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Taste of Atlanta 2007

October 11 & Sunday, October 12, 2008

General Information

Taste of Atlanta is a 2-day outdoor food festival held in the streets of Atlantic Station on Saturday, October 11 & Sunday, October 12, 2008. The event will feature more than 70 of the city’s best restaurants, live cooking demonstrations from national and local celebrity chefs, live entertainment and the Wine Experience.

 

When & Where

The festival Taste of Atlanta will be held in the streets of Atlantic Station.

 

    • Saturday, October 11, 11am – 6pm

 

  • Sunday, October 12, 11am – 6pm

 

 

There are two ticket types available:

General Admission Ticket:

 

    • $25 Advance or $35 Day of Event

      (Includes 10 Taste Coupons)

 

VIP Ticket:

 

    • $50 Advance or $60 Day of Event

      (Includes 20 Taste Coupons, VIP access into the Wine Experience, and the first 500 people to arrive at the event each day will receive a Taste of Atlanta gift bag.)

 

If you purchase your ticket in advance you will receive a wristband and your Taste Coupons when you check in at the event.

Come enjoy the event activities and food from the participating restaurants. Click here to purchase your Taste of Atlanta ticket today. Tickets are limited, so buy yours early!

What are Taste Coupons? / How Does the Food System Work?

Taste Coupons are redeemed at each restaurant booth in exchange for your food selections. Restaurants will be serving menu items for 1, 2 or 3 Taste Coupons. Additional 5 or 10 Taste Coupons may be purchased on-site in $5 and $10 increments, provided you have an event wristband.

 

A Message from the Event Producer

Taste of Atlanta grew out of a love for our city’s great restaurants. Being food lovers ourselves, we wanted to try them all. So in 2001, we decided to bring them together for a weekend of tasting.

The concept was simple; allow food lovers the chance to explore the incredible variety of flavors and restaurants served up in one great outdoor festival. Large and small, trendy and off-the-beaten path- if it’s good food, you’ll find it at Taste of Atlanta. Our taste-size portions let you sample many different restaurants and find new venues for eating out. Above all, we want everyone to have a great time. In addition to all of the fabulous food, come enjoy a full schedule of cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, and a Wine Experience at Ten Pin Alley.

Food is one of life’s great pleasures – bring your family and friends and come “taste” the best our city has to offer!

Bon Appetite!

 

The staff at Taste of Atlanta

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Argentinian Tango Party

Argentine Tango Party – The Milonga

8:30PM

Salsambo Dance Studio

1427 Mayson Street, NE

Atlanta, GA

404-541-9808

A dramatic night of Argentine Tango sweeps the floors at Salsambo Dance Studio. Come experience the magic of this sexy dance. Sip on a glass of wine, or maybe a gourmet coffee. Catch the eye of a stranger from across the crowded dance floor. Allow the mystery to take you from one dance to the next.

Hosted By: Salsambo Dance Studio

http://www.salsambo.com

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Starlight Musicals

June 13 – August 8, 2008

Annual Bank of America Starlight Musicals

 

Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents the Bank of America Starlight Musicals concert series, celebrating 30 years under the stars. These FREE outdoor concerts provide a great way to enjoy the summer with family and friends. Join us in Holiday Park, Friday nights, 7:00 – 10:00 pm, June 13 through August 8, 2008. The series will feature an exciting line up of bands ranging from pop to country, rhythm and blues to tropical rock. As an added bonus, each week the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department will select a theme and hold a contest for the best decorated seating area.


 

The shows take place on the football field at Holiday Park, which is located at East Sunrise Boulevard and Federal Highway. Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and coolers. Please note that pets are not permitted in the park. We look forward to seeing you out there this summer!


 

30th Anniversary T-shirts can be purchased with a credit card. Look for surprise weekly activities in honor of 30 years under the stars!

In lieu of a Starlight Concert on Friday July 4th please join us on Fort Lauderdale Beach as we celebrate the nation’s birthday with our annual concert, family activities and fireworks.


