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One of the world’s largest tech companies teamed up with the National Parent Teacher Association to help keep metro Atlanta families abreast of privacy safeguards available to them. Google invited parents and guardians to their local office for the an Atlanta Family Online Safety Workshop.
Google, National PTA Hosts Family Online Safety Workshop In Atlanta
The event took place Monday, April 23, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Google’s Midtown office at 10 10th Street NE.
Atlanta has been chosen as the kickoff city of the pilot program, which will offer essential tips on online safety, parent-centered online safety workshops led by National PTA and information on how to keep your data safe.
Google also released the findings of its Atlanta Family Online Safety survey, which includes info culled from 1,000 Atlanta families on their online safety habits and perceptions. Here are some of the data:
- 38% use a different password for each online account
- 66% double-check the web address of links in email
- 29% use two-step verification
- 82% have spoken to their kids about the information they post online
- 81% have spoken to their kids about online bullying or harassment
- 78% have spoken to their kids about finding trustworthy information online
Lucian Teo, Google’s User Education and Outreach Manager, along with Sean Arthurs, National PTA’s Senior Manager of Education Initiatives, were on hand along with area parents and guardians.
“It has never been more important to understand the basics of online safety, and parents need a strong baseline of knowledge to teach their families how to protect their information online,” Teo said in a news release. “We’ve teamed up with National PTA to introduce our first Family Online Safety Workshop, bringing families together to share the knowledge they’ve gathered teaching their own kids to stay safe on the web.”
“As parents, we want to help guide our children so they can navigate the world and make safe, smart, informed decisions,” Teo added.
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Sweetwater 420 Fest will take place Friday, April 19 through Sunday, April 21, 2019 in Midtown Atlanta. The rock festival is already prepping for an awesome weekend of good times, good music and great beer.
Sweetwater 420 Fest 2019 will take place at Centennial Olympic Park across four stages. There will be an artists market, food village and more great stuff on tap.
Sweetwater 420 Fest 2019: Everything you need to know
Friday April 19 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Gates open: 12:00 PM | Box Office Hours: 10:00 AM – 10 PMSaturday April 20 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Gates open: 11:30 AM | Box Office Hours: 10:30 AM – 10 PM
Sunday April 21 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Gates open: 11:00 AM | Box Office Hours: 10:00 AM – 9 PMThe Sweetwater 420 2019 music lineup includes nearly 50 acts including Widespread Panic, Keller Williams’ Grateful Grass, Rebelution, Moon Taxi, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, John Medeski’s Mad Skillet, Turkuaz and Knower, according to the AJC.
Sweetwater 420 2019: Ticket info
Early-bird tickets sales started Tuesday at 10 a.m. and are ongoing at www.sweetwater420fest.com/tickets/
3-day admission starts at $99
Advance: $139*
Full: $154*
Will Call: $160*There will also be a race! Registe for the April 20 420 Fest 5K – a Peachtree Road Race qualifier – at www.sweetwater420fest.com.
This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. Fortunately for us, 2018 is not over just yet. See all the 2019 Atlanta festivals this year.
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Atlanta is getting a new craft beer in honor of some new music for a good cause.
Now Atlantans drink suds for a good cause. All proceeds from the ale will go toward the SHARE Military Initiative at the Shepherd Center. The program helps in the rehabilitation of veterans injured in post-9/11 combat.
New ‘Find a Light’ Pale Ale On Tap This Week In Atlanta
As if you didn’t need another cool reason to drink up, the refreshing ale named after the latest album from Atlanta-based music group Blackberry Smoke, which is a big supporter of the troops and Shepherd’s Men. In fact, , this is the Southern rock band’s second beer in tandem with the organization.
Brought to fruition by Hop City Craft Beer & Wine and Monday Night Brewing, the new “Find a Light” Pale Ale will be on tap in the coming days — Thursday, April 12 at Monday Night Brewing; Tuesday, April 17 at Hop City’s West Midtown location and Wednesday, April 18 at Hop City’s Krog Street location.
The brew will also be available at Barleygarden Kitchen & Craft Bar starting on Thursday, April 19.
Find a Light is made with Lemondrop hops, Golden Promise malt and has a 5.22% ABV (alcohol by volume) content that symbolizes the 22 current and former service members that commit suicide on a daily basis.
Hop City Beer & Wine has become one of Midtown’s favorite gathering places and features the largest selection of different beers on the East Coast.
Atlanta-based Monday Night Brewing is a craft brewery that grew out of a Bible study group to become a safe place for deep conversation, bonding and sharing some of the best beer in the United States.
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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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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.”
Determined to get the dub.
