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The Georgia State University Panthers are ready to play for Sun Belt football in 2019. Georgia State Stadium is just south of downtown Atlanta, a perfect place for some gridiron.
The Panthers football team has only been in existence since 2010, but it has made strides since then and been able to recruit some quality athletes from inside and outside the state.
Here is the Georgia State Panthers 2019 football schedule
Date Opponent Location Time Saturday, Aug. 31 Tennessee 38-30 Knoxville, TN 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 Furman 48-42 GSU Stadium, Atlanta, GA 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14 At Western Michigan Kalamazoo, MI 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept 21 At Texas State San Marcos, Texas TBA Saturday, Oct. 5 Arkansas State GSU Stadium, Atlanta, GA 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12 At Coastal Carolina Conway, S.C. TBA Saturday, Oct. 19 Army GSU Stadium, Atlanta, GA 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 Troy GSU Stadium, Atlanta, GA 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 At ULM Monroe, LA TBA Saturday, Nov 16 Appalachian State GSU Stadium, Atlanta, GA 2 p.m. Georgia State’s biggest rival is Georgia Southern, which is located in Statesboro. Although the teams have squared up quite a few times in basketball, they meet in football only so often until a few years ago.
That’s when both schools joined the Sun Belt Conference. Since then it has become a heated in-state rivalry that brings out the best in fans.Week 1: GSU 38- Tennessee 30
The party was in downtown Atlanta on Aug. 31 after the Georgia State University Panthers shocked the Tennessee Volunteers 38-30 at Neyland Stadium.
Tennessee, a former powerhouse team in the SEC, was supposed to mop the field with the Panthers, who were three-score underdogs. Instead, GSU handed the Vols their first home opening loss since 1983.
Week 2: GSU 48- Furman 42
In a thrilling game that saw Georgia State get behind after leading for most of the way, the Panthers scored late to beat Furman University 48-42.
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Established and aspiring filmmakers are looking to screen their movies on a weekly basis in Atlanta. Here are the Atlanta movie screenings near you.
With hundreds of film projects being greenlit and produced in the state over the last five years, the filmmaking industry in Georgia has supplanted Hollywood.
Here are the Atlanta film screenings you don’t want to miss
A big part of the process is movie screenings, which help build buzz for the film and celebrates the filmmaker’s vision.
White Rose – Sept. 18
No, The Movie – Oct. 9
Agent X – Oct. 10 at Phipps Plaza
Communion – Oct. 27
Inspired by the toll of current events, “Communion,” will lift up the voices of women by celebrating our untold stories with all proceeds going to support the nonprofit, SisterSong, whose mission is to strengthen and amplify the collective voices of indigenous women and women of color to achieve reproductive justice by eradicating reproductive oppression and securing human rights.Chess Underground – Dec. 11 at Camp Creek
Up Next: BronzeLens Film Fest 2019 Opening Night Screening
Come out to the Landmark’s Midtown Art Cinema on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019 for the Opening nIght Screening of the BronzeLens Film Festival. See more.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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Throngs of beauty and cosmetics enthusiasts descended upon downtown Atlanta for the Bronner Brothers Hair Show.
The three-day international beauty show was held Aug 17-19 inside the cavernous Georgia World Congress Center. The show featured more than 300 companies and 100 classes focused on all things hair and beauty.
Thousands flock to Bronner Brothers Hair Show in Atlanta
On the exhibition floor, hair models walked around with pomp and circumstance to lure customers to their respective booths to buy products and other things.
As one of the largest hair conventions in the world, celebrities from all over attend Bronner Brothers as well:
Actress, producer and reality TV star Yandy Smith was there to represent her Yelle Skincare line, her plant-based skincare regimen that caters to melanin-rich skin.
Smith talked to AtlantaFi.com about what motivated her to get into the beauty and cosmetics industry.
“When I started getting on TV that was my first time wearing makeup and my skin really reacted badly to it. I broke out really bad.”
She said that when she went to Sephora to get everything she needed to clear up her skin, the total bill was more than $600.
“I realized the average woman would not be able to afford an all-natural plant-based skincare line that would cost $600 a month,” she said.
“That’s when I decided I wanted to get with a master esthetician and a chemist to create something that was green, that was natural, that was plant-based for the everyday working woman like myself.”
