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Wednesday WindDown is winding down. After four months of FREE evening concerts of everything from jazz to contemporary music, the series is wrapping up at the end of this month. And with that being said, you better believe they’re going out with a bang!

You can pack a basket or enjoy delicious food from one of the vendors inside the park. Alcohol is not allowed to be brought in to Centennial Park, but can be purchased once inside. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the mellow sounds of…

• September 1: Lola, 2Tunes Woodall
• September 8: Mo’Soul
• September 15: Flako & Jona
• September 22: Rhonda Thomas, Claudia Hayden
• September 29: Season Finale

Don’t miss out Reserve at Lenox Park! This last month is going to be a blast, so you better be sure and come out to Centennial Park.

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Which would you rather: All You Can Eat or All You Can Drink? Either way you’re probably going to feel it the next day. But hey, it’s the weekend so why not do both? Saturday is playing host to the Atlanta German Bierfest in Woodruff Park and Sunday brings AYCE to TWO Urban Licks. All I can say is pace yourself.

Saturday’s German Bierfest is the 7th held and for good reason. There will be 30+ beers at the annual gathering for you to sample as well as local band The Conditionals, Bavarian band The Bavarian Express and DJ Eric ZBD  will be spinning on the turntables. All you have to do is be at least21 and buy a ticket for 30 bucks in advance ($35 at the gate). Get a few friends together and get to the park around 2 p.m. and enjoy the day!

If you’re able to make it to TWO Urban Licks on Sunday it will be well worth it. The deal includes an AYCE entree for $21 and it includes beer and wine. You just have to get there before 7 p.m. and a reservation is required. If you follow those stipulations you should have an amazing dinner and be back home in time for True Blood.

Do one or the other or even both. Either way the weekend will be a good one. Do you think you’ll make it out Reserve at Lenox Park?

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It’s no secret that Georgia State University has been prepping for their first football game of the school’s history. I remember hearing about it about four years ago when it was just a rumor, but it’s now a reality. And September 2nd is right around the corner. You can literally stick your head around the corner and see Georgia State taking the field against Shorter College at the Georgia Dome.

Twenty-ten even feels different. It’s not just another football season, the city of Atlanta is aglow with pride and anticipation for September, 2nd 2010 at 7:30 p.m. Will they win? It doesn’t even matter, in fact, this season doesn’t matter. Just the fact that Georgia State now has a football team is victory enough. It’s one of the four biggest school’s in Georgia and it finally has a football team.

There’s so much pride at the university that the athletic department went out and got a new fight song created for the occasion. It’s just been released; what do you think about it:

Will you Georgia State University Alums be attending any games? What about you, residents at Reserve at Lenox Park? If you want to support the newly birth team check out the schedule for the 2010 season. You’ll undoubtedly be stuck in either Tech or State’s football traffic, so you might as well go to the games.

Apartment living can be a joyous experience…especially with a pet. While most owners opt for a cat, as cats allow you to not be tied to walking and exercising, dogs can be well adjusted and happy with apartment living, too!

Personally, I couldn’t live without my Boxer, Hooper, and would consider taking on a large breed of dog for apartment living…well, maybe just Boxers! But I have complied a short list of dogs I think would be suitable for apartment living.

• Boxers – This breed is well-adjusted to just about anything you throw at them. As long as they get the required exercise they need for about an hour, they should be just fine. People considering this breed should take into account their activity level. No couch potatoes need apply!
• Boston Terriers – Another breed that tends to do well in apartments. Lots of exercise, but lots of love!
• Pugs – Wrinkly butts and curly tails. This breed does well in apartment living. Requires moderate exercise.
• English bulldog – More wrinkles! This short and stout breed does well in apartments. Easy to get along with, but might require more cleaning up!
• Labs – An excitable dog, but this breed does need his daily exercising, too!
• Border Collies – Border Collies are one of the most intelligent breeds. You shouldn’t have any trouble training this one as he is extremely smart!
• Collies – You probably won’t get a Lassie, but this breed is fairly quiet, but does require a good deal of maintenance. Lots of brushing!

Those are my picks! I tried to make sure I touched on big, but friendly dogs. You know, dogs that are good with children and make an affectionate household member of your Reserve family.

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We have a new poll up everyone! Which of the Buckhead Life Restaurant Group’s restaurants would you rather eat at? Let us know!

Sometimes it’s bounced, sometimes it’s rolled and sometimes it has a spin on it. Whatever way it’s coming at you you have to kick it to win it! Yep, I’m talking about kickball and its awesomeness. I know you played as a kid and probably haven’t played since, but it’s time to tie those laces tight and get back on the field.

GOKickball’s Fall Registration is open right now until August 30th; all you have to do is get a team together (at least 11; 7 men and 4 women) and sign up! They play games all over Atlanta including at Piedmont Park which is only about 15 minutes from The Reserve at Lenox Park.

You pay about $55 for an eight game season, you get a GOKickball “jersey” and you have loads of fun! What more can you ask for? As you can probably tell, I’ve planned before. Actually I’ve played the past two seasons, so take my word for it! It’s a blast.

How would you like to see Toby  Keith live in concert?

All you have to do is enter the “Who’s your  hero?”  contest on  South 107.1 FM.  Tell  the station about a person who’s made a difference in your life and describe touching/ memorable situation.  If your story wins, that person can be honored at Toby Keith show with Trace Adkins as the special guest.

The show is September 2nd at the Aaron’s Amphitheater at Lakewood!

Five winners will be selected and the stories will be featured on south107.com.

Good luck!!!

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Who loves independent films? I do, I do!

For the entire month of August, short films will be presented at the Plaza Theatre.  Here’s the schedule:

August 6 – 8:
Atlanta Shortsfest
at the Plaza Theater and the Highland Inn Ballroom

August 13 – 15:
Atlanta Horror Film Festival
at the Spring4th Center

August 17 – 22:
DocuFest Atlanta
at the Carter Center

August 27 -29:
Atlanta Underground Film Festival
The Goat Farm, Eyedrum, Highland Inn Ballroom Lounge

There’s also volunteer opportunities for those who would like to participate. It provides people with the chance to sample hundreds of creative films.

For more information, go to the Independent Film website.

Reserve at Lenox Park residents are invited!!!

So come on out!

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Get your laugh on this weekend at the Atlanta Comedy Festival!

It’s happening at the Apache Cafe this Saturday, from 8:00-10:00 p.m.  The tickets are only $10-$15!  It’ll be filled with some of the nation’s most popular comedians.   Seats are limited, so you should definitely come early!

I can’t wait.  It’s always nice to get some comic relief after a hard day of work! All guests, 18 and older are invited.

Here’s a list of some of the featured comedians that will take the stage:

• J.J. Williamson
• Ron G.
• Vanessa Fraction
• Lavar Walker
• Rodney Perry
• and more

Have Fun!

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Come out to the Suwanee’s Town Center Park this Friday (July 30) to see “Footloose” the musical.  It’s being presented by Suwanee Performing Arts,  a non-profit community arts organization.  The production features some of North Georgia’s most talented performers… you won’t be disappointed!

“Fancy Free,” a new musical will also be performed this Friday and Saturday!  That’s two great shows in one day!

Shows start at 7:30 p.m.  Call 678.910.7184 for more information!

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