The Goat Farm: Urban Art Space
Tue, 1/05/12 – 5:00 | No Comment

By Osayi Endolyn
You know a place has struck a chord with people when everyone describes it differently. The Goat Farm Arts Center, a twelve-acre property tucked away on the Westside, is just such a place.
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Theatre Review: ‘Xanadu’ at Actor’s Express
Wed, 16/05/12 – 10:41 | No Comment

By Manning Harris
fmanningh@gmail.com

“Xanadu,” Actor’s Express’ season closer, is completely wacky, delightfully preposterous, and totally irresistible.

They say that youth must be served; but it’s the power, beauty, and joy of youth that has not only bookended but rescued the Express’ season from dire financial straits, opening with the stunning “Spring Awakening” and now “Xanadu,” running through June 16.  Of course, angels (donors) have helped, too.  Their aid has been justified.

Based on the 1980 Olivia Newton-John film, which pretty much tanked at the box office but nevertheless developed a cult following, the musical play opened on Broadway in 2007 and ran for a respectable 500 performances.  I caught the show there and had a lot of fun.  Even the staid New Yorker critic said it was “probably the most fun you’ll have on Broadway this season.” Read the whole story »

Decatur implements Smart911
Tue, 15/05/12 – 15:08 | No Comment
Decatur implements Smart911

Decatur has implemented the national safety database Smart911 to improve 911 services for residents and business owners. Smart911 allows residents to create a safety profile of vital personal and household data, including household members, photos, …

Atlanta Streets Alive, Bicycle Parade coming May 20
Mon, 14/05/12 – 5:00 | No Comment
Atlanta Streets Alive, Bicycle Parade coming May 20

There will be a festival atmosphere as Atlanta Streets Alive returns on Sunday, May 20, but this isn’t your typical festival.
The fifth annual vent takes place over a two-mile stretch of North Highland Avenue from …

A touch of Germany at Downtown’s Der Biergarten
Sun, 13/05/12 – 10:17 | No Comment
A touch of Germany at Downtown’s Der Biergarten

By Priscilla Alarcon
SCAD INtown Takeover 2.0
As a member of the German Navy and a NATO employee, Wolfgang Hartert traveled the world, but no matter where he was living, he would say to his wife, Laura, …

Atlanta Dog Jog is May 12 at Piedmont Park
Fri, 11/05/12 – 13:02 | No Comment
Atlanta Dog Jog is May 12 at Piedmont Park

Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) is pleased to announce that the annual Atlanta Dog Jog, benefiting Canine Assistants and GVMA Foundation , will be held on Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m. in …

Theatre Review: ‘The Tempest’ at Piedmont Park
Thu, 10/05/12 – 14:26 | No Comment
Theatre Review: ‘The Tempest’ at Piedmont Park

By Manning Harris
fmanningh@gmail.com
Anyone who cares about theatre in Atlanta rejoices that Georgia Shakespeare, recently beset by financial woes (like so many arts organizations) has pulled itself back from the brink of doom, and in a …

Decatur Green Fest is May 12
Wed, 9/05/12 – 14:35 | No Comment
Decatur Green Fest is May 12

The Fourth Annual Decatur Green Fest will be held Saturday, May 12 from 2 – 10 p.m. in downtown Decatur and will feature live music, 50 green vendors, an organic tasting area, an artists’ market …