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 Fabulous Fox Theatre box office and online. Atlanta Get Ready! Big news: Ailey returns under the vision of new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack—a former Ailey dancer and trailblazer. Atlanta, you’ll be the first to see her touch on the company this season! Performances: Wednesday, February 11 – Sunday, February 15
Featuring new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack Prepare for stunning movements, soul-stirring moments, and Revelations you’ll treasure forever! Get your tickets at: Ailey.org | foxtheatre.org/events

 

 

Sat, Nov 29   Plantini,  75 Bennett St NW, Atlanta  Fri, 9am-6pm Sat: 9am-8pm Tickets: $15-$25  KNOW More: theseedatlanta.com  a 4in or 3in potted plant, a handcrafted drink, a curated goodie bag while supplies last, free repotting, more freebies and local businesses. 

 

Sat, Nov 29  Join the Atlanta Ailey Ambassadors for Street Teaming & Promoting Ailey!  Help us spread the word about Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater coming to the Fox Theatre, Feb 11–15, 2026. South Downtown & Castleberry Hill  Directory & Map: Castleberry Hill Atlanta Ailey Ambassadors Street Team Meetup Saturday, November 29 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Meet at Smorgasburg Atlanta – 140 Forsyth St, Downtown Atlanta From there, we’ll walk 1 block to Mitchell Street to visit spots like: CRATES ATL The Village Books @lovevillagebooks Castleberry Hill: ZuCot Gallery Zucotgallery.com, Brooklyn Tea Company brooklyntea.com, and more local businesses MARTA accessible – Garnett Station & Five Points What We’ll Do We’re hitting the streets to celebrate community, culture, and Ailey! Come meet the Ambassadors as we:  Distribute flyers  Answer your Ailey questions  Share exciting giveaways And more! Walk, drive, scooter, or bike—whatever works for you. Bring your energy, friends, and walking shoes! See you there! If you can’t join us, be sure to get your tickets online: ailey.org/atlanta With sincere gratitude,   Atlanta Ailey Ambassadors/KeithKNOWS Ailey Ambassador Coordinator

Sat, Nov 29  Small Business Saturday Atlanta Beltline Marketplace, 11am-3pm  Locations: Atlanta Beltline Marketplace at Freedom Parkway, Underneath the John Lewis Freedom Parkway Bridge on the Eastside Trail, Atlanta Beltline Marketplace at Irwin, 680 Irwin St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 on the Eastside Trail​, Atlanta Beltline Marketplace at Allene, 1089 Allene Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA. 30310 next to Trees Atlanta on the Southwest Trail, Atlanta Beltline Marketplace at Pittsburgh Yards, The Container Courtyard at Pittsburgh Yards on the Southside Trail  KNOW More: https://beltline.org/events/  ​Discover and support local small businesses this Small Business Saturday! Join us at the Atlanta Beltline Marketplace containers to shop with pop-up vendors from the Atlanta Beltline Indie Market Experience, a family-friendly, monthly artist market that showcases an array of creative, handmade crafts, and one-of-a-kind art. This event is part of the Beltline’s commitment to fostering economic growth along the 22-mile trail, ensuring our community of small businesses continues to thrive. 

Sat, Nov 29 Shop Small: Small Business Saturday, Kenekt Cooperative, 1492 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta  10am-3:30pm  Register: thekenekt.com/event-details/shop-small-saturday  KNOW More:  Shop Small Saturday and celebrate the amazing businesses in our commercial district.  Our holiday tradition is back with s'mores, specialty drinks at @404grounds , and more! We’re proud to celebrate Shop Small as a Neighborhood Champion in partnership with American Express. Use your AMEX at any small business that day and earn double rewards!

Sat, Nov 29  Small Business Saturday: The Beehive,  1250 Caroline St, ste C120, Atlanta 11am-7pm   KNOW More: thebeehiveatl.com/pages the beehive is a boutique collective comprised of independent designers with a focus on the local entrepreneur. Our product selection includes apparel, housewares, accessories, baby goods, local food goods and jewelry for everyone. 

