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SUMMARY:Black Dot Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:For vendor/sponsorship inquiries contact 470-500-6596 \n\n\n\n\nARTIST SIGNUP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeekly Lineup:\n\n\n\n\n1st Thursday: \n\n\n\n2nd Thursday: Black Mic Open Mic hosted by Beef & Jollof\n\n\n\n3rd Thursday: Black Mic Open Mic hosted by Beef & Jollof\n\n\n\n4th Thursday:\n\n\n\n5th Thursday (When Available): 5th Dimensional Thursday hosted by Nafis “Maqisapa” Sabir\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the most vibrant and uplifting open mic night experience you will find in Metro Atlanta! This weekly event\, held in the City of Lithonia\, is specifically designed to showcase the exceptional talents of Black singers\, dancers\, rappers\, poets\, instrumentalists\, and storytellers from Stonecrest\, Stone Mountain\, Decatur\, Conyers\, Stockbridge\, and all over Georgia \n\n\n\nIf you’re looking for a place to connect with like-minded individuals\, be inspired by phenomenal performances\, and experience the power of Black artists\, this is the event for you. Come out and join us for a night of electrifying energy\, breathtaking talent\, and unforgettable memories. this is the event for you. Come out and join us for a night of electrifying energy\, breathtaking talent\, and unforgettable memories.Open Mics at Black Dot are always Good Vibes. It is a Safe Space for Artists to Express Themselves freely\, and to create and collaborate. Welcome to the most vibrant and uplifting open mic night experience you can find in Metro Atlanta! This weekly event\, held in the City of Lithonia\, is specifically designed to showcase the exceptional talents of Black singers\, dancers\, rappers\, poets\, instrumentalists\, and storytellers from Stonecrest\, Stone Mountain\, Decatur\, Conyers\, Stockbridge\, and all over Georgia If you’re looking for a place to connect with like-minded individuals\, be inspired by phenomenal performances\, and experience the power of Black artist\, this is the event for you. Come out and join us for a night of electrifying energy\, breathtaking talent\, and unforgettable memories. this is the event for you. Come out and join us for a night of electrifying energy\, breathtaking talent\, and unforgettable memories.
URL:https://visitakoma.com/event/black-dot-open-mic-night-2/
LOCATION:Black Dot Cultural Center & Book Store\, 6984 Main St\,\, Lithonia\, GA\, 30058\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Open Mic,Spoken Word
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SUMMARY:BDCC Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:COFFEEHOUSE CHESS CLUB (CASUAL CHESS SESSIONS) \n\n\n\nOpen Chess Sessions for people who play casually. Weekday meet-up where you can find friendly people who seek to play informal (casual) chess\, also referred to as ‘Coffee House Chess’. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned chess master\, you’re welcome to join in the fun.
URL:https://visitakoma.com/event/bdcc-chess-club/
LOCATION:Black Dot Cultural Center & Book Store\, 6984 Main St\,\, Lithonia\, GA\, 30058\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chess,Community,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Melodic Moments
DESCRIPTION:Join us each Saturday morning for our live Melodic Moments featuring Atlanta’s local musicians. Each week we will feature a different artist while you listen and have a great cup of coffee or organic tea.
URL:https://visitakoma.com/event/melodic-moments/
LOCATION:Black Dot Cultural Center & Book Store\, 6984 Main St\,\, Lithonia\, GA\, 30058\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Step Up for Change Voter Registration Drive 10/5/2024
DESCRIPTION:Join Steppers for Democracy @ The Mall at Stonecrest\n\n\n\nIn front of Macy’s we’ll be Steppin Up for Change with a live DJ encouraging the community to register to vote\, answer questions\, and provide critical voter education. Even if you are registered\, bring someone that isn’t or just show your support. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity
URL:https://visitakoma.com/event/step-up-for-change-voter-registration-drive-10-5-2024/
CATEGORIES:Leadership Academy
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SUMMARY:Mobilizing Block by Block GOTV Empowerment Event
DESCRIPTION:Community
URL:https://visitakoma.com/event/mobilizing-block-by-block-gotv-empowerment-event/
LOCATION:Black Dot Cultural Center & Book Store\, 6984 Main St\,\, Lithonia\, GA\, 30058\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Academy
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SUMMARY:GET OUT THE VOTE COMMUNITY EVENT
DESCRIPTION:City of Stone Mountain Community Event\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity
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SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesday - Black Healing Circle
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LOCATION:Black Dot Cultural Center & Book Store\, 6984 Main St\,\, Lithonia\, GA\, 30058\, United States
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SUMMARY:Let’s Talk Community Chats
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Talk Community Chats are community gatherings where we bring new parents together with doulas\, lactation consultants\, and other caregivers in order to offer families education and support\, free of charge\, around safe sleep and breastfeeding Drop by to chat plus recieve complimentary supplies like diapers and sleep sacks! These chats will be held monthly from April to August on the third Saturday of every month from 2:00-4:00 pm.
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SUMMARY:Black Men Will Vote
DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP Below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBlack Men Will Vote is an impactful community event hosted by the Black Dot Leadership Academy\, focused on empowering Black men through voter education and artistic expression. Taking place on October 25th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Ours Studios in Decatur\, GA\, this event offers a platform for young independent artists to showcase their talents alongside engaging discussions about the importance of civic participation. With live performances and a panel hosted by Kazemde Ajamu\, aka the “Urban Politician\,” the event will bring together voices from across the community to inspire action and meaningful dialogue. Sponsored by The Black Man Lab and Black & Brown United\, this event encourages Black men to use their voices at the polls and beyond. Don’t miss this chance to connect\, learn\, and uplift. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity
URL:https://visitakoma.com/event/black-men-will-vote/
LOCATION:Ours Studios\, 5311 Dividend Drve\, Decatur\, GA\, 30035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership Academy
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SUMMARY:Soul Cleansing Sound Bath
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the soothing vibrations of a crystal bowl sound healing session. Let harmonious sounds wash over your body and melt the stress away. \n\n\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing and bring a small pillow for your comfort.
URL:https://visitakoma.com/event/soul-cleansing-sound-bath/
LOCATION:Black Dot Cultural Center & Book Store\, 6984 Main St\,\, Lithonia\, GA\, 30058\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cigar Talk: Black Men and Their Role in Our Democracy
DESCRIPTION:RSVP Now\n\n\n\n\n“Cigar Talk: Black Men and Their Role in Our Democracy\,” is to create discussions around the contributions\, challenges\, and responsibilities of Black men in shaping and participating in democratic processes. Our goal is to engage attendees in meaningful conversations about leadership\, civic engagement\, and the impact of Black men in political\, social\, and community spaces. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity
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