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All About Chocolates Dining in Newnan Oscar Facts Wadsworth Week page 2 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020 February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 3 page 4 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020 February can be a dreary ([email protected]) and I want to hear from you by month. It’s mid-winter, Feb. 20. Tell us about yourself and your work so we can Readership & with plenty of rain and include you in the March issue! perhaps even ice or snow, Distribution and the occasional warm Plenty of us might ask these days, “Why even make art? spell just to play with our Why does it even matter, in these troubled times?” Years Area emotions before another ago, I, too, would’ve felt that way. But the longer I live, cold front rushes in to the more I realize that making art is what human beings East Point crush our hopes of an do—especially in times of distress and danger. Making art Hapeville early spring. We should makes us human. It gives us a vocabulary beyond words be used to it by now, but for what we experience, for what we see, for what we want College Park a lot of us often find ourselves looking out the window at a to change. Union City gray, drizzly sky and swearing a blood oath on that sorry groundhog and his predictions. (By the way, I’m not buy- Without art of all kinds, people would have little to keep Fairburn ing his “early spring” forecast.) them going. And I’m not talking solely about million- Palmetto dollar works hanging in museums, either. So much of But when I think about February in general—outside of what we produce is art. From children’s doodles to graffiti Chattahoochee Hills the often-dismal weather—I on the side of a boxcar to the way we dress and decorate Tyrone find plenty of hope. It’s such ourselves, human beings make art in ways both miniscule Fayetteville a short month, and this leap and majuscule. year it’s got an extra day, but Peachtree City it’s also packed with holidays If you’re still on the doubting side, think about it this way: Newnan and events. Groundhog Day, Did you listen to music today? Did you read a newspaper the Super Bowl, Valentine’s or magazine? Yep, those are art. Did you read a novel, or a Sharpsburg Day, and Mardi Gras all poem, or a verse of sacred scripture? Also art. The movie Senoia happen in February, and give you saw last night? Every last frame of it is art, whether Moreland us reasons to smile. There’s it’s a box office smash or a little-known niche favorite. The the gradual, creeping return of longer days, the promise of clothes you wore today? Somebody with an artistic eye, Grantville more daylight. On top of all that, the entire month is filled a talent for design, had to think up those styles, whether Luthersville with Black History Month events, exhibits and workshops. they’re regrettable fads or designs that last throughout the When I consider all this, February offers a lot of hope in decades. Art is all around us. Art matters. And so do you. Hogansville the midst of all the dreariness and cold. Greenville As always, thank you for reading 85 South. If you’ve got Speaking of things that give hope and bring happiness: news for our March Art Issue, let us know by Feb. 20. We LaGrange Next month’s edition of 85 South will be our 3rd Annual look forward to hearing from you. Pine Mountain Art Issue. In my two years with this publication, the art Warm Springs issues are by far my favorites. We’re currently reworking and adding to our listings. That means we need to discover West Point some more of our wonderful local artists. If you’re an artist who lives and works in the stretch of Interstate 85 between Rachael S. Williams Facebook.com/85 South Magazine East Point and West Point, art columnist Jenny Enderlin [email protected] www.85southonline.com

February Cover Design: Ron Agam 85 South on Social Media 85 South Magazine wants to hear from its readers. Make sure to follow us on social media so you don’t miss out on anything Born in 1958, an ever-expanding constellation of individual works. throughout the month. With the help of social media, we regularly and raised From lenticular, optical experiments to distilled, saturated ask readers questions about living in the 85 South community. We between Paris color-fields, Mr. Agam’s work has, canvas by canvas, ex- want your feedback and opinions . and Rehovot, plored the process of seeing, all the while keeping an eye on We want to hear from you —and see you! Post a photo on Israel, painter the prize of metaphysical meaning. Facebook or Instagram of yourself reading the current issue of 85 Ron Agam South, and you might just get featured in the next issue. Be sure to only took up “I began this work as a leap, without knowing where it will tag us in your picture! the paintbrush go,” Mr. Agam explains. “And I don’t think about it now; I later in life, fol- just paint.” This wellspring of intuition seems to have tapped lowing a long a deep reservoir of inspiration. As his body of work has com- and successful pounded, growing to hundreds of individual pieces, it has Facebook.com/85southmagazine career as a fine cast into relief a central theme of Mr. Agam’s life itself: That art photogra- the questions one conceives as a child, considering the very pher. Yet, the abundance of stars in the sky, may yet animate an enduring robustness and curiosity in the mature soul. Indeed, Mr. Agam’s meditative, sheer prolificacy of his output since belies the charge that transcendent canvasses bear witness to this pure fact: To con- Instagram @85southmagazine this newfound passion is anything but a calling: Since first template the world deeply is to refresh its mystery. Looking embracing his new medium a few short years ago, Mr. at his canvasses liberates one from what is known, restoring Agam’s creative energy has burst forth, embracing a dizzy- the essential spirit of inquiry that characterizes true freedom. ing array of techniques and a brilliant spectrum of forms, in Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020 85 outh pager. 5 Publisher Publishing South Inc. Editor Emeritus Dawn Waltuck Editor Out Rachael S. Williams Design & Layout Editor AboutFebruary 2020 Volume 17, Issue 2 Cole Beatenbough & Contributors & Feature Writers 85 SOUTH PUBLISHING INFORMATION Charles Arnold A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR / MEET THE STAFF Sharon Boorstin Barbara Jean Bruin Betsy Dillon COVER FEATURES Jenny Enderlin 8 All About Chocolate Janet Flanigan 10 Dining in Newnan LaKeisha Fleming 14 Oscar Facts John W. Harris 23 Wadsworth Week 8 Jonathan W. Hickman Deke Lloyd Jackie Lloyd FOOD & BEVERAGE Mary Lou Luther 6 Small Bites Munira Fidahussein 8 About Dining Patrick Terrail 10 Dining Out Photography 12 About Beverages 10 Sta Advertising Sales & Distribution René Hunt ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Brandon Neal 19 Live Entertainment Karen Wingard 20 Talk About Town Cover Design 22 About Art 14 Cole Beatenbough 23 State of the Art

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Small Bites By Patrick Terrail Escape to Atlanta hash, the eggs Benedict, the chicken and waffles, the lemon West Georgia Technical College will soon offer a Once in a while, we like to go to Atlanta to visit LEGO ricotta pancakes and the lemon cookies. culinary program at the Callaway Conference Center Land and Lenox Mall (Jackie always can use new shoes). on Fort Drive. Upcoming culinary events include Jeffery Most importantly, while in Atlanta, we like to eat. This Super Bowl Facts Tucker with JWT Catering (Mar. 1); Patrick Motte with time, we had dinner at F&B, one of our favorite bistros, in More than 1.3 billion wings are expected to be Brickhouse Grille (Mar. 9); Jamie Keating with Jamie Buckhead. Frenchman Fabrice Vergez runs his restaurant in consumed during Super Bowl weekend, according to Keating Culinary (Mar. 16); Devon White with C’Sons, the National Chicken Council, a trade association for Mare Sol & Beacon Brewing (Mar. 23); Tulla White with companies that raise broiler chickens and make chicken Tulla White Cuisine & Catering (Mar. 20); and Debbie products. That breaks out to about four wings for every Barronton with Cakes by Debbie (Apr. 6). For more American. information, call Carol Schroeder at 706-756-4586 or Super Bowl Sunday is also the busiest day of the year email [email protected]. for pizza restaurants, according to the National Restaurant Association. Domino’s expects to sell 12 million slices From Pine Mountain… of pizza on Feb. 2. Potato chips are close behind. Some Valentine’s dining at Callaway Resort & Gardens 11.2 million pounds of potato chips are expected to be runs 5:30-9pm on Feb. 7, 8, 14, & 15. Gather with your consumed on Sunday, as well as an estimated 4 million loved ones over a mouthwatering dinner at The Gardens pounds of pretzels and 2.5 million pounds of nuts. Restaurant. Enjoy the awe-inspiring beauty of the Gardens in their winter splendor. Make it a getaway with any of From La Grange and Hogansville Waffle Callaway’s overnight Romance Packages. Find the Gardens House… Restaurant inside the Gardens; enter on U.S. Hwy. 27. Feb. 14 is arguably one of the worst days of the year Gardens admission not required. For reservations, call to dine out, second only to Mother’s Day brunch. Prix- 1-855-901-2154. fixe menus are generally dumbed down and overpriced, restaurants squeeze in as many two-tops as humanly From Hogansville… possible, and subpar molten chocolate cake for dessert is all The Depot will be open for a romantic night out. They but guaranteed. are serving a special three-course meal for Valentine’s Day, Thankfully, each year the Southern cultural at $40/person. Enjoy a cocktail and live music after dinner phenomenon that is Waffle House offers a refreshingly in the listening lounge. The Feb. 14 menu includes Crab populist alternative by offering reserved tables complete Stuffed Piquillo Peppers, Tomahawk Ribeye for Two with with white tablecloths and candlelight. This is the chain’s Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus, pommes Anna, fresh ninth consecutive year offering a one-night-only chance at herb chimichurri, Chocolate Torte with raspberry coulis, smothered hash browns and romance. All the Waffle House whipped cream and sugar crisp. lovers out there are sure to have a great evening. New restaurant The 1910 House (phone 404-300- 3741) will open later this month on High Street. Open From LaGrange… only Saturdays and Sundays 11am-7pm, the 1910 House For Valentine’s Day, the Brickhouse Grille (141 Main will offer fresh fish (tilapia and catfish) and shrimp, with St., under Del’Avant) will offer a special menu designed by seasonal freshwater fish coming soon. Chef Patrick Motte. The lovely four-course meal is $30.95 the old country way—with excellent food and service. We and includes a complementary glass of champagne. C’Sons From Tyrone… loved the escargot, the mussels, the pâté and the duck. The (124 Main St.; 706-298-8092) will have a special event Hammond’s BBQ recently opened at 327 Senoia dining room also offers live music in the background with as well. The bottom line: No matter where you go, it will Road. We look forward to stopping in soon! a great keyboard player. Patrons can also enjoy light tapas be very busy, so please remember to call ahead and make at the bar. It was just a perfect evening. Find F&B at 3630 reservations. From Newnan… Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta; 404-254-1797. Popeye’s is under construction on Lafayette Parkway. The Juicy Crab will soon open on Bullsboro Dr. For brunch we went as a large group to Maggiano’s Looking for a different romantic venue for your in the old Ruby Tuesday building, next to Longhorn (3368 Peachtree Rd.) another Buckhead favorite where Valentine’s date? One of the most romantic settings in Steakhouse. “The Chen family’s inspiration ultimately the food is always good and the portions are filling. You LaGrange is Nutwood Winery (1339 Upper Big Springs came from New Orleans and the world travels of may not think of this Italian staple as a brunch place, but Rd.; 706-881-7401). The Liechtys have done a lovely job Grandfather Chen. Grandfather Chen was a sailor who their menu is wonderful. I loved the eggs with corned beef with this winery. The wines traveled the world learning are good and the menu is many different styles and eclectic. Try a flight of wines ways of cooking seafood. for tasting. One of the main influences B’s Meat Market was that every family member purchased by Mark and loved was the New Orleans Aundrea Roland and moved style of cooking seafood, to their new location at 1350 and we want to share it with Lafayette Pkwy. (706-407- you.” 6722). Mark butchers all the meat, and it is lovely Remember: Make prime. Want a fancy steak your Valentine’s Day for Valentine’s Day? He’ll reservations at your cut it for you. B’s meats are favorite establishment as exquisite, and they also have soon as you can! great seafood. If they don’t have what you want, they’ll order it for you. February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 7

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About Dining By Janet Flanigan

