​Like the soul singers of the past, her music combines elements of Gospel, R&B, and Jazz, but what keeps her unclassifiable is her personal technique of impelling the hearts of audiences with her voice.  In 2014, she sang her way into the hearts of America on ABC’s Rising Star.  

​On the day that I spoke with Shameia about her music, I recall her personality being as warm as her vocals. Her smile illuminated the room and she was completely humble, yet confident, in her musical abilities.  

After you've stuffed yourself with Thanksgiving dressing, come out to
St. James Live in Atlanta
and enjoy a night with
Chandra Currelley.
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​The Smooth Chocolate Powerhouse Chandra Currelley brings her high powered show to one of her favorite venues...... St. James Live.  

Come along with When We Speak TV, to the Lone Star State for the annual Riverfront Jazz Festival, in Dallas, Texas, presented by Visit Dallas, The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, and many more great sponsors.  

​The Riverfront Jazz Festival founded by Curtis King, President of the Black Academy of Arts and Letters, is a multistage musical festival, that 

​promotes, cultivates, and spotlights renowned musical artists from around the world as well as promising young artists from the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

When We Speak TV would like to appreciate the Black Academy of Arts and Letters for their dedication to preserve the arts and letters of the African, Caribbean, and African American experience. 

​CLASSICAL CONCERTS
November 1 & 3, 2018
 (8 p.m.)
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs Mahler's magnificent 10th Symphony at Atlanta Symphony Hall.Ticket deal $15 to $28

ROME HAUNTED HOUSE
November 1 - 3, 2018
Gates of Misery has two attractions filled with torture, torment, zombies, and cannibals. Open Fridays, Saturdays, Oct. 31, and Nov. 1.

INDIAN POWWOW
November 1 - 4, 2018
Native American Festival and Pow-Wow showcases dancing, drumming, bow making, open-fire cooking, storytelling, and artistry at Stone Mountain Park. No pets.

STONE MOUNTAIN HAUNTED HOUSE
November 1 - 4, 2018
Netherworld thrills and terrifies with stunt actors in intense makeup, movie-quality special effects, and detailed sets in Stone Mountain. Open every evening.Interactive

SLEEPY HOLLOW
November 1 - 4, 2018
Beware of the headless horseman in a new version of The Sleepy Hollow Experience, as roving minstrel storytellers lead you through the haunted grounds of the meadow at Serenbe in Chattahoochee Hills.Ticket deal $10 to $25

NEWNAN HAUNTED HOUSE
November 1 - 11, 2018
13 Stories Haunted House [sound] has a “Haunted Pink Trap House” plus two add-on attractions, and it promises “detail that Hollywood would be proud of” viewed in groups of 6 to 8 people. See schedule.








​ATLANTA ATTRACTIONS
November 1 - Dec. 31, 2018
(multiple locations)
These discount prices include all taxes and fees.

• Aquarium + CNN + Coca-Cola + 2 more CityPass gets you into 5 attractions for $84.
• The King Center (not Nov. 22, Dec. 24/25, Jan. 1) Free admission and free parking
• Planetarium show at Fernbank Science Center Ticket deal 2 for $9

WHISKEY EXPO
November 2, 2018
 (6 to 10 p.m.)
Sample whiskies and spirits with food during Whiskies of the World at InterContinental Buckhead for age 21+.

DAWSONVILLE HAUNTED DRAMA
November 2 - 4, 2018
 (begins Oct. 19)
Hell’s Gates is an outdoor trail that leads you through nine shocking scenes with live actors and special effects such as fires, explosions, and gunfire in Dawsonville for age 12+, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays.Ticket deal $5 to $9

HEMLOCK FESTIVAL
November 2 - 4, 2018
Enjoy music, arts & crafts, camping, and canoeing at the eco-friendly HemlockFest near Dahlonega.

CABBAGETOWN FESTIVAL
November 3, 2018
Chomp & Stomp has a chili cook-off (tasting at 12:30 p.m.), food vendors, old-time music, an artists market, and a 5K run at Cabbagetown Park.

WINE FESTIVAL
November 3, 2018
 (12:30 to 4:30 p.m.)
Taste wine, buy restaurant food, and shop from artists at Decatur Wine Festival.

