Bugs, Bluegrass, Art and Helping Others

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This Weeks Deals:

1. A Bug’s Life Adventure and After-School Snack, , 435 Oakview Rd., Decatur
Deal: Kids get to explore the garden and catch bugs to examine, plus have a snack. Cost is $12.
Good Through: Sept. 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hint: Register two to three days in advance.

2. Garden Jams, , 435 Oakview Rd., Decatur
Deal: Vegetarian potluck with live music in the garden, free.
Good Through: Sept. 16, 7pm - 9pm
Hint: In addition to your potluck dish, bring an instrument to play.

3. Bourbon & Bluegrass, , 111 Sycamore St., Decatur
Deal: Free celebration of National Bourbon Month with bourbon, barbecue and bluegrass
Good Through: Sept. 17, 6 pm, until all the bourbon is gone.

4. Arts Party, , 100 N. Avondale Rd., Avondale Estates
Deal: Fundraiser to support the Avondale Arts Alliance. Free admission with option of $10 wine tasting.
Good Through:  Sept. 17, 2011, 5pm - 8pm

5. Gently Used Jewelry & Accessory Sale, , 101 E Court Square, Decatur
Deal: Men and women’s gently used jewelery and accessories from $1-3 per item. All proceeds benefit the DeKalb Rape Crisis Center.
Good Through: Sept. 19, 11am - 2pm