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Conversations with Contemporary Artists: Ralph Gibson
Tuesday November 10, 1992 07:00 PM EST
Photographer Ralph Gibson, long considered one of the most influential and singular photographic talents of his generation, will discuss his work on view in the Quartet: Photographs by Ralph Gibson exhibition.
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A1A Band, Party on the Moon, Miss America, Ashton Shepherd
Friday July 4, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
No description provided
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Prayers for World Peace
Sunday July 6, 2008 07:30 PM EDT
Morehouse College
Cost: No Info
Pray for an end to violence and for world peace. In the Martin Luther King Jr. Chapel library.
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Valhalla
Sunday July 27, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
7 Stages Theatre
Cost: $15-$22
Paul Rudnick’s comedic fantasy play. Part of the Essential Theatre Power Plays Festival.
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Disappearing Black Neighborhoods
Wednesday July 30, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
A new photography exhibit by members of Sistagraphy. The exhibit highlights the changing landscapes of communities in Atlanta, New Orleans and Jackson.
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Million Father March Atlanta Pre-Mixer
Saturday August 9, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Carpe Diem
Cost: Free
Markel Hutchins will be the guest speaker, as part of the back to school program.
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High Museum 2008 Event - Street Life: American Photographs from the 1960s and ’70s
Sunday August 10, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: $18
Arts Agenda
An addition to the permanent collection feat. documentary photography and photo essays by Garry Winogrand, Susan Meiselas, Danny Lyon and Dennis Carlyle Darling exploring the distinctive fringes of mainstream culture.
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New Black
Friday August 15, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
StudioSwan llc
Cost: No Info
An exhibition of emerging African-American artists. Opening reception Sat., July 26, 5 p.m.
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Downtown Decatur Market
Saturday August 16, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Downtown Decatur Market
Cost: Free
Artist market with fine arts and crafts and organic produce.
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Coffee and Connections
Wednesday August 20, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
A new networking experience. Topic will be How to turn your company into a profitable high-growth business, with speaker Leon Goodrum, President and CEO of Goodrum Enterprises.
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Adventures Far And Near
Thursday August 21, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Exhibition in newly decorated gallery/chapel with paintings by artist Mikki Root Dillon.
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German Bierfest
Saturday August 23, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Woodruff Park
Cost: No Info
Celebrate German beer by learning about it, talking with others who love it and, of course, drinking it. Francisco Vidal Band will be performing.
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Greenwoodstock
Saturday August 23, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Tenth annual outdoor musical festival to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in Virginia Highland. Local bands, Sweetwater beer, food and refreshments.
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The Legacy of Black Entrepreneurship
Monday August 25, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Meeting of the National Black MBA Association. Hear from people carrying the torch of their family businesses.
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Small Business Success Basics Seminar
Tuesday August 26, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Georgia International Convention Center
Cost: $100
Learn the secrets to success in business from some of Atlanta’s top business owners and executives.
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Spiral Entertainment’s College Football Beercathalon
Thursday August 28, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
There is no bigger reason to celebrate on a Thursday other than the return of college football. There will be beer pong, flip cup and cornhole tournaments with prizes.
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Downtown and Midtown Restaurant Week
Saturday August 30, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Restaurant Week offers affordable indulgence at the best restaurants in Midtown and Downtown Atlanta. The meal features an appetizer, main course and dessert for one low price.
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Atlanta Caribfest 2008
Saturday August 30, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
The annual Caribfest is the biggest Caribbean event of the year, featuring reggae and soca artists. An all-day event.
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Summer Classic Car Open House
Saturday August 30, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Fraser Dante Ltd
Cost: Free.
Family-friendly venues with free refreshments and a tour of more than 50 vehicles.
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Splash n’ Save
Sunday August 31, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Cost: $12.00
Visitors can buy one ticket at regular price and get another free by presenting a coupon available on the garden’s website.
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Corks and Forks Festival
Sunday August 31, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Grant Park
Cost: $35-$45
The Grant Park Summer Shade Festival is proud to announce the return of Corks and Forks, a fine food and wine event. Featuring scrumptious dishes prepared by Atlanta’s top chefs.
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Drive-Invasion
Sunday August 31, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Starlight Drive-In Theatre and Flea Market
Cost: No Info
Look under the hood of hot-rods, watch B” movies and cult classics
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Mountain Marketplace Heritage Festival
Sunday August 31, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Mountain arts and crafts, music, food and many other traditions of the North Georgia mountains are in store for the two-day festival.
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Atlanta Caribbean Jerk Festival
Sunday August 31, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Buck Godfrey/Panthersville Stadium
Cost: $10-$12
The third annual Caribbean Jerk Festival and Family Fun Day features the celebration of Caribbean food, music and drinks. Also featuring live reggae and calypso performances.
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Grant Park Summer Shade Festival
Sunday August 31, 2008 12:00 AM EDT
Grant Park
Cost: No Info
The sixth annual event featuring an artists’ market, wine and food booths, top-billed local bands, and family activities.
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