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Hi South Fulton, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Shaky Knees with Twenty One Pilots, Alina’s 60-story rebrand, and Cardboard\_Con’s duct-tape cosplay + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Big bet on production future: Great Point Studio Management secured a $52.4 million, 30-year clean energy financing loan from Atlanta-based Peachtree Group for the Atlanta-Lionsgate Studios in Douglasville as Georgia’s studio industry slows — read the full financing details.
Luxury amenities and layouts: Midtown’s 60-story tower, once 1072 West Peachtree, is now Alina, Atlanta’s tallest residential building. Bozzuto will handle leasing, and opening is expected in the second quarter of 2026 — explore amenities and apartment options.
Presale and VIP extras: Shaky Knees will be at Piedmont Park September 18 to 20 with headliners Twenty One Pilots, The Strokes, and Gorillaz. The 13th edition promises 50 plus performances this fall — get presale and ticket details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Burger night upgrade: When the craving hits, Brake Pad delivers juicy, build-it-your-way patties, crispy sides, and a laid-back College Park vibe. Bring a friend, split the tots, savor the win. It’s your easy weeknight go-to for burgers done right.
Smooth wheels, local vibes: If your week needs more glide, Skatetowne brings age-specific nights, family sessions, and party packages that turn meetups into memories. Laces tightened, music up, and laps that smooth out the stress while the rink does its quiet magic.
Wheels up, weekend: Skip the airport chaos and roam living aviation history at Delta Flight Museum, where restored hangars, hands-on exhibits, and a legendary 747 make “just looking” feel like takeoff. It’s a quick local adventure that scratches the travel itch, no boarding pass required.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 South Fulton for grown ups
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🎭 Girl From The North Country @ Actor’s Express | Thursday (3/5) at 7:30 PM – Bob Dylan’s songbook slips into a 1934 Duluth boarding house in Girl From The North Country, crafted by Conor McPherson. Expect aching harmonies, tangled hearts, and stubborn hope, with Oglethorpe University Theatre in the mix. Bring tissues, not your karaoke voice.
☕ Coffee Connoisseur @ Epicurean Theatre | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Finally, a class you’ll actually stay awake in. In this two-hour class, upgrade your caffeine habit with a tasting flight, unlimited pours, a live roast demo with renowned roaster Ulli Winckler, plus pastries, a certificate, and valet, because parking should never ruin good coffee.
🌈 Holi in the City @ Believe Music Hall | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Atlanta’s splashiest spring party turns Believe Music Hall’s outdoor area into a rainbow war zone. Expect color throws, Bollywood and global beats, good eats, and drinks. Wear white, bring sunglasses, and lower your laundry standards, it’s worth it.
🏆 BronzeLens Women SuperStars Honors @ Rialto Center for the Arts | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Skip the Hollywood commute, the BronzeLens Women SuperStars Honors celebrates Women of Impact from CBS’ “Beyond the Gates” at the Rialto, no tux required. Tamara Tunie, Jeresa Featherstone Winfield, and Jasmine Burke get their flowers, plus inspiration that lingers longer than the step and repeat.
🎼 Faure’s Requiem @ Douglasville First United Methodist Church | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Craving something gentler than the group chat? Slip into First United Methodist in Douglasville for Fauré’s Requiem, less fire and brimstone, more exhale, with organ, harp, violin, and cello, then stay for modern comfort from local voices, Alexander High’s singers, Dolly, Paulus, and Rutter.
📦 Cardboard_Con 17 @ Trader Vic’s Atlanta | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Prep the duct tape and embrace your inner corrugated couture. Join Cardboard_Con’s annual cardboard cosplay crawl through downtown hotels. Nerds only, allegedly $500 for normals, and 100 percent Atlanta weird, with a parade, pub stops, and delightfully low-stakes glory.
🍸 Pink Martini @ The Eastern | Sunday (3/8) at 7:30 PM – Upgrade date night with Pink Martini, the globe-trotting little orchestra that makes French torch songs, Latin sway, and old-school pop feel brand new. It is the rare show where you sip a proper drink, actually listen, and leave a little taller.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 South Fulton report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 80°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 13%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 35%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 0 to 5 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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