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  string(6455) "Did you hear? Vaccines are all the rage — and possibly required. The Move is returning to a new normal of IRL gatherings, indoors and out. Check deets on event websites before attending, and remember, information changes when we’re still riding out a pandemic.

Cute pandemic trends to keep: sanitizer everywhere, six-foot minimum personal space, masks, everything cashless and delivered, WFH, and VACCINES! Plagues are scary, needles are not. Now, go out and show some love to our Atlanta creators!

Disclaimer: The Move does not recommend Twitter in life or in this column. Any @handles mentioned below are for Instagram.

!!Sat., Nov. 6-Sun., Nov. 14
Lucy Juggles: A Performance of Circus, Self and Other, Little 5 Points Center for Arts and Community — Lucy Edens expresses her one-woman, autobiographical busking show to Little 5 Points this month. Her personal narrative interweaves circus, humor, and poetry to explore identity, gender, and the human capacity for transformation.

Lucy Juggles: A Performance of Circus, Self and Other is an origin story, chronicling a journey of gradual self-discovery through fear, repression, acceptance, and celebration of the authentic self. This love letter to the liberating power of performance includes juggling, knives, unicycles, and fire.

A veteran Atlanta performance artist, unicyclist, juggler and transgender visibility advocate, Eden comes with a background in street performance, and a life-long passion for bringing circus arts to pedestrian spaces.

Fine print: This is an outdoor event. Masks and vax or negative PCR test are required. Limited seating will be provided, feel free to bring your own chairs and blankets.

$21-26. Sat. 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m, Sun. 5:00 p.m. Little 5 Points Center for Arts and Community,1083 Austin Ave. N.E. 7stage.org @lucyjuggles @7stagesatl

!!Sun., Nov. 7
Summerhill Sundays: A Vintage and Handmade Pop-Up, Georgia Vintage Goods — Vintage is a great excuse to visit Summerhill on a Sunday afternoon, especially if it’s to buy some ’96 Olympic gear, which is, yes, considered vintage now. Georgia Vintage Goods has been killing it with pop-up markets around Atlanta, with a focus on showcasing local artists, vintage curators, and handmade artisans from around the Southeast. They are teaming up with Carter Corporation to make this Summerhill pop-up a quarterly shindig.

Summerhill, a longtime former neighbor of Turner Field and the Olympic village, has seen a resurgence of restaurants trendy enough for the ’gram. Personal fav for a cute, fancy meal without the price tag to match — Little Bear. Big Softie is big delicious when it comes to soft serve. Just pack a chair, bc the line is long, sometimes extending out into the street, which has seemingly never stopped them from closing up shop.

Free.12:00 p.m. 17 Georgia Ave. S.E. @georgiavintagegoods

!!Sun., Nov. 7
WUSSY Mag present Bottom’s Up! A Drag Brunch, City Winery — WUSSY is back with another Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch. This month, guest Queen Laganja Estranja, RuPaul’s Drag Race star, recording artist, choreographer, and, of course, cannabis activist, is here. Along with being a full-time performer, Laganja is, you guessed it, into the ganja. She’s been featured twice in High Times Magazine and on the cover of Dope Magazine, making her the first LGBTQ+ advocate to be on any cannabis-related covers.

The good Lord’s work doesn’t stop there. Laganja launched a collection of marijuana-themed merchandise, including lines of jewelry, prerolled joints, and cannabis-infused, vegan edibles, making her one of the few queer voices in the commercial cannabis landscape.

Laganja Estranja, aka Jay Jackson, is the drag daughter of icon Alyssa Edwards, of the drag family Haus of Edwards. Accompanying Estranja are some at ATL’s most fine, hilarious, and flexible performers, including Nicole Paige Brooks from RuPaul’s Drag Race, Brigitte Bidet, Evangeline Laveau, Kristi Darling, and Molly Rimswell — all longtime favs of The Move. Warning, these events are not good for those laugh lines and may cause Botox to weaken over an afternoon of laughter.

Fine print: Masks and vax, or negative PCR test, required.

$25-30. Meet and greet with Laganja 11:30 a.m. Showtime 1:00 p.m. City Winery Atlanta, 650 North Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta wussymag.com @citywineryatl @wussymag @laganjaestranja

!!Ongoing from Mon., Nov. 22
IllumiNights at the Zoo: A Chinese Lantern Festival, Zoo Atlanta  IllumiNights at the Zoo is a new addition to Atlanta’s festive traditions.

Zoo Atlanta awakens at dark to a nighttime lantern wonderland celebrating the beauty of the natural world. More than 80 animal lanterns — some up to 20 feet tall — depicting some of Earth’s most charismatic creatures, are all made and hand-painted by Chinese artisans, representing thousands of hours of work. In keeping with Zoo Atlanta’s commitment to sustainability, each lantern also features environmentally friendly LED lights.

Hanart Culture, the creative team behind the lanterns, specializes in legendary Chinese Lantern festivals. The name is derived from “Han,” the largest nationality of China, and “art,” representing the variety of artistic styles influencing Hanart’s productions including Kung Fu and acrobatics.

Attendees should know that most animals go indoors before dark and will not be visible during IllumiNights. So, plan to visit the lanterns’ real-life counterparts during the day. The Endangered Species Carousel will be open during the festival, along with eats, drinks, and shopping. This is a rain or shine event.

Fine print: This is an indoor-outdoor event. Masks are required for all indoor areas.

$15-25. 5:30 p.m. Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Ave. S.E. zooatlanta.org @zooAtlanta

!!Fri., Nov. 26-Sun., Nov. 28
Home Alone in Concert, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra — This film needs no description. Who can forget classic Macaulay Culkin trying to survive while his parents manage to leave him behind for the holidays? Chances are you’ve never heard the story quite this way, with the film playing in tandem with Atlanta Symphony performing John Williams’ charming and nostalgic score.

Fine print: Masks and proof of vaccine are required.

$40-90. Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m. Sun. 3:00 p.m. Atlanta Symphony Hall,1280 Peachtree St. N.E. www.aso.org @atlantasymphony —CL—"
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Cute pandemic trends to keep: sanitizer everywhere, six-foot minimum personal space, masks, everything cashless and delivered, WFH, and VACCINES! Plagues are scary, needles are not. Now, go out and show some love to our Atlanta creators!

''Disclaimer: The Move does not recommend Twitter in life or in this column. Any @handles mentioned below are for Instagram.''

!!__Sat., Nov. 6-Sun., Nov. 14__
__''Lucy Juggles: A Performance of Circus, Self and Other''____, Little 5 Points Center for Arts and Community —__ Lucy Edens expresses her one-woman, autobiographical busking show to Little 5 Points this month. Her personal narrative interweaves circus, humor, and poetry to explore identity, gender, and the human capacity for transformation.

''Lucy Juggles: A Performance of Circus, Self and Other'' is an origin story, chronicling a journey of gradual self-discovery through fear, repression, acceptance, and celebration of the authentic self. This love letter to the liberating power of performance includes juggling, knives, unicycles, and fire.

A veteran Atlanta performance artist, unicyclist, juggler and transgender visibility advocate, Eden comes with a background in street performance, and a life-long passion for bringing circus arts to pedestrian spaces.

__Fine print:__ This is an outdoor event. Masks and vax or negative PCR test are required. Limited seating will be provided, feel free to bring your own chairs and blankets.

''$21-26. Sat. 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m, Sun. 5:00 p.m. Little 5 Points Center for Arts and Community,1083 Austin Ave. N.E. 7stage.org @lucyjuggles @7stagesatl''

!!__Sun., Nov. 7__
__Summerhill Sundays: A Vintage and Handmade Pop-Up, Georgia Vintage Goods —__ Vintage is a great excuse to visit Summerhill on a Sunday afternoon, especially if it’s to buy some ’96 Olympic gear, which is, yes, considered vintage now. Georgia Vintage Goods has been killing it with pop-up markets around Atlanta, with a focus on showcasing local artists, vintage curators, and handmade artisans from around the Southeast. They are teaming up with Carter Corporation to make this Summerhill pop-up a quarterly shindig.

Summerhill, a longtime former neighbor of Turner Field and the Olympic village, has seen a resurgence of restaurants trendy enough for the ’gram. Personal fav for a cute, fancy meal without the price tag to match — Little Bear. Big Softie is ''big'' delicious when it comes to soft serve. Just pack a chair, bc the line is long, sometimes extending out into the street, which has seemingly never stopped them from closing up shop.

''Free.12:00 p.m. 17 Georgia Ave. S.E. @georgiavintagegoods''

!!__Sun., Nov. 7__
__''WUSSY Mag''____ present Bottom’s Up! A Drag Brunch, City Winery —__ ''WUSSY'' is back with another Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch. This month, guest Queen Laganja Estranja, ''RuPaul’s Drag Race'' star, recording artist, choreographer, and, of course, cannabis activist, is here. Along with being a full-time performer, Laganja is, you guessed it, into the ganja. She’s been featured twice in ''High Times Magazine'' and on the cover of ''Dope Magazine'', making her the first LGBTQ+ advocate to be on any cannabis-related covers.

The good Lord’s work doesn’t stop there. Laganja launched a collection of marijuana-themed merchandise, including lines of jewelry, prerolled joints, and cannabis-infused, vegan edibles, making her one of the few queer voices in the commercial cannabis landscape.

Laganja Estranja, aka Jay Jackson, is the drag daughter of icon Alyssa Edwards, of the drag family Haus of Edwards. Accompanying Estranja are some at ATL’s most fine, hilarious, and flexible performers, including Nicole Paige Brooks from ''RuPaul’s Drag Race'', Brigitte Bidet, Evangeline Laveau, Kristi Darling, and Molly Rimswell — all longtime favs of The Move. Warning, these events are not good for those laugh lines and may cause Botox to weaken over an afternoon of laughter.

__Fine print:__ Masks and vax, or negative PCR test, required.

''$25-30. Meet and greet with Laganja 11:30 a.m. Showtime 1:00 p.m. City Winery Atlanta, 650 North Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta wussymag.com @citywineryatl @wussymag @laganjaestranja''

!!__Ongoing from Mon., Nov. 22__
__IllumiNights at the Zoo: A Chinese Lantern Festival, Zoo Atlanta __ IllumiNights at the Zoo is a new addition to Atlanta’s festive traditions.

Zoo Atlanta awakens at dark to a nighttime lantern wonderland celebrating the beauty of the natural world. More than 80 animal lanterns — some up to 20 feet tall — depicting some of Earth’s most charismatic creatures, are all made and hand-painted by Chinese artisans, representing thousands of hours of work. In keeping with Zoo Atlanta’s commitment to sustainability, each lantern also features environmentally friendly LED lights.

Hanart Culture, the creative team behind the lanterns, specializes in legendary Chinese Lantern festivals. The name is derived from “Han,” the largest nationality of China, and “art,” representing the variety of artistic styles influencing Hanart’s productions including Kung Fu and acrobatics.

Attendees should know that most animals go indoors before dark and will not be visible during IllumiNights. So, plan to visit the lanterns’ real-life counterparts during the day. The Endangered Species Carousel will be open during the festival, along with eats, drinks, and shopping. This is a rain or shine event.

__Fine print:__ This is an indoor-outdoor event. Masks are required for all indoor areas.

''$15-25. 5:30 p.m. Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Ave. S.E. zooatlanta.org @zooAtlanta''

!!__Fri., Nov. 26-Sun., Nov. 28__
__''Home Alone''____ in Concert, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra —__ This film needs no description. Who can forget classic Macaulay Culkin trying to survive while his parents manage to leave him behind for the holidays? Chances are you’ve never heard the story quite this way, with the film playing in tandem with Atlanta Symphony performing John Williams’ charming and nostalgic score.

__Fine print:__ Masks and proof of vaccine are required.

''$40-90. Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m. Sun. 3:00 p.m. Atlanta Symphony Hall,1280 Peachtree St. N.E. www.aso.org @atlantasymphony'' __—CL—__"
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Cute pandemic trends to keep: sanitizer everywhere, six-foot minimum personal space, masks, everything cashless and delivered, WFH, and VACCINES! Plagues are scary, needles are not. Now, go out and show some love to our Atlanta creators!

Disclaimer: The Move does not recommend Twitter in life or in this column. Any @handles mentioned below are for Instagram.

!!Sat., Nov. 6-Sun., Nov. 14
Lucy Juggles: A Performance of Circus, Self and Other, Little 5 Points Center for Arts and Community — Lucy Edens expresses her one-woman, autobiographical busking show to Little 5 Points this month. Her personal narrative interweaves circus, humor, and poetry to explore identity, gender, and the human capacity for transformation.

Lucy Juggles: A Performance of Circus, Self and Other is an origin story, chronicling a journey of gradual self-discovery through fear, repression, acceptance, and celebration of the authentic self. This love letter to the liberating power of performance includes juggling, knives, unicycles, and fire.

A veteran Atlanta performance artist, unicyclist, juggler and transgender visibility advocate, Eden comes with a background in street performance, and a life-long passion for bringing circus arts to pedestrian spaces.

Fine print: This is an outdoor event. Masks and vax or negative PCR test are required. Limited seating will be provided, feel free to bring your own chairs and blankets.

$21-26. Sat. 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m, Sun. 5:00 p.m. Little 5 Points Center for Arts and Community,1083 Austin Ave. N.E. 7stage.org @lucyjuggles @7stagesatl

!!Sun., Nov. 7
Summerhill Sundays: A Vintage and Handmade Pop-Up, Georgia Vintage Goods — Vintage is a great excuse to visit Summerhill on a Sunday afternoon, especially if it’s to buy some ’96 Olympic gear, which is, yes, considered vintage now. Georgia Vintage Goods has been killing it with pop-up markets around Atlanta, with a focus on showcasing local artists, vintage curators, and handmade artisans from around the Southeast. They are teaming up with Carter Corporation to make this Summerhill pop-up a quarterly shindig.

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Free.12:00 p.m. 17 Georgia Ave. S.E. @georgiavintagegoods

!!Sun., Nov. 7
WUSSY Mag present Bottom’s Up! A Drag Brunch, City Winery — WUSSY is back with another Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch. This month, guest Queen Laganja Estranja, RuPaul’s Drag Race star, recording artist, choreographer, and, of course, cannabis activist, is here. Along with being a full-time performer, Laganja is, you guessed it, into the ganja. She’s been featured twice in High Times Magazine and on the cover of Dope Magazine, making her the first LGBTQ+ advocate to be on any cannabis-related covers.

The good Lord’s work doesn’t stop there. Laganja launched a collection of marijuana-themed merchandise, including lines of jewelry, prerolled joints, and cannabis-infused, vegan edibles, making her one of the few queer voices in the commercial cannabis landscape.

Laganja Estranja, aka Jay Jackson, is the drag daughter of icon Alyssa Edwards, of the drag family Haus of Edwards. Accompanying Estranja are some at ATL’s most fine, hilarious, and flexible performers, including Nicole Paige Brooks from RuPaul’s Drag Race, Brigitte Bidet, Evangeline Laveau, Kristi Darling, and Molly Rimswell — all longtime favs of The Move. Warning, these events are not good for those laugh lines and may cause Botox to weaken over an afternoon of laughter.

Fine print: Masks and vax, or negative PCR test, required.

$25-30. Meet and greet with Laganja 11:30 a.m. Showtime 1:00 p.m. City Winery Atlanta, 650 North Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta wussymag.com @citywineryatl @wussymag @laganjaestranja

!!Ongoing from Mon., Nov. 22
IllumiNights at the Zoo: A Chinese Lantern Festival, Zoo Atlanta  IllumiNights at the Zoo is a new addition to Atlanta’s festive traditions.

Zoo Atlanta awakens at dark to a nighttime lantern wonderland celebrating the beauty of the natural world. More than 80 animal lanterns — some up to 20 feet tall — depicting some of Earth’s most charismatic creatures, are all made and hand-painted by Chinese artisans, representing thousands of hours of work. In keeping with Zoo Atlanta’s commitment to sustainability, each lantern also features environmentally friendly LED lights.

Hanart Culture, the creative team behind the lanterns, specializes in legendary Chinese Lantern festivals. The name is derived from “Han,” the largest nationality of China, and “art,” representing the variety of artistic styles influencing Hanart’s productions including Kung Fu and acrobatics.

Attendees should know that most animals go indoors before dark and will not be visible during IllumiNights. So, plan to visit the lanterns’ real-life counterparts during the day. The Endangered Species Carousel will be open during the festival, along with eats, drinks, and shopping. This is a rain or shine event.

Fine print: This is an indoor-outdoor event. Masks are required for all indoor areas.

$15-25. 5:30 p.m. Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Ave. S.E. zooatlanta.org @zooAtlanta

!!Fri., Nov. 26-Sun., Nov. 28
Home Alone in Concert, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra — This film needs no description. Who can forget classic Macaulay Culkin trying to survive while his parents manage to leave him behind for the holidays? Chances are you’ve never heard the story quite this way, with the film playing in tandem with Atlanta Symphony performing John Williams’ charming and nostalgic score.

Fine print: Masks and proof of vaccine are required.

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  string(11187) "Did you hear? Vaccines are all the rage — and possibly required. The Move is returning to a new normal of large IRL gatherings, indoors and out, some requiring masks and some even vaccines.

Cute pandemic trends to keep: sanitizer everywhere, six-foot minimum personal space, masks, everything cashless and delivered, and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century, because menus were gross long before today’s plague. There are golden nuggets in the form of free tickets laced throughout this month’s column. A thank you to the millions of readers out there.

Tell your favorite sex toy you’re ready to see other people, bc it’s time get back out in the city you love. You might want to find those pants you ditched in March 2020 if you’ve been Winnie the Poohing it on Zoom. Bottoms will be required to this month’s offline events. Be mindful of your public neighbors, and remember, you don’t have to wait until everything’s “OK” to be happy and enjoy life. Just ask a Republican.

Disclaimer: The Move does not recommend Twitter in life or in this column. Any @handles mentioned below are for Instagram.

!!Every 1st and 3rd Thurs.
AMEN! It’s A Drag Show — AMEN! is Edgewood’s longest running drag show, hitting four years strong. If you are one who wishes to pray away the gay, this newly renovated and expanded Church service is mandatory. Every first and third Thursday is hosted by Dotte Com, JayBella Bankz and TAYLOR ALXNDR. This month, Saliva Godiva and Tuna Fiasco make guest appearances. Shows are upstairs and are not ADA accessible.

Free. 21 and up. Doors 11 p.m. Show 11:30 p.m. Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E. sisterlouisaschurch.com @sisterlouisaschurch @sfqp @tayloralxndr @thedottecom @tunafiasco

!!Fri., Sept. 10
Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion Screening — Wussy Mag brings another cult-like experience appropriate for the masses. Romy and Michele have remained legends since their 1997 debut documenting their journey to their 10-year high school reunion. The opening scene, mingling fashion and No Doubt’s iconic hit “I’m Just a Girl,” puts you in Romy and Michele’s unrealistic beachfront apartment. From there, the audience learns what life was like for a blonde in LA in the late ’90s — exercising in platforms, dieting on gummy worms and candy corn, and pretending to invent Post-its, all while naturally donning the fashions of the ’80s and ’90s — thanks to flashbacks. You may have donated your VHS tapes, but the story is alive and well this month on the silver screen at the Plaza Theatre.

If people talking during movies drives you nuts, do not attend this screening. Crowd participation is encouraged. Brush up on the flick beforehand. You’d hate to be the only one in the theatre not quoting its most popular lines!

$15. The film is rated R. 9:30 p.m. Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. plazaatlanta.com wussymag.com @wussymag @plazatlanta

Fri., Sept 10 and Sat., Sept. 11

Candler Park Music Festival — Let the festivals begin — again! This festival moves from its regularly scheduled pre-COVID programming in June to two days in September. Friday’s party includes Galactic featuring Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, Voodoo Visionary, Ripe, and The Vegabonds. Saturday is filled with The Infamous Stringdusters, Spafford, The Dirty Guv’nahs, Marco Benevento, Hedonistas and Webster.

Taking a train to the Candler Park MARTA station is the easiest way to get there, and, for those peddling on two wheels, a free bike valet is being provided by Atlanta Bicycle Coalition. The Candler Park Music Festival benefits City of Atlanta Parks, Atlanta ContactPoint and Candler Park neighborhood 501c(3) organizations.

Golden nugget: First reader to DM CL mentioning free tix to CPMF wins a pair! Thanks for reading!

Single day general admission tickets start at $30. Weekend passes start at $40. Friday, 4 p.m. Saturday, noon. All ages. Candler Park, 1500 McLendon Avenue, candlerparkmusicfestival.com @candlerparkmusicfestival @rivalent

!!Sun., Sept. 12
Georgia Vintage Goods pop-up market at Atlanta Dairies — Vintage meets the ’90s at this pop-up, with 1996 Atlanta Olympic merch all the rage for young collectors — plus, decades before and after! Yes, Y2K fashion is back. All this and more will be on display and up for grabs at the Georgia Vintage Goods pop-up in the gravel lot at Atlanta Dairies. More than 50 vendors serving vintage clothes, arts and prints, handmade jewelry, leather goods, and probably some plants and macramé sandwiched in somewhere.

Atlanta Dairies’ newest tenants include City Champion, Young Blood, Proper Wax, and Paradiso Plant Shop. As always, there’s Wonderkid for grub. Get a beer at Three Taverns Imaginarium or coffee from Cold Brew and sip in the courtyard outside Atlanta’s newest venue, The Eastern. Everything’s located on a strip of Memorial Drive you won’t recognize if you haven’t visited in a while, conveniently BeltLine adjacent.

Free. All ages. Noon-6 p.m. Atlanta Dairies, 777 Memorial Drive S.E.

@georgiavintagegoods @atlantadaires @easternatl @youngbloodboutique @citychampionusa @proper.wax @coldbrewbar @wonderkidatl @3timaginarium

!!Fri., Sept. 17 — Sun., Sept. 19
Imagine Music Festival at Bouckaert Farm— A new home for Atlanta’s largest electronic festival awaits at Bouckaert Farm in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia. Ride the experiential wave of music, art, and camping just 14 miles south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Performers over the three days include Fisher, GRIZ, Excision, Illenium, and Liquid Stranger. There are a lot of acts, making this experience a wonderful treat for one’s wallet.

VIPs get an exclusive escape to the VIP Club by Oceania, express entry into the venue, private air-conditioned trailer restrooms (if you’ve outgrown the grime) and the privilege to chillax at the lounge or get up close to the main stage with pit-row access.

The preparty starts Thursday night with the bass ’n Wobble sound of the Belgian duo Ganja White Night. Note: If you want to attend the pre-party concert, you will need to purchase the pre-party pass as an add-on. If you want to camp on Thursday, you will need to purchase an early arrival pass.

What to bring: deet, glow sticks, clothes you don’t mind getting wet, biodegradable glitter, cup condoms and perhaps traditional condoms if consenting strangers are your thing.

A highlight of this “aquatic fairytale” is always the pool parties. Saturday, festival-goers will be treated to a Vegas-style pool party featuring Kaskade. The party takes place in a giant, shallow pool for floating on blow-up unicorns and doughnuts right in the heart of the temporary EDM city that is Imagine Fest.

Folx may remember Chattahoochee Hills as the home of CounterPoint Music Fest and TomorrowWorld, both impressive spectacles before the storms arrived.

Day passes start at $129 plus service fees and any add-ons you may choose. 18 and up. Bouckaert Farm, 10045 Cedar Grove Road, Fairburn, GA 30213. imaginefestival.com @imaginemusicfestival

!!Sat. Sept. 18 and Sun., Sept. 19
Music Midtown at Piedmont Park — This gathering of music fans in midtown Atlanta has hosted classic acts like Hall & Oats and the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Bonnie Raitt and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. A radically different lineup is offered this year after the young artists who played Music Midtown in 2019 didn’t miss a beat, appealing to more than 80,000 young adults having the time of their lives.

Original headliner Da Baby is “da canceled,” but 19 million accounts still follow the artist on Instagram. Are they bots? Or, are there that many homophobes who know Da Baby? Let’s be real, Lil Nas X would have been an ideal replacement for the homophobic former headliner. Instead, he was replaced with Marshmello, the only EDM act on the bill.

The Move supports Music Midtown bc we believe it’s important for every generation to have their time. Now is Gen Z’s time. Let them live and let them be contemporary! The complete schedule, with millennial sensation Miley Cyrus a must, may be found online.

General admission two-day passes start at $145. All ages. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Dr. N.E. musicmidtown.com @musicmidtown

!!Sun., Sept. 19
Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch at City Winery — Face it — brunch is basic without drag. Local stars of the tucked society and famed Ru Paul’s Drag Race talent share the stage indoors at City Winery once a month, thanks to organizers at Wussy Mag. This month’s lineup includes Trinity K. Bonet, Aiden Zhane and Nicole Paige Brooks.

If you don’t mind arriving melted, hop on some fuel-free wheels and take the BeltLine to Ponce City Market for the show. Watch out for off-leash toddlers, newbs walking in horizontal lines, and the endless non-profit volunteers stopping groups for signatures on the latest cause. Can’t they just step off to the side? SMH.

$25. All ages, must show ID to drink. Doors at noon. Show at 1 p.m. City Winery at Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta, wussymag.com @wussymag

!!Thurs., Sept. 23
Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers at The Eastern — Youngsters, the infamous 2Pac song “Changes” was a sample of Bruce Hornsby’s “The Way It Is.” Those younger than millennials may be shocked to learn a lot of the popular songs they are now discovering aren’t originals, but, we digress … “The Way It Is” was part of Hornsby’s 1986, Grammy-winning, debut album The Range. From 1990-92, Hornsby was a part-time member of the Grateful Dead. He’s responsible for the scores of six Spike Lee films. He has accumulated 13 GRAMMYS and collaborated with Bob Dylan, Chaka Khan, the Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Sting, Mavis Stapleton and Willie Nelson, to name drop just a tad. The views at The Eastern are good from every angle, making it the perfect place to witness Hornsby at work.

$35 and up. All ages, must show ID to drink. 8 p.m. The Eastern, 800 Old Flat Shoals Rd. S.E. EasternAtl.com @easternatl

!!Sat., Sept. 25-Sun., Sept. 26
AFROPUNK Atlanta at Atlantic Station — What is AFROPUNK? Their official website defines AFROPUNK as “an influential community of young, gifted people of all backgrounds who speak through music, art, film, comedy, fashion and more.” It is meant to highlight the Black presence in the American punk scene. “Remaining at the core of its mission,” they state, “are the punk principles of DIY aesthetics, radical thought and social nonconformity. AFROPUNK is a voice for the unwritten, unwelcome and unheard-of, redefining the urban experience.”

Live performances by Wale, SMINO, Rico Nasty, Dungeon Family’s KP the Great and Friends, Tems, Fouchee, and Lesibu Grand are included, along with beats by Georgia natives Kashii, Divine Interface and more.

Day tickets start at $70. Noon to 10 p.m. Atlantic Station Pinnacle Lot, 240 20th Street N.W. afropunk.com @afropunk —CL—"
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Cute pandemic trends to keep: sanitizer everywhere, six-foot minimum personal space, masks, everything cashless and delivered, and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century, because menus were gross long before today’s plague. There are golden nuggets in the form of free tickets laced throughout this month’s column. A thank you to the millions of readers out there.

Tell your favorite sex toy you’re ready to see other people, bc it’s time get back out in the city you love. You might want to find those pants you ditched in March 2020 if you’ve been Winnie the Poohing it on Zoom. Bottoms will be required to this month’s offline events. Be mindful of your public neighbors, and remember, you don’t have to wait until everything’s “OK” to be happy and enjoy life. Just ask a Republican.

''Disclaimer: The Move does not recommend Twitter in life or in this column. Any @handles mentioned below are for Instagram.''

!!__Every 1st and 3rd Thurs.__
[https://www.facebook.com/events/sister-louisas-church-of-the-living-room-and-ping-pong-emporium/amen-its-a-drag-show/331868901652892/|AMEN! It’s A Drag Show] — AMEN! is Edgewood’s longest running drag show, hitting four years strong. If you are one who wishes to pray away the gay, this newly renovated and expanded [https://www.sisterlouisaschurch.com/|Church] service is mandatory. Every first and third Thursday is hosted by Dotte Com, JayBella Bankz and TAYLOR ALXNDR. This month, Saliva Godiva and Tuna Fiasco make guest appearances. Shows are upstairs and are not ADA accessible.

Free. 21 and up. Doors 11 p.m. Show 11:30 p.m. Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E. sisterlouisaschurch.com @sisterlouisaschurch @sfqp @tayloralxndr @thedottecom @tunafiasco

!!__Fri., Sept. 10__
__''Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion''__ __Screening —__ [https://www.wussymag.com/|''Wussy Mag''] brings another cult-like experience appropriate for the masses. Romy and Michele have remained legends since their 1997 debut documenting their journey to their 10-year high school reunion. The opening scene, mingling fashion and No Doubt’s iconic hit “I’m Just a Girl,” puts you in Romy and Michele’s unrealistic beachfront apartment. From there, the audience learns what life was like for a blonde in LA in the late ’90s — exercising in platforms, dieting on gummy worms and candy corn, and pretending to invent Post-its, all while naturally donning the fashions of the ’80s and ’90s — thanks to flashbacks. You may have donated your VHS tapes, but the story is alive and well this month on the silver screen at the [http://plazaatlanta.com/|Plaza Theatre].

If people talking during movies ''drives you nuts'', do not attend this screening. Crowd participation is encouraged. Brush up on the flick beforehand. You’d hate to be the only one in the theatre not quoting its most popular lines!

''$15. The film is rated R. 9:30 p.m. Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. plazaatlanta.com wussymag.com @wussymag @plazatlanta''

__Fri., Sept 10 and Sat., Sept. 11__

[https://candlerparkmusicfestival.com/|Candler Park Music Festival] — Let the festivals begin — again! This festival moves from its regularly scheduled pre-COVID programming in June to two days in September. Friday’s party includes Galactic featuring Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, Voodoo Visionary, Ripe, and The Vegabonds. Saturday is filled with The Infamous Stringdusters, Spafford, The Dirty Guv’nahs, Marco Benevento, Hedonistas and Webster.

Taking a train to the Candler Park MARTA station is the easiest way to get there, and, for those peddling on two wheels, a free bike valet is being provided by Atlanta Bicycle Coalition. The Candler Park Music Festival benefits City of Atlanta Parks, Atlanta ContactPoint and Candler Park neighborhood 501c(3) organizations.

Golden nugget: First reader to DM ''CL'' mentioning free tix to CPMF wins a pair! Thanks for reading!

''Single day general admission tickets start at $30. Weekend passes start at $40. Friday, 4 p.m. Saturday, noon. All ages. Candler Park, 1500 McLendon Avenue, candlerparkmusicfestival.com @candlerparkmusicfestival @rivalent''

!!__Sun., Sept. 12__
[https://www.instagram.com/georgiavintagegoods|Georgia Vintage Goods] pop-up market at [http://atlantadairies.com/|Atlanta Dairies] — Vintage meets the ’90s at this pop-up, with 1996 Atlanta Olympic merch all the rage for young collectors — plus, decades before and after! Yes, Y2K fashion is back. All this and more will be on display and up for grabs at the Georgia Vintage Goods pop-up in the gravel lot at Atlanta Dairies. More than 50 vendors serving vintage clothes, arts and prints, handmade jewelry, leather goods, and probably some plants and macramé sandwiched in somewhere.

Atlanta Dairies’ newest tenants include City Champion, Young Blood, Proper Wax, and Paradiso Plant Shop. As always, there’s Wonderkid for grub. Get a beer at Three Taverns Imaginarium or coffee from Cold Brew and sip in the courtyard outside Atlanta’s newest venue, The [https://easternatl.com/|Eastern]. Everything’s located on a strip of Memorial Drive you won’t recognize if you haven’t visited in a while, conveniently [https://beltline.org/|BeltLine] adjacent.

''Free. All ages. Noon-6 p.m. Atlanta Dairies, 777 Memorial Drive S.E.''

''@georgiavintagegoods @atlantadaires @easternatl @youngbloodboutique @citychampionusa @proper.wax @coldbrewbar @wonderkidatl @3timaginarium''

!!__Fri., Sept. 17 — Sun., Sept. 19__
[https://www.imaginefestival.com/|Imagine Music Festival] at Bouckaert Farm— A new home for Atlanta’s largest electronic festival awaits at Bouckaert Farm in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia. Ride the experiential wave of music, art, and camping just 14 miles south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Performers over the three days include Fisher, GRIZ, Excision, Illenium, and Liquid Stranger. There are a lot of acts, making this experience a wonderful treat for one’s wallet.

VIPs get an exclusive escape to the VIP Club by Oceania, express entry into the venue, private air-conditioned trailer restrooms (if you’ve outgrown the grime) and the privilege to chillax at the lounge or get up close to the main stage with pit-row access.

The preparty starts Thursday night with the bass ’n Wobble sound of the Belgian duo Ganja White Night. Note: If you want to attend the pre-party concert, you will need to purchase the pre-party pass as an add-on. If you want to camp on Thursday, you will need to purchase an early arrival pass.

What to bring: deet, glow sticks, clothes you don’t mind getting wet, biodegradable glitter, cup condoms and perhaps traditional condoms if consenting strangers are your thing.

A highlight of this “aquatic fairytale” is always the pool parties. Saturday, festival-goers will be treated to a Vegas-style pool party featuring Kaskade. The party takes place in a giant, shallow pool for floating on blow-up unicorns and doughnuts right in the heart of the temporary EDM city that is Imagine Fest.

Folx may remember Chattahoochee Hills as the home of CounterPoint Music Fest and TomorrowWorld, both impressive spectacles before the storms arrived.

''Day passes start at $129 plus service fees and any add-ons you may choose. 18 and up. Bouckaert Farm, 10045 Cedar Grove Road, Fairburn, GA 30213. imaginefestival.com @imaginemusicfestival''

!!__Sat. Sept. 18 and Sun., Sept. 19__
[https://www.musicmidtown.com/|Music Midtown] at Piedmont Park — This gathering of music fans in midtown Atlanta has hosted classic acts like Hall & Oats and the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Bonnie Raitt and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. A radically different lineup is offered this year after the young artists who played Music Midtown in 2019 didn’t miss a beat, appealing to more than 80,000 young adults having the time of their lives.

Original headliner Da Baby is “da canceled,” but 19 million accounts still follow the artist on Instagram. Are they bots? Or, are there that many homophobes who know Da Baby? Let’s be real, Lil Nas X would have been an ideal replacement for the homophobic former headliner. Instead, he was replaced with Marshmello, the only EDM act on the bill.

The Move supports Music Midtown bc we believe it’s important for every generation to have their time. Now is Gen Z’s time. Let them live and let them be contemporary! The complete schedule, with millennial sensation Miley Cyrus a must, may be found online.

''General admission two-day passes start at $145. All ages. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Dr. N.E. musicmidtown.com @musicmidtown''

!!__Sun., Sept. 19__
[https://citywinery.com/atlanta/Online/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=ATL-bottoms-up-9-19-21-1p&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=&fbclid=IwAR0ryQAY4HtpP3RfSQN2bRrvkavdRZZyeoqpgWqWubKYRd-9vieg9AH0RVg|Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch at City Winery] — Face it — brunch is basic without drag. Local stars of the tucked society and famed ''Ru Paul’s Drag Race'' talent share the stage indoors at City Winery once a month, thanks to organizers at ''Wussy Mag''. This month’s lineup includes Trinity K. Bonet, Aiden Zhane and Nicole Paige Brooks.

If you don’t mind arriving melted, hop on some fuel-free wheels and take the BeltLine to Ponce City Market for the show. Watch out for off-leash toddlers, newbs walking in horizontal lines, and the endless non-profit volunteers stopping groups for signatures on the latest cause. Can’t they just step off to the side? SMH.

''$25. All ages, must show ID to drink. Doors at noon. Show at 1 p.m. City Winery at Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta, wussymag.com @wussymag''

!!__Thurs., Sept. 23__
[https://easternatl.com/|Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers] at The Eastern — Youngsters, the infamous 2Pac song “Changes” was a sample of Bruce Hornsby’s “The Way It Is.” Those younger than millennials may be shocked to learn a lot of the popular songs they are now discovering aren’t originals, but, we digress … “The Way It Is” was part of Hornsby’s 1986, Grammy-winning, debut album ''The Range''. From 1990-92, Hornsby was a part-time member of the Grateful Dead. He’s responsible for the scores of six Spike Lee films. He has accumulated 13 GRAMMYS and collaborated with Bob Dylan, Chaka Khan, the Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Sting, Mavis Stapleton and Willie Nelson, to name drop just a tad. The views at The Eastern are good from every angle, making it the perfect place to witness Hornsby at work.

''$35 and up. All ages, must show ID to drink. 8 p.m. The Eastern, 800 Old Flat Shoals Rd. S.E. EasternAtl.com @easternatl''

!!__Sat., Sept. 25-Sun., Sept. 26__
[https://afropunk.com/|AFROPUNK] Atlanta at Atlantic Station — What is AFROPUNK? Their official website defines AFROPUNK as “an influential community of young, gifted people of all backgrounds who speak through music, art, film, comedy, fashion and more.” It is meant to highlight the Black presence in the American punk scene. “Remaining at the core of its mission,” they state, “are the punk principles of DIY aesthetics, radical thought and social nonconformity. AFROPUNK is a voice for the unwritten, unwelcome and unheard-of, redefining the urban experience.”

Live performances by Wale, SMINO, Rico Nasty, Dungeon Family’s KP the Great and Friends, Tems, Fouchee, and Lesibu Grand are included, along with beats by Georgia natives Kashii, Divine Interface and more.

''Day tickets start at $70. Noon to 10 p.m. Atlantic Station Pinnacle Lot, 240 20th Street N.W. afropunk.com @afropunk'' —CL—"
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Cute pandemic trends to keep: sanitizer everywhere, six-foot minimum personal space, masks, everything cashless and delivered, and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century, because menus were gross long before today’s plague. There are golden nuggets in the form of free tickets laced throughout this month’s column. A thank you to the millions of readers out there.

Tell your favorite sex toy you’re ready to see other people, bc it’s time get back out in the city you love. You might want to find those pants you ditched in March 2020 if you’ve been Winnie the Poohing it on Zoom. Bottoms will be required to this month’s offline events. Be mindful of your public neighbors, and remember, you don’t have to wait until everything’s “OK” to be happy and enjoy life. Just ask a Republican.

Disclaimer: The Move does not recommend Twitter in life or in this column. Any @handles mentioned below are for Instagram.

!!Every 1st and 3rd Thurs.
AMEN! It’s A Drag Show — AMEN! is Edgewood’s longest running drag show, hitting four years strong. If you are one who wishes to pray away the gay, this newly renovated and expanded Church service is mandatory. Every first and third Thursday is hosted by Dotte Com, JayBella Bankz and TAYLOR ALXNDR. This month, Saliva Godiva and Tuna Fiasco make guest appearances. Shows are upstairs and are not ADA accessible.

Free. 21 and up. Doors 11 p.m. Show 11:30 p.m. Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E. sisterlouisaschurch.com @sisterlouisaschurch @sfqp @tayloralxndr @thedottecom @tunafiasco

!!Fri., Sept. 10
Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion Screening — Wussy Mag brings another cult-like experience appropriate for the masses. Romy and Michele have remained legends since their 1997 debut documenting their journey to their 10-year high school reunion. The opening scene, mingling fashion and No Doubt’s iconic hit “I’m Just a Girl,” puts you in Romy and Michele’s unrealistic beachfront apartment. From there, the audience learns what life was like for a blonde in LA in the late ’90s — exercising in platforms, dieting on gummy worms and candy corn, and pretending to invent Post-its, all while naturally donning the fashions of the ’80s and ’90s — thanks to flashbacks. You may have donated your VHS tapes, but the story is alive and well this month on the silver screen at the Plaza Theatre.

If people talking during movies drives you nuts, do not attend this screening. Crowd participation is encouraged. Brush up on the flick beforehand. You’d hate to be the only one in the theatre not quoting its most popular lines!

$15. The film is rated R. 9:30 p.m. Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. plazaatlanta.com wussymag.com @wussymag @plazatlanta

Fri., Sept 10 and Sat., Sept. 11

Candler Park Music Festival — Let the festivals begin — again! This festival moves from its regularly scheduled pre-COVID programming in June to two days in September. Friday’s party includes Galactic featuring Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, Voodoo Visionary, Ripe, and The Vegabonds. Saturday is filled with The Infamous Stringdusters, Spafford, The Dirty Guv’nahs, Marco Benevento, Hedonistas and Webster.

Taking a train to the Candler Park MARTA station is the easiest way to get there, and, for those peddling on two wheels, a free bike valet is being provided by Atlanta Bicycle Coalition. The Candler Park Music Festival benefits City of Atlanta Parks, Atlanta ContactPoint and Candler Park neighborhood 501c(3) organizations.

Golden nugget: First reader to DM CL mentioning free tix to CPMF wins a pair! Thanks for reading!

Single day general admission tickets start at $30. Weekend passes start at $40. Friday, 4 p.m. Saturday, noon. All ages. Candler Park, 1500 McLendon Avenue, candlerparkmusicfestival.com @candlerparkmusicfestival @rivalent

!!Sun., Sept. 12
Georgia Vintage Goods pop-up market at Atlanta Dairies — Vintage meets the ’90s at this pop-up, with 1996 Atlanta Olympic merch all the rage for young collectors — plus, decades before and after! Yes, Y2K fashion is back. All this and more will be on display and up for grabs at the Georgia Vintage Goods pop-up in the gravel lot at Atlanta Dairies. More than 50 vendors serving vintage clothes, arts and prints, handmade jewelry, leather goods, and probably some plants and macramé sandwiched in somewhere.

Atlanta Dairies’ newest tenants include City Champion, Young Blood, Proper Wax, and Paradiso Plant Shop. As always, there’s Wonderkid for grub. Get a beer at Three Taverns Imaginarium or coffee from Cold Brew and sip in the courtyard outside Atlanta’s newest venue, The Eastern. Everything’s located on a strip of Memorial Drive you won’t recognize if you haven’t visited in a while, conveniently BeltLine adjacent.

Free. All ages. Noon-6 p.m. Atlanta Dairies, 777 Memorial Drive S.E.

@georgiavintagegoods @atlantadaires @easternatl @youngbloodboutique @citychampionusa @proper.wax @coldbrewbar @wonderkidatl @3timaginarium

!!Fri., Sept. 17 — Sun., Sept. 19
Imagine Music Festival at Bouckaert Farm— A new home for Atlanta’s largest electronic festival awaits at Bouckaert Farm in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia. Ride the experiential wave of music, art, and camping just 14 miles south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Performers over the three days include Fisher, GRIZ, Excision, Illenium, and Liquid Stranger. There are a lot of acts, making this experience a wonderful treat for one’s wallet.

VIPs get an exclusive escape to the VIP Club by Oceania, express entry into the venue, private air-conditioned trailer restrooms (if you’ve outgrown the grime) and the privilege to chillax at the lounge or get up close to the main stage with pit-row access.

The preparty starts Thursday night with the bass ’n Wobble sound of the Belgian duo Ganja White Night. Note: If you want to attend the pre-party concert, you will need to purchase the pre-party pass as an add-on. If you want to camp on Thursday, you will need to purchase an early arrival pass.

What to bring: deet, glow sticks, clothes you don’t mind getting wet, biodegradable glitter, cup condoms and perhaps traditional condoms if consenting strangers are your thing.

A highlight of this “aquatic fairytale” is always the pool parties. Saturday, festival-goers will be treated to a Vegas-style pool party featuring Kaskade. The party takes place in a giant, shallow pool for floating on blow-up unicorns and doughnuts right in the heart of the temporary EDM city that is Imagine Fest.

Folx may remember Chattahoochee Hills as the home of CounterPoint Music Fest and TomorrowWorld, both impressive spectacles before the storms arrived.

Day passes start at $129 plus service fees and any add-ons you may choose. 18 and up. Bouckaert Farm, 10045 Cedar Grove Road, Fairburn, GA 30213. imaginefestival.com @imaginemusicfestival

!!Sat. Sept. 18 and Sun., Sept. 19
Music Midtown at Piedmont Park — This gathering of music fans in midtown Atlanta has hosted classic acts like Hall & Oats and the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Bonnie Raitt and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. A radically different lineup is offered this year after the young artists who played Music Midtown in 2019 didn’t miss a beat, appealing to more than 80,000 young adults having the time of their lives.

Original headliner Da Baby is “da canceled,” but 19 million accounts still follow the artist on Instagram. Are they bots? Or, are there that many homophobes who know Da Baby? Let’s be real, Lil Nas X would have been an ideal replacement for the homophobic former headliner. Instead, he was replaced with Marshmello, the only EDM act on the bill.

The Move supports Music Midtown bc we believe it’s important for every generation to have their time. Now is Gen Z’s time. Let them live and let them be contemporary! The complete schedule, with millennial sensation Miley Cyrus a must, may be found online.

General admission two-day passes start at $145. All ages. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Dr. N.E. musicmidtown.com @musicmidtown

!!Sun., Sept. 19
Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch at City Winery — Face it — brunch is basic without drag. Local stars of the tucked society and famed Ru Paul’s Drag Race talent share the stage indoors at City Winery once a month, thanks to organizers at Wussy Mag. This month’s lineup includes Trinity K. Bonet, Aiden Zhane and Nicole Paige Brooks.

If you don’t mind arriving melted, hop on some fuel-free wheels and take the BeltLine to Ponce City Market for the show. Watch out for off-leash toddlers, newbs walking in horizontal lines, and the endless non-profit volunteers stopping groups for signatures on the latest cause. Can’t they just step off to the side? SMH.

$25. All ages, must show ID to drink. Doors at noon. Show at 1 p.m. City Winery at Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta, wussymag.com @wussymag

!!Thurs., Sept. 23
Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers at The Eastern — Youngsters, the infamous 2Pac song “Changes” was a sample of Bruce Hornsby’s “The Way It Is.” Those younger than millennials may be shocked to learn a lot of the popular songs they are now discovering aren’t originals, but, we digress … “The Way It Is” was part of Hornsby’s 1986, Grammy-winning, debut album The Range. From 1990-92, Hornsby was a part-time member of the Grateful Dead. He’s responsible for the scores of six Spike Lee films. He has accumulated 13 GRAMMYS and collaborated with Bob Dylan, Chaka Khan, the Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Sting, Mavis Stapleton and Willie Nelson, to name drop just a tad. The views at The Eastern are good from every angle, making it the perfect place to witness Hornsby at work.

$35 and up. All ages, must show ID to drink. 8 p.m. The Eastern, 800 Old Flat Shoals Rd. S.E. EasternAtl.com @easternatl

!!Sat., Sept. 25-Sun., Sept. 26
AFROPUNK Atlanta at Atlantic Station — What is AFROPUNK? Their official website defines AFROPUNK as “an influential community of young, gifted people of all backgrounds who speak through music, art, film, comedy, fashion and more.” It is meant to highlight the Black presence in the American punk scene. “Remaining at the core of its mission,” they state, “are the punk principles of DIY aesthetics, radical thought and social nonconformity. AFROPUNK is a voice for the unwritten, unwelcome and unheard-of, redefining the urban experience.”

Live performances by Wale, SMINO, Rico Nasty, Dungeon Family’s KP the Great and Friends, Tems, Fouchee, and Lesibu Grand are included, along with beats by Georgia natives Kashii, Divine Interface and more.

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Cute plague trends to keep on a sort-of-kind-of post-pandemic planet: sanitizer everywhere; six-foot personal space; masks can be fashun, too; stay cashless; delivery of everything; and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century, because menus were gross long before today’s plague. It might be time to tell your favorite sex toy it’s time to see other people.

Warning! As much as we’ve loved Winnie the Poohing it at home, pants will be required to this month’s offline events. These moves should be consumed at your own risk, preferably vaxxed. Also, please, stop saying “vaxxed and waxed,” because it’s super basic, Becky. Read on for the t, aka truth, pandemic-surviving lil’ Bithkitz.

!!SATURDAY, AUGUST 7
Atlanta Field Day — Many will be pleased to hear experts have found treatment for ZDG, Zoom Doom ’n Gloom. This new, yet common, illness is caused by long periods of communicating screen to screen with little to no human contact. Side effects of ZDG vary, but include fatigue, rapid aging, and the inability to perform social norms offline. Modern medicine studied pre-coronavirus cases, determining that classic treatments such as tug of war, relay races, and obstacle courses, in groups, does wonders for those suffering with ZDG. That’s right! Just like you when you peaked in middle school.

Study participants are welcome as individuals, or groups of eight, and must be willing to play nicely with others to win the ultimate cure, the 2021 “King of the Field” title and/or spirit award. Study volunteers to assist patients are also in need. No prior recess experience required. Take the BeltLine, as parking will be pricey or impossible.

Team of eight, $500; individual $62.50. Bar opens at 10 a.m. Team check-in by 11:15 a.m. Historic Fourth Ward Skate Park, 830 Willoughby Way N.E. Rain date: August 14. atlfieldday.com @atlfieldday

“A Better View” Opening Reception — Stroll the BeltLine down from Adult Field Day or come so fresh and so clean to ABV Gallery’s new group artist summer exhibition. A collection with more than 30 global artists will be displayed via 2’ X 2’ pieces of art. Reppin’ ATL will be Tommy Bronx, Dr. Dax, Vera Pawelzik, The Black Rabbit, PaperFrank, Niki Zarrabi, Matthew Evans, Greg Mike, Dana Sanmar, BigTeeff, Ashton Anderson, Ash “Wolfdog” Hayner, and others from the ATL.

The opening reception Saturday is the kind of  place to see and be seen if you’re looking for that hip art community sort of vibe. The crowd will be casual, yet delightfully eclectic, spilling out of the gallery space onto the large patio and green space. If you have the means, drop some cash on the collection, showing through September 18.

Free. Opening reception, 6-10 p.m. ABV Agency and Gallery, 659 Auburn Ave. N.E., #504. abvatl.com @abvgallery

!!SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
Intro to Wood Working: Wood Basics and Four Squaring — Are you one of those humans who spent the majority of 2020 improving yourself with new knowledge or hobbies? This move is for the ultimate hobbyist. Summer in the South blows. Instead of moping around feeling sad, moist and itchy, pass the time making things like wooden spoons and knives, or learning wood lathing, welding, leather working, blacksmithing, and how to cast silver. This course is just one of many offered by MASS Collective located downtown.

MASS Collective will help you turn raw materials into everyday items you’ll be proud of. Get the lowdown on shop safety with instructor Anthony Gaskins, a local woodworker, sculptor, and shop manager with MASS Collective. They have a BFA in Printmaking and Book Arts from the University of Georgia, and own and operate Pitter Patter, a small custom fabrication company.

$75. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MASS Collective, 364 Nelson St. S.W., Basement Workshop. masscollective.org @masscollective

!!FRIDAY, AUGUST 13–SUNDAY, AUGUST 15
BeReggae —If you’re looking for the largest gathering of Black, Afro-Caribbean diasporic families in Atlanta, possibly the country, look no further than this Afro-Caribbean music and arts festival, BeReggae.

This year includes “AFRO-CON,” the Afro-Diasporic Convention immersive three-day experience with the world’s first augmented reality live in-person music festival. Those present will be able to interact with virtual images and activations in real time, in real space, in-person at the event just by using the camera on a smartphone. Put your device down and shop at the indie artist and apparel market, then stick around for a fiery installation by BonfireAtl if you’re into Burning Man energies.

Free. All ages. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. each day. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Drive. atlreggaeinthepark.com @atlreggaeinthepark

Hoochin’ Blues Party 2021 — Still prefer the great outdoors to indoor virus-life? Or maybe your swamp ass is just too sticky to handle. As goes the gospel, “Way down yonder on the Chattahoochee, It gets hotter than a hoochie coochie.” Thank you, Alan Jackson, for that painfully accurate description.

The only cure for steaming hoochie coochie is floating in the ice-cold baby rapids of the Chattahoochee River. Take a break from meditating, gardening, or catfishing to enjoy a float any day, or come for tunes by nationally touring blues artists.

The Hoochin’ Blues Party is two days and three nights of blues music on the banks of the Chattahoochee river. Pro-tip:  Those who float, rarely need bathroom breaks. Yes, it’s in the evening, so make sure to attach glow sticks to that tube. Visit the website below for times and locations as the date approaches.

Free. 8 p.m.-11 p.m. bluesdanceatl.org @bluesdanceatl

!!FRIDAY, AUGUST 13–MONDAY, AUGUST 16
The Show Must Go On — The Bakery East Point will be the home of the latest solo installation from mixed-media artist, Kate Luther. Think humorous hand-painted and sewn domestic objects that initiate their own personality to take on the role of props and different characters. Hot tip! Attendees on Saturday eve will see the garments come to life when two burlesque dancers become part of the installation.

More on The Bakery East Point … Jefferson Station houses our beloved Bakie this year. The space is outfitted with gallery and project space, a conference room, and six 132-square-foot residency studios. All located conveniently by the East Point MARTA transit station. MARTA is smarta!

1 p.m.-4 p.m., Fri., Aug. 13, Sun., Aug. 15, and Mon. Aug. 16, donation-based tickets; 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat., Aug. 14, $8 tickets for performance. The Bakery East Point, 1526 E. Forrest Ave., East Point. TheBakeryAtlanta.com @thebakeryatlanta @katelutherart

!!SATURDAY, AUGUST 21
Pop Basel ATLANTA — Yes, as in that Basel — Art Basel in Miami Beach — the one gathering galleries from around the globe, is popping up for its second time in ATL, identifying as Pop Basel.

Picture visual artists, streetwear brands, rising independent fashion stars, and music. Promoters promise live DJs and music artists from their pop-up merch tables, “giving attendees a unique twist of entertainment” in a warehouse environment for an instant kewl factor.

The creative director is responsible for some of that design at your local Waffle House, on your Rap Snacks, and maybe you’ve seen G.O.A.T. Andre 3k’s Pop Culture garment — all by none other than William Floyd, better known as KingPop.

Tickets from $15 for live performances only;-$25 for market, panel, and live performances; with $40 for All-Access. 2 p.m.-1 a.m. Mann Robinson Studios, 1035 Donnelly Ave. S.W. popbasel.com @popbasel William MOSES Floyd

!!WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25
Violet Chachki’s “A Lot More Me” — Atlanta born and raised, Paul Jason Dardo grew up and blossomed into Violet Chachki. It is Chachki who went on to win RuPaul Drag Race’s seventh season, and returns to her Southern roots every so often to slay us with her latest act. This isn’t just drag. It’s burlesque, aerial arts, acrobatics, and eye candy fit for a qWeen.

Chachki will woo audiences in one of Atlanta’s sexiest venues, Variety Playhouse in Little Five Points. An act and venue that are neither rusty nor dusty. Well, bc she’s rehearsed, and the venue’s been cleaned. That was a little COVID-19 humor for y’all. Too soon?

Tickets from $29. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. N.E. variety-playhouse.com @varietyplayhouse @violetchachki

!!FRIDAY, AUGUST 27–SUNDAY, AUGUST 29
Days of the Dead — It’s horrific! If you’re into that sort of thing, the Days of the Dead horror festival lands downtown at the Sheraton this month. Stars of the weekend will include the kid from E.T., now a grown adult by the name of Henry Thomas, and his E.T. silver screen mom and horror regular, Dee Wallace. E.T. itself is unable to attend this year due to COVID restrictions. Also appearing, Sky Elobar and Michael St. Michaels, stars of cult classic, The Greasy Strangler. Warning: Once seen, you cannot unsee the “The Greasy Strangler.”

Blood, guts, iconic death divas, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Seriously! Kids under 12 are not only welcome, they’re admitted for free! This festival, celebrating all things gore on film, will require masks in all public spaces to avoid zombie outbreaks.

Tickets from $25.99, 12 and under are free. 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri., Aug. 27; 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. Aug. 28; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. Aug. 29. Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, 165 Courtland St. N.E. www.daysofthedead.com @daysofthedeadhorrorcon

!!SEPTEMBER
Sneak peek: “The Art of Banksy: Without Limits” opens at Underground Atlanta September 3. And it’s not the Underground Atlanta you’ll remember from back in 2019. More to come. CLATL.com/TheMove

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Cute plague trends to keep on a sort-of-kind-of post-pandemic planet: sanitizer everywhere; six-foot personal space; masks can be fashun, too; stay cashless; delivery of everything; and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century, because menus were gross long before today’s plague. It might be time to tell your favorite sex toy it’s time to see other people.

Warning! As much as we’ve loved Winnie the Poohing it at home, pants will be required to this month’s offline events. These moves should be consumed at your own risk, preferably vaxxed. Also, please, stop saying “vaxxed and waxed,” because it’s super basic, ''Becky''. Read on for the t, aka truth, pandemic-surviving lil’ Bithkitz.

!!__SATURDAY, AUGUST 7__
Atlanta Field Day — Many will be pleased to hear experts have found treatment for ZDG, Zoom Doom ’n Gloom. This new, yet common, illness is caused by long periods of communicating screen to screen with little to no human contact. Side effects of ZDG vary, but include fatigue, rapid aging, and the inability to perform social norms offline. Modern medicine studied pre-coronavirus cases, determining that classic treatments such as tug of war, relay races, and obstacle courses, in groups, does wonders for those suffering with ZDG. That’s right! Just like you when you peaked in middle school.

Study participants are welcome as individuals, or groups of eight, and must be willing to play nicely with others to win the ultimate cure, the 2021 “King of the Field” title and/or spirit award. Study volunteers to assist patients are also in need. No prior recess experience required. Take the BeltLine, as parking will be pricey or impossible.

''Team of eight, $500; individual $62.50. Bar opens at 10 a.m. Team check-in by 11:15 a.m. Historic Fourth Ward Skate Park, 830 Willoughby Way N.E. Rain date: August 14. atlfieldday.com @atlfieldday''

“A Better View” Opening Reception — Stroll the BeltLine down from Adult Field Day or come so fresh and so clean to ABV Gallery’s new group artist summer exhibition. A collection with more than 30 global artists will be displayed via 2’ X 2’ pieces of art. Reppin’ ATL will be Tommy Bronx, Dr. Dax, Vera Pawelzik, The Black Rabbit, PaperFrank, Niki Zarrabi, Matthew Evans, Greg Mike, Dana Sanmar, BigTeeff, Ashton Anderson, Ash “Wolfdog” Hayner, and others from the ATL.

The opening reception Saturday is the kind of  place to see and be seen if you’re looking for that hip art community sort of vibe. The crowd will be casual, yet delightfully eclectic, spilling out of the gallery space onto the large patio and green space. If you have the means, drop some cash on the collection, showing through September 18.

''Free. Opening reception, 6-10 p.m. ABV Agency and Gallery, 659 Auburn Ave. N.E., #504. abvatl.com @abvgallery''

!!__SATURDAY, AUGUST 14__
Intro to Wood Working: Wood Basics and Four Squaring — Are you one of those humans who spent the majority of 2020 improving yourself with new knowledge or hobbies? This move is for the ultimate hobbyist. Summer in the South blows. Instead of moping around feeling sad, moist and itchy, pass the time making things like wooden spoons and knives, or learning wood lathing, welding, leather working, blacksmithing, and how to cast silver. This course is just one of many offered by MASS Collective located downtown.

MASS Collective will help you turn raw materials into everyday items you’ll be proud of. Get the lowdown on shop safety with instructor Anthony Gaskins, a local woodworker, sculptor, and shop manager with MASS Collective. They have a BFA in Printmaking and Book Arts from the University of Georgia, and own and operate Pitter Patter, a small custom fabrication company.

''$75. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MASS Collective, 364 Nelson St. S.W., Basement Workshop. masscollective.org @masscollective''

!!__FRIDAY, AUGUST 13–SUNDAY, AUGUST 15__
BeReggae —If you’re looking for the largest gathering of Black, Afro-Caribbean diasporic families in Atlanta, possibly the country, look no further than this Afro-Caribbean music and arts festival, BeReggae.

This year includes “AFRO-CON,” the Afro-Diasporic Convention immersive three-day experience with the world’s first augmented reality live in-person music festival. Those present will be able to interact with virtual images and activations in real time, in real space, in-person at the event just by using the camera on a smartphone. Put your device down and shop at the indie artist and apparel market, then stick around for a fiery installation by BonfireAtl if you’re into Burning Man energies.

''Free. All ages. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. each day. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Drive. atlreggaeinthepark.com @atlreggaeinthepark''

Hoochin’ Blues Party 2021 — Still prefer the great outdoors to indoor virus-life? Or maybe your swamp ass is just too sticky to handle. As goes the gospel, “Way down yonder on the Chattahoochee, It gets hotter than a hoochie coochie.” Thank you, Alan Jackson, for that painfully accurate description.

The only cure for steaming hoochie coochie is floating in the ice-cold baby rapids of the Chattahoochee River. Take a break from meditating, gardening, or catfishing to enjoy a float any day, or come for tunes by nationally touring blues artists.

The Hoochin’ Blues Party is two days and three nights of blues music on the banks of the Chattahoochee river. Pro-tip:  Those who float, rarely need bathroom breaks. Yes, it’s in the evening, so make sure to attach glow sticks to that tube. Visit the website below for times and locations as the date approaches.

''Free. 8 p.m.-11 p.m. bluesdanceatl.org @bluesdanceatl''

!!__FRIDAY, AUGUST 13–MONDAY, AUGUST 16__
The Show Must Go On — The Bakery East Point will be the home of the latest solo installation from mixed-media artist, Kate Luther. Think humorous hand-painted and sewn domestic objects that initiate their own personality to take on the role of props and different characters. Hot tip! Attendees on Saturday eve will see the garments come to life when two burlesque dancers become part of the installation.

More on The Bakery East Point … Jefferson Station houses our beloved Bakie this year. The space is outfitted with gallery and project space, a conference room, and six 132-square-foot residency studios. All located conveniently by the East Point MARTA transit station. MARTA is smarta!

''1 p.m.-4 p.m., Fri., Aug. 13, Sun., Aug. 15, and Mon. Aug. 16, donation-based tickets; 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat., Aug. 14, $8 tickets for performance. The Bakery East Point, 1526 E. Forrest Ave., East Point. TheBakeryAtlanta.com @thebakeryatlanta @katelutherart''

!!__SATURDAY, AUGUST 21__
Pop Basel ATLANTA — Yes, as in ''that'' Basel — Art Basel in Miami Beach — the one gathering galleries from around the globe, is popping up for its second time in ATL, identifying as ''Pop Basel''.

Picture visual artists, streetwear brands, rising independent fashion stars, and music. Promoters promise live DJs and music artists from their pop-up merch tables, “giving attendees a unique twist of entertainment” in a warehouse environment for an instant kewl factor.

The creative director is responsible for some of that design at your local Waffle House, on your Rap Snacks, and maybe you’ve seen G.O.A.T. Andre 3k’s Pop Culture garment — all by none other than William Floyd, better known as KingPop.

''Tickets from $15 for live performances only;-$25 for market, panel, and live performances; with $40 for All-Access. 2 p.m.-1 a.m. Mann Robinson Studios, 1035 Donnelly Ave. S.W. popbasel.com @popbasel @kingpopdesign''

!!__WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25__
Violet Chachki’s “A Lot More Me” — Atlanta born and raised, Paul Jason Dardo grew up and blossomed into Violet Chachki. It is Chachki who went on to win RuPaul Drag Race’s seventh season, and returns to her Southern roots every so often to slay us with her latest act. This isn’t just drag. It’s burlesque, aerial arts, acrobatics, and eye candy fit for a qWeen.

Chachki will woo audiences in one of Atlanta’s sexiest venues, Variety Playhouse in Little Five Points. An act and venue that are neither rusty nor dusty. Well, bc she’s rehearsed, and the venue’s been cleaned. That was a little COVID-19 humor for y’all. Too soon?

''Tickets from $29. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. N.E. variety-playhouse.com @varietyplayhouse @violetchachki''

!!__FRIDAY, AUGUST 27–SUNDAY, AUGUST 29__
Days of the Dead — It’s horrific! If you’re into that sort of thing, the Days of the Dead horror festival lands downtown at the Sheraton this month. Stars of the weekend will include the kid from ''E.T.'', now a grown adult by the name of Henry Thomas, and his ''E.T.'' silver screen mom and horror regular, Dee Wallace. E.T. itself is unable to attend this year due to COVID restrictions. Also appearing, Sky Elobar and Michael St. Michaels, stars of cult classic, ''The Greasy Strangler''. ''Warning: Once seen, you cannot unsee the “The Greasy Strangler.”''

Blood, guts, iconic death divas, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Seriously! Kids under 12 are not only welcome, they’re admitted for free! This festival, celebrating all things gore on film, will require masks in all public spaces to avoid zombie outbreaks.

''Tickets from $25.99, 12 and under are free. 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri., Aug. 27; 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. Aug. 28; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. Aug. 29. Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, 165 Courtland St. N.E. www.daysofthedead.com @daysofthedeadhorrorcon''

!!__SEPTEMBER__
Sneak peek: “The Art of Banksy: Without Limits” opens at Underground Atlanta September 3. And it’s not the Underground Atlanta you’ll remember from back in 2019. More to come. ''CLATL.com/TheMove''

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Cute plague trends to keep on a sort-of-kind-of post-pandemic planet: sanitizer everywhere; six-foot personal space; masks can be fashun, too; stay cashless; delivery of everything; and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century, because menus were gross long before today’s plague. It might be time to tell your favorite sex toy it’s time to see other people.

Warning! As much as we’ve loved Winnie the Poohing it at home, pants will be required to this month’s offline events. These moves should be consumed at your own risk, preferably vaxxed. Also, please, stop saying “vaxxed and waxed,” because it’s super basic, Becky. Read on for the t, aka truth, pandemic-surviving lil’ Bithkitz.

!!SATURDAY, AUGUST 7
Atlanta Field Day — Many will be pleased to hear experts have found treatment for ZDG, Zoom Doom ’n Gloom. This new, yet common, illness is caused by long periods of communicating screen to screen with little to no human contact. Side effects of ZDG vary, but include fatigue, rapid aging, and the inability to perform social norms offline. Modern medicine studied pre-coronavirus cases, determining that classic treatments such as tug of war, relay races, and obstacle courses, in groups, does wonders for those suffering with ZDG. That’s right! Just like you when you peaked in middle school.

Study participants are welcome as individuals, or groups of eight, and must be willing to play nicely with others to win the ultimate cure, the 2021 “King of the Field” title and/or spirit award. Study volunteers to assist patients are also in need. No prior recess experience required. Take the BeltLine, as parking will be pricey or impossible.

Team of eight, $500; individual $62.50. Bar opens at 10 a.m. Team check-in by 11:15 a.m. Historic Fourth Ward Skate Park, 830 Willoughby Way N.E. Rain date: August 14. atlfieldday.com @atlfieldday

“A Better View” Opening Reception — Stroll the BeltLine down from Adult Field Day or come so fresh and so clean to ABV Gallery’s new group artist summer exhibition. A collection with more than 30 global artists will be displayed via 2’ X 2’ pieces of art. Reppin’ ATL will be Tommy Bronx, Dr. Dax, Vera Pawelzik, The Black Rabbit, PaperFrank, Niki Zarrabi, Matthew Evans, Greg Mike, Dana Sanmar, BigTeeff, Ashton Anderson, Ash “Wolfdog” Hayner, and others from the ATL.

The opening reception Saturday is the kind of  place to see and be seen if you’re looking for that hip art community sort of vibe. The crowd will be casual, yet delightfully eclectic, spilling out of the gallery space onto the large patio and green space. If you have the means, drop some cash on the collection, showing through September 18.

Free. Opening reception, 6-10 p.m. ABV Agency and Gallery, 659 Auburn Ave. N.E., #504. abvatl.com @abvgallery

!!SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
Intro to Wood Working: Wood Basics and Four Squaring — Are you one of those humans who spent the majority of 2020 improving yourself with new knowledge or hobbies? This move is for the ultimate hobbyist. Summer in the South blows. Instead of moping around feeling sad, moist and itchy, pass the time making things like wooden spoons and knives, or learning wood lathing, welding, leather working, blacksmithing, and how to cast silver. This course is just one of many offered by MASS Collective located downtown.

MASS Collective will help you turn raw materials into everyday items you’ll be proud of. Get the lowdown on shop safety with instructor Anthony Gaskins, a local woodworker, sculptor, and shop manager with MASS Collective. They have a BFA in Printmaking and Book Arts from the University of Georgia, and own and operate Pitter Patter, a small custom fabrication company.

$75. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MASS Collective, 364 Nelson St. S.W., Basement Workshop. masscollective.org @masscollective

!!FRIDAY, AUGUST 13–SUNDAY, AUGUST 15
BeReggae —If you’re looking for the largest gathering of Black, Afro-Caribbean diasporic families in Atlanta, possibly the country, look no further than this Afro-Caribbean music and arts festival, BeReggae.

This year includes “AFRO-CON,” the Afro-Diasporic Convention immersive three-day experience with the world’s first augmented reality live in-person music festival. Those present will be able to interact with virtual images and activations in real time, in real space, in-person at the event just by using the camera on a smartphone. Put your device down and shop at the indie artist and apparel market, then stick around for a fiery installation by BonfireAtl if you’re into Burning Man energies.

Free. All ages. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. each day. Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Drive. atlreggaeinthepark.com @atlreggaeinthepark

Hoochin’ Blues Party 2021 — Still prefer the great outdoors to indoor virus-life? Or maybe your swamp ass is just too sticky to handle. As goes the gospel, “Way down yonder on the Chattahoochee, It gets hotter than a hoochie coochie.” Thank you, Alan Jackson, for that painfully accurate description.

The only cure for steaming hoochie coochie is floating in the ice-cold baby rapids of the Chattahoochee River. Take a break from meditating, gardening, or catfishing to enjoy a float any day, or come for tunes by nationally touring blues artists.

The Hoochin’ Blues Party is two days and three nights of blues music on the banks of the Chattahoochee river. Pro-tip:  Those who float, rarely need bathroom breaks. Yes, it’s in the evening, so make sure to attach glow sticks to that tube. Visit the website below for times and locations as the date approaches.

Free. 8 p.m.-11 p.m. bluesdanceatl.org @bluesdanceatl

!!FRIDAY, AUGUST 13–MONDAY, AUGUST 16
The Show Must Go On — The Bakery East Point will be the home of the latest solo installation from mixed-media artist, Kate Luther. Think humorous hand-painted and sewn domestic objects that initiate their own personality to take on the role of props and different characters. Hot tip! Attendees on Saturday eve will see the garments come to life when two burlesque dancers become part of the installation.

More on The Bakery East Point … Jefferson Station houses our beloved Bakie this year. The space is outfitted with gallery and project space, a conference room, and six 132-square-foot residency studios. All located conveniently by the East Point MARTA transit station. MARTA is smarta!

1 p.m.-4 p.m., Fri., Aug. 13, Sun., Aug. 15, and Mon. Aug. 16, donation-based tickets; 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Sat., Aug. 14, $8 tickets for performance. The Bakery East Point, 1526 E. Forrest Ave., East Point. TheBakeryAtlanta.com @thebakeryatlanta @katelutherart

!!SATURDAY, AUGUST 21
Pop Basel ATLANTA — Yes, as in that Basel — Art Basel in Miami Beach — the one gathering galleries from around the globe, is popping up for its second time in ATL, identifying as Pop Basel.

Picture visual artists, streetwear brands, rising independent fashion stars, and music. Promoters promise live DJs and music artists from their pop-up merch tables, “giving attendees a unique twist of entertainment” in a warehouse environment for an instant kewl factor.

The creative director is responsible for some of that design at your local Waffle House, on your Rap Snacks, and maybe you’ve seen G.O.A.T. Andre 3k’s Pop Culture garment — all by none other than William Floyd, better known as KingPop.

Tickets from $15 for live performances only;-$25 for market, panel, and live performances; with $40 for All-Access. 2 p.m.-1 a.m. Mann Robinson Studios, 1035 Donnelly Ave. S.W. popbasel.com @popbasel William MOSES Floyd

!!WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25
Violet Chachki’s “A Lot More Me” — Atlanta born and raised, Paul Jason Dardo grew up and blossomed into Violet Chachki. It is Chachki who went on to win RuPaul Drag Race’s seventh season, and returns to her Southern roots every so often to slay us with her latest act. This isn’t just drag. It’s burlesque, aerial arts, acrobatics, and eye candy fit for a qWeen.

Chachki will woo audiences in one of Atlanta’s sexiest venues, Variety Playhouse in Little Five Points. An act and venue that are neither rusty nor dusty. Well, bc she’s rehearsed, and the venue’s been cleaned. That was a little COVID-19 humor for y’all. Too soon?

Tickets from $29. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. N.E. variety-playhouse.com @varietyplayhouse @violetchachki

!!FRIDAY, AUGUST 27–SUNDAY, AUGUST 29
Days of the Dead — It’s horrific! If you’re into that sort of thing, the Days of the Dead horror festival lands downtown at the Sheraton this month. Stars of the weekend will include the kid from E.T., now a grown adult by the name of Henry Thomas, and his E.T. silver screen mom and horror regular, Dee Wallace. E.T. itself is unable to attend this year due to COVID restrictions. Also appearing, Sky Elobar and Michael St. Michaels, stars of cult classic, The Greasy Strangler. Warning: Once seen, you cannot unsee the “The Greasy Strangler.”

Blood, guts, iconic death divas, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Seriously! Kids under 12 are not only welcome, they’re admitted for free! This festival, celebrating all things gore on film, will require masks in all public spaces to avoid zombie outbreaks.

