• Party Over Hair: Best Natural Hair Events In Atlanta

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    There are several major hair events taking place around Atlanta, Georgia, over the next few months. You might want to get “tangled” up in a few of them, if you know what we mean.

    Here are the best hair conventions, events and follicle meetups that you do not want to miss this summer.

    Here Are The Best Hair Conventions in Atlanta

    The hair business is big business in Atlanta. And people are forming communities to buy products that work and to share secrets and success stories. Here are the best hair events in Atlanta this year:

    Taliah Waajid Natural Hair Show

    Taliah Waajid Natural Hair Show in Atlanta

    Taliah Waajid’s annual hair, beauty and wellness show is happening on April 22 and 23 at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta.

    Summer Fades and Rainbow Dreams: A Student Hair Showcase

    Summer Fades and Rainbow Dreams: A Student Hair Showcase

    A team of student hair stylists is eager to showcase their creative talents to the public and demonstrate their skills in the art of hair color and barbering. The show will include networking, a motivational speaker, a question and answer session to a panel of industry thought leaders, a guest speaker and the Student Hair Showcase. During the Showcase, each student will present their live model and will be judged by a panel of master cosmetologists and master barbers.

    Date and Time:

    Sunday, August 6 · 12 – 6pm EDT

    Location:

    Ivy Community Center 3850 Stone Road SW Atlanta, GA 30331

    Atlanta Women’s Expo + Wendy Williams

    Women's Expo in Atlanta

    Time for you to get pampered with lux beauty treatments, free massages, glam services, makeovers, manicures, haircuts, learn to craft at the DIY workshops, walk the runway at the model open call, shop over 400 vendors and pop up shops, Fashion Shows and more. Celebrity Keynote Speakers include WENDY WILLIAMS and more

    Date and Time:

    Location:

    Cobb Galleria Centre Two Galleria Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339

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    Final Word

    Atlanta is one of the hair capitals of the nation. One reason is because of the many hair and beauty events the city continues to host.

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    This festival is one of the premiere events in Atlanta this year and among the eight best in the city. Held in Atlanta’s prime venues, festival season spotlights the best of the city.
     
    Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.

    In addition to malls, many Atlanta boutiques and consignment shops have daily deals so that you can save money.

     Atlanta’s retail scene continues to be a bright spot for the local economy — and that means more sales for everyone!

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  • With City’s Help, Hertz Plans To ‘Electrify Atlanta’

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    Looking at the highways, electric vehicles are increasingly becoming the cars that Atlanta residents drive. A new deal between car rental giant Hertz and the City of Atlanta aims to accelerate the trend.

    Hertz  chair and CEO Stephen Scherr and Mayor of Atlanta Andre Dickens launched Hertz Electrifies Atlanta, a public private partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and expanding the environmental and economic benefits of electrification throughout Atlanta.

    Hertz, Mayor Team Up To ‘Electrify Atlanta’

    As part of the partnership, Hertz aims to bring up to an additional 4,000 rental EVs to Atlanta – including models from GM, Tesla and Polestar – for availability to leisure and business customers as well as rideshare drivers.

    In partnership with bp, Hertz will support the installation of up to eight public fast chargers at its Hertz Uber Rental and EV Charging Location near Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

    In addition, Hertz is partnering with Atlanta College and Career Academy (ACCA) to help bring EV education and training opportunities to its students and making summer job opportunities available through the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program.

    “We are thrilled to partner with Mayor Dickens in launching Hertz Electrifies Atlanta, particularly given the city’s position as a global transportation hub and an important center of innovation and commerce,” said Stephen Scherr, Hertz chair and CEO. “As Hertz creates the largest electric vehicle rental fleet in North America, we are proud to bring a range of EVs to our broad customer set in Atlanta, and to work with Atlanta College and Career Academy to help train the EV workforce of the future.”

    The initiative aligns with Mayor Dickens’s pledge to put Atlanta on track to meet City of Atlanta Historic Clean Energy Plan goals to transition to 100% clean energy by 2035. In addition, Hertz’s partnership with Atlanta College and Career Academy and participation in the Youth Employment Program underscores the Mayor’s Year of the Youth initiative.

