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A new South American tapas and wine bar is opening in Midtown Atlanta. El Viñedo Local is set to open its doors in early 2020, according to a press release.
El Viñedo Local means “The Local Vineyard” in English. And that’s exactly what the new Atlanta restaurant inspires to be.
El Viñedo Local coming to Midtown Atlanta
The eatery will serve small plates, South American-inspired dishes, wine and coffee.
“We are excited that El Viñedo Local will become a part of the growing energy of Midtown, and we’re looking forward to offering our guests the ability to socialize and explore wines in a unique setting,” the owner Robert Kaster said in a press release.
Where will El Viñedo Local be located?
El Viñedo Local will be located at 730 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30308. near the Fox Theatre. Here is a map to help you find it.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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Atlanta has a sizeable Greek population and it’s going to celebrate its culture this weekend at the Atlanta Greek Festival.
This three-day event is set for Sept. 27-29 at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation.
Atlanta Greek Festival: Everything you need to know
Atlanta’s annual taste of Greece will offer attendees a chance to immerse themselves in the vibrant and diverse culture of Greeks.
This festival will feature vibrant music, art, history, authentic cuisine, and more.
Buy tickets here
Here is Friday’s Atlanta Greek Festival Schedule. See the complete schedule here:
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Atlanta has a sizeable Greek population and it’s going to celebrate its culture this weekend at the Atlanta Greek Festival.
This three-day event is set for Sept. 27-29 at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation.
Atlanta Greek Festival: Everything you need to know
Atlanta’s annual taste of Greece will offer attendees a chance to immerse themselves in the vibrant and diverse culture of Greeks.
This festival will feature vibrant music, art, history, authentic cuisine, and more.
Buy tickets here
Here is Friday’s Atlanta Greek Festival Schedule. See the complete schedule here:
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We all know that Georgia’s largest city is the place to be when it comes to movie and TV production. But the city is also trying to become a writer’s mecca. If you want to know how to become a screenwriter in Atlanta, here are some steps you should follow.
Atlanta has replaced Hollywood as a movie mecca, but to a large extent, all the writers rooms remain in California. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be a screenwriter in Atlanta.
How to become a screenwriter in Atlanta
In this article, we’re going to show you how to become a screenwriter in Atlanta so that your storytelling can make it to the big and small screen.
AtlantaFi.com enlisted an expert, Tequoia Urbina, an Atlanta-based screenwriter and producer to help us break down the steps. She said she’s been doing video production since age 12 and has worked on various projects throughout her career.
“I create stories with strong female protagonists and diverse characters,” she said. “I believe in weaving current events and global issues that will provoke discourse and inspire change.”
If you want to do the same and become a screenwriter in Atlanta, here is a step-by-step process to make it happen:
1. Get the skills, education & know-how
If you’re serious about becoming a screenwriter, you’ll want to devote the time, energy (and money) it takes to go to school for it.
Urbina attended a performing and visual arts magnet school in Savannah, Georgia from the sixth through 11th grade. She then went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in film from Georgia State University in downtown Atlanta.She then earned her M.S. in Communications from Northeastern University.
Once you graduate or have amassed the experience you think you need to be successful in screenwriting, it’s time to start coming up with a project to write.
2. Write your project
Make sure your storytelling skills express something you think is either sellable or you’re passionate about. Also, make sure you stick with a genre you’ve researched and are able to do well.
Urbina said the #1 way to make your project a success is to make it unique.
“BE ORIGINAL, the more unique your script, the more difficult to steal.”
3. Make connections / network
Your work is going to stand on its own merits, but it always helps to make some helpful connections along the way. Urbina said you should use your social media accounts to try to reach people that can help your project take off.
“I use social media platforms to make industry connections,” she said. “I have found LinkedIn to be the most effective platform for connecting with people in the industry and forming businesses relationships. I also highly recommend joining industry groups and attending local networking events.”
4. Get your screenplay seen
Now that you have this awesome screenplay, you may be wondering how the right person will read it. This is where you find ways to get it out there.
“The best way to have screenplays read is to submit them to competitions,” Urbina said. “I advise that you use recognized sites like Blacklist and Coverfly for details on legitimate contests.”
Of course, you can always go the DIY route to get your film before the masses. Here’s what Urbina said about that:
“If you have a budget, film your project and promote it on social media.”
Urbina said that many contests offer critique on submissions for an extra fee. “It is a great way to get objective feedback on your scripts and possibly the attention of industry professionals.”
If you follow these steps, you will have a great chance of becoming a successful screenwriting career in Atlanta. But don’t think it happens overnight.
Urbina said the process can be long or relatively short, depending on many factors. “There is no specific time frame. All contests have their own processing rate.”
Here’s the #1 thing you want to remember as you submit screenplays
Urbina said the #1 thing you can do is protect your original work.
“The best advice that I can offer is to always copyright your work before submitting or sharing,” she said. “Also, don’t be afraid to send off your work for fear of someone stealing your idea. Yes, it is a risk but it is worth it if it lands in the right hands.”
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
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.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 you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Got any other questions about being a screenwriter? You can reach Tequoia Urbina on Instagram @TQthewriter.81She will answer any production/screenwriting questions that you have!Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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The Regal Theater at Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta is getting a 4DX theater, according to an announcement.
The theater’s renovation will include “motion-enabled chairs, environmental controls for simulated weather and other conditions, and scent models,” the Atlanta Business Chronicle reports.
4DX movie theater coming to Midtown Atlanta
The redevelopment will include the building of a VIP area comprised of four auditoriums. The ticket windows will also be renovated as well.
The changes are part of a way to get movie-goers to come back to the theater rather than opt to watch films at home via streaming devices and cable TV.
Experiential retail environments will make people feel and smell what’s going on on-screen.
Up next: Things to do this weekend in Atlanta
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Whether you’re visiting or live here, Atlanta has a jam-packed week of events on deck. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend that it’s going to be difficult to decide one (or two) or three.
From festivals to conventions, to concerts, parties, soirees and other Atlanta events, the city has it all this weekend. Looking for something fun to jump into? Here are some of our best bets.
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend: Sept. 27-29
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend include parties, conventions, comedians concerts, spring festivals and much, much more.
Best bets: Sugar Factory Grand Opening feat. Nick Cannon
Best bets: Atlanta Durag Festival
Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
Things to do on Friday, Sept. 27
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Park(ing) Day in South Downtown11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / Broad St.
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You Got Time Comedy Show7:00 p.m. / The Village Theatre
Don’t miss: The Chef-Off at Monday Night Garage
Things to do on Saturday, Sept. 28
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Festival de la Cultura Latina2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. / The Home Depot Backyard
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Maker Faire Atlanta 201910:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Georgia State Stadium
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Yoga in the Park9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. / Woodruff Park
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ADNA Downtown Scavenger Hunt12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Closing: Atlanta International Fashion WeekGeorgia World Congress Center
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GameDay Tailgate, Built by The Home DepotCollege Football Hall Of Fame
Atlanta’s clubs will be on 10 this weekend. See the hottest ATL nightclubs this week and what’s going on.
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend: Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019
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Falcons vs. Titans1:00 p.m. / Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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Maker Faire Atlanta 201910:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Georgia State Stadium
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Sunday in the Park at Oakland Cemetery12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
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Closing: Disney on IceState Farm Arena
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Closing: Our Town & The Laramie ProjectThe Balzer Theater at Herren’s
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Closing: Roald Dahl’s CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at the Fox TheatreTuesday – Thursday, 7:30 p.m. / Friday, 8 p.m. / Saturday, 2 p.m., 8 p.m. / Sunday, 1 p.m., 6:30 p.m / The Fox Theatre
Atlanta has so much to do that you need a curated guide to help you sort through it all. Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
Explore Atlanta at your own pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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- Here are the REALLY FUN things to do in Atlanta
- Check out these FREE events in Atlanta
- Feeling adventurous? Here are some outdoorsy things to do in ATL
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DJ Envy, New York radio personality and producer, is hosting a real estate seminar in Atlanta. This event is set for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, 11 a.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center, Building A, Room 302 – 305 Atlanta, GA 30313.