📝 https://t.co/YbLsFjWENG pic.twitter.com/7n0PV4K1ts
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) March 31, 2018
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.
“It was samba football, just everybody wanting to attack and press forward without the right kind of balance,” midfielder Rasmus Schuller told the Minneapolis Star Tribune. “And playing a team like Atlanta that has loads of talent up front, and people running behind the line, you get exposed. And that’s kind of what happened last season. So we don’t want to do that again.”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
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Osteria Mattone’s Yoga on the Patio series has moved to new digs for 2018. The popular event will relocate to the Heart of Roswell Park (off of Elizabeth Way). With the change comes a new name as well: Yoga in the Park!
Yoga in the Park will commence in April on the second Sunday of each month at the Heart of Roswell Park. It will continue through November (with the exception of May because of Mother’s Day).
Come join Osteria Mattone’s Yoga on the Park 2018
Yoga in the Park will start at 10 a.m. each second Sunday and will include free 60-minute classes taught by a local instructor. All body types are welcome to attend. Each event concludes with a ticket for a complimentary mimosa at Osteria Mattone.
All are welcome to stay awhile to experience executive chef Eric Sell’s Italian-inspired brunch, available at Osteria Mattone every Sunday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own mat and water.
Here is the list of instructors for each session:
Instructors
April 8 | Ellery Long from Ember Hot Yoga (Woodstock)
May 6 | Kim Saunders from Lift Yoga Studio (Alpharetta)
June 10 | Julia Larson from Harmony Chiropractic (Roswell)
July 8 | Jessica McCleskey Hood from Soulful Yoga (Roswell)
Aug 12 | Laura Clower from Soulful Yoga (Roswell)
Sept 9 | Ahoo Sarab from Korsi Yoga (Roswell)
Oct 14 | Terri O’Connor from Plum Tree Yoga (Roswell)
Osteria Mattone is located at 1095 Canton St., Roswell, GA and can be reached via (678) 878-3378.
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What else would you expect from Three Stacks? The man that gave us “Hey Ya” and a generation’s worth of Southern-fried anthems is at it again. Andre Benjamin, one half of the Atlanta rap brand, OutKast, is designing Tretorns.
The shoe game has always been a fly-by-night endeavor for celebrities. But something about this one just feels so right. The “I André Benjamin will not draw in class” capsule collection is here, people.
The line features 10 unique designs, including a subdued update to the classic Tretorn sneaker many of us grew up with. Those fans aching for new music will have to bump the old jams instead. Content to know that one of the world’s dopest creators has — momentarily — put down the mic and picked up the pencil to sketch beautiful creations that go on feet.
The brand says that most of the inspirations come from a fresh mixture of Tretorn’s prep pedigree and Andre’s classroom daydream sketches.
Check out Andre’s shoe game at Tretorn.com.
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Casting directors are looking for a number of fresh faces to cast in scenes in the new Godzilla movie, which is filming in Atlanta. The movie, tentatively titled “Godzilla: King of Monsters” or “Godzilla 2,” is part of the cinematic universe (MonsterVerse) of “Kong: Skull Island.”
The new flick, which is expected to be released in 2019, will feature monstrous battles between Godzilla and monsters Rodan, Mothra, and King Ghidorah.
The film stars Millie Bobby Brown, Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga, and O’Shea Jackson Jr. — but is looking for other actors to join the project, which is code-named “Fathom.” Below is a breakdown of what casting directors are looking for, according to Project Casting.
About Godzilla: King of Monsters:
Godzilla: King of the Monsters, also known as “Godzilla 2,” is an upcoming 2019 American science fiction monster film produced by Legendary Pictures, and the third entry in the MonsterVerse, following Kong: Skull Island. It will be released to American theaters on March 22, 2019. The movie stars
To audition for a role in the new movie check out the casting call breakdown below.
Godzilla: King of Monsters Casting Call
- Photo Doubles
- Military Types
- Scientists
- Military Special Forces
We are now casting for additional photography for the feature film ‘FATHOM’. This will be filming in the Atlanta area and all roles are paid! Please carefully read the requirements for each role to increase your chance of being selected. Please use the correct subject line(s) for each individual role and see below for how to submit.
** PHOTO DOUBLES **
Caucasian Male with Brunette Hair, between 5’10 and 6′, 31×31 pant, 38R, M shirt
Date(s): Tuesday, April 10
Rate: $150/12Subject: GENERAL PD
African American Female with short Black Hair, between 5’7 and 5’9, 120 to 140 lbs
Date(s): Wednesday, April 11
Rate: $150/12Subject: COLONEL PD
Asian Female with Dark Brown or Black Hair (Pixie Cut), between 5’3 and 5’5, 100 to 120 lbs
Date(s): Thursday, April 12
Rate: $150/12Subject: LIEUTENANT PD
** MILITARY SPECIAL FORCES **
Seeking Caucasian, Hispanic, and African American males and females, ages 20’s to early 50’s, to portray special forces military. Must be physically fit or muscular and MUST HAVE military or tactical training experience. Open to all ethnicities. Please list any military experience or tactical training you may have. Please list in your submission if you previously worked on ‘FATHOM’ and in what role, or if you are a FRESH FACE.