    “The City of Atlanta wants 100% clean energy for 100% of Atlantans by 2035, and public-private partnerships like the Hertz Electrifies Atlanta initiative will help us move closer to our goal,” said Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. “This initiative will help ensure our students have access to a high-growth industry and be part of our green energy future.”

    Atlanta is home to Hertz’s third largest total fleet and third largest EV fleet in the U.S., which will expand significantly through Hertz Electrifies. Additionally, Atlanta is an important location for EV rideshare driving, through a partnership between Hertz and Uber.

    Nearly 50,000 drivers on the Uber platform have rented electric vehicles from Hertz through the partnership, traveling over 260 million miles with zero emissions nationally and 15 million miles with zero emissions in Atlanta.

    To support its growing rideshare business in Atlanta, Hertz is working with bp pulse to support the installation of publicly accessible EV fast-chargers at the Hertz Uber Rental and EV Charging Location near Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

    “At Uber, we believe that climate change is an urgent global challenge we must all tackle together,” said Bob Rupp, Director of Vehicle Operations, Uber. “Our partnership with Hertz is designed to accelerate the adoption of EVs across America, including right here in Atlanta. We’re excited to see even more electric vehicles on the road and look forward to working with industry partners, like Hertz, to find new, innovative, and affordable ways to help drivers in Atlanta go electric.”

    As part of its work with Atlanta College and Career Academy, Hertz is donating a Chevy Bolt and providing EV educational and training materials to enable the school to incorporate EV technology into its auto servicing curriculum.

    “Access to hands-on experience with the latest technology is critical for Atlanta Public Schools scholars as we prepare them for careers we can’t even begin to imagine,” said Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Herring. “We are very thankful to partner with Hertz to bring an electric vehicle to our flagship auto servicing program at Atlanta College and Career Academy and look forward to working together to ensure students have the skills they need to succeed in the future.”

    Atlanta is the third City to partner with Hertz through Hertz Electrifies, as part of a multi-city rollout of this national public-private initiative.

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  • Peep show co-stars Minne Driver and Amanda Jahava

    ‘Peep Show’ Reboot Casting In Atlanta: Here’s How To Apply

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    A reboot of the early 2000s show Peep Show has been greenlit by FX, AtlantaFi.com has learned. The show is a new twist on the UK show, which was based on the sitcom about two British roommates.

    The new series is being executive produced by Stephanie Robinson (What We Do In The Shadows), who will also write for the series. It will be directed by Yana Gorskaya.

    Peep Show Reboot Filming In Atlanta

    The show’s original producers, Hannah Mackay and Ben Farrell. and co-creators Jesse Armstrong and Sam Bain have also signed on with the new series, according to Variety.   

    The Peep Show reboot will star Minnie Driver and Amandla Jahava in the lead roles.

    Peep Show Casting Call: How To Apply

    Casting is being done by Hylton Casting. Here is their latest casting call for Peep Show:

     
    Hylton Casting is currently casting the following background actors to work on the FX TV pilot Peep Show filming on Wednesday, 04/26/2023 in Austell, GA.
    PROJECT:
    Peep Show – Pilot Episode for FX
    BACKGROUND ROLES:
    INTERIOR WOMEN’S CONFERENCE SCENES
    CONFERENCE ATTENDEES AND EVENT STAFF
    – Female and female presenting, all ethnicities, ages 18+
    – These scenes will portray women coming together from various fields excited to listen to a celebrity-type speaker similar to a TED Talk.
    Please visit the following link for more information and to submit:
     
    With more than 900 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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  • NhhL team arena in Alpharetta

    Could NHL Franchise Come To South Forsyth Mega-Project?

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    There’s been several news reports connecting the return of the National Hockey League to Atlanta. Although there have been no confirmations on another professional hockey team entering the local market (the Atlanta Gladiators are currently the area’s only pro hockey club), that has not stopped the rampant speculation.

    What we do know is that a 100 acre property in South Forsyth is looking to attract retail, entertainment, and yes, an NHL team if they can.

    South Forsyth Project: What We Know

    The project stems from North Georgia entrepreneur Vernon Krause, known for his Krause Auto Group, among other businesses. Krause has been talking to municipal leaders as he looks to build an entertainment hub in one of the northern metro counties.

    What Is The Gathering?

    The Gathering is a planned mega-development that serve as a gathering place for North Georgia residents and “the Gateway to South Forsyth County,” as a press release puts it.

