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The weather is going to be perfect this weekend and that means there’s no better time than to visit the animals and Zoo Atlanta for Brew At The Zoo.
On Saturday, May 26, you can sip while you observe some of the most beautiful wildlife on the planet. While you indulge, take in the sights and local music knowing that your ticket supports conservation efforts to protect the species and their habitats.
More than 70 brews and wines will be on site including Abita, Ballast Point, Bold Rock, Crispin, Cherry Point Brewing and many more.
VIP early entry – 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. • Main Event – 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Beer and Wine sampling begins at 4:30 p.m. for VIP patrons and 5:30 p.m. for general admission while supplies last.
Bars service will end at 9:30 p.m.
There will be several tasting locations, as well as live music and entertainment, located throughout the Zoo.
Food will be sold for additional fees. There will be a non-alcoholic tasting station available for no additional charge.Atlanta’s favorite Memorial Day weekend festival tradition returns for another year! Have a brew, save the planet.
Brew at the Zoo is open to guests ages 21 and up; guests under 21 will not be admitted. Zoo Atlanta animals need their beauty sleep as well! Be sure to arrive before dusk, when most animals will head in for bedtime, and select bars will close
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Julie Martin is the Agency Director for BMG Models & Talent, Atlanta. BMG is a full service model and talent agency providing premium service to its talent and esteemed clients. Begun in 1992, BMG has grown to represent over 1400 working talent globally, with locations in Chicago, Los Angeles, Orlando, Miami and New York. At BMG Model & Talent we’re passionate about what we do, and it shows.
This is a great opportunity to learn about the above industry leader, Q. & A., network with fellow artist, and gain more knowledge about what the “DFAS Way” is.
- What? Industry Talk w/ Agency Director: JULIE MARTIN
- When? SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2018, 1:00pm – 2:00pm (1 hour)
- Where? DFAS ATLANTA
135 Nassau Street
2nd Floor
Atlanta, GA 30303
- How to attend? RSVP here to reserve your seat.
- Justin Felder and Louis Stancil utilizes their portfolio and experience to assist upcoming actors and actresses with their expertise of the TV/Film industry. The first acting studio was established in 2010 in Hollywood, California by Dustin Felder. The second was established in New York, New York in 2017. The expansion continues to Atlanta with business partner, Louis Stancil in 2017.
Bring a pen and notepad to take notes. Please arrive in a timely manner. Seating is limited and first come, first served.
All levels welcome. Bring a friend.
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Arts at Oakland returns for the year with Golden Hour, presented by Dashboard U.S.
Celebrate at the opening party on Saturday May 19 of Oakland Cemetery’s first outdoor exhibition, Golden Hour, and its eleven installations by an impressive lineup of local and regional artists who have created site-specific works, including sound, light, and mixed media installations to reflect on the theme: The Golden Hour.
Oakland Cemetery’s Announces First-Ever Art Exhibition: ‘Golden Hour’
Join us for Golden Hour’s opening party on Saturday May 19th. In addition to the rare opportunity to explore Oakland after dark, throughout the evening you’ll be able to interact with the installations during the golden hour (sunset 8:34 p.m.), enjoy performances by DJ Ree De La Vega and cellist Okorie Johnson, hang out at the Golden Hour cafe with local food trucks and bars selling some of ATL’s finest food and beverages (including Old Fourth Distillery’s Golden Hour cocktail made with Old Fourth’s Oakland Gin).
Upgrade to a VIP ticket to attend a private VIP opening with Dashboard U.S. guest curator Oshun Layne and participating artists from 5:00-6:30 p.m., get 10% off purchases of Golden Hour prints; and access to an open bar (from 5:00-6:30 p.m.) and VIP lounge with air-conditioned inside restrooms throughout the evening. VIPs also get 25% off framing at Frame This when you show your ticket.
Ticket Prices:- Advanced General Admission: $15
- Seniors, and School and College Students: $10
- General Admission at the Gate: $20
- Seniors, School and College Students at the Gate: $15
- VIP: $50
Participating artists include Khalilah Birdsong, InKyoung Chun, Ben Coleman, Paula Cuevas, Henry Detweiler, Sara Jimenez, Eto Otitigbe, Plastic Aztecs, Ruth Stanford, Justin Rabid-eau, and Karen Tauches. Their works will be installed throughout Oakland’s Original Six Acres, North Public Grounds, Jewish Flat, and African American Grounds.
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If you look like the girl next door, HBO producers may be looking for you to film some scenes in a new pilot on May 10 in Atlanta.
