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DeKalb County is home to a new Black Wall Street that aims to spark innovation and business creation among minority- and women-owned companies.The New Black Wall Street Market opened Black Friday weekend. The campus will be a marketplace that focuses on African-American entrepreneurs.
New Black Wall Street Coming To Atlanta Area
The facility, which will be located in Stonecrest, will feature a food hall, shops, restaurants and entertainment, according to its website.
When Will The New Black Wall Street Open?
The New Black Wall Street initially opened on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, The soft opening was in conjunction with a Harvest festival, according to the facility’s Facebook page.
“The New Black Wall Street Market, located in Stonecrest, Georgia, will serve as a destination for family fun, entertainment, retail, gourmet grocery shopping, and fine dining,” the post says.
“The purpose of the market is to cultivate relationships with business owners in the Atlanta area, provide entrepreneurial training to enhance skills, offer a community for small businesses, and assist with the transition of online stores to brick-and-mortar,” officials told WSBTV.
Embedded in the celebration is a homage to the original Black Wall Street, which was destroyed by white rioters in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1921.
From the ashes of that memory, Stonecrest organizers aim to make the new marketplace a Mecca that fosters minority and women-owned businesses to succeed.
What Businesses Will Be Included In The New Black Wall Street?
The market will feature:
- food court
- retail stores
- jazz club
- gallery space
- grocery store
- event meeting space
- bakery and more.
This weekend, Stonecrest organizers are hosting an outdoor festival and dedication of the venue is at 8109 Mall Parkway on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 7p.m.
The New Black Wall Street Market was developed by the Allen Entrepreneurial Institute, an entrepreneurial ecosystem that fosters the development of stronger entrepreneurs and sustainable businesses.
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Another Broken Egg Cafe in Atlanta is offering free food to customers who want to take part in Celebration Week with them.
The popular breakfast restaurant is debuting the Atlanta locations’ brand-new design. Here’s what you need to know to get free food items.
Join Another Broken Egg on Monday, November 29th through Friday, December 3rd for their special promotions to celebrate the cafe’s redesign.
Monday, Nov. 29
Free Breakfast For One Year
First 12 GuestsTuesday, Nov. 30
Free Another Broken Egg Cafe Mug and a Bag of our Barista House Blend Coffee
First 24 GuestsWednesday, Dec. 1
Free Another Broken Egg Cafe $25 Gift Certificate
First 24 GuestsThursday, Dec. 2
Free Another Broken Egg Cafe Travel Mug
First 24 GuestsFriday, Dec. 3
Free Order of Biscuit Beignets Per Table From 7-9AM
First 24 GuestsFinal Word
Interested in dining outside? Here are the best Atlanta restaurants for outdoor eating and here are those with great patios.
If you want to take your dog to the park, here are the best Atlanta parks for Fido.
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Le Bon Nosh recently opened in Atlanta, adding to Buckhead’s cafe and market scene. The place is a welcome addition to the apartment dwellers in the area.
Keep reading to learn more about Le Bon Nosh and what’s on the menu.
Le Bon Nosh: Now Serving In Buckhead
The cafe serves breakfast, lunch, coffee, pastries and wine,
Le Bon Nosh is the branchild of entrepreneur and chef Forough Vakili. Here’s what she says on the Le Bon Nosh website.
“I created Le Bon Nosh to change how people experience food. Today, there are so many options for consumers, yet eating and cooking has become too complex and transactional. Convenient food doesn’t have to be impersonal and formulaic. My goal is to bring back the simplicity of good food and the art of hospitality. We bring excitement to eating by cultivating sensory experiences centered around delicious foods. I want to inspire my guests to eat wholesome foods, learn how to prepare them at home, and enjoy the holistic experience of eating.”
What’s On The Menu At Le Bon Nosh?
Le Bon Nosh has some tasty dishes on their menu. Here are some highlights that I’m going to try soon:
Where Is Le Bon Nosh Located?
Le Bon Nosh is located at The Irby apartment tower at 65 Irby Ave, NW, Atlanta, Ga.The cafe and market at 65 Irby Ave. is currently serving a diverse and healthy menu. Stop by if you’re in the area.
