Atlanta LGBT Culture Explorers

Originally opened in 1929, the Fox has a fascinating, evolving history as a Shrine Temple, which became a grand movie theater, and then later became the city's premier performing arts venue. The Fox nearly ceased to function more than once!

We're booked for a private Architecture & History Tour exclusively for LGBTQ Culture Explorers. The tour takes us through the theater's Ancient Egyptian and Middle Eastern influences, its origins with the Shriner Organization and its relationship with movie mogul William Fox.

The Plan:

• 10:00 - (OPTIONAL) - Meet for coffee before the tour: Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee (address: 715 Peachtree St NE - this is one block from the Fox)
• 10:45 - Gather at the entrance of the Fox. Look for Dane.
• 11:00 - Architecture & History Tour begins (tour lasts ~60 mins)
• 12:30 - Lunch at El Viñedo Local, which is one block away.
• 1:30-ish - Event ends. We can grab a coffee nearby or depart.

Cost:

• Tour - $15.00 per person (you will reimburse me via app or cash)
• Lunch and coffee are on your own

Addresses:

• Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee, 715 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta 30308
• Fox Theater - 660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta 30375
• El Viñedo Local - 730 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta 30308

This should be a great event for everyone.

Please keep your RSVP updated and note if you will join only for the tour or only for lunch. (The pre-tour coffee is 100% optional).

See you there!

Our December event is a return to the Fernbank Museum for their monthly 'Fernbank After Dark' adults-only evening soiree. This December event also includes their holiday themed 'AGLOW: Holiday Spirits & Science'.

From the Museum:
"Fernbank After Dark presents a variety of unique after-hours experiences for grown-ups, including museum exhibits, live music, full bars, tapas menus, science demonstrations, and more.

AGLOW: Journey into the zen-like, magical worlds of nature in Fernbank’s outdoor, nighttime experience, WildWoods: AGLOW. Bring your holiday cheer for a night of festive fun featuring after-hour access to Fernbank’s exhibits, the captivating lights of WildWoods: AGLOW, holiday-themed activities, music and more!"

The Plan:

1. Each of us will buy their own tickets in advance on the Fernbank website (or at the door, if available).
2. Tickets are $39.95. Museum members get a $5.00 discount.
3. I'll arrive early to grab a couple tables and some tapas for us.
4. Once we have a critical mass, we can explore the Museum and grounds together. Bring a jacket.

If you plan to attend, I recommend grabbing a ticket sooner vs. later. The December event may be very popular.

Our prior visit to Fernbank after Dark was a lovely evening, and the holiday theme will make it extra special.

See you there!