Wild Aster Books

Join us at Wild Aster Books for a hauntingly creative evening at our Spooky Literary Open Mic. Share your most atmospheric prose, eerie poems, or ghostly tales in an event celebrating the darker side of literature.

Local Event: Spooky Literary Open Mic

DeKalb County

Chamblee

Georgia

Spooky Literary Open Mic

Join us at Wild Aster Books for a hauntingly creative evening at our Spooky Literary Open Mic. Share your most atmospheric...

Chamblee Library

Chamblee GA

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Feel the Energy. Fuel the Future – Register Today for Sandy Springs Education Force’s Lightning 5K/10K! October 24, 2026 is the race that gives back! Enjoy this fast, flat, Peachtree Road Race qualifier! 
All participants get a race t-shirt, finishers receive custom designed medals and the top three adults and kids in multiple categories earn awards. Enjoy an easy packet pick-up and a festive, family-friendly atmosphere with a DJ, vendors, food, face painting, free parking, photo opportunities and more! Form organization, school, neighborhood or corporate teams for extra excitement and recognition!
Plus, it’s an exciting community event that supports thousands of students in public schools in Sandy Springs. Your registration levels the playing field for local kids who receive free tutoring, literacy programs, after-school enrichment, career mentoring and much more from one of Sandy Springs Education Force’s 18 programs. 
 
Make it count—sign up today and run for brighter futures! <a href="https://runsignup.com/ssef" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://runsignup.com/ssef</a>

Local Event: Lightning 5K/10K

Fulton County

Sandy Springs

Lightning 5K/10K

Feel the Energy. Fuel the Future – Register Today for Sandy Springs Education Force’s Lightning 5K/10K! October 24, 2026 is the...

Celebrate our favorite holiday with Wild Aster! Starting at 7:30 PM, award-winning horror author Michael Wehunt will read from his upcoming novel Nightjars ,followed by a Q&amp;A and signing!
We’ll have a costume contest, a tarot reader, on-demand poetry, raffle prizes, vendors, spooky crafts &amp; more!

Local Event: Halloween Book Bash

Halloween Book Bash

Celebrate our favorite holiday with Wild Aster! Starting at 7:30 PM, award-winning horror author Michael Wehunt will read from...

Brook Run Park

This much-anticipated event promises an afternoon full of delicious food, lively competition, and family-friendly fun. This year’s Chili Cook Off offers something for everyone, whether you’re donning your chef’s hat to compete for the title of best chili or just eager to sample from over 50 different chili recipes crafted by amateur chefs, restaurants, and caterers. Attendees can cast their votes for their favorite chili, adding to the excitement as competitors vie for coveted trophies. Whether you’re a die-hard chili enthusiast or simply looking for a fun outdoor activity this Fall, the Atlanta Chili Cook Off is the event you won’t want to miss.

Register Your Team Today: Registration ends on October 1st, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this spicy competition! $5,000.00 in prizes &amp; awards for top amateur, junior and restaurant teams, people's choice and most spirited!&nbsp; Come win bragging rights, plaques, medals, prizes and more! Sign up and compete or get your tickets today.&nbsp; General Admission &amp; VIP tickets are available and kids, 12 &amp; under, are FREE. For ticket options and more event details, please visit: <a href="https://www.atlantachilicookoff.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.AtlantaChiliCookOff.com</a>

TICKET PACKAGES
General Admission:&nbsp; Advance $15 - $25, Door - $30 (Unlimited chili tastings starting at 1:00 P.M.)
VIP: Advance - $30.00 - $50.00. (1 hour early admission starting at 12 noon with Unlimited chili samples, Open Bar, Commemorative Spoon &amp; more)
*Children 12 &amp; under are free with adult ticket purchase*

TICKET LINK:
<a href="https://www.bigtickets.com/e/amg/atlanta-chili-cook-off-2026/?referral=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.bigtickets.com/e/amg/atlanta-chili-cook-off-2026/?referral=</a>

Team/Vendor Application:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<a href="https://forms.gle/A2cgvJsFXVxcoeSz8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://forms.gle/A2cgvJsFXVxcoeSz8</a>

WEBSITE:&nbsp;
<a href="https://atlantachilicookoff.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://atlantachilicookoff.com/</a>

Facebook Event:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Facebook Page:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/AtlantaChiliCookOff/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> https://www.facebook.com/AtlantaChiliCookOff/</a>
Twitter/IG: @ATLChiliCookOff
Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@AtlantaChiliCookOff" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@AtlantaChiliCookOff</a>
Pictures: <a href="https://www.dotphoto.com/go.asp?l=ArmusMedia&amp;p=guest2009&amp;AID=6835676&amp;T=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.dotphoto.com/go.asp?l=ArmusMedia&amp;p=guest2009&amp;AID=6835676&amp;T=1</a>
Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDrTnH5wrsw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDrTnH5wrsw</a>

EMAIL&nbsp; <a href="mailto:atlantachili@gmail.com">atlantachili@gmail.com</a>
PHONE: 404-456-4655

Local Event: Atlanta Chili Cook Off

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Atlanta Chili Cook Off

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