Final Word
f you want to check out some other food spots in the area, here are the best restaurants in Buckhead. Or you might like to read our Buckhead Steak Guide to find all the best eateries offering mouth-watering prime cuts.
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There are some great deals going on this time of year. The good thing is that there are plenty of items on sale to choose from.
If you’re a last-minute kind of person, that’s OK. You don’t have to get in your car and brave large crowds at the mall or strip mall, you can find great prices when you shop online.
Here Are The Best Gifts You Didn’t Know You Needed
Here is the gift guide you didn’t know you needed. Let’s start with electronics:
Best 50 Inch TVs
TCL 50S425 50 inch 4K Smart LED Roku TV
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SAMSUNG 60-Inch Class QLED Q60A Series – 4K UHD Dual LED Quantum HDR Smart TV
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Clothes
With the weather getting cold, here are some of the best sweaters for your money:
4 fall sweaters you’ll love this autumn
- American Trends Women’s Scarf
- Wander Agio Women’s Scarf
- Women’s Super Soft Pashminas Wrap
- Calvin Klein Women’s Pashmina Wrap
If you’re going out on the town, a wrinkle-free blazer or light sweater should be all you need until mid-November.
That’s when you’ll need to break out a light jacket. Of course, the occasional cold snap will begin to roll in after that.
Wool blouse
Buy
Usually a wool blouse or similar top should do the trick for Atlanta weather in the fall.
What to wear in Atlanta in winter
Photo caption: Clem Onojeghuo / Unsplash Here Are The Best Blonde Wigs On The Internet
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Best Lingerie
After the club, you might want to slip on something a little more cozy for bedtime. This lingerie collection is just what you need for Magic City and other Atlanta strip clubs.
For the best luxury and gracefully-tailored lingerie, brands like La Perla, Savage X Fenty and Cosabella rule the night. Check these pieces out:
Slutty Lace Eyelash Bodysuit for Women Sexy Teddy Lingerie Naughty Negligee Black Bodysuit
For a rock-bottom price, you can have this lace teddy lingerie, one piece bodysuit sleepwear, bodycon slim fit, sexy lace flower nightwear. That’s not the only cheap lingerie you can buy…Avidlove Women Deep V Lingerie Lace Babydoll Mini Bodysuit
Material: The stunning one piece lingerie made of 5% Cotton and 95% Chinion. The lace is soft and stretchy. The soft material never makes you itchy. At the same time, the material is strong enough to offer super SUPPORT, SHAPE and COVERAGE.Avidlove Women Lingerie Lace Babydoll Strap Chemise Halter Teddy V Neck Sleepwear
This avidlove lingerie babydoll set made of Nylon and Spandex, the high quality fabric is smooth and soft, comfortable to wear as a sleepwear, make your life more colorful.
See more of the best lingerie here.
Looking to shop? Check out the best malls in Atlanta
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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If you’ve ever wanted to play musical chairs, but do while you’re eating hearty food from a culinary genius, there’s an event you want to know about.
Southern Belle in Midtown Atlanta has announced the next round of guest chefs in its dinner series called “Bless Their Hearts,” which features different meals from diverse chefs.
Southern Belle Introduces ‘Bless Your Heart’ Guest Chef Dinner Series
The next “Bless Their Hearts” dinner is set for Sunday, November 26, 2021.
The monthly series began on Sunday, Sept. 12.
“I wanted to get together with colleagues who have a similar mindset to celebrate the up-and-coming chefs representing the new face of Southern cuisine,” says Southern Belle chef-owner Joey Ward, who plans to host Atlanta’s culinary talent before expanding to chefs from other Southeastern cities. “I’m excited to showcase the diversity of these guest chefs.”
What’s On The Menu?
The dinners, which are limited to 70 guests each, will feature five courses plus an amuse-bouche for $135 per guest (excluding tax and gratuity).
- Seatings will happen between 4:30 and 8:30 p.m.
- You can make reservations via Resy.
Wine pairings from sommelier Cate Hatch will be available for an additional $70. Non-alcoholic pairings also are available as well as the restaurant’s full cocktail and beverage list.
The dinners are limited to 50 guests. Seatings will take place between 4:30-8:30 p.m., and reservations can be made online through Resy.
What Chefs Will Be Featured In The ‘Bless Your Hearts’ Dinner Series?
