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Wine Fest Atlanta 2018 is expected to attract hundreds of metro area’s vino lovers as they enjoy live music and lite bites. Hosted by Wine Connoisseur Magazine, Wine Fest Atlanta 2018 will take place Sat, August 18, 2018 1 – 8 PM EDT at the Southern Exchange – Davidson Ballroom located at 200 Peachtree St. NW Atlanta, GA 30303.
Sample premium varieties from some of the best wineries, all while music performers and other secret performers keep the party lively during this all – day, all night wine experience.
More information visit: www.winefestatl.com
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On Saturday, August 11, come on out to the Dames And Dregs Beer Festival at The Masquerade & Underground Atlanta. Doors at 1:00PM / Presale tickets are only $35 / $45 VIP Early Entry tickets / AGES 21+ ONLY.
Dames and Dregs Beer Festival: 35 breweries, food trucks, arts market + more
A portion of each ticket purchased will be donated to the International Women’s House, an Atlanta based organization whose mission is to provide a safe haven and supportive services to women and children who are victims of family violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking.
Closest parking is located in the Underground Atlanta parking deck owned by Lanier Parking Solutions. Use address: 75 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR SW, ATLANTA, GA 30303. You will enter Kenny’s Alley and The Masquerade via the breezeway on Level 3 of the parking deck.
You are also welcome to take MARTA and get off at the FIVE POINTS STATION, or park at any of the other surrounding parking lots and decks in the area. Once parked, you may enter through the Pryor Street entrance to Kenny’s Alley. Walk through the archway entrance to Kenny’s Alley and down three flights of stairs. Address to use for walking is: 92 PRYOR ST. SW, ATLANTA, GA 30303.
What can I bring into the event?
The following are not permitted: no illegal substances, no outside food or beverages, no umbrellas, no Sharpies/markers/paint pens, no items that can be considered or are weapons, no chairs or portable seats, no professional cameras, no drawstring/backpacks/Camelbaks, or large bags. All purses are subject to search prior to entry.
The Dames + Dregs Beer Festival is an Atlanta-based experience that seeks to empower and educate the community by celebrating the female contributions to brewing, both in the present and throughout history. We strive to create an enticing, supportive, and inspiring atmosphere, featuring the hard work and talents of female-led breweries, brewers and brewery employees who are women, as well as female-led businesses and non-profit organizations within the community.
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Melissa McCarthy has been cast in a new movie filmed in Atlanta. This time the star plays a former executive whose life goes awry when she’s chosen for observation by the world’s first super-intelligence, according to Variety.
Producers are looking to fill several “techie” roles that will shoot on August 9 and 11 in Atlanta, according to a casting call.
For August 9:
- Seeking men and women – small scene
- Cocktail waitress and video poker lovers
- Any Ethnicity / 25 and over
For August 11:
Seeking some Tech Types
Need a wide range of ethnicities
Age 20-35Rate: 75/8
Date: August 11th
Location: MidtownIf you fit the description please email Extras@RoseLockeCasting.com. Include 3 pics (head, body and profile) age, ht, wt and all contact info.
Subject: TECHIE
Please send a selfie holding a piece of paper with todays date written on it.
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If you can move the crowd at a party or nightclub, then you could star in a major TV movie. Hylton Casting is looking for experienced DJs with equipment to work as extras on an upcoming major cable network TV movie.
Shooting will take place on Tuesday, August 7 and Thursday, August 8 and 9. The pay rate is $200 for a 12-hour shift, which is guaranteed if you are selected.
Although the TV show has not been divulged, here are the rest of the details:
Filming Dates:
DJ Extra 1 – Tuesday, 8/7/18
DJ Extra 2 – Thursday, 8/9/18 AND Friday, 8/10/18Location:
DJ Extra 1 – Austell, GA
DJ Extra 2 – Covington, GARate:$200 for 12 hours (you are guaranteed 12 hours, with overtime after 12 hours)Call Time:
TBA-You must be available for a 12 hour filming day or longer on set.
