| USAEntertainment Weekly Atlanta Events Text Newsletter | | | USAEntertainment Events Scroll Down for other Atlanta EventsListed Below! Cinco De Maya Party - Wed., May 5th- 6pm- ???? - Rio Grande Cantina - Buckhead - 3227 Roswell Rd. -404.237.3227 - Hostedby USA Entertainment& Armada Magazine Vinings Pub Crawl - Sat., May 15th ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., May 20th -6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com GeorgiaForce vs. Austin Wranglers- Sunday, May 23rd - 3pm - GwinnettArena 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, View Map. Wehavepurchased a limited amount of tickets for this game. More info& tickets: www.usaentertainment.net/force ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., June 17th-6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com Virginia Highlands Pub Crawl -Sat., June 26th Baseball, Bratwurst & Tailgating -Atlanta Braves vs Montreal Expos Saturday,July 17th - 7:05pm ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., July 22nd-6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., August26th -6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com Baseball, Bratwurst & Tailgating -Atlanta Braves vs Montreal Expos Saturday,September 11th - 7:05pm Universityof Georgia Tailgate & Roadtrip - Sat., Sept. 18th Roundtriptransportation, beverages & lunch included. UGA vs. Marshall ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., Sept 23rd-6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com Virginia Highlands Pub Crawl - Sat.,Sept 25th Helen Oktoberfest Trip - Sat.,Oct 9th ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., Oct 21st -6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com West VillageSpring Pub & Bar Tour - Sat., Oct. 23rd - 4-10pm 5 Paces Inn Saloon., Rio Grande, Churchill's Pub, Red Door Tavern &PoolHall More details coming soon! Post Party @ Andres Upstairs. More Info: www.usaentertainment.net/pubcrawls Halloween Party - Sat., Oct 30th Mid-Week Social - Wed., Nov 10th ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., Nov 18th -6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com ViningsPub Crawl -Sat., Nov. 20th ThursdayNight HookupCharity Social - Thurs., Dec. 16th-6pm-10pm www.thursdaynighthookup.com 6th Annual USA Entertainment New Year's EveParty - Fri., Dec. 31st | OtherAtlanta Event "MASTER HAROLD" ...and the boys -Thurs., April 22- Sun., May 16 - 7 Stages Theatre - 1105 Euclid Ave. - Little FivePoints - 404.523.7647 - Written by Athol Fugard & Directed byDel Hamilton. Performances Wed - Sat 8pm, Sun 5pm, Sat 2pm: 5/8& 5/15, Wed 10am: 4/28 & 5/5 - All the Hits Q100 Singles NightFriday April 30th: drinks from Hpnotiq, music from All the Hits Q100,and food from A Southern Tradition at 7pm, show at 8pm. In 1950,in a Port Elizabeth, South Africa tea room, one rainy afternoon pushes17-year-old Hally to put his childhood behind him. But that choice mayonly come at the expense of his relationship with the one man who hasbeen a surrogate father to him: his family's black servant, Sam.Together, in an afternoon that will change their relationship forever,Sam and Hally teach each other lessons about the world storming aroundthem (and a few about ballroom dancing). A touching and compellingcoming of age story, "MASTER HAROLD" ...and the boys is a masterpieceof 20th century theatre. Tickets $20 Wed - Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm, Sun5pm, $25 Sat 8pm - $5 off for students, seniors, and educators - $10previews 4/22 & 4/23 -$50 opening night 4/24 - www.7stages.org CAMPCSA presents "Color War" - Camp Barney, Cleveland GA - Fri.-Sun., April23-25, 2004 - Sign-ups are open for "Color War". Registration feeswill go up. Until January 9 (Awards Party), sign-up for the specialdiscounted price of $15. After that, the price goes up. Activity fee is$100 and due by March 23. For details and an application, go to www.csasportsleagues.com Bravo! Young Patrons of the A.S.O - Bravo!Night at the ASO Decorators' Show House - Sunday, April 25,2004 - Bravo! will staff the ASODecorator's Show House for the annual ASYO Ball. Inman Park Festival - Sun., April25th - Live music from Zydeco T & Hair of the Dog - During the lastweekend in April each year, Inman Park proudly presents a neighborhoodfestival widely regarded as Atlanta’s most spirited and eclectic.Highlights include: Atlanta’s biggest Street Market, offeringeverything from antique furniture to handcrafted wares. A juriedArts and Crafts Show featuring some ofthe Southeast’s finest artists. The city’s quirkiest and mostcolorful Parade, ledby the Inman Park Butterfly followed by floats, bands, art cars,politicians, drill teams, Kelly’s Seed and Feed Marching AbominableBand, clowns, jugglers, and many more. The parade ends with theappearance of the Inman Park Trash Monarch, perched atop the throne-astreet sweeper. The Festival centerpiece, the Tour of Homes,featuring turn-of-the-century Victorian Painted Ladies and Craftsmanbungalows as well as original contemporary designs and loftconversions. Live entertainment, including rock-n-roll, blues,swing, jazz, folk, Western, and beyond. A Dance Festival thatshowcases some of Atlanta’sbest ballet and modern dance companies. Children’sActivities-with pony rides, a moonwalk, face painting, batting cages, a rock climbing wall, andmore. A wide variety of food and beverages on salethroughout the Festival. More information about the Inman ParkSpring Festival and Tour ofHomes, please visit this page after the first of the year, or call ourFestival Hotline at (770) 242-4895. Artists and vendors please notethat applications and other information will not be available untilearly 2004. www.inmanpark.org ATLANTA’S UPSCALE SINGLESAT THE TASTE OF MARIETTA EVENING PERFORMANCE (Marietta Square),Sunday, April 25th, $37. For single professionals40-65. Must be reserved and paid in advance withAtlanta’s Upscale Singles. For details,go to www.AtlantasUpscaleSingles.comor call 770/205-1288. VINES AWAKENING AT WOLF MOUNTAINVINEYARDS & WINERY - Sun., April 25th - WolfMountain Vineyards & Winery in Dahlonega, GA, will host a springAwakeningof the Vines Celebration and Bluegrass Brunch. Locatedfive miles north of Dahlonega’s historic town square, Wolf MountainVineyards& Winery overlooks the spectacular Appalachian Mountain foothills.The KarlBoegner family invites visitors to experience their hospitality and theextraordinary view from their 25-acre wine-growing estate. Visitorswill enjoy live bluegrass music and a bountiful buffet amidst thepastoralhillside vineyards from noon to 3 p.m. Also, guests will have theopportunityto sample some of the estate’s handcrafted wines selected to complementthebuffet. The $30-a-person cost includes the musical entertainment,vineyardbuffet, tax, wine tasting and educational winemakers tour. Advancereservationsare required and may be made by calling 706-867-9862. Winerytours and wine tastings are regularly offered from noon to 5 p.m.Fridays,Saturdays and Sundays from April through November or by appointment.Admissionto the wine tastings is $5 per person and includes a souvenir winetastingglass. A Winemakers Educational Tour and Tasting in the Cask Room isavailablefor $10 a person. The vineyard buffet is served from noon to 3 p.m. onSundays,except on Easter, Mother’s Day and the Fourth of July. With theexception offeatured monthly events, the cost is $25 and includes the vineyardbuffet, tax,wine tasting and educational winemakers tour. For reservations call706-867-9862. Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery alsohostsspecial events, conference retreats, private parties, wild game andgourmetdinners and vineyard weddings and receptions. It is located at 180 WolfMountain Trail. Travel north of Dahlonega on Route 19/60, then turnleft onRidley Road and go a half-mile to reach the winery. MetalSome Monday - Mon., April26th - 10pm - Ten High - 816N Highland Ave NE - The only LIVE BAND Karaoke. Motley Crue,Ratt, Bon Jovi, Iron Maiden etc...we play it, you singit! 96 Rock's English Nick is host. www.tenhighclub.com ATLANTA AIWF, FRIENDS OF THE VINE HOSTINGZINFANDEL FESTIVAL - Monday, April 26th - 7-9:30pm - RivermontCountryClub - 3130 RivermontPkwy - Alpharetta, GA - 770-993-2124. TheAtlanta Chapter of the American Insitute of Food & Wine (AIWF) isjoiningwith Friends of the Vine (FOV) in hosting the second annual FOVZinfandelFestival. Thefestival will feature an outstanding collection of more than 100 bigred“zins,” some of which are new to the Atlanta market and others that arenot yetavailable here. There will also be a silentauction and food provided byBrio, Merlot, Napa Valley Market and Trattoria, Asiago, D'Vine,Café Tu TuTango, Dominick’s, Famous Dave’s, the Black Culinary Alliance, theRivermontCountry Club, Whole Foods, Fresh Market, and Panera Bread. Proceedsfrom the tasting will benefit the AIWF Atlanta Chapter’s educationalprogramsand the Atlanta Community Food Bank. The club is easily accessible from Georgia Hwy. 400 andHolcombe Bridge Road. Admissionis $30 members of AIWF and FOV and $40 for non-members. Valet parkingisincluded. Reservations can be made by calling Ashley Widener at678-646-0369(with VISA or MasterCard) or 404-892-FOOD or e-mail her atashley@widener-associates.com.Call Richard Czerwinski at 770-977-1893 foradditional information. Simple AbundanceCooking Classes - Monday, April 26th- CooksWarehouse-Brookhaven - "Comfort Foods ToFill Your Belly!" ($45, 7-9pm; Demonstration & Tasting) If you haven'tvisited the newest and tastiest addition to the Virginia Highlandscommunity, you've been missing out! For an experiencelike no other and great comfort foods that will tantalize your tastebuds, it's Chef Brandon and his staff at Belly to the rescue... Tonight's menu will include Melly's secret recipe Sweet Potato Salad;Poached Salmon Salad; a great Artisan Cheese Course, and for Dessert-Specialty Cupcakes, yummy like nothing you've ever tastedbefore... "Everything made from scratch... Everythingdelicious!" *Evening includes wine tastings/pairings- sponsoredby Sherlock's Wine Merchant and a chance to win tasty door prizesprovided by Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Dogwood Brewing Co. and SweetGrass Dairy- Artisan Cheeses. Location: CooksWarehouse- Brookhaven: 4062 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta, GA 30319- *100%of class proceeds benefit Atlanta's Table, a project of the AtlantaCommunity Food Bank. To sign up forclasses please call (404) 892-3333, ext. 275 or email- simpleabundance@acfb.org "Hungry to help?"Check out www.acfb.org 8 at 8 DINNER AT OLIVES WATERSIDE(Members Only) - Monday, April 26, 2004 - Eight at Eight invites you totry a newcomer to the Atlanta area. For those of you who missed ourlast dinner here we had rave reviews and are heading back toOlives. Olives Waterside has an attractive setting, perched onthe