WINE TASTING
November 3, 2018
 (12 to 4 p.m.)
A ticket to the inaugural Sandy Springs Wine Festival includes samples of 50 varieties of wine and beer, DJ and live music, and food for sale at Heritage Sandy Springs.

WINE TASTING IN ROSWELL
November 3, 2018
 (1 to 5 p.m.)
Taste 100 wines from 30 wineries at Grandiose Grape Wine Festival, with appetizers and live music outdoors at The Mill Kitchen and Bar in Roswell.

TASTE OF KENNESAW
November 3, 2018
Buy restaurant samples, visit a beer garden or kids’ zone, and hear the bands at Taste of Kennesaw. Free.

ACWORTH BEER FESTIVAL
November 3, 2018
 (1 to 5 p.m.)
Acworth Craft Beer Fest features 100 beers, 25 wines, cider, live music, and food for sale in Acworth.

WINE FESTIVAL
November 3, 2018
Taste 150 wines, visit a craft-beer garden, shop food trucks, and hear live music at Suwanee Wine Fest.

CHASTAIN PARK ARTS FESTIVAL
November 3 - 4, 2018​
See fine art and crafts, hear local acoustic musicians, shop at food vendors, and visit the children’s area at Chastain Park Arts Festival at Chastain Park. Repeats in May. Free.

CAT SHOW
November 3 - 4, 2018
Watch hundreds of cats compete, and shop from cat-supply vendors at the Cotton States Cat Showat Infinite Energy Center in Duluth.

SANDY SPRINGS RESTAURANT WEEK
November 3 - 9, 2018
Two dozen restaurants offer lunch and dinner specials during Sandy Springs Restaurant Week. Click a price option, then the search button, then a menu button.

BOOK FESTIVAL
November 3 - 18, 2018
Billed as the South’s premier literary event, Book Festival of the MJCCA includes author book readings, signings, panel discussions, family events, and book sales in Dunwoody.

FINE FOOD IN THE COUNTRY
November 4, 2018
 (1 to 4 p.m.)
Enjoy food from top restaurants, fine wines, premium micro-brews, live jazz, and a silent auction at Afternoon in the Country under tents on the lawn of Foxhall Resort & Sporting Club in Douglasville for age 21+. Video (2.5 minutes).

WEST SIDE STORY
November 6, 2018
 (7:30 p.m.)
West Side Story is a musical about true love, inspired by “Romeo and Juliet” and set in 1950s New York City, with soaring songs like “America” and “Maria” at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.Ticket deal $39 to $49

HARRY POTTER PUB CRAWL
November 9, 2018
 (7 p.m.)
Potter Pub Crawl includes five bars in Virginia Highlands with food and drink specials plus a costume contest starting at Diesel Filling Station for age 21+.

ANTIQUE MACHINERY SHOW
November 9 - 10, 2018
See rare machinery in action and watch sparks fly Friday evening at Cumming Steam, Antique Tractor, and Gas Engine Expo at Cumming Fairgrounds.

NUTCRACKER BALLET
​November 9 - Dec. 24, 2018
Greater Atlanta area
The Nutcracker tells the story of a young girl’s Christmas dream and includes music by Tchaikovsky.

• Nov. 9 to 11 - North Atlanta Dance Theatre, Duluth
• Nov. 23 to 25 - Northeast Atlanta Ballet, Duluth
• Nov. 23 to Dec. 2 - Roswell Dance Theatre, Roswell
• Nov. 29 to Dec. 2 - Georgia Ballet, MariettaTicket deal $5 to $15
• Nov. 30 to Dec. 16 - Gwinnett Ballet Theatre, Duluth
• Dec. 7 to 9 - Atlanta Dance Theatre, Roswell
• Dec. 8 to 24 - Atlanta Ballet, Fox Theatre
• Dec. 14 to 16 - Metropolitan Ballet Theatre, Roswell

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​BURLESQUE SHOW
November 10, 2018
 (6 & 9 p.m.)
The Sweet Spot is a high-energy celebration of the sexy arts that includes spoken word, burlesque dance, body painting, comedy, fashion, and DJ music at 595 North Event Center for age 21+.Ticket deal $12 to $24

SUPER HERO RUN
November 10, 2018
The Super Run 5K/10K provides a cape and welcomes costumes at Historic Fourth Ward Park.Ticket deal $20

ITALIAN DINNER & WINDE CLASS
November 10, 2018
 (7 to 9:30 p.m.)
Begin with wine and appetizers, help the chef prepare an Italian meal, and then eat dinner with wine and dessert at $79 Global Cooking & Wine Pairing Series: Under the Tuscan Sun at Vino Venue in Dunwoody.