About Dining: Why time” Chocolatier Richard Cadbury in the According to Sethi Simron in a recent focuses on product origins and production Chocolate for Valentine’s 1840s had found a way to extract pure Wall Street Journal* article, cocoa beans methods. Then, the best is saved for last. Day Warms the Heart cocoa butter from whole beans, creating for chocolate are grown primarily by Tours are finished with a tasting experience, By Janet Flanigan a much more palatable and delicious smallholder farmers, based largely in West where shoppers are guided to recognize form of drinking chocolate and chocolate Africa, Indonesia and throughout Latin chocolate’s depths in flavors in a whole Thinking of chocolates as a Valentine’s candies (known then as eating chocolate). America. The article also cited a 2017 new way. Xocolatl’s employees guide Day gift? It may seem gifted chocolates Chocolate had been a very expensive item study by the French Development Agency guests through its exclusive chocolate are a clichéd or even lazy expression of available only to the wealthy upper classes. which purported that chocolate farmers manufacturing techniques “from bean to Valentine’s love, but as another cliché goes, Cadbury’s expanded the availability of along the Ivory Coast, earn approximately bar.” it really is the thought that counts, isn’t it? chocolates to a larger audience while $1 per day, which is well below the World Highlights include explanations about One of my most cherished Valentine’s also offering a superior-tasting product. Bank threshold for “absolute poverty”. In Xocolatl’s ethical product sourcing and its Day gifts was from my eldest son, Keegan. Cadbury’s English chocolates are still the past, people more than likely had not relationships with cocoa farmers the world He was away, enjoying his first year at considered some of the best moderately- considered where ingredients for a Hershey over. Finally, the reason most people visit LSU, and I missed him so much. One priced chocolates available. bar come from. However, as consumers, the store: a satisfying tasting experience of February, just before Valentine’s, a small A marketing wiz as well as a chocolate with access to information, we can educate Xocolatl’s single-origin dark chocolates. padded envelope arrived in the mail with impresario, Cadbury began using the ourselves about where and how our And of course, there is the opportunity to his Baton Rouge return address on it. Valentine’s Day holiday to promote his foodstuffs become available to us. purchase chocolate to your heart’s content! Keegan had sent me a petite, five-piece delightful chocolates. Building on that One way to enjoy chocolate and If you are intrigued by Xocolatl but can’t Whitman’s heart-shaped box of chocolates. age-old notion of courtly love, Cadbury support small farmers by purchasing craft make it to their brick and mortar store, shop The fact that our college-aged son designed elaborate and beautifully- chocolates sold by manufacturers who online at xocolatlchocolate.com. had thought to purchase that little box of decorated boxes in which he sold his source their ingredients directly from these chocolates and made the effort to mail it to chocolates. After the chocolates were farmers. By purchasing from smallholdings When Only the Best Will Do me filled my heart with joy. It may seem enjoyed and consumed, the lovely Cadbury farmers, middleman costs can be eliminated For those who demand the best, a like a small thing, but his thoughtfulness boxes were often repurposed as keepsakes and farmers ultimately receive a premium visit online to caputos.com, purveyors still brings me happiness these years later. for holding special trinkets or love letters. price and increased share of the money for of regional Italian and European foods, Some of these lavish boxes still exist today their high-quality, diverse and delicious introduces shoppers to the world of top- Tradition Linking Chocolates and and are treasured by collectors. cocoas. of-the-line chocolates. Caputo’s sells Valentine’s Day a variety of intense, “terroir-driven” Valentine’s Day has been linked with Ethical Sourcing, Small Batch How Can I Help Small Chocolate chocolates (meaning chocolate flavors romantic love for centuries. The first Chocolates and Smallholder Farmers? that are reflective of the region in which writings which associated Valentine’s Day Farmers Consumers may help these small the cocoa beans are grown). Caputo’s sell with love date back to Chaucer’s writings In today’s information age, as farmers by purposefully seeking out products from some of the world’s top in 1382. In (Chaucer’s) medieval time, opposed to ages past, we are more than chocolatiers who choose ethical-sourcing confectionaries and chocolatiers, including the imagery of chaste, courtly love began ever “citizens of the world”. As such, the practices are the core of their business. In Friis Holms’ O’Payo Milk Sansho Pepper taking shape. Visages of knights presenting public has been educated about different the Atlanta area, Xocolatl (Small Batch 50% Bar, voted the world’s best by the roses and token gifts to fair maidens, while peoples and cultures around the globe. Chocolate) at the Krog Street Market is International Chocolate Awards. Caputo’s celebrating their beauty from afar became Concurrently, society has also become recognized as one of the best in the United also carry some of the world’s most renowned. increasingly aware about the provenance States. Xocolatl (pronounced chock-oh-lah- exclusive (read: expensive) chocolates such But it wasn’t until the Victorian era of the products we buy and consume. tul) is the word for chocolate used by the as those from Michel Cluizel. A premium (1837-1901) that romance was celebrated This awareness includes the candy and Aztecs, Mayans and Olmec peoples. box of Michel Cluizel chocolates contains with elaborate expressions of love. The confectionary marketplace. The farmers When trying to find a unique nearly 400 individual pieces, but comes Victorians were prudish in expressions of who grow the cocoa beans, sugar and other Valentine’s gift for an adventurous love, with a price tag of about $895! love and they latched on to the medieval ingredients which make up our chocolate a trip to Xocolatl will highlight the Cluizel and Caputo’s also offer many idea of courtly love. Like the knights of old, candies, and products and the methods experience of chocolate as much as the more affordably-priced chocolates for they lavished each other with ornate, yet by which those chocolates are produced, tasting itself. people to who are “price-sensitive”. Many chaste cards and gifts. is lately at the forefront of consumer A visit to Xocolatl is similar to touring other top brands are carried by Caputo’s, In a matter of “right place, right conscience. a very small winery: the excursion first including Ranger Chocolates. 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Chocolates are manufactured in Oregon and customized photos, ribbons, lace and devotees from the area and around the state. over. Each style of candies are packaged is named in honor of the founder’s uncle, an other lovely touches. Next, fill the fancy, Our editor says her mother had only in small, clear, plastic cubes which can Oregon National Parks Ranger. The terroir- personalized box with your honey’s favorite one request for a gift last Christmas. “All be purchased singly, in three-or-four oriented Ranger chocolate bars ($9.99) are treats. This special gift will take your love she wanted for Christmas was toffee from packs, in “trunks”, in “Bento Boxes” (8 pricier than a Three Musketeer’s but as a on a sweet trip down Memory Lane. Let Them Eat Toffee,” says Rachael. “She’ll different cubes) or even a 24-cube tasting gift item, are probably within the budget of For those who like to shop locally be getting toffee for her birthday, too!” box. I’ve gifted Sugarfina Bento boxes to many. and support “Main Street” businesses, If whimsy is what you are looking for several friends and they have delighted the Newnan’s Let Them Eat Toffee is an in a candy Valentine, check out Sugarfina. recipients. In fact, I have a tasting box on Taking a Sweet Trip Down Memory award-winning confectionary specializing com. Finley’s Boutique in downtown order right now! Lane in house-made varieties of toffee, specialty Newnan has been known to carry a small This Valentine’s Day, consider If nostalgia is the name of the game crackers/ cookies, chocolate-dipped fruits, variety of candies from Sugarfina, if you’d demonstrating your love with a unique for your special someone, stop into Rocket custom chocolates and more. There is a like to see their goodies out in person. A gift of chocolate and other confections. Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop at Ashley phrase in the English language, labeling visit to its online store shows a company With imagination, chocolate presents can Park in Newnan. At Rocket Fizz, you can people who mistakenly believe in their which combines confectionary with fantasy, be creative, romantic, outrageous and find just about every kind of candy you superiority to other people as “toffee- packaged cleverly and attractively. unique. But such a gift does not have to be loved as a kid, including some rare and nosed.” However, when it comes to goodies Sugarfina offers many types of candies an oversized gesture. Sometimes, love is hard-to-find types. For a truly personalized from Let Them Eat Toffee, they reallyare (not just chocolate), made in a large variety perfectly expressed by something as small gift, decorate a small shirt box or heart- superior to others! The tiny shop, located of delightful and fanciful shapes, sourced as a tiny, heart-shaped Whitman’s Sampler. shaped box in the Victorian style, with on Newnan’s downtown square, has many from independent candy-makers the world

Let’s cook in LaGrange! West Georgia Tech Community Education is hosting area chefs for cooking demonstrations! ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT March 1 Jeffery Tucker with JWT Catering March 9 Patrick Mote with the Brickhouse Classes held in March 16 Jamie Keating with Jamie Keating Culinary Arts Kitchen Culinary Callaway Conference Center March 23 Devon White with C’sons, Mar Sol 220 Fort Drive, and Beacon Brewing Company Lagrange, GA 30240 March 30 Tulla White with Tulla White 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cuisine and Catering $60 per class April 6 Debbie Barronton with Cakes with For more information, Debbie call Carol Schroeder at As set forth in its student catalog, West Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affilia- 706.756.4586 or email tion or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special carol.schroeder@ circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Equity (Title IX) coordinator is Dean westgatech.edu of Students, 176 Murphy Campus Blvd, Waco, GA 30182. ADA (Section 504) coordinator is V.P. of Administrative Services, 401 Adamson Square, Carrollton, GA 30117. 678.664.0400 page 10 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020

By B.J. Bruin DiningDining In…Newnan, for Out plates. Start with Calamari Fritti, or Pasta Fagioli Soup or Barbarella Salad. Try the Valentine’s Day Salsicia Napolentania, Chicken Valdostana, Veal Piccata, Adriatica Seafood dish. Save All you need is Love! But who would room for the Tiramisu or the Cannoli’s or have guessed Valentine’s Day has origins the Cassata Sicilianna. There is a catering to a bloody pagan festival? As a fertility menu to choose from for your next event. th blessing in Lupercalia in the 6 century BC. They offer a great to go menu. They’ll be Roman priests sacrificed goats. Then there’s offering a Valentine’s Day menu, too. Call Romeo & Juliet. Chocolates? Started in for details and reservations! the 19th century by Richard Cadbury. The first Valentine card was sent by Charles, Duke of Orleans, from prison in the early 15th century. Then there is Saint Valentinus, Since 2014, The Cellar has been rd Art & Jakes who was a priest in the 3 centur—or is it 510 Newnan Crossing Bypass offering a fantastic menu at its best. Saint Valentine of Terni? Whatever the true 678-857-8226 World class food and service. Outstanding origin of the holiday, love carries the day. Sun-Wed 11am-11pm atmosphere, cuisine and beer& wine list. And with all this love to spread around… Thu 11am-1am They specialize in local fare but have a Let’s Eat! Fri-Sat 11am-1am global menu where you can get kangaroo, Beer, Wine & Spirits U.S. prairie lamb and other very worldly $$ choices. The main dining room is warm & This is a great place to go to enjoy so cozy. There is a fun part of the Cellar called many great menu items and choose from the Bays, where you can enjoy special a delicious Chef’s Menu. The Chef Menu event bands and “Cellar After Hours.” Try changes daily and is available at the table. Knife and Stone the Seared Ahi Tuna or the Smoked Papas Their regular menu starts with Signature 30 Perry St. Bravas, or the Butternut Bisque. Specials Wings, Craft Nachos, Filet Tips, Southwest 770-683-2524 include Smoked Duck Breast or Crab Eggrolls and Belgian Mussels. There are Facebook @foodfromfire Artichoke Salmon, just to name a few. great Salads, Classic Maurice and Grilled Tue-Thu 5-10pm Salmon just to name a few. There’s Panini’s Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm Street Tacos & Wraps. So many varieties Sunday Brunch: 1st Sunday of each month, of burgers and hand-helds (sandwiches). 11am-2pm Entrées include Beef Wellington, Bistro Closed Mon. 714 Bar Chicken, an Ahi Poké Bowl, delicious Beer, Wine & Spirits 7 Spring St. pastas, and perfectly prepared steaks and $$ 470-414-1657 ribs. Try the Twist Jambalaya, the Shrimp What a fantastic, fresh, farm-to-table Facebook @714BarNewnan & Grits, and the Angry Chicken Pizza. The restaurant right here in Newnan. Chef Tue-Thu 5pm-11pm Chef will be creating a fabulous Valentine’s Jarrod Reeder brings his passion for fine Fri-Sat 5pm-1am signature menu, too. Call for details and dining with fresh fun ingredients. Are you Closed Sun-Mon reservations! in the mood for Tapas? How about Fried Beer, Wine & Spirits Avocado, Scallops and Watermelon, Black $$ & Bleu Winds, Beef Tartare, Peach & Libations & Artistry! This is the new Beef Bruschetta or a Beef and Mushroom Meat n’ Greet happing spot! With a large selection of Poutine. 11 Jefferson St. California wines, 24 tap beers and a chef Entrées include his signature Meatloaf and 770-683-4664 inspired menu you must go! Start with a Bacon—this is not your typical Meatloaf! Sun-Thu 11am-10pm PCH (Cali’s love PCH!) but this one is How about Duck Teriyaki, Curried Shrimp Fri-Sat 11am-11pm cognac, rhum agricole, demerara sugar, or Smoked Cauliflower Hash, Filet or Game Beer, Wine & Spirits angostura bitters and pineapple foam! They and Gun Powder. Did I mention this is a $$ pride themselves on being fresh and local. master of smoked yum? This is a true fine A great casual American bistro pub They offer outstanding selections at a very cuisine dining venue. Make sure to follow serving delicious, unique blend of grass fed good prices! their Facebook page for pop-up lunch and chuck, brisket and short rib burgers at its 714’s menu changes often. One recent brunch announcements. For Valentines, finest! A true carnivore’s delight! They offer feature was scallops, liquid potatoes, they are offering a fantastic prix-fixe menu great plates to share, truly fun delicious, cauliflower, field greens, sweetened Mama Lucia’s of five courses (various options for each very unique burgers, a great selection of balsamic caviar. From the current menu, 236 Newnan Crossing Bypass course) for $75. This is a food lovers’ deal, hot dogs, delicious salads. Come try a choose from 4 varieties of Oysters or Verde 770-253-2501 for sure! 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About Beverages By Charles Arnold

