Upcoming release of Monument Valley 3, arriving exclusively on Netflix Games on December 10th, 2024. Monument Valley 3 is game directed by Filipina-American Atlanta native Jennifer Estaris at the award-winning studio and B-corp, ustwo games. This beloved series is continuing to break new ground in art, gameplay, and storytelling. Monument Valley is a beautiful and meditative puzzle game with both critical and mass appeal. Monument Valley 1 & 2 are beloved by over 150+ million players worldwide, and are a cultural phenomenon, featured in museums (MoMA, V&A), winning awards (BAFTA,…
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Esteemed youth mentorship program, TreeHouse, is proud to announce its expansion into Georgia, with plans to launch 100 high school support groups in Atlanta by August 2029. TreeHouse has identified Atlanta as a city facing a youth crisis, with approximately 40% of young people feeling disconnected due to challenges such as poverty and a lack of mentorship and youth support programs. With a proven track record of success in over 50 locations across the United States, TreeHouse is on a mission to end hopelessness among teens. The organization’s expansion into the…
On Sunday, September 1, 2022, a beautiful thing happened at Wheat Street Baptist Church in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. Many parishioners witnessed the Reverend Dr. William J. Smith as he stood in the sacred Wheat Street pulpit and declared to the congregation that serving as the church’s new senior pastor was his pleasure. Reverend Smith is the eleventh senior pastor to lead Wheat Street in the church’s 155-year history. There were many accolades, beautiful music, and a congregation whose prayers were finally answered as the long search for a senior pastor…
Insightful exploration into six of Nigeria’s visionary independent record labels and their impact on the Afrobeats music scene This list spotlights the independent record labels that are focused on championing Afrobeats/hip-hop talent for the better. By Esther Oluoma Afrobeats, a cultural phenomenon deeply rooted in the Nigerian music scene, has woven its enchanting rhythm and soulful poetry into the country’s musical tapestry, creating a unique and dynamic soundscape that reverberates around the world. In Nigeria, Afrobeats has evolved into something beyond its traditional role of entertainment and musical expression. It…
The Atlanta Queer Arts Alliance (AQuAA) is set to host its inaugural Season Preview on September 4 at the Out Front Theatre, promising an evening filled with creativity, inclusivity, and powerful performances from the city’s vibrant LGBTQ+ arts community. The event will begin at 7:30 pm and is open to all—LGBTQ+ individuals, allies, and art lovers alike. Founded in late 2018, AQuAA was established to advocate for and elevate Atlanta’s queer arts organizations. The alliance aims to raise awareness of the rich tapestry of talent within the community, uniting influential…
The Kaleidoscope Child Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to education, clean water, and essential resources for vulnerable children, is set to host its annual 5K event on September 15 at J.C. Howell Park. This year’s event carries special significance as it will be featured in a documentary directed by the award-winning filmmaker behind “Happy.” The foundation, which has been serving children in both developing countries and the United States for over 20 years, aims to raise vital funds through the 5K event while also celebrating the transformative…
