The Southern Bon Vivant’s Top 5 Events Round the South
Part of being a Southern Bon Vivant is knowing where to go and what to see around the South. So just what IS going on? We’re going to tell you:
1- Historic Macon’s Design, Wine, & Dine
This is the third year for this Macon, Georgia based set of events. Head to the home of Otis Redding, just south of Atlanta, for a weekend filled with events which will demonstrate all the different ways you can design your home, eat amazing foods, and – well- drink!
We’re especially excited for this event:
“Calligraphy and Crumpets with Ginna Dunlap
2-4pm • Idle Hour Country Club (251 Idle Hour Drive) • $50 • Limited to 50
Calligrapher and Stationer Ginna Dunlap will teach a class that demonstrates the basics of modern calligraphy. Tickets include class, tea refreshments, and starter calligraphy kit.”
2- Pork & Bourbon Bicycle Tour
Little Rock, Arkansas is second on our list with their Pork & Bourbon Bicycle Tour!
“Working up an appetite won’t be a problem on this tour! We’ll be sampling our way through some of the South’s favorite delicacies – Ribs, southern sides and desserts, local craft beer and bourbon. You’ll learn the history behind the foods and also get a taste for some of Little Rock’s most popular neighborhoods as we cruise through the River Market, Argenta, Downtown, and SoMa. Please sample responsibly. Vegi-options available. For private groups, you can also choose the Swine & Wine Tour depending on your choice of spirits. Includes bicycle, helmet, guide and all food/beverage samples!”
Check out this link for more information.
3- Millie’s Story Time: The Escape of Ellen & William Craft
The Cannonball House in Macon, Georgia tells the story of slaves Ellen & William Craft who were famous in their day for their daring escape.
Tickets are only $2 per child and include a snack and a craft!
4- In The Park After Dark Mega Zip
Did y’all enjoy our own Molly’s trip to Birmingham? Especially liked the part where she went ziplining and wore the wrong shoes?
YOU can also go to Red Mountain Park this Saturday and enjoy their Mega Zip Line- in the dark!
5- The Ragtime Band in the Old South
Head down to the sultry sounds of Savannah, Georgia to catch Tray Dahl & The Jugtime Ragband at The Jinx this Saturday night.