Brand new Cochran Mill Brewing equipment like the brew kettle, bright tanks The Marietta Wine Market hosts and Italian liqueurs. Trump is trying to Company, named after the old Cochran and fermenters while hoisting drafts along a the must-attend SpringFest Wine Tasting force European nations to stop subsidizing Mill that once stood along the riverbank in 20-foot bar. Hattaway said for the first year, from1-4 pm on Apr. 5 at The Foxglove, a airplane manufacturer Airbus because it the South Fulton park of the same name, brews are available only in kegs. new downtown events center at 54 Atlanta hurts Boeing Corporation, despite the fact is planed to open later next month in Outside a small new garden for Hops Street. Sixteen distributors are offering the two purchase parts and pre-assembled Fairburn in the former Strawn Brewing was planted across the front of the spacious 100+ wines. Hors d’oeuvres included; plane sections from each other. Company location according to Jett patio enclosed now with a fence railing RSVP mandatory. Ticket sales are limited. Sadly, most Americans remain unaware Hattaway, Brewery President. made from repurposed wood salvaged from For your tickets, phone 770-919-1574 about what how much tariffs price hikes a 100-year-old barn. The railing directs weekdays and Saturdays. are going to cost. Attempting to offer visitors towards brewery’s new front explanations to customers, the Decatur entrance. And those Hops plants? They’re BREW NEWS Package Store began placing red stick- HRAN M for decoration only. Brewery hops crops are In LaGrange, Wild Leap Brew on dots on every wine bottle hit by tariff C IN I EW G C L growing in the South Fulton farm field. Company in mid-January released a new increase. Other in-store signs list office O R O L C Caramel Cake Stout beer, available now phone numbers, urging customers to call B . IMPRESSIVE FESTIVAL NEWS in cans and kegs. It’s “a big, dark and sweet and complain to GOP Senators David Mar. 18-21 marks the annual High milk stout” tasting of “rich creamy caramel Perdue and Kelly Loeffler. Museum of Art Wine Auction, the South’s and hints of cinnamon and vanilla.” By far the worst new gob-smacking largest wine fundraiser, sets up their industry news came last month with the Atlantic Station exhibition tent. Citywide MORE DISHEARTENING TARIFF announcement of a proposed new round festivities include fabulous food at special INFO of 100% tariffs. French champagnes, dinners and lunches (one for ladies, another President Trump’s threats to impose sparkling wines, other French products, like for gents), gourmet wine dinners in fine new100% tariffs on French champagnes cheeses, plus a long list of other European restaurants and private in-home wine and sparkling wines are temporarily off products all face increases. Trump is trying E A S G T. , 201 RN dinners guest chef’s conduct. There is a the table, but may come back in late 2020. to stop European Union nations from 9 • FAIRBU public wine tasting and the afternoon-long French president Emmanuel Macron enacting a new 3% tax on digital service auction itself. RSVP now—tickets are and Pres. Trump agreed on Jan. 29 not providers such as Apple, Facebook, Google available for single activities or multiple to impose new retaliatory tariffs on each and Amazon, among others. At Davos, Motorists events. The 2019 auction raised $2.6 country’s beverage products at the Davos Macron and Trump only called a truce over across the tracks million for the High, so “Open That Bottle economic summit. This is the newest step enactments of new French and American on Roosevelt and Start Something.” For more, email in an ever-changing tale of two tariffs. tariffs. Highway recently [email protected] or call 404-733- Finding legitimate news about Both sets of tariffs, says The Wall began seeing the 5335. Trump’s plans is hard because information Street Journal, have beverage and newly painted In Peachtree City: New beer festival comes loaded with detractive facts and restaurant industry professionals “in a bright red two- Drafts on Drake is set for Mar. 21 from contradictory bluster claiming America’s state of near panic.” Although European story outdoor metal 2-6pm (VIP start time, 1pm) on Drake economy is improving by ripping wines represent about 1% of America’s tank. It bears the Field beside the Hwy. 54 bridge crossing up international trade pacts. Trump total yearly imports, tariffs promise to brewery logo. The Lake Peachtree. Organizer Scott Smith, administration officials, for example, “cripple the wine importing and distribution Hattaway family owner of The Curious Pig on Huddleston continue voicing deliberately false business.” Restaurants, retailers and first wanted to to Road, says Drafts on Drake features free and untrue “campaign promises kept” distributors will go out of business. The build small brewery music concerts, tapas-sized food from six narratives, insisting foreign countries pay 25% tariffs will create 10,000 employee behind their La local restaurants, and brews from around 30 tariff costs. But, like his promise to get layoffs at the distributor and wholesale Hacienda Bed & craft beer vendors. Eventbrite.com offers Mexico to pay for the border wall, the truth levels, costing “up to $1 billion in lost Breakfast property mandatory advance ticketing. is that American consumers are forced to payroll” and $400 million in lost liquor at 5541 Cochran Mill Road but the City The Peachtree City Convention and pay 100% of all new tariffs because those taxes.” of Chattachoochee Hills denied a building Visitors Bureau cancelled this year both the costs are automatically applied on the A Jan. 8 Politico article voiced more request last June. Wines and Warbirds Wine Festival and prices of the imported goods we purchase. ominous warnings. The 100% tariffs will Strawn brothers refitted the old the Hops and Props Beer Fest. However, Last October Trump shocked the add $781 billion annually to importing Fairburn Ice and Coal Company building at Drafts on Drake organizer Smith is putting beverage industry by arbitrarily imposing costs, causing the loss nationally of 17,000 27 Word Street in 2012. Hattaway removed together a new Wines On The Water Wine 25% tariffs on still wines from Spain, distribution chain jobs and forcing 370 and replaced the original equipment, Festival taking place at Drake Field on Apr. France, Germany, and the U.K. under family-owned beverage industry companies expanded into a section of the adjoining 25, 2-6pm (VIP admission 1pm). Smith is 14% alcohol content. Sparkling wines and to close. Restaurants will close, says the building opening up 2,200 square feet of currently finalizing vendors for the new large-format bottles are exempt. Price hikes Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America, indoor space. Visitors will see brand-new event. also apply to Irish and Scotch whiskies because they rely heavily on wine price February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 13 markups to cover staffing and food costs. Atlanta Wholesale Wine; $12.99 at Camp Offering varietal wines produced in other Creek World of Beverages. places is not an option because “you can’t Served directly from a newly opened just replace a French Burgundy with a bottle, Bodega GARZON 2019 Reserva domestic Pinot Noir.” Albarino—a winery in Uruguay that won the Wine Enthusiasts Magazine’s 2018 EVERYONE NEEDS A GLASS OF Winery of the Year—has a hauntingly BUBBLES… creamy rich note of spicy sweetness …and not just for Valentine’s Day, lingering in the background. Up front are although maybe we could all use a couple more predominant bright, clean tastes of extra-large flutes of bubbly considering the peach, grapefruit, nectarine and lemon zest. dismal tariff news. After all, Feb. 14 is right Beautifully crafted and straw colored, it is around the corner, and nothing says Love surprising in that first aromas offer a dusty better than a bouquet of flowers and several dried flower herbal-ness not evident in sips. really nice bottles of wine. National Distributing Company wholesales; A true stunner from “down under,” suggested retail, $17.99. McBride Sisters Collection Brut Rose Red is the color of love, and the Sparkling Wine (NV) is a Marlborough, unpretentious, ruby-red AVIA Pinot Noir NZ quaff. Soft, slightly sweet, lush and 2016 was top pick at Griffin Wine Club precisely balanced tastes begin with after members sampled Slovenian wines alluring aromas of fresh flowers and fruit from Vinska Klet Goriska Brda located in that doles out fine residual sugar and a bit the Primorska Region north of the city of of herbal acidity amid flavors of cherry and Trieste. It’s 100% Pinot, all stainless steel- strawberry cobbler, fresh picked peaches macerated and -fermented so the bright and ripe red raspberries. Blend is 90% Pinot berry flavors aren’t overpowered by oak Noir, the rest chardonnay. Rates 3½ of 5 aging. Bottles sell for $8-$10 via Savannah stars, from me. Kroger Stores exclusive; Distributing. $13.99/bottle. Juve & Camp Brut Rose Pinot Noir REMEMBERING HISTORY Cava (NV) is a beautiful strawberry pink Writing about Uncle Nearest liquid produced from 100% Pinot Noir 1884 Small Batch Whiskey brings up grapes packaged in a clear glass bottle thoughts of recognition long overdue. with a bubble gum pink label and foil cap. Nathan “Nearest” Green, a former slave Flavors combine into a medium dry fruit and self-trained master distiller, taught poutporee highlighted by bright cherry and Jack Daniels how to make the smooth strawberries, an extra crisp, lingering finish. “Sipping Whiskey” that continues to mark WINEBOW Distributors; $15.99-$18.99 the signature tastes of the Lynchburg, retail. Tennessee area and Jack Daniels Distillery. The name sounds Spanish but Santa Historical documents clearly disclose Margherita Brut Rose Vino Spumante that Daniels praised Green for his skills. is Italian, comes from grapes grown in However, in the period after the Civil vineyards around the eastern Treviso state. War—the dark times of Reconstruction White Chardonnay and sweeter Glera and the implementation of Jim Crow grapes mix with a small dose of Malbec Laws—Uncle Nearest’s contributions creating pale pink liquid. A fruit basket of were conveniently overlooked and mostly floral aromas is followed by solid flavors forgotten…until now. of citrus and red berry fruits. A sister white, Green had been making Tennessee Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore whiskey before the Civil War. He taught DOCG from Valdobbiadene, is equally Daniels how to slow-filter the liquid vibrant and aromatic with flavors of crisp through sugar maple charcoal and then Fiji apple and fresh sweet pineapple. barrel-age it at the original site of the Empire Distributors; suggested retail Old No. 7 Distillery. This was located $24.99. behind a Lutheran Minister’s Farm outside . KickWE ALL KNOW, HORSES on ARE There’s kiss-like sweetness found in Shelbyville, TN. black bottles of Luc Belaire Rare Rose, Uncle HUMBLING. Things may or may a popular sparkler from sunny Provence. Nearest 1884 not go your way, but the lessons Serves up French Rose blend of Grenache Small Batch learned are always invaluable. One Cinsault and Syrah. Shimmering strawberry Whiskey is red liquid is cherry-berry sweet, fruity-fresh one of three thing you can count on is our level of and elegantly smooth. Rates my 3 ½ of 5 new Tennessee commitment to you and your horse. stars. Don’t confuse Rare Rose with Luc whiskies From maintaining your competition Belaire Luxe Rose. It comes in a clear produced glass bottle with a pink/white label. Empire now in the horse to breeding your prize mare Distributors suggests $29.99. Nearest Green and everything in between, our team Distillery is dedicated to you and your horse EXCELLENT STILL WINES on the Sand whether you come to us or we come A powerhouse Greek dessert wine, Creek Farm Mavrodaphne of Patras is a late-harvest, that shares to you. sweet red dessert wine coming from grapes property with grown on mountain hillsides overlooking the Tennessee the Gulf of Patras on the largest island in Walking Horse Dr. Jason McLendon, DVM Peloponnese. Rich, mouth pleasing spicy Equestrian Dr. Matthew Reynolds, DVM tastes of dark chocolate, caramel, black Center next Dr. Libby Reidy, DVM cherry and blueberries make it a must- door, both of have accompaniment for warm chocolate which are open 770.252.6860 desserts (especially Lava Cake or double to visitors. chocolate brownies), dark chocolate candy, fresh fruit or spicy cheese. Juice mix is 815 Herring Rd., Newnan, GA 30265 southerncrescentequine.com Mavrodaphne and Black Corinthian grapes (60/40%, respectively) whose dark purple skins look almost black. Distributed by page 14 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020

Fantastic Oscar Facts

Silent Oscar Winner Silent film “The Artist” is widely tipped to win the Best Picture gong at this year’s Oscars, but the only silent film to previously win an Oscar for Best Picture was “Wings” in 1929. The movie about two young fighter pilots during World War I starred Charles “Buddy” Rogers, Richard Arlen, Clara Bow and a young Gary Cooper.

