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Golf Tournament to Raise Funds for Assistance League of Atlanta

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Assistance League of Atlanta

Every day, our first responders are working hard to ensure the safety and well-being of people in our communities.  Assistance League of Atlanta is thanking those who give so much to us by giving police officers, firefighters and wounded warriors a day on the links during their second annual DRIVING “FORE”WARD Golf Tournament on Monday, May 6th.

Foursomes of first responders from Chamblee, Dunwoody, Gwinnett County, Peachtree Corners and John’s Creek will be among the field of players participating in the fund raising event for Assistance League of Atlanta, to be held at Bear’s Best in Suwanee which features a premier golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Donations and sponsorships from supporters and donors covered the cost for nearly 40 individuals to play golf as a way to thank them for their service.

The festivities will start at 8:00 a.m. to allow time for hitting range balls and warming up. Official shotgun start time will be 9:30 a.m. There will be a breakfast snack and a full BBQ lunch served, along with raffle prizes, fifty-fifty drawing and a silent auction after the tournament. Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams, closest to the pin, longest drive and long putt contest.

About Assistance League of Atlanta. Assistance League Atlanta is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization committed to helping children and adults in need to rebuild their lives and become more self-sufficient. We assist a network of 250 community partners to provide new clothing, household goods, hygiene kits, comfort items and education aid to those affected by homelessness, abuse, and poverty. Funding for our programs comes from proceeds from its Attic Treasures Thrift Shop (located at 3534 Broad Street, Chamblee, GA  30341) as well as donations and grants..  Donations are tax deductible.  For more information, visit our website, AssistanceLeagueATL.org

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“Superpower Dogs” Back on the Giant Screen at Fernbank

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This family-friendly favorite makes its return on June 28.

Back by popular demand, audiences can once again experience the thrilling life-saving superpowers of some of the world’s most amazing canines in the giant-screen film, “Superpower Dogs.”

In this inspiring true story opening June 28 in Fernbank’s Giant Screen Theater, narrator Chris Evans introduces six remarkable dogs from around the globe who show extraordinary bravery and dedication as they save lives alongside their human partners.

Actor Chris Evans, wearing a dark colored long-sleeved shirt and matching dark cap. He's sitting behind a microphone where he has been doing voiceover narration work for a film. Next to him on a sofa is a dog lying down, wearing goggles. The background is of a low-lit room with deep colored walls and soundproofing.
Actor Chris Evans and canine pal ©2018 Reed Smoot, ASC for Cosmic Picture Limited

Watch as they brave earthquakes and avalanches, protect endangered species such as rhinos and elephants and transform the lives of people with special needs.

Audiences will also learn more about the amazing abilities of different breeds and discover the astonishing science behind their “super powers.”

The stars of “Superpower Dogs” include:

  • Halo, a rookie puppy training to join one of the most elite disaster response teams in America
  • Henry, an avalanche rescue expert saving lives in the mountains of British Columbia
  • Reef, a Newfoundland lifeguard with the Italian Coast Guard
  • Ricochet, a surf and therapy legend in California who heals people with special needs
  • Tipper and Tony, Bloodhound brothers leading the fight to save endangered species in Africa

From powerful noses and quick reflexes to their deep emotional bonds with humans, “Superpower Dogs” offers guests a unique look into the most diverse kind of mammal on the planet that will leave them with a deeper appreciation for man’s best friend.

Up-close shot of a dog and young boy with blonde hair riding a blue surfboard in gentle, shallow waves. The boy has his arm raised in excitement. The sky is blue. And there are two adults in the water behind them.
©2018 Cosmic Picture Limited

“I am really happy to be part of ‘Superpower Dogs,’” said Evans. “I am a proud dog owner and completely understand the connection that humans have with these remarkable animals. I love the way this film highlights incredible working dogs who utilize their real-life superpowers to help and protect people.”

The details

“Superpower Dogs” is an IMAX® film produced by Cosmic Picture and distributed by Cosmic Picture Film Distribution and IMAX® in IMAX®/Giant Screen theaters located in science centers, museums and other cultural destinations and attractions worldwide.

The film is free with Fernbank memberships and is included with daytime general admission and CityPASS tickets. With general admission tickets, guests also have access to three floors of exhibits in the natural history museum and 75-acres of nature explorations in Fernbank Forest and WildWoods.

For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit fernbankmuseum.org.

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“Geek Culture” Shines at 2025 MomoCon

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MomoCon 2025 entrance with colorful anime-style illustration and logo

Annual multi-genre convention celebrating Japanese anime, American animation, comics and gaming sets new record with 59,222 attendees

— Article updated May 29, 2025

Atlanta welcomed nearly 60,000 fans of cosplay, comics, gaming, anime and music over the four-day Memorial Day weekend — all meeting up at the Georgia World Congress Center to celebrate MomoCon 2025 and its 20th year in the city.

One of the fastest growing, all-ages conventions in the country, this year’s numbers topped the 56,000 guests that attended in 2024, and was estimated by the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau to have a $42.2 million impact on the metro area.

