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If you’re interested in watching Lovecraft Country, the new HBO series produced by Jordan Peele and J.J. Abrams and filmed around Atlanta, here’s how to do it for free.
“Lovecraft Country” is a drama horror series based on the novel by author Matt Ruff. Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions is worked on the project along with Bad Robot. The series began streaming on August 16, 2020.
How To Watch Lovecraft Country For Free
HBO is charging $14.99 a month to access to Lovecraft Country, where the highly anticipated series is streaming. But here’s how you can watch for free.
Sign up for HBO Max’s trial version and enjoy Lovecraft Country. We told you about this free streaming hack here.
Where Was Lovecraft Country Filmed?
Lovecraft Country was filmed in parts of Atlanta as well as rural parts of Georgia, including Macon. The HBO series also filmed in suburban Chicago, including White Pines State Park in Mount Morris, Illinois.
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 latter part of the year and the foreseeable future.
With more than 900 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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The movies are coming back in a back way in the age of the coronavirus pandemic. AMC Theaters has announced that it will open August 20 with 15 cents movie tickets.
The cheap price is for one day only, part of the theater chain’s attempt to get people back into movie theaters.
AMC Theaters Reopening In Atlanta
More than 100 theaters in the United States will have “movies in 2020 at 1920 prices,” the company says in a news release.
AMC says it has implemented enhanced cleaning and sanitation procedures in line with CDC guidance. It will also adhere to social distancing rules based on the Atlanta agency’s recommendations.
AMC and other theater chains are trying to claw back economically after COVID-19 shut business down in March.
Here Are AMC Movie Theaters In Metro Atlanta
These are some of the best AMC movie theaters in the Atlanta area:
AMC Phipps Plaza 14
3500 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 | (404) 231-1492
AMC Parkway Pointe 15
3101 Cobb Pkwy SE UNIT 201, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (770) 937-0730
AMC Dine-In Buckhead 6
3340 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 | (404) 467-9619
AMC Camp Creek 14
3760 Princeton Lakes Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30331 | (404) 629-2524
AMC Madison Yards 8
975 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (470) 237-2854
Regal Atlanta ScreenX & IMAX
261 19th St NW #1250, Atlanta, GA 30363 | (844) 462-7342
AMC North DeKalb 16
2042 Lawrenceville Hwy Suite F – 22, Decatur, GA 30033 | (404) 634-0451
AMC Southlake 24
7065 Mt Zion Cir, Morrow, GA 30260 | (770) 473-0719
Georgia’s largest city has some of the top film venues in the South. For a deeper look, read our Best Movie Theaters In Atlanta.
The movie business hasn’t just affected the expedition segment of the movie business here in Georgia. The actual filmmaking process has ground to a halt as well.
Atlanta movie mogul Tyler Perry resumed production in June with a “quarantine bubble” that tested people constantly and housed them on the 300-acre Tyler Perry Studios campus for the duration of filming.
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If you’re thinking about going to the Georgia Aquarium, you have a good time in store for you. This Atlanta institution draws millions of visitors per year.
In this article, we’re going to tell you everything you need to know about the Georgia Aquarium.
Georgia Aquarium: What To Know Before You Go
I recently went to the Georgia Aquarium in downtown Atlanta to give my support as well as get out of the house. When I went, they still hadn’t reopened all of the exhibits due to the coronavirus pandemic, but plenty of them were available.
The Georgia Aquarium was supposed to undergo a major renovation. It was getting some bigger tanks. Well, sort of. The downtown Atlanta landmark was set to expand.
Released renderings and drawings show a new building on Baker Street adjacent to Centennial Olympic Park. The project will cost an estimated $100 million.
When you arrive in the parking deck, you will have to walk across a bridge to the ticket area, but it’s not a long walk.
What Are Georgia Aquarium Prices?
Georgia Aquarium prices are reasonable if you consider all the attractions you get to enjoy. When I went to the Georgia Aquarium, the prices were:
- $32.95 for a single adult ticket
- $28.95 for a single child ticket
Sometimes you can save money by catching an early-bird special, but those sales come and go.
How Much Does A Georgia Aquarium Membership Cost?
