104.7 The Fish(R) Hosts First Celebrate Freedom(TM) Concert in Atlanta.ATLANTA -- Atlanta's largest free one-day outdoor concert Celebrate Freedom(TM) hosted by 104.7 The Fish makes a splash on Labor Day Labor Day, holiday celebrated in the United States and Canada on the first Monday in September to honor the laborer. It was inaugurated by the Knights of Labor in 1882 and made a national holiday by the U.S. Congress in 1894. weekend, Saturday, Sept. 1, at the Georgia International Horse Park The Georgia International Horse Park is located in Conyers, Georgia, 30 miles (50 km) east of Atlanta. History Due to the growth of Rockdale County, Georgia in the late 1980's, the county was looking to expand its wastewater treatment system, but they were having to find . Featuring Steven Curtis Chapman Steven Curtis Chapman (born November 21, 1962 in Paducah, Kentucky, U.S.) is a contemporary Christian musician who has won five Grammy awards and more Gospel Music Association awards than any other artist in history. , Avalon, Mandisa (from American Idol American Idol is an annual American televised singing competition, which began its first season on June 11, 2002. Part of the Idol franchise, it originated from the British reality program Pop Idol. ), Mark Schultz, Aaron Schust, Need to Breathe and many more leading contemporary artists, the event also highlights a message of vision and inspiration from world-renowned evangelist Luis Palau. The first concert of its kind in Atlanta promises fans and family a full-day of unprecedented fun and entertainment. Park gates open at 7 a.m. for the concert which is expected to run from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. "This event is a celebration of our passion to serve Atlanta the best in Christian music and entertainment," said Mike Moran, general manager for Salem Atlanta. "We anticipate a day that will leave a mark on the hearts and minds of everyone who attends." Thousands are expected to attend Celebrate Freedom[TM] Atlanta, with free tickets available at key sponsor outlets throughout the area including Kroger, Bugaboo Creek Steak House Bugaboo Creek Steak House is an American steak house with locations in ten states. It is decorated as a hunting lodge in the Canadian Rockies and has won numerous 'Best Steak House' awards from CitySearch and AOL. and Bruster's Real Ice Cream. In addition to musical performances, the event features live broadcasting from 104.7 The Fish, Atlanta's Christian adult contemporary station, a fireworks fireworks: see pyrotechnics. fireworks Explosives or combustibles used for display. Of ancient Chinese origin, fireworks evidently developed out of military rockets and explosive missiles and accompanied the spread of military explosives westward to extravaganza sponsored by Nehemiah ReConstruction, a children's area with slides, rides and bounce houses (kids play all day $10) and a variety of vendors and concessions throughout the park. Ford is also a major sponsor for the event. For more information about the concert, go to www.thefishatlanta.com. In addition to 104.7 The Fish, Salem Atlanta includes WNIV 970 and 1400 AM Atlanta's Christian Talk, 920 AM WGKA Atlanta's News Talk. Salem Communications (Nasdaq:SALM) is a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider See content provider. , and magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian- and family-themed content and conservative values. The company owns and operates approximately 100 radio stations, including 61 stations in 23 of the top 25 markets. Additional information about Salem may be accessed at the company's website, www.salem.cc. |
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