Tickets from $25.99, 12 and under are free. 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri., Aug. 27; 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. Aug. 28; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. Aug. 29. Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, 165 Courtland St. N.E. www.daysofthedead.com @daysofthedeadhorrorcon

!!SEPTEMBER
Sneak peek: “The Art of Banksy: Without Limits” opens at Underground Atlanta September 3. And it’s not the Underground Atlanta you’ll remember from back in 2019. More to come. CLATL.com/TheMove

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The Music Room may be a blessed memory, but its legacy lives on.

Cute plague trends to keep on a soon-to-be post-pandemic planet: Sanitizer everywhere; six feet of personal space; masks can be fashun, too; stay cashless; delivery of everything; and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century — bc menus can be gross!

All @handles mentioned are for Instagram, bc Twitter is the Devil. Read on for the tea, grateful pandemic-surviving lil’ Bithkitz.

SATURDAY, JULY 3

Drunk + Lucky: IndepenDANCE Edition — The Captains of Revelry are back at it again! Join us this 4th of July Eve (AKA JULY 3rd) as we take over El Tesoro once more and fill the open-air courtyard with great tunes, the smells of amazing food, and all of your smiling faces!” For those who don’t know, our Captains driving this ship are none other than Keiran James Neely and Mike LeSage, former owners of the now RIP’d Music Room underground dance club. DJ Keiran, Ree De La Vega, and Hawaiian DJ, Wahine, will spin while you nosh on a five-course meal (vegan options available) with cocktails, and schlep off the crusty COVID vibes with dance.

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5-10 p.m., El Tesoro, 1374 Arkwright Place S.E. 470-440-5502. Tickets $50. @captainsofrevelry  @ElTesoroATL  @djkeiran  @mikelastrange  @reedelavega 

!!FRIDAY, JULY 9
ICONS: A Celebration of Black Legends! — Black Icons. Black Legends. Black Stars. They have crafted pop culture, art, and so much more. And it’s time they get their due!” — Queen Legend, TAYLOR ALXNDR, the host and curator of this marvelous, all-ages soiree.

An all-Black cast including Canzara SZN, Ella/saurus/REX, JayBella Bankz, Miss He, Pryncess Carter, Syraja, SZN ALXNDR, and TAYLOR ALXNDR, will strut in celebration, remembering why we love these divas and icons.

Brought to us by TAYLOR ALXNDR and the House of ALXNDR, an ATL-based drag house and events hub bringing inventive, inclusive, drag-infused events to the city.

8 p.m. Out Front Theatre Company, 999 Brady Ave. N.W. 404-448-2755. Tickets $5 / $7 / $12. All Ages @houseofAlxndr  @outfronttheatre 

!!SATURDAY, JULY 10
United We Drag — An indoor Midtown matinee? Let’s! Wussy Mag presents United We Drag, a benefit show for Georgia Equality with 50 percent of all ticket sales being donated. In their own words, “Georgia Equality, Inc., works year-round to pass pro-equality legislation and elect fair-minded elected officials. Through the Equality Foundation of Georgia, we conduct voter registration and educational activities, provide information to decision makers, and work to organize and mobilize LGBT residents and allies to advance equality in urban, suburban, and rural communities across the state.”

Atlanta performers we love, including Ella/saurus/REX, Taejah Thomas, Taylor ALXNDR, Mr. Elle Aye, Geneva Blaus, and music by Ree De La Vega. The headliner is Candis Cayne, a queen of NYC drag clubs in the ’90s, who went on to become the first transgender actress to play a recurring transgender character on primetime TV for her role in Dirty Sexy Money. Google her, you’ll recognize that gorgeous mug fo sho.

Take your sweetie out for a good cause, or find a consenting sweetie at the show. Laughter, drinks, and Gays, guaranteed. Meet-and-greet tickets available!

2 p.m.-6 p.m. My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E. 678-705-4585. Tickets from $25. All Ages @WussyMag  @mysistersroom_msr  @gaequality wussymag.com/ georgiaequality.org/

!!SUNDAY, JULY 11
Chaka Khan Hacienda — NYC’s legendary Eli Escobar brings his expertise to July 11’s installment of Chaka Khan Hacienda at 8ARM. If you don’t know, Escobar grew up in 1980s New York City, and, thriving on hip-hop and his first set of turntables, made a name for himself in the ’90s NYC club scene. Some folx like his flavor so much, they collabed with him. Perhaps you’ve heard of some of them: Britney Spears, Lana Del Rey, Bag Raiders, Jessica 6, Dirty Vegas, Ali Love, Diplo, M.I.A., Chromeo, Holy Ghost!, Pase Rock.

This party is always free. This party is always on Sundays. This party is on the BeltLine. Expect a colorful, sweaty crowd.

5-10 p.m. Every Sunday now through Labor Day. 8Arm, 710 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. Free All Ages @ChakaKhanHacienda  @eliescobarnyc @ReeDeLaVega  @8armatl 

!!SATURDAY, JULY 24
The Masquerade presents:  JAPANESE BREAKFAST with Mannequin Pussy — Underground ATL is the spot, with indie dream pop-rock band Japanese Breakfast performing their latest album, which celebrates the passing of time. Fitting pre-pandemic. Plus, it’s INSIDE Heaven at the Masquerade. Bc indoor venues are officially re-opened.

“Jubilee is an album about processing life and love in the quest for happiness, and how that process sometimes requires us to step outside of ourselves.” — Korean-American musician, director, author, and Japanese Breakfast creator, Michelle Zauner.

Philadelphia punk band, Mannequin Pussy, opens, performing songs from their album, Patience, recorded during the pandemic, and their new EP, Perfect. All who attend will be auto do-gooders, bc $.50 from every ticket will be donated to Girls Rock Camp, a music camp for kids who identify as female.

Doors 7 p.m. Heaven at The Masquerade, 50 Lower Alabama St. 404-577-8178. Tickets from $25.50. All Ages @masquerade_atl  @jbrekkie  @mannequinpussy 

!!SUNDAY, JULY 25
Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch with Crystal Methyd — Not to be confused with the famous electronic Vegas band, Crystal Method. RuPaul Drag Race star Crystal Methyd says, “I loved the name ‘Crystal.’ Whenever I first started I was just gonna pick Crystal cause I like the name, and it was kinda like witchy, and my friend was actually the one who gave me the idea for ‘Methyd’ and I was like I’ll spell it with a ‘y’ so it’s more womanly.” — Crystal Methyd

City Winery is the air-conditioned brunch spot of choice for Wussy Mag’s Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch extravaganza. If you’ve been living under a rock, or just aren’t from around here, City Winery Atlanta is located at Ponce City Market, easily accessible by the BeltLine. Brunch and brag about how it’s not just the wine that’s fine at this party.

Time TBD, City Winery Atlanta, Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave. N.E. Tickets TBD @wussymag  @crystalmethyd   @citywineryatl 

!!SUNDAY, JULY 25
Bien Vegano Market is back! From the folx who brought you My Abuela’s Food and Vegan X ATL, this quarterly market is international, and all vegan. Popping up at Second Self brewery on the Westside, it’s the perfect place to grab a PETA-approved meal, enjoy a side of good tunes, connect with the community, and get an always-needed dose of culture. We hope the popularity of these markets will expand the vegan menus at more brick-and-mortar restaurants in Atlanta.

There may be lines, but the wait is always worth it. Future Bien Vegano markets happening in September and December. This is a pet- and kid-friendly event.

12-5 p.m. Second Self Beer Co., 1317 Logan Circle N.W. 678-916-8035. Free, All ages @secondselfbeer  @bienveganoatl  @veganxatl 

!!TUESDAY, JULY 27
King Crimson — The Fox Theatre (like other venues in Georgia) is finally allowed to reopen and welcome us back with her big, glorious embrace, even if only at 50 percent capacity. Drum roll please … the first show to reopen the theater is King Crimson, straight from 1960s London, but with the 21st century always on the band’s collective mind!. Legendary comes to mind. Progressive rock is too generic a description, and chances are, you’re already a fan. If not, give them a spin on the streaming service of your choice to understand. Internet required.

Special guests in the opening slot is The California Guitar Trio. We can expect they will sound like a trio of guitarists from Cali. Tickets aren’t cheap at the Fox, but if you’ve been longing for the energy that only comes from seeing a show inside Atlanta’s most iconic venue, we hope you didn’t spend all of 2020’s concert cash on renovations — or plants.

This is the only Fox show that will be limited capacity. All others listed on the the rest of the Fox Theatre’s 2021 lineup will be full capacity. How does fifty percent less people for this show work? The box office will adjust seating as seats are sold to keep y’all socially distant.

7:30 p.m. The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. N.E., 855-285-8499. Tickets from $75. All Ages @thefoxtheatre  @kingcrimsonofficial  —CL—"
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Drunk + Lucky: IndepenDANCE Edition — The Captains of Revelry are back at it again! Join us this 4th of July Eve (AKA JULY 3rd) as we take over El Tesoro once more and fill the open-air courtyard with great tunes, the smells of amazing food, and all of your smiling faces!” For those who don’t know, our Captains driving this ship are none other than Keiran James Neely and Mike LeSage, former owners of the now RIP’d Music Room underground dance club. DJ Keiran, Ree De La Vega, and Hawaiian DJ, Wahine, will spin while you nosh on a five-course meal (vegan options available) with cocktails, and schlep off the crusty COVID vibes with dance.

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!!__FRIDAY, JULY 9__
ICONS: A Celebration of Black Legends! — Black Icons. Black Legends. Black Stars. They have crafted pop culture, art, and so much more. And it’s time they get their due!” — Queen Legend, TAYLOR ALXNDR, the host and curator of this marvelous, all-ages soiree.

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!!__SATURDAY, JULY 10__
United We Drag — An indoor Midtown matinee? Let’s! Wussy Mag presents United We Drag, a benefit show for Georgia Equality with 50 percent of all ticket sales being donated. In their own words, “Georgia Equality, Inc., works year-round to pass pro-equality legislation and elect fair-minded elected officials. Through the Equality Foundation of Georgia, we conduct voter registration and educational activities, provide information to decision makers, and work to organize and mobilize LGBT residents and allies to advance equality in urban, suburban, and rural communities across the state.”

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''2 p.m.-6 p.m. My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E. 678-705-4585. Tickets from $25. All Ages @WussyMag  @mysistersroom_msr  @gaequality wussymag.com/ georgiaequality.org/''

!!__SUNDAY, JULY 11__
Chaka Khan Hacienda — NYC’s legendary Eli Escobar brings his expertise to July 11’s installment of Chaka Khan Hacienda at 8ARM. If you don’t know, Escobar grew up in 1980s New York City, and, thriving on hip-hop and his first set of turntables, made a name for himself in the ’90s NYC club scene. Some folx like his flavor so much, they collabed with him. Perhaps you’ve heard of some of them: Britney Spears, Lana Del Rey, Bag Raiders, Jessica 6, Dirty Vegas, Ali Love, Diplo, M.I.A., Chromeo, Holy Ghost!, Pase Rock.

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!!__SATURDAY, JULY 24__
The Masquerade presents:  JAPANESE BREAKFAST with Mannequin Pussy'' —'' Underground ATL is the spot, with indie dream pop-rock band Japanese Breakfast performing their latest album, which celebrates the passing of time. Fitting pre-pandemic. Plus, it’s INSIDE Heaven at the Masquerade. Bc indoor venues are officially re-opened.

“''Jubilee'' is an album about processing life and love in the quest for happiness, and how that process sometimes requires us to step outside of ourselves.” — Korean-American musician, director, author, and Japanese Breakfast creator, Michelle Zauner.

Philadelphia punk band, Mannequin Pussy, opens, performing songs from their album, ''Patience'', recorded during the pandemic, and their new EP, ''Perfect''. All who attend will be auto do-gooders, bc $.50 from every ticket will be donated to Girls Rock Camp, a music camp for kids who identify as female.

''Doors 7 p.m. Heaven at The Masquerade, 50 Lower Alabama St. 404-577-8178. Tickets from $25.50. All Ages @masquerade_atl  @jbrekkie  @mannequinpussy ''

!!__SUNDAY, JULY 25__
Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch with Crystal Methyd — Not to be confused with the famous electronic Vegas band, Crystal Method. RuPaul Drag Race star Crystal Methyd says, “I loved the name ‘Crystal.’ Whenever I first started I was just gonna pick Crystal cause I like the name, and it was kinda like witchy, and my friend was actually the one who gave me the idea for ‘Methyd’ and I was like I’ll spell it with a ‘y’ so it’s more womanly.” — Crystal Methyd

City Winery is the air-conditioned brunch spot of choice for Wussy Mag’s Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch extravaganza. If you’ve been living under a rock, or just aren’t from around here, City Winery Atlanta is located at Ponce City Market, easily accessible by the BeltLine. Brunch and brag about how it’s not just the wine that’s fine at this party.

''Time TBD, City Winery Atlanta, Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave. N.E. Tickets TBD @wussymag  @crystalmethyd   @citywineryatl ''

!!__SUNDAY, JULY 25__
Bien Vegano Market is back! From the folx who brought you My Abuela’s Food and Vegan X ATL, this quarterly market is international, and all vegan. Popping up at Second Self brewery on the Westside, it’s the perfect place to grab a PETA-approved meal, enjoy a side of good tunes, connect with the community, and get an always-needed dose of culture. We hope the popularity of these markets will expand the vegan menus at more brick-and-mortar restaurants in Atlanta.

There may be lines, but the wait is always worth it. Future Bien Vegano markets happening in September and December. This is a pet- and kid-friendly event.

''12-5 p.m. Second Self Beer Co., 1317 Logan Circle N.W. 678-916-8035. Free, All ages @secondselfbeer  @bienveganoatl  @veganxatl ''

!!__TUESDAY, JULY 27__
King Crimson — The Fox Theatre (like other venues in Georgia) is finally allowed to reopen and welcome us back with her big, glorious embrace, even if only at 50 percent capacity. Drum roll please … the first show to reopen the theater is King Crimson, straight from 1960s London, but with the 21st century always on the band’s collective mind!. Legendary comes to mind. Progressive rock is too generic a description, and chances are, you’re already a fan. If not, give them a spin on the streaming service of your choice to understand. Internet required.

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The Music Room may be a blessed memory, but its legacy lives on.

Cute plague trends to keep on a soon-to-be post-pandemic planet: Sanitizer everywhere; six feet of personal space; masks can be fashun, too; stay cashless; delivery of everything; and WFH. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century — bc menus can be gross!

All @handles mentioned are for Instagram, bc Twitter is the Devil. Read on for the tea, grateful pandemic-surviving lil’ Bithkitz.

SATURDAY, JULY 3

Drunk + Lucky: IndepenDANCE Edition — The Captains of Revelry are back at it again! Join us this 4th of July Eve (AKA JULY 3rd) as we take over El Tesoro once more and fill the open-air courtyard with great tunes, the smells of amazing food, and all of your smiling faces!” For those who don’t know, our Captains driving this ship are none other than Keiran James Neely and Mike LeSage, former owners of the now RIP’d Music Room underground dance club. DJ Keiran, Ree De La Vega, and Hawaiian DJ, Wahine, will spin while you nosh on a five-course meal (vegan options available) with cocktails, and schlep off the crusty COVID vibes with dance.

The somewhat recently reincarnated El Tesoro has an 8,500-square-foot patio with activities and fire pits, and their usual menu is to die. OG Atlantans might remember the original El Tesoro many moons ago that was located in EAV. The resurgence location is located in the Edgewood neighborhood, not to be confused with Edgewood Avenue, where The Music Room was located pre-pandemic.

5-10 p.m., El Tesoro, 1374 Arkwright Place S.E. 470-440-5502. Tickets $50. @captainsofrevelry  @ElTesoroATL  @djkeiran  @mikelastrange  @reedelavega 

!!FRIDAY, JULY 9
ICONS: A Celebration of Black Legends! — Black Icons. Black Legends. Black Stars. They have crafted pop culture, art, and so much more. And it’s time they get their due!” — Queen Legend, TAYLOR ALXNDR, the host and curator of this marvelous, all-ages soiree.

An all-Black cast including Canzara SZN, Ella/saurus/REX, JayBella Bankz, Miss He, Pryncess Carter, Syraja, SZN ALXNDR, and TAYLOR ALXNDR, will strut in celebration, remembering why we love these divas and icons.

Brought to us by TAYLOR ALXNDR and the House of ALXNDR, an ATL-based drag house and events hub bringing inventive, inclusive, drag-infused events to the city.

8 p.m. Out Front Theatre Company, 999 Brady Ave. N.W. 404-448-2755. Tickets $5 / $7 / $12. All Ages @houseofAlxndr  @outfronttheatre 

!!SATURDAY, JULY 10
United We Drag — An indoor Midtown matinee? Let’s! Wussy Mag presents United We Drag, a benefit show for Georgia Equality with 50 percent of all ticket sales being donated. In their own words, “Georgia Equality, Inc., works year-round to pass pro-equality legislation and elect fair-minded elected officials. Through the Equality Foundation of Georgia, we conduct voter registration and educational activities, provide information to decision makers, and work to organize and mobilize LGBT residents and allies to advance equality in urban, suburban, and rural communities across the state.”

Atlanta performers we love, including Ella/saurus/REX, Taejah Thomas, Taylor ALXNDR, Mr. Elle Aye, Geneva Blaus, and music by Ree De La Vega. The headliner is Candis Cayne, a queen of NYC drag clubs in the ’90s, who went on to become the first transgender actress to play a recurring transgender character on primetime TV for her role in Dirty Sexy Money. Google her, you’ll recognize that gorgeous mug fo sho.

Take your sweetie out for a good cause, or find a consenting sweetie at the show. Laughter, drinks, and Gays, guaranteed. Meet-and-greet tickets available!

2 p.m.-6 p.m. My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E. 678-705-4585. Tickets from $25. All Ages @WussyMag  @mysistersroom_msr  @gaequality wussymag.com/ georgiaequality.org/

!!SUNDAY, JULY 11
Chaka Khan Hacienda — NYC’s legendary Eli Escobar brings his expertise to July 11’s installment of Chaka Khan Hacienda at 8ARM. If you don’t know, Escobar grew up in 1980s New York City, and, thriving on hip-hop and his first set of turntables, made a name for himself in the ’90s NYC club scene. Some folx like his flavor so much, they collabed with him. Perhaps you’ve heard of some of them: Britney Spears, Lana Del Rey, Bag Raiders, Jessica 6, Dirty Vegas, Ali Love, Diplo, M.I.A., Chromeo, Holy Ghost!, Pase Rock.

This party is always free. This party is always on Sundays. This party is on the BeltLine. Expect a colorful, sweaty crowd.

5-10 p.m. Every Sunday now through Labor Day. 8Arm, 710 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. Free All Ages @ChakaKhanHacienda  @eliescobarnyc @ReeDeLaVega  @8armatl 

!!SATURDAY, JULY 24
The Masquerade presents:  JAPANESE BREAKFAST with Mannequin Pussy — Underground ATL is the spot, with indie dream pop-rock band Japanese Breakfast performing their latest album, which celebrates the passing of time. Fitting pre-pandemic. Plus, it’s INSIDE Heaven at the Masquerade. Bc indoor venues are officially re-opened.

“Jubilee is an album about processing life and love in the quest for happiness, and how that process sometimes requires us to step outside of ourselves.” — Korean-American musician, director, author, and Japanese Breakfast creator, Michelle Zauner.

Philadelphia punk band, Mannequin Pussy, opens, performing songs from their album, Patience, recorded during the pandemic, and their new EP, Perfect. All who attend will be auto do-gooders, bc $.50 from every ticket will be donated to Girls Rock Camp, a music camp for kids who identify as female.

Doors 7 p.m. Heaven at The Masquerade, 50 Lower Alabama St. 404-577-8178. Tickets from $25.50. All Ages @masquerade_atl  @jbrekkie  @mannequinpussy 

!!SUNDAY, JULY 25
Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch with Crystal Methyd — Not to be confused with the famous electronic Vegas band, Crystal Method. RuPaul Drag Race star Crystal Methyd says, “I loved the name ‘Crystal.’ Whenever I first started I was just gonna pick Crystal cause I like the name, and it was kinda like witchy, and my friend was actually the one who gave me the idea for ‘Methyd’ and I was like I’ll spell it with a ‘y’ so it’s more womanly.” — Crystal Methyd

City Winery is the air-conditioned brunch spot of choice for Wussy Mag’s Bottom’s Up! Drag Brunch extravaganza. If you’ve been living under a rock, or just aren’t from around here, City Winery Atlanta is located at Ponce City Market, easily accessible by the BeltLine. Brunch and brag about how it’s not just the wine that’s fine at this party.

Time TBD, City Winery Atlanta, Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave. N.E. Tickets TBD @wussymag  @crystalmethyd   @citywineryatl 

!!SUNDAY, JULY 25
Bien Vegano Market is back! From the folx who brought you My Abuela’s Food and Vegan X ATL, this quarterly market is international, and all vegan. Popping up at Second Self brewery on the Westside, it’s the perfect place to grab a PETA-approved meal, enjoy a side of good tunes, connect with the community, and get an always-needed dose of culture. We hope the popularity of these markets will expand the vegan menus at more brick-and-mortar restaurants in Atlanta.

There may be lines, but the wait is always worth it. Future Bien Vegano markets happening in September and December. This is a pet- and kid-friendly event.

12-5 p.m. Second Self Beer Co., 1317 Logan Circle N.W. 678-916-8035. Free, All ages @secondselfbeer  @bienveganoatl  @veganxatl 

!!TUESDAY, JULY 27
King Crimson — The Fox Theatre (like other venues in Georgia) is finally allowed to reopen and welcome us back with her big, glorious embrace, even if only at 50 percent capacity. Drum roll please … the first show to reopen the theater is King Crimson, straight from 1960s London, but with the 21st century always on the band’s collective mind!. Legendary comes to mind. Progressive rock is too generic a description, and chances are, you’re already a fan. If not, give them a spin on the streaming service of your choice to understand. Internet required.

Special guests in the opening slot is The California Guitar Trio. We can expect they will sound like a trio of guitarists from Cali. Tickets aren’t cheap at the Fox, but if you’ve been longing for the energy that only comes from seeing a show inside Atlanta’s most iconic venue, we hope you didn’t spend all of 2020’s concert cash on renovations — or plants.

This is the only Fox show that will be limited capacity. All others listed on the the rest of the Fox Theatre’s 2021 lineup will be full capacity. How does fifty percent less people for this show work? The box office will adjust seating as seats are sold to keep y’all socially distant.

7:30 p.m. The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. N.E., 855-285-8499. Tickets from $75. All Ages @thefoxtheatre  @kingcrimsonofficial  —CL—    Jeremy Wing CAPTAINS OF REVELRY: Strike again! This month at El Tesoro with a five course meal and the DJs we’ve missed most.  0,0,2    themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - July 2021 "
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Stacked below are mostly offline, IRL happenings in the HOTlanta — yes, we said it. Read on for the tea, sweet pandemic-surviving lil’ Bithkitz.

TUESDAY, JUNE 1–THURSDAY, JUNE 13

Atlanta Virtual Fringe Fest — Still need online options? Fringe Fest 2021 is sticking with virtual performances, for those who still aren’t comfy in crowds. “Atlanta Virtual Fringe Festival is blasting artists from across the country directly into your living room June 1-13, featuring both live and pre-recorded performances, watch parties, interactive talkback sessions, cash prizes for artists, and as much Fringey feeling as we can stuff into your screens!” The line-up includes… “Trajectory Improv” presented by Trajectory (Decatur, GA), “The Couch Potato” presented by Literary Gumbo Players (Greensboro, NC), “Staged” presented by John Street Theatre Company (Cincinnati, OH), “Dawson’s Creek Live: A Tributary” presented by Non-Violet Offenders (Lawrenceville, GA), “Hot Lava!” presented by Pyroclastic Funk (Fairbanks, AK), “@PCP” presented by Phoebe Perry (Amsterdam, North Holland), “#CHARLOTTESVILLE” presented by The Abbey Theater of Dublin (Dublin, OH), “The Next Stage (the panic attack play)” presented by Coyle Street Productions (Brooklyn, NY), “Sexology: The Musical!” presented by Melanie Moseley (Portland, OR), “Beyond the Body” presented by Michelina Moen (Palm Coast, FL), “Prison Monologues, Pt. 1” presented by Merely Players Presents (Fayetteville, GA). Multishow passes and single tickets are now on sale.

SUNDAY, JUNE 6

Chaka Khan Hacienda — She’s back every Sunday at 8Arm! DJ Qween Ree de la Vega blesses us with the brightest, most diverse, sparkly afternoon dance party on the BeltLine — and she calls it Chaka Khan Hacienda. Throw on your Sunday best, from gowns to thongs, and ride over to the newly renovated outdoor-parking-lot-turned-dance-floor at 8Arm for the afternoon’s best DJs, snax, drinks, and eye candy.

Free, Every Sunday now through Labor Day, 5-10 p.m., 8Arm, 710 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E.

Good Gracious All Vax Variety Show — This party at Waller’s Coffee Shop comes with an all-vaxed cast — and all attendees are required to be fully vaxed as well. Expect a classic variety show for the whole fam with music by Nikki & the Phantom Callers, spoken-word poetry by Jon Goode, comedy by Dad’s Garage Improv, and Michael Magno.

“If you’re not into the vax thing, understood. This show is for VAX folks only, so I’d love to see your vax card at the show, or you can send me a pic (mine is attached). Hopefully, we can all beat this COVID thing real soon and get back to full-on open businesses, no fear, and a bright new day!” — — Boyd Baker, show organizer and host of the Good Gracious podcast.

Tickets are $20 for this outdoor event, but seating is limited. The vibe at Waller’s is crunchy, with a local artists market daily and a killer outdoor, tree-covered area that reminds us more of coastal Mexico than Decatur, GA.

$20, 4:30-6 p.m. Waller’s Coffee Shop, 240 DeKalb Industrial Way, Decatur.

MONDAY, JUNE 7– FRIDAY, JUNE 11

Staibdance presents (MC)2 – Moving Culture | Moving Community — MC2 Mission: An Atlanta-wide multicultural dance festival that seeks to unite our culturally rooted dance organizations under one roof via five days of classes, performances, and facilitated community conversations. “Our goal is to meet our community where they are, encourage new connections, and harvest inspiration from the diverse worlds that gather to reveal their dynamic stories.” — (MC)2

ATL-based Staibdance is gathering dynamic and powerful dance voices that contribute to Atlanta’s rich and diverse ecosystem. Staibdance will host community conversations and fill the East Point neighborhood with food trucks, gatherings at local restaurants, and good vibes. Here’s the line-up:

Giwayen Mata African Dance, Manga African Dance, Alma Mexicana Ballet Folklorico, CiCI Kelley – famed hip-hop choreographer and dancer, Sasikala Penumarthi – South Indian Dance – Emory Faculty, Atlanta Chinese Dance Company, Kumud Savla – North Indian Dance, Berdolé Flamenco with Julie Bagenstoss – Emory Faculty, Flamenco Underground, Lyrik London Los Angeles hip-hop choreographer and dancer, Xavier Lewis – composer and dancer.

Free, The Windmill Arts Center, 2823 Church St., East Point. staibdance.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 12

Outdoor Craft & Vintage Market & Movie Night — For its second Artist Market on The Lawn, Uptown Atlanta hosts an open-air art experience featuring approximately 40 craft, art, and vintage vendors from Atlanta and other parts of Georgia, curated by the Indie Craft Experience, or as we call it, ICE. Expect vegan-ish bites from Sunshine Alchemy food truck, and following the market, The Lawn will be transformed into an indie-themed movie night, and at dusk, The Perks of Being a Wallflower will be broadcast on a giant LED screen. BYO blankies, chairs, and comforts for your DIY socially distanced spaces.

Tickets are FREE but reservations are required. In the instance of inclement weather, the market will be canceled by 5 p.m. the day prior to the event, and Uptown Atlanta will notify all registered attendees via email. Pros should take MARTA to Lindbergh Center Station.

Free, reservations are required, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free Movies on the Lawn 7 p.m. reservations are required, The Lawn at Uptown Atlanta, 2400 Garson Drive N.E. uptownatlanta.com / indiecraftexperience.com

La Choloteca’s CHOLO MERCADO — “Bienvenidos a Cholo Mercado!” One of our fav ways to support the Latinx community in ATL. For this event think flea market with Latin and POC vendors and artists.

From experience, we’ll tell you the DJs will be bumping, the energy will be high, and the food to die. White folx, your role is to shop and support with confidence knowing 100 percent of what you spend will stay in the vendors’ pockets.

In their own words, “La Choloteca is an Atlanta Queer Latinx brand most known for our dance parties. We connect Latinx culture to social justice issues that directly impact their identities. We’ve recently launched a Gofundme with the goal of creating programming that will continue to help the Latinx community thrive and be empowered! We have always held social justice issues as a core value in La Choloteca and have proven that together we can have the capacity to build the future we need! Tu lucha es nuestrx lucha!”

3 p.m.-9 p.m., $5, outdoors for all ages, masks and temp checks required, limited to 100 guests. The Met, 680 Murphy Ave. S.W. @LaCholoteca

FRIDAY, JUNE 18

Alley Cat Music presents:  Interlinked w/ Cristi Cons —“INTERLINKED is the union of Mind and Music. Man and Machine. Body and Soul.” — Alley Cat Music

If you’ve missed house music as much as The Move has, this intimate party is a great way to dip back in. “Some of the biggest things come in small packages, prepare for an intimate night of pure musical bliss orchestrated by some of the best house and techno artists in the world.” Including DJs Cristi Cons, TOCAYO, and Jeremy Ismael. Bottle/table service available if you fancy. Email: info at alleycatmusicclub.com. There is no VIP, y’all, and tickets are super limited.

10 p.m.-LATE. 21-plus welcome w/ I.D., Paradise Loft, 383 Marietta St. N.W. www.alleycatmusic.club

SATURDAY, JUNE 19

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Festival — Head down to the culturally booming, historic city of East Point with the Atlanta NAACP. The Downtown Commons will host the parade at 11 a.m., festivities to follow with live music, food, and vendors till 7 p.m. Know a talented kid? To participate in the youth talent show, email vp2 at naacpatlanta.org or call 404-524-0580.

Free, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Downtown Commons, 2757 East Point St., East Point.

TUESDAY, JUNE 22

SUSTO with Rose Hotel, City Winery, two shows — The psychedelic funk sound of SUSTO returns to Atlanta for two shows, Tuesday, June 22.

OG Atlantan, Rose Hotel, is the show opener. The band, which hails from North Charleston, South Carolina, was scheduled to play Terminal West in March, 2020. Then this little thang called a Coronavirus happened.


We caught up with SUSTO frontman, Justin Osborne, on the release of their latest album, Rogue Acoustic. “(The album) was recorded in early February 2020 and was meant to be a kind of experiment. I wanted to capture the energy that comes along with playing to a crowded bar on a Friday night, with nothing but vocals and an acoustic guitar. It wasn’t till months later, after the album recording, that the pandemic lockdown made me realize how quickly that energy could disappear. I’m releasing the live album now, and doing these shows in support of it, with the hope that more moments like the one captured in this album will be coming back soon. The Rogue Acoustic tour will be a little different than the Rogue Acoustic album, because I’ll actually be performing as a trio, with my drummer Marshall (Hudson) doing percussion, and Jordan Reynolds of Rose Hotel playing along and singing harmonies. Jordan is going to be performing with SUSTO full-time now, and this will be her first tour with us. She will also be opening the whole tour as Rose Hotel.”

$25, 6:15 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., City Winery at Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta

THURSDAY, JUNE 24–SUNDAY, JUNE 27

Southern Fried Queer Pride  — It’s back! The 2021 Southern Fried Queer Pride Festival is happening with performances, art, community, and more. In previous years, we’d expect anything from DIY panty liners, cooking classes, and, of course, the giant whale of a sale thrift and artists market. All are welcome, even breeders. southernfriedqueerpride.com

Need more SFQP? SWITCH: A Queer Dance Party happens every Wednesday at My Sister’s Room.

$5, 10 p.m., 21-plus, My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E. mysistersroom.com

Plus, the infamous AMEN! A Drag Show returns to celebrate four years at Sister Louisa’s Church on Thursday, June 17.

Free, 10:30 p.m., 21-plus, Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E.

FRIDAY, JUNE 25

Out Night at the Georgia Aquarium — Exclusive reduced-capacity admittance to celebrate national pride … with SHARKS! “Ethereal, fresh, experiential vibes” sounds by THE Ree de la Vega and DJ Seth Breezy. We know this KID-FREE event will make you want to dance, but instead enjoy touring the Aquarium with cocktails included (so no cash is exchanged). Everyone can tour the animal exhibits as well as the new “SHARKS! Predators of the Deep” exhibit. Did we mention NO KIDS, LESS CROWDS? Three (3) cocktails (or soft drinks) are included with ticket.

The Georgia Aquarium hopes to make a large financial donation from the OUT NIGHT event to Atlanta Pride to help ATL’s October 2021 Pride. “When Pride succeeds, Atlanta succeeds.” — Georgia Aquarium

$60. 7-10 p.m., Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. N.W. georgiaaquarium.org/outnight"
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__TUESDAY, JUNE 1–THURSDAY, JUNE 13__

[http://atlantafringe.org/|Atlanta Virtual Fringe Fest] — Still need online options? Fringe Fest 2021 is sticking with virtual performances, for those who still aren’t comfy in crowds. “Atlanta Virtual Fringe Festival is blasting artists from across the country directly into your living room June 1-13, featuring both live and pre-recorded performances, watch parties, interactive talkback sessions, cash prizes for artists, and as much Fringey feeling as we can stuff into your screens!” The line-up includes… “Trajectory Improv” presented by Trajectory (Decatur, GA), “The Couch Potato” presented by Literary Gumbo Players (Greensboro, NC), “Staged” presented by John Street Theatre Company (Cincinnati, OH), “Dawson’s Creek Live: A Tributary” presented by Non-Violet Offenders (Lawrenceville, GA), “Hot Lava!” presented by Pyroclastic Funk (Fairbanks, AK), “@PCP” presented by Phoebe Perry (Amsterdam, North Holland), “#CHARLOTTESVILLE” presented by The Abbey Theater of Dublin (Dublin, OH), “The Next Stage (the panic attack play)” presented by Coyle Street Productions (Brooklyn, NY), “Sexology: The Musical!” presented by Melanie Moseley (Portland, OR), “Beyond the Body” presented by Michelina Moen (Palm Coast, FL), “Prison Monologues, Pt. 1” presented by Merely Players Presents (Fayetteville, GA). Multishow passes and single tickets are now on sale.

__SUNDAY, JUNE 6__

[https://www.instagram.com/chakakhanhacienda/|Chaka Khan Hacienda] — She’s back every Sunday at 8Arm! DJ Qween Ree de la Vega blesses us with the brightest, most diverse, sparkly afternoon dance party on the BeltLine — and she calls it Chaka Khan Hacienda. Throw on your Sunday best, from gowns to thongs, and ride over to the newly renovated outdoor-parking-lot-turned-dance-floor at 8Arm for the afternoon’s best DJs, snax, drinks, and eye candy.

''Free, Every Sunday now through Labor Day, 5-10 p.m., 8Arm, 710 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E.''

[https://www.wallerscoffeeshop.com/events|Good Gracious All Vax Variety Show] — This party at Waller’s Coffee Shop comes with an all-vaxed cast — and all attendees are required to be fully vaxed as well. Expect a classic variety show for the whole fam with music by [http://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TDcsyC6oSKkwYPSSzcvMzs5USMxLUSjJSFUoyEjMK8nPVUhOzMlJLSoGAGJ8D_U&q=nikki and the phantom callers&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS917US918&oq=nikki and the ph&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j46j0i22i30l7.8224j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8|Nikki & the Phantom Callers], spoken-word poetry by Jon Goode, comedy by [https://dadsgarage.com/|Dad’s Garage Improv], and Michael Magno.

“If you’re not into the vax thing, understood. This show is for VAX folks only, so I’d love to see your vax card at the show, or you can send me a pic (mine is attached). Hopefully, we can all beat this COVID thing real soon and get back to full-on open businesses, no fear, and a bright new day!” — — Boyd Baker, show organizer and host of the ''Good Gracious'' podcast.

Tickets are $20 for this outdoor event, but seating is limited. The vibe at Waller’s is crunchy, with a local artists market daily and a killer outdoor, tree-covered area that reminds us more of coastal Mexico than Decatur, GA.

''$20, 4:30-6 p.m. Waller’s Coffee Shop, 240 DeKalb Industrial Way, Decatur.''

__MONDAY, JUNE 7– FRIDAY, JUNE 11__

[http://www.staibdance.com/mc2?fbclid=IwAR13mVIIaQTTG-6viULKKBgnVKBuC26oF2d34wopHxhhP19TriPPd4jjxfs|Staibdance presents (MC)2 – Moving Culture] | Moving Community — MC2 Mission: An Atlanta-wide multicultural dance festival that seeks to unite our culturally rooted dance organizations under one roof via five days of classes, performances, and facilitated community conversations. “Our goal is to meet our community where they are, encourage new connections, and harvest inspiration from the diverse worlds that gather to reveal their dynamic stories.” — (MC)2

ATL-based Staibdance is gathering dynamic and powerful dance voices that contribute to Atlanta’s rich and diverse ecosystem. Staibdance will host community conversations and fill the East Point neighborhood with food trucks, gatherings at local restaurants, and good vibes. Here’s the line-up:

Giwayen Mata African Dance, Manga African Dance, Alma Mexicana Ballet Folklorico, CiCI Kelley – famed hip-hop choreographer and dancer, Sasikala Penumarthi – South Indian Dance – Emory Faculty, Atlanta Chinese Dance Company, Kumud Savla – North Indian Dance, Berdolé Flamenco with Julie Bagenstoss – Emory Faculty, Flamenco Underground, Lyrik London Los Angeles hip-hop choreographer and dancer, Xavier Lewis – composer and dancer.

''Free, The Windmill Arts Center, 2823 Church St., East Point. staibdance.com''

__SATURDAY, JUNE 12__

[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/indie-craft-experience-artist-market-on-the-lawn-tickets-153685400169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch|Outdoor Craft & Vintage Market & Movie Night] — For its second Artist Market on The Lawn, Uptown Atlanta hosts an open-air art experience featuring approximately 40 craft, art, and vintage vendors from Atlanta and other parts of Georgia, curated by the Indie Craft Experience, or as we call it, ICE. Expect vegan-ish bites from Sunshine Alchemy food truck, and following the market, The Lawn will be transformed into an indie-themed movie night, and at dusk, ''The Perks of Being a Wallflower'' will be broadcast on a giant LED screen. BYO blankies, chairs, and comforts for your DIY socially distanced spaces.

Tickets are FREE but reservations are required. In the instance of inclement weather, the market will be canceled by 5 p.m. the day prior to the event, and Uptown Atlanta will notify all registered attendees via email. Pros should take MARTA to Lindbergh Center Station.

Free, reservations are required, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free Movies on the Lawn 7 p.m. reservations are required, The Lawn at Uptown Atlanta, 2400 Garson Drive N.E. uptownatlanta.com / indiecraftexperience.com

La Choloteca’s CHOLO MERCADO — “Bienvenidos a Cholo Mercado!” One of our fav ways to support the Latinx community in ATL. For this event think flea market with Latin and POC vendors and artists.

From experience, we’ll tell you the DJs will be bumping, the energy will be high, and the food to die. White folx, your role is to shop and support with confidence knowing 100 percent of what you spend will stay in the vendors’ pockets.

In their own words, “La Choloteca is an Atlanta Queer Latinx brand most known for our dance parties. We connect Latinx culture to social justice issues that directly impact their identities. We’ve recently launched a Gofundme with the goal of creating programming that will continue to help the Latinx community thrive and be empowered! We have always held social justice issues as a core value in La Choloteca and have proven that together we can have the capacity to build the future we need! Tu lucha es nuestrx lucha!”

''3 p.m.-9 p.m., $5, outdoors for all ages, masks and temp checks required, limited to 100 guests. The Met, 680 Murphy Ave. S.W. @LaCholoteca''

__FRIDAY, JUNE 18__

[https://www.alleycatmusic.club/new-events/2021/6/18/cristi-cons?fbclid=IwAR1wb98B_fGaOoaVOzwWFPQ3BE7F8-BI736TWg9hWhLqiISF_ka9Hc2GblA|Alley Cat Music presents:  Interlinked w/ Cristi Cons] —“INTERLINKED is the union of Mind and Music. Man and Machine. Body and Soul.” — Alley Cat Music

If you’ve missed house music as much as ''The Move'' has, this intimate party is a great way to dip back in. “Some of the biggest things come in small packages, prepare for an intimate night of pure musical bliss orchestrated by some of the best house and techno artists in the world.” Including DJs Cristi Cons, TOCAYO, and Jeremy Ismael. Bottle/table service available if you fancy. Email: info@alleycatmusicclub.com. There is no VIP, y’all, and tickets are super limited.

''10 p.m.-LATE. 21-plus welcome w/ I.D., Paradise Loft, 383 Marietta St. N.W. www.alleycatmusic.club''

__SATURDAY, JUNE 19__

[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-celebration-of-freedom-tickets-154434474671?aff=ebdssbdestsearch|Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Festival ]— Head down to the culturally booming, historic city of East Point with the Atlanta NAACP. The Downtown Commons will host the parade at 11 a.m., festivities to follow with live music, food, and vendors till 7 p.m. Know a talented kid? To participate in the youth talent show, email vp2@naacpatlanta.org or call 404-524-0580.

''Free, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Downtown Commons, 2757 East Point St., East Point.''

__TUESDAY, JUNE 22__

[https://www.sustoisreal.com/|SUSTO with Rose Hotel], City Winery, two shows — The psychedelic funk sound of SUSTO returns to Atlanta for two shows, Tuesday, June 22.

OG Atlantan, [https://www.rosehotelmusic.com/|Rose Hotel], is the show opener. The band, which hails from North Charleston, South Carolina, was scheduled to play Terminal West in March, 2020. Then this little thang called a Coronavirus happened.

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We caught up with SUSTO frontman, Justin Osborne, on the release of their latest album, ''Rogue Acoustic''. “(The album) was recorded in early February 2020 and was meant to be a kind of experiment. I wanted to capture the energy that comes along with playing to a crowded bar on a Friday night, with nothing but vocals and an acoustic guitar. It wasn’t till months later, after the album recording, that the pandemic lockdown made me realize how quickly that energy could disappear. I’m releasing the live album now, and doing these shows in support of it, with the hope that more moments like the one captured in this album will be coming back soon. The Rogue Acoustic tour will be a little different than the Rogue Acoustic album, because I’ll actually be performing as a trio, with my drummer Marshall (Hudson) doing percussion, and Jordan Reynolds of Rose Hotel playing along and singing harmonies. Jordan is going to be performing with SUSTO full-time now, and this will be her first tour with us. She will also be opening the whole tour as Rose Hotel.”

''$25, 6:15 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., City Winery at Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta''

__THURSDAY, JUNE 24–SUNDAY, JUNE 27__

[http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/|Southern Fried Queer Pride]  — It’s back! The 2021 Southern Fried Queer Pride Festival is happening with performances, art, community, and more. In previous years, we’d expect anything from DIY panty liners, cooking classes, and, of course, the giant whale of a sale thrift and artists market. All are welcome, even breeders. ''southernfriedqueerpride.com''

Need more SFQP? SWITCH: A Queer Dance Party happens every Wednesday at My Sister’s Room.

''$5, 10 p.m., 21-plus, My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E. mysistersroom.com''

Plus, the infamous AMEN! A Drag Show returns to celebrate four years at Sister Louisa’s Church on Thursday, June 17.

''Free, 10:30 p.m., 21-plus, Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E.''

__FRIDAY, JUNE 25__

[https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/events/event/out-night/|Out Night at the Georgia Aquarium] — Exclusive reduced-capacity admittance to celebrate national pride … with ''SHARKS!'' “Ethereal, fresh, experiential vibes” sounds by THE [https://www.instagram.com/reedelavega/|Ree de la Vega] and DJ Seth Breezy. We know this KID-FREE event will make you want to dance, but instead enjoy touring the Aquarium with cocktails included (so no cash is exchanged). Everyone can tour the animal exhibits as well as the new “SHARKS! Predators of the Deep” exhibit. Did we mention NO KIDS, LESS CROWDS? Three (3) cocktails (or soft drinks) are included with ticket.

The Georgia Aquarium hopes to make a large financial donation from the OUT NIGHT event to Atlanta Pride to help ATL’s October 2021 Pride. “When Pride succeeds, Atlanta succeeds.” — Georgia Aquarium

''$60. 7-10 p.m., Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. N.W. georgiaaquarium.org/outnight''"
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  string(12314) " Move #1 Web  2021-06-01T16:44:57+00:00 Move_#1_web.jpg     themove Hey, y’all! What’s the move? Move #1 Web   2021-06-01T16:29:17+00:00  THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - June 2021 jim.harris Jim Harris EMA CARR ema.carr (Ema Carr) 2021-06-01T16:29:17+00:00 The Move was og intended to get you out of the house, interact with strangers, and return home with new experiences, not coronavirus. The “new moves” recommended in this column are to be consumed at your own risk, preferably in a mask and vaxed.

Cute plague trends to keep on a soon-to-be post-pandemic planet: Sanitizer everywhere, 6-ft personal space, masks are fashun too, stay cashless, delivery of everything, and working from home. Plus, let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century.

Stacked below are mostly offline, IRL happenings in the HOTlanta — yes, we said it. Read on for the tea, sweet pandemic-surviving lil’ Bithkitz.

TUESDAY, JUNE 1–THURSDAY, JUNE 13

Atlanta Virtual Fringe Fest — Still need online options? Fringe Fest 2021 is sticking with virtual performances, for those who still aren’t comfy in crowds. “Atlanta Virtual Fringe Festival is blasting artists from across the country directly into your living room June 1-13, featuring both live and pre-recorded performances, watch parties, interactive talkback sessions, cash prizes for artists, and as much Fringey feeling as we can stuff into your screens!” The line-up includes… “Trajectory Improv” presented by Trajectory (Decatur, GA), “The Couch Potato” presented by Literary Gumbo Players (Greensboro, NC), “Staged” presented by John Street Theatre Company (Cincinnati, OH), “Dawson’s Creek Live: A Tributary” presented by Non-Violet Offenders (Lawrenceville, GA), “Hot Lava!” presented by Pyroclastic Funk (Fairbanks, AK), “@PCP” presented by Phoebe Perry (Amsterdam, North Holland), “#CHARLOTTESVILLE” presented by The Abbey Theater of Dublin (Dublin, OH), “The Next Stage (the panic attack play)” presented by Coyle Street Productions (Brooklyn, NY), “Sexology: The Musical!” presented by Melanie Moseley (Portland, OR), “Beyond the Body” presented by Michelina Moen (Palm Coast, FL), “Prison Monologues, Pt. 1” presented by Merely Players Presents (Fayetteville, GA). Multishow passes and single tickets are now on sale.

SUNDAY, JUNE 6

Chaka Khan Hacienda — She’s back every Sunday at 8Arm! DJ Qween Ree de la Vega blesses us with the brightest, most diverse, sparkly afternoon dance party on the BeltLine — and she calls it Chaka Khan Hacienda. Throw on your Sunday best, from gowns to thongs, and ride over to the newly renovated outdoor-parking-lot-turned-dance-floor at 8Arm for the afternoon’s best DJs, snax, drinks, and eye candy.

Free, Every Sunday now through Labor Day, 5-10 p.m., 8Arm, 710 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E.

Good Gracious All Vax Variety Show — This party at Waller’s Coffee Shop comes with an all-vaxed cast — and all attendees are required to be fully vaxed as well. Expect a classic variety show for the whole fam with music by Nikki & the Phantom Callers, spoken-word poetry by Jon Goode, comedy by Dad’s Garage Improv, and Michael Magno.

“If you’re not into the vax thing, understood. This show is for VAX folks only, so I’d love to see your vax card at the show, or you can send me a pic (mine is attached). Hopefully, we can all beat this COVID thing real soon and get back to full-on open businesses, no fear, and a bright new day!” — — Boyd Baker, show organizer and host of the Good Gracious podcast.

Tickets are $20 for this outdoor event, but seating is limited. The vibe at Waller’s is crunchy, with a local artists market daily and a killer outdoor, tree-covered area that reminds us more of coastal Mexico than Decatur, GA.

$20, 4:30-6 p.m. Waller’s Coffee Shop, 240 DeKalb Industrial Way, Decatur.

MONDAY, JUNE 7– FRIDAY, JUNE 11

Staibdance presents (MC)2 – Moving Culture | Moving Community — MC2 Mission: An Atlanta-wide multicultural dance festival that seeks to unite our culturally rooted dance organizations under one roof via five days of classes, performances, and facilitated community conversations. “Our goal is to meet our community where they are, encourage new connections, and harvest inspiration from the diverse worlds that gather to reveal their dynamic stories.” — (MC)2

ATL-based Staibdance is gathering dynamic and powerful dance voices that contribute to Atlanta’s rich and diverse ecosystem. Staibdance will host community conversations and fill the East Point neighborhood with food trucks, gatherings at local restaurants, and good vibes. Here’s the line-up:

Giwayen Mata African Dance, Manga African Dance, Alma Mexicana Ballet Folklorico, CiCI Kelley – famed hip-hop choreographer and dancer, Sasikala Penumarthi – South Indian Dance – Emory Faculty, Atlanta Chinese Dance Company, Kumud Savla – North Indian Dance, Berdolé Flamenco with Julie Bagenstoss – Emory Faculty, Flamenco Underground, Lyrik London Los Angeles hip-hop choreographer and dancer, Xavier Lewis – composer and dancer.

Free, The Windmill Arts Center, 2823 Church St., East Point. staibdance.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 12

Outdoor Craft & Vintage Market & Movie Night — For its second Artist Market on The Lawn, Uptown Atlanta hosts an open-air art experience featuring approximately 40 craft, art, and vintage vendors from Atlanta and other parts of Georgia, curated by the Indie Craft Experience, or as we call it, ICE. Expect vegan-ish bites from Sunshine Alchemy food truck, and following the market, The Lawn will be transformed into an indie-themed movie night, and at dusk, The Perks of Being a Wallflower will be broadcast on a giant LED screen. BYO blankies, chairs, and comforts for your DIY socially distanced spaces.

Tickets are FREE but reservations are required. In the instance of inclement weather, the market will be canceled by 5 p.m. the day prior to the event, and Uptown Atlanta will notify all registered attendees via email. Pros should take MARTA to Lindbergh Center Station.

Free, reservations are required, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free Movies on the Lawn 7 p.m. reservations are required, The Lawn at Uptown Atlanta, 2400 Garson Drive N.E. uptownatlanta.com / indiecraftexperience.com

La Choloteca’s CHOLO MERCADO — “Bienvenidos a Cholo Mercado!” One of our fav ways to support the Latinx community in ATL. For this event think flea market with Latin and POC vendors and artists.

From experience, we’ll tell you the DJs will be bumping, the energy will be high, and the food to die. White folx, your role is to shop and support with confidence knowing 100 percent of what you spend will stay in the vendors’ pockets.

In their own words, “La Choloteca is an Atlanta Queer Latinx brand most known for our dance parties. We connect Latinx culture to social justice issues that directly impact their identities. We’ve recently launched a Gofundme with the goal of creating programming that will continue to help the Latinx community thrive and be empowered! We have always held social justice issues as a core value in La Choloteca and have proven that together we can have the capacity to build the future we need! Tu lucha es nuestrx lucha!”

3 p.m.-9 p.m., $5, outdoors for all ages, masks and temp checks required, limited to 100 guests. The Met, 680 Murphy Ave. S.W. @LaCholoteca

FRIDAY, JUNE 18

Alley Cat Music presents:  Interlinked w/ Cristi Cons —“INTERLINKED is the union of Mind and Music. Man and Machine. Body and Soul.” — Alley Cat Music

If you’ve missed house music as much as The Move has, this intimate party is a great way to dip back in. “Some of the biggest things come in small packages, prepare for an intimate night of pure musical bliss orchestrated by some of the best house and techno artists in the world.” Including DJs Cristi Cons, TOCAYO, and Jeremy Ismael. Bottle/table service available if you fancy. Email: info at alleycatmusicclub.com. There is no VIP, y’all, and tickets are super limited.

10 p.m.-LATE. 21-plus welcome w/ I.D., Paradise Loft, 383 Marietta St. N.W. www.alleycatmusic.club

SATURDAY, JUNE 19

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Festival — Head down to the culturally booming, historic city of East Point with the Atlanta NAACP. The Downtown Commons will host the parade at 11 a.m., festivities to follow with live music, food, and vendors till 7 p.m. Know a talented kid? To participate in the youth talent show, email vp2 at naacpatlanta.org or call 404-524-0580.

Free, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Downtown Commons, 2757 East Point St., East Point.

TUESDAY, JUNE 22

SUSTO with Rose Hotel, City Winery, two shows — The psychedelic funk sound of SUSTO returns to Atlanta for two shows, Tuesday, June 22.

OG Atlantan, Rose Hotel, is the show opener. The band, which hails from North Charleston, South Carolina, was scheduled to play Terminal West in March, 2020. Then this little thang called a Coronavirus happened.


We caught up with SUSTO frontman, Justin Osborne, on the release of their latest album, Rogue Acoustic. “(The album) was recorded in early February 2020 and was meant to be a kind of experiment. I wanted to capture the energy that comes along with playing to a crowded bar on a Friday night, with nothing but vocals and an acoustic guitar. It wasn’t till months later, after the album recording, that the pandemic lockdown made me realize how quickly that energy could disappear. I’m releasing the live album now, and doing these shows in support of it, with the hope that more moments like the one captured in this album will be coming back soon. The Rogue Acoustic tour will be a little different than the Rogue Acoustic album, because I’ll actually be performing as a trio, with my drummer Marshall (Hudson) doing percussion, and Jordan Reynolds of Rose Hotel playing along and singing harmonies. Jordan is going to be performing with SUSTO full-time now, and this will be her first tour with us. She will also be opening the whole tour as Rose Hotel.”

$25, 6:15 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., City Winery at Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E. citywinery.com/atlanta

THURSDAY, JUNE 24–SUNDAY, JUNE 27

Southern Fried Queer Pride  — It’s back! The 2021 Southern Fried Queer Pride Festival is happening with performances, art, community, and more. In previous years, we’d expect anything from DIY panty liners, cooking classes, and, of course, the giant whale of a sale thrift and artists market. All are welcome, even breeders. southernfriedqueerpride.com

Need more SFQP? SWITCH: A Queer Dance Party happens every Wednesday at My Sister’s Room.

$5, 10 p.m., 21-plus, My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E. mysistersroom.com

Plus, the infamous AMEN! A Drag Show returns to celebrate four years at Sister Louisa’s Church on Thursday, June 17.

Free, 10:30 p.m., 21-plus, Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E.

FRIDAY, JUNE 25

Out Night at the Georgia Aquarium — Exclusive reduced-capacity admittance to celebrate national pride … with SHARKS! “Ethereal, fresh, experiential vibes” sounds by THE Ree de la Vega and DJ Seth Breezy. We know this KID-FREE event will make you want to dance, but instead enjoy touring the Aquarium with cocktails included (so no cash is exchanged). Everyone can tour the animal exhibits as well as the new “SHARKS! Predators of the Deep” exhibit. Did we mention NO KIDS, LESS CROWDS? Three (3) cocktails (or soft drinks) are included with ticket.

The Georgia Aquarium hopes to make a large financial donation from the OUT NIGHT event to Atlanta Pride to help ATL’s October 2021 Pride. “When Pride succeeds, Atlanta succeeds.” — Georgia Aquarium

$60. 7-10 p.m., Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. N.W. georgiaaquarium.org/outnight    EMA CARR OUTDOOR PARTY TIME: Young Atlanta drag stars Orchid and Brigitte Bidet posing in their Sunday best while bookending partygoers at the BeltLine’s best weekly dance party, Chaka Khan Hacienda, returning to 8Arm June 6.  0,0,10    themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - June 2021 "
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Curated below are both on and offline happenings this month in the A. Read on for the tea, spring pandemic bunnies.

May 1 

HeyDay Atlanta’s ’80s Party

All hail the IRL 3D dance party! “Heyday is BACK! Who’s vaccinated and ready to dance? We are!

“If you are too, flash us your vax card (or a pic of it on your phone), and we’ll buy you a shot for getting your shot. Shots for shots! Because we love vaccines. And free drinks. And you. And ’80s music.” — Nonsense ATL

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21+ / 9 p.m. / Kimber is the DJ / Masks required for entry.

May 8

And So We Begin: Community Mural Project Artist Talk

The Community Mural Project has gathered creatives from numerous disciplines to present a multitude of perspectives of Atlanta’s future and is the commencement of the Atlanta Futurists. Atlanta futurism is an imagined community of creators that make the art that creates, celebrates, and documents lived experiences and imagined futures for a more equitable and inclusive future where everyone has the room to breathe and be. Through a mutual interest in archiving, this conversation gathers together artists whose contributions to the mural expand our understanding of Atlanta’s infrastructure, erasure, and art as a healing practice.

This conversation will be moderated by Jasmine Wilson and include panelists Magda Dumitrescu, King Barnes, and Chanell Angeli.

May 21

Future Atlanta Opening

There’s a new club downtown, and it claims to be “The Future of Atlanta nightlife and entertainment.” It’s the resurgence of gay Atlanta club nightlife, just before Pride month 2021, with weekly drag cabaret. Not just any cabaret, but the Fantasy Girls starring Destiny Brooks, Trinity K. Bone't, Taejah Thomas, Raquel Heart, Extasy Grey, and Phoenix. Y’all got two shows Friday and three shows Saturday. More deets to come. Official times announced on future-atlanta.com.

May 22

BAYWITCH: A Goth Beach Party at Mary’s

“It’s WORLD GOTH DAY, so come dance to gothy bops at BAYWITCH: Goth Beach Party!” This day party (unusual for Mary’s), is hosted by Neon Horror, a design company that, according to their FB page, “is dedicated to the amazing and sparkling train wreck we call POP CULTURE!!”   

“Hopefully we are all Vax4Vax by this date, so come have a great time with your Mary’s fam while you get groovy and gothy! There will be lots of surprises in store including a FREE GIFT!”

Free / 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

Femme Jazz Funk Dance Class

Dancing is the most fun way to move the body, period, end of story, just hush and try it. Fact, most of us aren’t professional dancers, which doesn’t matter whatsoever in Chantel Serita’s Saturday Zoom classes. “You’re not the only one who struggles to confidently dance and take up space. I’m here to tell you that ANYONE can dance! Femme Jazz Funk vibes are all about leaving judgmental thoughts behind (and) finding harmony of mind and body through dance.

“You’ll leave class feeling energized and ready to take on the rest of your day, free of self-criticizing thoughts, more confident in your feminine (compassionate) energy. Let’s come together and set some positive Femme vibes by finding harmony of mind and body through dance.”

Chantel Serita is a professional teaching artist and former gymnast. She specializes in hip-hop and is inspired by dance styles from the African diaspora such as dancehall and Afrobeats. Chantel believes in finding harmony of mind and body through movement. Her classes are a reflection of these styles. “Put on your best dancing outfit, and join us on Zoom for Femme Jazz Funk, honey!”

Not vaccinated? Still at risk for going out? Don’t fret, sweat — via Zoom every Saturday at 1 p.m. If you register outside of eventbrite, be sure to email chantelserita@gmail..com for the Zoom link. Register through eventbrite at:

www.femmejazzfunk.eventbrite.com OR send payment to: Zelle: chantelserita at gmail.com / PayPal: PayPal.me/chantelserita / Cashapp: $chantel1122

BOSSA :

There’s no date or time bc these events are kept on the DL until days before. An intentional move by DEF Atlanta to keep things underground. Define Everything Future is a group of artists, activists, and visionaries that popped up on IG back in 2018 @defglobal and became an instant source for offline raves.

Last month, the organizers had a massive turnout at a secret tunnel location in southeast Atlanta. Wanna get in the loop? Text CREW to 404-737-1163 to get event info before they announce the next pop-up rave publicly. Rumor has it MARTA is the next stop. 

New in Town

Puttshack

West Midtown has become Atlanta’s hub for adult activities. Starting with Ormsby’s massive basement game rooms, then the addition of The Painted Duck’s bougie adult indoor fun park, to Top Golf, and now, Puttshack. Caddy-corner to Ormsby’s, there’s a building so new, we didn’t know it existed. It’s called The Interlock, and it’s home to putt-putt courses that resemble games of our youth, like beer pong and Skee-Ball. The difference is you’ll be hitting a microchipped golf ball with your name and score attached into giant solo cups with a putter. 

“We’ve rewritten the rules of mini golf — pairing modern tech with crazy courses and cool vibes with game faces for one hell of a good time.” — Puttshack and the founders of Top Golf. (Puttshack was founded by “Adam Breeden, founder of Acebounce and co-founder of Flight Club and Steve and Dave Jolliffe, founders of Top Golf.” http://emergingconcepts.com/portfolio/puttshack/)

The whole place is the definition of Instagrammable. From the multiple courses covering two floors, to the large patio deck overlooking 14th and Howell Mill, to the literally smoking cocktails that come out in a treasure chest — and the food slaps pretty hard too. Great for all ages, families, friends, work groups, and really any HUMAN gatherings, which can’t come soon enough.

The Ten Spot

There’s a new bar in town. This one hydrates from the outside without breaking the bank or your schedule. THE TEN SPOT calls themselves the original anti-spa beauty bar, providing guests with a new option for efficient, yet impeccably executed beauty services with an unpretentious vibe, in a spotless environment.

Yes, it’s a chain! But it’s so cute, bright, happy with head-to-toe orange ambiance! It’s a welcoming, clean environment, offering laser hair removal, waxing, nails, facials, brow and lash tinting, and perfect for any age or any gender. We recommend the quickie facial for $60, bc it shouldn’t cost a stack to have one put the lotion on its skin. —CL—"
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Curated below are both on and offline happenings this month in the A. Read on for the tea, spring pandemic bunnies.

__May 1 __

[https://www.facebook.com/events/784908492157890|HeyDay Atlanta]’s ’80s Party

All hail the IRL 3D dance party! “Heyday is BACK! Who’s vaccinated and ready to dance? We are!

“If you are too, flash us your vax card (or a pic of it on your phone), and we’ll buy you a shot for getting your shot. Shots for shots! Because we love vaccines. And free drinks. And you. And ’80s music.” — [https://www.nonsenseatl.com/|__Nonsense ATL__]

What doesn’t matter: race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or level of dance skill. What does matter:  Age 21+, capacity, limited tix will be available at the door. If you purchase a ticket in advance and feel unwell or think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, simply contact Nonsense ATL for a no-questions-asked refund. This comeback party starts at 9 p.m., an hour earlier than usual, to make up for a freaking YEAR Y’ALL of lost dance time.

21+ / 9 p.m. / Kimber is the DJ / Masks required for entry.

__May 8__

[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/and-so-we-begin-community-mural-project-artist-talk-tickets-150984058383?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch|And So We Begin: Community Mural Project Artist Talk]

The Community Mural Project has gathered creatives from numerous disciplines to present a multitude of perspectives of Atlanta’s future and is the commencement of the Atlanta Futurists. Atlanta futurism is an imagined community of creators that make the art that creates, celebrates, and documents lived experiences and imagined futures for a more equitable and inclusive future where everyone has the room to breathe and be. Through a mutual interest in archiving, this conversation gathers together artists whose contributions to the mural expand our understanding of Atlanta’s infrastructure, erasure, and art as a healing practice.

This conversation will be moderated by [https://atlantacontemporary.org/people/jasmine-wilson|Jasmine Wilson] and include panelists [https://magdadumitrescu.work/|Magda Dumitrescu], [https://atlantacontemporary.org/people/king-barnes|King Barnes], and [https://atlantacontemporary.org/people/chanell-angeli|Chanell Angeli].

__May 21__

[https://www.future-atlanta.com/?fbclid=IwAR0CqRFca9xMT2GR9nb-HQvbZDEdu6WMrX0Zi5wS6cqqyzBUW4t4faQhXcI|Future Atlanta] Opening

There’s a new club downtown, and it claims to be “The Future of Atlanta nightlife and entertainment.” It’s the resurgence of gay Atlanta club nightlife, just before Pride month 2021, with weekly drag cabaret. Not just any cabaret, but the [https://www.facebook.com/fantasygirlsatlanta/|Fantasy Girls] starring [https://www.instagram.com/destinybrooksatl/|Destiny Brooks], [https://www.instagram.com/trinitykbonet/|Trinity K. Bone't], [https://www.google.com/search?q=Taejah Thomas drag atlanta&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS917US918&ei=YDqZYM3jMYOWwbkPwuiaqAk&oq=Taejah Thomas drag atlanta&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAMyBwghEAoQoAEyBwghEAoQoAE6CAgAELADEM0COgIIADoGCAAQFhAeOgUIIRCgAToFCCEQqwJQua0DWKrMA2D1zANoBnAAeACAAYkBiAHhDpIBBDMuMTSYAQCgAQKgAQGqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEBwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwjNk5-Yob_wAhUDSzABHUK0BpUQ4dUDCA4&uact=5|Taejah Thomas], [https://www.instagram.com/raquelreaheart/|Raquel Heart], [https://www.instagram.com/extasy_grey/|Extasy Grey], and Phoenix. Y’all got two shows Friday and three shows Saturday. More deets to come. Official times announced on future-atlanta.com.

__May 22__

[https://www.facebook.com/events/459498921949561/|BAYWITCH: A Goth Beach Party at Mary’s]

“It’s WORLD GOTH DAY, so come dance to gothy bops at BAYWITCH: Goth Beach Party!” This day party (unusual for Mary’s), is hosted by Neon Horror, a design company that, according to their FB page, “is dedicated to the amazing and sparkling train wreck we call POP CULTURE!!”   

“Hopefully we are all Vax4Vax by this date, so come have a great time with your Mary’s fam while you get groovy and gothy! There will be lots of surprises in store including a FREE GIFT!”

Free / 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

[https://www.facebook.com/events/177151917481280/?event_time_id=240326317830506|Femme Jazz Funk Dance Class]

Dancing is the most fun way to move the body, period, end of story, just hush and try it. Fact, most of us aren’t professional dancers, which doesn’t matter whatsoever in Chantel Serita’s Saturday Zoom classes. “You’re not the only one who struggles to confidently dance and take up space. I’m here to tell you that ANYONE can dance! Femme Jazz Funk vibes are all about leaving judgmental thoughts behind (and) finding harmony of mind and body through dance.

“You’ll leave class feeling energized and ready to take on the rest of your day, free of self-criticizing thoughts, more confident in your feminine (compassionate) energy. Let’s come together and set some positive Femme vibes by finding harmony of mind and body through dance.”

[https://www.instagram.com/changotmoves/|Chantel Serita] is a professional teaching artist and former gymnast. She specializes in hip-hop and is inspired by dance styles from the African diaspora such as dancehall and Afrobeats. Chantel believes in finding harmony of mind and body through movement. Her classes are a reflection of these styles. “Put on your best dancing outfit, and join us on Zoom for Femme Jazz Funk, honey!”

Not vaccinated? Still at risk for going out? Don’t fret, sweat — via Zoom every Saturday at 1 p.m. If you register outside of eventbrite, be sure to email chantelserita@gmail..com for the Zoom link. Register through eventbrite at:

[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/femme-jazz-funk-dance-class-tickets-132488397363|www.femmejazzfunk.eventbrite.com] OR send payment to: Zelle: chantelserita@gmail.com / PayPal: PayPal.me/chantelserita / Cashapp: $chantel1122

[https://www.instagram.com/defglobal/|BOSSA | DEF Presents]:

There’s no date or time bc these events are kept on the DL until days before. An intentional move by DEF Atlanta to keep things underground. Define Everything Future is a group of artists, activists, and visionaries that popped up on IG back in 2018 @defglobal and became an instant source for offline raves.

Last month, the organizers had a massive turnout at a secret tunnel location in southeast Atlanta. Wanna get in the loop? Text CREW to 404-737-1163 to get event info before they announce the next pop-up rave publicly. Rumor has it MARTA is the next stop. 

__New in Town__

[https://www.instagram.com/puttshack/|Puttshack]

West Midtown has become Atlanta’s hub for adult activities. Starting with [https://www.ormsbysatlanta.com/|Ormsby’s] massive basement game rooms, then the addition of [http://thepaintedduckatl.com|The Painted Duck]’s bougie adult indoor fun park, to [https://topgolf.com/us/locations/|Top Golf], and now, Puttshack. Caddy-corner to Ormsby’s, there’s a building so new, we didn’t know it existed. It’s called The Interlock, and it’s home to putt-putt courses that resemble games of our youth, like beer pong and Skee-Ball. The difference is you’ll be hitting a microchipped golf ball with your name and score attached into giant solo cups with a putter. 

“We’ve rewritten the rules of mini golf — pairing modern tech with crazy courses and cool vibes with game faces for one hell of a good time.” — Puttshack and the founders of Top Golf. (Puttshack was founded by “Adam Breeden, founder of Acebounce and co-founder of Flight Club and Steve and Dave Jolliffe, founders of Top Golf.” http://emergingconcepts.com/portfolio/puttshack/)

The whole place is the definition of Instagrammable. From the multiple courses covering two floors, to the large patio deck overlooking 14th and Howell Mill, to the literally smoking cocktails that come out in a treasure chest — and the food slaps pretty hard too. Great for all ages, families, friends, work groups, and really any HUMAN gatherings, which can’t come soon enough.

[https://www.thetenspot.com/morningside-village/|The Ten Spot]

There’s a new bar in town. This one hydrates from the outside without breaking the bank or your schedule. THE TEN SPOT calls themselves the original anti-spa beauty bar, providing guests with a new option for efficient, yet impeccably executed beauty services with an unpretentious vibe, in a spotless environment.

Yes, it’s a chain! But it’s so cute, bright, happy with head-to-toe orange ambiance! It’s a welcoming, clean environment, offering laser hair removal, waxing, nails, facials, brow and lash tinting, and perfect for any age or any gender. We recommend the quickie facial for $60, bc it shouldn’t cost a stack to have one put the lotion on its skin. —CL—"
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Cute plague trends to keep on a soon-to-be post-pandemic planet:  Hand washing/sanitizer everywhere, personal space, masks are fashun too, stay cashless, delivery of everything, working from home, j.o.m.o. — the joy of missing out. And let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century.

Curated below are both on and offline happenings this month in the A. Read on for the tea, spring pandemic bunnies.

May 1 

HeyDay Atlanta’s ’80s Party

All hail the IRL 3D dance party! “Heyday is BACK! Who’s vaccinated and ready to dance? We are!

“If you are too, flash us your vax card (or a pic of it on your phone), and we’ll buy you a shot for getting your shot. Shots for shots! Because we love vaccines. And free drinks. And you. And ’80s music.” — Nonsense ATL

What doesn’t matter: race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or level of dance skill. What does matter:  Age 21+, capacity, limited tix will be available at the door. If you purchase a ticket in advance and feel unwell or think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, simply contact Nonsense ATL for a no-questions-asked refund. This comeback party starts at 9 p.m., an hour earlier than usual, to make up for a freaking YEAR Y’ALL of lost dance time.

21+ / 9 p.m. / Kimber is the DJ / Masks required for entry.

May 8

And So We Begin: Community Mural Project Artist Talk

The Community Mural Project has gathered creatives from numerous disciplines to present a multitude of perspectives of Atlanta’s future and is the commencement of the Atlanta Futurists. Atlanta futurism is an imagined community of creators that make the art that creates, celebrates, and documents lived experiences and imagined futures for a more equitable and inclusive future where everyone has the room to breathe and be. Through a mutual interest in archiving, this conversation gathers together artists whose contributions to the mural expand our understanding of Atlanta’s infrastructure, erasure, and art as a healing practice.

This conversation will be moderated by Jasmine Wilson and include panelists Magda Dumitrescu, King Barnes, and Chanell Angeli.

May 21

Future Atlanta Opening

There’s a new club downtown, and it claims to be “The Future of Atlanta nightlife and entertainment.” It’s the resurgence of gay Atlanta club nightlife, just before Pride month 2021, with weekly drag cabaret. Not just any cabaret, but the Fantasy Girls starring Destiny Brooks, Trinity K. Bone't, Taejah Thomas, Raquel Heart, Extasy Grey, and Phoenix. Y’all got two shows Friday and three shows Saturday. More deets to come. Official times announced on future-atlanta.com.

May 22

BAYWITCH: A Goth Beach Party at Mary’s

“It’s WORLD GOTH DAY, so come dance to gothy bops at BAYWITCH: Goth Beach Party!” This day party (unusual for Mary’s), is hosted by Neon Horror, a design company that, according to their FB page, “is dedicated to the amazing and sparkling train wreck we call POP CULTURE!!”   

“Hopefully we are all Vax4Vax by this date, so come have a great time with your Mary’s fam while you get groovy and gothy! There will be lots of surprises in store including a FREE GIFT!”

Free / 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

Femme Jazz Funk Dance Class

Dancing is the most fun way to move the body, period, end of story, just hush and try it. Fact, most of us aren’t professional dancers, which doesn’t matter whatsoever in Chantel Serita’s Saturday Zoom classes. “You’re not the only one who struggles to confidently dance and take up space. I’m here to tell you that ANYONE can dance! Femme Jazz Funk vibes are all about leaving judgmental thoughts behind (and) finding harmony of mind and body through dance.

“You’ll leave class feeling energized and ready to take on the rest of your day, free of self-criticizing thoughts, more confident in your feminine (compassionate) energy. Let’s come together and set some positive Femme vibes by finding harmony of mind and body through dance.”

Chantel Serita is a professional teaching artist and former gymnast. She specializes in hip-hop and is inspired by dance styles from the African diaspora such as dancehall and Afrobeats. Chantel believes in finding harmony of mind and body through movement. Her classes are a reflection of these styles. “Put on your best dancing outfit, and join us on Zoom for Femme Jazz Funk, honey!”

