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Sip, Swirl & Savor at Free Wine Tastings at Savi Provisions

Kick Off The Weekend With Wine at Savi Provisions’ Brookhaven and Decatur locations!

Imbibers can also to sip, swirl and savor specialty wines at Savi Provisions Brookhaven on Friday, September 14, 2018. During a special complimentary tasting, wine lovers can relish in the flavors and aromas of five hand selected wines including The Calling Chardonnay, Louis Pommery Sparkling Wine, and Robert Hall Paso Robles Cabernet and Robert Hall Paso Robles Merlot. In addition, this wine tasting is free to attend, the wine tasting is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Savi Provisions Brookhaven is located at 1388 Dresden Drive, Atlanta, GA 30319. For more information, visit www.saviprovisions.com.

Keep the wine train going, because wine lovers can also wine down this weekend at Savi Provisions Decatur on Friday, September 14, 2018. Offering complimentary tastings and education experiences, guests can explore a selection of five unique red and white wines including Born of Fire Red, Intrinsic Red Blend, Raeburn Chardonnay, Terra d’Oro Chenin Blanc Viognier, and Bieler Pere et Fils Rose. This event is also free to attend. The wine tasting is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Savi Provisions Decatur is located at 180 W Ponce de Leon Ave Suite A, Decatur, GA 30030. Finally, for more information, visit www.saviprovisions.com.

September 13, 2018
Grant Park Summer Shade Festival Recap

On Saturday, August 25 and Sunday, August 26, 2018, the 16th annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival welcomed thousands of music and art lovers to Atlanta’s oldest park for two days of nonstop fun!

Presented by The Beacon Atlanta and benefiting the Grant Park Conservancy, the festival kicked off with the annual Adams Realtors Run for the Park 5K on Saturday morning and featured an impressive lineup of live music throughout the weekend on two stages, which included unforgettable performances from Marshall Ruffin, Blair Crimmins, Christopher Paul Stelling, Rock*A*Teens, Front Porch Session Players, and Roxie Watson. Always a favorite, guests sipped, shopped and strolled through the expansive artist market, enjoyed a larger than life Kids Zone and took advantage of the exclusive VIP Lounge.

The 16th annual Summer Shade Festival also had a diverse selection of local food trucks with offerings for all tastes, Monday Night Brewing craft beer, Bold Rock Cider, an array of cocktails and much more. The 2017 festival raised more than 100 thousand dollars for the Grant Park Conservancy and its mission of protecting, enhancing and preserving the park while planning for its future needs. The 2018 festival celebrated Grant Park’s 135th anniversary. Details on proceeds raised at this year’s event will be announced in the coming months.

September 12, 2018
26th Annual Jeffrey Fashion Cares – An Unforgettable Evening of Fashion and Philanthropy

Arbiter of style, Jeffrey Kalinsky, creator of two namesake boutiques in Atlanta and Manhattan, celebrated 26 years of Jeffrey Fashion Cares Atlanta on Monday, August 27, 2018.

PHOTO CREDIT BEN ROSE

The annual fashion forward and philanthropic event was once again hosted by Event Chairs Lila Hertz, Jeffrey McQuithy and Louise Sams. A sold-out evening, Atlanta’s most notable gathered in Phipps Plaza in the heart of Buckhead to enjoy a high-energy cocktail reception and silent auction followed by a live auction and runway show featuring Kalinsky’s style selections from high-end designers including Celine, Christian Dior, Givenchy, Calvin Klein, Dries Van Noten, Sacai, Saint Laurent Paris, Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin and Manolo Blahnik. Kalinsky is also set to open his first West Coast location in Palo Alto.

PHOTO CREDIT BEN ROSE

The 26th anniversary of Jeffrey Fashion Cares benefitted Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta, the Atlanta AIDS Fund (AAF), and the Medical University of South Carolina. Over the course of its history, Jeffrey Fashion Cares has raised more than 15 million dollars for its beneficiaries. For more information, visit jeffreyfashioncares.com.

PHOTO CREDIT BEN ROSE

A special thank you to the 2018 sponsors including: Host of the Night – Phipps Plaza; Toast of the Night – Nordstrom; and Presenting – Blue Sky Agency, eventologie, Jeffrey Atlanta | New York, MAGNUM Co., and The Tavern at Phipps.

September 7, 2018
A Barrel of Chefs Takes Over City Winery for Giving Kitchen

It’s no surprise that Atlanta’s restaurant community will step up when it comes to giving back. On Monday, September 24, 2018, notable personalities from popular Atlanta restaurants will join forces at City Winery for a Barrel of Chefs, a dynamic evening filled with eating, drinking and giving back.