I wanted to make sure that this product was for people with melanin in their skin.”
Where can you buy Yelle Skincare?
You can buy Yandy Smith’s skincare products at yelleskincare.com.
Up next: Yandy Smith talks Yelle Skincare in Atlanta
Yandy Smith Shares What Inspired Her To Create Yelle Skincare
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Tee Up ATL, the official welcoming party of the TOUR Championship to Atlanta, is happening Monday, August 19 from 7-10 p.m. at the College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta.
Tee Up ATL, now in its fifth year, will feature performances from the 69 Boyz and Francesco Yates.
You can get tickets for Tee Up ATL here.
Tickets are only $25 and are available for purchase by going to TeeUpATL.com. All proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations.
The event celebrates the PGA TOUR’s top 30 golfers as they come to Atlanta to compete for the FedExCup at the season-ending TOUR Championship held at East Lake Golf Club, August 21-25.
This year attendees will receive a Wednesday grounds ticket, valued at $35, with the purchase of a Tee Up ATL ticket.
Tee Up ATL: What you need to know
This year’s event features a mixture of throwback talent with a new pop/soul sensation. 69 Boyz are best known for their 90s hit “Tootsee Roll” and still bring the party wherever they go.
Francesco Yates was a featured act on the “Man of the Woods” Tour in North America. He will perform the multi-platinum hit “Sugar” & more.
Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta Hawks announcer as well as voice of Atlanta, Ryan Cameron, will emcee the event, which will include appearances by Atlanta sports celebrities and top movers and shakers around the city.
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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El Super Pan – Ponce City Market is getting into a festive mood this week with Placita Friday.
Come to the restaurant at 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE to join in on the festivities.
Placita Friday at El Super Pan in Midtown Atlanta
Upcoming Dates
So what is Placita Friday all about? It means that during the dates listed below, El Super Pan will be hosting La Placita at their Ponce City Market location.
This event is open to the public and features festive music provided by a DJ, dancing and fabuloso food and drink specials. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend!
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Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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Ready for some culinary soul? Then, you do not want to miss the Atlanta Black Chefs Food Expo on September 21, 2019.
The event showcases Atlanta’s black chef entrepreneurs and their delicious dishes.
Atlanta Black Chefs Food Expo: Everything you need to know
Attendees can expect to find some hidden gems as well as valuable info on Southern cooking, contemporary recipes and innovative cooking and baking methods.
Click here for ticket information
Where will the Atlanta Black Chefs Food Expo be held?
The Atlanta Black Chefs Expo will be held at Posh Event Boutique, 2778 Broad St. Austell, GA 30106.
The time of the event will be Sep 21, 11 AM to 3 PM.
Chefs, grab your Chefs Table before they run out!! Foodies!! You don’t want to miss a room filled with delicious food from a variety of Atlanta chefs.
Up next: The best soul food restaurants in Atlanta
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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Everything has to be perfect before you pop the question. The venue has to be right. It has to be one of the best places in Atlanta to get engaged.
The food has to be amazing, the views must be outstanding. The help? Superb. That’s why we’ve compiled some of the top places in Atlanta to propose.
Here are the best places in Atlanta to get engaged
Many of these places are not only great for proposing, but make for some of the best wedding venues in Atlanta as well. Have a look:
Fox Theatre
75 14th St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 404-881-9898Here’s what one reviewer says about the Fox Theatre: “One of the best and magical venues in Atlanta. I have seen amazing concerts, plays and other performaces there. The staff is professional and kind to the people. The atmosphere is electric and the vibes are always beaming in that place.”
Four Seasons Hotel
75 14th St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 404-881-9898Here’s what one reviewer says about the Four Seasons in Atlanta: “Attended a wedding here over the weekend. The service was very professional and the staff were all exceptionally kind and helpful.”
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St NW Atlanta, GA 30313 404.581.4000Here’s what one Google reviewer says about the Georgia Aquarium: “Absolutely incredible. The entire place is beyond cool but the theater type room with the wall of glass is one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. Even without that this would still be the best aquarium you’ve ever been to but that just puts it over the top. So much to see there this really is a “must see” when you’re in the area. Just phenomenal.”
