EAST POINT
Spring Fling
East Point is celebrating spring by turning its downtown district into festival central, complete with a carnival, custom car show and local art vendors. Music will be very much a part of the scene, with live performances in various genres, including Latin jazz, blues and reggae from artists such as Cadillac Jones, Mudcat and Black Lion. Party central is across the street from the East Point MARTA station, so festivalgoers are strongly encouraged to ride the train.
1-9 p.m. April 25. Free. Downtown East Point, 2757 East Point St. 404-270-7045, downtowneastpoint.com/springfling.
SMYRNA
Crawfish Boil
You have two days to get your fill of authentic New Orleans-style seafood without having to make the long drive to the coast. The Smyrna location of Atkins Park Tavern is hauling in crawfish from Louisiana, and the chefs promise to boil up as many as possible during the event. Wash down the spicy treats with pints of Abita, a New Orleans beer, while enjoying live music from six acts, including Radiolucent, Sam Holt and the Best Brothers Band. Up the ante with a VIP ticket that includes a crawfish serving, two beers and select seating.
From 11 a.m. April 25 and 26. $10 advance; $15 at the door; $60 VIP. Atkins Park, 2840 Atlanta Road, Smyrna. 770-435 1887, smyrnacrawfishboil.com.
MARIETTA
Reflections — 71 Years of Song
For most of his life, musician Frank Boggs has used his love of song to minister to the masses. To celebrate his work, the 100 voices of the Georgia Festival Chorus, founded by Boggs in 1987, will perform numerous songs from a catalog of classical, contemporary and spiritual music. The evening will feature solos by the baritone maestro himself, performing some of his favorite pieces with guest pianist David Carnes. Guest performers will include Lisa Klausman, David Scott and Michael Cromwell. No tickets are required; doors open at 6:45 p.m.
7:30 p.m. April 26. Free. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. 404-234-3581, tgafc.org.
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