Film with the Most Oscar Nominations “The Artist” may lead the film pack this year, with 12 Academy Award nods, but the most nominated movies of all time garnered a whopping 14 nominations. First up was black-and-white film “All about Eve” in 1950. Fifty years later, Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio’s doomed love story “Titanic” sank all competition.

First Technicolor Oscar Winner The first color film to win a Best Picture gong was “Gone with theWind” in 1940.

The Most Oscars…Ever Walt Disney has won more Oscars than anyone else. He was nominated for 64 awards, and won 26. Composer John Williams is the second most nominated person, with 47 Academy Award nominations (and counting).

The Top Award Winners Only three films have even won all five of the most coveted Oscars for Best Film, Actor, Actress, Director and Writing. They are: “It Happened One Night” (1935); “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” (1976); and “The Silence Of The Lambs” (1992).

Actor or Actress with the Most Oscars The actress with the most Oscars is Katharine Hepburn who won four Best Actress Oscars during her career. Clint Eastwood is the male actor with the most Oscars, with a total of four trophies to his name, but he didn’t win any for acting. He won two Oscars for Best Director and two Oscars for Best Picture for “Unforgiven” and “Million Dollar Baby.”

Youngest Oscar Winner The youngest ever Oscar winner is actress Tatum O’Neal, who was only 10 years old when she won Best Supporting Actress for the film “Paper Moon.”

Oldest Oscar Winner The oldest person to win an Oscar was Jessica Tandy, at age 81. She won the Best Actress Award for her part in “Driving Miss Daisy.”

Introducing Oscar Each gold-plated Oscar award costs $500 to make and weighs around 8½ pounds. Chicago based company R.S. Owens starts manufacturing the Oscar statuettes one year in advance of the show.

A Few Oscar Numbers When they roll out the red carpet on Oscar night, spare a thought for the organizers. The specially made carpet is a whopping 500 feet long and has to be rolled out at L.A.’s prestigious Kodak Theatre days in advance, hoovered and covered with protective plastic, before being unveiled just hours before the ceremony. February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 15

About PByarenthoo Patrick Terrail d About Parenthood: Life It’s now time to get Lola back upstairs loves them, and makes do. Pets bring joy and other side, I see a young man slowly coming and make sure Gabe is dressed and ready for peace to the household. out of his shell. This is a difficult time. I’m with Gabe the drive to school. It’s very cold outside, so I January was a short month for Gabe. trying to get a handle on it, as are his teachers. start the car to warm it up for Gabe and Lola Nothing too exciting happened, other than his I’m sure it’ll all work out, but it does create a Living with a child is very challenging, to jump in. Twenty minutes later, we make daily routine at school. His challenges remain certain amount of parental anxiety. but we have other children in the house. Not it to the door of his school just in time. Lola in math and problem-solving. Yes, Gabe is slowly becoming a teenager real children but they are spoiled and run our loves the ride and is happy to sit in the car School is getting harder for Gabe, which and seeing things his own way, and (as we all home as well as does Gabe. with Gabe. means more concentration. He’ll soon have know) parents are wrong in his mind, even Meet Lola, our newly adopted miniature Once we’re home from dropping Gabe to think about sixth grade. The books will be though we may actually be right. One day, Schnauzer, and Prince, our beautiful alpha cat. at school, we head home. I walk upstairs more demanding, the math problems more when he’s older, he’ll wake up and finally They really tell us how to run the house. to my office, where Lola will sit up on one challenging. I worry whether he’ll be ready realize, “My parents were right. I should have It all starts at about 6am, when Prince chairs while prince will sit in the other chairs for all this. As I spend time with him, I still listened.” is waiting for me while I get dressed in the and stare at each other all day while I work. see the small child he still wants to be. On the bathroom. Prince jumps on the sink and Prince likes to climb on the desk and get tries to get water from the faucet. Once I’m some attention but Lola would like to make dressed for the day, Prince is ready to run a statement, but Prince will scowl at her. (I downstairs to get his daily treat and go out for always wonder why these two species are his morning constitutional. always jealous of each other.) Looking in from the porch through the During the day, Lola sits on my lap as I kitchen door is our neighbor’s cat, Baby, work at the computer, waiting for me to take meowing patiently for his breakfast. Once he her for a long walk or a car ride. She loves has been fed and Prince is on his way I finally to be in the car with us. We roll down the can attend to morning duties: making Gabe’s window so she can feel the wind in her face. lunch, making coffee for my wife and me, and The cat will stay out almost all day and mixing up Gabe’s chocolate milk and cereal. play with the neighbor’s cat, or sometimes just Then it’s time to bring everything snooze on a chair on the front porch. If it’s upstairs and wake everyone up for the day. cold, you’ll find him asleep on Gabe’s bed. Once everybody’s awake, I take Lola for her Pets are sort of like having children, and morning walk in the back yard. A ten minute they like to be treated as such. Gabe likes stroll and she is happy to dome back in and playing with Lola. He feels a real kinship with get her morning treats. his pets. Even though he’s allergic to cats, he page 16 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020

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This type of therapy can work with chronic pains and issues both physical and emotional. Light pressure applied too is the key to and breathing calmly. Craniosacral therapy has proved valuable include chronic headaches, pains originating in the jaw joint, recurrent ear and sinus issues. Jeanette works Tuesday through Friday by There’s also the Spa Couples’ Massage: A appointment, and also offers gift cards for your loved 50 Minute Couples’ Massage at the Spa with ones. Call 770-683-3338 to book a session. a complimentary champagne toast, overnight Also in Newnan, Vibrations Sound Therapy accommodations, chocolate truffles delivered to with Patti Cosby is available by appointment. your room the day you arrive, use of The Lodge This unique therapy combines powerful vibration and Spa Fitness Center’s sauna, steam room, fitness and tones to induce an immediate relaxed state. It facilities, outdoor pool and whirlpool spas, as well allows the body to go through noticeable changes as admission to Callaway Gardens and its attractions as it responds to deeper and deeper relaxed states of each day of stay and the day of departure. For more rest. The benefits of VST include help with chronic information and to book your getaway, visit www. muscular tension and pain, improved circulation, callawaygardens.com/packages/couples-packages/. reduced fatigue/stress and better sleep. Patti takes appointments Friday through Monday at 19 Who’s a good microneedling candidate? Why should someone MORE BUZZ… Perry St., Suite 110. To find out more and reserve consider this service? Carla Collins your appointment time, visit @serenitysoundllc. 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Call 762-323-9812 for In downtown Newnan, Emily’s offers microneedling sessions Salon Bella’s warm, more information and to book an appointment. and packages, with sessions between $250 and $275. To book your relaxed space at 300 Pontoni Hair Design & Skincare reminds appointment with Emily, call 770-262-6233. Mooty Bridge Rd. makes for a great salon visit. To clients of their new location at 43 Jefferson St. in book an appointment, call 706-333-6265 or 706-884- downtown Newnan. To book your appointment, call 770-502-1932. February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 17 page 18 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020 By Marylou Luther Clotheslines Dear Marylou: I will be going to The Mao is two-layer, folded down, Shanghai in May, and am wondering if while the Mandarin is stiff and high, anyone there still wears the cheongsam? I designed to block the cold. The Mandarin have a beautiful embroidered satin version has appeared in different incarnations I could take with me, but not if I would be throughout time, from the horseback the only one to wear one. Also, what is the fashions of the Manchurians of the Qing difference between the cheongsam and the dynasty to the emperor’s dragon robe to qipao? — A.C., Los Angeles, CA. everywoman’s cheongsam. Dear A.C.: I took your question to China-born, award-winning New York Dear Marylou: I’m a stay-at-home apparel designer/costume designer Han mom and I’m really concerned about Feng, who commutes between Shanghai protecting my family, your family, the earth and New York, where she operates art from global warming. What are things I spaces. She says that the traditional can do—or not do—to help. Or can one cheongsam, once considered a relic of individual really do anything to help? — the past, is becoming more interesting to D.P., Lincoln, NE. China’s young women. Dear D.P.: New “This generation York designer Eileen is interested in Fisher, known for her reconstructing outfits work in sustainability, drawn from almost has a list of what- 1500 years of costume to-do actions to help history, anywhere save the planet that between the Teng and include such simple the Qing dynasties— acts as switching to 600s to 1900s. Their cold water the next elaborate creations are time you fill your known as hanfu, and washing machine. whereas in the past one According to Fisher would only see them and her eco experts, on TV in costume by switching to cold dramas, today you see you can cut your them on weekends in energy impact by the cities and scenic up to 90%. To see areas, camera-ready to the entire list, go to share on social media. eileenfisher.com/ Elements of traditional repair-and-care/wash- Chinese dress are more green. commonly seen as a mix of a pencil dress and a qipao.” Dear Marylou: In shopping for my To Han Feng, there is no difference engagement ring, my fiancé and I found between the cheongsam and the qipao, a ring we both love and can afford, but it explaining that the look has “only been has a flaw. The flaw is totally undetectable around a hundred years or so,” and that the to our eyes, but shows up in the jeweler’s word cheongsam is based on the Cantonese loupe. Should we buy it? — E.T., Des pronunciation of the name, while qipao is Moines, IA. the name used in Mandarin. Her illustration Dear E.T.: Gemstone expert Camilla here is the classic cheongsam/qipao made Dietz Bergeron says not to be too insistent famous in the last century by Madame on a flawless diamond. “While color and Chiang Kai-shek. clarity are important considerations, a smaller flawless tone is not necessarily Dear Marylou: What is the difference more desirable than a larger one with a between a Mao collar and a Mandarin slight or indistinguishable flaw.” So yes, go collar? They look alike to me. — D.L., ahead and buy it! Boston, MA. Dear D.L.: They look alike to me, Art Key: Cheongsam too. But China-born New York designer Illustration by Han Feng Vivienne Tam says they are totally different. “Many think of the Mao collar, Marylou welcomes questions for use in this named for Chairman Mao Zedong, China’s column but regrets she cannot answer mail leader during the Cultural Revolution, personally. Send your questions to Clotheslines as being Chinese, but it was borrowed in care of this publication. Contents of this originally from the Germans, who wore column are ©2020 International Fashion them at university. It is therefore hard to Syndicate. claim that the Mao suit is Chinese. February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 19

