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December 30, 2009 from 8pm to 11pm
Wed, Dec 30 Kem, Kindred, Will Downing, Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street, Midtown Atlanta: Showtime: 8:00PM Ticket Prices: $47.00 - $102.00 www.ticketmaster.com www.foxtheatre.org
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February 12, 2010 at 9pm to February 13, 2010 at 12pm
Fri, Feb 12, 2010 Foreign Exchange opening for Bilal (grammy nominated), Center Stage, 1374 West Peachtree St, Midtown Atlanta 9pm Ticket Info: $32.50 KNOW More: www.centerstage-atlanta.com http://www.myspace.com/theforeignexchange
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About Me
Create the means to follow your dreams! Cultural Creative Consultant and founder of KeithKNOWS.net, a cultural website which highlights Atlanta’s Social Scene… What's Buzz worthy, New in the ATL, Networking Opportunities, Commerce, Cuisine, Performing Arts, Literary & Visual Arts, Film, Music and much more.(www.KeithKNOWS.net ).

Volunteer Coordinator for the National Black Arts Festival(been with NBAF for over 15 years).

Atlanta Ambassador for Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre(since 2005)

A 2007 Alumni of the United Way V.I. P. (Volunteer Involvement Program) which develops and places ethnically diverse and underrepresented populations into leadership roles in nonprofit agencies, in order to create a more open and caring community.
Rates and reviews restaurants, businesses, organizations for City Search, Kudzu, and networking sites such as Tagged, Linkedin, LinkingAtlanta, Zenzuu, & YELP. Keeping you in the know on a weekly basis with a newsletter titled:, “KNOWLETTER” and a member of numerous social networks.

“KNOW What to do, Downtown, Midtown, Uptown, Around Town.
KNOW Where to be, Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall “Ask Keith, KeithKNOWS”
Interests
Arts, Cooking, Culture, Dining, Entertainment, Movies, Nutrition, Reading, Spoken Word, Socializing, Traveling, Volunteering, Writing
Giving back...Making a difference in my community.
What's On Your iPod or in your CD player?
So many amazing artists, where do I begin.
"Cafe Roma" (Italian Soulful Lounge variety import)
"Metamorphosis" MAYSA
"Noir" Danilo Venturi
'Moon Bossa" Khari Simmons & Julie Dexter
What are your favorite Books?
The Color Purple, Alice Walker
The Souls of Black Folks, W.E.B. DuBois
What Looks LIke Crazy On an Ordinary Day, Pearl Cleage
BLACK PEARLS: DAILY MEDITATIONS,Affirmations & Inspirations For African Americans,Eric V. Copage
The Black Man's Guide to Good Health, J. Reed
Black Family Dinner Quilt Book, Dorothy Height
In The Meantime: Finding Yourself and The Love You Want, Iyanla Vanzant
The Wake of the Wind, J. California Cooper
Race Matters, (Dr.) Cornel West
Is Bill Cosby Right?Or Has the Black Middle Class Lost Its Mind? (Dr.) Michael Eric Dyson
Who are your favorite Artists?
Artists with real "SOUL".. Maysa, Jill Scott, Danilo Venturi, Aretha Franklin, Cassandra Wilson, Julie Dexter, Janelle Monae, Ola Olanuble, OMAR, Marie Tweeks, Heston, Days Ahead, Fertile Ground, India Arie, Phillippia,
Picasso, Vivaldi, Bennie Andrews, Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, Kimmie Cantrell, Cullen Washington, Arthur Parks, Aaron Douglas, Jean Michel Basquiat, Louis Delsarte
What Inspires You?
Good health, living and loving life to the fullest, enriching and enhancing my life by always learning something new. Exploring all endless possibilities. Giving back to my community. A daily stroll to Centennial Park, a weekend rendezvous to Hartsfield Airport, a live concert in Woodruff Park. Being a part of NBAF, and having the privilege of meeting artists from around the globe.
Website Address
http://www.KeithKNOWS.net

30 Things KeithKNOWS Adore About Atlanta
1. Grub & Groove @ the “Harlem Bar”, Downtown www.harlembaratlanta.com

2. Live, Work, Play, Shop, Dine, Socialize must be Atlantic Station, Midtown www.atlanticstation.com

3. Travel around the Globe without leaving Atlanta, “National Black Arts Festival”, every year, in July www.nbaf.org

4. Desserts @ the “Chocolate Pink Pastry Café”, a great place for a date , Midtown www.chocolatepinkcafe.com

5. Environmentally friendly, healthy products for your mind, body, skin www.iiwiifresh.com

6. The food lover’s food event in October, “Taste of Atlanta”, Atlantic Station
www.TasteofAtlanta.com

7. Sip on a latte, lounge on a comfy chair, surf the web @ SIP “the experience”
Coffee lounge, Buckhead www.siptheexperience.com

