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It’s official: Atlanta, Georgia, will be the host city of the NBA All Star game on March 7, 2021. The NBA players union agreed to the date, making it a reality.
The event will be Atlanta’s first major sports event since the COVID-19 pandemic started.
More than a week ago, senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, tweeted that the NBA and The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) were in talks to still have an All-Star game.
When Will The 2021 NBA All-Star Game Be?
The players and the league had to get on the same page regarding a date and city that was mutually acceptable to both parties. As a result, they settled on the NBA All-Star game date of Sunday, March 7, 2021 in downtown Atlanta’s Philips Arena.
Back when it was still just an idea, NBA insiders opined that a city that was also a strong TV broadcasting mecca made sense.
“One site under discussion is Atlanta, home of Turner Sports. That idea includes providing support for HBCU’s and COVID-19 relief,” Wojnarowski tweeted.
The overall plan would incorporate several other pieces to support other Atlanta institutions that are suffering due to COVID-19.
“That idea includes providing support for HBCU’s and COVID-19 relief,” Woj said. Although other cities are thought to be in consideration, the longtime sports journalist only alluded to Georgia’s largest city.
Atlanta, home of the league’s Hawks, has suffered like most sports cities as fan attendance has dramatically fallen and some venues have been repurposed to deal with hospital overflow.
Any All Star game held in Atlanta would have to adhere to strict COVID protocols. One advantage the city has is that it is the home of Turner Sports, which has the primary TV contract with the league.
“Public health conditions prevented the Pacers, the NBA All-Star Host Committee and the NBA from appropriately planning and executing fan-focused All-Star activities in Indianapolis that were envisioned for this February,” a league statement on Nov. 25 read, while announcing that Indianapolis would instead host the 2024 All-Star Game.
Then there are the logistical concerns posed by having such a large sporting event in the city, although Atlanta successfully hosted the SEC Championship a few months earlier.
When Is The Last Time Atlanta Hosted The NBA All-Star Game?
Only two times in the past 40+ years has the NBA All-Star Game been played in Atlanta. The first occurrence came in 1978 at The Omni coliseum. Years later, the game returned in 2003 at Philips Arena.
If the big game does return to the city, it would be held at State Farm Arena, which has been used a polling precinct most recently.
Back in 2003, the NBA’s biggest stars (Kobe, Lebron, Allen Iverson, etc.) converged on downtown Atlanta to have one of the largest and most congested events the city has ever had.
Here is some footage of the NBA All-Star game held in Atlanta in 2003:
“War is hell.” That familiar phrase was reportedly first uttered by Union General Tecumseh Sherman during the Civil War. Sherman commanded more than 100,000 troops as destroyed the American South town by town in the infamous “March to the Sea.”
Did You Know About The Slave Auction House In Atlanta?
One of the cities in his wake was Atlanta, then a teetering rail town. There are photographs that exist of much of the carnage, thanks to official Union photographer George N. Barnard, who was embedded with the soldiers.
In 1866, Barnard published one of the most important war photography projects of all time, “Photographic Views of Sherman’s Campaign.”
Much of Atlanta’s landscape was part of Sherman’s activities. As Georgia Tech’s historical account observes, “In anticipation of advancing Union troops in the summer of 1864, several forts were built on what is now Georgia Tech land. Seen as strategically high ground, land along the southern edge of campus was cleared and fortified by the Confederacy to prevent direct frontal attacks on the city.”
One of the more iconic pictures taken during Sherman’s invasion of Atlanta shows a structure on Whitehall Street used to hold slave auctions all but abandoned. Whitehall Street today is in the middle of a den of old, abandoned buildings, open and wild fields and liquor stores.
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Tyler Perry became a billionaire movie mogul by making movies out of his plays. He honed his craft until he became a household name. Now Tyler Perry Studios is one of the largest movie studios in the world.