Hosted by Executive Chef Nicholas Anderson of City Winery, the event will benefit Giving Kitchen and feature a five-course dinner created by the combined talent of chefs: Hector Santiago of El Super Pan; Andre Gomez of Porch Light; George Brooks of Botiwalla; Brad Smallwood of The Mercury; Jonathan McDowell of Nine Mile Station; Andy Gonzales of Steinbeck’s Ale House; Woody Back of Table & Main; Chris Wilkins of Root Baking Co.; Arnaldo Castillo of Minero; Christian Perez of City Pharmacy; and Shay Lavi of Rozina Bake House and Coffee.

The welcome reception will kick off at 6:30 p.m. with dinner beginning at 7:30 p.m. The guided experience also includes a specialty craft beer and beer cocktail by Second Self Beer Company, hand-selected City Winery wines made by Atlanta’s only winemaker Travis Green, coffee by Dancing Goats Coffee, and much more.

“With Chef Nick leading the way, it’s clear City Winery is serious about community engagement, care for restaurant workers and being a curator of culinary excellence in Atlanta. We’re so grateful to be involved, and we can’t wait to break bread with some of the best chefs in Atlanta,” says Bryan Schroeder, Executive Director, Giving Kitchen.

Furthermore, tickets to a Barrel of Chefs at City Winery are $150 per person for ages 21 and up and available for purchase at citywinery.com/atlanta The direct ticket link is HERE. All proceeds benefit Giving Kitchen.

August 24, 2018
Grant Park Conservancy’s 135th Birthday Bash and Auction

It’s time to celebrate Atlanta’s oldest park, because on Friday, August 24th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. the Grant Park Conservancy is hosting the official 135th birthday bash in honor of Grant Park.

Kicking off the festivities before the 16th annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival set for Saturday, August 25th and Sunday, August 26th, the high-energy party hosted by The Beacon Atlanta will feature cocktails, delicious bites, a DJ and dynamic silent auction boasting an array of items including sports paraphernalia, getaways, tasting experiences, and much more.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Grant Park Conservancy, a non-profit, membership-based organization with a mission of protecting, enhancing and preserving the park while planning for its future needs and uses.  Tickets are on sale now starting at $35 for ages 21 and up and available for purchase at www.gpconservancy.org/events-programs/grant-park-birthday-gala-silent-auction.  For more information about Grant Park’s 135th Birthday Bash or to learn more about the Grant Park Conservancy, visit www.gpconservancy.org. 

After the Birthday Bash, the Grant Park Conservancy invites music and art lovers to the Grant Park Summer Shade Festival presented by The Beacon Atlanta. The two-day, fun-filled festival on Saturday, August 25th and Sunday, August 26th will once again feature an impressive lineup of live music throughout the weekend on two stages in addition to an expansive artist market, Kids Zone, 5K run, and a dedicated VIP area. Open to all ages and free to attend, the 16th annual festival will also have a diverse selection of local food trucks with offerings for all tastes, cocktails, craft beer and more.  For the most up to date information, visit www.summershadefestival.org.

August 20, 2018
Kick Off The Grant Park Summer Shade Festival Presented By The Beacon Atlanta at The Annual Adams Realtors Run for the Park 5K

Each year, runners, walkers and strollers are invited to kick off the Grant Park Conservancy’s Grant Park Summer Shade Festival at the annual Adams Realtors Run for the Park 5K. Hosted by Grant Park’s premiere real estate company, Adams Realtors, this year’s race will take place on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 8 a.m. and will once again feature a 5K, a free kid’s tot trot for ages 5 and under and a stroller stroll along the course.

Adams Realtors Run for the Park 5K

With all proceeds benefiting the Grant Park Conservancy, the course map start and finish will be at the main entrance to Zoo Atlanta. Participants ages 21 and up will receive a complimentary draft beer with a valid ID and race bib courtesy of Bill Adams and Adams Realtors at Dakota Blue. Registration for the 5K and Stroller Stroll is $25 until August 19th. and $30 after from August 20th through race day. Ages 5 and under can participate in the Tot Trot for free. To pre-register or for more information visit www.summershadefestival.com, racesonline.com or active.com.

The 16th annual Grant Park Summer Shade Festival presented by The Beacon Atlanta will welcome music and art lovers to Atlanta’s oldest park for its 16th year on Saturday, August 25 and Sunday, August 26, 2018. Benefiting the Grant Park Conservancy, the two-day, fun-filled festival will once again feature an impressive lineup of live music throughout the weekend on two stages in addition to an expansive artist market, Kids Zone, and a dedicated VIP area. The festival is open to all ages and free to attend. The festival will also have local food trucks, cocktails, craft beer and more. For the most up to date information, visit www.summershadefestival.org.

August 2, 2018