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Many a fan has questioned the vocal abilities of Atlanta’s R&B king, Usher Raymond. Over the last few years especially, he’s had to take comparisons from artists with much less experience, range, and let’s face it, dancing ability.
But Usher put all that to rest with the recent release of his Tiny Desk performance on NPR. Singing several of his hits in a small library, the team at NPR was able to get the best out of the “Superstar” singer.
NPR made sure to roll out the red carpet for Usher and his team, showcasing him as the climax to an entire month of black music.
Here Are The Songs Usher Sung On NPR’s Tiny Desk
SET LIST
- “You Make Me Wanna…”
- “Superstar”
- “U Don’t Have to Call”
- “Nice & Slow”
- “Confessions Part II”
- “My Way”
MUSICIANS
- Usher: vocals
- Eric Bellinger: vocals
- Vedo: vocals
- Dmitry Gorodetsky: bass
- Lemar Guillary: trombone
- Brandyn Phillips: trumpet
- Jay Flat: saxophone
- Darek Cobbs: keys
- Erick Walls: guitar
- Ryan Carr: drums
Usher looked like he enjoyed the mini-concert as much as the fans, often grinning while hitting his sweet falsetto notes.
Usher & Eric Bellinger going crazy with the high notes during the Tiny Desk concert pic.twitter.com/CdwdwJ70Ps
— 2Cool2Blog (@2cooI2blog) June 30, 2022
On social media, fans were shocked to be reconnected to many of the lyrics they had evidently grown up listening to.
And as for a Verzuz contest, fans were quick to point out that Usher would do away with the competition.
You gotta be INSANE to willingly do a #Verzuz against Usher cause ain’t nobody out singing him. pic.twitter.com/lYYlZTrij4
— MBali 💫 (@TheJessieWoo) June 30, 2022
NPR has been doing Tiny Desk concerts since 2008, but they have recently exploded in popularity thanks to the platform releasing new episodes of the video series.
Watch Usher’s Tiny Desk Performance
Usher’s concert is not the first time an Atlanta artist did his thing on NPR. If you remember, Big Boi from Outkast also rocked out on his Tiny Desk performance.
Final Word
Atlanta is the home of a lot of great music and great artists. From the So So Def roster to the R&B empire built by Laface, good music has long been a hallmark of the ATL.
If you like to have a good time on the dance floor or while listening to music, Atlanta has something for everyone. Check out the top live music venues around the city as well as best comedy clubs.If you’re into spoken word, you’ll love these poetry spots in Atlanta. Don’t forget to hit up the top clubs in Atlanta throughout the week end weekend. -
Who doesn’t love free stuff? Atlanta, Georgia is an expensive city, but there are plenty things you can do that cost you no money at all.Piedmont Park, Atlanta History Center, Ponce City Market, etc: There are so many FREE things to do in Atlanta even if you only have one day.It doesn’t matter if you’re in town for a weekend or visiting Atlanta for a whole week, there are tons of free things to do in Atlanta — but you have to know where to look!Here Are 50+ FREE Things To Do In Atlanta
In this list, I”m going to show you some of the everyday-free things to do in Atlanta — from visiting museums, landmarks and notable restaurants to taking tours, events, entertainment, places to eat and lots more.A lot of these places are family-friendly so feel free to bring the kids!Castleberry Hill Art Stroll
Come out to the Castleberry Hill Art Stroll on every second Friday for a self-guided tour of art galleries from established artists. On many nights, you can also enjoy light bites and wine.
Centennial Olympic Park
Photo credit: Youtube.com The largest park in downtown Atlanta, Centennial Olympic Park was birthed for the 1996 Olympics. The park now hosts private events, concerts and is full of serene walking paths and water gardens. During the warm months, bring the kids out to enjoy the Fountain of Rings. Come out at night or on the weekends to see the stars illuminate the site. 265 Park Avenue West, Atlanta, GA 30313.
Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark
PHoto credit: Youtube In one of the most heavily revitalized areas of Midtown Atlanta, Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark still remains a best kept secret of sorts. Situated across the street from Ponce City Market on North Avenue, Fourth Ward Skatepark has turned into a great spot for wedding photos, food truck festivals and of course, skating.Krog Street Market
Conveniently situated just feet from the Beltline in Inman Park, Krog Street Market is the city’s second-most successful project. The market sits on nine acres and feagures 12,000 square feet of anchor restaurants like Superica, a renown beer and wine store and all kinds of cool restaurants and pop-up shops.Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
Photo credit: Yotuube.com Ebenezer Baptist Church, continues to thrive. 450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312.Oakland Cemetery
Photo credit: youtube.com Perhaps the most entertaining cemetery in the nation, Oakland Cemetery is more than a memorial place, it’s a who’s who of Atlanta and Georgia’s dearly departed. Who knew that being in a graveyard could be so fun and exciting? The 1850s-era site has voice-recorded tours of Atlanta’s most notable people as well as Confederate veterans and famous African-Americans. 248 Oakland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312.
Piedmont Park
photo credit: youtube.com The city’s preeminent park, Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta is the perfect place to job, walk or just chill on the green grass. The park has a pristine pond, a huge running track, sprawling jogging paths, basketball courts, dog parks and more. The real treat is spending the day strolling through this bucolic oasis in the middle of Atlanta and admiring the many dogwood trees, crepe murtles and azaleas planted throughout. Not only is it refreshing for the mind, but it continues to be one of many fun things to do in the city’s largest greenspace. 400 Park Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30306.Silver Comet Trail
The Silver Comet Trail is a bucolic path that can be followed all the way to Alabama. The Silver Comet Trial spans three Georgia counties, beginning in Smyrna and running through Cobb, Paulding and Polk counties.The trail joins with Alabama’s Chief Ladiga Trail at the state line.SkyView Atlanta
Photo credit: youtube.com Yep, ATL has a ferris wheel. The 20-story Skyview Atlanta ferris wheel has gondolas that are air-conditioned and roomy. If you want to get into truly fun things to do in Atlanta, this is one of them. Take a ride to see a bird’s eye view of downtown and Centennial Park. 168 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Underground Atlanta
Photo credit: Youtube.com Contrary to popular belief, Underground Atlanta is far from dead. The site in the center of downtown Atlanta used to be a bustling mall and marketplace, but it has recently been sold. Drive downtown or take MARTA to visit shops, eat at cool dining shops and take a tour of the city’s true shopping & entertainment center. 50 Upper Alabama St, Atlanta, GA 30303.Woodruff Park
Photo credit: Youtube.com Few green spaces have the visibility of Woodruff Park, located along the city’s spine of Peachtree Street. The park located in the center of Georgia’s financial center, downtown Atlanta and Georgia State University has fountains, sculptures, a famous chess court and a pavilion. What makes it a fun thing to do is the beautiful and peaceful contrast it provides to the concrete jungle around it. You’ll love the serenity of hearing and looking at the water fountain do its thing. 91 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Yoga in the park
Get your zen on for free with yoga in the park at Om Wellness Lounge in Jonesboro. The free yoga is located at 3359 Jodeco Rd suite f, Jonesboro, GA 30236.
When it comes to finding fun things to do in Atlanta, the city’s sprawling metro area has plenty of more places to see, visit and experience. You may be in the mood for some good home cookin’ — and if you are, here are some top soul food places in Atlanta.
If you want to see more free events in Atlanta, festivals in the city’s parks and other venues are your best bet. Here are some of the top Atlanta festivals that are FREE:
Take A Segway Tour
Want to see the city up-close block by block? Book a segway and electric car tour. ATL-Cruzers Electric Car & Segway Tours offers 90-minute guided tours around downtown and midtown Atlanta.
Shoot The Hooch
If you want to enjoy the most famous waters of Atlanta, that would be the Chattahoochee River. Shoot the Hooch allows you to go tubing, rafting and kayaking down the river.
Shop At Your Local Farmers Market
Fresh fruit and vegetables shouldn’t be a novelty in your kitchen. Make sure you stop by your local farmer’s market and support it by buying the items you need.
Here are the best farmers markets in Atlanta.
Visit Arabia Mountain
If natural scenic beauty is your thing, Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area is a great place to visit. There are plenty of trails to hike and mountains to explore.
Silver Comet Trail
Have you ever been to the Silver Comet Trail? If not, make this the weekend you do it. You can walk or run the trail or rent a bicycle with Comet Trail Cycles.
Atlanta Brunch Festival
The Atlanta Brunch Festival kicks off March 7, 2020 from 12 to 4 p.m. at Atlantic Station in Midtown. Come enjoy live bands, food from some of the most awesome local eateries, drinks and more.
Bloody Mary Festival
The Bloody Mary Festival on March 15 will showcase ATL’s most creative and innovative Bloody Marys, created by the finest restaurants and bars around. Also includes yummy food and drink tastes from local companies, temp tattoos, and much more.
