• BET Tales casting call in Atlanta

    BET’s Tales Casting In Atlanta For Season 3

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    Among Atlanta casting calls, BET’s Tales is hiring actors for Season 3 in metro Atlanta. Area talent is needed to film in the coming days in Atlanta.

    The new season will star several real personalities from the music world. Past episodes have featured stars like Rick Ross and others.

    BET’s Tales Filming In Atlanta

    Created by Irv Gotti, “Tales” is a drama series built around the best songs of the year. Season 2 starred Bella Thorne, Scarface, DeRay Davis, Grace Byers and more. 

    TALES … with BET promises to be even bigger and more entertaining than the first season. We had some incredible breakthroughs with season one, but fans should look for surprises and big guest appearances for season 2,” says Irv Gotti said. “We plan to give people even more hip-hop cultured TV.”

    Casting Call: Tales Season 3 Filming In Metro Atlanta

    Destination casting is casting paid background talent in Atlanta for Season 3 of BET Tales.

    Destination Casting is excited to announce we are accepting submissions for
    TALES SEASON 3! We are accepting submissions for paid, stand ins, background and featured talent to work as local hires in Atlanta GA area!

    Shoot Dates: 7/26/2021
    (subject to change)
    Location: Atlanta GA area
    (Some locations may be outside of the perimeter. Must work as a local hire.)
    Background Rate: SEE BELOW (Overtime after 8 hours of work)

    All talent must take a Covid-19 Testing Date: 48 hours prior to work date!
    Testing pre-employment bump: $20
    (paid on work day)

    WE ARE CURRENTLY CASTING THE FOLLOWING NON-SPEAKING ROLES…

    1. MEDIA & CAMERA”MEN”
    Any ethnicity Males & Females
    Appears Ages: 18+
    Clean cut looks! No visible tattoos!
    Rate: $80/8+ot
    Covid-19 Testing: 7/21 & 7/23
    Use Subject: “MEDIA 7/26”

    2. SHERIFF OFFICERS
    Any ethnicity Males & Females
    Appears Ages: 18+
    Clean cut looks! No visible tattoos!
    Rate: $80/8+ot
    Covid-19 Testing: 7/21 & 7/23
    Use Subject: “OFFICER 7/26”

    TO BE CONSDIERED YOU MUST:
    1. HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATON
    (SOME LOCATIONS WILL NOT BE WITHIN THE PERIMETER)
    2. BE ABLE TO WORK AS A LOCAL HIRE
    (HOUSING & TRAVEL IS NOT PROVIDED)
    3. TEST ON SET BOTH SCHEDULED DATES
    (OUTSIDE TESTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED)
    4. HAVE VALID ID TO WORK IN THE U.S.
    (YOU WILL HAVE TO COMPLETE FEDERAL PAYROLL PAPERWORK)

    WE ARE CURRENTLY CASTING THE FOLLOWING BACKGROUND ROLES:

    1. RESTAURANT PATRONS
    All ethnicities male & female
    Upscale & trendy looks!
    Appears Ages: 20-50
    SUBJECT: RESTAURANT

    2. WAITERS
    All ethnicity males & females
    Appears Ages: 25-35
    MUST have black slacks & white button down!
    SUBJECT: WAITER

    3. LAIDES OF THE NIGHT
    All ethnicity females
    Appears Ages: 20-40
    Slim fit body types!
    MUST be comfortable in fitted sexy attire!
    SUBJECT: LADIES

    4. JOHNS
    All ethnicity males
    Appears Ages: 30-60
    MUST be comfortable acting as you are picking up a “lady of the night”
    SUBJECT: JOHN

    Inside The Making Of BET’s Tales

    Final Word

    There’s no doubt that Atlanta has become the top movie-making mecca in recent years. Also, 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 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.

    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.

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  • Parking lot concert Atlanta

    Atlanta Parking Lot Concert This Weekend: A Town Bash

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    If you want to support Atlanta’s rap scene, the A Town Bash parking lot concert is happening on Saturday, April 3, 2021. The music begins at 6 p.m. and will take place in Atlanta.

