ATL Summer/Fall 2024 Magazine

Summer/Fall 2024

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In the ATL Airport District

WELCOME TO THE AIRPORT DISTRICT

The ATL Airport Area

Anchored by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the ATL airport area is a rapidly evolving mix of diverse communities that surround the airport. Each city, unique to itself, providing vital resources and needs to not only the area residents but to the millions of people flying in and out of the airport each year and to all the businesses and their staff who help keep it all running.

It’s all right here

The ATL airport area has everything you could need without any of the hassles of a big city. Offering a state of the art convention center, worldclass dining & accommodations, a wide variety of shopping opportunities, and plenty of things to keep you, your family or business associations entertained during your stay. Or, if you are looking for a place to call home, the area offers a remarkable amount of value for your buck. Take your pick from historic to contemporary, urban to rural, big to tiny, rent or own, there’s something for everyone.

Keeping you entertained

Try the Porsche Driving Experience at their new US headquarters, relish in the history of flight at the Delta Museum, or stroll through any of the historic downtowns. Play Tennis, Soccer, or choose from a variety of golf courses to work on your swing. You can watch bicycle races or relax in a variety of park and nature preserve settings. Check the calendar for a variety of seasonal art and music festivals, theater, car shows and so much more and most likely minutes from your hotel or home.

Going to Atlanta?

Take the people mover from the airport to rent a car, or jump on MARTA, accessible from the airport, College Park, or East Point, and be downtown, Decatur, Lenox, Perimeter and more in minutes.

COLLEGE PARK

College Park is a vibrant city that balances a buzzing urban landscape with its intimate community charm. Located just minutes away from Downtown Atlanta via MARTA, College Park is home to the world’s most-traveled airport, Georgia’s second-largest convention center and over 5,000 hotel rooms. With a wealth of locally owned eateries, retail shops and other small businesses, this hidden gem is an ideal destination for business and leisure travelers.

Featuring a reenergized downtown and a diverse spectrum of neighborhoods, including Georgia’s 4th largest registered historic district, College Park offers its 14,000 residents a quiet, small town coupled with the conveniences and advantages of big city life.

• Gateway Center Campus, which includes the Georgia International Convention Center, Gateway Center Arena, Historic College Park Golf Course and six hotels

• Woodward Academy

• 4th Largest Historic Neighborhood of Homes in Georgia

• Revitalized Downtown offering food, nightlife and shopping

College Park Splash Pad

HAPEVILLE UNION CITY

Bustling with growth, the City of Hapeville is the epicenter of the resurgence for the Atlanta Airport area. The designated Main Street City is home to the original Chick-fil-A Dwarf House and Wells Fargo Processing Center. Hapeville is a walkable community, a little over two miles in size, that offers a charming historic downtown filled with restaurants, shopping, a train depot museum and a lively downtown park.

Hapeville La Fiesta Festival

Hapeville is fast becoming known for its dedication to the arts, with a fabulous public art program, several unique art exhibits, and a performing arts center all located minutes from the airport. Numerous murals, butterfly sculptures, and artist gallery crawls help bring the city alive.

• Train Depot Museum

• Historic Christ Church & Carriage House

• Historic Downtown Art Walk

• Hoyt Smith Conference Center

• Porsche Driving Experience

On the edge of the ATL Guide area, Union City is the gateway to the South Fulton Scenic Byway and is home to the second-largest sound stages in North America. This fast-growing, intimate city with over 27,000 residents has the cultural, spiritual, educational, and economic opportunities of a large metropolis but the charm of a small bedroom community.

Union City Fondo

Minutes from the world’s busiest airport and downtown Atlanta, Union City is an excellent place for new and existing businesses- local, regional, and national firms with an array of services and retail uses. See the natural beauty of southern flora, illustrated by blooming dogwoods, delicate crepe myrtles, flowery Bradford pears, and more. Union City offers numerous community and recreational programs and a variety of special events throughout the year.

• Atlanta Metro Studios

• Union City Skatepark

• Green Manor Restaurant

Cover photo courtesy of Optimal House Media. Article and editorial photos courtesy of Optimal House Media, Grace First Video, ATL Airport District, Warren Bond Photography and our city & advertiser partners.

Presenting Vol. 21, No. 4 of the ATL-Your Guide to the Atlanta Airport Area (formerly the Atlanta Airport Area Meeting Planner & Visitor’s Guide). The Guide is owned and published by Atlanta Airport Publications, LLC. PO Box 16954, Atlanta GA, 30321. No portions of this publication may be reproduced without prior written consent of the publisher. The editors are not responsible for return of any unused materials. The publisher has the right to reject any advertising considered to be objectionable in subject, wording, or appearance. The publisher and editors are not responsible for any changes in dates of events or activities made after the publication deadline. All efforts have been made to include factual editorial copy throughout the magazine. Acceptance of an ad in this magazine does not convey a recommendation for that advertiser. The content of articles and the views expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the ATL Guide and its parent company, Atlanta Airport Publications, LLC. ATL Guide and Atlanta Airport Publications, LLC are not responsible for any factual errors or objectionable subjects, wording or appearance.

Breakfast Boys EDITOR’S

CHOICE

All day Breakfast and Brunch-bring your family and friends to Breakfast Boys for great food and a great social scene vibe. Serving innovative classics such jerk chicken with sweet potato wa es, shrimp & grits, pineapple upside down French toast, red velvet pancakes and specialty brunch cocktails & mimosas, Breakfast Boys will delight your taste buds and give you that warm welcoming feeling-whether you dine indoors or outdoors, pick up an order or have your favorites delivered to your door. Every item is prepared by hand and served with a smile; they also o er catering for your special event.

Open 7 days a week from 8am to 4pm, come early or join the wait list and receive a message when your table is ready. Become a VIP member to be the first to receive updates on exclusive events, secret menus, special o ers/discounts, loyalty rewards and more.

Located in Historic Downtown College Park on Main Street, the Breakfast Boys is a unique dining experience sure to please everyone whether you are a local or a traveler passing through Atlanta.

Delicious breakfast all day at Breakfast Boys

SOUTH FULTON

Just 15 minutes south of Atlanta is a burgeoning city-the City of South Fulton. With entertainment at Wolf Creek Amphitheater, the Southwest Arts Center and more, faith-based offerings including World Changers & Zion Hill Baptist Church, different activities like tennis at the South Fulton Tennis Center or outdoor bouldering at Boat Rock, and food choices from breakfast to barbecue, Island to Italian, Asian to American, family style to fine dining-City of South Fulton has it all!

Tennis in City of South Fulton

A premiere destination for visitors and families, the City of South Fulton also offers world class services to all communities within our City, including:

• Award winning youth programs

• 4 primary recreational facilities

• 17 parks across 700 acres

• Basketball programs in partnership with the Atlanta Hawks

• STEM Programs to help students

• Top-flight aquatics programs

• Programming for adults and senior citizens

The City of South Fulton. . . “More Lives Here.”

