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Wednesday, November 6, 2002
On Wednesday night, how about eating dinner at the City
Grill or Haveli Indian Cuisine? 20% of your bill will
be donated to Project Open
Hand, which serves freshly cooked, home delivered meals
to Atlantans with AIDS & other critical illnesses.
Thursday
you can take in the Elvis
Costello concert at the Tabernacle or catch the Women's
Final Four Test Game where the Georgia
Tech Women will take on an
all-star group of Premiere Players
at
the Georgia Dome. Before you do either of those, head to one
of Downtown Atlanta's art galleries for First
Thursdays.
On Friday, Dailey's
is having a Grand Marnier Dinner after work - $59.95 per person
gets you an all-inclusive 4 course dinner...not too shabby!
Saturday seems like a nice day for a scavenger hunt! Take
part in Reality
Adventures Race where you and your team race around town
using Marta to follow and find clues, complete challenges
at clue locations, and race to the finish line for the $2000
first prize. Everyone is then invited to the after party to
keep the fun going.
On Saturday night join us at Icon
for the premier of "Fairlie-Poplar Martini Night."
There will be free
hors d'oeuvres and plenty of of drinks for you to wash them
down with! After that, the
T. Woods Trio, an EXCELLENT jazz band will be playing - no
cover - at Mumbo Jumbo...not
to be missed!!!
The Thrashers
have two games next week...one on Monday and one on Wednesday.
Be sure to head to Phillips Arena to see some ice action!
With so much going on, how can you not have a great week?
For
happenings outside of the
downtownATL area, "Atlanta
Illustrated" is your ticket. Highlights this week
include CANSTRUCTION
@ Colony Square from November 8-16, The Friday
Frenzy @ Tangier on Friday, and The 1st
Annual Decatur Wine Tasting Festival in Decatur on Saturday.
Hope to see y’all real soon
downtownATL!
Erich Starrett
President
Atlanta Downtown Neighborhood Association
e_rich1@hotmail.com
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WED NOV 6 - Dining Out for Life @ City Grill & Haveli
Indian Cuisine
THU
NOV 7 - First Thursdays
WED
NOV 6 and 7
- Elvis Costello @ The Tabernacle 9p
THU NOV 7 - Women's Final Four Test Game @ Georgia Dome
7p
FRI NOV 8 - Concert for a Landmine Free World
@ The Tabernacle 8p
FRI NOV 8 - Grand Marnier Dinner @ Dailey's 6:30p
SAT NOV 9 - Reality Adventures' Great Marta Race
SAT NOV 9 7:30p - T. Woods Trio @ Mumbo Jumbo
SAT
NOV 9 - Fairlie-Poplar Martini Night @ Icon 8p
SAT NOV 9 - India Arie @ The Atlanta Civic Center
8p
SUN NOV 10 - Welcome Chef Albrecht @ Spice 6:30p
MON NOV 11 - Thrashers vs. Calgary Flames 3p
WED NOV 13 - Thrashers vs. San Jose Sharks @ Phillips Arena
7:30p
THU NOV 14 - Good Morning America @ SunTrust Plaza 7am
FRI
NOV 15 - Sweetwater Dinner @ City Grill 6:30p
SAT
NOV 16 - Heartrek 2002 @ Turner Field 9a
SAT NOV 16 - World Gala @ The SunTrust Plaza, Garden Offices
7p
MON NOV 18 - Cheese Makes the Party @ Eno & Barrelman
6p
Thu NOV 21 - Thursdays at The Biltmore 5p
FRI NOV 22 - Holiday in Lights Opening Night @ Centennial
Olympic Park 6p
FRI NOV 22 thru JAN - Ice Skating Rink @ Centennial Olympic
Park
FRI NOV 22 - Janeane Garofalo @ The Tabernacle 8p
SAT NOV 23 - Tailgate Republic Art Sale @ Eyedrum
TUE NOV 26 - 19th Annual National Clogging Convention @ Westin
Peachtree Plaza
SUN
DEC 15 - Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl Classic for Kids @ Phillips
Arena 1:30p
FULL
INFO
WED NOV 6
Dining Out for Life @ City Grill & Haveli Indian Cuisine
Dine out at some of Atlanta's best restaurants (breakfast,
lunch and dinner) and 20% of your bill will benefit Project
Open Hand, serving freshly cooked, home delivered meals to
Atlantans with AIDS & other critical illnesses. Each $3.50
raised provides a meal for a man, woman or child in need.
