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50 Shades of funny
There's no disputing that the book "50 Shades of Grey" took the world by storm, just as there should be no argument, from those who actually read it, that the book was atrocious. But rather than punish ourselves for reading it, why not take back our power and realize that the only real way to win, is to mock the book and its characters! If you're filled with self-loathing (or not), head over to The ...
The best form of entertainment
The best form of entertainment has always been reading – at least for me. You can be anyone, go anywhere, and learn anything – all from a book. And if you're looking to update or increase your library then The Montessori School of Covington is the place to go today and Friday. Open from 3-8 p.m. Thursday and 3-6 p.m. Friday, the school will have books for elementary, middle and high school-age on sale through ...
Party in the Park
You know summer is coming when Atlanta starts their outside concerts in Centennial Park. This weekend check out Party in the Park with Ellie Goulding, Electric Sons and Passion Pit. Gates open for the one-day concert at 3 p.m., with music starting at 3:15 p.m. and going until 11p.m. – rain or shine. You can even pay extra and get yourself a VIP pass to meet the performers. Keep in mind, Ellie Goulding has played ...
Taking over Peachtree
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have miles of Atlanta streets to wander on your bike or on foot without worrying about being plowed down by a MARTA bus? Well here's your chance to find out! For four hours on Sunday 2.7 miles of Peachtree Street will be closed to cars and open to YOU! You can ride your bike, walk, skateboard – you can travel in any way that does ...
One Tank Trips
The kids are almost done with school, and you know what that means. It's time for vacations! But vacations take time and usually lots of money since you always have to go into those awful souvenir shops at the beach and take a picture standing in front of the giant shark mouth.
East Atlanta style
All the beer you want to drink, live bands, East Atlanta people watching and awesome weather? That's what you've got to look forward to if you get tickets to the 10th annual East Atlanta Beer Festival this weekend. Taste beers from more than 100 different companies, eat some tasty food, watch three bands, listen to some DJs and just chillax in the sun. It's really a great way to spend the day. And you don't actually ...
Local gala celebrates Metropolitan Opera Performance
The Historic Douglass Theatre, in partnership with the Central Georgia Opera Guild, will present the Metropolitan Opera's latest production of "Rigoletto" during a Gala evening to celebrate the operatic production and end of the season. This new version of "Rigoletto" was originally seen live in movie theaters in February as part of the groundbreaking The Met: Live in HD series, which transmits live performances to more than 1,900 movie theaters and performing arts centers-including the ...
Dinner concert to open Madison chamber event
The 11th annual Madison Chamber Music Festival will open May 21 with a dinner concert at Town 220. This spectacular evening of music will feature "the world's first classically-trained garage band," Time for Three. These string players are versatile wonder boys; trained at Curtis Institute, they perform repertoire from Bach to Brahms to bluegrass, from original compositions to the Beatles. They have performed everywhere from Carnegie Hall to jazz clubs, and from European festivals to ...
A colorful Mother’s Day
No matter what mom is into, you can share a special mother's day by painting pottery together. From coffee cups to serving platters, hang out together and paint something that will last forever – or at least until you have slippery hands while unloading the dishwasher. I love this idea, because it's perfect for all ages. You can take wee ones and let them put their handprints on a coffee cup for mom to use ...
Not MY mother’s cooking!
My mother used to make biscuits so hard they would dent walls, and once tried to make a meatloaf in the crockpot. Three guesses how that turned out. So if you mom is like mine – of if she just likes to cook – then get her cooking classes for Mother's Day! The Viking Store has cooking classes all the time. From Italian to pies – they'll teach you right. If you wanted to take ...
A berry good time with Mom
Picking your own strawberries is one of those things that is so much fun it should be illegal. If you were required to pick them, I'm sure it would be much less entertaining, but since you aren't you can feel free to plan and pick and giggle and get muddy – to truly have an amazing time. It's fun for all ages, so it's a great way to celebrate Mother's Day this weekend. Why order ...
To the moon and back
If you mom is a little more adventurous, then the New Moon Kayak Tour might be the place to go this weekend. My mother would tip us both over into the lake, but your mom might be more coordinated. If so, this sounds like an amazing idea. Take a ranger-led tour of Lake Rutledge and relax while watching the stars. The ranger told me that the new moon lets you see the stars better, so ...
Give mom wine, not whines
Take a drive to the mountains to celebrate mom this weekend at Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery, because nothing says I love you like being your mother's designated driver! But this isn't just any old winery. They consistently win awards and were even featured in Martha Stewart Weddings magazine – that's nothing to scoff at. Plus they offer "Napa-style" wine tours and tastings. I have no clue what that entails since the closest I've been ...
Queen for Mother's Day
Does your mom get tired of flowers? Is she bored to death with the thought of brunch rather than sleeping in on Mother's Day? Then read on, because there's no reason you can't ditch the cliché this Mother's Day and do something that will make your mom remember just why you're her favorite child – or why you should be from now on.
Cinco de Mayo at Los Charros
You might not need an excuse to go have some spectacular Mexican food and a couple of margaritas this weekend, but if you want to seem like someone who doesn't normally imbibe, then use Cinco de Mayo as an excuse and head to Los Charros! Not only will you get the grub, you'll also get to watch live bands. And if you are really into the holiday you can celebrate on Saturday at their Honey ...