FAIRBURN

15 miles south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Fairburn is a city of history and a thriving business community offering diverse cuisine & activities for everyone. Improvement projects within Fairburn’s Historic Commercial District, arts & entertainment activities and exceptional educational resources like Georgia Military College and Global Impact Academy offer an appealing quality of life away from the bustling congestion of surrounding areas.

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Fairburn, home to the Georgia Renaissance Festival, also boasts downtown concerts, a Farmers Market, parks with diverse recreational activities and Fairburn’s Southside Theatre Guild-a community theater organization with performances for young and old. Home to more than 11 Fortune 500 companies like Google, Duracell and CSX Intermodal, Fairburn is a vibrant city looking to the future-open for business and residential development opportunities.

• 2022 Top 10 Safest Cities in Georgia

• Cochran Mill Brewing Company

• Downtown Commercial Historic District

• Oz Pizza, Armando’s, & more

• 3rd Fridays in Fairburn April-Sept.

Fairburn…A world away from the mundane, a city Situated to Succeed!

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CLAYTON COUNTY

Clayton County is home of the world’s busiest airport and a diverse community full of innovation. Residents enjoy ample parks and an economical cost of living with proximity to downtown Atlanta, while business can easily access incentives and connect to global markets.

Clayton County contains over 896 acres of parkland, 32 parks, a nature preserve & numerous facilities o ering a variety of recreational opportunities.

Home to the most traveled airport in the world, Clayton County is a major player in many industries: film, food/beverage processing & manufacturing, health services, logistics & distribution and aviation & aerospace manufacturing. With air service, rail service, port accessibility & access along major interstates, Clayton County is the “Logical Choice for Logistics.”

Formed in 2014, the Aerotropolis Alliance has been the driving force behind the revitalization of the area around the airport. Their mission is to improve and sustain the quality of life for those who live, work and play here.

Clayton County – Where the World Lands…

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Exploring the Outdoor Dining Scene of the ATL Airport District

When it comes to dining, there’s something truly magical about enjoying fantastic food in the open air, especially in vibrant cities like Hapeville, College Park and Union City. Here, outdoor patios beckon diners, offering a unique culinary experience set against the backdrop of bustling city streets and scenic landscapes. As summer heats up the atmosphere and fall unfurls its colors, these District cities come alive with outdoor dining options for every palate.

College Park

Nestled within the Historic Downtown College Park District, Main Street boasts a diverse selection of eateries that tantalize taste buds and capture hearts. College Park established a restaurant row parklet with nearly 100 feet of parking converted into patio style dining. Restaurants like The Real Milk & Honey, Virgil’s Gullah and Johnny’s Famous Chicken & Waffles beckon patrons with their inviting outdoor streetside dining setups.

The Real Milk and Honey elevates brunch to an elegant affair with its refined ambiance and delectable menu offerings. Johnny’s Famous Chicken and Waffles-owned by recording artist & producer Ne-Yo and wife Crystal-serves sweet and savory variations of chicken and waffles. For

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those craving a taste of Gullah Geechee cultural cuisine, Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen delivers a vibrant array of flavors that transport diners to the Lowcountry.

Located within walking distance of the College Park MARTA Station, these dining establishments keep their doors open well into the evening, inviting patrons to indulge in signature cocktails that perfectly complement their culinary creations.

The Brake Pad, with its nostalgic 1950’s mechanic station decor, offers a diner-style menu reminiscent of soda fountains and jukebox jams, solidifying its classic staple in the community by being one of the first in the Atlanta Airport District to have outdoor dining. Don’t forget The Breakfast Boys, who may not serve dinner but certainly make up for it with their extensive breakfast and brunch menu in an elegant indoor or outdoor venue available daily until 4pm.

Just a stone’s throw away from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Virginia Ave offers a worldly array of cultural cuisines: Bole Ethiopian serves up authentic Ethiopian delicacies, while La Fiesta Mexican transports diners to the beaches of Cabo with its tantalizing array of tacos, enchiladas and fajitas.

The Manchester Arms (family owned and newly reopened) is a beloved neighborhood treasure, offering British pub-style fare Mon-Fri.

For those craving southern classics served in an upscale setting, Party of 5 and Buttermilk Biscuit in Virginia Station Shopping Center are the go-to spots. With outdoor patios inviting guests to bask in the summer sun or gaze upon the moon and stars, these establishments provide the perfect backdrop for indulging in beloved comfort foods, romantic dates or a girls’ night out. Coffee connoisseurs and those who appreciate a good cup of joe, try Drip Thru Coffee Shop. With no indoor dining options, this quaint coffee shop focuses solely on drive-up service but you are welcome to just sit in your car or sit under the umbrellas, savoring the flavors and aromas of your fresh drip coffee while people or plane watching. Whether you prefer a classic latte, chai, macchiato or espresso, Drip Thru Coffee Shop has something to satisfy every caffeine craving.

Hapeville

Next to the world’s busiest airport, Hapeville beckons travelers and locals alike to embark on a culinary journey like no other. With a plethora of outdoor dining establishments to choose from, including JPresso, Coffee Man, Café Belli and more, this vibrant city offers the perfect respite for those facing flight delays or simply seeking to indulge in delicious fare while getting a dose of Vitamin D.

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Hapeville’s Dwarf House/Chick-fil-A is the original Dwarf House, giving you that Chick-Fil-A Boneless Chicken Sandwich in a nostalgically decorated 1950’s diner atmosphere. Newly renovated with modern touches like a kid’s outdoor playground and two-lane drive thru options, you can dine outdoors in the museum style original footprint of the 1946 restaurant, have fun finding all the hidden dwarves or take a picture sitting on the bench with the statue of Truett Cathy. Chick-fil-A’s Catering on Virginia Avenue is happy to cater your next get-together with curbside carry-out or delivery.

For those craving cultural comfort foods, establishments like Sombreros, Tia Rosie’s Kitchen, Junior’s Pizza, Dua Vietnamese, Don Chon Mexican & Johnny’s Pizza deliver mouthwatering dishes inspired by Mexico, Italy and Vietnam. For an elegant 5-star dining experience, there’s Volare Wine & Bistro. Try Jake’s Ice Cream, a beloved local spot serving up sweet treats or Corner Tavern that offers wings, sandwiches, salads & more with classic cocktails, wine or beer.

For those looking to imbibe in handcrafted cocktails and gourmet bites, the Kimpton Overland Hotel Rooftop Bar and Paper Plane offer perfect settings for indulging in culinary delights while taking in panoramic views of the city skyline. Visit Hammer’s Goodtime Emporium-order a taco, nachos, a burger or BLT and play beach volleyball with friends.