The Loft at Castleberry Hill
170 Northside Dr SW #96, Atlanta, GA 30313 (404) 502-9002
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“We celebrated our one year anniversary in January at this venue and it was amazing!”says a Google reviewer. “The food and staff were so amazing my guests are still talking about them both. Hats off to the secruity guard who made everyone feel so warm, even though it was cold that night. I highly recommend this venue for all occasions, you will not be disappointed.”Magnolia Reserve
124 Thirkield Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 (678) 855-1311
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Magnolia Reserve is a magnificent Southside venue that comes alive in the spring, summer and fall with lush greenery and beautiful colors for outdoor weddings.The Peachtree Club
999 Peachtree St NE Suite 2800, Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 817-0999
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Here’s what one reviewer says of the Peachtree Club: “My girlfriend and I got engaged at the Peachtree Club. Hannah was able to help me coordinate and pull off this surprise proposal on their beautiful rooftop terrace within a 24 hours notice. What an amazing staff and venue. Cheers.”The Piedmont Room
500 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 249-0001
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Here’s what one reviewer says about The Piedmont Room in Atlanta: “I attended a wedding at this venue. Beautiful decorated, incredible flow and the staff was phenomenal!! Nene is a real one, truly! She was incredibly helpful and attentive! only issue is probably that the restaurant below was loud during the ceremony, but that is probably just a timing issue and certainly didn’t interrupt anything!”Up next: Most romantic restaurants in Atlanta
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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There are plenty of interstates that you should show due caution pn when traveling, but Interstate 285, better known as I-285, or better yet, 285, is another animal.
That’s just one of several Atlanta interstates that you may be have to drive on when traveling in and through metro Atlanta.
The traffic perennially ranks as one of the worst in the nation and there are a few reasons for that:
- The drivers are from all across the country
- Atlanta’s highways are built like race tracks
- Nobody really knows where they’re going
It’s the latter one that makes Atlanta traffic so stressful. Anyhoo, if you’re here you’re going to have to learn how to drive through the traffic.
How To Drive On 285 (Safely) In Atlanta
285 is a loop that encircles Atlanta. It is approximately 63.98 miles.
If you’re trying to really make up some time to get to where you’re going around Atlanta, you’ll encounter 285 — but you don’t have to be afraid.
When driving on 285, don’t be on a hurry. I know it’s like a race track.
It’s best to travel in the middle lanes of 285, that way you won’t be accidentally take an exit or be in the fast lane.
If you want to see where the traffic is, download the WSB-TV traffic app for real-time road information. You can also get the Waze app or Google Maps.
Atlanta Express Lanes: What You Need To Know
G-DOT introduced the I-85 express lanes (Hot lanes) on the northside a few years ago around metro Atlanta. HOT stands for High Occupancy Toll because it costs money.
The lanes stretch from Chamblee Tucker Road, just south of I-285, to Old Peachtree Road in Gwinnett County.
Who can use Hot lanes in Atlanta toll-free?
The HOT lanes are for those who register, including three or more person carpools, motorcycles, emergency vehicles, and Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) with the proper AFV license plate (does not include hybrid vehicles).
If you have three or fewer occupants, including solo drivers, you can pay to use the Express Lanes.
Here are the registered vehicles that are exempt from Express lane tolls:
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Transit vehicles
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Carpools with three or more occupants
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Motorcycles
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Emergency vehicles
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Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) with the proper AFV license plate (does not include hybrid vehicles)
How to get a Peach Pass in Atlanta
All vehicles, including those designated as “toll-exempt,” must be registered on an active Peach Pass account and have a Peach Pass transponder mounted inside or on the vehicle to use the Georgia Express Lanes.
You can sign up for a Peach Pass account online by clicking here or contact the Customer Service Center.
New to metro Atlanta? Watch this video on how Peach Pass works?
When is the best time to travel through Atlanta?
Because the Atlanta rush hour is virtually an all-day thing, you may find it best to travel through Atlanta after 8 p.m. The best time in fact may be between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. on week days.
On weekends, it’s best to get on the roads early, like 6 to 7 a.m. That way, you’ll beat the normal weekend traffic, which starts around 7ish.
Here Are 3 Ways To Deal With Atlanta Traffic
Carpool
In metro Atlanta, it’s very easy to sign up to car pool: Do you need help finding a carpool partner. Sign up at GeorgiaCommuteOptions to find a commute partner.
