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Atlanta Funk Fest is coming back to the city on Sept. 13 and 14, 2019 at Wolf Creek Amphitheater. The perennial concert is a blend of old vs. new.
The music lineup includes such legends as SWV, Scarface, Da Brat, Crime Mob and much more.
Atlanta Funk Fest 2019: Everything you need to know
Atlanta Funk Fest 2019 features more than 30 artists over two days on the same stage! Friday Sept.13 – The Old Atlanta Reunion and Saturday Sept.14 – Back 2 the 90s.
Where is Funk Fest going to be held in Atlanta?
Funk Fest this year is at the Wolf Creek Amphitheater at 3025 Merk Rd Sw College Park, GA. Here is a map to help you find it.
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Actors looking to share the screen with a superhero may want to get in on this casting call for “Black Lightning.” The CW hit is looking to cast actors to film scenes in Atlanta.
In the TV series, Cress Williams stars as Jefferson Pierce, a father trying to keep his daughter out of the street life. He dons his suit and penchant for justice and re-emerges as vigilante Black Lightning.
Peep the casting call below:
Black Lightning Casting Call
(Read Carefully Please) Looking for extras to work a CRIME SCENE shoot on Black Lighting NEXT YEAR; Shooting interiors and exteriors outside our stages in Decatur, Ga.
Expecting a late morning/afternoon calltime, but there is no official call as of yet, so must have full availability for the day – Working 8-10hrs.
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SHOOT DATE: WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4, 2019
*Currently booking for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 4th on our stages in Decatur,GA
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Calltime: 6:30pm; plan to be on set a minimum 6-7hours
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[PERDI] Male/Female, African-American, Ages 18-55; Looking for Natural types (dreads, beard
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[META] Male/Female; Open Ethnicity; ages 18-35; All shapes, sizes, types; Everyday people; okay with light running
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If available email recent photos, include LEGAL name, age, phone, height, weight, all clothing sizes, (including shoes) to: BLACKLIGHTNINGEXTRAS@gmail.com
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SUBJECT: “Wed-Perdi”
SUBJECT: “Wed-Meta”
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Rate $75/8; OT after 8hrs
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*IF YOU HAVE AN OUT-OF-STATE NUMBER, BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR CITY OF RESIDENCE TO BE CONSIDERED*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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The Atlanta Beltline Wine Stroll is happening on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 1 to 5 p.m.
The event will take place on the Beltine’s Eastside Trail at 700 Lake Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30307.
Atlanta Beltline Wine Stroll: Everything you need to know
This year the stroll has been expanded southward to include new venues on the Irwin Street to DeKalb Avenue section of the trail.
The stroll also also expanded northward. Estrella and Bully Boy will be joining Two Urban Licks at the northern end of the Stroll.
Participating venues this year include: Amara, Axis Replay, Bar Mercado, Bar Taco, Barcelona, Bocca Lupo, Bread and Butterfly, Char, Estrella at Bazati, Bennett’s Market (with Guac and Margy’s), Hampton and Hudson, Ladybird, Men’s Quarter, Nina and Rafi’s, Pure, Select Shades, The Albert, The Collective, Voga Gelato, Cold Beer, Bully Boy, Parish, Serpas, Shake Shack, Two Urban Licks, Skin and Bones Docs, the BeltLine Partnership, Bill Hallman and King of Pops.
Vino Teca and The James Room will be hosting our VIP ticket holders. Wine will be served in glass stem ware and will be explained and poured by wine connoisseurs in a relaxed comfortable setting at the VIP locations. The VIP ticket provides a comfortable place to sit, relax, and take a break from the Stroll in an air-conditioned environment away from the crowds.
The guest registration tables this year are located at 700 Lake Ave. in the parking lot of The Ice Box where Krog Street and Lake Avenue intersect.
Event proceeds will go to Friends of Inman Park, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, to support the security patrol and improvement projects in Springvale Park.
By purchasing a ticket you agree to the following TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
a) The event is rain or shine and under no event will any refunds be given for any reason;
b) Ticket Holder is over the age of 21 and will supply photographic government-issued identification on the date of the Event during check-in, and as may be requested by any participating business;
c) Ticket Holder will not supply alcohol to anyone under the age of 21 while at the Event;
d) The Ticket Holder, on behalf of himself or herself, and on behalf of any minor accompanying Ticket Holder to the Event:
a. voluntarily assumes all risks incidental to the Event, including, without limitation, the risk of lost, stolen or damaged property, intoxication, alcohol poisoning, illness and personal injury, up to and including death, both while at the Event and after the Event;
b. waives, releases, and discharges the Event organizers and its agents, employees and contractors from any and all negligence and liability for Ticket Holder’s death, disability, personal injury, property damages, property theft or claims of any nature which may accrue to Ticket Holder as a direct or indirect result of Ticket Holder’s participation in the Event; and
c. agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Event organizers, their agents, volunteers, employees, contractors, participating businesses, the Atlanta Beltline, and any parents companies or governmental entities from and against any and all claims, suits, damages, and liabilities of any nature including all costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees, which in any manner result from Ticket Holder’s attendance and/or actions during this Event.
