• Atlanta’s Top Dog? The Labrador Retriever

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    It’s a dog eat dog world out there, but in Atlanta, it’s a Lab’s world, as in Labrador Retriever! The breed once again took Atlanta’s top woof in the American Kennel Club’s (AKC) 2017 ranking of the most popular dog breeds in the country.

    The Lab came in No. 1 in Buffalo and Nashville, underscoring just how popular the pups are. Rounding out the top five in Atlanta were bulldogs (of course).

     The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was knocked out of the city’s top five, but joined the Yorkshire Terriers, Boxers and Rottweilers in the top 10.

    “The Labrador Retriever held strongly to the number one spot in Atlanta,” AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo said in a statement. “But the Bulldog is certainly pawing its way up the ranks, landing only one place behind its cousin, the French Bulldog.”

    Atlanta’s Most Popular Breeds 2017

    1. Labrador Retriever

    2. Golden Retriever

    3. German Shepherd Dog

    4. French Bulldog

    5. Bulldog

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  • Atlanta Braves game this weekend at Truist Park

    Study: Atlanta Braves Tickets Are The Cheapest In Baseball

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    Tickets to see the Atlanta Braves play at SunTrust Park are the most affordable out of any MLB team, according to a new study. GoBankingRates.com looked at Major League Baseball stadiums and compared what it costs fans for tickets, food, beverages and parking.

    Despite being one of the newest stadiums in all of MLB, admission to SunTrust Park came in No. 1in being the least expensive. When you add other expenses such as food, parking, etc, the Braves ballpark came in overall in second place, bested only by Coors Field.

    The Braves began play last week in its second season at SunTrust Park after a quarter-century in downtown Atlanta’s Turner Field.

    People heading to a Braves game are encouraged to park in Official SunTrust Parking Lots. There are 19 official parking lots operated by the Atlanta Braves that contain 14,000 parking spots. Prices in the lots range from $10 to $18, and parking can be purchased on the Braves website ahead of time.

    Other insights from the GoBankingRates.com study showed that it costs nearly $100 to enjoy the amenities at some of MLB’s top ballparks.

     

    Top 3 Most Expensive MLB Stadiums

    1. Cost to Attend Yankee Stadium: $95

    • Two tickets: $42
    • Two hot dogs: $6
    • Two beers: $12
    • Parking: $35

    2. Cost to Attend Safeco Field: $92.83

    • Two tickets: $51.33
    • Two hot dogs: $9.50
    • Two beers: $12
    • Parking: $20

    3. Cost to Attend Fenway Park: $91

    • Two tickets: $30
    • Two hot dogs: $10.50
    • Two beers: $15.50
    • Parking: $35

    Top 3 Least Expensive MLB Stadiums

    1. Cost to Attend Coors Field: $50

    • Two tickets: $20
    • Two hot dogs: $10
    • Two beers: $6
    • Parking: $14

    2. Cost to Attend SunTrust Park: $51

    • Two tickets: $12
    • Two hot dogs: $13
    • Two beers: $10
    • Parking: $16

    3. Cost to Attend Angel Stadium: $52.67

    • Two tickets: $24.67
    • Two hot dogs: $9
    • Two beers: $9
    • Parking: $10
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  • Wednesday Only: Atlanta Movie-Goers Can See ‘Blockers’ For Free

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    Universal Pictures is giving people in select cities the chance to attend a free”Spring Fling” screening of its new movie “Blockers.” The offer is good at 100 theaters in 50 cities (including Atlanta) across the nation on Wednesday, April 4.

    Guests who go to www.BlockersSpringFling.com and RSVP for a ticket—at participating locations—will be given one free admission to the 7:00 p.m. showing, up to theater capacity.

    Get Free Tickets To See ‘Blockers’ In Atlanta

    Free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and may only be claimed at www.BlockersSpringFling.com. Each guest must present a printed ticket and show a valid ID to receive admission. This offer is valid for the 7:00 p.m. showing of the film on April 4, at participating locations only.

