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KNOW More: The sweeping musical Mother of God retells the familiar story of the birth of Jesus through the lens of his lesser known mother, Mary. 

 Sun, Dec 8   Wilbourn Sisters Design: Holiday Fashion Affair, Apex Museum, 135 Auburn Avenue, Downtown Atlanta  3pm-6pm TIckets:  $50 KNOW More: wilbournsistersdesigns.com/

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Dec 9, 2024 -Jan 25, 2025    Our Ancestral Garden the Exhibition: Honoring Black Victorian Material Culture & Accurate Black Americana by Author, Preservationist, Tanzy A. Ward, Apex Museum, 135 Auburn Avenue NE, Atlanta Tues-Sat:11am-3pm ( Closed Sun, Mon)  Admission: $12  KNOW More: apexmuseum.org vWhen reflecting on the primary image of Black Victorians, incorrect caricatures fueled by racism and white supremacy ideologies have overwhelmingly misconstrued the authentic essence of Black Americana and its material culture. 19th-century societal views significantly diminished the Black Victorian image and created a false narrative that did not reflect their true identity. Yet, the Black Victorian family rebelled against the accepted stereotypes and bravely documented their sentiments. Their heirlooms, the precious valuables they owned, were routinely photographed in portraits and passed down from generation to generation. For May’s Historic Preservation Month, we honor their stories and the historically significant material culture they left us.

KNOW More: Castleberry Hill Art Stroll. Troll's workshop is located at 239 Peters Street SW, at the corner of Fair and Peters streets. facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1052329000265752&set=a.566377445527579

Sat, Dec 14   Pop Up Vendors: Atlanta Municipal Market(aka: Sweet Auburn Curb Mkt), 209 Edgewood Avenue SE, Downtown Atlanta 8am-5pm  Vendor Fee: $45 + parking  KNOW More:

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Thurs,  Dec. 26, 2024 - Wed, Jan. 1, 2025 - Hammonds House Museum's  Virtual Kwanzaa Celebration KNOW More:  https://HammondsHouse.org for more updates on this exciting occasion.

Fri, Nov 29-Sun, Dec 15  Twas the Night Before, Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta  see website for times   Tickets: $34 and up   KNOW More:    cirquedusoleil.com/twas-the-night-before#about-the-show‘ Twas the Night Before… is Cirque du Soleil first holiday show, based on the classic poem “A Visit from Saint Nicolas” by Clement Clarke Moore. Memorable lines from this cherished classic inspired Cirque’s story about a jaded young girl who rediscovers the magic of the holidays. A festive flurry of love and cheer created especially for families, ‘Twas the Night Before… features thrilling acrobatics, lovable characters - and a soundtrack including holiday classics re-invented by Cirque du Soleil. The show was conceived and is directed by Cirque du Soleil Senior Artistic Director James Hadley, a 25-year veteran of circus productions and live theater.

Now - January 5, 2025      “Patterns in Abstraction: Black Quilts from the High’s Collection” exhibit, High Museum, 1280 Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta Tues-Sat: 10a,-5pm  Sun: 12mp-5pm Tickets: $23.50  KNOW More: high.org   Atlantaquiltfestival.com The Atlanta Quilt Festival celebrates African American quilting during the month of August with exhibits at the Southwest Arts Center, etc. 

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NOW Thru- Jan 19, 2025  Giants:Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beats & Alicia Keys, High Museum, 1280 Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta  Tues-Sat: 10a-5pm  Sun: 12pm-5pm  Tickets: $23.50 KNOW More:   high.orgGiants stands as a testament to the Deans’ ethos of “collecting and preserving the culture of ourselves for ourselves, now and into the future.” Through approximately 115 objects, including 98 major artworks, the exhibition will trace the evolution of an audacious and ambitious collection and explore the ways in which the featured artists and their work have grappled with societal issues, embraced monumentality, and made a palpable impact on the art canon. In addition to paintings, photographs, and sculptures, the galleries will include noteworthy examples of the Deans’ early non-art collecting interests, including albums, musical equipment, and BMX bikes, along with related ephemera. 

NOW ON SALE:   Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre Tickets  (Performances at the Fox Theatre in Midtown, 660 Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta   Dates & Times: Wed, Feb 12th-Fri, Feb 14th: 7:30pm, Sat, Feb 15th, 2pm & &:30pm - Sun, Feb 16th, 2pm  Performance schedule will announced at a later date  Check the website for ticket sales, student discounts and more.  ailey.org/series/ailey-atlanta     foxtheatre.org

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NOW Thru-Feb 16, 2025   Georgia O'Keeffee Photograph Exhibit, High Museum, 1280 Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta  museum hours: Tues-Sat: 10am-5pm  Sun: 12pm-5pm  Admission: $23 or (2nd Sunday of each month free  admission for all or 3rd Wednesdays of each month free for all, might have to register)  KNOW More:  high.org Famed for her images of flowers and Southwestern landscapes, American artist Georgia O’Keeffe (1887-1986) spent several years of her prolific career exploring the built environment of New York City with brush in hand. This fall, the High Museum of Art will be the exclusive venue in the Southeastern United States to present “Georgia O’Keeffe: ‘My New Yorks’” (Oct. 25, 2024-Feb. 16, 2025). Featuring approximately 100 works across a range of media including paintings, drawings, pastels and photographs, the exhibition is the first to seriously examine how O’Keeffe’s urban landscapes fit within the diverse context of her art.