    Here are some facts to know about the $1 billion The Gathering development:

    • 750,000 square foot arena
    • 1.6 million square feet of commercial and retail space
    •  A 100,000 square foot community center
    • A 7,500 square foot fire station
    • 450 hotel rooms with meeting spaces and residential units

     Where Will The Gathering Be Located?

    The Gathering will be located at the intersection of Ronald Reagan Boulevard and Union Hill Road along Georgia 400,

    “The community of South Forsyth holds great meaning for me. As a global entertainment hub, The Gathering at South Forsyth will provide residents, employers and visitors with the ability to see their favorite musician, experience a family-friendly ice show or eat at a James Beard-awarded restaurant without having to sit in their car for hours,” said Krause. “The development will include the best in advanced technology, sustainability, walkability and connectivity – all within a comfortable and accessible setting,” he added.

    The Gathering project planned for South Forsyth County
    Photo credit: The Gathering

    Hockey may be coming back to Atlanta, or in this case, suburban Atlanta, according to news reports. A hockey arena called “The Gathering” in south Forsyth County seems to be the location of the National Hockey League team.

    The National Hockey League may once again enter the metro Atlanta market, according to ESPN hockey anchor John Buccigross, who tweeted that pro hockey could once again find a home in metro Atlanta. It has now been revealed that the destination will be Alpharetta.

    The team would play in a new arena in North Fulton County, according to various reports, including the Twitter account @NHLtoAtlanta. ” Mixed use property & arena is proposed for construction by property owner Vernon Krause on the corner of Union Hill & Reagan. Property is estimated $1B in value and will seat 18,500. Estimated 3 years to build,” the account tweeted.

    Rather than adding an expansion team, the NHL reportedly is looking at relocating one of its existing franchises to Georgia. “However, this is likely due to the league awaiting what happens with Arizona and Tempe. Regardless, this is exciting info for the Atlanta Hockey Community,” NHLtoAtlanta tweeted.

    ‘We think it makes sense here. Private sector will be the ones who make the decision,” Alpharetta Mayor Jim Gilvin told 11Alive. “But we want to be in a position that we know what we’re doing if the opportunity arises.”

    Alpharetta has been trying to attract a sports team for some time now, Gilvin told the TV station. ”

    “We hired a sports consulting firm a few months ago to look into this because we were getting proposals from different leagues and different sports and things like that and we wanted to know the viability,” Gilvin said. “So, we’re hopeful to get some type of information from that consultant in the next month or two that we can share publicly.”

    Not everyone has met the news with excitement. Atlanta Gladiators co-owner Anson Carter, a former NHL player and current hockey commentator, told WSB’s Zach Klein that he was disappointed in the news.

    “Shows a lot of disrespect for the hockey community to drop this tonight. The entire hockey world knows what happening tonight. It shows me a total disconnect.,” Carter told Klein. “That’s why hockey has failed in this community twice. I’m focused on the roots, not the fruits. Best of luck to them, I’m excited for them, but it’s disappointing.”

    The Gathering development
    Photo credit: The Gathering

    “The Gathering at South Forsyth will be an economic driver like no other,” said Alfred John – Chairman, Forsyth County Commission. “It will enhance what our County currently offers with an added focal point for world-class events, shopping and dining, and it will generate thousands of jobs both during, and after, construction. In addition, for the first time, our students and their families will be able to celebrate milestone achievements like graduations without limitations or being forced to travel outside the County’s boundaries. This best-in-class development will create a halo effect that will raise the County’s visibility and provide added economic growth opportunities,” he added.

    Final Word

    While there’s no doubt that a huge project is brewing in Forsyth County, it remains to be seen if an NHL team — or any sports franchise — decides to put down roots there. As always, as the project continues to develop, stay with AtlantaFi.com for the latest.

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  • Money strategies for your tax refund

    5 Smart Things To Do With Your Tax Refund

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    No matter if you’ve already gotten your tax refund or waiting on it, you should have plans for your money. If you haven’t made any preparations, you could lose what you have real quick.

    This article will cover some smart strategies to stretch your tax money and make it work for you.

