Fun Things to Do in Atlanta for the Week of August 16th to the 22nd
Sunday, August 15th, 2010By Dee Corley.
Benefit for Dave Mega at Smith’s Olde Bar
Monday, the 16th
This is a $10 show that includes artists such as Rockets to Ruin, The Greater Vavoom, James Hall, Ben Deignan and much more. It will be held upstairs in the Music Room at 7 pm. Find out more at www.smithsoldebar.com.
Matto Mondays at Taverna Fiorentina
Monday, the 16th
Matto in Italian means “crazy”, and that is exactly what it is to be able to buy a bottle of wine and get a plate of spaghetti marinara for just one dollar! You can’t beat it for a great authentic Italian dinner close to home. Check it out at www.tavernafiorentina.com.
A Seriously Funny Show…Seriously” at Smith’s Olde Bar
Tuesday, the 17th
Come enjoy the funniest comics in Atlanta and beyond. Show starts at 8 pm. Find out more at www.smithsoldebar.com.
Twin Sister, Memoryhouse and Roman Photos at The Earl
Tuesday, the 17th
Three great bands put on a great show at the Earl for under $10. Show starts at 8:30 pm. Find out more at www.badearl.com
Heart with Edwin McCain Performs at Delta Classic Chastain Park Amphitheatre
Wednesday, the 18th
Heart came onto the scene in the ‘70’s and wowed audiences with what was called the “all girl rock band”. Enjoy their greatest hits and welcome Edwin McCain who joins them with his jazzy-soulsy sound. Doors open at 7 pm for an 8 pm show. Get your tickets and other information at www.classicchastain.com.
Sheryl Crow with Colbie Caillat at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
Thursday, the 19th
Here comes Sheryl Crow with her unforgettable stories. She is a success story all her own in the music world. She’ll be joined by the beautiful sound of Colbie Caillat. Doors open at 7 pm for an 8 pm show. Tickets and more information can be found at www.vzwamp.com/events.
The Best Brothers Band at Smith’s Olde Bar
Thursday, the 19th
Come enjoy the music of Sol Driven Train and Back Row Baptists along with the Best Brothers Band. It will be held upstairs in the Music Room at 7 pm. Find out more at www.smithsoldebar.com.
Brother Henry Performs at Eddie’s Attic
Thursday, the 19th
Introducing their fifth album, “God is Alive”. Brother Henry is normally known for their pop sound, but this album takes on the personality of the work they’ve done writing for churches and spiritual efforts. The show starts at 8 pm. Tickets are available at www.eddiesattic.com.
Trey Songz with Monica at the Fabulous Fox Theatre
Friday, the 20th
Trey Songz brings to the stage of The Fabulous Fox Theatre his “Passion, Pain and Pleasure Tour” starring Monica. This will be a don’t-miss show and it all starts at 8 pm. Ticket info can be found by visiting Error! Hyperlink reference not valid..
Maroon 5, Chris Allen & VV Brown Perform at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
Saturday, the 21st
Maroon 5 brings excitement to the stage with the new release of their album “Hands All Over”. Since their release, the band’s songs have gone gold and platinum around the world. Doors open at 7 pm for an 8 pm show. Check it out at www.vzwamp.com/events.
Scissor Sisters Perform at Buckhead Theatre
Saturday, the 21st
Sammy Jo opens for Scissor Sisters at the beautiful Buckhead Theatre for an all age, 8 pm event. Get tickets and info at www.thebuckheadtheatre.com.
Pat Terry and Adler & Hearne Perform at Eddie’s Attic
Sunday, the 22nd
Singer/songwriter Pat Terry wrote the beautiful spiritual hit “Home Where I Belong”, sung back in the “70’s by B.J. Thomas and more recently Travis Tritts first hit, “Help Me Hold On”. The folk-Jazz and Bluegrass ballads of Adler & Hearne will be part of the 8 pm show as well. Tickets are available at www.eddiesattic.com.
It’s “3 for $5 Night at Smith’s Olde Bar
Sunday, the 22nd
Tonight you’ll enjoy Justin Kalk Orchestra, Numerics and Bearhead for $5 upstairs in the Music Room at 7 pm. Find out more at www.smithsoldebar.com.
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