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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
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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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Ladies and gentleman, join the Wrens Nest through Oct. 31 for The Poe Experience, a haunted experiential journey into the mind of one of the most prolific writers of our time, the grandfather of the thriller, Edgar Allan Poe in an immersive theatrical event.
The Wrens Nest is located at 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd Atlanta, GA 30310.
The Poe Experience: Through Oct. 31 at The Wrens Nest
Venture through one of Atlanta’s most historic homes, The Wrens Nest, to become a part of Edgar Allan Poe’s four most famous and thrilling tales. You’ll experience a maddening visit from the Raven in the night and hear the harrowing story of the Tell Tale heart, become a witness to The Fall of the House of Usher and attend a haunted dinner party hosted by a most mysterious Red Masked presence. Come and experience each of these stories as they rise to life before your very eyes as you are enveloped by the mind of one of America’s most legendary writers in his very last days…
Performances at The Wren’s Nest, in parternship with Brian Clowdus Experiences. Brian Clowdus is the Founder & Executive/Artistic Director of Serenbe Playhouse, the nation’s premiere outdoor site-specific theatre company.
Brian is also the CEO of Brian Clowdus Experiences which is taking his environmental work all across the country, expanding at an unprecedented rate. He has performed and directed in Tokyo, London, Canada, Central and South America, The Caribbean, NYC, LA and in almost every other major city in the United States.
Brian was named the Top Artistic Director in Atlanta and one of the Top 20 Atlantans to Watch by Creative Loafing, one of the Top 15 Atlantans under 40 by Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Magazine, one of the Top 40 Under 40 by Georgia Trend, one of The Most Eligible Bachelors in Atlanta by Jezebel Magazine and most recently one of the Most Influential Atlantans In The Entertainment Industry by Men’s Book Atlanta.
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As the autumn temperatures come into full effect, that means it’s that time: The Atlanta Gauco Taco Festival 2018 is right around the corner. The event will be held November 10, 2018 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Atlantic Station, 241 20th Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30363.Organizers are expecting more than 5,000 people to show up as there will be mucho live music and margaritas will be on tap for this event. Attendees can enjoy sample size portions priced at $3 from some of Atlanta’s best restaurants.
Atlanta Guaco Taco Fest 2018: Drinks
There will be plenty of delicious beverages to enjoy, but be especially on the lookout for tasty Margaritas, Beer, Wine, Cider, Mimosas, and Vodka drinks.
Atlanta Guaco Taco Fest 2018: Live Music
When it comes to sounds, you’re now rocking with the best. There will be live music from ONE Headlight, and DJ Qtip throughout the day.
Atlanta Guaco Taco Fest 2018: Tickets
General Admission
- Includes Entry and Entertainment
- Food and Drinks will cost extra
$15 Advance, $20 after November 1, $25 day of event
Food samples will be $3 paid directly to restaurant vendors, drinks will be available at our cash bars priced between $6-$9
Bottomless Drinks Tickets
- Includes entry, entertainment, and all drinks from 1pm-4:45pm
- Food will cost extra
$45 Advance, $50 after November 1, $60 day of event
Frist 500 just $35
VIP Tickets
- Includes early entry at 12pm, Unlimited drinks, exclusive VIP area and restrooms, VIP food provided by 101 Concepts in the VIP Tent
$69 Advance, $79 after November 1, (Not available day of event)
First 250 just $55
Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, September 12 at 10am
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Come out to West Midtown’s Top Golf for a day party celebrating Morehouse and Spelman College’s Homecoming. Spelhouse Golf Jam 2018 promises to be fun, lively outing for all involved. The distinguished Morehouse men will pack the place as they try to get their Tiger (Panther) Woods on. But don’t sleep on the Spelmanites!
Spelhouse Golf Jam 2018 is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 26, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Top Golf, 1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. Registration for the golf tournament begins at 11am.
