Help Fight Autism Tonight at SCK Vinings

Autism grows more and more prevalent in our society, now affecting 1 in 110 children. In order to help raise awareness and funds for this affliction, is hosting a special “Dine Out for Autism” evening tonight. From 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m., SCK Vinings will donate 20-percent of your check back to Marcus Autism Center, which is an organization that provides services, information and programs for children with autism and related disorders. Marcus Autism Center also performs research and offers family support in all areas to reduce the stress caused by coping with autism. So go ahead and indulge in that mouthwatering shrimp and grits or buttermilk braised pork flank for an admirable cause. Don’t forget to tell your excellent server, “I’m dining out to fight autism tonight.” To make a reservation, call South City Kitchen at 770-435-0700.

By now, you’re most likely familiar with as a fun, casual, family-friendly place to hang out and enjoy kicky Tex-Mex food washed down with margaritas. But just say, what if, Twisted Taco were to host a Ladies’ Night? (that means leaving the kids at home with the hubby while you join your partners-in-crime for an uninterrupted gab session).  Oh, what a night, right?  On Thursday from 8 p.m. – 11 p.m., all ladies of a certain age (over 21, that is) are invited to sip or gulp $5 Absolute martinis and $4 margaritas, plus the awesome regular menu. And did we mention that Jay Memory (of Memory Dean…remember them, UGA alums?) will be tuning up his guitar and supplying some great tunes. Enter to win a $50 gift card to Twisted Taco, also. It's Ladies' Night and the feelin' is definitely right.

Got Easter eggs? If you missed all the other egg hunts, hop to , where an Easter Eggstravaganza will be happening on Saturday. Tons of festive fun for the whole family awaits at this event, including inflatables, food, candy, and prizes. From 10 a.m. to noon, this church promises to be a buzzing hive of free kid-friendly activity with children up through 5th grade invited to take part in an outdoor Easter egg hunt beginning at 10:30. All are invited and welcomed. No reservations necessary and no cost…just show up!

M’am, this is a warning: Put down the ham and step away from the kitchen! Easter is a special day to enjoy family time together and no one really wants to spend the day slaving over a stove. The stylish Renaissance Waverly Hotel invites you to enjoy the day off from cooking while you savor an unforgettable brunch, served on Sunday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Splurging on the decadent array of delicious items here is totally worth the money and calories. The spectacular buffet showcases traditional Easter favorites such as rosemary and garlic crusted lamb leg and carved prime rib, as well as braised duck, oysters on the half shell, crab legs, peel-and-eat shrimp, an omelet station and much, much more. With all this delicious plenty, you may be hard pressed to pace yourself, but one glimpse of the outrageous desserts from the Waverly bakery kitchen will change your mind. Adult brunch is $49 and children 6 to 11 are $18. Kids 5 and under eat for free. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 770-953-4500 x4197. Self-parking is available during the Easter brunch.

For a small (but growing!) town, Smyrna has a huge heart when it comes to community spirit. One of the ways our jovial Jonquil City shows its true colors is when joining together and putting on city-wide events. Next weekend, the city’s behind-the-scenes machinery will be cranking into high gear as The Jonquil Festival takes over the Market Village Center on April 30th and May 1st. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days, the beloved Jonquil Festival features artists’ booths, live music, entertainment, puppet shows, Friends of the Library Book Sale, a tasty variety of festival food and much more. The same fun-filled weekend also involves the annual Arthur Bacon Golf Tournament and the Jonquil City Jog 5K, which benefits Campbell High School Educational Foundation, Inc. And as a wacky side note (or incentive to run), first-place winners in each category each receive a free key lime pie.