    The rappers have a ton of local and national hits you’re going to love to hear. Some artists you can expect to see are:

    • Lil Scrappy
    • Mykko Montana
    • OJ Da Juiceman
    • Roscoe Dash
    • DJ Unk

    There will also be several other artists, so it will be a family affair.

    A Town Bash

    A town Bash is happening in Atlanta

    What Is A Parking Lot Concert?

    Due to the coronavirus pandemic, regular concerts aren’t feasible right now. Thus, the need for a new concept — parking lot concerts — was born.

    According to the site, a PLC (Parking Lot Concert) is a concert series that promotes social distancing by requiring that visitors experience the show from the safety of their vehicle.

    Where Is The Parking Lot Concert Going To Be Held?

    A Town Bash has not revealed the location of the parking lot concert, but it has to be huge. Expected crowds are likely to be somewhere in the 1,000-2,000 range.

    How To Buy Tickets

    You can buy tickets to the Parking Lot Concert here.

    Want To Know What Else Is Going On In Atlanta?

    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. 

    Hungry? Check out one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta, and there are plenty others. If you like barbecue, see our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants.

    As for eateries below I-20, these Southside Atlanta restaurants have developed quite a following.

    The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s  food and drink scene, which has seen a bar explosion in recent years.

    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.

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  • Sundance Film Festival tickets for 2021 in Atlanta

    Sundance Film Festival Starts This Week

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    As we previously reported, Atlanta is one of the cities chosen as a satellite screen for the Sundance Film Festival 2021. That means Atlanta tickets are available.

     The Sundance Film Festival kicks off on Thursday, January 28 and runs through Wednesday, February 3, 2021.

    Sundance Film Festival 2021 Kicks Off

    The films coming to Atlanta will be presented at The Plaza Theatre (1049 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30306) screening both Indoors and at the Drive-In and at Dad’s Garage Drive-In (569 Ezzard St SE, Atlanta, GA, 30312). The selections playing in Atlanta, along with their screening locations, showtimes and ticket purchase options, can be found here.
     
    As a movie mecca, Georgia is no stranger to the big lights of film production and great films.
     But as one of Sundance’s satellite locations, things are about to heat up!

    How To Get A Ticket To The Sundance Film Festival 2021

    ATLFS and The Plaza Theatre have announced that ticket to the Sundance Film Festival in Atlanta are now available. That’s the only way you’ll be able to enjoy the amazing selection of film programming playing locally this year.

    Tickets to individual screenings can be bought at atlantasundancesatellite.eventive.org.

    Reserve your tickets soon to avoid missing out. Are you an ATLFS member? Use your ATLFS membership to receive 20% off tickets.

    As part of the deal, the Atlanta Film Society will be able to co-create and present Sundance programming to the local market.
     
    “With the pandemic changing the landscape and format of film festivals globally, it was no surprise to learn that one of the most respected and recognized film festivals in the world, the Sundance Film Festival, had come up with an innovative plan to meet audiences where they are for their 2021 event,” said Christopher Escobar, Executive Director of the Atlanta Film Society
     
    In addition to the Sundance Film Festival partnership, the Atlanta Film Society will present the 45th annual Atlanta Film Festival from April 22 – May 2, 2021.

    Sundance Satellite Schedule

    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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  • Johnny's Chicken & Waffles opens in College Park, Georgia

    Here’s What’s On The Menu At Ne-Yo & Karli Redd’s Johnny’s Chicken And Waffles

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    Are you a fan of chicken & waffles? Of course you are! Atlanta celebrities Ne-Yo and wife, Chef Crystal Smith, along with reality TV star Karlie Redd have teamed up to open a new restaurant in College Park: Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles.

    The eatery opened its doors in December 2020, creating yet another food destination along College Park’s Main Street corridor.

    Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles serves breakfast around the clock. The 85-seat eatery will close between 3 to 4 p.m. each day, but will be open throughout the night and day.