 

RECYCLE! easily and proudly at Starlight Musicals. Recycling bins will be provided throughout the park.


 

For more information, please call the Parks and Recreation Special Events Hotline at 954-828-5363.


 

  • Read this year's flyer .

     


 

2008 Scheduled Performers:

 

June 13 – The Castaways

(Pop)

June 20 – Rodeo Clowns Band

(Country)

June 27 – Valerie Tyson Band

(Rhythm & Blues)

"Take Your Family" Night

July 11 – Jimmy Stowe & the Stowaways

(Tropical Rock & Jimmy Buffet)

July 18 – Joey Gilmore Band

(Blues)

July 25 – The Fabulons

(Good ol' Rock 'n' Roll)

August 1 – Breeze

(Classic Rock)

August 8 – Hot Brass Monkey

(Nine-Piece Show Band)

 

Decorating Contest Themes:

 

June 13 – Favorite 1978 Movie


 

June 20 – Best Picnic Setup


 

June 27 – Patriotic/USA


 

July 11 – Margaritaville


 

July 18 – Space Exploration


 

July 25 – Christmas in July


 

August 1 – Favorite NASCAR Driver


 

August 8 – Jungle

 

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SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch

July 6 onward

The SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch is an ideal way to relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale’s scenic Riverwalk.  Listen to the soulful sounds of outstanding local jazz artists on four stages from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month.

Picnic by the river or purchase fabulous food and beverages from area restaurants and vendors. 2008 is the 18th anniversary of the acclaimed SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch, produced by the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by SunTrust.

Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome. For more information, call our 24-hour hotline at 954-828-5363.

To have the 2008 brochure mailed to you, e-mail your name and address to  sbrady@fortlauderdale.gov or call 954-396-3696.

Scheduled Performers

July 6, 2008 – National Parks and Recreation Month

With special performances by our Recreation Youth Groups

E – Ruby Baker

CH – Jazzberry Patch

PC – Mantra

LO – Nucklebusters Quintet

August 3, 2008

E – Valerie Tyson

CH – Night Magic

PC – Carl Ferrari and Friends

LO – Dixie Dawgs Trio

September 7, 2008 – Hispanic Heritage Month

Esplanade and Peck Courtyard Stages

E – Remix with Laura V.

CH – Steve B. and Friends

PC – Debbie Orta Quartet

LO – Les Blachut Band

October 5, 2008 – Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Wear PINK Day!

E – Trisha O’Brien

CH – Christina Sichta Quartet

PC – Flute Factor with Meryl Tananger

LO – Raye Stevens Orchestra

November 2, 2008 – Salute to Veteran’s Day

E – Bill Kelbe Big Band

CH – Kevin Lee Campfield Quartet

PC – Harvey Nevins Quintet

LO – The Score

December 7, 2008

E – George Tandy

CH – Martin Hand Quartet

PC – Lynne Meryl Quartet

LO – Nucklebusters Quintet

Key to Performance Locations

E – Esplande Park Stage

CH – Connie Hoffman Gazebo

PC – Peck Courtyard at the Broward Center for Performing Arts

LO – Las Olas Riverfront Stage

Bookings

To inquire about performing at Jazz Brunch, please contact:

Suntrust Sunday Jazz Brunch Entertainment Booking

Stephanie Brady

SBrady@fortlauderdale.gov

Or, send your information and music samples to:

Stephanie Brady

Special Events, Projects and ADA Event Coordinator

Parks and Recreation Department

City of Fort Lauderdale

1350 West Broward Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Please DO NOT call about bookings. Music samples WILL NOT be returned.

Map and Directions

[ Yahoo! Maps ]

Map of the Riverwalk Area (20 N New River Drive E, Fort Lauderdale, FL)

Sponsors

The City of Fort Lauderdale wishes to thank our generous sponsors, without whom this great event would not be possible.

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Denver International Wine Festival

Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 2008

 

 

The premier International Wine Festival In

The Rocky Mountains has expanded to a three-day international celebration of wine,

cuisine and travel!

