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Xperimental Puppetry Theater
Sun., May 19, 5 p.m.
404-878-3391Theater
Artists of all disciplines join forces to create XPT(Xperimental Puppetry Theater). Patrons can experience these unique short puppet performances and films from 12 different teams. Guaranteed to inspire, surprise, amuse, and provoke. Recommended for ages 18 and older; XPT proves that puppets are not just for kids. $7(Members) and $12(Nonmembers)
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Dog Daze
Sun., May 19, 1 p.m. 404-815-1820Benefits
Diesel Filling Station is partnering with the Atlanta Dog Wizard to present Dog Daze, an exciting doggie-filled extravaganza on Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 1 to 7 p.m. With the help of Justin Hall a.k.a. the “Atlanta Dog Wizard” and trainer extraordinaire, Dog Daze will once again take over Diesel Filling Station’s expansive patio and feature dog-themed contests, raffles, exhibitions, treats, toys and all around fun for both humans and their canine companions. free
870 N. Highland Ave.
Morningside/Virginia-Highland
404-815-1820info@dieselatlanta.com
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Great Atlanta Bicycle Parade
Sun., May 19, 1:30 p.m. 6786122570Festivals/Events
Everyone is invited to ride in the Great Atlanta Bicycle Parade during Atlanta Streets Alive. Families on bicycles will take over Peachtree Street. Bring your kids, bring your parents, deck out your bikes! Line up at 1:30 p.m. at Peachtree and Ellis (MARTA!) and it's all downhill to the High Museum.
Free
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Atlanta Streets Alive
Sun., May 19, 2 p.m.Festivals/Events, Summer Guide
It's taken over Old Fourth Ward and downtown. It's been to Virginia-Highland and Inman Park. This weekend, the fast-growing, no-cars-allowed, human-powered street festival known as Atlanta Streets Alive comes to the city's most iconic thoroughfare. Nearly three miles of Peachtree Street between downtown and Midtown will be closed on Sunday to give pedestrians and bicyclists room to roam, relax, and reclaim the road. Don't miss the bike parade, live performances and music, or the experience of frolicking in the shadow of Atlanta's skyscrapers.
Free
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Spring Bridal Ball
Sun., May 19, 11 a.m.Festivals/Events
This Bridal Ball will feature inspiration showrooms with a Spring wedding theme. It will feature Atlanta's most sought after vendors, five free honeymoon giveaways, and more than $10,000 in raffle prizes. The first 100 brides receive a deluxe welcome bag sponsored by Bloomingdale's. The first 100 grooms receive a welcome bag sponsored by the Art of Shaving.
$12
3300 Peachtree Road
Buckhead/Brookhaven
404-237-1234grainne.mcclain@hyatt.com
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Banjolicious
Sun., May 19, 12 p.m. 404-377-3939Food and Drink
Head down to Big Tex Decatur this Sunday, May 19 for another fun filled, Bluegrass Brunch with Banjolicious. This Sunday from noon - 4 p.m. experience the musical stylings of banjo man, David Stephens and his group of players, Will Robertson, Matt Phillips and Rhett McCallister. Their progressive bluegrass sound harkens to the early folk days of Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan.
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Atlanta Braves: Asian-American Heritage Day
Sun., May 19, 12:15 p.m. (404) 842-1400Sports and Health
Join the Atlanta Braves as they host the 2nd annual Asian American Heritage Day at Turner Field. Participate in our pregame parade and bring a flag or sign to support your heritage. Be in line for the parade no later than 12:15 pm. Line up starts at the Hank Aaron Ramp across from Section 125/129.
Your ticket package includes a seat in the Outfield and a Braves 1984 replica hat. Hat redemption located at Fan Central across from Section 132 during the game.
Members: $25 / Non-Members: $30 / Parking: $10
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Atlanta Streets Alive at Meehan's Downtown
Sun., May 19, 2 p.m. 404-214-9821Festivals/Events, Food and Drink
Atlanta Streets Alive” is a unique event where three miles of Peachtree Street will be traffic-free on May 19 from 2 until 6 p.m., and Meehan’s Public House is located right in the heart of it! There will be a car-free community space for bike riding, walking, playing, dancing and some rock and roll. Be sure to stop by the Meehan’s Downtown pub for great food, drinks and company!
