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Happy holidays, friends!
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ou know how we feel about shopping locally. Our advertisers are local. Our favorite shops and haunts are local. We bring you stories every month about local businesses that make living in Buckhead and Brookhaven convenient and fun. So, during December when shopping lists seems to be at the top of our list, we hope you will carefully consider where you shop and what you chose. We are happy to bring you a few ideas on page 16. I'd be happy to find a tag with my name on any one (or six) of these lovely gifts. When you shop at Buckhead Atlanta, take your packages to the concierge and they will wrap them (white and red glossy paper with black satin ribbon) and send you on your way. I love the sweet monogramed guest towels at Gramercy Fine Linens & Furnishings (and the baby blue satin ribbon they use to wrap your purchase). And the Tiffany blue box....well, I'd be speechless!
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Parting Thoughts
16 BuckHaven Gift Guide
Our list of toys for big boys, feel-good gifts for big girls and
imagination ignitors for kids.
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lanta and managed by the Blue Heron Nature
Woo Cosmetics at West Paces Ferry
(ARMHC) and a committee of committed
Preserve’s staff and board. Blue Heron Na-
teamed up with the Atlanta Speech School
volunteers hosted the 18th Historic Brookha-
ture Preserve is a haven of majestic trees,
Guild to raise awareness and funds for the
ven Candlelight Tour of Homes. More than
nature trails, a 10,000-square-foot educa-
42nd annual Atlanta Speech School’s Lan-
$60,000 was raised at the event for the Char-
tion and arts center, and a wildlife sanctu-
guage & Literacy Gala. Moms from all over
ity to support their mission to nurture the
ary adjoining busy Roswell Road.
Atlanta participated in the “Mom’s Night Out”
health and wellbeing of children and families. The 2015 Tour was presented by Beacham &
event, and Woo Cosmetics donated tick-
TIMBER!
et sales plus a percentage of the evening’s
Company Realtors and The Skogstad-Sode-
To protect against the risk of tree damage to
sales totaling nearly $2,500 to the 2015 Gala
mann Team. Five of historic Brookhaven’s
persons or property, Georgia Power has moved
fundraiser, which directly benefits the Atlanta
most impressive and beautifully decorated
into emergency mode on the first three troubled
Speech School's financial aid program.
homes were featured on the Tour. This year’s
trees on the Buckhead Coalition list, according to
event also included an elegant luncheon and
Coalition President Sam Massell (pictured below,
fashion show presented by TOOTSIES. “All
left). This is measured against the neighborhood
proceeds from the Tour will help provide
data computer-fed for the Partnership with Geor-
temporary housing and support services to
gia Power. One tree in a commercial area, at 3579
families of ill and injured children treated at
Piedmont Road was removed and two on Old Ivy
local hospitals, fulfilling the primary mission
were taken down. The latest action included an
of ARMHC,” says Tour Committee Co-Chair,
oak tree estimated to be 125 feet tall. This pro-
Dawn Anderson. ARMHC is a non-profit 501
cedure was a preamble to the Partnership jointly
(c) (3) organization with the mission to nur-
announced by the Coalition and Georgia Power.
