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Atlanta’s Georgia Tech and the City of Douglasville are teaming up with Google for the 2018 Georgia Gravity Games, a gravity-only car race competition happening this weekend. The event is slated for Saturday, November 3, 2018, in downtown Douglasville.The Gravity Games is an education initiative intended to inspire Georgia’s prep students to use STEM-related skills and ideas to build gravity-powered vehicles. The Gravity Games have commenced in Douglas County, site of one of Google’s global data centers, for the past four years.There will be food vendors on hand as well as Science Street, a STEM exhibit with hands-on activities for kids.Gravity Games registration is open to anyone as is the event. The registration deadline was October 19, 2018, at 11:59 p.m. Students, teachers and individuals can register at http://www.gagravitygames.com. -
A $450 million mixed-used development featuring residential and business spaces is taking shape in West Midtown. It’s called The Interlock. The project is a partnership from two companies involved at Ponce City Market.
The structure is located at Howell Mill and 14th Street and will feature a stately rooftop that promises to be an architectural wonder. Slater Hospitality Concepts plans to build a one-acre rooftop featuring a private infinity pool and lounge with retractable roof, according to the media release.
Other amenities at The Interlock include a two-story 12,000-square foot restaurant. The concept would be available to members of an exclusive club like those in New York, Chicago and other metropolitan cities.
According to the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the Interlock project the inaugural tenant has already signed on: Saint-Germain Bakery, which also has a location at Ponce City Market, will move into a 20,000 square foot space.
The Interlock is scheduled to break ground in November and open in 2020.
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This week is turning into quite the foodie holiday around Atlanta. Just in time for Dia de los Muertos, El Super Pan is bringing back their beloved El Burro Pollo pop-up.
Beginning at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 1 at their Ponce City Market and Battery locations, El Super Pan will be serving dishes such as Pozole Rojo, Mexican Tuna Escabeche, Barbacoa Tacos, and more.
Mexican beers and craft cocktails will be poured throughout the night, featuring a Paloma made with tequila blanco and grapefruit soda, a Michelada with lager, spicy tomato, and chipotle soy, and Santa Muerte, made with mezcal and Campari. The full food menu can be found below:
Pozole Rojo
slow cooked hominy, spicy chicken and broth, tomatillo, crema, veggies ($6)
Ceviche Acapulco
shrimp & octopus, avocado in a spicy tomato-orange sauce ($8/12)
Aguachile
raw fish, serrano pepper aguachile, cucumbers, red onion ($11)
Aleta Amarilla en Mole
raw ahi tuna, spicy cacao ponzu, lime mezcal rice, sesame, nori ($14)
Mexican Tuna Escabeche
lettuces, naked slaw,tomatillo, pepita ($8.50)
El Burro Pollo
chicken barbacoa, banderita sauces, naked slaw on a charred tortilla ($9)
Barbacoa Tacos
steamed Painted Hills beef, mayan adobo, orange, herbs, banana leaf ($8)
Tacos de Cabeza
slow cooked pigs head with charred serrano, scallions, garlic ($8)
Smoked Tofu Burro
greens, slaw, tomatillo, sambal, pepitas on a charred tortilla ($7)
When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
Fast-casual is 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.
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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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If you’re looking for a weekend party that costs absolutely nothing. Just east of Midtown Atlanta, you’ll find the Rum Punch Brunch Street Dance at Sound Table.On Sunday, November 4, 2018, experience Caribbean culture in the streets on the Edgewood Ave strip. Yes, we are partying in the street Jamaican Independence style!The event will feature 10 DJs. 1 Special Guest. 2 Great Hosts.Enjoy:Endless Rum Punch.Gourmet Caribbean Food.The Best Vibe!Menu includes:Jerk Wings, Elote (Mexican Street Corn), Shrimp Chorizo Tacos, Japanese Fried Tacos, Veggie Tacos, Festivals. -
If you have that police officer, military vibe you could be perfect for a casting call coming up for the TV show, “Brooklyn.” This Atlanta casting call will be filmed on Nov. 14 and 15 and you must be available for both days.
“Brooklyn” TV show: Casting Call In Atlanta
Police Officer / Military / Tactical Types 2 Day Booking & Season Reoccurring
IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR THIS ROLE YOU NEED TO ALSO BE ABLE TO WORK WITH US THROUGH OUT THE SEASON (NOT JUST A ONE AND DONE) YOU WILL BE PART OF OUR CORE POLICE GROUP
Ethnicity : African American / Black
Males and Females
Ages : 18 – 65yrs
Location : Atlanta, GA
Rate : $75 / 8 hrs
2 DAY BOOKING: 11/14 + 11/15
Mandatory Fitting : 11/2 (if you cannot make it this date please still apply but we really need for you to try your best to be available for a 20 min fitting on this day – we have times during the whole day)
Filming Dates : 11/14 & 11/15 (Mandatory 2 Day Booking)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. -
Just as metal, just as hard and just as cool as those other guys, The Txlips are an all-black woman rock band based in Atlanta.
AtlantaFi recently sat down with them at Atlanta’s AfroPunk, which happened in mid-October.
The Txlips just released their debut album “Queens of the New Age,” which is available on Amazon and iTunes as well as various music outlets.
The Txlips were born when the group’s lead guitar player and vocalist “Guitar Gabby” helmed the background band for Atlanta rapper Diamond.