If you’ve ever wanted to see inside it, here’s your chance to grab a glimpse of cinematic genius up close.
Here’s A Look Inside Tyler Perry Studios In Atlanta
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia. Tyler Perry Studios is set up to lead the way for Atlanta as well as the state.
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”3″ display=”basic_slideshow”]Perry prides himself on making films that relate to his audience despite the qualms from Hollywood producers to appeal to a wider demographic.
How Big Is Tyler Perry Studios?
Tyler Perry Studios sits on 350 acres, including 200 acres of greenspace. The property houses a movie studio, 40 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.
In addition, the property has 12 sound stages, all of which are named after cinema icons.
What Films Have Been Made At Tyler Perry Studios?
A short list of the productions he’s doing with BET Plus include:
Sistas,
The Oval
Bruh
Ruthless
Movies like Black Panther, Dolemite is My Name, Bad Boys For Life and Coming 2 America have also filmed at Tyler Perry Studios.
Is Tyler Perry Studios Open To The Public?
Save for the occasional private tour, COVID-19 pandemic has shut down any plans for a public tour at Tyler Perry Studios. Visitors are able to enter the grounds and drive around the roundabout to see a glimpse of the property beyond the front gates.
Aside from a visitor’s center, there’s nothing else an ordinary citizen can see at Tyler Perry Studios, but hopefully he will open it up for tours soon.
Here’s a video tour of Tyler Perry Studios given by the man himself:
Coming 2 America is just one of many films filmed in Atlanta. See our Movies Page for more.
With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.
There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest yousubscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.
As we previously reported, Atlanta is one of the cities chosen as a satellite screen for the Sundance Film Festival 2021. That means Atlanta tickets are available.
The Sundance Film Festival kicks off on Thursday, January 28 and runs through Wednesday, February 3, 2021.
Sundance Film Festival 2021 Kicks Off
The films coming to Atlanta will be presented at The Plaza Theatre (1049 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30306) screening both Indoors and at the Drive-In and at Dad’s Garage Drive-In (569 Ezzard St SE, Atlanta, GA, 30312). The selections playing in Atlanta, along with their screening locations, showtimes and ticket purchase options, can be found here.
As a movie mecca, Georgia is no stranger to the big lights of film production and great films.
But as one of Sundance’s satellite locations, things are about to heat up!
How To Get A Ticket To The Sundance Film Festival 2021
ATLFS and The Plaza Theatre have announced that ticket to the Sundance Film Festival in Atlanta are now available. That’s the only way you’ll be able to enjoy the amazing selection of film programming playing locally this year.
Reserve your tickets soon to avoid missing out. Are you an ATLFS member? Use your ATLFS membership to receive 20% off tickets.
As part of the deal, the Atlanta Film Society will be able to co-create and present Sundance programming to the local market.
“With the pandemic changing the landscape and format of film festivals globally, it was no surprise to learn that one of the most respected and recognized film festivals in the world, the Sundance Film Festival, had come up with an innovative plan to meet audiences where they are for their 2021 event,” said Christopher Escobar, Executive Director of the Atlanta Film Society
In addition to the Sundance Film Festival partnership, the Atlanta Film Society will present the 45th annual Atlanta Film Festival from April 22 – May 2, 2021.
With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.
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Henry “Hank” Aaron was a tender soul away from the baseball diamond. But on the field, he was an incomparable lion that instilled fear in opposing pitchers.
Aaron passed away on January 22, 2021 in Atlanta. He was 86. While Aaron’s legacy is secure, we are left with his indelible record in Major League Baseball as well as many words of wisdom he shared along the way.
5 Inspiring Quotes From Hank Aaron
Let’s take a look at some of the wise words Aaron left with us as a testament to a life well lived and graciously played.
While we remember these endearing words, let’s also recall the principles that Aaron lived by, including honor, respect and integrity.