Spelhouse Golf Jam 2018: Oct. 26
Not a golfer? No problem. You have the option to kick back and enjoy the day party which will include entertainment, food and an exclusive V.I.P. section. This event is a shot-gun start with several prizes offered for players, networking and fun! The Tournament will feature a raffle for prizes.
Proceeds from this event will allow our organization to continue to provide financial support to eligible Morehouse College students who need assistance with tuition, books, housing, or something as vital, yet essential, as a meal card for the semester.
The Golf Tournament and Day Party will also give you an opportunity to interact with alumni and students, as well as corporate partners in a fun and festive environment.
This is an event you don’t want to miss! If you are unable to join us, please consider forwarding this information to others you think may be willing to play, party or make a donation.
The Morehouse College National Alumni Association is a 501(c)(3) organization, therefore, your donations are tax-deductible. We are also eligible to receive matching gift donations.
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Atlanta has become many things to many people in the last few years, a movie mecca, a real estate capital, even must-visit place for Southern cuisine, but it has yet to fully embrace its artsy side.
Art buyers have historically had to trek up to the Northeast or even out west to find fine art worthy of their homes and offices. But entrepreneur Connie Zerden has set out to change that.
Zerden, the founder of Art Buckhead, is launching a pop-up art show on November 2-3 on Miami Circle. Art Buckhead will feature a curated selection of artists chosen, unusually, for their stylistic differences. “Typically, gallery shows focus on a specific style,” says Zerden, “which results in buyers running all over town to shop art. Art Buckhead, in contrast, provides exceptional talent in a range of styles, all in one stop.”
The artists were chosen from various backgrounds, including art education and museum fields. Emerging artists were chosen through a blind submission process. “Think of it like watching The Voice,” Zerden says in a press release. “An artist’s age, looks, and background should not impact their success. Talent should impact their success, period.”
Zerden knows how to put on a show. In a former life, Zerden served as vice president at Showtime Networks. Her love of art motivated her to accept the challenge of finding out why many of her friends bypassed the Atlanta market when looking for art.
“It makes no sense that Atlanta is not a “first stop” for art. We have SCAD turning out world-class talent; we have the High, yet we do not have a reputation as an art powerhouse. That needs to change.”
Aside from one artist, all the others come from around ATL, she said. “The goal is for this show to grow every year, providing more and more opportunity for artists and collectors from throughout the U.S. to view Atlantaas an art destination.”
Art Buckhead is an independent art show held at Park Studios, 690 Miami Circle NE, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA 30324.
Opening Reception: November 2, 5pm to 8pm
Gallery Hours: November 3, 10am to 2pm
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One of the absolute top-notch food events in the city is back again this weekend: Taste of Atlanta hits the area for the 17th year, bringing many of the best local restaurants all in one place.
Taste of Atlanta is the city’s premiere food and drink festival, showcasing some of the best dishes you can get in and around the city. Atlanta foodies will converge on Historic Fourth Ward Park on October 19, 20 and 21.
Taste of Atlanta: Everything you need to know
Organizers have enlisted 90+ Atlanta restaurants, many of them favorites. Taste of Atlanta has garnered national accolades for several years running. None other than Oprah Magazine named Taste of Atlanta as the “Top Food Festival Worth the Trip,” among other publications.
On Friday evening, Taste of Atlanta Kickoff Party runs from 6:30 to 11 p.m.
Other events include the 10th Annual Barcraft Celebration presented by Bulleit Bourbon, and demonstrations on The Home Plate and The Chef’s Table stages, where rock star chefs share their culinary journeys, cooking tips and more.
The Kitchen Workshop is just what it sounds like, a chance to learn home cooking from some of the best hands in the Southeast.
