We're co-hosting a
@DragonCon
Welcome Party in the park with
@afpls
&
@claytongalib
this Thursday. Join us for free activities, a
@LiteracyAction
school supply drive, and photo ops in front of the park fountains - we're dyeing them purple!
We’re thrilled to be joined by Mayor
@KeishaBottoms
, who also provided our guests with welcome remarks about Atlanta’s resiliency and community.
#RediscoverDowntown
Good news for South Downtown: the Whitehall Street Retail Historic District was listed in the National Register of Historic Places 🎉 The nomination was sponsored by Newport US RE; materials were prepared by Ray, Ellis and LaBrie Consulting. Details:
A heartbreaking week for our community. In the wake of such losses we are reminded of the power of legacy and the call to continue the good work, the
#goodtrouble
.
(Photo courtesy of Georgia State University.)
In advance of proposed resurfacing on MLK Jr. Dr. between Piedmont Ave. and Forsyth St., ADID and ATLDOT are advancing a design for a two-way cycle track along the corridor. Learn more and register for the Nov. 16th public meeting here:
Join ESPN anchor and Helping Mamas ambassador
@elleduncanESPN
for a Holiday Diaper Drive Thursday, Dec. 15, 4 - 6 PM in the lobby of the Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center.
Wow, what an event! Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Meeting, and special thanks to
@ATLHawks
,
@StateFarmArena
,
@Delta
, & all our sponsors for making it possible. In 2020, we invite you to Experience Downtown.
#ATLDTN
We're so proud to have these incredible pieces in and around
#ATLDTN
| These giant murals will share Atlanta's civil rights history with Super Bowl visitors
@CNN
The cat’s out of the bag...we’re bringing
#DoggyCon
back on Aug. 28! 🐾 Register today for the costume pageant emceed by
@MaraDavis
and judged by
@AmirForATL
, artist
@catlanta
, and Instagram dog influencer Super Murph. >>
"Arthur kept saying, ‘I will fill the stadium.’ The fact that it was downtown was what put us over the finish line.” We are proud to be the home of
@ATLUTD
and
@MBStadium
!
When we said “Drumline,” we meant it. We asked the South Atlanta High School marching band to parade from the Westin to Woodruff Park—and they came through. 🥁🙌
Registration to Doggy Con, our dog homage to
@DragonCon
, is now open! Registration is required to participate in the costume contest judged by
@tinydoorsATL
, Brandon and Johnny of
@Joystick_ATL
, and local IG celebrity Reuben the Bat Dog:
Mask on, ballot cast! CAP/ADID President A.J. Robinson participated in early voting at
@StateFarmArena
, which opened today. 🗳️ More information about voting in Fulton County:
Tomorrow, enjoy a free lunchtime history tour through Woodruff Park. You’ll learn about the people and places that have shaped the park and the neighborhood that has grown around it. Free with RSVP:
The first few months of a promising new decade have shaken us, but they have also ignited something extraordinary. Thank you to our
#ATLDTN
community for your role in our rich history from then to now, and what comes next. (🎥
@Raftermen
| 🎙️
@KayceWallace
)
Last night we caught the opening of
@downtownatlanta
’s wonderful new winter light show. “Prism” is open at Woodruff Park till Feb 29th. ✨
Great work to
@Dashboard_US
on the collaboration.
On Friday, we celebrated the completion of the Auburn Avenue Historic and Cultural Information Project, which enhances the aesthetic quality of the corridor while reflecting the unique history and culture of the surrounding community. Details:
Tomorrow, tomorrow! Live from Woodruff Park returns with sets by Trevor Wolford and Gritz and Jelly Butter + Camille Russell Love as our kick off emcee. Free, 5-8PM. Join us:
We're excited to share that Woodruff Park is partnering with
@AtlantaJazzFest
to bring Wednesday night jazz concerts to the lawn this May. 🎷🎤 Check out the lineup here:
Yesterday, the community had an opportunity to say farewell to Rev. Dr. C.T. Vivian, who will be laid to rest today. Pictured is the procession making its way up Auburn Avenue. (📷:
@LukesBeard
)
"As the world stops Friday to honor the life and legacy of John Portman, Atlantans can remember the architect and developer with ease. All we have to do is look up." via
@atlantamagazine