    “Ever since our first screening at South-by-Southwest we have been overwhelmed at how audiences have embraced the film,” said Cannon. “In keeping with the spirit of the story and how gratified we are by the response, Universal is spearheading a series of free ‘Spring-Fling’ screenings. On behalf of our entire cast and crew we hope everyone will love watching this film as much as we loved making it.”

    “Blockers” stars Seth Rogen, , Evan Goldberg, Jon Hurwitz, in a flick about a three high school seniors who make a pact to lose their virginity on prom night. Three overprotective parents go on a wild and chaotic quest to stop them. Here’s the trailer below:

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  • Wednesday Only: Atlanta Movie-Goers Can See ‘Blockers’ For Free

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    Universal Pictures is giving people in select cities the chance to attend a free”Spring Fling” screening of its new movie “Blockers.” The offer is good at 100 theaters in 50 cities (including Atlanta) across the nation on Wednesday, April 4.

    Guests who go to www.BlockersSpringFling.com and RSVP for a ticket—at participating locations—will be given one free admission to the 7:00 p.m. showing, up to theater capacity.

    Get Free Tickets To See ‘Blockers’ In Atlanta

    Free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and may only be claimed at www.BlockersSpringFling.com. Each guest must present a printed ticket and show a valid ID to receive admission. This offer is valid for the 7:00 p.m. showing of the film on April 4, at participating locations only.

    “Ever since our first screening at South-by-Southwest we have been overwhelmed at how audiences have embraced the film,” said Cannon. “In keeping with the spirit of the story and how gratified we are by the response, Universal is spearheading a series of free ‘Spring-Fling’ screenings. On behalf of our entire cast and crew we hope everyone will love watching this film as much as we loved making it.”

    “Blockers” stars Seth Rogen, , Evan Goldberg, Jon Hurwitz, in a flick about a three high school seniors who make a pact to lose their virginity on prom night. Three overprotective parents go on a wild and chaotic quest to stop them. Here’s the trailer below:

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  • Amore Cucina & Bar Opens In Town Brookhaven

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    The smell of delish Italian-American dishes is ruminating through the air in Town Brookhaven, as new eatery Amore Cucina & Bar recently opened.

    Amore is owned by chef and restaurateur Bruno DiFabio, 6-time World Pizza Champion and Food Network mainstay. The Atlanta location is the second one, modeled after the original restaurant in Stamford, Connecticut.

    Amore Cucina & Bar Opens in Brookhaven

    The eatery, which is located in the same spot as the now-closed Pizza Fire restaurant, will have Monday through Friday Happy Hour specials from 3 to 6 p.m. Other features will include a Sunday Brunch and what the restaurant is calling a “soon to be famous” Bloody Mary Bar, Bottomless Mimosas.

    The interior of the restaurant will feature modern-rustic décor and hand painted murals from artists Sharon Leichsenring and Christopher Curnan out of Connecticut.

    Standouts on the menu include Pork Belly & Polenta gravy, italian polenta, toasted almonds, spiced raisin, Pan Seared Snapper with creamy pea risotto, arugula, shaved fennel, lemon and Cavatell Massimo (lobster meat, grape tomato, spinach, cream sauce).

    World-Renowned Chef and Restaurateur, Bruno DiFabio to Open Amore Cucina & Bar in Brookhaven, GA (PRNewsfoto/Amore Cucina & Bar)

    See Amore’s website for more info.

     

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  • First Friday At Arches + Two-Year Anniversary Brewery Bash

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    Arches Brewing in Hapeville is going to be festive on the first full weekend in April. That’s because it will be First Friday on April 6 and one week later, they’ll celebrate the brewery’s second anniversary.
    Grab your tickets and come out to support Arches on Saturday, April 14th!  The establishment will be featuring multiple rare & barrel-aged styles, tapping a specialty cask, and pouring our very first experimental lager from their recently announced Lager Lab project.