Not vaccinated? Still at risk for going out? Don’t fret, sweat — via Zoom every Saturday at 1 p.m. If you register outside of eventbrite, be sure to email chantelserita@gmail..com for the Zoom link. Register through eventbrite at:

www.femmejazzfunk.eventbrite.com OR send payment to: Zelle: chantelserita at gmail.com / PayPal: PayPal.me/chantelserita / Cashapp: $chantel1122

BOSSA :

There’s no date or time bc these events are kept on the DL until days before. An intentional move by DEF Atlanta to keep things underground. Define Everything Future is a group of artists, activists, and visionaries that popped up on IG back in 2018 @defglobal and became an instant source for offline raves.

Last month, the organizers had a massive turnout at a secret tunnel location in southeast Atlanta. Wanna get in the loop? Text CREW to 404-737-1163 to get event info before they announce the next pop-up rave publicly. Rumor has it MARTA is the next stop. 

New in Town

Puttshack

West Midtown has become Atlanta’s hub for adult activities. Starting with Ormsby’s massive basement game rooms, then the addition of The Painted Duck’s bougie adult indoor fun park, to Top Golf, and now, Puttshack. Caddy-corner to Ormsby’s, there’s a building so new, we didn’t know it existed. It’s called The Interlock, and it’s home to putt-putt courses that resemble games of our youth, like beer pong and Skee-Ball. The difference is you’ll be hitting a microchipped golf ball with your name and score attached into giant solo cups with a putter. 

“We’ve rewritten the rules of mini golf — pairing modern tech with crazy courses and cool vibes with game faces for one hell of a good time.” — Puttshack and the founders of Top Golf. (Puttshack was founded by “Adam Breeden, founder of Acebounce and co-founder of Flight Club and Steve and Dave Jolliffe, founders of Top Golf.” http://emergingconcepts.com/portfolio/puttshack/)

The whole place is the definition of Instagrammable. From the multiple courses covering two floors, to the large patio deck overlooking 14th and Howell Mill, to the literally smoking cocktails that come out in a treasure chest — and the food slaps pretty hard too. Great for all ages, families, friends, work groups, and really any HUMAN gatherings, which can’t come soon enough.

The Ten Spot

There’s a new bar in town. This one hydrates from the outside without breaking the bank or your schedule. THE TEN SPOT calls themselves the original anti-spa beauty bar, providing guests with a new option for efficient, yet impeccably executed beauty services with an unpretentious vibe, in a spotless environment.

Yes, it’s a chain! But it’s so cute, bright, happy with head-to-toe orange ambiance! It’s a welcoming, clean environment, offering laser hair removal, waxing, nails, facials, brow and lash tinting, and perfect for any age or any gender. We recommend the quickie facial for $60, bc it shouldn’t cost a stack to have one put the lotion on its skin. —CL—    OH SNAP KID NOTHIN’ LIKE THE REAL THING: Nonsense ATL is bringing the party offline again, twice monthly at the Basement in East Atlanta Village.  0,0,10    themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - May 2021 "
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Cute plague trends to keep on a soon-to-be post-pandemic planet: Handwashing/sanitizer everywhere, personal space, masks are fashun too, stay cashless, delivery of everything, working from home, j.o.m.o. — the joy of missing out. And let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century.

If you’ve made it this long without catching COVID-19, strap in a bit longer. Although the mass vaccination of mankind has begun, and millions of humans have been pricked at least once with — well, we don’t know exactly what’s been injected — please rem there are millions left unvaccinated, and, oh yeah, variants are expert travelers. We don’t know when this ride will end, but there’s that glimmer of laser lights and confetti cannons in the distance.

GO OUTSIDE

And take your plants with you

All house plants, like us, want to be outside late March to October-ish. Go see them in their natural environments. Atlanta is a green city with more trees than most, and loads of walks, hikes, waterfalls, streams, and forests. See hundreds of thriving, native plants species without leaving the perimeter.

CL has done the list work for you. Pick from ITP, OTP hiking, walking and camping options. Search “Atlanta Trails” on CLATL.com.

House Plant Shopping in Atlanta

House plants started making a trendy comeback in 2017 after a supposed 30-year hiatus. Today’s plant market is far from my grandmother’s floral shop of the the last century. Humans are paying well into three and four figures for exotic plants that they’ll likely kill. Don’t believe me? Check out the gorgeous storefront at The Victorian in Ponce City Market. We’re talking some 2-inch twigs for $297 — check out the rare plants in shop’s small exotic greenhouse — some so gorgeous and rare, the owner won’t sell. That’s not a diss. Much love that they and their plants are thriving.

If you’re not a risk taker, or are new to plant parenting, stick with low-priced stuff. The best plant is one snipped and propagated — or generation plants, we like to say. If you’re feeling fancy, Atlanta has no shortage of lushly curated vine shops and pop-ups. Varnish & Vine, known for large cacti, pop ups now every Saturday and Sunday with Bradford Botanicals Co. And, new to Glenwood Park, Goat City Plant Design offers green shopping space and delivery to metro Atlanta and beyond.

April 2-4

Start to Finish: An Art and Home Decor Showcase — On the Plaza, or BeltLine side of Ponce City Market, look for an immersive expo of home goods, plants, and fine art. Designed to allow onlookers to lose themselves in the full lifecycle of spacial decor with The Print Shop by FreeMarket, in conjunction with The Victorian (plants!) and Sustainable Home Goods, “Start to Finish” offers an art and home decor showcase.

In tandem, “Future Medicine,” the new fine art collection from mixed-media artist and Atlanta native, Adelaide Tai, will be unveiled. The entire collection is being created now while BeltLine witnesses watch Tai mixing her medicines in isolation through glass walls.

“The mystical world of energy healing found me around the same time as painting, a little lost and looking for direction. As my work as an artist grew, so did my love for alternative healing modalities.

“I have studied Pranic Healing and Reiki, learning about how energy functions on a spiritual and emotional level, inextricably tied to the operations of the physical body. I see how as both modern medicine and holistic therapies evolve, the distance and skepticism between them decreases.

“Just as once-considered-alternative practices like acupuncture are being fully recognized for their efficacy and integrated into hospital systems around the country, I believe that in the future art will be appreciated as inherent to humanity’s wellbeing.

“Elevated spaces and conscious audio-visual interiors are the future medicine.” — Adelaide Tai.

April 10

Oakland Cemetery Plant Sale — A one-day outdoor plant sale open to the public. Tickets required! To avoid lines, this year a $10 ticket/reservation is required. That price is good for two guests and the 10 bucks goes towards any purchases.

This year’s lineup promises rare and exotic, “hard to find” plants. Instead of running over the elderly browsing the shrubbery, consider joining the cemetery’s nonprofit organization. Membership includes early-bird shopping!

April 17 

Mystic District Market: The Herbal Edition — Cults are back. Think makers market with good goth vibes. Vintage vendors, including Simmering Babe Vintage; edible delights by the Hi Five fam; plants for sale; IRL LIVE music and entertainment located in the parking lot behind The Basement EAV. Meet other humans who likely think cults are hot right now.

Hosted by SZN Alxndr with special guest SHI by Florista, SILK WOLF, Ralo + Elio Stereo, and performances by The Off Centered Project will be OUTSIDE for everyone’s pleasure.

Tickets are $6.66. Don’t get caught dead without one. Rain or shine! Hella storm make-up date is April 18, tho.

The Basement, 1245 Glenwood Avenue S. E., 8 p.m.- 2 a.m.

April 19-25

ATL Burger Week — What if all y’all had to do was eat burgers to save the world? Eating burgers during ATL Burger Week 2021 could save some neighborhood restaurants. That’s right. Our food friends who’ve survived are going to be recouping losses for quite some time. By ordering take-out, delivery, or dinner for one at the socially distant bar, y’all are helping our local restaurants, servers, and staff stay alive.

One week only, order the competition burger at as many participating restaurants listed at www.atlburgerweek.com. Once you feel the meat sweats come on, it’s time to vote online for your favorite. Follow along @ATLBurgerWeek

April 23-25

Bear Shadow — Highlands, North Carolina. Not all festivals are dormant. If you’re willing to take a short two-hours-plus-change drive towards the NC mountains and glamp or car camp, live outdoor music could be in your future. The following musical performers will be in the flesh, not streamed: Mandolin Orange, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Chuck Leavell, The War & Treaty, Jamestown Revival, Shelly Colvin, Devon Gilfillian, Robert Ellis, and more, near the classy mountain town of Highlands, NC.

Remember concerts? They pair well with on-site Bear Shadow activities such as guitar lessons, yoga, and “Hike & Mics”  aka guided hikes followed by cocktails, acoustic live — again that’s 3D not streamed — tunes. Psst. Hike & Mics end on a sweet note with “nice ass swag bags” (tip from an anonymous Atlanta influencer). Grab your bubble pod squad and head to the mountain top, Sweet Bithkits!

Free99Fridge

Multiple locations .Free Food. Comida Gratis. Open 24/7.

“A community fridge is a refrigerator that is placed in a public space to enable food to be shared, at no cost, within a community. Anyone can take food out or put food in. This is a mutual aid initiative — not charity.” — free99fridge.com

Just a few reasons for such a great idea are less food waste, easy access to fresh, healthy food; and encouragement to y’all to connect with your community.

There is 24/7 access if you or someone you know is in need; if you have leftovers, please consider donating to any of the locations. Each location is named in honor of a Black community family member whose life was taken tragically too soon. There’s a Slack channel you can check to read what’s going on at each fridge in real time, what’s needed, etc. Just make sure you call each fridge by their names: Korryn, Sandra, Floyd, Breonna, Elijah, and Tamir.

Book Currently Changing Lives — In the Flo, by Alisa Vitti, is rec for people of all genders and ages. Take everything you think you know about a menstrual cycle and trash it. Chances are, you or someone you know is a bleeder, once was, will be, or can just handle a scientific read that explains how those born to menstruate live on an entirely different clock than those born with XY chromosomes. Hint: It’s not a 24-hour clock.

If you’ve come to this column for relationship advice, bless your heart, bc you’re in luck. Humans born with any chromosomes will benefit from reading this book to better understand the XX human body, to ebb and flow with it vs fighting it. Start talking about it. PERIOD. If this triggers your interest, sample some of Vitti’s wisdom on the Gabby Reece podcast, “BioHack Your Flo.”

ATTENTION! YES, YOU — LOOK HERE. If you skipped this subject, you’re at high risk for excessive immaturity and living in the dark.

Friends in High Places — This month, we CBD and chill. Unoia is a lifestyle, not just another CBD company. Black-owned and nurtured by two LGBTQ+ locals, Unoia encourages its followers to think beautifully.

Unoia pops-up on the reg around town and markets. This month, catch them April 17 at Parlour 4-7 p.m. While there, order the Unbothered cocktail featuring Unoia CBD agave. April 19, Unoia Pull Up at Emef Studio Gallery and Store 7-10 p.m. Expect CBD cocktails and yummy gummy tasting. April 25, pop-up at Ponce City Market at the Village Market Retail 2 p.m."
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Cute plague trends to keep on a soon-to-be post-pandemic planet: Handwashing/sanitizer everywhere, personal space, masks are fashun too, stay cashless, delivery of everything, working from home, j.o.m.o. — the joy of missing out. And let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century.

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__GO OUTSIDE__

''And take your plants with you''

All house plants, like us, want to be outside late March to October-ish. Go see them in their natural environments. Atlanta is a green city with more trees than most, and loads of walks, hikes, waterfalls, streams, and forests. See hundreds of thriving, native plants species without leaving the perimeter.

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House plants started making a trendy comeback in 2017 after a supposed 30-year hiatus. Today’s plant market is far from my grandmother’s floral shop of the the last century. Humans are paying well into three and four figures for exotic plants that they’ll likely kill. Don’t believe me? Check out the gorgeous storefront at [https://www.instagram.com/thevictorianatlanta/|The Victorian] in Ponce City Market. We’re talking some 2-inch twigs for $297 — check out the rare plants in shop’s small exotic greenhouse — some so gorgeous and rare, the owner won’t sell. That’s not a diss. Much love that they and their plants are thriving.

If you’re not a risk taker, or are new to plant parenting, stick with low-priced stuff. The best plant is one snipped and propagated — or generation plants, we like to say. If you’re feeling fancy, Atlanta has no shortage of lushly curated vine shops and pop-ups. [http://varnishandvine|Varnish & Vine], known for large cacti, pop ups now every Saturday and Sunday with [https://www.instagram.com/bradfordbotanicalco/|Bradford Botanicals Co]. And, new to Glenwood Park, [http://goatcityplantdesign|Goat City Plant Design] offers green shopping space and delivery to metro Atlanta and beyond.

__April 2-4__

Start to Finish: An Art and Home Decor Showcase — On the Plaza, or BeltLine side of Ponce City Market, look for an immersive expo of home goods, plants, and fine art. Designed to allow onlookers to lose themselves in the full lifecycle of spacial decor with The Print Shop by FreeMarket, in conjunction with The Victorian ''(plants!)'' and Sustainable Home Goods, “Start to Finish” offers an art and home decor showcase.

In tandem, “Future Medicine,” the new fine art collection from mixed-media artist and Atlanta native, [https://www.instagram.com/hi.adelaide/|Adelaide Tai], will be unveiled. The entire collection is being created now while BeltLine witnesses watch Tai mixing her medicines in isolation through glass walls.

“The mystical world of energy healing found me around the same time as painting, a little lost and looking for direction. As my work as an artist grew, so did my love for alternative healing modalities.

“I have studied Pranic Healing and Reiki, learning about how energy functions on a spiritual and emotional level, inextricably tied to the operations of the physical body. I see how as both modern medicine and holistic therapies evolve, the distance and skepticism between them decreases.

“Just as once-considered-alternative practices like acupuncture are being fully recognized for their efficacy and integrated into hospital systems around the country, I believe that in the future art will be appreciated as inherent to humanity’s wellbeing.

“Elevated spaces and conscious audio-visual interiors are the ''future medicine.''” — Adelaide Tai.

__April 10__

Oakland Cemetery Plant Sale — A one-day outdoor plant sale open to the public. Tickets required! To avoid lines, this year a $10 ticket/reservation is required. That price is good for two guests and the 10 bucks goes towards any purchases.

This year’s lineup promises rare and exotic, “hard to find” plants. Instead of running over the elderly browsing the shrubbery, consider joining the cemetery’s nonprofit organization. Membership includes early-bird shopping!

__April 17 __

[https://www.instagram.com/mysticdistrictmarket/?hl=en|Mystic District Market]: The Herbal Edition — Cults are back. Think makers market with good goth vibes. Vintage vendors, including [https://www.instagram.com/simmeringbabe.vintage/?hl=en|Simmering Babe Vintage]; edible delights by the Hi Five fam; plants for sale; IRL LIVE music and entertainment located in the parking lot behind The Basement EAV. Meet other humans who likely think cults are hot right now.

Hosted by [https://www.instagram.com/szn_alxndr/?hl=en|SZN Alxndr] with special guest SHI by Florista, SILK WOLF, Ralo + Elio Stereo, and performances by The Off Centered Project will be OUTSIDE for everyone’s pleasure.

[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mystic-district-marketplace-the-herbal-edition-tickets-142724261107|Tickets are $6.66]. Don’t get caught dead without one. Rain or shine! Hella storm make-up date is April 18, tho.

''The Basement, 1245 Glenwood Avenue S. E., 8 p.m.- 2 a.m.''

__April 19-25__

[https://atlburgerweek.com/|ATL Burger Week] — What if all y’all had to do was eat burgers to save the world? Eating burgers during ATL Burger Week 2021 could save some neighborhood restaurants. That’s right. Our food friends who’ve survived are going to be recouping losses for quite some time. By ordering take-out, delivery, or dinner for one at the socially distant bar, y’all are helping our local restaurants, servers, and staff stay alive.

One week only, order the competition burger at as many participating restaurants listed at www.atlburgerweek.com. Once you feel the meat sweats come on, it’s time to vote online for your favorite. Follow along @ATLBurgerWeek

__April 23-25__

[https://bearshadownc.com/|Bear Shadow] — Highlands, North Carolina. Not all festivals are dormant. If you’re willing to take a short two-hours-plus-change drive towards the NC mountains and glamp or car camp, live outdoor music could be in your future. The following musical performers will be in the flesh, not streamed: Mandolin Orange, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Chuck Leavell, The War & Treaty, Jamestown Revival, Shelly Colvin, Devon Gilfillian, Robert Ellis, and more, near the classy mountain town of Highlands, NC.

Remember concerts? They pair well with on-site Bear Shadow activities such as guitar lessons, yoga, and “Hike & Mics”  aka guided hikes followed by cocktails, acoustic live — again that’s 3D not streamed — tunes. Psst. Hike & Mics end on a sweet note with “nice ass swag bags” (tip from an anonymous Atlanta influencer). Grab your bubble pod squad and head to the mountain top, Sweet Bithkits!

[https://free99fridge.com/|Free99Fridge]

''Multiple locations .Free Food. Comida Gratis. Open 24/7.''

“A community fridge is a refrigerator that is placed in a public space to enable food to be shared, at no cost, within a community. Anyone can take food out or put food in. This is a mutual aid initiative — not charity.” — free99fridge.com

Just a few reasons for such a great idea are less food waste, easy access to fresh, healthy food; and encouragement to y’all to connect with your community.

There is 24/7 access if you or someone you know is in need; if you have leftovers, please consider donating to any of the locations. Each location is named in honor of a Black community family member whose life was taken tragically too soon. There’s a Slack channel you can check to read what’s going on at each fridge in real time, what’s needed, etc. Just make sure you call each fridge by their names: Korryn, Sandra, Floyd, Breonna, Elijah, and Tamir.

Book Currently Changing Lives__ __—__ __[https://intheflobook.com/|In the Flo], by Alisa Vitti, is rec for people of all genders and ages. Take everything you think you know about a menstrual cycle and trash it. Chances are, you or someone you know is a bleeder, once was, will be, or can just handle a scientific read that explains how those born to menstruate live on an entirely different clock than those born with XY chromosomes. Hint: It’s not a 24-hour clock.

If you’ve come to this column for relationship advice, bless your heart, bc you’re in luck. Humans born with any chromosomes will benefit from reading this book to better understand the XX human body, to ebb and flow with it vs fighting it. Start talking about it. PERIOD. If this triggers your interest, sample some of Vitti’s wisdom on the [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0I9vFdOlPRkSPoyTs7cV5Z?si=NWMoPn9KTnqkCyEG4qfD7w|Gabby Reece podcast, “BioHack Your Flo.”]

ATTENTION! YES, YOU — LOOK HERE. If you skipped this subject, you’re at high risk for excessive immaturity and living in the dark.

[https://creativeloafing.com/content-470345-friends-in-high-places-unoia|Friends in High Places] —__ __This month, we CBD and chill. [https://www.instagram.com/unoialifestyle/|Unoia] is a lifestyle, not just another CBD company. Black-owned and nurtured by two LGBTQ+ locals, Unoia encourages its followers to think beautifully.

Unoia pops-up on the reg around town and markets. This month, catch them April 17 at Parlour 4-7 p.m. While there, order the Unbothered cocktail featuring Unoia CBD agave. April 19, Unoia Pull Up at Emef Studio Gallery and Store 7-10 p.m. Expect CBD cocktails and yummy gummy tasting. April 25, pop-up at Ponce City Market at the Village Market Retail 2 p.m."
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Cute plague trends to keep on a soon-to-be post-pandemic planet: Handwashing/sanitizer everywhere, personal space, masks are fashun too, stay cashless, delivery of everything, working from home, j.o.m.o. — the joy of missing out. And let’s thank QR codes for making the comeback of the century.

If you’ve made it this long without catching COVID-19, strap in a bit longer. Although the mass vaccination of mankind has begun, and millions of humans have been pricked at least once with — well, we don’t know exactly what’s been injected — please rem there are millions left unvaccinated, and, oh yeah, variants are expert travelers. We don’t know when this ride will end, but there’s that glimmer of laser lights and confetti cannons in the distance.

GO OUTSIDE

And take your plants with you

All house plants, like us, want to be outside late March to October-ish. Go see them in their natural environments. Atlanta is a green city with more trees than most, and loads of walks, hikes, waterfalls, streams, and forests. See hundreds of thriving, native plants species without leaving the perimeter.

CL has done the list work for you. Pick from ITP, OTP hiking, walking and camping options. Search “Atlanta Trails” on CLATL.com.

House Plant Shopping in Atlanta

House plants started making a trendy comeback in 2017 after a supposed 30-year hiatus. Today’s plant market is far from my grandmother’s floral shop of the the last century. Humans are paying well into three and four figures for exotic plants that they’ll likely kill. Don’t believe me? Check out the gorgeous storefront at The Victorian in Ponce City Market. We’re talking some 2-inch twigs for $297 — check out the rare plants in shop’s small exotic greenhouse — some so gorgeous and rare, the owner won’t sell. That’s not a diss. Much love that they and their plants are thriving.

If you’re not a risk taker, or are new to plant parenting, stick with low-priced stuff. The best plant is one snipped and propagated — or generation plants, we like to say. If you’re feeling fancy, Atlanta has no shortage of lushly curated vine shops and pop-ups. Varnish & Vine, known for large cacti, pop ups now every Saturday and Sunday with Bradford Botanicals Co. And, new to Glenwood Park, Goat City Plant Design offers green shopping space and delivery to metro Atlanta and beyond.

April 2-4

Start to Finish: An Art and Home Decor Showcase — On the Plaza, or BeltLine side of Ponce City Market, look for an immersive expo of home goods, plants, and fine art. Designed to allow onlookers to lose themselves in the full lifecycle of spacial decor with The Print Shop by FreeMarket, in conjunction with The Victorian (plants!) and Sustainable Home Goods, “Start to Finish” offers an art and home decor showcase.

In tandem, “Future Medicine,” the new fine art collection from mixed-media artist and Atlanta native, Adelaide Tai, will be unveiled. The entire collection is being created now while BeltLine witnesses watch Tai mixing her medicines in isolation through glass walls.

“The mystical world of energy healing found me around the same time as painting, a little lost and looking for direction. As my work as an artist grew, so did my love for alternative healing modalities.

“I have studied Pranic Healing and Reiki, learning about how energy functions on a spiritual and emotional level, inextricably tied to the operations of the physical body. I see how as both modern medicine and holistic therapies evolve, the distance and skepticism between them decreases.

“Just as once-considered-alternative practices like acupuncture are being fully recognized for their efficacy and integrated into hospital systems around the country, I believe that in the future art will be appreciated as inherent to humanity’s wellbeing.

“Elevated spaces and conscious audio-visual interiors are the future medicine.” — Adelaide Tai.

April 10

Oakland Cemetery Plant Sale — A one-day outdoor plant sale open to the public. Tickets required! To avoid lines, this year a $10 ticket/reservation is required. That price is good for two guests and the 10 bucks goes towards any purchases.

This year’s lineup promises rare and exotic, “hard to find” plants. Instead of running over the elderly browsing the shrubbery, consider joining the cemetery’s nonprofit organization. Membership includes early-bird shopping!

April 17 

Mystic District Market: The Herbal Edition — Cults are back. Think makers market with good goth vibes. Vintage vendors, including Simmering Babe Vintage; edible delights by the Hi Five fam; plants for sale; IRL LIVE music and entertainment located in the parking lot behind The Basement EAV. Meet other humans who likely think cults are hot right now.

Hosted by SZN Alxndr with special guest SHI by Florista, SILK WOLF, Ralo + Elio Stereo, and performances by The Off Centered Project will be OUTSIDE for everyone’s pleasure.

Tickets are $6.66. Don’t get caught dead without one. Rain or shine! Hella storm make-up date is April 18, tho.

The Basement, 1245 Glenwood Avenue S. E., 8 p.m.- 2 a.m.

April 19-25

ATL Burger Week — What if all y’all had to do was eat burgers to save the world? Eating burgers during ATL Burger Week 2021 could save some neighborhood restaurants. That’s right. Our food friends who’ve survived are going to be recouping losses for quite some time. By ordering take-out, delivery, or dinner for one at the socially distant bar, y’all are helping our local restaurants, servers, and staff stay alive.

One week only, order the competition burger at as many participating restaurants listed at www.atlburgerweek.com. Once you feel the meat sweats come on, it’s time to vote online for your favorite. Follow along @ATLBurgerWeek

April 23-25

Bear Shadow — Highlands, North Carolina. Not all festivals are dormant. If you’re willing to take a short two-hours-plus-change drive towards the NC mountains and glamp or car camp, live outdoor music could be in your future. The following musical performers will be in the flesh, not streamed: Mandolin Orange, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Chuck Leavell, The War & Treaty, Jamestown Revival, Shelly Colvin, Devon Gilfillian, Robert Ellis, and more, near the classy mountain town of Highlands, NC.

Remember concerts? They pair well with on-site Bear Shadow activities such as guitar lessons, yoga, and “Hike & Mics”  aka guided hikes followed by cocktails, acoustic live — again that’s 3D not streamed — tunes. Psst. Hike & Mics end on a sweet note with “nice ass swag bags” (tip from an anonymous Atlanta influencer). Grab your bubble pod squad and head to the mountain top, Sweet Bithkits!

Free99Fridge

Multiple locations .Free Food. Comida Gratis. Open 24/7.

“A community fridge is a refrigerator that is placed in a public space to enable food to be shared, at no cost, within a community. Anyone can take food out or put food in. This is a mutual aid initiative — not charity.” — free99fridge.com

Just a few reasons for such a great idea are less food waste, easy access to fresh, healthy food; and encouragement to y’all to connect with your community.

There is 24/7 access if you or someone you know is in need; if you have leftovers, please consider donating to any of the locations. Each location is named in honor of a Black community family member whose life was taken tragically too soon. There’s a Slack channel you can check to read what’s going on at each fridge in real time, what’s needed, etc. Just make sure you call each fridge by their names: Korryn, Sandra, Floyd, Breonna, Elijah, and Tamir.

Book Currently Changing Lives — In the Flo, by Alisa Vitti, is rec for people of all genders and ages. Take everything you think you know about a menstrual cycle and trash it. Chances are, you or someone you know is a bleeder, once was, will be, or can just handle a scientific read that explains how those born to menstruate live on an entirely different clock than those born with XY chromosomes. Hint: It’s not a 24-hour clock.

If you’ve come to this column for relationship advice, bless your heart, bc you’re in luck. Humans born with any chromosomes will benefit from reading this book to better understand the XX human body, to ebb and flow with it vs fighting it. Start talking about it. PERIOD. If this triggers your interest, sample some of Vitti’s wisdom on the Gabby Reece podcast, “BioHack Your Flo.”

ATTENTION! YES, YOU — LOOK HERE. If you skipped this subject, you’re at high risk for excessive immaturity and living in the dark.

Friends in High Places — This month, we CBD and chill. Unoia is a lifestyle, not just another CBD company. Black-owned and nurtured by two LGBTQ+ locals, Unoia encourages its followers to think beautifully.

Unoia pops-up on the reg around town and markets. This month, catch them April 17 at Parlour 4-7 p.m. While there, order the Unbothered cocktail featuring Unoia CBD agave. April 19, Unoia Pull Up at Emef Studio Gallery and Store 7-10 p.m. Expect CBD cocktails and yummy gummy tasting. April 25, pop-up at Ponce City Market at the Village Market Retail 2 p.m.    Jake Llaurado FUTURE MEDICINE: Mixed-media artist and Atlanta native Adelaide Tai will be working in real time behind a glass display on Ponce City Market’s Beltline platform leading up to her April show.  0,0,10    themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - April 2021 "
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January 17, 2020
Powder Springs, Georgia
Samuel David Mallard, 19, was shot and killed by Cobb County SWAT officers who said they had arrived at his home to arrest him because he was a suspect in multiple crimes, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
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Andrew Smyrna, 32, was shot and killed by a Georgia State Patrol trooper after he was found driving an alleged stolen car. According to the ''Atlanta Journal-Constitution.'', police said Smyrna was initially parked when officers confronted him, but attempted to leave. Smyrna allegedly drove toward the trooper, hitting his patrol car, and the trooper then shot at Smyrna. 
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Augusta, Georgia
Goldie Bellinger, 39, of Williston, South Carolina, was fatally shot by SWAT officers in an hours-long standoff at an Augusta motel. According to the ''Atlanta Journal-Constitution'' police had been sent to the motel for a wellness check, authorities said. 
Police said Bellinger barricaded himself in his room and refused to speak to deputies. One deputy said Bellinger had a gun, which Bellinger allegedly pointed at deputies at some point. 
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May 9, 2020
Claxton, Georgia
Yassin Mohamed, 47, was fatally shot by an Evans County deputy who said he was responding to reports that Mohamed was walking in the middle of a road. The deputy reported multiple encounters with Mohamed that day, according to WGCL-TV, the Atlanta CBS affiliate. 
When the deputy arrived, Mohamed allegedly fled and then threw rocks at the deputy, hitting him once. Police said Mohamed then charged at the deputy with a larger rock, at which point the deputy shot Mohamed. Mohamed was pronounced dead at the scene.{BOX}{BOX( bg="#d4d5d6")}{imagefloatleft imageid="34544" wdthval="400px"}~~#000:Momodou Lamin Sisay~~
May 29, 2020
Snellville, Georgia
“How can an expired tag situation escalate into a killing?” — Banka Manneh, a Gambian human rights activist in Atlanta — The Washington Post
Momodou Lamin Sisay, 39, the son of a retired United Nations employee and Gambian diplomat, was killed by a Gwinnett County Police Department SWAT officer after a vehicle pursuit, WGCL-TV reported. 
Snellville police had attempted to stop Sisay because he had a vehicle tag violation, police said. Sisay allegedly did not stop, and Snellville police chased Sisay until they applied a pursuit intervention technique (PIT) maneuver, forcing Sisay’s vehicle off the road. 
Police said they approached the car and told Sisay to show his hands, but said he didn’t comply and allegedly pointed a handgun at the officers. The officers then opened fire and took cover. As they shouted commands at Sisay, he allegedly revved his car’s engine and attempted to flee.
The Gwinnett Co. SWAT team arrived and attempted to negotiate with Sisay as he remained in the vehicle, police said. Sisay allegedly fired at a SWAT officer, who returned fire. Sisay was then found unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene.{BOX}{BOX()}{imagefloatleft imageid="34545" wdthval="400px"}~~#000:Phillip Jackson~~
June 11, 2020
Tunnel Hill, Georgia
Phillip Jackson, 32, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, was a passenger in a Tennessee-registered vehicle believed to have been reported stolen when police began chasing the car, Chattanooga’s WDEF-TV reported. 
The car chase reached speeds up to 120 mph, Georgia State Patrol said. The chase ended when officers conducted a PIT maneuver, a move that caused the suspect’s vehicle to tailspin, hit a median, flip, and hit a tree, according to WDEF-TV. 
Jackson, and another passenger, died on the scene. The driver of the car was flown to a hospital in Chattanooga.{BOX}{BOX( bg="#d4d5d6")}{imagefloatleft imageid="34546" wdthval="400px"}~~#000:Rayshard Brooks~~
June 12, 2020
Atlanta, Georgia
Rayshard Brooks, 27, had fallen asleep in his car in a Wendy’s drive-thru lane when he was approached by officers and then fatally shot. 
Police body cameras show that two Atlanta police officers had a calm conversation with Brooks for more than 40 minutes after they received complaints of him sleeping in the car. Police said Brooks failed a sobriety test and then struggled when officers attempted to handcuff him. 
Brooks managed to grab a taser from one of the officers and ran away, at one point aiming the taser at one of the officers. One of the officers then shot Brooks twice in the back. 
Brooks died after undergoing surgery following the incident.{BOX}{BOX()}{imagefloatleft imageid="34547" wdthval="400px"}~~#000:Vincent Demario Truitt~~
July 14, 2020
Austell, Georgia
Vincent Demario Truitt, 17, was shot by a Cobb County police officer after a traffic stop resulted in a foot chase, according to WGCL-TV. 
Police had attempted to stop a vehicle with three teenage passengers, including Truitt, believing the car had been stolen, authorities said. The driver of the car fled, and when it reached a dead end, Truitt and another teen fled on foot. When Truitt allegedly brandished a gun, an officer then shot Truitt twice in the back. Truitt later died at an Atlanta hospital. 
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August 7, 2020
Sylvania, Georgia
Julian Edward Roosevelt Lewis, 60, was fatally shot by a Georgia state trooper after he allegedly tried to flee from a traffic stop, the Associated Press reported. 
An attorney for Lewis’ family said that the traffic stop was initiated because Lewis had a tail light out. Police said the trooper chased Lewis until he forced him off the road and into a ditch, then fired one shot that killed him. 
The trooper was fired and charged with felony murder and aggravated assault.{BOX}{BOX()}{imagefloatleft imageid="34549" wdthval="400px"}~~#000:Rafael Jevon Minniefield~~
August 13, 2020
Moreland, Georgia
Rafael Jevon Minniefield, 29, died after a police chase in Coweta County, Georgia. Police said they spotted Minniefield driving his Dodge Ram against the curb of a street for roughly 50 yards, prompting an officer to believe he was driving under the influence, according to the ''Atlanta Journal-Constitution''. 
When the officer pulled him over, police said Minniefield drove away. A police chase ensued, with Minnifield reaching speeds of over 100 mph, according to video footage. A deputy performed a PIT maneuver, causing Minniefield to spin out into a pasture and flip, hitting a power pole and several trees. Minniefield was ejected from his vehicle and died on the way to the hospital. 
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  string(17505) "The Move cannot recommend celebrations while police brutality continues to inflame and destroy families and communities — and Breonna Taylor’s murderers remain free. And nearly 200,000 Americans have died since March due to the coronavirus. We should all miss the days when we had to sleep with a stranger to get a virus.

We must, however, keep moving forward. The Move talked to some of our regular movers and shakers to discover not only how everyone is adjusting to the new life, but making the world better than it was.

Read on to lubricate the mind and learn about the dance clubs that are feeding doses of safe energies to the public, the restaurant owners n’ do-gooders who’ve survived beyond one stimulus check (signed Donald), and those making sure the safety of Black lives isn’t just a trend in 2020.

Speaking of which, if you have disposable income, and haven’t been donating to organizations workjing with Black, Indigenous, people of color — it’s 2020! Get creative with your donations, ask friends to chip in, maybe even sell your blood diamonds.

Disclaimer: Cancelations due to the urgent response of Black Lives Matter protests or coronavirus pandemic outbreaks highly possible, please confirm events online.

!!The Move’s visual artist to follow — George Baker III

Lucky us, this artist (@GFB3 on Insta.) has stayed busy in 2020. Baker just finished the mural dripping down the front of the new Slutty Vegan location on Edgewood Avenue. Just before that, he was part of Dashboard’s recent exhibit, “In Light,” “an open air art exhibit exploring themes of connection in times of uncertainty.” But we’re most excited about the massive BLM mural now living in front of Decatur High.

“We had over 500 community members volunteer with us to paint every last square inch of this piece, and, to be honest, I was amazed by the willingness to help. The stories I heard, the tears I’ve seen from my peers, and the smiling faces of the everyday people is definitely something I’ll take with me forever. Every push of this boulder up the hill towards a new day helps us get there. We don’t know what will cause the spark, but we must continue to start as many fires as possible.” — George Baker III

!!Hiring!

Earn cash and be a model citizen. Get paid to work the polls in November. There aren’t enough poll workers bc of COVID-19. Secure your paid position now, and let Granny stay safe at home.

“The Fulton County Elections Office is seeking highly motivated dependable individuals to work from 6:00 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. (9:30 p.m. for City of Atlanta General Election) on Election Day.” — https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/

!!Southern Fried Queer Pride

SFQP receives recurring mentions in The Move — for far too many more reasons than will fit in this box — proving why you should fund a black-owned queer community space: When the queers win, everyone benefits. Creative inspiration usually starts in queer communities. Black drag queens invented camp and, therefore, all we hold holy. Southern Fried Queer Pride has been bringing the love for years and is finally close to having a physical location — with the help of your donations. A space much needed with indie, DIY favs like The Bakery and Mammal Gallery, no longer options.

SFQP gives direct access to social, human, and financial capital to communities who have been systematically denied these resources, and they curate immersive and intentional user-center programming, as well as incubate accessible and robust leadership for emerging artists and leaders in the South.

Straight as an arrow? Have no fear. SFQP’s new place will be a safe space for all to enjoy, learn, and gain inspo. Keep the deep-fried liberation alive by becoming a monthly donor. Donation amt is pay what you can, a established theme in SFQP’s mission.

Wussy Mag’s virtual telethons have been raising cash for queer artists since the early days of COVID outbreaks with their “Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity” streaming on Twitch.tv. “So far, we have raised over $15k in mutual aid, 100% of which has gone directly into the pockets of rural Queer artists, performers, and collectives.” — Jon Dean, Wussy Mag creator.

The content doesn’t stop there. Wussy Mag is producing a new online series, "Southern Black Trans Lives Matter," with moderators Taylor Alxndr of Southern Fried Queer Pride; Jesse Pratt López, founder of the Homeless Black Trans women fund; and Cortez Wright from the Southern Center for Human Rights. In this episode, the panel discusses what it looks like to begin to see long-term partners engaged in the liberation of their work for trans folks in Atlanta.

!!Dad’s Garage

If you’re a reggae — that means a regular MOVE reader — y’all already kno she loves her some IRL LOLs at Dad’s Garage. Old normal: Gather at an abandoned church turned Dad’s Garage comedy club, watch for a few hours, laugh, cry, go home. New normal: The show must go on(line) streaming via Twitch, meaning you don’t have to leave your bed, couch, or even golden throne. (gross, tho).

“(Dad’s Garage) founded in the summer of 1995 by a group of wacky college kids who wanted to make theater they couldn't see anywhere else. Since then, we've grown to a large, professional (-ish) organization of entertainers, designers, and administrators.” — Dad’s Garage.

If minor snickers just aren’t cutting it anymore, and you’re depressed AF, Dad’s Garage Twitch account streams on the reg and offers a subscription for $4.99/mo, not required, just a cool way to support the most funniest! nonprofit in ATL. Don’t turn to the The Move for tax advice, but maybe it’s a write-off seeing as Dad’s is a not-for-profit?

Donate and Streaming.

!!Save Our Stages!

The Move caught up with local mega promoter Josh Antenucci of Rival Entertainment to ask about the future of our venues, now empty due to the virus.

“There were a lot of independent venues and promoters that were screwed with nowhere to turn for help. The common bond of the severity of our situation was unifying, and, led by a handful of badasses with extra time on their hands and their livelihoods at stake, NIVA (National Independent Venue Association) was born.” — Josh Antenucci

What can folx at home do to help?

“Go to www.SaveOurStages.com and keep the messages flowing. Even better, call or email your senators and let them know how live music plays a role in your life, your job, and of course, your spending in Georgia,” Antenucci continues. “They need to understand that for every $1 spent at a music venue, $12 more is spent at restaurants, bars, hotels, and retail in the area. Live music is an economic multiplier, and if we go down, the whole block might, too.”

Atlanta would be thanking Rival Entertainment for bringing Phish to Piedmont Park for two nights, Candler Park Fest, and 400+ shows at Center Stage/The Loft/Vinyl this year if it weren’t for COVID-19. It only took seeing his first concert, Run DMC, and the Beastie Boys’ Together Forever Tour in 1987, for Antenucci to kick off a career now responsible for producing shows well into the five figures (his estimate). The least we can do is email and call our elected officials to make sure we get the possibility of thousands more.

!!The Groove ATL

Keeping our energies up!

One of ATL’s longest-running, favorite parties, The Groove, hasn’t slowed down in 2020.  DJ Wally Sparks and Xavier Blk are still supplying good vibes weekly and virtually on Twitch.tv. House music is best enjoyed with others and its magic makes folx gravitate towards each other. Since we can’t absorb each other’s energies in public, take to the screen, connect to a Bluetooth, or pop in your ear buds and simply groove inside — until the china shakes.

“We’ll be hosting our event @thegrooveatl Thursday Sept. 5, Friday, Oct. 30, and Friday, Nov. 27, on @clubhouse_global. They’re one of the leading live-streaming platforms that have surfaced over the course of the past few months … This is the first time they’ll be featuring an ATL-based party ❤️.” — Xavier Blk

Rumor has it, there will be a game-show element coming to these grooves.

Follow @thegrooveATL on Instagram or Twitter for updated info.

!!Free99Fridge

Step up and join the do-gooders


The Free99Fridge project was started on July 19, 2020 with a simple mission. “Eating healthy, daily meals shouldn’t be a privilege,” founder Latisha Springer states. This is a mutual aid initiative that is working to establish fridges with pantries all over the greater Atlanta area, open 24/7 and offering free healthy food access, powered by the people.


According to a 2010 USDA study, there are approximately 133 billion pounds and $161 billion worth of food wasted a year. But in ATL, Free99Fridge will lower those numbers by dropping refrigerators in East Lake, West End, Ormewood Park, Reynoldstown, Edgewood, Kirkwood, and the Buford Highway area over the next several months. The West End location was already launched at Best End Brewing (1036 White Street SW) on Friday, August 28.

“Since creating our Instagram (@free99fridge) in mid-July,” Springer says, “we’ve been able to source eight fridges and have started the long process of getting them placed around Atlanta. As this is a large undertaking, we’ve been relying on the support of our neighbors and volunteers through the donations of money, fridges, building materials, and more, to help us build up community — one fridge at a time. Without them, NONE of this would have been possible!”

!!Ecstatic Dance

Remember, nothing is set in stone in 2020, but Ecstatic Dance has been popping up in Candler Park, yes as in real life, when the rain lets up, which it hasn’t. An OG reg on The Move, ED is a place to throw your body around and let it follow the music before your mind catches up. It sounds freeing, bc it is.

We approve this event bc there is plenty of space to move around more than six feet from one another. Legally, masks can’t be required, but without one you shall be mask-shamed by a bunch of noodling hippies. Come as you are, leave ecstatic. Sobriety is not required, but it will help the good vibes seep into your pores more easily.

Check in with Ecstatic Dance Facebook page and DJ Scott Houston for updates.

!!Electric Hospitality

Keeping us fed

Whenever The Move is to Golden Eagle again, ask to sit in Jay’s section. A member of the opening team in 2017, we’ll let him tell you why he’s stayed with Golden Eagle, although the doors have been closed since March 2020.

“At the beginning of the quarantine, Electric Hospitality (the restaurant group that is Golden Eagle, Muchacho, and Ladybird) stayed in close contact with all the employees to make sure we all had access to food and toiletries.

“This went on for a few months, but after everyone got on UI, they expanded into preparing meals for other members of the service industry outside of the restaurant group, and started the nonprofit ATL FAMILY MEAL.

“They do meal deliveries to food insecure members of the service industry, especially folks who are ineligible for UI benefits. For the first few months EH management would personally call each employee to see how we were doing as far as food — and emotionally.” — Jay Norris, server, Golden Eagle.

ATL Family Meal had donated more than 75K meals to hungry hospitality workers. They kept their doors closed and staff safe. Not every restaurant has the financial ability to do so, but if you do, and you haven’t, BYEEEEEEEEEE.

!!Mike + Keke Present:
UPDATE:  RIP Music Room. The heartbeat of Atlanta nightlife will not be reopening. 

 
Our friends at SOS (Music Room, SPKEZ, Bonelick Southern Kitchen) were some of the first to adjust to the dawn of new life in 2020, closing their doors to the public, creating “SOS” pop-ups with dinner packages for bi-weekly pick up, and streaming live events from a now empty dance floor in the basement. Even when their windows were blasted out in the aftermath of Rayshard Brooks’ death, they didn’t blame those involved. “There was tension in the air, and rightly so. Our windows being shot out was something that we certainly did not want to happen, but we understand that sometimes things must get to a boiling point to make them heard. We heard. And we feel very strongly that there is nothing but positivity coming from the BLM movement, and we want to do everything that we can to support the Black artists, musicians and Black-owned businesses in our wonderful city. We consider ourselves part of the BLM movement. If we had to lose a few windows to let someone’s frustration finally be heard, well, then, so be it.” — Keiran Neely, co-owner Music Room, Edgewood SPKEZ, and SOS POP-UP KITCHEN.

Music Room has been running a livestream party every Saturday from 8-11 p.m. on Twitch to help raise funds to pay for the ongoing costs of the venue. Music Room, and life on Edgewood Avenue, inspired the “You’re Welcome” event newsletters that eventually became The Move. They clearly haven’t stopped inspiring.

Wednesday is a rotating fried chicken menu.  Examples: General Tso’s, Nashville Hot, Miso-Brined Wasabi, Korean Fried Chicken. Price $22-28. Fridays, the menu is a rotating internationally-inspired family-style meal to-go. It’s always made from scratch and feeds two+. This is usually a clever, five-course, prix fixe menu that is as entertaining and playful as it is delicious. Examples are the International House of Dumplings (IHOD): a selection of dumplings inspired by classic plates from various countries, none of which are traditional dumplings, but English Fish and Chips Dumplings, or Indian Chicken Tikka Masala Dumplings; The Sitch: a playful take on a Szechuan feast, incorporating local ingredients; and Polylife: A Polynesian-inspired pupu platter, $39.99.

The menu usually sells out each day. To get on the list, email sospopupkitchen at gmail.com to order.

We can expect more changes from SOS. Seeing as “this COVID situation is not going away any time soon, (we) will be making a transition to Mike + Keke Present as more of a permanent change,” Neely tells The Move regarding the future. Ideas are being tossed around, but no definite plans for the location at 327 Edgewood Avenue have been made public.

Donate: paypal.me/musicroom/327 or CashApp $musicroom327

!!TipTop Proper Cocktails

If the above isn’t enough, and you still need a drink …

Life Hack: Leave the Bota Box behind bc y’all kno that box hides all your feelings — and how much wine you’re drinking. White Claw may look n’ taste like bubbly H20, but it’ll be claws out, lights out, waking up on a MARTA bus OTP … or so we’ve heard. Sidenote: MARTA is free right now!

In 2020, we’ve moved onto a more sophisticated, sanitary, and local way to get a buzz. Atlanta-raised, classy and trashy. Tip Top Cocktails are the balance The Move strives for in daily living. The recipes of bartender and James Beard finalist, Miles Macquarrie (Kimball House, Watchman’s Seafood & Spirits), live in a perfect pour can, weighing in at 100 ML, conveniently canned and TSA-legal, if you must fly rn.

Tip Top Proper Cocktails was founded by two lifelong friends and Atlanta OGs who came from the music industry: Yoni Reisman, who founded the Governor's Ball Music Festival in New York, and Neal Cohen, previously marketing director for Superfly, co-producer of Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, and Comedy Central's “Clusterfest.”

When asked how the coronavirus has affected this young business, co-owner Cohen opened up to The Move. “Considering we're still under a year old, a lot has changed in the past year,” he says, “but certainly COVID-19 has had an impact on business. While people have been picking up Tip Top from liquor stores, we’ve been selling Tip Top as a to-go item at restaurants and hotels. All of the events, bars, and music venues are no longer operating, taking away both great places to sell our product and the best way to get the word out about a new beverage brand. Nonetheless, we keep growing, and have just introduced an eight-pack package, while expanding into Colorado and Texas in August. The pandemic has made canned cocktails an even bigger category. In that respect, we've received a lot of attention as a great solution to contactless beverage service needs and for people at home who don't want to deal with mixing at the end of a long, demoralizing day.”

Tip Top isn’t just about class in a can. They recently participated in the Southern Restaurants for Racial Justice Bake Sale and sponsored the ATL Collective virtual performance of Marvin Gaye's What's Going On? where proceeds went to the Atlanta Music Project.

For ATL ITP, try Green's, Tower, Elemental Spirits, Sun In My Belly, Little Five Points Package Store, My Friend's Bottle Shop, SAVI Provisions, Citi Wine & Spirits, Decatur Package Store, and Toco Giant.

!!Locations

On the move? Here’s a playlist with all roots deep in Atlanta: Ocean Kelly, Hot Girl Jade, automobilia, Sound Culture, FUX, TWINS (That Which Is Not Said), Space Kadet, Pump Fake and Lady Clementine's Fantastic Party. —CL—

 

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We must, however, keep moving forward. ''The Move'' talked to some of our regular movers and shakers to discover not only how everyone is adjusting to the new life, but making the world better than it was.

Read on to lubricate the mind and learn about the dance clubs that are feeding doses of safe energies to the public, the restaurant owners n’ do-gooders who’ve survived beyond one stimulus check (signed ''Donald''), and those making sure the safety of Black lives isn’t just a trend in 2020.

Speaking of which, if you have disposable income, and haven’t been donating to organizations workjing with Black, Indigenous, people of color — it’s 2020! Get creative with your donations, ask friends to chip in, maybe even sell your blood diamonds.

''Disclaimer'': Cancelations due to the urgent response of Black Lives Matter protests or coronavirus pandemic outbreaks highly possible, please confirm events online.

!!''The Move’s'' visual artist to follow — __George Baker III__

Lucky us, this artist ([https://instagram.com/gfb3?igshid=vk5v5f7yx2hn|@GFB3 on Insta].) has stayed busy in 2020. Baker just finished the mural dripping down the front of the new [https://sluttyveganatl.com/|Slutty Vegan] location on Edgewood Avenue. Just before that, he was part of [http://www.dashboard.us/|Dashboard]’s recent exhibit, “In Light,” “an open air art exhibit exploring themes of connection in times of uncertainty.” But we’re most excited about the massive BLM mural now living in front of Decatur High.

“We had over 500 community members volunteer with us to paint every last square inch of this piece, and, to be honest, I was amazed by the willingness to help. The stories I heard, the tears I’ve seen from my peers, and the smiling faces of the everyday people is definitely something I’ll take with me forever. Every push of this boulder up the hill towards a new day helps us get there. We don’t know what will cause the spark, but we must continue to start as many fires as possible.” — George Baker III

!!Hiring!

Earn cash and be a model citizen. Get [https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/|paid to work the polls] in November. There aren’t enough poll workers bc of COVID-19. Secure your paid position now, and let Granny stay safe at home.

“The Fulton County Elections Office is seeking highly motivated dependable individuals to work from 6:00 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. (9:30 p.m. for City of Atlanta General Election) on Election Day.” — [https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/]

!![http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/|Southern Fried Queer Pride]

SFQP receives recurring mentions in ''The Move'' — for far too many more reasons than will fit in this box — proving why you should fund a black-owned queer community space: When the queers win, everyone benefits. Creative inspiration usually starts in queer communities. Black drag queens invented camp and, therefore, all we hold holy. [http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/|Southern Fried Queer Pride] has been bringing the love for years and is finally close to having a physical location — with the help of your donations. A space much needed with indie, DIY favs like [https://thebakeryatlanta.com/|The Bakery] and M[http://www.mammalgallery.com/|ammal Gallery], no longer options.

SFQP gives direct access to social, human, and financial capital to communities who have been systematically denied these resources, and they curate immersive and intentional user-center programming, as well as incubate accessible and robust leadership for emerging artists and leaders in the South.

Straight as an arrow? Have no fear. SFQP’s new place will be a safe space for all to enjoy, learn, and gain inspo. Keep the deep-fried liberation alive by becoming a monthly donor. Donation amt is pay what you can, a established theme in SFQP’s mission.

[https://www.wussymag.com/|''Wussy Mag'']’s virtual telethons have been raising cash for queer artists since the early days of COVID outbreaks with their “[https://m.twitch.tv/endmetronormativity/profile|Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity]” streaming on Twitch.tv. “So far, we have raised over $15k in mutual aid, 100% of which has gone directly into the pockets of rural Queer artists, performers, and collectives.” — Jon Dean, ''Wussy Mag'' creator.

The content doesn’t stop there. ''Wussy Mag'' is producing a new online series, "Southern Black Trans Lives Matter," with moderators Taylor Alxndr of Southern Fried Queer Pride; Jesse Pratt López, founder of the Homeless Black Trans women fund; and Cortez Wright from the Southern Center for Human Rights. In this episode, the panel discusses what it looks like to begin to see long-term partners engaged in the liberation of their work for trans folks in Atlanta.

!!Dad’s Garage

If you’re a reggae — that means a ''regular'' MOVE reader — y’all already kno she loves her some IRL LOLs at [https://whateyeweight8.live/?utm_campaign=QPF8euu28II5lw7O2iHhCidoSOXmw5oLxD6bwphw43U1&t=main9|Dad’s Garage]. Old normal: Gather at an abandoned church turned Dad’s Garage comedy club, watch for a few hours, laugh, cry, go home. New normal: The show must go on(line) streaming via Twitch, meaning you don’t have to leave your bed, couch, or even golden throne. (''gross, tho'').

“(Dad’s Garage) founded in the summer of 1995 by a group of wacky college kids who wanted to make theater they couldn't see anywhere else. Since then, we've grown to a large, professional (-ish) organization of entertainers, designers, and administrators.” — Dad’s Garage.

If minor snickers just aren’t cutting it anymore, and you’re depressed AF, Dad’s Garage Twitch account streams on the reg and offers a subscription for $4.99/mo, not required, just a cool way to support the most funniest! nonprofit in ATL. Don’t turn to the ''The Move'' for tax advice, but maybe it’s a write-off seeing as Dad’s is a not-for-profit?

[https://dadsgarage.com/|Donate] and [twitch.tv/dadsgarageatl|Streaming].

!!Save Our Stages!

''The Move'' caught up with local mega promoter Josh Antenucci of [https://rivalentertainment.com/|Rival Entertainment] to ask about the future of our venues, now empty due to the virus.

“There were a lot of independent venues and promoters that were screwed with nowhere to turn for help. The common bond of the severity of our situation was unifying, and, led by a handful of badasses with extra time on their hands and their livelihoods at stake, NIVA ([https://www.nivassoc.org/|National Independent Venue Association]) was born.” — Josh Antenucci

__What can folx at home do to help?__

“Go to [https://www.saveourstages.com/|www.SaveOurStages.com] and keep the messages flowing. Even better, call or email your senators and let them know how live music plays a role in your life, your job, and of course, your spending in Georgia,” Antenucci continues. “They need to understand that for every $1 spent at a music venue, $12 more is spent at restaurants, bars, hotels, and retail in the area. Live music is an economic multiplier, and if we go down, the whole block might, too.”

Atlanta ''would'' be thanking Rival Entertainment for bringing [https://phish.com/|Phish] to Piedmont Park for two nights, [https://candlerparkmusicfestival.com/|Candler Park Fest], and 400+ shows at [https://www.centerstage-atlanta.com/|Center Stage/The Loft/Vinyl] this year if it weren’t for COVID-19. It only took seeing his first concert, Run DMC, and the Beastie Boys’ Together Forever Tour in 1987, for Antenucci to kick off a career now responsible for producing shows well into the five figures (his estimate). The least we can do is email and call our elected officials to make sure we get the possibility of thousands more.

!![https://www.thegrooveatl.com/|The Groove ATL]

__''Keeping our energies up!''__

One of ATL’s longest-running, favorite parties, The Groove, hasn’t slowed down in 2020.  [https://instagram.com/djwallysparks?igshid=mg647rbly8dp|DJ Wally Sparks] and [https://instagram.com/xavierblk?igshid=1f7oaxqs43vnm|Xavier Blk] are still supplying good vibes weekly and virtually on [https://www.twitch.tv/thegrooveatl|Twitch.tv]. House music is best enjoyed with others and its magic makes folx gravitate towards each other. Since we can’t absorb each other’s energies in public, take to the screen, connect to a Bluetooth, or pop in your ear buds and simply groove inside — until the china shakes.

“We’ll be hosting our event @thegrooveatl Thursday Sept. 5, Friday, Oct. 30, and Friday, Nov. 27, on @clubhouse_global. They’re one of the leading live-streaming platforms that have surfaced over the course of the past few months … This is the first time they’ll be featuring an ATL-based party ❤️.” — Xavier Blk

Rumor has it, there will be a game-show element coming to these grooves.

Follow @thegrooveATL on Instagram or Twitter for updated info.

!![https://linktr.ee/free99fridge|Free99Fridge]

__''Step up and join the do-gooders''__

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The Free99Fridge project was started on July 19, 2020 with a simple mission. “Eating healthy, daily meals shouldn’t be a privilege,” founder Latisha Springer states. This is a mutual aid initiative that is working to establish fridges with pantries all over the greater Atlanta area, open 24/7 and offering free healthy food access, powered by the people.


According to a 2010 USDA study, there are approximately 133 billion pounds and $161 billion worth of food wasted a year. But in ATL, Free99Fridge will lower those numbers by dropping refrigerators in East Lake, West End, Ormewood Park, Reynoldstown, Edgewood, Kirkwood, and the Buford Highway area over the next several months. The West End location was already launched at Best End Brewing (1036 White Street SW) on Friday, August 28.

“Since creating our Instagram ([https://instagram.com/free99fridge?igshid=1u7pyg1hryn0w|@free99fridge]) in mid-July,” Springer says, “we’ve been able to source eight fridges and have started the long process of getting them placed around Atlanta. As this is a large undertaking, we’ve been relying on the support of our neighbors and volunteers through the donations of money, fridges, building materials, and more, to help us build up community — one fridge at a time. Without them, NONE of this would have been possible!”

!![https://ecstaticdance.org/dance/ecstatic-dance-atlanta/|Ecstatic Dance]

Remember, nothing is set in stone in 2020, but Ecstatic Dance has been popping up in Candler Park, yes as ''in real life'', when the rain lets up, which it hasn’t. An OG reg on ''The Move'', ED is a place to throw your body around and let it follow the music before your mind catches up. It sounds freeing, bc it is.

We approve this event bc there is plenty of space to move around more than six feet from one another. Legally, masks can’t be required, but without one you shall be mask-shamed by a bunch of noodling hippies. Come as you are, leave ecstatic. Sobriety is not required, but it will help the good vibes seep into your pores more easily.

Check in with Ecstatic Dance [https://www.facebook.com/EcstaticDanceAtlanta/|Facebook page] and [https://www.facebook.com/sbhouston|DJ Scott Houston] for updates.

!!Electric Hospitality

__''Keeping us fed''__

Whenever ''The Move'' is to [https://instagram.com/goldeneagleatl?igshid=1wfyb8octvqru|Golden Eagle] again, ask to sit in [https://instagram.com/shaken.not.slurred?igshid=9l3irt4s25cf|Jay]’s section. A member of the opening team in 2017, we’ll let him tell you why he’s stayed with Golden Eagle, although the doors have been closed since March 2020.

“At the beginning of the quarantine, [https://www.electric-hospitality.com/|Electric Hospitality] (the restaurant group that is Golden Eagle, Muchacho, and Ladybird) stayed in close contact with all the employees to make sure we all had access to food and toiletries.

“This went on for a few months, but after everyone got on UI, they expanded into preparing meals for other members of the service industry outside of the restaurant group, and started the nonprofit [https://www.atlfamilymeal.org/|ATL FAMILY MEAL.]

“They do meal deliveries to food insecure members of the service industry, especially folks who are ineligible for UI benefits. For the first few months EH management would personally call each employee to see how we were doing as far as food — and emotionally.” — Jay Norris, server, Golden Eagle.

ATL Family Meal had donated more than 75K meals to hungry hospitality workers. They kept their doors closed and staff safe. Not every restaurant has the financial ability to do so, but if you do, and you haven’t, BYEEEEEEEEEE.

!!Mike + Keke Present:
UPDATE:  RIP Music Room. The heartbeat of Atlanta nightlife will not be reopening. 

 
Our friends at SOS (Music Room, SPKEZ, Bonelick Southern Kitchen) were some of the first to adjust to the dawn of new life in 2020, closing their doors to the public, creating “SOS” pop-ups with dinner packages for bi-weekly pick up, and streaming live events from a now empty dance floor in the basement. Even when their windows were blasted out in the aftermath of Rayshard Brooks’ death, they didn’t blame those involved. “There was tension in the air, and rightly so. Our windows being shot out was something that we certainly did not want to happen, but we understand that sometimes things must get to a boiling point to make them heard. We heard. And we feel very strongly that there is nothing but positivity coming from the BLM movement, and we want to do everything that we can to support the Black artists, musicians and Black-owned businesses in our wonderful city. We consider ourselves part of the BLM movement. If we had to lose a few windows to let someone’s frustration finally be heard, well, then, so be it.” — Keiran Neely, co-owner Music Room, Edgewood SPKEZ, and SOS POP-UP KITCHEN.

Music Room has been running a livestream party every Saturday from 8-11 p.m. on Twitch to help raise funds to pay for the ongoing costs of the venue. Music Room, and life on Edgewood Avenue, inspired the “You’re Welcome” event newsletters that eventually became ''The Move''. They clearly haven’t stopped inspiring.

Wednesday is a rotating fried chicken menu.  Examples: General Tso’s, Nashville Hot, Miso-Brined Wasabi, Korean Fried Chicken. Price $22-28. Fridays, the menu is a rotating internationally-inspired family-style meal to-go. It’s always made from scratch and feeds two+. This is usually a clever, five-course, prix fixe menu that is as entertaining and playful as it is delicious. Examples are the International House of Dumplings (IHOD): a selection of dumplings inspired by classic plates from various countries, none of which are traditional dumplings, but English Fish and Chips Dumplings, or Indian Chicken Tikka Masala Dumplings; The Sitch: a playful take on a Szechuan feast, incorporating local ingredients; and Polylife: A Polynesian-inspired pupu platter, $39.99.

The menu usually sells out each day. To get on the list, email sospopupkitchen@gmail.com to order.

We can expect more changes from SOS. Seeing as “this COVID situation is not going away any time soon, (we) will be making a transition to Mike + Keke Present as more of a permanent change,” Neely tells ''The Move'' regarding the future. Ideas are being tossed around, but no definite plans for the location at 327 Edgewood Avenue have been made public.

[paypal.me/musicroom/327|Donate]: paypal.me/musicroom/327 or CashApp $musicroom327

!![https://tiptopcocktails.com/|TipTop] Proper Cocktails

__''If the above isn’t enough, and you still need a drink …''__

Life Hack: Leave the Bota Box behind bc y’all kno that box hides all your feelings — and how much wine you’re drinking. White Claw may look n’ taste like bubbly H20, but it’ll be claws out, lights out, waking up on a MARTA bus OTP … or so we’ve heard. ''Sidenote: MARTA is free right now!''

In 2020, we’ve moved onto a more sophisticated, sanitary, and local way to get a buzz. Atlanta-raised, classy and trashy. Tip Top Cocktails are the balance ''The Move'' strives for in daily living. The recipes of bartender and James Beard finalist, Miles Macquarrie (Kimball House, Watchman’s Seafood & Spirits), live in a perfect pour can, weighing in at 100 ML, conveniently canned and TSA-legal, if you must fly rn.

[https://tiptopcocktails.com/|Tip Top] Proper Cocktails was founded by two lifelong friends and Atlanta OGs who came from the music industry: Yoni Reisman, who founded the Governor's Ball Music Festival in New York, and Neal Cohen, previously marketing director for Superfly, co-producer of Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, and Comedy Central's “Clusterfest.”

When asked how the coronavirus has affected this young business, co-owner Cohen opened up to ''The Move''. “Considering we're still under a year old, a lot has changed in the past year,” he says, “but certainly COVID-19 has had an impact on business. While people have been picking up Tip Top from liquor stores, we’ve been selling Tip Top as a to-go item at restaurants and hotels. All of the events, bars, and music venues are no longer operating, taking away both great places to sell our product and the best way to get the word out about a new beverage brand. Nonetheless, we keep growing, and have just introduced an eight-pack package, while expanding into Colorado and Texas in August. The pandemic has made canned cocktails an even bigger category. In that respect, we've received a lot of attention as a great solution to contactless beverage service needs and for people at home who don't want to deal with mixing at the end of a long, demoralizing day.”

Tip Top isn’t just about class in a can. They recently participated in the Southern Restaurants for Racial Justice Bake Sale and sponsored the ATL Collective virtual performance of Marvin Gaye's ''What's Going On?'' where proceeds went to the Atlanta Music Project.

For ATL ITP, try Green's, Tower, Elemental Spirits, Sun In My Belly, Little Five Points Package Store, My Friend's Bottle Shop, SAVI Provisions, Citi Wine & Spirits, Decatur Package Store, and Toco Giant.

!!Locations

__''On the move? Here’s a playlist with all roots deep in Atlanta:''__ [https://soundcloud.com/oceankelly|Ocean Kelly], [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOMS8LfL-7R-XDkiVUNkMVw|Hot Girl Jad]e, [https://soundcloud.com/prodmiclo/sets/automobilia?fbclid=IwAR0YhKk_pvITx8b06Tw-kbISQjioxldmAh8-HPlvBSbMTIhELF1zHp7yO08|automobilia], [https://www.wearesoundculture.com/?fbclid=IwAR0WROWvIvaLAoWl79raNE_iW0XsOO55Q-t3ld0fbinTw-LT3B9iKlGaE1A|Sound Culture], [https://www.facebook.com/doyoufux/videos/145928716438139/|FUX], [https://thatwhichisnotsaid.com/musicvideos|TWINS (That Which Is Not Said)], [https://soundcloud.com/thekadet?fbclid=IwAR09i6w7iADl9lBXq0SjQAwTd12d9McI0P6FswhHXUHAdZ5VXh-JH1p2yIo|Space Kadet], [https://pumpfakebass.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=IwAR3e1f1OLZK58nj1mjOZyThsMvy-Jrt_FUFjnIXWjc1AWnEpqFcbaDP6OEg|Pump Fake] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZh-5lI9X9U|Lady Clementine's Fantastic Party]. __—CL—__

 

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  string(18149) " DJI 0045 Web  2020-09-08T17:14:56+00:00 DJI_0045_web.jpg     themove The (socially distant) shows must go on DJI 0045 Web   2020-09-08T16:32:02+00:00  THE MOVE: Arrest Breonna Taylor's Killers jim.harris Jim Harris Ema Carr ema.carr (Ema Carr) 2020-09-08T16:32:02+00:00 The Move cannot recommend celebrations while police brutality continues to inflame and destroy families and communities — and Breonna Taylor’s murderers remain free. And nearly 200,000 Americans have died since March due to the coronavirus. We should all miss the days when we had to sleep with a stranger to get a virus.

We must, however, keep moving forward. The Move talked to some of our regular movers and shakers to discover not only how everyone is adjusting to the new life, but making the world better than it was.

Read on to lubricate the mind and learn about the dance clubs that are feeding doses of safe energies to the public, the restaurant owners n’ do-gooders who’ve survived beyond one stimulus check (signed Donald), and those making sure the safety of Black lives isn’t just a trend in 2020.

Speaking of which, if you have disposable income, and haven’t been donating to organizations workjing with Black, Indigenous, people of color — it’s 2020! Get creative with your donations, ask friends to chip in, maybe even sell your blood diamonds.

Disclaimer: Cancelations due to the urgent response of Black Lives Matter protests or coronavirus pandemic outbreaks highly possible, please confirm events online.

!!The Move’s visual artist to follow — George Baker III

Lucky us, this artist (@GFB3 on Insta.) has stayed busy in 2020. Baker just finished the mural dripping down the front of the new Slutty Vegan location on Edgewood Avenue. Just before that, he was part of Dashboard’s recent exhibit, “In Light,” “an open air art exhibit exploring themes of connection in times of uncertainty.” But we’re most excited about the massive BLM mural now living in front of Decatur High.

“We had over 500 community members volunteer with us to paint every last square inch of this piece, and, to be honest, I was amazed by the willingness to help. The stories I heard, the tears I’ve seen from my peers, and the smiling faces of the everyday people is definitely something I’ll take with me forever. Every push of this boulder up the hill towards a new day helps us get there. We don’t know what will cause the spark, but we must continue to start as many fires as possible.” — George Baker III

!!Hiring!

Earn cash and be a model citizen. Get paid to work the polls in November. There aren’t enough poll workers bc of COVID-19. Secure your paid position now, and let Granny stay safe at home.

“The Fulton County Elections Office is seeking highly motivated dependable individuals to work from 6:00 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. (9:30 p.m. for City of Atlanta General Election) on Election Day.” — https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/

!!Southern Fried Queer Pride

SFQP receives recurring mentions in The Move — for far too many more reasons than will fit in this box — proving why you should fund a black-owned queer community space: When the queers win, everyone benefits. Creative inspiration usually starts in queer communities. Black drag queens invented camp and, therefore, all we hold holy. Southern Fried Queer Pride has been bringing the love for years and is finally close to having a physical location — with the help of your donations. A space much needed with indie, DIY favs like The Bakery and Mammal Gallery, no longer options.

SFQP gives direct access to social, human, and financial capital to communities who have been systematically denied these resources, and they curate immersive and intentional user-center programming, as well as incubate accessible and robust leadership for emerging artists and leaders in the South.

Straight as an arrow? Have no fear. SFQP’s new place will be a safe space for all to enjoy, learn, and gain inspo. Keep the deep-fried liberation alive by becoming a monthly donor. Donation amt is pay what you can, a established theme in SFQP’s mission.

Wussy Mag’s virtual telethons have been raising cash for queer artists since the early days of COVID outbreaks with their “Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity” streaming on Twitch.tv. “So far, we have raised over $15k in mutual aid, 100% of which has gone directly into the pockets of rural Queer artists, performers, and collectives.” — Jon Dean, Wussy Mag creator.

The content doesn’t stop there. Wussy Mag is producing a new online series, "Southern Black Trans Lives Matter," with moderators Taylor Alxndr of Southern Fried Queer Pride; Jesse Pratt López, founder of the Homeless Black Trans women fund; and Cortez Wright from the Southern Center for Human Rights. In this episode, the panel discusses what it looks like to begin to see long-term partners engaged in the liberation of their work for trans folks in Atlanta.

!!Dad’s Garage

If you’re a reggae — that means a regular MOVE reader — y’all already kno she loves her some IRL LOLs at Dad’s Garage. Old normal: Gather at an abandoned church turned Dad’s Garage comedy club, watch for a few hours, laugh, cry, go home. New normal: The show must go on(line) streaming via Twitch, meaning you don’t have to leave your bed, couch, or even golden throne. (gross, tho).

“(Dad’s Garage) founded in the summer of 1995 by a group of wacky college kids who wanted to make theater they couldn't see anywhere else. Since then, we've grown to a large, professional (-ish) organization of entertainers, designers, and administrators.” — Dad’s Garage.

If minor snickers just aren’t cutting it anymore, and you’re depressed AF, Dad’s Garage Twitch account streams on the reg and offers a subscription for $4.99/mo, not required, just a cool way to support the most funniest! nonprofit in ATL. Don’t turn to the The Move for tax advice, but maybe it’s a write-off seeing as Dad’s is a not-for-profit?

Donate and Streaming.

!!Save Our Stages!

The Move caught up with local mega promoter Josh Antenucci of Rival Entertainment to ask about the future of our venues, now empty due to the virus.

“There were a lot of independent venues and promoters that were screwed with nowhere to turn for help. The common bond of the severity of our situation was unifying, and, led by a handful of badasses with extra time on their hands and their livelihoods at stake, NIVA (National Independent Venue Association) was born.” — Josh Antenucci

What can folx at home do to help?

“Go to www.SaveOurStages.com and keep the messages flowing. Even better, call or email your senators and let them know how live music plays a role in your life, your job, and of course, your spending in Georgia,” Antenucci continues. “They need to understand that for every $1 spent at a music venue, $12 more is spent at restaurants, bars, hotels, and retail in the area. Live music is an economic multiplier, and if we go down, the whole block might, too.”

Atlanta would be thanking Rival Entertainment for bringing Phish to Piedmont Park for two nights, Candler Park Fest, and 400+ shows at Center Stage/The Loft/Vinyl this year if it weren’t for COVID-19. It only took seeing his first concert, Run DMC, and the Beastie Boys’ Together Forever Tour in 1987, for Antenucci to kick off a career now responsible for producing shows well into the five figures (his estimate). The least we can do is email and call our elected officials to make sure we get the possibility of thousands more.

!!The Groove ATL

Keeping our energies up!

One of ATL’s longest-running, favorite parties, The Groove, hasn’t slowed down in 2020.  DJ Wally Sparks and Xavier Blk are still supplying good vibes weekly and virtually on Twitch.tv. House music is best enjoyed with others and its magic makes folx gravitate towards each other. Since we can’t absorb each other’s energies in public, take to the screen, connect to a Bluetooth, or pop in your ear buds and simply groove inside — until the china shakes.

“We’ll be hosting our event @thegrooveatl Thursday Sept. 5, Friday, Oct. 30, and Friday, Nov. 27, on @clubhouse_global. They’re one of the leading live-streaming platforms that have surfaced over the course of the past few months … This is the first time they’ll be featuring an ATL-based party ❤️.” — Xavier Blk

Rumor has it, there will be a game-show element coming to these grooves.

Follow @thegrooveATL on Instagram or Twitter for updated info.

!!Free99Fridge

Step up and join the do-gooders


The Free99Fridge project was started on July 19, 2020 with a simple mission. “Eating healthy, daily meals shouldn’t be a privilege,” founder Latisha Springer states. This is a mutual aid initiative that is working to establish fridges with pantries all over the greater Atlanta area, open 24/7 and offering free healthy food access, powered by the people.


According to a 2010 USDA study, there are approximately 133 billion pounds and $161 billion worth of food wasted a year. But in ATL, Free99Fridge will lower those numbers by dropping refrigerators in East Lake, West End, Ormewood Park, Reynoldstown, Edgewood, Kirkwood, and the Buford Highway area over the next several months. The West End location was already launched at Best End Brewing (1036 White Street SW) on Friday, August 28.

“Since creating our Instagram (@free99fridge) in mid-July,” Springer says, “we’ve been able to source eight fridges and have started the long process of getting them placed around Atlanta. As this is a large undertaking, we’ve been relying on the support of our neighbors and volunteers through the donations of money, fridges, building materials, and more, to help us build up community — one fridge at a time. Without them, NONE of this would have been possible!”

