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The Atlanta Hawks are going to be making some big moves at the NBA Draft. Fans are invited to cheer the team on Thursday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. at STATS for the 2018 Draft Viewing Party Driven By Kumho Tire.
The city’s biggest fans will get together to watch the team make three first-round selections during the 2018 NBA Draft.
The watch party is free and open to the public. There will be appearances by the Atlanta Hawks Cheerleaders, Harry the Hawk, Flight Crew, and more.
Tickets are FREE and required for entry, so claim them before they’re gone!
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Nope, everyone is welcome!
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Although we strongly advise taking MARTA or Uber, there are plenty of cash/card lots in Downtown Atlanta walking distance from STATS.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket(s) to the event?
Save the trees! No need to print your ticket(s). They will be emailed to you once you submit your order. On the day of the event, upon entering STATS, please show your mobile ticket.
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Now in its 10th consecutive year, the Steve and Marjorie Harvey Mentoring Program kicked off recently with a number of metro Atlanta luminaries giving their support.
Special guests for the event, which ran from June 14 to 17 included educator Steve Perry, singer Anthony Hamilton, David Otunga, Dr. Alex Ellis, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Dr. Kenneth Redcross, NBA Player DeAndre’ Bembry of the Atlanta Hawks and more.
“Ten years in, we are seeing many former mentees attend and finish college when they could have taken a very different path,” said Steve Harvey. “They have grown into fine, productive young men. I am indebted to the role models as well as to our sponsors and supporters who have enabled us to host this camp.”
Other sponsors include Port Covington, Google, Coca-Cola, Morgan Stanley, Luster Products, Neiman Marcus, Fremantle Media, and Mercedes Benz.
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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.
On June 21, 2018, Migos will receive the ASCAP Vanguard Award at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards In Los Angeles, California.
The award recognizes the impact of artists that help shape the future of American music. Past ASCAP Vanguard Award honorees include Kendrick Lamar, Beastie Boys, Taio Cruz, Diplo, Janelle Monáe, Santigold, Dua Lipa, St. Vincent, The Arcade Fire, The Strokes, Beck and Bjork.
“From their peerless triplet-based raps to bringing the dab to pop culture, Migos have been one of the most influential acts in hip-hop,” said ASCAP President Paul Williams. “After breaking out with ‘Versace’ in 2013, Offset, Quavo and Takeoff proved that they could bring their trap style to the top of the charts. Their inimitable chemistry transcends genre.”
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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Say hello to summer at CreativeConnects this June! We’re bringing together professionals working in the creative, marketing and digital industries for a night of casual networking and fun. Grab a friend and join us!
CreativeConnects is a networking happy hour specifically designed to bring the creative community together. Come enjoy appetizers, raffle prizes and a cash bar. Registration is free and required to attend.
Wed, June 20, 2018
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
The Bucket Shop Cafe
3475 Lenox Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
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Jill Scott, the accomplished Philadelphia singer and actress, is coming to Atlanta to perform at the Fox Theatre. She is touring in support of her “In the Moment” tour.
Scott burst upon the music scene at the turn of the century with her 2000 debut, Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1, which went platinum. She then followed that up with Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2 (2004) and The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3 (2007), which both achieved gold status.
She then got into acting, playing one of James Brown’s wives on the big screen. She has also starred in in Hounddog (as Big Mama Thornton) and in Tyler Perry’s movie, Why Did I Get Married?
Scott comes to Atlanta nearly four years after she released her last album, “Woman.” Her show is scheduled for Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 8 p.m.
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The 8th annual Green Sports Alliance Summit is set to take place in downtown Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Tuesday, June 26 through Wednesday, June 27.
The summit is the world’s largest and most influential gathering for the sports community to unite around sustainability. The event brings together hundreds of industry stakeholders to learn and share better practices and the latest innovations in greening operations, advancing the supply chain, engaging fans and more.
