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Marvel fans woke up Friday to a delight of the senses: The new trailer for “Avengers: Infinity War” was released by Marvel. In all of their glory, you get to see the franchise’s newest super villian, Thanos, take on the likes of Captain America, Iron Man and the whole gang.
Fans of Black Panther will feel right at home as Thanos is seen in the clip laying waste to Wakanda. (Let’s hope it survives, it’s been slated for a part 2.) Along with Chadwick Boseman, we see his on-screen sister Shuri, who figures to play an important role, especially because she is the one who constructs Captain America’s shield out of Vibranium.
This latest movie in the Avengers franchise centers on Thanos (Josh Brolin) and his quest for the Infinity Stones, which has been hinted at (artfully in the post-credit scenes) since the first movie more than six years ago.
Because of fan anticipation, Marvel has moved up the release date of “Infinity War” to April 27.
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Thursday night’s third episode of “Atlanta” featured nods to the city’s recent past, including former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick. The show also weaved some Gucci Mane fodder into the dialogue.
Earn comes into some money, hoping to show Van a good time, only there’s no good time to be had in the city this night.
Michael Vick appears in AtlantaFX episode
The ending scene showing Vick pays homage to the football star’s time in the A and also what he meant to the fans. Down on his luck, he has resorted to racing people for money. Earn has been finessed out of money all night, why not again, this time on his terms?
Meanwhile, this is Van’s “Robbin’ Season” debut, with the first two episodes devoted wholly to the fellas. After the opening scene, she’s in pretty much the rest of the show, bouncing lines off Earn, who is trying to show her a good time on his dime for once.
Read more: Check out the Robbin’ Season soundtrack
“Money Bag Shawty” touches on a number of hot-button topics, including institutionalized racism, strip club commerce and VIP culture, but mostly it does what AtlantaFX has always done, and that is show you the truth through that ATL lens.
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The Atlanta Beltline is adding to its waist — and that’s a good thing.
On Thursday, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced that the city has acquired the railroad corridor needed to complete the Atlanta BeltLine’s Southside Trail. The move means that the Eastside and Westside Trails will be linked, creating 14 contiguous miles of the Atlanta BeltLine corridor.
Bottoms said the purchase of the 4.5-mile span today from CSX was the largest remaining piece to fulfill the 22-mile project.
Atlanta Beltline Acquisition Secures 4-Mile Stretch From CSX Railroad
“I am pleased to announce that the City of Atlanta and the Atlanta BeltLine have concluded the largest remaining single purchase of land toward closing the Atlanta BeltLine loop,” Bottoms said in a written statement. “With this historic purchase, the City of Atlanta is taking another step forward in improving connectivity, growth and investment in South Atlanta by providing access to trails, transit options and world-class greenspace for all residents.”
City leaders lauded the announcement, including Beltline CEO / President Brian McGowan, who was on hand.
“The Southside Trail will connect the east side of the Atlanta BeltLine to the west side for the first time in its history – and that changes everything.” McGowan said in printed remarks. “This inactive rail corridor that once divided neighborhoods can now be used to create jobs, transit and affordable housing options for communities south of downtown.”
I am thrilled to announce the purchase of the Railroad Corridor for the BeltLine’s Southside Trail. For many decades Atlanta’s neighborhoods have been separated by physical barriers. The @AtlantaBeltLine breaks those barriers and connects us all in so many important ways. pic.twitter.com/5Sz0zfJ6c2
— Keisha Lance Bottoms (@KeishaBottoms) March 16, 2018
The BeltLine, which began as a master’s thesis for Georgia Tech student Ryan Gravel, has turned into the largest public-private development in the city in the past quarter century. When it is finished, it will connect the core of the city’s neighborhoods and improve transportation, add green space, and promote redevelopment..
Mayor @KeishaBottoms announced the purchase of the 4.5-mile Southside Trail today from CSX – a landmark day for the City of Atlanta, the Atlanta BeltLine, and the many, many partners, stakeholders and supporters with whom we work! Thank you all! https://t.co/suGuyaIoUT pic.twitter.com/NOulxTvpBr
— Atlanta BeltLine (@AtlantaBeltLine) March 15, 2018
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Calling all you music lovers in Atlanta: A music app is looking to cast people to star in a commercial in the coming days. Pay is $200 a day, according to project casting.
The scenes are slated to be filming on Friday, March 16 in Atlanta.
To audition for the upcoming music app commercial, check out the casting call breakdown below.
Music App Commercial Casting Call
IMMEDIATELY SEEKING! *VERY FEATURED* PLEASE SHARE
The following to work FRIDAY, 3/16 (TOMORROW). For a campaign for a popular music app. In the ATLANTA area. Must have FULL availability for the day. Locals only. Looking for outgoing, hip individuals!
Pay rate: $200/10.African American girl
Ages 10-15
SUBJECT: GIRLAfrican American Woman
Ages 26-35
SUBJECT: MUSICAfrican American Woman
Ages 50-75+
SUBJECT: COOLSUBMIT ASAP:
Name
CURRENT photos
Age/height/weight
Sizes
Location (city, state)
Contact numberFor minors: (MUST be submitted by parent/guardian)
Parent/Guardian Name
Child’s Name
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The Mercedes-Benz emblem already towers over the Atlanta skyline, courtesy of a $1.5 billion sports stadium. But this week, the automaker took things to a whole other level.
