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• ATLANTA ANTIQUE GALLERY read more ›
  (3550 Broad St, Ste A, Chamblee. Tel. 770-457-7444)
  www.atlantaantiquegallery.com
  You could spend hours perusing this massive treasure-hunter's haven, filled with everything from classic children's toys to rare African art and furs valued in the thousands.
• ATLANTIC STATION read more ›
  (171 17th St. Tel. 404-888-4900)
  www.atlanticstation.com
  This expansive multiuse development in Midtown features dozens of shops, including locally owned Taste Clothing Boutique, as well as the first IKEA in the Southeast.
• BESPOKE CUSTOM CLOTHING read more ›
  (11130 State Bridge Rd, Alpharetta. Tel. 770-856-8555)
  www.bespokecustomclothing.com
  Owned by former Brooks Brothers and Nordstrom tailor Mesut Dogan, Bespoke uses imported fabrics such as worsted wool and cashmere to craft custom-fi tted suits and shirts for men and women.
• NATURAL BODY SPA & SHOPPE read more ›
  (754 Peachtree St NE. Tel. 404-876-2131)
  www.naturalbody.com
  This Atlanta-based chain offers a full line of bath, body, hair and skincare products as well as spa services ranging from waxing and facials to an exclusive couples instructional massage. Stop by the centrally located Midtown store.
• SAVOR GOURMET read more ›
  (2355 Peachtree Rd. Tel. 404-869-0070)
  www.savorgourmet.com
  This specialty foods shop sells everything from artisanal cheeses and handmade pastas to top-notch teas and preserves, not to mention a wide variety of kitchen gadgets.
• VIVID BOUTIQUE read more ›
  (133 E Court Square, Decatur. Tel. 404-371-5181)
  www.vividdecatur.com
  Specializing in artisan jewelry handcrafted on-site, this charming gift shop also offers candles, handbags, French housewares, vintage tea towels and linen stationery.

• ATLANTA BRAVES read more ›
  (At Turner Field, 755 Hank Aaron Dr SE. Tel. 800-326-4000)
  www.atlantabraves.com
  Are the 2009 Braves poised to bring back the glory days of the recent past? Judge for yourself when they take on Pirates (June 8-11), Yankees (June 23-25), Red Sox (June 26-28) and Phillies (June 30-July 2).
• HISTORIC MARIETTA TROLLEY COMPANY read more ›
  (131 Church St, Marietta. Tel. 770-425-1006)
  www.mariettatrolley.com
  This narrated one-hour trolley tour takes visitors through the city of Marietta, from the historic downtown square to the Kennesaw Mountain battlefields.
• JAZZ ON THE LAWN read more ›
  (At Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Rd NE. Tel. 404-872-5338)
  www.callanwolde.org
  This popular summer concert series continues with a June 12 show by the Nick Longo Band and a June 26 set of smooth jazz/cabaret by Marsha DuPree. Chairs, blankets and picnics are welcome.
• JERSEY BOYS read more ›
  (660 Peachtree St. Tel. 404-817-8700)
  www.foxtheatre.org
  Running through June 21, this Tony Awardwinning musical charts the rise of the Four Seasons, a quartet of blue-collar kids from New Jersey who became one of the world's biggest bands. Nostalgic chart-toppers include "Sherry" and "Big Girls Don't Cry."
• "MOORE IN AMERICA" read more ›
  (1345 Piedmont Ave NE. Tel. 404-876-5859)
  www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org
  Running May 2 through Oct. 31 at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, this special exhibit of bronze works by British sculptor Henry Moore features 20 major sculptures.
• SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA read more ›
  (275 Riverside Pkwy, Austell. Tel. 770-739-3400)
  www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia
  With its newly revamped horror attraction Monster Mansion (formerly Monster Plantation) and heart-pounding rides like Superman: Ultimate Flight, this theme park is a must-visit for kids of all ages.

