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USA : ATLANTA - July 2008

Go Shop

ALL STAR MUSIC
( 530 Athens Hwy, Ste A, Loganville. Tel. 770-554-6480 )
www.allstarmusiccenter.com Looking to make your dreams of rock stardom come true? From new and used instruments to sheet music and private lessons, All Star Music has everything you need—except the talent.
CANTONI
( 1011 Monroe Dr. Tel. 404-881-8111 )
www.cantoni.com If “swanky” and “contemporary” are terms you’d use to describe your taste in décor, this 30,000-square-foot showroom offers a wealth of options for your living room, dining room, bedroom or den.
DR. NO’S COMICS & GAMES SUPERSTORE
( 3248 Canton Rd, Marietta. Tel. 770-422-4642 )
www.drnos.com This Cobb County fanboy haven sells an impressive selection of comics and role-playing games, and hosts World Of Warcraft and Magic: The Gathering events.
HALLS OF FINE WINES
( 245 Highland Ave, Ste 170. Tel. 404-254-0818 )
www.hallsoffinewines.com This upscale Inman Park store prides itself on customer service, with friendly staffers eager to help you select the perfect bottle of wine. It also hosts regular “meet the winemaker” nights and other oenophile social events.
JAC
( 245 N Highland Ave, Ste 120. Tel. 404-681-4696 )
www.dearjac.com Returning to Atlanta after five years in the Big Apple, Jaci Effron’s trendy Inman Park boutique is a one-stop shop for NYC-style clothing, shoes, jewelry and gifts.

Go See

ATLANTA BRAVES
( Turner Field, 755 Hank Aaron Dr SE. Tel. 800-326-4000 )
www.atlantabraves.com Emerging star Yunel Escobar and company continue their quest for victory this month, with home stands against the Phillies (July 1-3), Astros (July 4-6), Nationals (July 18- 20) and Cardinals (July 28-31).
FOUNTAIN OF RINGS
( At Centennial Olympic Park, 265 Park Ave West NW. Tel. 404-222-7275 )
www.centennialpark.com An Atlanta tradition since the 1996 Olympics, the Fountain of Rings is the city’s hottest place to cool off in the summertime. Catch impressive shows at 12:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:30pm and 9pm daily.
SIX FLAGS WHITE WATER
( 250 Cobb Pkwy N, Marietta. Tel. 770-948-9290 )
www.sixflags.com The largest water park in the Southeast and one of the Travel Channel’s top 10 in the country, Six Flags White Water has dozens of rides, slides, wave pools and play areas. It’s great for a full day of family fun in the hot Atlanta sun.
SKY HIKE
( At Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Dr, Stone Mountain, GA. Tel. 770-498-5690 )
www.stonemountainpark.com New this summer, this quarter-mile course allows families to climb vertical nets, cross suspended bridges and balance on ropes nearly 40 feet in the air, all while secured to an overhead safety system.
THE COLOR PURPLE
( At The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St NE. Tel. 404-881-2100 )
www.foxtheatre.org Running July 15 through August 3, this musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of love’s power to triumph over adversity. Jazz, gospel and blues numbers dazzle.
“SWIM WITH GENTLE GIANTS”
( At Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. Tel. 404-581-4000 )
www.georgiaaquarium.org Want a totally novel way to beat the summer heat? Then take the plunge at the Georgia Aquarium, the only place in the world where you can swim or scuba dive with peaceful whale sharks. The program, which lasts two and a half hours, also includes a behind-the-scenes tour.