For more information call (404) 419-3307 or visit http://www.projectopenhand.org.
The
City Grill
50 Hurt Plaza
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(404)524-2489
http://greathospitalityrestaurants.com/citygrill/
THU NOV 7
First Thursdays
The delight of a crisp autumn evening is enhanced at First
Thursdays Art Walk. Join your friends for a visit to Downtown's
art galleries. Held this First Thursday of every month, Downtown's
only art walk is a "must do" in Atlanta. For more
information visit the
website.
NOV
6 & 7
Elvis Costello @ The Tabernacle 8p
Appearing with special guest Laura Cantrell.
The
Tabernacle
152
Luckie Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-659-9022
http://www.tabernaclemusic.com/
http://www.atlantaconcerts.com/tabernacle.asp
THU NOV 7
Women's Final Four Test Game @ Georgia Dome 7p
This event, at the Georgia Dome, serves as a test run for
next year's Women's Final Four being held in the Dome in April
2003. An all-star group of Premiere Players will take on the
GA Tech women's basketball squad. Tickets are just $4 for
adults and $2 for kids -- so it can be a great way to take
the family for a night downtown and support basketball in
Atlanta
Call 1.888.tech.tix for tickets.
Georgia
Dome
One Georgia Dome Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30313
For GA Dome: (404) 223-8427
For Atlanta Falcons: (404) 223-8000
http://www.gadome.com/
http://ramblinwreck.ocsn.com/sports/w-baskbl/sched/geot-w-baskbl-sched.html
FRI NOV 8
Concert for a Landmine Free World @ The Tabernacle 8p
Starring Mary Chapin Carpenter, Emmylou Harris, Bruce Cockburn,
and Patty Griffin.
The
Tabernacle
152
Luckie Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-659-9022
http://www.tabernaclemusic.com/
http://www.atlantaconcerts.com/tabernacle.asp
FRI NOV 8
Grand Marnier Dinner @ Dailey's 6:30p
59.95 per person (all inclusive)
4 Course dinner.
Dailey's
17 International Boulevard
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
404-681-3303
http://greathospitalityrestaurants.com/Daileys/
SAT
NOV 9
Reality Adventures' Great Marta Race
You and your team race around town using Marta to follow and
find clues, complete challenges at clue locations, and race
to the finish line for the $2000 first prize. Everyone is
then invited to the after party to keep the fun going. More
info at http://www.realityadventure.com
SAT NOV 9 7:30p
T. Woods Trio @ Mumbo Jumbo
Live music with no cover charge. Hope you can come out and
say hi!
Mumbo
Jumbo
89 Park Place NE
Atlanta, GA 30303-2510
(404) 523-0330
http://www.mumbojumbo-atl.com/
SAT NOV 9
Fairlie-Poplar Martini Night @ Icon 8p
Free hors d'oeuvres will be served and the "Fairlie-Poplar"
martini will be unveiled and on the menu as well.
Icon
85
Poplar St
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 827-0040
http://www.iconbarandbistro.com
SAT NOV 9
India Aria @ The Atlanta Civic Center 8p
With special guests Slum Village
and Floetry
Atlanta
Civic Center
395 Piedmont Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-523-6275
http://www.atlantaciviccenter.com/
SUN NOV 10
Welcome Chef Albrecht @ Spice 6:30p
Join Spice as we celebrate the
Executive Chef appointment of Chef Paul Albrecht - a true
culinary legend. Delight your senses with signature items
from our new winter menu and enjoy complimentary wine and
champagne. Please RSVP to 404-875-4242 by November 6.