    “Ne-Yo and I aim to make everyone feel at home at Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles, and you never know who you’ll see dining alongside you,” Johnny’s Chicken & Waffle co-partner Karlie Redd says in a statement.

    The eatery is also a vehicle for Smith, who is an accomplished celebrity chef.

    The restaurant, which is currently hiring, features a takeout counter, booths, tables, high tops and bar seating.

    What’s On The Menu At Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles

    [ngg src=”galleries” ids=”16″ display=”basic_slideshow”]Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles also serves pies baked fresh daily and a selection of café goods.

    Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles’ guests can enjoy a menu that allows them to customize their chicken and waffles nearly anyway they like. That includes:

    • Mix-and-Match Proteins
    • Plain or Bacon-Flavored Waffles
    • Sweet and Savory Sauces
    • More Add-On Sides

    Some menu standouts include Cheddar Drop Biscuits with whipped honey butter and strawberry preserves; Hot Skillet Cobbler desserts in apple or peach served with vanilla bean ice cream and salted caramel drizzle; Saints & Sinners Brioche French Toast Log served with either bacon, sunny side eggs and crispy garlic potatoes or berries, whipped topping and chocolate sauce; and The Mac Attack Chicken Sandwich with crispy chicken breast, creamy mac & cheese.

    Where Is Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles Located?

    Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles is located at 3725 Main Street, College Park, GA 30337. Here is a map to help you find it.

    “Anyone who appreciates music will love the ambiance we created in our dining room, with awards and plaques from Ne-Yo, myself and some of our closest friends,” Karlie Redd says. “Who doesn’t love some amazing chicken and waffles, while listening to some amazing music! We hope to see you if you’re in College Park.”

    Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles joins a vaunted list of the best chicken and waffle restaurants around Atlanta.

    Don’t miss our list of the best black restaurants in Atlanta, and there are plenty others. If you like barbecue, see our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants.

    As for eateries below I-20, these Southside Atlanta restaurants have developed quite a following.

    The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.

    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.

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  • smart ways to spend your stimulus money

    5 Smart Ways To Spend Your Stimulus Money

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    After a lot of infighting, Congress has finally approved a second stimulus payment for $600 to most Americans.

    Now, $600 is not really a lot of money. We could waste it really fast if we’re not careful. So, that’s why we need to use it wisely. Here are some ways to spend your stimulus money.

    Smart Ways To Spend Your Stimulus Money

    Hopefully, we can get $2,000 in stimulus payments, which President Biden is in favor of. Because this proposal has yet to gain steam in Congress, the thing to do right now is to save as much money as you can. Here are some ways to do that:

    1. Start An Emergency Fund

    If you don’t have an emergency fund, you should consider starting one. An emergency fund doesn’t have to be a huge amount of money.

    What it needs to do is cover a certain amount of months for when times get rough. Target two to three months for now and see how it goes.

    2. Pay Off Your Debts

    If one thing is certain in all this, it’s that you need to have as much capital as you can. If you’re in debt from credit cards or late payments, you can put the stimulus money to good use.

    Pay off your debts from the largest bill to the smallest. This way, you’ll escape those large interest payments that cost way more than the original balance.

    3. Open A Savings Account

    When great way to save money is by opening a savings account. Here’s how to go about it: Look for banks that have savings accounts with attractive APR, annual percentage rate, or interest rate stated in yearly terms. 

    The better your APR, the more money your savings account can generate.

    4. Invest It In Your 401(K)

    If you don’t know, a 401(K) is an employer-supplied retirement account. Typically, your job will match your contributions.

    If you have some extra money hanging around (like a stimulus check) you could choose to add this money into your 401(K). This is an attractive option because your 401(k) is TAX FREE!

    So all the money you put there won’t be taxed until, hopefully, it has multiplied through the years and you can live on it. Learn more about a 401(k) here.

    5. Donate It

    There are many charities that are looking for money right now. If you’re a foodie, you could choose to give to restaurant workers who are having a hard time.

    The local hair salon industry is another segment that is accepting donations.

    You also could simply give some of the money to people you know personally, whether they be friends or family. The point is to just give!