Go Eat

DOLCE ENOTECA E RISTORANTE
( Atlantic Station, 261 19th St NW. Tel. 404-872-3902 )
www.dolcegroup.com With its swanky décor and hipster vibe, this trendy hotspot puts a contemporary twist on traditional Italian. Don’t pass up the Roman-style veal saltimbocca and filet mignon in red wine sauce. $$$$
ENAT ETHIOPIA CAFÉ & MART
( 1999 Cheshire Bridge Rd . Tel. 404-685-9291 )
www.enatethiopiacafe.com Don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you: Enat (which means “mother” in Amharic) offers excellent traditional Ethiopian cuisine. Try the lega tibbs—tender sautéed beef and vegetables seasoned with rosemary and onion—served with delicious injera (flatbread). $$
MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
( 2126 N Decatur Rd, Decatur. Tel. 404-320-0101 )
www.mediterraneangrill.com A favorite with the Emory University crowd for years, Mediterranean Grill offers authentic Middle Eastern and Greek cuisine, including gyros, kebabs and falafel, at prices even college students can afford. $
PARISH
( 240 N Highland Ave. Tel. 404-681-4434 )
www.parishatl.com This New Orleans-style eatery spreads over two stories of a beautifully restored factory. The upper-floor restaurant serves entrées like andouille-crusted catfish, while the ground-level marketplace offers fresh baked pastries and po’ boys. $$$
PARKGROUNDS
( 142 Flat Shoals Ave. Tel. 678-528-9901 )
www.parkgrounds.com This ultra-hip Reynoldstown coffeeshop offers pastries, an all-day brunch menu and specialty teas, as well as a fenced-in dog park for man’s best friend. Try the Hako breakfast sandwich (a batter-dipped French toast bagel served with scrambled eggs and a sausage patty), or nibble on the seasonal berries. $
STELLA
( 563 Memorial Dr. Tel. 404-688-4238 )
www.stellaatlanta.com With its simple menu, accommodating staff and budget-friendly prices, this new offering is a welcome addition to the Grant Park scene. Menu highlights include the organic gorgonzola-and-spinach pizza. $$

Go Party

5 SEASONS BREWING
( 5600 Roswell Rd. Tel. 404-255-5911 )
www.5seasonsbrewing.com Open even as The Prado shopping center undergoes a massive renovation, this brewpub’s excellent menu and even more impressive beer selections make it a popular happy hour hangout.
DOOR 44
( 44 12th St. Tel. 678-949-9531 )
www.door44atlanta.com With its sumptuous red-and-black interior, fashionable dancers and in-your-face attitude, this ultra-exclusive Midtown hotspot is the ATL’s answer to NYC- and Miami-based hipster havens.
HIGHLAND INN BALLROOM LOUNGE
( 644 N Highland Ave. Tel. 404-874-5756 )
www.myspace.com This candlelit hotel lounge set in a historic 1927 ballroom features everything from jazz and swing dancing to burlesque shows and singer-songwriter sets.
LIME TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR
( 4600 W Village Pl, Smyrna. Tel. 678-309-1113 )
www.limetaqueria.com One of the most vibrant hangouts beyond the city limits, this Mexican joint boasts an expansive menu of mojitos, tequilas and specialty drinks.
P’CHEEN
( 701-5 Highland Ave NE. Tel. 404-529-8800 )
www.pcheen.com With a pub-style interior, Belgian beers and broadcasts of UEFA Champions League soccer, P’Cheen has a decidedly international flair. Come late and watch as the packed outdoor patio comes to life.
VRENY’S ALPINE GRILLE AND BIERGARTEN
( 4225 River Green Pkwy, Duluth . Tel. 770-623-9413 )
www.vrenysbiergarten.com Looking for a taste of Oktoberfest? Check out this twist on the traditional German biergarten, where sauerbraten, sausages and wiener schnitzel are served alongside more than 50 types of beer.

Go Day-Tripping

AUGUSTA, GA
( 148 miles east of Atlanta. )
www.augustaga.org It’s most famous as the home of the Masters Tournament, but Augusta has more than just golf. It boasts an impressive roster of African-American heritage sights, as well as a lively performing arts scene.
GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR
( 115 miles north of Atlanta • 1311 Music Hall Rd, Hiawassee, GA. Tel. 706-896-4191 )
www.georgia-mountain-fair.com Held July 16-27, this annual summer celebration features 12 days of music, arts and crafts, carnival rides, live bands and family activities. Kids are admitted free.

Fun Fact!

Atlanta is home to the largest air-traffic control tower in North America.

Compiled by BRET LOVE

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