    5 Smart Money Strategies For Your Tax Refund

    But first, here are some money mistakes you don’t want to make with your tax refund:

    • Spend It At The Club
    • Buy Their Relatives Things
    • Invest In Get Rich Quick Schemes

    If you can help it, stay out of the nightclubs so you don’t overpay for those high-priced drinks and other things.

    Now let’s get into what you should do: Here are some smart things to do with your tax refund:

    1. Open A Savings Account

    Make sure you put away some money by opening a savings account. You can go to one of the major banks or even try some of the online banks. Here are some good ones with the best interest rates:

    2. Pay Off Some Bills

    The #1 way to save money is to pay your outstanding bills. If you can stay out of debt, then you can enjoy your money. it’s just that simple.

    • Prioritize your bills: Determine which bills are most important to pay first, such as rent or mortgage payments, utilities, and credit card bills.
    • Create a budget: Create a monthly budget to help you track your income and expenses. This will help you identify areas where you can cut back on spending and allocate more money toward paying off your bills.
    • Negotiate with creditors: If you’re having trouble paying your bills, contact your creditors to see if you can negotiate a payment plan or lower interest rates.

    3. Start A Business

    They say it takes money to make money, and starting a business is the best way to do that. You should try something small so you can handle the operating costs without going into debt. 

    One of the first steps you should take when considering starting a business is to conduct some market research. The way to do that is to identify a need in the market and determine whether there is demand for your product or service.

    Here are some ideas on small businesses you can start:

    1. Dating Consultant
    2. Life Coach
    3. Personal Trainer
    4. Clothes Reseller
    5. Blogger
    6. Lawn Care
    7. Handyman

    Read how to start a business in Atlanta.

    4. Fix Up Your Home

    With a little extra money, you can make some big improvements around the house. You’d be surprised how easy it is to add thousands of dollars of value to your home just by doing simple renovations and upgrades.

    Here are a few you can do:

    • Paint Your Home’s Exterior
    • Install New Bathroom Fixtures
    • Hang Some New Blinds
    • Hang A New Front Door

    Read up on how to give your home curb appeal.

    5. Invest In The Stock Market

    Nothing intimidates people like the stock market. You should really think about investing in the stock market if you want your money to work for you.

    Learn the strategies and techniques that have made other people successful. Research trading individual stocks, focus as well as stock mutual funds.

    Here are five books to check out if you want to learn stock market investing:

    Final Word

    Tax time is here and people are going to start getting those refunds in the mail and direct deposited into their accounts. You know what they say about new money .. but here’s what you don’t need to do with yours: Waste it.
     
    Metro Atlanta has a hot economy and that means employers are hiring at a rapid pace. We currently have job articles that show you high-paying jobs, those close to downtown and even side hustles you might like.
     
    If you’re looking to get hired in Atlanta right now, there’s a very real possibility that you can land your dream job.
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  • Here's The New Tax Deadline For 2020

    Here’s The Tax Deadline For 2023

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    Have you filed your taxes yet? Because the traditional day to file your taxes fell on a weekend, U.S. taxpayers were given a few more days to get it done.

    When Is Tax Day 2023?

    If you need a tax extension, hopefully you’ve do it because Americans have up until the last hours of Tuesday, April 18 to file their taxes.

    How To File Your Taxes For Free

    If you want to file your taxes for free, the IRS provides free tax file software.

    If your 2019 adjusted gross income was $69,000 or less, you may quality for free file.

    The programs you need to know are these two:

    When you file your taxes, one thing you’re going to have look out for are scams, especially the email variety.

    The easiest way for criminals to steal sensitive data is simply to ask for it. IRS urges people to learn to recognize phishing emails, calls or texts that pose as familiar organizations such as banks, credit card companies or even the IRS. Keep sensitive data safe.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:

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  • How To Lose Weight - file a tax extension

    How To Get A Last-Minute Tax Extension

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    If you’re a last-minute person, filing your taxes is not necessarily your season. Fortunately, you can file an extension on your taxes and avoid paying a penalty. Keep reading to learn how to do it.

    When Is Tax Day 2023?

    Tax day is Tuesday, April 18, 2023. That’s the last day to file. But what if you need an extension?  We’re going to show you how to do it. Never pay someone to file an extension for you, it’s free to do.

    Millions of Americans fail to file their taxes annually, subjecting themselves to huge penalties that accrue interest. You don’t want to be like that.