VEGETARIAN FESTIVAL
November 10, 2018
Atlanta Veg Fest offers speakers and vegan vendors at Cobb County Civic Center in Marietta. Donation.

INDOOR ART FAIR
November 10 - 11, 2018
Shop for paintings, sculpture, fashion, and gift items from artists at Art Visions [website may be slow] at Paideia School in the building at S. Ponce de Leon Avenue & Oakdale Road NE. Free.

​DESSERT CONVENTION
November 10 - 11, 2018
Visit the vendor hall at The Ultimate Sugar Show, and sign up for classes at additional cost, at Cobb Galleria Centre.Ticket deal $9

CHRISTMAS AT STONE MOUNTAIN
Nov. 10, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019
Stone Mountain Christmas has 2 million lights, holiday shows, a snow-angel palace, a nightly parade with Santa, and snowfall at Stone Mountain Park. Nearby Snow Mountain has tube rides.

BLOCK PARTY
November 11, 2018
 (2 to 6 p.m.)
King of Pops Field Day features live bands, food trucks, games, races, face painting, a popsicle eating contest, and free popsicles outdoors at 552 Decatur Street SE. Free

NATIONAL PARK DAY
November 11, 2018
Entry is free at Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area during Free Entrance Days in the National Parks.

INTERNATIONAL TASTING
November 13, 2018
 (7 to 10 p.m.)
A ticket to Culinary Passport Atlanta [sound] gets you samples from 10 restaurants serving food from around the world, cooking demos, live music, and two drink tickets at The Stave Room.

RUDOLPH PUPPET SHOW
November 13 - Dec. 30, 2018
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a puppet version of the classic TV show at the Center for Puppetry Arts. Closed on Nov. 22 and Dec. 25.Horror-film festivalNovember 14 - 18, 2018
2.4 miles NE
See a juried selection of disturbing and scary independent horror films at the Buried Alive Film Fest at 7 Stages Theatre.

THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION
November 15, 2018
 (7 to 9 p.m.)
All religions join in welcoming you to this year’s Ecumenical Thanksgiving Celebration, which offers “thoughts, prayers, music, and humor to express solidarity through our multiple faiths for the cause of true peace in our world” in Marietta. Free.

CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA 
November 15 - Dec. 23, 2018
Christmas Canteen is a variety show with sketch comedy, theatrical numbers, and singing galore at Aurora Theatre.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS - Callaway Gardens
November 16, 2018 - Jan. 5, 2019
Fantasy in Lights is a giant holiday light and sound show, with eight million lights, 15 scenes, a Christmas village, and Santa Claus at Callaway Gardens. Special events are held on some nights. Reserve breakfast and dinner shows.

HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD
November 16, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019
Winter Wonderland celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah, and other holidays with twinkling lights and trees hung with ornaments and cultural objects at Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR
November 24 - 29, 2018
Cirque Dreams Holidaze has flying reindeer, jumping gingerbread men, rousing music, amazing costumes, and Santa Claus.

• Nov. 24 & 25 - Fox Theatre in Atlanta
• Nov. 28 & 29 - Classic Center in Athens

GOSPEL NATIVITY
November 28 - Dec. 9, 2018
Black Nativity retells the story of the first Christmas with dance, spirituals, gospel music, and a rousing finale at Ferst Center for the Arts.Ticket deal $23

MAGICAL PLAY OUTDOORS
November 28, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019
Gerda must save her brother Kai from the icy clutches of a cold-hearted queen in The Snow Queen, based on a story by Hans Christian Andersen. You see different scenes of the play as you walk the grounds at Serenbe in Chattahoochee Hills.