As the weather warms, these events will usher in patio season in Atlanta. Here are the Atlanta spring festivals:
Brookhaven Beer Fest
There’s going to be live music, food and suds at the Brookhaven Beer Fest, which takes place usually in April at Brookhaven Park. This is a 21+ event. No dogs allowed.
Atlanta Spring Wine Festival
The Atlanta Spring Wine Festival is set for Saturday, April 11, 2020 in Midtown. The festival will take place from 1 to 5 pm at Historic 4th Ward Park. Get the details.
Georgia Renaissance Festival
The Georgia Renaissance Festival kicks off for several weeks between April and June. The schedule is typically from 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day. Admission is $20-$24; $10-$12 ages 6-12, free for ages 5 and younger. 6905 Virlyn B. Smith Road, Fairburn.
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival starts anew at Piedmont Park in Midtown. Hours will be Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19. Get details.
Atlanta Grilled Cheese Festival
The Atlanta Grilled Cheese Festival kicks off April 18, 2020 from 12 to 6 p.m. at Atlantic Station in Midtown (1380 Atlantic Drive NW), Pinnacle Lot. Come enjoy live bands, food from some of the most awesome local eateries, drinks and more. Tickets are on sale.
Sweetwater 420 Festival
The Sweetwater 420 Festival is going down at Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta. Buy tickets here.
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
Photo credit: Twitter/@ATLFoodAndWine The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival will be held Thursday, May 30 to Sunday, June 2 in Midtown. Now in its ninth year, the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival will feature more than 150 of the best chefs, mixologists and culinary experts in the Southeast. Buy tickets here.
Atlanta has no shortage of green spaces. These beautiful parks are part of Atlanta’s natural canopy and are FREE to enjoy.
Visit Any Of The Best Atlanta Parks
So, you can see that finding great park space is no biggie in Atlanta, and yet, many Atlanta parks have their own features, dynamics and geography. Whether you’re looking for a place to just chill and relax or trying to find a place for your kids to play, you’ll find that the best Atlanta parks have a little of both.
So, which Atlanta parks are the best? Well, how about we rely on the many voices found on the internet to answer that question? AtlantaFi has compiled numerous comments from various sites to get their take on the best Atlanta parks you can find.
Perkerson Park
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Perkerson Park, located at 770 Deckner Ave SW Atlanta, is a 50-acre park in the Capitol View/Sylvan Hills neighborhoods. It has a basketball half-court just past its entrance, but up the path on a plateau about 200 yards away is a full court basketball court. There’s also a kids’ playground, a recreational fields, a jogging track and frisbee tournament grounds.
South Atlanta Park
Located at Gammon St SE, South Atlanta Park opens at 8 a.m. daily. One Google reviewer said this about South Atlanta Park: “I normally love coming to this park but lately it feels like maintenance has been lacking. This used to be one of my favorite places to come- don’t get me wrong- still is an amazing park. Just wished it was a bit cleaner and up kept.”
South Bend Park
South Bend Park, one of the south side’s signature parks, is located at 1955 Compton Dr SE Atlanta.
Here’s what one Google reviewer said: “The trail is very nice but the park itself is a bit sketchy. A lot of homeless make the covered areas their residence. The playground, and all play areas for that matter, could use a good pressure washing. The baseball field looks nice but no rec sports are offered by this park. There’s no public engagement from the city at this park. Which is unfortunate because our community needs it! Maybe a burger/hot dog day in exchange for the community to come out and clean up the park while meeting the neighbors. Just a thought.”
Centennial Olympic
Park Centennial Olympic Park is the best Atlanta park for tourists, business travelers and children.Right in the middle of downtown, 21-acre Centennial Olympic Park was built for the 1996 Olympics and has a number of features left over from the Games, including the water gardens & the Fountain of Rings..Here’s what a Google reviewer said about the park. “What an aesthetically incredible park!
Centennial Olympic Park located in Downtown Atlanta fascinated me so much that we(my family & I)ended up spending more than an hour here appreciating the Fall Foliage and clicking tonnes of pictures.
The Fountain of Rings, The Bronze Arch statue and the Statue of The founder of Olympic Committee are the predominant Charms of the park.”Emma Millican Park
View this post on Instagram#cleanup #cleaningupthepark #emmamillicanpark #trash #grabber #volunteering
Emma Millican Park, located in Capital View Manor neighoborhood just off Metropolitan Parkway in southwest Atlanta, is a relatively small park built for families, picnics and shade tree chillin’.
