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James: Alright folks, we’re in the perfect time of year where the weather’s cool and there’s never any rain nope never definitely not WAIT, WHY ARE WEEKENDS GETTING RAINED OUT IN OCTOBER?

Weather, I thought we had a deal: we, the people, endure 2 months of mind-melting humidity in exchange for glorious dry, cool weather come October. NOT COOL, WEATHER.

Alright, that’s a LOT of caps for a typical Anthem, so I’m gonna take a lap around my neighborhood to cool down and enjoy the distinct lack of clouds while I still can (no offense to our cloud correspondent Kavin).

Ok, time to get into this week’s Anthem 👇

🎡 Wyld Bird has a new dessert called the Masa Frita: flash-fried funnel cake with guava crème anglaise, vanilla ice cream, mint syrup, and sea salt.

🍟 The Albert's October special is Loaded Fries, $8 for a small or $14 for a large.

🍢 Poor Hendrix just dropped a Pork Bulgogi entrée with sticky rice, funky pickles, and umami aioli. Had this on Monday… excellent - James

🐙 If you thought you saw a giant chrome, gold octopus on a wall in EAV, no you were not hallucinating. This incredible piece of art is real and glorious. Shoutout to Jeks, Outer Space Project, and Argosy.

🥐 Tous les Jours has new Spiral Croissants in two fall flavors. Pumpkin is filled with pumpkin cloud cream and topped with pumpkin pie spice and toasted pumpkin seeds. Vanilla Pecan is filled with vanilla cloud cream and topped with crunchy pecans.

🌮 Muchacho is opening a new location in Decatur at the old Revival location, which will feature live entertainment.

🍷 Kelly’s Market, also in Decatur, will soon be under new ownership, with new owners slated to take over operations tomorrow.

🍕 When I left Sagra the other night, I thought, “This place would be great on a Friday afternoon to unwind while I pretend to work.” Great minds think alike - Sagra is now open at 1pm Friday - Sunday. -James

🔼 Cool popup alert: Chef Luis Martinez will explore the connections between Oaxacan and Filipino cuisines at Kamayan on Monday.

🥖 Free hushpuppies, discounted wine and beer, and a shrimp and pork sausage bahn mi: BeetleCat's fall happy hour runs Monday-Thursday, 4-6pm.

🍪 La Macaron Guy's Cinna Crunch Cream Pie is a Cinnamon Toast Crunch oatmeal cookie with marshmallow buttercream. Find them at the Ormewood Makers Fest on 10/10.

🦃 Pre-order a smoked Thanksgiving Turkey from Sweet Auburn BBQ - you won’t be disappointed. I did this a few times before I worked up the courage to cook my own. They do an excellent job. - James

🌯 Poco Loco is rolling out The Big Boi for $11 this week, stuffed with chorizo from Evergreen(!), Tucker Farms arugula in a green chile cream, roasted sweet potatoes, 5N Farm eggs, and cheddar.

🦞 Sometimes I wonder if we feature certain restaurants too often but when Mushi Ni is cranking out dishes like this, what am I supposed to do? Both the lobster bisque and the squash croquettes made my mouth water. - James

🥦 Speaking of mouth-watering: check out this new special from Jolene Jolene that screams fall weather: Meatloaf with broccolini, glazed carrots, and roasted potatoes in a sauce that looks like you’ll wanna drink it straight from the bowl. (Also, our #1 rec for where to watch the Dream in the WNBA Playoffs this weekend.)

🥖 A group of Little Tart managers ate their way through Paris, came home, and are opening Midi in Candler Park. Sandwiches, wine, and soft serve are the plan, and they're hiring FOH now.

🎷 10/8 - Jazz on the Green - Check out Emory University jazz combos in a relaxed green setting on the Patterson Green. | FREE | More Info | NOTE: They’re hosting it next week as well.