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Time again for an Artful Harvest
Southern Heartland Arts Inc. will open its annual fall art show, Artful Harvest, on Sept. 4 at the gallery on the Covington square. The exhibits will be on display until Sept. 28. Artists from throughout the state of Georgia will vie for awards in two categories: one dimensional work including oil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media and collage, as well as three dimensional, which will include sculpture, turned wood, pottery, free-form clay, carvings, glass, gourds ...
‘Basterds’ among Pitt, Tarantino’s best movies yet
Trying to categorize "Inglorious Basterds" is nearly impossible. Is it a World War II action movie? Well, sort of. Is it a comedy or a drama? Both. Is it a Brad Pitt movie? Yes, but he's really not in it that much. I guess the best way to describe "Basterds" is that it is the most Quentin Tarantino movie Quentin Tarantino has ever directed.
Are you a BBQ master?
For the amateur in you, here's your chance to shine. On Saturday, Oct. 10, the Covington Lions will hold a Backyard BBQ competition in chicken and pork rib categories. Here's the place for the aspiring cook to get a taste of what the pro competitors go through every week. And, if you think you are really good, come cook in the "Anything But" dessert competition on Friday night. You will have a 20 x 20 ...
You can’t beat the classics
Newton County car enthusiasts don't have any problem getting their fix of classic cars, with two cruise-ins and a car show every month.
Playing His music
Music for God: Alice Walker (left) and Becky Ramsey (right) served as musicians at the Worship Service of the Seminar on Reclaiming Congregational Song at Columbia Theological Seminary on July 29. Dr. Patrick Evans (center), the keynote speaker for the seminar, is an Associate Professor at Yale Institute of Sacred Music and Artist-in-Residence at Broadway Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, N.Y. The worship service also included the 2009 Association of Reformed and Liturgical Worship. These national ...
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker Regional Ballet will be hosting auditions on Saturday, Aug. 22, for dancers interested in being a part of the 2009 performances. Auditions are open to all children ages five and up. Auditions will be held at Mainstream Children's Dance Studio on College Avenue in Covington. Auditions for children five to six years old will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Auditions for applicants seven and up will be from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Six films in, Potter movies still magical
A person's reaction to "Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince" will depend largely on how devoted they are to J.K. Rowling's novel on which it is based. Those who believe any cuts from book to screen are a sacrilege will be largely disappointed. Unfortunately for those fans, studios are not in the habit of making eight hour blockbusters. But for everyone else, the sixth entry into the Potter franchise presents the darkest and most ...
Angela Dames–Johnson releases “What’s Gerald Done Now?: Supermarket Fun”
PublishAmerica is proud to present "What's Gerald Done Now?: Supermarket Fun" by Angela Dames-Johnson of Covington.
Maseyree releases “It Just Gets Better with Time,” begins work on screenplay
They are all back, and the drama continues. In this twisted tale, Andrea, Dorothy, Caroline, Sullivan, Monet and Punkin all have new issues with which they are each faced. Rather battling with bouts of love, death, infidelity, sex, domestic disturbances or unexpected pregnancies, this bunch incurs it all, and no subject is taboo.
Gospel on the square
Singing praise: Early Hope Baptist Church kicked off the inaugural gospel music series May 31 on the Covington square. The series is co-sponsored by Forrest and Sharron Sawyer's WGFS radio program "Thy Brother's and Sister's Keepers" and Main Street Covington. According to Forrest Sawyer, more than 150 people attended the first concert. The series will continue through November on the last Sunday of the month, with the exception of the month of ...
Funnier than you
Listening to Stephen Lynch sing is like immersing yourself in a nice, warm bath of politically incorrect, insensitive bubbles. Sure, some of those bubbles are filled with drug-selling pilots and, well, Satan. But if you like that sort of thing, Lynch's stuff is wonderful. And trust me, you'll like it.
A decade of music
On Saturday, April 18, the Newborn Opry will celebrate its 10th anniversary with the largest lineup of talent ever at Newborn. The Million Dollar Staff Band, which features three-time guitar champion Bob Saxton, champion fiddler Ernest Jump and many more will be backing up the 25 or more singers and acts expected. "We will be featuring many of the acts that have helped make The Opry over the years," founder Bob Thompson said. "Also, we ...
Out of the ordinary
Classically trained violinists are supposed to be proper, and typically they are, but there is nothing typical - or proper - about Bobby Yang, as evidenced during his performance at Eddie's Attic in downtown Decatur over the weekend.
Ye olde goode times
For families and groups of friends looking for a slightly different kind of outing than the run-of-the-mill restaurants, malls and movie theaters, the Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament offers an evening full of non-stop entertainment and hearty fare.
Insider’s guide to Middle East leaders
Former ambassador to Israel, Martin Indyk's new book on efforts by President Bill Clinton to resolve security issues in the Middle East is at times a lively insider's guide into the persnickety personality issues of well-known players in the region. For readers not familiar with the inner-workings of the Arab/Israeli conflict, "Innocent Abroad: An Intimate Account of American Peace Diplomacy in the Middle East" can at times read a bit wonkish with lots of issue-specific ...
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