Here’s what one Google reviewer said: “Perfect place for a 1 year old grandson to take his grandpa to wear him out so grandpa will sleep well that night. All of it is clean and in great shape. We go several times each week.”
Grant Park
Grant Park, adjacent to its namesake neighborhood, is the oldest city park in Atlanta and is known for its sprawling green space. The park is a favorite of eastsiders, many of whom live in the Victorian homes that surround the park.
One Google reviewer said: “Much nicer than it was in the 90s. Yes, it has been that long since I have been there. The Farmer’s Market that runs 9 to 1 most Sundays is great. Less produce and more local artisans with cheese, meats, soaps, bread and on like that. We were there to walk our dogs, but the market was nice. We had wood fired pizza, scones, donuts, coffee, and iced tea. There is produce, but not many. Maybe in warmer months there is more.”
D.H. Stanton Park
View this post on InstagramD.H. Stanton Park has some pretty trails as well as a baseball park. Located at 213 Haygood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315, Stanton Park is located around some of the oldest neighborhoods in southwest Atlanta.
One Google reviewer said this: “Wow! Such a nice playground for kids. Splash pad, rubber Hill area, seating, the works! Use Martin Street address when getting directions from MAPS. If you use Haygood address you will end up on a dead end on a tight Street you don’t want to be on! Didn’t give it 5 stars because there is limited shaded area that is subject to being taken over for a birthday party and no off-street parking.”
Historic Fourth Ward
Park Historic Fourth Ward Park has been revitalized in recent years, making it a favorite green space in Midtown Atlanta. The 17-acre park has a skate park, amphitheater and is adjacent to the Beltline.One Google reviewer said this: “It was a chill place where you could just walk and catch up with a friend. There’s water park nearby for the little ones and a pond where ducks sometimes come to play. It’s a really nice spot to get in tune with nature a bit.”Avery Park (The
Gilbert House) Avery Park, where the Gilbert House is located, sits on a civil war site that has been turned into a tourist gathering spot in southwest Atlanta.
“The Gilbert house is a historical Civil War Revenant one of the few homes surviving the burning of Atlanta the house was saved by local who put the fire out years later in the mid-60s the house was restored and now acts as a spool the grounds are very attractive and large lots of shade trees and the home itself is very handsome,” one Google reviewer said. “Excellent artifact from the 1800s in the Civil War Gilbert house if you’d like to see a piece of History.”
Springvale Park
Springvale Park is located in the Inman Park neighborhood in Midtown Atlanta. Located at 889 Euclid Ave NE, Springvale Park is a best-kept secret in the city.
Here’s what one Google reviewer had to say: “Cute little Park tucked away in the Inman Park neighborhood. Has a stream that is really cute for taking pictures.”
Pittman Park
Pittman Park is a recreational mecca for the neighborhoods around Garibaldi Street in southwest Atlanta. PIttman Park has a basketball ball court, a recreation field, a tennis court, a pool and more.
One Google reviewer said: “It is a good park the have cheerleading, football, basketball, and track. You will really love it.”
Howell Park
Howell Park is one of the best parks in Atlanta’s West End area. Located at 983 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Howell Park is a great place to get some fresh air or read a book.
Here’s what one Google reviewer said: “This park needs a facelift…. Things are slowly being added to improve the serviceability of the park but the city should do more to push the junkies and the drunks that frequent the park somewhere else.”
Orange Park
James Orange Park at 1305 Oakland Ln SW has been a family gathering spot for Oakland City residents for years.
“Nice park,” one reviewer said. “Well maintained. Upgraded pool. Not very busy. Nice gazebo for parties and reunions. Surrounding areas is a little questionable.”
Hurt Park
View this post on InstagramHurt Park in downtown Atlanta is a favorite green space near the city’s financial district as well as Georgia State University. Since the main homeless shelter closed in 2017, Hurt Park has been a primary place for homeless people.
Here’s what a reviewer said: “This is a historic park in the area of Edgewood Ave. At this park you will see college students, professional people, people playing board games etc. However, homeless individuals gather here too. Our ministerial group passed out Pre-Thanksgiving dishes to the homeless.”