ture the health and well-being of children
Initial arrangements provided for the program to
and families. The two Atlanta Houses have
start several months from now, but these three
provided a home away from home to more
trees were in need of immediate attention. Mas-
than 46,000 families since the first House
sell praised the skilled workmen in this crew, each
opened in 1979. BuckHaven Lifestyle was the
having a specialty service to provide and each
Jostens, the leading producer of yearbooks
proud media sponsor. Armhc.org
performed with care to protect the surround-
and student-created content, has named Pace
ing area and care for the safety of the partici-
Academy’s Pacesetter a 2015 Jostens’ National
pants. “There will be tremendous activity when
Yearbook Program of Excellence. The desig-
As the Blue Heron Nature Preserve cele-
the full effort gets underway, with five-dozen trees
nation recognizes “engaging yearbooks that
brates its 15th birthday this year, a new Master
currently having been catalogued,” he says. When
reflect a broad representation of the student
Plan for the 30-acre urban greenspace has
an ailing tree is pruned or removed, it protects
body while helping students develop 21st-cen-
been unveiled. The new plan will guide the
against the damage falling parts can cause,
tury skills.” The Pacesetter staff, one of only five
valuable property’s future growth and direc-
both concerning potential problems with real
in Georgia to receive the award, achieved the
tion. “From our original seven acres, we’ve
estate, and with breach of electrical wiring and
defined criteria in each of three following cate-
now stitched together 30 adjacent acres – and
other utilities such as telephone and cable ser-
gories: creating an inclusive yearbook, generat-
we’re still stitching,” says director Nancy Jones.
vice. Report troubling trees to Georgia Power
ing school engagement and successfully man-
The master plan wisely uses a light-handed
or the Buckhead Coalition office.
aging the yearbook creation process. Pictured
NATURE PLAN
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approach, avoiding paved trails while clear-
is the 2014-2015 Pace Academy yearbook staff.
ly envisioning a connected network of soft
Back Row (left to right): Haley Epstein, Emma
surfaced trails that will connect the entire 30
Laura Gash, Molly Marks, Cadie Schiffer, Caro-
acres. Named Beaver Tail Trail, new additions
lyn Propst, Katie Nelson, Caroline Hardison, Ni-
will easily connect to Sarah Smith Elementa-
cole Shafer, Caolyne Eith and Mr. Ryan Vihlen;
ry School, easements between homeowners
Front Row: Erica Kahn, Quin Waldrop, Hannah
and eventually tie into the newPATH400 trail,
Kelly, Lacey O'Sullivan, Carly Shoulberg and
the BeltLine and extend to Chastain Park. A
Samantha Moreland
three-year Strategic Plan will soon be finalized to determine which of the Top 20 priority
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Natural Sleep of Georgia has opened its
always relying on private, tax-deductible do-
doors at the corner of Martina Drive and Pied-
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mont Road NE in Buckhead. The store offers luxurious mattress offerings
The three islands that have been chosen by Delta are also notable as plac-
certified to be free of harmful chemicals by third party organizations such
es where the rich and famous have chosen to live and build homes. Fa-
as the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Global Organic Latex
mous homeowners of these islands include Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey,
Standard (GOLS), Greenguard and Oeko-Tex. The owner spent the last
Johnny Deep and David Copperfield just to name a few.
decade working in the mattress industry, helping stores transition their offerings to include natural beds that ultimately last longer and provide
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better support for customers. For his new
MedShare, a national non-profit organization based in Atlanta
store in Buckhead, he selected only the finest
that works to strengthen health systems in the developing world
and purest mattresses and linens. The show-
and to improve the environment through the efficient collection
room offers many brands to choose from and
and redistribution of surplus medical supplies and equipment,
the quiet and relaxing atmosphere creates
welcomed more than 200 supporters to their 2nd Annual Talk
an environment that allows ample space for
& Taste fundraising event. The event was presented by Halyard
customers to try out the many natural and or-
Health and highlighted the organization’s effective responses to
ganic options. Natural and organic mattresses
global disasters. Guests listened to impactful stories about hu-
provide luxurious comfort, excellent support,
manitarian efforts after various disasters. MedShare improves
health benefits and superior durability. The use
the quality of life of people and the planet by collecting perfectly
of natural latex, wool, cotton and bamboo fab-
usable surplus medical supplies and equipment that would oth-
ric provide an unparalleled sleeping surface. Because of the quality of the
erwise wind up in landfills, and delivering it to health providers
materials and the care that is put into making these beds, they last for
around the world. Since its inception, MedShare has shipped over
many years without sagging or degrading. A 20-year warranty is typical.
