After the sale of its original haunting grounds and a two-year hiatus, the <a href="http://www.bufordtrailofterror.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Buford Trail of Terror</a> is back and more bloodcurdling than ever with a new address along the shores of Lake Lanier. First launched in 2017, as screams spread throughout metro Atlanta, the number of thrill-seekers rapidly grew from 50 to at-capacity crowds of well over 1000 people a night. From its new location at 7650 Lanier Islands Parkway, the haunted house SLASH open-air experience and its 50 restless spirits will be primed and ready to rattle the nerves of even larger crowds than the Trail could previously accommodate. The first night of frights for the 2026 season kicks off Saturday, September 26, and runs rampant on select nights through Saturday, November 7.
Created by Matthew Miller, owner of Matthew&rsquo;s &amp; Co. Salon in Flowery Branch, the Buford Trail of Terror was spawned from his love of Stephen King novels and his roots as a Junior Tucker Lion. In 1993, Miller had the chance to participate in Tucker Youth Football League&rsquo;s rendition of its own Trail of Terror, and it left an indelible mark. In the 24 years in between that fateful night and the debut of the <a href="http://www.bufordtrailofterror.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Buford Trail of Terror</a>, he conjured up a variety of ways to create one of the scariest haunted houses in the state of Georgia. Miller regularly participates in continuing education to help him craft a cavalcade of creatures, and he enlists the aid of his stylists, makeup artists, and local artisans to design the hair, makeup, and costumes for dozens of professional actors he hires each year. All those efforts have not gone unnoticed. The Buford Trail of Terror has been recognized with several Haunt Junkies&rsquo; Golden Ghost Awards.
Miller promises his previous guests haven&rsquo;t seen anything yet: &ldquo;Lake Lanier already has its own air of mystique and catalog of local legends. The setting helped inspire new concepts and creatures, like pirates, vikings, mermaids, sirens, and more. Our new location also provides excellent infrastructure with plenty of parking, great food and drinks, restrooms, and live entertainment for our guests &ndash; either while they wait in line or after they&rsquo;ve survived the Trail. There will be quality in every aspect, but &ndash; most importantly &ndash; it will still be scary.&rdquo;
Miller strongly recommends that visitors to the <a href="http://www.bufordtrailofterror.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Buford Trail of Terror</a> be 16 or older, unless accompanied by an adult. Guests should expect to trek through 13 spine-tingling scenes, some of which will involve walking on sand. Additional disclaimers for the Trail can be found on the website at <a href="https://bufordtrailofterror.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BufordTrailofTerror.com</a>. He also suggests that guests <a href="https://bufordtrailofterror.com/tickets" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">purchase their tickets online</a>. By doing so, the Lanier Islands Resort gate fee will be included in the ticket price. Those who wait to purchase tickets at the door will be subject to the $20 gate fee/vehicle. Regular admission to the Buford Trail of Terror is $34.99 for individuals and $24.99/person for groups of 15 or more. For those who wish to purchase a fast pass, admission is $64.99 for individuals and $49.99/person for groups of 15 or more. 
The <a href="http://www.bufordtrailofterror.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Buford Trail of Terror</a> will be open:
<ul><li>Saturday, September 26 from 8 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Friday, October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 8 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Saturday, October 3, 10, and 31 from 8 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Saturday, October 17 and 24, and Sunday, October 25 from 6 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Sunday, November 1 and Saturday, November 7 from 8 to 11 p.m.</li></ul>




The Buford Trail of Terror adds fireworks to the mix on October 24 and on Halloween, October 31, it&rsquo;s the only night when guests are allowed to wear costumes &ndash; for which the best costume will be awarded. On select evenings during the season, kids can enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and meet the monsters between 6-8 p.m., and on &ldquo;Glow Nights,&rdquo; the lights go off, and the blue lights go up for a supercharged scary experience. Live entertainment will vary each night from tunes spun by DJ Smiles to a performance of Michael Jackson&rsquo;s Thriller to a monster mosh pit with a metal rock band. To learn more, meet some of the creatures, and purchase advance tickets, prospective guests of the 2026 Buford Trail of Terror are encouraged to visit <a href="http://www.BufordTrailofTerror.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.BufordTrailofTerror.com</a>.

