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• Shop Like a Queen, Dine Like a King

  The Georgia Renaissance Festival is back for its 25^th anniversary. To celebrate, this year features more artists, characters and performances than ever! Rent a costume at the gate and spend the day romping though 15th century England. Order your tickets online to take advantage of celebratory discounts.

  European Marketplace
  Georgia Renaissance Festival
  Weekends through June 6

  World-class shopping in your own backyard! Each weekend, over 150 Master Artisans demonstrate and display their crafts. Here you'll find sculpting, glass blowing, leather working and many other fine works of art for purchase. Have that elusive house ware created just for you, or pick up a few quirky wardrobe additions. Indulge your inner royalty with the delicious, authentic menus. Two can't-miss favorites include whole roasted turkey legs and mead!

  Most weekends the festival features intriguing specials. A few upcoming promos include:

  April 24 and 25 - Highland Fling Weekend
  Enjoy ‘Tartanic' - a jam-packed show of Pipes and Drums music, Celtic dancers, sheep herding competitions, and more! Throw on your prettiest skirt or manliest kilt and compete in the Bonnie Legs Contest.

  May 1 and 2 - BOGO Kids' Admission
  One child (12 and under) gets free admission with each paid adult ticket.

  May 8 and 9 - Mother's Day Special
  The first 100 moms through the gate get a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers!

  Posted Apr 24 2010, 12:05 PM by Alyson Kate with no comments

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• Spa Specials for Spring

  Atlanta Spa Week

  April 12-18

  $50 Signature Spa Services
  
  Atlanta has a caught quite a case of Spring Fever! Citywide, ladies and gents are kicking up pretty pedicures and flashing saucy smiles in celebration of the most flirty season. But wait - what if those Winter beauty sins are launching one last siege from your hair to your toes? Fortunately, Atlanta Spa Week is here to the rescue!
  
  Just to give you an overview: Atlanta Spa Week is a twice-yearly event where the city's best spas choose a few of their signature services and offer them for just $50 each! There's no better chance to make nice with your skin after assaulting it all Winter with heaters, scratchy clothing and fickle temperatures. A quick and easy signup is required to access the site, which offers a complete listing of participating spas. After choosing your spa and service, just call them up and book an appointment for anytime between April 12 and 18.
  
  Now onto the good part - the services! Whether you're looking to touch up those pearly whites, learn a few makeup tricks, or a try whole new cut and color for Spring, Midtown has you covered. Need to soothe sore muscles or unwind from a long day? Buckhead is your go-to community for luxurious relaxation. Great facials and nail services can be found citywide, and you can even try out a few tech treatments - each for only $50. 
  

  Posted Apr 14 2010, 10:18 PM by Alyson Kate with 1 comment(s)

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• 74th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival

  Atlanta Dogwood Festival

  April 16-18, all day
  Piedmont Park
  
  This weekend, Atlanta celebrates 74 years of blossoming trees, tasty cuisines and whimsical creations. Join your neighbors and friends for an unforgettable three days at the Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival! A delightful blend of tradition and innovation, the festival winds throughout the park's lush lawns and casually elegant trees. While showcasing the finest local artisans, food vendors and performers, this year's events also include a few intriguing additions.
  
  In addition to the many vendors scattered throughout the park, a few local restaurants are extending the celebration to your tabletop. For the entire week (April 12-18), 13 of your favorite eateries are offering $25 menu specials and deliciously discounted drinks! Enjoy pub fare with an urban flair at The Nook, Gordon Biersch, TAP and Cypress Street. Glam up your night with a global infusion meal from Spice Market, Lupe, Steel and Ra. Grab a quick and healthy snack from Rising Roll and Evos. Can't quite decide what you're in the mood for? The eclectic menus of Livingston, Straits and WaterHaven are sure to please.
  
  Upon entering the festival, you'll step directly into the Artists' Market. Walking through the park, you can catch glimpses of the country's most creative imaginations. From more than 250 vendors tons of crafts, fine art and modern pieces are available for purchase.
  
  Finally, the festival is proud to present three new villages: the Kids Village, International Village and the Eco-Village. Perfect for the young (and young at heart), the Kids Village offers hands-on activities and challenges to spark creative minds, while live performances set a groovy backbeat. Enjoy mobile art and global culture exchanges in the International Village. The Eco-Village offers a Discovery Center, focusing on sustainable practice education, while LED lights and bio-diesel powers the entire festival!
  
  Open from morning to night, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival is a great place to catch a little Spring fever. Since it's easily accessible from MARTA, there's just no excuse to miss this weekend of sunshine, sustainability and creativity! 
  

  Posted Apr 14 2010, 10:03 PM by Alyson Kate with 1 comment(s)

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• Atlanta’s Cutest Children’s Clothing Boutiques

  If your kids are growing faster than the weeds in your flower garden, be sure to check out a few of Atlanta's cutest children's boutiques to keep their closets full! From chic to sweet, whether you're searching for everyday staples or something for a special occasion, these consignment shops and boutiques have just what you're looking for.

  BBraithwaite - Midtown
  Your single source for rare brands, this inviting, no-fuss boutique offers chic options for every stage of your child's life. Whether you're in need of furniture and décor, clothing and accessories or gifts and gear, you'll find it here.

  Bella & Beau - Alpharetta
  Committed to maintaining a beautiful Earth by reusing beautiful clothes this "designer consignor" shop offers new and nearly-new brand name items at purse-friendly prices. You'll find outfits and accessories for newborns through a size 12.

  blabla - Virginia-Highland
  Featuring artisan collections of hand-knitted items, the enchanting softness of this shop's clothing and toys will leave you speechless. Designed with modern, simplistic patterns, each item feels like a refreshed version of an old friend.

  Hanger-Roo - Chamblee
  This consignment shop offers items for both moms-to-be and kids. Stop in for new and lightly loved clothes for every stage of pregnancy and children's items for newborns through size 14. In-store monogramming is available for many items, just ask!

  Other boutiques with the Mommy Blogger Seal of Approval include Buckhead's Owl & The PussyCat and Oilily, as well as Decatur-based Lemonade.

  Posted Apr 08 2010, 05:20 PM by Alyson Kate with 3 comment(s)

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