NOW - Dec 6   I Will Not Bend An Inch exhibit(Nancy Elizabeth Prophet), Spelman College Museum of Fine Art/Camile Olivia Hanks Cosby Gallery,  350 Spelman Lane SW, Atlanta  Wed-Sat: 12pm-5pm $5 suggested donation  KNOW More: museum.spelman.edu  

 

KNOW More: Fri, Dec 5, shows.pancakesandbooze.com/shows/atlanta-05-dec-2025

  

  

 

 

 

NOW -  Dec 31, 2025  The Hoodie: Identity,  Power, Protest, MODA(Museum of Design Art), 1315  Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta see times on website  Admission: $10  KNOW More: museumofdesign.org/current-exhibition/ Simple in form, universal in closets, and endlessly adaptable, the hoodie is a staple of modern dress. But it’s far more than just a sweatshirt. The hoodie is a lightning rod — a garment charged with cultural meaning, entangled with fear, power, resistance, and identity.

 

 

 

Now- March 1, 2026  Andre Leon Talley: Style is Forever, SCADFASH, 1600 Peachtree St, MIdtown Atlanta Tues-Sat: 10am-5pm  Sun: 12pm-5pm (Closed Mondays) Admission: $10   KNOW More: scadfash.org  André Leon Talley: Style Is Forever is a tribute to the enduring legacy of André Leon Talley — distinguished editor, cultural icon, and beloved SCAD mentor and friend. The exhibition features nearly 70 looks from Talley’s personal collection, including ready-to-wear, couture, and bespoke pieces, highlighting some of his most recognizable moments from legendary Met Galas to famed front rows as well as more intimate occasions and celebrations.

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Third Wednesday of each month til 2027  Access For All, High Museum, 1280 Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta 10am-5pm FREE Admission(3rd Wed on each month)  KNOW More: high.orgThe High Museum launches monthly free Wednesday admission through early 2027

 

Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays(ongoing)    Midtown Atlanta Food  & Cocktail  WalkingTours, Saint Mark United Methodist Church(meeting location), 781 Peachtree St NE, Midtown Atlanta   Thurs, Fri, Sat  12:30pm(tour starts)  (tours ends near MARTA Midtown station)  $99 per person per day KNOW More:   Paid parking is available at 833 Peachtree St, or a few blocks from the North Ave MARTA station, Tours is 3 ½ hours, 1 easy mile.  Indulge in an eclectic array of cuisine & cocktails on this insider’s walking food & cocktail tour of the classy Atlanta neighborhood “Midtown” – located in the heart of the city between Downtown Atlanta and Buckhead.  Midtown is a chic, eclectic neighborhood where guests sample a variety of cuisines at a handful of unique restaurants. Don’t just sit down and eat, join us and dine through Atlanta! Dress comfortable and wear comfortable shoes.  southernculinarytours.com/atlanta/food-tours/atlanta-food-cocktail-tour  

Saturdays (all year round) Freedom Farmers Market, Carter Center, 453 Freedom Parkway NE, Atlanta 8:3am-12   KNOW More: freedomfarmersmkt.com/  Freedom Farmers Market at the Carter Center was formed in 2014 by a small group of Georgia farmers with one vision: bring local, sustainably grown food to intown Atlanta neighborhoods.The market, now open year-round, offers a wide range of organic, local products including: fresh produce, grass fed meats, dairy including cheeses, yogurt, milk, farm fresh eggs, handmade baked goods and preserves, coffee and more. Each market Year Round features live music and a local chef with hot prepared foods. The market also holds monthly events featuring the fruit or vegetable of the season and monthly chef demos.