Guaranteed Ride Home
In metro Atlanta, you can get a Guaranteed Ride Home if an unexpected event makes getting to your place of residence improbable.
Guaranteed Ride Home promises up to five free rides home or to your car, by taxi from work each year if an unexpected event occurs.
1. Download the application, then email, fax or mail it to G-Dot. Sign Up for GRH.
Call 1-877-942-6784 (locally: 404-656-4270) for questions or to schedule a ride.
Take MARTA, it’s SMARTA
Yes, taking MARTA really is smarter. The train commute may take a big longer for some people, but what it takes up in time it gives back in stress and comfort.
The rail network is comprise of four service lines that travel in all four compass points: the Red, Gold, Blue, and Green Lines.
Atlanta rail: How much does MARTA fare cost?
If you want to ride the rail in Atlanta, The MARTA fare is $2.50 for a one-way trip.
Machines in the MARTA Stations take exact cash or credit cards. If you don’t have a Breeze Card ($2), which is reloadable, you must get a or a $1 disposable paper ticket.
Children
Children 46 inches and under can ride MARTA for free. Limit two children per paying adultSenior Citizens, Disabled Riders and Medicare Recipients
$1.00 (view details)MARTA Mobility Paratransit
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The Real Milk & Honey Cafe opened its doors on Monday, July 15 in College Park. The grand opening for the all-day brunch restaurant is a homecoming of sorts for owners, restaurateur Monique Rose and Chef Sammy Davis Jr.
Davis is known in culinary circles as the winner of the Food Network show “Chopped: Redemption.”
The Real Milk and Honey Cafe opens in College Park
“We have always had a presence on the Atlanta restaurant scene” Rose said in a written statement.
“After the tremendous success we have had in (Maryland and D.C.), Chef Sammy and I wanted to return to Atlanta where we know Milk & Honey already has a strong following, and again offer Georgia diners the authentic taste, the distinct ambiance, and soulful style of the Milk & Honey brand.”
What are the hours for the Real Milk & Honey restaurant?
The Real Milk & Honey Cafe’s operating hours are:
- 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday
- 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday
- 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday
Where is the Real Milk & Honey Cafe located?
The Real Milk & Honey Cafe is located at 3719 Main St, College Park, GA 30337. Here is a map to help you find the place.Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories
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Advance tickets for “The Lion King” live action movie went on sale Monday, June 23, 2019 at 3 p.m. ET in Atlanta. Here’s how to get them for opening night.
In Atlanta, “The Lion King” will be shown in area theaters beginning on Thursday, July 18, then Friday July 19, and of course that Saturday and Sunday, respectively.
Lion King tickets in Atlanta: Where to get them
The movie is expected to be a cinematic blockbuster for Disney, which has lined up an all-star cast (Beyonce, Donald Glover and more) as voice actors.
Related: Best movie theaters in Atlanta
Here’s where to buy tickets for “The Lion King” in Atlanta on Thursday, July 18:
- AMC Parkway Pointe 15 (Opening Night Fan Event) 8 p.m.
- AMC Phipps Plaza: 14: 6:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- AMC North DeKalb 16: 6:45 p.m., 8:15 p.m., 10 p.m.
- AMC Camp Creek 14: 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
- AMC Classic Snellville 12: 6 p.m., 6:30; 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m.; 8 p.m.; 8:30 p.m.; 9 p.m.
- Regal Cinemas Atlantic Station 18 IMAX & RPX: 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. (IMAX); 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m (3D); 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. (2D).
- Regal Hollywood @ North I-85: 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.; 7:30 p.m.; 8:50 p.m.; 9:50 p.m; 10:20 p.m.
- Regal Perimeter Pointe: 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.; 8 p.m.; 10 p.m.
You can also buy Lion King tickets on the Fandango:
Go to Fandango.com on your desktop and see Atlanta showtimes. The earliest they’re selling on Fandango is Friday, July 19, which is when “Lion King” is released to theaters nationwide.You can also download the Fandango app in the App Store or on Google Play.Up next: Listen to Beyonce’s new song ‘Spirit’ for Lion King
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.How to buy #TheKionKing tickets on opening night in Atlanta https://t.co/LGev1uTdjs pic.twitter.com/O9Hw0riww0
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