NOW Thru- Feb 23, 2025   Imane Ayissi: From Africa to The World Fashion Exhibit, SCAD FASH, 1600 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta   Tues-Sat: 10am-5pm  Sun: 12pm-5pm  Admission: $10 KNOW More: scadfash.org/ Imane Ayissi was born in Cameroon to a family of artists and sportsmen. His father was a champion boxer, his mother was Miss Cameroon 1960, and his brothers and sisters are dancers and singers. As a member of the Cameroon National Ballet, he toured internationally while also working as a model for brands including Cardin, Dior, Lanvin, Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent, and Valentino, as well as appearing in various editorials and campaigns with renowned photographers. Ayissi became interested in fashion at a young age, making garments for his mother and later for one of the largest ateliers in Cameroon. Relocating to Paris, he began designing small collections and made-to-measure pieces for private clients. In 2010, Ayissi debuted at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. 

NOW Thru - Sept 2025  "More Than Brave: The Life of Hank Aaron, Atlanta History Center,  130 W. Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta  Ties-Sun: 9am-4pm Admission: $24  KNOW More:    atlantahistorycenter.com/exhibitions/more-than-brave-the-life-of-henry-aaron/ This exhibition tells the story of Henry Aaron from his time in Mobile, Alabama, to his record making baseball career and his life as a leader in baseball, business, and charitable causes. This event is free to members, registration is required. Peanuts, Cracker Jacks & other traditional ballpark snacks will be served.

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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 & Sundays now thru December     Creator’s Market(formerly Maker’s Market), Atlantic Station, Midtown Atlanta   KNOW More:   atlanticstation.com/event/creators-market/2023-03-05/  Shop local and celebrate Atlanta’s unstoppable creativity. Find festive art, jewelry, couture and more, all while supporting the creators of the South. Whether shopping for yourself or finding that perfect gift, the Market will offer a distinct shopping experience featuring more than a dozen vendors. Support our local entrepreneurs and shop a variety of hand-crafted products from jewelry and home décor to soaps and candles. There will be tasty treats, talented artists and fun for everyone!

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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bEHR Health is an AI-powered, real-time health tracker created to address systemic health inequities that predominately affect the Black community. shoppeblack.us/behr-health/

Copper and Brass is an Afrocentric Stationery and E-Commerce Gift Boutique that showcases the Black culture with exquisite illustrations, offering premium stationery, paper goods, and gifts. copperandbrass.net/

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FlameKeepers Hat Club is a Harlem-based, upscale hat store that offers an array of sophisticated hats in many styles. flamekeepershatclub.com

HBCU Prep School is a multimedia education company that creates products for children that promote Black culture, financial literacy, and technology. hbcuprepschool.com/

Base Ventures is a venture capital company that invests in seed-stage technology companies. base.ventures/

Basquiat Inspired Tote Bag by Khalif Thompson, The tote bags are made from soft canvas, durable fabric and include a 1" black strap for easy carrying on your shoulder.  All seams are double stitched for added durability.  Each tote is machine washable in cold water.  The title of the artwork is "SAMO" that is printed on the front side with the back side with the artist signature Khalif Thompson. blackartinamerica.com/products/basquiat-inspired-tote-bag

Herbin Co, This year's ultimate gift: A distinguished Herbin Co. custom hat or bag. Exceptional craftsmanship he'll admire daily. Limited editions. herbin.co/collections/gifts-for-him

World Dry Clean Inc. is an Atlanta-based pick-up/delivery garment cleaning and specialty care shop that uses the most current eco-friendly washing machines and cleaning processes. worlddryclean.com/

Coils to Locs is a wig resource for women of color searching for coily, curly wig styles at cancer center hospitals and medical hair loss salons. coilstolocsstore.com/

SIA, which stands for Somewhere In America, is owned by Devlin Carter. The brand is known for its unique and bold designs, making them a popular choice among its loyal following. siacollective.com/.

