Telugu Association of Metro Atlanta (TAMA) was formed in 1981. Over the years it has grown and has become an integral part of Telugu Community in Metro Atlanta and an active participant of Indian community events like 'Festival of India' held to commemorate India's Independence Day. TAMA organizes events to celebrate major festivals and organizes a picnic during summer as scheduled activities. Besides these, several other literary and cultural events go on like 'Sahiti Sadassu' (literary meet), musical nights, fund-raising programs, Ganesh Pooja, Kidfest, etc.