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After a wildly successful 10th-year event that raised $60,000 to benefit local charities in 2025, the Sheila Fest Foundation is proud to announce the return of its all-day, outdoor music festival to the stage at <a href="https://www.traditionsofbraseltonhomes.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Traditions of Braselton</a> on Saturday, October 17. Once again, this year&rsquo;s festival will benefit <a href="https://www.iserveministries.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">iServe Ministries</a>, <a href="https://ampedkids.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Amped Kids</a>, and <a href="https://legacyyouthmentoring.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Legacy Youth Mentoring</a>. At the literal heart of both the concert and the foundation is Sheila Anderson, a Traditions of Braselton resident who nearly lost her life in 2015 to a major cardiac event. The following year, Sheila Fest was born of Anderson&rsquo;s love of community and music. With each gig, the crowds grow by the hundreds. In addition to a rocking lineup of bands, <a href="http://www.sheilafest.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sheila Fest</a> showcases food trucks, craft vendor tents, a tailgate game truck for college football fans, a petting zoo, and an Ultimate Kid Zone. Tickets for attendees 15 and older are $30 in advance online and $35 at the door. Kids 14 and under can enjoy the show for free.
With the gates opening at 11 a.m., the first band takes the stage on the Traditions of Braselton event lawn at noon. Then this one-of-a-kind festival rocks on until 11 p.m. The lineup for Sheila Fest 2026 includes:
&middot;Radio Star
&middot;Redneck Blonde
&middot;Freebird-ATL
&middot;Smokey Jones &amp; The 3 Dollar Pistols
&middot;Stereo Superstar
&middot;After School Special
&middot;Departure &ndash; The Ultimate Journey Tribute Band
&middot;Kissing Kaos
&middot;Andrew Dixon Band
&ldquo;Not many neighborhoods are equipped to host an event of this size each year,&rdquo; said Bryan Allen, General Manager for <a href="https://www.traditionsofbraseltonhomes.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Traditions of Braselton</a>. &ldquo;We are blessed with 1,140 acres of scenic North Georgia landscape and neighbors who truly embody the concept of community. There&rsquo;s something incredibly special about seeing all these people converge on Traditions of Braselton to enjoy good music for a good cause &ndash; whether they live in the neighborhood or around the corner in Jefferson, Hoschton, Dacula, or Buford.&rdquo;
Allen encourages <a href="http://www.sheilafest.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sheila Fest</a> attendees to bring their canopies, chairs, and coolers for a full day of fun. Located at 1665 Traditions Way in Jefferson, parking for the event will be available in assigned spaces at Traditions&rsquo; Owners Clubhouse and surrounding grassy areas. Once full, additional parking will be available in designated areas &ndash; guests are asked to follow the signs. A complimentary shuttle will transport attendees to and from the venue. 
Sponsorships and vendors are currently being sought for <a href="http://www.sheilafest.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sheila Fest</a>. Many sponsorships include entry tickets, event t-shirts, and additional perks such as stage promotion, signage, a vendor booth, and more. Vendors will also receive two festival entry tickets. To sign up as a sponsor or vendor, please visit <a href="http://www.sheilafest.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.sheilafest.org</a> or contact event organizer Sheila Anderson at 678-283-8594. 
To learn more about Sheila Fest 2026 and purchase tickets online, please visit <a href="http://www.sheilafest.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.sheilafest.org</a>. Those unable to attend Sheila Fest can make <a href="https://www.sheilafest.com/copy-of-charity-dinner-sponsor-purchase" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">tax-deductible donations directly to the Sheila Fest Foundation</a> on the event website.

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Big Love is not only one of Fleetwood Mac&rsquo;s greatest hits, but it&rsquo;s also the driving force behind Lanier Islands Resort&rsquo;s Concerts for a Cause series. On Sunday, September 6 of the long Labor Day Weekend, the premier Fleetwood Mac tribute band &ndash; Rumours ATL &ndash; will close out the series while raising funds for two Georgia nonprofits that hold special meaning to the lakeside destination. Proceeds from every $15 ticket sold will directly benefit the Georgia Mountain Food Bank and Lake Lanier Association (LLA). Hosted at Peachtree Pointe Amphitheater &ndash; offering breathtaking views of the water, gates open at 6 p.m., and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. 
