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Join us for a gathering with Author Leah Penniman, Soul Fire Farm’s Founding Co-Director & Program Manager. Leah Penniman will be discussing her book, Farming While Black: Soul Fire Farm’s Practical Guide to Liberation of the Land.
This event will be held Sunday, March 24 from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at Spelman College, Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby Academic Center Auditorium 420 Westview Dr. S.W. Atlanta, GA 30310.
‘Farming While Black’ Author To Speak at Atlanta’s Spelman College
Due to Heavy Demand A Second Viewing Option is Now Available – We have added an Overflow Viewing Room with 120 seats on site. The gathering with Leah Penniman will be live video Simulcast on 4 screens in the lower level Conference Room.
Leah Penniman will share the stage with Naima Penniman of Climbing Poetree, followed by a panel discussion of local black farmers, including Chris Edwards of Mayflor Farms, JoVonna Johnson-Cooke of MaituFoods & Grow Where You Are, Ras Kofi of On Da Farm and Jamila Norman of Patchwork City Farms. The panel will be moderated by Dr. Ashanté Reese of the Spelman College Food Studies Program.
A book signing will follow the panel discussion. Books will be available to purchase at the event, or you can bring your own copy to be signed. Chef Zu of Kings Apron, plant based chef and holistic nutritionist will provide a tasting during the book signing.
This event is brought to you by MaituFoods, Grow Where You Are, Slow Food Spelman College, Spelman College Food Studies Program and Slow Food Atlanta.
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If you’re an adult with a car you could be cast in a new TV pilot filming in Georgia. The production is seeking men and female runners in Midtown Atlanta on Tuesday, March 19, 2019.
Details about the TV series are still under wraps but we do know that casting directors are looking to hire manypeople.
Atlanta casting call: New TV Pilot
Here are details about the Atlanta casting call:
NOW BOOKING! NO FITTINGS NEEDED!
LADIES, LADIES, LADIES!
Age 24 and overSeeking (15) Hispanic, Caucasian, Indian, Latino, Asian, African American
••Have you maintained a consistent workout routine that requires running, jogging, aerobics and are PHYSICALLY FIT TO RUN BETWEEN SHOTS AND CAMERA SET UPS????
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Georgia locals only!
D. PATROL…Seeking individuals…
that have been maintaining an active workout routine and are physically fit and able to PORTRAY A TOWNS PERSON, running for safety in between shots…Please! Do not submit if you have not maintained an active lifestyle of exercise and running…
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•Do Not Submit if you are currently scheduled as a Dannyzens.”
•Do NoT Submit if you’ve been featured at any time.
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This scene takes place PRESENT DAY/PRESENT SEASON…•••••FILMING••••
Filming Date: Tues 3/19
Rate: $85/8 + $15.00 (RUN BUMP)Filming Location: Atlanta, Ga (Piedmont Park area)
Call time: (possibly day call)
Please have open availability. Please do not submit if you have prior obligations for this day.~~~~~~~~~~ How to submit~~~~~~~~
Age 24 and overEmail (3) RECENT PHOTOS
NAME
AGE
NUMBER
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
SHIRT SIZE
WAIST
PANT SIZE
SHOES
List your distance to Atlanta, Ga/Piedmont Park area.
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Question: have you maintained a consistent exercise routine that involves running?Email: NewPilotMhc@gmail.com
Subject Line: Female Runner 3/19
Subject Line: Male runner 3/19
This scene films TUESDAY 3/19
•Do Not Submit if you are currently scheduled as a Dannyzens.”
•Do NoT Submit if you’ve been featured at any time.Question: have you maintained a consistent exercise routine that involves running?
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.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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If you’re an adult with a car you could be cast in a new TV pilot filming in Georgia. The production, codenamed “UCP,” is filming on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 in Villa Rica.
Details about the TV series are still under wraps but we do know that casting directors are looking to hire several people.
Atlanta casting call: New TV Pilot
Here are details about the Atlanta casting call:
NEW TV PILOT – “UCP”
Work: Tue 3/19
Rate: $94/10 + $25
Loc: Villa Rica (West of Atlanta. Please look up this location prior to submitting)Parents with Cars: Looking for men & women 18+ who appear to be 30s-40s to work with their vehicles (NO RED, WHITE OR BLACK). Must have all day availability for filming on Tuesday in VILLA RICA.
To submit, send your name, number, sizes, CURRENT photo + car info (Year, Make, Model, Color) to:
UCP@Centralcasting.com
Subject Line: “Tues Auto”Another Atlanta casting call…
NEW TV PILOT – “UCP”
Now Casting for Middle School Boys
Work: Tue 3/19
Rate: $94/10
Loc: Villa RicaFootball Kids: Looking for boys ages 12-15 to portray football players at a middle school (no experience required!). Must have all day availability for filming on Tuesday in VILLA RICA.