    Up Next: When Is The Second Stimulus Check Coming?

    Second Stimulus Check Is Passed: Here’s What You Get


    If you’re looking for more ways to save money, here are some resources you should know about.

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  • Home renovation reality TV show in Atlanta

    Now Casting In Atlanta: Casting Home Renovation Show

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    Are you looking to buy a home in metro Atlanta? There’s a new reality TV show that is casting for people and families who are in the homebuying process.
     
    The show is being produced for a major home network for people looking to find homes in their dream neighborhood.
     
    Once selected, you’ll be paired with a real estate agent and contractor to guide you through the process. The show is being put on by 51 Minds Entertainment.
     
    Here is what they’re looking for.
    • People who have recently bought or looking to buy a home in metro Atlanta.
    • Home seekers interested in someone to teach them how to build instant home equity.
    • Home seekers who are open to finding homes that need renovations.

    Here’s How To Apply:

    Email 51MindsCasting2020@gmail.com and include the following:
    • ‘Name
    • Contact info
    • Five photos of yourself and family
    • Your house budget
    • Your top five home must-haves
    • Your desired neighborhoods
    To be selected, you must be at least 21 years of age, among other eligibility requirements.
     
    If you’ve recently purchased your dream home, you’re still eligible, just email your story to 51MindsCasting2020@gmail.com.
     
    Home renovation TV sho0w casting call in Atlanta
     
    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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  • Chicken Out: Atlanta restaurant

    New Takeout Concept Chicken Out Opens In Atlanta

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    Are you a fan of chicken? Chicken Out, a new delivery-only concept , has opened in West Midtown and is serving yard bird any way you want it: Fried, baked, BBQ, etc.

    Chef Nick Leahy is the man behind the eatery, which is primed for pandemic dining. The eatery is open for delivery from 3 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays.

    You can order Chicken Out from the various delivery options in Atlanta:

    Chicken Out joins Atlanta’s many storied chicken establishments, but this one is unique in that it’s not trying to do anything but serve you some good food. And it’s good.

    What’s On The Menu At Chicken Out?

    If you want to know what’s on the menu at Chicken Out, it’s chicken, of course! Selections include Half or Whole Roasted Bird, Crispy Chicken Sandwich and Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings.

    Sauces that you can get on your wings include:

    • Hot & sour
    • Honey-habanero
    • Classic buffalo (regular or hot)
    • Garlic & chili butter
    • Spicy BBQ
    • Jamaican jerk
    • Green curry
    Chicken Out opens in Atlanta

    The best restaurants on the Beltline all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.

    The ATL has other cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.

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  • Georgia Bulldogs 2023 Football schedule, home games and away games and opponents

    Georgia Football Schedule 2020: Dates, Times, Locations, Results

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    The Georgia Bulldogs begin the 2020 season with some major questions on an uneven playing field in more ways than one. Not only has COVID-19 severely limited the number of games, fans and everything else, but the Dawgs have some holes to fill.

    If you’re looking for a place to watch UGA games, these bars have the big screen TVs and great food you need.

    Last year, Georgia won the SEC East behind strong performances from the signal caller and defense. This year, the competition — an all-SEC affair — will be stiffer.

    2020 Georgia Football Schedule: Opponents And Games

    Georgia Football 2020 Schedule

    DateOpponent / ScoreTimeTickets Information
    Saturday, Sept. 26Arkansas -- 37-104 p.m.From $78
    Saturday, Oct. 3Auburn -- 27-67:30 p.m.From $279
    Saturday, Oct 10Tennessee -- 44-213:30 p.m.From $197
    Saturday, Oct. 17Alabama -- 24-418 p.m.From $303
    Saturday, Oct. 24KentuckyNoonFrom $125
    Saturday, Nov. 7Florida3:30 p.m.
    Saturday, Nov. 14MissouriTBDFrom $172
    Saturday, Nov. 21Mississippi StateTBDFrom $204
    Saturday, Nov. 28South CarolinaTBDFrom $137
    Saturday, Dec. 5VanderbiltTBDFrom $171

    Here is the Georgia 2020 football schedule. It opens in a PDF and you can download it o you can keep it handy.