edge of a man-made pond with a small fountain. Olives Watersideoffers a large list of specialty martinis – you won't believe theselection! Come try their eclectic American cuisine served in anelegant, upscale, casual supper-club atmosphere. www.oliveswaterside.com -Register by Wednesday, April 21st, 7:00 pm. We will notify you byThursday, April 22nd - www.8at8.com JUNIOR LEAGUE OF ATLANTA MEMBERSHIPOPPORTUNITY! - Mon., Apr. 26th - 7pm - The Junior Leagueof Atlanta HQ - 3154 Northside Parkway - The Junior League of Atlanta,Inc., the legendary volunteer organization, is pleased to announce thatit will begin accepting prospective member applications in March. Interested women over the age of 22 may contact the Junior League ofAtlanta by phone at 404-261-7799 or visit www.jlatlanta.org. Any womaninterested in volunteering is urged to attend. The JuniorLeague of Atlanta's current membership includes women of all races,religions, and national origins who demonstrate an interest in andcommitment to voluntarism. The Junior League of Atlanta isan organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developingthe potential of women, and to improving the community through theeffective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Itspurpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Java - Monday, April 26th, 2004 -Luxe Restaurant - 6:30pm - $20 advance; $25 door- Two of the world's most popular beverages share incrediblesimilarities, while respecting demonstrable differences. If you aredesirous of more knowledge around these two subjects, join us for anevening of tasting & talking. Michael Bryan of Connect With Wine will feature Fritz Wines for acompare & contrast discussion VERSUS our equatorial, high altitudefriend coffee, deftly lead by Todd Reddeman of Mocha My Day Mobile Espresso.Todd will give us the opportunity to taste several high-end estatecoffees from around the world, and give pointers on how to make goodcoffee buying decisions. Fun, very educational, and quitetasty. Questions? Call 404-784-7696 or email michael@connectwithwine.com Need directionsto Luxe Restaurant? www.connectwithwine.com A RETRO LOUNGE WITH RETRO PRICES -Tuesday, April 27th - 6:30-9:30 p.m - $5 Martinis and live jazz,performed by special guest Joe Gransden. Horizon Restaurant,located in the heart of Virginia-Highland at 1397 N. Highland Av. -Atlanta, GA. Horizon announces $5 Martini Night and Live Jazz -Located in the heart of Virginia-Highland, Horizon boasts one of thearea’s best menus, expertly combining just the right proportion oftraditional and inventive cooking. If the allure of their superbmenu isn’t enough, Horizon invites you to sip on $5 martinis and listento a performance by jazz musician Joe Gransden every Tuesday from 6:30p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Gransden spent his early years on the New Yorkmusic scene developing his personal style, one that is often comparedto Frank Sinatra and Chet Baker. Since moving to Atlanta, he hasbuilt a considerable fan base performing at venues in the city andaround the southeast. Horizon and Gransden have teamed up tobring you a great evening of jazz and $5 martinis. Don’t miss outon this much-needed midweek escape. Horizon radiates a sensualglow and combines the burgeoning Atlanta lifestyle with luxuriouslytrend-setting food and wine. Executive Chef David Gross’ firstincantation of Horizon’s menu has received critical acclaim for its NewAmerican style blended with Mediterranean influences. Dinner isserved nightly until 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until 11:00p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Horizon offers brunch on Sunday from11:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. and dinner from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. www.horizonrestaurant.com Atlanta Jaycees Monthly Meeting -Tuesday, April 27th - Park Tavern - We'll be having our monthly meetingin the Piedmont Room at the Park Tavern. Socializing is 6:30-7pmand the meeting is 7-8pm. Our guest speaker will be Bonnie Ross Parker,author of "Walk In My Boots - The Joy Of Connecting," who will discusshow to create personally and professionally enriching relationships.Admission is free and non-members are welcome! There will be a 15minute Informational Session held at the end of the meeting. www.atlantajaycees.org Learn how to Better Answer "What do you do?"- TUESDAY, April 27 6:30-8:30pm- J. Christopher’s (MtVernon/Chamblee-Dunwoody Rd)- The Layoff Lounge is a networking organization focused onproviding resources and leads for Mid-to-Senior LevelProfessionals. Join other professionals when Wendy Kinney,professional speaker, trainer, and head of PowerCore, gives you the keyto success! Learn how to answer the question "What do you do?" inone golden, spell-binding profitable minute! Attendees may register on-line and prepay--it's $10 before midnight< the night before theevent, or $15 cash at the door. www.layofflounge.com - The agenda is as follows: 6:00pm Creative Career Solutions will review resumes at no charge (before theevent begins), 6:30pm Gather for The Layoff Lounge at J. Christopher’s in Dunwoody (5482Chamblee-Dun. Rd. 770-395-1642), 7:00pm Keynote speaker, Wendy Kinney, PowerCore (www.successprints.com), 7:30pm Door Prizes, 7:45pm Karma Club(structured networking) Please feel free toforward thisemail onto other Job Seekers, Recruiters, HR Depts, Hiring Managers,folks in transition, and to those Currently Employed. Rememberto bring your Personal Business Cards and Resumes, Job Leads, and aPositive Attitude! We have aYahoo!Groupavailable enabling you to communicate with others to trade contact information,job leads, and networking events. Please remember to replydirectly to the individual, rather than the entire group. Goto: www.yahoogroups.com andsearch: thelayofflounge Lecture: The Glories of Ancient Egypt - Tues., April 27 - 7 p.m. -High Museum - Rich Auditorium - Universal in its appeal, ancient Egyptand its art continue to inspire us today, just as they have fascinatedtravelers from all over the globe for millennia. Dr. Rita Freed,Curator of Ancient Egyptian, Nubian, and Near Eastern Art at the Museumof Fine Arts, Boston, will provide a framework for understandingancient Egyptian treasures. www.high.org Yes - Wed., April 28th - Philips Arena Hurry Date @ Santino's Di Roma -Wednesday, April 28th - Women ages 30-40; Men ages 35-45 - www.hurrydate.com Funfor the Ladies at Imperial Fez - Wed., Apr. 28th -Imperial Fez - 2285 Peachtree Rd. - Special performances by famousMiddle-Eastern dancers and a chef’s tasting menu. 6 p.m. – 11:30p.m. / $35. The Imperial Fez offers a unique Moroccan diningexperience. Belly dancing and live music nightly. Open fordinner daily from 6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. For reservations call404-351-0870 or www.imperialfez.com. Inman Park Patio Hosts Fundraiser Benefitfor Out Of Hand Theater - Wed., April 28th - 6:30-9:30pm - InmanPark Patio, 1029 Edgewood Avenue, NW Atlanta 404.659.5757 - The HELP!fundraiser event will be held at the Inman Park Patio on April 28 tobenefit the Out of Hand Theater Company. The Patio will offer $2Sweetwaters, $5 martinis, $5 glasses of red or white Spanish blendwines and a complementary build your own bruschetta bar. $10cover -- all proceeds to go to the theater company. View a sneakpreview of HELP! and hang out with the artists! Silent auctionheld throughout the evening. www.inmanparkpatio.com R.S.V.P.: 404.659.5757 or patior@bellsouth.net - ABOUT THESHOW: HELP! is Out Of Hand’s latest creation, a new workcurrently in development, which will be produced between June 4 andJune 26, 2004, at the Top Shelf at Dad’s Garage Theater. HELP! ischemical peel for the soul, shock therapy for the heart and an enemafor the mind. Modeled after Self Help Gurus like Tony Robbins anddrawing from the canon of “How To” and “Why Your Life Sucks”literature, HELP! will use the very theatrical world of self-helpaudience manipulation to create a fun, comic and disturbing mockseminar. HELP! features Ariel de Man, Adam Fristoe, MaiaKnispel and Justin Welborn. ABOUT OUT OF HAND THEATER: OutOf Hand Theater is a non-profit company founded in 2000 whose missionis to create theater as an EVENT. We produce three shows a year with anemphasis on developing new work, plus one guerrilla theater piece whichwe perform at outdoor festivals and special events. Out Of Hand Theateris committed to developing new audiences by creating substantive workthat engages and appeals to our city’s youth, as well as to thetheater-going community at large. In our first year, Out Of Handwas named Atlanta’s “best new company” by the AJC, and our first show,Les Parents Terribles, was named one of the Best of 2001. Our latestshow, Big Love, was named one of the Top 10 of 2003 by Creative Loafingand in the Best of Atlanta 2003 edition; Out Of Hand received theCritic’s Pick for “Best Theatrical Mad Scientists.” We’ve been called“the future of Atlanta theater,” “outrageous, cutting edge” and “hip,provocative and sexy.” For more information, go to www.outofhandtheater.com. Spice, Hangar One and You Can Make aDifference Open the Patio - Wed., Apr. 28th - Spice - 793Juniper Street - Midtown - 404-875-4242. Enjoy specialty HangarOne Vodka cocktails, complementary beer and wine, food action stationsfeaturing heavy hors d’oeuvres from the spring menu, and giveaways—with a portion of the proceeds to benefit “You Can Make ADifference.” $25 per person, all inclusive. The event isfrom 6:30 p.m. until closing, reservations not required butappreciated. You Can Make a Difference is a non-profitorganization comprised of the nation's leading beauty professionalsjoining in the fight for prevention, early detection and the cure formelanoma skin cancer. For more information on the organizationvisit www.melanomacure.org. www.spicerestaurant.com Wednesday Night Drinking Club -Wed., Apr. 28th - Cosmopolitan & Lava - www.wednesdaynightdrinkingclub.com Single Mingle Mixer & Round TableDiscussion at Fee - Thursday, April 29, 6:30 PM - www.singlemingle.org Wine Hatters Class - Classical Wines ofEurope - Hosted by: Square Hat Supper & Social Club -Thursday, April 29, 2004 - 6:30PM - 8:30PM @ The W Hotel - PleaseRSVP BRAVO! SOCIAL AT SAMBUCA -Thursday,April 29, 2004 – 6:30pm to 9:30pm -Unwind after a long day at work withjazz and cocktails. Sambuca offers a freshvenue for meeting up with friends and making new ones. Join us atthe bar and the first 100 attendees will receive a FREE glass ofwine. Admission is FREE for current Bravo! Members - $5 donation forNon-Members. All proceeds benefit the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra,so bring a friend! We are hoping to raise enough money to present theASYO with a much-needed English horn for their program. For moreinformation and to RSVP, log onto