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Good Neighbor Day Air Show at DeKalb Peachtree Airport

admin | May 29, 2009

On Saturday, May 30, head to DeKalb Peachtree Airport for the Good Neighbor Day Air Show. The event runs from noon-5:00 p.m., and it’s free to attend (though parking will cost you $5/car).
Aerobatics always make me a bit nervous, but it’s impressive nonetheless. During the Good Neighbor Day Air Show, you’ll see impressive maneuvers, [...]

Free Concerts: Acoustic Mondays at The Five Spot, June 2009 Lineup

admin | May 29, 2009

In the mood for acoustic music? Head to The Five Spot on Monday nights for free concerts. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. for most shows. FYI–The kitchen’s open late if you want a snack while you’re there.
Here’s a peek at upcoming Acoustic Mondays performances:

June 1—Holly Howell
June 8—Mudcat
June 15—Michael Hurley and Friends
June 22—Holly Belle
June 29—The [...]

Flicks on Fifth: Free Movies at Technology Square in Midtown

admin | May 29, 2009

It’s time for Flicks on Fifth again, a free summer movie series on Wednesday nights at Technology Square in Midtown. Flicks on Fifth runs from June 10-July 22, and all movies begin at nightfall (around 9:00 p.m.). There’ll be free popcorn, and a few chairs are provided, but don’t count on getting one; bring your [...]

50% off Tickets to Pink Martini at Chastain Park

admin | May 29, 2009

Want to see Pink Martini and Sneakin’ Out at the Delta Classic Chastain Park Amphitheater, but don’t want to pay full price? Take advantage of this deal, which I found on B 98.5’s website:
Through June 2, you can buy tickets to the Friday, June 5, 8:00 p.m. performance for 50% off. To get the [...]

Free & Cheap Kids’ Movies: AMC & Regal Summer Movie Schedules

admin | May 29, 2009

If you’re like me, you resist going to see movies at the theatre because it’s just too expensive. After all, if you can buy it for $15 when it’s released on DVD, why would you want to spend $32 to take a family of four to the matinee. It’s insane. Remember when the matinee was [...]

Summer Reading Swag: Free and Cheap Kid’s Books at Barnes & Noble, Borders & Waldenbooks

admin | May 29, 2009

Whether your kids are readers (like mine) or they’re reluctant & need a bit of extra encouragement (a.k.a. a bribe), they’ll appreciate these summer reading freebies.
1) Barnes & Noble has the best deal. Fill out the reading journal & sign off as your child finishes each book, and then your kid can swap the journal [...]

BOGO Tickets to the Average White Guy Tour featuring DJ Hazard at the Laughing Skull Lounge

admin | May 28, 2009

This is the last week of the Laughing Skull Lounge’s discount with Atlanta on the Cheap, so if you were planning to take advantage of it, get to it. Just like his other deals, you’ll need to print this post & bring it with you to get in on the cheap. With it, you get [...]

Reminder: Kid’s Day at Turner Field & $1 Braves Tickets

admin | May 28, 2009

You’ll find a lot of Braves ticket deals here. Don’t forget these cheap days:
1) Sunday, June 7, is Kid’s Day at Turner Field. All upper level tickets are just $5 each for kids 14 & under. Plus, admission includes a free trip to the Braves Museum, free games in Scouts Alley, & the chance to [...]

$1 off Martinis & IMAX or Free Cover Charge at Fernbank

admin | May 28, 2009

Want to get into Martinis & IMAX on the cheap? If you’re a fan of Fernbank on Facebook, you can save either $1 off Martinis & IMAX or pay no cover charge to go. There’s live music, so even if you want to skip the movie, it’s a fun place to hang out. The deal [...]

Weekend Wednesdays at Gordon Biersch

admin | May 27, 2009

Courtesy of @christopherbw: Wednesdays are Weekend Wednesdays at Gordon Biersch, which @christopherbw describes as one of his favorite gastropubs. That’s just a fun word. Gastropubs.
Here’s the deal:
1) All day on Wednesdays, you can get $1 off Gordon Biersch lagers; $2 off wine by the glass; or $5 Martinis, Margaritas or Mojitos.
2) On Monday-Friday, [...]