1. Live Up To Your Friends’ Expectations
Aaron once replied to a letter from a fan way back from his Milwaukee Braves days. Author Sandy Tolan relates:
“It is very heart warming to know that you are in my corner. I will always be grateful for the interest you have shown in me. As the so called count down’ begins, please be assured I will try to live up to the expectations of my friends.”
“I don’t care if anybody believes me or not, as long as a breath is in my body, someone has to show me they’re going after a Black manager, they can have Black people working in the front office, they can have a Black trainer, I’ll say then that baseball has been fair to Blacks.”
3. Growing Up With The KKK
“I remember many times as a little boy growing up that the Ku Klux Klan would come marching down the street, for no reason at all,” Aaron said in a 2010 MLB Network interview. “My mother would tell me, ‘Son, go hide under the bed.’
When I was going after the record, the questions were always coming at me. ‘When are you going to break it?’ ‘Are you going to break it next week?’ ‘Will you break it tonight?’
“How would I know? You just have to try to be patient. I kept answering that I didn’t know, if not tonight, then tomorrow night, or next week, or next season.
5. On American Racism
Aaron was a beloved figure for most of America, but the constant racist threats, especially as he narrowed Babe Ruth’s homerun lead in the 1970s, left a bitter taste in his mouth. Here’s what he said about that, according to ESPN.
“If I was white, all America would be proud of me,” Aaron said almost a year before he passed Ruth. “But I am Black.”
The city of Atlanta as well as the state continue to express condolences for the loss of “Hammerin’ Hank.”
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said in a written statement. “This is a considerable loss for the entire city of Atlanta. While the world knew him as ‘Hammering Hank Aaron’ because of his incredible, record-setting baseball career, he was a cornerstone of our village, graciously and freely joining Mrs. Aaron in giving their presence and resources toward making our city a better place. As an adopted son of Atlanta, Mr. Aaron was part of the fabric that helped place Atlanta on the world stage. Our gratitude, thoughts and prayers are with the Aaron family.”
Baseball legend Hank Aaron passed away the morning of Thursday, January 22, 2021. He was 86 years old.
A private funeral will be held at Friendship Baptist Church Wednesday at 1 p.m. Local TV stations will stream the memorial service.
Aaron, one of the most iconic players in Major League Baseball history, started his career in the Negro Leagues before making his Major League team, the Milwaukee Braves.
Hank Aaron, Baseball Legend, Dead At 86
The 23-year-old was a force of nature. Shy and reserved from a small town, Aaron didn’t give interviews in the early years of his career.
In 1958, he took the Braves one game short of a championship. By that time, Aaron’s confidence was brimming.
“I felt extremely proud that I knew all the pitches like the back of my hand, and so I thought any time that I wanted to when I walked up to the plate that I could hit the ball as hard as I wanted to or could hit it out of the ballpark,” he once said.
Playing for nearly two decades, Aaron would rewrite the history books to become one of the most prolific hitters of all time.
The night he broke the homerun record in Atlanta-Fulton Stadium — smashing his 715th — remains one of the most electric feats in all of sports.
His record as the homerun king continues to stand in the MLB pantheon. His offensive prowess is unparalleled. Aaron holds many offensive records. He is one of only two players to hit 30 or more home runs in a season at least 15 times.
Despite Success, Hank Aaron Suffered Years Of Abuse
Born in Mobile, Alabama, Aaron always engendered himself to regular folks and never hobnobbed with the elite.
But despite his success, Aaron said he spent years suffering racially motivated death threats and ridicule from opposing fans and people intent at hating him.
Aaron said the years of abuse took a toll on him.
“I never thought that playing baseball would bring out so many negative and bigoted thoughts in people’s minds. I thought that they would be behind me 100%, but that was not the case,” he said.
Even on the fateful night he broke Babe Ruth’s homerun record, indicative of the racial climate at the time, his bodyguards had instructed the ushers to turn to face the crowd rather than the field during his record-breaking feat.
