• Atlanta Casting Calls: See What Movies, TV Shows Are Hiring - Atlanta casting calls

    Atlanta Casting Call: Light-Skinned Male Sought For Major Movie In Atlanta

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    Could they be looking for a Will Smith lookalike? “Bad Boys 3” is slated to begin filming in Atlanta very soon. We don’t know for sure, but what we do know is that a major motion picture is looking to cast a tall light-skinned muscular African-American male, between the ages 30-55, w/a short fade and facial hair.

    (Open Availability Day and Night from November to Mid April)

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    ** MUST BE ABLE TO INTERVIEW TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27th — If selected, camera test on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 **

    Rate: $150/12 ($37.50 Interview)

    Location: Atlanta, GA

    How to Submit:
    To apply, please send your name, age, height, weight, phone number, email address, stand-in experience & 3-4 CLEAR photos to submissions@catrettcasting.com

    Subject: 6’2 MALE STAND IN

    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.
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  • Goodie Mob To Do Free Concert In East Point - Goodie Mob Coming To The Tabernacle

    Goodie Mob Coming To The Tabernacle

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    The legendary Goodie Mob is coming to the Tabernacle on Nov. 21 2018 in one of the Atlanta’s most anticipated reunions. The group needs no introduction to ATL hip hop fans.

    Goodie Mob Performing at Tabernacle in Atlanta

    Goodie Mob is an Atlanta musical institution on par with some of the greats. All four members were born and raised in Atlanta, and the group is based there with the rest of the Dungeon Family, a collective that includes OutKast and P.A. Now, they’re booked for a show in their hometown.

    GET TICKETS HERE

    The Muddy Water Group presents:

    Goodie Mob #LIVE #IN #CONCERT 🎤 🎤 🎤 🎤 @:

    Tabernacle Atlanta
    1️⃣5️⃣2️⃣ LUCKIE ST. ATL, GA

    With special guests my big bro DJ NABS & the big homie KP The Great. Tickets Available @ ALL Ticketmaster Outlets.

    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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  • Lit and Lava Fridays

    Friday In Atlanta: Lit At Lava

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    Come party at this Atlanta nightclub on Friday and forget about the long work week. International, Nationwide, and Local guest know its Lit @ Lava Fridays.

    The party is going down Friday, Nov 23, 2018, 9:00 PM –Saturday, Nov 24, 2018, 3:00 AM EST at Lava Lounge 57 13th Street Northeast Atlanta, GA 30309.

    That means it’s going to be an open desk, great food, drinks and relaxed dresscode make this ultimate afterwork kickback. www.UniversalRepublicAtl.com#Socializeglobally.

    GET TICKETS HERE

    Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our  news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

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  • Steel City Pops in Decatur is shaking things up.

    Steel City Pops In Decatur Is Shaking Up The Popsicle Market

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    Steel City Pops In Decatur Is Shaking Up The Popsicle Market

    A new popsicle shop has taken metro Atlanta by storm, to the delight of customers in Decatur. Steel City Pops, a gourmet pops company, opened in October 2017. Steel City Pops in Decatur is shaking things up.

    The goodies initally opened a pop-up shop at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta in mid-June, getting a taste of the metro ATL market. The business specializes in natural ingredient frozen treats and all-gluten-free treats sweetened with raw, organic cane sugar ( no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives).

    “We are a family-owned, all-natural, gourmet popsicle company that opened in Birmingham, Alabama, in 2012 and have since grown to 19 locations across Alabama, Texas, and Kentucky,” general manager Jack Roberson said in a statement.

    The shop has gotten rave reviews from customers as Decatur residents and their kids often opt for a sweet treat after dinner.

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  • New Atlanta Restaurant 'Grass' Debuting In Midtown

    New Atlanta Restaurant ‘Grass’ Debuting In Midtown

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    Let’s face it: Healthy food options are far and few between in a Southern dining mecca like Atlanta. But ever so often an eatery comes along with good intentions. Grass: A Vegan Eatery is set to open this weekend in Midtown Atlanta.

    Grass: A Vegan Eatery will be at A Mano Restaurant in Old Fourth Ward Atlanta off Ralph McGill Boulevard on Sunday, November 18, 2018 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM EST.

    The eatery promises to feature an extensive vegan plant base menu with appetizers, entrees, salads, and desserts. To set the mood, live music will be provided on the patio and exclusive vegan/plant based vendors out to showcase their products and knowledge.

    Click for RSVP/RESERVATIONS.

    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.

    Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our  news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

    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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  • Where To Eat And What To Do On Easter In Atlanta - Osteria Mattone's 5-Year Anniversary In Roswell

    Don’t Miss: Osteria Mattone’s 5-Year Anniversary Menu In Roswell

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    It’s a special time for Osteria Mattone, the venerable Roswell restaurant popular with the north Atlanta set.

    Executive chef Eric Sell and the Osteria Mattone staff have set up a special Anniversary Menu in honor of the restaurant’s fifth birthday!

    The fare will feature some of Osteria’s “greatest hits” over the years for new and old customers alike. The special menu will be available alongside the regular dinner menu from NOV-11 to NOV-15 (five nights for five years!)!

    Patrons can expect the following delicious dishes: Bucatini All’Amatriciana (guanciale, Calabrian chili, pecorino), Lasagna Bolognese (pappardelle, mozzarella, traditional ragu), Tagliolini Di Mare (the original! lobster, crab, shrimp, seafood brood, tomoato, garlic) and more.

