ELEVATE Atlanta Art Festival To Activate Communities With Art!

The festival theme is REOPEN, REIGNITE & RECONNECT. Art and cultural activities will take place throughout Atlanta from Sept 5-Oct 31, 2021.

Conversations About Jazz Talks With Independent Record Labels 7/8

Carl’s guests are producer & indie label owner Elisabeth Oei and drummer & CEO of EC3 Vibe Entertainment EC3. A virtual event via Zoom.

14 Movies That Will Make You Feel Extra Patriotic This July 4th

Favorites such as "Apollo 13," "Lincoln," "Hamilton," "Glory" and "Top Gun" are sure to give you all the patriotic feels this 4th of July.

What's New On Netflix: July 2021

Get the full list of movies and TV shows on Netflix this month, including the "Fear Street" trilogy and the return of "Never Have I Ever."

'F9: The Fast Saga' Revvs Up On The Big Screen

Vin Diesel leads the returning cast of "F9: The Fast Saga," the ninth installment in the "Fast and Furious" movie franchise.

Hammonds House Museum Reopens June 25 with Charly Palmer Exhibit

Hammonds House Museum’s mission is to celebrate and share the cultural diversity and important legacy of artists of African descent.

In Atlanta, Everybody Influences Everything For Better And Worse

KONKOL ON THE ROAD: From Lil Durk's No. 1 rap song collaboration with Lil Baby to "E-way" shootings, a thin line connects Chicago to A-Town.

Father's Day 2021: 12 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling dad-centric films will entertain the whole family on Father's Day.

Movie Reviews: 'In The Heights' And 'Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway'

Anthony Ramos and Melissa Barrera star in "In The Heights," while James Corden returns for the sequel, "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway."

Happening In Fulton: Commissioner Abdur-Rahman Helps Kick Off Summer Reading Program

District 6 Commissioner Khadijah Abdur-Rahman visits the Gladys S. Dennard Library at South Fulton Library.

7 Best War Movies To Watch This Memorial Day Weekend

This weekend, check out this list of war films including "The Hurt Locker," "Lone Survivor" and "Patton" that will leave you breathless.

Atlanta native to star in Porchlight's return to stage

New Faces Sing Broadway 1979 featuring Chloe Belongilot is live June 12 in Skokie and streams June 25 through July 25

Conversations About Jazz Looks At The Fashion Of Jazz On June 10

Carl’s guests: fashion designer, educator & administrator Asanyah Davidson and fashion merchandising specialist & author Alphonso McClendon.

Movie Reviews: 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' And 'Army Of The Dead'

Angelina Jolie plays a smokejumper in "Those Who Wish Me Dead," while Dave Bautista plays a former zombie mercenary in "Army of the Dead."

NFT Being Auctioned By Morningside Teen To Support Homeless Youth

Sixteen-year-old Rady Kronenberger is auctioning off his art piece "Scholarship" as an NFT to raise money for a client of charity CHRIS 180.

Mother's Day 2021: 17 Best Movies To Watch

From hilarious comedies to real tear-jerkers, these dazzling mom-centric films will entertain the whole family on Mother's Day.

What's New On Netflix: May 2021

Josh Duhamel and Leslie Bibb star as superheroes in "Jupiter's Legacy." Amy Adams plays the title character in "The Woman in the Window."

Movie Reviews: 'Without Remorse' And 'Percy Vs Goliath'

Michael B. Jordan plays a man seeking vengeance in "Without Remorse," while Christopher Walken plays a prairie farmer in "Percy Vs Goliath."

Conversations About Jazz Examines The Art Of Jazz on May 13

Carl and guests Carmen Lundy, Alyn Shipton & Al Johnson will discuss how artists and musicians experience the magic & music we call jazz.

Departure by Charly Palmer Opens Virtually at Hammonds House 4/30

The solo exhibit features work from the last 30 years. The virtual opening includes artist talk, video & music! Register @ hammondshouse.org

Wine & Words Hosts Tribute to Eric Jerome Dickey on April 20

Colleagues & fans honor legacy of bestselling author Eric Jerome Dickey in a virtual event on April 20 at 7 pm EST. Info: hammondshouse.org

Will Smith's Movie 'Emancipation' Ditches GA Over New Voting Law

Movie star Will Smith and director Antoine Fuqua are moving film production to another state after the passage of Georgia's new voting law.

Wine & Words Michelle Gipson Talks With Sadeqa Johnson April 13

Learn about Johnson’s journey from book promoter to best-selling author and her highly acclaimed new novel, Yellow Wife.

Conversations About Jazz Hosts Jaspects Reunion on April 8

Carl’s guests will be original members of Jaspects, the innovative band famous for blending hip-hop and jazz. Virtual program via ZOOM.

