Reposted from @fultoncomm5 Join us for the 2023 Black History Film Festival @blkhistfilmfest Opening Reception: Friday, February 24, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Central Library One Margaret Mitchell Square (downtown Atlanta) Doors open at 5:00 pm. RSVP: http://2023bhff.eventbrite.com FREE PARKING & SHUTTLE BUS: Fulton County Yellow Parking Lot 593 Central Avenue FREE FOOD & BEVERAGES SERVED The Opening Reception will feature a screening of ‘Bo Legs: Marvin Arrington, Sr., An Atlanta Story’. The film highlights how Mr. Arrington helped to transform the city of his birth from a segregated, provincial town into the international metropolis that it is today. The remaining films will be screened from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 25th at the following libraries: Adams Park – Big Mama, Codeswitching Adamsville – Driving While Black, King Richard Alpharetta – Fences, Codeswitching Cleveland - Big Mama, Codeswitching College Park - Big Mama, Codeswitching East Roswell - Big Mama, Codeswitching Fairburn - Big Mama, Codeswitching Hapeville – Big Mama, Fences Kirkwood – Driving While Black, Codeswitching Mechanicsville - Big Mama, Codeswitching Northwest – Is that Black Enough For You?, Big Mama Ponce – Driving While Black, Big Mama Wolf Creek – King Richard, Codeswitching The event can be shared on social media via the hashtag #2023BHFF. For more Fulton County news, sign up for the weekly e-newsletter #OneFulton at https://goo.gl/Nb1L84. You can also visit Fulton County’s website at www.fultoncountyga.gov or connect with Fulton County government on Twitter at @FultonInfo or Facebook at @fultoninfo. ###
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Reposted from @fultoncomm5 Join us for the 2023 Black History Film Festival @blkhistfilmfest

Opening Reception:
Friday, February 24, 2023
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Central Library
One Margaret Mitchell Square
(downtown Atlanta)

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Step into the spotlight and experience the culture, history, and heritage of ATL at its finest. Don’t miss the red-carpet excitement from TONIGHT’s “OLD ATLANTA” Video Premiere & Bolegs ATL Film Screening at The Tara Atlanta. A powerful celebration of the music, legends, and neighborhoods that shaped the soul of the city.

Catch appearances from some of Atlanta’s most iconic voices, beats, and storytellers coming together to honor the essence of Old Atlanta. This is more than entertainment — it’s a journey through sound, community, and legacy.

From the legendary Councilmember Marvin Arrington Jr. to key players like DJ Taz, Backbone Dungeon Family, and Raheem The Dream, this one-of-a-kind event brings generations of ATL together for a night the city won’t forget.

Event Details:
Event: OLD ATLANTA Video Premiere & Bolegs ATL Film Screening
Type: Red-Carpet Premiere and Film Screening
Location: The Tara Atlanta
Special Appearances By:
– Marvin Arrington Jr.
– Swats Nation
– Backbone Dungeon Family
– DJ Taz
– P Stacks ATL
– MC Shyd
– Will Street Jones
– Raheem The Dream
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