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The Atlanta Summer Beer Festival kicks off Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Historic Fourth Ward Park.
The festival will feature more than 200 beers, many from local Atlanta breweries, as well as wine varieties.
Atlanta Summer Beer Festival 2019: Everything you need to know
There will be plenty of fun attractions and activities to enjoy this year, including live music on the main stage.
Tickets are $40 advance, $45 after June 8, and $55 day of event. Tickets are now on sale.
Your ticket price includes a souvenir cup, entertainment, and all of your beer, wine and cider samples.Where will the Atlanta Summer Beer Festival be located?
The festival will be held at Historic Fourth Ward Park. Here’s a map to help you find it.
This festival is one of the premiere outdoor events in Atlanta this year. Held in Atlanta’s prime venues, festival season spotlights the best of the city.Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.As the weather warms, you can expect Atlanta festivals, many who probably have never heard of, to hit every weekend.Don’t worry, AtlantaFi.com has got you covered.Whether you enjoy food-focused festivals, or some downhome blues under the sunset. We’re going to cover them all.This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. See all the Atlanta festivals this year. -
A new $80 million mixed-use development in Midtown Atlanta called Waldo’s Old 4th Ward will be anchored by Motto by Hilton, a micro-hotel concept.
The hotel, which is set to break ground in August 2019, will be the first Motto by Hilton in the United States and is located at the intersection of Boulevard and Edgewood.
Waldo’s Old 4th Ward to be anchored by Motto by Hilton
The 125-key Motto by Hilton will be equipped with a full-service restaurant, food stalls in a courtyard, and a speakeasy.
In addition to the Hilton hotel, Sixty West Funds and Lucror Resources will build a seven-story heavy timber construction office building.
The construction of Waldo’s Old 4th Ward has come to fruition through the Sixty West O4W Opportunity Fund. Included within one of the city’s 26 eligible Opportunity Zones identified by the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act of 2017, the urban infill, master planned, mixed-use community is one of the first Qualified Opportunity Zone funded developments to break ground in Atlanta and in the United States.
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The Atlanta Symphony presents Opera’s Greatest Hits at Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta. The event takes place on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost is free for this concert, which has first-come, first-serve seating.
Atlanta Symphony presents Opera’s Greatest Hits: Tchaikovsky & More
Music Director Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra return to Piedmont Park’s Oak Hill for a performance featuring Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony and more. The evening will begin with a pre-concert performance from the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra at 6:30 p.m., conducted by ASO Associate Conductor and ASYO Music Director Stephen Mulligan.
The Orchestra’s history at the park dates back to the first performances in 1976 led by conductor Robert Shaw. Over the years, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra has performed more than 100 concerts in the park, delighting audiences with free live symphonic music.
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:
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“Nina: Ledisi & Me” is set for Friday, October 18, 2019 at Atlanta Symphony Hall Live. Ledisi’s set will run from 8 to 10 p.m.
Buy tickets to Nina: Ledisi & Me now so you can beat the crowd. The Atlanta Symphony regularly jams with contemporary acts throughout the year in Atlanta.
Ledisi’s name is up for debate: There is evidence that it means “to bring forth luck” as well as “my mother is great” in Yorubu. Either way, she’s a powerhouse singer with the voice of an angel.
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
Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com you might like:
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It’s all about conjunctions, interjections and what a bill is when “Schoolhouse Rock Live” comes to metro Atlanta. The event is slated for June 14-23 at Act1 Theater in Alpharetta.
Schoolhouse Rock
Your favorite campy childhood jingles like “Just a Bill” (video) and “Conjunction Junction” come to life during Schoolhouse Rock Live at Act1 Theater in Alpharetta.
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
Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com you might like:
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The Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival will take place from Friday, June 14-16 in Mozley Park. This three-day event will commemorate the history and heritage associated with Juneteenth.
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival: Everything you need to know
Festivities will include shopping with and supporting black owned businesses, non stop performance’s, family reunions, Father’s Day weekend celebrations and more.
