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BY: Ginger Strejcek

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Ruth Carter’s diverse designs range from the sumptuous ’70s suiting of I’m Gonna Git You Sucka (right) to the fantastical tribal fabrications of Black Panther (left).

MOVIE MAGIC

Ruth Carter’s iconic costumes on view at SCAD FASH

If Ruth E. Carter’s name doesn’t ring a bell, her work certainly will. The Academy Award-winning costume designer has been making movie magic for more than three decades. That includes transforming Oprah Winfrey into voting rights activist Annie Lee Cooper in Selma, outfitting Denzel Washington in the title role of Malcolm X and suiting up the late Chadwick Boseman as King of Wakanda in Black Panther, which scored her the Oscar in 2019.

Cinephiles can ogle more than 60 costumes showcasing her legendary career in “Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design,” on view through Sept. 12 at the SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film. The epic exhibit also features garments worn by superstars Angela Bassett and Eddie Murphy, among others, along with sketches and ephemera that illustrate the elaborate design process behind the scenes. Period pieces such as Steven Spielberg’s Amistad and the 2016 remake of the Roots miniseries, both in her vast repertoire, are steeped in historical research.

Nicknamed Ruthless for her dedication on Spike Lee films, Carter hopes the exhibit will “inspire a new generation who are already expressing the need to project a profound personal connection of diversity in storytelling and to do it authentically in a way that connects with their creative self.”

“Ruth harnesses the power of visual communication to share narratives of culture, race and politics,” adds co-curator Rafael Gomes, director of fashion exhibitions at SCAD FASH. “This is a very collaborative work that celebrates exquisite works of wearable art and world-class film making taking place in our city.”

“RUTH E. CARTER: AFROFUTURISM IN COSTUME DESIGN” Through Sept. 12 $10 (under 14 free) SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film 1600 Peachtree St. N.W. Atlanta 30309 404.253.3132 scadfash.org

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Full STEAM Ahead

GET SCHOOLED IN SCIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

Amping up the wow factor in the interworkings of the world, the Atlanta Science Festival will ignite curious minds March 13-27 with 93 scheduled events, both virtual and in-person. The fact-fueled fun ranges from an app-based scavenger hunt and guided nature walks with scientists to cooking and coding workshops, a conservation game and science-themed plays.

“Our giant celebration of science helps kids, families and adults see the science in their everyday lives,” says Meisa Salaita, Ph.D., executive co-director and co-founder of Science ATL, which engineers the festival in partnership with local schools, museums, businesses, civic and community groups. “How we ‘get together’ may be a bit different in 2021, but I believe that the collective experience we have had facing this pandemic has served to highlight just how important science is in our lives, and what a difference it can make.” Launched in 2014 with an annual outreach of 50,000, this year’s showcase will forego the Exploration Expo wrap at Piedmont Park due to COVID concerns but will continue bringing people together through the wonder of science.

ATLANTA SCIENCE FESTIVAL

March 13-27 atlantasciencefestival.org

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Retail Therapy

HERMARKET is a community and marketplace for woman-owned indie brands, with monthly pop-ups, virtual experiences and brand partnerships. Atlanta Science Festival is offering a mixture of virtual and in-person events ITP this year.

BROWSE AN OUTDOOR MARKETPLACE AT BUCKHEAD VILLAGE

Score some sweet finds from local vendors at the HERMARKET pop-up along Buckhead Avenue. Held the third Saturday of the month during the Sidewalk Shop & Strolls at Buckhead Village, the outdoor marketplace supports women-owned indie brands with a curated selection of offerings from apparel, jewelry and accessories to health and beauty products, home decor and food.

“Our markets are truly an experience for shoppers to discover new brands as well as shop their favorites,” says Jazlin Pitts, who cofounded HERMARKET with Kia Perry to boost female entrepreneurship through community connections and retail collaborations, some of which have led to product placement in Target, Saks, Urban Outfitters and Free People.

“Indie brands are not only a different buying experience but offer more clean, ethical products for consumers who are conscious about what they’re putting in and on their bodies,” says Perry.

After perusing the goods, visitors can also enjoy live music and coffee in The Veranda.

HERMARKET POP-UP

March 20 and April 17, noon-6 p.m. 3035 Peachtree Road Atlanta 30305 thisishermarket.com

BUZZ

ARTISIC AFFAIR VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER March 20

spruillarts.org/artisticaffair Enjoy an evening of entertainment from the comfort of home at this annual benefit for the Spruill Center for the Arts. Starting at 6:30 p.m., listen to live music, watch art demonstrations, bid on unique local works in the silent auction and find out the winner of the Bob Kinsey Award, given to an individual who exemplifies a dedication to Spruill and a passion for the arts. Lucky guests might score a raffle prize as well.

SPRING GARDENING LECTURE SERIES VIRTUAL CLASSES March & April

nfmg.net/communityclasses.htm Get planting this spring with free gardening classes by the North Fulton Master Gardeners. Packed with practical tips from the organization’s green-thumbed members, the seasonal series ranges from growing perennials (March 14) to starting a veggie garden (April 18). Participants can also enjoy a virtual stroll through the 30-acre John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Forest Preserve in Sandy Springs (March 7). Tune in at 2 p.m. on Zoom or Facebook Live. Registration required.

BOURBON GALA & AUCTION June 6

Rustix Manor, 503 S. Holly Springs Road, Woodstock 30188 ehbourbongala.org Suit up in seersucker, floral frocks and fancy hats for the Enduring Hearts sixth annual benefit to support pediatric heart transplant research. The Southern-style celebration features a live watch party for the Kentucky Derby, silent and live auctions, music, VIP cigar lounge and Van Winkle Family Bourbon raffles. Early Bird tickets ($250 single, $475 couple) include hors-d’oeuvres, an open bar, a tasting menu and dinner.