Union City

Situated 20-minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Union City is a hidden culinary gem waiting to be discovered. At the Green Manor Southern Buffet, diners can

Brake Pad

Breakfast Boys

feast on a buffet of down-home cuisine housed within a charming Southern-style manor. Antique patio tables and chairs welcomingly placed around the exterior patio provide the perfect setting for time with family and friends after enjoying soulful dishes like fried chicken, mac & cheese and pineapple-glazed ham.

In the ATL Airport District, outdoor dining isn’t just

about enjoying a meal—it’s about embarking on a culinary adventure that celebrates the diverse flavors and vibrant cultures of the region’s residents. Whether you’re sipping on a latte at a quaint coffee shop, indulging in cultural cuisines on a bustling street corner or savoring gourmet bites atop a rooftop bar, one thing is certain: The District’s outdoor dining scene offers an experience like no other. So why not take a seat, soak up the sunshine or moonlight and savor the variety of flavors of ATL Airport District?

Daily: 6:00 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Manchester Arms Patio

Drinks on the patio at Sombreros

What’s Happening in the ATL

Every Month

Academy Theatre Weekly

Sunday Variety Series

Different Artist every Sunday, 6:30pm Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org

Morrow Farmers Market

Every Saturday, 10 am-2 pm Morrow Station Park morrowga.gov

East Point Farmers Market

Every Wednesday, 4-7 pm, March-December 11 ,East Point City Hall, 2714 East Point Street downtowneastpoint.com

Food Truck Court

Every Wednesday, 3-7 pm East Point Commons, 2757 East Point Street downtowneastpoint.com

PTC Market

Every Wed. & Sat., 9 am-1 pm 215 Northlake Drive ptcfarmersmarket.org

July

July Fourth Celebration

Thursday July 4, 3-11 pm, fireworks around 9:30 pm Downtown East Point downtowneastpoint.com

July 4th Celebration

Thursday July 4, Parade, 9 am, fireworks at dusk at Drake Field, Peachtree City peachtree-city.org

First Fridays--Bullsboro

Fri, July 5, 6-8 pm Shamrock Park, Tyrone tyrone.org

Annie

Tuesday-Sunday July 5-August 4 The Legacy Theatre, Tyrone thelegacytheatre.org

Fireworks

Thurs July 7, dusk Clayton County International Park claytonparks.com

The Wash Thur-Sun, July 10-28 Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org

Movie Night

Under the Stars

Friday July 12, 7:30 pm

Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org

Chi Town—Chicago, Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute

Friday July 12, 7 pm

Fayetteville Amphitheater thevilleamp.com

Rumours ATL—

Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Sat. July 13, 7:30 pm

Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Coffee and Chrome Car and Motorcycle Show

Sat., July 13, 8:30

am-noon Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville coffeeandchrome.com

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s

Cinderella

Thurs-Sunday July 18-28

Southside Theatre Guild, Fairburn stgplays.com

Downtown Live Concert Series

Jazz and Seafood Sat., July 20, 7-10 pm Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org

Air Supply with John Ford Coley

Sat, July 20, 7:30 pm

Fred W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Movie Under the Stars

Sat., July 20, 7 pm Rum Creek Park, Jonesboro claytonparks.com

R&B WineFest

Sat., July 20 Wolf Creek Amphitheater wolfcreekamphitheater.com

Wednesday Wind Down

Wednesday July 24, 5-8

pm East Point Commons, 2757 East Point Street downtowneastpoint.com

Yes Epics and Classics

Sat, July 27, 7:30 pm

Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Finesse Presents Music for Your Soul

Sun July 28, 6:30 pm Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org

August

Hapeville National Night Out

Fri August 2, 4-9pm Jess Lucas Y-Teen Park, 680 S Central Ave hapeville.org

First Friday—Magician

Ken Scott

Fri Aug 2, 6-8 pm Shamrock Park, Tyrone tyrone.org

Uncle Kracker Friday August 2, 7 pm Fayetteville Amphitheater thevilleamp.com

Dave Mason’s Tra c Jam Je erson Starship

Sat., August 3, 7:30 pm

Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

A-Town Music Fest

Sat., August 3 Wolf Creek Amphitheater wolfcreekamphitheater.com

College Park National Night Out

Tuesday August 6, 6-9pm College Park City Hall & Auditorium Grounds collegeparkrca.com

City of South Fulton National Night Out

Tuesday August 6, 6:00pm -8:30pm LA Fitness Parking Lot, 6385 Old National Hwy cityofsouthfultonga.gov

Union City National Night Out

Tuesday August 6, 4-8pm

Union Landing Shopping Center unioncity.org

Cinderella’s Tom Kiefer Friday August 9, 7:30 pm

Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Atlanta Funk Fest

Sat., August 10 and Sunday August 11 Wolf Creek Amphitheater wolfcreekamphitheater.com

One Vision of Queen with Marc Martel

Sat., August 10, 7:30 pm

Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Co ee and Chrome Car and Motorcycle Show

August 10, 8:30 am-noon Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville co eeandchrome.com

Every Third Friday April - September 6pm - 10pm

What’s Happening in the ATL

Downtown Live Concert

Series Wings and Strings

Sat., August 17, 7-10 pm

Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org

Mad Hatters—Tom Petty

Tribute

Sat., August 17, 7 pm

Fayetteville Amphitheater thevilleamp.com

Gary Allan

Sat., August 23, 7:30 pm

Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Wednesday Wind Down

Wednesday August 28, 5-8 pm East Point Commons, 2757 East Point Street downtowneastpoint.com

September

First Friday—

Two Broke Kings Friday September 6, 6-8 pm Shamrock Park, Tyrone tyrone.org

Two Drink Minimum

Fri-Sun, September 6-22 Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org

The Wallflowers

Friday September 13, 7:30 pm Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Daddy Long Legs

Tuesday-Sunday

September 13-October 6

The Legacy Theatre, Tyrone thelegacytheatre.org

Travis Denning, Tyler

Reese Tritt, RVSHVD

Saturday, September 14, 7:30 pm Frederick W. Brown Jr.

Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Coffee and Chrome Car and Motorcycle Show

Sat., September 14, 8:30 am-noon Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville coffeeandchrome.com

Arrested Development

Sat., September 14, 7 pm

Fayetteville Amphitheater thevilleamp.com

Happy Days Weekend

Friday and Sat., September 20-21 Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org

Azucar Festival

Sat., September 21, 3-10pm Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Wolf Creek Amphitheater, 3025 Merk Rd SW cityofsouthfultonga.gov

Shakerag Arts and Crafts Festival

Sat., September. 21, 10 am-6 pm, and Sunday September 22, noon-5 pm Shakerag Knoll, Peachtree City peachtree-city.org

October

Tyrone Founders Day

Sat., October 5, 12-9 pm Shamrock Park, Tyrone tyronerecreation.org

Fairburn Parade and Fall Festival

Sat., October 5 Downtown Fairburn fairburn.com

Cemetery Walk

Fri-Sun October 11-13

Fayetteville City Cemetery downtownfayetteville.org

Men at Work with The Producers

Sat., October 12, 7:30 pm Frederick W. Brown Jr. Amphitheater, Peachtree City amphitheater.org

Downtown Live Concert

Series - Chili Cookoff

Sat., October 19, 5-8 pm Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org

Magnolia Arts Festival

Sat & Sun, October 19-20 Drake Field, Peachtree City magnoliaartsfestival.org

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Sunday October 20, 3 pm Spivey Hall, Morrow spiveyhall.org

Cookie Smoak – A Pioneer in the Tourism Industry

Hail and farewell to our partner, mentor and friend Cookie Smoak. She is retiring after 11 years from her position as President of the ATL Airport District-a Destination Marketing Organization for College Park, Hapeville, Union City and the area around Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Prior to her time with ATL Airport District (ATLD), Cookie worked for Delta Air Lines, Orlando CVB (Convention and Visitors Bureau) and the Atlanta CVB. She has been a driving force in destination marketing and the hospitality & tourism industries for many years.

One of Cookie’s most important achievements is the creation of our magazine: while working in Atlanta, Cookie and our other mentor and fellow publisher, Charlie Nelson, came up with the idea of publishing a magazine dedicated to the area surrounding the airport. This idea, drawn out on a napkin, became the Atlanta Airport Area Meeting Planner and Visitor’s Guide (the Guide-Atlanta Airport Area). The name has changed but we are proud to the “brain child” of these two avantgarde thinkers and industry leaders who have dedicated their lives to helping others.

During her tenure at ATLD, she and her team have accomplished so much: generating millions of dollars in revenue and working closely with economic

development directors to attract visitors, increase local business and keep hotel occupancy rates high.

She and her team have launched several programs: an annual cycling event called Spin The District which is the second-largest cycling event in Georgia, an award-winning webpage that allows visitors and meeting planners to explore the many options available to enjoy in the District, a volunteer program called NAVigators (Neighbors Assisting Visitors) where volunteers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, area hotels and at the GICC (Georgia International Convention Center) welcome visitors to the area and developing marketing programs for the three cities ATLD represents.

Cookie has been honored by the tourism industry through the years. She was the first woman in the tourism industry to be selected as one of Atlanta Magazine’s Women Making a Mark award, given The Georgia CVB’s Larry Allen Tourism Award and she was recognized as a leader in Georgia Trend’s 500 list in 2023.

Cookie-we will miss you greatly but we wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Your knowledge, leadership, outgoing personality, and desire to make the ATL Airport District successful will impact us for many years to come.

Clue—The Musical

Friday-Sunday, October 25-November 10 Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org

Annual Pumpkin

Festival

Sat., October 26, 5:308:30 pm Old Courthouse Square, Fayetteville downtownfayetteville.org

Atlanta Air Show

Sat.-Sun., October 26-27, gates open at 9 am Atlanta Regional Airport-Falcon Field, Peachtree City airshowatlanta.com

Dia de Los Muertos

Sat., October 26, 5-9 pm

Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org

Hapeville Community

Trunk or Treat

Thursday October 31, 5-8pm Contact hapeville. org for map hapeville.org

November

City of South Fulton

Veterans Parade & Chili

Cook-Off

Sat., November 2-all day cityofsouthfultonga.gov

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Tuesday-Sunday

November 8-December 15

The Legacy Theatre, Tyrone thelegacytheatre.org

Turkey Jam

Skatepark Event

Sat., November 16, noon

Tom E. Morris Sports Complex, Hapeville hapeville.org

Carving Memories

Turkey & Food Giveaway

Sat., November 23, 10am-2pm Burkett Park, 295 Burdett Rd

City of South Fulton cityofsouthfultonga.gov

Light Up College Park

Monday November 25, 6 pm College Park

Auditorium Courtyard collegeparkrca.com

Hapeville for the Holidays

Tues, November 26, 5:308 pm Jess Lucas Park, Hapeville hapeville.org

December

Lighting of the Tree

Christmas Market

Sunday December 1, 5 pm

Shamrock Park, Tyrone tyronerecreation.org

Light Up the City & Holiday Tinsel Trail

Monday December 2, 6-8pm College Park Auditorium, College Park collegeparkrca.com

Aladdin and the Magic Lamp

Fri-Sun, Dec 6-22 Academy Theatre, Hapeville academytheatre.org

Miracle on Main Street

Sat., December 7, 5:30-9 pm Fayetteville City Center Park fayetteville-ga.gov

Hometown Holiday

Sat., December 7, 5 pm

Drake Field, Peachtree City peachtree-city.org

Fairburn Holiday Tree

Lighting

Sat., December 7, 6:30 pm Downtown Fairburn fairburn.com

Forest Park

Christmas Parade Sat., December 7, 6 pm Downtown Forest Park forestparkga.gov

College Park

Christmas Parade

Sat., Dec. 7, 9:30 am Main Street collegeparkga.com

Christmas Tree Lighting

Friday December 8, 5:30 pm Downtown East Point downtowneastpoint.com

Christmas Tree Lighting

Thursday December 12, 6:30 pm Heritage Park, Fayetteville fayettecogaparks.gov

Casual Cal – Excellence in the Entertainment Industry

The Radio, Music & Film Alliance of Georgia is holding the 2nd Annual Radio, Music & Film Summit, August 16th-18th, 2024, at the Hilton Atlanta Airport Conference Center, 1031 Virginia Avenue, Hapeville, GA.

The All White Honors Night on August 17th will celebrate excellence in the radio, music, and film industries. Hosted by Casual Cal and Emmanuel Lewis, the gala will feature live performances by Toy Toy, Mike Clark Jr., Lucky Leek, Ice Buck, Robin West, The Bruce Wayne Band, Klay Redd, Young James Brown, and R&B diva Cherrelle.

The evening celebration will honor 20 distinguished individuals for their outstanding achievements & contributions to the industry, including Sky Whatley, India Starke, Tony Wilson, Millie Jackson, Patricia Walker, Tonio Armani, DJ Sturgess, Chatejah George, Roderick Lawrence, Dorna Taylor ESQ, Mr. Collipark, Mable Buckner, Allen Johnston, Leroy McMath, Precious FelderGates ESQ, JWONN, Klassik Ceo, Lairin Taylor ESQ, Jerry Mason, Tez Anderson, and Rico Ball.

National Black Radio Hall of Fame

Calvin Dupree, Jr. aka “Casual Cal” will be honored on September 20th with the Lifetime Achievement Presidential Volunteer Service Award, along with the Reverend Jesse Jackson, hosted by Atlanta’s Radio Pioneer Dr. Bill

Gay who is the Director of the organization’s program. This award is a civil award bestowed by the President of the United States which was established by executive order of George W. Bush, honoring volunteers who have given hundreds of hours of their time over the years to the community. They are honored for their work through the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation.

