What's Happening in Decatur This Weekend?

The 1950s come to life in "Bye Bye Birdie" and The Rainmen play on the square.

Bye Bye Birdie... presented by the STM Players

Community musical theater production

Bookworms Converge on Region for AJC Decatur Book Festival

Panels range from health cooking to a look at the Civil Rights struggle, from graphic novels to mystery writing. The festival is under way.

Street Closings Start Friday for Decatur Book Festival

To prepare for this weekend's AJC Decatur Book Festival, crews will close some streets starting early Friday morning.

Healthy Cooking Chefs, Authors Featured at AJC Decatur Book Festival

This weekend's 2014 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Decatur Book Festival includes cooking demonstrations at a new outdoor kitchen stage.

Gospel of Faith Hosts Summer Stage Play 'Jaded'

The play about family values and facing your fears will be performed Saturday night in Decatur.

Survivor Casting Call in Atlanta Sept. 6

Auditions will be taped at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta.

BBQ, Cold Beer, and Blues on Tap at Decatur Fest

The 14th annual Decatur Barbeque, Blues, & Bluegrass Festival will be held at Harmony Park.

Decatur ArtHouse Adds to Cultural Scene

Decatur ArtHouse launches new BYOB locale and offers an artistic, friendly, and laid-back place to create. Artists can take home their work.

Atlanta No. 2 Stop on Garth Brooks World Tour

Country superstar Garth Brooks is bringing his world tour to Atlanta in September; tickets are on sale Aug. 8.

‘Walkers’ Keep Out: GA Town OKs 15-Foot-High Wall to Deter Zombies

The set for season 5 of AMC’s “The Walking Dead,” includes building a 15-foot high wall in Georgia to keep zombies, called “walkers” in the show, out.

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

Gospel of Faith Worship Center Hosts Stage Play 'Jaded'

Gospel of Faith Worship Center in Decatur will host a performance of “Jaded,” a coming-of-age stage play.

'How to Train Your Dragon 2': Review and Director Interview

Cinema Siren gives it 5 stars, saying it's fierier than the first, with twice the dragons.

Decatur Arts Festival Features Artwalk, Dance, Theater, Music, Parade and More

Kristian Bush, of the Grammy Award-winning group Sugarland, will perform with Larkin Poe on Saturday, May 24, at the Decatur Arts Festival.

Learn How to Build a PC in Decatur Makers Class

Visit the Decatur Recreation Center Saturday to learn from Decatur Makers how to build your own PC.

Disney's Bears: Funny, Fascinating and Rated G

"Bears," in theaters April 18, combines beautiful footage with a style and story accessible to children, making it a success for the whole family.

'Heaven is for Real' in Theaters Now

Get ready to see the real-life story about a boy who says he went to Heaven. Sponsored by Sony.

'Rio 2' TRAILER/REVIEW: This Superior Sequel Soars

'Rio 2' opens in movie theaters this weekend.

Paint Love Seeking Decatur Artists to Connect with Kids

Paint Love, launched in 2013 by Decatur acrylic painter Julie Ann McKevitt, connects artists and nonprofit organizations to help youths.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Captain America' Oh Beautiful!

Film debuts in theaters this weekend; rated PG-13.

Oakhurst Jazz Nights Start Tonight With Emrah Kotan

Tonight kicks off the 10th season of Oakhurst Jazz Nights in Decatur. The performances take place rain or shine at Scottish Rite.

'Bad Words' Offers 'Cinematic Catharsis,' Plus an Interview with Jason Bateman

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: In 'Noah,' Aronofsky Builds a Vessel of Fearless Filmmaking

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

'Dancing With The Stars' Results: NeNe Leakes Needs Your Votes

Atlanta-area resident NeNe Leakes needs viewer votes to remain on "Dancing With The Stars." Voting ends tonight.

VIDEOS + REVIEW: 'Muppets Most Wanted' Is Furry Fun

The Muppets are back! Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

Cinema Siren gives the film five stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Mr. Peabody & Sherman' Best in Show or In the Dog House?

The new 3D animated release feels like both lots of fun and a big disappointment, right in the same 92 minutes.

2014 Oscars Predictions and 10 Things You Might Not Know About Them

Cinema Siren makes predictions about the Oscars; the awards program airs Sunday night at 7 p.m. on ABC, hosted by Ellen Degeneres.

VIDEO/REVIEW: 'Pompeii' — Lava Is Coming

Watch the trailer and interviews by Leslie Combemale, with the director Paul W.S. Anderson and star Kit Harington from HBO's 'Game of Thrones.'

A Hollywood Valentine: Lifelong Hollywood Couples and Their Classic Movies

Cinema Siren looks at some of Hollywood's love matches.

50 Years of Beatlemania: Fab Four Visited Atlanta

The Beatles performed Aug. 18, 1965, in Atlanta. Listen to portions of the performance here and share your memories.

Patch Movie Review: LEGO is Hilarious, Absolute Delight

Leslie Combemale loved this movie.

The Real-Life Heroics Behind George Clooney’s "Monuments Men" [SPONSORED]

The biggest treasure hunt in history finally makes its way to theaters.

Music at the Movies: Top 10 Must-Have Film Scores of 2013

2013 was a stellar year for great movies—and for awesome film scores.

Cinema Siren's 2014 Oscar Predictions

Here's who Cinema Siren thinks will take home a gold statue on March 2.

VIDEO + Review of 'August: Osage County' — Calling All Masochists

Cinema Siren gives the film two stars.

Ten Movies of 2013 That Will Become Classics

Is your favorite film in this list?

What Was The Highest-Rated TV Show of 2013?

As the year winds down, book stores are full of almanacs and other time capsules reflecting on the year that was.

Must-See Movies: 'Her,' 'American Hustle,' 'Saving Mr. Banks,' More

Also 'The Wolf of Wall Street' and 'Inside Llewyn Davis.'