    More favorites will be on hand like the Doppio Agnolotti (handmade ravioli stuffed with duck confit and sweet potato, brown butter-sage jus), and the Bomboloni (sweetened fried dough, vanilla custard and warm chocolate dipping sauce).

    Make a reservation at osteriamattone.com or walk-in this week.

    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.

    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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  • New Hard Rock Hotel Opening Next To Mercedes-Benz Stadium

    New Hard Rock Hotel Opening Next To Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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    The downtown Atlanta-Vine City revitalization continues as Hard Rock International recently announced Reverb by Hard Rock, a new hotel concept that will be located in downtown Atlanta.

    Reverb by Hard Rock will be part of a new brand of music-centric hotels “designed as contemporary hubs where modern music lovers can connect and create,” the company said in a news release.

    Located  adjacent to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Reverb is tentatively planned to open in February 2020.

    “Reverb by Hard Rock will spotlight the guest in a whole new way and create a place for those who eat, sleep and breathe music to unite and collaborate,” Todd Hricko, senior vice president for Hard Rock Hotels, said in the release. “Atlanta is the perfect location for our first Reverb, as it is rich in music history, spanning from the greats like Ray Charles and the Black Crowes to current popular artists like Ludacris, Usher, Ciara and John Mayer.”

     Atlanta-based companies Bolton Atlanta, LP and Hotel Equities (HE) will develop and manage the hotel, which is expected to significantly lift the clout of the nearby Castleberry Hills neighborhood.

    “We’re proud to announce our collaboration with Hard Rock International in launching the inaugural Reverb by Hard Rock,” said Frank Chen, chief operating officer of Bolton Atlanta, LP. “The area’s energetic atmosphere and history of embracing artistic endeavors aligns well with the Reverb by Hard Rock hotel product.”

    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!

    Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our  news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

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  • Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar opened in Decatur

    Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar Opens In Decatur

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    Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar opened in Decatur on Monday, making it the eatery’s fourth Atlanta area location.

    Bad Daddy’s parent company, Good Times Restaurants, is in the midst of a major expansion in the Southeast, where it aims to open between six and eight more restaurants in the future.

    Bad Daddy’s is known for its decadent, stacked burgers and artisan food. Other locations include one in Smyrna,

    “We are excited to be part of the Decatur community. Its traditional small-town atmosphere, sophistication and excitement and the location at Church St and N. Decatur Rd are a perfect fit for us,” Boyd Hoback, the Company’s President and CEO, said, in a written statement. “The North Decatur Square shopping center is full of great retailers, beautiful open space and brand new residential development creating a perfect destination for the Bad Daddy’s customer.”

    Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar is an upscale “small box” restaurant concept featuring a chef-driven menu of gourmet signature burgers, chopped salads, appetizers and sandwiches. The restaurant also features a full bar with craft microbrew beers.

    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.

    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.

    Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our  news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

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  • Report: HQ2 Will Be Split Between Two Cities

    Report: HQ2 Will Be Split Between Long Island, Northern Virginia

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    Well, it looks like Atlanta’s hopes of landing the world’s largest online retailer are over. The sweepstakes of getting Amazon’s second world headquarters is going to two cities in the Northeast. A new report from the New York Times says that Amazon’s HQ2 will be split between New York City’s Long Island and northern Virginia.

    The move would mean that each city would have about 25,000 employees each. The news gives life to several leading cities, including Atlanta, which heard with the rest of us last week that the HQ2, at least one of them, would be located in the Virginia area.

    Of all the cities vying to become the Amazon HQ2, Atlanta figured it had a leg up on the competition: world class airport, sizeable downtown and entertainment district, affordable housing and MARTA.

    But Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and team have been eerily silent on which city they will choose to bring 50,000 jobs to and $5 billion in investment. But now the world’s biggest online retailer has announced that it will have an answer before end of year.

    Late-stage negotiations with the New York City-New Jersey area involve more than $7 billion in incentives, the Journal reports.

    Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our  news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

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  • Ammazza Pizzeria Opens Decatur Location

    Ammazza Pizzeria Opens Decatur Location

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    Ammazza pizzeria is opening in Decatur on Tuesday, Nov. 13, AtlantaFi has learned. The restaurant will be housed in a 2,500-square-foot space just across the street from Kimball House.

    Ammazza will open daily for dinner, with lunch service to come in early 2019. For now, the eatery is BYOB until they secure their liquor license.Once that’s taken care of, Ammazza will feature a beverage program of craft cocktails, beer and small production wines.

    Running the kitchen will be Executive Chef Sean Dwyer, whose big on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

    The new restaurant will feature an expanded dinner menu borrowing heavily from Italian culinary pillars, such as antipasto, pasta, dolces and made-from-scratch pizzas with cured meats from local charcuterie The Spotted Trotter.

    Guests can expect a rotating palette of seasonal insalatas, pastas and delightful dolces for dessert. Patrons can also choose vegan pizzas, topped with housemade cashew cheese.

    Ammazza hours of service:

    Sunday – Thursday: 5-11pm

    Friday – Saturday: 5-12pm

    Lunch to follow

    ADDRESS:

    314 E Howard Ave

    Decatur, GA 30030

    Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our  news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

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