    Arches Brewing Celebrating 2-Year Anniversary

    The party will stay rockin’ with two lives bands, the Atlanta Photo Camper, and Buena Gente Bakery serving up delicious cuban eats.
    Arches promises that there will be even more surprises on the site.
    General Admission tickets are $25 and VIP tickets are $75 – ticket details & purchase here.
    Here’s the flyer info:

    This will be a ticketed event, 21+ only and no dogs will be allowed.

    Live music by Lazy Lightning & The Night Shift.

    Buena Gente Cuban Bakery will be onsite slingin’ delicious cuban fare, so come hungry!

    Atlanta Photo Camper will be hanging out to help capture the moment! Have you seen their setup?? It’s amazing.

    A pre festivities group bike ride to the brewery sponsored by @The Spindle ATL

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  • Atlanta United Squares Off Against Minnesota

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    Saturday night at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis figures to be a barn burner as Atlanta United and Minnesota United look to face off in a battle of upstarts. Both squads began their inaugural season in 2017, one with considerably more fanfare than the other.

    Atlanta was not only new last year, but good. They reached the postseason and boasted a boisterous crowd that set attendance records for all but one MLS club. Still, many around the league want to know if they’re for real.

    Atlanta United vs. Minnesota United

    At Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AUTD players are focused on the task at hand. “I don’t know that [our goals] have changed, they’ve just maybe gotten a little bit loftier,”  technical director Carlos Bocanegra told ESPN. “The realistic goal and challenge is to be in that conversation and be challenging for the Cup every year.”

    The Minnesota club stands in utter contrast to the immediate success experienced by Atlanta.

    “We are a long, long way from where I want — and where the club wants — us to be,” Minnesota coach Adrian Heath was quoted by ESPN FC as saying. “That is just the reality of where we are at this point in time. We live in a here-and-now world. Everybody wants to go on reality TV and be a star overnight. Nobody wants to put in the work that takes years.”

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    Atlanta’s Josef Martinez is No. 1 in the league in goals scored (four) and Miguel Almiron is tops in shot attempts (22). That bodes well for the Five Stripes.

    Last season, Atlanta beat Minnesota in its home-opener 6-1, something they’re trying to avoid this time around.

    Atlanta is coming from a week off after winning back-to-back matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Now, they head up north for what promises to be a fairly frigid evening.

    Here’s how to keep up with the match

    vs. ⏰ 7:30 p.m. ET | LIVE 📺 FOX Sports South 📲 FOX Sports GO

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  • Atlanta United Beats Minnesota 1-0 Off Bizarre Play

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    Saturday night at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis was a barn burner as Atlanta United won against Minnesota United in cold weather. The victory came courtesy of an own-goal by Minnesota United’s Francisco Calvo in the third minute after Hector Villalba’s head shot bounce off the goal’s crossbar.

    The win makes three consecutive victories for Atlanta, which is looking to capitalize on its momentum for the rest of the season.

    Both squads began their inaugural season in 2017, one with considerably more fanfare than the other.

    Atlanta was not only new last year, but good. They reached the postseason and boasted a boisterous crowd that set attendance records for all but one MLS club. Still, many around the league want to know if they’re for real.

    Atlanta United Beats Minnesota United 1-0

    At Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AUTD players are focused on the task at hand. “I don’t know that [our goals] have changed, they’ve just maybe gotten a little bit loftier,”  technical director Carlos Bocanegra told ESPN. “The realistic goal and challenge is to be in that conversation and be challenging for the Cup every year.”

    The Minnesota club stands in utter contrast to the immediate success experienced by Atlanta.

    “We are a long, long way from where I want — and where the club wants — us to be,” Minnesota coach Adrian Heath was quoted by ESPN FC as saying. “That is just the reality of where we are at this point in time. We live in a here-and-now world. Everybody wants to go on reality TV and be a star overnight. Nobody wants to put in the work that takes years.”