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By Munira Fidahussein & Staff Talk AboutThe East Point… TalkExhibit for Youth ArtAbout Month opens Mar. style dinner byTown Mare Sol. This year, there are In her role as Visit LaGrange President/ There will be a free movie screening 7, with a reception 6-8pm at the gallery. 9 leaders from our community running for CEO, Tilley will help develop, coordinate, on voter suppression and a voting machine The show will include great artwork, a king & queen of mask, and the winners will be direct and implement a comprehensive demonstration hosted by Sen. Nikema slideshow of children’s art, a fantastic spread revealed live at the event. Each year, Behind strategy for marketing LaGrange as a tourism Williams, East Point Councilman Joshua and a wonderful evening of friendship and the Mask provides a fantastic way for us to destination. “I am delighted to be able to B Butler, IV, and State Representative Kim conversation. work together, with the help of our candidates, promote LaGrange and all of our amenities to Schofield on Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at East Point to “make a difference in the life of a child!” those outside our community. LaGrange has Fire Station #3 on N. Commerce Drive. Talk About Newnan… This month’s City of LaGrange monthly so much to offer as a complete destination and Make sure to mark your calendar for Feb. litter clean-up event takes place Feb. 8, I’m excited about the possibilities this new Talk About College Park… 22 and the 13th Annual Oscar Party Gala at 8-10am. The group will meet in the parking lot organization brings,” she said. Revival Co-Working is now open at 1930 the Nixon Centre, with proceeds benefiting of Piggly Wiggly at 505 South Greenwood St. Tilley has lived in LaGrange for most of Harvard Ave. With flexible pricing to meet the Boys & Girls Clubs. For tickets, visit Emory Clark-Holder Clinic is pleased her life. She and her husband, Hal, have one every professional’s needs, Revival offers a oscarnight.givesmart.com. to announce their 8th Annual Healthy Heart daughter, Chandler. Tilley is slated to begin beautiful, quiet, easily accessible work space Newnan Theatre Company holds Health Fair on Feb. 8, 8am-12pm. This event her new role Apr. 6. close to Marta, the Georgia International BBQ & Brews on Mar. 14, 5-10pm at the and free screenings will be open to the public Convention Center, and downtown College historic Newnan Train Depot. This is a night and held at the main clinic, 303 Smith Street, Talk About Pine Mountain… Park’s businesses and restaurants. For more to celebrate community theatre while enjoying in LaGrange. The Emory CHC Cardiology Taste of Pine Mountain is set for Feb. information, visit www.revivalcoworking.com. some local BBQ and craft beer. The evening team will be there ready to work with you. 21, 6-9pm in beautiful downtown Pine On Feb. 5, the Atlanta Dream celebrates will consist of wonderful pork BBQ and beef This event is designed to create awareness and Mountain. You won’t want to miss this fun National Women’s Sports Day with a brisket with all the fixings, along with a wide promote a healthy heart. evening of excellent food and beverages in basketball clinic for girls ages 7+ from selection of craft beers from local breweries Wild Leap Brew Co. is breaking out the Pine Mountain’s lovely shops! Tickets are $20 6:15-8:15pm at Tracey Wyatt Recreation as well as a selection of beverages for those black lights and glow-in-the-dark outfits for and available at UniquExpressions Coffee Complex (2300 Godby Rd., College Park). seeking a wider variety at our open bar. The a one of a kind party on Feb. 8! Join them as & Café and the Harris County Chamber of The clinic will feature Atlanta Dream head event includes live entertainment including they transform the brewery into the biggest Commerce. coach Nicki Collen and assistant coach Darius a bluegrass band and dramatic offerings glow party you’ve ever seen. Taylor, with special guests guard Renee throughout the night, plus an exciting live In partnership with the Georgia Montgomery and team mascot Star. auction and silent auction, with 100% of Historical Society, Hills & Dales Estate will the proceeds going to the many programs be participating in Georgia History Festival’s Talk About West Point… at Newnan Theatre Company. Tickets are Super Museum Sunday! On Feb. 12, Super Mike and Kesha Coniglio closed on the $75. For more information, visit www. Museum Sunday provides an opportunity for old Chattabrewchee building in West Point. newnantheatre.org. residents and visitors alike to explore the rich The Coniglios will now begin the process of and diverse history as they will be open for transforming the Chattabrewchee building on Talk About LaGrange… complementary home and garden tours from 4th Avenue into the new Burrow Warehouse By Munira Fidahussein 1-6pm. Event Center, a plethora of event services On Feb. 6, Troup-Harris Regional LaGrange College Theatre presents and rentals. “Our goal is to make West Point a Library presents a talk by Georgia author “Urinetown,” Feb. 19-23 at the Price desired location for events from Lagrange to Brian Panowich at 7pm in Callaway Theater. This Tony Award-winning musical Opelika… Create jobs and increase the traffic Auditorium (LaGrange College). Panowich’s imagines a future where water is so scarce that into the area,” say the Coniglios. first novel, Bull Mountain, is the featured people have to pay to use public amenities. It “Zachary Construction will begin the selection for THROB (Troup Harris Reads One satirizes capitalism and social irresponsibility construction as soon as possible. We are Book), a one-community, one-book reading and introduces us to a hero who’s had enough Talk About Warm Springs… hoping for an estimated 90-day turnaround event presented by Troup-Harris Regional and plans a revolution to lead all the citizens to On Mar. 7 from 2-5pm, Warm Springs if everything goes according to plan.” the Library. Pretty Good Books in LaGrange is freedom. Cellars (11 Roosevelt Walk, #1) hosts Lines Coniglios added. Zachary Construction is delighted to participate in this event as the Lafayette Theatre Company’s between the Wines: Hometown Novel very familiar with the building from their official bookseller. PGB will have copies of production of Sondheim’s Company: A Nights. Wine and books is a novel idea time working on the transformation for Bull Mountain and its sequel, Like Lions, Musical Comedy takes the Black Box Theatre (pun intended), and Warm Springs Cellars Chattabrewchee in 2017. available for purchase, as well as providing the stage Feb. 20-23 & 27-29. For tickets and show is delighted to welcome HNN to town. The The Burrow Warehouse is ready to make opportunity for attendees to pre-order the third times, visit www.lsparts.org. featured novelist will be T.M. Brown, author a huge impact on events in the Valley in 2020 novel in the series, Hard Cash Valley. This Join HYPE Young Professionals as they of the Shiloh mystery series. Don’t miss this and to highlight the beautiful downtown area in event is free to attend (no ticket required), and take the plunge for the SECOND year in a row! wonderful event! West Point. the public is invited! HYPE’s Polar Plunge, sponsored by Jackson Krewe of Mask presents “The Krewe of Services, will take place Feb. 29 at Highland Escape To Columbus Talk About Peachtree City… Mask’s Time Machine” Mardi Gras Parade Pines Resort & Marina. There will be warm How to spend a Saturday and get out of Royal Lanes Social will be opening on Feb. 15 at 7pm. Come catch beads, cups, food and drinks at Sunset Grill, music, warm- the house? Try Columbus. Just down the road probably in March, at 220 Northlake Dr., doubloons and trinkets. The Krewe will travel up tent, and entertainment for the whole from the 85 South area, it’s full of museums Peachtree City. This new bowling alley looks to the past, present and future with everyone family! and lovely restaurants—and it doesn’t have the like great fun! having a good time. It’s a family friendly Kathy Tilley has been named Visit heavy traffic of Atlanta. Do what I did: Put all event. You can see the Lord Mayor at City Hall LaGrange’s new president and CEO. Tilley the kids in the car and take them for brunch at Talk About Hogansville… toasting the King and Queen and welcoming was most recently the LaGrange-Troup Smoke Bourbon and BBQ (1047 Broadway). The town was sad to see city manager them back to their favorite city. You might Chamber Interim President/CEO as well Try their pimento wontons and pulled pork David Milliron leave for a new job in catch the parade at Main Street if you fancy a as the Troup County Center for Strategic sandwich with their homemade mac and Kentucky. He’s done so much for Hogansville bite to eat first. You might be able to double Planning Executive Director. Tilley has cheese. in his time here. We wish him all the best. City your catches in you see the parade on the extensive experience in hospitality, tourism Once you have a great brunch, head down Clerk Liza Kelly has taken over temporarily flip side. Attending the parade is free and we and marketing working for Ritz Carlton Hotel to the Coca-Cola Space Science Museum. until his replacement is hired. encourage families and everyone to attend. Company and then Callaway Gardens and the Your children will love the space simulation The Grand Hotel has finally been Mardi Gras is a celebration for everyone. See Ida Cason Callaway Foundation for almost 20 and the planetarium. Afterwards, you’ll want purchased, and hopefully it will reopen in the www.kreweofmask.com for further details. years. to stop at Kilwins (1230 Broadway) for near future after having being closed for almost Kick off February with the8 th Annual “I am very excited about Kathy joining some delicious ice cream, fudge, or fabulous ten years. The new owners are the same group Behind the Mask Mardi Gras Ball at the Visit LaGrange organization,” said Visit chocolates. Stroll by the river, see the rafting who run The Depot. Del’Avant on Feb. 1. Behind the Mask is the LaGrange Board Chairman Bobby Carmichael. run and have a great outing. The Suffering Artist (311 E. Main St.) LaGrange community’s primary fundraiser “She has the experience, local knowledge announces their second annual exhibit for benefitingTwin Cedars Youth & Family and respect of all in our community to have a Youth Art Month. Exalted Notions: An Services. The event will feature live music significant impact on tourism. We are in good by Atlanta Funk Society and a New Orleans- hands with Kathy as our CEO.” February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 21

Valentine’s Day

Many holidays are meant to be a rose, but there are so many more options to February 14th is the second largest is Mother’s Day. Of the 124.6 million show of love, affection and gratitude, but choose from besides that traditional flower. card giving day of the year, just after households in the U.S., it’s predicted that no holiday does it better than Valentine’s Other popular flower types include lilies, Christmas. This year, it’s expected that 1 43 million of them will purchase flowers. Day. After the Roman Emperor Claudius tulips, gerbera daisies, and orchids. Want to billion cards will be exchanged around the And the most likely flower to be purchased? II outlawed marriage, Saint Valentine mix it up? A variety of flowers arranged in world. Red roses. continued to marry men and women in a bouquet is not only trendy, but will make Teachers receive the most Valentine’s Would you believe that young people secret. Even then, it was traditional for men your gift stand out. Day cards, followed by kids, mothers, are leading the trend in floral sales? In and women to exchange flowers on their wives and girlfriends. 2016, 63% of floral-buying households wedding day, as a sign of good luck and the Valentine’s Day Facts Hallmark was one of the first to mass were under age 35. start of a “blooming” relationship. Every year, more than 36 million heart produce a Valentine’s Day card, all the way Who says you can’t be your own Today, we continue to celebrate love shaped boxes of chocolates are sold across back in 1913. Valentine? In 2015, 18% of women sent on Feb. 14, the day Saint Valentine died, by the country. More than one-third of men are themselves flowers. exchanging flowers, and the more modern Sorry men, it looks like you’ll be comfortable not receiving anything from a Ordering a bouquet? Have it tied in chocolates and teddy bears. Think you spending twice as much as women this year lover on Valentine’s Day. lace. The word “lace” comes from the know all there is about this centuries-old on gifts. The average man spends $130 Latin laques, meaning “to snare or net,” as holiday? You may be surprised at these on Valentine’s Day, while women spend Flower Facts in to catch a person’s heart. Valentine’s Day fun facts! about $70. It’s estimated that the U.S. alone is Have you ever wondered what the Don’t forget about your pets! Every going to spend $3.3 billion on flowers for most popular flowers for Valentine’s Day year, around 9 million people buy their pets loved ones this year. The only other day are? Most people would assume it to be the a Valentine’s Day gift. that beats Valentine’s Day in floral sales

Hapeville Presents: www

“Community First” by Director Layton Blaylock .hapeville.org Saturday, February 8, 2020 This film captures an extraordinary look at a new movement in Austin, TX that is transforming the lives of homeless people through the power of community.

Reception with Filmmaker @ 6 p.m. Film Screening @ 7 p.m.

Christ Church & Carriage House Jess Lucas Park - 680 S. Central Ave. Hapeville, GA 30354

https://www.communityfirstthemovie.com/ * The views and content expressed in the films of the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers do not represent the views of The City of Hapeville. Some films are for mature audiences and are subject to viewer discretion.

* The views and content expressed in the films of the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers do not represent the views of The City of Hapeville. Some films are for mature audiences and are subject to viewer discretion.