These are the chefs that will participate in November’s “Bless Their Hearts” dinner series:
- Chef Bruce Logue of BoccaLupo Atlanta
- Chef James London of Chubby Fish
- Chef Kevin Gillespie of Red Beard Restaurants
- Host chef Joey Ward of Southern Belle and Georgia Boy
- Pastry chef Billy Cole of Southern Belle and Georgia Boy
Where Southern Belle Located?
Southern Belle restaurant is located at 1043 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 in Midtown. Here’s a map to help you find it.
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It’s Sherry Week! That means you can find some delectable wine in some of your favorite places around Atlanta. One such place is Barcelona Wine Bar, which is celebrating Sherry Week from November 8 – Sunday, November 14.
Barcelona Wine Bar is marking International Sherry Week with a special chef-curated pairing menu to include two tapas and Bodega Lustau sherry pairings:
When Is Sherry Week 2021?
Sherry Week 2021 is Tuesday, November 8 to Sunday, November 14.
Every Sherry Week, thousands of restaurants, bars, wine stores and more participate by holding Sherry tastings, menu and other events in celebration.
Along with those Sherry-themed events, Barcelona Wine Bar is welcome Sherry lovers in a big way:
Celebrate Sherry Week At Barcelona Wine Bar
If you want to enjoy some Sherry at Barcelona Wine Bar’s two Atlanta locations, here’s what you need to know.
Inman Park:
- Try the Guilda Pintxo made with boquerone, guindilla and green olives paired with Lustau, “Jarana”, Fino.
- Indulge in the Whipped Ricotta Montadito tapa made with black truffle oil and pepitas paired with Lustau, “Peninsula”, Palo Cortado.
Westside Ironworks:
- Baked Clams made with sobrasada butter paired with Lustau, “Jarana”, Fino.
- Shrimp Criolla made with sofrito and parsley paired with Lustau, “Peninsula”, Palo Cortado.
Final Word
Sherry is aged in barrels using an intricate blending method and gradually combines old and new wines creating a new complex bottle composed of wines of varying ages.
Barcelona’s featured sherry for the pairings, Bodegas Lustau, is considered a world-class benchmark for top-quality wines from Spain’s sherry capital of the world, Jerez de la Frontera.
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It took years for it to be put into production, by a full-length feature film on Emmett Till is now filming in Georgia.
The movie covers one of the darkest racial episodes in 19th century America, the kidnapping and murder of a 13-year-old black boy in Mississippi. The outrage around the killing, particularly the bravery and courage shown by Emmett’s mother, has been credited as a catalyst of the civil rights movement.
Emmett Till Casting Call Details
Destination Casting is accepting submissions for the MOVIE “TILL” for November 5, 2011:
COURTHOUSE KIDS
Males & Females
Appears Caucasian
Appears Ages: 8 to 12 years
Minor must have GA DOL Certificate
Subject: “Court Kids”
PLEASE NOTE
-This is a period piece. No unnatural colored hair/faux braids/visible tattoos/facial piercings/do not have or get hair cut prior to work date
-You may be booked for multiple work/fitting dates. Must have open availability
BG Rate: $135/12+ot
-Talent will complete digital voucher via Castifi
-Paid in the form of check within 4-6 weeks
-Must have valid identification to work in the US
Work Date: 11/5/2021
-Dates are subject to change
-Must be available to work all day. Shoots can be 12+ hours
-May be booked for additional days
-Must have fulltime availability
Shoot Location: Monroe, GA
-Some locations may be outside of perimeter or not on Marta/bus line
MANDATORY COVID-19 PRE-WORK TESTING: 11/04/2021
-Testing bump: +$30 per test
-Testing Location: ATLANTA GA
-Must have open availability to test with production.
-All talent must test on set prior to working
-You will only be paid for non-workday testing
– NO OUTSIDE TESTS ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME
-MINORS: 1 Guardian must test to be cleared to be on set with minor talent
HOW TO SUBMIT
SEND ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:
1. NAME
2. D.O.B (for Covid-19 testing registration)
3. PHONE NUMBER
4. Height & Weight
5. ALL sizes
-top/waist/chest or bust/inseam or pants/shoe
6. 2 CLEAR CURRENT PHOTOS
-NO filters/hats/sunglasses/other people
-1 full body & 1 at least chest up
-No professional photos
-Must be current hair & facial hair
-MUST be a jpeg no pdf or word document
7. Have you worked on Till previously?
SEND TO:
TillExtrascasting@gmail.com*Serious inquires only. Please only submit if you have full open availability.