“Brooklyn” is a period piece set in the 1880s Old West. Not much else is known about the production, which is to say that HBO has kept it under wraps for good reason.
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.
None the less, they are looking for a number of white women to play Western types. See the casting call below for details.
Brooklyn – HBO Pilot Seeks White Women For Scenes
Seeking Caucasian women
Must have natural-colored hair
No fake nails / no modern haircuts
Thin Framed – Weathered character face
Tanned skin is great
Age 55 and over (older the better)Rate: 75/8
Fitting Rate: 19/2
Location: ATL Area – TBD
Date: May 10th
Fitting required May 7thIf you fit the above description and are available then please email Prep@RoseLockeCasting.com
Include current pics (including a selfie holding a piece a paper with todays date), age, ht, wt, and all contact info.Subject: Western Women
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Join this hands-on workshop to finally understand how to create strong characters and illustrate them with appeal! Work side-by-side with the award-winning creative team of the comic series “Kamikaze!”. Learn the formula they used to successfully back two Kickstarters, and keep them as Featured Guests at conventions like DragonCon, Momocon, AWA, Seishuncon, and more.Sat, May 5, 2018
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT
TOPICS COVERED– Step-by-step guide to creating characters people pay to see!– Story arcs that address your characters wants, needs, & secrets– Injecting personality without overloading design– Story-driven visual design– Amateur mistakes that subconsciously cause creators to fail– How to make characters for a livingADMISSION$49.95 General Admission.My Animation Life
1372 Peachtree Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30309
PARKINGFREE parking is available for all guests. The building is called WeWork. It is black and yellow, and the main parking lot is on the right of it. A map of the parking location is posted in the comment section.WHAT TO BRING– Sketch books and drawing materials. General art supplies will be provided for attendees who come without them.– DO NOT bring wet media items like paint.– Optional: business cards and artist portfolioPERKS– The mini-guide to “Creating Strong Characters” will be given to all attendees.– Free Beverages: hot coffee & cold brew coffee, tea, and kombucha.– Snacks will be provided.ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS – https://kamikazeanimated.com
Carrie Tupper is the head writer behind the award-winning series Kamikaze. She has also written for the website Mary Sue and is writing the animation chapter in the upcoming book “Hollywood Heroines.” Previously, had previous creative experience with Nickelodeon, various charities, and games.Havana Nguyen is the Lead Character Artist and Designer for Kamikaze. She’s a UX Designer by day, has written for UX Planet and UX Design Collective, has a Youtube channel where she shares career advice, and helps co-organize panels and workshops in Atlanta.Together, they have spent 5 years building up Kamikaze, successfully funded 2 Kickstarters, and have reached over a million views. They enjoy traveling to conventions to do panels and help other creators.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ: Is this event “kid friendly”?A: Yes! Let us give your child more self-confidence in their ability to create strong characters.CONTACTPlease direct all questions to Contact@MyAnimationLife.com or call (929) 269-5433. -
Metro Atlanta will be in full fiesta in the coming days as local Cinco De Mayo celebrations kick off in various locations. The day observes the date of the Mexico’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War in 1862.
If you want to be all healthy and stuff, you can participate in a race for a good cause. The event is sponsored by Tin LIzzy’s and costs $30 per runner. The race will take place at:
330 Town Center Ave
Suwanee, GA US 30024Run for the Chips and Cheese at Jeff & Jenn Show’s 5Queso 5K
The Jeff & Jenn Show, Star 94.1, and Tin Lizzy’s are inviting people to run this 3.1 mile Peachtree Road Race qualifier course with a common goal in mind… tortilla chips, melted cheese, and margaritas.
The race starts at 8:30 am Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Suwanee Town Center Park — 330 Town Center Ave, Suwanee, GA 30024. Sign up here.
The Jeff & Jenn Show’s 5Queso 5K will kick off a full day of live music, great food and fun at Suwanee Town Center Park, as Star 94.1 hosts Woofstock, the 15th annual Pet Party. All señors and señoritas, bring your sombrero, salt, and a lime along with your pup to this dog-friendly race.
Awards will go to the top runners in all age groups — and you’ll get a signature race T-shirt.
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Latin-American fusion restaurant Blue Cantina opened its doors in East Atlanta last week on April 19, 2018.
The eatery has risen anew after its old location near downtown Atlanta was razed after the balcony collapsed in 2017. Because they’re in rebuilding mode, the restaurant is hiring for a number of positions.