Attendees can expect an Afro-fashion-extravaganza, speakers, top musical bands, marching bands, community leaders, community vendors, family activities, workshops, martial arts, yoga, chess tables, car clubs, cycle clubs, voter registration, spoken word, bounce houses and much more.
The Juneteenth celebration is also commemorating the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on the 50th year remembrance of his assassination. Their will be a parade in his memory, on the street that bears his name, in the community where he grew up and went to school.
Where will the Juneteenth festival take place in Atlanta?
The Juneteenth festival will take place at Mozley Park, 1565 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive NW Atlanta, GA 30314 Here is a map to help you find it.
This festival is one of the premiere outdoor events in Atlanta this year. Held in Atlanta’s prime venues, festival season spotlights the best of the city.Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.As the weather warms, you can expect Atlanta festivals, many who probably have never heard of, to hit every weekend.Don’t worry, AtlantaFi.com has got you covered.Whether you enjoy food-focused festivals, or some downhome blues under the sunset. We’re going to cover them all.This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. See all the Atlanta festivals this year. -
Although the ninth annual Atlanta Food & Wine Festival was a win-win for the city and attendees, there was one crown for the PNC “Best of the Fest” competition.
Chef Kristian Wade of Beau Rivage Resort & Casino took home top prize this year in the PNC “Best of the Fest” competition.
Mississippi chef wins PNC ‘Best of the Fest’ title
Wade’s Landmass Burger was the favorite, featuring a smoky, grilled double-patty, American cheese, Mississippi tomato fondue, caramelized onions, crispy bread and butter pickles, a succulent blend of New Orleans barbeque sauce and Alabama white sauce, and topped with a fried oyster.
Beau Rivage, MGM Resorts International’s AAA Four Diamond beachfront resort in Biloxi, Mississippi features 1,740 guest rooms and suites, nine restaurants and 16 kitchens.
“Thousands of attendees from across the country were drawn to this year’s festival, which provided a great opportunity to bring the community together to experience one of the South’s leading culinary arts festivals,” said Eddie Meyers, PNC regional president for Greater Georgia.
The three-day festival was anchored at the elegant Loews Hotel in Midtown Atlanta. Thousands gathered for the Tasting Tents were spread across Historic Fourth Ward Park.
Here are some highlights from Atlanta Food & Wine Festival 2019″
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Prince Akeem is coming to Peachtree. The long-awaited sequel to “Coming to America” will film in Atlanta, according to news reports.
Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall have signed on for leading roles so far. Craig Brewer (“Hustle & Flow) is attached to the project as director.
Jermaine Fowler (“Sorry To Bother You”) has been cast as a lead, fueling speculation that he will be Akeem’s son.
‘Coming to America 2’ plans to film in Atlanta
“Coming to America 2” or “Coming 2 America,” as the movie is being called, has been slated for a release date in August 2020.
The plot of the movie is said to center on Akeem coming back to America after learning that he has a long-lost son. That son would be the heir to the throne in Zamunda, the African kingdom.
When Akeem finds his son, he is barely making it in Queens. Early reports are that comedian Dave Chappelle is in talks to join the project as well.
Success of original ‘Coming to America’
The original film was released in the United States on June 29, 1988. It debuted at #1, taking in $28.4 million at the box office in its opening weekend.
“Coming to America” would go on to earn $228 million worldwide.
With Murphy playing a variety of roles, the film garnered two Oscar nominations, one for makeup and the other for costume design.
Here are all the barbershop scenes in ‘Coming to America’
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.Up next: Here’s the A List celebrities starring in ‘Coming to America’ sequel
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The Chicken+Beer Festival is happening Saturday, June 15, 2019 in Midtown Atlanta. The festival features delcious chicken and plentiful beer (of course).
Chicken+Beer Festival 2019: What you need to know
The Chicken+Beer Festival 2019 will take place at Piedmont Park in the city’s center. The one-day event is a celebration of fried chicken as well as many of the region’s best beers as well as imports.
There are several admission tiers for those who want to experience the Chicken+Beer Festival to the full.
There are exclusive tasting experiences available for VIP admission. See more info as well as GET TICKETS HERE.
