Susan Swavely, Author at Secret Atlanta

Susan is proud to be an Atlanta-based writer. Originally from SC, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina with a double B.A. in English and Theatre. When she's not clicking away at a keyboard, Susan loves acting and film.

This Beltline Brewery Is Hosting A Vegetarian Food Festival & Rare Plant Market This March — Here’s What You Need To Know

If you're a plant lover in the ATL, then we've got some great news for you! New Realm Brewing is hosting a truly one-of-a-kind Vegetarian Food Festival and Rare Plant Market this month, and you don't want...

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The Georgia Renaissance Festival Is Headed Back To Town This April For A Season Of Revelry & Fun

One of Georgia's favorite festivals is headed back to town, and you don't want to miss out on all the Medieval fun! The Georgia Renaissance Festival is a massive celebration of fun and revelry for all...

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Georgia Senate Passes A Bill To Change The State Flower To A Native Bloom That Hosts Our State Butterfly, The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail

It's almost officially spring in the ATL, and we've alllll got flowers on the mind right now! From beautiful fields of daffodils to lovely meadows of endless tulips to... a new bill in the senate? That's...

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The Largest Atlanta Christkindl Market Ever Just Announced Their 2026 Location & It’ll Make You Feel Like You’ve Stepped Into A Cozy Gingerbread Village

Hold up. Christkindl? As in Christmas? As in winter? Yep. It might be March, but we're always longing for the delicious chimney cakes and festive German Christmas market vibes! And we've got big news for...

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One Of The Largest FREE Jazz Festivals In The U.S. Is Coming To Atlanta This May — The 2026 Atlanta Jazz Festival Announces Dates & Lineup

Spring is in the air, and here in the ATL, we know that means one thing: the Atlanta Jazz Festival is just around the corner! This May, experience a full month of incredible jazz events hosted throughout...

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Snoop Dogg Introduced Christian Bale To Waffle House For The First Time When He Was In Atlanta — And He Loves “The Place With All The Waffles”

Calling all Christian Bale fans in the ATL! We've got a hilarious and sweet story about Christian Bale's first time trying Waffle House. ATL Live host, Becky Sattero, recently sat down with Christian Bale...

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This FREE Artisan Festival Will Transform Sandy Springs Into A Massive Open Air Art Gallery For Easter Weekend — 150+ Artists, 10,000 Hidden Easter Eggs, & More

Hop to it, Atlanta! This April, Sandy Springs is hosting their iconic annual Artspalooza event over Easter weekend, and you don't want to miss out! Keep scrolling to learn all about the fun art events, we...

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Zoo Atlanta’s Sweet Gorilla, Machi, Just Turned 50 — Here’s How They Celebrated The Oldest Gorilla At The Zoo’s Birthday (With Photos)

We've got some fun news for ya to start off your week, Atlanta! Zoo Atlanta's beloved senior gorilla, Machi, is turning 50 this month, and you can wish her a happy birthday! Keep scrolling to learn all ab...

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This Whimsical Italian Restaurant Is Transforming Into A Retro-Inspired ‘Under the Sea’ Escape — Dive Into A Summer Of Floating Jellyfish, Cheeky Sharks, & Seaside Nostalgia

You don't need to get scuba certified to go on an adventure under the sea right here in Atlanta! Amore e Amore's spring and summer ocean pop-up event is more than just a dive into the deep blue: it's a no...

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The Oldest Irish Pub In Atlanta Is A Love Letter To Ireland — Here’s Where To Get The Best Guinness Pour In Atlanta

Want to check out the oldest Irish pub in Atlanta this St. Patrick's Day? You're in luck! Limerick Junction Pub, Atlanta's oldest Irish bar is just the spot for you! Keep scrolling to learn more. What...