!!Ecstatic Dance

Remember, nothing is set in stone in 2020, but Ecstatic Dance has been popping up in Candler Park, yes as in real life, when the rain lets up, which it hasn’t. An OG reg on The Move, ED is a place to throw your body around and let it follow the music before your mind catches up. It sounds freeing, bc it is.

We approve this event bc there is plenty of space to move around more than six feet from one another. Legally, masks can’t be required, but without one you shall be mask-shamed by a bunch of noodling hippies. Come as you are, leave ecstatic. Sobriety is not required, but it will help the good vibes seep into your pores more easily.

Check in with Ecstatic Dance Facebook page and DJ Scott Houston for updates.

!!Electric Hospitality

Keeping us fed

Whenever The Move is to Golden Eagle again, ask to sit in Jay’s section. A member of the opening team in 2017, we’ll let him tell you why he’s stayed with Golden Eagle, although the doors have been closed since March 2020.

“At the beginning of the quarantine, Electric Hospitality (the restaurant group that is Golden Eagle, Muchacho, and Ladybird) stayed in close contact with all the employees to make sure we all had access to food and toiletries.

“This went on for a few months, but after everyone got on UI, they expanded into preparing meals for other members of the service industry outside of the restaurant group, and started the nonprofit ATL FAMILY MEAL.

“They do meal deliveries to food insecure members of the service industry, especially folks who are ineligible for UI benefits. For the first few months EH management would personally call each employee to see how we were doing as far as food — and emotionally.” — Jay Norris, server, Golden Eagle.

ATL Family Meal had donated more than 75K meals to hungry hospitality workers. They kept their doors closed and staff safe. Not every restaurant has the financial ability to do so, but if you do, and you haven’t, BYEEEEEEEEEE.

!!Mike + Keke Present:
UPDATE:  RIP Music Room. The heartbeat of Atlanta nightlife will not be reopening. 

 
Our friends at SOS (Music Room, SPKEZ, Bonelick Southern Kitchen) were some of the first to adjust to the dawn of new life in 2020, closing their doors to the public, creating “SOS” pop-ups with dinner packages for bi-weekly pick up, and streaming live events from a now empty dance floor in the basement. Even when their windows were blasted out in the aftermath of Rayshard Brooks’ death, they didn’t blame those involved. “There was tension in the air, and rightly so. Our windows being shot out was something that we certainly did not want to happen, but we understand that sometimes things must get to a boiling point to make them heard. We heard. And we feel very strongly that there is nothing but positivity coming from the BLM movement, and we want to do everything that we can to support the Black artists, musicians and Black-owned businesses in our wonderful city. We consider ourselves part of the BLM movement. If we had to lose a few windows to let someone’s frustration finally be heard, well, then, so be it.” — Keiran Neely, co-owner Music Room, Edgewood SPKEZ, and SOS POP-UP KITCHEN.

Music Room has been running a livestream party every Saturday from 8-11 p.m. on Twitch to help raise funds to pay for the ongoing costs of the venue. Music Room, and life on Edgewood Avenue, inspired the “You’re Welcome” event newsletters that eventually became The Move. They clearly haven’t stopped inspiring.

Wednesday is a rotating fried chicken menu.  Examples: General Tso’s, Nashville Hot, Miso-Brined Wasabi, Korean Fried Chicken. Price $22-28. Fridays, the menu is a rotating internationally-inspired family-style meal to-go. It’s always made from scratch and feeds two+. This is usually a clever, five-course, prix fixe menu that is as entertaining and playful as it is delicious. Examples are the International House of Dumplings (IHOD): a selection of dumplings inspired by classic plates from various countries, none of which are traditional dumplings, but English Fish and Chips Dumplings, or Indian Chicken Tikka Masala Dumplings; The Sitch: a playful take on a Szechuan feast, incorporating local ingredients; and Polylife: A Polynesian-inspired pupu platter, $39.99.

The menu usually sells out each day. To get on the list, email sospopupkitchen at gmail.com to order.

We can expect more changes from SOS. Seeing as “this COVID situation is not going away any time soon, (we) will be making a transition to Mike + Keke Present as more of a permanent change,” Neely tells The Move regarding the future. Ideas are being tossed around, but no definite plans for the location at 327 Edgewood Avenue have been made public.

Donate: paypal.me/musicroom/327 or CashApp $musicroom327

!!TipTop Proper Cocktails

If the above isn’t enough, and you still need a drink …

Life Hack: Leave the Bota Box behind bc y’all kno that box hides all your feelings — and how much wine you’re drinking. White Claw may look n’ taste like bubbly H20, but it’ll be claws out, lights out, waking up on a MARTA bus OTP … or so we’ve heard. Sidenote: MARTA is free right now!

In 2020, we’ve moved onto a more sophisticated, sanitary, and local way to get a buzz. Atlanta-raised, classy and trashy. Tip Top Cocktails are the balance The Move strives for in daily living. The recipes of bartender and James Beard finalist, Miles Macquarrie (Kimball House, Watchman’s Seafood & Spirits), live in a perfect pour can, weighing in at 100 ML, conveniently canned and TSA-legal, if you must fly rn.

Tip Top Proper Cocktails was founded by two lifelong friends and Atlanta OGs who came from the music industry: Yoni Reisman, who founded the Governor's Ball Music Festival in New York, and Neal Cohen, previously marketing director for Superfly, co-producer of Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, and Comedy Central's “Clusterfest.”

When asked how the coronavirus has affected this young business, co-owner Cohen opened up to The Move. “Considering we're still under a year old, a lot has changed in the past year,” he says, “but certainly COVID-19 has had an impact on business. While people have been picking up Tip Top from liquor stores, we’ve been selling Tip Top as a to-go item at restaurants and hotels. All of the events, bars, and music venues are no longer operating, taking away both great places to sell our product and the best way to get the word out about a new beverage brand. Nonetheless, we keep growing, and have just introduced an eight-pack package, while expanding into Colorado and Texas in August. The pandemic has made canned cocktails an even bigger category. In that respect, we've received a lot of attention as a great solution to contactless beverage service needs and for people at home who don't want to deal with mixing at the end of a long, demoralizing day.”

Tip Top isn’t just about class in a can. They recently participated in the Southern Restaurants for Racial Justice Bake Sale and sponsored the ATL Collective virtual performance of Marvin Gaye's What's Going On? where proceeds went to the Atlanta Music Project.

For ATL ITP, try Green's, Tower, Elemental Spirits, Sun In My Belly, Little Five Points Package Store, My Friend's Bottle Shop, SAVI Provisions, Citi Wine & Spirits, Decatur Package Store, and Toco Giant.

!!Locations

On the move? Here’s a playlist with all roots deep in Atlanta: Ocean Kelly, Hot Girl Jade, automobilia, Sound Culture, FUX, TWINS (That Which Is Not Said), Space Kadet, Pump Fake and Lady Clementine's Fantastic Party. —CL—

 

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  string(11086) "Do you, or someone you know feel that “all lives matter” is the perfect response to “Black Lives Matter”? Perhaps that person gets defensive when they hear phrases like “systemic racism” or these two words together,  “white privilege?” 

If any of these apply, bless your vanilla heart. It’s likely a case of Karen/Kevin Syndrome*. Don’t panic. Help is on your black mirrors. Just keep scrolling when you’re ready to awaken from the spell you’ve been kept under justifying a confederacy that lasted little more than four years.

Whether you’re black, white, a zoomer, boomer, woke, or sleepwalking, The Move is a column intended to help you beat the war against basic. Expect a heavy dose of anti-racist options, and more than a few reminders to wear a damn mask. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of BLM, COVID-19, and aliens in 2020. Consume at your own risk.

!!Donations and Resources

Be one of those people who puts their wallet where their mouth is! Follow up on that Instagram share with a monetary donation or volunteer hours. Or if you, or someone you know, are a human or family in need, these organizations may be able to help. In no particular order:

Atlanta Solidarity Fund

Do you know someone who has been arrested while protesting in the metro area? The Atlanta Solidarity Fund’s purpose is to “support people in Atlanta who have been arrested for taking action against social injustice.” — ASF

The Action Network, a platform to help activists get organized on or offline, hosts Atlanta Solidarity Fund, where they also share current situations and jail updates, including this one: “UPDATE: We have enough funds to handle immediate bail needs. Further donations will go towards the long-term expenses of dealing with state repression. We expect this movement to be long-lasting, and people will need support even once they’re out of jail, dealing with drawn-out court cases, fees, etc. So we appreciate recurring donations to ensure we can have everyone’s backs down the road.”

To stay in the know go here. 



Homeless Black Trans Women

Jesse Pratt López, a Trans Latinx photographer, activist, and grassroots organizer, created the Homeless Black Trans Women Fund in December of 2019. Since the  GoFundMe went viral in May 2020, the account has reached nearly $2.5 million. 

According to Lopez, “The #HomelessBlackTransWomenFund began when I met a community of Black Trans women that were living on the street near me. I would come back everyday, and we soon became close and I assumed the role of Trans mother or “gay mom,” and would bring them food and whatever I could. But I soon realized I didn’t have the resources to really help them — and I knew that combating systemic racism and transphobia, chronic homelessness, addiction, and other issues my girls were facing — many other things — can’t be done overnight. I started this GoFundMe to help them with immediate needs, but now, it seems that the world has given us a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to not only get the girls off the street, but to create sustainable, long-term housing solutions for the larger community of Black and brown Trans people in Atlanta.



“#HomelessBlackTransWomenFund is trying to do something big: sustainable housing and services for Black Trans Women who are homeless. It’s locally made and supported,” Lopez says.

Getting to know these womxn via Lopez’s photos and storytelling will have your Apple Pay screaming, “Hit pay!” for donations.

To contribute, click here

Jesse Pratt Lopez photography here

Fair Fight 

Y’all know that primary “election” last month was actually just a big ole pile of stank-ass voter suppression, right? Thank you to those who stood in the humidity and rain for hours to vote, refusing to give up your right to vote.

Two years ago, the founders of Fair Fight acknowledged, “Georgia’s 2018 elections shone a bright light on the issue with elections that were rife with mismanagement, irregularities, unbelievably long lines, and more, exposing both recent and also decades-long actions and inactions by the state to thwart the right to vote.” Unfortunately, that still applies in 2020, meaning Fair Fight needs more help, y’all.

Founded by Stacey Abrams, a leader in the fight against voter suppression and a bestselling erotic novelist, Fair Fight will keep you informed at fairfight.com. If God is real, She blessed us with Stacey Abrams.

Southern Fried Queer Pride

If you’ve read this column before, you know of Southern Fried Queer Pride’s almost monthly events. But what is SFPQ? They say it best: “Southern Fried Queer Pride (SFQP) was born out of a lack of space for Black and brown queer folks to build community, a lack of queer art, and in opposition of the established narrative of Southern queers. The South is home to the country’s largest population of LGBTQIQAP2+ individuals, yet we’re confined to a narrative of stigma, statistics, and struggle. SFQP fights that notion, and is aiding in uplifting an honest narrative of resilience, rich history, and vibrance.”

Rumor has it, SFQP is getting closer and closer to having their own space. Can you imagine the creativity that will serve full-on face melters in this future spot?! For this organization’s constant inspo, they’re on the top of the donation pot. Click here to donate.

Feed the Revolution

Two lifelong best friends, Jaide Mercado and Jake Hendrix, organized Feed the Revolution in June 2020 during the Black Lives Matter demonstrations in and around Atlanta.

“While out protesting, we couldn’t help but notice that protestors need things — namely water, snacks, and medical supplies such as masks and hand sanitizer. Additionally, many homeless people were being displaced by the protests. So, we grabbed a shopping cart, a couple sandwiches and some water bottles, and took to the streets,” Feed the Revolution notes proudly.

Currently, the website says they have capped the volunteer sign-ups, however, supplies and donations are always helpful. Going to guess they’ll need a lot of volunteers at the polls in November. 

For the 411 on Feed The Revolution, click here or call 470.499.0776

Metro Atlanta Mutual Aid Fund

“We fund Black, Indigenous, and other peoples of color that have endured hardship during the COVID19 pandemic.”

Plus, The Move gets down with their policies and beliefs like, “We are grounded in a pro-Black, anti-white supremacist, anti-capitalist, black feminist politic, and utilize an intersectional analysis of oppression. One of the ways this shows up is that we are only distributing funds to BIPOC communities, with special attention paid to gender/sexuality/class/immigration status.”

Another thing that sticks out with this organization, utilizing wealth redistribution, described as, “a framework where those with generational privilege and access to resources are encouraged to feed into communities and individuals historically disenfranchised to build long-term equity in those communities.” Seems like a no-brainer, y’all.

And they know COVID-19 is far from a plague in the past. Don’t be the restaurant that doesn’t require staff to wear masks, Kevin. To get involved, visit atlantamutualaid.org.

The Tender Foundation

Did you know a whopping 38 percent of single moms in Atlanta live below the poverty line? The Tender Foundation helps these mamas with immediate financial support, as well as providing tools for the long-term health and wellness of their families. “We believe a little tender loving care can go a long way in changing the lives of our mamas and their children,” founders of the foundation state.

“We don’t stop at addressing the monetary crises our mamas face either — we also guide them to long-term resources and equip them with a network of support to aid them in their journey to self-sufficiency.”

If you’re unable to throw cash around, consider donating diapers, wipes, formula, car seats, or clothing for these mamas and kiddos in need. If you are a mama in need, click here.

For donations and general info on The Tender Foundation, go here.

!!Listening

Archive Atlanta

The latest episode is set in 1880, when Atlanta was a city of just 40,000 people, “15 years out of the Civil War, and full force into Henry Grady’s “New South,” and the coming International Cotton Exhibit in 1881 was expected to bring 200k folx to town. To quote the Atlanta Constitution, “no city in the South has ever before had such an opportunity to enlarge its business connections, display its advantages, and add to its reputation.”

Victoria Lemos is your host. Born in NYC to parents that immigrated from Spain, Lemos became a volunteer at Atlanta Preservation Center as a walking-tour guide. To listen for free and support Archive Atlanta, visit here.

The 1619 Project

Did you know slavery in the United States began with just 20 Black individuals stolen from Africa, a number that grew to more than 500,000 in just over a year? This New York Times podcast series debuted in 2019 to mark the 400th anniversary of the beginning of American slavery. They don’t sugarcoat it. There’s really no other way to describe this collection other than heavy-hearted. It should prob be mandated listening in schools. I wish I’d learned the truth instead of being brainwashed, through history being whitewashed.

Reading

Following George Floyd’s death, and for the first time in history, the New York Times top 10 bestsellers were all titles about race relations. Although several of the top titles are sold out, audio books never dry up, so no excuses. Plus, with the audiobook you can keep doing your crafts, Karen.

White Fragility

White people are the worst when it comes to talking about race. If you are white and deny that, White Fragility is the perfect read for you! Robin DiAngelo, a white American academic, lecturer, and author working in the fields of critical discourse analysis and whiteness studies, explains how squirmy white folx get when confronted with the topic of race. 

“White fragility has had a profound impact on the white working class’s resentment toward people of color. The resentment is clearly misdirected, given that the people who control the economy and who have managed to concentrate more wealth into fewer (white) hands than ever before in human history are the white elite.” (White Fragility, p. 60) Join me in the awakening, white folx, if you haven’t already been woke.

XXX

*For extreme case studies on Karen Syndrome visit Karens.Gone.Wild.

PSQ: Why are police officers allowed to express their political views publicly? If a police officer publicly participates in sharing political opinions, (i/e via Facebook posts), how would the general public assume that officers will protect and serve all equally? Just loud thoughts that keep this writer up at night. xxoo. —CL—"
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  string(12558) "Do you, or someone you know feel that “all lives matter” is the perfect response to “Black Lives Matter”? Perhaps that person gets defensive when they hear phrases like “systemic racism” or these two words together,  “white privilege?” 

If any of these apply, bless your vanilla heart. It’s likely a case of [https://www.instagram.com/karens.gone.wild/|Karen/Kevin Syndrome]*. Don’t panic. Help is on your black mirrors. Just keep scrolling when you’re ready to awaken from the spell you’ve been kept under justifying a confederacy that lasted little more than four years.

Whether you’re black, white, a zoomer, boomer, woke, or sleepwalking, ''The Move'' is a column intended to help you beat the war against basic. Expect a heavy dose of anti-racist options, and more than a few reminders to wear a damn mask. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of BLM, COVID-19, and aliens in 2020. Consume at your own risk.

!!Donations and Resources

Be one of those people who puts their wallet where their mouth is! Follow up on that Instagram share with a monetary donation or volunteer hours. Or if you, or someone you know, are a human or family in need, these organizations may be able to help. In no particular order:

__[https://actionnetwork.org/groups/atlanta-solidarity-fund|Atlanta Solidarity Fund]__

Do you know someone who has been arrested while protesting in the metro area? The Atlanta Solidarity Fund’s purpose is to “support people in Atlanta who have been arrested for taking action against social injustice.” — ASF

The Action Network, a platform to help activists get organized on or offline, hosts Atlanta Solidarity Fund, where they also share current situations and jail updates, including this one: “UPDATE: We have enough funds to handle immediate bail needs. Further donations will go towards the long-term expenses of dealing with state repression. We expect this movement to be long-lasting, and people will need support even once they’re out of jail, dealing with drawn-out court cases, fees, etc. So we appreciate recurring donations to ensure we can have everyone’s backs down the road.”

To stay in the know go ''[https://actionnetwork.org/groups/atlanta-solidarity-fund|here].'' 



__[https://www.gofundme.com/f/homeless-black-trans-women-fund|Homeless Black Trans Women]__

[https://linktr.ee/jprattlopez.photos|Jesse Pratt López], a Trans Latinx photographer, activist, and grassroots organizer, created the [https://www.gofundme.com/f/homeless-black-trans-women-fund|Homeless Black Trans Women Fund] in December of 2019. Since the  GoFundMe went viral in May 2020, the account has reached nearly $2.5 million. 

According to Lopez, “The #HomelessBlackTransWomenFund began when I met a community of Black Trans women that were living on the street near me. I would come back everyday, and we soon became close and I assumed the role of Trans mother or “gay mom,” and would bring them food and whatever I could. But I soon realized I didn’t have the resources to really help them — and I knew that combating systemic racism and transphobia, chronic homelessness, addiction, and other issues my girls were facing — many other things — can’t be done overnight. I started this GoFundMe to help them with immediate needs, but now, it seems that the world has given us a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to not only get the girls off the street, but to create sustainable, long-term housing solutions for the larger community of Black and brown Trans people in Atlanta.

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“#HomelessBlackTransWomenFund is trying to do something big: sustainable housing and services for Black Trans Women who are homeless. It’s locally made and supported,” Lopez says.

Getting to know these womxn via Lopez’s photos and storytelling will have your Apple Pay screaming, “Hit pay!” for donations.

To contribute, click ''[https://www.gofundme.com/f/homeless-black-trans-women-fund|here]''

Jesse Pratt Lopez photography ''[https://www.jprattlopez.photos|here]''

__[https://fairfight.com/|Fair Fight]__ 

Y’all know that primary “election” last month was actually just a big ole pile of stank-ass voter suppression, right? Thank you to those who stood in the humidity and rain for hours to vote, refusing to give up your right to vote.

Two years ago, the founders of Fair Fight acknowledged, “Georgia’s 2018 elections shone a bright light on the issue with elections that were rife with mismanagement, irregularities, unbelievably long lines, and more, exposing both recent and also decades-long actions and inactions by the state to thwart the right to vote.” Unfortunately, that still applies in 2020, meaning Fair Fight needs more help, y’all.

Founded by [https://staceyabrams.com/|Stacey Abrams], a leader in the fight against voter suppression and a bestselling erotic novelist, Fair Fight will keep you informed at ''fairfight.com''. If God is real, She blessed us with Stacey Abrams.

__[http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/|Southern Fried Queer Pride]__

If you’ve read this column before, you know of Southern Fried Queer Pride’s almost monthly events. But what is SFPQ? They say it best: “Southern Fried Queer Pride (SFQP) was born out of a lack of space for Black and brown queer folks to build community, a lack of queer art, and in opposition of the established narrative of Southern queers. The South is home to the country’s largest population of LGBTQIQAP2+ individuals, yet we’re confined to a narrative of stigma, statistics, and struggle. SFQP fights that notion, and is aiding in uplifting an honest narrative of resilience, rich history, and vibrance.”

Rumor has it, SFQP is getting closer and closer to having their own space. Can you imagine the creativity that will serve full-on face melters in this future spot?! For this organization’s constant inspo, they’re on the top of the donation pot. ''[http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/donate|Click here to donate.]''

__[https://linktr.ee/FeedTheRevolution|Feed the Revolution]__

Two lifelong best friends, Jaide Mercado and Jake Hendrix, organized Feed the Revolution in June 2020 during the Black Lives Matter demonstrations in and around Atlanta.

“While out protesting, we couldn’t help but notice that protestors need things — namely water, snacks, and medical supplies such as masks and hand sanitizer. Additionally, many homeless people were being displaced by the protests. So, we grabbed a shopping cart, a couple sandwiches and some water bottles, and took to the streets,” Feed the Revolution notes proudly.

Currently, the website says they have capped the volunteer sign-ups, however, supplies and donations are always helpful. Going to guess they’ll need a lot of volunteers at the polls in November. 

For the 411 on Feed The Revolution, ''[https://linktr.ee/FeedTheRevolution|click here] or call 470.499.0776''

__[https://www.atlantamutualaid.org/|Metro Atlanta Mutual Aid Fund]__

“We fund Black, Indigenous, and other peoples of color that have endured hardship during the COVID19 pandemic.”

Plus, The Move gets down with their policies and beliefs like, “We are grounded in a pro-Black, anti-white supremacist, anti-capitalist, black feminist politic, and utilize an intersectional analysis of oppression. One of the ways this shows up is that we are only distributing funds to BIPOC communities, with special attention paid to gender/sexuality/class/immigration status.”

Another thing that sticks out with this organization, utilizing wealth redistribution, described as, “a framework where those with generational privilege and access to resources are encouraged to feed into communities and individuals historically disenfranchised to build long-term equity in those communities.” Seems like a no-brainer, y’all.

And they know COVID-19 is far from a plague in the past. Don’t be the restaurant that doesn’t require staff to wear masks, ''Kevin''. To get involved, visit ''[https://www.atlantamutualaid.org/|atlantamutualaid.org]''.

__[https://www.thetenderfoundation.com/|The Tender Foundation]__

Did you know a whopping 38 percent of single moms in Atlanta live below the poverty line? The Tender Foundation helps these mamas with immediate financial support, as well as providing tools for the long-term health and wellness of their families. “We believe a little tender loving care can go a long way in changing the lives of our mamas and their children,” founders of the foundation state.

“We don’t stop at addressing the monetary crises our mamas face either — we also guide them to long-term resources and equip them with a network of support to aid them in their journey to self-sufficiency.”

If you’re unable to throw cash around, consider donating diapers, wipes, formula, car seats, or clothing for these mamas and kiddos in need. If you are a mama in need, click [https://www.thetenderfoundation.com/get-help|here].

For donations and general info on The Tender Foundation, go ''[https://www.thetenderfoundation.com/|here].''

!!Listening

__[https://www.archiveatlantapodcast.com/|Archive Atlanta]__

The latest episode is set in 1880, when Atlanta was a city of just 40,000 people, “15 years out of the Civil War, and full force into Henry Grady’s “New South,” and the coming International Cotton Exhibit in 1881 was expected to bring 200k folx to town. To quote the ''Atlanta Constitution'', “no city in the South has ever before had such an opportunity to enlarge its business connections, display its advantages, and add to its reputation.”

Victoria Lemos is your host. Born in NYC to parents that immigrated from Spain, Lemos became a volunteer at Atlanta Preservation Center as a walking-tour guide. To listen for free and support Archive Atlanta, visit ''[https://ArchiveAtlantaPodcast.com|here].''

[https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/08/14/magazine/1619-america-slavery.html|__The 1619 Project__]

Did you know slavery in the United States began with just 20 Black individuals stolen from Africa, a number that grew to more than 500,000 in just over a year? This ''New York Times'' podcast series debuted in 2019 to mark the 400th anniversary of the beginning of American slavery. They don’t sugarcoat it. There’s really no other way to describe this collection other than heavy-hearted. It should prob be mandated listening in schools. I wish I’d learned the truth instead of being brainwashed, through history being whitewashed.

__Reading__

Following George Floyd’s death, and for the first time in history, the ''New York Times'' top 10 bestsellers were all titles about race relations. Although several of the top titles are sold out, audio books never dry up, so no excuses. Plus, with the audiobook you can keep doing your crafts, ''Karen''.

[https://robindiangelo.com/publications/|__''White Fragility''__]

White people are the worst when it comes to talking about race. If you are white and deny that, [https://robindiangelo.com/publications/|''White Fragility''] is the perfect read for you! [https://robindiangelo.com/publications/|Robin DiAngelo], a white American academic, lecturer, and author working in the fields of critical discourse analysis and whiteness studies, explains how squirmy white folx get when confronted with the topic of race. 

“White fragility has had a profound impact on the white working class’s resentment toward people of color. The resentment is clearly misdirected, given that the people who control the economy and who have managed to concentrate more wealth into fewer (white) hands than ever before in human history are the white elite.” (''White Fragility'', p. 60) Join me in the awakening, white folx, if you haven’t already been woke.

__XXX__

*For extreme case studies on ''Karen Syndrome'' visit ''[https://www.instagram.com/karens.gone.wild/|Karens.Gone.Wild].''

__PSQ:__ Why are police officers allowed to express their political views publicly? If a police officer publicly participates in sharing political opinions, (i/e via Facebook posts), how would the general public assume that officers will protect and serve all equally? Just loud thoughts that keep this writer up at night. xxoo. __—CL—__"
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If any of these apply, bless your vanilla heart. It’s likely a case of Karen/Kevin Syndrome*. Don’t panic. Help is on your black mirrors. Just keep scrolling when you’re ready to awaken from the spell you’ve been kept under justifying a confederacy that lasted little more than four years.

Whether you’re black, white, a zoomer, boomer, woke, or sleepwalking, The Move is a column intended to help you beat the war against basic. Expect a heavy dose of anti-racist options, and more than a few reminders to wear a damn mask. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of BLM, COVID-19, and aliens in 2020. Consume at your own risk.

!!Donations and Resources

Be one of those people who puts their wallet where their mouth is! Follow up on that Instagram share with a monetary donation or volunteer hours. Or if you, or someone you know, are a human or family in need, these organizations may be able to help. In no particular order:

Atlanta Solidarity Fund

Do you know someone who has been arrested while protesting in the metro area? The Atlanta Solidarity Fund’s purpose is to “support people in Atlanta who have been arrested for taking action against social injustice.” — ASF

The Action Network, a platform to help activists get organized on or offline, hosts Atlanta Solidarity Fund, where they also share current situations and jail updates, including this one: “UPDATE: We have enough funds to handle immediate bail needs. Further donations will go towards the long-term expenses of dealing with state repression. We expect this movement to be long-lasting, and people will need support even once they’re out of jail, dealing with drawn-out court cases, fees, etc. So we appreciate recurring donations to ensure we can have everyone’s backs down the road.”

To stay in the know go here. 



Homeless Black Trans Women

Jesse Pratt López, a Trans Latinx photographer, activist, and grassroots organizer, created the Homeless Black Trans Women Fund in December of 2019. Since the  GoFundMe went viral in May 2020, the account has reached nearly $2.5 million. 

According to Lopez, “The #HomelessBlackTransWomenFund began when I met a community of Black Trans women that were living on the street near me. I would come back everyday, and we soon became close and I assumed the role of Trans mother or “gay mom,” and would bring them food and whatever I could. But I soon realized I didn’t have the resources to really help them — and I knew that combating systemic racism and transphobia, chronic homelessness, addiction, and other issues my girls were facing — many other things — can’t be done overnight. I started this GoFundMe to help them with immediate needs, but now, it seems that the world has given us a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to not only get the girls off the street, but to create sustainable, long-term housing solutions for the larger community of Black and brown Trans people in Atlanta.



“#HomelessBlackTransWomenFund is trying to do something big: sustainable housing and services for Black Trans Women who are homeless. It’s locally made and supported,” Lopez says.

Getting to know these womxn via Lopez’s photos and storytelling will have your Apple Pay screaming, “Hit pay!” for donations.

To contribute, click here

Jesse Pratt Lopez photography here

Fair Fight 

Y’all know that primary “election” last month was actually just a big ole pile of stank-ass voter suppression, right? Thank you to those who stood in the humidity and rain for hours to vote, refusing to give up your right to vote.

Two years ago, the founders of Fair Fight acknowledged, “Georgia’s 2018 elections shone a bright light on the issue with elections that were rife with mismanagement, irregularities, unbelievably long lines, and more, exposing both recent and also decades-long actions and inactions by the state to thwart the right to vote.” Unfortunately, that still applies in 2020, meaning Fair Fight needs more help, y’all.

Founded by Stacey Abrams, a leader in the fight against voter suppression and a bestselling erotic novelist, Fair Fight will keep you informed at fairfight.com. If God is real, She blessed us with Stacey Abrams.

Southern Fried Queer Pride

If you’ve read this column before, you know of Southern Fried Queer Pride’s almost monthly events. But what is SFPQ? They say it best: “Southern Fried Queer Pride (SFQP) was born out of a lack of space for Black and brown queer folks to build community, a lack of queer art, and in opposition of the established narrative of Southern queers. The South is home to the country’s largest population of LGBTQIQAP2+ individuals, yet we’re confined to a narrative of stigma, statistics, and struggle. SFQP fights that notion, and is aiding in uplifting an honest narrative of resilience, rich history, and vibrance.”

Rumor has it, SFQP is getting closer and closer to having their own space. Can you imagine the creativity that will serve full-on face melters in this future spot?! For this organization’s constant inspo, they’re on the top of the donation pot. Click here to donate.

Feed the Revolution

Two lifelong best friends, Jaide Mercado and Jake Hendrix, organized Feed the Revolution in June 2020 during the Black Lives Matter demonstrations in and around Atlanta.

“While out protesting, we couldn’t help but notice that protestors need things — namely water, snacks, and medical supplies such as masks and hand sanitizer. Additionally, many homeless people were being displaced by the protests. So, we grabbed a shopping cart, a couple sandwiches and some water bottles, and took to the streets,” Feed the Revolution notes proudly.

Currently, the website says they have capped the volunteer sign-ups, however, supplies and donations are always helpful. Going to guess they’ll need a lot of volunteers at the polls in November. 

For the 411 on Feed The Revolution, click here or call 470.499.0776

Metro Atlanta Mutual Aid Fund

“We fund Black, Indigenous, and other peoples of color that have endured hardship during the COVID19 pandemic.”

Plus, The Move gets down with their policies and beliefs like, “We are grounded in a pro-Black, anti-white supremacist, anti-capitalist, black feminist politic, and utilize an intersectional analysis of oppression. One of the ways this shows up is that we are only distributing funds to BIPOC communities, with special attention paid to gender/sexuality/class/immigration status.”

Another thing that sticks out with this organization, utilizing wealth redistribution, described as, “a framework where those with generational privilege and access to resources are encouraged to feed into communities and individuals historically disenfranchised to build long-term equity in those communities.” Seems like a no-brainer, y’all.

And they know COVID-19 is far from a plague in the past. Don’t be the restaurant that doesn’t require staff to wear masks, Kevin. To get involved, visit atlantamutualaid.org.

The Tender Foundation

Did you know a whopping 38 percent of single moms in Atlanta live below the poverty line? The Tender Foundation helps these mamas with immediate financial support, as well as providing tools for the long-term health and wellness of their families. “We believe a little tender loving care can go a long way in changing the lives of our mamas and their children,” founders of the foundation state.

“We don’t stop at addressing the monetary crises our mamas face either — we also guide them to long-term resources and equip them with a network of support to aid them in their journey to self-sufficiency.”

If you’re unable to throw cash around, consider donating diapers, wipes, formula, car seats, or clothing for these mamas and kiddos in need. If you are a mama in need, click here.

For donations and general info on The Tender Foundation, go here.

!!Listening

Archive Atlanta

The latest episode is set in 1880, when Atlanta was a city of just 40,000 people, “15 years out of the Civil War, and full force into Henry Grady’s “New South,” and the coming International Cotton Exhibit in 1881 was expected to bring 200k folx to town. To quote the Atlanta Constitution, “no city in the South has ever before had such an opportunity to enlarge its business connections, display its advantages, and add to its reputation.”

Victoria Lemos is your host. Born in NYC to parents that immigrated from Spain, Lemos became a volunteer at Atlanta Preservation Center as a walking-tour guide. To listen for free and support Archive Atlanta, visit here.

The 1619 Project

Did you know slavery in the United States began with just 20 Black individuals stolen from Africa, a number that grew to more than 500,000 in just over a year? This New York Times podcast series debuted in 2019 to mark the 400th anniversary of the beginning of American slavery. They don’t sugarcoat it. There’s really no other way to describe this collection other than heavy-hearted. It should prob be mandated listening in schools. I wish I’d learned the truth instead of being brainwashed, through history being whitewashed.

Reading

Following George Floyd’s death, and for the first time in history, the New York Times top 10 bestsellers were all titles about race relations. Although several of the top titles are sold out, audio books never dry up, so no excuses. Plus, with the audiobook you can keep doing your crafts, Karen.

White Fragility

White people are the worst when it comes to talking about race. If you are white and deny that, White Fragility is the perfect read for you! Robin DiAngelo, a white American academic, lecturer, and author working in the fields of critical discourse analysis and whiteness studies, explains how squirmy white folx get when confronted with the topic of race. 

“White fragility has had a profound impact on the white working class’s resentment toward people of color. The resentment is clearly misdirected, given that the people who control the economy and who have managed to concentrate more wealth into fewer (white) hands than ever before in human history are the white elite.” (White Fragility, p. 60) Join me in the awakening, white folx, if you haven’t already been woke.

XXX

*For extreme case studies on Karen Syndrome visit Karens.Gone.Wild.

PSQ: Why are police officers allowed to express their political views publicly? If a police officer publicly participates in sharing political opinions, (i/e via Facebook posts), how would the general public assume that officers will protect and serve all equally? Just loud thoughts that keep this writer up at night. xxoo. —CL—    Illustration: Carmelle Kendall @carmelle.creates RAYSHARD BROOKS: ‘A lot of things caused me to be behind, but I’m trying. I’m not the type of person to give up. And I will keep going until I make it to where I want to be.’  0,0,10    blacklivesmatter themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - July 2020 "
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Didn’t you hear? COVID-19 vanished! Everything is back to normal and Georgia is “open for biz!” Screech. Reality check: COVID-19 didn’t disappear. Below is what’s coming up in the virtual world of disco, art, and underground in ATL.

A pandemic won’t stop national Pride. Atlanta’s most sensational queers prep for festivals, performances, and artist markets on the World Wide Web, mostly social media. Check out Atlanta-based influencer Rigel Gemini’s “Quarantine Playlist” collab with Atlanta Pride on Spotify! No doubt featuring Rigel’s new single “I Can't.” The vid to go with “I Can’t” is adorbs and stars Ru Paul’s Drag Race legend Alyssa Edwards and Creative Loafing 2020 Lust Lister, Brande Elise!

More on music. The Move is listening to a lot of the Pure Moods ’90s tracks, Atlanta favs Lunar Vacation, Material Girls, Lady and Clementine’s Fantastic Party, and Nikki and the Phantom Callers.

Take a stroll back to the turn of the century and watch the Pure Moods commercial. Millennials will remember like it was yesterday. Prep the pitcher bc it’s still ok to drink alone at home without judgment. Oh, and stay sanitary distant, Bithkitz, bc she’s tired of wasting all the vodka on our hands.

WEDNESDAYS AND SUNDAYS P Groove’s Brock Butler cover sets

Unable to tour, yet thriving at home. Every Wednesday and Sunday, Perpetual Groove’s guitarist and lead vocalist Brock Butler covers his fav songs digitally on Busking Down the House. As of mid-May, Butler was up to 190 songs, with zero repeats.

“While I certainly miss the rock shows proper, there is always opportunity to push and be creative with new mediums. Taking time to learn some new covers I’ve always wanted to play and try my hand at pgroove songs that don’t necessarily scream to exist in the solo acoustic realm.”  — Brock Butler

The Busking Down the House Facebook page was born March 13, 2020, to support the music community with performances and virtual tip jars. A whopping 32K members have joined. ”Our goals are to continue to support our artists and crews while continuing to bring you music.” — Busking Down the House.

Full Moon Yoga with Prince & Sade!

My friend and Sacred Thread Yoga owner, Annelise Leal, brings 90-minute gatherings honoring the moons, right to your living room! In June, Prince is the theme under the Strawberry Moon. In July, y’all!, it’ll be a Sade evening honoring the Thunder Moon. Don’t you just love being all privately spiritual and shit right from your home mat — or couch?

P.S. Congrats are in order for our yogi host. Annelise birthed her first child, Khya, at the beginning of the COVID-19 shut downs, at their home in East Atlanta Village! All are well and snuggly looking. I vote to let Khya stay up to honor the moons with us. xxoo. Zoom, $30

Drink & Doodle, June 10 & June 24

ABV Gallery is killing it with the 2020 version of their popular Drink and Doodle event series. Typically, the kewl kidz gather monthly at ABV in Studioplex on the Eastside BeltLine to hang out and watch artists doodle. Anyone in the room can bid on the doodles once completed. Naturally, this gathering has moved online.

A perk of the shutdowns? Drink and Doodle is now twice a month with one night being international. The quarantine company I keep likes to throw the show up on a projector. Add speakers, bc music is fresh. Great if you’re over watching old concerts or subpar Netflix stand-ups. The art is typically affordable, so just bid already!

Grateful Dating — for serious, single Deadheads only!

Are you into composting, brushing with Tom’s, and dancing in the street? Did your 2020 show dosage include 420 Fest, Jerry Day, Phish at Piedmont Park, and perhaps a little Panic? Are you single and looking for someone to turn on your love light? Facebook recommends Grateful Dating — a group for Deadhead singles to swap feelings, and probs granola recipes. There are two passwords before you can cross the bridge into a chat group full of some og woke white folk, AKA hippies. The first, a lyrical trivia question:

“What color was the sky when the sun was blue?” Seriously, this is a Deadhead group. This is a must-answer question.

Hint: The answer lives on the 1974 Grateful Dead album From the Mars Hotel.

Now, The Move isn’t looking for love bc she’s already cookin’ with one sexy noodler, but should you qualify for Grateful Dating, here is what internet hippies will not tolerate: trolling, catfishing, politics, selling, and absolutely zero Jerry vs. Trey, Phish vs. Dead, Jerry vs. John, or cover band baiting. https://www.facebook.com/groups/353011275140619

Dance Party @ Nonsense, Saturday June 13

Keep checking Nonsense ATL for Zoom dance parties. Danceable versions of all your pop stars! Like, literally all of them. Seriously, Karen. Other than dancing, DIY lewks are always encouraged.

“Grab some toilet paper rolls, bath towels, cardboard boxes, macaroni, whatever and show us what you’ve got.” — Nonsense ATL

Where else can you carb and cardio at the same time? Macaroni tube top, here she comes! https://www.nonsenseatl.com/

The Buffy Hour: Once More, With Distancing, Saturday June 6

”She irons her jeans. She’s evil.” — Buffy

How is she hunty?? She’ll be “five by five” once she gets to THE BUFFY HOUR on Wussy Mag’s twitch.tv. Quarantine hasn’t stopped Wussy Mag from giving the queer community stage time. Here’s the tea ... queer comedy, music, drag, and spoken word all about Buffy the Vampire Slayer!

”We will be dissecting all 7 seasons of this cult favorite, including the highs and lows, heartbreaks and big bads.” — Wussy Mag

Hosted by Powell Mansfield and Brigitte Bidet with special guests Tom Lenk and Jack Plotnick from Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Buffering the Vampire Slayer Podcast and Slayerfest 98 Podcast; and the Scooby Gang, including Dax Exclamationpoint, Hayley Ellman, Ian Aber, Joleen Lunzer, Julian Modugno, Kia Comedy, Olive Lynch, Maureen SanDiego, and Stella-Pearl Fontaine. Showtime is 9 p.m. EST at twitch.tv/wussymag

“Just cause you’re at home, doesn’t mean you can’t turn a lewk. We encourage your best ’90s fashions, pajama vampwear, Willow sweaters, and Magic Box loungewear. Break out the band candy, host a virtual watch party, and tune in!”

Suggested donation: $10 to PayPal — info at wussymag.com — to be split among performers.

Southern Fried Queer Pride 2020 Online Pop-Up Fest, June 26-27

The Move is tickled to announce Southern Fried Queer Pride 2020 is on(line)! Night one comes spicy with “HAWT SAUCE,” an online dance party. Day 2 will be workshops, an artist market, and a SWEET TEA queer variety show!

Last year, we learned basic cooking skills, DIY pad making, and thrifted our tootsies off. Stay tuned to SFQP’s website for more details on 2020’s virtual offerings.

Loser: Videos from the Alternative Era, Sundays

Missing Mary’s music video catalog? Samez. Chill out on Sunday nights with videos from the postmodern era of MTV’s “120 Minutes.” Google it, kids, but erase your history! twitch.tv/marysatlantahttps://www.twitch.tv/marysatlanta 10 p.m. —CL—"
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Didn’t you hear? COVID-19 vanished! Everything is back to normal and Georgia is “open for biz!” ''Screech''. Reality check: COVID-19 didn’t disappear. Below is what’s coming up in the virtual world of disco, art, and underground in ATL.

A pandemic won’t stop national Pride. Atlanta’s most sensational queers prep for festivals, performances, and artist markets on the World Wide Web, mostly social media. Check out Atlanta-based influencer [https://www.instagram.com/rigelgemini/|Rigel Gemini]’s “[https://www.rigelgemini.com/home/2020/5/16/queer-atlanta-pride-quarantine-playlist-collaboration|Quarantine Playlist]” collab with [https://www.atlantapride.org/|Atlanta Pride] on Spotify! No doubt featuring Rigel’s new single “[https://vimeo.com/425468788|I Can't].” The vid to go with “I Can’t” is adorbs and stars Ru Paul’s Drag Race legend [https://www.instagram.com/alyssaedwards_1/|Alyssa Edwards] and [https://creativeloafing.com/content-468133-lust-list-2020|''Creative Loafing'' 2020 Lust List]er, [https://creativeloafing.com/content-468201-lust-list-2020---brande-elise-2|Brande Elise]!

More on music. ''The Move'' is listening to a lot of the ''Pure Moods'' ’90s tracks, Atlanta favs [https://open.spotify.com/artist/7EEefVBNBS3ckwouEl62oB?si=kNL_EJ52SOmtlnTK3lkwlw|Lunar Vacation], [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0jLJyfmRDaHz1GxKeWLGV7?si=7h7POvkfR8uCXKW6lY-Agw|Material Girls], [https://open.spotify.com/artist/6tfubaAxPeFfufD2GK6o08?si=z1AGP7veSJuJWMi1aWk_zQ|Lady and Clementine’s Fantastic Party], and [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5S5MhG7ZvwNklFrfFPJUNz?si=LNcaUM0uQVu2ri7evzHEBw|Nikki and the Phantom Callers.]

Take a stroll back to the turn of the century and watch the [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZJSjrox_2s|Pure Moods commercial]. Millennials will remember like it was yesterday. Prep the pitcher bc it’s still ok to drink alone at home without judgment. Oh, and stay sanitary distant, Bithkitz, bc she’s tired of wasting all the vodka on our hands.

__WEDNESDAYS AND SUNDAYS P Groove’s Brock Butler cover sets__

Unable to tour, yet thriving at home. Every Wednesday and Sunday, [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Y5Qltdor4sw3O8NnFw5pO?si=5LgyHlV1TpS9yFPl6v6Qkw|Perpetual Groove]’s guitarist and lead vocalist Brock Butler covers his fav songs digitally on [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1494442920731779/?ref=share|Busking Down the House]. As of mid-May, Butler was up to 190 songs, with zero repeats.

''“While I certainly miss the rock shows proper, there is always opportunity to push and be creative with new mediums. Taking time to learn some new covers I’ve always wanted to play and try my hand at pgroove songs that don’t necessarily scream to exist in the solo acoustic realm.” '' — Brock Butler

The [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1494442920731779/?ref=share|Busking Down the House] Facebook page was born March 13, 2020, to support the music community with performances and virtual tip jars. A whopping 32K members have joined. ''”Our goals are to continue to support our artists and crews while continuing to bring you music.”'' — Busking Down the House.

__[https://www.sacredathome.com/bookings-checkout/prince-the-full-moon-experience|Full Moon Yoga] with Prince & Sade!__

My friend and [https://www.sacredthreadyoga.com/|Sacred Thread Yoga] owner, Annelise Leal, brings 90-minute gatherings honoring the moons, right to your living room! In June, Prince is the theme under the Strawberry Moon. In July, y’all!, it’ll be a Sade evening honoring the Thunder Moon. Don’t you just love being all privately spiritual and shit right from your home mat — or couch?

P.S. Congrats are in order for our yogi host. Annelise birthed her first child, Khya, at the beginning of the COVID-19 shut downs, at their home in East Atlanta Village! All are well and snuggly looking. I vote to let Khya stay up to honor the moons with us. xxoo. ''Zoom, $30''

__[https://www.abvatl.com/exhibitions|Drink & Doodle], June 10 & June 24__

[https://www.abvatl.com/|ABV Gallery] is killing it with the 2020 version of their popular Drink and Doodle event series. Typically, the kewl kidz gather monthly at ABV in Studioplex on the Eastside BeltLine to hang out and watch artists doodle. Anyone in the room can bid on the doodles once completed. Naturally, this gathering has moved online.

A perk of the shutdowns? Drink and Doodle is now twice a month with one night being international. The quarantine company I keep likes to throw the show up on a projector. Add speakers, bc music is fresh. Great if you’re over watching old concerts or subpar Netflix stand-ups. The art is typically affordable, so just bid already!

__[https://www.facebook.com/groups/353011275140619|Grateful Dating] — for serious, single Deadheads only!__

Are you into composting, brushing with Tom’s, and dancing in the street? Did your 2020 show dosage include 420 Fest, Jerry Day, Phish at Piedmont Park, and perhaps a little Panic? Are you single and looking for someone to turn on your love light? Facebook recommends Grateful Dating — a group for Deadhead singles to swap feelings, and probs granola recipes. There are two passwords before you can cross the bridge into a chat group full of some og woke white folk, AKA hippies. The first, a lyrical trivia question:

“What color was the sky when the sun was blue?” Seriously, this ''is'' a Deadhead group. This is a must-answer question.

''Hint:'' The answer lives on the 1974 Grateful Dead album ''From the Mars Hotel''.

Now, ''The Move'' isn’t looking for love bc she’s already cookin’ with one sexy noodler, but should you qualify for Grateful Dating, here is what internet hippies will not tolerate: trolling, catfishing, politics, selling, and absolutely zero Jerry vs. Trey, Phish vs. Dead, Jerry vs. John, or cover band baiting. https://www.facebook.com/groups/353011275140619

__Dance Party @ [https://www.nonsenseatl.com/|Nonsense], Saturday June 13__

Keep checking Nonsense ATL for Zoom dance parties. Danceable versions of all your pop stars! Like, literally all of them. Seriously, Karen. Other than dancing, DIY lewks are always encouraged.

''“Grab some toilet paper rolls, bath towels, cardboard boxes, macaroni, whatever and show us what you’ve got.”'' — Nonsense ATL

Where else can you carb and cardio at the same time? Macaroni tube top, here she comes! https://www.nonsenseatl.com/

__[https://www.facebook.com/events/2670266476525608/|The Buffy Hour: Once More, With Distancing], Saturday June 6__

''”She irons her jeans. She’s evil.''” — Buffy

How is she hunty?? She’ll be “five by five” once she gets to THE BUFFY HOUR on Wussy Mag’s twitch.tv. Quarantine hasn’t stopped [https://www.wussymag.com/|Wussy Mag] from giving the queer community stage time. Here’s the tea ... queer comedy, music, drag, and spoken word all about Buffy the Vampire Slayer!

''”We will be dissecting all 7 seasons of this cult favorite, including the highs and lows, heartbreaks and big bads.”'' — Wussy Mag

Hosted by [https://www.instagram.com/powellmansfield/|Powell Mansfield] and [https://www.instagram.com/brigittebidet/|Brigitte Bidet] with special guests [https://www.instagram.com/tommylenk/|Tom Lenk] and [https://www.instagram.com/jackplotnick/|Jack Plotnick] from ''Buffy the Vampire Slayer''; [https://www.bufferingthevampireslayer.com/about|Buffering the Vampire Slayer Podcast] and [https://www.instagram.com/slayerfestx98/|Slayerfest 98 Podcast]; and the Scooby Gang, including [https://www.instagram.com/daxclamation/|Dax Exclamationpoint], Hayley Ellman, Ian Aber, Joleen Lunzer, Julian Modugno, Kia Comedy, Olive Lynch, Maureen SanDiego, and Stella-Pearl Fontaine. Showtime is 9 p.m. EST at ''twitch.tv/wussymag''

''“Just cause you’re at home, doesn’t mean you can’t turn a lewk. We encourage your best ’90s fashions, pajama vampwear, Willow sweaters, and Magic Box loungewear. Break out the band candy, host a virtual watch party, and tune in!”''

Suggested donation: $10 to PayPal — info@wussymag.com — to be split among performers.

__[http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/upcoming-events|Southern Fried Queer Pride 2020 Online Pop-Up Fest, June 26-27]__

The Move is tickled to announce Southern Fried Queer Pride 2020 is on''(line)''! Night one comes spicy with “[http://IwAR1LD5SVwByS8MjN_v6J89R1xVVxrAPEi8RzHirEvwZVrKD5iHKSMrnz2q8|HAWT SAUCE],” an online dance party. Day 2 will be workshops, an artist market, and a SWEET TEA queer variety show!

Last year, we learned basic cooking skills, DIY pad making, and thrifted our tootsies off. Stay tuned to SFQP’s website for more details on 2020’s virtual offerings.

__[https://www.facebook.com/events/236503054234302/|Loser: Videos from the Alternative Era, Sundays]__

Missing [https://www.marysatlanta.com/|Mary]’s music video catalog? Samez. Chill out on Sunday nights with videos from the postmodern era of MTV’s “120 Minutes.” Google it, kids, but erase your history! ''twitch.tv/marysatlanta[https://www.twitch.tv/marysatlanta]'' 10 p.m. __—CL—__"
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Didn’t you hear? COVID-19 vanished! Everything is back to normal and Georgia is “open for biz!” Screech. Reality check: COVID-19 didn’t disappear. Below is what’s coming up in the virtual world of disco, art, and underground in ATL.

A pandemic won’t stop national Pride. Atlanta’s most sensational queers prep for festivals, performances, and artist markets on the World Wide Web, mostly social media. Check out Atlanta-based influencer Rigel Gemini’s “Quarantine Playlist” collab with Atlanta Pride on Spotify! No doubt featuring Rigel’s new single “I Can't.” The vid to go with “I Can’t” is adorbs and stars Ru Paul’s Drag Race legend Alyssa Edwards and Creative Loafing 2020 Lust Lister, Brande Elise!

More on music. The Move is listening to a lot of the Pure Moods ’90s tracks, Atlanta favs Lunar Vacation, Material Girls, Lady and Clementine’s Fantastic Party, and Nikki and the Phantom Callers.

Take a stroll back to the turn of the century and watch the Pure Moods commercial. Millennials will remember like it was yesterday. Prep the pitcher bc it’s still ok to drink alone at home without judgment. Oh, and stay sanitary distant, Bithkitz, bc she’s tired of wasting all the vodka on our hands.

WEDNESDAYS AND SUNDAYS P Groove’s Brock Butler cover sets

Unable to tour, yet thriving at home. Every Wednesday and Sunday, Perpetual Groove’s guitarist and lead vocalist Brock Butler covers his fav songs digitally on Busking Down the House. As of mid-May, Butler was up to 190 songs, with zero repeats.

“While I certainly miss the rock shows proper, there is always opportunity to push and be creative with new mediums. Taking time to learn some new covers I’ve always wanted to play and try my hand at pgroove songs that don’t necessarily scream to exist in the solo acoustic realm.”  — Brock Butler

The Busking Down the House Facebook page was born March 13, 2020, to support the music community with performances and virtual tip jars. A whopping 32K members have joined. ”Our goals are to continue to support our artists and crews while continuing to bring you music.” — Busking Down the House.

Full Moon Yoga with Prince & Sade!

My friend and Sacred Thread Yoga owner, Annelise Leal, brings 90-minute gatherings honoring the moons, right to your living room! In June, Prince is the theme under the Strawberry Moon. In July, y’all!, it’ll be a Sade evening honoring the Thunder Moon. Don’t you just love being all privately spiritual and shit right from your home mat — or couch?

P.S. Congrats are in order for our yogi host. Annelise birthed her first child, Khya, at the beginning of the COVID-19 shut downs, at their home in East Atlanta Village! All are well and snuggly looking. I vote to let Khya stay up to honor the moons with us. xxoo. Zoom, $30

Drink & Doodle, June 10 & June 24

ABV Gallery is killing it with the 2020 version of their popular Drink and Doodle event series. Typically, the kewl kidz gather monthly at ABV in Studioplex on the Eastside BeltLine to hang out and watch artists doodle. Anyone in the room can bid on the doodles once completed. Naturally, this gathering has moved online.

A perk of the shutdowns? Drink and Doodle is now twice a month with one night being international. The quarantine company I keep likes to throw the show up on a projector. Add speakers, bc music is fresh. Great if you’re over watching old concerts or subpar Netflix stand-ups. The art is typically affordable, so just bid already!

Grateful Dating — for serious, single Deadheads only!

Are you into composting, brushing with Tom’s, and dancing in the street? Did your 2020 show dosage include 420 Fest, Jerry Day, Phish at Piedmont Park, and perhaps a little Panic? Are you single and looking for someone to turn on your love light? Facebook recommends Grateful Dating — a group for Deadhead singles to swap feelings, and probs granola recipes. There are two passwords before you can cross the bridge into a chat group full of some og woke white folk, AKA hippies. The first, a lyrical trivia question:

“What color was the sky when the sun was blue?” Seriously, this is a Deadhead group. This is a must-answer question.

Hint: The answer lives on the 1974 Grateful Dead album From the Mars Hotel.

Now, The Move isn’t looking for love bc she’s already cookin’ with one sexy noodler, but should you qualify for Grateful Dating, here is what internet hippies will not tolerate: trolling, catfishing, politics, selling, and absolutely zero Jerry vs. Trey, Phish vs. Dead, Jerry vs. John, or cover band baiting. https://www.facebook.com/groups/353011275140619

Dance Party @ Nonsense, Saturday June 13

Keep checking Nonsense ATL for Zoom dance parties. Danceable versions of all your pop stars! Like, literally all of them. Seriously, Karen. Other than dancing, DIY lewks are always encouraged.

“Grab some toilet paper rolls, bath towels, cardboard boxes, macaroni, whatever and show us what you’ve got.” — Nonsense ATL

Where else can you carb and cardio at the same time? Macaroni tube top, here she comes! https://www.nonsenseatl.com/

The Buffy Hour: Once More, With Distancing, Saturday June 6

”She irons her jeans. She’s evil.” — Buffy

How is she hunty?? She’ll be “five by five” once she gets to THE BUFFY HOUR on Wussy Mag’s twitch.tv. Quarantine hasn’t stopped Wussy Mag from giving the queer community stage time. Here’s the tea ... queer comedy, music, drag, and spoken word all about Buffy the Vampire Slayer!

”We will be dissecting all 7 seasons of this cult favorite, including the highs and lows, heartbreaks and big bads.” — Wussy Mag

Hosted by Powell Mansfield and Brigitte Bidet with special guests Tom Lenk and Jack Plotnick from Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Buffering the Vampire Slayer Podcast and Slayerfest 98 Podcast; and the Scooby Gang, including Dax Exclamationpoint, Hayley Ellman, Ian Aber, Joleen Lunzer, Julian Modugno, Kia Comedy, Olive Lynch, Maureen SanDiego, and Stella-Pearl Fontaine. Showtime is 9 p.m. EST at twitch.tv/wussymag

“Just cause you’re at home, doesn’t mean you can’t turn a lewk. We encourage your best ’90s fashions, pajama vampwear, Willow sweaters, and Magic Box loungewear. Break out the band candy, host a virtual watch party, and tune in!”

Suggested donation: $10 to PayPal — info at wussymag.com — to be split among performers.

Southern Fried Queer Pride 2020 Online Pop-Up Fest, June 26-27

The Move is tickled to announce Southern Fried Queer Pride 2020 is on(line)! Night one comes spicy with “HAWT SAUCE,” an online dance party. Day 2 will be workshops, an artist market, and a SWEET TEA queer variety show!

Last year, we learned basic cooking skills, DIY pad making, and thrifted our tootsies off. Stay tuned to SFQP’s website for more details on 2020’s virtual offerings.

Loser: Videos from the Alternative Era, Sundays

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  string(9636) "Welcome to The Move, a column intended to help you beat the fight against basic, and, in 2020, likely without having to leave your house. Y’all can still have a balanced diet of disco and yoga, it will just be virtual yoga and a password protected Zoom disco. Warning of side effects: Bloated bank account from an entire year of concert cash yet to be burned. Anxiety over slow internet connections. Consume at your own risk.

Other than the obvious issues and catching my dog’s separation anxiety, there are pros to being on international shut-down. The club bathrooms have improved, assuming you cleaned your toilet recently. Brian Kemp memes went viral. No more group birthday dinners!

The underground isn’t always organized. Throw in a pandemic, and we’re talking a pop-up virtual rager that could slide in your feed at any hour. In the good ole days, The Move intended to get your calendars amped for what’s to come. But that was way back in Q1 of this year. Now that most of us would agree our lives can change at the drop of cough droplets, writing a futuristic events column...well maybe not. Instead, like a true cowgirl, she’s doing things in reverse. Here’s what she’s seen, virtually attended, watched, and created during COVID-19. If you read about an event you like, look ‘em up. They will probably have more parties. Plus, ways you can help good ppl doing some good sh*t.

A shoutout to the do-gooders, and how to join them:

The first call I make when I want to know how to be of service in the communities that need it most is to Activist and Community Leader Liliana Bakhtiari. Think your volunteer hours are impressive? Bakhtiari’s life commitment to public service is GOALS.

During the pandemic, Bakhtiari immediately activated help for Atlanta’s senior community asking for donations for Branan Towers, a high-rise for senior citizens in East Atlanta Village. You can drop off Branan Towers donations — food, cleaning supplies, art activities, puzzles, books, used/refurbished electronics, gift cards, and letters —  at the Argosy take-out table, Wednesday through Sunday, between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Bakhtiari is also working as the Homeless Emergency Response Coordinator at Partners for HOME. Partners for HOME is a compassionate community innovating a robust approach to homelessness in Atlanta. They are currently working with local hotels to house the homeless who are high-risk for COVID-19. www.partnersforhome.org, @lilianaforAtlanta

Meal Bridge is an Atlanta-based mission to feed frontline healthcare workers, while simultaneously generating biz for local restaurants. But local restaurants aren’t hogging all the profits: “For every single meal you order from Osteria, Doc Chey’s, or Dragon Bowl for our brave healthcare professionals via The Meal Bridge, we will donate nine more meals to the Atlanta Community Food Bank that will allow them to feed hungry children, hardworking families, or struggling seniors.” Barely more than a month into the pandemic, 1,084 meals have been delivered to hospitals, thus raising enough to feed 9,756 food-insecure neighbors. www.themealbridge.com

The Atlanta Guys Dinner Group (#AGDG) is a group of guys who get together once a month to break bread, socialize, and give back to the Atlanta community. They created a pantry drive and are putting bags together for restaurant workers and others from the culinary industry who are currently without. They have also raised funds for Atlanta Family Meal and are collecting nonperishable items if you’re able to donate.

Funemployed? Become a Pet Listener:
Have a pet? I recently made an appointment with local animal communicator, Lauren Kinney. Animal communication uses telepathy, something Kinney says all humans are born with but lose once the verbal communication takes over, to chat with your furry roommates.

“I listen and learn about an animal’s joys and fears and get a better understanding of behavioral or medical issues.” — Kinney

Kinney had a convo with Poncey, my seven-year-old bulldog and codependent bestie, via phone. Kinney described Poncey as “The Dude” from one of my favorite Coen brothers’ movies, The Big Lebowski, meaning he’s extremely “chill.” This, along with everything else she noted about my only roommate, was spot on! Even if she just got lucky, the call lifted spirits in our tiny home. Kinney is currently talking to pets for FREE to gain accreditation hours. Yes, that’s a thing, apparently, if you are funemployed! www.petlistener.com

TWITCH.tv:
Are you even twitching yet, Karen? Twitch.tv, a social media platform originally intended for gamers, is now being used to stream events during coronavirus.

We asked Wussy Mag creator Jon Dean, “Why not just stick with Facebook or Zoom?” Dean responded, “It’s just the best quality for mixing live stream in from multiple sources with pre-recorded content.” Wussy Mag, with Southern Fried Queer Pride, streamed their event “Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity,” Saturday, April 25 on Twitch.tv. The telethon raised money for rural, queer artists and performers and featured my fav local drag performers Brigitte Bidet and Ella/saurus/REX. Nashville band Thelma & the Sleaze, international pop star Lance Bass, and Netflix comedians Fortune Feimster and Whitney Cummings all made appearances that likely wouldn’t have been possible pre shelter in place.

Look for more Atlanta-based events popping up on Twitch.tv, including regular entertainment from Mammal Gallery and a social distance happy hour hosted by Mary’s every Friday.
twitch.tv/endmetronormativity
twitch.tv/mammalgallery
twitch.tv/MarysAtlanta

You can still shop local:
A cure for the Amazon guilt is as overdue as rent during COVID-19. Of course, I didn’t know how to kick the addiction, so I called upon my favorite local she-can-make-anything engineer, Streetcat.media, for the 411 on how to stop playing with rainbow capitalism and actually buy local.

"Itching for your monthly Atlanta DIY fix?! We sure as heck are! Local internet-based artist + DIY community organizer, Streetcat.media, saves the day with the scoop on all things online in the Atlanta DIY scene in their latest blog, “Pandemania: an Anti-Rainbow Capitalism Manifesto.”

“In this manifesto, you will find lots of reasons and resources on how and why you should be investing in your local creative economy right now, especially in these uncertain national and state-wide economic times. Whether through building your own DIY skill set with video tutorials or buying art from a local artist’s website, now is an extremely rare and fruitful time to participate in and support your local DIY community online.” — Maggie Kane, owner, Streetcat.media. 

Shibori, Shibari — Let’s tie the whole thing off:
Getting crafty on The Move! Shibori is the ancient Japanese art of folding, tying, then dying fabric to create a tie-dye like pattern. I tried this technique during quarantine, only to learn RIT fabric dye for synthetics doesn’t actually dye polyester as promised. Friends who stuck with more absorbable fabs, like cotton, have dyed beautiful things. Try shibori with you, yourself, and you while staying home.

Shibari is the Japanese form of bondage art, aka kinbaku. So maybe I haven’t actually practiced tying up another human yet, but I am getting pretty stellar at macramé, which is just as knotty. I’ve learned so many twists and ties and have acquired enough rope to make the kink community jelly. Macramé is a solo project. If you have a quarantine partner, try for shibari.

WEED Rx:
I’d like to re-thank Kwanza Hall and all the Atlanta City Council members who unanimously voted to decriminalize under an ounce of grass in 2017. And with cops not having testing kits to analyze the difference between CBD/THC, there’s a good chance you can drop the paranoia in 2020. Lawd knows we need Mary Jane more than ever right now.


*Remember, marijuana containing more than .03 percent of THC is still illegal in Georgia. In the city of Atlanta, however, you will at worst get a $75 ticket for having under an ounce of THC on you. Enjoy confidently and responsibly.

CLUB QUARANTINE and other ways to dance during a pandemic:
The Move is always to dance. I even have a tattoo dedicated to the verb. Perhaps we can’t risk sharing sweat droplets with strangers right now, but social-distance dance parties are popping up everywhere.

It’s taken no time for the dance community to take the raves online during an international crisis. Artists from Toronto take their all-inclusive, queer dance party, Club Quarantine, online for the masses nightly using Zoom codes.

Party in your bathtub. Lose track of time. Don’t be self-conscious, wake your subconscious, without having to leave your house. Go ahead and get all dressed up, honey, bc you’ve got a website to get to!

LOCAL DANCE PARTIES via the internet:
Who misses foam, glitter, and dance raves more than me? Maybe DJ Kimber. Although we can’t share glitter, we can enjoy a full, live set from Kimber weekly! Check out Kimber’s virtual dance parties for Nonsense ATL via Zoom. Her last set was eight hours long! nonsenseatl.com

And before we can all go back to day raves at the Chosewood Ballroom, continue checking Ecstatic Dance Atlanta’s Facebook page as they stream Ecstatic Dance chapters from around the world. Get movin’ — that’s an order. 

P.S. Stop whining about getting your roots done and just shave your head. I did! —CL—"
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Bakhtiari is also working as the Homeless Emergency Response Coordinator at [http://partnersforhome.org|__Partners for HOME__]. Partners for HOME is a compassionate community innovating a robust approach to homelessness in Atlanta. They are currently working with local hotels to house the homeless who are high-risk for COVID-19. www.partnersforhome.org, @lilianaforAtlanta

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~~#000000:__Funemployed? Become a Pet Listener:__~~
Have a pet? I recently made an appointment with local animal communicator, [https://petlistener.com/|Lauren Kinney]. Animal communication uses telepathy, something Kinney says all humans are born with but lose once the verbal communication takes over, to chat with your furry roommates.

“I listen and learn about an animal’s joys and fears and get a better understanding of behavioral or medical issues.” — Kinney

Kinney had a convo with Poncey, my seven-year-old bulldog and codependent bestie, via phone. Kinney described Poncey as “The Dude” from one of my favorite Coen brothers’ movies, ''The Big Lebowski'', meaning he’s extremely “chill.” This, along with everything else she noted about my only roommate, was spot on! Even if she just got lucky, the call lifted spirits in our tiny home. Kinney is currently talking to pets for FREE to gain accreditation hours. Yes, that’s a thing, apparently, if you are funemployed! www.petlistener.com

~~#000000:__TWITCH.tv:__~~
Are you even twitching yet, ''Karen''? ''Twitch.tv'', a social media platform originally intended for gamers, is now being used to stream events during coronavirus.

We asked [https://www.wussymag.com/|''Wussy'' Mag] creator Jon Dean, “Why not just stick with Facebook or Zoom?” Dean responded, “It’s just the best quality for mixing live stream in from multiple sources with pre-recorded content.” ''Wussy'' Mag, with [http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/|Southern Fried Queer Pride], streamed their event “Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity,” Saturday, April 25 on Twitch.tv. The telethon raised money for rural, queer artists and performers and featured my fav local drag performers [https://www.instagram.com/brigittebidet/?hl=en|Brigitte Bidet] and Ella/saurus/REX. Nashville band [http://thelmaandthesleaze.com/|Thelma & the Sleaze], international pop star [https://lancebass.com/|Lance Bass], and Netflix comedians [https://www.fortunefeimster.com/|Fortune Feimster] and [https://www.whitneycummings.com/|Whitney Cummings] all made appearances that likely wouldn’t have been possible pre shelter in place.

Look for more Atlanta-based events popping up on ''Twitch.tv'', including regular entertainment from [http://www.mammalgallery.com/|Mammal Gallery] and a social distance happy hour hosted by [https://www.marysatlanta.com/|Mary’s] every Friday.
twitch.tv/endmetronormativity
twitch.tv/mammalgallery
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~~#000000:__You can still shop local:__~~
A cure for the Amazon guilt is as overdue as rent during COVID-19. Of course, I didn’t know how to kick the addiction, so I called upon my favorite local she-can-make-anything engineer, [https://www.streetcat.media/|Streetcat.media], for the 411 on how to stop playing with rainbow capitalism and actually buy local.

"Itching for your monthly Atlanta DIY fix?! We sure as heck are! Local internet-based artist + DIY community organizer, [https://www.streetcat.media/|Streetcat.media], saves the day with the scoop on all things online in the Atlanta DIY scene in their [https://www.streetcat.media/community-engagement/pandemania-diy-online|latest blog, “Pandemania: an Anti-Rainbow Capitalism Manifesto.”]

“In this manifesto, you will find lots of reasons and resources on how and why you should be investing in your local creative economy right now, especially in these uncertain national and state-wide economic times. Whether through building your own DIY skill set with video tutorials or buying art from a local artist’s website, now is an extremely rare and fruitful time to participate in and support your local DIY community online.” — Maggie Kane, owner, Streetcat.media. 

~~#000000:__Shibori, Shibari — Let’s tie the whole thing off:__~~
Getting crafty on ''The Move''! [http://www.google.com/search?q=shibori&oq=Shibori&aqs=chrome.0.69i59j0l7.835j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8|Shibori] is the ancient Japanese art of folding, tying, then dying fabric to create a tie-dye like pattern. I tried this technique during quarantine, only to learn RIT fabric dye for synthetics doesn’t actually dye polyester as promised. Friends who stuck with more absorbable fabs, like cotton, have dyed beautiful things. Try shibori with you, yourself, and you while staying home.

[https://www.google.com/search?q=Shibari&oq=Shibari&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l2j69i59j0l4.1324j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8|Shibari] is the Japanese form of bondage art, aka kinbaku. So maybe I haven’t actually practiced tying up another human yet, but I am getting pretty stellar at macramé, which is just as knotty. I’ve learned so many twists and ties and have acquired enough rope to make the kink community jelly. [https://www.google.com/search?q=macrame&oq=macrame&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l4j69i61j69i60l2.3817j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8|Macramé] is a solo project. If you have a quarantine partner, try for shibari.

~~#000000:__WEED Rx:__~~
I’d like to re-thank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwanzahall/|Kwanza Hall] and all the Atlanta City Council members who unanimously voted to decriminalize under an ounce of grass in 2017. And with cops [https://creativeloafing.com/content-467791-podcast-friends-in-high-places-ep-12-part-2-with-attorney-ashley|not having testing kits to analyze the difference between CBD/THC], there’s a good chance you can drop the paranoia in 2020. Lawd knows we need Mary Jane more than ever right now.

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*Remember, marijuana containing more than .03 percent of THC is still illegal in Georgia. In the city of Atlanta, however, you will at worst get a $75 ticket for having under an ounce of THC on you. Enjoy confidently and responsibly.

~~#000000:__[https://www.instagram.com/clubquarantine/?hl=en|CLUB QUARANTINE] and other ways to dance during a pandemic:__~~
The Move is always to dance. I even have a tattoo dedicated to the verb. Perhaps we can’t risk sharing sweat droplets with strangers right now, but social-distance dance parties are popping up everywhere.

It’s taken no time for the dance community to take the raves online during an international crisis. Artists from Toronto take their all-inclusive, queer dance party, Club Quarantine, online for the masses nightly using Zoom codes.

Party in your bathtub. Lose track of time. Don’t be self-conscious, wake your subconscious, without having to leave your house. Go ahead and get all dressed up, honey, bc you’ve got a website to get to!

~~#000000:__LOCAL DANCE PARTIES via the internet:__~~
Who misses foam, glitter, and dance raves more than me? Maybe [https://www.nonsenseatl.com/|DJ Kimber]. Although we can’t share glitter, we can enjoy a full, live set from Kimber weekly! Check out Kimber’s virtual dance parties for Nonsense ATL via Zoom. Her last set was eight hours long! nonsenseatl.com

And before we can all go back to day raves at the Chosewood Ballroom, continue checking [https://www.facebook.com/EcstaticDanceAtlanta|Ecstatic Dance Atlanta]’s Facebook page as they stream Ecstatic Dance chapters from around the world. Get movin’ — that’s an order. 

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Other than the obvious issues and catching my dog’s separation anxiety, there are pros to being on international shut-down. The club bathrooms have improved, assuming you cleaned your toilet recently. Brian Kemp memes went viral. No more group birthday dinners!

The underground isn’t always organized. Throw in a pandemic, and we’re talking a pop-up virtual rager that could slide in your feed at any hour. In the good ole days, The Move intended to get your calendars amped for what’s to come. But that was way back in Q1 of this year. Now that most of us would agree our lives can change at the drop of cough droplets, writing a futuristic events column...well maybe not. Instead, like a true cowgirl, she’s doing things in reverse. Here’s what she’s seen, virtually attended, watched, and created during COVID-19. If you read about an event you like, look ‘em up. They will probably have more parties. Plus, ways you can help good ppl doing some good sh*t.

A shoutout to the do-gooders, and how to join them:

The first call I make when I want to know how to be of service in the communities that need it most is to Activist and Community Leader Liliana Bakhtiari. Think your volunteer hours are impressive? Bakhtiari’s life commitment to public service is GOALS.

