com
SunTrust Lunch on Broad
SunTrust Lunch on Broad keeps bringing the good times to the Fairlie-Poplar District. Grab your friends and co-workers and head over for lunch every Friday through Sept. 26 from noon - 1:30 p.m. (weather permitting). Pull up a seat and enjoy music by local artists performing jazz, reggae, blues and more. Bring your own lunch or grab a bite to eat at one of downtown's delicious eateries. www.atlantadowntown.com
Mei Lan’s Birthday Party at Atlanta Zoo
Mei Lan turns 2 on Sept. 6 at the Atlanta Zoo! It’s Atlanta Beauty’s second birthday, and you’re invited to join Zoo Atlanta in celebrating ATL style from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Guests will enjoy cake while the guest of honor snacks on a special treat created especially for her big day. Mei Lan’s birthday party is free for Zoo Members and children under 3 and free with general admission. www.zooatlanta.org
Atlanta Falcons vs. Detroit Lions at Georgia Dome
Watch the Atlanta Falcons take on the Detroit Lions in this home game at the Georgia Dome on Sept. 7. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. Don't miss Falcons Landing, a free NFL adventure, with interactive games, autograph sessions, live music, food and drink and much more. Falcons Landing is located on International Plaza between the Georgia Dome and Philips Arena. Activities begin three hours before the start of Falcons home games. www.gadome.com
Cocktails in the Garden at Atlanta Botanical Gardens
The Atlanta Botanical Garden's most popular event is now weekly! Every Thursday night, May thru September, cocktails are paired with a featured flower or plant highlighting different and unique locations in the Garden. Guests mix and mingle to the Garden DJ's best beats as one of the city's hottest restaurants provides light tastings. August's theme is Rock Roses & Rubies. www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org
Under the Big Top: You’re the Ringmaster Exhibit at Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
This health-focused exhibit teaches children the important role they can play in keeping their bodies strong and healthy. Under the Big Top: You’re the Ringmaster engages children with circus fun as they get moving and learn about exercise, the food pyramid, healthy snacking and self-image. Children learn how to stretch like an acrobat, make their way through a kid-size obstacle course and practice juggling healthy fruits and vegetables. Watch as your child learns first-hand how to tame lions of laziness, perform feats of strength and wellness and discover the many ways to stay active and eat healthy. www.imagineit-cma.org
Music @ Noon at COP
Music @ Noon is the perfect lunchtime getaway! Get out of the office for a midday break filled with sunny skies and great entertainment every Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. April through October. Bring your friends, coworkers and lunch to enjoy a variety of live music including pop, R&B and jazz, performed by your favorite local artists. Audio production students from the Art Institute of Atlanta manage the stage and operate the sound for hands-on-experience. www.centennialpark.com
Wednesday WindDown at COP
The best way to get through the work week and over hump day is by taking in a free concert! Wednesday WindDown is the longest running free concert series in Atlanta that features live performances by some of the best music acts in town. Enjoy everything from jazz to contemporary music performed live on stage, continuing through the summer every Wednesday evening from 5:30 – 8 p.m. in the Southern Company Amphitheater. www.centennialpark.com
FREE Beltline Tours
Free Public Tours – every Friday and Saturday from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – the BeltLine Partnership hosts free tours of the Beltline. Tours begin and end at the Inman Park/Reynoldstown MARTA Station and travel through the 45 neighborhoods that will be connected by the BeltLine. To reserve a seat on an upcoming tour, email tours@beltlinepartnership.org.
Louvre Atlanta at the High Museum
Louvre Atlanta is an unprecedented partnership between the High Museum of Art and the Musée du Louvre in Paris that will bring hundreds of works of art from the Louvre's collections to Atlanta over the next three years. Built around specific themes and periods, the High exhibits The Louvre and the Ancient World until Sept. 7. www.high.org
Free Wi-Fi Available at COP
Free wireless Internet access is available in and around the Visitor Center and FountainSide Café at Centennial Olympic Park. Visitors wishing to utilize this service need to have a laptop equipped with a wireless network card. Accessing the network is then as simple as connecting to the "PARKWIFI" network and opening an Internet browser, no registration required. Centennial Olympic Park’s Visitor Center is home to the interactive brick locators, public restrooms and friendly volunteers who can answer questions about the Park as well as the city of Atlanta. The Visitor Center is open daily; hours vary on holidays and by season. www.centennialpark.com