&ldquo;Our Concerts for a Cause series has been a wonderful way for our Resort to show our love for the community that continually shows up for us while supporting two nonprofits that are central to who we are,&rdquo; said Matthew Bowling, President of Lanier Islands Resort. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ve enjoyed a long-standing relationship with Georgia Mountain Food Bank, and we&rsquo;re grateful for the important work they do to support families in need throughout our community. We also share an enduring history with the Lake Lanier Association, whose work to keep Lake Lanier clean, full and safe benefits our entire community and the millions of people who enjoy the lake each year. These concerts give our guests a chance to enjoy great music for an even greater purpose.&rdquo; 
The first two Concerts for a Cause, held in July and August, have already raised $7,500 for the Lake Lanier Association, with much of those funds supporting its annual Shore Sweep on September 19. Funds raised for the Georgia Mountain Food Bank will provide an estimated 37,500 meals for food-insecure individuals and families. The best part? There&rsquo;s still one more concert to go, with the final performance on September 6th expected to add significantly to the overall total. 
&ldquo;The Concerts for a Cause series is a powerful example of what happens when a community comes together for something bigger than itself,&rdquo; said Phil Dennis, Development Director for <a href="https://www.gamountainfoodbank.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Georgia Mountain Food Bank</a>. &ldquo;Saturday&rsquo;s concert with The Long Run brought together a tremendous crowd to enjoy great music on a beautiful evening, but it demonstrated something even more meaningful&mdash;the people of North Georgia care about their neighbors. More than just an evening of great entertainment, a portion of every ticket benefits the Georgia Mountain Food Bank and provides just over 12 meals for families in our community. That makes the Concerts for a Cause series truly an act of love and compassion. We are deeply grateful to Lanier Islands for their generosity and to everyone who has supported the concert series. Together, we are helping ensure that no family in our community goes hungry. We look forward to the final concert on September 6th and hope to see another large crowd come together for a wonderful evening and a wonderful cause.&rdquo;
Victoria Clevenger, Executive Director for the <a href="https://lakelanier.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lake Lanier Association</a>, echoed Dennis&rsquo; sentiments,&rdquo; Saturday&rsquo;s concert with The Long Run was a beautiful night at Lanier Islands, the emerald waters making for a picture-perfect backdrop &ndash; and a simple reminder of why the work of the LLA is so vital. Without efforts like Shore Sweep, our annual shoreline cleanup engaging 1,200 volunteers and annually removing 90+ tons of trash, monthly water quality testing, and multiple safety efforts &ndash; Lake Lanier wouldn&rsquo;t be the beautiful resource for recreation and drinking water that we all know it to be. The LLA team enjoyed connecting with boaters, lake dwellers, and attendees who love lake views and sharing about our on-lake programs and how to get involved. Lanier Islands is a leader in community engagement, and we&rsquo;re grateful for the platform to bring more individuals into the LLA mission &ndash; it&rsquo;s truly remarkable what we can accomplish together. Thank you, Lanier Islands, for helping raise awareness of our mission to keep Lake Lanier Clean, Full, and Safe. We know that the final Concert for a Cause event will be a very special night!&rdquo; 
Tickets can be purchased online at <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/concerts-for-a-cause/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/concerts-for-a-cause/</a>. Children 5 and under will be admitted to the concert for free with a paying adult. With the purchase of each $15 ticket, concertgoers will receive free gate entry to the resort on the day of the concert, as well as $10 off a food and beverage tab of $50 or more at Game Changer restaurant.* Concertgoers are encouraged to book an overnight stay and turn the concert into a Labor Day weekend getaway, complete with a poolside cookoff Saturday afternoon, fireworks over the lake Saturday night courtesy of Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, and Rumours ATL live at Peachtree Pointe on Sunday evening.

