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Published September 22Health Connect South still connecting after 13 gatherings
One of my favorite annual events is Health Connect South. It brings together a rich array of people all interested in the same goal — improving health outcomes for everyone. The energy inside and outside the meeting rooms is undeniable. Part of the magic of the day is planned –…
City of South Fulton
Published September 21Azúcar Music Festival Returns to South Fulton for Free Celebration of Latin Music and Culture
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Published September 17South Fulton to host 25th annual HBCU National Tennis Championships
A four-day national tennis championship will begin this week at the South Fulton Tennis Center. The 25th annual HBCU National Tennis Championships will be held Sept. 17 through Sept. 20, bringing an estimated 250 tennis athletes from Historically Black Colleges and Universities…
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Published September 15Dragon Con Marks Record-Setting 40th Anniversary
Dragon Con, the internationally known pop culture convention, returned to Atlanta from September 3rd–7th to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Over four decades, Dragon Con has grown into a global community of attendees and fans, expanding far beyond what its co-founders could have…
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Published September 15Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade returns this weekend with more ways for Atlantans to join the glow
On Saturday night, Southwest Atlanta will glow as thousands of handmade lanterns illuminate neighborhood streets and the Atlanta Beltline, accompanied by giant puppets, bands and Atlantans who become part of the art simply by showing up. The Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade…
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Published September 10Reporter’s Notebook: West Midtown Restaurant Week; South Fulton storytelling; SCAD AnimationFest
West Midtown Restaurant Week debuts Sept. 20-26 The first-ever West Midtown Restaurant Week will be held Sept. 20 to 26, showcasing the district’s wide range of dining options. Participating restaurants will offer special menus and other offerings throughout the week, including…
City of South Fulton
Published September 09Azucar Music Festival
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Published September 09South Fulton launches inaugural Roots & Routes storytelling festival
An inaugural storytelling festival will bring renowned artists to the Southwest Arts Center on Sept. 11 and Sept. 12. The city of South Fulton’s Department of Cultural Affairs is hosting the Roots & Routes Festival featuring nationally recognized storytellers. Southwest Arts…
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Published September 08Dragon Con celebrates 40th anniversary with 75,000 fans in downtown Atlanta
Dragon Con's 40th anniversary five-day convention brought 75,000 fans to downtown Atlanta while giving back to the community through charity fundraising, a children’s book drive and a record-setting blood drive.
City of South Fulton
Published September 03City of South Fulton Celebrating the Art of Storytelling with Inaugural Roots & Routes Festival
City of South Fulton
Published September 02