• CACAO read more ›
  (312C N Highland Ave. Tel. 404-221-2626)
  www.cacaoatlanta.com
  This European-style chocolate boutique features freshly made chocolate truffles, bars, cookies and ice cream as well as pepperinfused Aztec hot cocoa. $
• EATS read more ›
  (600 Ponce de Leon Ave NE. Tel. 404-888-9149)
  A cheap grub staple for 15 years, this barebones restaurant may not be much to look at, but the jerk chicken, build-your-own pasta dishes and veggies are downright awesome, with prices to suit even bohemian budgets. $
• THE COUNTER read more ›
  (850 Mansell Rd, Roswell. Tel. 678-461-9661)
  www.thecounterburger.com
  A few check marks on a clipboard is all it takes to custom build your own burger at this joint. There are more than 312,120 possible varieties. Or, order from the menu (try the "taco turkey" or "ahi Korean BBQ," and don't miss the scrumptious shakes and malts. $$
• UNIVERSAL JOINT read more ›
  (906 Oakview Rd, Decatur. Tel. 404-373-6260)
  www.ujointbar.com
  Set inside a former gas station, this happening spot features a bustling patio and a betterthan- average bar food menu. Have a gyro, taco, salad, sandwich or burger with your brew. $$
• THAI DINER read more ›
  (3280 Cobb Pkwy. Tel. 770-859-9898)
  This swanky restaurant features classy décor, attentive service and delicious takes on traditional Thai dishes like chicken satay, basil rolls, coconut chicken soup and pad thai. $$$
• DOGWOOD read more ›
  (565 Peachtree St. Tel. 404-835-1410)
  Chef Shane Touhy's Midtown gem offers upscale Southern cuisine, with signature dishes like grilled trout over "Sea Island" pea and crab risotto, and seared scallops over braised cabbage and pork belly. $$$$

• 2 GIRLS 3 EYES read more ›
  (380 14th St. Tel. 404-876-4121)
  www.relapsetheatre.com
  One of Atlanta's weirdest and wildest improv troupes, this ensemble entertains audiences with "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"-style games that use audience suggestions to inspire lunacy.
• DARWIN'S read more ›
  (1598 Roswell Rd, Marietta. Tel. 770-578-6872)
  www.darwinsblues.com
  Blind Willie's may be Atlanta's best-known blues dive, but this eclectic Marietta joint gives it some competition with live blues six nights a week and an enthusiastic crowd that proves there is nightlife in the suburbs.
• THE EARL read more ›
  (488 Flat Shoals Ave. Tel. 404-522-3950)
  www.badearl.com
  The "Cheers" of East Atlanta Village, The Earl attracts amazing indie-rock bands. Its house hamburger was recently featured in a Wall Street Journal story about the best burgers in the nation.
• KROG BAR read more ›
  (112 Krog St. Tel. 404-524-1618)
  www.krogbar.com
  The smallest of Chef Kevin Rathbun's three Atlanta establishments, this Inman Park hangout attracts foodies and wine afi cionados alike with tasty tapas and an expansive selection of vino.
• THE PUNCHLINE read more ›
  (280 Hilderbrand Dr. Tel. 404-252-5233)
  www.punchline.com
  A stand-up haven for nearly three decades, this legendary club features top-name touring acts, up-and-coming local comics and classes for aspiring comedians looking to learn the craft.
• STAR BAR read more ›
  (437 Moreland Ave. Tel. 404-681-9018)
  www.starbaratl.com
  Raucous, rowdy and always ready to rock, this Little 5 Points dive usually attracts the colorfully tattooed, while dancing divas from the 'burbs are known to show up for the Tuesday night Funk Disco Party.

• BLUE RIDGE, GA read more ›
  (90 miles north of Atlanta. Tel. 800-899-6867)
  www.blueridgemountains.com
  This charming town is a favorite among couples seeking a romantic getaway. It features quaint cottages, majestic mountain views, ample antique shopping, outdoor recreation and the historic Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad.
• KANGAROO CONSERVATION CENTER read more ›
  (222 Bailey-Waters Rd, Dawsonville. Tel. 706-265-6100)
  www.kangaroocenter.com
  In a new "Aussie Outing" tour, visitors to this conservation center-home to the largest kangaroo population outside of Australia-can observe nine different species from inside their KangaRanger train.

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Fun Fact!
The Appalachian Trail begins its 2,178-mile path to Maine on Georgia's Springer Mountain, located 86 miles north of Atlanta.