5 things to do: Washed Out DJ Set

 

“A Fire That No Water Could Put Out”: Civil Rights Photography

High Museum of Art - 1280 Peachtree St N.E. Atlanta, GA 30309 Free-$14.50. 10 a.m.

Taking its title from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final speech before his assassination in 1968, this exhibition reflects on the 50th anniversary of that tumultuous year in American history.The more than 40 prints featured are drawn in large part from the High’s collection of photography documenting the civil rights movement,which is among the most significant in the world. Iconic historical images are presented alongside works bycontemporary photographers that illuminate the legacy of the movement.

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Game Night at the Woodruff Park Game Cart

Woodruff Park - 91 Peachtree St. N.W. Atlanta, GA 30303 Free. 5 p.m.

Join Woodruff park for Game Night at the Woodruff Park Game Cart on the first Thursday of each month. The park will be open late until 8 p.m. and feature group games such as: Bingo Night, Trivia, Retro Game Night, Game Circuit Tournaments, etc. We will have prizes for winners and a master of ceremonies from the Village Theater will host the event and entertain the crowd. More information.

Washed Out DJ Set at Little Trouble presented by Brooklyn Brewery & Campari

Little Trouble - 1170 Howell Mill Road N.E. Atlanta, GA 30318 Fee-$5. 6 p.m.

Up close & personal performing a intimate home town DJ Set. Come get down with Mister Mellow himself @realwashedout.

Music starts at 8 p.m. with Caleb @losvicsandwich + Delicious Yakitori bites by Eat Me Speak Me + Finest Brews by Brooklyn Brewery + Cocktail Vibes by Campari. 

This will be a night to remember. Special thanks to Campari and Brooklyn Brewery. Come get Washed Out with us at Little Trouble.

Atlanta Improv Festival

Village Theatre - 349 Decatur St. S.E. Atlanta, GA 30312 $10-$125. 7:30 p.m.

The Atlanta Improv Festival is a three-day comedy festival showcasing the best national and local comedy groups in the industry. Held at Village Theatre from April 5-7 2018, this year’s headliners include the Defiant Thomas Brothers, St. Clair & Morris and 3Peat with opening act Search Engine. Andel & Arch along with Dave Hill & Friends will also perform.

The festival includes seven comedy workshops and the return of the Atlanta Improv Festival Battle which will crown the title of Atlanta’s Best Improv Team.

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The First Annual CSA Fair and Farmer Mixer

Monday Night Garage - 933 Lee St. S.W. Atlanta, GA 30310 Free. 5 p.m.

The First Annual CSA Fair is an opportunity for Atlantans to meet their local farmers, and learn about a new way to get their groceries. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture and includes weekly boxes full of fresh, delicious vegetables.

Many farmers offer half-price CSA shares for SNAP/EBT recipients thanks to Wholesome Wave’s “Georgia Fresh for Less” program.