During the pandemic, Bakhtiari immediately activated help for Atlanta’s senior community asking for donations for Branan Towers, a high-rise for senior citizens in East Atlanta Village. You can drop off Branan Towers donations — food, cleaning supplies, art activities, puzzles, books, used/refurbished electronics, gift cards, and letters —  at the Argosy take-out table, Wednesday through Sunday, between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Bakhtiari is also working as the Homeless Emergency Response Coordinator at Partners for HOME. Partners for HOME is a compassionate community innovating a robust approach to homelessness in Atlanta. They are currently working with local hotels to house the homeless who are high-risk for COVID-19. www.partnersforhome.org, @lilianaforAtlanta

Meal Bridge is an Atlanta-based mission to feed frontline healthcare workers, while simultaneously generating biz for local restaurants. But local restaurants aren’t hogging all the profits: “For every single meal you order from Osteria, Doc Chey’s, or Dragon Bowl for our brave healthcare professionals via The Meal Bridge, we will donate nine more meals to the Atlanta Community Food Bank that will allow them to feed hungry children, hardworking families, or struggling seniors.” Barely more than a month into the pandemic, 1,084 meals have been delivered to hospitals, thus raising enough to feed 9,756 food-insecure neighbors. www.themealbridge.com

The Atlanta Guys Dinner Group (#AGDG) is a group of guys who get together once a month to break bread, socialize, and give back to the Atlanta community. They created a pantry drive and are putting bags together for restaurant workers and others from the culinary industry who are currently without. They have also raised funds for Atlanta Family Meal and are collecting nonperishable items if you’re able to donate.

Funemployed? Become a Pet Listener:
Have a pet? I recently made an appointment with local animal communicator, Lauren Kinney. Animal communication uses telepathy, something Kinney says all humans are born with but lose once the verbal communication takes over, to chat with your furry roommates.

“I listen and learn about an animal’s joys and fears and get a better understanding of behavioral or medical issues.” — Kinney

Kinney had a convo with Poncey, my seven-year-old bulldog and codependent bestie, via phone. Kinney described Poncey as “The Dude” from one of my favorite Coen brothers’ movies, The Big Lebowski, meaning he’s extremely “chill.” This, along with everything else she noted about my only roommate, was spot on! Even if she just got lucky, the call lifted spirits in our tiny home. Kinney is currently talking to pets for FREE to gain accreditation hours. Yes, that’s a thing, apparently, if you are funemployed! www.petlistener.com

TWITCH.tv:
Are you even twitching yet, Karen? Twitch.tv, a social media platform originally intended for gamers, is now being used to stream events during coronavirus.

We asked Wussy Mag creator Jon Dean, “Why not just stick with Facebook or Zoom?” Dean responded, “It’s just the best quality for mixing live stream in from multiple sources with pre-recorded content.” Wussy Mag, with Southern Fried Queer Pride, streamed their event “Big Ass Telethon to End Metronormativity,” Saturday, April 25 on Twitch.tv. The telethon raised money for rural, queer artists and performers and featured my fav local drag performers Brigitte Bidet and Ella/saurus/REX. Nashville band Thelma & the Sleaze, international pop star Lance Bass, and Netflix comedians Fortune Feimster and Whitney Cummings all made appearances that likely wouldn’t have been possible pre shelter in place.

Look for more Atlanta-based events popping up on Twitch.tv, including regular entertainment from Mammal Gallery and a social distance happy hour hosted by Mary’s every Friday.
twitch.tv/endmetronormativity
twitch.tv/mammalgallery
twitch.tv/MarysAtlanta

You can still shop local:
A cure for the Amazon guilt is as overdue as rent during COVID-19. Of course, I didn’t know how to kick the addiction, so I called upon my favorite local she-can-make-anything engineer, Streetcat.media, for the 411 on how to stop playing with rainbow capitalism and actually buy local.

"Itching for your monthly Atlanta DIY fix?! We sure as heck are! Local internet-based artist + DIY community organizer, Streetcat.media, saves the day with the scoop on all things online in the Atlanta DIY scene in their latest blog, “Pandemania: an Anti-Rainbow Capitalism Manifesto.”

“In this manifesto, you will find lots of reasons and resources on how and why you should be investing in your local creative economy right now, especially in these uncertain national and state-wide economic times. Whether through building your own DIY skill set with video tutorials or buying art from a local artist’s website, now is an extremely rare and fruitful time to participate in and support your local DIY community online.” — Maggie Kane, owner, Streetcat.media. 

Shibori, Shibari — Let’s tie the whole thing off:
Getting crafty on The Move! Shibori is the ancient Japanese art of folding, tying, then dying fabric to create a tie-dye like pattern. I tried this technique during quarantine, only to learn RIT fabric dye for synthetics doesn’t actually dye polyester as promised. Friends who stuck with more absorbable fabs, like cotton, have dyed beautiful things. Try shibori with you, yourself, and you while staying home.

Shibari is the Japanese form of bondage art, aka kinbaku. So maybe I haven’t actually practiced tying up another human yet, but I am getting pretty stellar at macramé, which is just as knotty. I’ve learned so many twists and ties and have acquired enough rope to make the kink community jelly. Macramé is a solo project. If you have a quarantine partner, try for shibari.

WEED Rx:
I’d like to re-thank Kwanza Hall and all the Atlanta City Council members who unanimously voted to decriminalize under an ounce of grass in 2017. And with cops not having testing kits to analyze the difference between CBD/THC, there’s a good chance you can drop the paranoia in 2020. Lawd knows we need Mary Jane more than ever right now.


*Remember, marijuana containing more than .03 percent of THC is still illegal in Georgia. In the city of Atlanta, however, you will at worst get a $75 ticket for having under an ounce of THC on you. Enjoy confidently and responsibly.

CLUB QUARANTINE and other ways to dance during a pandemic:
The Move is always to dance. I even have a tattoo dedicated to the verb. Perhaps we can’t risk sharing sweat droplets with strangers right now, but social-distance dance parties are popping up everywhere.

It’s taken no time for the dance community to take the raves online during an international crisis. Artists from Toronto take their all-inclusive, queer dance party, Club Quarantine, online for the masses nightly using Zoom codes.

Party in your bathtub. Lose track of time. Don’t be self-conscious, wake your subconscious, without having to leave your house. Go ahead and get all dressed up, honey, bc you’ve got a website to get to!

LOCAL DANCE PARTIES via the internet:
Who misses foam, glitter, and dance raves more than me? Maybe DJ Kimber. Although we can’t share glitter, we can enjoy a full, live set from Kimber weekly! Check out Kimber’s virtual dance parties for Nonsense ATL via Zoom. Her last set was eight hours long! nonsenseatl.com

And before we can all go back to day raves at the Chosewood Ballroom, continue checking Ecstatic Dance Atlanta’s Facebook page as they stream Ecstatic Dance chapters from around the world. Get movin’ — that’s an order. 

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The internet has never felt more useful than to keep up with a mega-virus, absorb YouTube content, and telecommunicate with those I cannot currently touch. Like any modern millennial, my cures for anxiety include  memes, DIY home- and self-improvement, carbonated water, and marijuana. And although my dream of retiring to open a cuddle camp has been postponed — truthfully she wasn’t even close — we still have Amazon.com to bring activity tools.

Life threw The Move lemons, so we’re going to scour Pinterest for hours looking for the best damn lemonade recipe, and maybe, possibly consider making it, ya know, btw memes. I hope you feel inspired after reading how I spend my personal wi-fi bill. Post COVID-19, it’s quite likely The Move may include an event of interest to the new you! Stay sanitary, neighbors!

DIY: Sex Pots

If you keep up with The Move, you know she is plant-obsessed! Here’s a makeover for those basic planters your last neighbor left behind. Easy, customizable sex pot created by you! Copy and paste are not just keys on your computer. Using Creative Loafing print ads, cut, place, and paste on pottery or furniture of choice, then Modge Podge over them for instant art, aka decoupage. I splattered and sprayed some paint and glitter for accents. To keep with the “sex pot” theme, use the adult ads in the back of this newspaper.** Or try six-time Golden Globe actor Laura Dern’s face for a “Dern fern” piece, pictured.

DIY: Perfect Another Language

Travel plans canceled? Naw. You just got more time to practice your language skills. Personally, I’ll be re-learning Russian to make up for my lack of studying in St. Petersburg many white nights ago.

Between YouTube, smartphone apps, and streaming channels GALORE, you could come out of COVID-19 speaking sign language! My Roku streaming stick, just like your Chrome Fire stick or Apple TV, offers entire channels dedicated to a single language. How about ordering that lengua taco in the bull’s native tongue by the time you scarf down your next Mexican meal in public?

Stay home and Make a Bolo Tie


I made a bolo tie, once I realized a good bolo tie is tough to find outside of the Southwest and can be limited in design. Fun Fact! A bolo tie is the official state neckwear of New Mexico. (My findings for Georgia’s official neckwear, inconclusive.)

A good bolo tie is rugged yet refined, and pretty easy to make. Don’t take my advice, take YouTube’s! Google “How to make a bolo tie” for a swarm of quick and easy ways to create the base of your bolo, but let your designs sprawl outside the box if it feels right. Add a favorite patch or some pom-poms vs a turquoise gem.

Just think, nearly 100 years ago, a Native-American with a silver-clasped bandana gave a cowboy silversmith the idea for adding his leather hat string, then calling it a bolo tie. A practical thought, turned fashion. Your incubation time could hatch great things for the runway, my friends.

How to Keep Music Alive During a Crisis


Keep streaming. Vinyl, CD, and cassette friends, come up to the airwaves and listen local, or subscribe to a music streaming service that pays the artists appropriately. Or buy the music outright. Yes, that’s still a thing! Don’t want to listen to music 24/7? Support your favorite small artists by playing their songs on repeat, even if you mute it. Plays pay bills.

Don’t Wait for a Sign, Make One

Are you a political activist or slacktivist? Take a listen to Hidden Brain wherever you listen to podcasts. Specifically, the episode titled, “Passion Isn’t Enough,” with political scientist Eitan Hersh. Hersh talks about the study of “political hobbyism” and how the US currently treats politics more like sports entertainment.

If you find yourself in the political slacktivist category, like most, it’s a great time to make a sign supporting your candidates for all the upcoming elections. Don’t wait until May or November. Take that sign out to the street, keeping over six feet away from passing humans, and hold it up high for your neighbors and traffic to see. I promise it’s way more invigorating than a one-click Facebook share.

This downtime is a great chance to call your representatives and political candidates vying for their position, even if it’s just to introduce yourself and your priorities. Mark the new Georgia Primary Election voting day for MAY 19, 2020. If you need help getting to the polls in May, try https://carpoolvote.com/.

Friends in High Places

Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it. Or listen wherever you get your podcasts. The latest episode interviews Corey Lowe, a former police officer who left the job to fight for her daughter’s right to medical marijuana in Georgia. Without this medication, her daughter, Victoria, suffers up to 100 seizures a day. With it, only one.

Listen to Lowe’s family story and how she’s played a dominant part in making change for Georgia’s cannabis laws. The fight is far from over. Tune in at CLATL.com/FiHP

Film and Tube Time

Here’s what I’m watching during an international crisis. If I ain’t learning something or solving a murder, I’m likely not streaming it. Naturally, I watch Outbreak the day we hit a pandemic state in the U.S., to learn what not to do. Kevin Spacey gives off a particularly great creep vibe, per usual.

Upbeat and super motivational Hulu original programming “Making It” is just good for the whole fam jam fun. Nick Offerman and Amy Poehler, of Parks and Rec, bring notes of the warm and fuzzies as hosts of this craft challenge for the masters. In only a few hours, these makers create a mailbox that shreds bills, a dog house with edible wallpaper, and a photobooth that can fly — all with more puns than my little heart can love.

A&E’s docuseries “The Many Faces of Jane” follows 28-year-old Jane Hart in her daily life as a mother of two young children and to her thrice-weekly intensive therapy sessions for dissociative personality disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder). Hart’s personalities are each derived from a different age in her life when trauma and abuse occurred. I know you have a million questions, and I am not a doctor, yet, so just go watch it. I streamed on Hulu.

Film of 2019 IMO, was GREENER GRASS. Comedy meets horror in timeless suburbia where everyone wears braces on straight teeth, and matching tertiary wardrobes, and golf carts glide nicely along with music from composer Samuel Nobles. Dawn Luebbe and Jocelyn DeBoer star and direct in a story of jealousy and murder in this irrational masterpiece with strong David Lynch vibes. Either you’ll get it, or you won’t. Either way, you’ll feel awkward.

Other TV listings include Kamp Kenan for reptile curiosities; Yarn TV, a crochet channel; and, not a series, but yes a channel dedicated to making your own soap (DIY Soapmaking). All streaming on Roku, and probably elsewhere.

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__DIY: Sex Pots__

If you keep up with ''The Move'', you know she is plant-obsessed! Here’s a makeover for those basic planters your last neighbor left behind. Easy, customizable sex pot created by you! Copy and paste are not just keys on your computer. Using ''Creative Loafing'' print ads, cut, place, and paste on pottery or furniture of choice, then Modge Podge over them for instant art, aka decoupage. I splattered and sprayed some paint and glitter for accents. To keep with the “sex pot” theme, use the adult ads in the back of this newspaper.** Or try six-time Golden Globe actor Laura Dern’s face for a “Dern fern” piece, pictured.

__DIY: Perfect Another Language__

Travel plans canceled? Naw. You just got more time to practice your language skills. Personally, I’ll be re-learning Russian to make up for my lack of studying in St. Petersburg many white nights ago.

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I made a bolo tie, once I realized a good bolo tie is tough to find outside of the Southwest and can be limited in design. Fun Fact! A bolo tie is the official state neckwear of New Mexico. (My findings for Georgia’s official neckwear, inconclusive.)

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Just think, nearly 100 years ago, a Native-American with a silver-clasped bandana gave a cowboy silversmith the idea for adding his leather hat string, then calling it a bolo tie. A practical thought, turned fashion. Your incubation time could hatch great things for the runway, my friends.

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__Don’t Wait for a Sign, Make One__

Are you a political activist or slacktivist? Take a listen to ''Hidden Brain'' wherever you listen to podcasts. Specifically, the episode titled, “Passion Isn’t Enough,” with political scientist Eitan Hersh. Hersh talks about the study of “political hobbyism” and how the US currently treats politics more like sports entertainment.

If you find yourself in the political slacktivist category, like most, it’s a great time to make a sign supporting your candidates for all the upcoming elections. Don’t wait until May or November. Take that sign out to the street, keeping over six feet away from passing humans, and hold it up high for your neighbors and traffic to see. I promise it’s way more invigorating than a one-click Facebook share.

This downtime is a great chance to call your representatives and political candidates vying for their position, even if it’s just to introduce yourself and your priorities. Mark the new Georgia Primary Election voting day for MAY 19, 2020. If you need help getting to the polls in May, try https://carpoolvote.com/.

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Listen to Lowe’s family story and how she’s played a dominant part in making change for Georgia’s cannabis laws. The fight is far from over. Tune in at CLATL.com/FiHP

__Film and Tube Time__

Here’s what I’m watching during an international crisis. If I ain’t learning something or solving a murder, I’m likely not streaming it. Naturally, I watch ''Outbreak'' the day we hit a pandemic state in the U.S., to learn what not to do. Kevin Spacey gives off a particularly great creep vibe, per usual.

Upbeat and super motivational Hulu original programming “Making It” is just good for the whole fam jam fun. Nick Offerman and Amy Poehler, of Parks and Rec, bring notes of the warm and fuzzies as hosts of this craft challenge for the masters. In only a few hours, these makers create a mailbox that shreds bills, a dog house with edible wallpaper, and a photobooth that can fly — all with more puns than my little heart can love.

A&E’s docuseries “The Many Faces of Jane” follows 28-year-old Jane Hart in her daily life as a mother of two young children and to her thrice-weekly intensive therapy sessions for dissociative personality disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder). Hart’s personalities are each derived from a different age in her life when trauma and abuse occurred. I know you have a million questions, and I am not a doctor, yet, so just go watch it. I streamed on Hulu.

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Other TV listings include ''Kamp Kenan'' for reptile curiosities; ''Yarn TV'', a crochet channel; and, not a series, but yes a channel dedicated to making your own soap (''DIY Soapmaking''). All streaming on Roku, and probably elsewhere.

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The internet has never felt more useful than to keep up with a mega-virus, absorb YouTube content, and telecommunicate with those I cannot currently touch. Like any modern millennial, my cures for anxiety include  memes, DIY home- and self-improvement, carbonated water, and marijuana. And although my dream of retiring to open a cuddle camp has been postponed — truthfully she wasn’t even close — we still have Amazon.com to bring activity tools.

Life threw The Move lemons, so we’re going to scour Pinterest for hours looking for the best damn lemonade recipe, and maybe, possibly consider making it, ya know, btw memes. I hope you feel inspired after reading how I spend my personal wi-fi bill. Post COVID-19, it’s quite likely The Move may include an event of interest to the new you! Stay sanitary, neighbors!

DIY: Sex Pots

If you keep up with The Move, you know she is plant-obsessed! Here’s a makeover for those basic planters your last neighbor left behind. Easy, customizable sex pot created by you! Copy and paste are not just keys on your computer. Using Creative Loafing print ads, cut, place, and paste on pottery or furniture of choice, then Modge Podge over them for instant art, aka decoupage. I splattered and sprayed some paint and glitter for accents. To keep with the “sex pot” theme, use the adult ads in the back of this newspaper.** Or try six-time Golden Globe actor Laura Dern’s face for a “Dern fern” piece, pictured.

DIY: Perfect Another Language

Travel plans canceled? Naw. You just got more time to practice your language skills. Personally, I’ll be re-learning Russian to make up for my lack of studying in St. Petersburg many white nights ago.

Between YouTube, smartphone apps, and streaming channels GALORE, you could come out of COVID-19 speaking sign language! My Roku streaming stick, just like your Chrome Fire stick or Apple TV, offers entire channels dedicated to a single language. How about ordering that lengua taco in the bull’s native tongue by the time you scarf down your next Mexican meal in public?

Stay home and Make a Bolo Tie


I made a bolo tie, once I realized a good bolo tie is tough to find outside of the Southwest and can be limited in design. Fun Fact! A bolo tie is the official state neckwear of New Mexico. (My findings for Georgia’s official neckwear, inconclusive.)

A good bolo tie is rugged yet refined, and pretty easy to make. Don’t take my advice, take YouTube’s! Google “How to make a bolo tie” for a swarm of quick and easy ways to create the base of your bolo, but let your designs sprawl outside the box if it feels right. Add a favorite patch or some pom-poms vs a turquoise gem.

Just think, nearly 100 years ago, a Native-American with a silver-clasped bandana gave a cowboy silversmith the idea for adding his leather hat string, then calling it a bolo tie. A practical thought, turned fashion. Your incubation time could hatch great things for the runway, my friends.

How to Keep Music Alive During a Crisis


Keep streaming. Vinyl, CD, and cassette friends, come up to the airwaves and listen local, or subscribe to a music streaming service that pays the artists appropriately. Or buy the music outright. Yes, that’s still a thing! Don’t want to listen to music 24/7? Support your favorite small artists by playing their songs on repeat, even if you mute it. Plays pay bills.

Don’t Wait for a Sign, Make One

Are you a political activist or slacktivist? Take a listen to Hidden Brain wherever you listen to podcasts. Specifically, the episode titled, “Passion Isn’t Enough,” with political scientist Eitan Hersh. Hersh talks about the study of “political hobbyism” and how the US currently treats politics more like sports entertainment.

If you find yourself in the political slacktivist category, like most, it’s a great time to make a sign supporting your candidates for all the upcoming elections. Don’t wait until May or November. Take that sign out to the street, keeping over six feet away from passing humans, and hold it up high for your neighbors and traffic to see. I promise it’s way more invigorating than a one-click Facebook share.

This downtime is a great chance to call your representatives and political candidates vying for their position, even if it’s just to introduce yourself and your priorities. Mark the new Georgia Primary Election voting day for MAY 19, 2020. If you need help getting to the polls in May, try https://carpoolvote.com/.

Friends in High Places

Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it. Or listen wherever you get your podcasts. The latest episode interviews Corey Lowe, a former police officer who left the job to fight for her daughter’s right to medical marijuana in Georgia. Without this medication, her daughter, Victoria, suffers up to 100 seizures a day. With it, only one.

Listen to Lowe’s family story and how she’s played a dominant part in making change for Georgia’s cannabis laws. The fight is far from over. Tune in at CLATL.com/FiHP

Film and Tube Time

Here’s what I’m watching during an international crisis. If I ain’t learning something or solving a murder, I’m likely not streaming it. Naturally, I watch Outbreak the day we hit a pandemic state in the U.S., to learn what not to do. Kevin Spacey gives off a particularly great creep vibe, per usual.

Upbeat and super motivational Hulu original programming “Making It” is just good for the whole fam jam fun. Nick Offerman and Amy Poehler, of Parks and Rec, bring notes of the warm and fuzzies as hosts of this craft challenge for the masters. In only a few hours, these makers create a mailbox that shreds bills, a dog house with edible wallpaper, and a photobooth that can fly — all with more puns than my little heart can love.

A&E’s docuseries “The Many Faces of Jane” follows 28-year-old Jane Hart in her daily life as a mother of two young children and to her thrice-weekly intensive therapy sessions for dissociative personality disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder). Hart’s personalities are each derived from a different age in her life when trauma and abuse occurred. I know you have a million questions, and I am not a doctor, yet, so just go watch it. I streamed on Hulu.

Film of 2019 IMO, was GREENER GRASS. Comedy meets horror in timeless suburbia where everyone wears braces on straight teeth, and matching tertiary wardrobes, and golf carts glide nicely along with music from composer Samuel Nobles. Dawn Luebbe and Jocelyn DeBoer star and direct in a story of jealousy and murder in this irrational masterpiece with strong David Lynch vibes. Either you’ll get it, or you won’t. Either way, you’ll feel awkward.

Other TV listings include Kamp Kenan for reptile curiosities; Yarn TV, a crochet channel; and, not a series, but yes a channel dedicated to making your own soap (DIY Soapmaking). All streaming on Roku, and probably elsewhere.

*Totally unqualified advice for those bored in Atlanta during COVID-19.
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The Move is a column intended to help you beat the fight against basic, one move at a time. Look here for all the best underground events in ATL. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of disco AND yoga. Warning of side effects: Overdose of culture. Exposure to high levels of Queerdom. Bloated bank account from lack of overpriced ticket consumption. Absorb content at your own risk.

Come out and thaw out, my Spring Bithkitz! Hope you’re into nostalgia bc some of The Moves in March are inspired by it, with hints of TMI about my youth and sexuality. Nostalgia is a forever trend that I’m … 1,000 percent on board with! Sounds from my hometown hit the Westside, two nights of Blood Orange and evocative R&B vibes at Variety Playhouse, and the resurgence of a popular TV show has the host on a national comedy tour.

Also, two very real possibilities to get up-close, possibly personal, with Ilana Glazer and audio engineering 101 for less than 20 doll hairs. Buckle up! We’re making moves, y’all. Psst...Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about my podcast, "Friends in High Places"

SATURDAY MARCH 7 & SUNDAY MARCH 8

Genny Social hosted by Ilana Glazer — Ilana Glazer is in Atlanta, not once, but two nights back-to-back to promote voter turnout. First stop, Mammal Gallery for a “Genny Social.” Genny Socials were created by Generator Collective co-founders Ilana Glazer and Glennis Meagher. Basically, they want to throw a dance party at each tour stop to educate and spread the good word about how politics really work.

Y’all might remember Glazer from the hit Comedy Central show, Broad City, where she and co-star Abbi Jacobson took us on adventures through the minds of Millennials, and helped change the global word ‘yes’ to “yaaaassss queen.” Glazer realized her own definition of queer while working on the show, helping her live her true queerself post-Broad City. I’d like to thank Glazer for her service on the show. I related so much to Glazer’s character, I finally came out as a bi-sexual in my late 20s. For me, previous to Broad City, admitting to being bi in the South only attracted toxic, hetero cis males looking for gangbangs.

$18.79. 7 p.m.-midnight. Food Court, Mammal Gallery, 682 Murphy Ave. S.W., #3064. 678-744-7095. [[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[http://mammalgallery.com|mammalgallery.com

Can’t make the Genny Social? Glazer is also performing her latest stand-up, “Horny 4 Tha Polls,” at the Tabernacle, Sunday, March 8. BE. THERE.

$35-$49+, 7:30 p.m. Tabernacle, 152 Luckie St. N.W. 404-659-9022. www.tabernacleatl.com

MONDAY MARCH 9 & TUESDAY MARCH 10

Blood Orange at Variety Playhouse — Dare I say Blood Orange gives me hints of Prince?! Reminiscent of R&B with experimental twists, is what makes up English singer, songwriter, record producer, and director Devonté Hynes, aka Blood Orange. The songs are chill, touch on old-school emotions, with graceful videos to go along. Fans of Flying Lotus and Tyler, The Creator need to see Swan House Presents: Blood Orange at Variety Playhouse, including the opener, Columbian-Canadian singer Tei Shi.

Blood Orange comes with talent and street cred from working with artists like Solange Knowles, A$AP Rocky, Florence and the Machine, Kylie Minogue, Blondie, and Mariah Carey. Hidden gem alert! Zero Mile Presents is giving away a pair of tickets to Tuesday night’s show. First person to DM Creative Loafing’s Instagram mentioning this giveaway gets the tix! @creativeloafingatlanta

$34.50-$55. All ages. 7 p.m. Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. N.E. 404-524-7354. variety-playhouse.com

WEDNESDAY MARCH 11

Grrrl Justice: A Film Screening & Discussion! — Feed your brain with a movie night at Bakie! Southern Fried Queer Pride brings “Grrrl Justice,” for Cinequeer Movie Night. The experimental narrative short explores the rising rates of girls and queer youth of color in the juvenile justice system, applying the lenses of gender and sexuality.

The film’s creator, Shontina Vernon, will be at the event for a discussion of the film and its themes. Vernon is an accomplished grassroots artist in film, theatre, and music, with a passion for educating.

Free. All ages. 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. thebakeryatlanta.com

THURSDAY MARCH 12

Lunch and Learn: Discovering the BeltLine’s Native Plants — Attention, PHYTOMANIANS! Urban Forestry director at Trees Atlanta, Brian Williams, wants to teach us about green leafy thangz. Dive into the BeltLine’s past, and bring to light the importance of planting native for urban wildlife and pollinators. Psst: Every time I hear “pollinators,” my inner, dirty hippie blossoms a bit. Bc snax are important, this is a B-Y-O-lunch sitch.

If you’ve found yourself more into plants these days, or even a full-fledged phytomanian, welcome to the tribe. The sale of houseplants tripled over the last four years. I blame Pinterroist — I mean Pinterest! As a freshly minted plant mother, I’ve involuntarily mxnslaughtered many succulents and learned to enjoy phyllomania (Google it!). My fav is the purple waffle plant, even tho I sent mine to the compost after a week in an ICU sunlamp station. Side note! Did you know there are 15 types of fruit trees currently residing in East Atlanta Village? If that tickles your dandelions, give “Concrete Jungle in Atlanta” a Google. And please consider making a donation to Trees Atlanta.

Free. Noon-1 p.m. Trees Atlanta Kendeda Center, 225 Chester Ave. S.E. 404-522-4097. treesatlanta.org

FRIDAY MARCH 13

Videodrome and Plaza Present an Evening with Deadly Prey Gallery — Deadly Prey Gallery is completely devoted to hand-painted posters by Ghanaian artists of popular American movies. Many of the artists had never seen said movies, and worked from just a plot summary or, more rarely, a VHS sleeve. A collaboration between Videodrome Atlanta and Deadly Prey Gallery in Chicago brings the show to Plaza Atlanta. Artists will include Heavy J, Salvation, Farkira, Mr. Nana, Stoger, Leonardo, Mr. Brew, Papa Warsti, Classic Arts, Adomako, Wise Arts, and Sly Fox Video Club. Most of the posters at this show will be for sale.

Deadly Prey Gallery founder Brian Chankin will also present one of his favorite films (and the gallery’s namesake), David A. Prior’s 1987 ultra-low budget Rambo knockoff,  Deadly Prey. Chankin will be on hand for a Q&A before the film to discuss the gallery’s background and mission.

Why is this The Move? Before one could drive, she’d get calls from the Blockbuster around the corner letting her know there was a new stash of posters being tossed out to accommodate new releases. With big dreams, nowhere near Hollywood, she would romance these posters into her imagination, as she was destined for the stage. She later developed stage fright, retiring at 16. Buy a piece of film and art for your kid, with a reminder that fear isn’t real.

Free-$15 (for Q&A and film). 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Plaza Atlanta, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. 470-410-1939. Facebook event page

SATURDAY MARCH 14

Artist Skillshare Series: Live Sound Engineering 101 — Ever wonder what the guys wearing biscuits sitting FOH are doing at shows? They could be audio engineers! What’s an audio engineer?! Oh my! … I have no idea. OK, I have some idea, but not nearly as much as the Bakery’s in-house audio engineer, Daniel DeSimone.

Mix it up with DeSimone’s workshop at The Bakery Atlanta. Listen and learn the basics: names and uses of mics and cabling, types of speakers, anatomy of a PA, and mixing boards. Plus, if you aren’t getting an education at The Bakery, are you even living these days?

Suggested donation $5-20. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. thebakeryatlanta.com

THURSDAY MARCH 19

Am Taylor Release w/ Special Cameo Appearance by Jayne County Am Taylor’s latest project was created during a self-imposed hiatus, but she’s not alone at her next show. “I’ve been reborn many times in my life, and I’ve gone through a lot of really hardcore stuff. I’ve been through tragedies, and I’ve had to fight every day. At one point I almost died, and that’s part of my journey,” says the Atlanta-based singer-guitarist. Rising from the ashes, the transgender guitarist brings talented musicians together to perform, including Georgia’s own punk LGBTQ+ legend, Jayne County!

“I can hum a tune to her, and she can pick it out with a guitar in just seconds, she’s got this incredible knack.” — Jayne County, quoted in Please Kill Me, on working with Am Taylor.

County, 73, who happens to be from Dallas, Georgia, was rock’s first openly transgender singer. In the 1970s, County left Georgia and started Wayne County and The Electric Chairs. Producing controversial, campy hits like “(If You Don’t Wanna Fuck Me, Baby, Then) Fuck Off,” County was an early progenitor of New York’s punk rock scene, influencing the Ramones, Patti Smith, Pete Burns, and Lou Reed, and in the early ’70s, signed to MainMan, David Bowie’s management firm. County was a muse to Andy Warhol; a regular at the Stonewall Inn, participating in the 1969 riots; and ever-present at CBGB in its heyday.

$10-12. 8-12 p.m. The Earl, 488 Flat Shoals Ave. S.E. 404-522-3950. badearl.com

SATURDAY MARCH 21

Cash Cab’s Ben Bailey Live In Concert — Want to see what the six-time Daytime Emmy Award-winning “Cash Cab”’s Ben Bailey does when he’s not living in a lit taxi stocked with trivia secrets? He’s telling jokes! On a stage! Touring around the U.S., most specifically this month in Atlanta at Center Stage in Midtown.

Test the temp on your comedy radar by streaming Road Rage and Accidental Ornithology on Netflix, Bailey’s most recent comedy special. Earth to you. Yes, you. Are you still reading? Pay attention to Creative Loafing’s socials this month bc word on the street is Bailey might pop up with free tix for readers of The Move (kissy winky emoji).

$25-$40. 7:30 p.m. Center Stage, 1374 W. Peachtree St. N.W. 404-885-1365. centerstage-atlanta.com

SUNDAY MARCH 22

Period Packing Party! — Lend a hand with Dykes on Bikes and Sadie Hawkins at Metropolitan Studios in East Atlanta Village. How? By putting together period packs for those hemorrhaging in need, bc Aunt Flo doesn’t care about socioeconomics. Join the period-pack assembly line to pack tampons, pads, and wipes for shelters, those in need on the streets, and young people in schools. Bonus: It’s a great chance to check out Metropolitan Studios for creative courses. And … hmm, how do I explain Dykes on Bikes ... they are … dykes ... on bikes for a cause! More specifically, dykes on motorcycles … so don’t expect to join with your fixie.

Volunteer. 1-3 p.m. Metropolitan Studios, 1259 Metropolitan Ave. S.E. 404-219-2003.  Facebook event page

SATURDAY MARCH 28

Susto at Terminal West — “Susto” means “an intense fear understood as a condition of the soul,” a nod to some of the Cuban roots behind this project by Jason Osborne, who comes from near my hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. Yes, I can hear it in the music.

If we went back to the turn of the millennium, you’d catch friends & co. skipping school at Folly Beach blasting a lot of Fuel, Counting Crows, Dave Matthews Band, with hints of new-traditional country along The Washout, a popular surf spot. At a time when surfers headed to Publix for chewing tobacco and concert tickets, Charleston’s now extinct “96 Wave Fest” would have proudly welcomed Susto, and I would’ve surfed the crowd.

Osborne’s music is reminiscent of, but not trapped in, an alt-pop-country-rock state like much of the greater Charleston-area airwaves still today. It’s almost impossible to genre-fy the flavors. Osborne gives credit all over the map, literally, from time spent in Havana to traveling around the globe. He encourages fans to have mobility: “Don’t settle for where you start.” Having spent part of my youth in Summerville, that line resonates. Look for my interview with Osborne on CL’s Instagram post-show, frans!

$18. 9 p.m. Terminal West, 887 W. Marietta St. N.W. 404-876-5566. terminalwestatl.com

 

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SUNDAY MARCH 29

Queer Artist Market Spring Kickoff Social — Why? Because queer means inclusive, and there’s likely something for everyone at this market affair. Shed that ashy, dry winter coat while browsing in the outdoor lot at the cutely outfitted Georgia Beer Garden.

Do not blink and miss vendors like Streetcat.media who taught me how to build, glue and program an LED cloud!! Hells Belles will bring the vintage, WiredByP offers unique handmade jewelry, Neon Horror’s got the queer pop merch, and Kat Gomez, a recipient of the Barb Seegert Lesbian Art Grant, will sell her amazing krisply burned-wood art.

Free. All ages. Noon-4 p.m. Georgia Beer Garden, 420 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-458-5690. Facebook event page

TUESDAY MARCH 31

Planetary Sound Immersion — A sound immersion that uses comfy recliners instead of the floor? I thought they’d never ask! This bath of sound comes with options to add to the visual journey through space by keeping those lids open, or rest them with a gifted eye mask, while sonic chefs create deliciously calming tones with pretty, decorative bowls and gongs and things you never knew the purpose of in those Lil’ 5 Points shops.

Pro Tips for Noobs:  Don’t be late to sound baths! You’ll kill it for the other ears, and likely catch a lot of side-eye, even if it’s under a mask. Get out and support Fernbank. More science in schools, less algebra. #notsponsored

$45. 5:45 p.m.-8 p.m. Jim Cherry Memorial Planetarium at Fernbank Science Center, 156 Heaton Park Drive. 678-874-7102. Click here for ticket information"
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The Move is a column intended to help you beat the fight against basic, one move at a time. Look here for all the best underground events in ATL. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of disco AND yoga. Warning of side effects: Overdose of culture. Exposure to high levels of Queerdom. Bloated bank account from lack of overpriced ticket consumption. Absorb content at your own risk.

Come out and thaw out, my Spring Bithkitz! Hope you’re into nostalgia bc some of The Moves in March are inspired by it, with hints of TMI about my youth and sexuality. Nostalgia is a forever trend that I’m … 1,000 percent on board with! Sounds from my hometown hit the Westside, two nights of Blood Orange and evocative R&B vibes at Variety Playhouse, and the resurgence of a popular TV show has the host on a national comedy tour.

Also, two very real possibilities to get up-close, possibly personal, with Ilana Glazer and audio engineering 101 for less than 20 doll hairs. Buckle up! We’re making moves, y’all. ''Psst...Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about my podcast, "[https://creativeloafing.com/FiHP|Friends in High Places]"''

__SATURDAY MARCH 7 & SUNDAY MARCH 8__

__Genny Social hosted by Ilana Glazer__ — Ilana Glazer is in Atlanta, not once, but two nights back-to-back to promote voter turnout. First stop, [http://www.mammalgallery.com/|Mammal Gallery] for a “Genny Social.” Genny Socials were created by Generator Collective co-founders [https://www.instagram.com/ilana/|Ilana Glazer] and Glennis Meagher. Basically, they want to throw a dance party at each tour stop to educate and spread the good word about how politics really work.

Y’all might remember Glazer from the hit Comedy Central show, ''Broad City'', where she and co-star Abbi Jacobson took us on adventures through the minds of Millennials, and helped change the global word ‘yes’ to “yaaaassss queen.” Glazer realized her own definition of queer while working on the show, helping her live her true queerself post-''Broad City''. I’d like to thank Glazer for her service on the show. I related so much to Glazer’s character, I finally came out as a bi-sexual in my late 20s. For me, previous to ''Broad City'', admitting to being bi in the South only attracted toxic, hetero cis males looking for gangbangs.

''$18.79. 7 p.m.-midnight. Food Court, Mammal Gallery, 682 Murphy Ave. S.W., #3064. 678-744-7095. [[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[http://mammalgallery.com|mammalgallery.com''

Can’t make the Genny Social? Glazer is also performing her latest stand-up, “[https://www.tabernacleatl.com/|Horny 4 Tha Polls],” at the Tabernacle, Sunday, March 8. BE. THERE.

''$35-$49+, 7:30 p.m. Tabernacle, 152 Luckie St. N.W. 404-659-9022. [http://www.tabernacleatl.com|www.tabernacleatl.com]''

__MONDAY MARCH 9 & TUESDAY MARCH 10__

__[https://www.instagram.com/devhynes/|Blood Orange] at [http://variety-playhouse.com/|Variety Playhouse]__ — Dare I say Blood Orange gives me hints of Prince?! Reminiscent of R&B with experimental twists, is what makes up English singer, songwriter, record producer, and director Devonté Hynes, aka Blood Orange. The songs are chill, touch on old-school emotions, with graceful videos to go along. Fans of Flying Lotus and Tyler, The Creator need to see Swan House Presents: Blood Orange at Variety Playhouse, including the opener, Columbian-Canadian singer Tei Shi.

Blood Orange comes with talent and street cred from working with artists like Solange Knowles, A$AP Rocky, Florence and the Machine, Kylie Minogue, Blondie, and Mariah Carey. Hidden gem alert! [https://zeromile.com/|Zero Mile] Presents is giving away a pair of tickets to Tuesday night’s show. First person to DM ''Creative Loafing''’s Instagram mentioning this giveaway gets the tix! @creativeloafingatlanta

''$34.50-$55. All ages. 7 p.m. Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. N.E. 404-524-7354. [http://variety-playhouse.com|variety-playhouse.com]''

__WEDNESDAY MARCH 11__

__Grrrl Justice: A Film Screening & Discussion!__ — Feed your brain with a movie night at Bakie! Southern Fried Queer Pride brings “Grrrl Justice,” for Cinequeer Movie Night. The experimental narrative short explores the rising rates of girls and queer youth of color in the juvenile justice system, applying the lenses of gender and sexuality.

The film’s creator, Shontina Vernon, will be at the event for a discussion of the film and its themes. Vernon is an accomplished grassroots artist in film, theatre, and music, with a passion for educating.

''Free. All ages. 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. [http://thebakeryatlanta.com|thebakeryatlanta.com]''

__THURSDAY MARCH 12__

__Lunch and Learn: Discovering the BeltLine’s Native Plants__ — Attention, PHYTOMANIANS! Urban Forestry director at Trees Atlanta, Brian Williams, wants to teach us about green leafy thangz. Dive into the BeltLine’s past, and bring to light the importance of planting native for urban wildlife and pollinators. Psst: Every time I hear “pollinators,” my inner, dirty hippie blossoms a bit. Bc snax are important, this is a B-Y-O-lunch sitch.

If you’ve found yourself more into plants these days, or even a full-fledged ''phytomanian'', welcome to the tribe. The sale of houseplants tripled over the last four years. I blame Pinterroist — I mean Pinterest! As a freshly minted plant mother, I’ve involuntarily mxnslaughtered many succulents and learned to enjoy phyllomania ''(Google it!).'' My fav is the purple waffle plant, even tho I sent mine to the compost after a week in an ICU sunlamp station. Side note! Did you know there are 15 types of fruit trees currently residing in East Atlanta Village? If that tickles your dandelions, give “Concrete Jungle in Atlanta” a Google. And please consider making a donation to Trees Atlanta.

''Free. Noon-1 p.m. Trees Atlanta Kendeda Center, 225 Chester Ave. S.E. 404-522-4097. [http://treesatlanta.org|treesatlanta.org]''

__FRIDAY MARCH 13__

__Videodrome and Plaza Present an Evening with Deadly Prey Gallery__ — Deadly Prey Gallery is completely devoted to hand-painted posters by Ghanaian artists of popular American movies. Many of the artists had never seen said movies, and worked from just a plot summary or, more rarely, a VHS sleeve. A collaboration between Videodrome Atlanta and Deadly Prey Gallery in Chicago brings the show to Plaza Atlanta. Artists will include Heavy J, Salvation, Farkira, Mr. Nana, Stoger, Leonardo, Mr. Brew, Papa Warsti, Classic Arts, Adomako, Wise Arts, and Sly Fox Video Club. Most of the posters at this show will be for sale.

Deadly Prey Gallery founder Brian Chankin will also present one of his favorite films (and the gallery’s namesake), David A. Prior’s 1987 ultra-low budget Rambo knockoff,  ''Deadly Prey''. Chankin will be on hand for a Q&A before the film to discuss the gallery’s background and mission.

Why is this The Move? Before one could drive, she’d get calls from the Blockbuster around the corner letting her know there was a new stash of posters being tossed out to accommodate new releases. With big dreams, nowhere near Hollywood, she would romance these posters into her imagination, as she was destined for the stage. She later developed stage fright, retiring at 16. Buy a piece of film and art for your kid, with a reminder that fear isn’t real.

''Free-$15 (for Q&A and film). 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Plaza Atlanta, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. 470-410-1939. [https://www.facebook.com/events/plaza-atlanta/videodrome-and-plaza-present-an-evening-with-deadly-prey-gallery/182544189513244/|Facebook event page]''

__SATURDAY MARCH 14__

__Artist Skillshare Series: Live Sound Engineering 101__ — Ever wonder what the guys wearing biscuits sitting FOH are doing at shows? They could be audio engineers! ''What’s an audio engineer?! Oh my!'' … I have no idea. OK, I have some idea, but not nearly as much as the Bakery’s in-house audio engineer, Daniel DeSimone.

Mix it up with DeSimone’s workshop at The Bakery Atlanta. Listen and learn the basics: names and uses of mics and cabling, types of speakers, anatomy of a PA, and mixing boards. Plus, if you aren’t getting an education at The Bakery, are you even living these days?

''Suggested donation $5-20. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. [http://thebakeryatlanta.com|thebakeryatlanta.com]''

__THURSDAY MARCH 19__

__Am Taylor Release w/ Special Cameo Appearance by Jayne County__ Am Taylor’s latest project was created during a self-imposed hiatus, but she’s not alone at her next show. “I’ve been reborn many times in my life, and I’ve gone through a lot of really hardcore stuff. I’ve been through tragedies, and I’ve had to fight every day. At one point I almost died, and that’s part of my journey,” says the Atlanta-based singer-guitarist. Rising from the ashes, the transgender guitarist brings talented musicians together to perform, including Georgia’s own punk LGBTQ+ legend, Jayne County!

“I can hum a tune to her, and she can pick it out with a guitar in just seconds, she’s got this incredible knack.” — Jayne County, quoted in ''Please Kill Me'', on working with Am Taylor.

County, 73, who happens to be from Dallas, Georgia, was rock’s first openly transgender singer. In the 1970s, County left Georgia and started Wayne County and The Electric Chairs. Producing controversial, campy hits like “(If You Don’t Wanna Fuck Me, Baby, Then) Fuck Off,” County was an early progenitor of New York’s punk rock scene, influencing the Ramones, Patti Smith, Pete Burns, and Lou Reed, and in the early ’70s, signed to MainMan, David Bowie’s management firm. County was a muse to Andy Warhol; a regular at the Stonewall Inn, participating in the 1969 riots; and ever-present at CBGB in its heyday.

''$10-12. 8-12 p.m. The Earl, 488 Flat Shoals Ave. S.E. 404-522-3950. [http://badearl.com|badearl.com]''

__SATURDAY MARCH 21__

__Cash Cab’s Ben Bailey Live In Concert__ — Want to see what the six-time Daytime Emmy Award-winning “Cash Cab”’s Ben Bailey does when he’s not living in a lit taxi stocked with trivia secrets? He’s telling jokes! On a stage! Touring around the U.S., most specifically this month in Atlanta at Center Stage in Midtown.

Test the temp on your comedy radar by streaming ''Road Rage and Accidental Ornithology'' on Netflix, Bailey’s most recent comedy special. Earth to you. Yes, you. Are you still reading? Pay attention to ''Creative Loafing''’s socials this month bc word on the street is Bailey might pop up with free tix for readers of The Move (''kissy winky emoji'').

''$25-$40. 7:30 p.m. Center Stage, 1374 W. Peachtree St. N.W. 404-885-1365. [http://centerstage-atlanta.com/|centerstage-atlanta.com]''

__SUNDAY MARCH 22__

__Period Packing Party!__ — Lend a hand with Dykes on Bikes and Sadie Hawkins at Metropolitan Studios in East Atlanta Village. How? By putting together period packs for those hemorrhaging in need, bc Aunt Flo doesn’t care about socioeconomics. Join the period-pack assembly line to pack tampons, pads, and wipes for shelters, those in need on the streets, and young people in schools. Bonus: It’s a great chance to check out Metropolitan Studios for creative courses. And … hmm, how do I explain Dykes on Bikes ... they are … dykes ... on bikes for a cause! More specifically, dykes on motorcycles … so don’t expect to join with your fixie.

''Volunteer. 1-3 p.m. Metropolitan Studios, 1259 Metropolitan Ave. S.E. 404-219-2003. [https://www.facebook.com/events/metropolitan-studios/period-packing-party/196926288020522/| Facebook event page]''

__SATURDAY MARCH 28__

__Susto at Terminal West__ — “Susto” means “an intense fear understood as a condition of the soul,” a nod to some of the Cuban roots behind this project by Jason Osborne, who comes from near my hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. Yes, I can hear it in the music.

If we went back to the turn of the millennium, you’d catch friends & co. skipping school at Folly Beach blasting a lot of Fuel, Counting Crows, Dave Matthews Band, with hints of new-traditional country along The Washout, a popular surf spot. At a time when surfers headed to Publix for chewing tobacco and concert tickets, Charleston’s now extinct “96 Wave Fest” would have proudly welcomed Susto, and I would’ve surfed the crowd.

Osborne’s music is reminiscent of, but not trapped in, an alt-pop-country-rock state like much of the greater Charleston-area airwaves still today. It’s almost impossible to genre-fy the flavors. Osborne gives credit all over the map, literally, from time spent in Havana to traveling around the globe. He encourages fans to have mobility: “Don’t settle for where you start.” Having spent part of my youth in Summerville, that line resonates. Look for my interview with Osborne on ''CL''’s Instagram post-show, frans!

''$18. 9 p.m. Terminal West, 887 W. Marietta St. N.W. 404-876-5566. [http://terminalwestatl.com|terminalwestatl.com]''

 

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__SUNDAY MARCH 29__

__Queer Artist Market Spring Kickoff Social__ — Why? Because queer means inclusive, and there’s likely something for everyone at this market affair. Shed that ashy, dry winter coat while browsing in the outdoor lot at the cutely outfitted Georgia Beer Garden.

Do not blink and miss vendors like Streetcat.media who taught me how to build, glue and program an LED cloud!! Hells Belles will bring the vintage, WiredByP offers unique handmade jewelry, Neon Horror’s got the queer pop merch, and Kat Gomez, a recipient of the Barb Seegert Lesbian Art Grant, will sell her amazing krisply burned-wood art.

''Free. All ages. Noon-4 p.m. Georgia Beer Garden, 420 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-458-5690. [https://z-m-www.facebook.com/events/882022895596268/|Facebook event page]''

__TUESDAY MARCH 31__

__Planetary Sound Immersion__ — A sound immersion that uses comfy recliners instead of the floor? I thought they’d never ask! This bath of sound comes with options to add to the visual journey through space by keeping those lids open, or rest them with a gifted eye mask, while sonic chefs create deliciously calming tones with pretty, decorative bowls and gongs and things you never knew the purpose of in those Lil’ 5 Points shops.

Pro Tips for Noobs:  Don’t be late to sound baths! You’ll kill it for the other ears, and likely catch a lot of side-eye, even if it’s under a mask. Get out and support Fernbank. More science in schools, less algebra. #notsponsored

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  string(14679) " Ilana Glazer 8  2020-03-02T17:31:47+00:00 Ilana-Glazer-8.jpg     themove Hey, y’all! What’s the move? Ilana Glazer 8   2020-03-02T16:29:56+00:00  THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - March 2020 jim.harris Jim Harris Ema Carr ema.carr (Ema Carr) 2020-03-02T16:29:56+00:00 As this was posted prior to concerns regarding the global coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, please check to see if these events are still occurring. Be safe. Be healthy. Wash your hands.

The Move is a column intended to help you beat the fight against basic, one move at a time. Look here for all the best underground events in ATL. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of disco AND yoga. Warning of side effects: Overdose of culture. Exposure to high levels of Queerdom. Bloated bank account from lack of overpriced ticket consumption. Absorb content at your own risk.

Come out and thaw out, my Spring Bithkitz! Hope you’re into nostalgia bc some of The Moves in March are inspired by it, with hints of TMI about my youth and sexuality. Nostalgia is a forever trend that I’m … 1,000 percent on board with! Sounds from my hometown hit the Westside, two nights of Blood Orange and evocative R&B vibes at Variety Playhouse, and the resurgence of a popular TV show has the host on a national comedy tour.

Also, two very real possibilities to get up-close, possibly personal, with Ilana Glazer and audio engineering 101 for less than 20 doll hairs. Buckle up! We’re making moves, y’all. Psst...Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about my podcast, "Friends in High Places"

SATURDAY MARCH 7 & SUNDAY MARCH 8

Genny Social hosted by Ilana Glazer — Ilana Glazer is in Atlanta, not once, but two nights back-to-back to promote voter turnout. First stop, Mammal Gallery for a “Genny Social.” Genny Socials were created by Generator Collective co-founders Ilana Glazer and Glennis Meagher. Basically, they want to throw a dance party at each tour stop to educate and spread the good word about how politics really work.

Y’all might remember Glazer from the hit Comedy Central show, Broad City, where she and co-star Abbi Jacobson took us on adventures through the minds of Millennials, and helped change the global word ‘yes’ to “yaaaassss queen.” Glazer realized her own definition of queer while working on the show, helping her live her true queerself post-Broad City. I’d like to thank Glazer for her service on the show. I related so much to Glazer’s character, I finally came out as a bi-sexual in my late 20s. For me, previous to Broad City, admitting to being bi in the South only attracted toxic, hetero cis males looking for gangbangs.

$18.79. 7 p.m.-midnight. Food Court, Mammal Gallery, 682 Murphy Ave. S.W., #3064. 678-744-7095. [[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[http://mammalgallery.com|mammalgallery.com

Can’t make the Genny Social? Glazer is also performing her latest stand-up, “Horny 4 Tha Polls,” at the Tabernacle, Sunday, March 8. BE. THERE.

$35-$49+, 7:30 p.m. Tabernacle, 152 Luckie St. N.W. 404-659-9022. www.tabernacleatl.com

MONDAY MARCH 9 & TUESDAY MARCH 10

Blood Orange at Variety Playhouse — Dare I say Blood Orange gives me hints of Prince?! Reminiscent of R&B with experimental twists, is what makes up English singer, songwriter, record producer, and director Devonté Hynes, aka Blood Orange. The songs are chill, touch on old-school emotions, with graceful videos to go along. Fans of Flying Lotus and Tyler, The Creator need to see Swan House Presents: Blood Orange at Variety Playhouse, including the opener, Columbian-Canadian singer Tei Shi.

Blood Orange comes with talent and street cred from working with artists like Solange Knowles, A$AP Rocky, Florence and the Machine, Kylie Minogue, Blondie, and Mariah Carey. Hidden gem alert! Zero Mile Presents is giving away a pair of tickets to Tuesday night’s show. First person to DM Creative Loafing’s Instagram mentioning this giveaway gets the tix! @creativeloafingatlanta

$34.50-$55. All ages. 7 p.m. Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave. N.E. 404-524-7354. variety-playhouse.com

WEDNESDAY MARCH 11

Grrrl Justice: A Film Screening & Discussion! — Feed your brain with a movie night at Bakie! Southern Fried Queer Pride brings “Grrrl Justice,” for Cinequeer Movie Night. The experimental narrative short explores the rising rates of girls and queer youth of color in the juvenile justice system, applying the lenses of gender and sexuality.

The film’s creator, Shontina Vernon, will be at the event for a discussion of the film and its themes. Vernon is an accomplished grassroots artist in film, theatre, and music, with a passion for educating.

Free. All ages. 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. thebakeryatlanta.com

THURSDAY MARCH 12

Lunch and Learn: Discovering the BeltLine’s Native Plants — Attention, PHYTOMANIANS! Urban Forestry director at Trees Atlanta, Brian Williams, wants to teach us about green leafy thangz. Dive into the BeltLine’s past, and bring to light the importance of planting native for urban wildlife and pollinators. Psst: Every time I hear “pollinators,” my inner, dirty hippie blossoms a bit. Bc snax are important, this is a B-Y-O-lunch sitch.

If you’ve found yourself more into plants these days, or even a full-fledged phytomanian, welcome to the tribe. The sale of houseplants tripled over the last four years. I blame Pinterroist — I mean Pinterest! As a freshly minted plant mother, I’ve involuntarily mxnslaughtered many succulents and learned to enjoy phyllomania (Google it!). My fav is the purple waffle plant, even tho I sent mine to the compost after a week in an ICU sunlamp station. Side note! Did you know there are 15 types of fruit trees currently residing in East Atlanta Village? If that tickles your dandelions, give “Concrete Jungle in Atlanta” a Google. And please consider making a donation to Trees Atlanta.

Free. Noon-1 p.m. Trees Atlanta Kendeda Center, 225 Chester Ave. S.E. 404-522-4097. treesatlanta.org

FRIDAY MARCH 13

Videodrome and Plaza Present an Evening with Deadly Prey Gallery — Deadly Prey Gallery is completely devoted to hand-painted posters by Ghanaian artists of popular American movies. Many of the artists had never seen said movies, and worked from just a plot summary or, more rarely, a VHS sleeve. A collaboration between Videodrome Atlanta and Deadly Prey Gallery in Chicago brings the show to Plaza Atlanta. Artists will include Heavy J, Salvation, Farkira, Mr. Nana, Stoger, Leonardo, Mr. Brew, Papa Warsti, Classic Arts, Adomako, Wise Arts, and Sly Fox Video Club. Most of the posters at this show will be for sale.

Deadly Prey Gallery founder Brian Chankin will also present one of his favorite films (and the gallery’s namesake), David A. Prior’s 1987 ultra-low budget Rambo knockoff,  Deadly Prey. Chankin will be on hand for a Q&A before the film to discuss the gallery’s background and mission.

Why is this The Move? Before one could drive, she’d get calls from the Blockbuster around the corner letting her know there was a new stash of posters being tossed out to accommodate new releases. With big dreams, nowhere near Hollywood, she would romance these posters into her imagination, as she was destined for the stage. She later developed stage fright, retiring at 16. Buy a piece of film and art for your kid, with a reminder that fear isn’t real.

Free-$15 (for Q&A and film). 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Plaza Atlanta, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. 470-410-1939. Facebook event page

SATURDAY MARCH 14

Artist Skillshare Series: Live Sound Engineering 101 — Ever wonder what the guys wearing biscuits sitting FOH are doing at shows? They could be audio engineers! What’s an audio engineer?! Oh my! … I have no idea. OK, I have some idea, but not nearly as much as the Bakery’s in-house audio engineer, Daniel DeSimone.

Mix it up with DeSimone’s workshop at The Bakery Atlanta. Listen and learn the basics: names and uses of mics and cabling, types of speakers, anatomy of a PA, and mixing boards. Plus, if you aren’t getting an education at The Bakery, are you even living these days?

Suggested donation $5-20. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. thebakeryatlanta.com

THURSDAY MARCH 19

Am Taylor Release w/ Special Cameo Appearance by Jayne County Am Taylor’s latest project was created during a self-imposed hiatus, but she’s not alone at her next show. “I’ve been reborn many times in my life, and I’ve gone through a lot of really hardcore stuff. I’ve been through tragedies, and I’ve had to fight every day. At one point I almost died, and that’s part of my journey,” says the Atlanta-based singer-guitarist. Rising from the ashes, the transgender guitarist brings talented musicians together to perform, including Georgia’s own punk LGBTQ+ legend, Jayne County!

“I can hum a tune to her, and she can pick it out with a guitar in just seconds, she’s got this incredible knack.” — Jayne County, quoted in Please Kill Me, on working with Am Taylor.

County, 73, who happens to be from Dallas, Georgia, was rock’s first openly transgender singer. In the 1970s, County left Georgia and started Wayne County and The Electric Chairs. Producing controversial, campy hits like “(If You Don’t Wanna Fuck Me, Baby, Then) Fuck Off,” County was an early progenitor of New York’s punk rock scene, influencing the Ramones, Patti Smith, Pete Burns, and Lou Reed, and in the early ’70s, signed to MainMan, David Bowie’s management firm. County was a muse to Andy Warhol; a regular at the Stonewall Inn, participating in the 1969 riots; and ever-present at CBGB in its heyday.

$10-12. 8-12 p.m. The Earl, 488 Flat Shoals Ave. S.E. 404-522-3950. badearl.com

SATURDAY MARCH 21

Cash Cab’s Ben Bailey Live In Concert — Want to see what the six-time Daytime Emmy Award-winning “Cash Cab”’s Ben Bailey does when he’s not living in a lit taxi stocked with trivia secrets? He’s telling jokes! On a stage! Touring around the U.S., most specifically this month in Atlanta at Center Stage in Midtown.

Test the temp on your comedy radar by streaming Road Rage and Accidental Ornithology on Netflix, Bailey’s most recent comedy special. Earth to you. Yes, you. Are you still reading? Pay attention to Creative Loafing’s socials this month bc word on the street is Bailey might pop up with free tix for readers of The Move (kissy winky emoji).

$25-$40. 7:30 p.m. Center Stage, 1374 W. Peachtree St. N.W. 404-885-1365. centerstage-atlanta.com

SUNDAY MARCH 22

Period Packing Party! — Lend a hand with Dykes on Bikes and Sadie Hawkins at Metropolitan Studios in East Atlanta Village. How? By putting together period packs for those hemorrhaging in need, bc Aunt Flo doesn’t care about socioeconomics. Join the period-pack assembly line to pack tampons, pads, and wipes for shelters, those in need on the streets, and young people in schools. Bonus: It’s a great chance to check out Metropolitan Studios for creative courses. And … hmm, how do I explain Dykes on Bikes ... they are … dykes ... on bikes for a cause! More specifically, dykes on motorcycles … so don’t expect to join with your fixie.

Volunteer. 1-3 p.m. Metropolitan Studios, 1259 Metropolitan Ave. S.E. 404-219-2003.  Facebook event page

SATURDAY MARCH 28

Susto at Terminal West — “Susto” means “an intense fear understood as a condition of the soul,” a nod to some of the Cuban roots behind this project by Jason Osborne, who comes from near my hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. Yes, I can hear it in the music.

If we went back to the turn of the millennium, you’d catch friends & co. skipping school at Folly Beach blasting a lot of Fuel, Counting Crows, Dave Matthews Band, with hints of new-traditional country along The Washout, a popular surf spot. At a time when surfers headed to Publix for chewing tobacco and concert tickets, Charleston’s now extinct “96 Wave Fest” would have proudly welcomed Susto, and I would’ve surfed the crowd.

Osborne’s music is reminiscent of, but not trapped in, an alt-pop-country-rock state like much of the greater Charleston-area airwaves still today. It’s almost impossible to genre-fy the flavors. Osborne gives credit all over the map, literally, from time spent in Havana to traveling around the globe. He encourages fans to have mobility: “Don’t settle for where you start.” Having spent part of my youth in Summerville, that line resonates. Look for my interview with Osborne on CL’s Instagram post-show, frans!

$18. 9 p.m. Terminal West, 887 W. Marietta St. N.W. 404-876-5566. terminalwestatl.com

 

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SUNDAY MARCH 29

Queer Artist Market Spring Kickoff Social — Why? Because queer means inclusive, and there’s likely something for everyone at this market affair. Shed that ashy, dry winter coat while browsing in the outdoor lot at the cutely outfitted Georgia Beer Garden.

Do not blink and miss vendors like Streetcat.media who taught me how to build, glue and program an LED cloud!! Hells Belles will bring the vintage, WiredByP offers unique handmade jewelry, Neon Horror’s got the queer pop merch, and Kat Gomez, a recipient of the Barb Seegert Lesbian Art Grant, will sell her amazing krisply burned-wood art.

Free. All ages. Noon-4 p.m. Georgia Beer Garden, 420 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-458-5690. Facebook event page

TUESDAY MARCH 31

Planetary Sound Immersion — A sound immersion that uses comfy recliners instead of the floor? I thought they’d never ask! This bath of sound comes with options to add to the visual journey through space by keeping those lids open, or rest them with a gifted eye mask, while sonic chefs create deliciously calming tones with pretty, decorative bowls and gongs and things you never knew the purpose of in those Lil’ 5 Points shops.

Pro Tips for Noobs:  Don’t be late to sound baths! You’ll kill it for the other ears, and likely catch a lot of side-eye, even if it’s under a mask. Get out and support Fernbank. More science in schools, less algebra. #notsponsored

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Alright, y’all! If you don’t like Sade, not only is it unlikely we’ll be friends off the internet, but this month’s Moves might be a tough read. I couldn’t make this up if I tried ... Three Sade cover bands in 24 hours! “Is it a crime?” bc it sounds too good to be true. 

Also, on the menu and in season this month, puppets improvising your new favorite dramedy, DIY palm reading, and, of course, WE DANCE! Read on for details, fluffy nuggets. And remember, animals are always naked.

Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMSConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!SATURDAY FEBRUARY 1

Women Self-Healing through Comedy Workshop — Hey ladies, ever wanted to try stand-up? Nationally touring comedian and Fox network favorite, Lace Larrabee, teaches Atlanta’s only stand-up comedy classes for women. This month, Larrabee takes an unusual approach by teaching stand-up to survivors of domestic violence.

“Comedy is an opportunity to change the power dynamic and lead to healing and contemplation. Harness your voice and own your stories!” the event’s Facebook page exclaims.

The organizers ask, in lieu of paying for tickets, please consider donating to the Women’s Resource Center at www.wrcdv.org or donate via Paypal at paypal.me/wrcdv. This is a four-hour workshop, with only 30 spots available. Tix available here.

Free with registration. 12-4 p.m. The Punchline, 3652 Roswell Road N.E. 404-252-5233. Click here for more information.

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 7

Wahine’s Hideaway — Dance is in demand in 2020! The hottest party at SPKEZ, on Edgewood Avenue above The Music Room, will masquerade as a tiki disco paradise during Wahine’s Hideaway, for one night only this month!

Wahine wants everyone to enjoy “tiki cocktails, worship false idols, and dance your cares away to the intoxicating sounds of tropical disco and electrified funk, provided by your DJs: The Silver Rider of Whiskey Disco, Music is 4 Lovers (Austin); Wahine of RESRGNS (Los Angeles/Atlanta); and Brian Rojas of Deep South, La Choloteca (Atlanta).”

Also, a much appreciated note from the organizers:  **BS Tolerance Level: ZERO. If you can’t be COOL AND RESPECTFUL OF EVERYONE, then get the f*&% out. There is no room for harassment, abuse or judgment in Paradise.**

21+, $10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Edgewood SPKEZ, 327A Edgewood Ave. S.E., 404-343-4404. www.atlmusicroom.com

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14

ATL Collective Relives Sade’s “Love Deluxe” — If you aren’t listening to Sade already, are you even living? Valentine’s Day is a great time to start, or continue. If the words of Sade don’t make you feel sultry, deep, lusty love, see a doctor and get your heart checked for lack of love! Just kidding, kinda.

ATL Collective performs Sade’s Love Deluxe album live from start to finish, twice — once during an early show, then, again for a late show. “Cherish the Day” is my favorite, daily pick-me-up from this album. Full disclosure, my Alexa wakes me up to that song. If you want to cry, “Pearls” is another fav. You’ll want to be quiet and listening when Brenda Nicole Moorer takes the mic to belt Sade’s “Like a Tattoo” and “Kiss of Life.”

 21+. $30-40. Early show 6 p.m.; late show 9:30 p.m. City Wintery, 650 North Avenue, Ponce City Market, 404-946-3791. Both shows are sold out; waiting list available. citywinery.com/atlanta

Sade Experience: Valentine’s Special — Band Adu is a Sade cover band formed in May, 2019, that has forever changed my life in Atlanta. They are the only Sade cover band I know of that performs here year round. Why are there not more Sade cover bands, you ask? Because, truthfully, no one can touch Sade’s vocals. Vocalist Jamila Sampson gets pretty close with her seductive tone, a must-hear in person. 

With this set, expect classics like “Is It A Crime,” “Kiss of Life,” and “Sweetest Taboo.” These shows sell out super duper fast, y’all!

21+. $18-$25. 7 p.m. (doors). Show starts at 8:30 p.m. The Music Room, 327 Edgewood Ave., 404-343-0111. Click here for more information.

Bless Yr Heart: A Queer Valentine’s Dance Party at The Bakery — Not into strictly hetero activities on Valentine’s Day? Join The Bakery for an always all-inclusive celebration: “We’re celebrating queer love in all of its forms: relationships, self-love, community love, and more!” 

This year, it’s a dance party by Southern Fried Queer Pride, with DJ sets by chel xi (PRISM) & Jsport (Club Morph), and performances by drag stars Evangeline Laveau, JayBella Banks, La Reina, Paege Turner, and SZN ALXNDR. Also promised: “A super queer, kitsch photobooth!” Soak up your time at The Bakery’s current location, before it transitions completely into its new Downtown spot. 

18+ 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Suggested donation $7-$20. No one turned away for lack of funds. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. thebakeryatlanta.com

!!SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15

Sade Acoustic Tribute — Joy Warren has performed with Tyrese, Will Reagan & United Pursuit, and Kierra “KiKi” Sheard, as well as at major events including New York Fashion Week, NBA All-Star Weekend, BET Music Matters, and the BET Hip Hop Awards. Now, she’s stepping into Sade’s shoes for an all-live acoustic set at Venkman’s. The show is free, free, FREE, but dinner reservations will fill up fast. Standing room available as well. Dinner reservations can be made at Venkmans.com.

Free. 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Venkman’s, 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. 470-225-6162, venkmans.com

!!SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16

Palmistry Basics Workshop: Radical Self Love — Confession:  I have always wanted to know what palm readers look for when reading a palm, but have always been too lazy to Google it. I’ve only had mine read professionally once, and nothing went according to my palm wrinkles, but I’m optimistic.

The one and only Modern Mystic Shop, upstairs inside Ponce City Market, is hosting Handful of Stars, who will teach us exactly what is going on in the palm of our hands. Mine run clammy. Wonder what that means. 

About the instructor and hands behind Handful of Stars: “Helene Saucedo is a hand analyst who provides private readings out of her vintage camper and travels the country with her craft, lecturing and reading at shops and at events such as Bonnaroo, Dirty South Yoga Festival, and the Bust Craftacular.”

All ages. $40. 1 p.m-2:30 p.m. Modern Mystic Shop @Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. N212, 404-600-2939. modernmysticshop.com

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21

Black Girl Magic: ATL Edition w/ The Vixen from RPDR — Atlanta has no shortage of A-List Queens, whether local or those making a national tour stop. “Ru Paul’s Drag Race” season 10 contestant, The Vixen, is going to brighten up the dark underground that is the Drunken Unicorn with House of ALXNDR to bring you Black Girl Magic, featuring female rappers. The performance line-up includes The Vixen, Dotte Com, Dynisty St. James, Ella/saurus/ REX, JayBella Banks, SZN ALXNDR

Taejah LaBelle Thomas, TAYLOR ALXNDR, Tyra Rex, and more, with DJ sets by DJ Aasha Adore.

Pay just ten bucks extra and get a pic with The Vixen for the gram. 

21+ $10-$15. 10 p.m. (doors); $25 meet-n-greet with The Vixen, 9 p.m. MJQ (The Drunken Unicorn), 736 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Click here for tickets.

!!SATURDAYS THROUGH MARCH 21

Scandal: Felt Street — Puppets, Sex, & Scandal! — Get ready to settle in for your new weekly drama series. It’s not on Bravo TV, and you can’t stream it on Netflix. These stories require getting off your screens and LOLing IRL. If you suffer from intensified anxiety disorders due to social media, fresh air and human interaction might be good for you.

To Dad’s Garage we go for Scandal: Felt Street. Puppets and improv go together like peanut butter and Oreos (that’s a good thing in my belly). The storyline continues every Saturday until March 21, with puppet actors making up the details as they go along. All ages welcome; however, this will be heavy on the adult humor. If you’re on the Botox you’ll want to bill your doc for those deep laugh lines.

$16.50-$23.50+. 8 p.m. Dad’s Garage Theatre Company, 569 Ezzard St. S.E. 404-523-3141. Click here for more information."
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Alright, y’all! If you don’t like Sade, not only is it unlikely we’ll be friends off the internet, but this month’s Moves might be a tough read. I couldn’t make this up if I tried ... Three Sade cover bands in 24 hours! “Is it a crime?” bc it sounds too good to be true. 

Also, on the menu and in season this month, puppets improvising your new favorite dramedy, DIY palm reading, and, of course, WE DANCE! Read on for details, fluffy nuggets. And remember, animals are always naked.

__Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth:__ Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMSConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!SATURDAY FEBRUARY 1

__Women Self-Healing through Comedy Workshop__ — Hey ladies, ever wanted to try stand-up? Nationally touring comedian and Fox network favorite, Lace Larrabee, teaches Atlanta’s only stand-up comedy classes for women. This month, Larrabee takes an unusual approach by teaching stand-up to survivors of domestic violence.

“Comedy is an opportunity to change the power dynamic and lead to healing and contemplation. Harness your voice and own your stories!” the event’s Facebook page exclaims.

The organizers ask, in lieu of paying for tickets, please consider donating to the Women’s Resource Center at www.wrcdv.org or donate via Paypal at paypal.me/wrcdv. This is a four-hour workshop, with only 30 spots available. Tix available [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-self-healing-through-comedy-tickets-87370269829|here].

''Free with registration. 12-4 p.m. The Punchline, 3652 Roswell Road N.E. 404-252-5233. [https://www.facebook.com/events/1089985917838504|Click here for more information.]''

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 7

__Wahine’s Hideaway__ — Dance is in demand in 2020! The hottest party at SPKEZ, on Edgewood Avenue above The Music Room, will masquerade as a tiki disco paradise during Wahine’s Hideaway, for one night only this month!

Wahine wants everyone to enjoy “tiki cocktails, worship false idols, and dance your cares away to the intoxicating sounds of tropical disco and electrified funk, provided by your DJs: The Silver Rider of Whiskey Disco, Music is 4 Lovers (Austin); Wahine of RESRGNS (Los Angeles/Atlanta); and Brian Rojas of Deep South, La Choloteca (Atlanta).”

Also, a much appreciated note from the organizers:  **BS Tolerance Level: ZERO. If you can’t be COOL AND RESPECTFUL OF EVERYONE, then get the f*&% out. There is no room for harassment, abuse or judgment in Paradise.**

''21+, $10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Edgewood SPKEZ, 327A Edgewood Ave. S.E., 404-343-4404. [http://www.atlmusicroom.com|www.atlmusicroom.com]''

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14

__ATL Collective Relives Sade’s “Love Deluxe”__ — If you aren’t listening to Sade already, are you even living? Valentine’s Day is a great time to start, or continue. If the words of Sade don’t make you feel sultry, deep, lusty love, see a doctor and get your heart checked for lack of love! Just kidding, kinda.

ATL Collective performs Sade’s Love Deluxe album live from start to finish, twice — once during an early show, then, again for a late show. “Cherish the Day” is my favorite, daily pick-me-up from this album. Full disclosure, my Alexa wakes me up to that song. If you want to cry, “Pearls” is another fav. You’ll want to be quiet and listening when Brenda Nicole Moorer takes the mic to belt Sade’s “Like a Tattoo” and “Kiss of Life.”

 ''21+. $30-40. Early show 6 p.m.; late show 9:30 p.m. City Wintery, 650 North Avenue, Ponce City Market, 404-946-3791. Both shows are sold out; waiting list available. [https://citywinery.com/atlanta/|citywinery.com/atlanta]''

__Sade Experience: Valentine’s Special__ — Band Adu is a Sade cover band formed in May, 2019, that has forever changed my life in Atlanta. They are the only Sade cover band I know of that performs here year round. Why are there not more Sade cover bands, you ask? Because, truthfully, no one can touch Sade’s vocals. Vocalist Jamila Sampson gets pretty close with her seductive tone, a must-hear in person. 

With this set, expect classics like “Is It A Crime,” “Kiss of Life,” and “Sweetest Taboo.” These shows sell out super duper fast, y’all!

''21+. $18-$25. 7 p.m. (doors). Show starts at 8:30 p.m. The Music Room, 327 Edgewood Ave., 404-343-0111. [https://www.facebook.com/events/165975414811491|Click here for more information].''

__Bless Yr Heart: A Queer Valentine’s Dance Party at The Bakery__ — Not into strictly hetero activities on Valentine’s Day? Join The Bakery for an always all-inclusive celebration: “We’re celebrating queer love in all of its forms: relationships, self-love, community love, and more!” 

This year, it’s a dance party by Southern Fried Queer Pride, with DJ sets by chel xi (PRISM) & Jsport (Club Morph), and performances by drag stars Evangeline Laveau, JayBella Banks, La Reina, Paege Turner, and SZN ALXNDR. Also promised: “A super queer, kitsch photobooth!” Soak up your time at The Bakery’s current location, before it transitions completely into its new Downtown spot. 