This year, we’re adding more networking opportunities and focusing on hands-on workshops for attendees to work through challenges, share lessons learned, and gather valuable take-aways to implement in their communities. Your full conference ticket will get you access to multiple networking opportunities with peers and vendors, various exhibitors providing tools to help you meet your sustainability goals, food and beverage throughout the conference and effective take-aways to bring back to your organization.
For more detailed information on the Summit visit summit.greensportsalliance.org.
We’ve secured a great rate at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park. Rooms fill quickly so be sure to make your reservation early.
Are you a Green Sports Alliance Member? Contact Rahul Devaskar for more information about becoming a member and for a discount on Summit tickets.
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If you’re always ready to step in the name of love, it’s a good chance you already know about the Official Chicago Invades Atlanta bash aka CIA7. Now in its seventh year, CIA is a continuous party that invites people in the Peach State to enjoy the wonders of the Windy City.
This year’s event runs from Thu, Jun 14, 2018, 9:00 PM to Mon, Jun 18, 2018, 4:00 AM. Events include:
- Early Bird Money Shower (Friday night)
- Early Bird Birthday Bash Afterparty
- Sunday Pool Party
- Sunday Night All White Bash
- A K. Michelle concert and more.
This year the multi-day event will be in some of the hottest venues of the city. Get your tickets now because every event is going to sell out!
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A new restaurant, Flower Child, is set to open its doors in Buckhead this spring, AtlantaFi has learned. The concept is promoting the tagline “Healthy food for a happy world.”
The eatery will open at the Shops Around Lenox around the second week of July, according to reports. It is in four states so far, including Arizona, California, Texas and Nevada. Georgia would mark the concept’s first foray down South.
“Flower Child serves tasty, nourishing food for the free-spirited. Our bowls, wraps, grains, and greens are all made with fresh and responsibly-sourced ingredients that revitalize your body, mind, and soul,” a writeup on the site’s website says.
Another location is slated to open in Sandy Springs in the fall, according to news reports.
“Whether you plan to pick up and peace out, or you’re content to settle in to our cheery, colorful environment, you’ll be greeted with lightning-fast service and a smile. We’re all about happiness-prioritized dining with nutritional fare you’ll crave,” the eatery says.
The restaurant is being brought to The A by Fox Restaurants Concept, the same people behind nearby True Food Kitchen.
“They’re two different dining experiences: True Food is full-service, sit-down, with a bar. Flower Child has a different price point and a more casual environment,” owner Sam Fox says, according to Atlantamagazine.com. “We like the area. There’s a yoga place, a Lululemon, and a good health vibe.”
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If you enjoy fine dining in ATL, there’s a good chance you’ve patronized a Fifth Group restaurant. Their stable includes Alma Cocina, South City Kitchen, La Tavola, Ecco, which has several locations in metro Atlanta.
For three days only — Monday, June 25 through Friday, June 29 — you can double up on the flavors of your favorite Fifth Group restaurants with our annual half price gift card deal.
In 1993, we opened South City Kitchen in Midtown Atlanta, celebrating Southern cuisine and bringing a new focus to the city’s food scene. So, do you want to eat for half-off at $250 dining card good at South City Kitchen Midtown, South City Kitchen Vinings, South City Kitchen Buckhead, La Tavola, Ecco, El Taco, Alma Cocina and Lure?
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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A major TV series is casting various roles for actors to work on this summer in Atlanta. The producers are working with Extras Casting Atlanta, the company behind The Walking Dead and Halt and Catch Fire.
Atlanta Casting Call For Major TV Series
Here is what Producers are seeking:
- UPCOMING we are looking for a teen girl 16 – 19 years old — very slender build — ideally with some acting experience for a featured spot
- Also looking for an additional construction worker type — male 30’s to 50’s – athletic or slim build — facial hair is ideally
We are looking for a teen girl 16 – 19 years old — very slender build — ideally with some acting experience for a featured spot — email a recent photo, AGE, all clothing sizes and contact info to: ECAtvExtras@gmail.com – TEEN GIRL in Subject.