1,150 containers of lifesaving medical supplies and equipment to
3129 Piedmont Rd NE. NaturalSleepAndHome.com
96 countries, equipped over 2,500 medical mission teams, supported 110 local safety net clinics and diverted over 2 million
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head kindly helped out with our shopping, taking the afternoon to browse through the fab Shops at Buckhead Atlanta. Meet Drew, Mary Elizabeth, Jack and Ann Collins. Happy holidays from our family to yours!
Toys For Big Boys Claude Walnut Bar - For his favorite bottles (which you can chose and wrap separately). 2-door unit in walnut or white stained ash. Function AND fashion. $2095. Jonathan Adler, Buckhead Atlanta Sports Car Needlepoint Stool - Encourage your guy to put his feet up, for goodness sake! He can claim this Bond-esque velvet-sided stool with ebony wood legs for his own. $324. Jonathan Adler, Buckhead Atlanta Eau des Baux Eau de Toilette - In Provence, the knights from "Les Baux" village chose the cypress tree as their symbol of strength and courage. I say its sexy woodsy scent will make any knight better. $58. L’occitane. Buckhead Atlanta Shinola Runwell Chono - The only chronograph watch that tracks the return of American watchmaking with split second precision. Entirely hand assembled in Detroit, including the Argonite 5021 high-accuracy quartz movement that drives the hours, minutes, date indicator, stopwatch function, and multiple subdials. $750. Torneau, Lenox Mall CONTINUED >
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Japanese Restaurant, which translates to mean “beautiful dining” in Japanese, is BishokuBishoku Japanese Restaurant, which translates to mean “beautiful dining” in Japnestled in the heart of Sandy Springs and affords Atlanta’s discerning clientele a Japaneseanese, is nestled in heart of Sandyserving Springs and affords discerning owned and operatedthe family-run restaurant authentic JapaneseAtlanta’s dishes, noodles and clientele a The Japanese-owned and operated family-run restaurant authentic sakes. restaurant is a reflection of owner Jackie Fukuya-Merkel’s passionserving for hospitality, Japanese dishes, and Theprepared restaurant a reflection of atowner fine foods and warm noodles décor. Watch yoursakes. meal being by sushiischefs while seated the horseshoe shaped sushi barpassion or choosefor cloth-covered tables by custom built rich wood Jackie Fukuya-Merkel’s hospitality, fineseparated foods and warm décor. Watch Privateprepared seating is available for chefs businesswhile guests,seated parties or occasions. Bishoku yourpartitions. meal being by sushi atspecial the horseshoe shaped Japanese passionate towards ensuring your overallbydining experience one wood of sushi bar orRestaurant choose iscloth-covered tables separated custom built isrich delicious, authentic variety andforservice in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. partitions. PrivateJapanese seatingcuisine, is available business guests, parties or special occasions. Bishoku Japanese Restaurant is passionate towards ensuring your OPEN FOR BOTH LUNCH AND DINNER. overall dining experience is one of delicious, authentic Japanese cuisine, variety 5920 Roswell Rd., SandyinSprings, GA | 404.252.7998 | bishokusushi.com and service a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. Restaurant Closed Sunday and Monday
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Rock Star Experience If your little rocker has been practicing piano, drums or guitar every day after school or singing in the shower, perhaps it’s time to give them the chance to make a record. They can join a group, do a solo gig or learn the ropes mixing behind the scenes at a professional recording studio. First hour free. Kids of ALL ages most welcome at The Groove Studio. GrooveStudioMusic.com Camping? Why not! Gift a Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites gift card and use it toward the First Time Camper Program. Aimed at families new to the
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his holiday season, have you considered giving a gift that truly gives back?
