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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.
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The the 82nd annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival is coming to the city April 13-15, 2018 in Midtown’s Piedmont Park. The three-day event is the signature springtime event for the city and will feature an assortment of food and entertainment.
This year’s festival will feature the following performance areas — the Main Stage and the International Stage — where all will be free to enjoy various musical acts. See the Dogwood Festival music lineup right here.
This year, Grammy-nominated artist Shawn Mullins will headline the Saturday night show. For optimum views, attendees can purchase tickets for Exclusive Main Stage VIP Tent Access.
“We are ecstatic to welcome Shawn Mullins to the festival this year,” Brian Hill, Atlanta Dogwood Festival executive director, said in a written statement. “I have enjoyed his music for many years and look forward to what is sure to be a top-notch performance from such a talented musician. I am confident our Saturday festival attendees will agree.”
Main Stage VIP tent access gives festival-goers their choice of a chicken or brisket BBQ plated dinner, half-price drinks, private access to a lounge-like area as well as bathrooms. Tickets are $20 each, and are available at Dogwood.org, until they sell out.
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Atlanta United made it 2-0 at home in this early season as defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday, March 17 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. For its second consecutive win, Atlanta United (2-1-0) was cheered on by 45,003 fans, team officials said.
Atlanta’s 4-1 victory was revenge for last season’s loss to Vancouver in the teams’ first-ever meeting between the two ballclubs.
Last week, Atlanta United was welcomed by more than 72,000 fans in attendance, an MLS record.
The match kicked off at 7:30 p.m. EST and was broadcast on FOX Sports South. Atlanta doesn’t play next week but will take the field on March 31 against Minnesota United.
🚨Come greet the players!
Team arriving on the Front Porch in about 15 min! pic.twitter.com/lP8gxKJNJ9
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) March 17, 2018
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Home is where the heart — and victory — is. Atlanta United defeated D.C. 3-1 on Sunday, giving fans in Mercedes-Benz Stadium their first taste of victory this season.
More than 72,000 people turned out in Merc-Benz, giving an early indication of what kind of sports town Atlanta can be. The crowd attendance was a record and sets the tone for the rest of the season.
The home team’s three goals were provided by Josef Martinez, Miguel Almiron and Hector Villalba. The crowd was rocking and rolling all day on a rainy Sunday as fans still came out to support their team and in the process, made history.
“Unbelievable atmosphere”
Atlanta, your reigning Rookie of the Year has a message for you pic.twitter.com/AF9yrx7sNH
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) March 11, 2018
Sunday’s home crowd of 72,035 tickets sold broke the MLS record for single-game attendance. In its inaugural season, Atlanta United boke the record against Toronto in October when 71,874 bought tickets to the game. On Sept. 16, Atlanta United originally set the record — 70,425 — against Orlando City.
What you know about that 😏@Tip | #UniteAndConquer pic.twitter.com/w6OcO861hY
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) March 11, 2018
The win puts Atlanta back in the win column after getting shut out 4-0 last week at Houston in its season opener. See the rest of AUFC’s schedule here.
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If you want a great meal, every Sunday, M Bar has a brunch that will satisfy your palate beyond just the regular breakfast. Mix & Mingle and enjoy awesome brunch cocktails curated by our Team of Mixologists coupled with the musical inspiration of today’s modern classics.
Every Sunday from 2 to 6 pm M Bar turns up with live music, a great brunch menu and lively atmosphere. Bottom ups… If Bottomless Mimosas and good music is your thing, M Bar is the place!
Menu items at M Bar include such hits as:
- OMG Tacos
- Firecracker Jumbo Tiger Shrimp
- Crabcakes
- Lobster Tail
- BBQ Jerk
Where Is M Bar Located In Atlanta?
M Bar is located on the Trolley Line and in the Sweet Auburn Historic District. The address is 186-B Auburn Ave Atlanta, GA 30303. Here is a map to help you find it.
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To see pics from past events at M Bar, check out www.mbar.smugmug.com
For more info, please call (404) 331-5500
M Bar UltraLounge
186-B Auburn Ave Atlanta, GA 30303
At this point, Atlanta cuisine has become indispensable to the South. The largest city in Georgia’s food festivals and culinary events set the tone for the entire Southeast.
Only in Atlanta can the casual observer find specialty food shops, off-the-beaten-path restaurants, farmers’ markets and farm stands all at an affordable price point.
But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.
We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.
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