Fun Things to Do in Atlanta Week of May 17th to May 23rd
Monday, May 17th, 2010By Dee Corley.
Agnostic Front Performs at the Masquerade
Monday, the 17th
Agnostic Front was a fore-runner in hardcore punk and has made an impact all their own for over twenty years. Still with us, they will be at the Masquerade in Atlanta this Monday night. This is a 7 pm. Find out more at www.masq.com.
Alive Expo at the Georgia World Expo Center
Monday, the 17th
Interested in learning about natural products that are good for the environment and your immune system? How about natural and healthy living? The Alive Expo is the place to do it, and it seems that we all could use some pointers on how to take better care of ourselves and our environment. There are events for the kids, too including some pro football players like Ovie Mughelli who will guide them through fitness training of sorts. Monday will be the final day for this event for this year. Find out more at www.gwcc.com.
It’s Beer Week at Max Lager’s Wood-fired Grille and Brewery
Monday, the 17th
Ten bucks gets you an awesome Brewmaster burger and an even more awesome 10 oz beer during Beer week at Max Lager’s, where there are special events going on every night all week long. You got it, Max Lager’s brews their own specialty beers, but for this week they’re teaming up with Savannah Distributors for double the fun. You’ll find Max’s right on Peachtree Street. Get on over to www.maxlagers.com and check out plans for the entire week.
Atlanta Braves vs. New York Jets at Turner Field
Monday, the 17th
This week Atlanta Braves home games continue into Thursday as the Braves host the Mets this Monday. This is a 7pm game and you can get more info at www.atlanta.braves.mlb.com.
Another Night with the Mets at Turner Field
Tuesday, the 18th
Same time, same place, Atlanta Braves host the Mets again Tuesday night at 7 pm. Everything you need to know is at www.atlanta.braves.mlb.com.
Music @ Noon at Centennial Olympic Park
Tuesday, the 18th
Did you know that you can take your lunch to Centennial Olympic Park on Tuesday and Thursday enjoy great music? From noon to 1 pm local artists entertain you and your friends while you enjoy lunch in the Southern Comfort Amphitheatre. Every day a different band or artist is booked, and Tuesday is TBA day. Go to www.centennialpark.com to see a schedule.
Woodruff Park on Peachtree Street Hosts Bikefest
Tuesday, the 18th
Here’s an opportunity to learn how to fix your bike, how to ride it safely, how to choose one when in the market to buy, and the place to ride it, all in the same place! The third annual Bikefest brings bikers and spectators together in the beautiful Georgia Summertime from 11 am til 2 pm. There are plenty of great places to eat at Woodruff Park, too. This is a free event and everything you need is at www.atlantadowntown.com.
Atlanta Braves Take on Cincinnati Reds at Turner Field
Wednesday, the 19th
Again, here’s another opportunity to enjoy a home game. The Braves welcome the Reds to town tonight. This is a 7pm game and you can get more info at www.atlanta.braves.mlb.com.
Wednesday WindDown at Centennial Olympic Park
Wednesday, the 19th
It’s the middle of the week and boy could you use a night out to relax and enjoy some great music, right? Newcomers to Atlanta may not know that Centennial Park has the longest running FREE concert legacy of all of Atlanta! From 5:30 to 8pm you can kick off your shoes and take a seat, get up and dance or go explore the venders and have a snack. Anyway you go you can’t beat the great jazz and contemporary music or the price! And, you’ll get a list of the sponsors and how to reach them if you’re looking for goods or services. To see who upcoming artists are go to www.centennialpark.com.
Cincinnati Reds Join the Braves Again at Turner Field
Thursday, the 20th
The Reds are back for one more night on Thursday. Get out there and root for your Braves at 7pm. Go to www.atlanta.braves.mlb.com.
Fado’s Pub Hosts Local DJ’s for Your Weekend Nights
Friday, the 21th
Dance to your favorites beginning at 10pm Friday and Saturday night with the hottest local DJ’s. Don’t forget about the great food and beer! Get directions and more at www.fadoirishpub.com/atlanta.
Smokey’s Farmland Band at Smith’s Olde Bar
Saturday, the 22nd
Smokey’s Farmland Band plays a great mixture of music including reggae, funk, jazz and more. The band’s name came from where they started out playing…on Smokey’s farmland. They like to play at festivals and local shows, and this week they’ll be at Smith’s Olde Bar for an 8 pm show. Go check it out at www.smithsoldebar.com.
Ninth Annual Atlanta Downtown Festival
Saturday, the 22nd
This year the Festival is co-sponsored by Social Resto Café and will be based on a Mediterranean theme. Be sure to get tickets for the Roof-top Tour and for the Scavenger hunt, in which you’ll experience historical sites and public artworks in the downtown area. Dance to Jazz, Hip-Hop, Funk, Alternative and more from noon to midnight. Get all the info you need at www.atlantadna.org.
Fifth Annual Smyrna Wine Stroll
Saturday, the 22nd
Come out for a terrific wine tasting event and enjoy over eighty wines from around the world and sample local restaurant fair as well. Tickets are $35 and all proceeds will go to the Lupus foundation of America, so bring your friends and support a worthy cause and have fun! More information and directions to Market Village Shopping Center are at http://winecellarsonline.com.
First Annual Atlanta Streets Alive
Sunday, the 23th
Atlanta has scheduled a shut-down of the cities’ streets to all vehicle traffic just for Sunday and will open it up to a huge block party/bike tour/local vendors and pretty much whatever! From Edgewood to Peachtree, Auburn to Piedmont, Glen Iris to Randolph it’s five miles of fun and a day to get out and mingle in the afternoon and evening air from 1pm to 6pm. General entry is free, and you know there will be food! This is the first ever event, so let’s make it a success and bring it back again next year. Go to www.atlantastreetsalive.com for details and go have some weekend fun!
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