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<h2><a href="https://mgglass.com/services/storefront-glass-repair/?utm_source=Patch&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=article" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Storefront Glass Repair Across Atlanta: Cracked Panels, Foggy Units, and the Fix That Cannot Wait</a></h2>
Every Atlanta business owner knows the sound. A delivery dolly clips the front pane. A rock comes off Peachtree at the wrong angle. Or a cold morning finds the hairline crack that has been creeping across the glass since spring, and by nine o'clock the front of the shop isn't a window anymore, it's a problem. Storefront glass repair is the least interesting line on an operator's list right up until the morning it is the only one. Nobody wants a compromised pane standing there while customers walk past it, and nobody sleeps well with an opening that cannot be closed. The order of work goes about like this: look at what broke, get the opening buttoned up, ready the frame, then cut the replacement. Tempered is the default. Laminated when security outweighs cost. And when the seal failed rather than the glass, the insulated unit gets swapped instead of patched over. Plenty of repairs close out the same day, and when a panel has to be fabricated, the opening gets secured in the meantime so the front is covered while the glass is being made. That kind of response is what&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/MG+Glass,+Inc./data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x18749f952ffb558a?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:2428&amp;hl=en&amp;ictx=111" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the Chamblee glass shop MG Glass</a> built its commercial side around.
<h2><a href="https://mgglass.com/services/commercial-glass-walls-and-partitions/?utm_source=Patch&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=article" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Commercial Glass Walls and Partitions: Dividing Midtown and Buckhead Offices Without Losing the Light</a></h2>
Once the front of the house is handled, the inside starts asking for attention. Plenty of office leases signed around Midtown and Buckhead came with an open floor plate and a quiet promise that somebody would sort out the walls later. Later has a way of arriving in Q4. Drywall answers the question permanently, slowly, and with a great deal of dust, which is awkward when the question keeps changing. Glass does the same job and lets the daylight keep moving across the floor, which is why it turns up in law firms and medical suites, in therapy rooms, in coworking floors and the multi tenant buildings ringing the Perimeter. Panels ride in channels top and bottom, tied into structure rather than tacked to whatever is handy. Doors get hardware sized to what the glass actually weighs, in whatever finish the rest of the suite is already wearing. Clear when sightlines are the point. Frosted or textured when a conference room needs privacy without going dark. Laminated when the real goal is keeping a phone call from traveling. The install itself is quick, one to two days once the panels are ready, though the measuring and ordering ahead of that runs closer to a week or two. Still a shorter runway than a framing crew, which is why a conversation with&nbsp;<a href="https://patch.com/users/mg-glass/classifieds" rel="noopener" target="_blank">MG Glass</a> tends to be the faster first call.
<h2><a href="https://mgglass.com/services/commercial-mirrors-gym-mirrors/?utm_source=Patch&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=article" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gym Mirrors and Commercial Mirrors for Atlanta Studios and Salons</a></h2>
Atlanta's studio scene does not slow down for much, and neither do the walls it trains against. A boutique gym on the Westside. A dance floor in Decatur. A yoga room off the BeltLine, a salon chair in Virginia Highland. Every one of them lives or dies on whether the reflection is honest, and a cheap mirror gives itself away fast to anyone who spends an hour a day looking into one. Commercial and gym mirrors get cut to the room instead of pulled off a shelf, with low iron glass when color accuracy matters and polished or beveled edges depending on how finished the space needs to read. Thicker panels where the traffic justifies the rigidity. Installation means locating studs, reading the wall material, and using commercial grade channels, clips, and adhesives rated to carry a large format panel for years rather than seasons. Safety backing is worth asking about; it helps hold fragments together if the glass ever takes an impact. And a mirror wall is no bargain to a studio that lost a week of classes over it, which is why&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/MG+Glass,+Inc./data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x18749f952ffb558a?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:2428&amp;hl=en&amp;ictx=111" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the commercial mirror crew at MG Glass</a> works around the class schedule instead of the other way around.
<h2><a href="https://mgglass.com/commercial-services/?utm_source=Patch&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=article" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Book a Commercial Glass Consultation in Atlanta Before Your Busy Season Hits</a></h2>
Here is the thing about the next few months. The stretch between now and the holidays is when Atlanta operators tend to discover that the repair they meant to handle in October is competing with everyone else who also meant to handle theirs in October. Estimates are free. Response is same day. The walkthrough sorts what genuinely needs replacing from what can hold until spring, which is a useful line to have drawn before a quarterly budget meeting. Juan Marquez started the company in 1999 and still oversees every project, the team is licensed and insured, and the conversation happens in English or Spanish, whichever is easier.&nbsp;<a href="https://patch.com/users/mg-glass/classifieds" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Commercial glass work from MG Glass</a> runs across storefronts, office suites, and studio walls throughout the metro. Call (470) 666-7180 or&nbsp;<a href="https://mgglass.com/contact-us/?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=posts" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">request a quote</a> to get on the schedule.
