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Skip the mascara and shorten your morning makeup routine with a set of beautifully bold eyelash extensions from the new Decatur location of Deka Lash. At the 1,264-square foot studio, THE APPLICATION EXPERIENCE IS ENHANCED THANKS TO AROMATHERAPY, CALMING MUSIC, AND ERGONOMICALLY DESIGNED CHAIRS WITH PLUSH BLANKETS. 1545 Church St. DekaLash.com
No matter what your next great adventure is, the staff at Mountain High Outfitters can help you find the gear you need. The active outdoor lifestyle brand offers apparel, footwear, and accessories from notable brands such as Patagonia, Chaco, YETI, and more. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave., Ste. E-184. MountainHighOutfitters.com.
The Decatur Holiday Marketplace + Café returns Dec. 7-8. The market benefits Clairemont Elementary School students and will offer homemade foods and unique gifts crafted by local artisans. Bonus? While adults shop, kids can enjoy creative projects like painting ornaments and making candles. 155 Erie Ave. DecaturHolidayMarketplace.com
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Made in Atlanta, the bohemian brand Ink + Alloy recently opened a store in Decatur and offers global-inspired jewelry, bags, and scarves. Keep your eye on the Ghana Glass jewelry collection, which is made from recycled and responsibly sourced materials. 2969 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Ste. 330. InkAlloy.com
Hop on the wave of fun fitness at City Surf. Its 35- and 50-minute group classes incorporate traditional kinesthetics with surf-inspired movements. You’ll be powerfully working your core, thighs, and more while paddling, planking, and jumping on and off the mini surfboard. Surf’s up, dude! 724 Monroe Dr. NE., Ste. A. CitySurfFitness.com my
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DEC. 1-2 957 N. Highland Ave. NE. Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm $25 in advance, $30 on tour weekend Explore historic homes from the 1900s in this charming neighborhood. VaHiTourOfHomes.org
755 Hank Aaron Dr. SE. 9am Free Dress up as your favorite literary character and join this family-friendly procession to raise awareness about illiteracy. EmpoweredReaders.org/The-March
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Urban Grind Open Mic Comedy Night 962 Marietta St. NW. 6:45pm Free Test your skills at stand-up comedy or lean back and listen to new talent. UrbanGrindAtlanta.com
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501 Grant St. SE. 6-10pm $20 in advance, $25 day of event Benefiting the St. Paul United Methodist Church, Grant Park Cooperative Preschool, and the Grant Park Parents Network, this holiday tour features homes illuminated with candles. CandlelightTourOfHomes.com
The March to 20Hundred Thousand Books: A Children’s March for Literacy
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349 Ferst Dr. NW. Times and prices vary Enjoy a theatrical telling of the nativity story from an African-American perspective. BlackNativityAtlanta.com
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321 W. Hill St. Times vary Free Help repair and maintain the homes of senior citizens in the Oakhurst neighborhood. MLKServiceProject.com
Named after Dr. Robert B. Ridley’s Avenue (with an “e”) runs inside of the Decatur city limits. Upon exiting the city limits, the street name routinely switches to Clairmont Road (without an “e”).
17th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Service Project
FEB. 6-26 Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Locations vary Times and prices vary Attracting more than 35,000 filmgoers each year, this extravaganza showcases movies related to Jewish culture and history. AJFF.org
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DEC. 2 Hanukkah on the BeltLine Krog and Irwin streets 5pm Free Join Congregation Bet Haverim for a parade with songs and lanterns. CongregationBetHaverim.org/Calendar
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DEC. 6 Tree Lighting on the Square Decatur Square 7pm Free Be filled with cheer while watching a 30-foot-tall tree come to life with twinkling lights. This holiday happening is brought to you by the City of Decatur and the Little Shop of Stories. VisitDecaturGeorgia.com
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The ride-hailing company, Lyft, has set up a recording studio off Howell Mill Road for its drivers to use free of charge to pursue their creative dreams.