www.evite.com/pub/bravoaso/sambuca. Bravo! wasformed to cultivate a vital, new generation of young professionalpatrons of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Membership benefits includeconcerts and other events that provide an excellent, year-roundopportunity for Bravo! members to meet, socialize, and network whilegaining a deeper appreciation for the ASO. For more informationon Bravo!, log onto www.BravoASO.org. Music Midtown - Fri. - Sun., April30th - May 2nd - www.musicmidtown.com ATLANTA’S UPSCALE SINGLES’WEEKEND GETAWAY AT SOUTHERN CROSS RANCH(Madison,Georgia), Friday-Sunday, April 30th-May 2nd, Prices vary. For singleprofessionals 40-65. Must be reserved and paid in advance withAtlanta’s UpscaleSingles. For details, go to www.AtlantasUpscaleSingles.comor call 770/205-1288. “MEAN GIRLS” - Opens Fri., April 30th - Paramount PicturesPresents A Lorne MichaelsProduction - ExecutiveProducers Jill Messick Jack Sullivan - Produced by LorneMichaels- Based on the Book“Queen Bees and Wannabes” by Rosalind Wiseman - Screenplay by TinaFey - Directed by Mark Waters- Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Tim Meadows, AmyPoehler, Ana Gasteyer and Tina Fey. Synopsis: Raisedin African bush country by her zoologist parents, Cady Heronthinks she knows about “survival of the fittest.” But the law of thejungle takeson a whole new meaning when the 15-year-old enters high school andfalls forthe ex-boyfriend of the school’s most popular girl. Notes: Emmy winner TinaFey has been a staff writer on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” since 1997,and sheis the first female head writer in the show’s 29-year history. Bestknown forco-anchoring “Weekend Update,” Fey isin her fifth “SNL” season as an on-air performer. “Mean Girls” marksherfeature film screenwriting debut. www.meangirlsmovie.com Bedhead- Fri., April 30th - Tin Roof Cantina -554-B Piedmont Ave, Atlanta, GA 30308 - 404.876.8882 - Atlanta favoritecover band playing a whole lot of 80's& 90's anda little bit of everything else! www.bedheadmusic.com www.tinroofcantina.com UnZipt- Sat., May 1st - Tin Roof Cantina -554-B Piedmont Ave, Atlanta, GA 30308 - 404.876.8882 - www.unzipt.com www.tinroofcantina.com 22ndAnnual Derby Day - Foxhall Farm -Saturday May 1, 2-9pm - Atlanta's Largest Kentucky Derby Celebrationbenefiting Shepherd Center. Considered a highlight of Atlanta's springsocial calendar, Derby Day attracts more than 4,000 active members ofthe Atlanta community, as well as more than 500 sponsors. The annualevent is held at Foxhall Farm, a 1,200-acre horse farm bordering theChattahoochee River in Douglas County. Come out and enjoy anafternoon of fun, sun, and beverages, watch the Kentucky Derby onbig-screen TVs, enjoy barbecue from Williamson Brothers Bar-B-Q, andbid on travel packages and other items in live and silentauctions. Afterwards, the Deep Shag- a terrific 80's band - willplay into the evening. Sponsored by Shepherd Center's JuniorCommittee, Derby Day raises funds to support therapeutic recreationactivities for patients with catastrophic injuries and neurologicaldiseases, as well as programs for people with disabilities in thecommunity. Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door. Thisprice includes: entry to the event, food, alcoholic and non-alcoholicbeverages, two live bands, and bus transportation from Buckhead to andfrom the event. Junior Committee members have tickets availableto sell, or purchase them online.Visit www.derbyday.com - Email SteveScott for tix: Steve.Scott@turner.comor call 404.210.7435 Salon of Sensations - Saturday, May1st - 7pm - The B-Complex - 1272 Murphy Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 -404-753-1853 - THE B-COMPLEX PRESENTS THE INTERACTIVE, MULTI-SENSORY"SALON OF SENSATIONS" The B-Complex, a live-work communityof artists in downtown Atlanta, is presenting an interactive,multi-sensory art show "Salon Of Sensations". Over 45 artistsrepresenting a variety of mediums will be exhibiting theirinterpretation of one, or a combination, of the five senses: see, hear,smell, touch and taste. Visual art will include sculpture,hand-blown glass, painting, mixed media, video, sound and tactileinstallations. Live music, fire spinning and sensual food and drinkswill be available, so come for the art and stay for the party. costs: $5 admission - Contact: 404-753-1853 - www.thebcomplex.com MetalSome Monday - Mon., May3rd - 10pm - Ten High - 816N Highland Ave NE - The only LIVE BAND Karaoke. Motley Crue,Ratt, Bon Jovi, Iron Maiden etc...we play it, you singit! 96 Rock's English Nick is host. www.tenhighclub.com "35+" May Party @ Olives Waterside - Tuesday,May 04, 2004 - 6:00PM -- 9:00PM - Olives Waterside - 6450 Powers FerryRoad - AtlantaGA - (770) 226-0201 - www.35plus.com-To View YourInvitation & RSVP, Click Here! American Wines - Wednesday, May 5th,2004 - d'Vine Wine Bar & Restaurant - 6:30pm - $25 advance purchaseonly - Part of the "wine knowledge wednesday's" series, South AmericanWines will put the Macarena back in your palate! Harvest season willhave just completed in Chile and Argentina in early May--let's toastthe harvest! Join us on the bus (sorry, no chickens, sombrero's or knives allowed)to South America as we taste our way through six wines, discussingvalues, differences and similarities to European and Californianwines. Sparkling wine apperitif, light appetizers and lotsa parking--butrather than our usual group of 30 we are limiting this to 20--advancepurchase only. Gracias, adiós! Questions? Call404-784-7696 or email michael@connectwithwine.com- Need directions toD'Vine Wine Bar in Dunwoody? All Argentinian Vineyards areirrigated with melted snow from the Andes Mountains. www.connectwithwine.com CINCO DE MAYO Bash at NOCHE - Wed.,May 5th - 4 PM - www.squarehatters.com "Fiesta del Rio" - Wed., May 5, 2004- 7-11PM - Park Tavern - 500 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 -404-249-0001 Event Details: Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Presents their 8thAnnual River Revival "Fiesta del Rio" May 5th (Cinco de Mayo) from7:00-11:00 PM at the Park Tavern! One exciting evening eventcelebrating the Chattahoochee River! Enjoy complimentary beer,wine, discounted margaritas, heavy hors d'oeuvres, LIVE music from"Kingsized," a live auction and raffles. Each participantreceives an individual Upper Chattahoochee RiverkeeperMembership. Cinco de Mayo fun benefiting a worthwhilecause! Tickets are $35 in advance; $45 at the door. Formore information contact Magnus Christon at 404-352-9828 ext.12 or viae-mail, mchriston@ucriverkeeper.org. For more information about theUpper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper visit www.chattahoochee.org. costs:$35 in advance; $45 at the door; $20 with student ID - Contact: MagnusChriston Website: mchriston@ucriverkeeper.org Fashion Benefit for Operation Smile @ InmanPark Patio - Wednesday, May 5th - 7-10pm - Inman Park Patio,1029 Edgewood Avenue, NE Atlanta 404.659.5757 - Back by popular demand,Inman Park Patio hosts Trunk Show to benefit OperationSmile. A fashionable evening for only $15 (includesadmission, two glasses of wine and appetizers). Come enjoyfabulous food and wine while you shop from a great selection ofclothing, all with a portion of the proceeds to benefit OperationSmile. $15 cover includes admission, 2 glasses of wine, andappetizers. www.inmanparkpatio.com RSVP: 404.659.5757 or patior@bellsouth.net - Operation Smile is anon-profit organization which raises funds to assist children in needof correcting facial deformities. With international missions nowin more than 30 sites in 20 countries, Operation Smile looks forward toa bright future. For additional information on Operation Smile,contact Jamila Smith at 404.848.2898 or opsmileatlanta@bellsouth.net. MonthlyWine Tasting @ Imperial Fez- Wed., May 5th - Imperial Fez - 2285 Peachtree Rd. - 5:30-7:30 p.m. /$15 includes appetizers and wine tasting. The Imperial Fez offersaunique Moroccan dining experience. Belly dancing and live musicnightly. Open for dinner daily from 6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Forreservations call 404-351-0870 or www.imperialfez.com. Agave Restaurant 4th Annual Cinco deMayo Fiesta - May 5th - 9pm - Agave Restaurant - 242Boulevard SE - 404-588-0006 - Unlimited Margaritas, PremiumTequila shots, Beer, Appetizer Buffet, and Soul Master DJ Ryze all fora $20.00 donation at the door. costs: $20.00 - Contact: JackSobel - www.Agaverestaurant.com DrivinN Cryin - Thu, 05/06/04 - Variety Playhouse - Atlanta, GA Mad Pundit Panel and Variety Showfeaturing Eric Von Haessler - Vinyl (inside EarthlinkLive) - 1374 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta 30309 - Thursday, May6, 7:00pm - Phone: 404-885-1365 - Mad Punditpresents: A Political Roundtable and Variety Show -Starring: Eric Von Haessler as mediator. A celebrity panelincluding: Dean Roland - Collective Soul, Martha Zoller - GA Gangand more...Featuring live music by Josh Rifkind AND cookie time for theentire audience! The event will be taped for broadcast...http://www.MadPundit.com is apolitical website that entertains and outrages both Democrats andRepublicans. This event is designed to allow recognized members of thecommunity to debate on politically charged topics. Piedmont Park Volunteer Kickoff Event with AtlantaJaycees - Thursday, May 6th - 5:30-7pm - Piedmont ParkConservancy Community Center. Join us as we sign up for projects thatbenefit Piedmont Park. There will be refreshments and raffles. Forthose interested, we will meet for dinner at a nearby restaurant afterthe event. For more details, contact Bobbi Harman at770-633-3281. www.atlantajaycees.org Blink 182, Taking Back Sunday & CypressHill - Fri., May 7th - Tix: $35. Tix OnSale: 3/5/04 - 4PM - $10 Service Fee. www.hob.com/hifibuys/ Get Lucky Tonight Tour with MelissaEtheridge - Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre - Friday, May 7 at 9:00 PM - www.ticketmaster.com Relay for Life to Benefit American CancerSociety - Friday, May 7-Saturday, May 8 - We're organizing a YAM Relay team totake a stand against cancer. We'd love for you to join our team orsupport us with prayers or financial donations. Starting at 7PMonFriday, May 7 and ending at 7AM on Saturday, May 8, we'll camp outovernight and walk around the Chamblee High School track in honor andremembrance of those who have faced cancer. There is anincredibletribute to cancer survivors and their family and friends to kick offthe event and a moving ceremony honoring those who have fought thedisease. To join our team or make a donation, visitwww.acsevents.