🅰️ Bagel Battle & August Flavors

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Welcome back to another edition of the East Atlanta Anthem. Against all odds, we made it into month number 2! We’re super appreciative for all of your support and feedback.

In personal news, Connor is transitioning from being an East Atlanta Renter to an East Atlanta Homeowner this weekend. We’re hoping for cool temps & no rain. What could possibly go wrong?

Speaking of cool temps, the 60 degree morning this week had James wondering what the record low was for August in ATL - turns out it’s 55 degrees, set on August 29, 1992.

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Eats

🥯 We’re leading off with some surprising news. NYC-based Popup Bagels is coming to Atlanta and they’ll be right on the Beltline, mere footsteps away from…..… Emerald City Bagels. Credit to @LunchWithLind for being the first source we saw with the news.

🍕 Argosy announced a new pizza for the heat of summer, with fried eggplant, summer squash, vodka sauce, heirloom tomatoes and fresh basil.

🍩 Another month, another new menu from Revolution Doughnuts. If you haven’t already noticed, we’re suckers for a seasonal flavor or menu. If we’re missing the latest from your favorite East Atlanta spots, let us know!

🥪 Ever tried sweet tea jelly? Now’s your chance. Check out Dank’s Deli who are popping up Breaker Breaker every Monday in August: the menu includes anything from brisket cheesesteaks to Coca-Cola truffle burgers & fried chicken with sweet tea jelly.

📖 Bon Appétit Magazine published a “How to Eat Atlanta” article in their Sept 2025 issue and some of our favorite East Atlanta spots got well deserved shoutouts! Grab a copy and head to these spots to congratulate them on their inclusions: Pure Quill Superette, Tio Lucho’s, Gigi’s Italian Kitchen, Madeira Park, So So Fed, Little Bear, Bomb Biscuit, & Delbar.

Events

8/8 - Candler Park Golf Course Grand Re-Opening - The Candler Park Golf Course will be celebrating their reopening from 9am-2pm on Friday. According to their Instagram post, “there will be family-friendly games, refreshments, and tee times available starting at 9:30am.” | Free | More Info

8/9 - Community Market @ El Tesoro - CommunityMarketATL is setting up shop from 12p-5p on Saturday at one of East Atlanta’s favorite Mexican Restaurants… El Tesoro. Grab a bite to eat, a marg, and some locally made jewelry, ceramics, art, and/or apparel. | FREE | More Info

8/9 & 8/10 - Family Days at the Zoo - On Saturday and Sunday, all residents of the City of Atlanta and Fulton County get free admission for up to two adults and up to four children at the Zoo. Be sure to bring a drivers license, voter ID, or utility bill as proof of residence. | FREE | More Info

8/10 - Reynoldstown Farmers Market + Free Blood Pressure Clinic - The Reynoldstown Farmers Market will be up and running from 9am-Noon as they always do on Sundays, but this week Whiteford Health Center will be providing a free blood pressure clinic. | FREE | More Info

8/12 - Jazz Tuesdays at Burle’s - Friendly reminder that Burle’s on the Beltline has Jazz nights on Tuesdays. Grab a glass of wine or a cocktail and enjoy live Jazz from 7-10pm. | FREE | More Info

⛈️ The third annual Atlanta Against Cancer event at Ponce City Market has been rescheduled from Aug. 9 to Sept. 13 due to the weather forecast.

Updates

🌲 Little Five Points is getting a whole new look. According to Axios, the area known as Findley Plaza will have new trees planted around the edges to create more space, while adding more bike racks and benches. The project should be mostly completed by mid-October in time for L5P’s annual Halloween Parade, while aiming to totally finish up by mid-November.

🦕 Fernbank Museum announced a three-phase renovation project expected to last until 2027. The AJC claims this is the biggest renovation in the Museum’s history. Projects include new exhibits and accessibility improvements.

🚆 The final draft recommendations from the Beltline Transit Study will be shared publicly at an upcoming virtual meeting on Aug. 12, including station locations in the Southeast quadrants of the Beltline. To join the Zoom, visit this webpage.

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