Another highlight of the weekend: Calvin Dupree Jr’s. induction into the National Black Radio Hall of Fame on September 21. Both events are industry private events and will not be open to the public.

Calvin Dupree will be inducted in the category of “Radio Pioneer”.  Starting out as a college teen, turning the wheel of steel became an awesome fit for his persona.  Taking this revolutionary talent to the top in all entities he has embellished the love of many across the country with his talent.

National President Bernie Hayes of Harris Stowe State University, Vice President Uvee Hayes & Vice President Marsha Washington George; along with the Induction Program Director Dave Smith and the Board members of the organization will be on hand to salute Calvin Dupree, Jr. for this accomplishment.

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UNION CITY

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FAIRBURN

HARTSFIELD-JACKSON ATLANTA

CITY OF SOUTH FULTON

HISTORIC COLLEGE PARK GOLF COURSE

GATEWAY CENTER

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» Travelodge Hotel College Park 2471 Old Nat’l Pkwy - 404-477-1050

» Embassy Suites Atlanta Airport 4700 Southport Rd - 404-767-1988

» Hilton Garden Atl Airport/Millennium Center 2301 Sullivan Rd - 404-766-0303

» Atlanta Airport Marriott 4711 Best Rd - 404-766-7900

» Holiday Inn Express 4601 Best Rd - 404-761-6500

» Days Inn

4505 Best Rd - 404-767-1224

» SpringHill Suites Atl Airport Gateway

2091 Convention Center Concourse - 770-907-8880

» Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway

2020 Convention Center Concourse 404-763-1544

» Renaissance Atl Airport Gateway Hotel

2081 Convention Center Concourse - 470-306-0100

» Westin Atlanta Airport

4736 Best Rd - 404-762-7676

» Courtyard by Marriott South 2050 Sullivan Rd - 770-997-2220

» Microtel Inn & Suites

4839 Mass. Blvd - 770-994-3003

» Fairfield Inn & Suites Atl Airport South 2020 Sullivan Rd - 770-994-3666

» LaQuinta Inn & Suites

4820 Mass. Blvd - 770-996-0000

» Quality Inn Atlanta Airport-Central 2010 Sullivan Rd - 770-991-8985

» Sleep Inn Airport 1911 Sullivan Rd - 770-996-6100

» Sonesta Atlanta Airport South

4669 Airport Blvd - 404-763-8800

» Holiday Inn & Suites Airport North 1380 Virginia Ave - 404-305-9990

» Hyatt Place 1899 Sullivan Rd - 770-994-2997

» Country Inn & Suites 1808 Phoenix Blvd - 770-991-1099

» Days Inn Airport South 1540 Phoenix Blvd - 770-996-7300

» Best Western 1556 Phoenix Blvd - 770-996-5800

» Howard Johnson Atlanta Airport 1551 Phoenix Blvd - 770-996-4321

» Hotel Indigo Atlanta Airport 1776 Harvard Ave - 404-767-8881

HAPEVILLE

» Embassy Suites 404-768-1500

» Kimpton Overland Hotel Two Porsche Drive - 470-466-3300

» Staybridge Suites 3420 Norman Berry Dr - 404-305-9930

» La Quinta Inn Atl Airport North 1200 Virginia Avenue - 404-209-1800

» Hilton Atlanta Airport 1031 Virginia Avenue - 404-767-9000

» Residence Inn Atlanta Airport North/Virginia Ave. 3401 International Blvd - 404-761-0511

» Courtyard Atlanta Airport North/Virginia Ave 3399 International Blvd - 404-559-1043

» Best Western Plus Atlanta Airport- East 301 N Central Avenue - 404-763-8777

» Holiday Inn Express & Suites 235 N Central Avenue - 404-844-2501

UNION CITY

» LaQuinta Inn & Suites 6604 Mall Blvd 770-306-0049

» Stay Express Inn/Suites Atl Arprt UnionCity 6690 Shannon Parkway 770-306-3800

» Garden Inn 6701 Shannon Parkway 770-892-3128

» Country Hearth Inn & Suites 6710 Shannon Parkway 770-306-7750

» Days Inn & Suites Union City 6743 Shannon Parkway 770-969-4567

» Quality Inn 6800 Shannon Way 770-306-2677

» Magnuson Hotel Atlanta South 6840 Shannon Parkway 770-306-6067

» Econo Lodge 7410 Oakley Road 770-964-9999

» Western Inn & Suites 7420 Oakley Road 678-827-7500

» Motel 6 3860 Flat Shoals Road 770-969-0110

We hope you are enjoying your stay in and around the Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport area. Next time book and save with ATLdistrict.com

Airport Area Accommodations

CITY OF SOUTH FULTON

» Fairfield Inn - 770-969-1673

FAIRBURN

» La Hacienda B&B - 770-851-4422

» Best Western Plus Fairburn-Atl Southwest 678-782-4700

» Comfort Inn & Suites - 678-782-4900

» Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atl Southwest 678-674-2200

» Wyngate by Wyndham Atl Airport-Fairburn 770-892-3006

» Hampton Inn Atlanta-Fairburn - 678-782-4600

Airport Area Attractions

COLLEGE PARK

» Georgia International Convention Center & Gateway Center Arena 2000 Convention Center Concourse 770-997-3566

» College Park Golf Course 404-761-0731

» Chick-Fil-A Corp. Headquarters 404-765-8000

» Delta Flight Museum 404-715-7886

» Metro Atlanta Urban Farm 404-788-2432

HAPEVILLE

» Porsche Cars North America, Inc (Boutique inside Kimpton Overland Hotel) Two Porsche Drive

» Scout Hut at Cofield Park 404-669-2136

» Historic Christ Church & Carriage House Venue 404-669-2136

» Hapeville Depot Museum 404-669-2175

» Hoyt Smith Conference Center 404-669-2136

» Hapeville Performing Arts Center & Academy Theatre 599 N Central Ave 404-874-8332