8. Eating Healthy food the affordable way @ “Trader Joe’s”, Midtown
www.Traderjoes.com

9. Best bang for your buck, Create your own stir fry @ “The Real Chow Baby” West Midtown www.therealchowbaby.com

10. Enjoying Sweet Potato pancakes @the “Highland Bakery”, Midtown www.highlandbakery.com

11. Angel food cake dipped in Chocolate fondue@ the “Chocolate Bar”, Downtown Decatur or the Castleberry Hill location www.thechocolatebardecatur.com

12. Shopping for that one of kind gift @ Ten Thousand Villages in Virginia Highlands www.tenthousandvillages.com

13. Buying all occasion greetings cards creatively designed from “Acappella Greetings”, www.myspace.com/acappellagreetings

14. Swaying to the sounds of Crunk Jazz virtuoso Russell Gunn @ “Churchill Grounds” Midtown www.churchillgrounds.com

15. Painting that special gift, designed by me @ “Wired & Fired” Pottery Playhouse, Virginia Highland www.wiredfired.com

16. Taking a cooking class @ “Viking Culinary Arts Center”, Buckhead www.vikingstore.net

17. Getting pampered from head to toe @ “Spa Sydell”, Buckhead www.spasydell.com

18. Taking a 85 seconds elevator ride to the “Sun Dial” Restaurant, dining and enjoying that spectacular city view, Westin Peachtree Hotel, Downtown Atlanta www.sundialrestaurant.com

19. 6 Famous Attractions/One Amazing Price/Avoid most ticket lines…using my “City Pass”, www.citypass.com

20. Free Admission to the “High Museum” for Fulton County Residents(first Saturday of each month, by 4pm) www.high.org

21. Free Jazz Festival every Memorial Day Weekend in Piedmont Park, “Atlanta Jazz Festival”, www.atlantafestivals.com

22. “Dynamic Dish”, a healthy organic deli, good food, cool atmosphere, Downtown Atlanta http://www.yelp.com/biz/dynamic-dish-atlanta

23. Kheesekakes by Kelli, heavenly made from scratch, a multitude of flavors, my favorite “Banana Pudding”, www.Kheesekakesbykelli.com

24. Snuggling up on a cozy couch, next to the fireplace sipping on a vanilla chai tea @ “West Egg” West Midtown www.westeggcafe.com

25. Discovering the Hottest Art Scene in the city and touring Lofts@ “Castleberry Hill”, Downtown www.castleberryhill.org

26. Listening to Global Grooves, Soulful Beats, @“Moods Music” L5P www.moodsmusic.net

27. An Afro-centric read, reasonably priced @ “Afro books”, West End Mall 404.755.0095

28. Picking up a copy of “Uptown Magazine” to see what’s happening in the world of entertainment, arts, culture @ Barnes & Noble, Edgewood Plaza location www.uptownlife.net

29. Catching a concert, play, performance @ the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Midtown www.foxtheatre.org

30. Dining on “dairy-free” desserts @ “Café Sunflower”, Buckhead www.cafesunflower.com

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GOING GREEN! 12 Simple Ways to Shrink Your Footprint!


Going GREEN! 12 Simple Ways to shrink your footprint.



1 Give your car a break. The carbon emissions from each gallon… Continue

Posted on October 14, 2009 at 3:30pm —

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8th Annual Taste of Atlanta



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KeithKNOWS is a Promotional Partner with Taste of Atlanta(4th Year) Receive promo discount see details below:

Food Lover's Food Event! Taste of Atlanta new location, Sat, October 10 & Sun, Oct, 11! @ Technology Square in Midtown(Georgia Tech Midtow… Continue

Posted on September 4, 2009 at 12:32pm —

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KNOW Ten Things You Must Go, Do, SEE!





KeithKNOWS Ten Things You Must DO, GO, SEE!

Sun,… Continue

Posted on August 21, 2009 at 12:30pm —

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Going Gluten FREE



Going Gluten-FREE

*Celiacs, gluten intolerant folks have a sensitive digestive tract, can’t tolerate the protein found in Wheat, Rye, Barley.( items such as, pizza, pasta, bread, beer, soy sauce, cakes, cookies and crackers – pretty much all the goodies – are off limits)

List… Continue

Posted on August 20, 2009 at 4:30pm —

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Get a playlist! Standalone player
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Posted on April 28, 2009 at 5:06pm —

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10 Outdoor Hot Spots for Dining



10 Outdoor Hot Spots for Dining

Al Fresco Dining! Sip on a tall glass of icy cold freshly made lemonade, chill with a fruit soup, try peach or strawberry, my favorite! Enjoy the nice weather while you can. Great places to dine..a cozy romantic patio, a quaint courtyard, open air seating… Continue

Posted on March 30, 2009 at 4:44pm —

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Atlanta Outdoor Artists Markets



Atlanta Foundation For Public Spaces
AFFPS was founded with a goal to bring communities together. For many years, outdoor public marketplaces have been the cornerstone of great communities.