''18+ 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Suggested donation $7-$20. No ''''one turned away for lack of funds. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. [https://thebakeryatlanta.com|thebakeryatlanta.com]''

!!SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15

__Sade Acoustic Tribute__ — Joy Warren has performed with Tyrese, Will Reagan & United Pursuit, and Kierra “KiKi” Sheard, as well as at major events including New York Fashion Week, NBA All-Star Weekend, BET Music Matters, and the BET Hip Hop Awards. Now, she’s stepping into Sade’s shoes for an all-live acoustic set at Venkman’s. The show is free, free, FREE, but dinner reservations will fill up fast. Standing room available as well. Dinner reservations can be made at Venkmans.com.

''Free. 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Venkman’s, 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. 470-225-6162, [https://www.venkmans.com|venkmans.com]''

!!SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16

__Palmistry Basics Workshop: Radical Self Love__ — Confession:  I have always wanted to know what palm readers look for when reading a palm, but have always been too lazy to Google it. I’ve only had mine read professionally once, and nothing went according to my palm wrinkles, but I’m optimistic.

The one and only Modern Mystic Shop, upstairs inside Ponce City Market, is hosting Handful of Stars, who will teach us exactly what is going on in the palm of our hands. Mine run clammy. Wonder what that means. 

About the instructor and hands behind Handful of Stars: “Helene Saucedo is a hand analyst who provides private readings out of her vintage camper and travels the country with her craft, lecturing and reading at shops and at events such as Bonnaroo, Dirty South Yoga Festival, and the Bust Craftacular.”

''All ages. $40. 1 p.m-2:30 p.m. Modern Mystic Shop @Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. N212, 404-600-2939. [https://modernmysticshop.com|modernmysticshop.com]''

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21

__Black Girl Magic: ATL Edition w/ The Vixen from RPDR__ — Atlanta has no shortage of A-List Queens, whether local or those making a national tour stop. “Ru Paul’s Drag Race” season 10 contestant, The Vixen, is going to brighten up the dark underground that is the Drunken Unicorn with House of ALXNDR to bring you Black Girl Magic, featuring female rappers. The performance line-up includes The Vixen, Dotte Com, Dynisty St. James, Ella/saurus/ REX, JayBella Banks, SZN ALXNDR

Taejah LaBelle Thomas, TAYLOR ALXNDR, Tyra Rex, and more, with DJ sets by DJ Aasha Adore.

Pay just ten bucks extra and get a pic with The Vixen for the gram. 

''21+ $10-$15. 10 p.m. (doors); $25 meet-n-greet with The Vixen, 9 p.m. MJQ (The Drunken Unicorn), 736 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-girl-magic-atl-edition-w-the-vixen-tickets-90910282101|Click here for tickets].''

!!SATURDAYS THROUGH MARCH 21

__Scandal: Felt Street — Puppets, Sex, & Scandal!__ — Get ready to settle in for your new weekly drama series. It’s not on Bravo TV, and you can’t stream it on Netflix. These stories require getting off your screens and LOLing IRL. If you suffer from intensified anxiety disorders due to social media, fresh air and human interaction might be good for you.

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''$16.50-$23.50+. 8 p.m. Dad’s Garage Theatre Company, 569 Ezzard St. S.E. 404-523-3141. [https://dadsgarage.com/scandal-felt-street|Click here for more information].''"
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Alright, y’all! If you don’t like Sade, not only is it unlikely we’ll be friends off the internet, but this month’s Moves might be a tough read. I couldn’t make this up if I tried ... Three Sade cover bands in 24 hours! “Is it a crime?” bc it sounds too good to be true. 

Also, on the menu and in season this month, puppets improvising your new favorite dramedy, DIY palm reading, and, of course, WE DANCE! Read on for details, fluffy nuggets. And remember, animals are always naked.

Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMSConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!SATURDAY FEBRUARY 1

Women Self-Healing through Comedy Workshop — Hey ladies, ever wanted to try stand-up? Nationally touring comedian and Fox network favorite, Lace Larrabee, teaches Atlanta’s only stand-up comedy classes for women. This month, Larrabee takes an unusual approach by teaching stand-up to survivors of domestic violence.

“Comedy is an opportunity to change the power dynamic and lead to healing and contemplation. Harness your voice and own your stories!” the event’s Facebook page exclaims.

The organizers ask, in lieu of paying for tickets, please consider donating to the Women’s Resource Center at www.wrcdv.org or donate via Paypal at paypal.me/wrcdv. This is a four-hour workshop, with only 30 spots available. Tix available here.

Free with registration. 12-4 p.m. The Punchline, 3652 Roswell Road N.E. 404-252-5233. Click here for more information.

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 7

Wahine’s Hideaway — Dance is in demand in 2020! The hottest party at SPKEZ, on Edgewood Avenue above The Music Room, will masquerade as a tiki disco paradise during Wahine’s Hideaway, for one night only this month!

Wahine wants everyone to enjoy “tiki cocktails, worship false idols, and dance your cares away to the intoxicating sounds of tropical disco and electrified funk, provided by your DJs: The Silver Rider of Whiskey Disco, Music is 4 Lovers (Austin); Wahine of RESRGNS (Los Angeles/Atlanta); and Brian Rojas of Deep South, La Choloteca (Atlanta).”

Also, a much appreciated note from the organizers:  **BS Tolerance Level: ZERO. If you can’t be COOL AND RESPECTFUL OF EVERYONE, then get the f*&% out. There is no room for harassment, abuse or judgment in Paradise.**

21+, $10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Edgewood SPKEZ, 327A Edgewood Ave. S.E., 404-343-4404. www.atlmusicroom.com

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14

ATL Collective Relives Sade’s “Love Deluxe” — If you aren’t listening to Sade already, are you even living? Valentine’s Day is a great time to start, or continue. If the words of Sade don’t make you feel sultry, deep, lusty love, see a doctor and get your heart checked for lack of love! Just kidding, kinda.

ATL Collective performs Sade’s Love Deluxe album live from start to finish, twice — once during an early show, then, again for a late show. “Cherish the Day” is my favorite, daily pick-me-up from this album. Full disclosure, my Alexa wakes me up to that song. If you want to cry, “Pearls” is another fav. You’ll want to be quiet and listening when Brenda Nicole Moorer takes the mic to belt Sade’s “Like a Tattoo” and “Kiss of Life.”

 21+. $30-40. Early show 6 p.m.; late show 9:30 p.m. City Wintery, 650 North Avenue, Ponce City Market, 404-946-3791. Both shows are sold out; waiting list available. citywinery.com/atlanta

Sade Experience: Valentine’s Special — Band Adu is a Sade cover band formed in May, 2019, that has forever changed my life in Atlanta. They are the only Sade cover band I know of that performs here year round. Why are there not more Sade cover bands, you ask? Because, truthfully, no one can touch Sade’s vocals. Vocalist Jamila Sampson gets pretty close with her seductive tone, a must-hear in person. 

With this set, expect classics like “Is It A Crime,” “Kiss of Life,” and “Sweetest Taboo.” These shows sell out super duper fast, y’all!

21+. $18-$25. 7 p.m. (doors). Show starts at 8:30 p.m. The Music Room, 327 Edgewood Ave., 404-343-0111. Click here for more information.

Bless Yr Heart: A Queer Valentine’s Dance Party at The Bakery — Not into strictly hetero activities on Valentine’s Day? Join The Bakery for an always all-inclusive celebration: “We’re celebrating queer love in all of its forms: relationships, self-love, community love, and more!” 

This year, it’s a dance party by Southern Fried Queer Pride, with DJ sets by chel xi (PRISM) & Jsport (Club Morph), and performances by drag stars Evangeline Laveau, JayBella Banks, La Reina, Paege Turner, and SZN ALXNDR. Also promised: “A super queer, kitsch photobooth!” Soak up your time at The Bakery’s current location, before it transitions completely into its new Downtown spot. 

18+ 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Suggested donation $7-$20. No one turned away for lack of funds. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. thebakeryatlanta.com

!!SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15

Sade Acoustic Tribute — Joy Warren has performed with Tyrese, Will Reagan & United Pursuit, and Kierra “KiKi” Sheard, as well as at major events including New York Fashion Week, NBA All-Star Weekend, BET Music Matters, and the BET Hip Hop Awards. Now, she’s stepping into Sade’s shoes for an all-live acoustic set at Venkman’s. The show is free, free, FREE, but dinner reservations will fill up fast. Standing room available as well. Dinner reservations can be made at Venkmans.com.

Free. 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Venkman’s, 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. 470-225-6162, venkmans.com

!!SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16

Palmistry Basics Workshop: Radical Self Love — Confession:  I have always wanted to know what palm readers look for when reading a palm, but have always been too lazy to Google it. I’ve only had mine read professionally once, and nothing went according to my palm wrinkles, but I’m optimistic.

The one and only Modern Mystic Shop, upstairs inside Ponce City Market, is hosting Handful of Stars, who will teach us exactly what is going on in the palm of our hands. Mine run clammy. Wonder what that means. 

About the instructor and hands behind Handful of Stars: “Helene Saucedo is a hand analyst who provides private readings out of her vintage camper and travels the country with her craft, lecturing and reading at shops and at events such as Bonnaroo, Dirty South Yoga Festival, and the Bust Craftacular.”

All ages. $40. 1 p.m-2:30 p.m. Modern Mystic Shop @Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. N212, 404-600-2939. modernmysticshop.com

!!FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21

Black Girl Magic: ATL Edition w/ The Vixen from RPDR — Atlanta has no shortage of A-List Queens, whether local or those making a national tour stop. “Ru Paul’s Drag Race” season 10 contestant, The Vixen, is going to brighten up the dark underground that is the Drunken Unicorn with House of ALXNDR to bring you Black Girl Magic, featuring female rappers. The performance line-up includes The Vixen, Dotte Com, Dynisty St. James, Ella/saurus/ REX, JayBella Banks, SZN ALXNDR

Taejah LaBelle Thomas, TAYLOR ALXNDR, Tyra Rex, and more, with DJ sets by DJ Aasha Adore.

Pay just ten bucks extra and get a pic with The Vixen for the gram. 

21+ $10-$15. 10 p.m. (doors); $25 meet-n-greet with The Vixen, 9 p.m. MJQ (The Drunken Unicorn), 736 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Click here for tickets.

!!SATURDAYS THROUGH MARCH 21

Scandal: Felt Street — Puppets, Sex, & Scandal! — Get ready to settle in for your new weekly drama series. It’s not on Bravo TV, and you can’t stream it on Netflix. These stories require getting off your screens and LOLing IRL. If you suffer from intensified anxiety disorders due to social media, fresh air and human interaction might be good for you.

To Dad’s Garage we go for Scandal: Felt Street. Puppets and improv go together like peanut butter and Oreos (that’s a good thing in my belly). The storyline continues every Saturday until March 21, with puppet actors making up the details as they go along. All ages welcome; however, this will be heavy on the adult humor. If you’re on the Botox you’ll want to bill your doc for those deep laugh lines.

$16.50-$23.50+. 8 p.m. Dad’s Garage Theatre Company, 569 Ezzard St. S.E. 404-523-3141. Click here for more information.    Ms. Conception Vocalist Jamila Sampson moonlights as Sade with her band, Band Adu, at The Music Room.  0,0,10    themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - February 2020 "
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Lawd! I’m as ashy as a biscuit and ready to party. This month, on “The Move,” we do it all, including dancing and carb guzzling. And while I’m waiting for my two, new fake bands to take off, I’d like to start January 2020 by blabbing re some of my regular hot spots. Open calendar commitments, mostly. So saddle up, cowgirls, and cheers to more money and honey in 2020. 

Shameless plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMSConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

Any Day but Sunday: Cheat on your diet, and stay warm, at the Cheetah. Did you know the carpet is new? I hear it would match the drapes, if there were any. A $4-MILLION-dollar custom faux cheetah print, that I’m constantly reminded not to roll around on. And with that new smoking ban, it’s going to stay flossy. Oh, you didn’t notice? No more smoking inside starting next year, not even in clubs. 

With the Cheetah long since allowing cigars, you can imagine the 2020 City of Atlanta smoking ban causing some concern. Upon research, the Cheetah discovered smoking is actually a deterrent for customers — for the same reason they don’t allow the dancers to wear glitter. Both leave a trace. Makes sense. Where can anyone smoke anymore?? Now, I’m not saying lie about where you’ve been, but when I go back to the office from a lunch meeting at the Cheetah, I don’t need a lady in the elevator offering me Nicorette. OK, Karen. 

If you keep up with The Move, you’ll know we strongly support freedom for sex workers. It all boils down to the belief in humans having the right to do anything they want with their bodies, from stripping, abortions, and healthcare in general to choosing a date with Dr. Kevorkian. But I digress.

The Cheetah treats its staff with respect and professionalism. There’s a hard no-drug policy. The owners pay for private drug dogs to check the staff lockers to make sure there ain’t no shit goin’ on, hoping to create a safer environment for everyone. How do I know all this? I’ve spent hours with the staff as a photographer. Most of the management and bar staff have worked there for 20+ years, and the dancers talk about this being a dream job. Making more than 70 cents on the dollar, as most women in the U.S. do compared to men, and lifting sexual taboos? Strippers should be seen as role models, IMO. I call them the origianl body artists, so let’s celebrate them the way we do other artists.

Stop by for lunch and sit with Paul at the bar, or ask Sam the manager about her 19 years there. Either way, get the fried chicken. Like Chick-fil-A, The Cheetah is closed on Sundays.  @thecheetahatl

!!SUNDAYS

Ecstatic Dance Atlanta — Ecstatic Dance Atlanta makes me feel all warm and fuzzy, like hot water and lemon juice, or a pharmaceutical commercial. EDA has everything. A roof, a floor, music, artists, a DJ, and my blessing. It’s held in a safe space, the Chosewood Ballroom, not far from Atlanta’s federal pen. Move however you want. No talking. No cell phones. No pagers. Just space, and several Burners.

Or, in the words of Ecstatic Dance Atlanta organizer Kathleen Cooley, “A room full of kind-hearted people, of varying ages, abilities, and backgrounds, dancing freely to a large variety of (music) genres woven together by a live DJ on a booming sound system. We are a phone/photo/booze/shoe free gathering, and we dance in an old Baptist church turned ballroom, noon till 2 p.m., every Sunday.”

Cooley is also the host/producer of Monday-night radio show “Museday Mashup Mixer” with Katia Kool on WRFG 89.3 from midnight to 3 a.m. “I play primarily female artists from around the world (and a lot of local artists as well). I do play males … but the ratio is about 90/10. I talk a lot about sex and relationships from an older woman’s vantage point,” says Cooley, who stresses her radio show is not related to Ecstatic Dance, but a fun factoid about Kathleen. Y’all know I luv me some fun factoids in The Move.

Recommended donation $15, noon-2 p.m., Sundays, Chosewood Ballroom, 420 McDonough Blvd. S.E. 404-735-4841. chosewoodarts.com

Ecstatic Dance Atlanta

!!WEDNESDAYS

Work That Pussy Wednesdays — Let’s say you’re having a rough week at work. Maybe your juice cleanse ended with you finishing an entire Sara Lee pound cake. You are loved, but maybe you should run, not walk, to MJQ Concourse. Watch those pounds melt off at Work That Pussy Wednesdays. DJ sets by Jash Jay, Ree de la Vega, and others are unveiled each week. Drag Queen Brigitte Bidet also makes appearances. I hear she shares a body with a professional dancer, if you need some new moves. 

WTPWs is another brainchild of ATL’s popular DJ, Ree de la Vega, well-known for her weekly summer banger, Chaka Khan Hacienda, at 8ARM. If you see Ree on the flyer, it’s gonna be colorful. Plus, MJQ misses you, even if you’ve never met. A wonderfully small, dark, underground club with the near sole purpose of dancing. 

Free. 11 p.m.-3 a.m. Wednesdays. MJQ Concourse, 736 Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-870-0575.

@mjqofficial @reedelavega @theJashJay @brigittebidet

!!FRIDAY, JANUARY 10

Manifest: An Art Show at FreeMarket Gallery — In the Freemarket Gallery’s first art show of 2020, check out a personal fav, Hi.Adelaide, whose work is as whimsical and trippy as Adelaide’s music videos. Oh! You didn’t know? She’s also the front human of Lady Clementine’s Fantastic Party, a musical sensation, IMO. Here’s what Adelaide has to say on the newer downtown art space: “As one of the first artists at the 86 Pryor (Street) studios it has been so incredible to watch how FreeMarket Gallery has activated Underground (Atlanta) and connected collectors and artists in the heart of the city. After a stunning first opening in November I cannot wait to see and show in ‘Manifest.’”

So, let’s say a gal isn’t collecting fine art yet, although I have been wearing a lot of turtlenecks. FreeMarket Gallery throws these shows for curious catz and gurus alike, according to their Facebook page. “FreeMarket Gallery creates an environment based on the idea that everyone is a creative, and that even latent art consumers can find an avenue to consume artwork free of the traditional barriers of intimidation and social alliances presented by art galleries.”

Free. Time TBD. FreeMarket Gallery, 86 Pryor St. S.W., www.freemarketart.com

@hi.adelaide @freemarketart

!!SATURDAY, JANUARY 11

Somebody Told Me: Indie Dance Party at Venkman’s — Kimber and the Nonsense ATL gang threw such a bitchin’ Halloween party at Venkman’s they’re back for more. Known for infamous glow, foam, and even cereal parties such as Heyday and Atlanta Disco Society at the Basement EAV, they are classing the dance party up at Venkman’s, with a whole new vibe for those who feel too clean for East Atlanta Village. The music is for the acquired taste of the ’90s, ’00s, to today: LCD Soundsystem, Beck, and Oasis, more indie vibes than Spice Girls. Kimber’s right, this could just be our favorite new party we’ve never been to, y’all. Beltline accessible!! Protect your new holiday thread haul in a cereal-free environment. 

10 p.m.-2 a.m. $10, Venkman’s, 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. 470-225-6162. www.venkmans.com

@NonsenseATL @venkmansatl

!!THURSDAY, JANUARY 16

AMEN: A Drag Show & Competition! — A new decade welcomes a breath of fresh drag! Friends and performers of House of ALXNDR will gather to host Edgewood’s longest running drag show, “Amen!” with a fresh competitive spin. Join Dotte Comm, JayBella Banks, Molly Rimswell, and TAYLOR ALXNDR for cheap drinks and ample entertainment at Sister Louisa’s Church of Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium. Better known as just Church. Thank God. 

“Every month, the cast of AMEN and special guests will perform, judge, and host five competitors who will vie to win! Winner is chosen half by crowd votes, and half by the judges. Winner receives a cash prize and a spot to perform at the next month’s show. In November 2020, the winners from each show (Jan.-Oct.) will compete in the AMEN Pageant. The top three will be chosen as the new AMEN cast of 2021, receive monthly bookings, and special prizes. — ALXNDR

Wanna compete? Contact the queen mother herself, TAYLOR ALXNDR (contact@tayloralxndr.com) ASAP. These spots fill fast, y’all. This event space is not ADA accessible.

Free, 11 p.m.-2 a.m. Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404.522-8275. www.sisterlouisaschurch.com 

@TAYLORALXNDR @mollyrimswell @thedottecom @sisterlouisaschurch

!!FRIDAY, JANUARY 17

Club Soda — Club Soda returns. A resident funky house party at my favorite place to dance, The Music Room. Why? It’s dark, small, and underground with a lot of house music. 

Extra funk is promised at this Club Soda set with APX, an ATL-based synth funk, Billboard- charting, world-touring duo. A mouthful you’re not expected to repeat, just dance to, and they mean it. “A no-nonsense, for-dancers-only energy of the underground sans pretentiousness.” Host and DJ, Taradactyl, was voted Best DJ in CL’s 2019 Best of Atlanta. 

Pro tip:  Feel awkward and don’t know what to do with your hands when you dance? Take a scarf. Use it as a prop. Let it guide you. Wax on. Wax off. 

11 p.m.-3 a.m. $5. The Music Room, 327 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-343-0111 boomboxatl.com 

@clubsodaatl  @theapxmusic  @djtaradactyl  @djnolan.one  @TheMusicRoomAtlanta
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Lawd! I’m as ashy as a biscuit and ready to party. This month, on “The Move,” we do it all, including dancing and carb guzzling. And while I’m waiting for my two, new fake bands to take off, I’d like to start January 2020 by blabbing re some of my regular hot spots. Open calendar commitments, mostly. So saddle up, cowgirls, and cheers to more money and honey in 2020. 

__Shameless plug OTMonth:__ Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMSConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

__Any Day but Sunday: __Cheat on your diet, and stay warm, at the Cheetah. Did you know the carpet is new? I hear it would match the drapes, if there were any. A $4-MILLION-dollar custom faux cheetah print, that I’m constantly reminded not to roll around on. And with that new smoking ban, it’s going to stay flossy. Oh, you didn’t notice? No more smoking inside starting next year, not even in clubs. 

With the Cheetah long since allowing cigars, you can imagine the 2020 City of Atlanta smoking ban causing some concern. Upon research, the Cheetah discovered smoking is actually a deterrent for customers — for the same reason they don’t allow the dancers to wear glitter. Both leave a trace. Makes sense. Where can anyone smoke anymore?? Now, I’m not saying lie about where you’ve been, but when I go back to the office from a lunch meeting at the Cheetah, I don’t need a lady in the elevator offering me Nicorette. OK, Karen. 

If you keep up with The Move, you’ll know we strongly support freedom for sex workers. It all boils down to the belief in humans having the right to do anything they want with their bodies, from stripping, abortions, and healthcare in general to choosing a date with Dr. Kevorkian. But I digress.

The Cheetah treats its staff with respect and professionalism. There’s a hard no-drug policy. The owners pay for private drug dogs to check the staff lockers to make sure there ain’t no shit goin’ on, hoping to create a safer environment for everyone. How do I know all this? I’ve spent hours with the staff as a photographer. Most of the management and bar staff have worked there for 20+ years, and the dancers talk about this being a dream job. Making more than 70 cents on the dollar, as most women in the U.S. do compared to men, and lifting sexual taboos? Strippers should be seen as role models, IMO. I call them the origianl body artists, so let’s celebrate them the way we do other artists.

Stop by for lunch and sit with Paul at the bar, or ask Sam the manager about her 19 years there. Either way, get the fried chicken. Like Chick-fil-A, The Cheetah is closed on Sundays.  @thecheetahatl

!!__SUNDAYS__

__Ecstatic Dance Atlanta__ — Ecstatic Dance Atlanta makes me feel all warm and fuzzy, like hot water and lemon juice, or a pharmaceutical commercial. EDA has everything. A roof, a floor, music, artists, a DJ, and my blessing. It’s held in a safe space, the Chosewood Ballroom, not far from Atlanta’s federal pen. Move however you want. No talking. No cell phones. No pagers. Just space, and several Burners.

Or, in the words of Ecstatic Dance Atlanta organizer Kathleen Cooley, “A room full of kind-hearted people, of varying ages, abilities, and backgrounds, dancing freely to a large variety of (music) genres woven together by a live DJ on a booming sound system. We are a phone/photo/booze/shoe free gathering, and we dance in an old Baptist church turned ballroom, noon till 2 p.m., every Sunday.”

Cooley is also the host/producer of Monday-night radio show “Museday Mashup Mixer” with Katia Kool on WRFG 89.3 from midnight to 3 a.m. “I play primarily female artists from around the world (and a lot of local artists as well). I do play males … but the ratio is about 90/10. I talk a lot about sex and relationships from an older woman’s vantage point,” says Cooley, who stresses her radio show is not related to Ecstatic Dance, but a fun factoid about Kathleen. Y’all know I luv me some fun factoids in The Move.

''Recommended donation $15, noon-2 p.m., Sundays, Chosewood Ballroom, 420 McDonough Blvd. S.E. 404-735-4841. [https://chosewoodarts.com/|chosewoodarts.com]''

@ecstaticdanceatlanta

!!__WEDNESDAYS__

__Work That Pussy Wednesdays__ — Let’s say you’re having a rough week at work. Maybe your juice cleanse ended with you finishing an entire Sara Lee pound cake. You are loved, but maybe you should run, not walk, to MJQ Concourse. Watch those pounds melt off at Work That Pussy Wednesdays. DJ sets by Jash Jay, Ree de la Vega, and others are unveiled each week. Drag Queen Brigitte Bidet also makes appearances. I hear she shares a body with a professional dancer, if you need some new moves. 

WTPWs is another brainchild of ATL’s popular DJ, Ree de la Vega, well-known for her weekly summer banger, Chaka Khan Hacienda, at 8ARM. If you see Ree on the flyer, it’s gonna be colorful. Plus, MJQ misses you, even if you’ve never met. A wonderfully small, dark, underground club with the near sole purpose of dancing. 

''Free. 11 p.m.-3 a.m. Wednesdays. MJQ Concourse, 736 Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-870-0575.''

@mjqofficial @reedelavega @theJashJay @brigittebidet

!!__FRIDAY, JANUARY 10__

__Manifest: An Art Show at FreeMarket Gallery__ — In the Freemarket Gallery’s first art show of 2020, check out a personal fav, Hi.Adelaide, whose work is as whimsical and trippy as Adelaide’s music videos. Oh! You didn’t know? She’s also the front human of Lady Clementine’s Fantastic Party, a musical sensation, IMO. Here’s what Adelaide has to say on the newer downtown art space: “As one of the first artists at the 86 Pryor (Street) studios it has been so incredible to watch how FreeMarket Gallery has activated Underground (Atlanta) and connected collectors and artists in the heart of the city. After a stunning first opening in November I cannot wait to see and show in ‘Manifest.’”

So, let’s say a gal isn’t collecting fine art yet, although I have been wearing a lot of turtlenecks. FreeMarket Gallery throws these shows for curious catz and gurus alike, according to their Facebook page. “FreeMarket Gallery creates an environment based on the idea that everyone is a creative, and that even latent art consumers can find an avenue to consume artwork free of the traditional barriers of intimidation and social alliances presented by art galleries.”

''Free. Time TBD. FreeMarket Gallery, 86 Pryor St. S.W., [https://www.freemarketart.com|www.freemarketart.com]''

@hi.adelaide @freemarketart

!!__SATURDAY, JANUARY 11__

__Somebody Told Me: Indie Dance Party at Venkman’s__ — Kimber and the Nonsense ATL gang threw such a bitchin’ Halloween party at Venkman’s they’re back for more. Known for infamous glow, foam, and even cereal parties such as Heyday and Atlanta Disco Society at the Basement EAV, they are classing the dance party up at Venkman’s, with a whole new vibe for those who feel too clean for East Atlanta Village. The music is for the acquired taste of the ’90s, ’00s, to today: LCD Soundsystem, Beck, and Oasis, more indie vibes than Spice Girls. Kimber’s right, this could just be our favorite new party we’ve never been to, y’all. Beltline accessible!! Protect your new holiday thread haul in a cereal-free environment. 

''10 p.m.-2 a.m. $10, Venkman’s, 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. 470-225-6162. [https://www.venkmans.com|www.venkmans.com]''

@NonsenseATL @venkmansatl

!!__THURSDAY, JANUARY 16__

__AMEN: A Drag Show & Competition!__ — A new decade welcomes a breath of fresh drag! Friends and performers of House of ALXNDR will gather to host Edgewood’s longest running drag show, “Amen!” with a fresh competitive spin. Join Dotte Comm, JayBella Banks, Molly Rimswell, and TAYLOR ALXNDR for cheap drinks and ample entertainment at Sister Louisa’s Church of Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium. Better known as just Church. Thank God. 

“Every month, the cast of AMEN and special guests will perform, judge, and host five competitors who will vie to win! Winner is chosen half by crowd votes, and half by the judges. Winner receives a cash prize and a spot to perform at the next month’s show. In November 2020, the winners from each show (Jan.-Oct.) will compete in the AMEN Pageant. The top three will be chosen as the new AMEN cast of 2021, receive monthly bookings, and special prizes. — ALXNDR

Wanna compete? Contact the queen mother herself, TAYLOR ALXNDR (contact@tayloralxndr.com) ASAP. These spots fill fast, y’all. This event space is not ADA accessible.

''Free, 11 p.m.-2 a.m. Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404.522-8275. [https://www.sisterlouisaschurch.com|www.sisterlouisaschurch.com]'' 

@TAYLORALXNDR @mollyrimswell @thedottecom @sisterlouisaschurch

!!__FRIDAY, JANUARY 17__

__Club Soda__ — Club Soda returns. A resident funky house party at my favorite place to dance, The Music Room. Why? It’s dark, small, and underground with a lot of house music. 

Extra funk is promised at this Club Soda set with APX, an ATL-based synth funk, ''Billboard''- charting, world-touring duo. A mouthful you’re not expected to repeat, just dance to, and they mean it. “A no-nonsense, for-dancers-only energy of the underground sans pretentiousness.” Host and DJ, Taradactyl, was voted Best DJ in ''CL''’s 2019 Best of Atlanta. 

Pro tip:  Feel awkward and don’t know what to do with your hands when you dance? Take a scarf. Use it as a prop. Let it guide you. Wax on. Wax off. 

''11 p.m.-3 a.m. $5. The Music Room, 327 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-343-0111 [http://boomboxatl.com|boomboxatl.com]'' 

@clubsodaatl  @theapxmusic  @djtaradactyl  @djnolan.one  @TheMusicRoomAtlanta
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Lawd! I’m as ashy as a biscuit and ready to party. This month, on “The Move,” we do it all, including dancing and carb guzzling. And while I’m waiting for my two, new fake bands to take off, I’d like to start January 2020 by blabbing re some of my regular hot spots. Open calendar commitments, mostly. So saddle up, cowgirls, and cheers to more money and honey in 2020. 

Shameless plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMSConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

Any Day but Sunday: Cheat on your diet, and stay warm, at the Cheetah. Did you know the carpet is new? I hear it would match the drapes, if there were any. A $4-MILLION-dollar custom faux cheetah print, that I’m constantly reminded not to roll around on. And with that new smoking ban, it’s going to stay flossy. Oh, you didn’t notice? No more smoking inside starting next year, not even in clubs. 

With the Cheetah long since allowing cigars, you can imagine the 2020 City of Atlanta smoking ban causing some concern. Upon research, the Cheetah discovered smoking is actually a deterrent for customers — for the same reason they don’t allow the dancers to wear glitter. Both leave a trace. Makes sense. Where can anyone smoke anymore?? Now, I’m not saying lie about where you’ve been, but when I go back to the office from a lunch meeting at the Cheetah, I don’t need a lady in the elevator offering me Nicorette. OK, Karen. 

If you keep up with The Move, you’ll know we strongly support freedom for sex workers. It all boils down to the belief in humans having the right to do anything they want with their bodies, from stripping, abortions, and healthcare in general to choosing a date with Dr. Kevorkian. But I digress.

The Cheetah treats its staff with respect and professionalism. There’s a hard no-drug policy. The owners pay for private drug dogs to check the staff lockers to make sure there ain’t no shit goin’ on, hoping to create a safer environment for everyone. How do I know all this? I’ve spent hours with the staff as a photographer. Most of the management and bar staff have worked there for 20+ years, and the dancers talk about this being a dream job. Making more than 70 cents on the dollar, as most women in the U.S. do compared to men, and lifting sexual taboos? Strippers should be seen as role models, IMO. I call them the origianl body artists, so let’s celebrate them the way we do other artists.

Stop by for lunch and sit with Paul at the bar, or ask Sam the manager about her 19 years there. Either way, get the fried chicken. Like Chick-fil-A, The Cheetah is closed on Sundays.  @thecheetahatl

!!SUNDAYS

Ecstatic Dance Atlanta — Ecstatic Dance Atlanta makes me feel all warm and fuzzy, like hot water and lemon juice, or a pharmaceutical commercial. EDA has everything. A roof, a floor, music, artists, a DJ, and my blessing. It’s held in a safe space, the Chosewood Ballroom, not far from Atlanta’s federal pen. Move however you want. No talking. No cell phones. No pagers. Just space, and several Burners.

Or, in the words of Ecstatic Dance Atlanta organizer Kathleen Cooley, “A room full of kind-hearted people, of varying ages, abilities, and backgrounds, dancing freely to a large variety of (music) genres woven together by a live DJ on a booming sound system. We are a phone/photo/booze/shoe free gathering, and we dance in an old Baptist church turned ballroom, noon till 2 p.m., every Sunday.”

Cooley is also the host/producer of Monday-night radio show “Museday Mashup Mixer” with Katia Kool on WRFG 89.3 from midnight to 3 a.m. “I play primarily female artists from around the world (and a lot of local artists as well). I do play males … but the ratio is about 90/10. I talk a lot about sex and relationships from an older woman’s vantage point,” says Cooley, who stresses her radio show is not related to Ecstatic Dance, but a fun factoid about Kathleen. Y’all know I luv me some fun factoids in The Move.

Recommended donation $15, noon-2 p.m., Sundays, Chosewood Ballroom, 420 McDonough Blvd. S.E. 404-735-4841. chosewoodarts.com

Ecstatic Dance Atlanta

!!WEDNESDAYS

Work That Pussy Wednesdays — Let’s say you’re having a rough week at work. Maybe your juice cleanse ended with you finishing an entire Sara Lee pound cake. You are loved, but maybe you should run, not walk, to MJQ Concourse. Watch those pounds melt off at Work That Pussy Wednesdays. DJ sets by Jash Jay, Ree de la Vega, and others are unveiled each week. Drag Queen Brigitte Bidet also makes appearances. I hear she shares a body with a professional dancer, if you need some new moves. 

WTPWs is another brainchild of ATL’s popular DJ, Ree de la Vega, well-known for her weekly summer banger, Chaka Khan Hacienda, at 8ARM. If you see Ree on the flyer, it’s gonna be colorful. Plus, MJQ misses you, even if you’ve never met. A wonderfully small, dark, underground club with the near sole purpose of dancing. 

Free. 11 p.m.-3 a.m. Wednesdays. MJQ Concourse, 736 Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-870-0575.

@mjqofficial @reedelavega @theJashJay @brigittebidet

!!FRIDAY, JANUARY 10

Manifest: An Art Show at FreeMarket Gallery — In the Freemarket Gallery’s first art show of 2020, check out a personal fav, Hi.Adelaide, whose work is as whimsical and trippy as Adelaide’s music videos. Oh! You didn’t know? She’s also the front human of Lady Clementine’s Fantastic Party, a musical sensation, IMO. Here’s what Adelaide has to say on the newer downtown art space: “As one of the first artists at the 86 Pryor (Street) studios it has been so incredible to watch how FreeMarket Gallery has activated Underground (Atlanta) and connected collectors and artists in the heart of the city. After a stunning first opening in November I cannot wait to see and show in ‘Manifest.’”

So, let’s say a gal isn’t collecting fine art yet, although I have been wearing a lot of turtlenecks. FreeMarket Gallery throws these shows for curious catz and gurus alike, according to their Facebook page. “FreeMarket Gallery creates an environment based on the idea that everyone is a creative, and that even latent art consumers can find an avenue to consume artwork free of the traditional barriers of intimidation and social alliances presented by art galleries.”

Free. Time TBD. FreeMarket Gallery, 86 Pryor St. S.W., www.freemarketart.com

@hi.adelaide @freemarketart

!!SATURDAY, JANUARY 11

Somebody Told Me: Indie Dance Party at Venkman’s — Kimber and the Nonsense ATL gang threw such a bitchin’ Halloween party at Venkman’s they’re back for more. Known for infamous glow, foam, and even cereal parties such as Heyday and Atlanta Disco Society at the Basement EAV, they are classing the dance party up at Venkman’s, with a whole new vibe for those who feel too clean for East Atlanta Village. The music is for the acquired taste of the ’90s, ’00s, to today: LCD Soundsystem, Beck, and Oasis, more indie vibes than Spice Girls. Kimber’s right, this could just be our favorite new party we’ve never been to, y’all. Beltline accessible!! Protect your new holiday thread haul in a cereal-free environment. 

10 p.m.-2 a.m. $10, Venkman’s, 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. 470-225-6162. www.venkmans.com

@NonsenseATL @venkmansatl

!!THURSDAY, JANUARY 16

AMEN: A Drag Show & Competition! — A new decade welcomes a breath of fresh drag! Friends and performers of House of ALXNDR will gather to host Edgewood’s longest running drag show, “Amen!” with a fresh competitive spin. Join Dotte Comm, JayBella Banks, Molly Rimswell, and TAYLOR ALXNDR for cheap drinks and ample entertainment at Sister Louisa’s Church of Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium. Better known as just Church. Thank God. 

“Every month, the cast of AMEN and special guests will perform, judge, and host five competitors who will vie to win! Winner is chosen half by crowd votes, and half by the judges. Winner receives a cash prize and a spot to perform at the next month’s show. In November 2020, the winners from each show (Jan.-Oct.) will compete in the AMEN Pageant. The top three will be chosen as the new AMEN cast of 2021, receive monthly bookings, and special prizes. — ALXNDR

Wanna compete? Contact the queen mother herself, TAYLOR ALXNDR (contact@tayloralxndr.com) ASAP. These spots fill fast, y’all. This event space is not ADA accessible.

Free, 11 p.m.-2 a.m. Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium, 466 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404.522-8275. www.sisterlouisaschurch.com 

@TAYLORALXNDR @mollyrimswell @thedottecom @sisterlouisaschurch

!!FRIDAY, JANUARY 17

Club Soda — Club Soda returns. A resident funky house party at my favorite place to dance, The Music Room. Why? It’s dark, small, and underground with a lot of house music. 

Extra funk is promised at this Club Soda set with APX, an ATL-based synth funk, Billboard- charting, world-touring duo. A mouthful you’re not expected to repeat, just dance to, and they mean it. “A no-nonsense, for-dancers-only energy of the underground sans pretentiousness.” Host and DJ, Taradactyl, was voted Best DJ in CL’s 2019 Best of Atlanta. 

Pro tip:  Feel awkward and don’t know what to do with your hands when you dance? Take a scarf. Use it as a prop. Let it guide you. Wax on. Wax off. 

11 p.m.-3 a.m. $5. The Music Room, 327 Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-343-0111 boomboxatl.com 

@clubsodaatl  @theapxmusic  @djtaradactyl  @djnolan.one  @TheMusicRoomAtlanta
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This month, on The Move … Dear Santa, please legalize marijuana. Until then, let’s jingle-all-the-way into wreath making in Grant Park, mingle with Christmaspolitans, and gift suggestions for my THOTs on The Move - THRIFT. Regifting is recycling, so don’t be afraid to re-share that candle that keeps on giving. As Marie Kondo would say, if that shit don’t bring you joy regift it. Maybe that’s not exactly the sentiment but you get the point. News flash! NYE is canceled!

Good Tidings: Hartsfield offish signed off on having a CBD vending machine in the atrium during the holiday travel season. Customers will input info, such as flight duration, age, and ailments, and the vending machine will suggest the recommended CBD dose. 

Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @callmeMsConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!Throughout December

The Miracle Holiday Themed Pop-Up Bars open early this year, starting with Thanksgiving, and continuing through Christmas. Included are Miracle on Monroe at Tapa Tapa in Midtown Promenade, a tiki-themed Sippin’ Santa at Bon Ton on Ponce, and Miracle on Highland taking over Parish.

If you’re looking for a place that looks like Santa vomited holiday cheer, Miracle Pop-Up Bars are wildly popular. No reservations accepted, but worth the wait IMO. Each year Miracle uses 160 pounds of hot cocoa, 200 quarts of heavy cream, 200 pounds of pecans, 800 pounds of sugar, 6,000 eggs, 20 pounds of Chai tea, and 4000 cinnamon sticks.

Miracle on Highland served 18,000 Christmas cocktails last year, or 1,500 Christmapolitans per week. For the final amount of holiday cheese, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” plays hourly. Praise the Lord. 

!!THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5 — SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8

Curious Holiday Encounters — "A curated, popular festival of interactive/immersive performance; truth from all corners of our vibrant city. Celebrate the holidays through non-traditional art and celebration with seven new works created by some Atlanta artists, including Theatre Du Reve, Full Radius Dance, and Little Five Points Rock Star Orchestra."

TBH, I’m a noob to this, but it jumped out, and I’m a big fan of everything I’ve witnessed at 7Stages. 

$15-$25.Thurs., Dec. 5, 7-10 p.m.; Fri., Dec. 6, 7-10 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 7, 7-10 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 8, 5-8 p.m. 7 Stages, 1105 Euclid Ave. N.E. 404-523-7647. 7Stages.org

!!FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6

The Sundogs Present: The Tom Petty Show — A Tom Petty cover band going strong since 2011, for those unfamiliar with The Sundogs, they are a collective made up of brothers Will and Lee Harraway, blues guitarist and songwriter Jon Harris, renowned guitar slinger Benji Shanks, drummer Kevin Leahy, and keyboardist Kevin Thomas. For one special night a year, The Sundogs perform a Tom Petty tribute, all night. This year, a special guest is Lilly Winwood, daughter of Steve. Dance, drink, and be merry. RIP, TP. 

$18-$35. 8 p.m. Center Stage Theater, 1374 West Peachtree St. 404-885-1365. www.centerstage-atlanta.com

!!SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7

Wreck the Halls: The 2019 L5P Krampus Krawl — Krampus and his black goats take over Little Five Points. "Each year the ominous sound of jingling bells and chains fills the air. Cloven-hoofed, horned creatures of the night descend upon the streets of L5P."

This L5P tradition was inspired by 2015’s Krampus, the campy, devilish holiday film and cult classic based on Austro-Bavarian folklore, chronicling the hunt for the half goat-half demon creature, Krampus, who is out to punish naughty children. In true creative L5P fashion, the Krawl features disturbing images and live animals.

Krampi will gather at the Star Bar at 8 p.m. and roam to The Brewhouse Cafe, Little 5 Points Corner Tavern, ending at Java Lords with a brief swing by El Myr. If you’re not into goats, you might wanna stay out of Little 5 that evening.

Free. 8 p.m. The Star Bar, 437 Moreland Ave. N.E. 404-500-4942 Wreck The Halls: The Little Five Points Krampus Krawl

Wreath-Making — Don’t forget to balance party hopping with crafts this season. Garden*Hood nursery is making spirits bright with this is drop-in class. Materials will be set up, just pick your size, materials, and deck the halls. I prefer the more-is-more approach when it comes to holiday glitz. *adds xtra mistletoe to everything* 

Pro-tip: I recommend signing up for Homestead Atlanta. They send makers classes all over the city, plus you get a discount on workshops. Y’all. We can learn how to make our own bread and butter. In 2.5 hours. Or get melty in a welding class, hand stitch a leather wallet, and carve our own spoons. A full course load from The Homestead Atl calendar would likely help you survive the apocalypse a wee bit longer. 

$25 (10%) off for Homestead Atlanta Members. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Two classes, Saturday, Dec. 7 and Saturday, Dec. 14. See the “Explore Workshops” calendar @Thehomesteadatl.com

!!SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8

Christmas at Dollywood — Unfortunately, the Miss Universe pageant forgot to call me, again, to compete, but that goes down at the new Tyler Perry Studios in Fort McPherson, just south of the city. 

The Move typically encourages readers to get out in the world, but when Dolly Parton has a new Hallmark Channel holiday movie special, cancel all plans or DVR it. I will be snuggled in a onesie with dog and hot toddy, and let Dolly take me to Dollywood.  A classic, cringe-worthy Hallmark plot, set during Christmas at Dollywood, follows Rachel, an event planner and single mom who goes home to her Appalachian hometown tasked with planning the 30th Dollywood annual Smoky Mountain Christmas extravaganza. Of course there’s drama when Rachel and the protagonist don’t have the same vision. This is sure to be an Oscar-worthy film. Dolly Parton plays Dolly Parton.

8 p.m. Hallmark Channel (as in television)

!!SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14

Hemp Holiday Market Meet and Greet — Aviva, of Aviva and the Flying Penguins, obviously, was kind enough to be a guest on my podcast. She’s a weed activist and a songwriter who does tons of community work to help move us forward into unchartered hemp territory. Aviva educates on cars running on cannabis and building houses out of hemp materials. Nearly every month, you can catch a workshop or meet-up with Aviva. 

Aviva’s throwing a casual meet-and-greet at Golden Drops Cafe in Decatur. “We will be discussing farming hemp in Georgia and legislation advocacy, and group brainstorming on creating an amazing, cohesive, eco-friendly hemp industry in Georgia.” If you have even the slightest curiosity about weed, I recommend going to any of Aviva’s laid-back, inclusive gatherings. 

No charge to attend. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Golden Drops Café, 1788 Clairmont Road. 404-968-9981. www.goldendropscafe.com

The Holiday Puckin’ Fuppet Show — Puppets. Love ’em/hate ’em, these underground puppet shows are getting popular — think puppet shorts for adults, often in a small clubs and art spaces. There’s a union of vaudeville, burlesque, and performance art, with some experimentation. This particular group, "The Puckin’ Fuppet Show," presents a late-night puppet slam to DragonCon goers, with record-breaking audience numbers. 

How do you feel about audience participation? At any moment, guests are vulnerable to having candy thrown in their face (wrapped, we hope), being challenged to funnel eggnog, or worse/better, competing in a candy cane deep-throat contest. On the fence about that last one. I supposed if it’s consensual and gender-neutral it could be entertaining. Pretty fresh for $10. 

$10. 11 p.m.-1 a.m. 18+. Village Theatre, 349 Decatur St. S.E. 404-688-8858. www.villagecomedy.com Tickets

!!SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15

Queer Yoga, Deep Stretch — In the midst of carb season, it’s important to remember how to move, bend, and stretch, not just for extra rolls, but for our wellness. This all-levels deep stretch is as inclusive as it gets, typically with no Lululemon insight. 

Instructor Patrick Joseph Boston, or “Trish,” weaves gracefully and honestly through a 90-minute class. It is not stressful. It is not strenuous. It’s perfect for a Sunday stretch. Post-class, jingle all the way next door for FREE specialty coffee, provided by Counter Culture Coffee, and conversation. Trish is also a coffee connoisseur. A true Jill of all trades. 

Suggested contribution $15. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance Clubs of Atlanta @ King Plow Arts Center, 887 West Marietta St. N.W. J-105. 04-885-9933. www.kingplow.com

!!THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19

House of ALXNDR presents The Big Queer Game Show! — Joy to drag! And game shows. Get an extra dose of queer in your diet at The Big Queer Game Show! at the Bakery. Performers and attendees can play Password, the Newlywed Game, and Jeopardy for prizes.

Hosted by + featuring performances from the House of ALXNDR:  Avana ALXNDR, Folly Nation, Molly Rimswell, Rrruby Fiasco, and House Mother TAYLOR ALXNDR. Likely a lot of stellar Instagram footage. Plenty of vehicle parking at the Bakery, preferably no reindeer parking. 

$5-$20 sliding scale + suggested. 10 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. www.thebakeryatlanta.com

!!TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31

New Years Eve 2019 — New Year’s Eve is canceled — for me, at least. I resigned from the well-known amateur night a few years back, and wish I’d made the decision sooner. It is the evening to overpay for hotels, transportation, booze, entertainment, and dignity. With so much going on year-round in ATL (#blessed), I can sit NYE out. I will take my seat on the couch, happily sipping cheap red, blazing with Blitzen since he’s off till next Xmas, and stream Phish live from Madison Square Garden. Adios, 2019! It’s been a great ride."
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This month, on The Move … Dear Santa, please legalize marijuana. Until then, let’s jingle-all-the-way into wreath making in Grant Park, mingle with Christmaspolitans, and gift suggestions for my THOTs on The Move - THRIFT. Regifting is recycling, so don’t be afraid to re-share that candle that keeps on giving. As Marie Kondo would say, if that shit don’t bring you joy regift it. Maybe that’s not exactly the sentiment but you get the point. News flash! NYE is canceled!

__~~#000000:Good Tidings:~~__ Hartsfield offish signed off on having a CBD vending machine in the atrium during the holiday travel season. Customers will input info, such as flight duration, age, and ailments, and the vending machine will suggest the recommended CBD dose. 

__~~#000000:Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth:~~__ Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @callmeMsConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!__Throughout December__

__~~#000000:The Miracle Holiday Themed Pop-Up Bars~~__ open early this year, starting with Thanksgiving, and continuing through Christmas. Included are Miracle on Monroe at Tapa Tapa in Midtown Promenade, a tiki-themed Sippin’ Santa at Bon Ton on Ponce, and Miracle on Highland taking over Parish.

If you’re looking for a place that looks like Santa vomited holiday cheer, Miracle Pop-Up Bars are wildly popular. No reservations accepted, but worth the wait IMO. Each year Miracle uses 160 pounds of hot cocoa, 200 quarts of heavy cream, 200 pounds of pecans, 800 pounds of sugar, 6,000 eggs, 20 pounds of Chai tea, and 4000 cinnamon sticks.

Miracle on Highland served 18,000 Christmas cocktails last year, or 1,500 Christmapolitans per week. For the final amount of holiday cheese, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” plays hourly. Praise the Lord. 

!!__THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5 — SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8__

__~~#000000:Curious Holiday Encounters~~__ — "A curated, popular festival of interactive/immersive performance; truth from all corners of our vibrant city. Celebrate the holidays through non-traditional art and celebration with seven new works created by some Atlanta artists, including Theatre Du Reve, Full Radius Dance, and Little Five Points Rock Star Orchestra."

TBH, I’m a noob to this, but it jumped out, and I’m a big fan of everything I’ve witnessed at [https://www.7stages.org/|7Stages]. 

''$15-$25.Thurs., Dec. 5, 7-10 p.m.; Fri., Dec. 6, 7-10 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 7, 7-10 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 8, 5-8 p.m. 7 Stages, 1105 Euclid Ave. N.E. 404-523-7647. 7Stages.org''

!!__FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6__

__~~#000000:[https://sundogs.net/|The Sundogs] Present: The Tom Petty Show~~__ — A Tom Petty cover band going strong since 2011, for those unfamiliar with The Sundogs, they are a collective made up of brothers Will and Lee Harraway, blues guitarist and songwriter Jon Harris, renowned guitar slinger Benji Shanks, drummer Kevin Leahy, and keyboardist Kevin Thomas. For one special night a year, The Sundogs perform a Tom Petty tribute, all night. This year, a special guest is Lilly Winwood, daughter of Steve. Dance, drink, and be merry. RIP, TP. 

''$18-$35. 8 p.m. Center Stage Theater, 1374 West Peachtree St. 404-885-1365. www.centerstage-atlanta.com''

!!__SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7__

__~~#000000:Wreck the Halls: The 2019 L5P Krampus Krawl~~__ — Krampus and his black goats take over Little Five Points. "Each year the ominous sound of jingling bells and chains fills the air. Cloven-hoofed, horned creatures of the night descend upon the streets of L5P."

This L5P tradition was inspired by 2015’s ''Krampus'', the campy, devilish holiday film and cult classic based on Austro-Bavarian folklore, chronicling the hunt for the half goat-half demon creature, Krampus, who is out to punish naughty children. In true creative L5P fashion, the Krawl features disturbing images and live animals.

Krampi will gather at the Star Bar at 8 p.m. and roam to The Brewhouse Cafe, Little 5 Points Corner Tavern, ending at Java Lords with a brief swing by El Myr. If you’re not into goats, you might wanna stay out of Little 5 that evening.

''Free. 8 p.m. The Star Bar, 437 Moreland Ave. N.E. 404-500-4942 [https://facebook.com/Wreck-The-Halls-The-Little-5-Points-Krampus-Krawl-628007820571409|Wreck The Halls: The Little Five Points Krampus Krawl]''

__~~#000000:Wreath-Making~~__ — Don’t forget to balance party hopping with crafts this season. Garden*Hood nursery is making spirits bright with this is drop-in class. Materials will be set up, just pick your size, materials, and deck the halls. I prefer the more-is-more approach when it comes to holiday glitz. *adds xtra mistletoe to everything* 

__~~#000000:Pro-tip:~~__ I recommend signing up for Homestead Atlanta. They send makers classes all over the city, plus you get a discount on workshops. Y’all. We can learn how to make our own bread and butter. In 2.5 hours. Or get melty in a welding class, hand stitch a leather wallet, and carve our own spoons. A full course load from The Homestead Atl calendar would likely help you survive the apocalypse a wee bit longer. 

''$25 (10%) off for [https://www.thehomesteadatl.com/|Homestead Atlanta ]Members. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Two classes, Saturday, Dec. 7 and Saturday, Dec. 14. See the “Explore Workshops” calendar @Thehomesteadatl.com''

!!__SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8__

__''~~#000000:Christmas at Dollywood~~''__ — Unfortunately, the Miss Universe pageant forgot to call me, again, to compete, but that goes down at the new Tyler Perry Studios in Fort McPherson, just south of the city. 

The Move typically encourages readers to get out in the world, but when Dolly Parton has a new Hallmark Channel holiday movie special, cancel all plans or DVR it. I will be snuggled in a onesie with dog and hot toddy, and let Dolly take me to Dollywood.  A classic, cringe-worthy Hallmark plot, set during Christmas at Dollywood, follows Rachel, an event planner and single mom who goes home to her Appalachian hometown tasked with planning the 30th Dollywood annual Smoky Mountain Christmas extravaganza. Of course there’s drama when Rachel and the protagonist don’t have the same vision. This is sure to be an Oscar-worthy film. Dolly Parton plays Dolly Parton.

''8 p.m. Hallmark Channel (as in television)''

!!__SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14__

__~~#000000:Hemp Holiday Market Meet and Greet~~__ — Aviva, of Aviva and the Flying Penguins, obviously, was kind enough to be a guest on my podcast. She’s a weed activist and a songwriter who does tons of community work to help move us forward into unchartered hemp territory. Aviva educates on cars running on cannabis and building houses out of hemp materials. Nearly every month, you can catch a workshop or meet-up with Aviva. 

Aviva’s throwing a casual [https://www.facebook.com/events/2434509700131015/|meet-and-greet] at Golden Drops Cafe in Decatur. “We will be discussing farming hemp in Georgia and legislation advocacy, and group brainstorming on creating an amazing, cohesive, eco-friendly hemp industry in Georgia.” If you have even the slightest curiosity about weed, I recommend going to any of Aviva’s laid-back, inclusive gatherings. 

''No charge to attend. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Golden Drops Café, 1788 Clairmont Road. 404-968-9981. www.goldendropscafe.com''

__~~#000000:The Holiday Puckin’ Fuppet Show~~__ — Puppets. Love ’em/hate ’em, these underground puppet shows are getting popular — think puppet shorts for adults, often in a small clubs and art spaces. There’s a union of vaudeville, burlesque, and performance art, with some experimentation. This particular group, "The Puckin’ Fuppet Show," presents a late-night puppet slam to DragonCon goers, with record-breaking audience numbers. 

How do you feel about audience participation? At any moment, guests are vulnerable to having candy thrown in their face (wrapped, we hope), being challenged to funnel eggnog, or worse/better, competing in a candy cane deep-throat contest. On the fence about that last one. I supposed if it’s consensual and gender-neutral it could be entertaining. Pretty fresh for $10. 

''$10. 11 p.m.-1 a.m. 18+. Village Theatre, 349 Decatur St. S.E. 404-688-8858. www.villagecomedy.com [http://www.villagecomedy.com/showtime/the-holiday-puckin-fuppet-show/|Tickets]''

!!__SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15__

__~~#000000:Queer Yoga, Deep Stretch~~__ — In the midst of carb season, it’s important to remember how to move, bend, and stretch, not just for extra rolls, but for our wellness. This all-levels deep stretch is as inclusive as it gets, typically with no Lululemon insight. 

Instructor Patrick Joseph Boston, or “Trish,” weaves gracefully and honestly through a 90-minute class. It is not stressful. It is not strenuous. It’s perfect for a Sunday stretch. Post-class, jingle all the way next door for FREE specialty coffee, provided by Counter Culture Coffee, and conversation. Trish is also a coffee connoisseur. A true Jill of all trades. 

''[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-yoga-deep-stretch-tickets-78315583017?aff=efbevent&fbclid=IwAR2yuLfDywwF1pbgswXKGoksoIIz4bRG7KrrKMZ-QwFgTx9CkuX_JgHaQIw|Suggested contribution $15]. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance Clubs of Atlanta @ King Plow Arts Center, 887 West Marietta St. N.W. J-105. 04-885-9933. www.kingplow.com''

!!__THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19__

__~~#000000:House of ALXNDR presents [https://www.facebook.com/events/2284778261812690/|The Big Queer Game Show!]~~__ — Joy to drag! And game shows. Get an extra dose of queer in your diet at The Big Queer Game Show! at the Bakery. Performers and attendees can play Password, the Newlywed Game, and Jeopardy for prizes.

Hosted by + featuring performances from the [https://www.instagram.com/houseofalxndr/?fbclid=IwAR1wp1_hgsVLIrU2cZwxoF46TsdaqsvzhiAnlzHlFGIJde8H5rIoEKaGBcw|House of ALXNDR:]  Avana ALXNDR, Folly Nation, Molly Rimswell, Rrruby Fiasco, and House Mother TAYLOR ALXNDR. Likely a lot of stellar Instagram footage. Plenty of vehicle parking at the Bakery, preferably no reindeer parking. 

''$5-$20 sliding scale + suggested. 10 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. www.thebakeryatlanta.com''

!!__TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31__

__~~#000000:New Years Eve 2019~~__ — New Year’s Eve is canceled — for me, at least. I resigned from the well-known amateur night a few years back, and wish I’d made the decision sooner. It is the evening to overpay for hotels, transportation, booze, entertainment, and dignity. With so much going on year-round in ATL (#blessed), I can sit NYE out. I will take my seat on the couch, happily sipping cheap red, blazing with Blitzen since he’s off till next Xmas, and stream Phish live from Madison Square Garden. Adios, 2019! It’s been a great ride."
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  string(11007) " Monroe1 Web  2019-12-03T20:14:56+00:00 Monroe1-web.jpg     themove Hey, y’all! What’s the move? Monroe1 Web   2019-12-03T20:05:09+00:00  THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - December 2019 jim.harris Jim Harris Ema Carr ema.carr (Ema Carr) 2019-12-03T20:05:09+00:00 The Move is a column intended to help you beat the fight against basic, one move at a time. Look here for all the best underground, and some above ground, events in ATL. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of disco and yoga. Warning of side effects: Overdose of culture and queerdom,  bloated bank account from lack of overpriced ticket purchase, confusion meeting clarity via mind, body and soul. Consume at your own risk.

This month, on The Move … Dear Santa, please legalize marijuana. Until then, let’s jingle-all-the-way into wreath making in Grant Park, mingle with Christmaspolitans, and gift suggestions for my THOTs on The Move - THRIFT. Regifting is recycling, so don’t be afraid to re-share that candle that keeps on giving. As Marie Kondo would say, if that shit don’t bring you joy regift it. Maybe that’s not exactly the sentiment but you get the point. News flash! NYE is canceled!

Good Tidings: Hartsfield offish signed off on having a CBD vending machine in the atrium during the holiday travel season. Customers will input info, such as flight duration, age, and ailments, and the vending machine will suggest the recommended CBD dose. 

Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @callmeMsConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!Throughout December

The Miracle Holiday Themed Pop-Up Bars open early this year, starting with Thanksgiving, and continuing through Christmas. Included are Miracle on Monroe at Tapa Tapa in Midtown Promenade, a tiki-themed Sippin’ Santa at Bon Ton on Ponce, and Miracle on Highland taking over Parish.

If you’re looking for a place that looks like Santa vomited holiday cheer, Miracle Pop-Up Bars are wildly popular. No reservations accepted, but worth the wait IMO. Each year Miracle uses 160 pounds of hot cocoa, 200 quarts of heavy cream, 200 pounds of pecans, 800 pounds of sugar, 6,000 eggs, 20 pounds of Chai tea, and 4000 cinnamon sticks.

Miracle on Highland served 18,000 Christmas cocktails last year, or 1,500 Christmapolitans per week. For the final amount of holiday cheese, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” plays hourly. Praise the Lord. 

!!THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5 — SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8

Curious Holiday Encounters — "A curated, popular festival of interactive/immersive performance; truth from all corners of our vibrant city. Celebrate the holidays through non-traditional art and celebration with seven new works created by some Atlanta artists, including Theatre Du Reve, Full Radius Dance, and Little Five Points Rock Star Orchestra."

TBH, I’m a noob to this, but it jumped out, and I’m a big fan of everything I’ve witnessed at 7Stages. 

$15-$25.Thurs., Dec. 5, 7-10 p.m.; Fri., Dec. 6, 7-10 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 7, 7-10 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 8, 5-8 p.m. 7 Stages, 1105 Euclid Ave. N.E. 404-523-7647. 7Stages.org

!!FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6

The Sundogs Present: The Tom Petty Show — A Tom Petty cover band going strong since 2011, for those unfamiliar with The Sundogs, they are a collective made up of brothers Will and Lee Harraway, blues guitarist and songwriter Jon Harris, renowned guitar slinger Benji Shanks, drummer Kevin Leahy, and keyboardist Kevin Thomas. For one special night a year, The Sundogs perform a Tom Petty tribute, all night. This year, a special guest is Lilly Winwood, daughter of Steve. Dance, drink, and be merry. RIP, TP. 

$18-$35. 8 p.m. Center Stage Theater, 1374 West Peachtree St. 404-885-1365. www.centerstage-atlanta.com

!!SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7

Wreck the Halls: The 2019 L5P Krampus Krawl — Krampus and his black goats take over Little Five Points. "Each year the ominous sound of jingling bells and chains fills the air. Cloven-hoofed, horned creatures of the night descend upon the streets of L5P."

This L5P tradition was inspired by 2015’s Krampus, the campy, devilish holiday film and cult classic based on Austro-Bavarian folklore, chronicling the hunt for the half goat-half demon creature, Krampus, who is out to punish naughty children. In true creative L5P fashion, the Krawl features disturbing images and live animals.

Krampi will gather at the Star Bar at 8 p.m. and roam to The Brewhouse Cafe, Little 5 Points Corner Tavern, ending at Java Lords with a brief swing by El Myr. If you’re not into goats, you might wanna stay out of Little 5 that evening.

Free. 8 p.m. The Star Bar, 437 Moreland Ave. N.E. 404-500-4942 Wreck The Halls: The Little Five Points Krampus Krawl

Wreath-Making — Don’t forget to balance party hopping with crafts this season. Garden*Hood nursery is making spirits bright with this is drop-in class. Materials will be set up, just pick your size, materials, and deck the halls. I prefer the more-is-more approach when it comes to holiday glitz. *adds xtra mistletoe to everything* 

Pro-tip: I recommend signing up for Homestead Atlanta. They send makers classes all over the city, plus you get a discount on workshops. Y’all. We can learn how to make our own bread and butter. In 2.5 hours. Or get melty in a welding class, hand stitch a leather wallet, and carve our own spoons. A full course load from The Homestead Atl calendar would likely help you survive the apocalypse a wee bit longer. 

$25 (10%) off for Homestead Atlanta Members. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Two classes, Saturday, Dec. 7 and Saturday, Dec. 14. See the “Explore Workshops” calendar @Thehomesteadatl.com

!!SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8

Christmas at Dollywood — Unfortunately, the Miss Universe pageant forgot to call me, again, to compete, but that goes down at the new Tyler Perry Studios in Fort McPherson, just south of the city. 

The Move typically encourages readers to get out in the world, but when Dolly Parton has a new Hallmark Channel holiday movie special, cancel all plans or DVR it. I will be snuggled in a onesie with dog and hot toddy, and let Dolly take me to Dollywood.  A classic, cringe-worthy Hallmark plot, set during Christmas at Dollywood, follows Rachel, an event planner and single mom who goes home to her Appalachian hometown tasked with planning the 30th Dollywood annual Smoky Mountain Christmas extravaganza. Of course there’s drama when Rachel and the protagonist don’t have the same vision. This is sure to be an Oscar-worthy film. Dolly Parton plays Dolly Parton.

8 p.m. Hallmark Channel (as in television)

!!SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14

Hemp Holiday Market Meet and Greet — Aviva, of Aviva and the Flying Penguins, obviously, was kind enough to be a guest on my podcast. She’s a weed activist and a songwriter who does tons of community work to help move us forward into unchartered hemp territory. Aviva educates on cars running on cannabis and building houses out of hemp materials. Nearly every month, you can catch a workshop or meet-up with Aviva. 

Aviva’s throwing a casual meet-and-greet at Golden Drops Cafe in Decatur. “We will be discussing farming hemp in Georgia and legislation advocacy, and group brainstorming on creating an amazing, cohesive, eco-friendly hemp industry in Georgia.” If you have even the slightest curiosity about weed, I recommend going to any of Aviva’s laid-back, inclusive gatherings. 

No charge to attend. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Golden Drops Café, 1788 Clairmont Road. 404-968-9981. www.goldendropscafe.com

The Holiday Puckin’ Fuppet Show — Puppets. Love ’em/hate ’em, these underground puppet shows are getting popular — think puppet shorts for adults, often in a small clubs and art spaces. There’s a union of vaudeville, burlesque, and performance art, with some experimentation. This particular group, "The Puckin’ Fuppet Show," presents a late-night puppet slam to DragonCon goers, with record-breaking audience numbers. 

How do you feel about audience participation? At any moment, guests are vulnerable to having candy thrown in their face (wrapped, we hope), being challenged to funnel eggnog, or worse/better, competing in a candy cane deep-throat contest. On the fence about that last one. I supposed if it’s consensual and gender-neutral it could be entertaining. Pretty fresh for $10. 

$10. 11 p.m.-1 a.m. 18+. Village Theatre, 349 Decatur St. S.E. 404-688-8858. www.villagecomedy.com Tickets

!!SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15

Queer Yoga, Deep Stretch — In the midst of carb season, it’s important to remember how to move, bend, and stretch, not just for extra rolls, but for our wellness. This all-levels deep stretch is as inclusive as it gets, typically with no Lululemon insight. 

Instructor Patrick Joseph Boston, or “Trish,” weaves gracefully and honestly through a 90-minute class. It is not stressful. It is not strenuous. It’s perfect for a Sunday stretch. Post-class, jingle all the way next door for FREE specialty coffee, provided by Counter Culture Coffee, and conversation. Trish is also a coffee connoisseur. A true Jill of all trades. 

Suggested contribution $15. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance Clubs of Atlanta @ King Plow Arts Center, 887 West Marietta St. N.W. J-105. 04-885-9933. www.kingplow.com

!!THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19

House of ALXNDR presents The Big Queer Game Show! — Joy to drag! And game shows. Get an extra dose of queer in your diet at The Big Queer Game Show! at the Bakery. Performers and attendees can play Password, the Newlywed Game, and Jeopardy for prizes.

Hosted by + featuring performances from the House of ALXNDR:  Avana ALXNDR, Folly Nation, Molly Rimswell, Rrruby Fiasco, and House Mother TAYLOR ALXNDR. Likely a lot of stellar Instagram footage. Plenty of vehicle parking at the Bakery, preferably no reindeer parking. 

$5-$20 sliding scale + suggested. 10 p.m. The Bakery Atlanta, 825 Warner St. S.W. www.thebakeryatlanta.com

!!TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31

New Years Eve 2019 — New Year’s Eve is canceled — for me, at least. I resigned from the well-known amateur night a few years back, and wish I’d made the decision sooner. It is the evening to overpay for hotels, transportation, booze, entertainment, and dignity. With so much going on year-round in ATL (#blessed), I can sit NYE out. I will take my seat on the couch, happily sipping cheap red, blazing with Blitzen since he’s off till next Xmas, and stream Phish live from Madison Square Garden. Adios, 2019! It’s been a great ride.    Ryan Fleisher GOODWILL TO ALL: Last year’s Miracle on Monroe (at Tapa Tapa).  0,0,10    themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - December 2019 "
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Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates: @CallMeMissConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2
”Girls That Go Bump in the Night,” Naked Girls Reading — I’m attracted to nudity, love a good topless beach, and wish, almost daily, that I could ride my bike topless with zero fux given by anyone in sight. I’m that person who replaces female nipples on the internet with those of a man to prove a nipple is just a nipple. Naturally, when I see an event with the word “naked,” I’m intrigued. No, I am not a pervert, I just don’t like being told what to do with my body, period!

“Naked Girls Reading” first started in Chicago “in March of 2009 as an idea of two international showgirls, Michelle L’amour and Franky Vivid. It is a group of beautiful ladies who love to read … naked. That’s really it. There’s not a whole lot more to it.” I have so many questions, but I guess I’ll just have to attend to find out. BTW, this Atlanta show celebrates All Souls Day with ghost and horror stories. $20. 8:30 p.m. (doors). Metropolitan Studios, 1259 Metropolitan Ave. S.E. 404-219-2003. 

!!!THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7–SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play — Fringe Fest Atlanta is in its sixth year with 543 curtain calls and counting. This year’s standout performance is one that has already sold out shows across the U.S. Josephine portrays the celebrity life of Josephine Baker, an American ex-pat who moved to France in the 1920s and found success in film as a black woman. “(Baker) starred alongside white romantic leading men in films in the ’30s, had multiple interracial marriages and homosexual relationships, and performed in men’s clothing before the term ‘drag’ existed in the lexicon.”

On playing the lead role, performer Tymisha Harris says, "I believe the time is long overdue for strong women of color to have their voices heard and their stories told. Playing Josephine Baker for the last three years has made me a better performer and human. To be able to share this story that touches hearts and minds across the world has been the most fulfilling artistic endeavor of my life."

Atlanta Fringe Festival takes place over several days in venues across the city. You have four opportunities to catch “a burlesque cabaret dream play” at the Southwest Arts Center. Though it was established in 2001, I’m just learning of the Center now myself. It was the first Fulton County spot created for the sole purpose of inspiring and housing the arts. It is also MARTA-friendly. Take the train to the West End and hop a short bus. Have you been on a MARTA bus lately? They are clean, virtually empty, and it’s legal to text and ride. $25. 8 p.m. Nov. 7-9. 2 p.m. Sun., Nov. 10. Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Road S.W. 404-613-3220. 

!!!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Condom Couture — When it comes to philanthropic creativity, this event fits like a condom. Yes, you read it right and no, it’s not a dirty word. Condom Couture Atlanta is shredding sexual taboos, raising money for Planned Parenthood, and supporting local artists with their upcoming fashion runway show at the Westside Cultural Center.

“We're doing this to raise awareness and funds for reproductive health care services, advocacy, and education in Georgia. For men, women, and families; all inclusive of cultures, genders and identities.” — Condom Couture Atlanta.

Local designers will create fashion lewks from condoms. They prefer to work with non-lubed condoms for garments, I’m told. $50-$300. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Westside Cultural Arts Center, 760 10th St. 404-594-6412.

The Original Mannequin Project 2019 — Four years ago, Atlantan Grayton Pinkston was born — and quickly diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Almost immediately, a group of his family and friends formed Grayton’s Guardians to raise money for cystic fibrosis research. To date, they have participated in numerous walks and adventures around the country in Grayton’s name. Just last month, members of Grayton’s Guardians hiked from the south ridge of the Grand Canyon to the north ridge to raise awareness and funding for cystic fibrosis research.

The upcoming Atlanta event, however, is a little different. Thrown in true Melrose & McQueen fashion, this is a party. There will be free beer, prizes, and antics at the Basement in EAV for the eighth year of The Mannequin Project, Melrose & McQueen’s annual charitable event. Each year, a different cause is chosen. I asked Grayton’s uncle, Mike Dean, about the connection between Grayton’s Guardians and the hair salon, and it’s quite a charming story.

“Our family’s story with Melrose and McQueen started seven years ago at Inman Park Fest. I dropped by because they were having a party, and the next thing I knew, I was getting my hair cut there each month. Sometimes I even dropped in with my dog, Buckley, who the staff adored. Slowly, each family member started going to Melrose. My wife Natalie, my sister, my brother in law, my mom, and my dad. Kristo and his team have always felt like an extended family. Once Grayton needed his first haircut he naturally was going to go where the rest of the family goes. Grayton's now goes to Melrose for his haircuts. Kristo, Amber, Laura, Kenny, and team usually stop by to say hey, and they talk about Grayton’s favorite subject: monster trucks. Next time you drop by the shop, take a look behind the bar and you’ll see pictures of Grayton and Buckley back there.

“We’re honored to have Grayton’s Guardians partner up with the Mannequin Project,” Dean continues, “because it’s different than other charity events. We love that it supports one of our favorite local businesses along with local artists in the community. We hope to see you there.” $10. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. 21+. The Basement, 1245 Glenwood Ave. S.E. 404-622-8686.

!!!WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Mommie Dearest at The Plaza Theatre — This month’s installment of Wussy programming at the Plaza Theatre is the usual camp cult genre, with Faye Dunaway starring in Mommie Dearest. According to her fellow cast members, Dunaway was more difficult and terrifying than the role of Joan Crawford she was playing. I can’t imagine anyone over the age of 30 who hasn’t seen this film, but you’ll want to clear your closet of wire hangers before you return home. $15. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. The Plaza Theater, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. 470-225-6503.

!!!FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
Wahine’s Hideaway Vol. 1 — DJ Wahine is back, Atlanta, and establishing a new TROPICAL party, inside for the winter. This kitschy, tiki-themed party pops up at Edgewood SPKEZ (that’s Speakeasy for those who need more vowels) and encourages tropical lewks. Expect to hear warm sounds of funk and tropical disco.

Wahine on why she decided to rejoin the DJ scene, “I’ve been spinning since ’04 but took a long hiatus and didn’t come back to it until earlier this year. ATL’s very welcoming scene has been a big part of that return.” $10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Edgewood SPKEZ, 327A Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-343-4404. 