Spice
793 Juniper Street
404.875.4242
http://www.spicerestaurant.com
MON NOV 11
Thrashers vs. Calgary Flames 3p
Philips
Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000
http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1
WED NOV 13
Thrashers vs. San Jose Sharks @ Phillips Arena 7:30p
Philips
Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000
http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1
THU NOV 14
Good Morning America @ SunTrust Plaza 7am
Producers for ABC-TV's "Good
Morning America" show have selected SunTrust Plaza as
the venue to host a live broadcast of the popular morning
show in Atlanta. Join us outside the building as we welcome
Diane Sawyer, Charlie Gibson, Robin Roberts, Tony Perkins
and correspondents Laura Spencer and Alex Cambert to Atlanta.
For more information call 404-614-5000.
FRI
NOV 15
Sweetwater Dinner @ City Grill 6:30p
4 course dinner at $50.00 (all
inclusive)
The
City Grill
50 Hurt Plaza
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(404)524-2489
http://greathospitalityrestaurants.com/citygrill/
SAT NOV 16
Heartrek 2002 @ Turner Field 9a
In its 23rd year, Heartrek is a race benefitting the American
Heart Association.
10k Run begins at 9am
5k Fun Run begins at 10:30am
5k Heart Walk begins at 10:30am
$20 if registration received by November 8
$25 after November 8
$30 on race day
For more information call 678-385-2051
Turner
Field
755 Hank Aaron Drive
Atlanta, GA 30315
(404) 522-7630
http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/atl/ballpark/atl_ballpark_history.jsp
SAT
NOV 16
World Gala @ The
SunTrust Plaza, Garden Offices 7p
The World Trade Center Atlanta is pleased to announce our
annual Black Tie World Gala. The theme for this year's event
is Global Arts, Literature and Ambiance. In collaboration
with Atlanta's International Business Community, this event
promises to be an evening bringing together international
business leaders, companies and members of the international
community in Atlanta. We invite you to come and share in an
evening of laughter with "The Wit and Wisdom of Winston
Churchill" as shared by our Guest Speaker, Dr. Elliot
Engel.
The World Gala promises to be a multicultural evening featuring
works by internationally acclaimed artists John Portman (United
States), Ling Yan Zhang (China), Monica Ruiz (Colombia) and
Sylvia de Villiers (South Africa). Delight in Music,
Dance and Performances from around the globe performed by
World Mambo Jazz (Latin Jazz), Africa Sogaye (West Africa),
and Flamenco guitarist Ednaldo Quieroz accompanied by Daniel
Stern and Faith Carmichael.
Registration costs are $95 for members and $125 for Guests.
To register, please please contact Patrick Tonui at 404-880-1562
or contact via email at patrick@wtcatlanta.com.
http://www.wtcatlanta.com
MON NOV 18
Cheese Makes the Party Event to Benefit Atlanta Opera @ Eno
6p
ENO restaurant and Barrelman along with the Southeast United
Dairy Industry Association (SUDIA) host the event to showcase
todays American-made cow's milk cheeses as rivaling European
cheeses in taste, quality and beauty and to support the Atlanta
Opera, Chefs Graham Duncan of City Grill, Jamie Adams of ENO,
Johannes Klapdohr of Nikolai‚s Roof, and Jonathan St.
Hilaire of Spice will each prepare two recipes that include
domestic cow‚s milk cheese(s). Guests will have the opportunity
to sample a variety of cheese dishes along with wines paired
by Doug Strickland of ENO and Barrelman. The recipes featured
will be available for guests to take home and add to their
collection. Jazz guitarist Dave Frackenpohl will provide musical
entertainment.
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by calling MHPR at 404-261-7080.
Advanced reservations are suggested, tickets are limited.
Complimentary parking will be available.
For more information contact:
Maizie Hale/ Jennifer Sturgeon
Maizie Hale Public Relations
404-261-7080 Phone
Eno
800 Peachtree St
Atlanta, GA 30308-1245
(404) 685-3191
http://www.eno-atlanta.com/
Thu NOV 21
Thursdays at The Biltmore 5p
Join us on the third Thursday of each month from 5 - 8 pm
in the lobby of the historic Biltmore as we raise a glass
together toasting good times in Atlanta. The Biltmore... where
today's business professionals and socialites still come together
to share ideas and celebrate special occasions. Cash Bar.
Hors D'Ouevres by Chef William Neal. Park at the Bellsouth
deck on W Peachtree. www.novareevents.com/events.htm
or call 404-962-8700 for further info.
FRI NOV 22
Holiday in Lights Opening Night @ Centennial Olympic Park
6p
With all the folks moving downtown, Centennial Olympic Park
would like to extend the opportunity for people to get to
know their neighbors and get into the holiday spirit at the
park's opening night of Holiday in Lights. Area residents
can skate for 90 minutes for just $5, including skate rentals!
The Neighborhood Night kicks off at 6 p.m. and runs until
11 p.m. For more information call Kellie Barnes at 404-223-4203.
Centennial
Olympic Park
404.222.PARK (7275)
http://www.centennialpark.com/
FRI NOV 22 thru JAN
Ice Skating Rink @ Centennial Olympic Park
Admission:
1.5 hours of skating - $5
Skate rentals - $2
Rink Hours:
Nov. 22 - Dec. 14
Monday - Thursday, 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday, 4:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Dec. 15 - Jan. 5 (closed Christmas Day)
Sunday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
The only place in Atlanta where you can find outdoor ice skating
is in Centennial Olympic Park! The ice skating rink features
a three-inch thick sheet of real ice, covered observation
seating, theatrical lighting on the ice, and decorative lighting
in the trees surrounding the rink. It's a popular attraction
for downtown shoppers and visitors during the holiday season.
The rink is open from Nov. 22 through the first week of January.
Centennial
Olympic Park
404.222.PARK (7275)
http://www.centennialpark.com/
FRI NOV 22
Janeane Garofalo @ The Tabernacle 8p
The
Tabernacle
152
Luckie Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-659-9022
http://www.tabernaclemusic.com/
http://www.atlantaconcerts.com/tabernacle.asp
SAT
NOV 23
Tailgate
Republic Art Sale @ Eyedrum
Artists! Load up your original work and bring it to Eyedrum
where people will buy it for gifts and for thier own enjoyment!
Shoppers! Get a jump on holiday gift buying, with great work
from local artists... You know you wanna! Music by A Golden
Summer, made up of Claire Campbell, Gary Kellam, Heather McIntosh
and Jamie Shephard. It features cello, slide guitar, singing
saw and trap drums. Lotsa harmonies.
Eyedrum
290 MLK Jr. Ave
Suite 8
Atlanta, GA 30303
404.522.0655
http://www.eyedrum.org
TUE NOV 26
19th Annual National Clogging Convention @ Westin Peachtree
Plaza
Join us as C.L.O.G. presents the 19th Annual National Clogging
Convention. Enjoy some of the world's finest workshops, seminars,
activities and fun dances conducted by a who's who in international
clogging instruction. Make plans to attend now and experience
exciting Atlanta, the "Gateway to the South"! You
won't want to miss all the excitement and fun as cloggers
from around the world gather for this annual event to celebrate
clogging together! For more information visit http://www.clog.org/.
MON DEC 2
Bruce Springsteen @ Phillips Arena
7:30p
Philips
Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000
http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1
SUN DEC 15
Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl Classic for Kids @ Phillips Arena 1:30p
Game 1 - 1:30p UGA vs. Gonzaga
Game 2 - 4:00p GT vs. UT
Tickets - $35.00, $25.00, & $20.00.
Groups of 10 or more start at $10.
Philips Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000
http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1
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