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Legendary Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell will headline the inaugural <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/songwriter-festival/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival</a> at Lanier Islands Resort November 13-15, 2026. Presented by Ingles, the three-day festival will bring acclaimed Southern songwriters &ndash; including Randall Bramblett, Jimmy Hall, Joanna Cotten, and two dozen additional artists to the resort for a can&rsquo;t-miss musical weekend. As the trees reflect fiery shades of red, orange, and gold on the waters of Lake Lanier, Leavell and his fellow musicians will play host to a series of events on multiple stages throughout the Islands &ndash; including a main lakeside concert on Saturday, November 14. Designed to celebrate the legacy of songwriters and invest in Georgia&rsquo;s next generation of music creators, the festival will allocate a portion of its proceeds to the Georgia Mountain Food Bank, the Georgia Music Foundation, the Jarrard Burch Songwriter Foundation, and other worthy charities.
&ldquo;Bringing music lovers and fall colors together, the Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival will present an opportunity to hear hit songs and learn the stories behind the lyrics from their original songwriters,&rdquo; said Jody Jackson, Executive Director of <a href="https://songwritersatl.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Songwriters ATL</a> &ndash; the event's producer. &ldquo;Between its scenic waterfront venues, depth of experience hosting events of this size and scope, accommodations for anyone looking to make a weekend of it, and convenience to Atlanta, Lanier Islands Resort is the ideal destination for our three-day festival. Songwriter festivals &ndash; like those hosted in Pensacola, Key West, and 30A &ndash; have a rich and evolving history. We&rsquo;re excited to build on that tradition with an intimate, elegant festival that&rsquo;s a mix of storytelling and music &ndash; paired with food, drink, changing leaves, lakeside views, and firelight.&rdquo;
Jackson also shared that the resort&rsquo;s 1,200 acres of breathtaking natural beauty along the shores of Lake Lanier were only part of the appeal. With <a href="https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=45779&amp;Chain=32791&amp;arrive=2026-11-13&amp;depart=2026-11-15&amp;adult=1&amp;child=0&amp;group=261113SONG" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">lakeside accommodations</a>, multiple dining options, boating, golf, pickleball, a spa, and its indoor entertainment venue Game Changer, <a href="http://www.lanierislands.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lanier Islands Resort</a> offers festivalgoers the opportunity to turn a weekend of live music into a complete fall getaway. He was also impressed by the convenience of all eight stages &ndash; each within a short walk or golf cart ride of one another - as well as the resort&rsquo;s ability to pivot to an indoor venue in the event of inclement weather. Jackson also plans to set up big screens between Saturday performances so college football fans can enjoy tailgating throughout the day. 
&ldquo;Ingles is very excited to be the presenting sponsor for the inaugural Ingles Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival,&rdquo; said Melissa Leavell, Ingles Advertising Director. &ldquo;With the event taking place at beautiful Lanier Islands Resort and featuring some of the South&rsquo;s most amazing singer-songwriters, this event should not be missed. Ingles has a rich history supporting musical talent and concert events that fit our customers and community.&rdquo;
In addition to his decades-long tenure with the Rolling Stones and work alongside Eric Clapton, George Harrison, John Mayer, The Allman Brothers Band, The Black Crowes, Blues Traveler, and Train, <a href="https://youtu.be/vyt2HmYgVxc?si=Ci4dm9NNVjkfGiHK" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Chuck Leavell</a> remains one of America&rsquo;s most respected musicians and songwriters. Joining him onstage are&nbsp;Southern Rock luminary&nbsp;Randall Bramblett, lead vocalist for&nbsp;the Southern rock band Wet Willie&nbsp;Jimmy Hall, and extraordinary vocalist Joanna Cotten. Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks. 