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Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities, Inc. (ARMHC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing the health and well being of children and families. ARMHC serves and sustains families when serious illness or injury strikes the most cherished part of their lives: their children. At the two Atlanta Ronald McDonald Houses, no family is turned away if they cannot afford the $20 per night contribution, and many of these families stay at the Ronald McDonald House for weeks, and sometimes months, while their children receive treatment at local children's hospitals. When you make a tribute gift, ARMHC will send a notification letter to the person being honored, and you can also choose to send a custom e-card. For more information on how to make a tribute gift to ARMHC, please visit RMHC.org/donate-now. CONTINUED >
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Want to honor someone who loves the natural world? Blue Heron Nature Preserve offers tribute giving to support its 30-acre oasis. Blue Heron is a nonprofit organization located in the Buckhead area with a mission to create a personal experience with nature through conservation, education, research, and connectivity. Blue Heron provides hands-on education opportunities for all ages with a focus on small groups and direct contact experiences with nature. The organization’s trails provide a source of recreation, alternative travel, exercise, and quiet spaces for solitude and relaxation in nature. The plan for future trails is in place to connect Blue Heron to the bigger world and offer rich opportunities to visit. If you are interested in a tangible tribute, you may purchase a large stone in a seating area as a marker or directional stone, or in a pathway. Giving a native plant to someone who loves flowers and other growing things would be a great gift that would also help support Blue Heron’s native habitats. Adopt a native wildlife species and your donation will support the care and maintenance for their habitat in an urban area. All gifts are acknowledged with a photo gift card from Blue Heron and a package of native plant seeds. For more information on how to make a tribute gift to Blue Heron, please call 404.345.008 or e-mail nancyj@bhnp.org.
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CIVIL LAWYERS AGAINST WORLD SEX-SLAVERY
Sex slavery exists in Atlanta's most popular suburbs, including Buckhead, Alpharetta and Dunwoody, and the illegal sex trade brings in an estimated $290 million annually, mostly through the kidnapping and coercion of young children and women. To address this epidemic, Civil Lawyers Against World Sex-Slavery (CLAWS) engages in targeted civil litigation against sex traffickers and all facilitators of sexual harm. CLAWS advocates for the appropriate and effective criminal prosecution of perpetrators. It also advocates for public policies that increase the enforcement and efficacy of criminal and civil laws pertaining to sexual violence and exploitation. If you would like to make a donation to CLAWS in honor of a loved one, they can provide you with cards and information to show how your donation helps. Simply make an online donation or send them your contribution, letting them know that you want a card to recognize your special gift. All donations to CLAWS go directly into the organization's work and operating expenses. For more information on how to make a tribute gift to CLAWS, please call 404.382.0353 or email karen@usclaws.org. GEORGIA AQUARIUM
Tribute giving through Georgia Aquarium is a meaningful way to honor a loved one and at the same time, help ensure future generations will have the opportunity to experience the wonder of the world’s oceans in downtown Atlanta. These gifts support the organization’s mission to bring the aquatic world to both students and guests. These experiences can launch a lifetime of learning about the magnificence of our living seas and builds awareness of how conservation of aquatic animals is relevant to everyone. Tribute donors can choose to have their loved ones permanently listed on Georgia Aquarium’s memorial wall. These gifts perpetuate the memory of the individual's life and work and translate into a legacy for future generations. For more information on how to make a tribute gift to Georgia Aquarium, please call 404.581.4134 or e-mail cfleming@georgiaaquarium.org. HIGH MUSEUM OF ART