-Call time will not be provided until the day before the filming date. Please do not submit if you do not have open availability for the filming date/dates listed above.Identification Required for Payment:
-If selected to work as an extra, on the day that you work as an extra you must bring the appropriate forms of identification for payment.
-Please review the following link for the necessary identification documents that you must bring:https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/acceptable-documents-You must bring the original hard copy of your identification. You must bring either 1 ORIGINAL HARD COPY item from List A OR 1 ORIGINAL HARD COPY item from List B AND 1 ORIGINAL HARD COPY from List C.
–Example: If you are choosing to use your Driver’s License as a form of identification (List B), you must also bring a document from List C i.e. Social Security Card.
–Example: If you are choosing to use your Passport as a form of identification (List A), that is the only document that you will need to bring.
-You will NOT be able to work if you do not bring the original hard copy of your identification documents. Photo copies of any documents listed on the I-9 requirements will NOT be accepted. If you do not bring the original documents you will NOT be able to be signed in and work. All documents must be valid and not expired.
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Singer Amel Larrieux is coming to Atlanta for an exclusive performance on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at City Winery Atlanta.
Larrieux, known for her popularity in the 1990s starting with Groove Theory and her subsequent solo career, has been a touring artist since that time.
Oct. 6: Amel Larrieux at City Winery Atlanta
The singer-songwriter and keyboardist has been busy raising a daughter, who has joined her occasionally on stage. In 2000, Larrieux shot to stardom with the release of her debut album “Infinite Possibilities.”
In 2004, she released “Bravebird” on her independent label.
In 2010, Larrieux and Groove Theory partner Bryce Wilson reunited to do a show in Japan with the intent to go back into the studio. They apparently had problems finding a label.
In 2009, Larrieux released two new songs on iTunes, “Orange Glow” and “Don’t Let Me Down.” In 2013, she release her fifth studio album “Ice Cream Every Day.”
Mezzanine $40.00
VIP $40.00
Front Premier $36.00
Premier $34.00
Reserved $30.00
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The Motherland is coming to Peachtree! On Friday, August 24 and Saturday, August 25, the 2018 Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo will be held in Buckhead.
The expo will run from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on both days.
The two-day event is set to take place at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta located at 3300 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, Ga. 30305.
This is a free event that will include networking and lectures on how to invest globally.
Whether you are looking for a new investment opportunities, holiday or personal home, this Expo is not to be missed.
The Expo features exhibitors, business opportunities, practical advice, presentations and networking, giving you access to a wide range of experts to help and guide you with your property or investment purchase in Ghana.
The Expo offers excellent opportunities as it showcases the latest projects by renowned and well-reputed developers, including agencies and lifestyle services based in Ghana.
A selection of property development projects on display covering the capital Accra, Tema, Kumasi and Cape coast, with varying options such as apartments, houses, gated community developments, villas, serviced plots, plus more.
In addition there will be banks, mortgage providers giving you advice how to finance your dream home or investment.
`There will be special exclusive offers and value-added benefits during the exhibition. Special guests speakers from Ghana High Commission & industry experts to give you an insight into Ghana Real Estate. Also featured on both days, are developers presentations, and panel guests to answer any queries during Q&A sessions.
We will also have representative from Ghana Tourist Authority exhibiting and other lifestyle & Diaspora services.
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Call or Text 678-827-2329 for VIP & Dinner Reservations or CLICK HERE
DRESS CODE: UPSCALE. No Sneakers, Ballcaps or Athletic Gear.
Sat, Aug 4, 2018, 8:00 PM –
Sun, Aug 5, 2018, 3:00 AM EDT
Phone: 678-827-2329
Suite Lounge
375 Luckie Street Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30313
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The Bronner Brothers International Beauty Show is set for Friday, August 4-6 in downtown Atlanta at the Georgia World Congress Center.
The annual event will feature more than 100 classes, over 300 exhibitors, 10 special events, five main stage competitions and much more.
There will be two nights of comedy and concerts, top-notch beauty instructions and more.
The show traces its roots to 1947, when Dr. Nathaniel H. Bronner Sr. and Arthur E. Bronner Sr. (the original Bronner Brothers) with the assistance of their sister, Emma Bronner, began teaching cosmetologists at the Butler Street YMCA in Atlanta. Soon the event expanded and became an international event.