Boulevard Crossing
Park Boulevard Crossing Park is located at 500 Englewood Ave SE and is a main soccer training field for youths. With two multi-use fields and immaculate landscaping, Boulevard Crossing Park is primed for recreational sports play.Here’s what one reviewer said: “I liked that they had trash cans and picnic tables. The field isn’t completely flat but definitely good enough for most ground sports. They should get recycle bins.”Atlanta Memorial Park
Atlanta Memorial Park is a great place to run, jog or walk. With multiple tennis courts, the park is well-designed for athletic play. It also has a golf course, playgrounds and trails.
Here’s how a Google reviewer described it: “Great park for trail walking. Dogs are allowed as long as they are on leash. Beautiful wooded trails with multiple loops/ routes for different distances. A lot of different wildlife can be seen, from deer to owls. Very popular for runners and walkers. Has a pond and streams. The pond can be fished. Great family spot.”
Woodruff Park
Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta is a beautiful park a short distance from Underground Atlanta just off Peachtree Street. It’s nothing to see scores of people in the park due to GSU students milling about in the pavilion as well as homeless people congregating there to play or watch chess games.
One Google reviewer said: “I love coming to this place. There are two different areas to choose from depending on the size of your dog or what tots you’d like to have available for them to play with. People here are always friendly and nice and even bad weather can’t spoil the fun of bringing out your pet to play!”
Cabbagetown Park
Cabbagetown Park is a major green space in its namesake neighborhood. While it’s not a large park, it packs a punch with a children’s playground, sculptures and plenty of room to run around.
“Cool neighborhood park,” one reviewer said. “Perfect for a quiet afternoon of reading or chilling with kids/dogs. The sitting area under the big tree is very shaded for those hot days. Walk over to Sweet Cheats for coffee and something sweet.”
Maddox Park
Situated on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway, Maddox Park is a hot location due to its inclusion in the Beltline designs. Want easy access? Maddox Park is conveniently located across from the Bankhead MARTA Station.
Here’s what one reviewer said: “With the train station being literally at the park, the industrial ambiance is quite relaxing, if you ask me. The Marta train station is located across the street. Thankfully, a pavilion is close in distance to cool off at & is perfect for hosting parties. The basketball court is gated and filled with great street players. There is also a gated pool with a kiddie umbrella water area. The only thing I dislike is the lack of parking spaces in front of the parks community building.”
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!
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.
Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com:
- Check out these FREE events in Atlanta
- Feeling adventurous? Here are some outdoorsy things to do in ATL
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Who doesn’t enjoy having a nice time and not spending a lot of money? Rising prices don’t have to translate into going broke to have a good time when you’re in the city. If you’re thinking about going on a date in Atlanta, it’s even better when it’s affordable!
What Can You Do For A Cheap Date In Atlanta?
Let’s look at some of the best cheap date ideas you can do in Atlanta.
Rendezvous At The Library
You’d be surprised how romantic it could be to lose yourself among the thousands of books inside your local library. Why not pick a day and time and get together to read the best of Hemingway, Alice Walker and other great authors?
Choose a branch of the Fulton County Public Library System.
Check Out a Sports Game
Photo by Jep Gambardella: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-woman-in-orange-blouse-looking-at-her-date-5083581/ The Falcons and Hawks are two of the hottest tickets in town. If you can’t get inside the game, don’t sweat it. Go to a sports bar instead. It will be much cheaper!
Here are some great sports bars in Atlanta.
Explore Your Local Farmer’s Market
Another cheap and fun time can be had at your local farmer’s market. Just think of the delicious foods you can try as you ripen your relationship aisle after aisle with deep, insightful conversation.
Here are the best farmer’s markets in Atlanta.
Do A Game Night
What’s better than Monopoly or a good game of Spades at the house? The conversation will be great and you can’t beat the price.
Game night can also be a great time to try some made-from-scratch recipes you’ve been starving to make.
Go On A Picnic
Atlanta has some really beautiful parks. Take advantage of the scenery by finding a cute spot in the shade and bringing some food stuffs for a modest picnic. Here are the best parks in Atlanta.
Go Walking Or Jogging
Related to that, why don’t you go on a jog or walk together? Atlanta has some great parks that would make excellent gathering sites to get to know each other and make up some literal ground at the same time.Make It A Museum Night
Photo credit: Keegan Checks via Pexel.com Atlanta’s museums are not like some of the storied ones on the East Coast, but don’t sleep on them. Fernbank’s After Dark series is a must for grown folks. Some other Atlanta museums you’ll enjoy are:
Are museums a vibe? If so, check these Atlanta landmarks out.