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Flipnik - the 2nd Annual Flip Cup Tourney
Sun., May 19, 2-5 p.m.Special Events
Flip Cup Aficionados! Do you love beer? Do you have 4 friends that love beer? Do you love drinking for charity? Prove it at Matador Cocina with a cheering audience of adoring fans!
FlipNik puts your team of friends head to head with other teams that have probably said derogatory things about your family. Your job is to destroy them on the field of battle through a competition of beer enjoyment and dexterity.
$50 entry fee per team and beer is included.
Spectators enjoy $10 Miller High Life VIP solo red cups...refills included.
All proceeds benefit United Military Care.
Grand Prize for the winning team plus individual prizes... including best team costume! The high level rules are below, but you can get all the details at:
http://www.threepiecesuitfootball.com/FLIPNIK.html
GAME PLAY BASICS
- Each team member will have a cup of beer filled up to the first line in front of them on the table.
- Referees will be at each table. The Ref will designate the end of the table and the player position that will start the race -- this will player #1. The teams can arrange their player positions at the table in any order prior to the start of a Match. Positions remain the same throughout the match, but the order of play shifts. For the second game of a match, player #2 is the new starter, followed by #3, then #4, #5, and finally #1. The sequence for the third game is 3-4-5-1-2, and subsequent games continue shifting sequence.
- All games will begin with a Gentlemen's Start: Each team's starting player holds their cup aloft at the Ref's signal, when both teams are ready. Each starter will then tap their cup on the table, tap their cup to the cup of the opposing starter, and then tap the table once again . When the cups touch the table for the second time, the race has begun.
- Once the race begins, the first player must drink their beer fully, place their cup mouth-up on the edge of the table, and use their hand to flip their cup over so that it lands mouth-down.
- Once the cup has landed and settled mouth down, the next team member drinks their beer and attempts to flip their cup. All members of the team MUST wait to grab their cup and flip until the previous team member has successfully flipped their cup. If the Ref determines a player touched their cup too soon, there will be a 5-second penalty hold.
- The race will continue until the fifth and final cup has been drunk and flipped. The winning team is the first to have their final cup land mouth-down AND settle on the table.
- In the event that the last 2 cups land and settle at the same time, the game will be considered a TIE. See TIEBREAKER rules below.
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Music in the Park
Sun., May 19, 3 p.m.World/Classical
Kebbi Williams presents his 3rd Annual Music In The Park held at the historic Howell Park. Hosted by Nicole Sweeney from WCLK. Featuring performances by: Conductor and Composer Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Chris Dave, Kofi Burbridge, Faun and A Pan Flute, Jiva, The Indie Revenge, The Fourth Ward Klezmer Orchestra, Atlanta Youth Musicians, and many more. This event is FREE and open to the public. Donations will be accepted at: www.musicintheparkatl.org
Free
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Sausage Fest 2013
Sun., May 19, 3 p.m. 404-255-5911Food and Drink, Festivals/Events
Local Atlanta chefs duke it out for the Abe Frommen Sausage King Cup! Live Music from Mercury Orkestar! Beer & shot specials! $10 entry gets you tasty bites of all of the chefs sausage creations! Portions of the proceeds to benefit GA Organics & Operation Homefront.
$10
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Cajun Dance and Party with The Revelers
Sun., May 19, 4-7 p.m.Festivals/Events
The Red Stick Ramblers and The Pine Leaf Boys - two Louisiana groups - join together to form The Revelers and combine cajun, country, blues and zydeco to make music sure to get you moving. $12
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WRAS Fest ft. Part Time, Manray, Mood Rings, Death of Kings, Basement Banshees, & P Villa!
Sun., May 19, 6 p.m.Rock/Pop
$10
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Jack Daniel's Honey Concert Series featuring: Unbreakable Bloodline, Brian Dolzani, H.R. Gernter
Sun., May 19, 7 p.m.Rock/Pop
$5
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