"Songwriters at the Lake represents exactly the type of signature events we're building at Lanier Islands," said Matthew Bowling, President of Lanier Islands. "We're creating year-round reasons for people to visit, from summer concerts and holiday experiences to festivals like this that showcase world-class talent in an unforgettable setting. We believe this will become one of the Southeast's premier songwriter festivals while also supporting outstanding charitable organizations.&rdquo;
Festival passes are just $129 and include resort gate fees and access to songwriter performances throughout the three-day festival. Subject to availability, a limited number of individual tickets may be released exclusively for the "Chuck Leavell and Friends" concert on Peachtree Green overlooking beautiful Lake Lanier Saturday, November 14. Tickets can be purchased at <a href="http://www.SongwritersATL.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.SongwritersATL.com,</a> and <a href="https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=45779&amp;Chain=32791&amp;arrive=2026-11-13&amp;depart=2026-11-15&amp;adult=1&amp;child=0&amp;group=261113SONG" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">overnight reservations</a> can be made online at <a href="http://www.LanierIslands.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.LanierIslands.com</a> or by calling 770-945-8787. Nightly rates start at $209, and resort fees will be waived for festival goers. Companies interested in sponsoring the Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival are encouraged to email <a href="mailto:Info@SongwritersAtl.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Info@SongwritersAtl.com</a>.

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Legendary Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell will headline the inaugural Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival at Lanier Islands Resort...

Rolling Stones’ Chuck Leavell to Headline Inaugural Songwriter Festival at Lanier Islands Resort

True to its name, the <a href="https://rainbowvillage.org/events/#Gala" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Rainbow Village &ldquo;We Are Family&rdquo; Tailgate Benefit Gala</a> exists to honor the families the metro Atlanta-based nonprofit serves, thank its most fervent supporters, and celebrate the strides made together in ending homelessness &ndash; one family at a time. Traditionally one of the nonprofit&rsquo;s largest fundraisers, the nonprofit raised a combined $749,807 last year through proceeds from its Second Chance Golf Classic and Benefit Gala. Rainbow Village CEO Melanie Conner announced today the date and new venue for this year&rsquo;s Gala. On Saturday, October 24, Gala guests will gather in the ballroom at The Country Club of the South for a seated dinner, live and silent auction, a stirring testimonial from a former Rainbow Village resident, and fellowship with <a href="http://www.rainbowvillage.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Rainbow Village</a> team members and fellow supporters. With Northside Hospital leading the charge as Presenting Sponsor and Chick-Fil-A playing the role of Game Changer Sponsor, additional <a href="https://bit.ly/450YO6l" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">sponsorships are now available</a>. The sale of individual tickets and tables is also now open &ndash; the proceeds of which will help further Rainbow Village&rsquo;s mission to bring Help, Hope, Housing, and Healing to families experiencing homelessness in Metro Atlanta.
&ldquo;As a nonprofit, Rainbow Village relies heavily on the generosity of our donors and sponsors,&rdquo; said Conner. &ldquo;So when they offer feedback, we listen. After many years of contending with football schedules, last year, we changed what had traditionally been a tux-and-gown event into a fun fan fest with games shown on big screens and guests dressed in fan gear. While it was a big hit with most, we later heard that many missed a more formal setting. So, this year, we&rsquo;re excited to marry the two concepts and host our Gala at The Country Club of the South &ndash; one of Atlanta&rsquo;s most prestigious venues. It promises to be a very special evening, and we look forward to seeing a mix of old and new faces throughout the ballroom on October 24.&rdquo;
Conner encouraged local companies to join Northside Hospital and Chick-Fil-A as <a href="https://bit.ly/450YO6l" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gala sponsors</a>. A number of sponsorship opportunities include tickets to the Gala, as well as pre-event promotion, on-site branding, on-stage mention, and more. To view the various sponsorship levels, interested organizations can visit <a href="https://bit.ly/450YO6l" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/450YO6l</a>. For groups and individuals who wish to purchase tickets or a table of ten, they can visit <a href="https://bit.ly/3RRwXCG" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3RRwXCG</a>. 
In the event of a scheduling conflict, <a href="http://www.rainbowvillage.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Rainbow Village</a>&rsquo;s CEO also ensured that supporters need not attend the Gala to take part in the fun. As the October 24 date draws near, the nonprofit will open its silent auction for online bids. Conner pointed to this year&rsquo;s <a href="https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-0018000000iq8JHAAY/events/vevt:85bfc287-ae00-4f49-a01c-81f70c75058e/preview/shop/raffle" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">World Traveler Golden Ticket</a>, as well, which features accommodations for two to one of five global destinations &ndash; including a choice of Tuscany, Italy; Bali, Indonesia; Phuket, Thailand; Dublin, Ireland; or Santorini, Greece. At $100 per Golden Ticket, this raffle is now open at <a href="https://bit.ly/4vJHfTo" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4vJHfTo</a> - the winner of which will be announced during the Gala but need not be present&nbsp;to win.