PARTY AT THE MANSION
November 29, 2018
 (7 p.m.)
Wear holiday cocktail attire to the $100 Callanwolde Holiday Gala for outstanding entertainment, wine, beer, and catered food, in the splendor of rooms decorated by designers at Callanwolde mansion.

MARIETTA TREE LIGHTING 
November 29, 2018
 (6 p.m.)
Kick off the holiday season with a band, choruses, Santa (5:20 p.m.), and a tree-lighting ceremony (6 p.m.) at the Christmas Tree Lighting at Glover Park in Marietta. Free.

SMALL TOWN PARADE
November 29, 2018
Hometown Holidays Parade is a small-town affair with Christmas lights on fire trucks, kids on homemade floats, marching bands, beauty queens, and Santa and Mrs. Claus in Forsyth. Free.

TASTING EVENT
November 17, 2018
 (12 to 4 p.m.)
Uncorked Atlanta Wine Festival includes wine tasting, craft beer, live music, and food for sale at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park. Held in February and November.

TREE LIGHTING- ATLANTIC STATION
November 17, 2018
Enjoy kids’ activities, hear live music, meet Santa, watch a parade, and see the Christmas tree lighting at 8:30 p.m. at the Lighting of Atlantic Station. Free.

COSTUME PARTY
November 17, 2018
 (8 p.m.)
Grant Park Mothball has DJ dance music, appetizers, a cash bar, and a costume contest at 1039 Grant Street SE.

CHILI COOKOFF
November 17, 2018
Sample 30 kinds of chili with live music and a kids’ area at Peach State Chili Cookoff at Town Center Park in Suwanee.Ticket deal $4.50

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
November 17 - 18, 2018
Shop from crafters, artists, vintage vendors, and food trucks at Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular at Georgia Freight Depot. Repeats in June.

AQUARIUM HOLIDAY
November 17 - Dec. 31, 2018
Festival of the SEAson features a light and music show, tree-lighting ceremonies, Santa and SCUBA Claus, and live entertainment at Georgia Aquarium. See schedule.







​HOLIDAY LIGHTS- Botanical Garden
Nov. 17, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights features high-tech light displays, illuminated attractions, model trains, and restaurants at the 30-acre Atlanta Botanical Garden.

TREE LIGHTING - Lenox Square
November 18, 2018
Macy’s Great Tree Lighting Show includes live music at 6:30 p.m., the tree lighting at 7 p.m., and fireworks set to music. The tree stays lit through Jan. 1, 2018.

LIGHT UP DUNWOODY
November 18, 2018
Light Up Dunwoody is a neighborhood Christmas village with vendors, Santa, and a tree-lighting ceremony at 5:45 p.m. at Cheek-Spruill House in Dunwoody. Free.

THANKSGIVING DINNER
November 22, 2018
Greater Atlanta area
See a list of restaurants offering special menus for Thanksgiving Day at Atlanta Parent and OpenTable.

THANKSGIVING RACE
November 22, 2018
The Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon & 5K begin and end near Georgia State Stadium.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS - Marietta
November 22 - Dec. 31, 2018
Lights of Life is open every day with 1.5 miles of holiday lights, displays, kids’ activities, and concessions at Life University.
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CHRISTMAS AT THE MANSION
November 23 - Dec. 9, 2018
Tour a Tudor Revival mansion decorated by designers for Christmas at Callanwolde, with Christmas lights outdoors.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
November 23 - Dec. 24, 2018
multiple locations
A Christmas Carol is Charles Dickens’ holiday classic about Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and three Christmas ghosts.

• Nov. 29 - Dec. 23 Shakespeare Taverndowntown
• Nov. 30 - Dec. 22 Aurora Theatre with one man playing all of the characters in LawrencevilleTicket deal $10 (Dec. only)
• Dec. 8 - 24 Theatre in the Square MariettaTicket deal $30
• Dec. 12 - 24 Alliance Theatre at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

MAKE A CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT
November 23 - Dec. 30, 2018
The Ornament Class at Decatur Glassblowing includes safety instructions, a demonstration, and assistance making a glass ornament to take home after it cools for 24 hours. Children 10 to 17 OK with a parent.