To submit, send:
1. Parent’s Name + Number
2. Child’s Name + DOB
3. Child’s CURRENT sizes
4. CURRENT photoSend to: UCP@Centralcasting.com
Subject Line: “Football Tues”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.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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If edible and visual delights mixed together are your thing, come on out to the Chocolate and Art Show Atlanta 2019 Edition. The event is going down Friday, March 15-Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the B Complex at 1272 Murphy Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30310.
Indulge yourself in some of ATL’s finest up-and-coming artists, photographers and creators! There is something for every body including live body painting, live music, face-painting, and free chocolate!
Chocolate and Art Show Atlanta: Date, Time, Info
This event will be held at THE B COMPLEX in Atlanta.
THE B COMPLEX is the newest, most creative and most versatile special event venue in Atlanta.
THE B COMPLEX ADDRESS:
1272 Murphy Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
(The zip code is very important to find location!)
**There is FREE street parking!*Both nights begin at 8PM and the show goes on until 2AM. 21+ PLEASE
We will have amazing bands each night! We have yet to announce them but you are in for a treat!
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The third annual Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest is coming to Grant Park in 2019! Come to one of Atlanta’s most iconic neighborhood parks to try Atlanta’s best tacos and margaritas.
The food and drinks will be supplied by some of Atlanta’s best restaurants and food trucks. The Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest is in their third year.
Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest 2019: Everything you need to know
The festival is free to attend and only $6 for a drink wrist band! For $35, you can have unlimited margaritas.
The Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest will have over 40 taco vendors and 12 bars, so the wait time will not be long!
When it comes to Atlanta festivals, there have been some big ones over the past few weeks but there are several more. If you like good food, live music and drinks flowing, come on out to these outdoor events.
The Atlanta 2019 festivals are also taking advantage of the city’s beautiful parks and natural scenery. Some well-known venues like Piedmont Park and the Atlanta Beltline are expected to attract thousands of people during festival season.
Got any other ATL parks to add to the list? 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: 40+ free things to do in ATL
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This is one of those weekends in Atlanta that they warn you about: Good food, live music, sports and parties are everywhere. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend, it’s hard to keep up, but let’s try, shall we?
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend include parties, conventions, Wine & Rhymes at Apache Cafe, a film festival, a winter anime fest and much, much more.
Things to do in Atlanta this week
The Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday in Midtown. See the route.
Things to do in Atlanta on Wednesday, March 13, 2019
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Hawks vs. Grizzlies7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday MarketAmericasMart Atlanta
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Morbid Angel6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / Masquerade
Things to do in Atlanta on Thursday, March 14, 2019
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Pi Day Celebration11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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Science on Tap6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. / Georgia Aquarium
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Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday MarketAmericasMart Atlanta
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Brothers Osborne8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
Things to do in Atlanta on Friday, March 15, 2019
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Erykah Badu & Nas8:00 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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TEDxAtlanta: CTRL+ALT+DEL9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / The Rialto Center for the Arts
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Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday MarketAmericasMart Atlanta
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Hippie Sabotage8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
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Office Hours No. 311:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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State Champs6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / Masquerade
Things to do in Atlanta on Saturday, March 16
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2019 Atlanta Streetcar St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Anoushka Shankar8:00 p.m. / The Rialto Center for the Arts
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Atlanta from the Ashes: Downtown History Tour12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park
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Pokemon Go PvP Day At Woodruff Park1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park
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Price of Freedom6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. / Center for Civil and Human Rights
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2019 Amuse’um7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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2019 Publix Atlanta Kids Marathon8:00 a.m.
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2019 Publix Atlanta Marathon8:00 a.m.
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Laughs & Drafts – St Baldrick’s Foundation Fundraiser8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
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Laughs & Drafts – St Baldrick’s Foundation Fundraiser10:30 p.m. / Tabernacle
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Winter Jam6:00 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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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The OWN TV series “Greenleaf” is looking to cast new talent for upcoming scenes. The acclaimed cable TV series about a preacher’s family has been filming in Atlanta for several weeks now.
The show is on Oprah Winfrey’s OWN network and stars Merle Dandridge as Grace Greenleaf as well as Lynn Whitfield, Keith David, Lamman Rucker and Deborah Joy Winans.