Checkout Local artisans without gallery hopping, head to an in-town market. Sometimes “market… Continue

Posted on March 25, 2009 at 10:49am — 1 Comment

KeithKNOWS

Socializing, Schmoozing, Networking


Meet & Greet, Network, Schmooze (Weekly, Monthly, Events, Professional, Business)
(See the Websites listed for particular dates, registration, membership, etc.)

Alma Intercultural: http://www.AlmaSoul.com This ultra-hip night attracts urban fashionis… Continue

Posted on January 28, 2009 at 11:25am —

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Been There, Seen it, Done That in 2008

KeithKNOWS Been there, Seen it, Done that in 2008
KNOW The Year in Review



(Who says there nothing to do in the ATL, checkout what I did in 2008…Gotta buy new shoes, my soles are worn out! LOL ) Lookout 2009, I’m ready!

Jan
*Inspired, Educated, and Enlightened @ the Trumpet Award… Continue

Posted on January 7, 2009 at 2:43pm —

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Financial Calender: Get Your $$$$ in Order


Financial Calendar Get Your Money In Order
Making One Financial Adjustment a Month Can Help You Get Your Money in Order
With a new year upon us, it might be time to make a commitment to revisit some aspect of your finances each month. Here are some sugg… Continue

Posted on December 29, 2008 at 10:16am —

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Living Well


Where to FIND: Earth Friendly, Organic, Environmentally Conscious, Going Green, Re-Purpose Items…for your LIFE!

Dynamic Dish, 427 Edgewood Avenue, Downtown Atlanta 404-688-4344 (no website at this time) Organic delicatessen, offering local, organic, healthy foods. The food i… Continue

Posted on December 11, 2008 at 11:30am —

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Gifts to Give & Get GUIDE


Gift Giving,When the generic gift card won’t do “Ask Keith, KeithKNOWS” list of where to find & buy; affordable, quality handcrafted items, unique specialty shops, contemporary/ upscale/ one of kind gifts, artifacts, jewelry, original artwork, all occasion greeting cards, and much more… Continue

Posted on November 26, 2008 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment

KeithKNOWS

A Few of my Favorite Things


Favorite addictions: Kashi/TLC Cereal Bars, Blackberry Graham, Sharkies Energy Chews(Tropical Splash), Pamela’s Ginger Cookies, Ginger Chew candies ( I could eat these healthy treats everyday, actually I do, except for the Ginger cookies).. Kheesekakes by Kelli(my fav. Banana Pud… Continue

Posted on November 26, 2008 at 12:49pm —

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Lounges, lattes, laptops, WIFI, Relax, Unwind, Coffee, tea, cider, hot chocolate, pastries, dessert…


Lounges, lattes, laptops, WIFI, Relax, Unwind, Coffee, tea, cider, hot chocolate, pastries, desserts, sandwiches, soups and much more…. Chill…all year long!
KeithKNOWS Where to GO.. Places to “CHILL”


Café Intermezzo Brookwood,1845 Peachtree Road, Atlanta (404) 355-0411
Café Interm… Continue

Posted on November 26, 2008 at 12:30pm —

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At 7:28pm on December 22, 2009, H said…
Yahzarah Toughin' it, was fantastic! She didn't need any additional help to showcase that marvelously tuned instrument. Thank u.
At 3:45pm on December 4, 2009, H said…
Excellent. Music is meant to be shared. Enjoy!
At 12:28am on November 28, 2009, Ozara Ode' said…
OK- SO I stayed on your page all afternoon listening to your player!:) I'm glad you enjoyed my songs beloved! Peace
At 11:10am on November 27, 2009, Ozara Ode' said…
I have not left your page yet...enjoying your player!!! Great mixture!!!
At 10:34am on November 27, 2009, Ozara Ode' said…
Thank you Keith! Please leave a comment about my music site at www.ozaraode.com. I have hopes of performing at next years NBAF.
At 3:43pm on November 23, 2009, H said…
It is smoldering, but thats your call to post it or not.
At 8:13pm on November 18, 2009, Naima Major Berry said…
thanks! glad to be home. went to the emerald city to see the wizard -- the rest you know:-) love the music on your page. beautiful
At 3:08pm on November 12, 2009, H said…


Much joy and peace on this day of birth!!
At 4:45pm on November 9, 2009, H said…
Yes, those are some heartfelt pieces. And yes, share them as you share all your other findings. Music is meant to be shared and appreciated. Take care.
At 12:55pm on November 6, 2009, LECCHI MARINO said…
ciao grazie
aggiungimi tu come amico per favore
io ho top 100 che mi blocca
grazie
tuo amico marino
 
 
 

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