Posted By ATLCheap on September 2, 2010

In the mood for a day of live music? The Celebrate Freedom Atlanta concert will take place on Saturday, September 4, at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta. The event includes performances by Anthony Evans, Big Daddy Weave, Bryron “Mr. Talkbox” Chambers, Chris August, Echoing Angels, Jonny Diaz, K-52, Natalie Grant, Oswald Brothers, Point of Grace, Seabird, and Switchfoot.

Gates open at 9:30 a.m., and the day ends with fireworks at 11:00 p.m. Bring cash, as parking is $5.

Admission is free, but a ticket is required; you can download one online or pick up one up at Outback Steakhouse, Ingles, or Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee.

Jim R. Miller Park is located at 2245 Callaway Rd SW, Marietta.

–Jennifer Maciejewski

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 2, 2010

Now this looks like fun: From September 8-11, Dad’s Garage will host the 2010 World Domination Improv Festival. The teams (Rapid Fire Theatre, Crumbs, 4Track, Skin & Lungs, and Pete and Pat) will compete in the TheatreSports-style competition.

Want to find out who’ll be world champion? With the $45 Just Seats Pass, you can see 7 of the 8 improv performances (unless you can be at two places simultaneously on Saturday), plus you’ll get a Dad’s Garage pint glass and a beer at each performance.

The showtimes:

• Wednesday, Sept. 8:  Variety Showcase at 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday, Sept. 9:  TheatreSports and Team Showcase performances at 8:00 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 10:  TheatreSports and Team Showcase performances at 8:00 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 11:  TheatreSports and Team Showcase performances at 8:00 p.m., a show in the Top Shelf at 9:00 p.m. (running at the same time as the Team Showcase) & the TheatreSports Battle for First Place at 10:30 p.m.

Dad’s Garage is located at 280 Elizabeth Street Suite C-101, Atlanta. 404-523-3141

–Jennifer Maciejewski

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 2, 2010

Thanks to the Punchline’s weekly email update, you can get a few laughs on the cheap:

• Use promo code “happy” when you order tickets to get a free ticket to see Mike Destefano perform Sunday, September 5, at 8:00 p.m.
• And the email update also notes that you can use promo code “laff10″ to save 50% on tickets to select performances. It doesn’t note which one, but it seems to be working on the time that aren’t marked “No Passes”–Thursday, September 2, at 8:00 p.m.; Friday, September 3, at 10:00 p.m.; and Saturday, September 4, at 11:00 p.m.

You must be 21 or older to attend. The Punchline is located at 280 Hilderbrand Dr., Atlanta. 404-252-LAFF (5233).

–Jennifer Maciejewski

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 2, 2010

I’ve decided that fro-yo tastes better free (though it’s one of life’s little indulgences that I pay for, too):

On Friday, September 3, you can indulge in free fro-yo at Menchie’s newest location in Cumming. They’ll be doling out the tasty treats from 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. as part of the location’s “Meet Menchie’s Night” grand opening celebration.

From 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, the grand opening celebration continues with a bounce house, face painter, and balloon artist. There’ll be (almost) free fro-yo, too–you’ll need to bring a donation for Challenged Child & Friend. You may have some stuff on hand if you picked up extras during back-to-school sales; some of the options include small glue bottles, masking tape, sharpies, stickers, watercolor paints, glue sticks, and tissues.

I’ll keep you posted on free fro-yo dates for the locations opening soon in Marietta & Buckhead, too.

Menchie’s is located in Cumming Marketplace, 905 Market Place Blvd., Suite B, Cumming.