CITY OF SOUTH FULTON

» Southwest Arts Center 404-613-3220

» Wolf Creek Amphitheater 404-613-7539

» Wolf Creek Golf Course 404-344-1334

FAIRBURN

» Southside Theatre Guild 770-969-0956

Airport Area Dining

COLLEGE PARK

ASIAN INSPIRED

» Zab-E-Lee, Thai Restaurant 404-477-2987

» China Wok 404-761-4939

» Noodle 404-767-5155

» Happy Buddha 404-762-9924

BARS AND LATE NIGHT

» El Jefe Cigar Company, LLC 3389 Main St 678-974-8393

» JR Crickets 404-205-5174

» Backstage Restaurant & Lounge 404-763-1107

LATIN AMERICAN

» La Fiesta 1419 Virginia Avenue 404-305-8780

» Nouveau Bar & Grill 404 343-6785

» Zubi Taco Kitchen 678-948-7634

» Don Sige Mexican Taqueria 404-762-8084

NORTH AMERICAN

» Barbecue Kitchen 1437 Virginia Ave 404-766-9906

» The Breakfast Boys 3387 Main St. 470-312-2108

» Buttermilk Biscuit 1634 Virginia Ave 404-941-7328

» The Real Milk & Honey 404-458-5500

» The Crab Boil Atlanta BAR 678-705-1341

» Chillz Restaurant & Bar 470-639-8522

» The Corner Grille 404-767-1135

» Johnny’s World Famous Chicken & Waffles 404-748-4244

» The Brake Pad 404-766-1515

» Tom, Dick & Hank 404-228-7238

OTHER ETHNIC TREATS

» Aye Tea Elle 404-254-1982

» Manding Cafe 678-510-0911

» Café Shekel 404-600-3159

» Wrap-A-Lot 404-635-6495

» Tropical Cuisine 404-767-7421

» Jamaica Jamaica Luxe 404-761-1572

» Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen & Bar 404-228-4897

» Manchester Arms Pub 404-500-1011

» Bole Ethiopian Restaurant 404-549-9111 PIZZA

» Mellow Mushroom 404-767-1367

» Romeo’s Pizza & Bistro 404-328-2139

HAPEVILLE

ASIAN INSPIRED

» Thai Heaven 404-762-9048

» DUA Hapeville 404-767-7245

» Paper Plane 404-963-6152

BARS AND LATE NIGHT

» Wise Ash Airport Cigars & Spirits Lounge 770-485-7162

» The Blendz2 Cigar and Hookah 404-263-9491

» The Brass Tap 770-557-0232

COFFEE AND JUICE

» JPresso Bakery 404-458-5537

» Coffee Man Hapeville 470-698-2632

» Café Belli 404-254-2060

LATIN AMERICAN

» Catalina Mexican Restaurant 4110 Old Dixie Hwy 404-608-1653

Airport Area Dining

AC Hotel Atlanta Airport Gateway

THE PERFECTLY PRECISE HOTEL. intuitively designed, it gives you everything you need – and nothing you don’t.