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Buy Black, Gift Giving, “Ask Keith, KeithKNOWS” here's a list of where to find & buy black owned, affordable, quality handcrafted items, unique specialty shops, contemporary/ upscale/ one of kind gifts, artifacts, jewelry, original artwork, all occasion greeting cards, and much more.  "Elevate" your Gift Giving. Local, National, Online shopping. (Gift Cards will do too, use them wisely, check expiration date, policies, etc.)  https://keithknows.net/profiles/blogs/keithknows-black-business-all-occasion-shopping-guide

Ailey Shop, bags, scarf, media, fans, tees and more.  aileyshop.com

 Woodrow Nash Calendar 2026, Step into a year of inspiration with the 2026 Woodrow Nash Calendar — an oversized 14×14 visual journey through the spirit of African Nouveau. woodrownashstudios.com/product/2026-calendar/ 

SparkCharge is on a journey to change the way the world charges electric vehicles. Their charging-as-a-Service (CaaS) network, along with their mobile app Currently, enables EV owners to charge whenever and wherever they want. sparkcharge.io

Culture Greetings products are manufactured right here, in-house, in the USA, at their state of the art printing facility!  They Write. They Print. They Mail. It's simple: You pick a card and add a personal note. They  print, stamp and mail the cards to your recipient(s).  You also have the option of inserting a gift-card inside of the envelope. (Georgia)  culturegreetings.com/ 

Sweetkiwi yogurt, the Nigerian-American entrepreneur is the founder of Sweetkiwi, a yogurt brand launched in 2020. Inspired by her battle with uterine fibroids, which, at 22, she was advised might require surgery, Eigbe sought holistic alternatives. This journey led her to adopt a stricter diet and ultimately to create Sweetkiwi, a brand offering flavors such as vanilla bean, cookies & cream, mango passion fruit, hibiscus & ginger, chocolate hazelnut, and lemon blueberry parfait. sweetkiwi.com/

Gifts to Give:  Uncle Jimmy Poducts, Beard care, beard oils, balms, shaving creams & gels, hair, beard and body wash, beard growth oils, body lotions, molding putty, conditioners. unclejimmyproducts.com

Gifts to Give:  Lakay Designs, African inspired, bedding, clothes, art, lampshades, African print, rugs, chair covers, wall art, place mats, and more.  lakaydesigns.com  (Colorado)

Gifts to Give:  Bamboozle Jewelry, Handcrafted natural bamboo silver, bone jewelry, earspears, bracelets, necklaces, loc ties, belts, earrings and more.  bamboozlejewelry.com   (Louisiana)

Gifts to Give: Cocovaa Chocolatier, finest cacao beans, ganaches, bars, barks, caramels, mousses and more. cocovaa.com  (Wisconsin)

CISE is best known for its bold “Protect Black Women” and “Protect Black Men” vegan-leather bags. Beyond the message, the brand is committed to sustainability and social impact. cise.store

Brandon Blackwood, American Airlines has partnered with celebrated designer Brandon Blackwood to debut a line of limited-edition amenity kits for premium cabin passengers. brandonblackwood.com

 Denim Tears is a fashion label built on the principle that clothing can carry history. The brand, reportedly generating around $10 million annually, has become known not just for bold drops and coveted collaborations, but for embedding meaning into every stitch. denimtears.com

N'abali kids, Jean, a proud Haitian American, and Caroline, a Nigerian American, had exchanged vows in Imo State, Nigeria, years before. The artisans they encountered while designing their wedding outfits in Owerri left an indelible mark on their hearts. It was this cultural connection that sparked the inspiration for what would become N’abali Kids. shoppeblack.us/nabali-kids

Life is Deleesh, Delesia Watson, the founder of Life is Deleesh, a bespoke copywriting studio dedicated to luxury and premium brands, takes center stage in this interview. With a unique blend of her passion for writing and a profound understanding of the luxury industry, Delesia sheds light on her entrepreneurial journey and shares invaluable insights into the world of copywriting. deleesh.com

Dinobi Detergent,  plant-based laundry detergent free of synthetic chemicals, perfect for sensitive skin, and effective in maintaining clean, fresh-smelling clothes naturally. blkgrn.com/collections/dinobi

Ilera Apothecary, This brand offers a premium herbal mouth rinse that combines natural ingredients to promote oral health and freshness without harsh chemicals. blkgrn.com/collections/ilera-apothecary