!!!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23
Kinetic Light: “Descent” — The Georgia Tech Arts department has a new director, Dr. Aaron Shackelford. We met at the Ferst Center last month while an aerialist performed high above us on campus during a light and audio mash-up. Wearing a chic scarf and blazer in 90 percent humidity, Shackelford looks the part of a new art director, committing to the scarf despite the heat. His excitement to be in this new role is obvious — and infectious.

The performance I’m most looking forward to this month is by Kinetic Light, a team of dancers in wheelchairs who appear to defy gravity. Kinetic Light has traveled the globe performing “on an architectural ramp with hills, curves, and peaks” in shows that “celebrate the pleasure of reckless abandon.” $15-$25. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Ferst Center for the Arts, Georgia Tech, 349 Ferst Drive N.W. 404-894-9600.

Nonsense ATL presents Atlanta Disco Society + special guest Ree de la Vega — It tiz zee season to hold up in a dark room and dance with strangers. It’s the only way to exist in cold temps, IMO. OK, obviously I like to do a lot of other activities in cold temps, but dressing in a disco lewk is def high on the list.

“Four times a year, Atlanta Disco Society celebrates the glamour, debauchery, and decadence of the Studio 54 era. With red carpets, a light-up dance floor, next-level fashion and lewks, and disco music from the 1970s through today, ADS is always a night to remember. For the November edition, we’re especially excited to have Ree de la Vega as our special guest, playing along with DJ Kimber.” — Nonsense ATL. $10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. The Basement, 1245 Glenwood Ave. S.E. 404-622-8686. "
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Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates: @CallMeMissConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!!__SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2__
__”Girls That Go Bump in the Night,” Naked Girls Reading__ — I’m attracted to nudity, love a good topless beach, and wish, almost daily, that I could ride my bike topless with zero fux given by anyone in sight. I’m that person who replaces female nipples on the internet with those of a man to prove a nipple is just a nipple. Naturally, when I see an event with the word “naked,” I’m intrigued. No, I am not a pervert, I just don’t like being told what to do with my body, period!

“[https://nakedgirlsreading.com|Naked Girls Reading]” first started in Chicago “in March of 2009 as an idea of two international showgirls, Michelle L’amour and Franky Vivid. It is a group of beautiful ladies who love to read … naked. That’s really it. There’s not a whole lot more to it.” I have so many questions, but I guess I’ll just have to attend to find out. BTW, this [https://www.facebook.com/NGRATL/|Atlanta show] celebrates All Souls Day with ghost and horror stories. ''$20. 8:30 p.m. (doors). Metropolitan Studios, 1259 Metropolitan Ave. S.E. 404-219-2003. ''

!!!__THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7–SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10__
__Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play__ — Fringe Fest Atlanta is in its sixth year with 543 curtain calls and counting. This year’s standout performance is one that has already sold out shows across the U.S. ''[https://josephinetheplay.com|Josephine]'' portrays the celebrity life of Josephine Baker, an American ex-pat who moved to France in the 1920s and found success in film as a black woman. “(Baker) starred alongside white romantic leading men in films in the ’30s, had multiple interracial marriages and homosexual relationships, and performed in men’s clothing before the term ‘drag’ existed in the lexicon.”

On playing the lead role, performer Tymisha Harris says, "I believe the time is long overdue for strong women of color to have their voices heard and their stories told. Playing Josephine Baker for the last three years has made me a better performer and human. To be able to share this story that touches hearts and minds across the world has been the most fulfilling artistic endeavor of my life."

[https://atlantafringe.org/2019-festival/|Atlanta Fringe Festival] takes place over several days in venues across the city. You have four opportunities to catch “a burlesque cabaret dream play” at the Southwest Arts Center. Though it was established in 2001, I’m just learning of the Center now myself. It was the first Fulton County spot created for the sole purpose of inspiring and housing the arts. It is also MARTA-friendly. Take the train to the West End and hop a short bus. Have you been on a MARTA bus lately? They are clean, virtually empty, and it’s legal to text and ride. ''$25. 8 p.m. Nov. 7-9. 2 p.m. Sun., Nov. 10. [http://fultonarts.org/index.php/art-centers/southwest-arts-center|Southwest Arts Center], 915 New Hope Road S.W. 404-613-3220. ''

!!!__SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9__
__Condom Couture__ — When it comes to philanthropic creativity, this event fits like a condom. Yes, you read it right and no, it’s not a dirty word. [https://www.condomcoutureatl.com|Condom Couture Atlanta] is shredding sexual taboos, raising money for Planned Parenthood, and supporting local artists with their upcoming fashion runway show at the Westside Cultural Center.

“We're doing this to raise awareness and funds for reproductive health care services, advocacy, and education in Georgia. For men, women, and families; all inclusive of cultures, genders and identities.” — Condom Couture Atlanta.

Local designers will create fashion lewks from condoms. They prefer to work with non-lubed condoms for garments, I’m told. ''$50-$300. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. [https://www.westsideartscenter.com|Westside Cultural Arts Center], 760 10th St. 404-594-6412.''

__[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-original-mannequin-project-2019-tickets-75234062105|The Original Mannequin Project 2019]__ — Four years ago, Atlantan Grayton Pinkston was born — and quickly diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Almost immediately, a group of his family and friends formed Grayton’s Guardians to raise money for cystic fibrosis research. To date, they have participated in numerous walks and adventures around the country in Grayton’s name. Just last month, members of [http://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR?company_id=3271&pg=national_company|Grayton’s Guardians] hiked from the south ridge of the Grand Canyon to the north ridge to raise awareness and funding for cystic fibrosis research.

The upcoming Atlanta event, however, is a little different. Thrown in true Melrose & McQueen fashion, this is a party. There will be free beer, prizes, and antics at the Basement in EAV for the eighth year of The Mannequin Project, [http://www.melroseandmcqueen.com|Melrose & McQueen]’s annual charitable event. Each year, a different cause is chosen. I asked Grayton’s uncle, Mike Dean, about the connection between Grayton’s Guardians and the hair salon, and it’s quite a charming story.

“Our family’s story with Melrose and McQueen started seven years ago at Inman Park Fest. I dropped by because they were having a party, and the next thing I knew, I was getting my hair cut there each month. Sometimes I even dropped in with my dog, Buckley, who the staff adored. Slowly, each family member started going to Melrose. My wife Natalie, my sister, my brother in law, my mom, and my dad. Kristo and his team have always felt like an extended family. Once Grayton needed his first haircut he naturally was going to go where the rest of the family goes. Grayton's now goes to Melrose for his haircuts. Kristo, Amber, Laura, Kenny, and team usually stop by to say hey, and they talk about Grayton’s favorite subject: monster trucks. Next time you drop by the shop, take a look behind the bar and you’ll see pictures of Grayton and Buckley back there.

“We’re honored to have Grayton’s Guardians partner up with the Mannequin Project,” Dean continues, “because it’s different than other charity events. We love that it supports one of our favorite local businesses along with local artists in the community. We hope to see you there.” ''$10. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. 21+. The [https://basementatl.com|Basement, 1245 Glenwood Ave. S.E.] 404-622-8686.''

!!!__WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13__
__Mommie Dearest at [https://plazaatlanta.com|The Plaza Theatre]__ — This month’s installment of Wussy programming at the Plaza Theatre is the usual camp cult genre, with Faye Dunaway starring in ''Mommie Dearest''. According to her fellow cast members, Dunaway was more difficult and terrifying than the role of Joan Crawford she was playing. I can’t imagine anyone over the age of 30 who hasn’t seen this film, but you’ll want to clear your closet of wire hangers before you return home. ''$15. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. The Plaza Theater, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. 470-225-6503.''

!!!__FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15__
__[https://www.facebook.com/events/503963173516707/|Wahine’s Hideaway Vol. 1]__ — DJ Wahine is back, Atlanta, and establishing a new TROPICAL party, inside for the winter. This kitschy, tiki-themed party pops up at Edgewood SPKEZ (that’s Speakeasy for those who need more vowels) and encourages tropical lewks. Expect to hear warm sounds of funk and tropical disco.

Wahine on why she decided to rejoin the DJ scene, “I’ve been spinning since ’04 but took a long hiatus and didn’t come back to it until earlier this year. ATL’s very welcoming scene has been a big part of that return.” ''$10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. [https://creativeloafing.com/business-572-edgewood-speakeasy|Edgewood SPKEZ], 327A Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-343-4404. ''

!!!__SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23__
[https://arts.gatech.edu/content/kinetic-light-descent|__Kinetic Light: “Descent”__] — The Georgia Tech Arts department has a new director, Dr. Aaron Shackelford. We met at the Ferst Center last month while an aerialist performed high above us on campus during a light and audio mash-up. Wearing a chic scarf and blazer in 90 percent humidity, Shackelford looks the part of a new art director, committing to the scarf despite the heat. His excitement to be in this new role is obvious — and infectious.

The performance I’m most looking forward to this month is by [https://kineticlight.org|Kinetic Light,] a team of dancers in wheelchairs who appear to defy gravity. Kinetic Light has traveled the globe performing “on an architectural ramp with hills, curves, and peaks” in shows that “celebrate the pleasure of reckless abandon.” ''$15-$25. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. [https://arts.gatech.edu/content/kinetic-light-descent|Ferst Center for the Arts], Georgia Tech, 349 Ferst Drive N.W. 404-894-9600.''

__[https://www.nonsenseatl.com|Nonsense ATL] presents [https://www.facebook.com/events/2601241503252441/|Atlanta Disco Society] + special guest Ree de la Vega__ — It tiz zee season to hold up in a dark room and dance with strangers. It’s the only way to exist in cold temps, IMO. OK, obviously I like to do a lot of other activities in cold temps, but dressing in a disco lewk is def high on the list.

“Four times a year, Atlanta Disco Society celebrates the glamour, debauchery, and decadence of the Studio 54 era. With red carpets, a light-up dance floor, next-level fashion and lewks, and disco music from the 1970s through today, ADS is always a night to remember. For the November edition, we’re especially excited to have [https://soundcloud.com/ree-de-la-vega|Ree de la Vega] as our special guest, playing along with [https://soundcloud.com/kimberatl|DJ Kimber].” — Nonsense ATL. ''$10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. [https://basementatl.com|The Basement], 1245 Glenwood Ave. S.E. 404-622-8686. ''"
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Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates: @CallMeMissConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2
”Girls That Go Bump in the Night,” Naked Girls Reading — I’m attracted to nudity, love a good topless beach, and wish, almost daily, that I could ride my bike topless with zero fux given by anyone in sight. I’m that person who replaces female nipples on the internet with those of a man to prove a nipple is just a nipple. Naturally, when I see an event with the word “naked,” I’m intrigued. No, I am not a pervert, I just don’t like being told what to do with my body, period!

“Naked Girls Reading” first started in Chicago “in March of 2009 as an idea of two international showgirls, Michelle L’amour and Franky Vivid. It is a group of beautiful ladies who love to read … naked. That’s really it. There’s not a whole lot more to it.” I have so many questions, but I guess I’ll just have to attend to find out. BTW, this Atlanta show celebrates All Souls Day with ghost and horror stories. $20. 8:30 p.m. (doors). Metropolitan Studios, 1259 Metropolitan Ave. S.E. 404-219-2003. 

!!!THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7–SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play — Fringe Fest Atlanta is in its sixth year with 543 curtain calls and counting. This year’s standout performance is one that has already sold out shows across the U.S. Josephine portrays the celebrity life of Josephine Baker, an American ex-pat who moved to France in the 1920s and found success in film as a black woman. “(Baker) starred alongside white romantic leading men in films in the ’30s, had multiple interracial marriages and homosexual relationships, and performed in men’s clothing before the term ‘drag’ existed in the lexicon.”

On playing the lead role, performer Tymisha Harris says, "I believe the time is long overdue for strong women of color to have their voices heard and their stories told. Playing Josephine Baker for the last three years has made me a better performer and human. To be able to share this story that touches hearts and minds across the world has been the most fulfilling artistic endeavor of my life."

Atlanta Fringe Festival takes place over several days in venues across the city. You have four opportunities to catch “a burlesque cabaret dream play” at the Southwest Arts Center. Though it was established in 2001, I’m just learning of the Center now myself. It was the first Fulton County spot created for the sole purpose of inspiring and housing the arts. It is also MARTA-friendly. Take the train to the West End and hop a short bus. Have you been on a MARTA bus lately? They are clean, virtually empty, and it’s legal to text and ride. $25. 8 p.m. Nov. 7-9. 2 p.m. Sun., Nov. 10. Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Road S.W. 404-613-3220. 

!!!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Condom Couture — When it comes to philanthropic creativity, this event fits like a condom. Yes, you read it right and no, it’s not a dirty word. Condom Couture Atlanta is shredding sexual taboos, raising money for Planned Parenthood, and supporting local artists with their upcoming fashion runway show at the Westside Cultural Center.

“We're doing this to raise awareness and funds for reproductive health care services, advocacy, and education in Georgia. For men, women, and families; all inclusive of cultures, genders and identities.” — Condom Couture Atlanta.

Local designers will create fashion lewks from condoms. They prefer to work with non-lubed condoms for garments, I’m told. $50-$300. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Westside Cultural Arts Center, 760 10th St. 404-594-6412.

The Original Mannequin Project 2019 — Four years ago, Atlantan Grayton Pinkston was born — and quickly diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Almost immediately, a group of his family and friends formed Grayton’s Guardians to raise money for cystic fibrosis research. To date, they have participated in numerous walks and adventures around the country in Grayton’s name. Just last month, members of Grayton’s Guardians hiked from the south ridge of the Grand Canyon to the north ridge to raise awareness and funding for cystic fibrosis research.

The upcoming Atlanta event, however, is a little different. Thrown in true Melrose & McQueen fashion, this is a party. There will be free beer, prizes, and antics at the Basement in EAV for the eighth year of The Mannequin Project, Melrose & McQueen’s annual charitable event. Each year, a different cause is chosen. I asked Grayton’s uncle, Mike Dean, about the connection between Grayton’s Guardians and the hair salon, and it’s quite a charming story.

“Our family’s story with Melrose and McQueen started seven years ago at Inman Park Fest. I dropped by because they were having a party, and the next thing I knew, I was getting my hair cut there each month. Sometimes I even dropped in with my dog, Buckley, who the staff adored. Slowly, each family member started going to Melrose. My wife Natalie, my sister, my brother in law, my mom, and my dad. Kristo and his team have always felt like an extended family. Once Grayton needed his first haircut he naturally was going to go where the rest of the family goes. Grayton's now goes to Melrose for his haircuts. Kristo, Amber, Laura, Kenny, and team usually stop by to say hey, and they talk about Grayton’s favorite subject: monster trucks. Next time you drop by the shop, take a look behind the bar and you’ll see pictures of Grayton and Buckley back there.

“We’re honored to have Grayton’s Guardians partner up with the Mannequin Project,” Dean continues, “because it’s different than other charity events. We love that it supports one of our favorite local businesses along with local artists in the community. We hope to see you there.” $10. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. 21+. The Basement, 1245 Glenwood Ave. S.E. 404-622-8686.

!!!WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Mommie Dearest at The Plaza Theatre — This month’s installment of Wussy programming at the Plaza Theatre is the usual camp cult genre, with Faye Dunaway starring in Mommie Dearest. According to her fellow cast members, Dunaway was more difficult and terrifying than the role of Joan Crawford she was playing. I can’t imagine anyone over the age of 30 who hasn’t seen this film, but you’ll want to clear your closet of wire hangers before you return home. $15. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. The Plaza Theater, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. N.E. 470-225-6503.

!!!FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
Wahine’s Hideaway Vol. 1 — DJ Wahine is back, Atlanta, and establishing a new TROPICAL party, inside for the winter. This kitschy, tiki-themed party pops up at Edgewood SPKEZ (that’s Speakeasy for those who need more vowels) and encourages tropical lewks. Expect to hear warm sounds of funk and tropical disco.

Wahine on why she decided to rejoin the DJ scene, “I’ve been spinning since ’04 but took a long hiatus and didn’t come back to it until earlier this year. ATL’s very welcoming scene has been a big part of that return.” $10. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Edgewood SPKEZ, 327A Edgewood Ave. S.E. 404-343-4404. 

!!!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23
Kinetic Light: “Descent” — The Georgia Tech Arts department has a new director, Dr. Aaron Shackelford. We met at the Ferst Center last month while an aerialist performed high above us on campus during a light and audio mash-up. Wearing a chic scarf and blazer in 90 percent humidity, Shackelford looks the part of a new art director, committing to the scarf despite the heat. His excitement to be in this new role is obvious — and infectious.

The performance I’m most looking forward to this month is by Kinetic Light, a team of dancers in wheelchairs who appear to defy gravity. Kinetic Light has traveled the globe performing “on an architectural ramp with hills, curves, and peaks” in shows that “celebrate the pleasure of reckless abandon.” $15-$25. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Ferst Center for the Arts, Georgia Tech, 349 Ferst Drive N.W. 404-894-9600.

Nonsense ATL presents Atlanta Disco Society + special guest Ree de la Vega — It tiz zee season to hold up in a dark room and dance with strangers. It’s the only way to exist in cold temps, IMO. OK, obviously I like to do a lot of other activities in cold temps, but dressing in a disco lewk is def high on the list.

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This month, on The Move, PRIDE. October 11 is National Coming Out Day, and I realize I may never have officially come out as a bisexual human. If necessary, Hi Mom, I’m Queer! Moving on.

I cannot  believe the Qween star power that is coming to this city for Atlanta’s October Pride celebration. Not one, but TWO superstars from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” will host events from one end of Peachtree to the other. History lesson! National Pride Month is in June, and started after the Stonewall riots 50 years ago. Atlanta has celebrated Pride in October since 1994, when a bunch of educators deemed October as LGBT History month.

If you need to get in the spirit, I suggest binge-watching “The L Word” or “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars.” 

Remember, PRIDE is for everyone! Gays, breeders, with even some kid-friendly events. Let the tomfoolery begin. And by God, let there be glitter. 

Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Brazen plug for the latest episode of “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMissConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!!WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 9 – SUNDAY OCTOBER 13
Atlanta Pride: My Sister’s Room Atlanta’s oldest and last remaining “lesbian bar,” My Sister’s Room is located not far from the Pride activities at Piedmont Park — and they throw f*cking bangers, y’all. Two levels of dance floors filled with people moving, mostly grooving. This year, they’ll host a silent disco in the backyard during Pride weekend. This is also a great place for PDA, if you’re craving some. “The L Word” isn’t just a TV show — and movie coming soon — OMFG, praise Jesus herself, it’s a lifestyle. My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E., 678-705-4585.

!!!THURSDAY OCTOBER 10
WUSSY & For All Humans Present: Playhouse with Alyssa Edwards 

Alyssa Edwards is coming to town, hunties! The Southern glam queen is internationally famous from “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars,” and her own Netflix original series, “Dancing Queen,” which follows the daily life of a drag queen and choreographer in the South. I have laughed more with Alyssa Edwards than with any other queen. Sorry, ladies. The level of entertainment you get with a Texas pageant queen like her is even higher than her wig. 

Sticking with true inclusive fashion, the ticket on this gig is almost too good to be true. Most of the pride events are ticketed $50 or less, and honestly, for the star power and magic, that is an insane price. Included!! You’ll see many of my personal favorite entertainers, including Taylor ALXNDR, with her House of ALXNDR, an ATL-based drag house + queer events hub. Do yourself a favor and buy the meet-and-greet. Also, this is an all-ages show. Start ’em young! Buckhead Theatre, 3110 Roswell Road N.E. 8 p.m. 404-843-2825.

!!!SATURDAY OCTOBER 12
MSR’s Electric Circus 

Leisha Hailey, THE BI ONE Y’ALL, from “The L Word” is hosting Electric Circus at District. If you haven’t hit District, it’s the new-ish nightclub over by the Sweetwater Brewery area. The lighting is killer, so an Electric Circus sounds ideal, IMO. You get a fire show, multiple DJs (including personal fave, Ree de la Vega), and an aerialist, which usually seals the deal for an invite, ++ go-go dancers. How am I going to decide what choker to wear?!? Also, you’ll want to glow. District Atlanta, 269 Armour Drive N.E. 404-464-5924.

Atlanta Pride 2019 Trans March! 

This year marks the 50th year since the Stonewall riots. It’s important to remember that still today, violence, and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community is alive and well, especially for those of color. I recommend streaming the Netflix series, “Pose,” in middle schools, and for baby boomers.

“While the details of these cases differ, it is clear that fatal violence disproportionately affects transgender women of color, and that the intersections of racism, sexism, homophobia, biphobia and transphobia conspire to deprive them of employment, housing, healthcare and other necessities, barriers that make them vulnerable.” — Human Rights Campaign 

“All trans people and allies are welcome to participate. We encourage individuals to make and bring signs of support. … Assembly for the Trans March will be at Piedmont Park’s Charles Allen Gate (intersection of 10th Street and Charles Allen Drive) starting at 1:15 p.m. The march steps off at 1:45 p.m. We will end at the park at the 12th Street entrance.” — Atlanta Pride Committee 

!!!SUNDAY OCTOBER 13
VIEW: Pride Parade Viewing Party 

Of all the amazing Pride events this year, they saved the best for last. VIEW is literally the best view you could ask for of the 49th Atlanta Pride Parade. Mega bonus, it’s at the Fox Theatre’s Marquee Club, inside and on top of one of the most iconic theaters in the country. It don’t stop there, sweetie pies. Tatianna from RuPaul’s Drag Race and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars will be headlining the event WITH the crowd. Between performances, guests get to bump elbows with the queens themselves, including Tatianna! Plus Iv Fischer, Brigitte Bidet, Molly Rimswell, Alex Suarez, Michael Robinson, Diego Serna, Orchid, DJ Kimber, and a custom photo experience by Iris Ray, symbolizing pride and transvisibility. No meet-and-greet pass necessary! Grab the neon gel pens for autographs! 

Expect the scene at the Marquee Club to be BANANAS — if those bananas were bronzed and floating in champagne. The place looks like it was birthed out of Versace’s mind’s eye itself. Three floors, with leather walls, Italian marble, and a ROOFTOP bar for the best view of the parade, food included. Can you say charcuterie? Yes, I’m losing my mind over this event. Get out your ballgowns, humans. The Marquee Room at the Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. N.E. 404-881-2100.

!!!SATURDAY OCTOBER 19
Big Bang Block Party

Musician Trombone Shorty and his band, Orleans Avenue, have been added to the Outer Space Project’s 2019’s Big Bang Block Party at Terminal West. If the words interactive experience light your fire, consider this prom. Walk the full property of Terminal West for indoor and outdoor music and live art. With local super artist Greg Mike, it’s outta this world. Pun always intended! Terminal West, 887 Marietta St. 404-876-5566.

“OSP’s goal is to enhance outdoor spaces, generate positive energy, expand the mind, and engage the public through urban beautification and creativity.” — Outer Space Project. 

!!!WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 23
Sleater-Kinney 

Throwback! American indie rockers class of ’94, Sleater-Kinney will grace us with their presence at the Tabernacle. Traditionally referred to as feminist, but if you aren’t all feminists in 2019, you’re doing it wrong. I will be getting my Y2K nostalgia on with the duo, which includes Carrie Brownstein of comedic gold, “Portlandia.” Girl crushing so hard RN. The Tabernacle, 152 Luckie St. N.W., 404-659-9022."
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This month, on The Move, PRIDE. October 11 is National Coming Out Day, and I realize I may never have officially come out as a bisexual human. If necessary, Hi Mom, I’m Queer! Moving on.

I cannot  believe the Qween star power that is coming to this city for Atlanta’s October Pride celebration. Not one, but TWO superstars from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” will host events from one end of Peachtree to the other. History lesson! National Pride Month is in June, and started after the Stonewall riots 50 years ago. Atlanta has celebrated Pride in October since 1994, when a bunch of educators deemed October as LGBT History month.

If you need to get in the spirit, I suggest binge-watching “The L Word” or “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars.” 

Remember, PRIDE is for everyone! Gays, breeders, with even some kid-friendly events. Let the tomfoolery begin. And by God, let there be glitter. 

Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Brazen plug for the latest episode of “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMissConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!!__WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 9 – SUNDAY OCTOBER 13__
[https://www.facebook.com/events/1269999169838219/|__Atlanta Pride: My Sister’s Room__] Atlanta’s oldest and last remaining “lesbian bar,” My Sister’s Room is located not far from the Pride activities at Piedmont Park — and they throw f*cking bangers, y’all. Two levels of dance floors filled with people moving, mostly grooving. This year, they’ll host a silent disco in the backyard during Pride weekend. This is also a great place for PDA, if you’re craving some. “The L Word” isn’t just a TV show — and movie coming soon — OMFG, praise Jesus herself, it’s a lifestyle. ''My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E., 678-705-4585.''

!!!__THURSDAY OCTOBER 10__
__WUSSY & For All Humans Present: [https://www.facebook.com/events/1071233139742732/|Playhouse with Alyssa Edwards]__[https://www.facebook.com/events/1071233139742732/| ]

Alyssa Edwards is coming to town, hunties! The Southern glam queen is internationally famous from “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars,” and her own Netflix original series, “Dancing Queen,” which follows the daily life of a drag queen and choreographer in the South. I have laughed more with Alyssa Edwards than with any other queen. Sorry, ladies. The level of entertainment you get with a Texas pageant queen like her is even higher than her wig. 

Sticking with true inclusive fashion, the ticket on this gig is almost too good to be true. Most of the pride events are ticketed $50 or less, and honestly, for the star power and magic, that is an insane price. Included!! You’ll see many of my personal favorite entertainers, including Taylor ALXNDR, with her House of ALXNDR, an ATL-based drag house + queer events hub. Do yourself a favor and buy the meet-and-greet. Also, this is an all-ages show. Start ’em young! ''Buckhead Theatre, 3110 Roswell Road N.E. 8 p.m. 404-843-2825.''

!!!__SATURDAY OCTOBER 12__
[https://www.facebook.com/events/440323223251598/|__MSR’s Electric Circus__] 

Leisha Hailey, THE BI ONE Y’ALL, from “The L Word” is hosting Electric Circus at District. If you haven’t hit District, it’s the new-ish nightclub over by the Sweetwater Brewery area. The lighting is killer, so an Electric Circus sounds ideal, IMO. You get a fire show, multiple DJs (including personal fave, Ree de la Vega), and an aerialist, which usually seals the deal for an invite, ++ go-go dancers. How am I going to decide what choker to wear?!? Also, you’ll want to glow. ''District Atlanta, 269 Armour Drive N.E. 404-464-5924.''

[https://www.facebook.com/events/446058815990651/|__Atlanta Pride 2019 Trans March!__] 

This year marks the 50th year since the Stonewall riots. It’s important to remember that still today, violence, and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community is alive and well, especially for those of color. I recommend streaming the Netflix series, “Pose,” in middle schools, and for baby boomers.

“While the details of these cases differ, it is clear that fatal violence disproportionately affects transgender women of color, and that the intersections of racism, sexism, homophobia, biphobia and transphobia conspire to deprive them of employment, housing, healthcare and other necessities, barriers that make them vulnerable.” — Human Rights Campaign 

“All trans people and allies are welcome to participate. We encourage individuals to make and bring signs of support. … Assembly for the Trans March will be at Piedmont Park’s Charles Allen Gate (intersection of 10th Street and Charles Allen Drive) starting at 1:15 p.m. The march steps off at 1:45 p.m. We will end at the park at the 12th Street entrance.” — Atlanta Pride Committee 

!!!__SUNDAY OCTOBER 13__
__[https://www.foxtheatre.org/events/detail/view-pride|VIEW]__[https://www.foxtheatre.org/events/detail/view-pride|__: Pride Parade Viewing Party__] 

Of all the amazing Pride events this year, they saved the best for last. VIEW is literally the best view you could ask for of the 49th Atlanta Pride Parade. Mega bonus, it’s at the Fox Theatre’s Marquee Club, inside and on top of one of the most iconic theaters in the country. It don’t stop there, sweetie pies. Tatianna from RuPaul’s Drag Race and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars will be headlining the event WITH the crowd. Between performances, guests get to bump elbows with the queens themselves, including Tatianna! Plus Iv Fischer, Brigitte Bidet, Molly Rimswell, Alex Suarez, Michael Robinson, Diego Serna, Orchid, DJ Kimber, and a custom photo experience by Iris Ray, symbolizing pride and transvisibility. No meet-and-greet pass necessary! Grab the neon gel pens for autographs! 

Expect the scene at the Marquee Club to be BANANAS — if those bananas were bronzed and floating in champagne. The place looks like it was birthed out of Versace’s mind’s eye itself. Three floors, with leather walls, Italian marble, and a ROOFTOP bar for the best view of the parade, food included. Can you say charcuterie? Yes, I’m losing my mind over this event. Get out your ballgowns, humans. ''The Marquee Room at the Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. N.E. 404-881-2100.''

!!!__SATURDAY OCTOBER 19__
__[https://www.facebook.com/events/903442346672782/|Big Bang Block Party]__

Musician Trombone Shorty and his band, Orleans Avenue, have been added to the Outer Space Project’s 2019’s Big Bang Block Party at Terminal West. If the words interactive experience light your fire, consider this prom. Walk the full property of Terminal West for indoor and outdoor music and live art. With local super artist Greg Mike, it’s outta this world. Pun always intended! ''Terminal West, 887 Marietta St. 404-876-5566.''

“OSP’s goal is to enhance outdoor spaces, generate positive energy, expand the mind, and engage the public through urban beautification and creativity.” — Outer Space Project. 

!!!__WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 23__
[https://www.facebook.com/events/2322332174679765/|__Sleater-Kinney__] 

Throwback! American indie rockers class of ’94, Sleater-Kinney will grace us with their presence at the Tabernacle. Traditionally referred to as feminist, but if you aren’t all feminists in 2019, you’re doing it wrong. I will be getting my Y2K nostalgia on with the duo, which includes Carrie Brownstein of comedic gold, “Portlandia.” Girl crushing so hard RN. ''The Tabernacle, 152 Luckie St. N.W., 404-659-9022.''"
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  string(8230) " Tatianna 6x4  2019-09-28T13:38:53+00:00 Tatianna 6x4.jpg     themove Hey, y’all! What’s the move? Tatianna 6x4   2019-09-28T13:36:38+00:00  THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly P-R-I-D-E! tony.paris Tony Paris Ema Carr ema.carr (Ema Carr) 2019-09-28T13:36:38+00:00 The Move is a column intended to help you beat the fight against the basic, one move at a time. Look here for all the best underground, and some above ground, events in ATL. Bc you CAN have a balanced diet of disco and yoga. Warning of side effects: Overdose of culture and queerdom. Bloated bank account from lack of overpriced ticket purchases. Confusion meeting clarity via mind, body and soul. Consume at your own risk.

This month, on The Move, PRIDE. October 11 is National Coming Out Day, and I realize I may never have officially come out as a bisexual human. If necessary, Hi Mom, I’m Queer! Moving on.

I cannot  believe the Qween star power that is coming to this city for Atlanta’s October Pride celebration. Not one, but TWO superstars from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” will host events from one end of Peachtree to the other. History lesson! National Pride Month is in June, and started after the Stonewall riots 50 years ago. Atlanta has celebrated Pride in October since 1994, when a bunch of educators deemed October as LGBT History month.

If you need to get in the spirit, I suggest binge-watching “The L Word” or “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars.” 

Remember, PRIDE is for everyone! Gays, breeders, with even some kid-friendly events. Let the tomfoolery begin. And by God, let there be glitter. 

Shameless copy/paste plug OTMonth: Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Brazen plug for the latest episode of “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @CallMeMissConception @CreativeLoafingAtlanta

!!!WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 9 – SUNDAY OCTOBER 13
Atlanta Pride: My Sister’s Room Atlanta’s oldest and last remaining “lesbian bar,” My Sister’s Room is located not far from the Pride activities at Piedmont Park — and they throw f*cking bangers, y’all. Two levels of dance floors filled with people moving, mostly grooving. This year, they’ll host a silent disco in the backyard during Pride weekend. This is also a great place for PDA, if you’re craving some. “The L Word” isn’t just a TV show — and movie coming soon — OMFG, praise Jesus herself, it’s a lifestyle. My Sister’s Room, 84 12th St. N.E., 678-705-4585.

!!!THURSDAY OCTOBER 10
WUSSY & For All Humans Present: Playhouse with Alyssa Edwards 

Alyssa Edwards is coming to town, hunties! The Southern glam queen is internationally famous from “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars,” and her own Netflix original series, “Dancing Queen,” which follows the daily life of a drag queen and choreographer in the South. I have laughed more with Alyssa Edwards than with any other queen. Sorry, ladies. The level of entertainment you get with a Texas pageant queen like her is even higher than her wig. 

Sticking with true inclusive fashion, the ticket on this gig is almost too good to be true. Most of the pride events are ticketed $50 or less, and honestly, for the star power and magic, that is an insane price. Included!! You’ll see many of my personal favorite entertainers, including Taylor ALXNDR, with her House of ALXNDR, an ATL-based drag house + queer events hub. Do yourself a favor and buy the meet-and-greet. Also, this is an all-ages show. Start ’em young! Buckhead Theatre, 3110 Roswell Road N.E. 8 p.m. 404-843-2825.

!!!SATURDAY OCTOBER 12
MSR’s Electric Circus 

Leisha Hailey, THE BI ONE Y’ALL, from “The L Word” is hosting Electric Circus at District. If you haven’t hit District, it’s the new-ish nightclub over by the Sweetwater Brewery area. The lighting is killer, so an Electric Circus sounds ideal, IMO. You get a fire show, multiple DJs (including personal fave, Ree de la Vega), and an aerialist, which usually seals the deal for an invite, ++ go-go dancers. How am I going to decide what choker to wear?!? Also, you’ll want to glow. District Atlanta, 269 Armour Drive N.E. 404-464-5924.

Atlanta Pride 2019 Trans March! 

This year marks the 50th year since the Stonewall riots. It’s important to remember that still today, violence, and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community is alive and well, especially for those of color. I recommend streaming the Netflix series, “Pose,” in middle schools, and for baby boomers.

“While the details of these cases differ, it is clear that fatal violence disproportionately affects transgender women of color, and that the intersections of racism, sexism, homophobia, biphobia and transphobia conspire to deprive them of employment, housing, healthcare and other necessities, barriers that make them vulnerable.” — Human Rights Campaign 

“All trans people and allies are welcome to participate. We encourage individuals to make and bring signs of support. … Assembly for the Trans March will be at Piedmont Park’s Charles Allen Gate (intersection of 10th Street and Charles Allen Drive) starting at 1:15 p.m. The march steps off at 1:45 p.m. We will end at the park at the 12th Street entrance.” — Atlanta Pride Committee 

!!!SUNDAY OCTOBER 13
VIEW: Pride Parade Viewing Party 

Of all the amazing Pride events this year, they saved the best for last. VIEW is literally the best view you could ask for of the 49th Atlanta Pride Parade. Mega bonus, it’s at the Fox Theatre’s Marquee Club, inside and on top of one of the most iconic theaters in the country. It don’t stop there, sweetie pies. Tatianna from RuPaul’s Drag Race and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars will be headlining the event WITH the crowd. Between performances, guests get to bump elbows with the queens themselves, including Tatianna! Plus Iv Fischer, Brigitte Bidet, Molly Rimswell, Alex Suarez, Michael Robinson, Diego Serna, Orchid, DJ Kimber, and a custom photo experience by Iris Ray, symbolizing pride and transvisibility. No meet-and-greet pass necessary! Grab the neon gel pens for autographs! 

Expect the scene at the Marquee Club to be BANANAS — if those bananas were bronzed and floating in champagne. The place looks like it was birthed out of Versace’s mind’s eye itself. Three floors, with leather walls, Italian marble, and a ROOFTOP bar for the best view of the parade, food included. Can you say charcuterie? Yes, I’m losing my mind over this event. Get out your ballgowns, humans. The Marquee Room at the Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. N.E. 404-881-2100.

!!!SATURDAY OCTOBER 19
Big Bang Block Party

Musician Trombone Shorty and his band, Orleans Avenue, have been added to the Outer Space Project’s 2019’s Big Bang Block Party at Terminal West. If the words interactive experience light your fire, consider this prom. Walk the full property of Terminal West for indoor and outdoor music and live art. With local super artist Greg Mike, it’s outta this world. Pun always intended! Terminal West, 887 Marietta St. 404-876-5566.

“OSP’s goal is to enhance outdoor spaces, generate positive energy, expand the mind, and engage the public through urban beautification and creativity.” — Outer Space Project. 

!!!WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 23
Sleater-Kinney 

Throwback! American indie rockers class of ’94, Sleater-Kinney will grace us with their presence at the Tabernacle. Traditionally referred to as feminist, but if you aren’t all feminists in 2019, you’re doing it wrong. I will be getting my Y2K nostalgia on with the duo, which includes Carrie Brownstein of comedic gold, “Portlandia.” Girl crushing so hard RN. The Tabernacle, 152 Luckie St. N.W., 404-659-9022.    Courtesy For All Humans FROM RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE: Tatianna will headline VIEW, a Pride parade viewing experience from the top of the Fox Theatre at the Marquee Club, Sunday, October 13.  0,0,1 greg.mike (itemId:470619 trackerid:9)   themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly P-R-I-D-E! "
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My GAWD, swamp-ass season isn’t going anywhere any time soon. If you can't take the heat, read on for the sweet tea, my sweaty bithkitz.

SUNDAY SEPT. 1 House in the Park 

House music in Atlanta, outside of festivals, is typically played at night. Late night. Unlike Europe, South America, and basically the rest of the planet where house music is played in every taxi, cafe, Laundromat, and, well, everywhere 24/7. Americans typically associate it with underground club raves. House in the Park happens outside. During the day. In Grant Park. And, it’s family-oriented. For eight hours, four DJs will make the park pulse with international house music while families and extended families park tailgate tent to tailgate with spreads that would make any BBQ pitmaster swoon.

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MONDAY, SEPT. 2 Chaka Khan Pond

Atlanta’s favorite day party, Chaka Khan Hacienda, will be setting up poolside at the W Midtown this Labor Day. NYC’s spicy redhead, Amber Valentine, will share the DJ deck with Chaka Khan Mother, Ree de la Vega. The Human Rights Campaign is the hostess with the mostest swag, info, and a cabana giveaway! Braids with Babes will be there to braid your locks and glitter those pecs. IDK about y’all, but I’d much rather spend my Labor Day at the W than at that dirty death pond y’all call Lake Lanier. I hear it’s not even safe for pups these days. #bluegreenalgae

SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 Queer Yoga Deep Stretch

First and foremost, this is an event for every body, not just those who identify as queer. Don’t expect to be converted, unless you want to. Do expect to leave inspired by colorful vibes and diversity. Located in the gorgeous King Plow ballroom. Yogis are invited next door to Counter Culture Coffee for some FREE special cups of Joe afterwards. “ALL humans of ALL shapes, sizes, colors, and identities who are willing to contribute to a positive and uplifting community environment are welcome!” says instructor/organizer, Patrick Joseph Boston.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11 Flying Lotus

What do Steven Ellison, FlyLo, and Captain Murphy have in common? They share a human body with Flying Lotus, an American record producer, musician, DJ, filmmaker, and rapper from LA.

John Coltrane was an experimental jazz influencer. His great-nephew, Flying Lotus, is known for experimental hip hop, alternative hip hop, and electronic music. A Flying Lotus performance is much more than a DJ spinning other musician’s tracks. He creates and records each beat he plays, on staging that is more theatrical than the typical concert stage. Oh the LIGHTS! One can’t really imagine what’s cooking for this tour, but we do know we need to take 3D glasses with us to the Variety Playhouse for this event, according to FL’s Twitter.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12-15 Boys in Trouble

If you, or someone you know, suffers from toxic masculinity syndrome, this is the prescription for you. A nice dose of timely and compelling commentary on contemporary masculinity will fix you right up. Doctor’s orders. This is an all male dance performance, which places a dynamic queer lens on questions of embodiment, violence, black queer love, whiteness, shame, and posturing. Recommending this for fraternities, Brian Kemp’s staff, and all males who regularly frequent the Ivy Buckhead, or any Buckhead dive bar really.

“Sean Dorsey Dance’s award-winning, multigenerational ensemble performs these athletic dances with gusto — moving seamlessly between full-throttle dancing, live speaking, and intimate storytelling,” according to 7 Stages.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 & 13 Heather McMahan’s “Farewell Tour”

A year ago, Heather McMahan was on the verge of winning 2018’s “Best Comedian” by Creative Loafing’s critics. I convinced her to have a slumber party at my carriage house and we hit EAV, with wigs, in full character. Well, Heather stayed in one of her many popular street characters, “Tiffany from Decatur,” and attempted to be “Cim, with a C,” (pronounced Kim), a Zima lush Tiffany met at their shared megachurch.

Since then, Heather’s fame has EXPLODED. A true comedic Instagram sensation, her popularity grew modestly until Maria Shriver became a fan. In July, Shriver was co-hosting the 17th, I mean 4th, hour of “The Today Show” when she recapped Heather’s Instagram stories from the weekend prior. THE. NEXT. WEEK. Heather was on, not as a guest, but as a HOST of “The Today Show” with Jenna Bush Hager. A week after that, she announces her first tour, “The Farewell Tour,” an eight-city Southeastern tour, which sold out in minutes. Why keep a sold-out show on The Move? B/C this is one Atlantan living her truth and doing the most with it — we should be very proud.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22 Hemp Painting Class

This month, learn how to use hemp for building, sculpting, and painting, oh my! This Decatur workshop with Aviva Kessler will teach attendees how to make a small batch of hemp sculpt and learn how to apply pigment to it and also to hemp plaster batches. You’ll even use hemp paints to paint an actual wall at Waller’s Coffee Shop, and go home with your own small sculpted and pigmented "hemp rock.” I got to hold a hemp rock during Aviva’s “Friends in High Places” podcast interview, and it was surprisingly lightweight. I’m no builder, but I’d prob be kewl with a hemp hut for a home. Just don’t smoke your rock.

Aviva has spent 20 years advocating for marijuana. Bless her. She’s done so by song and education. She crushed CL’s Live from the Archives performance, available on CL’s Instagram. BONUS!! You can catch her with her band, Aviva and the Flying Penguins, live at the Clermont Lounge Thursday, Sept. 19.

MONDAY, SEPT. 23 Drag / Burlesque Open Stage

Open mic for drag AND burlesque, holy bajesus, we’ve all died and gone to queer heaven. A safe space and event for those itching to blossom into performance creativity. Amen! We will likely see many stars born from this open mic. I can feel it. “Do you have a drag or burlesque dream in your heart or an act you've been wanting to try in front of a new audience? Tonight is your night! Newcomers welcome!” at The Bakery Atlanta.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28 MY ILLEGAL BODY

A timely event to benefit Planned Parenthood and the Feminist Women's Health Center, My Illegal Body will feature live performances by Atlanta favs rose hotel, Riboflavin, Rated Age, TAYLOR ALXNDR, and Taves & Weatherly. Some DJ action with Aja Arnold and Kale Svvick. This event is donation-based, obvi. Also, a write-off! Make your accountant proud by supporting your local performers supporting women. The scene sets up at 529 in East Atlanta Village. C U there!

SUNDAY, SEPT. 29 Meet At MET

Got wheels? Roll over to the MET, formerly known by most Atlantans as the Metropolitan Lofts, during Atlanta Streets Alive Southwest. All afternoon into early evening, the MET will host an artist market, and offer live screenprinting by the MET's own Danger Press, illustrated fortune telling by Paper Ghost Fortune Machine, The Analog Vending Machine! by Sarah Lawrence Design Emporium, art installations by Dayle Bennett of Design Studio No. 4, and even breakdancing by West End's own Toma Fit. Galleries MINT, Mutiny Artwrx, and Flora Aura Photography by Charlie Watts will be open for passersby to peep.

Atlanta Streets Alive occurs three times a year, closing down different sections of Atlanta streets to vehicles for an afternoon. “Bring your bicycle or just your feet, and get ready to explore your community streets in a safer, healthier, more livable way,” per Atlanta Streets Alive.

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest POTcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. Cannabis entrepreneurs, politicians, legal experts, artists, and activists, are all available for your listening curiosities on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, and of course, creativeloafing.com/podcasts."
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House music in Atlanta, outside of festivals, is typically played at night. Late night. Unlike Europe, South America, and basically the rest of the planet where house music is played in every taxi, cafe, Laundromat, and, well, everywhere 24/7. Americans typically associate it with underground club raves. __House in the Park__ happens outside. During the day. In Grant Park. And, it’s family-oriented. For eight hours, four DJs will make the park pulse with international house music while families and extended families park tailgate tent to tailgate with spreads that would make any BBQ pitmaster swoon.

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__MONDAY, SEPT. 2__ __Chaka Khan Pond__

Atlanta’s favorite day party, __Chaka Khan Hacienda__, will be setting up poolside at the W Midtown this Labor Day. NYC’s spicy redhead, Amber Valentine, will share the DJ deck with Chaka Khan Mother, Ree de la Vega. The Human Rights Campaign is the hostess with the mostest swag, info, and a cabana giveaway! Braids with Babes will be there to braid your locks and glitter those pecs. IDK about y’all, but I’d much rather spend my Labor Day at the W than at that dirty death pond y’all call Lake Lanier. I hear it’s not even safe for pups these days. #bluegreenalgae

__SUNDAY, SEPT. 8__ __Queer Yoga Deep Stretch__

First and foremost, this is an event for every body, not just those who identify as queer. Don’t expect to be converted, unless you want to. Do expect to leave inspired by colorful vibes and diversity. Located in the gorgeous King Plow ballroom. Yogis are invited next door to Counter Culture Coffee for some FREE special cups of Joe afterwards. “ALL humans of ALL shapes, sizes, colors, and identities who are willing to contribute to a positive and uplifting community environment are welcome!” says instructor/organizer, __Patrick Joseph Boston__.

__WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11__ __Flying Lotus__

What do __Steven Ellison__, __FlyLo__, and __Captain Murphy__ have in common? They share a human body with __Flying Lotus__, an American record producer, musician, DJ, filmmaker, and rapper from LA.

John Coltrane was an experimental jazz influencer. His great-nephew, Flying Lotus, is known for experimental hip hop, alternative hip hop, and electronic music. A Flying Lotus performance is much more than a DJ spinning other musician’s tracks. He creates and records each beat he plays, on staging that is more theatrical than the typical concert stage. Oh the LIGHTS! One can’t really imagine what’s cooking for this tour, but we do know we need to take 3D glasses with us to the Variety Playhouse for this event, according to FL’s Twitter.

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If you, or someone you know, suffers from toxic masculinity syndrome, this is the prescription for you. A nice dose of timely and compelling commentary on contemporary masculinity will fix you right up. Doctor’s orders. This is an all male dance performance, which places a dynamic queer lens on questions of embodiment, violence, black queer love, whiteness, shame, and posturing. Recommending this for fraternities, Brian Kemp’s staff, and all males who regularly frequent the Ivy Buckhead, or any Buckhead dive bar really.

“Sean Dorsey Dance’s award-winning, multigenerational ensemble performs these athletic dances with gusto — moving seamlessly between full-throttle dancing, live speaking, and intimate storytelling,” according to 7 Stages.

__THURSDAY & FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 & 13__ __Heather McMahan’s “Farewell Tour”__

A year ago, __Heather McMahan__ was on the verge of winning 2018’s “Best Comedian” by ''Creative Loafing''’s critics. I convinced her to have a slumber party at my carriage house and we hit EAV, with wigs, in full character. Well, Heather stayed in one of her many popular street characters, “Tiffany from Decatur,” and attempted to be “Cim, with a C,” (pronounced Kim), a Zima lush Tiffany met at their shared megachurch.

Since then, Heather’s fame has EXPLODED. A true comedic Instagram sensation, her popularity grew modestly until Maria Shriver became a fan. In July, Shriver was co-hosting the 17th, I mean 4th, hour of “The Today Show” when she recapped Heather’s Instagram stories from the weekend prior. THE. NEXT. WEEK. Heather was on, not as a guest, but as a HOST of “The Today Show” with Jenna Bush Hager. A week after that, she announces her first tour, “The Farewell Tour,” an eight-city Southeastern tour, which sold out in minutes. Why keep a sold-out show on The Move? B/C this is one Atlantan living her truth and doing the most with it — we should be very proud.

__SUNDAY, SEPT. 22__ __Hemp Painting Class__

This month, learn how to use hemp for building, sculpting, and painting, ''oh my''! This Decatur workshop with __Aviva Kessler__ will teach attendees how to make a small batch of hemp sculpt and learn how to apply pigment to it and also to hemp plaster batches. You’ll even use hemp paints to paint an actual wall at Waller’s Coffee Shop, and go home with your own small sculpted and pigmented "hemp rock.” I got to hold a hemp rock during Aviva’s “Friends in High Places” podcast interview, and it was surprisingly lightweight. I’m no builder, but I’d prob be kewl with a hemp hut for a home. Just don’t smoke your rock.

Aviva has spent 20 years advocating for marijuana. Bless her. She’s done so by song and education. She crushed ''CL’''s Live from the Archives performance, available on CL’s Instagram. BONUS!! You can catch her with her band, __Aviva and the Flying Penguins__, live at the __Clermont Lounge__ Thursday, Sept. 19.

__MONDAY, SEPT. 23__ __Drag / Burlesque Open Stage__

Open mic for drag AND burlesque, holy bajesus, we’ve all died and gone to queer heaven. A safe space and event for those itching to blossom into performance creativity. Amen! We will likely see many stars born from this open mic. I can feel it. “Do you have a drag or burlesque dream in your heart or an act you've been wanting to try in front of a new audience? Tonight is your night! Newcomers welcome!” at __The Bakery Atlanta__.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28 __MY ILLEGAL BODY__

A timely event to benefit __Planned Parenthood__ and the __Feminist Women's Health Center__, ''My Illegal Body'' will feature live performances by Atlanta favs __rose hotel__, __Riboflavin__, __Rated Age__, __TAYLOR ALXNDR__, and __Taves & Weatherly__. Some DJ action with __Aja Arnold__ and __Kale Svvick__. This event is donation-based, obvi. Also, a write-off! Make your accountant proud by supporting your local performers supporting women. The scene sets up at __529__ in East Atlanta Village. C U there!

__SUNDAY, SEPT. 29__ __Meet At MET__

Got wheels? Roll over to __the MET__, formerly known by most Atlantans as the Metropolitan Lofts, during __Atlanta Streets Alive Southwest__. All afternoon into early evening, the MET will host an artist market, and offer live screenprinting by the MET's own __Danger Press__, illustrated fortune telling by __Paper Ghost Fortune Machine__, The Analog Vending Machine! by __Sarah Lawrence Design Emporium__, art installations by __Dayle Bennett__ of __Design Studio No. 4__, and even breakdancing by West End's own __Toma Fit__. __Galleries MINT__, Mutiny __Artwrx__, and __Flora Aura Photography__ by __Charlie Watts__ will be open for passersby to peep.

Atlanta Streets Alive occurs three times a year, closing down different sections of Atlanta streets to vehicles for an afternoon. “Bring your bicycle or just your feet, and get ready to explore your community streets in a safer, healthier, more livable way,” per Atlanta Streets Alive.

__Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it!__ Shameless plug for ''CL''’s latest POTcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. Cannabis entrepreneurs, politicians, legal experts, artists, and activists, are all available for your listening curiosities on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, and of course, creativeloafing.com/podcasts."
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My GAWD, swamp-ass season isn’t going anywhere any time soon. If you can't take the heat, read on for the sweet tea, my sweaty bithkitz.

SUNDAY SEPT. 1 House in the Park 

House music in Atlanta, outside of festivals, is typically played at night. Late night. Unlike Europe, South America, and basically the rest of the planet where house music is played in every taxi, cafe, Laundromat, and, well, everywhere 24/7. Americans typically associate it with underground club raves. House in the Park happens outside. During the day. In Grant Park. And, it’s family-oriented. For eight hours, four DJs will make the park pulse with international house music while families and extended families park tailgate tent to tailgate with spreads that would make any BBQ pitmaster swoon.

“House in the Park" is a musical exploration of the soul and a vision to see House Music become a unifying movement, transcending every strata of society, ethnic identification, race classification, age, and lifestyle,” claim those who organize House in the Park. It’s been speshy to watch a free festival grow into a larger, ticketed event. Think of it this way: Even if you only dance part of the day, it’s still cheaper (and more fun) at a modest $10, than most exercise classes. Thank you, DJ Ramon “Rawsoul” Guyton and Kai Alce for uniting Atlanta via worldwide vibes.

MONDAY, SEPT. 2 Chaka Khan Pond

Atlanta’s favorite day party, Chaka Khan Hacienda, will be setting up poolside at the W Midtown this Labor Day. NYC’s spicy redhead, Amber Valentine, will share the DJ deck with Chaka Khan Mother, Ree de la Vega. The Human Rights Campaign is the hostess with the mostest swag, info, and a cabana giveaway! Braids with Babes will be there to braid your locks and glitter those pecs. IDK about y’all, but I’d much rather spend my Labor Day at the W than at that dirty death pond y’all call Lake Lanier. I hear it’s not even safe for pups these days. #bluegreenalgae

SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 Queer Yoga Deep Stretch

First and foremost, this is an event for every body, not just those who identify as queer. Don’t expect to be converted, unless you want to. Do expect to leave inspired by colorful vibes and diversity. Located in the gorgeous King Plow ballroom. Yogis are invited next door to Counter Culture Coffee for some FREE special cups of Joe afterwards. “ALL humans of ALL shapes, sizes, colors, and identities who are willing to contribute to a positive and uplifting community environment are welcome!” says instructor/organizer, Patrick Joseph Boston.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11 Flying Lotus

What do Steven Ellison, FlyLo, and Captain Murphy have in common? They share a human body with Flying Lotus, an American record producer, musician, DJ, filmmaker, and rapper from LA.

John Coltrane was an experimental jazz influencer. His great-nephew, Flying Lotus, is known for experimental hip hop, alternative hip hop, and electronic music. A Flying Lotus performance is much more than a DJ spinning other musician’s tracks. He creates and records each beat he plays, on staging that is more theatrical than the typical concert stage. Oh the LIGHTS! One can’t really imagine what’s cooking for this tour, but we do know we need to take 3D glasses with us to the Variety Playhouse for this event, according to FL’s Twitter.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12-15 Boys in Trouble

If you, or someone you know, suffers from toxic masculinity syndrome, this is the prescription for you. A nice dose of timely and compelling commentary on contemporary masculinity will fix you right up. Doctor’s orders. This is an all male dance performance, which places a dynamic queer lens on questions of embodiment, violence, black queer love, whiteness, shame, and posturing. Recommending this for fraternities, Brian Kemp’s staff, and all males who regularly frequent the Ivy Buckhead, or any Buckhead dive bar really.

“Sean Dorsey Dance’s award-winning, multigenerational ensemble performs these athletic dances with gusto — moving seamlessly between full-throttle dancing, live speaking, and intimate storytelling,” according to 7 Stages.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 & 13 Heather McMahan’s “Farewell Tour”

A year ago, Heather McMahan was on the verge of winning 2018’s “Best Comedian” by Creative Loafing’s critics. I convinced her to have a slumber party at my carriage house and we hit EAV, with wigs, in full character. Well, Heather stayed in one of her many popular street characters, “Tiffany from Decatur,” and attempted to be “Cim, with a C,” (pronounced Kim), a Zima lush Tiffany met at their shared megachurch.

Since then, Heather’s fame has EXPLODED. A true comedic Instagram sensation, her popularity grew modestly until Maria Shriver became a fan. In July, Shriver was co-hosting the 17th, I mean 4th, hour of “The Today Show” when she recapped Heather’s Instagram stories from the weekend prior. THE. NEXT. WEEK. Heather was on, not as a guest, but as a HOST of “The Today Show” with Jenna Bush Hager. A week after that, she announces her first tour, “The Farewell Tour,” an eight-city Southeastern tour, which sold out in minutes. Why keep a sold-out show on The Move? B/C this is one Atlantan living her truth and doing the most with it — we should be very proud.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22 Hemp Painting Class

This month, learn how to use hemp for building, sculpting, and painting, oh my! This Decatur workshop with Aviva Kessler will teach attendees how to make a small batch of hemp sculpt and learn how to apply pigment to it and also to hemp plaster batches. You’ll even use hemp paints to paint an actual wall at Waller’s Coffee Shop, and go home with your own small sculpted and pigmented "hemp rock.” I got to hold a hemp rock during Aviva’s “Friends in High Places” podcast interview, and it was surprisingly lightweight. I’m no builder, but I’d prob be kewl with a hemp hut for a home. Just don’t smoke your rock.

Aviva has spent 20 years advocating for marijuana. Bless her. She’s done so by song and education. She crushed CL’s Live from the Archives performance, available on CL’s Instagram. BONUS!! You can catch her with her band, Aviva and the Flying Penguins, live at the Clermont Lounge Thursday, Sept. 19.

MONDAY, SEPT. 23 Drag / Burlesque Open Stage

Open mic for drag AND burlesque, holy bajesus, we’ve all died and gone to queer heaven. A safe space and event for those itching to blossom into performance creativity. Amen! We will likely see many stars born from this open mic. I can feel it. “Do you have a drag or burlesque dream in your heart or an act you've been wanting to try in front of a new audience? Tonight is your night! Newcomers welcome!” at The Bakery Atlanta.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28 MY ILLEGAL BODY

A timely event to benefit Planned Parenthood and the Feminist Women's Health Center, My Illegal Body will feature live performances by Atlanta favs rose hotel, Riboflavin, Rated Age, TAYLOR ALXNDR, and Taves & Weatherly. Some DJ action with Aja Arnold and Kale Svvick. This event is donation-based, obvi. Also, a write-off! Make your accountant proud by supporting your local performers supporting women. The scene sets up at 529 in East Atlanta Village. C U there!

SUNDAY, SEPT. 29 Meet At MET

Got wheels? Roll over to the MET, formerly known by most Atlantans as the Metropolitan Lofts, during Atlanta Streets Alive Southwest. All afternoon into early evening, the MET will host an artist market, and offer live screenprinting by the MET's own Danger Press, illustrated fortune telling by Paper Ghost Fortune Machine, The Analog Vending Machine! by Sarah Lawrence Design Emporium, art installations by Dayle Bennett of Design Studio No. 4, and even breakdancing by West End's own Toma Fit. Galleries MINT, Mutiny Artwrx, and Flora Aura Photography by Charlie Watts will be open for passersby to peep.

Atlanta Streets Alive occurs three times a year, closing down different sections of Atlanta streets to vehicles for an afternoon. “Bring your bicycle or just your feet, and get ready to explore your community streets in a safer, healthier, more livable way,” per Atlanta Streets Alive.

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest POTcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. Cannabis entrepreneurs, politicians, legal experts, artists, and activists, are all available for your listening curiosities on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, and of course, creativeloafing.com/podcasts.     Heather McMahan prepares hits the road for her first tour, "The Farewell Tour".  0,0,2    themove                       THE MOVE: September, Plan Accordingly "
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This month, on The Move, hip-hop for the hearing impaired, a yoga marathon, and more. Can you guess which Australian pop star hits Atlanta in August and is only performing in small venues?? How about Ouiser on the big screen? Read on for the tea, my Fluffy Bithkitz.

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. Kwanza Hall, The Georgia Hemp Company, Aviva and the Flying Penguins, and Sophia Sabsowitz with Pulp Books ATL, are all available for your listening pleasures on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, and of course, creativeloafing.com/podcasts.

!!THURSDAY AUG. 1
AMEN: Night of 1000 Brigitte Bidets! Best Drag Queen, Best Event Host ... just a few titles our beloved drag queen Brigitte Bidet has earned from CL Best of Atlanta. STUNNING!! But also, this queen is a professionally trained dancer, with a comedic flare that will have you crying tears of laughter after she’s read you from top to bottom. Comb out your best blonde wig and squeeze back into that cheer squad ’fit and pay respects to the legend herself at Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium. Night of 1000 Brigitte Bidets is part of the monthly drag show, AMEN, a TAYLOR ALXNDR production.

!!  THURSDAY AUG. 8
ContrastATL: Dado (Free All Night) ContrastATL is the spot for FREE SOUNDS. This edition brings West Coast dubstep producer, Dado, for an intimate, speshy night of deep curated vibes at the Edgewood Speakeasy. Happens on 8/08, but not in connection with 808Fest. Bass, however, will still be present.

!!FRIDAY-SUNDAY AUG. 9-11
Dirty South Yoga Fest For the sixth consecutive year, Dirty South Yoga Fest brings together all of Atlanta & beyond’s best yogis under one roof. Throughout the weekend, yogis can choose from more than 10 courses of movement, meditation, and camaraderie. Classes vary and include options like RAVI Flow 101 using weighted blankets for additional calming; "Ride the Wave of Breath," a Somatic Exploration; and introductions into acro yoga.

CL’s Best of Atlanta “Best Yogi” 2018, Ziggy Moon will lead the meditation at the Friday-night Kick Off party, which also features vocalist Ruby Velle and yogini performer Charisse. “YES we will meditate, vibrate, and levitate. Buy your tickets for the Fridayyy Kick Off at dirtysouthyogafest.com,” — Ziggy Moon. The Loudermilk Center on Courtland Street is the location for this year’s festivities.

!!SATURDAY AUG. 10
Subtle Presents a Block Party & Warehouse Experience 2 p.m.-4 a.m. House and techno party hosts Subtle popped on the scene earlier in 2019, partnering with the Westside Cultural Arts Center and handpicking a house music selection that proves in demand in Atlanta. A short five months later and they’re bringing us a fest. “Our main focus is techhouse, techno, and house music, but we have included a couple of bass acts on the outdoor stage.” — Brendon, director of operations, Subtle Events.

Need some encouragement to get started early? Shlump tells The Move it is providing an open bar, as in FREE, from 2-3 p.m. Two out of the three stages are AIR CONDITIONED. This is huge. The outdoor stage will collaborate with 808 Fest, a multiday, multivenue celebration of bass happening around Atlanta the same weekend, with Dead Romeo from 4-5 p.m. Times staggered so no headliners are on at the same time. Kill Frenzy and VNSSA of Dirtybird fam are set to perform for the first time in Atlanta. Hoops and poi allowed, but leave that fire at home as they’ve hired professional pyros. Also, I’ll appreciate what else Subtle tells you to leave behind: “No bad attitudes or vibes.”

!!SATURDAY AUG. 17
Brendan Maclean with special guest Chelsea Shag When the Goddess of Nonsense ATL, DJ Kimber, calls to say she’s bringing a queer pop icon stateside, you clear the schedule hunny! “This is a big ol’ deal because his album debuted at #2 on the Australian iTunes charts in March, and he’s been called things like ‘a king of pop in the making’ (by the Guardian UK). He’s a queer icon in Australia but just hasn’t broken over here in a big way yet, so we’re fortunate to have him at such a small venue.”

Maclean’s controversial music video, “House of Air,” was described by the New Yorker as “Should never be viewed in any public setting,” and was eventually removed from Youtube. Why? In the video, homosexual encounters are depicted, casually, but I’m going to guess the interracial analingus is what sent evangelists into a tailspin. Personally, I find the video educational, interesting, and positive in nature. Nothin’ like young gays being gay! Emojis: butterfly, spinny heart, spinny heart, rainbow, boys kissing!!

PS: Preview Maclean live on CL’s Live from the Archives on Wednesday, August 21 on Facebook (@clatl) and Instagram (@creativeloafingatlanta) Live. Simply go to our profiles to view. Show starts around noonish.

!!SUNDAY AUG. 18
Can You Hear Me Now? DEAFinitely Dope is the artist name for Matt Maxey, a deaf performer and “the man bringing music to the deaf community,” landing at The Bakery Atlanta in August. From a young age, Maxey has only heard 25 percent of what’s going on. Add trusted hearing aids, and that volume cranks up to 70 percent. Focusing more on speech therapy, he struggled with sign language, until he challenged himself to sign his favorite rap songs. It worked.

Maxey soon mastered the language and started volunteering his skills. Signing music to the deaf community has led to calls from Chance the Rapper, D.R.A.M. and a spot on the MTV Video Music Awards signing the year’s hip hop category nominees. He currently offers “Visually artistic interpreting for music, motivational speaking, workshops, fundraisers, performances, ASL consulting and minority advancement.” — DEAFinitely Dope.

In classic Bakery fashion, this event comes with more than one attraction. On the menu for the same evening are two short film screenings about deaf artists and an interactive sound exhibit. “We will turn the stall hallways into booths in which you can experience sound in different ways (touch, vibrations, visual).” — Amanda Norris, The Bakery Atlanta

!!THURSDAY–SUNDAY AUG. 29–SEPT. 8
29Rooms: Expand Your Reality Traveling immersive installations making up “29Rooms” will head south August 29 and stay through September 8 at The Works, an 80-acre adaptive mixed-use development in the heart of Atlanta’s Upper Westside.

Super blog Refinery29 selected two Atlanta artists to collaborate on this multicity event. Artist Sarah Emerson, chosen to create the welcoming mural, would not giveaway her master plan, but did hint at fluorescents. Let’s glow! Once inside, you’ll find immersive artwork by artists from around the country, including local GSU grad, NNEKKA. Check out @CreativeLoafingAtlanta on Instagram for video interviews with both Emerson and NNEKKA.

“Through multi-sensory installations, performances, and workshops, we present you with a new way to connect with creativity, culture, and community.” — 29rooms.com. Besides the art, the beauty of these temporary attractions is they literally don’t get old. Similar to Infinity Mirrors, Candytopia, and Slime City. What a time to be alive!

!!Sundays 5-10 p.m. through October.
Chaka Khan Hacienda. Last month’s Talk of the Town highlighted a very regular Move, Chaka Khan Hacienda. This is one decorated day party owning the current title of “Best Day Party 2018” and “Best Recurring Party 2018,” by CL’s Best of Atlanta critics. This party is the reggae, house, and disco fusion sailing over the smell of Japanese street noodles overlooking the heart of Ponce, produced by bombshell Ree de la Vega.

The SCENE: Colorful. Gays, grays, and baes who slay. But seriously, it’s all ages and family-friendly. Most recently, I paid $5 for temporarily glittered teeth, and an extra $5 for more glitter to the face. Cupping’s a thang too. You know, that ancient form of suctioning glass cups to muscles. Great for pain relief, but leaves hella marks. You know it’s a safe space when everyone is happy, dancing, buying vintage, and paying for giant hickies. Plan on getting sweaty, Betty!

!!WEDNESDAY AUG. 14
WUSSY Mag brings Steel Magnolias to the Plaza Theatre “DRINK YOUR JUICE, SHELBY!” This 1989 classic based on a true story was written in just 10 days. “It just poured out into my typewriter in a 24/7 tsunami of Southernness,” writer Robert Harling has been quoted as saying of the play, which was inspired by the passing of his sister, who would become “Shelby” in the iconic film, set and filmed in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

If you’ve never seen Steel Magnolias on the big screen, now is your time, darlin’! And aw hell y’all, if it ain’t a Wussy party. Drag Queens Brigitte Bidet and Molly Rimswell are hosting a costume contest, so dust off those floral-print couch cushions and start crafting that look. “We encourage attendees to get rowdy, quote, and interact with the film.” — Wussy Mag. If you don’t like folks talking during films, stick to Netflix."
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This month, on ''The Move'', hip-hop for the hearing impaired, a yoga marathon, and more. Can you guess which Australian pop star hits Atlanta in August and is only performing in small venues?? How about Ouiser on the big screen? Read on for the tea, my Fluffy Bithkitz.

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. Kwanza Hall, The Georgia Hemp Company, Aviva and the Flying Penguins, and Sophia Sabsowitz with Pulp Books ATL, are all available for your listening pleasures on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, and of course, creativeloafing.com/podcasts.

!!THURSDAY AUG. 1
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ContrastATL: Dado (Free All Night) ContrastATL is the spot for FREE SOUNDS. This edition brings West Coast dubstep producer, Dado, for an intimate, speshy night of deep curated vibes at the Edgewood Speakeasy. Happens on 8/08, but not in connection with 808Fest. Bass, however, will still be present.

!!FRIDAY-SUNDAY AUG. 9-11
Dirty South Yoga Fest For the sixth consecutive year, Dirty South Yoga Fest brings together all of Atlanta & beyond’s best yogis under one roof. Throughout the weekend, yogis can choose from more than 10 courses of movement, meditation, and camaraderie. Classes vary and include options like RAVI Flow 101 using weighted blankets for additional calming; "Ride the Wave of Breath," a Somatic Exploration; and introductions into acro yoga.

''CL''’s Best of Atlanta “Best Yogi” 2018, Ziggy Moon will lead the meditation at the Friday-night Kick Off party, which also features vocalist Ruby Velle and yogini performer Charisse. “YES we will meditate, vibrate, and levitate. Buy your tickets for the Fridayyy Kick Off at dirtysouthyogafest.com,” — Ziggy Moon. The Loudermilk Center on Courtland Street is the location for this year’s festivities.

!!SATURDAY AUG. 10
Subtle Presents a Block Party & Warehouse Experience 2 p.m.-4 a.m. House and techno party hosts Subtle popped on the scene earlier in 2019, partnering with the Westside Cultural Arts Center and handpicking a house music selection that proves in demand in Atlanta. A short five months later and they’re bringing us a fest. “Our main focus is techhouse, techno, and house music, but we have included a couple of bass acts on the outdoor stage.” — Brendon, director of operations, Subtle Events.

Need some encouragement to get started early? Shlump tells The Move it is providing an open bar, as in FREE, from 2-3 p.m. Two out of the three stages are AIR CONDITIONED. This is huge. The outdoor stage will collaborate with 808 Fest, a multiday, multivenue celebration of bass happening around Atlanta the same weekend, with Dead Romeo from 4-5 p.m. Times staggered so no headliners are on at the same time. Kill Frenzy and VNSSA of Dirtybird fam are set to perform for the first time in Atlanta. Hoops and poi allowed, but leave that fire at home as they’ve hired professional pyros. Also, I’ll appreciate what else Subtle tells you to leave behind: “No bad attitudes or vibes.”

!!SATURDAY AUG. 17
Brendan Maclean with special guest Chelsea Shag When the Goddess of Nonsense ATL, DJ Kimber, calls to say she’s bringing a queer pop icon stateside, you clear the schedule hunny! “This is a big ol’ deal because his album debuted at #2 on the Australian iTunes charts in March, and he’s been called things like ‘a king of pop in the making’ (by the ''Guardian'' UK). He’s a queer icon in Australia but just hasn’t broken over here in a big way yet, so we’re fortunate to have him at such a small venue.”

Maclean’s controversial music video, “House of Air,” was described by the ''New Yorker'' as “Should never be viewed in any public setting,” and was eventually removed from Youtube. Why? In the video, homosexual encounters are depicted, casually, but I’m going to guess the interracial analingus is what sent evangelists into a tailspin. Personally, I find the video educational, interesting, and positive in nature. Nothin’ like young gays being gay! Emojis: butterfly, spinny heart, spinny heart, rainbow, boys kissing!!

PS: Preview Maclean live on ''CL''’s Live from the Archives on Wednesday, August 21 on Facebook (@clatl) and Instagram (@creativeloafingatlanta) Live. Simply go to our profiles to view. Show starts around noonish.

!!SUNDAY AUG. 18
Can You Hear Me Now? DEAFinitely Dope is the artist name for Matt Maxey, a deaf performer and “the man bringing music to the deaf community,” landing at The Bakery Atlanta in August. From a young age, Maxey has only heard 25 percent of what’s going on. Add trusted hearing aids, and that volume cranks up to 70 percent. Focusing more on speech therapy, he struggled with sign language, until he challenged himself to sign his favorite rap songs. It worked.

Maxey soon mastered the language and started volunteering his skills. Signing music to the deaf community has led to calls from Chance the Rapper, D.R.A.M. and a spot on the MTV Video Music Awards signing the year’s hip hop category nominees. He currently offers “Visually artistic interpreting for music, motivational speaking, workshops, fundraisers, performances, ASL consulting and minority advancement.” — DEAFinitely Dope.

In classic Bakery fashion, this event comes with more than one attraction. On the menu for the same evening are two short film screenings about deaf artists and an interactive sound exhibit. “We will turn the stall hallways into booths in which you can experience sound in different ways (touch, vibrations, visual).” — Amanda Norris, The Bakery Atlanta

!!THURSDAY–SUNDAY AUG. 29–SEPT. 8
29Rooms: Expand Your Reality Traveling immersive installations making up “29Rooms” will head south August 29 and stay through September 8 at The Works, an 80-acre adaptive mixed-use development in the heart of Atlanta’s Upper Westside.

Super blog Refinery29 selected two Atlanta artists to collaborate on this multicity event. Artist Sarah Emerson, chosen to create the welcoming mural, would not giveaway her master plan, but did hint at fluorescents. Let’s glow! Once inside, you’ll find immersive artwork by artists from around the country, including local GSU grad, NNEKKA. Check out @CreativeLoafingAtlanta on Instagram for video interviews with both Emerson and NNEKKA.

“Through multi-sensory installations, performances, and workshops, we present you with a new way to connect with creativity, culture, and community.” — 29rooms.com. Besides the art, the beauty of these temporary attractions is they literally don’t get old. Similar to Infinity Mirrors, Candytopia, and Slime City. What a time to be alive!

!!Sundays 5-10 p.m. through October.
Chaka Khan Hacienda. Last month’s Talk of the Town highlighted a very regular Move, Chaka Khan Hacienda. This is one decorated day party owning the current title of “Best Day Party 2018” and “Best Recurring Party 2018,” by ''CL''’s Best of Atlanta critics. This party is the reggae, house, and disco fusion sailing over the smell of Japanese street noodles overlooking the heart of Ponce, produced by bombshell Ree de la Vega.