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The 8th Annual Atlanta Holiday Hootenanny – A Benefit for Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
Atlanta Christkindl Market
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™
Variety Playhouse 6pm $35 Enjoy more than four hours of music at this performance featuring Peter Rowan, Grammy winner Jim Lauderdale, and more. Variety-Playhouse.com
Atlantic Station Times vary Free entry Shop handcrafted products (think ornaments, nutcrackers, and toys), enjoy German food and beverages, or take a spin around the ice-skating rink. ChristkindlMarket.org
Center for Puppetry Arts Times and prices vary Plan a family night out to watch the stage adaptation of this classic Christmas TV special. Puppet.org/Buy-Tickets/2018-19/ Rudolph-The-Red-Nosed-Reindeer
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41st Annual Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival
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Piedmont Park 8am Prices vary Hundreds of drummers will line a 3.1-mile path to play for runners. This race benefits several nonprofits such as the Atlanta International School. MLKDay5K.com
400 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE. Times vary Free Take complimentary juggling lessons and then watch the pros ride unicycles, twirl Hula-Hoops, and more. AtlantaJugglers.org
88 Kirkwood Rd. NE. 2pm Free Laissez les bon temps rouler (Let the good times roll)! Join local krewes, brass bands, and neighbors for this spirited parade through Kirkwood. LantaGras.com
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Love Stories of Oakland
Black History Month Parade
Cherry Logan Emerson Concert Hall 8pm Tickets are free at the box office, $6 if purchased online The Emory University Big Band will perform works by Count Basie and Duke Ellington, among others. Arts.Emory.edu/Calendar
Historic Oakland Cemetery Times and prices vary From platonic to romantic, learn about the great love stories of past Atlantans during this graveyard tour. OaklandCemetery.com
Parade begins at Hurt Park 1-4pm Free One of the largest black history parades in the nation, this event includes marching bands, colorful floats, dancers, and more. BlackHistoryMonthParade.com
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A Thriving Neighbo Building contemporary residences in some of the city’s hottest Intown communities, Thrive Homes creatively combines high-end luxury living with Atlanta’s existing history and culture. By Karon Warren
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CHRISTOPHER RUDD AT THE RESIDENCES AT STUDIOPLEX. BEGINNING THIS MONTH, RESIDENTS WILL MOVE INTO THIS BRAND-NEW COMMUNITY.
That “knack” led to much success for Thrive Homes, which, in response to buyer moods, evolved into new construction. However, the company didn’t just build new to build new. Instead, it implemented a mindset to create upscale properties without sacrificing the historical and cultural aspects of Atlanta’s longestablished neighborhoods like Inman Park, Kirkwood, Decatur, and Morningside.
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continue to do so by developing townhome and condominium communities throughout Intown Atlanta, with hundreds of units in the pipeline,” Rudd says. “Our goal is to respect each neighborhood and introduce concepts that fit in, building upon the history and culture that already exists.”
“We go to great lengths to deliver communities in the hottest locations throughout Atlanta that are thoughtfully designed to merge with the existing neighborhood and to play upon the strengths of that neighborhood, whether it is the allure and connectivity of the Atlanta BeltLine and Krog Street Market for The Residences At Studioplex and Emerson on Krog, or the walkability and neighborhood feel of The Reserve Decatur and upcoming offerings in the City of Decatur, or the cutting-edge contemporary design of Ironside East Atlanta Village,” Rudd says.
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Nevertheless, Thrive Homes does not lose sight of what its customers want in their homes, and, in fact, works hard to go above and beyond what buyers may expect. “Our homes are the perfect blend of rich architectural character and new, sophisticated design,” Rudd says. “Featuring floor plans and finishes that are the utmost in current style and innovation, we work hard to exceed buyer expectations.” Think an elevator for easy access to the entire home or a rooftop kitchen for cooking aficionados. “We offer a high level of customization and options to meet your needs and wants,” Rudd says. “We understand the excitement of being able to customize your home and to put your stamp on the creative expression that it becomes.” Going a step further, Thrive Homes recognizes that many buyers are looking not just for a home, but a solid financial investment, perhaps one that includes an option to generate revenue. “Our buyers are consistently asking for something new, a fresh take if you will,” Rudd says. “We are doing just that and responding to an overwhelming desire for homes to double as an active investment by introducing several owner-occupant or investor short-term rental configurations and upgrades to accommodate those configurations.” When all is said and done, Thrive Homes, above all else, seeks to deliver a quality home that buyers will enjoy for years to come. “As a company, we take great pride in thoughtful attention to the prevailing essentials of solid construction and quality craftsmanship, all tailored to a variety of homeowner lifestyles,” Rudd says. BuildWithThrive.com, 500 Amsterdam Ave. NE., Ste. M, Atlanta. 404-474-4814. The content for this article is brought to you by Thrive Homes.
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To deliver homes that meet the needs of their buyers, Thrive Homes, which also has another office in Nashville, researches locations to ensure it provides developments that will fit seamlessly into that community’s overall feel and atmosphere.
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She grew up on Clairmont Road in Decatur, the oldest child of six (all within seven years of each other), and learned the importance of providing a hearty family meal from a very young age. Some of her earliest memories are of cooking with her mom and gathering her siblings to the table at dinnertime. “Yes, I learned to cook,” she says. “But I learned to cook for eight people! Then, when I was married, I moved in with my husband and didn’t know how to cook for just two.” Now, she is a grandmother with two adult sons, Ryan and John, who are great cooks in their own right. Carol credits their love of cooking with her family’s habitual evening meal, a tradition she continued as her boys were growing up. “Researchers conducted a study asking what National Honor Society students have in common,” she explains. “They came up with one common denominator—those kids eat dinner with their families every night without the TV on. To me, it’s obvious. The most important thing is conversation. Kids learn to use their words at the dinner table.”