Taste of Atlanta: Restaurants
1KEPT Kitchen & BarSaturday • Sunday- Springer Mountain Farms Smoked Sweet Hot Chicken w/ golden malted waffle
[3 Taste Points] - Black Truffle Caesar Salad w/ bacon fat crunchy crumbs
[2 Taste Points] - Warm Apple Bread Pudding w/ Wild Turkey Bourbon Caramel Sauce
[2 Taste Points]
5Church
VIP- Braised Curry Rabbit Agnolotti/ Carrot Purée/ Smoked Tomatoes/ Grana Padano
[3 Taste Points]
9 Mile Station
Saturday
VIP- Duck confit crostini- sheep cheese, roasted grapes, arugula.
[3 Taste Points]
Amelie’s French Bakery & CafeSaturday • Sunday- Salted Caramel Brownies
[2 Taste Points] - French Macarons
[1 Taste Point]
Andretti Indoor Karting and Games- BBQ Parfait – Layers of mashed potatoes, mac ‘n cheese and choice of Pulled Chicken or Pulled Pork. Garnished with scallions, shredded cheddar and our signature BBQ sauce
[3 Taste Points]
BabaluSaturday • Sunday- Saturday: Chorizo Taco – Roasted poblano salsa, roasted peanut slaw, onion salad, cotija cheese
[3 Taste Points] - Sunday: Breakfast Empanadas – Filled with eggs, Chihuahua Cheese, tri-pepper hash topped with Sriracha lime crema, pico de gallo and avocado
[3 Taste Points]
Barcelona Wine Bar- Paella Salvaje
[2 Taste Points] - Chicken Pintxos
[2 Taste Points] - Lamb Pintxos
[2 Taste Points]
Bareburger Atlanta- Standard: brioche bun, caramelized onions, dill pickles, american, special sauce
[3 Taste Points] - Impossible: sprouted bun, green leaf, tomato, vegan mayo, vegan american
[3 Taste Points] - Sweet Fries: sweet potato fries w/ habanero mayo on the side
[2 Taste Points]
Bartaco Inman ParkSaturday
VIP- Glazed Pork Belly Taco
[3 Taste Points] - Roasted Cauliflower Romesco Taco
[1 Taste Point] - Guacamole
[2 Taste Points]
Batter Cookie Dough CounterFriday Night Kick Off Party- Edible Cookie Dough – 2 ounce scoop serving Egg free, Nut free. Choose between: Chocolate Chip,
[2 Taste Points] - Cookies & Cream
[2 Taste Points] - Bourbon Brown Sugar
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@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Edible Cookie Dough – 3 flavors: Chocolate Chip, Bourbon Brown Sugar, Cookies and Cream (Egg Free)
Benihana- Fried rice
[2 Taste Points]
BhojanicFriday Night Kick Off Party- Gobhi Manchurian: Crispy cauliflower fritters tossed in a sweet and spicy Manchurian Sauce
[2 Taste Points] -
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Chicken Slider
Big Sky BuckheadFriday Night Kick Off Party-
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Tacos Arabes – a truly international dish from Chef Luis Damian’s hometown in Puebla, Mexico; Slow roasted pork seasoned with middle eastern spices, roasted onions, salsa roja served on authentic tortillas.
Bon Glaze- Bacon Butterscotch Doughnut
[3 Taste Points] - Candied Bacon
[3 Taste Points] - Shaved Ice 3
[3 Taste Points]
Bulla GastrobarSaturday • Sunday
VIP- Paella de Pollo – Valencia style rice, chicken, artichoke hearts, Portobello mushrooms, green peas, red sofrito, saffron
[3 Taste Points]
Buttermilk Sky Pie- Granny’s Apple Pie: Passed down for generations, this pie harkens back to a simpler time when food was fresh, homemade, and created by someone you knew.
- I-40: Pecans, chocolate chips, a sprinkle of toasted coconut, and a smooth pecan pie filling combined in a sweet shortbread crust
- Buttermilk (Southern Custard) Like a cross between a chess pie and a custard.
- Pecan: Pecans and a smooth pecan pie filling combined in a sweet shortbread crust.