Final Word
As you can see, going out on the town doesn’t have to break the bank. There are so many things to get into once you decide to save money on your activities.
Looking for something to do in the city? What To See And Do In Atlanta.
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Porsha Williams, the Atlanta entrepreneur and mother, who came to fame on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta, says she reached a breaking point not long ago that she’s just now able to talk about.
When she burst onto the reality TV scene in 2012, Williams said she didn’t know that with the spotlight came a lot of scrutiny and judgment. A high-profile divorce and many on-set fights put her in a light she sometimes didn’t want to be in. Then she suffered a miscarriage.
“With the platform of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, you really don’t understand the magnitude of what you’re a part of. Everything I say matters. There are a lot of people listening, a lot of young girls and a lot of women,” she was quoted as saying in Forbes. “And once the realization came to me about the power I had, I decided to start speaking about fibroids. And speaking about suffering with fibroids over the years, I couldn’t not talk about the miscarriage because the fibroids caused my miscarriage.”
Williams, whose grandfather is the late Hosea Williams, a prominent civil rights activist who marched with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and paved a courageous and illustrious reputation as a freedom fighter in his own right, says she has learned through the years to value who she is.
Mental health has become a hot-button topic in recent years. Even the White House has moved to come up with a strategy to combat behaviorial issues that affect us all. Porsha says she’s learned to concentrate on herself.
“Whenever I wake up in the morning and feel those lows, I immediately prioritize Porsha,” she told the publication.
“I bet you thought I was going to say my daughter, but I prioritize myself. I will stop my morning, I don’t care what else is going on. I take it as a health emergency and I will stay in the bed, I will go in the bathtub, I will cry it out. I prioritize myself, because when I can be the best that I can be, then I can be that person for someone else. I can be the best mommy to Pilar. I don’t feel like it’s selfish at all to prioritize my mental health above everything. This is how I’ve pulled myself through depression through the years.”
Now a successful businesswoman, Williams has poured herself into entrepreneurship, launching several businesses.Don’t miss her new book coming on November, 30 2022 The Pursuit of Porsha.As a local celeb, Williams is not the only reality TV star making boss moves.Want to know what’s happening 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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Talk about too hot for TV: Former Real Housewives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes recently filed a formal complaint against the show and Executive Producer Andy Cohen.
According to documents, which were filed on April 20, 2022, Leakes names NBCUniversal and production companies True Entertainment and Truly Original as defendants.
NeNe Leakes Alleges Systemic Racism In Lawsuit
A lot of the allegations go back to the initial seasons when Kim Zolciak-Biermann was a cast member on the show.
“From the day the series began filming, NeNe was the target of systemic racism from co-star Kim Zolciak-Biermann, which was tolerated by Bravo executive producer Andy Cohen and other executives,” Leakes’ attorney David deRubertis said in a written statement.
“The goals are to stop discriminating against black women,” Leakes told a TMZ reporter. “That’s the goal.”
Leakes said that she wanted to file the lawsuit a few years ago, but that she felt retaliated against.
Fam, we don’t know how this one is going to end up, but we know that Leakes has support from many of her friends.
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Are you involved in a relationship “entanglement,” and don’t know where to go? There are plenty of discreet places to go around Atlanta, Georgia.
If you want to lay low and catch up with an old friend in a public place or enjoy an outdoors event in the city, these are places where “grown folks” go in Atlanta.
5 Fun Places To Go In Atlanta When You’re Being Discreet
This article is going to show you some of the top places to enjoy an entanglement away from the big lights and fanfare.
Ponce City Market
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
Photo credit: AtlantaFi.com One of the greatest food halls in America, Ponce City Market is a feast for the senses for food lovers. Numerous shops catering to coffee, candy, wines, beer, and more are all here. Go to the rooftop to take in more of the city’s skyline while enjoying the taps at the two restaurants situated up there.
The Beltline After Dark
The Atlanta Beltline on the Eastside Trail comes alive at night, but not on the trail itself. You can find various restaurants that are bustling with people, things to do and things to eat…
Where To Grab Food In Atlanta At Night
Photo credit: Noah Buscher / Unsplash If you’ve missed the lunch specials and are down for some dinner, nighttime Atlanta has some solid food options. Here are some of the best places for a late-night meal or a bite in the early evening.
2 Urban Licks
820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
This Midtown Atlanta restaurant has live music on most nights and has a dark and cozy atmosphere that makes it one of the most chic spots in the city. Check out the menu.
