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Seaside will host the Joffrey Ballet Concert Group, performance company of New York's Joffrey Ballet School, for a debut performance Saturday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m . in the Seaside Amphitheater. The one-and-a-half-hour show will include thirty-two Joffrey dancers performing modern, jazz, and classical ballet styles. For accommodations, visit the Seaside Visitors Bureau.

The Taste of Marietta is a fun way to sample a variety of Cobb County’s restaurants, as well as experience Marietta’s history, culture, and shopping. Admission to the event is free and “tastes”—ranging from Italian to seafood, steak to BBQ, and all the sweets imaginable—are available for $1 to $5.

Race from the ordinary at Charlotte Motor Speedway! Experience 10 Days of Thunder, featuring the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race, with racing action under the lights for a $1 million purse during, as well as the fifty-sixth running of NASCAR’s longest race, the Coca-Cola 600. Strap in and get ready to explore Cabarrus County, where racing lives!

Known as Alabama’s oldest home tour, the Pilgrimage celebrates its fiftieth tour this year. Take daytime and candlelight tours of some of Eufaula’s most impressive private homes and gardens, and enjoy afternoon tea and hoop-skirted ladies on the lawns. This year also features table setting and hostess tips from Atlanta’s own Danielle Rollins.

One of the most esteemed music festivals in the world, Savannah Music Festival takes place in venues throughout the city and offers intimate performances from some of today’s best contemporary and world musicians. This year’s lineup includes Lucinda Williams and Irma Thomas with the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, as well as two nights of full opera productions in partnership with the Savannah Voice Festival and the Savannah Philharmonic.

One night stay in the lake view cottages at Don Carter State Park and two tickets to the Michael Kaeshammer Trio at Pearce Auditorium for $199. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the lake as spring approaches then head downtown for a night of music! Reservations must be made through the park office at 678-450-7726 in order to guarantee tickets.

Held in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, April 23–26, features more than 800 wines, celebrity winemakers, the Savor South Walton Culinary Village, seminars, live entertainment, and Champagne Lane. Tickets to festival events, including the Friday Craft Beer and Spirits Jam, available at sowalwine.com.

The fast-paced Amelia Concours Week includes seven top automotive events: Bonham’s Auction (March 12), the Gooding & Company Auction (March 13), Festivals of Speed (March 13–14), duPont Registry Live Aeroport Reception (March 13), the RM Auction (March 14), Cars & Coffee at the Concours (March 14) and the 20th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance (March 13-15).

Highlands, North Carolina February 27–28, 2015 Sizzle with the sights, sounds, flavors and romance of Spain in this colorful weekend at Old Edwards Inn. Relax to the sounds of flamenco guitarist Aris Quiroga Nieto. Develop your Spanish wine palate with a complimentary tasting. Sample Spanish cuisine and beverages. Learn to tango with a professional ballroom instructor. Book your stay today! http://www.oldedwardsinn.com/celebratespain

Jekyll Island, Georgia Days Inn & Suites has prepared for a busy 2015 with many hotel improvements: A completely remodeled coastal-themed front desk, now offering a twenty-four-hour Snack Shack, including beer and wine; and a new beach boardwalk for easy access to the beach and unobstructed views! http://www.daysinnjekyll.com/