Atlanta Casting call: Greenleaf
***NOW CASTING FOR “GREENLEAF: Season 4” for THIS THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2019!!!!!!
CAB Castings, LLC. is looking for PAID EXTRAS (AGES 18 and OLDER) to be a part of some FBI STATION SCENES for the 4th season of OWN’s MEGA CHURCH drama series.
“GREENLEAF” filming in Atlanta, GA.
“GREENLEAF” features an ensemble cast that includes Merle Dandridge, Keith David, Lynn Whitfield, Laman Rucker, Oprah Winfrey, Kim Hawthorne, Deborah Joy Winans and many more!
We are looking for the following specific extras for the following specific scenes on this THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2019.
• FBI AGENTS/LAWYERS
– ALL RACES! Please have suits!!• POLICE OFFICERS
– ALL RACES! Please Send Sizes• FAMILY AND FRIENDS
– ALL RACES!• INMATES/CRIMIMALS
– ALL RACES!PRELIM CALL TIME: 7:30am
****WE ASK THAT YOU BE PREPARED FOR AT LEAST A 12HR to 14HR WORK DAY IN CASE WE GO THAT LONG… SO PLEASE HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY FOR THIS DAY!!! ***The rate for extras on this production is $75 for 8hrs of work (Paid time in a half each hour after 8hrs which is $13hr), which you will receive in the form of a check in the mail 2 to 3 weeks after filming.
If available, please email the information below to GREENLEAFExtras@gmail.com
w/ Subject Line:FBI AGENT 3/14
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w/ Subject Line: POLICE OFFICER 3/14
OR
w/ Subject Line:CRIMINALS 3/14
OR
w/ Subject Line:FAMILY 3/14ALSO INCLUDE:
– Name
– Number
– Age
– Height
– Sizes (Shirt, Pants, Jacket, etc.)
– Do you have visible tattoos? If so where?
– Car Type/ Model/ Year
– 2 Photos (1 Headshot/ 1 Full Body)
*********PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION ABOVE IN YOUR EMAIL FOR PROPER BOOKING!!!A member from CAB CASTINGS, LLC. will call you to book your attendance in a scene and confirm availability if interested in booking you for the show.
——> PLEASE DO NOT contact us! If interested in booking, we will contact you!
***SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.Thanks so much and we look forward to seeing you all on set!
– CAB Castings, LLC.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.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Atlanta is in for a treat: On Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 8 PM, neo-soul singers Maxwell and Kem will have State Farm Arena in flames “until the cops come knocking.”
Maxwell may well be known for his sensual sounds that disrupted the 1990s, but he’s still at it. Kem’s smooth vocals will only enhance the evening.
Maxwell concert in Atlanta: How to get tickets
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!
Here is Maxwell is concert!
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Erykah Badu and Nas are coming to Atlanta’s State Farm Arena in downtown Atlanta on March 15, 2019. The duo continue the R&B-hip-hop combo made popular by Beyonce and husband Jay-Z.
With Nas and Badu, Atlanta is getting two heavyweights in popular music on the same stage at the same time.
Erykah Badu at Nas coming to Atlanta’s State Farm Arena
Nas, born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, has sold more than 30 million records across the world. The rapper, songwriter has released eight consecutive platinum and multi-platinum albums, including his classic debut “Illmatic.”
While await Erykah Badu, listening to the sounds of Nas… 💙🌱💜#datenite #withme #knowthyself #learnsomethingnew #celebration #live #music #love pic.twitter.com/j34CZZ4e74
— Denell Porché (@DenellPorche) March 16, 2019
Badu, born Erica Abi Wright, began her career by opening a show for D’Angelo in 1994 in Fort Worth. The rest, as they say, is Baduism.
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A major production filming in Atlanta is in need of a “ninja” for a competition. The dates are March 24 /25 or March 25/26.
Check out this Atlanta casting call:
Have you ever wanted to see a Ninja in the making?
A heart-racing competition series that follows competitors as they tackle a series of challenging obstacle courses is seeking Audience Members.
It’s here in ATLANTA for o for a special taping!We have to shoot these during the nights so we start shooting at 12:00A
12:00 AM late Sunday/early Monday (March 24th/25th)
12:00 AM late Monday/early Tuesday (March 25th/26th)
You do not have to work both days!Rate: 60/5
Date: March 24th/25th OR March 25th/26th
Hours: 12:00A – 5:00
the hours could shift to start 12:30 or 1am and going for 5 hours
Location: Downtown ATLIf you are interested in watching Ninja in the making then email
RLFamilyGameShow@gmail.com
Include 3 pics (head, body and profile) age, ht, wt and all contact info.SUBJECT: NINJA 24 or NINJA 25
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.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls