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Google representatives and Georgia officials were on hand Monday as the company broke ground on their new offices in Midtown Atlanta.
The initiative is part of Google’s larger $13 billion investment in offices and data centers around the country.
Google Building New Offices In Midtown Atlanta
Google’s new Midtown offices, located at 1105 West Peachtree, are expected to open in 2022. The company will occupy five floors in the new building, which is being built by Selig Enterprises.
“We’ve been fortunate to call Georgia our home for nearly two decades, and we’re excited about our continued growth here,” said Google Atlanta Co-Site Leads Hetal Joshi Gordon and Matthew Pritchard. “We see Atlanta as a place full of potential, creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship, and a place that continues to attract talented people as well as fast-growing companies that are making an impact.”
We’re proud to be a part of the vibrant ecosystem and economy here, and as we grow, we remain committed to supporting the local community and deepening our engagement, from workforce development to nonprofit support to STEM education and creating economic opportunity for everyone.”
Georgia officials are encouraged that Google would choose the middle of Atlanta to stake a claim.
“That is exactly the kind of commitment from the business community we need to keep our state the best place to do business,” Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan said. “We are proud companies like Google have made a strong footprint here and look forward to their continued growth in our state.”
The event was marked by another milestone: Google announced the Google.org Impact Challenge, which will help nonprofit organizations in Georgia.
As part of the Impact Challenge, Google.org is seeking submissions from the state’s nonprofits on their most creative and innovative ideas that will help stimulate Georgia’s economy.
“Having a world class company, Google, commit to this significant expansion speaks volumes about what’s happening in Atlanta, and in particular, Midtown,” said Steve Selig, President and Chairman of Selig Enterprises. “We are grateful Google has selected Selig as a partner, and our signature development, 1105 West Peachtree, as their new Atlanta home.”
Google has over 40 greater-Atlanta nonprofits in their Grow with Google partner program who have helped train hundreds of Atlanta small businesses and job seekers using free Grow with Google curriculum.
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Popeyes Chicken Sandwich is coming back to Atlanta on November 3. That’s when the fried chicken chain will make the popular item available again.
Here’s how to make sure you get a Popeyes Chicken Sandwich this time: Call ahead.
Released over the summer, Popeyes’ boneless chicken sandwich was a runaway hit. Even in Atlanta, the practical backyard of reigning fast-food king Chick-Fil-A.
Call These Popeyes Chicken Locations In Atlanta
Popeyes around Atlanta and the nation quickly sold out of chicken sandwiches, so they had to do something.
When Nov. 3 comes, you might want to call your local Popeyes to make sure they have not sold out: Here are the addresses and phone numbers of all the Popeyes in Atlanta:
Click on the link to open a Google Map to the restaurant to see if they have the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich.
- 683 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 492-5988
- 515 Lee St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (404) 753-1280
- 610 Cascade Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (404) 758-2312
- 1211 Moreland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (404) 627-2790
- 2767 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329 | (404) 201-6932
- 12 Broad St SW Suite A, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 525-5950
- 3349 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30331 | (470) 823-4811
- 839 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 766-0170
- 3896 Lavista Rd, Tucker, GA 30084 | (770) 246-2211
- 2578 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30032 | (404) 381-3330
- 2691 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 | (770) 246-2210
For more information on restaurant locations, go to Popeyes.com.
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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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Not only is Tyler Perry Studios hiring, but a new production is looking to bring on some extras in Atlanta. The new show “Bruh: Season 1” is going to be filming soon.
They’re looking for paid extras, ages 18 and older, to be part of some upcoming scenes.
Atlanta Casting Call Details: Bruh
Here is what CAB Castings LLC. is looking for and the date and times you need to be available:
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2019:
– HIP, FUN SPORTS BAR GOERS
*** Race: ALL RACES
-> Should have fashion forward lounge/night out attire
*** Age: 21 to 40 years old
*** Rate: $80/8
*** Prelim Call Time: 8am
PLEASE HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY ALL DAY IS APPYLING.– HOSPITAL STAFF/ VISITORS
*** Race: ALL RACES
-> If you have scrubs and experience please let us know. THAT’S A PLUS!
*** Age: 18 and up
*** Rate: $80/8
*** Prelim Call Time: 8am
PLEASE HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY ALL DAY IS APPYLING.
****PLEASE ONLY PICK ONE SCENE!!!!***WE ASK THAT WHEN BOOKED AS A PAID EXTRA, YOU BE PREPARED TO WORK AT LEAST A 12HR WORK DAY AS WE DONT KNOW HOW LONG YOU WILL BE SPECIALLY ON SET… SO PLEASE HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY FOR THE DAY YOU SUBMIT FOR!!! ***
The rate for extras on this production is $80 for 8hrs of work (Paid time in a half each hour after 8hrs which is $15hr), which you will receive in the form of a check in the mail 2 to 3 weeks after filming.
If available, please email the information below to BruhExtras@gmail.com
w/ Subject Line: BAR PATRON 10/29
or
w/ Subject Line: HOSPITAL 10/29
ALSO PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFO BELOW:
– Name
– Number
– Age
– Height
– Sizes (Shirt, Pants, Jacket, etc.)
– Do you have visible tattoos? If so where?
– Car Type/ Model/ Year
– 2 RECENT PICTURES
*********PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION ABOVE IN YOUR EMAIL FOR PROPER BOOKING!!!A member from CAB CASTINGS, LLC. will call you to book your attendance in a scene and confirm availability if interested in booking you for the project.
***SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.
Thanks so much and we look forward to seeing you all on set!
– CAB Castings, LLC.Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 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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One of the most popular shows in these parts is “Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta.” The TLC show centers around the goings on at Bridals by Lori in Sandy Springs just outside Atlanta.
On the show, you’ll see the ups, downs and in betweens of customers, sales associates, managers, and other people at the store.
How To Appear On ‘Say Yes To The Dress Atlanta’
You’ll also see plenty of brides trying to get what they need for their big day. The owner of the business, Lori Allen, who has been there since 1980.
Think you have what it takes to be on TV? If you want to be on the show, here’s what you need to do:
Click this link and fill out the form. You can also access the live chat link to talk to a real person.
See Video of ‘Say Yes To The Dress Atlanta’
With more than 700 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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Development is happening in all four quadrants of Atlanta, and one of the biggest projects right now is The Works, an 80-acre mixed-use development on Atlanta’s Upper Westside.
Phase one of the project is under construction but is slated to open in early 2020. The 27-acre site will include retail and dining, imaginative experiences and gathering areas.
The Works development: Everything you want to know
One of the more exciting aspects about The Works is that it will be a hub of interconnectivity, allowing people to congregate an an environment that on one hand preserves the character of historic Atlanta, but also caters to the technological advancements of the day and age.
The multi-phased master plan covers 350,000 square feet of retail and entertainment, 500,000 square feet of office space, 500 residences, 200 hotel rooms and 13 acres of greenspace.
Where is the Works located?
The Works is located right off Chattahoochee Ave. near Topgolf Midtown. The address is roughly 1295 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. Here’s a map so you can see the area:
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You may feel you look the part, but are you qualified to be in front of the big or small screen? Atlanta’s film industry is taking applications, but it’s going to take some work on your end.
Here’s how to land an audition for a speaking role in a movie filmed in Atlanta.
How To Get A Part In A Movie Filmed In Atlanta
Of course, who you know will never hurt you in Atlanta, if you’ve got the right skills, are humble and hungry, you can go far in the movie business.
The truth is that you can have all the schooling, training and experience, and your name still not get called. But you’ve got to believe!
So let’s look at what it takes to get a part in a movie filmed in Atlanta:
Study Your Craft
Before you take up acting, you should learn how to act. Study your craft, read books on acting, watch films for the technical aspects and techniques of the actors.
You can take acting classes in Atlanta at the following locations:
- Alliance Theatre
- Celebrity Actors Studio
- Anthony Meindl’s Actors Workshop Atlanta
- Catapult Acting Studios
- Drama Inc.
Get a headshot
You may feel that a selfie on your iPhone captures your best side, but that’s not going to work in the movie business.
Before you can get a part in a movie, you need a proper headshot. It is the key to getting in the door for many movie and TV productions.
If your headshot does its job, casting directors will want to see more of you!
Take Small Acting Gigs
The independent film scene is huge in Georgia. You can find non-paid work in a number of places, including on social media or in Facebook groups.
There are many hungry filmmakers looking to cast beginning actors who will do it for the experience.
Once you get some reels under your belt, it’s time to take it a step further…
Get An Agent
You need an agent in the movie business in this day and age. You may feel you have the acting chops to make it without one but you won’t be taken seriously if you don’t retain an agent.
You should be able to get an agent without paying them anything until you land a job. If an agent charges a fee upfront, they had better be well-connected with a demonstrable resume.
Once you have representation, you can begin the job of finding a work as an actor.
Don’t Give Up
Things rarely happen overnight in show business. If you don’t get a part in a movie after the first few auditions you attend, don’t fret. it’s going to take patience: Don’t give up.
Award-winning actress Uzo Aduba, who plays “Crazy Eyes,” almost gave up before she was cast in the Netflix hit “Orange is the New Black.”
Here is Aduba auditioning for multiple parts in the series:
With more than 700 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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Filmmaker Tyler Perry recently held the grand opening to his movie lot in southwest Atlanta. More than 800 guests came out to chrisen Tyler Perry Studios.
Celebrities like Beyonce, Oprah Winfrey, and even former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton were on hand for the star-studded event.
Unlike other movie lots, Tyler Perry Studios, like the name implies, is made up of several studios and lots.
1. How big is Tyler Perry Studios?
Tyler Perry Studios sits on 330 acres just outside the borders of East Point, Georgia. It is one of the largest movie production facilities in America.
The studio is larger than the studio lots of Disney, Fox, Paramount, Sony and Warner Brothers, with acres to spare. They’re also hiring now!
Here are some facts about Tyler Perry Studios:
- More than 40 sites on the National Register of Historic Places sit on Tyler Perry Studios property.
- Tyler Perry Studios has 12 sound stages
- The studio also encompasses more than 220 acres of greenspace
- The studio space has 21 movie sets on site
2. How many movie sets does Tyler Perry Studios have?
Tyler Perry Studios has 21 movie sets on the property. They have names like “Mansion,” “Prison Yard,” ‘Rustic Cabin,” “Motel,” “Oval Office,” “Motel,” and more.
3. What are the origins of Tyler Perry Studios?
The plot of land, more than 300 acres, traces its earliest beginnings to a U.S. Army barracks that would soon be home for the Confederate Army. It would quickly return to the Union during the Civil War.
In 1885, Fort McPherson would claim the space over 500 acres. The Army base was named after Union Major General James McPherson, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.
When Georgia seceded in 1861, the Confederate government took charge of Fort McPherson. These lasted until the Battle of Atlanta, which saw operations at the base moved elsewhere.
But the site is not so much about the past as it is about its future. Perry has transformed the grounds into an oasis of manicured natural beauty.
4. Where was Tyler Perry’s first Atlanta movie studio?
Perry originally had a studio in Midtown Atlanta, where the site of Krog Street Market now sits.
After that in 2008, he bought a studio lot in southwest Atlanta close to Greenbriar Mall. That studio was 200,000 square feet and a perennial tourist attraction.
5. What was the first movie filmed there?
Photo credit: Marvel Studios You know Atlanta has all types of movies filming here. Marvel’s “Black Panther” was actually the first movie to be filmed on the lot.
Perry has said in interviews how he thought it was appropriate that somehow a movie about a black superhero would be the first one filmed at his studio.
6. How will Tyler Perry Studios help the community?
Perry told CBS News that his studios will have a compound for LGBTQ youths that have been displaced. It will also be a safe place for battered women. Listen…
7. What are celebrities saying about Tyler Perry Studios?
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A who’s who of A-Listers spoke out about the massive achievement of Perry, who was homeless at one point in his journey.Beyonce took to Instagram to say this about Tyler Perry Studios.
” I could feel our ancestors’ presence. Surrounded by my heroes, I watched Denzel, Queen Oprah, Spike, Whoopi, Sir Poitier, Will, Halle , Dame Cicely and our angels John Singleton and Diahann Carroll honored. The Armand de Brignac crashed against each soundstage as fireworks lit up the sky. Generations of blood, sweat and tears, success, excellence and brilliance. It makes me so proud, so full, I could not stop crying. Thank you my Virgo brother for so much love and passion put into every detail. My prayer today is that you will take it all in. You inspire me to dream even bigger.”
Actor Michael Ealy said that it was important for creatives of color to witness the creation of a black-owned film studio.
Oprah Winfrey was visibly moved to tears during a choir procession at the gala. Footage from fillmmaker Ava Duvernay showed the mogul taken aback by the gravity of the moment at Tyler Perry Studios.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
Inside Tyler Perry Studio’s Star-Studded Grand Opening (PICS)
Photo credit: Tyler Perry / Instagram 
Photo credit: Tyler Perry / Instagram 
Photo credit: Tyler Perry 
With more than 700 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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You’d be remiss if you think that a T-shirt and jeans will suffice over the course of the autumn in this city. You’re going to need some real fall clothes in Atlanta.
Fall clothes in Atlanta: What to buy this autumn
Relatively few visitors realize that metro Atlanta’s terrain is made up of the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.
Much of Georgia is dominated by three distinct climates largely following the curves of the Chattahoochee River. As a result, the North Georgia mountainous region is cooler than the rest of the state.
All this to say that you have to dress the part: Here are the fall clothes that are must-haves this autumn:
Liny Xin Women’s Cashmere Oversized Loose Knitted Crew Neck Long Sleeve Winter Warm Wool Pullover Long Sweater Dresses Tops
Price: $39.97
Asvivid Women’s Long Sleeve Criss Cross V Neck Knitted Sweater Backless Loose Jumper Sweaters
Price: $29.99-$31.99Women’s Loose Open Front Long Sleeve Solid Color Knit Cardigans Sweater Blouses with Pockets
Price: $22.00-$33.99
Merokeety Women’s Slim Fall Quilted Herringbone Puffer Vest with Zipper
Price: $29.99-$32.99
Inorin Womens Sleeveless Plaid Asymmetrical Hem Tassel Drape Open Front Cardigan Vest
Price: $12.98-$32.98Dokotoo Womens Fashion Open Front Long Sleeve Cardigans Sweater with Pocket
Price: $6.99-$34.99Top legging TL Women’s Versatile Militray Anorak Parka Hoodie Jackets with Drawstring
Price: $19.98-$43.80
KFSO Womens Block Color O-Neck Long Sleeve Blouse T-Shirt Autumn Holiday Tops
Price: $5.59-7.09
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Along with the wonderful things to eat and do in Atlanta, there are also so awesome places to shop.
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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Night Market at The Home Depot Backyard is a new concept making its debut at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, October 3 from 6-10 p.m.
Night Market, an artisan food and beverage experience, will take place every first Thursday for the rest of 2019.
Night Market at the Home Depot Backyard: What’s in store
The market offers attendees live music, bites from top Atlanta chefs including Nick Leahy (AIX and Tin Tin), Conner Slewitzke (Gracious Plenty), Kevin Outz (The Spotted Trotter), and Howard Hsu (Sweet Auburn BBQ).
There will also be beverages from local experts like Kellie Thorn from the Hugh Acheson Restaurant Group, and an artisan market curated by Indie Craft Experience.
Where is the Home Depot Backyard located?
The Home Depot Backyard is located at 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313. Here is a map to help you find it.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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There’s a new place to eat in downtown Atlanta: The Pantry & Provisions recently opened inside the Healey Building.The fast-casual sandwich restaurant is different for Atlanta because it has been described as bodega-style. The eatery is brought to us by owner Brady Lowe.The Pantry & Provisions opens in Healey Building
The Pantry & Provisions will host a grand opening celebration on Sept. 30.“Our mission is to create a scalable restaurant model that operates on the values of inclusivity, sustainability, integrity, and responsibility,” Lowe says in a press release.What’s on the menu at The Pantry and Provisions?
The Pantry and Provisions has plenty of sandwiches, pastries and burgers for sale. Here is a pic of one option on the menu:
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.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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