And the Oscar Goes To...

Smyrna-Vinings Patch asked members of Epidemic Theatre to share their predictions for who will receive awards at tonight's 84th Annual Academy Awards.

"This Means War" More Bromance Than Rom Com

Two CIA operatives and best friends find out they're after the same girl in this romantic comedy turned bromance.

'Journey 2 : The Mysterious Island' Is a Fun-Filled Family Adventure Movie

A good old-fashioned action adventure film opens in theaters this week, and it should be a hit with the entire family.

Vinings dancer performs in 'The Princess and the Goblin'

Patch is giving away two pairs of tickets to the opening night performance on Friday, Feb. 10.

'The Woman in Black' is Haunting

The actor also known as Harry Potter scares up some new material in a good old-fashioned haunted house movie.

Trace Adkins brings 'Songs and Stories' to CEPAC

Tickets for the May 17 concert go on sale today plus a roundup of what's coming up at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

Win Tickets to Shen Yun

A celebration of Chinese dance and music is coming to the Cobb Energy Centre.

'Joyful' Food Fight Fun at Howard's

Owners and customers of Smyrna mainstay anticipating the restaurant's Hollywood debut with the Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton release, "Joyful Noise."

Talented Georgia authors coming to Smyrna-Vinings

Also news and opportunities surrounding next Monday's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Smyrna woman’s memory lives through children’s art scholarships

Two children will be awarded scholarships for the spring term at Vinings School of Art.

Audition This Week for Cobb MLK Celebration

This year's theme will be "Celebrate: the Life, the Dream, the Legacy" and the event is free and open to the public.

Don't be a Grinch, tell us your favorite Christmas songs

Here are 10 great Christmas favorite songs - what are your favorites?

ArtsBridge Offers Diverse Educational Programs

Arts education initiative happily embarks upon its fifth season at Cobb Energy Centre.

'New Year's Eve' Is One Party to Miss

This holiday movie bonanza with a massive, celebrity-stuffed cast is two hours you'll never get back.

'Wouldn’t It Be Loverly' to see 'My Fair Lady' tonight?

Called by some the perfect musical, ”My Fair Lady" runs tonight through Sunday at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

Weekend Fun with Warhol and Cookies

As part of its "Museums on Us" program, Bank of America is offering cardholders free admission to the High Museum of Art this weekend. Plus the Girls Scouts are coming to our Patch.

For vampires 'Breaking Dawn' comes at midnight

The second-to-last installment in the "Twilight" franchise premieres at midnight tonight in theaters nationwide.

Lewis Black performs one night only at Cobb Energy

Black's comedy has been featured on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."

Smyrna catches the theatre bug

Epidemic Theatre brings fresh ideas to the stage.

Madly in Love with Opera

The 2011-12 season for The Atlanta Opera opens Saturday night at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

'Tower Heist' is a Comical Caper With Occupy Wall Street Undertones

Get ready for a comedy about a bunch of co-workers who turn the tables on a Bernie Madoff-type bad guy.

Win tickets to see 'Rain: A Tribute To The Beatles' 

The first show of this year’s Gas South Broadway Series promises to take audiences on a trip down “Penny Lane’’ this weekend at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

'Footloose' Remake is Same Old Song and Dance

The movie that made kids dance in the '80s is back with a new cast and new moves, but basically the same story line.

Hollywood Stars Coming to Smyrna

"Neighborhood Watch," starring Ben Stiller and Vince Vaughn, will be filming scenes at Campbell High School next month and extras are needed.

Free Art Friday

Another fun event set for the Tower Stage in Vinings Jubilee.

Cyndi Lauper: Multi-faceted Renaissance Woman who Gives a Damn

Singer, who performs tonight at Cobb Energy, started the Give a Damn Campaign last year in part to help straight people get informed and involved in LGBT issues at a pace that works for them.

It's a lovely day to support the arts

Wednesday's weather looks to be near perfect, and from great food to good music, there's plenty to enjoy in Smyrna-Vinings.

Wilco and Kansas coming to Cobb Energy

Continuing on its winning streak as a sought-out concert venue in the ATL, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre rolls out a one-two punch of great concerts this week with Wilco and Kansas.

Julie Gribble performing at Blackstone

Atlanta native singer/songwriter will appear Friday night at local eatery to perform her songs that are full of rich melodies, hummable tunes, catchy choruses and wonderful lyrics.

It's the End of the Band as We Know It

R.E.M., which made its first studio recordings at Bombay Studios in Smyrna, calls it "quits" after 31 years together making fantastic rock music.

'Drive' Is a Cool Crime Thriller

One of the hottest young actors in Hollywood will put you in the driver's seat for this crime thriller and dark comedy combined with a love story.

Vinings Artist to be Inducted into Georgia Music Hall of Fame

Kenny Leon, who has been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, is expected to be in attendance Saturday at the Cobb Energy Centre with other celebs such as Usher, Justin Bieber and Ludacris.

Atlanta Opera offering free tickets to children nonprofits

The education sponsored opportunity, Opera on the Mainstage, will provide selected eligible organizations a maximum of 25 passes per production.

French Painter Returns to Vinings Gallery

JalinePol's style and subjects are inspired by the great Impressionists.

'Welcome to Smyrnings' - Best Mates

Get your day started with this 17th installment of the Smyrna-Vinings Patch fiction series.

It's "Fun, Fun, Fun" at Cobb Energy with The Beach Boys and more

Mike Love and The Beach Boys cruise into Cobb Energy on Friday night, and there's more fun times coming to the Cumberland area venue in the coming weeks.

Tower Stage: A New Meeting Place in Vinings

New performance area debuts with improv comedy group on Thursday. Future plans call for food and beverage kiosks to be set up around the stage, so guests can sip a glass of wine or nibble munchies while enjoying an evening in the open air.

Saturday Night Free!

Three Smyrna entertainment options tonight that don't cost a buck, plus one Sunday evening affair with gospel singer Sandi Patty that's well worth the price of admission.

Smyrna-Vinings News You Can Use

“Aunt Bam’s Place” opens tonight at Cobb Energy Centre; the new Tower Stage at Vinings Jubilee debuts this week.

Smyrna musician advances onward like a 'Rolling Stone'

Singer/songwriter Wesley Cook, who will be performing at next month's Smyrna Auction for Heroes Gala, is a final four finalist to perform at music magazine's Rock Room next year in Austin, Texas.