Dear Society, limited-edition 2025 planners, journals,  a Black-owned stationery line, are designed to help you make every goal count in style. shopdearsociety.com/

A Book of Poems for Black Kings, by Fulterius King/Step into the world where the voices of Black men and boys resonate, weaving tales of strength and triumph. Featuring heartfelt poetry and profound prose, this collection honors community, resilience, healing, and personal growth. fulteriusking.com/

HA KO leaf-shaped incense your daily rituals or delight a dear friend with exquisite HA KO leaf-shaped incense. Delicately crafted from Japanese washi paper and infused with natural essential oils, each one of these dreamy incense leaves offers a distinct scent to evoke different moods: No.1 Spicy Jasmine, No.3 Elegance Citrus, No.5 Smoky Cinnamon, No.6 White Floral, No.7 Green Grass, and No.8 True Aqua. If you can’t bear to burn these beauties, they’ll double as potpourri. The set comes with an unglazed plate and non-flammable felt pad thoughtfully packaged in a wooden box — details that make this gift all the more delightful. goodeeworld.com/collections/mothers-day/products/ha-ko-wooden-box-set-of-6-with-incense-mat-and-dish

Kalam Wrap Towel by Sabahar, Soft and durable towel to bring extra joy to your beach days, you’ll love the Kalam Wrap Towel by Sabahar. Adorned with a cotton braided fringe, the exquisite fabric, which is ethically crafted in Ethiopia using naturally dyed, locally sourced cotton, makes for one high-quality towel that can also double as a picnic blanket, a throw, or a beach cover-up. Lightweight and smooth to the touch, it will shake sand off easily and dry quickly. goodeeworld.com/collections/mothers-day/products/sabahar-kalam-wrap-towel

 Acclinate, a Birmingham, Alabama-based healthcare technology company has secured a $7 million Series A funding round. Led by Cencora Ventures with contributions from Labcorp and Latimer Ventures, this investment fuels Acclinate’s mission to empower underserved communities and transform healthcare equity. acclinate.com/

Sober Social Atlanta, Tucked in a converted warehouse in Castleberry Hill, the Sober Social offers people a place to drink and be merry alcohol-free. On offer are mocktails like the Socialite (hibiscus, fresh lime, agave and alternative tequila), non-alcoholic beer and wine. Sober Social also is experimenting with canna cocktails that add a hemp-derived Delta-8 mixture to the drinks and coffee. Certain types of THC that can come from hemp exist in a legal gray area in Georgia, since state and federal laws don’t explicitly ban it, unlike the Delta-9 THC that is found in traditional marijuana. thesobersocialbar.com/  

The Wrap Life,  the world’s most inclusive hair accessory brand offering products that are beautiful, functional, and intentionally designed. Hats, head wraps, turbans, bandies, head bands, beanies, scrunchies and more. thewrap.life

Kehinde Wiley,   add some art and color to your game with this limited-edition basketball featuring a detail from Kehinde Wiley's 2008 painting, Morpheus, reimagined from the Jean-Antoine Houdon 1777 marble sculpture of the same name. artwareeditions.com/products/morpheus-basketball-by-kehinde-wiley

Design Dua seeks to create opportunities for rural artisans through community empowerment, education and awareness. Design Dua sells beautiful handmade bassinets to showcases the true beauty of African design. They also double as an attractive storage option when your little ones aren't so little anymore. designdua.com/pages/our-founder

BEAUCOUP HOODOO is a concept ATRS BOOKSTORE + SPIRITUAL SHOPPE that features a wide range of publications about African Traditional Religions (ATRS),  carrying a hand picked selection of spiritual products for every day needs. beaucouphoodoo.com/

Books N Bros, Teen entrepreneur Sidney Keys III of Books N Bros spreads his love of literacy with this compilation reviewing his 44 inspiring books for black teen boys—from classic fiction to fantasy, graphic novels to history books. Empowering boys of color and advocating for African American literacy, Keys gives tips and ideas for how kids can advocate for reading right where they are now. amazon.com/Books-Bros-Inspiring-Black-Tomorrow/dp/1684620481?tag=simplemost-20

Marvin Sin, The Art of Leather represents an odyssey of 50+ years in the pursuit of mastery, fusing original fine art and unparalleled leather craftsmanship.   Our tradition has always combined art and functional objects.   Our art is original, one-of-a-kind, creations incorporating drawing, carving, sculpture and painting into representations that are culturally resonant and stunningly beautiful.   marvinsin.com/

The American Luxury Unlimited Brand is the embodiment of success & all the spoils you enjoy from it. Gold standard men's fragrance, apparel and more. americanluxuryunlimited.com/

Bespoke Binny, Layering lighting in a room can completely transform its look and feel. GH's Senior Home Editor has had her eyes on the striking patterned African-inspired lampshades that Natalie Manima carries in her Etsy shop, Bespoke Binny. Manima, who is of Ghanaian descent, also offers a slew of other home products, including pillows, blankets and placemats, that are just as stylish. etsy.com/shop/BespokeBinny

Augi Water, In an era where health-conscious consumers are increasingly seeking hydration solutions that not only quench their thirst but also nourish their bodies, the bottled water industry has witnessed a significant transformation. augiwater.com/

Black Men Smile, Apparel, Amplifying the Revolutionary Power of Black Joy! Apparel | Art | Activations.(available at selected Target Stores)  blackmensmile.com/

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/