Cascade Springs Nature Preserve
2852 Cascade Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311 (404) 546-6744
Relatively few people know about Atlanta’s Cascade Springs Nature Preserve. The spot has a waterfall, trails and a moss-covered trees with lush green leaves.
There is also historical relics from the Civil War battle of Utoy Creek and much more.
Atlanta Prison Farm
1420 Key Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
The defunct Atlanta Prison Farm was at one time a 300-acre development that saw its hey day during the Jim Crow era of the South. The prison, which closed in 1995, now is an abandoned fossil of what it once was and the city is content to leave it that way.
18+ And Over: Where Grown Folks Go In Atlanta
Tongue & Groove – Lindbergh 565 Main St NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 Rose Bar Lounge 3115 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 Graveyard Tavern – East Atlanta 1245 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 Kimball House 303 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA 3003 MF Sushi – Midtown Suite K, 299 North Highland Avenue Northeast Suite K, Atlanta, GA 30307 The Loft 925 Bowen St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Luxuria 15 W Peachtree Pl NW, Atlanta, GA 30308 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.
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:
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Among the treasures that screened at the Atlanta Film Festival was She Keeps Me, a short directed by Erica Orofino.
The film won Best Canadian Short (2022) at the Pendance film festival in Toronto and is currently making the rounds in the festival circuit.
She Keeps Me Screens At Atlanta Film Festival
She Keeps Me is about a woman, Alessandra (Rachel Daganais), who acts as the caretaker for her sister Lena (Katarina Keca), who struggles with mental illness. While Alessandra tries to be there for her sister, the film captures the nearly helpless position caretakers find themselves in when there’s little to no support.
We were able to talk to Orofino about the film as well as how she started in the business. Below is an edited transcript of our interview.
Where are you originally from and how did you get into filmmaking?I was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec but have been living in Toronto, Ontario for 10 years now. I went to film school at York University and started working in production after I graduated. I’ve always known directing is what I wanted to do, though, and I started directing films in 2016.“She Keeps Me” is an awesome short. What motivated you to tackle mental illness as the subject matter?Thank you! I’m really interested in stories about mental illness; it’s something that’s affected me my whole life, as someone who has both lived with it and also been in a caretaker role. I think stories like this bring people together, and make people feel seen.What message do you think a caretaker for someone suffering from mental illness can take from the film?I don’t know if there’s a direct message, I think what the film is saying to caretakers is “I see you, you’re not alone, I know it’s hard, and there is no right or wrong way.”As an art form, what advantages would you say filmmaking has over other forms like music or visual art?Filmmaking engages all the senses! I guess other than taste or smell or touch. But the best films can even make you physically feel things, and engage those senses too.What’s next for you as a director?I have two shorts in post-production right now, and I’m doing lots of music videos, I have another short drama I’m hopefully doing in the fall. So much going on! Lots of good things.(End of interview.)The Atlanta Film Festival was a truly refreshing experience and I highly recommend it. Missed out on the fun see the full recap here.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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If you’re looking for something fun to do in Buckhead on a Sunday, there’s only one choice when it comes to great food, upscale atmosphere and outdoor dining. Gypsy Kitchen has a new Sunday series strictly for the food and drink crowd.
Gypsy Kitchen has long been one of Buckhead’s coolest restaurants, now with the warmer weather, the eatery kicked off its Sunday series in April.
Gypsy Kitchen Kicks Off Under the Mediterranean Sun
The restaurant’s theme for the event is “Under the Mediterranean Sun,” which features a celebration of Moroccan-inspired foods and beverages.
When Does Under the Mediterranean Sun Begin?
Under the Mediterranean Sun will begin each Sunday at 12 noon. At 4:30 p.m., you’ll be treated to live music from a flamenco guitarist.
Where Is Gypsy Kitchen Located?
Gypsy Kitchen ATL is located at 3035 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305. Here’s a map to help you find it.
What Else Is There To Do On A Sunday In Atlanta?
Glad you asked! Atlanta has a bevy of fun events, parties and cool things to get into on Sundays.
See our full list of Sunday activities here.
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We’ve been blessed with another trailer from the team at Atlanta FX as the show readies its return to the screen.
When Does Atlanta Season 3 Come Out?
