  Focus on the finish line. And that coveted T-shirt — the ultimate medal for running the Peachtree Road Race, the world’s largest 10K in the world. Didn’t register? No worries. You can stake out a spot next to us, somewhere between the starting line in front of Lenox Square and the glorious end at 10th Street and Charles Allen Drive outside Piedmont Park. It’s an Atlanta tradition and a great way to start off your patriotic celebration, albeit at 7:30 that Tuesday morning. For all the details, visit www.atlantatrackclub.org. |
  Go for the gold. Ten years later, relive the 16 days that forever changed Atlanta at the new Centennial Olympic Games Museum. Back in 1996, athletes, dignitaries, volunteers and spectators alike were swarming the sports venues with souvenir madness. Recapture the spirit of the games with spectacular displays of original memorabilia, such as posters, medals, uniforms, and the only complete collection of Olympic torches in the country, which date back to the 1936 Berlin Games. A collection of 6,000 artifacts tells the story of sport and history that’s flourished for more than a century. There’s even an interactive sports lab that challenges children and adults to test their strength and skill against some of the world’s greatest athletes. On Saturday, July 15, opening day, the public is invited free of charge beginning with a 10:30 a.m. ribbon cutting. They’re even handing out a free collector’s 1996 Olympic Game pin. For details, visit www.atlantahistorycenter.com or call 404-814-4000. |
  Hum along. Many can discern the theme songs to Star Wars and Superman from the first few notes. Break out your air baton for some classic ditties presented by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Conductor Laura Jackson. Held at Atlanta Symphony Hall, the Magnificent Move Music series begins on Saturday, July 8 at 8 p.m. with the theme music from ET, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Pirates of the Caribbean, Blue Danube, Harry Potter, Mission Impossible, Spider-Man, Pink Panther and Star Wars. On Saturday, July 15, it’s Casablanca, Doctor Zhivago, North by Northwest, Gone with the Wind, Sunset Boulevard, Sound of Music, James Bond and Superman. Tickets to each are $27. To purchase, visit www.atlantasymphony.org or call 404-733-5000. |
  Check out the chicks. Ralph and Norton are sharing their 6-million gallon tank with two more whale sharks … of the female persuasion. Ooh la la. Alice and Trixie joined the party in early June after a rigorous flight from Taiwan. Their new home is the Georgia Aquarium’s Ocean Voyager exhibit, which according to benefactor Bernie Marcus, can accommodate six full-grown whale sharks, the largest fish in the ocean clocking in at a top 45 feet in length. So should the city of the world’s largest aquarium be expecting a big baby anytime soon? Nope. These double daters won’t hit sexual maturity for a few years, and as reported by the The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “These are basically 10-year-olds on the playground,” said Ray Davis, the aquarium’s vice president of zoological operations. |
  Chow down for cheap. Let’s face it — fine dining downtown usually requires a greenback bearing ole’ Ben Franklin’s mug. What if we told you a three-course meal would only set you back $26 a person? You’d be crazy not to make a reservation for the 2006 Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week held Monday, July 24 through Sunday, July 30! Better yet, two people can eat for a fixed price of $26 at select casual eateries. Participating restaurants include such favorites as B.E.D., City Grill, Hsu’s Gourmet Chinese, McCormick & Schmick’s, Ray’s in the City and Trader Vic’s. For a complete list of restaurants and preset menus, visit www.atlantadowntown.com. |
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