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About Art By Jenny Enderlin The Arts in East Point… Tickets for the concert are $25 for general 2727 or visit www.backstreetart.org for The Cochran Gallery will be hosting an In conjunction with Jack Sinclair seating through the Department of Leisure more details. exhibit for Charles Nivens starting Feb 7, Gallery, ArtsXchange will present Services: (770) 253-2682, ext. 236; patron Corner Arts Gallery is hosting several with a reception on that day 6 to 9PM Scattering Dreams: Art in Response tickets should be purchased by Feb. 14. child and adult workshops that include to Global Crises. The exhibition will Competition admission is free. watercolors, drawing, and pottery. Sign up The Arts in West Point… highlight the tragic stories of migrants, The Nixon Centre hosts Jukebox for classes via cornerartsgallery.net. New Horizon Community Theatre detention, asylum seekers, and deportation Saturday Night on Feb. 7 at 7pm. Come will show Agatha Christie’s The Hollow, in the effort to call attention to the enjoy the Big Band sounds of the 30’s, 40’s, The Arts in Greenville… the fictional story of how an unhappy game worldwide crises affecting 43 million and 50’s. The $15-$20 tickets are available From Feb. 22-Apr. 4, Artisans on of romantic follow-the-leader explodes into refugees. It runs Feb. 29-Apr. 11 with at thenixoncentre.tix.com. the Square will host the work of esteemed murder. Show dates are Feb. 27-29 and awards determined by judge Rozina Shiraz The Studio School At Three Hearts Farm oil painter Corinne Galla of Luthersville. tickets are $13-$16. They can be purchased Gilani. Visit artsxchange.org for details. located at 4328 Roscoe Rd. has announced The opening reception is Feb. 22, 2-5pm. at nhct.org. its 2020 instructor lineup: Feb.4-6, David Much of the exhibit depicts impressionistic The Arts in College Park… Boyd Jr. will offer “Drawing and Design.” female figures inspired by the strong The Arts in Peachtree City In addition to its usual club meetings Mar. 6-8 Vicki Norman is teaching “Color women in the artist’s family. The artist will Save the date for Arts Alive Gala and choir, ballet, orchestral rehearsals, the and Light.” May 19-21 is Stephanie also have encaustic, mixed media, acrylic celebrating Arts, Culture and Community College Park Arts Exchange is hosting Birdsall with “Still Life.” Aug. 11-13 ink and water color works available for presented by the Arts Council of Fayette a Story Collage Workshop on Feb.1, is David Boyd Jr. on “Color Mixing in sale. Gallery hours are Thursday-Saturday County in partnership with Georgia Stained Glass with Maureen Stone on the Field and Studio.” Sept. 4-6 is Dan 11am-5pm. Visit artisansonthesquare. Dance Theatre on Saturday February Feb. 8, an Arts Drop-In at the College Beck presenting “A Model Is A Model, gallery or call 404-386-1328 for details. 29 at Flat Creek Country Club .Visit Park Community Center on Feb. 15, an But A Painting Is A Painting.” Nov. 5-7 wwe.artscouncilfayette.com for more Arts Drop-In at The Old Parish House is Kathy Odom instructing “Inside Out: The Arts in LaGrange… information. on Feb. 16, Sock Monkeys with Carol Painting the Countryside.” Each workshop The LaGrange Art Museum and the Petrucci on Feb. 22, and Leap Day Disco is $525; participants can sign up at Lamar Dodd Art Center of LaGrange Want to see your March event listed in About on Feb. 29. For more information on these http://studioschoolthreeheartsfarm.com/ College will present awards for the Third Art? Send the details to Jenny Enderlin at events, visit cpae.org. workshop. LaGrange Southeast Regional contest on [email protected] by Feb. 17! Newnan Theatre Company is pleased to Feb. 21. The show features every medium The Arts in Chattahoochee announce its first ever entire-season patron: of art and will be on display through Apr. Hills… Cancer Treatment Centers of America! 17. The University of Georgia’s Lamar Serenbe Playhouse announces its The theatre also recently declared its lineup Dodd School of Art is also showing All eleventh season lineup beginning in March: for the 2020-2021 season: Lying in State, Together Now! Dodd Faculty Exhibition Spring Awakening, Steel Magnolias, Calendar Girls, Until He Wasn’t, Silent through the month of February. Alice in Wonderland, and Kinky Boots. Sky, Clue, Spamalot, and one yet-to- Ticket packages are currently available at be-named romantic comedy. Tickets for serenbeplayhouse.com. the Feb. 1 Area 51 Interactive Murder Mystery are sold out, but seats are still The Arts in Tyrone… available for the Feb. 6-9 and 13-16 play The Legacy Theatre is presenting The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Mama Mia! through Mar. 1. Showtimes Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society are 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, and 3pm on Production of Macbeth. Showtimes are weekend matinees; tickets are $15-$35 and 8pm Thursday-Saturday and 3pm Sundays. can be purchased at legacystar.org or by Tickets can be purchased at the box office calling the box office at 404-895-1473. or by calling 770-683-6282. On Feb. 4, author T.M. “Mike” The Arts in Hogansville… Brown will present on the WQEE Radio Positive Fields is partnering with Show with Dez Ross at the Monarch Hogansville Elementary School to build House. On Feb. 20, Hometown Novel a 3D Printer Farm! Donations for the Nights will take place at Carnegie endeavor can be made through Fundrazr. Newnan and feature Christopher Swann, com. Angela McCrae, and David Coppage. On Exalted Notions: An Exhibit for Youth Feb. 23, Brown will facilitate a talk with Art Month will be at the Suffering Artist Angela and Alex McCrae at the Monarch Gallery March 8 - 6:00 - 8:00 pm House at 2:30pm. Following his workshop at Three Come join their second annual art exhibit Hearts Farm, painter David Boyd Jr. is dedicated to celebrating Youth Art hosting a Basement Mentoring Group Month. All of the featured pieces will be Show on Feb. 7-8 from 6-9pm. collaborations between adult and youth Save the date for Southern Arc Dance’s artists, they will have a slideshow of solo artist exhibition reception featuring children’s art, and a nice spread for your Mick Brandenberger! The event will take enjoyment. This is thier first exhibit of the place Mar. 7 from 5-7pm. year and we can’t think of a better way to Backstreet Community Arts, a nonprofit open another year of art exhibits. art studio, invites all adults struggling with homelessness, poor mental health, The Arts in Newnan… addiction, or simply the desire to express Save the date for Wadsworth Week! The themselves to come experience the power annual chamber/classical music festival of art—completely free of charge! Come kicks off with theFriends of Wadsworth for open studio time, morning yoga, Concert at the Wadsworth Auditorium lunchtime ukulele, or painting instruction. on Mar. 14 at 7pm and ends with the Backstreet is located at 19-B 1st Ave. and is Wadsworth Piano Competition Mar. open 10am-3pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 19-22 (wadsworthpianocompetition.org). and 10am-8pm Thursdays. Call 706-940- February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 23

State of theBy Jenny EnderlinArt

State of the Art: “Are you kidding? I would love to come!” Wadsworth replied. Beginning in the early Wadsworth Week, 1990s, Wadsworth returned every year Newnan to play for his beloved hometown. The By Jenny Enderlin proceeds funded most of the much-needed renovations for the city’s grand art deco In March, the city of Newnan will host its municipal building, now named the Charles cultural highlight of the year: Wadsworth Wadsworth Auditorium in his honor. Week. This year’s festival features world- Because the event originated with class musicians playing chamber music Wadsworth bringing world-renowned both in concert and competition settings. musician friends every year, it is known (Chamber music is classical music as the Friends of Wadsworth Concert. performed by a small ensemble—think Wadsworth, now in his 90s, is no longer able piano solo or string quartet, versus full to attend, though his wife Susan remains orchestra.) heavily involved. In 2013, Wadsworth The festival is named for Charles passed the baton to artistic director Wadsworth, one of the biggest living Courtenay Budd who is also from Newnan. names in chamber music. After obtaining This year, the acclaimed soprano has his master’s degree at Julliard, Wadsworth enlisted South Korean violinist Chee-Yun, founded the Chamber Music Society of French cellist Yves Dharamraj, Slovenian the Lincoln Center which he led as artistic classical guitarist Mac Grgie, and American director for twenty years. He has performed pianist Andrew Armstrong to perform with at the White House for five U.S. presidents; her. collaborated with musicians such as Yo- The concert is produced by the Newnan Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, Beverly Sills, and Cultural Arts Commission and will take CUSTOM FRAMESHOP & GALLERY Leonard Bernstein; received three honorary place Mar. 14 at 7pm in the Wadsworth doctorates; and was awarded prestigious Auditorium. General seating is $25, but Creating Beauty. honors from the governments of France, patron tickets are still available and include Italy, and the city of New York. He’s also an invitation to the artist’s reception Preserving Memories. responsible for the success of the Festival afterward at Lillian Gardens. To purchase, of Two Worlds, a pairing of two acclaimed visit brownpapertickets.com, the Coweta’s classical music festivals which take place Visitor’s Bureau, or call Leisure Services (770) 683-3463 in Spoleto, Italy and Charleston, South Manager Katie Mosely at 770-253-2682, 10 E Broad St, Newnan, GA 30263 Carolina. ext. 236. FineLinesArtandFraming.com Wadsworth also has an alley named for him On Mar. 16, select choral students from area in Newnan, a fact he enjoys mentioning schools will work with the international when mingling with New York’s elite. musicians in an intensive masterclass at the During the Great Depression, Wadsworth Nixon Centre. The private instruction is worked for his father, a downtown Newnan sponsored by the Rotary Club. grocer. Whenever a customer ordered a The grand finale of the week is the biennial chicken, it was Wadsworth’s responsibility Wadsworth Piano Competition. Thanks to to go into the back alley and slaughter one. the generosity of local sponsors and the Despite his humble beginnings, Wadsworth Blackwell Trust, admission is free. Trustee was a child piano prodigy. His genius was Robert Hancock is pleased to announce Used recognized by a childhood friend’s father that the high-profile contest will award who became his advocate and patron, over $30,000 in prizes to eight competitors Book explains retired member of the Newnan who are carefully selected from renowned Downtown Cultural Arts Committee John Thrasher. conservatories such as Julliard and the Royal Store The friend was none other than the late Conservatory of London. After facing off Hogansville (706) prominent Newnan citizen William Banks to Mar. 19-20 at the Wadsworth Auditorium, whom this year’s concert is dedicated. three finalists are chosen. The remaining I-85 637-9555 Wadsworth has lived most of his life in New pianists then compete at 2pm on Mar. 22, Exit 28 York, but Newnan remains close to his heart. each accompanied by the competition’s After his 1989 retirement from the Lincoln artistic directors, the renowned string quartet Center, several Newnanites wanted him Aeolus. See wadsworthpianocompetition.org to return and perform but hesitated to ask, for more info. thinking “he’s probably too big-time now,” Says Wadsworth Week co-chair Phyllis reveals Shirley Church, chair of the Newnan Graham of the festival, “It’s a jewel of Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM Auditorium Restoration Committee. the city of Newnan and if one has never “There had to be someone crazy enough to attended, make the effort!” plow their way through!” Church says with www.BlueTrainBooks.com a laugh, so she approached him. page 24 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020

About the Movies by onathan icman

Feb. 7 ~ Birds of Prey this upcoming superhero adventure, but gave Griffin a constant cold, which makes as his chief protagonists in this “Peter Originally bearing the ungainly subtitle I’m looking forward to it. Vin Diesel is complete sense. If Whannell wants to pay Pan” inspired tale. Anyone familiar of “And the Fantabulous Emancipation of in top physical form here playing Ray proper homage to the book that inspired so with “Beasts” will recognize the fantasy One Harley Quinn,” “Birds of Prey” is the Garrison, a soldier who dies in battle many movies, he’ll give us an invisible cat elements on display here. “Wendy” has a spin-off from 2016’s critically maligned only be reborn through the technological to bring added creepiness. group of children lost on an island where box office hit “Suicide Squad.” If there was magic of nanotechnology. This actioner they don’t seem to age. As time passes, one thing that most everyone liked from marks the directing debut of special effects Wendy Wendy is forced to confront the loss of “Squad,” it was Margot Robbie’s turn as expert Dave Wilson, who first worked with Director Benh Zeitlin returns with innocence as growing up inevitably faces the Joker’s protégé Dr. Harleen Frances another of this month’s debut directors, Jeff his follow-up to 2012’s “Beasts of the her youthful family. Quinzel. After meeting the Joker at Arkham Fowler (“Sonic the Hedgehog”). The cast Southern Wild.” The Oscar-nominated Asylum, Quinzel became romantically is promising, with Guy Pearce playing a writer/filmmaker once again casts children involved with him and adopted the name scientist and Toby Kebbell (of Apple TV+’s Harley Quinn (a play on “Harlequin”). “Servant”) in a significant role. Trailers for this film tease a darkly comic and violent film that revisits the same noir- The Call of the Wild like visuals on display in “Suicide Squad.” Based on the classic 1903 novel by Let’s hope the story has a bit more weight Jack London, this handsome looking to match the gritty look, and that viewers adaptation stars Harrison Ford. The story have as much fun as Robbie is playing the follows the adventures of a dog named bombastic anti-hero. Buck, who’s stolen from his home in California and shipped to Alaska, where Feb. 14 ~ Sonic the Hedgehog he becomes a sled dog. In this version, After the trailer dropped last year, fan motion capture performer Terry Notary outcry prompted producers to delay its (who was memorable for his unnerving release to retool CGI effects. The 1990s appearance in 2017’s “The Square”) creates Sega video game featuring a speedy blue a CGI Buck for the otherwise live-action hedgehog has long been in development. film. Dan Stevens (“Downton Abbey” and This live-action film stars Jim Carrey as the “Legion”), Bradley Whitford, and Karen menacing Dr. Ivo Robotnik, who’s bent on Gillan (“Jumanji: The Next Level”) round capturing Sonic. James Marden (“X-Men”) out the cast. plays a police officer who reluctantly befriends Sonic (voiced by Ben Schwartz). Feb. 28 ~ The Invisible Man This loose adaptation of H.G. Wells’ Blumhouse’s Fantasy Island 1897 novel is yet another medium to low- Like everything that super-producer budget horror film from Blumhouse. What Jason Blum makes through his prolific is true is that the source material was a Blumhouse Productions, this is a horror horror story at its core, as a mysterious man entry. While trailers promote it as from the named Griffin terrorizes a small community producers of “Get Out,” I suspect that this in England. Griffin is frantically searching movie will be more like the company’s for a way to control the invisibility that 2018’s release “Truth or Dare” than he inflicted upon himself. This new take like Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning film. by director Leigh Whannell (“Upgrade” Directed by Jeff Wadlow (“Truth or Dare,” and the “Saw” franchise) appears to “Kick-Ass 2”), “Fantasy Island” is an understand the source material’s most update of the popular television series that profound element: being invisible will drive ended in 1984. one mad. I also wonder how this version will address the mundane problems with Feb. 21 ~ Bloodshot invisibility, namely walking around naked, It would be so easy to be snarky about especially when the temperatures dip. Wells February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 25