While proceeds from the Gala will help fund daily operations and special programming at <a href="http://www.rainbowvillage.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Rainbow Village</a>, the nonprofit is in the midst of its Building Homes, Building Hope Capital Campaign. The successful conclusion of the Capital Campaign will fund the completion of two new apartment buildings on Rainbow Village&rsquo;s newly expanded campus &ndash; more than doubling its transitional housing capacity for unhoused families with children. To donate to the Capital Campaign, visit <a href="https://rainbowvillage.org/capital-campaign-building-homes-building-hope/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://rainbowvillage.org/capital-campaign-building-homes-building-hope/</a>.

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Marking the unofficial end of summer for many, <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/labor_day_activities/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Labor Day Weekend at Lanier Islands Resort</a> also represents the end of the lakeside destination&rsquo;s summerlong A250 Celebration. What began Memorial Day Weekend and included Fourth of July Weekend will end with a BANG Labor Day Weekend by the lake. The three-day weekend will include a classic poolside cookout for overnight guests of the resort, Uncle Sam&rsquo;s Pop-up Bar with patriotically themed bites and beverages for visitors of Game Changer, and fireworks over the water &ndash; presented by Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. The holiday weekend will also comprise the final installment of the lakeside destination&rsquo;s Concerts for a Cause Series, as Rumours ATL takes the stage at Peachtree Pointe Amphitheater to fill the night air with the music of Fleetwood Mac.
&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve really enjoyed celebrating America&rsquo;s 250th birthday at the lake all summer long,&rdquo; said Matthew Bowling, President of Lanier Islands Resort. &ldquo;That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;ve got a jam-packed weekend planned to bid a fond farewell to summer this year. The season at Fins Up Waterpark inside Margaritaville at Lanier Islands is winding down to a close, but there&rsquo;s still time to enjoy the waterslides and soak up some sun on the beach. There&rsquo;s also time to grab an A250 tribute drink at Uncle Sam&rsquo;s Pop-up Bar inside our Game Changer entertainment venue. On Saturday, we&rsquo;ll host our last poolside cookout of the year at Legacy Lodge &ndash; which has been a big hit with our overnight guests during previous holiday weekends. Both daytime and overnight guests can make their way to the beach at LandShark Landing for the best views of the fireworks over the water that night. Then we round out the fun with an outdoor concert to benefit the lake and our neighbors in need as Rumours ATL helms our final Concert for a Cause for the year on Sunday. But don&rsquo;t worry! While summer may be coming to an end, the fun continues this fall and winter with our Hot Air Balloon Festival, Magical Nights of Lights, and more.&rdquo;
Bowling encouraged anyone considering an overnight stay at the resort for Labor Day Weekend to book their stay early, as that&rsquo;s traditionally a popular weekend for couples and families wishing to soak every last drop of fun out of summer. Reservations can be made online at <a href="http://www.lanierislands.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lanierislands.com</a> or by calling (770) 945-8787. Tickets for the final installment of Concerts for a Cause &ndash; featuring Rumours ATL &ndash; are also selling quickly. Tickets are just $15/person, with proceeds benefiting Georgia Mountain Food Bank and Lake Lanier Association. Children 5 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. Held Sunday, September 6 at Peachtree Pointe Amphitheater, gates open at 6 p.m., and the band takes the stage at 7:30. To purchase tickets to the show, visit <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/concerts-for-a-cause/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/concerts-for-a-cause/</a>. 
Lanier Islands Resort is 45 miles north of Atlanta at 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. To stay up to date on the latest news, accommodation packages, and upcoming events, guests can follow the resort on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lanierislands/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook @lanierislands</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lanierislands/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram @lanierislands</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lanier_islands" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">TikTok @lanier_islands</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/lake-lanier-islands-resort/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn @Lake-Lanier-Islands-Resort</a>.*Valid only on the day of the concert. One discount per table. Must present a concert ticket to the server to receive the discount.

