-
1 week ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
A new record store from Moods Music owner Darryl Harris is set to open in Downtown Atlanta on Easter weekend. Crates ATL hosted a soft opening on April 11, introducing Harris' new venture to Historic Hotel Row on Mitchell Street. Community members gathered for music, snacks and drinks, and a chance to get a first look at Crates' inventory of new and vintage records, speakers, turntables, plants, and more.
-
2 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
Apr. 10 - The "Hands Off" march and rally against the actions of the Trump administration on Saturday was a big deal in Atlanta, with an estimated 30,000 taking part. The LGBTQ+ community was out in force, carrying signs and banners. Check out video and photos here.
-
2 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
The flowers are blooming and the pollen is everywhere, which means LGBTQ+ Atlanta's spring sports season is already underway! Whether you're interested in supporting these incredible teams or joining in on the fun, there's something for every sports fan this season. Spectating The Atlanta Braves will bring their fan-favorite Pride Night back this season on June 3.
-
2 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
Following the death of culinary powerhouse Dennis Retzleff, Annie Duncan and Adam Shoemaker are preserving his legacy as the new owners of Dennis Dean Catering. The takeover by Duncan and Shoemaker, the company's general manager and director of sales, respectively, had been in the works for several months prior to Retzleff's death due to his worsening illness.
-
2 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
The redevelopment of Amsterdam Walk by Portman Holdings is heading to Atlanta City Council later this month, but before the council votes on April 21, community members are continuing to organize against the proposal in the hopes of thwarting a project they believe to be "massive" and "wildly unpopular." Members of the community organization "A Better Amsterdam Walk" are not opposed to developing the area, as Charlie Kaften, a resident of the neighborhood since 2007, explained: "Our message...
-
3 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
To mark this week's observation of Trans Day of Visibility, a new facility has opened for formerly incarcerated transgender women in Atlanta. The Ts Madison Starter House is a new Sisterhood Alliance for Freedom and Equality (SAFE) reentry home for trans women returning to the community following incarceration. The home is named after and led by the trans reality TV personality and actress in partnership with philanthropist Dominique Morgan.
-
3 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
For years, April 4 has been Atlanta's unofficial holiday, 404 Day. Named after the city's first (and most iconic) area code, the day has long been an occasion to celebrate the culture, community, and influence of Atlanta. This year promises to be bigger and better than ever. At festivals, parties, and cultural events all weekend, Atlantans will gather to celebrate the city. We've got a roundup of some of the 404 Days happening across the city.
-
3 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
April 2 - The Georgia General Assembly's passage of anti-trans sports legislation on Transgender Day of Visibility was an extra slap in the face to a community that is already reeling under the onslaught of executive orders from the White House. 🙄 As with all the bills and executive orders aimed at trans people, it's legislation in search of a problem.
-
3 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
On March 31, transgender leaders and community members gathered at Atlanta City Hall for "Deeper Than Visibility," a summit in celebration of Trans Day of Visibility. The event was hosted by SnapCo and the Mayor's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion ( MOEDI). Along with enjoying community, brunch, and music from trans harpist Ahya Simone, attendees listened to prominent trans leaders discuss the fight for trans rights.
-
3 weeks ago | 
roughdraftatlanta.com | Katie Burkholder
From as early as fifth grade, Lovett senior Daniel Kauffman and Westminster senior William Wright knew they wanted to start a business together. Before even graduating high school, the two have made their vision a reality with a brand that gives back, Impact Threads. Kauffman and Wright began imagining the business the summer before their junior year, inspired by an experience Kauffman had in his early school days.