–Jennifer Maciejewski

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 2, 2010

Don’t miss out on these deals, which were posted on Cities on the Cheap :

• Sonic: 1/2-Price CreamSlush Treats
• Boston Market Coupon: 50% off any Family Meal or Market Feast on Sept. 6
• El Pollo Loco: One-Day Deals + Coupon for Free Chicken on September 15
• Quiznos Coupons: $1 or $2 off a Sub or $5 = Combo Meal
• Free Cooking & Technique Classes at Williams-Sonoma
• Free Access to Ancestry.com’s Online Database through September 6
• Saturdays: Free Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Stores
• Free Audiobook on SimplyAudiobooks: “The Stolen White Elephant” by Mark Twain

Today’s mix of deals on Groupon & Plum District include a few that can be redeemed online. For most of the deals, you’ll have until 11:59 p.m. local time for the deal city to purchase:

• Groupon (Fort Worth): $25 = $75 worth of wine at Wine Insiders’ Online Store //got mine
• Groupon (Richmond): $10 = $25 worth of teas from Talbott Teas
• Groupon (Los Angeles side deal): $25 = one-visit pass to Delta Sky Club
• Plum District (everywhere deal): : $50 = $100 worth of jewelry from Mingle Design // possibly limited quantities

–Jennifer Maciejewski

FYI—I’ve linked you to Groupon & Plum District via my affiliate’s link. If you plan to take advantage of a deal & feel like sending a little love my way, please use the link. Thanks!

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 2, 2010

A few good deals on Amazon.com:

MP3:

• During the month of September, you can download a mix of albums for $5 each. To name a few: “Little Voice” by Sara Bareilles (own it), “Infinite Arms [+digital booklet]“ by Band of Horses (own it), “How To Save A Life” by The Fray (want it), “I Learned the Hard Way” by Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings (want it), “Battle Studies” by John Mayer (own it), “Save Me, San Francisco” by Train, and “Confessions” by Usher.
• And there’s a free MP3 download of “What You Need” by Tiga.

Magazines & Books:

• Through September 4, 2010, $5 buys a one-year subscription to Maxim magazine.
• I don’t have a Kindle, but I downloaded the Kindle reader for PC for a few recent freebies (still need to get the reader for my iTouch). Here’s another: For a limited time, you can get a free Kindle download of Motorcycles, Sushi & One Strange Book by Nancy Rue.

As always, the MP3 & Kindle deals can end at any time, so if you click through and the price has reverted back, it’s over.

–Jennifer Maciejewski, Atlanta on the Cheap

FYI—I’ve linked you to the deals via my affiliate’s link. If you plan to take advantage of a deal & feel like sending a little love my way, please use the link. Thanks!

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 2, 2010

There’s a new mix of deals on the group-buying sites today. Since it’s Thursday, most are available through 11:59 p.m. tonight or Friday at 9:59 a.m.:

• Groupon (main deal): $25 = women’s hair cut and style at Fresche
• Groupon (nearby deal): $18 = a Great Smokys Ghosts & Legends Hike ($40 Value) or $30 for a Fontana Family Lake Kayak Adventure ($55 Value) at PaddleFish Kayaking, both in NC
• Living Social: 50% off limo rides from Comfort Limo & Shuttle Services. Four deals available, ranging from $50 ride to the airport to $315 for three-hour ride for 14-20 people.
• My Daily Thread:$27 = $270 Health Choice Centers of Georgia . Bonus: Everyone can bring a friend to get the same services offered in the deal.
• Half Off Depot (Today’s Big Deal): 50% off Ringling Bros. Illuscination tickets; multiple showtimes . (Check this post for other Ringling Bros. ticket deals).
• ScoutMob:50% off at Demure Clothing (Howell Mill) (free coupon) //Got mine.
• Update: Sold out. Plum District (main deal-Atlanta): $5 = $10 at Chick-Fil-A // Got mine. Like the Trader Joe’s deal, the quantity is likely limited, so don’t delay if you want it. Also, the gift card will be sent via snail mail.
• kgbDeals: $25 = Brazilian bikini wax at J.Mont Makeup & Skincare Studio
• Tippr: $22 = 90-minute circus arts fitness class at Circus Arts Institute + $125 = $250 in services from Hare-Brained Productions (belly-dancing lessons, singing telegram, or 1-hour party)
• The Green Half: $18 = $40 wine class at Wine Shoe (~a dozen of each time slot available)
• Adility Deal:$29.99 = three hydro-massages + three hydro-derma fusion skin hydration/rejuvenation treatments at Planet Beach

–Jennifer Maciejewski

FYI—I’ve linked you to My Daily Thread, Living Social, Tippr, kgbDeals, Plum District, & Groupon via my affiliate’s link. If you’re planning to take advantage of the deal & feel like sending a little love my way, please use the link. Thanks!