Emmett Till Movie Begins Shooting In Georgia
The Emmett Till movie began shooting the first week of November 2021. Orion Films is producing the film, which has signed Chinonye Chukwu to write the script.
The movie is set to be released April 22, 2022.
Who’s Been Cast In The Emmett Till Movie?
Whoopi Goldberg has signed on to play the role of Emmett’s mother, Mamie Till-Mobley.
In addition to Goldberg, the film stars Daniel Deadwyler, Frankie Faison, Jayme Lawson, Tosin Cole, Kevin Carroll, Sean Patrick Thomas and Roger Guenveur Smith, among others.
Final Word
The biopic on Emmett Till is not the only thing in the works in Georgia. The state’s capital city is now known as a filmmaking epicenter.
Atlanta 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 latter part of the year and the foreseeable future.
Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.Coming 2 America is just one of many films filmed in Atlanta. See our Movies Page for more. -
If you have natural hair, don’t ever think you are limited when it comes to ways to style it. Your beautiful hair has just the right texture to hold several different looks. All you need is some motivation!
In this article, we’ve compiled some of the best natural hairstyles for black women. Use this as a resource to motivate and inspire you to style your hair in various ways.
40 Best Natural Hairstyles For Black Women
These styling ideas for natural hair come from one of the greatest photo mosaics we have on your phone: Instagram.
No matter if you’re style is to wear short hair, long bangs or a pixie cut, these natural hairstyles can give you some ideas regardless of your hair texture.
1. Loc Style #1
View this post on Instagram2. Honey Color & Twist
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13. Red Curls
View this post on Instagram14. Locs And Twists
View this post on Instagram15. Two-Strand Twist Updo
View this post on Instagram16. Passion Locs #2
View this post on Instagram17. Blonde Curls
View this post on Instagram18. Micro Braids
View this post on Instagram19. Brown Curls
View this post on Instagram20. Red Twists
View this post on Instagram21. Moisturized Locs
View this post on Instagram22. Puff, Part & Swoop
View this post on Instagram23. Bantu Knots
View this post on Instagram24. Laid Down
View this post on Instagram25. Parted And Oiled
View this post on Instagram26. Rouge Curls
View this post on Instagram27. Pop Smokes
View this post on Instagram28. Mohawk Style
View this post on Instagram29. Ponytail
View this post on Instagram30. Fluff Curls
View this post on Instagram31. Curls With Highlights
View this post on Instagram32. Top Bun
View this post on Instagram33. Ponytail Locs
View this post on Instagram34. Curly Top
View this post on Instagram35. Long Curls
View this post on Instagram36. Bundle Top
View this post on Instagram37. Styled Curls
View this post on Instagram38. Red Afro
View this post on Instagram39. Knots And Lots
View this post on Instagram40. Kiddie Style
View this post on InstagramNo doubt, you saw a lot of beautiful hairstyles with color. Here are the best dyes for your hair.
The Atlanta hair industry is one of the largest in the Southeast, with more than 8 million people getting groomed each month.
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But you can do it yourself. All you need are some quality shears and some high-performance clippers to get the job done. Check out our Beauty Page for other ways to get shaped up.
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Chick-fil-A is getting into the delivery kitchen business with a new concept debuting in the Southeastern U.S. Little Blue Menu, a delivery kitchen concept is described as “an affiliate” of Chick-fil-A, the company says.
Little Blue Menu will open its first pilot location in Nashville, Tennessee, this fall. After that, an Atlanta location will follow in 2022.
What Is Little Blue Menu?
Little Blue Menu is a concept that Chick-fil-A feels can make an impact in today’s food delivery environment. The outpost will feature mix and match menu items from virtual eateries.
The named “Little Blue Menu” comes from Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy’s original blue menu at the Hapeville Dwarf House.