Per Person Family Land & Sea Anchor Society $65-$85 $285 $420 $750+ Memberships: 1 Memberships: Up to 4 Memberships: Up to 4 Memberships: Up to 6 Discount: Yes Discount: Yes Discount: Yes Discount: Yes Parking Card: No Parking Card: No Parking Card: No Parking Card: Yes Private Tours: No Private Tours: No Private Tours: No Private Tours: Yes What Are Some Attractions At The Georgia Aquarium?
Here are some of the most popular attractions at the Georgia Aquarium:
The Dolphin Show
The Dolphin Show features highly trained dolphins doing tricks to the delight of the crowd. You will be thoroughly impressed with the many things these dolphins can do. I thoroughly enjoyed the show.Cold Water Quest
Cold Water Quest is another must-visit when you go to the Georgia Aquarium. It’s one of the most Instagrammable places in the whole aquarium because it has a walk-in tunnel.The sea otters and other animals look stunning in the deep blue water as they sim over your head.Manta Rays
The beautiful Manta rays really were amazing to watch. The Georgia Aquarium even had relaxing music to set the mood. Here are some other attractions you won’t want to miss:- Sea Lions
- Whale Sharks
- Coral Reef
- Puff Fish
Where Is The Georgia Aquarium Located?
The Georgia Aquarium is located in downtown Atlanta at 225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. Here is a map to help you find it.
Last Words
If you go to the aquarium, you will have a great time. It’s definitely one of the best attractions in Atlanta, and probably Georgia.As I mentioned, they’re still in the midst of expanding, too.A new shark gallery will be built as well, according to the plans. As for how the final plans will shape up still remains to be seen.
Photo credit: Youtube.com Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace
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. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit to a craft brewery in the city.
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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A new restaurant concept has opened at Ponce Ciry Market in Midtown Atlanta. Pizza Jeans opened it doors on Friday, August 7, 2020, Atlantafi.com has learned.
The new Atlanta restaurant is located on the second floor of the community hub’s Central Food Hall. Meanwhile, Root Baking Co. will open in an adjacent space.
New Atlanta Restaurant: Pizza Jeans Opens At Ponce City Market
Pizza Jeans serves pizza by the slice and whole pies, cocktails, beer and wine. Pizza Jeans Menu_Week 1
What’s On The Pizza Jeans Menu?
Pizza Jeans offers diners a menu with a choice of two red pizzas and two white pizzas each day alongside breadsticks, subs, salads and desserts, like Italian Lemon Ice, Sourdough Doughnuts, a Cookie Jar with six freshly baked cookies and NYC Cheesecake.
Customers can customize pies of the day with seasonal toppings sourced from local farms. Take-home family meals, like baked ziti, lasagna and a coursed dinner for two, are to come.
The eatery came to fruition originally as a pop-up inside the Root Baking Co., who is behind the concept.
The bakery has always had a vision for introducing new foods to the Atlanta palate.
When Root Baking Co. opened it promised to bring in different chefs from around the South by bringing them in to host dinner pop-ups throughout the year.
This is not Root Baking’s first rodeo. The shop has gotten national acclaim, including being recognized among “The Best Bread Bakeries in the South” by USA Today in 2017. The bakery has also appeared in Southern Living and on Zagat’s “30 Under 30” Charleston list.
Aside from Midtown, 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
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Chef Kevin Gillespie’s restaurant Gunshow reopened on Wednesday, August 5, 2020. The Glenwood Avenue eatery is back with some new menu items as well.
Of course, the Atlanta restaurant is adhering to all the CDC-recommended guidelines due to coronavirus pandemic, including having Plexiglas between each guests at communal tables.
Gunshow Reopens In Atlanta
Here’s the setup for Gunshow:
- Customers get eight to 10 dishes for $99 each.
- Reservations will be spaced out to ensure social distancing.
If you’re not familiar with Gunshow, it’s an acclaimed eatery and one of the best new restaurants in Atlanta.
Gillespie’s has often attributed the name of his restaurant to his Georgia upbringing. His father worked every day of the week and would only take a break occasionally to take his son to a gun show.
Some of the top dishes at Gunshow include:
- Smoked Duck. Geechie Boy Grits. Crawfish Butter. Creole Jus
- Tile Fish. Purple Broccoli. Kimchi. Pickled Shiitakes. Scallion Relish
- Tempura Fried Celery Root. Curry. Radicchio Jam. Cashew Yogurt
- Crispy Pork. Sauerkraut. Castelvestrano Olives. White Bean
Only in Atlanta can the casual observer find specialty food shops, off-the-beaten-path restaurants, farmers’ markets and farm stands all at an affordable price point.