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!!WEDNESDAY AUG. 14
WUSSY Mag brings ''Steel Magnolias'' to the Plaza Theatre “DRINK YOUR JUICE, SHELBY!” This 1989 classic based on a true story was written in just 10 days. “It just poured out into my typewriter in a 24/7 tsunami of Southernness,” writer Robert Harling has been quoted as saying of the play, which was inspired by the passing of his sister, who would become “Shelby” in the iconic film, set and filmed in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

If you’ve never seen ''Steel Magnolias'' on the big screen, now is your time, darlin’! And aw hell y’all, if it ain’t a Wussy party. Drag Queens Brigitte Bidet and Molly Rimswell are hosting a costume contest, so dust off those floral-print couch cushions and start crafting that look. “We encourage attendees to get rowdy, quote, and interact with the film.” — Wussy Mag. If you don’t like folks talking during films, stick to Netflix."
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This month, on The Move, hip-hop for the hearing impaired, a yoga marathon, and more. Can you guess which Australian pop star hits Atlanta in August and is only performing in small venues?? How about Ouiser on the big screen? Read on for the tea, my Fluffy Bithkitz.

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. Kwanza Hall, The Georgia Hemp Company, Aviva and the Flying Penguins, and Sophia Sabsowitz with Pulp Books ATL, are all available for your listening pleasures on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, and of course, creativeloafing.com/podcasts.

!!THURSDAY AUG. 1
AMEN: Night of 1000 Brigitte Bidets! Best Drag Queen, Best Event Host ... just a few titles our beloved drag queen Brigitte Bidet has earned from CL Best of Atlanta. STUNNING!! But also, this queen is a professionally trained dancer, with a comedic flare that will have you crying tears of laughter after she’s read you from top to bottom. Comb out your best blonde wig and squeeze back into that cheer squad ’fit and pay respects to the legend herself at Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium. Night of 1000 Brigitte Bidets is part of the monthly drag show, AMEN, a TAYLOR ALXNDR production.

!!  THURSDAY AUG. 8
ContrastATL: Dado (Free All Night) ContrastATL is the spot for FREE SOUNDS. This edition brings West Coast dubstep producer, Dado, for an intimate, speshy night of deep curated vibes at the Edgewood Speakeasy. Happens on 8/08, but not in connection with 808Fest. Bass, however, will still be present.

!!FRIDAY-SUNDAY AUG. 9-11
Dirty South Yoga Fest For the sixth consecutive year, Dirty South Yoga Fest brings together all of Atlanta & beyond’s best yogis under one roof. Throughout the weekend, yogis can choose from more than 10 courses of movement, meditation, and camaraderie. Classes vary and include options like RAVI Flow 101 using weighted blankets for additional calming; "Ride the Wave of Breath," a Somatic Exploration; and introductions into acro yoga.

CL’s Best of Atlanta “Best Yogi” 2018, Ziggy Moon will lead the meditation at the Friday-night Kick Off party, which also features vocalist Ruby Velle and yogini performer Charisse. “YES we will meditate, vibrate, and levitate. Buy your tickets for the Fridayyy Kick Off at dirtysouthyogafest.com,” — Ziggy Moon. The Loudermilk Center on Courtland Street is the location for this year’s festivities.

!!SATURDAY AUG. 10
Subtle Presents a Block Party & Warehouse Experience 2 p.m.-4 a.m. House and techno party hosts Subtle popped on the scene earlier in 2019, partnering with the Westside Cultural Arts Center and handpicking a house music selection that proves in demand in Atlanta. A short five months later and they’re bringing us a fest. “Our main focus is techhouse, techno, and house music, but we have included a couple of bass acts on the outdoor stage.” — Brendon, director of operations, Subtle Events.

Need some encouragement to get started early? Shlump tells The Move it is providing an open bar, as in FREE, from 2-3 p.m. Two out of the three stages are AIR CONDITIONED. This is huge. The outdoor stage will collaborate with 808 Fest, a multiday, multivenue celebration of bass happening around Atlanta the same weekend, with Dead Romeo from 4-5 p.m. Times staggered so no headliners are on at the same time. Kill Frenzy and VNSSA of Dirtybird fam are set to perform for the first time in Atlanta. Hoops and poi allowed, but leave that fire at home as they’ve hired professional pyros. Also, I’ll appreciate what else Subtle tells you to leave behind: “No bad attitudes or vibes.”

!!SATURDAY AUG. 17
Brendan Maclean with special guest Chelsea Shag When the Goddess of Nonsense ATL, DJ Kimber, calls to say she’s bringing a queer pop icon stateside, you clear the schedule hunny! “This is a big ol’ deal because his album debuted at #2 on the Australian iTunes charts in March, and he’s been called things like ‘a king of pop in the making’ (by the Guardian UK). He’s a queer icon in Australia but just hasn’t broken over here in a big way yet, so we’re fortunate to have him at such a small venue.”

Maclean’s controversial music video, “House of Air,” was described by the New Yorker as “Should never be viewed in any public setting,” and was eventually removed from Youtube. Why? In the video, homosexual encounters are depicted, casually, but I’m going to guess the interracial analingus is what sent evangelists into a tailspin. Personally, I find the video educational, interesting, and positive in nature. Nothin’ like young gays being gay! Emojis: butterfly, spinny heart, spinny heart, rainbow, boys kissing!!

PS: Preview Maclean live on CL’s Live from the Archives on Wednesday, August 21 on Facebook (@clatl) and Instagram (@creativeloafingatlanta) Live. Simply go to our profiles to view. Show starts around noonish.

!!SUNDAY AUG. 18
Can You Hear Me Now? DEAFinitely Dope is the artist name for Matt Maxey, a deaf performer and “the man bringing music to the deaf community,” landing at The Bakery Atlanta in August. From a young age, Maxey has only heard 25 percent of what’s going on. Add trusted hearing aids, and that volume cranks up to 70 percent. Focusing more on speech therapy, he struggled with sign language, until he challenged himself to sign his favorite rap songs. It worked.

Maxey soon mastered the language and started volunteering his skills. Signing music to the deaf community has led to calls from Chance the Rapper, D.R.A.M. and a spot on the MTV Video Music Awards signing the year’s hip hop category nominees. He currently offers “Visually artistic interpreting for music, motivational speaking, workshops, fundraisers, performances, ASL consulting and minority advancement.” — DEAFinitely Dope.

In classic Bakery fashion, this event comes with more than one attraction. On the menu for the same evening are two short film screenings about deaf artists and an interactive sound exhibit. “We will turn the stall hallways into booths in which you can experience sound in different ways (touch, vibrations, visual).” — Amanda Norris, The Bakery Atlanta

!!THURSDAY–SUNDAY AUG. 29–SEPT. 8
29Rooms: Expand Your Reality Traveling immersive installations making up “29Rooms” will head south August 29 and stay through September 8 at The Works, an 80-acre adaptive mixed-use development in the heart of Atlanta’s Upper Westside.

Super blog Refinery29 selected two Atlanta artists to collaborate on this multicity event. Artist Sarah Emerson, chosen to create the welcoming mural, would not giveaway her master plan, but did hint at fluorescents. Let’s glow! Once inside, you’ll find immersive artwork by artists from around the country, including local GSU grad, NNEKKA. Check out @CreativeLoafingAtlanta on Instagram for video interviews with both Emerson and NNEKKA.

“Through multi-sensory installations, performances, and workshops, we present you with a new way to connect with creativity, culture, and community.” — 29rooms.com. Besides the art, the beauty of these temporary attractions is they literally don’t get old. Similar to Infinity Mirrors, Candytopia, and Slime City. What a time to be alive!

!!Sundays 5-10 p.m. through October.
Chaka Khan Hacienda. Last month’s Talk of the Town highlighted a very regular Move, Chaka Khan Hacienda. This is one decorated day party owning the current title of “Best Day Party 2018” and “Best Recurring Party 2018,” by CL’s Best of Atlanta critics. This party is the reggae, house, and disco fusion sailing over the smell of Japanese street noodles overlooking the heart of Ponce, produced by bombshell Ree de la Vega.

The SCENE: Colorful. Gays, grays, and baes who slay. But seriously, it’s all ages and family-friendly. Most recently, I paid $5 for temporarily glittered teeth, and an extra $5 for more glitter to the face. Cupping’s a thang too. You know, that ancient form of suctioning glass cups to muscles. Great for pain relief, but leaves hella marks. You know it’s a safe space when everyone is happy, dancing, buying vintage, and paying for giant hickies. Plan on getting sweaty, Betty!

!!WEDNESDAY AUG. 14
WUSSY Mag brings Steel Magnolias to the Plaza Theatre “DRINK YOUR JUICE, SHELBY!” This 1989 classic based on a true story was written in just 10 days. “It just poured out into my typewriter in a 24/7 tsunami of Southernness,” writer Robert Harling has been quoted as saying of the play, which was inspired by the passing of his sister, who would become “Shelby” in the iconic film, set and filmed in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

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This month, on The Move, we are building thangz and gettin’ our hands dirty, catching a flick at the fabulous Fox and of course, lots of dancing. Read on for the tea, Sweet Peaches <3  

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @callmemissconception @creativeloafingatl 

FRIDAY JULY 5

DIY Backyard Compost Box Street Cat Media strikes again with yet another industrious, earth-friendly workshop! A few years ago, I bought a large plastic container and started throwing food waste in it. It’s still sitting there, but I’ve been too afraid to peek under the lid. Any volunteers? Assuming that’s a no, I’m going to jump on building a legit compost box. 

“Get your hands dirty at this basic woodworking workshop where you’ll learn how to assemble your own backyard composting box out of recycled wood pallets.” These workshops are nice and small, but you’ll want to snatch a spot sooner than later. Going down in the Bakie Makie space at The Bakery Atlanta.

SATURDAY JULY 6

GRIN: A Multimedia Gallery Installation: Opening Reception What’s the GRL PWR move on The Move this month, you ask? It’s GRIN. “GRIN takes a turn toward the physical attributes that play a part in a woman’s historical path of navigating ‘a man’s world,’ while asking questions about choice, survival, and rebellion.”

The opening and closing receptions will include live performance art. Attendees are encouraged to film these performances — no security hassle here! The film submitted by audience members will “be edited into a community dance film, giving filmmaker credits to everyone who participates. The final film will be shared with the community.” Become part of this exhibit for the long haul with your video contributions. As someone with 25k+ photos and videos on my iPhone, I’m pumped to take more footage. Another one at The Bakery Atlanta. Have I mentioned, I’m a fan?

THURSDAY JULY 11

DIY Wearables: Sewing LEDs Thus far, each time I’ve dressed in my drag lewk at Miss Conception (yes, cis women can do drag!), I’ve included some type of wearable string lighting. Another Street Cat Media workshop will be taking my drag game to the next level! At this basic electronics workshop, you’ll learn how to code a string of LEDs, some soldering, some sewing — and all in good company. In June, I attended a DIY LED Cloud class and walked out with a lot more than a psychedelic LED cloud of my very own. Now, I’m headed to the DIY Wearables to learn how to be lit on the go! Another one at The Bakery Atlanta. Have I mentioned, I’m a fan? Typically, I prefer to offer from a wide-range of venues, but The Bakery Atlanta is packed in July and I can’t resist. 

FRIDAY JULY 19

Nonsense: Glow Party at The Basement Nonsense parties make The Move for many reasons. Here are a few. When a flyer says, “Kimber is the DJ,” know they’re talking about the winner of CL’s Best of Atlanta 2018’s BEST DJ. But she doesn’t just bring the tunes, she provides all the flare you need —  in case you forget to dress up or bring your own nonsense. 

“Nonsense is bringing back its most popular theme party with industrial black lights, free neon face and body painting, free glow wear, confetti cannons, and your favorite pop, indie dance, house, and sing-along surprises. Kimber is the DJ.” 

SATURDAY JULY 20

Shiba San at Ravine Dirty Bird fam! My favorite Frenchie, Shiba San, is coming back to ATL! Have you been to Ravine yet? This venue is perfect for large acts, but still feels intimate and vibey with its wood walls, dope sound system, and plenty of space to move. 

“After a 15-year career in the French hip-hop scene, Shiba San became fascinated with the sounds of Chicago house, inspiring him to create his own productions, infusing his hip-hop influence with the soul of house music.”  Peux-tu danser?! (Can you dance?!)

Reproductive Bits: A Comedy Fundraiser It can be tough to laugh off stress, especially in 2019’s highly-charged climate. That’s why I’m taking my stress straight to the comedy professionals. Each laugh will cure one evangelist — I wish. In reality, all proceeds go to the ACLU of Alabama, currently fighting the most restrictive abortion law in the United States. 

Performances take place at The Beacon, Grant Park’s newest development on the south interim BeltLine trail, by Windy Peach Comedy, Medium Arts ATL and All Together Now Atl. For cereal though, in today’s sensitive times, it’s important to remember the healing effects of laughter. 

SATURDAY JULY 27

The Princess Bride at the Fox Theatre My first experience at the Fabulous Fox Theatre was to see the film The Goonies — and where is “Goonies: The Musical” now that I think about it? — and it was magical. Although I typically only catch concerts at the Fox now, I love the simplicity of lower security and a casual classic film on the big screen. Most have probably seen the films being screened, so expect a lot of reciting of classic one-liners. If you like to watch your movies in silence, try Netflix. 

The Coca-Cola summer film series is a great time to check out the shiny, new Fox Marquee Club. The bumped-up ticket includes priority access to the club 90 minutes prior to showtime, expedited security checks, and a buffet heavy on the pre-show hors d’oeuvres. You may also skip lines and use late-seating holds with access to the club’s private bars and restrooms; unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, and rooftop access after the show. Stick around for a nightcap and enjoy a historic view from the Marquee Club on the Fox rooftop.

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New York Stripped “The Candybox Revue is proud to present the fourth annual installment of their hit Broadway Revue! Come catch the glitz, glamour, and spectacle of classic Broadway hits that include your favorites with a twist, or, learn to fall in love with shows that are hot off the press! It’s Broadway like only Burlesque can do it, made even better by The Candybox Revue!” "
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This month, on The Move, we are building thangz and gettin’ our hands dirty, catching a flick at the fabulous Fox and of course, lots of dancing. Read on for the tea, Sweet Peaches <3  

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @callmemissconception @creativeloafingatl 

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__DIY Backyard Compost Box__ Street Cat Media strikes again with yet another industrious, earth-friendly workshop! A few years ago, I bought a large plastic container and started throwing food waste in it. It’s still sitting there, but I’ve been too afraid to peek under the lid. Any volunteers? Assuming that’s a no, I’m going to jump on building a legit compost box. 

“Get your hands dirty at this basic woodworking workshop where you’ll learn how to assemble your own backyard composting box out of recycled wood pallets.” These workshops are nice and small, but you’ll want to snatch a spot sooner than later. Going down in the Bakie Makie space at The Bakery Atlanta.

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__GRIN: A Multimedia Gallery Installation: Opening Reception__ What’s the GRL PWR move on The Move this month, you ask? It’s GRIN. “GRIN takes a turn toward the physical attributes that play a part in a woman’s historical path of navigating ‘a man’s world,’ while asking questions about choice, survival, and rebellion.”

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__DIY Wearables: Sewing LEDs__ Thus far, each time I’ve dressed in my drag lewk at Miss Conception (yes, cis women can do drag!), I’ve included some type of wearable string lighting. Another Street Cat Media workshop will be taking my drag game to the next level! At this basic electronics workshop, you’ll learn how to code a string of LEDs, some soldering, some sewing — and all in good company. In June, I attended a DIY LED Cloud class and walked out with a lot more than a psychedelic LED cloud of my very own. Now, I’m headed to the DIY Wearables to learn how to be lit on the go! Another one at The Bakery Atlanta. Have I mentioned, I’m a fan? Typically, I prefer to offer from a wide-range of venues, but The Bakery Atlanta is packed in July and I can’t resist. 

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__Nonsense: Glow Party at The Basement__ Nonsense parties make The Move for many reasons. Here are a few. When a flyer says, “Kimber is the DJ,” know they’re talking about the winner of ''CL''’s Best of Atlanta 2018’s BEST DJ. But she doesn’t just bring the tunes, she provides all the flare you need —  in case you forget to dress up or bring your own nonsense. 

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__Shiba San at Ravine__ Dirty Bird fam! My favorite Frenchie, Shiba San, is coming back to ATL! Have you been to Ravine yet? This venue is perfect for large acts, but still feels intimate and vibey with its wood walls, dope sound system, and plenty of space to move. 

“After a 15-year career in the French hip-hop scene, Shiba San became fascinated with the sounds of Chicago house, inspiring him to create his own productions, infusing his hip-hop influence with the soul of house music.”  Peux-tu danser?! (Can you dance?!)

__Reproductive Bits: A Comedy Fundraiser__ It can be tough to laugh off stress, especially in 2019’s highly-charged climate. That’s why I’m taking my stress straight to the comedy professionals. Each laugh will cure one evangelist — I wish. In reality, all proceeds go to the ACLU of Alabama, currently fighting the most restrictive abortion law in the United States. 

Performances take place at The Beacon, Grant Park’s newest development on the south interim BeltLine trail, by Windy Peach Comedy, Medium Arts ATL and All Together Now Atl. For cereal though, in today’s sensitive times, it’s important to remember the healing effects of laughter. 

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The Coca-Cola summer film series is a great time to check out the shiny, new Fox Marquee Club. The bumped-up ticket includes priority access to the club 90 minutes prior to showtime, expedited security checks, and a buffet heavy on the pre-show hors d’oeuvres. You may also skip lines and use late-seating holds with access to the club’s private bars and restrooms; unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, and rooftop access after the show. Stick around for a nightcap and enjoy a historic view from the Marquee Club on the Fox rooftop.

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This month, on The Move, we are building thangz and gettin’ our hands dirty, catching a flick at the fabulous Fox and of course, lots of dancing. Read on for the tea, Sweet Peaches <3  

Psst… Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for the latest episode of, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. For more updates:  @callmemissconception @creativeloafingatl 

FRIDAY JULY 5

DIY Backyard Compost Box Street Cat Media strikes again with yet another industrious, earth-friendly workshop! A few years ago, I bought a large plastic container and started throwing food waste in it. It’s still sitting there, but I’ve been too afraid to peek under the lid. Any volunteers? Assuming that’s a no, I’m going to jump on building a legit compost box. 

“Get your hands dirty at this basic woodworking workshop where you’ll learn how to assemble your own backyard composting box out of recycled wood pallets.” These workshops are nice and small, but you’ll want to snatch a spot sooner than later. Going down in the Bakie Makie space at The Bakery Atlanta.

SATURDAY JULY 6

GRIN: A Multimedia Gallery Installation: Opening Reception What’s the GRL PWR move on The Move this month, you ask? It’s GRIN. “GRIN takes a turn toward the physical attributes that play a part in a woman’s historical path of navigating ‘a man’s world,’ while asking questions about choice, survival, and rebellion.”

The opening and closing receptions will include live performance art. Attendees are encouraged to film these performances — no security hassle here! The film submitted by audience members will “be edited into a community dance film, giving filmmaker credits to everyone who participates. The final film will be shared with the community.” Become part of this exhibit for the long haul with your video contributions. As someone with 25k+ photos and videos on my iPhone, I’m pumped to take more footage. Another one at The Bakery Atlanta. Have I mentioned, I’m a fan?

THURSDAY JULY 11

DIY Wearables: Sewing LEDs Thus far, each time I’ve dressed in my drag lewk at Miss Conception (yes, cis women can do drag!), I’ve included some type of wearable string lighting. Another Street Cat Media workshop will be taking my drag game to the next level! At this basic electronics workshop, you’ll learn how to code a string of LEDs, some soldering, some sewing — and all in good company. In June, I attended a DIY LED Cloud class and walked out with a lot more than a psychedelic LED cloud of my very own. Now, I’m headed to the DIY Wearables to learn how to be lit on the go! Another one at The Bakery Atlanta. Have I mentioned, I’m a fan? Typically, I prefer to offer from a wide-range of venues, but The Bakery Atlanta is packed in July and I can’t resist. 

FRIDAY JULY 19

Nonsense: Glow Party at The Basement Nonsense parties make The Move for many reasons. Here are a few. When a flyer says, “Kimber is the DJ,” know they’re talking about the winner of CL’s Best of Atlanta 2018’s BEST DJ. But she doesn’t just bring the tunes, she provides all the flare you need —  in case you forget to dress up or bring your own nonsense. 

“Nonsense is bringing back its most popular theme party with industrial black lights, free neon face and body painting, free glow wear, confetti cannons, and your favorite pop, indie dance, house, and sing-along surprises. Kimber is the DJ.” 

SATURDAY JULY 20

Shiba San at Ravine Dirty Bird fam! My favorite Frenchie, Shiba San, is coming back to ATL! Have you been to Ravine yet? This venue is perfect for large acts, but still feels intimate and vibey with its wood walls, dope sound system, and plenty of space to move. 

“After a 15-year career in the French hip-hop scene, Shiba San became fascinated with the sounds of Chicago house, inspiring him to create his own productions, infusing his hip-hop influence with the soul of house music.”  Peux-tu danser?! (Can you dance?!)

Reproductive Bits: A Comedy Fundraiser It can be tough to laugh off stress, especially in 2019’s highly-charged climate. That’s why I’m taking my stress straight to the comedy professionals. Each laugh will cure one evangelist — I wish. In reality, all proceeds go to the ACLU of Alabama, currently fighting the most restrictive abortion law in the United States. 

Performances take place at The Beacon, Grant Park’s newest development on the south interim BeltLine trail, by Windy Peach Comedy, Medium Arts ATL and All Together Now Atl. For cereal though, in today’s sensitive times, it’s important to remember the healing effects of laughter. 

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The Princess Bride at the Fox Theatre My first experience at the Fabulous Fox Theatre was to see the film The Goonies — and where is “Goonies: The Musical” now that I think about it? — and it was magical. Although I typically only catch concerts at the Fox now, I love the simplicity of lower security and a casual classic film on the big screen. Most have probably seen the films being screened, so expect a lot of reciting of classic one-liners. If you like to watch your movies in silence, try Netflix. 

The Coca-Cola summer film series is a great time to check out the shiny, new Fox Marquee Club. The bumped-up ticket includes priority access to the club 90 minutes prior to showtime, expedited security checks, and a buffet heavy on the pre-show hors d’oeuvres. You may also skip lines and use late-seating holds with access to the club’s private bars and restrooms; unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, and rooftop access after the show. Stick around for a nightcap and enjoy a historic view from the Marquee Club on the Fox rooftop.

SATURDAY JULY 27

OYE Fest OYE Fest is a relatively new Latinx festival in ATL, with a mission of togetherness and safety in the Latinx community. OYE Fest celebrates the Latinx scene, creating a platform enabling it to rise and shine, while gaining much-deserved exposure. Lucky for the rest of us

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Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. 

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS IN JUNE:

Lunchtime Fiber 2019 It’s time to take yarn to the next level, my DIY dreamers. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance wants you to drop in to their studio from 10-2 to work on a fiber/textile project during your lunch break. Pack your lunch and snack while working around like-minded crafters and fiber experts. Next stop, the High Museum*! 

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SUNDAY JUNE 9:

Collect Atlanta Fundraiser Join artists FRKO, Y. Malik Jalal, Free Rent, and more as they come together in support of Collect Atlanta for an installation, and continue to shrink Atlanta-area food deserts. The fundraiser, held at the South Bend Commons on Lakewood Terrace, supports Collect Atlanta’s mission “to gather people who want access to resources or information about food sustainability in their communities.” 

Can’t make the event? Look for the GoFundMe page floating around. Funds also support partners South Bend Commons, Industrial Workers of the World,  FTP Farms, The Housing Justice League, and Community Movement Builders Project.  https://www.facebook.com/events/317993468875527/

SUNDAY JUNE 9:

Blue Spirit Wheel Live Set at Ecstatic Dance Atlanta Y’all know I love me a day rave! This special addition of Ecstatic Dance Atlanta comes with a LIVE MUSIC set by Blue Spirit Wheel, self-described as “Achieving liberation from the cycle of life-death-rebirth and helping others to do the same!” 

Being a morning person, the only thing I dislike about dance music is the hours. My body wants to dance all day, and then go get hours of sleep please and thank you. Also, sober dance party = no hangovers! Only $20 at the door!

SUNDAY JUNE 9:

Hemp Out the Toxins $5 Hemp is the answer to most problems in my life, and you should totally jump on this bandwagon if you haven’t already. Sure, the devil’s lettuce can get you high, but the uses of hemp go way beyond getting your buzz on. 

Here’s a new one to me, hemp for toxic waste. Instead of costly remediation for toxic water and landfills, the Georgia Hemp Economic Revival Organization wants to use hemp to create a healthier eco system. “There is a better way.  We can plant hemp, sunflowers, poplar trees, mushroom barriers .... so many possibilities!” —The Georgia Hemp Economic Revival Organization. Proceeds from the fundraiser go towards The Sunflower Project (GA Phytoremediation Program) and to frame a proposal to Georgia Power to research hemp phytoremediation.

Come for the hemp-plastered earth house, stay for the live hemp-building demos, music, hemp hay rides, and an education on “hemping out the toxins.” 2 p.m.-8 p.m., Waller’s Coffee Shop, 240 DeKalb Industrial Way in Decatur.

THURSDAY JUNE 13:

ContrastATL (Free All Night) UUeird brings up another FREE night of music. Bassheads can rejoice in an intimate setting at Edgewood Speakeasy, above the Music Room on Edgewood Avenue. This month, Xenotype. Guest DJs are encouraged to play out of their usual genres, so it will be interesting to hear how Xenotype steps away from dubstep.

ContrastATL runs every second Thursday, housing fresh insight into Atlanta’s current DJ scene. Strictly 21 and up.

WEDNESDAY JUNE 12:

Tchaikovsky & More in Piedmont Park Enjoy the work of the Russian composer who wrote the soundtracks to our lives before there were soundtracks, when conductor Robert Spano and the ASO perform Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony for free in Piedmont Park. An early show featuring the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra begins at 6:30 p.m. Also on the bill: Rossini and Christopher Theofanidis.

Go chill the box wine and call ahead on those Publix subs because I really can’t think of a better reason for a picnic in the park. Pro tip: Go early to catch a great view. Although there is plenty of space, the closer to the stage, the more likely you can drown out the Chatty Cathys. 

SATURDAY JUNE 15:

Summer Photo Walk Historic Oakland Cemetery is a photographer’s paradise. PERIOD. I love the reaction from visitors when I mention we’re going to an event in the cemetery, but it truly is one of the best stops on any tour of Atlanta.

Meet up with photogs of all levels during the golden hour to capture Victorian funerary sculptures and cultivated gardens with a stunning backdrop of the city of Atlanta. “This will be an excellent opportunity to practice macro and architecture photography.” — HOC. Well praise Jesus, bc I personally live for macro photo ops! The event is $15 for members of Historic Oakland Foundation and $20 for non-members.  

SATURDAY JUNE 15:

Deep South presents Ladies of LCD Soundsystem DJ Tour LCD Soundsystem is a top-five all-time band for me. This music gets my serotonin off the charts!! I’m a survivor of the two-night face-melter performance at the Roxy in 2017. Night one was the first time I ever cried tears of joy at a concert. Two years later, they’re sending the ladies, or the best of the band IMO. These women are nothing short of prolific in their solo careers, as well as time with LCD. 

“Ladies of LCD Soundsystem is a DJ tour with Nancy Whang and Gavin Rayna Russom. The tour is a celebration of their work as solo artists, and an exploration of their music beyond their work with LCD Soundsystem as keyboard player/vocalist and synthesist respectively.”

At the Music Room, 327 Edgewood Avenue. If you like dancing in a tiny, intimate club with legends, this is the party for you. 

WEDNESDAY JUNE 26–SUNDAY JUNE 30:

Southern Fried Queer Pride Atlanta 2019! Celebrating five years of fried pride! Southern Fried Queer Pride is a queer and trans, arts & advocacy that goes down at The Bakery Atlanta — the most adorable DIY space in ATL right now. Personally looking forward to a DIY Menstrual Pads (Upcycled) Workshop, a useful life skill I’d wish I’d learned instead of algebra. 

“This means 5 years of legendary dance parties, catalyzing community discussions, provocative art galleries, A BALL, and so much more. Now we bring you 5 DAYS of deep fried, queer seasoned events!” — SFQP

The festival has a suggested $7 to $20 sliding-scale door cover, however, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Sigh. If only the whole world operated like our friends at SFQP. 

http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/sfqpatl2019

SUNDAY JUNE 23:

2019 LGBTQ History Tour Ever wonder how Atlanta neighborhoods became gayborhoods? The Center for Civil and Human Rights’ LGBTQ Institute wants to ride around on a shuttle and educate you. From Ansley Mall to 10th and Piedmont and Cheshire Bridge, activists Dave Hayward and Maria Helena Dolan explain the history of these predominantly LGBTQ areas. Learn about Atlanta neighborhoods, and the human and civil rights saga that helped sew its fabric. Two hours for only $20. https://www.atlantapride.org/event/"
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Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for ''CL''’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here. 

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Being a morning person, the only thing I dislike about dance music is the hours. My body wants to dance all day, and then go get hours of sleep please and thank you. Also, sober dance party = no hangovers! Only $20 at the door!

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__Hemp Out the Toxins $5__ Hemp is the answer to most problems in my life, and you should totally jump on this bandwagon if you haven’t already. Sure, the devil’s lettuce can get you high, but the uses of hemp go way beyond getting your buzz on. 

Here’s a new one to me, hemp for toxic waste. Instead of costly remediation for toxic water and landfills, the Georgia Hemp Economic Revival Organization wants to use hemp to create a healthier eco system. “There is a better way.  We can plant hemp, sunflowers, poplar trees, mushroom barriers .... so many possibilities!” —The Georgia Hemp Economic Revival Organization. Proceeds from the fundraiser go towards The Sunflower Project (GA Phytoremediation Program) and to frame a proposal to Georgia Power to research hemp phytoremediation.

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ContrastATL runs every second Thursday, housing fresh insight into Atlanta’s current DJ scene. Strictly 21 and up.

__WEDNESDAY JUNE 12:__

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Go chill the box wine and call ahead on those Publix subs because I really can’t think of a better reason for a picnic in the park. Pro tip: Go early to catch a great view. Although there is plenty of space, the closer to the stage, the more likely you can drown out the Chatty Cathys. 

__SATURDAY JUNE 15:__

Summer Photo Walk Historic Oakland Cemetery is a photographer’s paradise. PERIOD. I love the reaction from visitors when I mention we’re going to an event in the cemetery, but it truly is one of the best stops on any tour of Atlanta.

Meet up with photogs of all levels during the golden hour to capture Victorian funerary sculptures and cultivated gardens with a stunning backdrop of the city of Atlanta. “This will be an excellent opportunity to practice macro and architecture photography.” — HOC. Well praise Jesus, bc I personally live for macro photo ops! The event is $15 for members of Historic Oakland Foundation and $20 for non-members.  

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“Ladies of LCD Soundsystem is a DJ tour with Nancy Whang and Gavin Rayna Russom. The tour is a celebration of their work as solo artists, and an exploration of their music beyond their work with LCD Soundsystem as keyboard player/vocalist and synthesist respectively.”

At the Music Room, 327 Edgewood Avenue. If you like dancing in a tiny, intimate club with legends, this is the party for you. 

__WEDNESDAY JUNE 26–SUNDAY JUNE 30:__

__Southern Fried Queer Pride Atlanta 2019!__ Celebrating five years of fried pride! Southern Fried Queer Pride is a queer and trans, arts & advocacy that goes down at The Bakery Atlanta — the most adorable DIY space in ATL right now. Personally looking forward to a DIY Menstrual Pads (Upcycled) Workshop, a useful life skill I’d wish I’d learned instead of algebra. 

“This means 5 years of legendary dance parties, catalyzing community discussions, provocative art galleries, A BALL, and so much more. Now we bring you 5 DAYS of deep fried, queer seasoned events!” — SFQP

The festival has a suggested $7 to $20 sliding-scale door cover, however, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Sigh. If only the whole world operated like our friends at SFQP. 

http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/sfqpatl2019

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TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS IN JUNE:

Lunchtime Fiber 2019 It’s time to take yarn to the next level, my DIY dreamers. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance wants you to drop in to their studio from 10-2 to work on a fiber/textile project during your lunch break. Pack your lunch and snack while working around like-minded crafters and fiber experts. Next stop, the High Museum*! 

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SUNDAY JUNE 9:

Collect Atlanta Fundraiser Join artists FRKO, Y. Malik Jalal, Free Rent, and more as they come together in support of Collect Atlanta for an installation, and continue to shrink Atlanta-area food deserts. The fundraiser, held at the South Bend Commons on Lakewood Terrace, supports Collect Atlanta’s mission “to gather people who want access to resources or information about food sustainability in their communities.” 

Can’t make the event? Look for the GoFundMe page floating around. Funds also support partners South Bend Commons, Industrial Workers of the World,  FTP Farms, The Housing Justice League, and Community Movement Builders Project.  https://www.facebook.com/events/317993468875527/

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Blue Spirit Wheel Live Set at Ecstatic Dance Atlanta Y’all know I love me a day rave! This special addition of Ecstatic Dance Atlanta comes with a LIVE MUSIC set by Blue Spirit Wheel, self-described as “Achieving liberation from the cycle of life-death-rebirth and helping others to do the same!” 

Being a morning person, the only thing I dislike about dance music is the hours. My body wants to dance all day, and then go get hours of sleep please and thank you. Also, sober dance party = no hangovers! Only $20 at the door!

SUNDAY JUNE 9:

Hemp Out the Toxins $5 Hemp is the answer to most problems in my life, and you should totally jump on this bandwagon if you haven’t already. Sure, the devil’s lettuce can get you high, but the uses of hemp go way beyond getting your buzz on. 

Here’s a new one to me, hemp for toxic waste. Instead of costly remediation for toxic water and landfills, the Georgia Hemp Economic Revival Organization wants to use hemp to create a healthier eco system. “There is a better way.  We can plant hemp, sunflowers, poplar trees, mushroom barriers .... so many possibilities!” —The Georgia Hemp Economic Revival Organization. Proceeds from the fundraiser go towards The Sunflower Project (GA Phytoremediation Program) and to frame a proposal to Georgia Power to research hemp phytoremediation.

Come for the hemp-plastered earth house, stay for the live hemp-building demos, music, hemp hay rides, and an education on “hemping out the toxins.” 2 p.m.-8 p.m., Waller’s Coffee Shop, 240 DeKalb Industrial Way in Decatur.

THURSDAY JUNE 13:

ContrastATL (Free All Night) UUeird brings up another FREE night of music. Bassheads can rejoice in an intimate setting at Edgewood Speakeasy, above the Music Room on Edgewood Avenue. This month, Xenotype. Guest DJs are encouraged to play out of their usual genres, so it will be interesting to hear how Xenotype steps away from dubstep.

ContrastATL runs every second Thursday, housing fresh insight into Atlanta’s current DJ scene. Strictly 21 and up.

WEDNESDAY JUNE 12:

Tchaikovsky & More in Piedmont Park Enjoy the work of the Russian composer who wrote the soundtracks to our lives before there were soundtracks, when conductor Robert Spano and the ASO perform Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony for free in Piedmont Park. An early show featuring the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra begins at 6:30 p.m. Also on the bill: Rossini and Christopher Theofanidis.

Go chill the box wine and call ahead on those Publix subs because I really can’t think of a better reason for a picnic in the park. Pro tip: Go early to catch a great view. Although there is plenty of space, the closer to the stage, the more likely you can drown out the Chatty Cathys. 

SATURDAY JUNE 15:

Summer Photo Walk Historic Oakland Cemetery is a photographer’s paradise. PERIOD. I love the reaction from visitors when I mention we’re going to an event in the cemetery, but it truly is one of the best stops on any tour of Atlanta.

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SATURDAY JUNE 15:

Deep South presents Ladies of LCD Soundsystem DJ Tour LCD Soundsystem is a top-five all-time band for me. This music gets my serotonin off the charts!! I’m a survivor of the two-night face-melter performance at the Roxy in 2017. Night one was the first time I ever cried tears of joy at a concert. Two years later, they’re sending the ladies, or the best of the band IMO. These women are nothing short of prolific in their solo careers, as well as time with LCD. 

“Ladies of LCD Soundsystem is a DJ tour with Nancy Whang and Gavin Rayna Russom. The tour is a celebration of their work as solo artists, and an exploration of their music beyond their work with LCD Soundsystem as keyboard player/vocalist and synthesist respectively.”

At the Music Room, 327 Edgewood Avenue. If you like dancing in a tiny, intimate club with legends, this is the party for you. 

WEDNESDAY JUNE 26–SUNDAY JUNE 30:

Southern Fried Queer Pride Atlanta 2019! Celebrating five years of fried pride! Southern Fried Queer Pride is a queer and trans, arts & advocacy that goes down at The Bakery Atlanta — the most adorable DIY space in ATL right now. Personally looking forward to a DIY Menstrual Pads (Upcycled) Workshop, a useful life skill I’d wish I’d learned instead of algebra. 

“This means 5 years of legendary dance parties, catalyzing community discussions, provocative art galleries, A BALL, and so much more. Now we bring you 5 DAYS of deep fried, queer seasoned events!” — SFQP

The festival has a suggested $7 to $20 sliding-scale door cover, however, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Sigh. If only the whole world operated like our friends at SFQP. 

http://www.southernfriedqueerpride.com/sfqpatl2019

SUNDAY JUNE 23:

2019 LGBTQ History Tour Ever wonder how Atlanta neighborhoods became gayborhoods? The Center for Civil and Human Rights’ LGBTQ Institute wants to ride around on a shuttle and educate you. From Ansley Mall to 10th and Piedmont and Cheshire Bridge, activists Dave Hayward and Maria Helena Dolan explain the history of these predominantly LGBTQ areas. Learn about Atlanta neighborhoods, and the human and civil rights saga that helped sew its fabric. Two hours for only $20. https://www.atlantapride.org/event/    Ema Carr The main move right now: Women’s rights – in May, there were a total of four protests at the Georgia State Capitol, sending a loud message of disapproval to the governor.   0,0,10    themove                       THE MOVE: Plan accordingly - June 2019 "
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Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here.

Friday May 3–Sunday May 19: 

Broken Bone Bathtub: Atlanta Ever tried showering in a cast? Hard pass. Artist and activist Siobhan O’Loughlin discovered the tub was the way to go after a bad cycling accident in NYC left her with a broken arm. Her apartment was equipped with only a stand-up shower, so she called on friends to ask if she could, well, bathe in their tubs. Naturally. Not only was she able to bathe with a cast, but she became a cast of one creating the one-woman show, Broken Bone Bathtub.

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Friday May 3–Sunday May 5: 

Shaky Knees Music Festival The line-up gets better and better each year at Atlanta’s hometown mega rock fest, IMO. This is the festival’s sixth year and will feature headliners Incubus (and the resurrection of my Brandon Boyd teenage fantasies), Beck, Cage the Elephant, and Tame Impala. Along with these main acts, the fine-print lineup will get me there early each day, including long-time Atlanta faves like The Black Lips and Deerhunter, plus new faves Japanese Breakfast.

And, hey, Liz Phair! Welcome back to my life! I always knew we’d meet again. Also, don’t sleep on The Joy Formidable, or perhaps a little band you may have heard of, Tears For Fears. This annual fest is a great bang for your buck with a consistently electric lineup of today’s and yesterday’s favorite rockers. Again, IMO. I’m a fan (girl).

Monday May 6: 

Queers on Film: The Doom Generation Wussy takes over the Plaza Atlanta theater for a screening of The Doom Generation. The mag’s new film series highlights queer characters in vintage — yes the ’90s are now vintage — movies. And, I assume, it’s okay to sing the film series title along to  Duran Duran’s iconic hit, “Girls on Film.” Crowd participation is encouraged at these screenings, as well as dressing up however TF your lil’ heart desires, hunties.

Every Tuesday May 7–28 

5Rhythms Atlanta According to 5Rhythms’ “story” on Facebook, “The 5Rhythms® — Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, Stillness — are states of Being. They are a map to everywhere we want to go, on all planes of consciousness — inner and outer, forward and back, physical, emotional, and intellectual. Movement as a spiritual practice is a path to presence — losing the dancer and becoming the dance.

If losing yourself to dance seems far-fetched, this is an event for you, bc I’m guessing you desperately need to Let. Go. 5 Rhythms will encourage that with absolutely zero judgment. Turn off the mind and follow your body, it might just surprise you. The First Existentialist Congregation, 470 Candler Park Drive, N.E. 404-378-5570.

Wednesday May 8: 

Combo Chimbita & Yukons + La Choloteca DJs Combo Chimbita claim “the New York-by-way-of-Colombia troupe fuse the perennial rhythms of the Afro-Latinx diaspora with a modern-day consciousness, while tracing the prophetic traditions of our ancestry.” What you need to know is, it’s music that’s impossible to stand still to! And why anyone would want to is beyond …

Bonus!! La Choloteca DJs will open the show. If you’re a noob to evenings with La Choloteca, welcome to your new regularly scheduled mini-staycation.

Thursday May 9–Sunday May 12: 

Illumine If anyone is reading this column on the reg (omg thank you), you’ll notice Oakland Cemetery typically makes the cut. This month, enjoy a mile-long light display by local artists with the Atlanta skyline as the backdrop.

Live music by The Shoal Creek Stranglers and bevvies by Old 4th Ward Distillery accompany this afterhours Oakland Cemetery shindig. This event is free for the kiddos and uber fam-friendly. Seances not encouraged. Perform at own risk.

Sunday May 12: 

HBD MOM! Shouldies, Taylor Alxndr, Jamee Cornelia, Sweet William Does your mom really want more flowers, cards, jewelry, brunch? Probably. But let’s throw drag into the mix this Mother’s Day! Mother Bar + Kitchen will celebrate six years on Edgewood Avenue Sunday, May 12, with our favorite ladies in drag. I don’t know about y’all, but my mom lives for drag so this will be a win-win.

This party is free! “We are asking for donations to help us update our performance space, including building a stage, installing lights, and installing a stair-lift for better accessibility. $3-$10 suggested donation with no one turned away for lack of funds!” say those at Mother Bar + Kitchen.

Friday May 17: 

Music Matters Presents: Full Send at Aisle 5 If anything matters in life, music matters. Music Matters Productions gets this, producing a number of live music events in this city. They are throwing a show with their favorite DJs: M3WT, Animal Ace, Juna Red, Andy Bruh, and Ployd, aka “Bass Jesus,” a CL “Best of Atlanta” winner.

“Get ready to dump some gas down the ol’ cylinders, because we’re gonna send it,” the group claims. Translation: “They’ve got the speakers and lasers to pull off a serious banger, y’all.”

Saturday May 18: 

Full Moon Hike Occasionally, The Move takes to nature, bc well, balance and shit. The Tallulah Gorge State Park rangers will guide you on a tour to a suspension bridge smack between two cliffs and above a gorge. A full moon will be making a vibrant appearance, weather depending.

The hike’s round-trip distance is one mile and costs $5. The group tours are small and often fill fast. If you miss this month’s, you’ll want to sign up for August, November, or December sooner than later.  Hooowwwwlllllllllllllllllll. Best I got.

Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26: 

Atlanta Jazz Festival To say one doesn’t like jazz is like saying one doesn’t like green foods. They all taste different, how could you possibly blanket those poor green foods! But, I digress. Atlanta Jazz Fest will whisk you away to other lands, without leaving the A. Plus, it’s two FREE days of live music in Piedmont Park. Need I say more?! But of course I will!

I’m looking forward to the soulful depth of vocalist and Georgia native, Lizz Wright, and the swanky sounds of Alex Lattimore. Also, Kandace Springs — inspired by Nina Simone, and a favorite of Prince, RIP — takes the stage Saturday evening with a voice that rivals Sade, a description I never use lightly.

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Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for ''CL''’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here.

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And, hey, Liz Phair! Welcome back to my life! I always knew we’d meet again. Also, don’t sleep on The Joy Formidable, or perhaps a little band you may have heard of, Tears For Fears. This annual fest is a great bang for your buck with a consistently electric lineup of today’s and yesterday’s favorite rockers. Again, IMO. I’m a fan (girl).

__Monday May 6: __

__Queers on Film: The Doom Generation__ ''Wussy'' takes over the Plaza Atlanta theater for a screening of ''The Doom Generation''. The mag’s new film series highlights queer characters in vintage — yes the ’90s are now vintage — movies. And, I assume, it’s okay to sing the film series title along to  Duran Duran’s iconic hit, “Girls on Film.” Crowd participation is encouraged at these screenings, as well as dressing up however TF your lil’ heart desires, hunties.

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__5Rhythms Atlanta__ According to 5Rhythms’ “story” on Facebook, “The 5Rhythms® — Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, Stillness — are states of Being. They are a map to everywhere we want to go, on all planes of consciousness — inner and outer, forward and back, physical, emotional, and intellectual. Movement as a spiritual practice is a path to presence — losing the dancer and becoming the dance.

If losing yourself to dance seems far-fetched, this is an event for you, bc I’m guessing you desperately need to Let. Go. 5 Rhythms will encourage that with absolutely zero judgment. Turn off the mind and follow your body, it might just surprise you. The First Existentialist Congregation, 470 Candler Park Drive, N.E. 404-378-5570.

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Bonus!! La Choloteca DJs will open the show. If you’re a noob to evenings with La Choloteca, welcome to your new regularly scheduled mini-staycation.

__Thursday May 9–Sunday May 12: __

__Illumine__ If anyone is reading this column on the reg (omg thank you), you’ll notice Oakland Cemetery typically makes the cut. This month, enjoy a mile-long light display by local artists with the Atlanta skyline as the backdrop.

Live music by The Shoal Creek Stranglers and bevvies by Old 4th Ward Distillery accompany this afterhours Oakland Cemetery shindig. This event is free for the kiddos and uber fam-friendly. Seances not encouraged. Perform at own risk.

__Sunday May 12: __

HBD MOM! Shouldies, Taylor Alxndr, Jamee Cornelia, Sweet William Does your mom really want more flowers, cards, jewelry, brunch? Probably. But let’s throw drag into the mix this Mother’s Day! Mother Bar + Kitchen will celebrate six years on Edgewood Avenue Sunday, May 12, with our favorite ladies in drag. I don’t know about y’all, but my mom lives for drag so this will be a win-win.

This party is free! “We are asking for donations to help us update our performance space, including building a stage, installing lights, and installing a stair-lift for better accessibility. $3-$10 suggested donation with no one turned away for lack of funds!” say those at Mother Bar + Kitchen.

__Friday May 17: __

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“Get ready to dump some gas down the ol’ cylinders, because we’re gonna send it,” the group claims. Translation: “They’ve got the speakers and lasers to pull off a serious banger, y’all.”

__Saturday May 18: __

__Full Moon Hike__ Occasionally, The Move takes to nature, bc well, balance and shit. The Tallulah Gorge State Park rangers will guide you on a tour to a suspension bridge smack between two cliffs and above a gorge. A full moon will be making a vibrant appearance, weather depending.

The hike’s round-trip distance is one mile and costs $5. The group tours are small and often fill fast. If you miss this month’s, you’ll want to sign up for August, November, or December sooner than later.  Hooowwwwlllllllllllllllllll. Best I got.

__Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26: __

__Atlanta Jazz Festival__ To say one doesn’t like jazz is like saying one doesn’t like green foods. They all taste different, how could you possibly blanket those poor green foods! But, I digress. Atlanta Jazz Fest will whisk you away to other lands, without leaving the A. Plus, it’s two FREE days of live music in Piedmont Park. Need I say more?! But of course I will!

I’m looking forward to the soulful depth of vocalist and Georgia native, Lizz Wright, and the swanky sounds of Alex Lattimore. Also, Kandace Springs — inspired by Nina Simone, and a favorite of Prince, RIP — takes the stage Saturday evening with a voice that rivals Sade, a description I never use lightly.

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Psst … Xtra! Xtra! Weed all about it! Shameless plug for CL’s latest podcast series, “Friends in High Places.” Listen along as I interview the likes of those mapping out the cannabis industry for Georgians, bc it’s not coming, it’s here.

Friday May 3–Sunday May 19: 

Broken Bone Bathtub: Atlanta Ever tried showering in a cast? Hard pass. Artist and activist Siobhan O’Loughlin discovered the tub was the way to go after a bad cycling accident in NYC left her with a broken arm. Her apartment was equipped with only a stand-up shower, so she called on friends to ask if she could, well, bathe in their tubs. Naturally. Not only was she able to bathe with a cast, but she became a cast of one creating the one-woman show, Broken Bone Bathtub.

The play premiered in Tokyo, played the UK, and has since been performed throughout Australia, Ireland, and across the USA — and now Atlanta, where tubs across the city are being prepared. O’Loughlin will bounce from tubs in Grant Park to Belvedere to Sandy Springs for multiple performances. Anywhere from four to 12 audience members are allowed at the shows, depending on the size of the bathroom hosting the performance for the evening. Nothin’ like a good lemons-to-lemonade story.

Friday May 3–Sunday May 5: 

Shaky Knees Music Festival The line-up gets better and better each year at Atlanta’s hometown mega rock fest, IMO. This is the festival’s sixth year and will feature headliners Incubus (and the resurrection of my Brandon Boyd teenage fantasies), Beck, Cage the Elephant, and Tame Impala. Along with these main acts, the fine-print lineup will get me there early each day, including long-time Atlanta faves like The Black Lips and Deerhunter, plus new faves Japanese Breakfast.

And, hey, Liz Phair! Welcome back to my life! I always knew we’d meet again. Also, don’t sleep on The Joy Formidable, or perhaps a little band you may have heard of, Tears For Fears. This annual fest is a great bang for your buck with a consistently electric lineup of today’s and yesterday’s favorite rockers. Again, IMO. I’m a fan (girl).

Monday May 6: 

Queers on Film: The Doom Generation Wussy takes over the Plaza Atlanta theater for a screening of The Doom Generation. The mag’s new film series highlights queer characters in vintage — yes the ’90s are now vintage — movies. And, I assume, it’s okay to sing the film series title along to  Duran Duran’s iconic hit, “Girls on Film.” Crowd participation is encouraged at these screenings, as well as dressing up however TF your lil’ heart desires, hunties.

Every Tuesday May 7–28 

5Rhythms Atlanta According to 5Rhythms’ “story” on Facebook, “The 5Rhythms® — Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, Stillness — are states of Being. They are a map to everywhere we want to go, on all planes of consciousness — inner and outer, forward and back, physical, emotional, and intellectual. Movement as a spiritual practice is a path to presence — losing the dancer and becoming the dance.

If losing yourself to dance seems far-fetched, this is an event for you, bc I’m guessing you desperately need to Let. Go. 5 Rhythms will encourage that with absolutely zero judgment. Turn off the mind and follow your body, it might just surprise you. The First Existentialist Congregation, 470 Candler Park Drive, N.E. 404-378-5570.

Wednesday May 8: 

Combo Chimbita & Yukons + La Choloteca DJs Combo Chimbita claim “the New York-by-way-of-Colombia troupe fuse the perennial rhythms of the Afro-Latinx diaspora with a modern-day consciousness, while tracing the prophetic traditions of our ancestry.” What you need to know is, it’s music that’s impossible to stand still to! And why anyone would want to is beyond …

Bonus!! La Choloteca DJs will open the show. If you’re a noob to evenings with La Choloteca, welcome to your new regularly scheduled mini-staycation.

Thursday May 9–Sunday May 12: 

Illumine If anyone is reading this column on the reg (omg thank you), you’ll notice Oakland Cemetery typically makes the cut. This month, enjoy a mile-long light display by local artists with the Atlanta skyline as the backdrop.

Live music by The Shoal Creek Stranglers and bevvies by Old 4th Ward Distillery accompany this afterhours Oakland Cemetery shindig. This event is free for the kiddos and uber fam-friendly. Seances not encouraged. Perform at own risk.

Sunday May 12: 

HBD MOM! Shouldies, Taylor Alxndr, Jamee Cornelia, Sweet William Does your mom really want more flowers, cards, jewelry, brunch? Probably. But let’s throw drag into the mix this Mother’s Day! Mother Bar + Kitchen will celebrate six years on Edgewood Avenue Sunday, May 12, with our favorite ladies in drag. I don’t know about y’all, but my mom lives for drag so this will be a win-win.

This party is free! “We are asking for donations to help us update our performance space, including building a stage, installing lights, and installing a stair-lift for better accessibility. $3-$10 suggested donation with no one turned away for lack of funds!” say those at Mother Bar + Kitchen.

Friday May 17: 

Music Matters Presents: Full Send at Aisle 5 If anything matters in life, music matters. Music Matters Productions gets this, producing a number of live music events in this city. They are throwing a show with their favorite DJs: M3WT, Animal Ace, Juna Red, Andy Bruh, and Ployd, aka “Bass Jesus,” a CL “Best of Atlanta” winner.

“Get ready to dump some gas down the ol’ cylinders, because we’re gonna send it,” the group claims. Translation: “They’ve got the speakers and lasers to pull off a serious banger, y’all.”

Saturday May 18: 

Full Moon Hike Occasionally, The Move takes to nature, bc well, balance and shit. The Tallulah Gorge State Park rangers will guide you on a tour to a suspension bridge smack between two cliffs and above a gorge. A full moon will be making a vibrant appearance, weather depending.

The hike’s round-trip distance is one mile and costs $5. The group tours are small and often fill fast. If you miss this month’s, you’ll want to sign up for August, November, or December sooner than later.  Hooowwwwlllllllllllllllllll. Best I got.

Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26: 

Atlanta Jazz Festival To say one doesn’t like jazz is like saying one doesn’t like green foods. They all taste different, how could you possibly blanket those poor green foods! But, I digress. Atlanta Jazz Fest will whisk you away to other lands, without leaving the A. Plus, it’s two FREE days of live music in Piedmont Park. Need I say more?! But of course I will!

I’m looking forward to the soulful depth of vocalist and Georgia native, Lizz Wright, and the swanky sounds of Alex Lattimore. Also, Kandace Springs — inspired by Nina Simone, and a favorite of Prince, RIP — takes the stage Saturday evening with a voice that rivals Sade, a description I never use lightly.

I’m on a quest to find Morris in the Morning, Jazz 91.9 WCLK’s morning DJ, Morris Baxter. [[[It shouldn’t be too hard, he’s on Facebook and at WCLK in the a.m. — Editor] If you ain’t in on Baxter’s morning motivations, know that, according to Baxter, “it’s for you because it’s way bigger than me!”  and that “something good is going to happen to me [[[and you] today.”

L.Y.L.A.S.,

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Festival season is here, but did it ever really go away? As they say, it’s always a great time to be in Atlanta! Peep this spring’s picks for the moves in April, y’all! 




April 3, Wednesday:

New MJQ Wednesdays

What can I say? Classic! DJ Ree de la Vega is relighting the fire on Ponce with her New MJQ Wednesdays takeover and La Hacienda, the best weekly summer party, IMO. 

“I just wanted to freshen it up with newer djs playing current underground dance music mixed with classic party jams. Also bringing in new hosts was important to let people know that Wednesdays are where you can express yourself however you want and be applauded for it. Brigitte (Bidet) and nyveda are their own little pieces of artwork.” — Ree de la Vega 

If you’ve lived in Atlanta for more than five years, and haven’t been to MJQ, you should probably start living. An underground hideaway with beats and a safe space to be YOU. And don’t use age as an excuse. It really is just a number after all. GO! DANCE!




April 6 & 7, Saturday & Sunday:

The SAGE Experience

Longing for a day I’ll likely never experience, when I can ride a bike topless with zero head turns. Until then, I plan on stripping down for a SAGE experience workshop! Let’s #FreetheNip and feel relaxed in this body with which we share human experiences. Am i rite!?! Artist and SAGE Experience creator Meagan Jain gets us pretty close — helping us create OG artwork with our mostly nude bodies in a comfortable setting.

EXCLUSIVE!! Jain is offering an exclusive deal to readers of The Move for her Saturday, April 6 workshop! Go to BeSAGEWorkshop.com to sign up. There are only a few spaces available — to keep the environment intimate. 




April 9, Tuesday: 

Thelma & the Sleaze w/ special guests at The EARL

Thelma and the Sleaze heads east from Nashville in a church van to grace us with some rock ’n’ roll. What kind of rock ’n’ roll? As one band member puts it, “Eddie Money woke up in the South on a pile of Judas Priest cassettes.” As a retired cowgirl, I can relate. Unrelated to the iconic pop culture film Thelma and Louise, the band will perform songs from their latest album, Somebody’s Doin’ Something. We hope they won’t leave out older fan faves like “Cum” and “Motor Tits.” Great songs — and great words I’d like to see in print more. 




April 12, Friday: 

Jenny Lewis, ‘On the Line Tour 2019,’ Variety Playhouse

Jenny Lewis lives on my hypothetical inspo pedestal. You may remember her from early 2000s bands Rilo Kiley and Postal Service. Her latest solo album, 

On the Line, was recorded with support from some of rock’s best musicians, including Beck, Benmont Tench, Don Was, Jim Keltner, and Ringo Starr.

She did not disappoint last year at Athens’ Georgia Theatre. And I can’t wait to see whatever sequined, iridescent country-western, Nudie-styled cowgirl suit she’ll choose for a unicorn and drool-worthy entrance.

DMX — 20th Anniversary Tour

Balance in life is so very important. That’s why The Move may often move from classical ballet to hip-hop legend/ex-con DMX. Twenty years ago, in good company with 3 6 Mafia and Eazy E, DMX motivated me to stop being such a pussy and to sneak out of the house with my peers. We were 12 and needed to hit Club Whatever, Summerville, SC’s only teen gathering spot. The It’s Dark and Hell is Hot 20th-anniversary tour celebrates DMX’s OG debut album. It actually turns 21, but DMX was incarcerated during its 20th anniversary, and I’m not arguing with DMX. Go celebrate with him at the Tabernacle. It’s gonna get rowdy, Lawd willing. 




April 13, Saturday:

Spring 2019 Invitational Group Show

Now THIS is a list of artists I fux with. Greg Mike and Dr. Dax in tow with 40+ contemporary artists invited by ABV Gallery. Swing by between 6 to 10 p.m. to scope out the 24” x 24” pieces in this spring’s group show. 

Oakland Cemetery Spring Plant Sale

“Historic Oakland Cemetery’s Beaumont Allen Greenhouse will be brimming with seasonal blooms during Historic Oakland Foundation’s annual Spring Plant Sale,” declares the event’s website.

What a great excuse to float around Oakland Cemetery, rain or shine. Take your camera phones because the entire site is a photo op. If a cemetery could be sexy… Plus, PLANTS! If there’s one thing most womxn can agree on, it’s more plants, please. Note: it’s 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., free, and they’re offering vintage and gently used containers, tools, yard art, and more for sale.




April 14, Sunday:

ATL Collective Relives Fiona Apple’s Tidal

My first adult girl crush, Fiona Apple, won’t be there, but we have the next best thing, thanks to ATL Collective. Let’s collectively swoon for the powerhouse vocals of Atlanta artists PRISCA, Ruby Velle of Ruby Velle & the Soulphonics, Pip the Pansy, and Erika JaNaé, who will certainly dominate the stage that evening. Relive this album live at City Winery. Drinking a bowl of wine and crying to this album are more than acceptable. 




April 19 to 21, Friday to Sunday:

SweetWater 420 Fest 2019

I go to 420 Fest at least one day every year to support my Georgia Hemp Company family, Atlanta’s first CBD brand — if you don’t already know! They will be selling REAL CBD flower/grass/tree/pot, whichever description of smokable plant matter you prefer, and pre-rolled joints onsite in hopes of doing a massive SMOKE OUT at 4:20 p.m. Psst … A little stoner whispered they may be giving away a few FREE jays around 3:50 p.m. at their tent. Also, I hear this is a music festival. Lol.




April 23, Tuesday:

Finding My Voice: Valerie Jarrett and Stacey Abrams

Stacey Abrams, former Georgia House minority leader and Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, gather in conversation at the beautiful Jimmy Carter Presidential Library. 

Sorry Movers and Shakers, but free registration for this event is AT CAPACITY. Why share? To offer the continued support for Abrams and to not let her star fade. She may not be Georgia’s governor, but I think most Atlantans would agree, she’s ATL’s chosen governor. 




April 27, Saturday:

FILA Fest

An annual get down that happens every year during Inman Park Fest. Melrose & McQueen Salon shuts down Elizabeth Street to host FILA Fest, or Forever I Love Atlanta Fest, a free festival benefiting The Buffalo Project.

Vintage vendors like No Surrender Collective will get you fit. Glitter braids with babes will fix that wig. FREE Miller High Life, thx to Graveyard Tavern, will get you loose. Plus, kombuchas, CBDs, and yogas to keep life balanced. You will leave feeling that good kind of weird."
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Festival season is here, but did it ever really go away? As they say, it’s always a great time to be in Atlanta! Peep this spring’s picks for the moves in April, y’all! 




__April 3, Wednesday:__

__New MJQ Wednesdays__

What can I say? Classic! DJ Ree de la Vega is relighting the fire on Ponce with her New MJQ Wednesdays takeover and La Hacienda, the best weekly summer party, IMO. 

“I just wanted to freshen it up with newer djs playing current underground dance music mixed with classic party jams. Also bringing in new hosts was important to let people know that Wednesdays are where you can express yourself however you want and be applauded for it. Brigitte (Bidet) and nyveda are their own little pieces of artwork.” — Ree de la Vega 

If you’ve lived in Atlanta for more than five years, and haven’t been to MJQ, you should probably start living. An underground hideaway with beats and a safe space to be YOU. And don’t use age as an excuse. It really is just a number after all. GO! DANCE!




__April 6 & 7, Saturday & Sunday:__

__The SAGE Experience__

Longing for a day I’ll likely never experience, when I can ride a bike topless with zero head turns. Until then, I plan on stripping down for a SAGE experience workshop! Let’s #FreetheNip and feel relaxed in this body with which we share human experiences. Am i rite!?! Artist and SAGE Experience creator Meagan Jain gets us pretty close — helping us create OG artwork with our mostly nude bodies in a comfortable setting.

EXCLUSIVE!! Jain is offering an exclusive deal to readers of The Move for her Saturday, April 6 workshop! Go to BeSAGEWorkshop.com to sign up. There are only a few spaces available — to keep the environment intimate. 




__April 9, Tuesday: __

__Thelma & the Sleaze w/ special guests at The EARL__

Thelma and the Sleaze heads east from Nashville in a church van to grace us with some rock ’n’ roll. What kind of rock ’n’ roll? As one band member puts it, “Eddie Money woke up in the South on a pile of Judas Priest cassettes.” As a retired cowgirl, I can relate. Unrelated to the iconic pop culture film ''Thelma and Louise'', the band will perform songs from their latest album, ''Somebody’s Doin’ Something''. We hope they won’t leave out older fan faves like “Cum” and “Motor Tits.” Great songs — and great words I’d like to see in print more. 




__April 12, Friday: __

__Jenny Lewis, ‘On the Line Tour 2019,’ Variety Playhouse__

Jenny Lewis lives on my hypothetical inspo pedestal. You may remember her from early 2000s bands Rilo Kiley and Postal Service. Her latest solo album, 

''On the Line'', was recorded with support from some of rock’s best musicians, including Beck, Benmont Tench, Don Was, Jim Keltner, and Ringo Starr.

She did not disappoint last year at Athens’ Georgia Theatre. And I can’t wait to see whatever sequined, iridescent country-western, Nudie-styled cowgirl suit she’ll choose for a unicorn and drool-worthy entrance.

__DMX — 20th Anniversary Tour__

Balance in life is so very important. That’s why The Move may often move from classical ballet to hip-hop legend/ex-con DMX. Twenty years ago, in good company with 3 6 Mafia and Eazy E, DMX motivated me to stop being such a pussy and to sneak out of the house with my peers. We were 12 and needed to hit Club Whatever, Summerville, SC’s only teen gathering spot. The ''It’s Dark and Hell is Hot'' 20th-anniversary tour celebrates DMX’s OG debut album. It actually turns 21, but DMX was incarcerated during its 20th anniversary, and I’m not arguing with DMX. Go celebrate with him at the Tabernacle. It’s gonna get rowdy, Lawd willing. 




__April 13, Saturday:__

__Spring 2019 Invitational Group Show__

Now THIS is a list of artists I fux with. Greg Mike and Dr. Dax in tow with 40+ contemporary artists invited by ABV Gallery. Swing by between 6 to 10 p.m. to scope out the 24” x 24” pieces in this spring’s group show. 

__Oakland Cemetery Spring Plant Sale__

“Historic Oakland Cemetery’s Beaumont Allen Greenhouse will be brimming with seasonal blooms during Historic Oakland Foundation’s annual Spring Plant Sale,” declares the event’s website.

What a great excuse to float around Oakland Cemetery, rain or shine. Take your camera phones because the entire site is a photo op. If a cemetery could be sexy… Plus, PLANTS! If there’s one thing most womxn can agree on, it’s more plants, please. Note: it’s 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., free, and they’re offering vintage and gently used containers, tools, yard art, and more for sale.




__April 14, Sunday:__

__ATL Collective Relives Fiona Apple’s ''Tidal''__

My first adult girl crush, Fiona Apple, won’t be there, but we have the next best thing, thanks to ATL Collective. Let’s collectively swoon for the powerhouse vocals of Atlanta artists PRISCA, Ruby Velle of Ruby Velle & the Soulphonics, Pip the Pansy, and Erika JaNaé, who will certainly dominate the stage that evening. Relive this album live at City Winery. Drinking a bowl of wine and crying to this album are more than acceptable. 




__April 19 to 21, Friday to Sunday:__

__SweetWater 420 Fest 2019__

I go to 420 Fest at least one day every year to support my Georgia Hemp Company family, Atlanta’s first CBD brand — if you don’t already know! They will be selling REAL CBD flower/grass/tree/pot, whichever description of smokable plant matter you prefer, and pre-rolled joints onsite in hopes of doing a massive SMOKE OUT at 4:20 p.m. Psst … A little stoner whispered they may be giving away a few FREE jays around 3:50 p.m. at their tent. Also, I hear this is a music festival. Lol.




__April 23, Tuesday:__

__Finding My Voice: Valerie Jarrett and Stacey Abrams__

Stacey Abrams, former Georgia House minority leader and Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, gather in conversation at the beautiful Jimmy Carter Presidential Library. 

Sorry Movers and Shakers, but free registration for this event is AT CAPACITY. Why share? To offer the continued support for Abrams and to not let her star fade. She may not be Georgia’s governor, but I think most Atlantans would agree, she’s ATL’s chosen governor. 




__April 27, Saturday:__

__FILA Fest__

An annual get down that happens every year during Inman Park Fest. Melrose & McQueen Salon shuts down Elizabeth Street to host FILA Fest, or Forever I Love Atlanta Fest, a free festival benefiting The Buffalo Project.

Vintage vendors like No Surrender Collective will get you fit. Glitter braids with babes will fix that wig. FREE Miller High Life, thx to Graveyard Tavern, will get you loose. Plus, kombuchas, CBDs, and yogas to keep life balanced. You will leave feeling that good kind of weird."
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Festival season is here, but did it ever really go away? As they say, it’s always a great time to be in Atlanta! Peep this spring’s picks for the moves in April, y’all! 




April 3, Wednesday:

New MJQ Wednesdays

What can I say? Classic! DJ Ree de la Vega is relighting the fire on Ponce with her New MJQ Wednesdays takeover and La Hacienda, the best weekly summer party, IMO. 

“I just wanted to freshen it up with newer djs playing current underground dance music mixed with classic party jams. Also bringing in new hosts was important to let people know that Wednesdays are where you can express yourself however you want and be applauded for it. Brigitte (Bidet) and nyveda are their own little pieces of artwork.” — Ree de la Vega 

If you’ve lived in Atlanta for more than five years, and haven’t been to MJQ, you should probably start living. An underground hideaway with beats and a safe space to be YOU. And don’t use age as an excuse. It really is just a number after all. GO! DANCE!




April 6 & 7, Saturday & Sunday:

The SAGE Experience

Longing for a day I’ll likely never experience, when I can ride a bike topless with zero head turns. Until then, I plan on stripping down for a SAGE experience workshop! Let’s #FreetheNip and feel relaxed in this body with which we share human experiences. Am i rite!?! Artist and SAGE Experience creator Meagan Jain gets us pretty close — helping us create OG artwork with our mostly nude bodies in a comfortable setting.

EXCLUSIVE!! Jain is offering an exclusive deal to readers of The Move for her Saturday, April 6 workshop! Go to BeSAGEWorkshop.com to sign up. There are only a few spaces available — to keep the environment intimate. 




April 9, Tuesday: 

Thelma & the Sleaze w/ special guests at The EARL

Thelma and the Sleaze heads east from Nashville in a church van to grace us with some rock ’n’ roll. What kind of rock ’n’ roll? As one band member puts it, “Eddie Money woke up in the South on a pile of Judas Priest cassettes.” As a retired cowgirl, I can relate. Unrelated to the iconic pop culture film Thelma and Louise, the band will perform songs from their latest album, Somebody’s Doin’ Something. We hope they won’t leave out older fan faves like “Cum” and “Motor Tits.” Great songs — and great words I’d like to see in print more. 




April 12, Friday: 

Jenny Lewis, ‘On the Line Tour 2019,’ Variety Playhouse

Jenny Lewis lives on my hypothetical inspo pedestal. You may remember her from early 2000s bands Rilo Kiley and Postal Service. Her latest solo album, 

On the Line, was recorded with support from some of rock’s best musicians, including Beck, Benmont Tench, Don Was, Jim Keltner, and Ringo Starr.

She did not disappoint last year at Athens’ Georgia Theatre. And I can’t wait to see whatever sequined, iridescent country-western, Nudie-styled cowgirl suit she’ll choose for a unicorn and drool-worthy entrance.

DMX — 20th Anniversary Tour

Balance in life is so very important. That’s why The Move may often move from classical ballet to hip-hop legend/ex-con DMX. Twenty years ago, in good company with 3 6 Mafia and Eazy E, DMX motivated me to stop being such a pussy and to sneak out of the house with my peers. We were 12 and needed to hit Club Whatever, Summerville, SC’s only teen gathering spot. The It’s Dark and Hell is Hot 20th-anniversary tour celebrates DMX’s OG debut album. It actually turns 21, but DMX was incarcerated during its 20th anniversary, and I’m not arguing with DMX. Go celebrate with him at the Tabernacle. It’s gonna get rowdy, Lawd willing. 




April 13, Saturday:

Spring 2019 Invitational Group Show

Now THIS is a list of artists I fux with. Greg Mike and Dr. Dax in tow with 40+ contemporary artists invited by ABV Gallery. Swing by between 6 to 10 p.m. to scope out the 24” x 24” pieces in this spring’s group show. 

Oakland Cemetery Spring Plant Sale

“Historic Oakland Cemetery’s Beaumont Allen Greenhouse will be brimming with seasonal blooms during Historic Oakland Foundation’s annual Spring Plant Sale,” declares the event’s website.

What a great excuse to float around Oakland Cemetery, rain or shine. Take your camera phones because the entire site is a photo op. If a cemetery could be sexy… Plus, PLANTS! If there’s one thing most womxn can agree on, it’s more plants, please. Note: it’s 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., free, and they’re offering vintage and gently used containers, tools, yard art, and more for sale.




April 14, Sunday:

ATL Collective Relives Fiona Apple’s Tidal

My first adult girl crush, Fiona Apple, won’t be there, but we have the next best thing, thanks to ATL Collective. Let’s collectively swoon for the powerhouse vocals of Atlanta artists PRISCA, Ruby Velle of Ruby Velle & the Soulphonics, Pip the Pansy, and Erika JaNaé, who will certainly dominate the stage that evening. Relive this album live at City Winery. Drinking a bowl of wine and crying to this album are more than acceptable. 




April 19 to 21, Friday to Sunday:

SweetWater 420 Fest 2019

I go to 420 Fest at least one day every year to support my Georgia Hemp Company family, Atlanta’s first CBD brand — if you don’t already know! They will be selling REAL CBD flower/grass/tree/pot, whichever description of smokable plant matter you prefer, and pre-rolled joints onsite in hopes of doing a massive SMOKE OUT at 4:20 p.m. Psst … A little stoner whispered they may be giving away a few FREE jays around 3:50 p.m. at their tent. Also, I hear this is a music festival. Lol.




April 23, Tuesday:

Finding My Voice: Valerie Jarrett and Stacey Abrams

Stacey Abrams, former Georgia House minority leader and Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, gather in conversation at the beautiful Jimmy Carter Presidential Library. 

Sorry Movers and Shakers, but free registration for this event is AT CAPACITY. Why share? To offer the continued support for Abrams and to not let her star fade. She may not be Georgia’s governor, but I think most Atlantans would agree, she’s ATL’s chosen governor. 




April 27, Saturday:

FILA Fest

An annual get down that happens every year during Inman Park Fest. Melrose & McQueen Salon shuts down Elizabeth Street to host FILA Fest, or Forever I Love Atlanta Fest, a free festival benefiting The Buffalo Project.

Vintage vendors like No Surrender Collective will get you fit. Glitter braids with babes will fix that wig. FREE Miller High Life, thx to Graveyard Tavern, will get you loose. Plus, kombuchas, CBDs, and yogas to keep life balanced. You will leave feeling that good kind of weird.    Courtesy of Georgia Hemp Company, by Elizabeth Karp REALLY?: Atlanta’s Georgia Hemp Company legally sells smokable CBD cannabis.  0,0,10 greg.mike (itemId:470619 trackerid:9), dax.rudnak (itemId:470650 trackerid:9)   themove                       THE MOVE: Plan Accordingly - April 2019 "
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