Knoxville’s thriving music scene encompasses everything from blues to jazz, reggae to rock, classical to country, by many of the world’s most respected performers. There’s live music on tap every night at the many nightclubs in the historic Old City and Market Square areas, and live music every weekday at One Vision Plaza, Knoxville’s downtown visitor center. Knoxville’s free outdoor concerts and movies keep Market Square hopping in spring, summer and fall, with an eclectic mix of national and regional acts and classic family films. Also, be sure to check out the world-class live entertainment offered at the beautifully restored Tennessee Theatre. For more information, visit the Knoxville Destination Guide.

From a stately home on Peachtree Street to its current award-winning buildings in a spectacular setting, the High Museum of Art has grown to become the leading art museum in the Southeastern United States with its renowned collection and great architecture by Richard Meier and Renzo Piano. The variety of collections and exhibitions at the High Museum of Art will amaze you. Collections include 19th and 20th century American art, significant European pieces, modern and contemporary art, photography, African art and folk art. There are over 11,000 works of art in the permanent collection. Explore each of the seven collecting areas in greater depth through special gallery tours, lectures, and other events. For more information please visit the Georgia Destination Guide.

Randol’s originally opened as a traditional crab house that served Baltimore-style steamed crabs, but menu then evolved into serving many of the traditional Cajun dishes: gumbos, Etouffees, fried and boiled seafood. The award-winning head chef, Brian Smith, recently had the opportunity to work in Wolfgang Puck’s kitchen in Maui to learn the Pacific Rim style of cooking that combines California and Asian styles. Randol’s also attract some of the best local Cajun bands offering Cajun dancing and music. For an authentically, unforgettable Cajun experience two-step on over to Randol’s Restauarant, roll up your sleeves, and try the boiled Louisiana Blue Crabs! For more information, visit the Lafayette Destination Guide.

Newly Expanded and Nestled near Georgia’s most popular outdoor attractions, Pine Mountain RV Resort blends modern amenities with natural beauty! Pine Mountain RV Resort is located on scenic Highway 27, just over an hour away from Atlanta, and three miles from beautiful Callaway Gardens. It is only a few minutes drive from sites such as Roosevelt State Park, Warm Springs Village, and the towns of LaGrange and Columbus. The area is ideal for golfers, antique collectors, history buffs and gardening fans alike. Pine Mountain brings you closer to nature without taking you out of your comfort zone. The Resort has been thoroughly designed to accommodate rigs of any size and shape. For more information, visit the Pine Mountain Destination Guide

Take a scenic country drive into the Snohomish Valley and visit Craven Farm. The farm, which is nestled between Lord Hill and the Snohomish River, offers a unique and beautiful setting throughout the year for many varied events. We host an annual antique show and Fall Festival, weddings in our old barn, and company picnics. We enjoy sharing our farm with our many northwest friends and neighbors who have returned to our farm many times throughout the years. A delightful antique “tailgate” sale is held the last Saturday of June each year. The large lawn is covered with pick-up trucks filled to the brim with old antiques and country ware for sale. Come early, gates open at 8:00am! For more information, visit the Snohomish County Destination Guide.

The Georgia Aquarium is the world’s largest with more than eight million gallons of fresh and marine water and more aquatic life than found in any other aquarium. With five unique galleries that take you on aquatic adventure around the globe, you are sure to see things you’ve never seen before! The Georgia Aquarium also offers an exciting and intriguing environment for special events, in our Oceans Ballroom. With two large aquatic observation windows, guests find themselves face-to-face with exotic fish and animals from every corner of the world. The Aquarium also features a ballroom, which can be rented for special events. For more information please visit the Georgia Destination Guide.

Sunday, November 8th: The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra, supporting a core of full-time professional musicians, led by talented conductors. The KSO performs more than 200 programs each season in traditional and non-traditional venues throughout East Tennessee. Brighten your Sundays with music on an intimate scale in the beautiful ambience of the newly renovated Bijou Theatre. Experience music from Elgar, Suk and Tchaikovsky! For more information, visit the Knoxville Destination Guide.

Southern Maryland stuffed ham is a tradition that dates back many centuries in the region. There are plenty of variations in the way it is cooked, but the main ingredients of the dish include a corned ham soaked in brine and stuffed with a mixture of cabbage, kale and spices with a variety of peppers. Be sure to stop by Lenny’s Restaurant in California and enjoy this Southern Maryland tradition! For more information, visit the St. Mary’s Destination Guide.

Buy Fresh, Buy Local! Gretna Farmer’s Market vendors are proud to bring to you the freshest of the fresh. They are showcasing the best of spring fruits and produce. Each week they strive to have a local non-profit organization at the market to sell baked goods, and there is live music to make shopping fun. A wide variety of different vendors offer fresh local vegetables and dairy. Products from local bakeries, pork cracklins and smoked meats are also offered. Seasonal fruits, plants and cut flowers of the season can also be found. Bring your whole family for a stroll around the marketplace and support local farmers and grocerers! The market will take place during any weather condition. For more information, visit the Jefferson Destination Guide.

The 386-million-year-old fossil beds are among the largest naturally exposed Devonian fossil beds in the world. The park features a spectacular interpretive center overlooking the fossil beds and contains an exhibit gallery and award-winning movie. Fishing, hiking, fossil viewing, bird watching, and picnicking are among the most common activities. While fossil collecting is prohibited, the park staff encourages visitors to explore and discover the many different types of fossils that can be found on the ancient sea bottom. The Falls of the Ohio State Park is located at the end of West Riverside Drive, Clarksville, Indiana. Take Exit 0 on Interstate 65 and follow the signs. The State Park is open seven days a week, dawn to dusk. For more information, visit the Louisville Destination Guide.