» Tia Rosie’s

3266 Dogwood Dr Ste B 404-228-2189

» Mami’s La Cubana Restaurant 404-587-2441

» Don Chon Mexican Restaurant 404-492-4681

» Sombreros Mexican Cantina 404-766-4499

NORTH AMERICAN

» Skinny’s 404-767-2757

» Hammer’s Beach Bar & Grill 404-768-5200

» Got Seafood 404-600-4679

» Buttersweet Bakery 404-767-9884

» Pit Boss BBQ 404-768-0036

» Airport View Restaurant 404-763-0707

» Chick-Fil-A 404-762-1746

» Kenny’s Café 404-762-3030

» Red Snapper Fish & Chicken 404-343-1393

FINE DINING

» Volare Wine & Bistro 404-503-6730

OTHER ETHNIC TREATS

» Island Vibes Caribbean Grill 404-996-2380

» Irish Bred Pub 404-765-0280

» Grecian Gyro 404-762-1627

PIZZA

» Johnny’s New York Style Pizza 404-766-3727

» The Hapeville Pizza Co. 404-254-1928

» Junior’s Pizza 404-975-3544

» Your Pie 678-626-6706

UNION CITY

ASIAN INSPIRED

» China Garden 770-306-0407

» China King 770-306-6878

» Ninja Japan 678-961-7169

LATIN AMERICAN

» La Fiesta 770-306-2747

BARS & LATE NIGHT

» Montana Cigar Company 4611 Flat Shoals Rd Unit C 678-489-7611

NORTH AMERICAN

» Green Manor 770-964-4343

» 7 Star Wings 770-306-5155

» Corner Café 770-964-3000

» JR Crickets 770-306-0700

» Home Cooking Buffet 770-306-8868

» Mr. Krabs Hut 770-862-5257

» Nemo Subs & Wings 678-519-0972

» Juicy Crawfish 770-681-0846

» JG Chicken & Seafood 770-969-8664

OTHER ETHNIC TREATS

» Jerk Palace 770-969-2349

Airport Area Dining

CITY OF SOUTH FULTON

» Baltimore Seafood & Crab 404-505-2900

» Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar 678-973-0030

» Gocha’s Breakfast Bar 404-600-554

» Gocha’s Tapas Bar 678-927-9166

» Mulan Cascade 404-629-0007

» Blaze Steak & Seafood 404-907-4700

» Freshest Salad Bar 404-599-2780

» Golden Krust Caribbean 678-489-8913

» Sandtown Pub 678-904-7041

» Hungry AF 404-941-9609

FAIRBURN

BARS AND LATE NIGHT

» Studio Cigar Lounge 770-731-2909

NORTH AMERICAN

» Big Mama’s Kitchen & Sweet Cakes 404-600-8825

» Judy’s Restaurant 770-964-3766

» Oz Pizza 770-306-0603

» Searra’s Breakfast & Lunch 678-489-6460

» Rooster King 770-774-3366

» Wing and Fish Georgia 770-892-4737

OTHER ETHNIC TREATS

» Armando’s Mexican Kitchen 770-964-9909

» China House 770-964-0099

» Clifton’s American West Indian 678-833-5447

» Hikari Botanical Café 770-681-0627

Airport Area Services

COLLEGE PARK

» Wings Financial 1897 Sullivan Rd

» College Park Shoe Repair 3747 Main St Unit 4 404-901-9702

» BHHS Gateway Historic College Park 404-348-4529

» The Wellness Spot - 404-996-6944

» Top Notch Barber & Beauty 404-766-2001

» Airport Park ‘n Bark 678-278-0137

» Selah Phenomenal Salon 404-763-1524

» Club E 678-515-1720

» Glam Nails 678-705-5188

» Alter Ego Salon & Spa 404-768-3000

» Tracie Edmonds Signature Salon 404-247-7879

» Just Pets Pet Resort 404-343-0702

» Atlanta’s Finest Barber Shop 404-768-2046

» Incite Wellness Chiropractic Spa 678-613-8912

» PinkIce Salon 678-310-7066

» UV Nail Lounge 404-585-0672

» Hair Unique 404-761-9811

» Zsavets House of Style Salon 404-549-2638

» Cycle Gang 517-204-5948

» Rod’s N Razors Salon 404-573-9962

» AllCore 360 404-766-0676

» Codes Hair Braiding 404-762-9975

» 24K Smile, LLC 404-673-4103

» Wag Atlanta 404-762-5050

» Elite Auto Detailing 404-946-5160

HAPEVILLE

» Pizza Chiropractic 3284 Dogwood Drive 404-761-6200

» The Academy Theatre 599 N. Central Ave - 404-474-8332

» Martino-White Printing Services 543 N Central Ave 404-768-8708

» Derrick Booker Agency (Farmers Insurance) 678-705-2326

» Simmons Beauty & Barber 3439 Dogwood Dr 404-399-9093

» 2000AD Concepts in Floral Art Inc. 404-314-6194

» Atlanta Printmakers Studio 404-316-6863

» PrimefitnessATL 615-919-4794

» Cosmetic Career Company 678-428-4389

» Natural Nails 404-768-1119

» Ingrid Nails 404-484-6604

» Olympus Gym 404-684-1188

» Crew Outfitters 404-766-6507

» Yoga Hive Healing Arts Studio 404-668-2169

» Benefield Automotive 404-768-1401

» Hapeville Coin Laundry 404-761-6633

» Touch Nail Salon 404-766-0770

» Smugs Fitness 678-753-6070

» William Craig Salon 404-767-7123

» Doggie Style Atl Pet Grooming 404-762-3704

» Quadrant Fitness 678-595-1085

» CharlyO Master Salon 404-669-9800

» Chapman Drug Company 404-761-1136

» Hairberdasher 404-766-6511

» Pamper Me Plzzz Salon & Spa 678-592-8631

» Regions Bank 404-768-8000

» Swan Lash and Brow Bar 404-748-6078

» D & D Nail Salon 404-600-2144

» Sanskrit Moon Yoga 678-949-9005

» Airport Van Rentals 404-763-0643

» Bliss Nail Spa 404-579-0669

» Verispine Joint Centers (404) 500-1675

» The Cooking Schools (678) 469-5721

» Luxe Noir Health (404) 228-1874

UNION CITY

» Tony Young All Star Karate Academy 6703 Shannon Pkwy - 404-763-8939

» Courageous SelfCare 706-804-4240

» SunTrust Bank 770-282-3093

» Wells Fargo Bank 770-964-2396

» Bank of America 770-969-3790

» Planet Fitness 770-306-1177

» UC Urgent Care 678-519-2814

» UC Self Storage 770-515-8307

» Take 5 Oil Change 770-731-0613

ESPAÑOL

» El Nazareno Presbyterian Church

Hapeville - 404-664-8912

» Iglesia Ministerios Nuevo Pacto - Hapeville770-276-4603

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

» Village Center - Hapeville - 404-806-7432

MISSIONARY BAPTIST

» Midway Missionary Bapt Atl - 404-768-5648

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

» InterFaith Airport ChaplaincyAtl - 404-762-1051

» World Changers - College Pk - 770-210-5700

PENTECOSTAL

» Victory Pentecostal Col Pk - 404-761-3484

PRESBYTERIAN

» New Life Pres. - Atl - 770-996-7159

UNITED METHODIST

» Hapeville UM Hapeville - 404-762-9677

» First UM of Col. Pk - Col Pk - 404-766-6294

Atlanta’s Real Estate Market is Growing

Atlanta’s residential real estate market is changing: from millennials to empty nesters, many are looking to put down roots here in the ATL Airport District. Mild climate, accessibility to a worldclass airport, diverse culture & lifestyle choices, sports, job opportunities and an attractive cost of living make the Atlanta Airport Area the place to live, work and play.

Home Improvements

Looking to upgrade your home? Horizon Windows and Doors offers the best value in the ATL, stress-free installation and make increasing your home’s value easy and affordable. Don’t stop there: 5 Star Floor Covering offers quality carpeting, hardwood, laminate & luxury vinyl flooring. All flooring is not alike-for the best, go with 5 Star.

Commercial & Industrial Development

New hotels, a thriving film industry, ATLNext at

the world’s most traveled airport, businesses moving their headquarters & facilities, employees needing available housing-all this has created a development explosion in the ATL Airport Area.

Ayanna Echols with Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate Metro Brokers is a trusted advisor and expert in the Atlanta commercial real estate market. Her extensive knowledge of the local market can help you find just what you are looking for.

New Venue

THE CYPRESS is the coolest, new private venue for meetings and parties in downtown Hapeville. Vibrant, curated, eclectic and unique-you’ve never seen anything like it. Amenities include indoor and outdoor spaces for 25-75 people with pool, cabana, stage and private ensuite bedrooms. Subscribe to hello@thecypressatl.com or call 404-9188438 to schedule a private tour and get pricing information.

Ayanna Echols

★ Licensed agent and Business Broker

★ Trusted advisor and expert in the Greater Atlanta commercial real estate market ★ Specializing in business valuation and asset sales ★ Retail and land sales

ATL District-Your Ultimate Fun Destination

Want to have fun in the sun? ATL Airport District has it all. From summer to fall, ATL District cities are brimming with outdoor wonders. For families seeking an escape from the ordinary, the District and its surrounding communities offer a cornucopia of activities and events, transforming every season into an opportunity for discovery, bonding and fun.

With school schedules temporarily on hold, kids eagerly anticipate days filled with outdoor play, picnics in the park and adventures with friends. Parents, too, relish the opportunity to reconnect with their little ones, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. ATL District has a plethora of youth recreational sports leagues available in each community: leagues that not only provide children with a chance to stay active and healthy but also teach invaluable lessons about teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship. They have a choice to participate in baseball, football, basketball, gymnastics, dance, cheerleading, soccer and more. Certain recreational organizations will still allow you to sign up even if you do not live in that city. Cities also offer summer fun camps for kidscheck with your local recreation department for more information.

The fun doesn’t stop with the kids – adults can get

By Iesha

in on the action too. Adults may join a local recreation department’s sports teams for basketball, softball or kickball. Cities have classes for adults like line dancing, fitness training, arts & crafts, aerobics, yoga and more.

Adults and kids can attend live events like WNBA games at the Gateway Arena or the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium. Music concerts and other special group events, conferences and trade shows are always happening at the Georgia International Convention Center and Gateway Arena. Areas surrounding the airport are filled with outdoor fun and leisure activities: arts festivals, walking/hiking, biking, family reunions, weddings, parties and more. Golf enthusiasts have Historic College Park Golf Course, Browns Mill and Wolf Creek courses. Bicycle racing events or a family bike ride along local trails are always fun. Communities offer water activities at a splash pad or fun at local pools-you can even sign up for swimming lessons. There’s no shortage of ways for everyone to stay active and engaged.

From outdoor concerts, parades, races and festivals to movie nights under the stars, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as the days grow longer and the nights grow warmer.

Westmoreland

We believe Jazz Matters because music matters. Our mission is to preserve a musical culture, tradition & art form by developing new audiences, inspiring new jazz artists and providing an environment for artists to perform & perfect their craft in the Art of Jazz.