Bronner Brothers Hair Show Registration Hours
Friday August 3rd (noon – 6pm)
Saturday August 4th (9am – 6pm)
Sunday August 5th (9am – 6pm)
Monday August 6th (9am – 5pm)Directions to the Georgia World Congress Center
Andrew Young International Boulevard
Gold Deck, Yellow and Blue Lot Parking Are ClosestFROM THE AIRPORT AND THE SOUTH:
I-75/85 NORTH
Take I-75/85 North to Central Avenue. (Exit 246) (The exit ramp becomes Central Avenue.) Turn LEFT onto Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Turn Left on Spring St. Turn Right onto Mitchell Street. Turn Right on Northside Drive At the bottom of the hill, GWCC Building C is located on your right after you pass the Georgia Dome. Covered parking is available in the Gold Deck located on your right between the Dome and Building C. Surface parking is available in the Blue and Yellow lots on Northside Drive across from Building C.
FROM THE NORTH:
I-75/85 SOUTH
Take I-75/85 South to Williams Street (Exit 249C). (The exit ramp becomes Williams Street.) Turn RIGHT at the first light onto Ivan Allen, Jr. Blvd. Stay on Ivan Allen. It will take you to Northside Drive. Building C will be on your left once you reach Northside Drive. Surface parking is available in the Yellow lot on the RIGHT on Ivan Allen Blvd. and in the Blue lot on Northside Drive across from Building C. (Turn LEFT onto Northside Drive and Blue lot will be on your RIGHT.) Covered parking is available in the Gold Deck on Northside Drive. (Turn LEFT onto Northside Drive and the Gold Deck will be on your LEFT between Building C and the Georgia Dome.)
FROM THE EAST:
I-20 EAST
Take I-20 East to Spring Street (Exit 56B). Turn LEFT onto Spring Street then LEFT onto Mitchell St. At the bottom of the hill, turn RIGHT onto Northside Drive. GWCC Building C is located on your right after you pass the Georgia Dome. Covered parking is available in the Gold Deck located on your right between the Dome and Building C. Surface parking is available in the Blue and Yellow lots on Northside Drive across from Building C.
FROM THE WEST:
I-20 WEST
Take I-20 West to Spring Street (Exit 56B). Turn RIGHT onto Spring Street then LEFT onto Mitchell Street. At the bottom of the hill, turn RIGHT onto Northside Drive. GWCC Building C is located on your right after you pass the Georgia Dome. Covered parking is available in the Gold Deck located on your right between the Dome and Building C. Surface parking is available in the Blue and Yellow lots on Northside Drive across from Building C.
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Academy Theatre and Impact Theatre Atlanta present the world premiere of How To Be An Immigrant by Gillian Royes!
A Jamaican immigrant finds her hard-fought life crumbling when her business fails, and her sons turn against her and the old ways. She must decide whether to fight for what she has established or to return home. Has her life been in vain?
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Thursday night at 8pm: Preview night! Tickets available for $15!
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Friday night at 8pm: Opening night, join us for a celebration after the show! Tickets for $30!
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Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 3pm: Tickets for $20 online, $25 at the door!
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Where: Hapeville Performing Arts Center, Hapeville, GA 30354
Tickets are available at Brown Paper! The show runs for three weekends, Thursday through Sunday.
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Looking for things to do in Atlanta this week? Expose your children to some culture, heritage and fun this weekend.
A Children’s Cultural Kaleidoscope of The Afrikan Diaspora will take place on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Perkerson Park, 770 Deckner Avenue Southwest Atlanta, GA 30310.
Atlanta’s Children of the Sun Fun Fest is an exciting celebration of World Afrikan Culture focused on giving our children a great appreciation and love of what it means to be of Afrikan ascent.
There will be live Musical Performances by youth from around the globe, Afrikan Arts and Crafts, Indigenous Games, Amusement Rides, Horseback Riding, Face Painting, Moko Jumbie Stiltwalkers, Afrikan Storytelling, Phenomenal Food & Unique Vendors and more.