e) The organizers of the Event may use the Ticket Holder’s likeness taken in connection with the Event for all purposes without compensation of any kind;
f) Ticket Holder shall adhere to any additional event rules or regulations that apply
g) Unless required by a disability, Ticket Holder agrees not to use or ride on any motorized device (such as, but not limited to, e-scooters, Bird, Lime, Jump!, Wheels, etc.) while attending the Event.
FAQs
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Yes, to participate in the wine tasting you must be 21 and present valid ID at the registration table. Remember, no alcohol is permitted on the BeltLine so be sure to finish your wine before you walk to the next venue.
What are my transportation/parking options getting to the event?
There’s no parking designated for this event so please plan to walk, bike, ride share or take MARTA. The Inman Park/Reynoldstown MARTA station is 3/4 of a mile from guest registration. Exit the station on the Inman Park side and walk westward on Edgewood Avenue to Krog Street. Take a right on Krog. Walk one block down Krog and guest registration will be straight ahead.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Contact Eric Goldberg: ericgoldberg20@gmail.com or
Amy Higgins: ahigginsaia@gmail.com
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Yes, please send us an e-mail possible to let us know someone else will be using your ticket. Unwanted tickets can be advertised on the BeltLine Wine Stroll Facebook page.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
For quicker and easier check in, please bring your printed ticket or a digital copy on your smartphone. However, we will have a list of ticket holders at the registration tables just in case you leave your ticket at home.
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. CNN Center often has something cool going on! 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
Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com you might like:
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This Pop-Up, is the first of its kind and will consist of Pokemon inspired burgers, Pokemon Inspired games and cocktails.
This event is set for Saturday, 26 October 2019 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM EDT at Tavern Pointe in Atlanta.
PokeBar Atlanta: Everything you need to know
This unique bar will be sold on a first come first serve basis with tickets limited – to register your interest simply sign up in the box above for pre-release tickets.
All tickets include a Pokemon-inspired burger, one drink and the opportunity to win prizes.
Drink options: A Pokeman-inspired cocktail, beer, wine or non-alcoholic drink (non-alcoholic drink purchases get extra drink).
We will have games and prizes including pokemon trivia with everyone on the day joining different teams to compete for prizes
Please note: Minors must be accompanied by an adult
There will also be lots of prizes to be won for the best dressed!
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Black Restaurant Week comes to Atlanta Sept. 1 -15 to celebrate the diverse culinary excellence of chefs of color. Here’s what’s cooking in the kitchen.
Black Restaurant Week has hit several cities across the United States, and now it’s Atlanta’s turn.
Black Restaurant Week: Everything you need to know
The two-week event highlights the black culinary industry by using awareness and education events to stimulate growth of African American owned culinary businesses and farms across the United States.
Here are some of the can’t-miss events of Black Restaurant Week Atlanta:
Art of Flavor: Atlanta Pop Up Dinner 2019
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Earn, Paper Boy and the gang are returning to your TVs soon. Atlanta FX is going to begin filming in spring 2020.
FX announced recently that it was renewing the hit TV show for a fourth season. The show, which is basically about two cousins trying to make it in the music business, has exceeded expectations since its debut.
Atlanta FX to begin filming in spring 2020
The delay in production for Season 3 was largely pinned on Danny Glover, who had to deal with the loss of his father as well as movie commitments (“Solo” and “Lion King”).
Seasons 3 and 4 will film back to back, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Glover is an executive producer on the FX Productions show, which is also helmed by Hiro Murai, Paul Simms, Stephen Glover (Donald’s brother) and Dianne McGunigle.
The last season of the show won an Emmy and cemented its place in cable TV pantheon.
“With Atlanta Robbin’ Season, Donald and his collaborators elevated the series to even greater heights, building on the enormous success of their award-winning first season,” FX Networks and FX Productions programming president Nick Grad told media. “We’re grateful to the producers and our extraordinary cast and crew for achieving this level of excellence, and we share the excitement with our audience about the third season knowing they will continue to take us to unexpected and thrilling places.”
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A new hip-hop competition show that filmed in major cities, including Atlanta, is coming to a screen near you. The show, “Rhythm + Flow,” is hosted by Atlanta rapper Clifford “T.I.” Harris, Chance the Rapper and Cardi B.
Netflix has ordered 10 episodes of the show, which will debut on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019. That’s when the first three episodes will be available for streaming.