In P roductionBy Jonathan Hickman Theater P roductions on Georgia is well-represented at thrills and drama slated for Phase 4 of the New Horizon Theatre LaGrange Society for Performing this year’s Academy Awards MCU in 2020. Look for things to kick off 411 West 8th St., West Point; nhct.org Arts On Feb. 9, the 92nd Academy Awards 706-643-7529; [email protected] 214 Bull St., LaGrange with the long-delayed “The New Mutants” The Hollow, by Agatha Christie, Feb. 27-29 www.lsparts.org; 706-882-9909 ceremony will take place. While the film An unhappy game of romantic follow-the- Company: A Musical Comedy, by with the most nominations, “Joker,” wasn’t in April. leader explodes into murder one weekend at The Stephen Sondheim, Feb. 20-23 & 27-29 shot in Georgia, a few films produced in our Hollow, home of Sir Henry and Lucy Angkatell. On the night of his 35th birthday, Robert state are vying for awards. CW’s Black Lightning continues Dr. Cristow, the Harley Street lothario, is at the finds wish making a little more difficult. The “Ford v. Ferrari,” the old-fashioned production in Atlanta center of the trouble when, assembled in one only bachelor amongst his married friends, he place, we find his dull but devoted wife, Gerda, wonders if he should be happy and single or telling of Ford’s quest to beat Ferrari The tale of Jefferson Pierce, aka Black his mistress and prominent sculptor, Henrietta wish for his own romantic partner. Through a in the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, is Lightning (played by Cress Williams), and his former lover and Hollywood film star, musical series of dinner parties, conversations nominated for four awards, including is well into its third season on the CW Veronica. Also visiting are Edward and Midge, and even a wedding, Robert’s diverse and best picture. The film’s other nominations Television Network. With new episodes whose romantic assertions are likewise thrown hilarious friends help him understand the premiering this month, the story of the into the mix. As the list of romantic associations pros and cons of marriage and he is forced to are for editing, sound mixing, and sound grows so does the list of potential suspects when questions his own persistent bachelorhood. editing. Surprisingly, neither Matt Damon reluctant return to crime-fighting for a high one of the guests is shot dead. Nearly everyone Directed by Valerie Longshore-Sargent. nor Christian Bale found themselves up school principal, who’s secretly a retired has a motive, but only one of them did the deed. for acting awards. Both were at the top superhero, has been given a season 4 order. Newnan Theatre Company of their games playing legendary driver/ Last month, casting notices were Academy Theatre 24 1st Ave., Newnan labeled online for “season 3.” Casting Hapeville Performing Arts Center 770-683-6282; www.newnantheatre.org car designer Carroll Shelby and talented 599 N. Central Ave., Hapeville The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate’s driver Ken Miles, respectively. And director sought a “hipster guy & girl” and people www.academytheatre.org; 404-474-8332 Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society James Mangold, who shares in the best to play street pedestrians. Also, cars were Coda, Feb. 7-9 & 14-16 Production of “Macbeth,” Feb. 6-9 & 13-16 picture nomination as one of three qualified called for (not red or white ones). When Jesse and Julia meet at the retirement The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate producers, was left out of the directing One wonders whether this production home, it’s love at first sight. Sadly, their families Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society ladies will carry over to the next season. Folks will do everything to tear them apart. The two mount yet another assault on the classics with a race. While portions of the film were shot lovers fight for their independence against their startlingly original production of Macbeth staged in California, production was based in who work now may have a chance for children and against time. to get them to the Welwyn Garden City Finals. Savannah, Georgia. an extended stay. While nothing is ever The Roommate, by Jen Silverman, Mar. Under the carefully mascara’d eye of adjudicator Clint Eastwood is a director and guaranteed in this fickle industry, working 19-22 & 26-29 George Peach, all events conspire hilariously an actor with a relationship to our state. a show that’s already been given the green Sharon, in her mid-fifties, divorced recently against them. Nevertheless, the Farndale Ladies and needs a roommate to share her Iowa press on as best they can. His last film was the “The Mule,” shot light for another season could spell some home. Robyn, also in her mid-fifties, needs a in various parts of the state, including job security. And it’s rare for a comic book place to hide and a chance to start over. But Serenbe Playhouse Augusta. Eastwood starred in that film as adaptation to focus on an African American as Sharon begins to uncover Robyn’s secrets, 9110 Selborne Ln., Chattahoochee Hills well. But with last year’s “Richard Jewell,” hero who struggles to use his abilities to they encourage her own deep-seated desire to 770-463-1110; www.serenbeplayhouse.com help the community while also keeping his transform her life completely. A dark comedy Spring Awakening, Mar. 18-Apr. 12 he tackled a story that is very close to about what it takes to re-route your life—and The winner of eight Tony Awards including home. Eastwood turned to the metro Atlanta family safe. what happens when the wheels come off. Best Musical, Spring Awakening is based on area as a location to capture the narrative as Presented in conjunction with Impact Theatre the play by Frank Wedekind, and follows the authentically as possible. Aretha Franklin biopic lensed in Atlanta. unforgettable journey of a group of students in th In “Jewell,” Eastwood tells the story of Duluth in January late 19 century Germany as they move from With an impressive teaser trailer The Legacy Theatre adolescence into adulthood. The landmark Georgia resident Richard Jewell (d. 2007), 1175 Senoia Rd., Tyrone musical, written by Duncan Sheik and Steven who was defamed when he was erroneously already racking up views on the web, the thelegacytheatre.org; 404-895-1473 Sater, is an electrifying fusion of morality, identified as the 1996 Olympic bomber. The music biopic about legendary Queen of Mamma Mia!, through Mar. 1 sexuality and rock and roll that has been movie is a workmanlike film with a distinct Soul shot scenes last month in Georgia. ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of exhilarating audiences across the nation since it televisual appeal. But the production is Casting notices sought actors, models, a young woman’s search for her birth father. first premiered in 2007. Exploring the beautiful and talent to serve as photo doubles, This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek and often painful woes of growing up, Spring elevated by strong central performances, island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a Awakening in the beautiful and eerie woods namely by Paul Walter Hauser as Jewell. extras, and stand-ins. The film stars Oscar- daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her of Serenbe will be raw and gut-wrenchingly The Academy saw fit to give it one winner Jennifer Hudson (“Dreamgirls”) father brings three men from her mother’s past poignant. Don’t miss out on this contemporary nomination for Kathy Bates’ empathetic as Franklin. It’s directed by Liesl Tommy back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. masterpiece in the perfect outdoor setting. turn as Jewell’s mother and fellow victim (HBO’s “Mrs. Fletcher” and Netflix’ “Dolly The storytelling magic of ABBA’s timeless Spring Awakening is presented through special songs propels this enchanting tale of love, arrangement with Music Theatre International of the media, Bobi. Despite its humble Parton’s Heartstrings”), who makes her laughter and friendship, and an unforgettable (MTI). All authorized performance materials are production approach, “Richard Jewell” has feature directing debut. See “Respect” in night at the theatre. also supplied by MTI, New York, NY. undeniable impact, especially on those of theaters this August. LaGrange Society for Performing us who watched the tragic events in horror LaGrange College Dept. of Arts Netflix’s Red Notice sought Theatre Arts 214 Bull St., LaGrange when they took place. Price Theater (Panther Way, formerly Forrest www.lsparts.org; 706-882-9909 Now that the Marvel Cinematic featured roles last month Ave.) Company: A Musical Comedy, Feb. 20-23 Universe has closed what’s been called “Red Notice” is reportedly an action 706-880-8080 | [email protected] & 27-29 “Phase 3” with the Georgia-shot “Avengers: thriller about the pursuit of the world’s Urinetown, Feb. 19-23 On the night of his 35th birthday, Robert finds Endgame,” Oscar nominations may most wanted art thief. It stars Dwayne This Tony Award-winning musical wish making a little more difficult. The only Johnson, Gal Gadot, and Ryan Reynolds. imagines a future where water is so scarce that bachelor amongst his married friends, he slow for such films in coming years. But people have to pay to use public amenities. wonders if he should be happy and single or the massively popular final chapter in And in January, notices requested males Funny and touchingly honest, Urinetown wish for his own romantic partner. Through a the Avengers saga did manage one key ages 20-40, tall and tough-looking, to play satirizes capitalism and social irresponsibility musical series of dinner parties, conversations nomination for visual effects. Those that prisoners. The film is directed by Rawson and introduces us to a hero who’s had enough and even a wedding, Robert’s diverse and rallied for the film to receive a best picture Marshall Thurber, who last worked with and plans a revolution to lead all the citizens to hilarious friends help him understand the Johnson on “Skyscraper.” “Red Notice” is freedom. “Terrible title, terrific show!” Show pros and cons of marriage and he is forced to nomination or for Robert Downey, Jr., to times: Sat. 7:30pm & Sun. 2:30pm. questions his own persistent bachelorhood. get a nomination for best actor may have set for a 2021 release. Directed by Valerie Longshore-Sargent. been unsuccessful, but there’s plenty of page 26 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020