Conversations About Jazz Features Drummer Gayelynn McKinney 3/25

This free virtual program will stream on Hammonds House Museum’s Facebook & YouTube channels.

Wine & Words with Michelle Gipson Welcomes Tina McElroy Ansa 3/23

They will discuss Ms. Ansa’s career and her new book MEETING AT THE TABLE: African American Women Write on Race, Culture & Community.

Conversations About Jazz Welcomes René Marie & VINX on March 11

Carl Anthony's guests are world-renowned songwriters and vocalists René Marie & VINX. They'll talk about careers and sample their music.

Conversations About Jazz presents Rubin & Dameron on February 25

Carl Anthony's guest is Vanessa Rubin. They'll discuss her career, sample favorite songs, and talk about her latest CD, The Dream is You.

Is 2021 The Year For Female Film Directors To Even The Score?

A Q&A with Director Rachel Feldman and Leah Meyerhoff of FilmFatales.org

Synchronicity Theatre to Produce "Mirandy and Brother Wind"

This family musical adaptation of the popular children’s book will run March 12 – April 4, 2021.

Big Boi To Be Honored By East Point For Black History Month

City of East Point to recognize member of Multi-Platinum duo Outkast with 2021 Icon Award for Black History Month program.

Conversations About Jazz Celebrates LOVE on February 11

Enjoy conversation and music about LOVE in a special pre-Valentine's program with guests Sweet Lu Olutosin, Nicole Henry & Tony Hightower!

GSU Student Wins Emmy For Environmental Documentary

Kariuki Gakio is recognized for film that highlights the destructive nature of plastic on our environment.

Atlanta Mayor Comments On Passing Of Cicely Tyson

"We were honored that she felt so comfortable in our city that she often called it home."

Can Tyler Perry's BET Special Dispel COVID-19 Vaccine Fears?

Show scheduled for Thursday night is aimed at the Black community where 1 in 3 people are hesitant to take the vaccine.

Oscars To Honor Tyler Perry For Philanthropy

Atlanta entertainment mogul to receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Conversations About Jazz Examines Ethnomusicology of Jazz on 1/28

Hammonds House Digital presents an inspiring evening with noted experts in the field of ethnomusicology. This is a free virtual event.

Conversations About Jazz Explores Improvisation & Scat on Jan 7

Host Carl Anthony's guests are vocalist and pianist Audrey Shakir, saxophonist Kebbi Williams, & composer and lyricist Fay Victor.

Michelle Obama’s Org Hosts Drive-In Concert For GA Voter Turnout

When We All Vote, a nonprofit led by Michelle Obama, will host Celebrate Georgia to build voter momentum before the Jan. 5 Senate runoffs.

Dave Matthews, Diplo Set To Play At GA Virtual Music Fundraiser

Georgia Comes Alive, a one-day virtual music festival to promote voter participation in the Jan. 5 Senate runoffs, takes place Dec 26.

Hollywood’s Comeback Mom

How I relaunched my acting career after a 22-year hiatus

'Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act' Film In The Works

Q&A With Writer/Director Rachel Feldman and Producer J. Todd Harris on Their Award-Winning Screenplay, "Lilly," and its Production Plans

Conversations About Jazz Turns Spotlight On Producers On Dec 10

Guests: Leatrice Ellzy Wright/Exec. Director Hammonds House; Sunny Sumter/Exec. Producer DC Jazz Fest & Laura Greer/Producer, Apollo Theater

Synchronicity Theatre to Offer ASL Interpreted Performances

Hands In!, an organization based in Athens, GA will interpret three upcoming productions.

A Conversation with Haki Madhubuti & Michelle Gipson on Dec 3

Professor & author Haki Madhubuti joins Michelle Gipson for a free Wine & Words on 12/3 at 7pm (EST) steaming live via Facebook & YouTube.

Horizon's Love M. Premieres on World AIDS Day-Stars Lamman Rucker

This powerful story about mothers, sons, and AIDS activists during the early days of the AIDS Crisis is a free virtual event @ 7 PM on Dec 1

Pianist Eric Reed featured on Conversations About Jazz on Nov 12

Join host Carl Anthony for a great conversation with pianist, composer & band leader Eric Reed. Free program, streaming live via Facebook.

Atlanta Rapper Arrested For Driving 143 MPH In DeKalb

Atlanta rapper Silento was arrested over the weekend for speeding on I-85.

Conversations about Jazz Celebrates Jazz Singers on October 29

Join us for a free event featuring some of today's most talented jazz vocalists: Carmen Bradford, Kathleen Bertrand, & Lenora Zenzalai Helm.

Georgia Aquarium Included In Documentary ‘Escape From Extinction’

The feature-length film opens in theaters this weekend, including in Atlanta.