    If you need to file a last-minute extension, here’s what you need to do.

    How To File Your Tax Extension Form for Free

    Individual tax filers, regardless of income, can use Free File to electronically request an automatic tax-filing extension.

    • Filing this form gives you until Oct. 15 to file a return.
    • To get the extension, you must estimate your tax liability on this form and should also pay any amount due.

    Get An Extension When You Pay On Your Taxes

    If you can only pay part of your tax bill, you can indicate that the payment is for an extension using Direct Pay, the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS), or a credit or debit card. This way you won’t have to file a separate extension form and you will receive a confirmation number for your records.

    Extension Forms by Filing Status

    Individuals

    Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (PDF)

    Special rules may apply if you are:

    Business and Corporations

    Form 7004, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File Certain Business Income Tax, Information, and Other Returns (PDF)

    Form 1138, Extension of Time for Payment of Taxes by a Corporation Expecting a Net Operating Loss Carryback (PDF)

    The easiest way for criminals to steal sensitive data is simply to ask for it. IRS urges people to learn to recognize phishing emails, calls or texts that pose as familiar organizations such as banks, credit card companies or even the IRS. Keep sensitive data safe.

    Final Word

    Tax season is one of many times of the year when you need to be especially careful about your money moves. File an extension on your taxes to save your cash.

    If you’re interested in making extra income, don’t miss How To Make Money At Home and How To Quarantine And Make Cash.

    Interested in other ways to save or make money? Check out our Money Section:

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  • Jerry owns Chick-fil-A in Brookhaven and Buckhead

    Chick-Fil-A Opens In Brookhaven

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    Brookhaven has a new Chick-fil-A, which will give Atlanta residents yet another location to get their delicious chicken sandwiches and waffle fries.

    The Brookhaven restaurant is owned by  Jerry Goebeler, a University of Georgia graduate who started working at Chick-fil-A as a team member and rose through the ranks. He already owns one Chick-fil-A in Buckhead. The Brookhaven location is his second.

    Now Serving In Brookhaven: Chick-fil-A

    “My goal as an Operator of two Chick-fil-A restaurants is for every guest to receive quality service, and Chick-fil-A Brookhaven provides another opportunity to create a positive influence with all who come in contact with our restaurants,” Goebeler said.

    When Is The Brookhaven Chick-fil-A Opening?

    The Brookhaven Chick-fil-A opened April 13, 2023. The fast-food joint is currently serving customers for dine-in and carry-out from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday. 

    Reviews of the new restaurant have already come in. Here’s what one of the first customers had to say:

    “For the First Day it is already great! I expect nothing better Jerry! This is Jerry’s second location, he is a great operator I expect to come a lot. I think it is great he Gave the “First 100” cards to local schools and teachers! This one WILL be a success! Great food and great job!”

    Where Is The Brookhaven Chick-fil-A Located?

    The eatery is located at 4046 Peachtree Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319. Here is a map to help you find it.


    Final Piece

    Chick-Fil-A has a cult-like following among Southerners familiar with the chain. That’s why the quick-serve restaurant is the most popular when it comes to customer service.

    Aside from the great service, we hear Chick-fil-A has a secret menu. Shhhhh. Don’t tell anyone.

    There’s no two ways about it. Chick-fil-A is an Atlanta foodie institution, but it’s not the only one. Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?

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  • Zoltar casting call in Atlanta, Georgia

    ‘The Big Door Prize’ Season 2 Casting In Atlanta: How To Apply

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    A new Apple TV+ show is grabbing up extras and actors in Atlanta, Georgia.  The Big Door Prize Season 2 is in the works under the working title Zoltar.

    The show, about an iconic Zoltar-like animatronic fortune-telling machine, is filming a second season in Georgia, including in Atlanta and Loganville.

    How To Apply For The Big Door Prize Season 2 Casting Call

     
    Hylton Casting is currently casting several photo doubles for our principle actors for the TV Series Zoltar Season 2. Filming will take place in Loganville, GA. Please only submit if you have open availability. If selected a mandatory wardrobe fitting is required on Tuesday, 04/18/2023.
    FILMING DATES:
    Saturday, 4/22/23
    Sunday, 4/23/23
    Monday, 4/24/23
    Tuesday, 4/25/23
    Wednesday, 4/26/23
    Saturday, 4/29/23
    Sunday, 4/30/23
    PHOTO DOUBLE ROLES:
    FEMALE PHOTO DOUBLES
    -All ethnicities, Ages 18s-60s
    MALE PHOTO DOUBLES
    -All ethnicities, Ages 18s-60s
    Please visit the following link for more information and to submit:
     

    Filming Locations: Where Has The Big Door Prize Filmed In Georgia?

