Go Atlanta: Baby Rose, new TLC doc, Jurassic exhibition vandalism

Soulful singer and songwriter Baby Rose gets ready to film her next music video at contemporary visual artist Jeremy Brown's studio in Atlanta on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Eric Saulsberry filmed the video. (Jenni Girtman for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Credit: Jenni Girtman

Credit: Jenni Girtman

Soulful singer and songwriter Baby Rose gets ready to film her next music video at contemporary visual artist Jeremy Brown's studio in Atlanta on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Eric Saulsberry filmed the video. (Jenni Girtman for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

The timeless music of Atlanta’s Baby Rose charts a course for the future.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s newest podcast, Go Atlanta, AJC culture reporter DeAsia Paige tells the story of acclaimed up-and-coming Atlanta musician, Baby Rose. DeAsia talks about her newest album and her upcoming show at Terminal West on June 4th.

Atlanta’s newest exhibition, Jurassic World Exhibition, is forced to close due to vandalism. Entertainment reporter Rodney Ho talks about the extent of damage and when the exhibition is expected to reopen. And find out why you’ll see a huge crowd in front of CNN Center Thursday afternoon. Plus, hear Rodney’s interview with T-Boz and Chilli of TLC to talk about their new documentary, “TLC Forever” on Lifetime which chronicles the group’s journey from its humble roots in the early 1990s to current day nostalgia-based touring mode.

Ligaya Figueras has all the latest restaurant and dining news including the opening of Leftie Lee’s in Avondale Estates and Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles in Midtown. How about a 24/7 automated pizza kiosk? Ligaya tells you about her experience at PIzzaForno in Buckhead. Hear about the charcuterie concept, Graze Craze. Plus, a take-out review of Rreal Tacos.

Entertainment editor Shane Harrison checks out The Milk + Cookies Festival, in partnership with RenderATL at Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward on Friday, June 2. Plus, he’ll introduce you to Greenie, Go Atlanta’s pet of the week.

Greenie is our pet of the week from the folks at Lifeline.

Credit: Courtesy of Lifeline

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Credit: Courtesy of Lifeline

You’ll be green with envy if you miss out on adopting Greenie! This 2 year old is the total package — he is seemingly house-trained, knows how to sit and even gives smooches. Greenie is a very social fellow whose tail is always wagging. He’s a total sweetheart and loves receiving treats. Greenie doesn’t mind the company of other dogs and is patiently waiting for his new home. Meet Greenie today at Dekalb County Animal Services, located at 3280 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Chamblee.

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Links to today’s topics:

The timeless blues of Atlanta’s Baby Rose charts a course for the future

Atlanta’s ‘Jurassic’ exhibit temporarily closes after being damaged by vandals

Rreal Tacos restaurant review

PizzaForno, a 24/7 automated pizza kiosk, is now open in Buckhead

Leftie Lee’s opens in Avondale Estates

Frazie’s Meat & Market Opens in Atlanta’s Riverside neighborhood

Barrio ATL opens in the Cascade Heights neighborhood

Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles is set to open in June in Midtown

Illycaffe set to open its first Atlanta location at Ford Factory Lofts

Tim Hortons is opening a location in Midtown

At home with Atlanta chefs series

TLC recounts crazy, sexy, cool journey in new Lifetime doc

Milk + Cookies Festival

Butterfly Festival at the Chattahoochee Nature Center

Greenie, our pet of the week

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