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At her Decatur store, The Dinner Shoppe, Carol’s on a mission to help busy parents find time to sit down with their kids for a home-cooked meal. Her delicious, nutritious meal kits are prepped and ready for pick up, to be taken home, cooked, and served in less than 30 minutes. Don’t have time to stop by the Shoppe? Delivery service is also available to homes in metro Atlanta on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
When asked which is her favorite meal kit, she answers that it’s shrimp and grits. “My grits are super-cheesy and the shrimp has lemon and bacon. Everyone has their own version of shrimp and grits,” she giggles, “but mine’s the best!” When she ditches the prep table for date night with her husband, David, they visit Napoleon’s Grill—“they have really good hamburgers,” she says. TheDinnerShoppe.com
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Laughter fills the air and enticing entrées are sprawled across the table. This is a typical Monday night for Sean Palani, founder of the Atlanta Guys Dinner Group. After the restaurateur moved to Atlanta in 2011, he began exploring the local culinary scene with his buddies. The popular outings turned into the Atlanta Guys Dinner Group, which hosts monthly get-togethers that invite men to dine out at restaurants all while supporting a great cause. Here, he tells us more about this gathering and why you’ll want to show up with your boys.
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We have men from all walks of life—lawyers, carpenters, business owners—all of whom have hearts as big as their appetites. Before we pick up our forks, I thank the guys for their generous efforts and welcome new members. We order and eat communal-style. It is usually sheer gluttony! It’s not uncommon to see guys waving their napkins in surrender.
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My wonderful friend, Michelle Hodgson, founder of the nonprofit Children Helping Children, connected us with a young man who was organizing a food and shoe drive. He came to the dinner group and shared how he felt compelled to give back because of the generosity he and his mother received when they were in need.
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I have compiled quite a list [96 restaurants] of “Sean’s Must Eats” that I share with everyone. Trying new places [think Char Korean Bar & Grill, Cafe Agora, etc.] to put on “the list,” as well as to bring the group to, is always fun. Facebook.com/FeedUsAndWeWillCome
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We are very partial to local organizations that support children, women, families, and the displaced. The guys bring donations (clothing, checks, etc.) with them to the dinner and I give them to the recipient the next day, unless a representative from the charity we are supporting is at the dinner—I always invite them as my guest.
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1. Pauley’s Crêpe Bar isn’t just an Athens, Georgia favorite. The carb-tastic eatery’s menu includes the Chicken Tchoupitoulas with Southern-style chicken salad covered in mozzarella atop slices of homemade ciabatta from Holeman & Finch. Plus, its mimosa box includes a bottle of bubbly, fruit, and a selection of juices. 935 Marietta St. NW. PauleysCrepeBar.com
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In honor of Super Bowl LIII at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, staff and volunteers from Rebuilding Together Atlanta and Lowe’s will join over 100 handy helpers (you could be one!) and NFL players to repair homes in the Just Us community on Feb. 1. A resource fair will also provide these Westside residents with job opportunities and healthcare screenings. 1155 Fountain Dr. SW. RebuildingTogether-Atlanta.org KICKOFF TO REBUILD 2018
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dinner to thousands of homeless and less fortunate community members. The organization relies on volunteers to make its dinner a success. Help
prep and serve meals at the Georgia World Congress Center or even deliver the food to those who can’t attend the gathering.
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Since 2003, Kate’s Club has helped over 1,200 children and families cope with the loss of a loved one. Do your part by
assembling snacks, assisting with activities such as making “calm down jars,” and lending a hand at bereavement camp to jump-start the healing process. 1190 West Druid Hills Dr. NE., Ste. T80. KatesClub.org
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285 Andrew Young International Blvd. NW. 4Hosea.org
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Support Girls on the Run by becoming an outreach team volunteer. Attend
events in your community, like Inman Park, on behalf of the
nonprofit to recruit additional volunteers and coaches for local teams at Inman Middle School and Mary Lynn Elementary School. GirlsOnTheRunAtlanta.org
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY (TOP RIGHT) STEVE WOIT PHOTOGRAPHY; PHOTO COURTESY OF (MIDDLE LEFT) ATLAS MEDIA, PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALYSSA FAGIEN; (BOTTOM LEFT) KATE’S CLUB; (BOTTOM RIGHT) GIRLS ON THE RUN.
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Honeysuckle Gelato recently set up shop in Ponce City Market to serve popular Southern-inspired flavors like its creamy Brown Butter Crunch. The sweetest part? Five percent of every purchase goes to the Atlanta Community Food Bank. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE., Ste. N148. Every Christmas Eve, HoneysuckleGelato.com Hosea Helps serves
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