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Park Tavern Announces Summer Leg of Performers for Sunset Sessions

Park Tavern is pleased to announce the summer leg of Sunset Sessions powered by Mountain Dew – a weekly, alternative music series in Piedmont Park. First launched in 2015, ALT 105.7 and Park Tavern once again come together to bring Atlantans and visitors alike an incredible lineup of live music from some of today’s most buzz-worthy artists every Sunday for free this spring and summer.

Photo Credit – John Whittaker

The annual series kicked off on April 29th under Park Tavern’s spacious, air conditioned Garden Tent with multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, Kishi Bashi. Since then, the series has hosted an amazing lineup of up-and-coming talent, along with local favorites, including: Gurufish; John Boy & Surround Sound; The Get Right Band; Hank & Cupcakes; Ayo River; and The High Divers.

Newly confirmed artists for the summer dates of Sunset Sessions include: Little Stranger and Scott Zadig (6/17); The Sweetheart Deal, Christina Vane and Anthony Michael (6/24); Magic City Hippies and Machine Kid (7/01); Supper Doppler and Okey Dokey (7/08); Knox Hamilton and Brother Sundance (7/15); Sweet Crude and Caleb & the Gents (7/22); Banditos, The Buzzards of Fuzz and C2 & The Brothers Reed (7/29); Carly Burruss, Wade Sapp and Andrea Colburn & Mud Moseley (8/05); Sam Burchfield, Truett and Catalina (8/12); Southern Avenue, The Vegabonds and The Tito’s (8/19) Stoop Kids (8/26).The Nightowls and Angela Perley & the Howlin’ Moons (9/02). More artists, including the Sunset Sessions finale, will be announced in the coming weeks.

Photo Credit – John Whittaker

Located conveniently off of the Atlanta BeltLine, concert goers can enjoy giveaways throughout the series and the opportunity to mingle with on-air personalities from ALT 105.7 in Atlanta. Plus, fans can try specialty seasonal cocktails, house-brews, 1/2 off sushi from 9 p.m. to midnight, and much more. The free concert series will run through Sunday, September 30, 2018; every show is from 7 to 11 p.m. and guests must be 21+ older to attend. For more information, visit www.parktavern.com/sunsetsessions.

June 10, 2018
Raise a Glass to National Rosé Day in Atlanta

Not that anyone needs a reason to open a fresh bottle of rosé, but there’s no better excuse to celebrate this favorite summer sipper than National Rosé Day on Saturday, June 9th.

Rosé All Day!

Enjoy Frosé and Rosé Specials at Park Tavern

Just time in for National Rosé Day on Saturday, June 9th, Park Tavern has launched new summer Frosé offerings – a.k.a. frozen rosé cocktails to swoon over. A landmark drinking and imbibing destination known for its expansive patio overlooking Piedmont Park, the new Frosé specials include: Whispering Angel Frosé – Whispering Angel Rosé, frozen, then served spiked with Absolut Vodka, available for $10; St. Thomas Angel – Whispering Angel Frosé served with an extra shot of rum, available for $6; and the Russian Angel – the Whispering Angel Frosé and an added shot of vodka (your choice), available for $6. And, just for National Rosé Day, Park Tavern is offering guests 1/2 off all bottles from their rosé wine selection.

For more information, visit www.parktavern.com  or call 404.249.0001.  In addition, stay connected on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/parktavern and Twitter and Instagram at @parktavern.

Imbibe and Thrive on Rosé Flights at City Winery

Located in bustling Ponce City Market, wine lovers can take advantage of a special rosé wine flight at City Winery in honor of National Rosé Day on Saturday, June 9th. Whether enjoying it on the expansive, dog-friendly patio or in the Barrel Room Restaurant and Wine Bar, guests can sip on the $11 flight hand-selected by Travis Green, Atlanta’s only winemaker, that features Rosé of Syrah made off the North Coast, Rosé of Merlot made in Lumpkin County and Inman Family Endless Crush Rosé of Pinot Noir made in the Russian River Valley. Rosé fanatics can also leave with the June Wine of Month selection, City winery’s 404 Rosé, an all-purpose, everyday rosé that’s brimming with ripe fruit flavors from white cherry and raspberry to watermelon and apple for $16. Guests can also bundle it with a City Winery logo trucker hat for $25.