Join us in the Mile High City for the 4th Annual Denver International Wine Festival. More than 400 wines will be presented by proprietors and winemakers

from around the world! The DIWF will be held at the the University of Denver’s,

newly constructed, School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management (HRTM)

and The Driscoll Center.

Take educational seminars, sample delicious gourmet food samplings and meet

travel experts from top international destinations.

 

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2007 Sponsors

 

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Inaugural San Francisco Ski & Snowboard + Wine Tasting Festival

Nov. 1 & 2

 

 



Event Updates: Oct. 26

  1. 1)One week left!! Don’t miss the event of the season in SF.

  2. 2)Tickets on sale now!! Buy in advance online and save .

  3. 3)Event Sponsors Announced!!

    Click Here to see who’s coming.

  4. 4)Rail Jam riders announced.

    Lake Tahoe's top talent.

 
 

 



Winter Gear Sale
Sip while you shop! Don’t miss the Million Dollar Winter Sports Sale. Get all the best deals on the latest in ski and snowboard gear for the 2008/09 season. more…
 
Day One: Wine Expo
Spend the day sipping your favorite wines and trying new labels, all while exploring the latest from winter sports leaders and top ski resorts. more…
 
Day Two: Brew Expo
Enjoy Nor Cals finest brews and get the inside scoop from your favorite Tahoe resort on park upgrades, winter events and lift ticket packages. more…
 
 



, November 1, 2008

, November 2, 2008

Spend the day sipping your favorite wines, trying new labels all while gearing up for the 2008/09 winter season. more…

Day One: Wine Expo


Day Two: Brew Expo

Regardless if you prefer a pilsner, stout or an amber ale, the Boards & Brew component of the festival has you covered.  more…

FREE LIFT TICKET 
WITH ADMISSION

The inaugural San Francisco Ski and Snowboard Festival will be held on November 1-2, 2008 at the Fort Mason Center’s Festival Pavilion, celebrating mountain culture and the winter sports lifestyle. Join us for two days of wine tasting, beer tasting, interactive booths featuring your favorite brands and resorts and a huge pre-season winter gear and clothing sale. MORE INFO HERE…

Event FAQs

 

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The Ultimate Happy Hour

Tuesdays, 5-8pm.

609 Lounge and Restaurant

609 Eastgate Ave.

University City, MO 63130

314-721-9168

Enjoy unlimited cocktails by Bacardi, Bacardi Flavors, Absolut and Absolut Flavors from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. every Tuesday at 609 in the U-City Loop. $22 gets you your wristband and cup. A second cup cannot be received unless you are willing to pay a second time. Appetizer specials are available as well.

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St. Louis Ballet's "The Nutcracker"

Dec. 12

The Nutcracker is a holiday classic that continues to delight audiences – but never like this! SLB's production is set in the St. Louis 1904 World's Fair era. Join us in the Land of Sweets, watch snow fall, and witness the battle between the Nutcracker and Mouse King. Treat you family to this magical fairy tale by St. Louis' reigning professional ballet company.

For more information:

Telephone: 6369356543

Website: http://www.stlouisballet.org

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Lobster Laughter & Lend A Hand



Thu, Nov. 13


Location:

OUC Park, Camp Down

3409 Maguire Road

Windermere, Florida 34786

Starts at: 6:00 PM

Ends at: 10:00 PM

This is not an all day event 

Description:

6th Annual Lobster Laugher – If you enjoy delicious lobster and an evening of joyful laughter don’t miss this annual fall event sponsored by the Rotary Club of Windermere. There will be something for everyone including a silent auction, celebrity waiters to serve you, and entertainment by the very talented Denny Zavett, comic, musician and singer. Social hour starts at 6:00 p.m. Lobster Level Table Sponsors are available at $ 5,000, Crab Level. $ 2000, and Shrimp Level at $ 900. Individual tickets are $ 65. Last years event sold out early. Get some friends together and enjoy a wonderful evening food, fun, and laughter.

 

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