Kipp Strive Academy

The Westend Kipp Strive Academy is one of two KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) schools under the Atlanta Public School system. It is located in the old J.C. Harris Elementary School building in the Westview neighborhood.

The goal of KIPP schools is to combat the drop-out rate and lack of skills among children in economically challenged communities -- many of whom are not able to compete on a college level or in the general workforce. An additional goal of the school is to produce civic minded, future community leaders.

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Get Out! Your Weekend Plans in Atlanta Are Here!

By David Good

1) Friday Night Live Music:

When/Where: Landon’s Restaurant and Bar; 3752 Cascade Road, suite 100; Friday 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The Event: Come on out to Landon's and enjoy a cool fall Friday night event featuring composer, Daniel Solammon. You can come out to the enclosed patio and get mesmerized by his musical style while sipping on fine wine, eating on appetizers and fine American cuisine and enjoy the atmosphere that is Landons. Also you can relax in the restaurant/ bar area and enjoy from afar. Before the event enjoy drink and appetizer specials at the bar during happy hour, this last from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please visit www.landonsrestaurant.com or call 404-472-2424 for more information.

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