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MeBy John Harriset Our Neighbor Dr. Ken Gordon, Krewe of What made you want to do this? And you wanted to add LaGrange to that, another parade, and possibly in 50 years Mask Founder, LaGrange Honestly, because I missed the holiday. to bring its own flavor? have it be an official holiday! By John W. Harris I thought it was something that the people Yes! I really thought it would be and families LaGrange would enjoy, and it something great for a growing community. That sounds great! Finally, what’s the The phrase Mardi Gras likely brings would be a positive thing. one thing you would want others to know a bevy of images to mind: Beads flying, What’s the long-term plan? about this parade and why they should hurricanes (the mixed drink, not the storm) Tell me where you’re from and how you Well, we first wanted to conquer the come and enjoy the festivities? and, well…other things not for the faint of ended up in LaGrange. fear of beads being thrown and desensitize That a Mardi Gras parade is very heart. (For the record, though, neither are I’m from New Orleans, and came people to that. We’ve given out beads different from every parade they’ve ever the drinks.) here as a direct result following Hurricane at different events so the stigmas and experienced, and that it’s much more Katrina in 2005. My wife’s family had misperceptions would go away. So far, it participatory. I mean, there’s a whole settled here and, after all was said and done, seems to be doing well. That’s really the ‘nother level of involvement for all ages, we thought it better to live 800 feet above most fun, and kids love it. Kids really have and it’s great fun. It’s truly a place for sea level rather than below. a sense of earning at the end of the parade families to celebrate the coming season. when they realize how much they have How does living here compare to a life in done to collect all the beads. Also, we’re so I think that’s as good a reason as any. New Orleans? glad to have overcome the misconceptions Thank you, Dr. Gordon, and best of luck!! It’s been a great experience. We of what a Mardi Gras parade looks like. absolutely love the community and love Ultimately, I look forward to it getting Dr. Gordon and his wife, Cheryl, have how it’s a place where the city truly invests bigger and better. We’re working to three children: Michelle, who’s leading the its resources into things that benefit the increase the artistry and pageantry of the team building the float; Laura, a Morehouse citizens as they should. event. medical student; and Kevin, a criminal justice major at Kennesaw State University. Tell me about the origins of the parade. How so? The Krewe of Mask Mardi Gras Parade is Fat Tuesday, as it’s translated into Years back, I became involved with Maybe we might see more than one Feb. 15 at 7pm in downtown LaGrange. For English, draws its roots from centuries making a Christmas parade float and found organization splitting off or forming to more information, visit ago. Traditionally, in the days leading up out that people couldn’t throw beads [from bring more parades, parties and festivities www.kreweofmask.com. to Lent, people would binge on all the the float]. At first, I thought that someone to LaGrange. Right now, there are two, and rich, fatty foods remaining from the winter just misunderstood the rules, but when I there were none ten years ago. Maybe even season, in anticipation of several weeks saw the written rules, I couldn’t believe it! of eating only fish and different types of I called the Mayor’s office; I called the fasting. But even before that, dating back to police chief. How could this be? I came to pagan and roman times, the day was a late understand that this was actually a cultural winter festival to mark and celebrate the habit, rather than a legal or safety issue. coming spring. Times have changed, but the This discovery, along with a great local festival remains. government that’s willing to listen, was If you’re like me, the term “Mardi key to getting the parade started. By that Gras” draws images of New Orleans, of point, I had met with many others who parades and floats. But what you might not were interested in bringing the traditional, know, as I certainly didn’t, is that there are family-friendly Mardi Gras to LaGrange. festivals all around the world, each with their own style. Believe it or not, one such Family-friendly and Mardi Gras aren’t festival exists in LaGrange, and has for the two phrases I’d normally put together. Tell last several years. me more about that. Dr. Ken Gordon, an internal medicine For about three decades, there’s been physician, is a product of the Crescent City a wide misperception that Mardi Gras is and LaGrange resident. He grew up in and all about bad behavior, but actually, it’s around the Mardi Gras festival tradition. very family-friendly. Year after year, from Having permanently relocated to LaGrange childhood to adulthood, I’d go to family following Hurricane Katrina, he found friendly neighborhood parades and just that he grew to truly miss the festivals and stand there, raise my hands, shout and parades. With that in mind, Dr. Gordon catch doubloons, beads, cups and trinkets. embarked on bringing the festivities to his There’s some of that bad behavior which new community. I spoke with him recently seems to get all the popular imagination, to discuss the LaGrange Mardi Gras parade. but that’s primarily limited to the French Quarter. Dr. Gordon, thank you for making time Over 99% of Mardi Gras celebrations, for me today! Can you tell me a little bit even in New Orleans, are not this way. about the upcoming festivities and your The celebration of Mardi Gras draws from role within? the place it’s celebrated. It picks up local Sure! I’m one of two captains of flavors. Venice’s Carnival is different from the Krewe of Mask Mardi Gras Parade England’s “Pancake Tuesday,” which is Organization, along with John Cashen. different from Germany’s Fasching, which We’ve been running the parade annually is different from Mobile’s Mardi Gras. since 2017. I’m waiting to see what unique flavors LaGrange will develop in this celebration. page 28 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020

What’s Happening

Feb. 1-29…Black History Month Through Feb. 20…LaGrange: Sweetland Feb. 2…Groundhog Day on Ice Feb. 2…Super Bowl LIV Feb. 20…National Love Your Pet Day Feb. 5…National Girls & Women in Feb. 21…Maha Shivatri Sports Day Feb. 21…Pine Mountain: Taste of Pine Feb. 5…College Park: Atlanta Dream Mountain, downtown, 6-9pm girls’ basketball clinic, 6:15pm, Wyatt Rec Feb. 22…Newnan: Oscar Party Gala Complex fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs, Nixon Feb. 6…East Point: Free movie screening Centre w/ Sen. Nikema Williams, 6:30pm, East Feb. 25…Mardi Gras Point Fire Station #3 Feb. 25…Ash Wednesday Feb. 6…LaGrange: Author talk w/ Brian Feb. 26…Maundy Thursday Panowich, 7pm, Callaway Auditorium at Feb. 29…LaGrange: HYPE Young LaGrange College Professionals’ Polar Plunge, Highland Feb. 7…National Wear Red for Heart Marina Health Day Mar. 7…Warm Springs: Lines & Wines: Feb. 10…Tu B’Shevat Hometown Novel Nights, 2-5pm, Warm Feb. 12…Lincoln’s Birthday Springs Cellars Feb. 14…Valentine’s Day Mar. 8…Daylight Saving Time begins Feb. 15…LaGrange: Krewe of Mask Mar. 10…Purim Mardi Gras Parade, downtown, 7pm Mar. 14-22…Newnan: Wadsworth Week Feb. 17…President’s Day; Washington’s Music Festival, Wadsworth Auditorium & Birthday other locations Feb. 17…National Random Acts of Kindness Day February 2020 Visit us at 85southonline.com page 29 page 30 Visit us at 85southonline.com February 2020

Out and About in AtlanByt LaKeishaa Fleming Atlanta’s Hidden Gems: Celebrating Black History Month

Celebrated during the month of February, Black History Month is a time of learning, growth and reflection on the amazing and varied contributions African-Americans have made. Atlanta is rich in venues steeped in historical wisdom, from the King Center to the National Center for Civil & Human Rights and many more. These are just a few of many informative places to visit not only in February, but throughout the year.

If you decide, however, that you’re looking for a few hidden gems to celebrate Black History Month, Atlanta won’t disappoint in that area, either. From pulling the covers off of an ugly past to applauding trends for the future, you can find unique ways to honor the contributions of African Americans.

HBCUs: Past, Present and Future Speaker Panel will excite sports enthusiasts. Chick-Fil-A’s College Football Hall of Fame will host the panel on Feb. 21. The free event will highlight African American play- ers, coaches and administrators who profoundly impacted the game of college football. Moderated by ESPN Announcer and College Football What’s Happening! Atlanta: Feb. 2020 Analyst Jay Walker, the panel will delve into the history of college foot- ball programs at historically black colleges and universities, as well as Through Feb. 1: Four Fearless sented by Fifth Third Bank Broad- 7pm. infiniteenergycenter.com. discuss the current environment with an eye geared to the future. Panel- Movements by Shostakovich at way in Atlanta at Fox Theatre. www. Feb. 17: Il Volo: The Best of 10 ists include CIAA Commissioner Jacquie McWilliams, SWAC Commis- Atlanta Symphony Hall. atlanta- foxtheatre.org. Years at Cobb Energy Performing sioner Charles McClelland, and others. Visit cfbhall.com to learn more. symphony.org. Feb. 13: Andrea Bocelli at Infinite Arts Centre, 8pm. www.cobbenergy- Through Feb. 1: The Fly-Fishing Energy Arena, 7:30pm. infiniteener- centre.com. Flair and unique culture will be the focus of Macy’s celebration of Show at Infinite Energy Forum, gycenter.com. Feb. 18: Gordon Lightfoot: 80 Years Black History Month. The Lenox Square store plans a discussion of 9am. infiniteenergycenter.com. Feb. 13: Dru Hill & the Hamiltones: Strong Tour at Cobb Energy Per- trends in African American women’s hair care, examining styles from Through Feb. 2: Salome: The Valentine’s Weekend Celebration forming Arts Centre, 8pm. cobbener- the past to current looks. The event takes place Feb. 22. Find out more Atlanta Opera at Cobb Energy Hosted by MC Lightfoot at Fox The- gycentre.com. at macys.com. Performing Arts Centre. cobbener- atre’s Egyptian Ballroom, 7:30pm. Feb. 19: Blippi Live! at Cobb En- The dark history of medical experimentation forced upon African gycentre.com. foxtheatre.org. ergy Performing Arts Centre, 6pm. Americans is coming to light in a telling program entitled Medical Op- Feb. 1: Winter Jam Tour Spectacu- Feb. 13-16: Swan Princess: Atlanta cobbenergycentre.com. pression. The Cultural Center of the New Covenant Congregation of lar 2020 at State Farm Arena, 7pm. Ballet 2 at Cobb Energy Performing Feb. 19: All Elite Wrestling presents Israel will host the event, held at Emory University’s Candler School statefarmarena.com. Arts Centre. cobbenergycentre.com. Dynamite at State Farm Arena, of Theology. Along with an enlightening discussion with speaker Yosef Feb. 6-8: Robert Spano Conducts Feb. 14: Tony Bennett: The “I Left 7:30pm. statefarmarena.com. Ben Yisrael, the program will feature a short documentary film. The en- Vaughan Williams at Atlanta My Heart” Tour w/ Antonia Bennett Feb. 20: Gregory Porter & Ledisi gaging event, held Feb. 23, will include a question and answer session Symphony Hall, Thu & Sat 8pm. at Atlanta Symphony Hall, 7:30pm. Presented by WCLK at Cobb Energy and light refreshments will be served. Eventbrite.com has additional atlantasymphony.org. atlantasymphony.org. Performing Arts Centre, 7:30pm. information. Feb. 7: The Fab Four: Ultimate Feb. 14: Stokley & Ken Ford cobbenergycentre.com. In Marietta, a performance dialogue surrounding the life of the legend- Beatles Tribute at Atlanta Sympho- Valentine’s Day Celebration at Fox Feb. 20-22: Northern Lights Part ary Dr. Maya Angelou will offer a stirring tribute in the form of song, ny Hall, 8pm. atlantasymphony.org. Theatre’s Egyptian Ballroom, 8pm. 1: The Sibelius Violin Concerto at dance and poetry on Feb. 29. Dance performance company Rhapsody’s Feb. 7-9: North Atlanta Home foxtheatre.org. Atlanta Symphony Hall, Thu & Sat Revue, as well as students and staff from Marietta High School and Show at Infinite Energy Forum. Feb. 14-15: Cirque Diabolo at 8pm. atlantasymphony.org. even Cobb County community members will participate in the event. infiniteenergycenter.com. Infinite Energy Theater. infiniteener- Feb. 20-23: Alvin Ailey American Proceeds will benefit programs to help prevent domestic violence and Feb. 7-11: Eagles: Hotel California gycenter.com. Dance Theater at Fox Theatre. fox- sexual assault. Visit Marietta-city.org to find out more. 2020 Tour at State Farm Arena. Feb. 15: SWV’s Valentine’s Week- theatre.org. statefarmarena.com. end Celebration, feat. Q Parker of Feb. 21-22: Set It Off: Live on Stage — LaKeisha Fleming Feb. 7-15: Heart/Beat: Gospel, 112, Algebra Blessett & Lil G of Silk at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Brubeck & Rhythms of the City at Fox Theatre’s Egyptian Ballroom, Centre, Fri 8pm, Sat 3pm & 8pm. Photo credits: Avarnell/Pixabay (downtown Atlanta skyline at dusk, left); Aaron Mervin/Pixabay (Black History Month graphic, below). at Cobb Energy Performing Arts 7:30pm. foxtheatre.org. cobbenergycentre.com. Centre. cobbenergycentre.com. Feb. 15: Festival of Laughs at State Feb. 22-23: Atlanta Faze CDL Feb. 8: Kenny “Babyface” Farm Arena, 8pm. www.state- Homestand at Gateway Center Arena, Edmonds & Keith Sweat’s 14th An- farmarena.com. Sat & Sun 2pm. foxtheatre.org. nual Valentine’s Weekend Celebra- Feb. 16: 109th Annual Morehouse Feb. 26: The Beach Boys: 12 Sides tion for “Lovers and Friends” at College Glee Club Concert feat. of Summer at Cobb Energy Perform- Fox Theatre, 8pm. foxtheatre.org. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra at ing Arts Centre, 7:30pm. cobbener- Feb. 10: Atlanta Jewish Film Morehouse College, Ray Charles gycentre.com. Festival: Opening Night at Cobb Performing Arts Center, 4pm (Free). Feb. 27: Dancing With The Stars: Energy Performing Arts Centre, atlantasymphony.org. 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