But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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Georgia Tech is set to announce the winners of the third class of its Smart Communities Challenge. The program is designed to spur local development in Atlanta and around the state.
The way the program works is that community winners get funding along with a partnership with a Georgia Tech research team and more.
Georgia Smart Communities Challenge: And The Winners Are…
The program welcomes communities of any size in Georgia to apply for technical and financial assistance that enables them to envision, explore, and plan for their “smart” future.
Georgia Tech President Ángel Cabrera will announce the the winners of the 2020 Georgia Smart Communities Challenge during a virtual event on Thursday, August 6.
Dr. Cabrera will also take part in a panel discussion, entitled Georgia Inclusive Innovation, that will include the following participants:
- Geoff Duncan, Lieutenant Governor, State of Georgia
- Wendell Dallas, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Georgia Power
Doug Hooker, Executive Director, Atlanta Regional Commission - Maria Thacker Goethe, President and CEO, Georgia Bio; CEO, Center for Global Health Innovation
- Aarti Tandon, CEO, Smart City Expo Atlanta | Moderator
The Georgia Smart Communities Challenge will also be live tweeted at @GTScii.
Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
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If you’re looking for a job, you need to bring your “A” game to the interview. That means you need to be as prepared as possible.
In this article, we’ll discuss some top interview tips to make sure you get the job you want.
Try These Top 5 Interview Tips That Work
Here are some topics we will discuss:
- Most Common Interview Mistakes
- Use Strong Action Words
- Show Examples Of Your Work
- Look Professional
The most common interview mistakes you can make all fall under being underprepared. That includes:
1. Most Common Interview Mistakes
- Acting overly familiar with the interviewer: Keep it professional at all times. That means you should limit small talk to only what’s appropriate.
- Nervousness to the point of paralysis: If you freeze up during the interview, there’s no way you can communicate effectively. Take your time and relax.
- Not educating yourself about the company: Do as much research about the company and position as you can. That way, you can speak from a knowledgeable place and you won’t have to guess.
2. Use Strong Action Words
When you finally get your chance to describe yourself and your qualifications, don’t waste it by being timid. Use strong active words instead of passive phrases.
Here are some strong action words to use on your interview:
- Creative
- Enthusiastic
- Determined
- Enthusiastic
- High-Energy
- Motivated
- Powerful
- Priority
- Robust
- Trustworthy
The strong action words you use during your interview should match your resume as well.
3. Show Examples Of Your Work
You never know how your interviewer will ask you to prove your experience or qualifications. They may ask for samples of your work. Have them ready.
You should be able to show them a digital file or printouts of the work you’re most proud of. This shouldn’t be something you need to go look for at the time of the interview.
Having work examples on hand shows that you’re ready for the interview and serious about the job.
4. Look Professional
No matter what the position is, you should always look professional or at least in line for what the job entails.
For example, if you’re applying to work at a bank, it probably would be wise to look like a banker or dress in formal clothes.
You can always buy a suit or style your hair in a way that works in your favor rather than against you.
5. Set Up Your Video Equipment
Because nearly all interviews are being done via video call right now, you need to know how to set up. If you’re using Zoom here are some tips to know.
- Set up your video in a secluded and quiet place in your home
- Make sure you have adequate lighting, but not too much light
- Check your internet connection for lags or interruptions
- Make sure your webcam shows clear and not grainy
- Dress professional and yes, wear pants
Last Words
Make sure you have a copy of your resume in front of you. Also you’ll want to practice being natural in front of a camera.
No matter what, continue to have the confidence in yourself that you can get the job.
Metro Atlanta’s hot economy has slowed of late due to the COVID-19, but that’s OK. Check out our Coronavirus Resource Guide and find out how to make and save money.We currently have job articles that show you high-paying jobs, those close to downtown and even side hustles you might like.If you’re looking to get hired in Atlanta right now, there’s a very real possibility that you can land your dream job. -
If you order a package via Amazon.com in Georgia’s largest city, it may be delivered by a robot. Amazon has expanded its fully electric delivery service, Amazon Scout, to Atlanta.
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, Amazon Scout is poised to be heavily used as a way to safely get packages to customers.
What Is Amazon Scout?
