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Atlanta, Georgia 30317

SPRINGTIME FUN IN KIRKWOOD

The historic Atlanta neighborhood of Kirkwood will host their annual Spring Fling Festival and Tour of Homes the second weekend in May. On Saturday, May 15th the weekend’s activities will begin with the introduction of a new event; a 5K run starting at 9:00 a.m. in downtown Kirkwood. The run will wind through the beautiful historic neighborhood of Kirkwood and will finish near the site of the Spring Fling festival which will begin at 10am in Bessie Branham Park. The festival will feature an artist market composed of over 90 high quality artisans and crafters showcasing handmade products. A special section will be devoted to green living and reducing carbon footprints through eco-friendly items made from recycled products. Children will be delighted with special activities designed just for the kids. Hands-on crafts, moon bounce, art show, games and activities will be introduced throughout the day in the special area designed just for kid friendly fun.
No festival would be complete without good music, food and drinks, and Kirkwood’s Spring Fling is no exception. Festival sponsor, Atlanta Brewing Company will have a selection of local Red Brick brews to sample and tasty treats from a variety of restaurants to will be available to keep your belly full. Bring a blanket and relax to the tunes of seven different bands, encompassing a variety of music that everyone is sure to love.
The festival also kicks-off Kirkwood’s amazing two-day Tour of Homes. See the diverse selection of building styles from classic Victorian cottages to Craftsman bungalows to modern lofts and everything in between. Meet some of the home’s owners on your tour and learn about the diverse histories of many of the properties and creative techniques used in construction and renovation.
Detailed information including dates, times, 5K registration, music, food, activities, sponsorship, Tour of Homes tickets and everything else about the Kirkwood’s 5k run, Spring Fling Festival and the Tour of Homes can be found on the festival website at www.kirkwoodfling.com.

Kirkwood 5K Run: Saturday, 5/15/2010 9:00 a.m.
Kirkwood Spring Fling Festival: Saturday 5/15/2010 10am-7pm
Kirkwood Tour of Homes: Saturday 5/15/2010 12pm-6pm
Sunday 5/16/2010 12pm-6pm

Official Website: http://kirkwoodfling.com

Added by modernjewel on April 1, 2010

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