The High Museum of Art offers many ways to donate, including through gifts to the Annual Fund, gifts of art, or endowment and estate gifts. Tribute giving also offers an opportunity to honor a family member or friend whose life has been impacted by the Museum. Works of art may be donated to the High during a person’s lifetime or by bequest, which is one of the simplest and most popular ways to make a gift of this kind. These gifts can help ensure the quality of the Museum's collections, special exhibitions, education and public programs for generations to come. For more information about how to make a planned gift to the High, please contact Ruth Richardson at 404.733.4557. December 2015 | BuckHavenLifestyle.com
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Your Neighbor
Meet Pattie Lanier ARTICLE KENDRA MATHEWSON PHOTOGRAPHY JONATHAN PHILLIPS CAPTURE LIFE THROUGH THE LENS
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he unique aesthetics and peaceful environment found at Baker Lanier Salon and Day Spa offer a glimpse into the creators behind it. At the helm and heart, Pattie Lanier has poured herself into building a business with her partner, and together they’ve cultivated a respite for guests to attain beauty and style in a culture of excellence. That excellence has been a hallmark in the pursuit of beauty and style for Pattie, who began her career in the early 1980s working for a top tier stylist, Don Shaw Hairdressers. What she learned under his energetic and passionate tutelage transformed a “job” of cutting hair into a fabulous career. In May 1996, Pattie moved to Buckhead and worked for Carter Barnes Hair Artisans, which was located in the upscale Phipps Plaza. This is where she met her business partner, Dennis Baker. Pattie always dreamed of owning her own business. In October 2004, Dennis and Pattie bought a cute salon on a charming street off of Pharr Road, which is just down the street from the luxurious new shops of Buckhead-Atlanta. Work for industry leader Loreal also proved formational in her development as a professional. Pattie’s passion for her business, clients and industry has taken her all over the world in pursuit of the best products and burgeoning trends to bring home so her clients have access to excellent resources to support their desire to be their best and most stylish. An avid student of all aspects of the business, Pattie has an artist’s gift of observing nuances and details from the world around her and expressing it through her work. From Don Shaw’s cutting edge approach, to Carter Barnes’ sophistication, Pattie finds inspiration in everyone she works with, including the youngest stylist with bright new perspectives. Last year, Baker Lanier Salon celebrated their 10-year anniversary, with a huge party at the salon featuring wonderful cuisine from Gabe’s of Villa Rica and a 5-piece band. The success in her professional life is augmented by the support of a close-knit family. Her father and two sisters (Pattie is an identical twin) and five nieces and nephews make up part of the family. She and her husband, Robert, met in 2008, married in 2011 and their three wonderful dogs comprise the rest of their family: Piper, a golden retriever and two Labrador retriever rescues, Miller and Nelson. In 2009, Pattie’s mom, Frances, was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia, a devastating blow to their family. She describes her mom as a strong woman who persevered heroically through the entire illness. Pattie’s dad took such good care of her mom for many of the years of her illness. The love they had for each other was amazing. Throughout her illness, Pattie’s mom came in to the salon to have her hair done. The staff and clients watched her gradual decline through 28
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the years, but the sadness of the progression turned into something positive. In 2014, Baker Lanier Salon started a team to help fight Alzheimer’s and joined the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Atlantic Station as a way to give back to Pattie’s mom, and others like her. Team Baker Lanier Salon, clients and friends have walked for the cause for two years now and have raised more than $17,000. Pattie is thankful to her fabulous and talented staff for all the hard work they did before, during and after the fundraiser. In June 2015, Frances lost her battle with this horrible disease just three weeks after her 73rd birthday. The funds raised through the Team Walk will help others that are stricken by this disease. Alzheimer’s is one of the top six causes of death in this country; Team Baker Lanier Salon encourages all of Buckhaven to join the next walk in September 2016 to help generate resources to find a cure. The 26-year Buckhaven resident enjoys enjoys long walks with her husband and dogs. And, she enjoys a sunny Friday afternoon sipping champagne at her favorite spot, Le Bilequet, reminiscent of her travels abroad to Paris in search of the finest for her clients.