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=48516 and click on thelink to the 'Atlanta YAM team'. If you prefer to mail yourcontribution, mail to: Office of Young AdultMinistry, 680 W. Peachtree St, Atlanta, Ga 30308. Make checks out tothe 'American Cancer Society'. Everyone is invited to join theteam at the campsite during the event. There will be activities goingon throughout the night including grilling, live bands, trivia,scavenger hunts, contests and much more! If you have questions,contact team captain, Kim Englehardt at KimJE76@aol.com or404-822-4330. Ann Blasick Young Adult Ministry ProgramCoordinator Archdiocese of Atlanta (404) 885-7222 www.yam.org CAMPING TRIP with Atlanta Catholic Sports- FRI, MAY 7-SUN, MAY 9 - To Deep Creek Campgrounds in Bryson City,NC. We'll hike 2.5 miles to where we'll set-up base camp for theweekend. During the weekend, you can choose to hike, tube, gotrout fishing, moutain-bike, or simply relax! For info, contactJason at Jason_Robinson@vwr.com or 404-316-3158. Hosted byAtlanta Catholic Sports (ACS) Adventure Committee. www.atlantacatholicsports.org/ Get Lucky Tonight Tour with MelissaEtheridge - Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre - Saturday, May 8 at 9:00 PM- www.ticketmaster.com Tasteof the Highlands - Sat., MAy 8th - 2-5pm - John HowellPark - Corner of Virginia and Barnett Street in the Virginia Highlands- Event Details: Join us for the 2nd Annual Taste of Highlands onSaturday, May 8th, 2-5pm. This year, the event will be held at JohnHowell Park in Virginia-Highlands (at the corner of Virginia andBarnett Street). This will be a fun afternoon in the park, packed withHighlands neighborhood restaurants featuring samples from their menus,beer, wine, and other drinks, and live music! A $30 ticket grantsyou entrance. All proceeds benefits Children's Healthcare ofAtlanta. Tickets can be purchased directly at our web sitewww.tasteofthehighlands.com at the door. Feel free to email mefor more information. See you May 8th at Taste of theHighlands to benefit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta! costs: $30 inadvance, $35 at door. Contact: tara.pridgen@choa.org - Website: www.tasteofthehighlands.com 14th Annual Komen Atlanta Race for theCure® - Saturday, May 8th - Atlanta Civic Center - Raceapplications are now being accepted online on the Susan G. Komen BreastCancer Foundation - Greater Atlanta Affliliate website. - Click here toregister online DJ Skribble & Tommy Lee @ Vision- Sat., May 8th - 10pm - www.visionsaturday.com ATLANTA’S UPSCALE SINGLES’ EXCURSION TO THEKANGAROOCONSERVATORY (Dawsonville, Georgia), Saturday, May8th, $39. For single professionals 40-65. Must be reserved and paid in advance with Atlanta’s UpscaleSingles. For details, go to www.AtlantasUpscaleSingles.comor call 770/205-1288. The Cancer Challenge - Wine Social &Silent Auction -Saturday, May 8th, 6:30pm - Alpharetta Marriott - *$38/person -Individuals may attend the Wine Social & Silent Auction, where finewines may be sampled along with food from a dozen restaurants, notablyBahama Breeze, Copelands, Sage, and Roasted Garlic. Connect With Winerecipients may purchase advance tickets for $38, versus the standardadvance price of $45. RSVPinformation - www.connectwithwine.com MARKET ONE GUEST CHEF DEMONSTRATION SERIES- Sat., May 8th - Chef Kevin Clark of Spice - noon until 1 pm - MarketOne - 1061 Ponce de Leon Avenue (corner of Ponce de Leon and N.Highland Avenue). Find Out What’s Ripe and Learn How to Cook ItWell at Market One - Market One, Atlanta’s true neighborhoodgrocery located in the center of the Poncey-Highlands community ofAtlanta’s historic Virginia Highland neighborhood, introduces a monthlychef series. Market One is partnering with local Atlanta chefs byholding demonstrations and placing recipes at point-of-purchase displaystations through the store. Beginning at 3 p.m. after thescheduled chef demonstrations, Market One will hold a “Cut the Cheese”presentation discussing various cheeses from around the globe. Stick around! For more information, please call Market One at404.439.1100 or email info@m1atlanta.com. PATHRocks! 2004 - Sat., May 8th -Studioplex - PATHRocks!, thefifth annual celebration of PATH. The entertainment featuresBradley Cole Smith, Swimming Pool Qs and Unzipt. You're invited!You can purchase tickets online with this form, or you can call PATH at404-875-7284. Tickets are $40 in advance ($75 per couple) and $45 atthe door. PATHRocks! is presented by The Coca-Cola Company andsupported by its much-appreciated sponsors, KPMG LLP; Seyfarth ShawLLP, Attorneys; and Flag Bank. Food and beverages provided by Willy's,Sweetwater Brewing Company, and The Coca-Cola Company. If you attendeda previous PATHRocks! celebration, you know what a blast it is. PATHRocks! netted approximately $20,000 last year and we hope to doublethat in contributions to the 2004 event. The PATH Foundation annuallyraises an average of $1,000,000 in private support that is matched by$2,000,000 in public funding. Directions to StudioPlex (659Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30312): From 75/85 (downtown connector)take, Exit 248C (Freedom Parkway/Carter Center) East. Take a right atthe first traffic light onto Boulevard; at third traffic light (0.3miles), take left on to Auburn Avenue; travel 0.3 miles to stop signand bear left past the outreach Deliverance Ministry. StudioPlexis 300 yards on the right. Park behind the building and come join theparty. www.pathfoundation.org David Bowie - Sat., May 8th - 8pm -Chastain Park Amphitheatre - On SaleMar 27 2004 10:00AM - www.atlantaconcerts.com Evanand Jaron - Saturday,May 8 at 8:00 PM - CottonClub - Atlanta, GA Stilletto Events Presents: 80's PromParty - Sat., May 8th - 8pm - Hilton Garden Inn Perimaer Center- 1501 Lake Hearn Drive, Atlanta GA - Ladies and Gentlemen, Rememberthe days?! Big Hair, Ruffles, Baby Blue Tuxes!!!!! Cost: $40.00Per Person/ $70.00 Per Couple. Includes ALL YOU CAN EAT FOOD& ENTERTAINMENT- Rooms are available at a discounted rate - Moreinfo: 404.661.1976 OR 770.851.6226 EVITE: www.evite.com/pages/gt/events/view.jsp?event=UXSEJAJYQNZJXSARQEGC MOTHER’S DAYRESTAURANT CELEBRATIONS Sun., May 9th HORIZON- Horizon will be offering a Mother’s Day a la carte brunch menuincluding smoked salmon on dill pancakes and arugula salad ($8),pistachio crusted goat cheese salad with truffled grape vinaigrette($8), cinnamon-almond French toast with banana beignets ($8), andbreakfast tapas du jour (from $4.50) from 11:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.Mothers will be given a complimentary Gran Mimosa (orange juice,champagne, and Gran Marnier with a splash of grenadine) with purchaseof brunch. Reservations suggested for Mother's Day brunch. Horizon is located in the cozy Morningside community of Atlanta'shistoric Virginia Highland neighborhood. The address is 1397 N.Highland Avenue. Phone 404.876.0676. www.horizonrestaurant.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IMPERIAL FEZ- Honor your mother with a unique Moroccan experience– celebrate thisMother’s Day Moroccan style at Imperial Fez. Chef RafihBenjelloun has prepared a special three-course brunch menu oftraditional Moroccan delicacies any mother is sure to enjoy. Brunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. for $30 plus taxand gratuity. The Imperial Fez restaurant offers a unique diningexperience with Moroccan flair and is open for dinner daily from 5:30p.m. to 11:30 p.m. For more information, call 404.351.0870 orview the website at www.imperialfez.com. The Imperial Fez is located at 2285 Peachtree Rd. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IRIS -Iris will be offering a Mother’s Day buffet brunch from 10:30 a.m.until 3:00 p.m. Brunch will be $19.50 per person for adults and$8 for children (plus tax and applicable service charges). Mothers will be given iris bulbs! Partners and friends ChefNicolas Bour and Chef Lein Schoe built Iris as an homage to clean,simple, ‘respectful’ food. The French-inspired American bistro offersan eclectic yet refined ingredient-driven menu. Iris is located at 1314Glenwood Avenue in East Atlanta Village, tucked into the cozyintersection of Flat Shoals Road and Glenwood Avenue. P 404.221.1300 - www.irisatlanta.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MU LAN- Mu Lan celebrates Mother’s Day with a special brunch from 10:30 a.m.to 3:30 p.m. The cost for the set menu is $25 per person (plustax and gratuity). The regular brunch a la carte menu will alsobe available. Reservations appreciated. Mu Lan, Atlanta’spremier Asian restaurant located in a romantic Victorian nook inMidtown, provides a posh and pleasant escape for fine Asiandining. Mu Lan is located at 824 Juniper Street in MidtownAtlanta between 5th and 6th streets. The phone number is404.877.5797 and the website is www.mulanatl.com. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SPICE -Chef Paul Albrecht is up to his ears in lobster this Mother’sDay! Spice will be presenting a Mother’s Day a la carte menufeaturing lobster any which way you can imagine. Lobster bisque,lobster cake, fried lobster tail, and even lobster on a jicama-Asianpear slaw are just a few of the offerings. Brunch will be servedfrom 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Reservations suggested. Spice is located at 793 Juniper Street in the heart of MidtownAtlanta. Phone 404.875.4242. www.spicerestaurant.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Garden Terrace in Hilton Atlanta -The Garden Terrace restaurant, in the lobby of the downtown HiltonAtlanta, will offer Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 9. Seatingsbegin at 11:30 a.m. and end at 3 p.m., and a jazz trio will performthroughout the afternoon. The buffet brunch will feature an assortment of hot entrees, smoked andcured seafood, cheeses, meats, salads, pasta, fresh fruit, freshoven-baked breads, and desserts. A carving station will offer dryrubbed pork loin with a rosemary garlic sauce as well as roasted turkeywith gravy. The culinary staff will prepare made-to-order omelettes. Achildren’s buffet offering chicken fingers and pizza will also beavailable. Mother’s Day Brunch is $33.95 per adult, plus tax andgratuity, and includes a complimentary glass of champagne. Children5-11 years old are $16.95 and toddlers (4 years old and under) arecomplimentary. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made bycalling 404-589-7884. The Garden Terrace restaurant is located downtown at 255 CourtlandStreet on the lobby level of the Hilton Atlanta. Self-parking forbrunch guests is validated.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mother’s Day Brunch at Magnolia Grill inHilton Atlanta Airport - The MagnoliaGrill restaurant in the lobby of the Hilton Atlanta Airport will offerMother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 9,with seatings from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The buffetbrunch will feature an assortment of smoked andfresh seafood, a salad bar with a variety of toppings, deviled eggstopped withred and black caviar, fresh fruit, bagels and desserts. A carvingstation willoffer roast beef with a creamy horseradish sauce and au jus, smokedVirginiaham with peach glaze and roasted breast of turkey with old-fashionedgravy andcranberry sauce. In addition, the culinary staff will preparemade-to-orderomelettes and Belgian waffles. A selection of hot entrees will also beavailable. Easter Brunch is $28.95 per adult, plus tax and gratuity.Children 4-12 years old are $14.95 and children under 4 years old arecomplimentary. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling404-559-6880. Magnolia Grill restaurant,located in the main lobby of the Hilton Atlanta Airport, offerstraditionalAmerican and regional dishes. The southern-themed restaurant is opendaily forbreakfast, lunch and dinner. Self or valet parking is available. Hilton AtlantaAirport is a AAA Four Diamond property offering 504 guest roomsincluding23 suites and 40,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel featuresthreerestaurants, two lounges, full service business center, on-site DeltaAir Linesdesk, barber shop, beauty salon, and a complete health club with a gym,outdoorand indoor pools, Jacuzzi, and lighted tennis court. Located at 1031Virginia Ave., the HiltonAtlanta Airport is minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson AtlantaInternational Airportand nine miles from downtown Atlanta. For more information or to makereservations, call 404-767-9000, 1-800-HILTONS, or visit www.hilton.com. The Thrills - Cotton Club - Sun,05/09/04 - www.ticketmaster.com Simple AbundanceCooking Classes - Mitra, Chef Scott Serpas - Monday, May 10th - Cooks Warehouse-Midtown- "AMojo of a Menu!" ($55, 7-9pm; Demonstration & Tasting) Looking for thatperfect Mother's Day gift? Look no further... Why not treatMom and yourself to a night of fabulous, melt-in-your mouth, Latininfluenced creative American cuisine! Spend an evening with oneof Atlanta's favorite Chefs- Scott Serpas, as he teaches a few of hisfavorite recipes from his new restaurant, including: Cool Crab andCucumber Soup with Serrano Oil; Snapper Ceviche with Avocado and CrispyPlantains; Pull Apart Pig with Mojo Reduction and Cream Cheese HerbPotatoes; and dessert- Seville Orange Almond Crusted Cheesecake. This menu, makes any night a special occasion! *Evening includeswine tastings/pairings- sponsored by National Distributors and a chanceto win tasty door prizes provided by Bella Cucina Artful Foods,Dogwood Brewing Co. and Sweet Grass Dairy- Artisan Cheeses. Location: CooksWarehouse- Midtown: 549-1 Amsterdam Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA 30306- *100%of class proceeds benefit Atlanta's Table, a project of the AtlantaCommunity Food Bank. To sign up forclasses please call (404) 892-3333, ext. 275 or email- simpleabundance@acfb.org "Hungry to help?"Check out www.acfb.org Golf Tournament ofAngels Mon. May10th Woodlands Course @ Chateau Elan Benefit for Angel Flight ofGeorgia www.angelflight-ga.org Atlanta's Table Supper Club - May11th - 5-10pm - Haven Restaurant & Bar - 1441 Dresden Drive,Ste.160 - 404-969-0700 - Event Details: Atlanta's Table Supper Club isa monthly dining series where the host restaurant donates 20% of thenight's proceeds to Atlanta's Table, the prepared food rescue projectof the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Contact: 404-892-3333 x. 236- Website: www.acfb.org/events/supper_club/ ATLANTA’S UPSCALE SINGLES’ BURGUNDY WINETASTING AT ALI OLI RESTAURNT (3535 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta 30326), Wednesday, May 12th$55. Forsingle professionals 40-65. Must bereserved and paid in advance with Atlanta’s Upscale Singles. Fordetails, go to www.AtlantasUpscaleSingles.comor call 770/205-1288. Blondie - Earthlink Live - Thu,05/13/04 - www.ticketmaster.com ATLANTA’S UPSCALE SINGLES’ COCKTAIL PARTY @THE CLUBHOUSE - Friday, May 14th - (3393 Peachtree Rd,NE, Atlanta 30326), $15. For single professionals 40-65. Must be reserved and paid inadvance withAtlanta’s Upscale Singles. For details,go to www.AtlantasUpscalesingles.comor call 770/205-1288. Foreign Film Nightwith Single Mingle - "I Have It" - Friday May 14th,7:15 PM - We will enjoy the Film Festival of India! India hasmore film production than any other country except for the USA as it isknown in film circles as "Bollywood" This is the High Museums thrid Film Festival from India and it is madepossible by presenting sponsors of the New York Times and IndiaAboard. "Features Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai and indieidol Tabu. Set in South India, where two sisters must choosebetween their three suitors. Parts of this movie are filmedin Nadu, Egypt and Scotland; soundtrack by legendary A. R.Rahman." This one should prove to hilarious. Get acquaintedwith another culture and enjoy the after the movie groupdiscussion/social at Houlihan's. Remember to park free at ColonySquare. Houlihan's will stamp our parking tickets when we departat 11PM or so. These have turned out to be wonderful. RSVP Laney by 3PM at laney@ecg.com for $10 or pay $12 atthe door. We will have a ticket waiting. www.singlemingle.org Todd Rundgren -Roxy Theatre - Fri, 05/14/04 - www.ticketmaster.com Rick Springfield - Fri., May14th - 8PM - - Chastain Park Amphitheatre - www.atlantaconcerts.com SoftballFest IX - Friday, May 14,2004 - 7pm-12pm - Aviation Park -The ninth edition of SoftballFestis the return of Midnite softball at Aviation Park. Held at AviationPark, for the first time we will have three fields playing. Details andsign-up information is available on our website. Sign-ups begin onApril 14. Entry Fees: $20 for CSA members, $25 for non-members. For details, go to www.csasportsleagues.com Fleetwood Mac - Sat., May15th - 8PM- Chastain Park Amphitheatre - www.atlantaconcerts.com Bravo! Young Patrons of the A.S.O - ASOOverture Ball - Saturday, May 15, 2004 - One of the most elegant social events in Atlantabenefiting the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra! A Theatrical Safari- Hosted by Arts Safari - Sat., May 15th - Alliance Theater - Performance: Be Agressive Membership not required. Please join us at the Alliance Theater for thepresentation of 'Be Aggressive', a light-hearted tale about the worldof cheerleading that is sure to please all! Date: May 15, 2004 | Time:8pm to 9:30pm | Location: Alliance Theater. There will be apost-theater social at the Four Seasons hotel. $12 for members | $22 for non-members. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Saturday Night Party with Dollie's Partybook- Sat., May 15th - Dollie & Daveinvite you back - Diamond Dave's - 2500 N. Cobb Parkway,Marietta/Kennesaw area - Dinner and Dance andDrinks - Forjust $10.00 cash at door inside - 7 pm to close - 7:30m to 9:00 buffet,you get (1) drink ticket for any type of drink, not jsut well drinks - DJ, Dancing,champagne piano bar. Your own private area for singles - Casual party danceattire. www.dollies-partybook.com Single Mingle and Atlanta Travel &Social Club - Sailing Trip to the British Virgin Islands - May15 through May 22 and/or July 3 through July 10 - Imagineyourself relaxing in the warmth of the sun, a soft breeze ticklingthrough your hair, your favorite drink in hand, enjoying the beautifulview of sandy white beaches contrasted by the variations of blue &teal ocean waters. All this and it is only 9 AM, but of courseyou have no idea of time because there are no clocks or watches allowedon board --- only the Captain pays attention to time here! This is the start of a typical day in the BVIs. We areplanning to have at least three boats with 6 people on board each alongwith a Captain, of course. We'll enjoy getting to know oneanother through a little sailing between islands, snorkeling, swimming,sunning, exploring the beaches and inlands and, of course,through the relaxed and fun conversations in between itall! The basic sailing cost is $1299 per person for adouble occupancy berth and then a split provision arrangement forbreakfast, lunch and snacks on board (depending upon our desires!),which will be split between the passengers (around $150-$200each). Typically, we will be at a different island each night andwill have dinner ashore, which is the responsibility of theindividuals. However, if everyone agrees, we can enjoy a cookouton the boats and just party between boats one or two of thenights! For the May trip -- which has 2 males thus far! -- boarding will be at 5:00 PM on the 15th and disembarkment at 9:00 AM onthe 21st. A 1/2 deposit ($650) is required by February 1 and maybe done through PayPal (this will be posted on the new Single Minglewebsite the end of the month!) or by check mailed to Single Mingle,316-A Seventh Street, Atlanta, GA 30308. For the July trip-- which has 3 males and 2 females thus far! -- boarding will be at5:00 PM on July 3 and disembarkment at 9:00 AM on the 10th. A 1/3deposit ($433) is required by February 1, another 1/3 by March 1 andthe last 1/3 by April 1. Air fare is not included but airlineprices are usually best between 90 and 60 days out and you can flyAtlanta to St Thomas, then ferry to Tortolla, or fly direct to BeefIsland through American. This BVI Sailing Adventure will bethrough Custom Sailing, Ltd and you can check out their website at www.customsailing.net to seephotos and other information. www.travelandsocial.com www.singlemingle.org P.O.D. - Sun., May 16th -The Tabernacle First Annual Sandy Springs - WineExperience! - Sunday, May 16th, 2pm - Wine Haven - $50/ticket -This outdoor tasting is featuring over sixty top wines for your tastingpleasure, all available on a pre-sale basis as well. Only 250 ticketswill be sold to this event; RSVP at 404-459-0120. Directionsto Wine Haven (formerly Lo Spuntino). Sunday's Speed Mingle Dating - Sun.,May 16th - Check in 5:30 pm party (one party at this time) 6:30 pm -Garrisons - 4400 Ashford Dunwoody - Robyn and Dollie invite you to thelatest craze sweeping the country. All ages welcome. Just$25.00 cash at door. No need to e mail us, at this time just showup. There is a addl cocktail party for those that do not getseated, will be well attended just $10 for the cocktail party. Those doing Speed Mingle Dating, the cocktail party is included. 