Monday, April 29, 2013
Check out some of the events and happenings this week in Buckhead
1. The Bremen Museum Presents: Leo Frank, Our Country's National Crime: Lynching as Our National History. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the 1913 Leo Frank trial, The Cuba Family Archives for Southern Jewish History and Tam Institute for Jewish Studies at Emory University welcome Dr. Hasia Diner, The Paul S. and Sylvia Steinberg Professor of American Jewish History at New York University. Free. Tuesday at 7 p.m. 2. North Atlanta Parents for Public Schools meets Wednesday at noon at Garden Hills Elementary School. This is the last meeting of the 2012-13 school year and per tradition will feature the top-graduating seniors from North Atlanta High School. It is always an inspiring presentation to see how much the young people …
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Get a great start on design plans for your own home by taking part in the 42nd Annual Cathedral Antiques Show or the Decatur Old House Fair this weekend.
Book Signing and Lecture with Al Gore Al Gore will be in Atlanta for a lecture and book signing in support of his new release, The Future: Six Drivers of Global Change. GreenLaw is co-hosting the event along with the A Cappella Books and the Sierra Club. Where: The Carter Center, 453 Freedom Parkway Atlanta, GA When: 7 p.m. Cost: $30, which includes a signed copy 42nd annual Cathedral Antiques Show More than two dozen carefully selected dealers of period furniture, jewelry, art, and accessories ranging from 17th-century antiques to iconic mid-century modern pieces are gathered under one roof. Find that perfect piece, begin a collection, or simply enjoy browsing. While you're at the show, enjoy Miles Redd's talk & book signing, tour the …
Friday, January 18, 2013
The kids will be out of school on Monday to recognize Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, so try out some of these kid-friendly events this weekend.
Calvin Jones Art Exhibit Opening This exhibition serves as an introduction although Calvin Jones rightfully holds the position of an established exhibiting Atlanta artist. His moody, interpretive landscapes range from a very personal pictorial form to one that pushes the boundaries further and add layers of abstraction into what we think of as a traditional subject. When: 6 -9 p.m. Where: TEW Galleries, 425 Peachtree Hills Ave. #24 Atlanta, GA Cost: Free Trains, Trains, Trains Here's a great family-friendly event that's sure to be a great start to your MLK Weekend. Take a mini road trip up to the Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History in Kennesaw and enjoy crafts, tips and techniques for building a home layout and a variety of …
Friday, January 11, 2013
This weekend, there's an array of events going on in and around Buckhead from dancing to learning about streams and even a great fashion trunk show sale.
Not too much happening in Buckhead this weekend, but that just means it's time to get out into other parts of the great city of Atlanta and have some fun. Here is a roundup of some of the great happenings in and around Buckhead this weekend. Want your event featured in our weekly Weekender? Make sure to add it to our events calendar before Thursday at noon. Sweetwater + ATLDM! Bust a move and raise money and awareness for Atlanta Dance Marathon, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Children's Miracle Network at Sweetwater! When: 8 p.m. Where: Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive Atlanta, GA Cost: $20 at the door to join in and for a souvenir pint glass to fill with your favorite brews! Salsa, Timba, Son and Bachata This Friday the …
Friday, January 4, 2013
There's a wide array of fun events happening in and around Buckhead this weekend!
GOLD RUSH: THE TRILOGY featuring Heroes X Villains & Eddie Gold The GOLD RUSH series returns yet again Atlanta with a mind-blowing duo performance in one venue in a single night that delivers a guaranteed exhilarating performance. When: 10 p.m. Where: Moderna, 8540 Roswell Road Cost: Purchase tickets here. Atlanta Triathlon 2013 Kickoff Session #2 Calling all athletes from aspiring beginners to experienced athletes! Come and find out all the exciting things Atlanta Triathlon Club has in store for the 2013 season! Meet coaches and members and get your questions answered. When: 5-6 p.m. Where: Energy Lab, 1167 Zonolite Place Suite A Cost: Free Vision Board Seminar 2013 Jumpstart your new year by stimulating your mind with visuals of things …
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Thriftique helps young women find right looks for big night
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Sunday, April 15, 2012
From Patch Reports A group of excited young women found their perfect prom dresses Thursday night at the Buckhead Thriftique. The 15 young women felt like princesses as they left with free dresses and shoes. Without the service, many of the girls might not have been able to attend their proms, according to an announcement from the thrift store, run by Buckhead Christian Ministry. Buckhead Thriftique gives free clothing to the homeless and people in need. The store is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is located at 800 Miami Circle, Suite 160. The store accepts donations of clothing, shoes, household items, electronics, and books during regular business hours. A tax receipt will be provided. Products include designer…
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Psychotherapist Dr. Janet Page to present workshop Saturday on losing weight through lifelong eating plan
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Thursday, April 12, 2012
From Patch Reports Buckhead psychotherapist Dr. Janet Page will present a “Conscious Eating Workshop” Saturday at Park Place on Peachtree, 2660 Peachtree Road. Page, author of "Get Married This Year," will discuss how to develop a lifelong eating plan and make healthy food choices, according to an announcement. The workshop will be from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Satursay and costs $50. Topics will include "think like a thin person," "identify yoiur personal motivations," "set up a safety net to catch you when you slip," and "develop hunger awareness, a more joyful body image and a lifetime action plan that really works for you." For more information and to RSVP, call 404-266-0527 or email drjanetpage@bellsouth.net.
Monday, March 5, 2012
Buckhead event to give information on radKIDS program
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Monday, March 5, 2012
From Patch Reports Nationally known child safety advocate Elizabeth Smart will appear at a "take action" safety seminar for parents, educators and community leaders at noon Thursday, March 15, at the Buckhead Theatre. Smart was kidnapped at age 14 and rescued nine months later in a case that received massive national attention. She is now president of the Elizabeth Smart Foundation and an ABC News special correspondent. She will participate in the event along with Steve Daley of Keep Georgia Safe and founder of radKIDS, a child safety program. The lunch is spsonsored by the Buckhead Alliance and Keep Georgia Safe. Daley will present an interactive safety forum, with information on the radKIDS program. Elizabeth Smart's father, Ed, …
Monday, February 27, 2012
Thursday also Visitors Day for weekly breakfast meeting
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Monday, February 27, 2012
From Patch Reports Marilyn W. Midyette, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, will speak at the Buckhead Business Association's weekly breakfast meeting Thursday. Midyette will speak about the Girl Scouts' 100th anniversary, and the organization's impact on shaping girls into future business leaders, according to a BBA news release. “Marilyn Midyette defines what it means to be a successful businesswoman,” said BBA President Catherine Cattles in a statement. “As Girl Scout cookie season is upon us, it is important to remember that cookie sales are not only a fund raiser, but also a tremendous opportunity for girls to develop and exert leadership roles. We are honored to host such a positive role model, and advocate …
Friday, February 17, 2012
Here's a look at Buckhead happenings
Buckhead offers a selection of events for the Presidents Day weekend. Here are a few things going on. Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta will have a job fair Saturday and Sunday. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 18, and 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel and Conference Center, 3405 Lenox Road. At North Atlanta High, Piedmont Hospital is sponsoring the Move N' Groove dance and health-screening day from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday. The Georgia Boy Choir concludes its Boy Choir festival with a concert at 7 p.m. at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church. The "Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing" exhibit on New York's legendary Apollo Theater continues through March 4 at the Atlanta History …
Joni Zeccola
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