October 11, 2008
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Be transported across the Atlantic at the 14th Annual Scandinavian Festival at Oglethorpe University. The family can enjoy live music, traditional folk dancing, storytelling and games and activities for children. Enjoy traditional treats like Swedish meatballs and Finnish pancakes. General admission is $5. 4484 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319.
View unique cars and trucks from all eras or get in on the action and bid yourself at Atlanta Motor Speedway’s Classic Auto Auction & Car Corral. Classics, customs, restorations and show room vehicles from all over the southeast will be up for grabs. 1500 N Highway 41, Hampton, GA 30228.
October 12, 2008
Get ready to stuff yourself silly at Taste of Atlanta , the city’s premier culinary event. Dine on delicious bites from over 70 high-end restaurants, partake in the wine experience at TWELVE Hotel, learn from the best with celebrity chef demonstrations and enjoy live music at Atlantic Station. 361 17th St NW Atlanta, GA 30363.
The Candler Park Fall Festival features hundreds of vendors, delicious fair foods, local musicians and children’s activities. There is also a Tour of Homes, giving you a glimpse in to some beautiful historic homes. The festival is also open on Saturday, October 11. Candler Park, McClendon Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30316.
October 13, 2008
Check out Art Mondays at Apache Café for a unique visual art experience including talks from local artists. The featured October show is “Captured… camera phone photography show.” The evening includes a DJ and open turntables, figure drawing sessions and dinner. Admission is $4. 64 3rd Street N.W., Atlanta, GA 30308.
October 14, 2008
It’s good, Southern fun when the Dixie Divas come to town. These book-writing belles serve up helpings of down-home humor and warmth. Enjoy a book signing and a fun-filled presentation of advice and anecdotes from the Dixie Divas - Julie Cannon, JL Miles, Patricia Sprinkle and Karin Gillespie with special guest Haywood Smith. Margaret Mitchell House & Museum, 990 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309.
October 15, 2008
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Food Network fans in need of quick meal solutions can head down and meet Sandra Lee, star of Semi-Homemade. Lee will discuss her latest cookbooks and also help audience members with cooking challenges. Tickets to the event include choice of one book. Put on your best apron and head to the Margaret Mitchell House. 990 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309.
October 16, 2008
The Georgia Quilt Show showcases top quiltmakers from around the country. Featuring techniques from hand quilting to invisible appliqué, the Quilt Show offers classes and workshops from leading quilt educators, so attendees are sure to pick up some creative tips. Arena at the Gwinnett Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097.
October 17, 2008
Enjoy a unique concert as Abigail Washburn leads an all-star collaboration with 7-time Grammy winner Bela Fleck on banjo, Ben Sollee on cello, and Grammy-nominated Casey Driessen on fiddle. The show is a blend of cultures, using everything from Appalachian fiddle to Chinese folk music to produce surprising and innovative tunes. Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Drive, Atlanta, GA 30332.
October 18, 2008
The Little Five Points Halloween Festival features an amazing parade of creative costumes along with live music, costume contests and a children’s area. One of Atlanta’s largest Halloween celebrations, the event takes place throughout the eclectic Little 5 Points neighborhood. Halloween Parade at 4:00 PM. Near Euclid Ave. at Highland Ave.
Bring your friends down to Decatur Square for the Great Decatur Beer Tasting Festival! The festival will feature hundreds of local and international beers and the $30 admission includes a souvenir tasting glass to test them all! Get there early, the festival is limited to 5,000 people. No one under 21 is allowed inside the festival area. 101 East Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030.
October 19, 2008
The Stone Mountain Highland Games bring Scottish culture to Atlanta. With Highland athletic events, dancing, Piping and Drumming, Scottish harping, there is something for everyone to enjoy. There will be educational tents as well as the many colorful Scottish shops. The festival is also open on October 18. Stone Mountain Park, Highway 78 East, Stone Mountain, GA 30086.
October 20, 2008
Solve the crime at the Mystery Murder Dinner Show at Rhodes Hall, “The Castle on Peachtree.” Enjoy a lavish three-course meal and wine as RedruM Mystery Theater weaves a tale of murder and intrigue. The curtain goes up Mondays and Wednesdays throughout October and November. Rhodes Hall, 1516 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309.