    Atlanta’s Josef Martinez is No. 1 in the league in goals scored (four) and Miguel Almiron is tops in shot attempts (22). That bodes well for the Five Stripes.

    Last season, Atlanta beat Minnesota in its home-opener 6-1, something they’re trying to avoid this time around.

    Atlanta is coming from a week off after winning back-to-back matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Now, they head up north for what promises to be a fairly frigid evening.

    Here’s how to keep up with the match

    vs. ⏰ 7:30 p.m. ET | LIVE 📺 FOX Sports South 📲 FOX Sports GO
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  • ‘I Miss The Old Kanye’ ATL Tribute Party

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    If you’re a “Late Registration Fan,” and if “Jesus Walks” in your life, then you prolly miss the old Kanye West. The super-producer-rapper-father-husband may be playing it cool these days, but his music still kicks.

    That’s why this Atlanta event is kicking it in tribute.

    I Miss The Old Kanye! ATL Kanye West Tribute SUNDAY | April 1

    Location: The Aisle 5 | Easter Weekend

    A night dedicated to Art heads, and lovers of Culture and GOOD Music. Curated by theplaylist.com, “I Miss the Old Kanye” is trip down hip-hop lane, celebrating the “Good Life” and times of the “Father of Backpack Rap”.

    New to the experience? Say less.

    Come expecting Hip Hop | Trap | Soul | R&B | Deep House and Ye’ Inspired Dj Sets . Along with Art displays from some of the cites dopest Visual Artist and Live Performances by ATL’s Top Indie Artist paying Homage to Mr. West with their own unique renditions of some of Kanye’s classic songs.

    Resident DJs for the Night:

    Xavier BLK

    DJ Twoee

    Performances By:

    Baby Rose
    Christian Ahmed
    Remey Williams
    DAYSHAWNx
    Pule Leburu
    @AngelWhite
    Marcus Neither
    Nai Br.XX

    For a ONE-NIGHT special event, join us as we revive the sounds of a musical genius, lyrical legend, & THE man who changed hip-hop culture, as we know it – Kanye West. If you, too, Miss The Old Kanye, then you don’t want to miss this.

    WAKE UP MR. WEST!!

    $15 pre-sale | $20 door
    Doors opens 7p |

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  • ‘I Miss The Old Kanye’ ATL Tribute Party

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    If you’re a “Late Registration Fan,” and if “Jesus Walks” in your life, then you prolly miss the old Kanye West. The super-producer-rapper-father-husband may be playing it cool these days, but his music still kicks.

    That’s why this Atlanta event is kicking it in tribute.

    I Miss The Old Kanye! ATL Kanye West Tribute SUNDAY | April 1

    Location: The Aisle 5 | Easter Weekend

    A night dedicated to Art heads, and lovers of Culture and GOOD Music. Curated by theplaylist.com, “I Miss the Old Kanye” is trip down hip-hop lane, celebrating the “Good Life” and times of the “Father of Backpack Rap”.

    New to the experience? Say less.

    Come expecting Hip Hop | Trap | Soul | R&B | Deep House and Ye’ Inspired Dj Sets . Along with Art displays from some of the cites dopest Visual Artist and Live Performances by ATL’s Top Indie Artist paying Homage to Mr. West with their own unique renditions of some of Kanye’s classic songs.

    Resident DJs for the Night:

    Xavier BLK

    DJ Twoee

    Performances By:

    Baby Rose
    Christian Ahmed
    Remey Williams
    DAYSHAWNx
    Pule Leburu
    @AngelWhite
    Marcus Neither
    Nai Br.XX

    For a ONE-NIGHT special event, join us as we revive the sounds of a musical genius, lyrical legend, & THE man who changed hip-hop culture, as we know it – Kanye West. If you, too, Miss The Old Kanye, then you don’t want to miss this.

    WAKE UP MR. WEST!!

    $15 pre-sale | $20 door
    Doors opens 7p |

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