404 374 7899 directions - www.dollies-partybook.com www.singlemingle.org SimpleAbundance Cooking Classes- Tuesday, May 18, 2004- Goldfish, Chef Jimmy Meas; Kroger School ofCooking - "Sushi Like the Pro's!" ($50, 7-9pm; Participation&Tasting) You asked for him, so he's back! Join Chef Jimmyfor anothergreat sushi class as he teaches you the techniques of both simple sushiand also the more intricate, and unique... Learn to rollsushi like apro, with this hands-on participation class... Space is limited- signup today! *Evening includes a chance to win tasty doorprizesprovided by Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Dogwood Brewing Co. and SweetGrass Dairy- Artisan Cheeses. Location: Kroger School of Cooking:12460 Crabapple Rd., Alpharetta, GA 30004 - *100% of classproceeds benefit Atlanta's Table, a project of theAtlanta Community Food Bank. To sign up for classes please call(404)892-3333, ext. 275 or email- simpleabundance@acfb.org - "Hungry tohelp?" Check out www.acfb.org 8 Minute Dating - Tuesday, May 18th- Loca Luna - Ages 25-35 - Atlanta, GA - www.8minutedating.com TheMedicine Show - Wed. - Sun., May19th-23rd - 7 Stages Theatre - Euclid Ave. - Little FivePoints - 404.523.7647 - Created byNOVA Performance Company. Performances Wed - Sat 8pm, Sun5pm. All the Hits Q100 Singles Night Friday May 21st: drinks fromHpnotiq, music from All the Hits Q100, and food from A SouthernTradition at 7pm, show at 8pm. When Manhattan Transfer meetsdown-home Appalachia, you'll find the sublime fusion of NOVAPerformance Company, one of Atlanta's hottest collections of singers,songwriters, and storytellers. The Medicine Show is their signatureperformance, designed to heal your woes and lift your spirits. It'smusical tonic water, with favorites from Stephen Foster to Cole Porter,from Tom Waits to the Talking Heads, plus a few unique NOVA originals.Listen to a few true tall tales, commune with some charismatic puppets,and lend your voice to some very powerful music. After all, a good timeis the healthiest does of medicine there is. Tickets $10 Wed5/19, $20 Thurs 5/20 & Fri 5/21, $25 Sat 5/22, $20 Sun 5/23. www.7stages.org The Stills - Wed, 05/19/04 - CottonClub - Atlanta, GA G3-Gourmet, Grapes & Giving -Thurs., May 20th - 6pm - King Plow Arts Center Gallery - 887 WestMarietta Street, Atlanta - 770.469.6226 - Event Details: CreativeCommunity Services 1st annual fundraising gala. Fifth Group Restaurants(Sala, La Tavola, The Food Studio, South City Kitchen, Bold AmericanFood Co.) providing culinary arts. Wine, cocktails, music, silentauction. Proceeds support CCS work in Atlanta & surroundingcounties. Register online at costs: $75, taxdeductible. Contact: info@ccsgeorgia.org -Website: www.ccsgeorgia.org 14thAnnual Taste of Alpharetta- Thursday, May 20, 2004 8:00 AM - 678-297-6078 - Over 60 restaurants;50 arts & crafts vendors; 50 merchants and civicorganizations; 25 performances; and a kid’s area - www.alpharetta.ga.us/index.php?p=195 Bravo! Young Patrons of the A.S.O - Bravo!Concert No. 4 - Friday, May 21st - SUNTRUST SUPERPOPS! CONCERT - Latin Music Fiesta Unzipt- Fri., May 21st - Andrews Upstairs - Tickets: $5 Adv. $7DOS - Doors: 8:00 PM - Show:9:00 PM - www.andrewsupstairs.com A GALLOPING GALA- MURPHY HARPST CHILDRENS CENTERS - A Cocktail Receptionto be held at Chukkar Farm & Polo Club- SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2004- 5:30pm-9:00pm- www.chukkarfarm.com 3rd Annual Austell Blues and Brews Festival- Saturday, May 22nd. We will certainly follow up with moredetails but save the date for it is truly a wonderful experience. A variety ofgreat bands will be performing from approximately noon until 9:00PM or10:00 pm Saturday night and it all supports our favorite localnoncommercial radio station, WRFG (89.3 FM). This year there willbe two levels of support; General admission which is $10.00 and mypersonal favorite, the admission plus unlimited food and beverage levelwhich is $20.00. Please feel free to contact Gary Bynum @ gbyam@charter.net& we can set you up with advance sale wristbands. Kicks 101.5 Country Fair featuringLonestar, Gary Allan, Phil Vassar and Rushlow - Sat., May 22nd - HiFiBuys Amphitheatre - price: $5.00 / $10.00 / $20.00 * - doors:4:00pm / show: 6:00pm - ages: all - completedetails Jackson Browne - Sat., May 22nd -8PM - Chastain Park Amphitheatre - www.atlantaconcerts.com BetterThan Ezra - Saturday,May 22 at 9:00 PM - Coca-ColaRoxy Theatre - Atlanta, GA the seventyfiver Co-ed KickballTournament - Saturday, May 22, 2004 - 1:00pm - Aviation Park-Details about CSA's next kickball tournament will be released on April21. www.csasportsleagues.com Nikolai’s Roof Cooking Class with ChefJohannes Klapdohr to benefit Camp Twin Lakes - Sat., May 22nd -Nikolai’s Roof - floor of the downtown Hilton Atlanta at 255Courtland St. - Executive Chef Johannes Klapdohr will host a cookingclass in the kitchen of Nikolai’s Roof on Saturday, May 22, beginningat 11 a.m. to benefit Camp Twin Lakes. The featured ingredient for theclass will be mushrooms including morel, chanterelle, porcini,matsutake, and hedgehog. Students will sip champagne and help prepare afour-course meal as Chef Klapdohr explains and demonstrates preparationtips that make the gourmet dishes seem less daunting. A leisurelyluncheon follows at 1 p.m. with complementary wines. Participants willreceive a DVD of the class as well as the recipes with pictures on a CDand in print. A portion of the proceeds from the cooking classwill be donated to Camp Twin Lakes, Georgia’s only camping facility forchildren with chronic illnesses and disabilities. The class is $95 perperson. Space is very limited and reservations may be made by calling404.221.6816. A series of cooking classes is planned for the fall. Therestaurant offers distinctive French Continental cuisine, spectacularskyline views, and a striking cobalt blue and imperial red interior. Arepeated recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award, Nikolai’s Rooffeatures four and six-course prix fixe dinner menus Tuesday throughSaturday evenings with seating times from 6-9:30 p.m. Reservations aresuggested and can be made by calling 404.221.6362. Complimentary valetparking is available. Visit www.nikolaisroof.com. Eagle 106.7 Country Fair featuring Wynonna,The Charlie Daniels Band and Buddy Jewell - Sun., May 23rd - HiFiiBuys Amphitheatre - Atlanta, GA - price: $6.00 / $11.00 / $20.00 -doors: 2:00pm / show:4:00pm 3rd Annual Wine Festival - Sunday,May 23rd - Villa Christina - Hours 12:00-1:00 pm VIP 1:00-6:00 pm publicfestival - Mark your calendars now for The 3rd Annual Wine and FoodFestival at Villa Christina on Sunday, May 23, 2004. The Wine Festivalat Villa Christina is the place to sample fine wines from around theworld and the best foods Atlanta restaurants have to offer. You canstroll through Villa Christina's elegant ballrooms and blooming rosegardens viewing fine works of art, and enjoy live entertainment fromsome of Atlanta's best jazz, R&B and pop-rock acts playing in theopen-air event pavilion. Then, shop till you drop for wine-relatedmerchandise and more, and relax in our gardens next to cascadingwaterfalls watching chef demonstrations on site. And don't miss thesilent auction, benefiting Angel Flight of Georgia, featuring dinnersat Atlanta's best restaurants, hotel stays at the country's topproperties, luxurious spa services, rare wines, wine-relatedmerchandise and so much more. The silent auction at the 2003 WineFestival raised over $14,000 for Angel Flight. www.angelflight-ga.org www.villachristina.com/ Alliance Theatre Play World Premiere -"Death in the Neighbor's of Kathleen Turner's House" with Single Mingle-Sunday, May 23, 7:00 PM - Play By William Ludel, Directed by JeffSteitzer - Two hapless acting students, inexplicably named Lucy andDesi, break into a movie star`s house to snap a photo of her AcademyAward. Trouble is...it`s the wrong house...there`s no Oscar...andthere`s a dog under a sheet on the living room floor showing no signsof life. When the real homeowners unexpectedly pop up, Lucy and Desihave a lot of `splaining to do! This fast-paced, quick-wittedworld premiere is a knee-slapping, belly-laughing, banana-peel-slippingcomedy about love, death and the Oscar that Kathleen Turner neverwon. This is a new event…the closest thing Atlanta has toBroadway with less phony atmosphere. Broadway plays are now goingfor $100 to $300 per seat while Atlanta is STILL reasonable andrational. $42 for the BEST of "A" section seating AND with otherlike-minded SINGLE professionals! Limit 20. After-PlayDiscussion & Social at Houlihan's. Park at Colony Square andsave $6 on parking. RSVP prior to May 2nd with $42 check to:Single Mingle, c/o Laney Coyne. P.O. Box 440666, Kennesaw, GA 30160 - laney@ecg.com - Pay Pal available on-line at www.singlemingle.org/phpEventCalendar/index.php?month=4&year=2004 Rio, Brazil with Dollie's Party Book- May 26th - June 2nd - Rio Brazil for only $1,299.00 including airround trip per person double occupancy. Includes r/t trip airfrom Atlanta, Standard room with Brazilian Breakfast, Stay at the HotelINtl Airport ay 27 to May 31, Transfer to Augustos Hotel, Rount Trip ToAirport Iguaza INtl Hotel, thenon to Das Cataratas May 31 to June2. Please have valid passport & Visa to enter Brazil. To book call my partner Libby at 1 800 469-0091. Travel TimeLibby Shields 1 800 469-0091 direct all questions andbookings. Info: dolliepb@aol.com www.dollies-partybook.com Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band- Wed., May 26th - 6:30 Doors, 8pm Show - Tix: $86. On Sale3/6/04 10AM - $10 Service Fee - www.hob.com/hifibuys/ Funfor the Ladies at Imperial Fez - Wed., May 26th -Imperial Fez - 2285 Peachtree Rd. - Special performances by famousMiddle-Eastern dancers and a chef’s tasting menu. 6 p.m. – 11:30p.m. / $35. The Imperial Fez offers a unique Moroccan diningexperience. Belly dancing and live music nightly. Open fordinner daily from 6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. For reservations call404-351-0870 or www.imperialfez.com. Squarehatters Hilton Head Beach Trip 2004- May 27th - 31st - Hilton Head, SC (Beach) - www.squarehatters.com Hootie & The Blowfish - Sun., May30th - 8PM - Chastain Park Amphitheatre -On Sale Mar 27 2004 10:00AM - www.atlantaconcerts.com Dollie's Partybook Memorial Weekend SinglesDance - Sun., May 30th - Holiday Inn, Roswell - 7:30 pm dancelesson, 8:00 pm to Midnight DJ Rick Gore. 1075 Holcomb Bridge Rd.Roswell - 770 992 9600 for directions. Just $15.00 at door cashonly - www.dollies-partybook.com Kenny Loggins- Tues., Jun 1st - 8PM - Chastain ParkAmphitheatre - On Sale Mar 27 2004 10:00AM - www.atlantaconcerts.com Christina Aguilera - Hifi BuysAmphitheatre - Wed, 06/02/04 - www.ticketmaster.com MonthlyWine Tasting @ Imperial Fez - Wed., June 2nd -Imperial Fez - 2285 Peachtree Rd. - 5:30-7:30 p.m. / $15 includesappetizers and wine tasting. The Imperial Fez offers a uniqueMoroccan dining experience. Belly dancing and live musicnightly. Open for dinner daily from 6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. For reservations call 404-351-0870 or www.imperialfez.com. KC & The Sunshine Band - Sat., Jun5th - 8PM - Chastain Park Amphitheatre- www.atlantaconcerts.com Angie Aparo - Sat., June 5th - Roxy Theatre 2004 Virginia-Highland Summerfest -Sat. & Sun., June 5th & 6th - www.vahi.org/summerfest 2004 NATIONALS National Adult Flag FootballAssociation Tourney - Sat. & Sun., June 5th & 6th -Men's & Women's 7 Man Screen - Registration begins May 1, 2004 - www.usclubsport.com Group Tour of Scotland - June 7th,2004 thru June 15th 2004 - 8 day trip Singles Group tour to Scotland,couples welcome on all trips. Visiting Edinburgh andGlasgow. Check website for price. $300single supplement to have the hotel rooms by yourself. 1 800469-0091 Libby - 727 447 4805 Dollie evenings - Deposit of $500 pereprson on this trip check only due at time of booking. Final paytdue April 1st, 2004 - Final payment can be by credit card. www.dollies-partybook.com SimpleAbundance Cooking Classes - Bella Cucina, Chef Alisa Barry and SouperJenny, Chef Jenny Levison - Monday, June 7th - Cooks Warehouse-Midtown - "Buon Appetito it'sAl Fresco..." ($75, 7-9pm; Demonstration & Tasting) Back by populardemand, join Alisa- Chef, Cookbook author and Owner of Bella CucinaArtful Foods, for another wonderful evening of food, friends andfun! Tonight Alisa will be joined by Chef Jenny Levison of SouperJenny, and we'll be learning several great recipes to celebrate thebeginning of summer, including: Arugula, Grilled Nectarine andProscuitto; Panzanella Bread Salad; Pici Pasta with ToastedBreadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Cracked Black Pepper; Insalata dimare; Chocolate Orange Walnut Tartlets; and Lemon and Mint Granita withHomemade Limoncello. "A special, light Al Fresco menu offresh tastes, to enjoy with friends all summer long..." *Eveningincludes wine tastings/pairings- sponsored by National Distributors anda chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Bella Cucina ArtfulFoods, Dogwood Brewing Co. and Sweet Grass Dairy- ArtisanCheeses. Location: CooksWarehouse- Midtown: 549-1 Amsterdam Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA 30306- *100%of class proceeds benefit Atlanta's Table, a project of the AtlantaCommunity Food Bank. To sign up forclasses please call (404) 892-3333, ext. 275 or email- simpleabundance@acfb.org "Hungry to help?"Check out www.acfb.org TSINGTAO, TIGER AND ASAHI—OH MY! -Tuesday, June 8; seating throughout the night - Mu Lan - 824 JuniperStreet - Atlanta, GA 30308 - (404)-877-5797 - Mu Lan Announces Its FourCourse Asian Beer Dinner - Mu Lan has found a way to make its fabulousAsian cuisine even better by pairing it with a selection of three ofthe East’s best brews. Come enjoy Mu Lan’s fine Asian fare,choosing from a special four-course prix fixe menu, along with three ofAsia’s best beers: Tsingtao, Tiger and Asahi. The cost of theevening is $30 per person (plus tax and gratuity) with seatingthroughout the night. Don’t miss out on this great evening forfood and beer lovers alike, so call ahead and reserve your place. Asian Beer Dinner, featuring a four-course Prix Fixe menu and aselection of three Asian Beers - www.mulanatl.com- Chef James Yao’s mix of contemporary and traditional flavors makes MuLan Atlanta’s destination for fine Asian cuisine. Mu Lan is located at824 Juniper Street, Atlanta, GA, in Midtown Atlanta and is surroundedby the best in Atlanta atmosphere, including The Fox Theatre andGeorgian Terrace. About the Beers: Tsingtao Beer, with itshigh-malty taste, pleasing aroma, and well-blanaced flavor, China’s topbeer is perfect complement to any Chinese dinner. Brewed only inthe Far East, the smooth tasting Tiger Beer is made with the finestingredients available. The best selling Beer in Singapore andIndo-China, Tiger Beer is sold in over fifty countries worldwide. Whether it’s Super Dry or Kuronama, Asahi beer is distinguished fromall others by it’s exquisite quality and taste. While the tasteof Asahi Super Dry is sophisticated and clear, it’s counterpart,Kuronama, is unconventional dark lager, retaining the body andsweetness of Asahi Beers. Bonnie Raitt - Tues., Jun 8th -7:30PM - Chastain Park Amphitheatre - www.atlantaconcerts.com Harry ConnickJr. - Wed., Jun 9th - 8PM -Chastain Park Amphitheatre - www.atlantaconcerts.com LewisBlack's Rules of Enragement - Friday, June 11th - 8PM- TheTabernacle - www.ticketmaster.com 2004 Atlanta House Party OfficiallyLaunched! - Saturday, June 12th from 8am to 1pm - Todaymarks the official public launch of the Atlanta House Party, a specialevent hosted by the Atlanta Community ToolBank in conjunction with morethan seven home repair and rehab programs throughout Atlanta. TheToolBank’s Home Repair Program will be performing no-cost repairs forfive senior homeowners on Sat June 12, while hundreds of additionalvolunteers will be working with similar repair/rehab programs in manycorners of Atlanta. Participating agencies include East Point CommunityAction Team, Friends of Disabled Adults and Children, RebuildingTogether Atlanta, Resource Service Ministries, Senior CitizensServices, Senior Connections, and Wesley Community Centers. Projectsrange from painting to handrail installation, yardwork to plumbing, andeverything in between! No skills or experience necessary; groups andteams are welcome. Click here to learn more aboutthe Atlanta House Party! www.toolbank.org Atlanta Downtown Festival and Tour of Lofts- June 12 and 13, 2004 - The Atlanta Downtown NeighborhoodAssociation (ADNA) and Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) are joiningforces to co-produce a combined event crafted from their individualpast successes: The Atlanta Downtown Festival and Tour of Lofts. Wondering what it might be like to live Downtown and avoid the grind ofmorning commutes? Looking for innovative ideas for decorating anordinary living room? Trying to find creative ways to enjoy the springweather outside looking at art, grooving to music, or having fun withyour kids? Downtown residents enjoy world class cuisine, nationalsporting events and spectacular views. Join us for the Atlanta DowntownFestival and Tour of Lofts and see how Downtown lives. www.atlantadna.org/festival/ MARKET ONE GUEST CHEF DEMONSTRATION SERIES- Sat., June 12th - Chef Jason Hill of Wisteria - noon until 1 pm -Market One - 1061 Ponce de Leon Avenue (corner of Ponce de Leon and N.Highland Avenue). Find Out What’s Ripe and Learn How to Cook ItWell at Market One - Market One, Atlanta’s true neighborhoodgrocery located in the center of the Poncey-Highlands community ofAtlanta’s historic Virginia Highland neighborhood, introduces a monthlychef series. Market One is partnering with local Atlanta chefs byholding demonstrations and placing recipes at point-of-purchase displaystations through the store. Beginning at 3 p.m. after thescheduled chef demonstrations, Market One will hold a “Cut the Cheese”presentation discussing various cheeses from around the globe. Stick around! For more information, please call Market One at404.439.1100 or email info@m1atlanta.com. SCOTLAND Trip with Dollie's Party Book- June 15th - THE LAND OF CELTICS/LOC NESS/BRAVEHART/MARY QUEEN OFSCOTTS/CASTLES& OH THOSE KELTS. JUNE 7 DEPART USA INTHE EVENING ON DELTA. JUNE 8 - ARRIVE IN MANCHESTER,ENGLAND TRAVEL BY PRIVATE BUS TO EDINBURGH. WE WILL HAVE A 4NIGHT STAY IN BRUNTSFIELD HOUSE HOTEL. WWW.THEBRUNTSFIELD.CO.UK JUNE 12 - WE WILL TRAVEL BY TRAIN TO GLASGOW FOR 3 NIGHTS AT JURY'SGLASGOW HOTEL. WWW.JURYSDOYLE.COM Included in the price will be Round Trip air, 4 nights hotel inEdinburgh, 3 nights hotel in Glasgow, Daily full Scottishbreakfast. Britrail flexipass valid and 4 days in 2 monthsstandard class. Total cost including air from Atlanta$1,960.00. Total cost including air from Tampa $2,160.00. per person double occupancy on above. Single Supplement isavailable for an additional $300.00. Deposit required is $500 bycheck only. Final payment April 1st 2004. Optional tourswill be offered at an additional cost. This trip gives time forthose who like to golf to do so. Travel Time Libby Shields 1 800 469-0091 direct all questions and bookings - Info: dolliepb@aol.com www.dollies-partybook.com Styx and Peter Frampton with Nelson- Wednesday, June 16 - HiFiBuys Amphitheatre - price: $23.50 - $56.50 * - door: 5:30pm / show:7:00pm - ages: all - completedetails TimMcGraw - Thu, 06/17/04 - Hifi Buys Amphitheatre - Atlanta, GA Holland Bike & Barge Trip with AT&SC- Fri.-Sat., June 18-26th - See Holland & Amsterdam by Bike &Boat! Awesome Trip! www.travelandsocial.com LittleRiver Band - Mable House Amphitheatre - Mableton, GA - Sat,06/19/04 - www.ticketmaster.com Civic Tour Presents Dashboard Confessionalwith Thrice and special guests - Sat., June 19th - TheArena at Gwinnett Center - Duluth, GA - Ticketmaster404.249.6400 - price: $23.00 - $26.00 * - door: 6pm / show: 7pm - ages:all - completedetails Jackson Browne: Solo Acoustic- Chastain Park Amphitheatre - Sunday, June 20 at 8:00 PM - www.ticketmaster.com SimpleAbundance Cooking Classes - Atlanta Fish Market, Chef Robert Holley- Monday, June 21st - Cooks Warehouse-Brookhaven- "ASeafood Lover's Dream Come True!" ($55, 7-9pm; Demonstration& Tasting) One of the nationsmost popular seafood restaurants, for a reason! Receiving awardsgalore for great cuisine from the sea... with spectacular freshseafood daily... Tonight join Chef Robert for an amazingmenu including: appetizers- Asian Spiced Salmon Cakes, Atlanta FishMarket's Famous House Specialty Crab Cakes and Oysters Rockefeller;entrée- Sea Bass Hong Kong; and the dessert you won't want tomiss- House Specialty, Italian Rum Raisin Bread Pudding with VanillaCream Anglaise. A great gift for Father's Day or anyone who lovesseafood... Location: CooksWarehouse- Brookhaven: 4062 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta, GA 30319- *100%of class proceeds benefit Atlanta's Table, a project of the AtlantaCommunity Food Bank. To sign up forclasses please call (404) 892-3333, ext. 275 or email- simpleabundance@acfb.org "Hungry to help?"Check out www.acfb.org Indigo Girls - Sun., Jun 27th - 8PM-Chastain Park Amphitheatre - On Sale Mar 272004 10:00AM - www.atlantaconcerts.com Hall &Oates - Mon., Jun 28th - 7PM -Chastain Park Amphitheatre - On Sale Mar 272004 10AM - www.atlantaconcerts.com Boston- Wed., Jun 30th - 8PM - Chastain ParkAmphitheatre - On Sale Mar 27 2004 10:00AM - www.atlantaconcerts.com Funfor the Ladies at Imperial Fez - Wed., June 30th -Imperial Fez - 2285 Peachtree Rd. - Special performances by famousMiddle-Eastern dancers and a chef’s tasting menu. 6 p.m. – 11:30p.m. / $35. The Imperial Fezoffers a unique Moroccan dining experience. Belly dancing andlive music nightly. Open for dinner daily from 6:00 p.m. to 11:30p.m. For reservations call 404-351-0870 or www.imperialfez.com. Sip flights of sake and Asian-food friendlywines, experience Asian "tapas" and receive a discount coupon from nextdoor neighbor YES for gifts/furniture. www.silkrestaurant.com www.connectwithwine.com Sailing Trip to the British Virgin Islandswith AT&SC - Sat.-Sat., July 3-10th - Let's go sailing inthe Caribbean! BVI's, here we come! www.travelandsocial.com AtlantaSymphony - Mable House Amphitheatre - Mableton, GA - Sun,07/04/04 - www.ticketmaster.com Atlantis Music Conference 2004 - Wed. -Sat., July 21st-24th - TheAtlantis Music Conference is the premier music event in the Southeast,focusing on the national and international music industry. Description: An annual event held during August in Atlanta. Featuresunsigned bands from throughout the southeast. www.atlantismusic.com Kenny Chesney with Rascal Flatts and UncleKracker - Fri., July 23rd - HiFiBuys Amphitheatre - price: $31.50 / $63.50 / $63.50 * door: 6:00pm / show: 7:30pm - ages: all All-Inclusive Trip to Costa Rica withAT&SC - Sat.