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Following a year of exciting enhancements that include a Legacy Lodge room refresh, the debut of one of the nation&rsquo;s only night-lit par-3 courses at The Six, and the reimagining of the Mike Williams Golf Center at Legacy Golf Course, Lanier Islands Resort continues to expand its lineup of signature events and guest experiences. Joining such guest favorites as the Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt, Fourth of July Celebration, and the beloved Magical Nights of Lights, as well as recent additions like the Atlanta Motoring Festival &amp; Concours d&rsquo; Elegance and the Concerts for a Cause Series, is the resort&rsquo;s newest signature event- The Hot Air Balloon Festival. Taking flight September 18 and 19 along the scenic shores of Lake Lanier, the Balloon Shows USA-produced event will feature an inspiring display of hot air balloons, tethered balloon rides, live entertainment, craft and food vendors, and a dedicated kids&rsquo; zone. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local special needs initiatives and the Georgia Mountain Food Bank.
&ldquo;Lanier Islands Resort has always been a great destination for festivals and special events,&rdquo; said Matthew Bowling, President of Lanier Islands Resort. &ldquo;Hosting events like the Hot Air Balloon Festival gives our guests and the surrounding community even more reasons to enjoy the resort. There&rsquo;s something truly unforgettable about seeing dozens of colorful hot air balloons fill the sky above Lake Lanier, and the festival&rsquo;s tethered balloon rides offer guests a unique perspective of the resort and our beautiful lakeside setting. We&rsquo;re excited to welcome this event and hope it becomes a favorite annual tradition that draws visitors from across the South and beyond.&rdquo;
Open from 5 to 10 PM each evening, the festival will feature live music and DJ entertainment, family-friendly activities for little ones in the Kids&rsquo; Zone, opportunities to shop unique craft and retail vendors, a wide variety of festival food, and a nightly grand finale that begins around 9 PM with a laser light show set to music with coordinated balloon burns.
For guests looking to turn the festival into a full lakeside getaway, Lanier Islands Resort is offering a Balloon Festival Getaway package featuring overnight accommodations and a $50 food &amp; beverage credit per night.* Festival guests are encouraged to extend their stay and enjoy everything the resort has to offer, including its multiple dining options, boating, golf courses, pickleball courts, spa, and indoor entertainment at Game Changer. Single-day tickets for the Hot Air Balloon Festival are $20 for adults (18+) and $10 for children (6-17). Kids 5 and under will be admitted for FREE. VIP tickets &ndash; which include FREE unlimited snacks and access to VIP portable bathrooms &ndash; are $45 for adults and $30 for children. Military members and first responders receive discounted admission with valid ID. Tethered balloon rides are $35/person. 
To learn more about the Hot Air Balloon Festival at Lanier Islands Resort, prospective festival goers can visit <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/hot-air-balloon-festival/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/hot-air-balloon-festival/</a>. A link to purchase tickets can be found on that page, as well as a link to book overnight accommodations. Lanier Islands Resort is 45 miles north of Atlanta at 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. To stay up to date on the latest news, accommodation packages, and upcoming events, guests can follow the resort on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lanierislands/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook @lanierislands</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lanierislands/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram @lanierislands</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lanier_islands" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">TikTok @lanier_islands</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/lake-lanier-islands-resort/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn @Lake-Lanier-Islands-Resort</a>.

*Festival tickets not included in the Balloon Festival Getaway Package.

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A free, three-day outdoor arts festival on the historic Marietta Square featuring a juried market of 200 artists, live music, chalk art, a collaborative mural and family-friendly activities.Marietta Art in the Park celebrates its 40th year on the historic Marietta Square over Labor Day weekend, Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission is free.
The festival features a juried Artist Market with 200 fine artists from across the country showcasing painting, photography, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, and more, plus a special 40th anniversary Artist Showcase. Visitors can also watch graffiti artist Rich Dennard create a collaborative mural on Saturday, join Chalk Spot street art on a closed downtown street (Saturday only, $10 to participate, benefiting the Marietta High School Visual Arts Program), and help the Marietta Arts Council build a textile American flag in honor of the nation's 250th anniversary.
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