For more info, visit www.citywinery.com/atlanta or call 404-946-3791. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @citywineryatl and Facebook at www.facebook.com/citywineryatl.

Sip on Half Off Bottles of Rosé at Dantanna’s

Celebrate National Rosé Day at the Dantanna’s Buckhead and Downtown locations with 1/2 priced bottles of Pinot Noir Rosés. Patrons can grab a spot on the patio or inside the restaurant and enjoy a selection of rosé offerings. Guests can choose between the La Crema made in Monterey, California, available for $22 by the bottle; Stoller Estate, made in Dundee Hills, Oregon, available for $23 by the bottle; or Van Duzer made in the Willamette Valley, available for $27 by the bottle. To take full advantage of the holiday and leave those taste buds tingling, Dantanna’s suggests pairing a rosé with their signature Tortilla Crusted Goat Cheese appetizer or the Lump Crab & Fresh Berry Salad.

Dantanna’s Buckhead is located at the Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326. Dantanna’s Downtown is located at 1 CNN Center #269, Atlanta, GA 30303. For more information visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.760.8873 for the Buckhead location or 404.522.8873 for the Downtown location. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas.

Finally, looking for more great wine lists and rosé selections? Head to Atlas at the St. Regis Atlanta, ALLORA at TWELVE Midtown, TWO Urban Licks, The Brasserie and Neighborhood Café at PARISH and PASTIS in Historic Roswell.

June 8, 2018
STK Atlanta Offers New Social Hour Menu for Summer
Just in time for summer fun, STK Atlanta is taking happy hour to the next level. Known for it’s high-energy atmosphere and exceptional, signature and seasonal offerings, Midtown’s sexiest steak and seafood house is hosting a new Social Hour in its high-energy bar and lounge featuring an array of wallet-friendly food and drink specials available from $2 to $8.

Available every Monday through Friday from 4 to 6:30 p.m., diners can nosh and imbibe on:
- $2 (each) for fresh oysters
- $5 for select beer, smoked bacon skewers, signature Lil’ BRGs served with truffle fries, tater tots, and chopped Caesar salad
- $6 select wines
- $7 select speciality cocktails, hummus, and the daily ceviche tostada
- $8 jalapeño cheddar grit croquettes, shrimp cocktail, and tuna tartare tacos.
June 7, 2018
Free Yoga Class with Westside Yoga at Park Tavern

Warrior Pose, Vinyasa, Namaste, Repeat.

Yogis can centered during a special complimentary class with Westside Yoga’s founder Amber Barry held in the meadow at Park Tavern on Monday, June 11, 2018. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., all levels of yoga experience are welcome to bring a friend, their favorite yoga mat, a towel, a water bottle, and enjoy the tranquil sunset over Midtown’s picturesque skyline. Attendees ages 21 and up can also take advantage of a complimentary house beer after the class. Held rain or shine. If showers appear, the yoga session will be held upstairs at Park Tavern in the Piedmont Room.

Not only offering a free yoga class, but expert yogi and founder of Westside Yoga, Amber Barry, also shares a few easy-to-follow tips for making the most on the yoga mat.

Tips To Making The Most of Your Spring Yoga Session from Founder of Westside Yoga, Amber Barry:

1. Get Grounded.

Begin your practice with a moment of silence. Stand in Mountain Pose, close your eyes, and draw all of your attention to the points where your feet connect to the ground below you. Remind yourself that you are stable and strong. However, if you are suffering from foot injuries visiting a helpful site like healthcreeds will bring you to the right place to get the best treatment possible for you!

2. Set an Intention.

Keeping your eyes closed, consider the qualities you want to bring to your practice, and repeat that intention silently in your mind three times. If you find yourself feeling distracted or discouraged during practice, come back to that intention, and repeat it again until you feel more centered.

