Abstract: According to one embodiment of the invention, a system is provided that provides services to a patron in a restaurant that enhances the dining experience. For example, one embodiment provides a method of providing information for use by a patron of a restaurant at a table of the patron by providing an interactive display for use at a table in a restaurant wherein the display is configured to be viewable by the patron when the patron is seated at the table; providing a graphical user interface for the interactive display accessible by the patron when the patron is seated at the table; configuring a first portion of the graphical user interface to display information for a local event schedule, wherein the first portion of the graphical user interface is selectable by the patron to display additional details for the local event schedule. Similarly, an apparatus can be provided that is configured to provide such capabilities as well.