He spent his latter years as a vice president of the Atlanta Braves, his hometown team.
Funeral arrangements have been confirmed. He was to be laid to rest in a private ceremony on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 in a humble Baptist church.
Around Atlanta, the state and baseball world, condolences poured in for Aaron, a true son of the South.
“This is a considerable loss for the entire city of Atlanta,” Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said in a statement. “While the world knew him as ‘Hammering Hank Aaron’ because of his incredible, record-setting baseball career, he was a cornerstone of our village, graciously and freely joining Mrs. Aaron in giving their presence and resources toward making our city a better place. As an adopted son of Atlanta, Mr. Aaron was part of the fabric that helped place Atlanta on the world stage. Our gratitude, thoughts and prayers are with the Aaron family.”
The Atlanta Braves also released a statement, commenting on the gentle nature that Aaron always displayed.
“We are absolutely devastated by the passing of our beloved Hank,” Braves Chairman Terry McGuirk said. “He was a beacon for our organization first as a player, then with player development, and always with our community efforts. His incredible talent and resolve helped him achieve the highest accomplishments, yet he never lost his humble nature. Henry Louis Aaron wasn’t just our icon, but one across Major League Baseball and around the world. His success on the diamond was matched only by his business accomplishments off the field and capped by his extraordinary philanthropic efforts.
Are you a fan of chicken & waffles? Of course you are! Atlanta celebrities Ne-Yo and wife, Chef Crystal Smith, along with reality TV star Karlie Redd have teamed up to open a new restaurant in College Park: Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles.
Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles serves breakfast around the clock. The 85-seat eatery will close between 3 to 4 p.m. each day, but will be open throughout the night and day.
“Ne-Yo and I aim to make everyone feel at home at Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles, and you never know who you’ll see dining alongside you,” Johnny’s Chicken & Waffle co-partner Karlie Redd says in a statement.
The eatery is also a vehicle for Smith, who is an accomplished celebrity chef.
The restaurant, which is currently hiring, features a takeout counter, booths, tables, high tops and bar seating.
What’s On The Menu At Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”16″ display=”basic_slideshow”]Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles also serves pies baked fresh daily and a selection of café goods.
Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles’ guests can enjoy a menu that allows them to customize their chicken and waffles nearly anyway they like. That includes:
Mix-and-Match Proteins
Plain or Bacon-Flavored Waffles
Sweet and Savory Sauces
More Add-On Sides
Some menu standouts include Cheddar Drop Biscuits with whipped honey butter and strawberry preserves; Hot Skillet Cobbler desserts in apple or peach served with vanilla bean ice cream and salted caramel drizzle; Saints & Sinners Brioche French Toast Log served with either bacon, sunny side eggs and crispy garlic potatoes or berries, whipped topping and chocolate sauce; and The Mac Attack Chicken Sandwich with crispy chicken breast, creamy mac & cheese.
Where Is Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles Located?
Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles is located at 3725 Main Street, College Park, GA 30337. Here is a map to help you find it.
“Anyone who appreciates music will love the ambiance we created in our dining room, with awards and plaques from Ne-Yo, myself and some of our closest friends,” Karlie Redd says. “Who doesn’t love some amazing chicken and waffles, while listening to some amazing music! We hope to see you if you’re in College Park.”
Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles joins a vaunted list of the best chicken and waffle restaurants around Atlanta.
Another premium Mexican eatery has opened in Buckhead. In early January 2021, Botica opened inside the space formerly occupied by the Watershed.
The eatery, which was set to open in November 2020, is the handiwork of Chef immo Alboumeh, whose extensive culinary experience is informed from his time spent in f Lebanon, Italy and Spain.
Mexican And Spain Eatery Botica Opens In Atlanta
“Chef Mimmo Alboumeh, who grew up in Lebanon, Italy and Spain, began his culinary career in Mexican restaurants more than 20 years ago, bringing with him the cultural influence and cooking of his upbringing,” it says on Botica’s website. “The Botica menu is inspired by street style tacos and Chef Mimmo’s unique brand of hybrid cuisine.”