Netflix show Rhythm + Flow debuts Oct. 9
The following Wednesday, Oct. 16, another three episodes will air. Finally, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, the final three shows will stream.
Auditions for season 1 have ended, but if the show is picked up for season 2. This website will be how you audition.
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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Cardi B has lived in a Buckhead mansion for a short while with her husband, Offset, who is from Lawrenceville. Now the family has moved into another mansion in Atlanta.
Cardi B confirmed the move in a series of tweets about her success, critical acclaim and awards.
“On my album I showed different sides of me. From my intro talking about my pass.To living my best life inspiring people.Relationship songs while I was going thru my own relationship drama to shaking ass like Bodak & that ASS .Every song went platinum!”
She also said that she was dealing with pregnancy sickness while she was recording her album, which has yielded more hits to date than any other artist in 2019.
“I did it all while I was pregnant,” she tweeted. “Throwing up, drowsy,terrible colds and in a rush to finish it so I can start doing music videos before I started showing .I spend 24 hours for months sleeping on a couch with my pregnant depressed ass in a studio.”
She then shared that she was filled with anxiety about how fans would react to her pregnancy.
“I wasn’t even thinking of winning or even the Grammies. All I can think about was …everybody is disappointed in me, am I still going to have a career after this baby? Is this album going to make me or break me? I need to finish before I start showing.”
“All while I just separated from my long time manager,” she said. “I had to get my husband to talk to my label cause I never had a relationship with them so we all came together to relocate me to Atlanta and Miami to finish my album before my stomach start showing.”
She then revealed that Offset had to ask artists to give Cardi a feature on their song.
“When i kept seeing the certifications of the songs going gold or platinum I was so excited cause my husband was out here asking everybody for a feature on my behalf so the ones that said yes thank you from the bottom of my heart cause TRUST ME ALOT OF ARTIST SAID NO!”
When I won Nipsey said on a comment to me WHEN IS YOUR TIME IS YOUR TIME! Now when I speak to upcoming artist or people who ask me for advice I tell them the same thing ! WHEN IS YOUR TIME IS YOUR TIME and when it comes don’t let nobody take that special moment away from you !
— iamcardib (@iamcardib) August 28, 2019
She posted a couple other tweets, but suffice to say, she’s OK now.
Now, it’s true that Cardi B has homes in New York City and Los Angeles, but her main residence is in Atlanta.
Where Does Cardi B Live In Atlanta?
So you may be wondering where does Cardi B live in Atlanta? The rapper and entrepreneur lives in a spacious estate in the Buckhead district of the city. See photos of Cardi B’s mansion.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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Curlfest 2019 is coming to Atlanta this fall to celebrate fun, friendship and follicles. The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 21 at Candler Park.
The hair-centric event is the world’s largest natural beauty festival, and is coming to Atlanta for the very first time.
Curlfest 2019: Everything you need to know
Join hundreds of people as they discover the best beauty brands in the industry, shop the hottest fashion in the country, and celebrate the undeniable magic of women of color.
Curlfest 2019 will feature Beauty Row, where you can shop til you drop, the Empowerment Stage, where you’ll hear from inspiring voices pushing the culture forward, and the Vendor Marketplace, where you can discover the hottest fashion, accessories, home decor, art & more.
Where will Curlfest be held in Atlanta?
Curlfest 2019 will be held at Candler Park located at 585 Candler Park Drive NE Atlanta, GA 30307. Here is a map to help you find it.
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. CNN Center often has something cool going on! 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
Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com you might like:
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Movie mogul Tyler Perry reflected on his success recently when a sign on the interstate directing motorists to his studio went up.
The sign is at the Sylvan Road / Cleveland Avenue exit on I-85 in southwest Atlanta.
Tyler Perry Studios sign goes up on Atlanta interstate
Perry posted on Facebook about the sign, which he said reminded him of how far he’s come.
“Driving into work today I saw these signs on the highways being changed. My eyes filled with water knowing what God has allowed to happen in my life. Atlanta has truly been the promised land for me. I came here with nothing, lived off Sylvan Road, ended up homeless and starving, but I was always praying and believing. I was always keeping the faith, knowing that if I worked hard, did my absolute best, kept my integrity, honored every blessing, and remained grateful through it all that everything would work out. And it has, thank God.”
Music mogul Jermaine Dupri also praised Perry for the accomplishment, saying on Twitter, “This deserves to be posted twice cause I saw some stupid a** comments, this man was homeless, living in his car and now look at God,if this don’t inspire you to get up,get out and get something,I don’t know what will.”
Perry’s story is well known. He moved to Atlanta from New Orleans with only a dream. He put on a series of plays that turned into movies.
A couple years ago, he purchased more than 30 acres at Fort McPherson in southwest Atlanta. Today, that property is where Tyler Perry Studios is located. When the studio opened, the first movie to film there was “Black Panther.”
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