Date(s): Thursday, April 5, Friday, April 6, and Monday, April 9
Must be available ALL THREE DATES
Rate: $125/8
Subject: BOSTON
** AIRMEN **
Seeking Caucasian, Hispanic, and African American males and females, ages 20’s to early 40’s, to portray servicemen on a flight crew. Must be physically fit or muscular. Must be clean shaven. Shouldn’t be afraid of tight spaces. Please list any military experience or tactical training you may have. Please list in your submission if you previously worked on ‘FATHOM’ and in what role, or if you are a FRESH FACE.
Date(s): Monday, April 9, Tuesday, April 10, Wednesday, April 11
Rate: $75/8
Subject: MISSILE
** SUBMARINERS **
Seeking Caucasian, Hispanic, and African American males and females, ages 20’s to early 40’s, to portray servicemen on a submarine crew. Must be physically fit or muscular. Must be clean shaven. Shouldn’t be afraid of tight spaces. Please list any military experience or tactical training you may have. Please list in your submission if you previously worked on ‘FATHOM’ and in what role, or if you are a FRESH FACE.
Date(s): Tuesday, April 10
Rate: $75/8
Subject: TORPEDO
** SCIENTISTS **
Seeking Caucasian, Hispanic, and African American males and females, ages 20’s to early 60’s, to portray research scientists working for the US Government on a TOP SECRET Mission. Please list in your submission if you previously worked on ‘FATHOM’ and in what role, or if you are a FRESH FACE.
Date(s): Thursday, April 12
Rate: $75/8
Subject: MUTATE
HOW TO SUBMIT FOR REVIEW
To submit, please email us 3 clear, well-lit, recent photos of yourself along with your name, age, height, weight, and current phone number to:
Submissions@CatrettCasting.com
Don’t forget to list experience, if applicable.
Be sure to use the correct subject line(s) when submitting.
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A whirlwind courtship that started at the Atlanta Hawks’ Tinder Night promotion has led to holy matrimony at last. Ben McCleskey and Avery Armstrong dated for three years after that fateful “Swipe Right Night.” Now, they’ve tied the knot.
“We are so thankful for all the Atlanta Hawks have done for us, especially Mr. Koonin, Janet Smith and Catie Scott,” said Mr. & Mrs. McCleskey in their first joint statement. “It’s been an amazing experience and we will cherish it forever. Our wedding was truly unforgettable.”
The Hawks and Philips Arena hosted the wedding ceremony, which took place in early March 2018, and included more than 250 guests, including Hawks CEO Mike Koonin.
“From that much-talked about promotion, none of us would have imagined that it would lead to our first wedding on the Hawks’ court,” Koonin was quoted as saying. “We all know that sports can unite people like few things can and we are happy to consider Avery and Ben Hawks fans and family for life.”
The night wasn’t complete without a video message from Rosette Pambakian, Tinder’s Head of Brand, who gifted the couple an all-inclusive honeymoon getaway.
“We want to congratulate Ben and Avery on their marriage,” Pambakian was quoted as saying. “We couldn’t be more thrilled that our
Swipe Right Night with the Hawks led to such an amazing story and a life-changing match – and we are excited to send
them on their honeymoon.”Now that’s what I call a slam dunk.
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A new concept has opened in Lenox Square that promises to make those long days shopping a little more enjoyable. It’s called Peachtree Pint and it’s literally the cure that “ales” the weary shopper. The walk-up beer dispensary has around 40 varieties of suds on tap.
The new establishment, located at 3393 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 1004 Atlanta, GA, can be found in the Fashion Café Food Court. Thanks to Lenox lifting its alcohol policy, the food court area is now an open-container zone.
Some of the top beers available include Creature Comforts, SweetWater Brewery, Monday Night Brewing, Scofflaw Brewing Co., Three Taverns Craft Brewery, Orpheus Brewing, Terrapin Beer Co., Cherry Street Brewing and Jekyll Brewing, plus your normal stalwarts such as Guinness, Budweiser, Heineken and Michelob Ultra.
Peachtree Pint is co-owned by longtime Lenox retailers, including Farshad Arshid, Ruel Chambers and Kaan Ergun. The spot is open Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday hours vary.