Join hosts Edwin Williams (Musician/Founder, Jazz Matters Inc.) & Von Coulter (Actor/JazzBeats Radio Soulscape producer) on Mondays @ 7:30pm as they discuss all things Jazz. Interviews, live chats & more.

Upcoming Performances at The Wren’s Nest June 28 and July 26-7:30pm.

Check out our 2024 Schedule and visit The Jazz Matters Store on our website: www.yesjazzmatters.org

For More information, call or email: (404) 474-1211 YesJazzMatters@gmail.com

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Hapeville’s Movie Night Under the Stars at Jess Lucas Park has features in June and July with movies beginning at sundown. Prior to each showtime, activities will be available for all attendees to enjoy. Bring your blankets and chairs to enjoy a movie and remember- concessions will be available for purchase. Check with your local recreation departments for other outdoor movie activities in cities throughout the District.

For car enthusiasts, Hapeville’s Coffee and Chrome Car & Motorcycle Show is the second Saturday of each month from April thru September in Jess Lucas Park. Hapeville also has music activities throughout the seasons like Downtown Live concerts with different themes like Jazz & Seafood, Wings & Strings and a Chili Cookoff held in October.

Hapeville’s annual Happy Day Festival has music from recording artists, art vendors, and tasty food each night at Jess Lucas Park on September 20th and 21st.

Hapeville will once again sponsor a Dia de Los Muertos Celebration-the 6th annual celebration will take place on October 26th at Jess Lucas Park.

Tom E. Morris Sports Complex & Skate Park is a fun place to gather for skateboarding, tennis, a splash park, kids’ playground, outdoor picnic areas or football and baseball games.

The 43rd annual Sickle Cell Road Race/Walk on Saturday, Sept. 14th becomes an evening event with a free outdoor concert, food trucks on site and a candlelight vigil after the race.

Union City’s secret treasure of two hike and

biking trails is located at the Ronald Bridges Park. Mayor’s Park is a great place to take a leisure walk along the well-manicured walking trail, have a picnic or relax on a bench with free wireless access. Skaters head down to the Spohn Ranch Skatepark located on the corner of Roosevelt Hwy and Dixie Lake Rd. This 4,000 sq. ft. ramp filled concrete park allows skateboard adventurers of all skill levels.

Union City also has Light up the Night and Back 2 School Bash in July plus their annual Pinktober Breast Cancer Awareness 5K run and Fall Festival (both in October).

City of South Fulton is home to a choice of 17 parks, including a state-of-the-art dog park plus the South Fulton Tennis Center and the Burdett Tennis Center. Feel free to play a casual game with friends or join a team. Music concerts, National Night Out, September Fall Festival and other activities are on the city’s schedule so check out their website for more details.

As we move into fall and beyond, some cities have Veterans Day ceremonies to honor those who served our country in the armed forces. Many cities have National Night Out, Halloween activities, Thanksgiving celebrations and then it’s time for festive December holiday traditions like lighting of a Christmas tree, parades, Kwanza festivals and other fun-filled activities.

In the ATL Airport District, the possibilities for family fun and outdoor adventures are endless. So pack your bags, lace up your sneakers, and get ready to make unforgettable memories right here with family and friends.

Attractions

Attractions have seasonal hours. Call or check their websites for hours. Airport Area Attractions

Historic College Park Golf

3711 Fairway Drive, College Park 404-761-0731

Wolf Creek Golf

3000 Union Rd SW, City of South Fulton 404-344-1334

Sports Gateway Center Arena

2330 Convention Center Concourse 770-997-3566

GICC

2000 Convention Center Concourse 770-997-3566 www.gicc.com

Atlanta Attractions

Sports

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta United 1 AMB Drive Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30313 470-341-5000 Tour Info: 470-341-7500

State Farm Arena

Atlanta Hawks

1 Philips Dr, Atlanta 404-878-3000 www.Hawks.com

Museums & Historical Interest

Wren’s Nest

1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd., Atl 404-753-7735 www.wrensnest.org

The APEX Museum

135 Auburn Ave, Atl 404-523-2739

Atlanta Botanical Garden 1345 Piedmont Avenue NE Atl 404 876-5859

Atlanta History Center

130 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta 404-814-4000

Fernbank Museum of Nat. History

767 Clifton Rd NE, Atl 404-929-6300

High Museum of Art

1280 Peachtree St NE, Atl 404-733-4444

Family Fun

Stately Oaks Plantation

770-473-0197 100 Carriage Lane, Jonesboro, GA 30236

Beach at Clayton County International Park 770-603-4000 2300 Highway 138, Jonesboro, GA

William H. Reynolds Memorial Nature Preserve 770-603-4188 5665 Reynolds Road Morrow, GA 30260 Grounds Open 8am – Dusk

Music

Spivey Hall Clayton College & State University Ticket Office: 678-466-4200

2000 Clayton State Blvd, Morrow, GA 30260

Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta

275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr Atl 404 659-5437

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum

441 Freedom Pkwy NE Atl 404 865-7100

The King Center 449 Auburn Ave NE, Atl 404-526-8900

Margaret Mitchell House 990 Peachtree St, Atl 404-249-7015

Family Attractions

Centennial Olympic Park 265 Park Ave West N.W. Atl 404-223-4412

Georgia Aquarium 225 Baker St, NW Atl 404-581-4000

Inside CNN Studio Tour 1 CNN Center, NW Atl 404-827-2300

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center 3500 Peachtree Rd. NE Atl 404-848-9252

Six Flags Over Georgia

275 Riverside Pkwy SE, Austell 770-739-3400

Stone Mountain Park

Hwy 78 E, Stone Mountain Park 770-498-5690

Wolf Creek Amphitheatre

404-613-7539 3025 Merk Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30349

Theater & the Arts Academy Theatre

404-474-8332-599 N Central Ave Hapeville GA 30354 www. academytheatre.org

Clayton County Performing Arts

770-473-2875 2530 Mt Zion Pkwy Jonesboro, GA 30236

Southside Theatre Guild

770-969-0956 20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213

World of Coca-Cola

121 Baker St NW, Atl 404-676-5151

Zoo Atlanta

800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atl 404-624-WILD (9453)

Theater & the Arts

Alliance Theatre Company 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atl 404-733-4650

Atlanta Shakespeare Co. 499 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta 404-874-5299

Center for the Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St NW, Atl 404-873-3391 or 404-873-3089

Fabulous Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, Atl 404-881-2100

Woodruff Arts Center 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atl 404-733-4200

Variety Playhouse 1099 Euclid Ave Northeast Atl 404 524-7354

14th Street Playhouse 173 14th St, Atl 404-733-4750

Music

Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood

2002 Lakewood Ave SE, Atl 404-443-5000

Chastain Park Amphitheatre 4469 Stella Dr Atl 404 733-4900