The show’s third season premieres on March 24, 2022 on FX. Lead star Donald Glover, Zazie Beetz, Brian Tyree Henry, and Lakeith Stanfield are all back.Glover, a native of Atlanta suburb Stone Mountain, is ready to show the world the Seasons 3 and 4 of Atlanta on FX, but also for the show to end. He recently told panelists at a Television Critics Association virtual session that the Season 4 will be the show’s last season.Donald Glover Says Atlanta Will End After Season 4
“To be honest, I wanted to end it after season 2,” Glover said, cracking a smile, “and I think we had talked about that for a minute,” Glover continued. “Death is natural … I feel like when the conditions are right for something, they happen, and when the conditions aren’t right for it, they don’t happen. I don’t feel any sort of longevity. I feel like the story was always supposed to be what it was, and the story, it really was us. Everybody in that writers’ room, everybody on set, it really was what we were going through and what we talked about, and that’s the only way I like to make things. I think it ends perfectly.”
His comments mean the characters of Earn Marks, Alfred “Paper Boi” Miles (Brian Tyree Henry) and the gang are coming to an end.
Of course, the all-star cast, including Glover, have plenty of other projects in the works. Glover’s deal with Amazon wasn’t a factor, he stressed.
“And Amazon didn’t have anything to do with that,” he said. “We had been planning that for a while. I’ve done television now for almost two decades, so I’m just, like, I like things ending.”
Not since Season 2’s “Robbin’ Season” has the anticipation for Atlanta been so intense.
Atlanta Seasons 3 and 4 were shot in succession like “part one and two,” according to the network’s president, who has taken every opportunity to brag on the show.
Filming locations are reportedly set around Atlanta and parts of Europe, including London.
The show’s popularity is centered on Glover, who is a manager and promoter for his cousin, an aspiring rapper.
What Is Atlanta FX About?
it has become TV-making lore that Glover pitched the head of FX on a whole other show than what we recognize now as Atlanta.If you’ve never watch Atlanta FX, you may be wondering what it’s about. The show is based on the interactions between two close cousins and their mutual friend in Atlanta, Georgia.Earn (Glover) is a down-on-his-luck father who is trying to mend his relationship with his baby’s mother. He’s terrible at keeping a job so he agrees to manage the fledging rap career of his cousin Alfred (Brian Tyree Henry), who raps under the stage name “Paper Boi”.That’s a lot going on, but if you add Darius (Lakeith Stanfield) in the mix, the hijinks commence.Final Word
For those in America, Atlanta FX is available on two streaming services: Hulu and Amazon Prime Video. Here’s how to watch Atlanta FX.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.
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.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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Want to appear in a high-stakes drama on national TV? Season 6 of Bounce TV’s Saints & Sinners is currently casting for talent in the coming days in Atlanta.
Casting producers are looking to fill several roles with prominent screen time.
The filming takes place the third week of December. Here are the Atlanta casting call details.
Saints And Sinners Casting Call
Destination Casting is excited to announce we are accepting submissions for paid, stand ins, background and featured talent to work as local hires in the Atlanta GA area!
NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING FEATURED & BACKGROUND TALENT…
MUST BE ABLE TO TEST TOMORROW BEFORE 9PM
Destination Casting is excited to announce we are accepting submissions for paid, stand ins, background and featured talent to work as local hires in the Atlanta GA area!
NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING BACKGROUND…
SECURITY & POLICE
Any ethnicity Males
Fit body types
No big beards or long hair
Appears Ages: 20-50
SUBJECT: POLICE 2/1
Rate: 135/12+OT
-Paid in the form of check from production’s payroll
-Must have valid identification to work in the US
-Will complete a digital voucher via Everyset
Shoot Dates: TUESDAY 2/1
-Dates subject to change / be added
Shoot Location: ATLANTA, GA (AREA)
-Some locations may be outside of perimeter or not on Marta/bus line
MANDATORY COVID-19 TESTING: MUST TEST 1/30 BEFORE 9PM!
-MUST test with Production 48HRS prior to start date
Testing Bump: +$20 (paid on work day)
-Can submit an outside test taken early
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. 3 CLEAR CURRENT PHOTOS
-NO filters/hats/sunglasses/other people
-1 full body facing forward & 1 at least chest up
-No professional photos
-Must be current hair & facial hair
-MUST be a jpeg no pdf or word document
7.VACCINATION STATUS
SEND TO:
SSMExtrasCasting@gmail.com
*Serious inquires only. Please only submit if you have full open availability
*Please only submit ONE TIME using all subjects you are submitting for.
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Final Word
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