Three young Black women wearing cosplay and standing at the entrance of MomoCon 2025
Photo courtesy of MomoCon

Equally important, the buzzing enthusiasm and pure joy of the weekend, from both attendees and featured guests, was unmatched. Everyone seemed to be having an incredible time. And plans are already in the works for an even more impressive — and expanded — MomoCon experience in 2026.

Organizers say they are expanding into both Hall A and Hall B next year, increasing the total space to a massive 1,045,178 square feet for exhibits and gaming. The team is already hard at work planning amazing new guests and activities for MomoCon’s 21st year.

Registration for next year’s event is already open, with early-bird discounts for fans who want to lock their passes in early.

Giving back to the community

In addition to the money brought into the city and to the convention itself, MomoCon chooses a charity each year in which to support with donations. Funds are raised through sales of specialty merchandise and custom events that have donation elements built in.

Booths with items for sale at MomoCon 2025 in Atlanta
Photo courtesy of MomoCon

The 2025 official charity was the Johnson STEM Activity Center. MomoCon raised more than $5,000 for the center and contributed an additional $7,500 in matching funds, bringing the total donation to $12,500. MomoCon organizers also worked with 11 Atlanta-area, youth-serving nonprofits to give back by bringing more than 900 kids in need to the convention.

Nonprofits receiving tickets this year included Scouting America, Horizons Atlanta, ReImagine ATL, the New Media Education Foundation of Georgia, Purpose Possible, Lekotek, Focus, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atlanta, Wellroot Family Services and the YMCA.

Fan-favorite comic book artists

Comic book artists (and original members of the former Atlanta-based Gaijin Studios), Cully Hamner and Brian Stelfreeze made their first appearances at MomoCon this year, invited to attend and show off their work in the Artist Alley.

Fans lined up to meet them, along with fellow award-winning artist and longtime friend, Wade von Grawbadger, to get photos, autographs and artwork and spend a few minutes chatting with the guys.

Middle aged man wearing black tshirt and jeans standing in front of his comic creator booth in the artist alley at MomoCon 2025.
Cully Hamner at MomoCon 2025; photo by Shawne Taylor

Hamner talked briefly about an upcoming project, “Ruby Actual” that he’s doing with Greg Rucka. “Not sure when it will come out,” he said, “But we’re hoping first quarter 2026.”

In the meantime, comic fans can continue to enjoy his previous work — the acclaimed, creator-owned RED (which was adapted into two films), the current Blue Beetle (also adapted to film) and all of the other work he’s done for DC, Marvel and other publishers over the last 30 years.

They can also look forward to his return to MomoCon in the future if schedules work out.

“This has been a lot of fun,” Hamner said on Sunday, the last day of the convention. “I’d love to come back if they invite me again.”

Stelfreeze agreed. “I enjoyed [MomoCon],” he said. “I really liked seeing the younger audience.”

That definitely seemed true on Sunday, as the crowds had thinned out some and Stelfreeze had more time to hang out and talk with people who stopped by the Essential Sequential booth. With some fans, he spent ten minutes or more discussing art, comics and other topics, and even came out from behind the table at times to meet people and say hi to old friends.

Other featured guests also drew long lines of fans who were eager to meet their favorite creators.

Darryl McDaniels (from RunDMC and now a comic book and children’s book author), Greg Burnham (Norcross-based comic book writer known for his indie comic hits), Reed Shannon and Mick Wingert (voice actors and stars of Netflix’s “Arcane”), Ryō Horikawa (Japanese voice of Vegeta in “Dragon Ball Z”), veteran voice actor and producer, Chris Sabat, and online personalities such as Damien Haas were just a few of the standouts.

In fact, as the convention was winding down on Sunday afternoon, Haas’ fan line was still so long, the crowd filled multiple rows of the cordoned-off autograph area, both inside and outside of his designated line.

Mick Wingert at MomoCon 2025
Mick Wingert at MomoCon 2025; photo by Shawne Taylor

full list of 2025 celebrity guests can be found here.

New for 2025

While most of the fun features of MomoCon 2025 were returning favorites — Artist Alley, Exhibitor’s Hall, panels, movie screenings and the cosplay showcase —convention organizers kept things fresh with a new theme (‘90s Retro) and a few new highlights, including a skating rink, an expanded online gaming area and the return of the“Bring Your Own Computer” space.

Workshops on everything from miniature painting and D&D to Gunpla modeling, as well as live performances and a massive vendor area and fan car showcase rounded out the exciting weekend.

Though tired from a whirlwind weekend of geek culture camaraderie and large (but super friendly) crowds, we can’t wait to see what MomoCon has in store for 2026.

For more about MomoCon, visit momocon.com.

More moments from 2025; photos courtesy of MomoCon

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MomoCon 2025 to bring 60,000 Fans to Atlanta for a Weekend of Cosplay, Animation, Gaming and Music

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A young woman dressed in anime cosplay standing at the entrance to MomoCon 2024. The colorful convention logo is displayed over the entrance archway.

