Things to do in Atlanta

Atlanta family has been parading for St. Patrick’s for 55 years
Mike Riordan has been participating in the parade since 1973 when he was, in the vernacular, wee. Thirty family members, plus friends ride or walk alongside his float.

Many music genres will be breezing across metro Atlanta this spring
Guide to spring music in Atlanta: Atlanta Jazz Fest, Sweetwater 420 Music Fest are signposts of a season that brings classical, klezmer, indie rock, pop and more to the city.

What the Live Nation antitrust settlement means for Georgia concertgoers
Live Nation, which is the most dominant entity in Atlanta’s live events industry, reached a settlement in its antitrust lawsuit.

‘Scooby-Doo’ live action series set to shoot in Atlanta
Netflix will be shooting a live-action “Scooby-Doo” TV series in Atlanta starting tentatively in April, according to a notice sent to members of a local union.
How Atlanta’s Renaissance Orchestra went viral for remixing classical music
The group, which blends classical music with R&B, pop and rap hits, comes to Atlanta this weekend at Buckhead Theatre.

Peter Van Sant of ‘48 Hours’ digs into Atlanta burn pile murder via podcast
The six-episode "Blood is Thicker: The Farris Wheel" podcast covers the murder of Gary “Big Daddy” Farris, whose bones were found on a burn pile on his property.

Dining with children: What to know, even at kid-friendly restaurants
Industry insiders, from family restaurants to omakase counters, share the etiquette that helps everyone — including children, parents, staff and other diners — enjoy the meal.

3 fun new Atlanta watering holes with surprising depth
Brief reviews of Buddy Buddy, Close Company and the Westwood.
8 Atlanta pop-ups you can’t miss this week
We highlight Filipino microbakers, Oklahoma-style smashburgers and Southern meets Afro-Asian flavors, among other pop-ups.
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Antique details and contemporary art mix effortlessly in Charleston home
Gallerist Tyler Rollins fills a traditional Charleston home with contemporary Asian art.

What Atlanta Magazine’s new top editor plans for the storied publication
Allison Entrekin, a longtime Atlanta journalist, has been named editor-in-chief of Atlanta Magazine.
‘Heated Rivalry’ sparks Atlantans to connect over queer romance novels
"Heated Rivalry," HBO Max's hit hockey romance series, is sparking Atlantans to connect over queer romance novels. Authors of these books are feeling the love, too.

Why Galentine’s Day is good for your health. (No, really!)
Science shows strong friendships boost mental and physical well-being. Discover how to celebrate your besties in Atlanta, from wellness activities to nightlife happenings.

Get sent into space via Atlanta’s newest VR immersive experience
The latest immersive VR experience in Atlanta replicates what it's like to be on the International Space Station.

Rough Draft Atlanta to consolidate local newspapers under one brand
The consolidation will save the company roughly the same amount of money as a salaried reporter position, which will be reinvested back into its reporting.

Nashville lawyer goes bold in her new-build Bordeaux home
Cynthia Lee’s embrace of color, art and personal touches transformed a blank space into a maximalist vision.

Office tower, apartments proposed for Church at Wieuca property
The new development, which has been dubbed 3600 Peachtree, will stretch across 2.4 acres and calls for street-level food and beverage space.

CBS Atlanta to launch morning newscast. Here’s what to know.
Filling the 6 a.m. hour, the “CBS News Atlanta Mornings” newscast will feature community-focused reporting and a seven-day forecast.

Refining a lifetime of design in a Chattanooga home
Carter Kay’s 1951 cottage home is a testament to mastering scale and color when decorating a smaller space.