On Thursday, the company officially opened its Atlanta headquarters, ushering in a new era of corporate culture to the city. In a tweet, the company posted: “The future is bright. We’re excited to officially open our new US headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
#MBUSA#MBHQ”Mercedes-Benz USA is in the midst of moving employees into its new $93 million headquarters in Sandy Springs. The company’s U.S. base was previously located in Montvale, New Jersey.
By football season, around 1,000 employees will be operating out of the facility. The distribution center’s focus will be on sales, marketing and customer service, the company said.
Mercedes-Benz headquarers in Atlanta, Ga Photo credit: Mercedes USA Mercedes’ entry into the Atlanta market is joined by other Fortune 500 automakers such as Porsche Cars North America, and Groupe PSA. Of course, city leaders are still waiting on Amazon to make a decision on whether to build its vaunted #H2Q site to Atlanta as well.
Read more: Waymo to kick off self-driving trucks pilot in Atlanta
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Thousands are expected at the Publix Georgia Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K races,which takes place Sunday, March 18 in downtown Atlanta. Many participants will be trying to stay hydrated and looking into ways to take in carbs and more.
The Sun Dial Restaurant at The Westin Peachtree Plaza, which happens to be located right in the thick of the race, is offering runners a chance to load up on carbs with its special pasta entrée on its dinner menu the eve of the race.
The Herb Pappardelle Pasta is a customer fave this time of year. Executive chef Justin Mason and sous chef Ralph Trillo have created a culinary delight.
As an accommodation for families who want to cheer on their favorite runner, the Sun Dial is providing free art supplies (poster board, markers etc.) available Saturday night for guests to create designs and display during the race.
The Westin Peachtree Plaza is also offering a special package where hotel guests can receive 10% off their daily rate for Friday and Saturday night by using the promo code ATLMAR. Guests who book this deal will receive a welcome bag that includes a SuperFoods snack and RunWestin gear.
You can book your reservation here.
- March 18, 7:00 a.m.
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- Marathon (ages 18 & older)
- Half Marathon (ages 14 & older)
- 5K (Ages 8 & older)
- One Mile (ages 6-14)
- 50m Dash (ages 6 & under)
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One of the most revered horror cult comedy films of all time is having a showing in Atlanta in the coming days. “House” or more accurately, (ハウス “Hausu)” is a 1977 Japanese film of critical acclaim. On Thursday, it will play on the big screen at Atlanta’s oldest movie house, the Plaza Theater.
The movie, directed by eclectic filmmaker Nobuhiko Obayashi, centers on a schoolgirl who takes six of her classmates to her sick aunt’s rural home, where they each meet an untimely and supernatural death.
This is what Wiki says about the fear fest: “The film company Toho approached Obayashi with the suggestion to make a film like Jaws. Influenced by ideas from his daughter Chigumi, Obayashi developed ideas for a script that was written by Chiho Katsura. After the script was green-lit, the film was put on hold for two years as no director at Toho wanted to direct it. Obayashi promoted the film during this time period until the studio allowed him to direct it himself. The film was a box office hit in Japan but received negative reviews from critics. House received a wide release in 2009 and 2010 in North America, where it received more favorable reviews.”
“Hausu” is just the first in a series of cult films to be shown at the Plaza. Here are deets on the others. Get tix here.
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It’s a fiesta in Buckhead as new restaurant Chido + Padre’s opened Tuesday, March 13. The good folks at Southern Proper Hospitality (Big Ketch, Tin Lizzy’s, Gypsy Kitchen) are behind the eatery, which promises to liven our palates.
“We are officially OPEN!!” the eatery posted on Facebook. “Coincidence we opened on Taco Tuesday? Obviously not! With five taco variations to switch it up we hope to see you every Taco Tuesday!”
Executive chef Jonathan Mercado, formerly of Rosa Mexicano in Atlantic Station and Bartaco and will helm the kitchen.
“The fiesta starts tomorrow!!” the restaurant posted on its Instagram Monday. “We are so excited to open our doors for lunch and dinner daily starting tomorrow March 13th! Make your reservations on our website or come on in!”
The eatery is located at 128 E Andrews Drive Atlanta, Georgia 30305. Take a look below at the lunch and dinner menu.
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Kickstarter recently announced a new program for independent creators to get funding. It’s called Kickstarter Patrons. In partnership with the program, Pinewood Atlanta Studios, located in nearby Fayetteville, is looking to back filmmakers in Georgia.
Pinewood, the studio that gave us “Avengers: Infinity War,” “Black Panther,”Pitch Perfect 3,” “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” and more, is promising $10,000 to movies with teams that have at least one female filmmaker who resides in Georgia.
Pinewood says it is seeking movies “with originality of premise, clarity of narrative, and personal vision,” and part of the package will include mentorship, networking opportunities, cash and access to the “Pinewood Atlanta Studios ecosystem of vendors.”
Pinewood, which is the U.S. branch of the UK-based Pinewood, Shepperton and Pinewood Studio Wales, has been booming in recent years. The brand has opened up studios in international places, such as Canada, Malaysia, and the Dominican Republic, in recent years.
Kickstarter says, “Each Patron makes a public commitment to support campaigns on Kickstarter that align with their mission. Patrons will support projects just like any other backer — through single pledges, and in order to bring them one step closer to reality. There is no application process for Patron funding. All projects launched on Kickstarter are eligible, and Patrons will work closely with Kickstarter to find projects that are inspiring and in line with their missions.”
If your organization is interested in participating as a Patron on Kickstarter, contact patrons@kickstarter.com.