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Sold Properties
Recently SOLD Buckhead Properties NEIGHBORHOOD
ORIGINAL PRICE
CLOSED PRICE
% OF SALE PRICE
DOM*
BDRMS
BATH
Club DR
$2,495,000
$2,269,059
91%
65
5
5
Davidson AVE
$2,500,000
$2,400,000
96%
77
6
5
East Conway RD
$1,996,000
$1,996,000
100%
196
5
5
Chelsey LN
$1,695,000
$1,695,000
100%
19
6
7
Dover RD
$1,650,000
$1,525,000
92%
49
5
5
Ivy RD
$1,595,000
$1,630,000
102%
131
5
5
N Ivy RD
$1,595,000
$1,550,000
97%
24
7
6
Hillside DR
$1,795,000
$1,500,000
84%
343
6
6
Whittington DR
$1,549,900
$1,363,000
88%
114
5
4
Statewood RD
$1,575,000
$1,575,000
100%
144
5
5
Arden RD
$1,495,000
$1,392,500
93%
11
7
6
Pinecrest RD
$1,495,000
$1,495,000
100%
9
6
5
Ferncliff RD
$1,400,000
$1,387,500
99%
128
6
5
Statewood RD
$1,275,000
$1,275,000
100%
3
5
4
Conifer Park LN
$1,350,000
$985,000
73%
224
3
5
Carlton RDG
$985,000
$960,000
97%
60
6
4
E Pine Valley RD
$875,000
$875,000
100%
12
3
3
Lake Forrest DR
$749,000
$757,500
101%
6
3
3
Glengary DR
$749,000
$750,000
101%
4
5
3
Longwood DR
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$655,500
101%
5
3
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Lifestyle Calendar
December
DECEMBER 6 HOT COCOA AND PHOTOS WITH SANTA MANDARIN ORIENTAL Families can have a memorable keepsake photo with Santa captured by local photographer, Jenny Bianchi. There will also
DECEMBER 1 - 15
DECEMBER 3
CHRISTMAS AT CALLANWOLDE
HOMETOWN HOLIDAY PARADE
one to enjoy. (Pick up a gift cert to the gor-
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geous spa for the deserving elf on your list.)
Visitors of all ages will enjoy touring the
Parade-goers fill downtown Forsyth to en-
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joy waving to neighbors, seeing kids ride
orately decorated with professional holiday
a float they created, singing along to the
DECEMBER 10
displays, expansive artist market, and themed
music, and the friendly competition of the
PEACHTREE GARDEN CLUB CHRISTMAS
events for all ages. Every room inspires and
float contest. And, who can forget the best
HOME TOUR
captures the spirit of the season. Callanwol-
part? Seeing Santa and Mrs. Claus at the
BUCKHEAD AREA
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end! Forsyth-MonroeChamber.com
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family. Callanwolde.org
DECEMBER 1 - 27
DECEMBER 4 - 6
be hot cocoa and festive treats for every-
area homes decked out in their finest for the holidays. Portion of proceeds will benefit a
ARTISAN MARKET
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RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
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CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS
A curated collection of distinctive, hand-
Based on the beloved 1964 stop-motion an-
made products chosen from thousands
DECEMBER 12
imated special, Rudolph and his friends (in-
of independent makers throughout North
PUB CRAWL ON THE BELTLINE
cluding Hermey the Elf, Yukon Cornelius and
America. From Home & Garden and Fash-
ATLANTA BELTLINE EAST SIDE TRAIL
the Abominable Snow Monster) take the
ion Accessories to Children’s gifts and Of-
Get into the festive holiday spirit, recruit your
stage in what the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
fice & Tech, the wide range of product cate-
friends and come crawl along the Atlanta
describes as a “holly-jolly holiday adventure
gories ensures you’ll find the perfect gift for
BeltLine. Enjoy a complimentary beverage
for theater-goers of all ages.” Puppet.org
everyone on your list (and a few for your-
at each location along the crawl in addition
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WINTER WONDERLAND
DECEMBER 5
FERNBANK MUSEUM
CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARADE
DECEMBER 19
Prepare to ooh and aah over two floors of
MIDTOWN ATLANTA
UGLY SWEATER RUN
twinkling, beautifully decorated trees show-
With floats, giant helium-filled balloons and
PIEDMONT PARK
casing celebrations around the world. Twin-
marching bands, parade is the largest hol-
Join thousands of runners, walkers and
kling with lights, glimmering with color and
iday parade in the Southeast. Along with a
prancers from around the nation as The Ugly
shining with a variety of cultural objects,
television audience of more than 500,000
Sweater Run tours North America. This is
more than 30 trees and other displays rec-
viewers on WSB-TV, spectators will line the
a perfect way to burn some calories, have
ognize the diversity of celebrations, holi-
streets eagerly awaiting the arrival of Santa
some fun and immediately replace those
days, traditions and events from around the
and the official beginning of the holiday sea-
calories with a warm hot chocolate and an
world. FernbankMuseum.org
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DECEMBER 1 - JANUARY 9 DECEMBER 5 GARDEN LIGHTS, HOLIDAY NIGHTS
ATLANTA STRONG BEERFEST
ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN
WRECKING BAR BREWPUB
The annual electrical extravaganza features
The 3rd annual, one-of-a-kind Georgia beer
spectacular light displays throughout the
festival in which every beer being poured
Garden. In 2015, explore new features like
is over 8 percent ABV; 25+ breweries and
the massive Tunnel of Light along with favor-
brewpubs participate with 40+ unique
ites such as the Orchestral Orbs, Glittering
beers that can’t be purchased anywhere
Galaxy, Radiant Rainforest, and Model Trains
else! Silent auction with beer swag from
that continue to make the exhibition a must-
some of your favorite beer sellers and brew-
see holiday tradition. AtlantaBG.org
eries. ATLStrongBeerfest.com
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Parting Thoughts
What Hanukkah
Means To Me WORDS JESSICA DICKSON
L
ike most Jewish kids, Hanukkah was my favorite holiday—for
gering in the air—I am reminded that there are everyday heroes
the obvious reasons—presents and fun celebrations without
right here at the JCC, teaching our children about their history and
long synagogue services to attend! Now, as an adult and a par-
giving them a sense of pride in being Jewish. JCC staff are also
ent, it is for the exact same reasons that I have come to dread
heroes, as they work long hours to ensure the Jewish communi-
Hanukkah to some extent.
ty has meaningful ways to celebrate the holiday—from spinning
How do I teach my children to understand the meaning behind Ha-
dreidels on Main Street and putting on Hanukkah plays to lighting
nukkah and not just love it for the gifts? In addition, Hanukkah occurs
the Hanukkah menorah, called a Hanukkiah, and so much more!
during a time of year when most people in the world are celebrating
Most importantly, our parents are the ultimate heroes of the Jew-
another, rather significant holiday. So, how do I keep my family’s focus
ish community, as they bring their children to Hanukkah festivities,
on our relatively minor holiday and not get wrapped up in the desire
teach them how to spin a dreidel, and let them taste traditional
to give our holiday as much attention and importance?
and unique Hanukkah foods like sufganiyot ( jelly donuts) and lat-
The Hanukkah story is rich with meaningful themes: it has heroes
kes, they are helping raise children who will proudly embrace their
and miracles, fosters pride in Jewish identity and underscores the
Jewish identity. These children will hopefully pass down the story
importance of religious and national freedom. As a preschool teacher
of the Maccabees and the miracle of Hanukkah to their children.
at The Weinstein School and a staff member of the Marcus Jewish
Jewish tradition teaches that we should place our Hanukkiah in
Community Center (JCC) during Hanukkah, these themes still reso-
a window or doorway for all to see, so that passersby are reminded
nate today and are very much a part of my everyday life.
of the miracle of the oil, which is the heart of the Hanukkah story.
As our preschool students learn about the holiday, aspire to be
So, as we light the JCC Hanukkiah outside for all to see, we are
“brave like a Maccabee,” (the warrior heroes of the Hanukkah sto-
reminded of our heroes, our pride, our freedom, and our solidarity
ry), and sing traditional Hanukah songs--the smell of latkes lin-
with Jews all over the world.
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