Amazon Scout is an autonomous delivery device created by Amazon, the world’s largest online retailer.
The automated mechanical device is being billed by Amazon as a robotic delivery person, able to bring packages to your doorstep.
What Does Amazon Scout Do?
Amazon has taken to calling the devices “adora-bots,” which can roll at a walking speed. The delivery system has real people, Amazon Scout Ambassadors, who accompany the devices on routes.
What Cities Have Amazon Scout Down South?
In late July 2020, Amazon announced that two Southern cities have been added to the select locations where Amazon Scout is now operating:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Franklin, Tennessee
The two cities join some West Coast locations after some field tests were approved by Amazon engineers.
In Atlanta and Franklin, Amazon Scout is delivering Monday through Friday, during daylight hours.
For the customer, there won’t be any difference to their ordering process on Amazon.com. Your packages will be delivered as they normally would or by Amazon Scout.
If you order from Amazon Scout, you won’t have to worry about obstacles on your property. Each delivery device can navigate around pets, pedestrians, and other objects in its path to your doorstep.
Final Thought
Amazon says with the addition of Amazon Scout to the Atlanta market, it is looking to partner with local schools in Atlanta to support STEM and robotics activities, helping to build the next generation of innovators.
Scout will also help the company in its efforts toward net zero carbon by 2040.
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Atlanta Police Department has said that it will no longer respond to non-injury car crashes in the city. So, if you get into a fender-bender you may be wondering what you should do.
This article is going to tell you how you can protect yourself when you’re involved in a non-injury car crash in Atlanta.
APD posted about the change in procedure in July 2020, saying “The City of Atlanta Police Department will not be dispatched to the scene of non-injury automobile accidents.”
What To Do If You’re In A Non-Injury Car Accident In Atlanta
If you are in an accident with no injuries, complete the SR-13 form found here: https://sr13-form-georgia.com.
The form is a Personal Accident Report, known by police as an SR-13 Form. When compiling the information, here’s what you need:
- Visually inspect the cars from a safe distance: Examine both vehicles for damage and be mindful of the possibility of explosion.
- Wait for ambulance officers or first responders. The participants have to exchange personal and contact details, insurance and driver’s license numbers.
- Complete SR 13 form: You’ll need the form to provide the information to the insurance company. Additionally, the information documented on the SR-13 form about the broken vehicle will help an auto mechanic to repair it faster.
Remember, if anyone in the vehicles complains of pain or seems to be injured, call 911.. If no one is injured, access the Atlanta 311 website; on your phone. Once you’re there, type “accident” in the search field and click on “APD – Non-Injury Automobile Accidents In The City Of Atlanta”.
APD says it made the change “to protect the health and safety of our staff and customers, and to help mitigate the the impact of COVID-19.”
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The pantry pandemic has caused people all over the world to spend more time over their own stoves. If your’e tired of cooking day in and day out, you may have quarantine kitchen fatigue.
This article is going to show you to get over quarantine cooking fatigue by taking advantage of some easy options you can work into your weekly routine.
1. Order A Mealkit
Nothing beats having a prepared meal. That’s one of the reasons why restaurants are so popular. But you can get one brought to you. All you have to do is heat it up.
Here are the best mealkits that deliver dinner to your door.
2. Do A Raw Food Night
When we say “raw foods,” no one’s talking about uncooked meats or sushi. Raw foods — organic vegetables and fruits — are one of the healthiest options you can eat.
If you put together a raw food night every once in a while, not only will your stomach thank you for it, but you’ll save some money.
Want to pick up some raw foods? Here are the best farmer’s markets in Atlanta.
3. Have A Pizza Night
OK, every once in a while, pizza is the greatest thing you can eat at night — and the following morning. Switch up the toppings to keep things fresh.
Looking for a top pizza spot? Here’s where you can get the best pepperoni in Atlanta.
Order Takeout From A New Restaurant
What’s the point at eating at the same restaurant over and over again? Explore Atlanta by trying a new restaurant for takeout once a week.
Want to know where to go? Check out these new Atlanta restaurants.
5. Fast For One Night
Photo credit: Cottonbro / Pexels If you know about cleansing, you’re already aware that giving your tummy a break does a body good. If you can fast for one night and eat breakfast the following morning, it can make a world of difference.
If you want to know how to occupy your mind while you fast, here are some ways to just chill.
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