Join Cesar (flipping_nj) and DJ Envy for a life-changing experience where they share their knowledge and industry secrets.
Cesar & DJ Envy’s Real Estate Seminar come to Atlanta
Hear from real estate experts such as mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, hard money lenders, credit consultants, construction and rehab professionals, and others who will walk you through the ins and outs of real estate.
If you’re an investor, first time home buyer, or interested in how to make money in real estate you cannot miss this seminar. Get ready to take notes in order to prepare yourself for a great investment! Space is limited.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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- Here are the REALLY FUN things to do in Atlanta
- Check out these FREE events in Atlanta
- Feeling adventurous? Here are some outdoorsy things to do in ATL
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DJ Envy, New York radio personality and producer, is hosting a real estate seminar in Atlanta. This event is set for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, 11 a.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center, Building A, Room 302 – 305 Atlanta, GA 30313.
Join Cesar (flipping_nj) and DJ Envy for a life-changing experience where they share their knowledge and industry secrets.
Cesar & DJ Envy’s Real Estate Seminar come to Atlanta
Hear from real estate experts such as mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, hard money lenders, credit consultants, construction and rehab professionals, and others who will walk you through the ins and outs of real estate.
If you’re an investor, first time home buyer, or interested in how to make money in real estate you cannot miss this seminar. Get ready to take notes in order to prepare yourself for a great investment! Space is limited.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com you might like:
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The Future and Meek Mill 2019 Legendary Nights Tour comes to Atlanta on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. The show begins at 7 PM.
Fans of Future and Meek Mill can also get to see YG, Mustard and Megan Thee Stallion, who will perform there as well.
Atlanta: Future and Meek Mill 2019 Legendary Nights Tour
Meek will perform hits from his 2018 album “Championship,” while Future will do a medley of hits from his seven albums, including the EP he released in June, “Save Me.”
Here are the remaining dates of the Legendary Nights Tour:
September 23 – Tampa, FL @ Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
September 24 – West Palm Beach, FL @ Coral Sky Amphitheatre
September 27 – Austin, TX @ Austin360 Amphitheatre+
September 29 – Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
October 1 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
October 3 – Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion
October 5 – Las Vegas, NV @ Mandalay Bay Events CenterThere are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in Atlanta has some of the cheapest duty-free prices in America when it comes to liquor, according to a recent study.
An analysis by The Points Guy shows that Atlanta’s airport ranks high for spirit prices among domestic airports.
Report: Hartsfield among cheapest in U.S. for duty-free liquor
Of the four categories highlighted in the study, alcohol was the only one that Hartsfield ranked high for. Other categories were cosmetics, tobacco and fragrances.
According to the study, the cheapest U.S. airport for duty-free buys is Honolulu (HNL). Meanwhile, the most expensive was Seattle (SEA).
Here is a breakdown from the study:
Category
Cheapest Airports
Most Expensive Airports
Liquor Atlanta (ATL), Miami (MIA), Honolulu (HNL) Tampa (TPA), New York (JFK), Los Angeles (LAX) Cosmetics Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), New York (JFK) Seattle (SEA), Newark (EWR), Denver (DEN) Fragrances Las Vegas (LAS), New York (JFK), Los Angeles (LAX) Seattle (SEA), Denver (DEN), Tampa (TPA) Tobacco Honolulu (HNL), Charlotte (CLT), Fort Lauderdale (FLL) Seattle (SEA), Denver (DEN), Las Vegas (LAS) The results of the duty-free shopping study show that when it comes to buying thins in the airport, it pays to shop around.
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