    The Big Door Prize has filmed in Atlanta, Winder, and Loganville to name a few.

    What Is The Big Door Prize About?

    The Big Door Prize chronicles life in a small town when a majestic machine appears at a local grocery store and strange things start to happen. The inspiration for the series is very similar to the Zoltar machine in the movie Big.

    The Zoltar machine in the Big movie never actually worked — it was a film prop, but it’s popularity took on a life of its town.

    The name Zoltan might be derived from the 18th century term Sultan, according to some sources.

    How To Watch The Big Door Prize

    The Big Door Prize can be streamed on AppleTV+.

    Who Are The Cast Members Of The Big Door Prize?

    The cast members include:

    • Ally Maki
    • Crystal Fox
    • Djouliet Amara
    • Patrick Kerr
    • Aaron Roman Weiner
    • Beau Kovac
    • Gillian Rabin
    • Susan Savoie
    • Tim Perez-Ross
    • Coach Eagleson
    • Kalyn Hardman
    • Rory Keane
    • Emily Topper

    Final Word

    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.
     

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  • Carol's Daughter Love Delivered grants

    Grants Available As Part Of Black Maternal Health Initiative, ‘Love Delivered’

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    Atlanta families who are pregnant or recently postpartum will be selected to receive doula services through a grant program sponsored by cosmetics line Carol’s Daughter and the Mama Glow Foundation, a nonprofit that advocates for reproductive justice.

    The recipients in Georgia’s largest city join those in four other U.S. jurisdictions: NYC, MiamiLos Angeles, and Washington, D.C.

    Carol’s Daughter Launches Birthing While Black Campaign

    The initiative is in honor of Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17, 2023) and coincides with Carol’s Daughter’s Birthing While Black campaign, which showcases the real-life stories of Black people navigating the crisis.

    To kick off the campaign, Black birthing people everywhere are encouraged to share their birthing stories on social to raise awareness around Black Maternal Health, by using the hashtag: #BirthingWhileBlack and tagging @carolsdaughter. Each post will spark a donation to the Mama Glow Foundation that will help fund doula support for families in need.

    Advocates such as Married to Medicine’s Dr. Jackie and Audra Curry and singer Lion Babe have joined in on the cause to shed light on this important initiative by sharing anecdotes from their own experience and encouraging their followers to do the same. Additional activities under Birthing While Black will be rolling out throughout the year.

    “While the recent statistics [on maternal mortality] are alarming and sobering, they only serve to further fuel our drive and commitment to this cause,” said Carol’s Daughter founder Lisa Price. “The work of birthing people should only be the work of giving birth and that experience being as beautiful as it can be. Our work is to advocate for them to have what they deserve.”

    The health disparities are related to several factors, including access to quality healthcare, underlying chronic diseases, systemic racism, and implicit bias. This is why Love Delivered remains committed to expanding its efforts to empower, support and equip Black birthing people and the greater community to advocate for their health and wellness, and give allies the resources to be well-informed in supporting positive birthing experiences.

    Since its inception, Love Delivered has engaged with over 190,000 people through events, doula grants, education, and webinars. Additional events and #BirthingWhileBlack activities will take place throughout the year to ensure that Black birthing people and their community have the resources they need to thrive.

    Love Delivered programming includes:

    • Access to online resources and maternity experts for expectant and new families
    • Community building events and forums for expectant and new families and their allies for sharing joyful, inspiring, birthing experiences
    • Love Delivered self-care deliveries, including a partnership with the NewYork-Presbyterian Dalio Center for Health Justice that began in 2022. After an initial donation of Carol’s Daughter hair products in Obstetrics and Pediatrics at the NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist campus, the health system is planning to distribute an additional 25,000-45,000 kits across the enterprise beginning this Fall.

    To learn more, visit carolsdaughter.com/lovedelivered for more information on how to become an advocate.

    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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