Show MoreChar Korean Bar and Grill- Bulgogi Philly Cheese steaks w/ spicy aioli
[3 Taste Points] - Beef Brisket Sliders
[3 Taste Points]
Chinese Southern BelleFriday Night Kick Off Party-
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Asian BBQ Meatballs
City BarbequeSaturday • Sunday- Pulled Pork Sliders
[3 Taste Points] - Beef Brisket Sliders
[3 Taste Points]
City Winery- Pinot Pimento Cheese
[2 Taste Points] - 2 Slices Wild Mushroom Flatbread
[3 Taste Points] - Bourbon Cake Balls
[2 Taste Points]
COFriday Night Kick Off Party-
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Curry Laksa – shrimp, bun rice noodles, shredded cucumber, cilantro mix, served in a spicy coconut broth
Daddy O’Brien’s Irish Ice Cream PubFriday Night Kick Off Party
VIP- Rum Raisin (Raisins soaked in Rum for 2 weeks. Strong!)
[3 Taste Points] - Mudslide (Kahlua, Vodka, Chocolate Swirl Best Seller!)
[3 Taste Points] - Peach Buzz (Peaches and Moscato Wine. Non dairy)
[3 Taste Points] - Cotton Candy (non alcoholic)
[2 Taste Points] - Bailey’s Irish Pistachio (VIP Area)
[3 Taste Points] - Celtic Cream (VIP Area)
[3 Taste Points] - Kentucky Salted Caramel (VIP Area)
[3 Taste Points] - Dutch Chocolate (non alcoholic) (VIP Area)
[3 Taste Points] -
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Bailey’s Irish Pistachio Celtic Cream (Guinness, Baileys, Creme Brulee); Kentucky Salted Caramel (Maker’s Mark Bourbon)
DAS BBQSaturday • Sunday- Pork Sliders
[2 Taste Points]
Davio’s
- Cavatelli bolognese
[3 Taste Points] - Braised veal, beef, pork w/ tomato sauce
[3 Taste Points]
The Deep EndFriday Night Kick Off Party-
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Carne seca with aji amarillo, pickled onion, & herbs.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse
Friday Night Kick Off Party-
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Thick Cut Sous Vide Bacon Au Poivre, Smoked Cheddar Whipped Potatoes, Bourbon Molasses Glaze.
DonettoFriday Night Kick Off Party-
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Crispy Mortadella with Giardiniera
El Super PanFriday Night Kick Off Party-
@ KICKOFF PARTY:
- Arroz con Jueyes (land crab & rice) Red Bean Sauce, Avocado Sauce, Cilantro
Four forks- French toast bread pudding with persimmon and bacon compote
[2 Taste Points] - Pimento cheese deviled eggs
[1 Taste Point]
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken- Chicken Wings
[3 Taste Points] - Chicken Legs
[3 Taste Points] - Chicken Tenders
[3 Taste Points]
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken- Hot Chicken Bite with bread & pickle
[1 Taste Point]
Hawkers Asian Street Fare- Seoul Hot Chicken Bao
[1 Taste Point] - Bulgogi Steak Skewer with Housemade Kimchi
[1 Taste Point] - Curry Chicken with Roti
[1 Taste Point]
These are just some of the eateries that will be on hand. For more information, please visit www.TasteofAtlanta.com, and TasteATL.net.com.
- Springer Mountain Farms Smoked Sweet Hot Chicken w/ golden malted waffle
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The third metro Atlanta location of Gusto! is set to open in Decatur on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018. The eatery is located at N. Decatur Square, 1545 Church St. Ste 310.
If you’re up on Gusto! then you know they offer fresh bowls and wraps prepared to your satisfaction.The restaurant’s proprietor Nate Hybl is giving away 10 complimentary entree vounchers to the first 50 guests.Gusto! is known for using real ingredients in their food. “We don’t name dishes by a theme. You won’t find a ‘South of the Border’ or an ‘Uncle Harry’s Piled High’ on our menu. We call items by what they are made of, plain and simple. We believe there is beauty and straightforwardness in the ingredients we use and we highlight them.”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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