Things to do in Atlanta

Atlanta music couple stays in tune by making art happen
Meet Atlantans Paul and Melanie Shaw, who perform in the folk-inflected band Acoustic Station and promote Atlanta art through their nonprofit, The Art Share Foundation.

12 metro Atlanta arts events to look forward to in the coming week
Our 12 metro Atlanta arts events to look forward to this week include SoundNOW, a contemporary classical music festival and ex-Atlantan Steve Yockey's play "Bleeding Hearts."

Atlanta premiere of Bob Dylan-inspired play opens Thursday at Actor’s Express
In ‘Girl from the North Country,’ Bob Dylan’s songs serve as the emotional landscape of a Depression-era story about a diverse group of strangers at a Minnesota guesthouse.
Winter storm threat forces Atlanta cancellations, closures including aquarium
For the second weekend in a row, the threat of inclement weather throughout metro Atlanta and North Georgia has prompted several closures and cancellations.

Atlanta artist not only claims a seat at the table, he created the chair
Artist Robell Awake, raised in Marietta and acclaimed for handmade chairs, receives a prestigious $50K fellowship award as he deepens his work in Black craft history.
At 68, this Atlanta blues veteran soars into a new groove, one chord at a time
Tinsley Ellis just released his first acoustic album with original material, "Labor of Love." The title aligns with his blues journey.

Popular Filipino restaurant moving, and more from the Atlanta dining scene
Plus, a beer collaboration with Creature Comforts and the debut of F1 Arcade in west Midtown

From appetizer to dessert, 4 dishes to try this February
Looking for what to eat in Atlanta this February? These four dishes — from izakaya bites to a tropical dessert — offer standout flavors across the city.

The AJC saved my mother’s restaurant — and brought me home
The AJC's new senior Food and Dining editor, Monti Carlo, comes home to Atlanta — and asks it to speak back.
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Water for Savannah’s soul: Restoration renews Forsyth Park fountain
Savannah's Forsyth Park fountain, a landmark of this historic Georgia port city since 1858, returned to operation Friday after a six-month restoration.

Measure tree’s critical root zone before digging nearby
Here's how to measure the critical root zone of a tree, so you'll know how to dig around it without injuring its roots.
Athens film studio wants to reboot as a data center
Over the past year, empty or underused soundstages in Georgia have had to pivot. Athens Studios' plans are different.

How and when to protect your pipes from freezing
When temperatures fall below 32 degrees, water pipes are at risk of freezing and bursting.

7 tips to keep your pets safe during cold weather
Don't forget you also have to make sure the four-footed members of the family are warm and dry.

Author events Dec. 12-18
Check out these upcoming author events happening in and around Atlanta.