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 1, 2010

You’ll need to do a little work to save 50% on tickets to see Trey Toler & Friends  (over 30 comedians in 3 days) perform at the Laughing Skull Lounge from September 3-5, but it won’t take long, & it should be fun.

Here’s what you need to do:

1) Listen to one of the eight CMO Radio podcasts on iTunes & post feedback. (Search for “CMO radio”)

2) Email Trey at Trey@VortexComedy.com . Subject line = CMOradio iTunes. Include your name, the name of the podcast, and a copy of your comment for verification. Be sure to let them know what show you want to attend, too.

3) In return, they’ll give 50% off a general admission ticket to any show this weekend (September 3-5, 2010), while quantities last.

If they give you a promo code, you’ll may need to order tickets online or by phone, 877-523-3288.

The Laughing Skull Lounge is a comedy club hidden in the back of the Vortex Bar & Grill on Peachtree Street in Midtown. With only 74 seats, it’s a small space, but that also means there’s truly not a bad seat in the house.

You must be 18 or older to attend, & there is a two item minimum. The Laughing Skull Lounge is located at 878 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 877-523-3288

–Jennifer Maciejewski

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 1, 2010

Thanks to a deal in their email update, you can get $10 off each ticket to Friday night’s 9:00 p.m. or Saturday’s 8:00 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. performances at Whole World Improv.

To get the deal, order tickets online before 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 4. There’s a limit of six discounted tickets per order/party, and you’ll need to order at least two tickets & use promo code “HOLIDAY” to save.

Whole World Improv Theatre is located at 1216 Spring St., Atlanta. 404-817-7529

–Jennifer Maciejewski

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Posted By ATLCheap on September 1, 2010

It’s almost Labor Day weekend, and if you’re a race fan, you know what that means: The Emory 500 Sprint Cup Race will be at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. Want to go on the cheap? Take advantage of one of these deals:

• $59 Frontstretch Tickets: A limited number of seats in rows one through nine of the Petty and Winners Grandstands are available for $59 each.
• $39 Adult Tickets: While supplies last, you can buy $39 adult tickets in rows 1-20 in the Elliott Grandstand; tickets in rows 21-39 are $59 each.
• $19 Student & Children Tickets: While supplies last, tickets are $19 each for college students & children in the Elliott Grandstand, overlooking turn 3.
• $159 Labor Day Family Four Pack: If you’re a) planning to buy food & drinks or b) buying tickets for four adults, this may be a good deal. If not, you may get a better deal by buying the $39 & $19 tickets. The Family Four Pack includes four seats in the lower-level Elliott Grandstand), four hot dogs, and four 12-oz. sodas.
• $149 Premium Start/Finish Line Weekend Package ($260 value): The package includes tickets in rows 29-70 of the Champions Grandstand for both the Great Clips 300 and the Emory Healthcare 500 and a pre-race pit pass for Sunday, September 5 .
• $88 Earnhardt Fan Section. Junior fan? While supplies last, you can get $88 tickets in the Earnhardt Fan Section, located in rows 1-26 of the Earnhardt Grandstand.
• NASCAR Fans-Of-Tomorrow: With adult ticket purchase, children ages 12 & under are admitted free to Saturday’s Great Clips 300 and NASCAR Sprint Cuip Series Qualifying. Multiple children can accompany one adult.

The Atlanta Motor Speedway is located at 30 miles south of Atlanta on U.S. Highway 19 & 41 in Hampton. 770-946-4211.

–Jennifer Maciejewski

FYI—I’ve linked you to the deals via my affiliate’s link. If you’re planning to take advantage of the deal via Ticketmaster & want to send a little love my way, use the links. Thanks!

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