🍂 10/8 - Tudor Village Hangout - Live acoustic music, local shopping, and specials on the sidewalk at the Tudor Village from 6-9pm. | FREE | More Info

🦪 10/8 - Shells & Sugarcane - Burle's Bar is pouring Rhum Clément cocktails from 6-10pm, with free oysters while they last when you buy a cocktail. Phantom Pizza is on pies, Micky Tat2 is doing free flash tattoos, and DJ Obeah is spinning. | More Info

🎤 10/9 - Harbor Harvest Show - Harbor Coffee kicks off its monthly After Hours series with local singer-songwriter Riley Schatz and friends from 7-9pm. | FREE | More Info

🎸 10/10 - Oakhurst Porchfest - Live music on porches and lawns all around Oakhurst from noon to 7pm, put on by the Decatur Arts Alliance and hundreds of neighbors. Want a souvenir? The 2026 collector's print by Methane Studios is $30 at the Decatur Visitors Center, and only 250 are being sold. | FREE | More Info One of my favorite neighborhood events. -Connor

🧵 10/10 - Stove Works Supply - Local art, handmade goods, and curated vintage from 20+ vendors, set up at The Krog District just off the Beltline from 12-6pm. | More Info

🎨 10/10 - Ormewood Park Makers Festival - A neighborhood street festival with an artist market, live music, food trucks, workshops, and a KidsZone, from 11am to 6pm. | More Info

🏳‍🌈 10/10 - 10/11 - Atlanta Pride Festival - Atlanta Pride Festival is the largest LGBTQ+ event in the South, hosting over 350,000 people (!!!) throughout the weekend. Enjoy dance parties, concerts, parades, and drag shows, all centered around Piedmont Park. | More Info | Entertainment Lineup

🍂 10/10-10/11 - Fall Festival on Ponce - Two days of local art, food, and fall scenery at Olmsted Linear Park. Kid and dog friendly. | FREE | More Info

🥛 10/11 - A Day at Dairies - Vintage and handmade vendors, a live DJ, and a pumpkin patch at Atlanta Dairies from 12-6pm. | More Info

☕ 10/11 - Moms Run Off Coffee - Coffee Was Black is hosting a meetup for moms from 2-4pm, and the first 25 guests who RSVP get a free beverage. It kicks off The Motherhood I Imagined series. | More Info & RSVP

🫖 10/11 - Pottery on the Patio - New ceramic studio East Atlanta Clay officially opens their doors next week, starting with Pottery on the Patio in partnership with ParkGrounds (who apparently have a busy week!). | More Info

🎃 10/11 - Reclaimed Vintage & Artisan Market - 20+ vendors selling vintage, art, home goods, vinyl, and cameras at The Supermarket from 12-5pm, with a live DJ and live painter. Costumes encouraged. | FREE | More Info & RSVP

🎱 10/14 - ParkGrounds Bingo - Caroline and Sophie are calling numbers at ParkGrounds at 7pm. Buy a drink to get extra cards, and play for prizes, drinks, and PG cash. | FREE | More Info

Neighborhood: Kirkwood

About: Franklin & Quincy (aka "The Boys") are goldendoodle brothers and full of life! They love to wrestle, visit Skiptown, snuggle, and chase squirrels in the backyard.

Fun Fact: They're huge fans of El Tesoro - they say the quesadillas are top notch.

Thank you to Lacy for sharing Franklin & Quincy with us.

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🚃 Remember those cool, cutting-edge MARTA trains that were supposed to roll out before the World Cup? After another missed deadline, there’s still no indication of when they’ll carry passengers.

📼 It took me (Connor) a minute, but I finally got part 1 of my local merch review series posted, highlighting a new drop from Videodrome.

⛳️ ATLGolfs just dropped their 2026-27 Atlanta Golf Pass and it has some pretty insane benefits if you play (or want to gift it to a golfer in your life). I’ve met the guy behind this project and he’s good people. -Connor

🌲 Could pine trees power airplanes? They will if Delta Air Lines has anything to say about it. Cool new partnership between Delta and Georgia timber farmers.

🎃 Need a pumpkin for Halloween? Wylde Center has you covered.

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