What’s On Botica’s Menu?
Photo credit: Botica
You may be wondering what’s on Botica’s menu. The Atlanta restaurant features in-house smoked meats, homemade dressings, salsas, sauces and a made-from-scratch menu.
The eatery also offers brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, 10 am to 4 pm, with Mimmo’s signature savory dishes and bottomless Mimosas.
Where Is Botica Located?
Botica is located in the Brookwood Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, just south of Buckhead. Here is a map of the eatery to help you find it at 1820 Peachtree Road, NW, Unit 3 Atlanta, GA 30309.
We are living in perilous times as food prices continue to peak and shortages on key items becomes a concern. That’s why you need an emergency food supply list.
In this article, we’ll share how you can save money by building an emergency food supply list to keep your cupboards have being bare. Keep in mind that you’ll want to keep an eye on expiration dates on perishable goods.
What To Buy For Your Emergency Food Supply
Because none of us knows what the future holds, we should always be prepared for an emergency. The key is to store food that can be cooked and items that can be eaten without being cooked.
Remember to properly store items based on the temperatures they need. Bacteria can spoil food quickly if stored at the wrong at temperatures.
Ready to go over some things you need for your emergency food supply? Let’s get started.
1. Buy Water
You should stock up on bottled water if you can. H2o is the most nutritious thing you can put inside your body. Whatever you favorite brand of water is, you should be able to find it at your local grocery store.
If buying bottled water is not an affordable option for you, consider storing water in your own containers.
The federal government recommends that you stock at least a three-day supply of perishable goods for any disaster or emergency.
You may choose to extend that to a week’s worth, if you have the space. But don’t buy items that you will just end up hiding from yourself. If you do that, much of your food will go bad.
So, what are some items you should buy? Here’s a partial list:
When it comes to stocking up a food pantry or storing emergency food supplies, one of the main ways to waste money is to buy things you and your family don’t even like to eat.
If you have children, ask them what they like to eat so you’ll know what to store.
Also, make sure you account for snacks, drinks and the main foods that make up a normal diet.
4. Buy Groceries In Bulk
You’ll also want to buy groceries in bulk quantities. Not only does it save money, but it ensures that you have a plentiful supply of the things you like.
It will do you no good to stock up on items that hurt your stomach or that you can’t have. Keep in mind what your dietary limits are.
If you can’t have a lot of sweets, it may not be a good idea to go all in on cereal or sodas.
Last Words
Making your own emergency food supply is simple if you take the time to plan. In case you lose electricity, make sure you have food items that don’t need to be cooked or heated.
Above all, you need to stay safe with the foods you choose to eat. That means you may have to throw away perishable food such as meat, poultry, or any leftovers that have sat out and are over 40 degrees Fahrenheit for two hours or more.
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A new eatery is now serving great food just outside the Perimeter in Atlanta: 1911 Biscuits & Burgers recently opened its doors in Smyrna. The eatery serves handcrafted burgers, biscuits, hot dogs, salads and sandwiches.
The new eatery is currently hiring for several positions inside and outside of the kitchen.
On the restaurant’s website it says: “We are now open and pleased to serve our Smyrna neighbors. Our Drive Thru is open for your convenience and safety. After the tremendous turnout this past weekend, we will be adjusting our menu.”
The menu of 1911 Biscuits & Burgers consists of some great American cuisine, such as Breakfast Plates anchored by chicken, sausage, bacon and steak. Also, the menu will offer Breakfast Bowls with brisket, bacon and more meats.
1911 Biscuits & Burgers will operate during the following hours:
Monday – Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where is 1911 Biscuits & Burgers Located?
1911 Biscuits & Burgers is located at 3120 South Cobb Dr. Smyrna, GA 30080. Here’s a map to help you find it.