This year’s event is expected to have an economic impact of $42.4 million for the city.

MomoCon, the annual multi-genre, “geek culture” convention celebrating all things cosplay, comics, gaming, anime and music, is back for another exciting weekend at the Georgia World Congress Center, May 22–25 — marking its 20th anniversary in Atlanta.

A group of cosplayers in elaborate costumes at MomoCon 2024
photo courtesy of MomoCon

One of the fastest growing, all-ages conventions in the country, MomoCon welcomed 56,000 guests in 2024. This year, more than 60,000 fans of Japanese anime, American animation, comics and gaming (video games, esports, tabletop, LARP) — from across the U.S. and around the world — are expected to show up and celebrate their passion.

According to the Atlanta Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, the four-day event is expected to have an economic impact of $42.2 million in metro Atlanta.

2025 highlights

New this year: The theme for MomoCon 2025 is “90s Retro.” Attendees will find a roller skating rink, expanded arcade and online gaming area and a return of the “Bring Your Own Computer” (BYOC) section.

Returning fan favorites include the Artist Alley, Exhibitor’s Hall, panels, raves and afterparties, the cosplay showcase, Disney singing contest and movie screenings.

There’s also a full schedule of workshops, live performances and appearances from over 150 special guests from across industries.

In fact, one of MomoCon’s biggest draws is the celebrity guests on hand each year for autographs and special sessions. A few of this year’s guests include:

Darryl McDaniels (from RunDMC) — a comic book and children’s book author who has also started a line of cookies.

Shadia Amin — a Colombian cartoonist from Atlanta (SCAD grad) currently working on graphic novels.

Greg Burnham — a comic book writer from Norcross who’s created indie comic hits “Tuskegee Heirs,” “The Search For Sadiqah,” “Little Rock Files” and “The Story of Solace.” His most recent is called “Bridges,” a story of four super-powered girls who band together to save Oakland from a group of evil bio-terrorists.

Brian Stelfreeze — comic book artist and an original member of Atlanta’s famed Gaijin Studios. Stelfreeze has worked with Marvel, DC and 12 Gauge comics on titles that include Batman, The Black Panther and Catwoman.

Daron Nefcy — creator and executive producer of Disney’s “Star vs. the Forces of Evil,” Netflix’s “We the People” and Nick’s “Robot and Monster.”

Reed Shannon — Raleigh, NC-based actor and star of Netflix’s “Arcane.”

Mick Wingert — voice actor whose work has appeared in “Arcane,” “What If?,” and “Kung Fu Panda.”

David Vincent — voice actor and producer who’s worked in animation, anime, video games (Resident Evil, Halo, Tekken, Super Street Fighter) and television (“NCIS,” “Criminal Minds,” “The Mentalist”).

Ryō Horikawa — Japanese voice of Vegeta  in “Dragon Ball Z,” plus roles in “Saint Seiya” (Andromeda Shun); “Detective CONAN” (Hattori Heiji); and “Mobile Suit Gundam”

Chris Sabat — veteran voice actor, director and producer with a résumé that reads like a list of anime’s greatest hits. From the proud Saiyan prince Vegeta and the stoic swordsman Roronoa Zoro to the world’s greatest hero, All Might, and the slightly tipsy Yami from “Black Clover.”

A full list of 2025 celebrity guests can be found here.

MomoCon by the numbers

  • Over the years, MomoCon has grown from a 700 person, on-campus gathering to the largest event in the southeastern U.S. for fans of gaming, animation, cosplay, comics and tabletop games.
  • Thousands of attendees come out to each year to enjoy gaming, costuming (cosplay), browsing the huge exhibitor’s hall and meeting celebrity voice talent, designers and writers from their favorite shows, games and comics.
  • It features the second largest open game hall in the United States. Open non-stop over the weekend, it spans 300,000+ sq. ft. of arcades, esports stages, PC and LAN gaming, console tournaments and freeplay, board and card gaming, RPGs and LARP.
  • More than 90,000 square feet is dedicated to tabletop games, board games, card games, role playing games and miniatures. Want to learn a new game? Instructors are on hand to teach the hottest new games (and old games too).
  • There’s also 300,000 square feet for celebrity autographs, vendors, workshops and international and indie game developers.

The details

MomoCon runs from 2 p.m. Thursday, May 22 through 5 p.m. Sunday, May 25 at the Georgia World Congress Center (Hall B). Additional events may take place at the nearby Omni Hotel and the Hilton Signia Downtown.

Registration is open now, with four-day or single day passes available. Four-day membership passes are $105 plus fees. Single days range from $50–$65 (kids 9 and under free).

Game tournament registration and separate concert tickets are also available.

Parking is limited in the area, and the GWCC lots do not take same-day reservations, so attendees are encouraged to take MARTA, if possible. The GWCC station is a short walk to the convention center.

You’ll find full details and a schedule of planned events at momocon.com.

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