    Let’s hope Head Coach Kirby Smart can bring home a championship!

    Where Can I Watch Georgia Games?

    Best Atlanta Sports Bars To Watch College Football
    Photo credit: Yardhouse (The Battery) / Facebook

    If you want to find a good spot to watch Georgia, Georgia Tech, Georgia State and other college football, here are the best sports bars in Atlanta.

    Read More on Atlantafi.com’s Sports Page:

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  • Taste Of Atlanta: Date, Time, Info

    Taste Of Atlanta 2020: Date, Time, Info

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    The Taste of Atlanta is set to take place Friday, October 18 through Sunday, October 20, 2019 in Midtown Atlanta. The event will be held at Historic Fourth Ward Park.

    The award-winning food event will feature the best of Atlanta’s craft beer, wine and spirits.

    Taste of Atlanta 2020: Everything You Need To Know

    The Taste of Atlanta will showcase the local restaurant scene, featuring restaurants as well as on-stage cooking demos, cooking classes and new this year, Food Districts, a more expansive VIP Experience and a Saturday night concert. Here’s what’s in store:

    Opening Night Party: October 16

    Friday kicks off with the Opening Night Party hosted by a top Atlanta chef. The music and food tastings will go from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

    Main Tasting Events (October 17 & 18)

    Bringing together chefs from neighborhoods across Atlanta and representing dozens of cuisines, Taste of Atlanta will serve as a destination to try bites from restaurants all in one place. 

    The main festival will also include live cooking demonstrations from chefs,taste talks, and cooking classes. Make sure you sign up for free cooking classes.

    Food Districts

    Taste of Atlanta will also feature Food Districts that specialize in a dish- or location-specific cuisine from that particular area. Here are the Food Districts that will be included:

    • Brunch All Day
    • Buford Highway
    • Tailgating

    Bartending Competition

    There will also be a bartending competition that shows the best drink pourers who demonstrate mastery of a spirit, timely submissions, presentation skills, media/ collaboration skills, and volume batching.

    VIP Experience

    The Taste of Atlanta’s VIP Experience provides access to an all-inclusive festival area with tastings from around a dozen select restaurants and pours from craft beer, wine and cocktail makers.

    VIP ticket holders can access the General Admission area of the festival and will also receive a post-event tasting list from restaurants enjoyed in all areas of the festival.

    How To Get Tickets To Taste of Atlanta

    Ready for the Taste of Atlanta? Tickets are on sale now for Friday’s Opening Night Party and Saturday and Sunday’s main tasting events. Guests are encouraged to buy early.

    This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city.
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  • Boone's restaurant on Bobby Jones Golf Course in Atlanta

    Boone’s Restaurant Opens At Bobby Jones Golf Course In Atlanta

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    A new Atlanta restaurant has opened at the Bobby Jones Golf Course, which recently underwent a major renovation. Boone’s restaurant is set to open its doors in early September, AtlantaFi.com has learned.

    The new eatery offers patrons upscale American cuisine against the lush backdrop of the golf course green.

    Executive chef Austin Rocconi says in a press release that, “We will push the envelope for what we can do with upscale casual. We’re not going to be a fine-dining restaurant but will bring the same level of service and variety with our wine and food in a very casual atmosphere.”

    Inside the eatery will be a veranda, miniature driving range and other golf-inspired activities.

    What’s On The Menu At Boone’s Restaurant?

    Rocconi says you can expect a “melting pot” when it comes to the cuisine served at Boone’s. That includes food that embraces the Southern palette as well as that of Latin America and even France.

    Where Is Boone’s Located?

    Boone’s restaurant is located at the Bobby Jones Golf Course inside the Murray Golf House. The address is 2205 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30305.

    If you want to check out some other food spots in the area, here are the best restaurants in Buckhead. Or you might like to read our Buckhead Steak Guide to find all the best eateries offering mouth-watering prime cuts.

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