-Sat., July 24-31st - Pura Vida! Let's go toCosta Rica! - Sarah McLachlan - Tues., July 27th -Philips Arena Dave Matthews Band & Special Guest- Tues., July 27th - Hi Fi Buys Amphitheatre - 5:30 PM Doors, 7:00 PMShow - Tix: $57.50, $40.00 - www.hob.com/hifibuys/ Van's Warped Tour - Wednesday, July28 - HiFiBuys Amphitheatre - price: $25.25 * - door: 11:30am / show:12:30pm - ages: all Single Mingle 4-Day Western CaribbeanCruise to Cozumel - Thurs. - Mon., July 29 to August 2 -Thursday - Tampa, Friday - Fun Day at Sea,Saturday - Cozumel, Sunday - Fun Day at Sea,Monday - Tampa. - Leave right from Tampa and escape to theWestern Caribbean aboard the SENSATION. You'll be pampered everyday in every way! You'll sense the special magic of this floatingresort as soon as you enter her six-story Grand Atrium, a spectacularcombination of light, glass and marble. Once you've unpacked inyour spacious accommodations, there's only one thing left to do - havefun! Inside Cabin: $400 per person double occupancy - $344per person triple occupancy, $315 per person quad occupancy, OceanView: $460 per person double occupancy, $387 per persontriple occupancy, $350 per person quad occupancy. Pricesinclude: Cabin, All Meals, Nightly Entertainment and an OnBoard Singles Party! A small deposit will hold your cabin: 1stdeposit due February 20, $25- non-refundable, 2nd deposit due March31st - $175.00. Balance due May 31st. In additon: *Port charge of $121.05 per person. **Transfer from airport topier: $36 per person. ***Airfare available at low rates ifbooked early! ****Will need a passport to travel! Teriann'sTravel, a division of Travel Network. Contact Teriann atteriannstravel@aol.com or call 770-921-7642 www.singlemingle.org RUSH - Sun., Aug. 1st - HiFiBuys Amphitheatre - price: $36.00 - $75.50 * - door: 6:00pm / show:7:30pm - ages: all - completedetails PROJEKTREVOLUTION TOUR THIS SUMMER! House of Blues Concerts and MTV2presents Linkin Park, Korn, Snoop Dogg and The Used- HiFi Buys Amphitheatre - Friday,August 13th - HiFi Buys Amphitheatre- Atlanta, GA - Ticketmaster404.249.6400 - price: $38.00 - $53.50 * - doors 4:00pm / show: 5:00pm -all ages - complete details 2004 Summer Olympics Accomodations -Aug14- Aug 28th - Athens Marina - Athens, Greece - Accomodations areavailable for the 2004 summer Olympic games in Athens, Greece. Enjoy the games while staying on a private 50' yacht in Athens Marina,centrally located to most venues. See our website fordetails. Costs: $1495/ person. Contact: 770-517-2992 -Website: www.customsailing.net The Dead with Warren Haynes -Thursday, August 19th - HiFiBuys Amphitheatre - price: $43.50 / $53.50 / $53.50 * - door:4:30pm / show: 6:00pm - ages: all John Mayer with Maroon 5 and DJ Logic- Sun., Aug. 29th - HiFiBuys Amphitheatre - price: $35.50 / $45.50 / $45.50 * - door:5:30pm / show: 7:00pm - ages: all Sting & Annie Lennox with SpecialGuest - Philips Arena - Thu, 09/02/04 - www.ticketmaster.com Labor Day Weekend Cruise to Cozumel withAT&SC - Thurs.-Mon., Sept. 2-6th - Let's join the NewOrleans Members and head to Cozumel! www.travelandsocial.com LABORDAY WEEKEND IN THE BAHAMAS - 09/04/04 -09/07/04 - CROWN PLAZA GOLF RESORT & CASINO - $520.00 PER PERSON -INCLUDING AIR FROM ATLANTA - The Crowne Plaza Golf Resort &Casino at the Royal Oasis is merely 5 minutes from Grand BahamaInternational Airport (Freeport). This renowned resort seems something out of thisworld. This is more than a resort. It is a myriad of powerfulexperiences for those who live life-and love life with a bit morepassion than most. Located on 90 acres of tropical gardens with845 beautiful guest rooms and suites located in either low-rise orhigh-rise buildings, rooms offer views of tropical gardens, ourspectacular resort pools, as well as an island vista views in an luxuryresort environment. Reward yourself at our "Serenity Spa" or unwind atone of two Fazio designed USGA-rated 18-hole golf courses. Enjoya host of daily fun and rejuvenating activities designed to relax and revitalize thesoul. With seven tennis courts, new state-of-the-art fitness center,three swimming pools, including the newest beach lagoon and waterparkpool, an on property straw market and fabulous American style casino,this is a complete resort experience offering a playground with amyriad of possibilities. Feast around the entire resort, sample the marvelous gifts fromthe sea prepared in the unforgettable Bahamian style, or savorInternational cuisine from around the world. Dine overlooking atropical pool, or enjoy a burger at our swim up bar "Splash". There isa diverse community of restaurants here. One for every mood andtaste. Price includes air from Atlanta, 3 nights hotel, andwelcome party for our group. Singlesupplement $120.00. Dove with Dolphins, or snorkle. Lots offun atractions and options. Shopping, water, pools, beach,gambling, dining, Deposit of $100.00 due within 5 days of makinga reservation. Final payment due July 1, 2004. Call Libbyin Atlanta 678-574-4006 or Dollie in Tampa at 727-447-4805 - Sendcheck payment to: Travel Time, 5970 Deer Springs Lane NW, Acworth,Ga. 30101 - Libby Shields - Travel Time - 800-469-0091 or678-574-4006 (In Atlanta) - Dollie - 727 447 4805 or 770 850 0233 -Email her at dolliepb@aol.com - www.dollies-partybook.com Sailing in the Greek Islands - Weekof Sept 4th and Sept 11th - Athens Marina - Athens, Greece -Custom Sailing, Ltd. Singles week in the Greek Islands aboard "your"50' private yacht with captain and crew. All inclusive sansdinner and alcohol. See our website for details. costs:$1495/ person. Contact: 770-517-2992 - Website: www.customsailing.net Tuscany, Italy Trip with Dollie's Party Book- Sept. 18th - Sept. 25th - Includes rount trip air, taxes, lodging,welcome dinner. You arrive in Florence, Please e mail me forseprate details day by day itinerary. Cost: $1,649.00 perperson double occupancy 1 800 469-0091 for all questions and singlesuppl? Price Includes: 100% Excrow Travel Funds ProtectionPlan, Arrival & Departure Transfers, Entrance fees and Luggagehandling, Hotel accomodations, International round trip flight, localtaxes and service charges. Some meals included Welcome dinner,breakfast daily. Sightseeing and lic tour guides. Tour a/cbus delux vehicle - Travel Time Libby Shields 1 800 469-0091direct all questions and bookings. Info: dolliepb@aol.com www.dollies-partybook.com Bravo! Young Patrons of the A.S.O - ASAGeneral Membership Meeting & Symphony Concert - Friday,October 01, 2004 - Bravo! and the ASAinvite you to join us for a free membership-wide reception and concert. Cruise the Canadian and New England Coastwith Dollie's Party Book - October 3rd thru October 8th, 2004 -a 4 night singles cruise to the Canadian ports of St John, NewBrunswick and Halifax, Nova Scotia on Royal Caribbean Crusie LIne'sVoyager of the Seas - Come sail with us on this great ship. Leaves from New York City. Inside Cabin Cat q - $530.00 perperson. Outside Cabins Cat I add tas and port chargeon all cabins of $140.25 per person. $620.00 per person. Balcony Cabins Cat E2 $730.00 per person. All doubleoccupancy. Deposit $50 by check when booking. Seconddeposit of $200 due April 1st. See web site or call Libby finalpayment - 1 800 469-0091 - This ship is one of the mega ships, withmalls, restraunts, golf, climbing wall ice rink etc. www.dollies-partybook.com The Rock Boat - Thurs - Sun., Oct7th - 11th -20 Bands - www.therockboat.com PIXIES - Thursday, October14th - FabulousFox Theatre - The Pixies -vocalist/guitarist Frank Black, guitarist Joey Santiago, bassist KimDeal & drummer David Lovering - haven't performedtogether since they broke up in 1993 after five acclaimed albums. Don'tmiss this historic event! Ixtapan Hotel Spa with Dollie's Party Book- October 17, 2004 thru October 24th 2004 - 2nd Annual trip, so manyenjoyed this great trip and spa resort, we are doing it again. Come back a new person! Seven nights at the hotel and six daystime at the Ixtapan Hotel Spa in Ixtapan, Mexico will simply recreateyou. Ixtapan, Mexico Spa Hotel - 7 Night Hotel Spapackage. With classic, old-world charm, Hotel Ixtapan islocated 65 miles SW of Mexico City. Popular nearby areas includetaxco, the caves of La estrella and the handicrafts of Toluca. Includes 7 nights accommodations, transfers from Mexico City all mealsbreakfast, lunch and dinner and the following great spa times - 6swedith reductive massages, 3 facials, 3 reflexology foot massages 25minutes, 1 manicure, pedicure and hair styling or cut, 1 loofah scrub,1 fango mud wrap treatment, 6 morning walks, 4 aerobic sessions, 5aquatic sessions, 3 choices of either golf or tennis lessons, use ofall spa facilities gym steam sauna whirlpool solarium swiss showersetc. medical supervision is avail. 2 hours per day doctor is oncall 24 hours for privte consultation at an additional fee orientationupon arrival. Offered at a great cost of $1,200.00 per persondouble occupancy incudes all taxes and gratuities. singlesupplement is $120.00 Call for air quote any city. 1 800469-0091 - Deposit $200 when bookingfinal payment Aug 15th. Seeweb site for more details. www.dollies-partybook.com STILETTO CRUISE - NOVEMBER 18-22,2004 - 4 nights on Carnival’s Imagination departing from Miami, FL $412 per/person based on double occupancy. $355 per/person basedon triple occupancy. $327 per/person based on quadoccupancy. Includes a $50 per stateroom credit! CALL TODAYTO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!!!! Speak with IRA MERCADO - 404-233-6446 or 404-591-3257. www.stilettoevents.com Queen Mary 2 Cruise with Dollie's Party Book- Jan 3rd, 2005 - Leaving From Ft Lauderdale, on to San Juan PuertoRico, St Thomas US Virgin Islands - 5 day trip - The ship is thevacation. The 5 star Ritz Carlton of the seas. The longest,tallest, widest, ship in the world. Over $800,000,000.00 was thecost to build her. Our price: Inside Cabins Cat D5$1,038.00including tax and port charge, Balcony Premium Outside Cabins Cat B6$1,388.00 including tax and port charge, FYI the balcony cabins mightof gone up $20.00. We are no longer selling regular outsidecabins with port holes. Again confirm exact availability and costwith Libby at Travel Time 1 800 469-0091. Our cabins are Deck 4& 5 Upgrades avail upon request. Ground Trans avail uponrequest. Air avail upon request. We will take a look at abus from Atlanta, and one from Tampa and figure that cost for thoseinterested once it gets closer. Pre Trip parties will be inAtlanta and Tampa. Go on line www.dollies-partybook.comfor all trips. | | | |