What To Expect From Little Blue Menu
Little Blue Menu will feature a variety of foods that have come to exemplify Chick-fil-A’s standards as well as some new options. You can expect:
- Three new virtual restaurants
- Chick-fil-A menu options
- convenient and safe services
- Speedy delivery
The three virtual restaurants that will be a main part of Little Blue Menu are Flock & Farm, Garden Day, and Outfox Wings. The eateries will all specialize in a different strength, from homemade marinades to oven-roasted chicken.
“The flavor profiles are fantastic,” says L.J. Yankosky, senior director of the beyond the restaurant team at Chick-fil-A. “The culinary team that developed the virtual restaurants is world-class, and the ingenuity they harnessed for each menu does not disappoint.”
Final Word
Chick-fil-A is up to some tasty things for 2022! We can’t wait for the Atlanta location to Little Blue Menu to open!
Now that we’ve told you what Chick-fil-A has in store, you may want to know what’s cookin’ at the restaurant started by Truett Cathy. Few people know about their secret menu. See it in action.
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One of the most important jobs in all of movies and TV is the screenwriter. The best films and TV shows come from great screenplays.
Do you want to be a screenwriter? This article will show you the steps you need to take to become one.
How To Become A Screenwriter
In this article, we’re going to show you how to become a screenwriter in Atlanta so that your storytelling can make it to the big and small screen.
AtlantaFi.com enlisted an expert, Tequoia Urbina, an Atlanta-based screenwriter and producer to help us break down the steps. She said she’s been doing video production since age 12 and has worked on various projects throughout her career.
“I create stories with strong female protagonists and diverse characters,” she said. “I believe in weaving current events and global issues that will provoke discourse and inspire change.”
If you want to do the same and become a screenwriter in Atlanta, here is a step-by-step process to make it happen:
1. Get The Skills, Education & Know-How
If you’re serious about becoming a screenwriter, you’ll want to devote the time, energy (and money) it takes to go to school for it.
Urbina attended a performing and visual arts magnet school in Savannah, Georgia from the sixth through 11th grade. She then went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in film from Georgia State University in downtown Atlanta.She then earned her M.S. in Communications from Northeastern University.
Once you graduate or have amassed the experience you think you need to be successful in screenwriting, it’s time to start coming up with a project to write.
2. Write Your Project
Make sure your storytelling skills express something you think is either sellable or you’re passionate about. Also, make sure you stick with a genre you’ve researched and are able to do well.
Urbina said the #1 way to make your project a success is to make it unique.
“BE ORIGINAL, the more unique your script, the more difficult to steal.”
3. Make Connections / Network
Your work is going to stand on its own merits, but it always helps to make some helpful connections along the way. Urbina said you should use your social media accounts to try to reach people that can help your project take off.
“I use social media platforms to make industry connections,” she said. “I have found LinkedIn to be the most effective platform for connecting with people in the industry and forming businesses relationships. I also highly recommend joining industry groups and attending local networking events.”
4. Get Your Screenplay Seen
Now that you have this awesome screenplay, you may be wondering how the right person will read it. This is where you find ways to get it out there.
“The best way to have screenplays read is to submit them to competitions,” Urbina said. “I advise that you use recognized sites like Blacklist and Coverfly for details on legitimate contests.”
Of course, you can always go the DIY route to get your film before the masses. Here’s what Urbina said about that:
“If you have a budget, film your project and promote it on social media.”
Urbina said that many contests offer critique on submissions for an extra fee. “It is a great way to get objective feedback on your scripts and possibly the attention of industry professionals.”
If you follow these steps, you will have a great chance of becoming a successful screenwriting career in Atlanta. But don’t think it happens overnight.
Urbina said the process can be long or relatively short, depending on many factors. “There is no specific time frame. All contests have their own processing rate.”
#1 Thing To Remember As You Submit Screenplays
Urbina said the #1 thing you can do is protect your original work.
“The best advice that I can offer is to always copyright your work before submitting or sharing,” she said. “Also, don’t be afraid to send off your work for fear of someone stealing your idea. Yes, it is a risk but it is worth it if it lands in the right hands.”
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.Got any other questions about being a screenwriter? You can reach Tequoia Urbina on Instagram @TQthewriter.81She will answer any production/screenwriting questions that you have!Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls