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Arches Brewing in Hapeville is debuting some new suds just in time for Independence Day. This one is Arches’ fourth year-round can — Mexican Empire.
This Vienna lager is known for its light malty flavor profile and is now our second lager offered in cans. It will debut at the brewery and in the Atlanta market Thursday, 6/28. This clean, flavorful easy-drinker is a nice complement to these warm Summer temps. Swing by and stock up for July 4th weekend!
Arches is known for frequent events at its brewery located at 3361 Dogwood Dr. Check out events like Move & Brew and more.
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On July 1, 2018, Georgia is set to enact a new law that would make it a crime for motorists to hold their cell phones in their hands. Recent statistics show that nearly 70% of traffic accidents in the state are due to distracted drivers mostly using cell phones.
As a public service, here’s what’s allowed and not allowed under the Hands-Free Georgia Act, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Not Allowed
*Holding or supporting, with any part of the body, a wireless telecommunications device or stand-alone electronic device (for example, an iPod).
*Writing, sending or reading any text-based communication, including a text message, instant message, e-mail or internet data while holding your device.
*Watching a video or movie other than watching data related to the navigation of your vehicle (i.e., your mapping app or GPS screen).
*Recording a video.
Allowed
*Speaking or texting while using hands-free technology.
*Using a GPS system or mapping app.
*Wearing and using a smart watch.
*Using an earpiece to talk on the phone.
*Using radios, CB radios, CB radio hybrids, commercial two-way radios, subscription-based emergency communication devices, prescribed medical devices, amateur or ham radios and “in-vehicle security, navigation or remote diagnostics” systems.
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Mouth-watering lobster rolls, tacos, tots and more are on the menu at one of Atlanta’s newest restaurants, Cousins Maine Lobster at Lenox Square mall. The long anticipated restaurant is officially open for business. The Atlanta location joins other Southern eateries in Nashville and Raleigh.
Cousins Maine Lobster is located at 3393 Peachtree Rd NE #3052, Atlanta, GA 30326.
Here are some hits from the Cousins Main Lobster menu
The menu for the Atlanta location is a bit different from the others. Some of the mainstays are:
The company boasts that it was started like a Silicon Valley tech company. “In 2011, as Father Winter deposited snow on Boston, Jim made the trek out to Los Angeles to visit Sabin, for some vitamin D and to reconnect with Sabin. Over an afternoon of playing NHL ‘94, a game they began playing in Maine when it was released and still played on a daily basis in the CML offices 20 years later, the Cousins discussed business opportunities.”
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Malts & Vaults Tour is returning to Oakland Cemetery on Sat July, 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. $16. Meet some of the city’s earliest brewers and barkeeps who are buried at Oakland and discover the suds-related symbology found throughout the cemetery.
Get a taste of Atlanta beer history at Malts & Vaults of Oakland. Meet some of the city’s earliest brewers and barkeeps who are buried at Oakland Cemetery, and discover the suds-related symbology found throughout the cemetery.
After the tour, attendees are invited to partake in a beer tasting provided by a local brewing company. Sampling only available to adults 21+ with valid ID.
Malts & Vaults of Oakland is available with advance ticketing only, and space is limited. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 29 at 9:00 am on Freshtix.com.
Ticket Prices:
Adults: $16
Students and seniors 65+ (with valid ID): $10
Historic Oakland Foundation members: $6
(HOF Membership will be verified at check-in)Ron Smith and Mary O. Boyle, authors of Atlanta Beer: A Heady History of Brewing in the Hub of the South and Prohibition in Atlanta, will be on hand to sign copies of their books. All ticket holders will enjoy a 10 percent discount on these books and all items in the Museum Shop.
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If you’re an Atlanta fan, you know that rapper T.I. is one of the home team’s biggest supporters. Yet this past weekend, the “Family Hustle” artist made this thoughts plan about supporting the Falcons and by extension the National Football League.
During a discussion at an event associated with the BET Awards, T.I. told sports journalist Jemele Hill that he won’t be riding with the Falcons this year – at least his dollars won’t.
On Monday, he tweeted: “Blacks in America spend $1.2 Trillion a yr,with the least participation or consideration to our needs.If WE make a conscious decision not to spend with a corporation. They MUST attend to our concerns. THATS OUR SUPER POWER!!!- Ye voice.”
Much has been made about how the NFL has been blackballing one of its most recognizable players for taking a knee on the sidelines during the national anthem. That controversy has spilled off the field as advertisers have threatened to leave the NFL and team owners have introduced penalties.
With the NFL season less than 90 days away, we want to hear from you. What do you think?
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On Saturday, July 28, 2018, if you’re a fan of suds then this event is for you. The Great Southern Beer Fest is set to commence from 1 to 6 p.m. at John Howell Park, which is located at 797 Viginia Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30306.
Great Southern Beer Festivals is a beer festival focused on beers coming out of the great South. “We love beer, we love the south and we love meeting new people and trying new things. And then, we decided to bring the Great Southern Beer Festival to cities all over the South,” the promo for the event says.
What else can you expect at the Great Southern Beer Festival? Well, in addition to craft beer, there will be southern cuisine, southern rock music and covers, games, and some friendly competition.
We promise to bring the beer, music and fun. You bring your friends and family and sense of craft beer-venture. We might even have a few surprises for you throughout the day!
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Atlanta’s SweetWater brewery recently debuted a new IPA series inspired by marijuana. The 420 Strain: G13 IPA combines the hops and weed aroma to make a whole a new draft.
Let’s put this out there: Yes, the beer smells like marijuana, so if you don’t enjoy that distinct dank smell, this is not the brew for you.
From Sweetwater:
This aromatic super-hybrid sticky IPA is first and foremost a phenomenally delicious and drinkable beer, with the added bonus of an olfactory experience that mimics that of the legendary G13 cannabis strain. The IPA base brew has a great body, good head and nice amount of haze at a pleasurable 6% ABV. To work with the malt bill, the brewers added some of their dankest hops, Columbus and Simcoe, plus two dry hop additions. To achieve the aroma, our brewers found the perfect botanically-sourced, strain specific terpenes and married them with propriety natural hemp flavor, both perfectly complementing the hops in the IPA.
The new brew is available at the following metro Atlanta locations:
Atlanta
6/22 – Brick Store Pub, 6pm
6/22 – Ormsby’s, 6pm
6/23 – Hop City KSM
6/23 – Barleygarden
6/23 – Westside
6/25 – Hampton & Hudson
6/28 – DBA BBQ – 7pm
6/28 – Loyal Tavern, 6pm
7/5 – 6 Feet Under Westside Pint Night
7/5 – 6 Feet Under Memorial, Pint Night
7/6 – Taco Mac (everywhere, yo)
7/12 – Tin Roof Cantina
7/19 – Raging Burrito, 7pm
7/20 – The Foundry, 4pm
Atlanta – OTP
6/22 – Loco’s in Sugar Hill
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Atlanta rap group Migos have been the hottest names in rap for the past couple years, and it’s no wonder. With star collaborations with major acts like Drake, and most recently, Beyonce, the rappers know how to make a hit.
The group performed at the BET Awards recently, hyping the crowd on their hits “Walk It Like I Talk It,” and “Stir Fry.”
On June 21, 2018, Migos will receive the ASCAP Vanguard Award at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards In Los Angeles, California.
Migos exploded on the national scene in 2016 with their hit, “Bad and Boujee.” Since then, they have been a mainstay on the Billboard charts. The trio is touring with Drake as part of the Aubrey and the 3 Amigos tour.
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With Amazon ruling the healthy food market with Whole Foods, Publix is poised to introduced its own brand, GreenWise Markets to the Atlanta area, according to reports.
GreenWise stores are being eyed for several intown sites, AtlantaFi.com has learned. East Cobb got the first location at at 3460 Sandy Plains Road.
Publix Greenwise Markets Opening In Atlanta
The plan is part of a Publix strategy to open as many as 100 Greenwise Markets across the Southeast, the newspaper said. GreenWise is an old brand that Publix first debuted in 2008, but they put store openings on hiatus. Now, they’re relaunching in an effort to capture health-conscious shoppers.
Some staples of the GreenWise brand include products that are:
- USDA Organic
- Made with at least 70% organic ingredients
- Made without artificial preservatives, flavors, or colors; may contain colors from natural sources
- Raised without antibiotics or added hormones; federal regulations prohibit the use of added hormones in poultry and pork; all GreenWise meats are fed a 100% vegetarian diet
Metro Atlanta’s grocery market is dominated by Walmart, Kroger and Publix stores, but now you will be seeing more Greenwise locations.
Metro Atlanta Publix Greenwise Markets are at the following locations:
- Publix GreenWise
Market Mableton, GA (678) 398-3651 - Publix GreenWise
Market Brookhaven, GA
- Publix GreenWise
Market Atlanta, GA - Publix GreenWise
Market Fayetteville, GA - Publix GreenWise
Market Marietta, GA (770) 432-4160
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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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If you like fresh salad with lots of protein and healthy options, you’re going to love this: Salata is slated to open in Peachtree Center on Thursday, June 28.
The new location in downtown Atlanta will be the fifth of 20 Salata eateries planned for metro Atlanta. Another popular location in Midtown’s Atlantic Station.
Salata opens June 28 at Peachtree Center in downtown Atlanta
Guests can expect an array of lettuces, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, seeds, nuts, chicken, seafood and vegan proteins. The restaurant makes all of its dressings, soups and sauces in-house.
The downtown Atlanta eatery will be open Monday through Friday – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
On the day of its grand opening, 25% of the day’s sales will be donated to Hands On Atlanta, a nonprofit group helping metro Atlanta’s most vulnerable people.
There will also be a raffle, photo booth and complimentary popsicles from Steel City Pops to the first 100 guests. Not to be outdone, all attendees will be gifted with some Salata swag with their purchase.
Photo credit: Jeff Moore Additionally, guests will be invited to enter a raffle to win an array of incredible prizes: 1 guest will win free Salata for a year, and 1 lucky guest will win a Fitbit Alta. Five guests will win free Salata for a month, two guests will win $50 gift cards, and four guests will win $25 gift cards.
When: Ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 28 from 10 – 11 a.m. Regular business hours to follow.
Where: Salata, 231 Peachtree St NE, Ste B14, Atlanta, Ga. 30303
READ MORE: Salata opens in Atlantic Station in Midtown