 Gently Soap, botanical body care designed for sensitive skin with hypoallergenic, pH-balanced soap bars. These plant-based soaps are crafted to cleanse and nourish naturally. blkgrn.com/collections/all

Turmeric Magic is an all-natural, organic herbal tonic locally made in Atlanta, Ga. That is great for boosting energy and your immune system. turmericmagic.com/

Hirevue, is a way to interview anytime, anywhere, at your best. Interview when you want with a computer or smartphone. HireVue technology enables you to show employers your skills and potential beyond your resume or application. hirevue.com/

Dope Scrubs,  Created by a Nurse Practitioner, Dope Scrubs were designed with the purpose of allowing medical professionals to remain stylish and expressive through their attire without sacrificing function or comfort. dopescrubs.com/

VashtiBlue Jewelry a sustainable jewelry company. 85% of supplies are re-purposed and recycled. https://www.vashtibluejewelry.com/

Empower Palette, Skin & Hair Care, supple organics, handmade in small batches, cruelty free and all organic ingredients.  hempowerpalette.com/

Studio Nom, contemporary modern fiber art for the home. etsy.com/nl/shop/Studionom

Coach Kai combines Eric Sr.'s financial expertise with interactive guidance and educational content, empowering users on their journey to financial freedom. chatgpt.com/g/g-

 

Plant Dad & Moobience, Michael Odulana, founder of Plant Dad and Moobience, two wellness brands rooted in community, creativity, and bold vision. Through Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, a free online platform offering tools, courses, coaching, and grant opportunities for small businesses, Michael tapped into free courses and expert coaching that helped him grow his audience, launch successful pop-ups, and even go viral, with over 21 million views. 

15 Black Owned Vegan Bakeries to satisfy your sweet tooth.  From specialty vegan cookies to sweet Southern favorites, these Black-owned vegan bakeries across the U.S. keep hungry patrons coming back for more vegnews.com/2022/2/black-owned-vegan-bakeries

6 Ways To Increase Your Income Using The Internet. shoppeblack.us/2022/03/increase-your-income-online/

Bespoke Binny, offers high quality and modern African print homeware, such as beddings, blankets, throws, children collections, pillows, cushions, lampshades(lampshades classes), tablewares and more.  bespokebinny.com 

Black Pepper Paperie Co. is a Washington, DC-based mix-media art + design studio and lifestyle brand. BPPCo. focuses on creating globally-inspired, one-of-a-kind handcrafted pieces that include wearable ceramic art, home decor, paper goods, and apparel. studiobppco.com

Available at Beaucoup Hoodoo a Philly-based botanica and bookstore, Samantha Joes Barn Yard Florida water is used to cleanse oneself and space. Add some to a spiritual bath for a cleanse in the tub. beaucouphoodoo.com

Junior Wallstreeters,  Kevon Chisolm and his teenage son, Kamari, the founders of Junior Wallstreeters, Inc., have unveiled a double-header of programming designed to fight learning loss, narrow the racial wealth gap, and build the next generation of savvy investors. juniorwallstreeters.org 

BODDO Studio, found at Crates ATL, 215 Mitchell Street, Downtown Atlanta  BODDO translates to “beautiful” in Fulani, which is Aishah’s maternal ancestral lineage, tracing directly back to Mali in the Northwest region of Africa. Aishah's first drop: Cushions and Floor Pillows made from authentic Kuba cloth—each piece is rich with history, texture, and serious style. Beautiful, plant-based textiles handmade in the heart of Democratic Republic of Congo. Ready for your home.instagram.com/p/DJPQNS4gKQZ

Culture Greetings products are manufactured right here, in-house, in the USA, at their state of the art printing facility!  They Write. They Print. They Mail. It's simple: You pick a card and add a personal note. They  print, stamp and mail the cards to your recipient(s).  You also have the option of inserting a gift-card inside of the envelope. (Georgia)  culturegreetings.com/