3. Stabilize the Breath.

Yoga can accelerate growth in your life. Yogis call the breath the “life force” (prana). Make the breath the priority in your practice, and you will become increasingly powerful on (and off) the mat. Keep the breath steady, and the sound of the breath will remind you to stay focused. If you lose track of the breath, simply come back to it when you remember.

For more information, visit www.parktavern.com or call 404.249.0001. In addition, stay connected on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ParkTavern and on Instagram, Snapchat and Twitter @parktavern.

Finally, for more information on Westside Yoga, visit http://www.westsideyoga.com/.

For other happenings around Atlanta, visit https://prettysouthern.com/.

June 6, 2018
11th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk Returns This June

Doggies on the Catwalk returns this year for its biggest show to date.

Celebrating 11 years of philanthropic success, Doggies on the Catwalk’s founder and notable Atlanta personality E. Vincent Martinez is taking this year’s event to the next level–25 levels to be exact.

Moving the annual affair to Greenberg Traurig’s Atlanta office at Terminus 200 in the heart of Buckhead, attendees can experience a crowd-pleasing runway lineup that includes adorable pups, local personalities and coveted luxury brands. An unforgettable evening of fashion, fun and philanthropy, Doggies on the Catwalk will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 7 p.m. and benefits Canine Assistants, a non-profit organization which educates and provides service dogs for children and adults with physical disabilities or other special needs. Learn more at K9 Answers Dog Training on how you can get professionals to help train your dog.

“In addition to raising much-needed funds for Canine Assistants, it’s also our mission to raise awareness about the organization and these incredible dogs that not only provide loyal companionship, but help those in need with essential everyday tasks – from turning lights on and off and opening and closing doors – to pulling wheelchairs, retrieving dropped objects and summoning help,” says Martinez. “We also simply cannot wait for patrons to see our new location, that will provide a more intimate and elevated experience and absolutely stunning views of the city. This year’s event promises to be our best yet.” There are trainers that you can contact to get help from in case you want your dog trained try Ridgeside K9 Ohio to know more.

Emceed by beloved media icon Monica Pearson, the event will feature a cocktail reception and a high-energy runway show featuring the season’s most sought after looks from top designers and brands found at SAKS Fifth Avenue such as Gucci, Prada, Givenchy, Saint Laurent and much more. And for the first time, patrons can take advantage of three ticketing options, which includes Pedigree, Top Dog and Good Dog packages:

Pedigree Level

Premium seating, roof top access, VIP pre-party from 5:30 to 7 p.m., select bar, hors d’oeuvres provided by Le Bilboquet, meet & greet with Whispering Angel’s Paul Chevalier, informal modeling from SAKS, Pop Up Shops, couture candy takeaway by POP Events, available for $225.

Top Dog Level

Reserved seating, roof top access, VIP pre-party from 5:30 to 7 p.m., select bar, hors d’oeuvres provided by Le Bilboquet, meet & greet with Whispering Angel’s Paul Chevalier, informal modeling from SAKS, Pop Up Shops, couture candy takeaway by POP Events, available for $175.

Good Dog Level

Select bar, Whispering Angel, hors d’oeuvres, Pop Up Shops, couture candy takeaway by POP Events, limited seating available on a first come, first serve basis, available for $75.

Finally, tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.fashionado.net/doggiesonthecatwalk. Doggies on the Catwalk will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 7 p.m.

May 23, 2018
The 9th Annual Piedmont Park Arts Festival Returns This August

The Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces announces the return of the Piedmont Park Arts Festival on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 18-19, 2018!

With an emphasis on the visual arts and family fun, the ninth annual event is held in Piedmont Park, one of the most respected and beautiful public parks in the City of Atlanta. This year’s two-day event will feature 250 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalwork artisans, glass blowers, jewelers and crafters.

Overlook The Picturesque Piedmont Park

Festival goers can also enjoy artist demonstrations, live music, an expansive artist market, children’s play area, festival foods and more. Furthermore, the festival is free to the public, the event is open to all ages and pets are welcome. The festival is also rain or shine. For more information, visit www.piedmontparkartsfestival.com.

Finally, for other happenings around Atlanta, visit https://prettysouthern.com/.

May 22, 2018