“The Txlips are a rock-and-roll black female band based out of Atlanta, but we are all from different parts of the United States,” Gabby said.
MoDrumma, the group’s drummer, said the band actually started off with her and Gabby. “Me and Gabby have been friends with years. We’ve crossed paths musically for years and one night she called me and said, ‘Hey, I’ve been asked to work on a music video for Diamond from Crime Mob. She was like, ‘Do you want to be a part of i?’, and I was like, “Sure, why not?”
MoDrumma said that’s when the idea of a music group arose.
“So we went there, there were a lot of other musicians there and at that point, Gabby was like, ‘You know what, there are some bad females that can play some dope instruments. Why not make our own stuff together? So since then, we’ve been road dogs and that’s where the Txlips were born.”
Gabby said the group is a united entity, but like Voltron, they are individuals artists as well. “We are all different, with individuals backgrounds, and styles that come together to show how diverse black women really are.”
Dara Carter, a keyboardist and singer for the group, said she learned diverse musical styles from her father. “My dad was a major influence [musically], he listened to a lot of diverse music so I got to hear a lot of bands that most people haven’t heard of. I pulled a lot of my sound from bands a lot of people haven’t heard of.”
The Txlips are currently on their “Queens of the New Age” tour in support of their album. Next year, they’re slated to perform in South Africa. Look for them in a city near you.
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.
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All aboard! Thrifting Atlanta Bus Tours are taking you to some of the retail shops to buy affordable clothes and other items. It all goes down Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 9 AM – 7 PM EDT.
Thrifting Atlanta Bus Tours are hosted by Keren Charles, a personal shopper and fashion blogger at Two Stylish Kays. Join Thrifting Atlanta and enjoy a chauffeured bus ride to shop Atlanta’s best resale shops (thrift, consignment & vintage), get exclusive shopping discounts, light refreshments and a bag lunch too!
Where: Goodwill Piedmont
Out of the Closet Thrift Store
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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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In what is believed to be a first for Georgia, Atlanta Public Schools is going to let girls play flag football in middle school. The girls’ sport will commence in 2019, APS said.
The move would make APS a pioneer in girls’ football, as only a handful of school districts around the nation offer the sport. All 13 of the school district’s middle schools will have a team next fall, APS said in a news release.
“Atlanta Public Schools is excited to partner with USA Football, ESPN and the Atlanta Falcons to be one of the first school districts in the country to provide another outstanding athletic opportunity through flag football for our middle school girls,” said APS Superintendent Dr. Meria Carstarphen said in a written statement. “I can’t wait to have my first workout with one of our teams!”
“Atlanta Public Schools’ forward thinking will foster increased participation opportunities and positive experiences for a new group of student-athletes, setting a great example for school districts nationwide,” said USA Football CEO Scott Hallenbeck.
APS has the support of local and national sports luminaries in offering girls flag football.
“The Falcons have long appreciated the fan support of girls across our region – now it’s our turn to root for them,” said Vice President, Community Relations, AMBSE Chris Millman was quoted as saying. “We’re happy to support Atlanta Public Schools as the district builds its middle school girls flag program. This continues an exciting trend of girls flag across the greater Atlantaarea and we’re proud to ensure these programs have the budget assistance they need for the good of their student-athletes.”
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Want to learn more about the Beltline and its history concerning African-Americans? The Atlanta BeltLine Partnership (ABP) is inviting the public to attend the next free ABP Speaker Series event at the Atlanta BeltLine Center.
On Wednesday, October 24, 6-8 pm, Dr. Karcheik Sims-Alvarado, CEO of Preserve Black Atlanta, a non-profit dedicated to identifying, recording, and preserving African-American history and culture, will speak on “Developing Partnerships in the Quest for Freedom.”
In her talk, Dr. Sims-Alvarado will delve into how Atlanta came to be the epicenter of the modern civil rights movement, how Atlantans of multiple races came together in the quest for freedom, and how knowledge and arts accessibility can be democratized through the “open museum.”
After the talk, Dr. Sims-Alvarado will sign copies of her book, “Atlanta and the Civil Rights Movement: 1944-1968.” Copies of the book will be available for sale at the Center for $22.
She hosted a photo exhibition by the same name earlier this year during the Art on the Beltline series.
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More than 30 years ago, Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird scorched and torched the Atlanta Hawks, scoring a season-high 60 points. Larry Legend started off hot and got unconscious in the late third and fourth quarters.
The Celtics won the game, which was played when Hawks icon Dominique Wilkins was a young player finding his identity in the hard-scrabble NBA. Take look at the shot selection, scoring plays and oohs and aahs from the crowd.
That time Larry Bird scored 60 against the Atlanta Hawks (VIDEO)
It’s a cliche, but this is “one of the greatest performances ever.
Bird was already an NBA superstar at the time. The French Lick, Indiana native was the fuel that powered the mighty Celtics in the league’s hey day. Bird was always a great all-around player, but this display against the Hawks is when he made it look easy.
Glad we don’t have to relive those days in ATL. Besides, ATL’s Dominique Wilkins later went toe to toe with Bird and the Celtics in a number of memorable battles at the Omni as well as in Boston Garden.
Now we have super rookies like Trae Young to swish threes on opposing players. Y’all ready for the 2018-19 Atlanta Hawks?
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