The new site at 1242 Glenwood Ave SE is more airy and offers room to grow if that’s necessary. The menu favorites are all there, including the Braised Beef Tacos, TLC Tacos and Latin Fusion Wings.
Here’s what the restaurant says about itself online: “Blending traditional Mexican flavors with a slightly southern twist, BLU Cantina boasts a modern decor to indulge the senses. No matter your seat, you’re guaranteed an epicurean experience of endless measure destined to leave you wanting more.”
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Artz Eatz and Beatz takes place this weekend, Saturday, April 14 in Atlanta. The event, which began as a vehicle to help, educate and to bring awareness to breast cancer and to help fund the research for a cure, is in third year.The event organizer says this about the cause: “I recently lost the love of my life to breast cancer and wanted to do something to continue the effort in fighting this disease. We both loved art, we both loved food and we both loved music, so Artz Eatz and Beatz was born.”Artz Eatz and Beatz Set For April 14 In Atlanta
The event will be at AC Hotel by Mariott Atlanta from 7 to 10 pm.Anderson Smith is witness to the harshness of cancer. This event is about his journey into despair, and how he found a way out. Artz Eatz & Beatz was created as a catalyst to change how we think about cancer. It is a celebration for the survivors and in memory of those who did not make it.Come out and enjoy art by local artist Anderson Smith, Carmen Ashley Rice, Amber Langford Amy Radar, Pati Krohngold and Kim Chesney. Also small bites as well as signature tequila drinks provided by Real Azul Tequila. The Beatz will be spinning by acclaimed DJ Dack Patrick providing great music all night. The AC Hotel Downtown is hosting this amazing event. -
ATL Tech Gives Back, a day-long event characterized by social good facilitated by the city’s technology community, is set for Thursday, April 12. The event will be powered by Cox Enterprises and hosted by startup firm Hypepotamus, and social service platform Community Bucket.
The quarterly event allows hundreds of volunteers to donate their time and energy to up to four different service projects run by nonprofits — Park Pride, Global Growers, MedShareor the Wylde Center.
ATL Tech Gives Back Set For Thursday, April 12
“At Cox, we are committed to building a better future for the next generation,” Cox Enterprises Corporate Responsibility Manager Ty Hodge said in a statement. “ATL Tech Gives Back is one way we partner with local startups and technology companies to improve the community and the lives of those who, like us, call Atlanta home.”
“As we enter into our second year of Tech Gives Back events, we’ve been thrilled by the overwhelming response from the Atlanta startup and tech community,” said Jacey Lucus, Community Bucket’s Board President. “From our presenting sponsor, Cox Enterprises, to additional sponsors and partners, to our enthusiastic volunteer participants, everyone involved has shown up 100 percent to make Tech Gives Back an impactful event and truly make a demonstrable change for these nonprofits.”
The schedule for the day is as follows:
- Volunteers meet at service project location: 12:45 p.m.
- Service project: 1-4 p.m.
- Social gathering at The Brass Tap: 4:30-6 p.m.
ATL Tech Gives Back tickets are $10 and include admission and supplies for a volunteer project, food and drinks, as well as a T-shirt, and an additional donation to the partner nonprofits. Teams made up of 15 or more people can get a 10 percent discount by emailing projects@communitybucket.com.
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The Atlanta Improv Battle is a 27 team competition where the audience decides the winners each night. The Tournament lasts several weeks culminating in the Atlanta Improv Festival on April 5-7. There we will crown this year’s champion and winner of the $1,000 grand prize.
April 5-7: Village Theater’s Atlanta Improv Festival
2 escaped convicts find themselves trapped in a donut shop just before shift change at a nearby Police Station. What happens next? You can (possibly) find out at any one of the 27 improv shows during Village Theater’s Atlanta Improv Festival, running April 5th through the 7!
Tickets and passes are available below.
THURSDAY
MAIN STAGE
8:00pm
9:00pm
10:00pm
11:00pm
PARTY – Karaoke with Allen
BLACK BOX
7:30pm
Battle Match 16Unprepared vs. Behind The Scenes vs. Slice Of Life
8:45pm
Battle Match 17Underdogs vs. Legend vs. Co-Workers
10:00pm
Battle Match 18Big Poppa vs. Overly Dramatic Crescendo vs. Js On My Feet
11:05pm
Battle Match 19Gamey Bullshit vs. Two Worms vs.Freddy, Sara, and Andrew have a Dance Party
FRIDAY
MAIN STAGE
7:00pm
8:00pm
9:00pm
10:00pm
11:00pm
BLACK BOX
7:30pm
8:30pm
9:45pm