Still no plans for the 4th?  Well, BiB to the rescue!  Right now you can save $60 on four-packs to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s “All American Celebration.” 

On Saturday, July 4 at 8PM, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will join forces with the U.S. Army Chorus at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park in Alpharetta. The show will feature patriotic sing-alongs and a special fireworks celebration following the concert.  For a mere $75, The Family Four Pack includes 4 General Admission Lawn Tickets, 4 Lawn Chair Rentals, 4 Food Baskets, and 1 Parking Pass ($18.75 a person).  This event promises to be exciting and fun, and would be a terrific way to celebrate our nation’s Birthday!

**the offer is valid on 4 more shows between now and August 15th**

For the next 48 hours the Georgia Aquarium is offering $10 OFF tickets to Jazz Journeys.  A success the last 2 years, this cool and upbeat event is an ideal way to chill on warm summer Friday’s.  In addition to great live music and an awesome atmosphere, this year Jazz Journeys will be complemented with drink specials and a special Jazz Bites menu featuring three gourmet packages, specially created by Wolfgang Puck Catering.  The concerts start May 8 and run through September 25, but the discount is **only available for the next 48 hours**, so pick a date and book now!

Spring is here and that can only mean one thing in Atlanta: the Atlanta Dogwood Festival is back! The Dogwoods are in bloom, and hundreds of artists from around the country will set up their tents for the 73rd Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival which is going on this entire weekend April 17,18, &19th!  Check out their website Atlanta Dogwood Festival to get more details on the children’s activities, canine competition, music performers and more.  The Festival is a Free event for all to enjoy.

Preview Party

Thursday, April 16: 6:30-8:30 PM

For Dogwood lovers who just can’t wait for the festival to start, the Thursday night Preview Party will grant them early access. On Thursday, April 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., guests can get an artist preview, sip cocktails and enjoy the delightful crooning of Michel Innocent. The Preview Party takes place in the Pavilion and are $12 in advance or $15 at the door.

Open Air Comedy Club – Lake Clara Meer Dock Stage

Friday, April 17: 8:00 PM

Friday is comedy night at the Dogwood Festival’s Open Air Comedy Club at the dock stage on Lake Clara Meer. The fun begins at 8:03 p.m. with a half-hour stand-up comedy show by Jeff Justice’s Comedy Workshoppe Graduates, followed by a full hour of improv from Dad’s Garage Theatre Company. Guests can enjoy cocktails in the ZonePerfect Art Bar before the show. A limited amount of tickets for comedy night are $12 in advance or $15 at the door.

Friends of Dogwood – Pavilion

Saturday, April 18 & Sunday, April 19: 1-5 PM

It’s a new tradition at a 73-year-old festival, and the “Friends of Dogwood Pavilion” could be the best way to enjoy the Atlanta Dogwood Festival. This ticketed event that became part of the Dogwood Festival in 2008 will offer a special area on Saturday and Sunday featuring some of the neighborhood’s favorite restaurants combined with specialty beverages. Participating restaurants include South City Kitchen, Babette’s Cafe, 4th & Swift, Genki, Metrotainment Bakery, Fritti, Twisted Taco and others to be announced soon! This ticket includes FREE ADMISSION to the Thursday Night Preview Party!

**Music has long been considered a refuge and escape, and I think now, more than ever, we could all use a break!  We have found a couple of great opportunities for you to drown your woes in melody without sinking your budget!**

MARCH MUSIC MADNESS: with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra:

For 8 days only, starting at noon 3/8, all tickets to all concerts are reduced to $25!!!  Visit the website to purchase: http://www.atlantasymphony.org/allseats25

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