Festival-goers can expect to find plenty of local food and beverage concessions, live entertainment and more.
Where will Chicken+Beer Festival 2019 be held?
The Chicken+Beer Festival 2019 will be at 10th Street + Charles Allen Drive Atlanta , GA 30309. Here is a map to help you find it.
This festival is one of the premiere outdoor events in Atlanta this year. Held in one of metro Atlanta’s prime venues, festival season spotlights the best of the city.Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.As the weather warms, you can expect Atlanta festivals, many who probably have never heard of, to hit every weekend.Don’t worry, AtlantaFi.com has got you covered.Whether you enjoy food-focused festivals, or some downhome blues under the sunset. We’re going to cover them all.This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. See all the Atlanta festivals this year. -
BET and Will Packer Productions are looking for local talent to film upcoming scenes for “Bigger,” a TV show filming in Atlanta.
Production for “Bigger” started in the spring and is scheduled to run through June.
BET’s ‘Bigger’ seeks African-American college students as extras
“Bigger” stars five thirtysomethings looking for love. The show primarily focuses on Layne Roberts as a woman contemplating a marriage to Greg, but things aren’t where they should be. Especially with hunk Reggie Langford vying for her attention.
Layne and her friends are determined to make the most of themselves, because life in your thirties doesn’t have to be boring yet.
Casting call details:
***NOW CASTING PAID MILLENNIAL EXTRAS FOR FLASHBACK SCENE PORTRAYING COLLEGE STUDENTS IN 2003. (MULTIPLE DAY BOOKING… ***NEW DATES)
CAB Castings, LLC. is looking for PAID EXTRAS (AGES 18 to 30) to be a part of our new project “BIGGER” filming here in Atlanta, GA.
Scenes will shoot in DOWNTOWN ATLANTA, GA.
WE ARE NOW CASTING FOR THE FOLLOWING :
-90 AFRICAN AMERICAN COLLEGE STUDENTS – year 2003
(MALE AND FEMALE)DAYS OF FILMING ARE
(MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL AND THE FITTING):
– THURSDAY JUNE 6, 2019
– FRIDAY JUNE 7, 2019
– MONDAY JUNE 10, 2019*This scene is set at a HBCU with hip and young students in 2003! So please consider that with your looks when applying for this casting. YOU WILL HAVE TO HAVE CLOTHING LIKE IN 2003. Attached are a few wardrobe boards for reference. Men should not be in anything fitted. Individuals should follow the boards as closely as possible but there can’t be any logos. So the vibe should remain the same minus any logos
* IMPORTANT!!!!!!! ——> BOOKING THESE DATES, SOME OF YOU WILL BE ASKED TO ATTEND A FITTING ON THIS THURSDAY. JUNE 6, 2019! PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE, WITH CORRECT CLOTHING, SO WE CAN SCHEDULE YOU FOR THAT.
****WE ASK THAT YOU BE PREPARED FOR AT LEAST A 12HR WORK DAY INCASE WE GO THAT LONG… SO PLEASE HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY FOR THIS DAY!!!
***The rate for extras on this production is $75/8hr, which you will receive in the form of a check in the mail.
If available, please email the information below to BIGGERextras@gmail.com
w/ Subject Line: HBCU COLLEGE STUDENT
ALSO INCLUDE:
– Name
– Number
– Age
– Height
– Sizes (Shirt, Pants, Jacket, etc.)
– Do you have visible tattoos? If so where?
– ARE YOU ABLE TO ATTEND A FITTING ON THURSDAY
6/5?
– Car Type/ Model/ Year ( BETWEEN 1990-2002)
– What days available: 6/6, 6/7 and/or 6/10
– 2 Photos (1 Headshot/ 1 Full Body)
*********PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION ABOVE IN YOUR EMAIL FOR PROPER BOOKING!!!A member from CAB CASTINGS, LLC. will call you to book your attendance in a scene and confirm availability if interested in booking you for the show.
***SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.Thanks so much and we look forward to seeing you all on set!
– CAB Castings, LLC.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.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls