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At Home in Midtown THE BEST THING ABOUT YOUR HOME IS IT’S THE ONLY ONE EXACTLY LIKE IT. Sure, your neighbors’ homes may have a similar style or paint color. But the way you decorate each room and the memories you create make it uniquely yours. Maybe you’re in the market for a new home and ready to build new memories. We have a fantastic real estate team to introduce you to if you don't already know them. Patti and Adam Ellis of Team Ellis have been serving the Midtown area for decades as both top agents and local residents. Just bought a new home or looking to update your current residence? Stephanie Andrews and
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her talented team at Balance Design gives us some fresh ideas to introduce the Pantone Color of the year into our lives. Midtown loves art to adorn the walls of our homes and offices. Maune Contemporary is highlighting the work of Justin Lyons in an upcoming exhibition. Creative, colorful, and whimsical Lyons, a contemporary artist from the Florida panhandle, credits his first introduction into the world of street art as ‘the spark’ that led him to pursue his own form of artistic expression. We loved learning about him and his inspiration.
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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2020
FEATURES 14 A team approach to finding a dream home Beauty and charm in a premiere neighborhood
20 Being in the right place at the right time How chance encounters led to wide spread recognition of an artist’s talent
26 Healthy Living Beyond Cancer A tribute to the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance
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28 Color of the Year Pantones Pick
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Open House
20 Inspired By 26 Healthy Lifestyle 28 Trend Setter 30 Food & Wine 34 Lifestyle Calendar
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Donald Sultan at Maune Contemporary Maune Contemporary hosted an opening reception for famed artist Donald Sultan. The artist, originally from Asheville North Carolina, who's work is included in the permanent collection of institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Guests got to take in the collection while talking to the artist and enjoying food and beverages.
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AROUND TOWN TWO NORTHSIDE PHYSICIANS APPOINTED
TO GEORGIA COMPOSITE MEDICAL BOARD
Governor Brian P. Kemp conducted swearing-in ceremonies at the Georgia State Capitol for two Northside Hospital physicians to serve on the Georgia Composite Medical Board. The Medical Board licenses physicians, physician assistants, respiratory care professionals, perfusionists, acupuncturists, and many others. Northside
physicians
recognized
were
Dr.
William Bostock and Dr. Jeffery Marshall.
The swearing in on Jan. 9 was a reappointment of Dr. Marshall to the Georgia Composite Medical Board; he previously has served as vice-chairman and chairman of the Medical Board
DR WILLIAM BOSTOCK Dr. William Bostock is director of osteopathic education with the Northside Hospital Gwinnett Family Medicine Residency Program. He has practiced family medicine in Lawrenceville since 1986. He graduated from physician's assistant school at the Medical College of Georgia, earned his medical degree at Kansas City University of
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Dr. J. Jeffrey Marshall is an interventional
feature 3 bed/3.5 baths, well-equipped kitchen,
cardiologist and chief of the Northside Hospital
oversized private terrace, lavish master suite with
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spa bathroom, and much more.
also serves as president/governor of the Georgia Chapter of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Marshall earned his medical degree from the
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Medicine and Biosciences, and completed his
TRILLIST PRESENTS PLANS FOR 1138 PEACHTREE STREET
University of Florida College of Medicine in 1982;
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he has been in practice for more than twenty years.
tower at 1138 Peachtree Street. This nearly one-acre
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site has seen several development proposals, including a Mandarin Oriental hotel and residences dating back to 2007. The current project has been in the works since 2013 with 317 luxury apartments and approximately 10,000 SF of ground floor retail space with frontage along both Peachtree Street and Crescent Avenue. The tower could ascend more than 550 feet, potentially ranking it among Atlanta’s top 15 tallest buildings—and the highest built in more than a decade.
PIZZA AT PONCE CITY MARKET The team behind Root Baking Company is expanding their weekly Pizza Jeans pop-up pizza concept into a new restaurant and bar at Ponce City Market. Pizza Jeans will invite guests to enjoy pizza by the slice and whole pies, cocktails, beer and wine. Set to open spring 2020, Pizza Jeans pop-ups will be held on Fridays until opening from noon to 8pm at Root Baking Co. Root Baking Co’s Matthew Palmerlee will serve as Executive Chef at Pizza Jeans, offering diners
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locally
a choice of classic and speciality pies, a signature hoagie, salads and tinned fish. Pies can be enjoyed in house or taken to go. Root will make naturally-leavened pizza dough with freshly milled flour. For dessert, the kitchen will serve Italian lemon ice and sourdough doughnuts. “To me, good pizza is simple: quality ingredients and really good bread,” says Root Baking Co. co-founder Chris Wilkins. “We’re trying to embrace the Italian ethic behind great pizza and anchor it
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OPEN HOUSE
A team approach to
finding a dream home
BEAUTY AND CHARM IN A PREMIERE NEIGHBORHOOD ARTICLE SUE BALDANI | PHOTOGRAPHY ADAM ELLIS
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WHEN ADAM ELLIS GRADUATED FROM COLLEGE IN 2004 WITH A MARKETING DEGREE, HE SET OUT TO FIND A JOB WHERE HE COULD PUT HIS SKILLS TO USE. While searching, his mother, Patti Ellis, encouraged him to get his real estate license. Patti, a realtor since 1976, thought it would be a good way for him to make money until he found a job. “I went to get my license, and about 2/3 of the way through the class, I was like, ‘huh, I kind of like this,’” said Adam. So, with his real estate license in hand, he approached his mother about their working together. She was hesitant at first, but right away she could see he got it. Since then, it’s been Team Ellis all the way. “It’s special working with Adam and I’m grateful for it,” said Patti.
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They believe what makes their collaboration so successful is their ability to communicate clearly with each
extraordinary bonuses.
other and with their clients. Also, since they share every
Since the kitchen is considered the hub of the home
aspect of a listing, when one person isn’t available, the
and where most people like to hang out, it has to perform
other one can assist. This way, they have their clients
multiple functions. Adam mentioned that this particular
covered at all times.
kitchen was renovated by a local restaurant owner, so it
“We don’t have assistants who answer our phone calls;
has every conceivable amenity needed for entertaining
we do that. We’re very hands on with our clients,” said Patti.
family and friends. From the eight-burner Viking stove with
With the combination of working with each other and as
double ovens, to the double sinks and two dishwashers,
agents of Atlanta Fine Homes in Midtown, they find that they
it can handle just about any size dinner party. The island,
can offer their clients the very best in service. With top notch
with its butcher block wood counter top, features a large
technology, ongoing education classes and a company that
work space. And a really unique aspect of this part of the
cares about its realtors and clients, Atlanta Fine Homes rep-
house is the attached bar area that has the feel of a lounge.
resent some of the best homes the market has to offer.
Owners can enjoy a “night out” right in their own home.
One of these is located at 900 Penn Avenue, on one of the
Another room that has to meet high expectations is the
most desirable streets in Midtown. With its walkable, fami-
en suite master bedroom. This one takes up the entire top
ly-oriented neighborhood close to both Piedmont Park, which
floor of the home and has a private roof top terrace with
Patti calls the “jewel of the city,” and Peachtree Street, with its
a view of the Atlanta skyline. There are also two spacious
multitude of restaurants and shops, it’s a premiere location.
closets and a storage area. In the master bath, there is
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For example, the house at 900 Penn is chock full of
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luxurious Carrara marble, a huge walk-in shower, and a soaking tub with a view of the skyline.
Adam described the multiple entertaining spaces as incredible. The great room overlooks the private backyard, which is beautifully landscaped with custom lighting and has a heated pool with a hot tub, and an outdoor fireplace. The front of the home features a large, open porch where owners can relax and wave to their neighbors as they stroll by. Another important and modern feature often requested now is home automation. This home has speakers throughout the inside and outside that can be controlled by smartphone. In addition, the television and pool can also be remotely controlled. Adam explained that buyer’s expectations have changed greatly over the years due to shows like those featured on HGTV. So, they really work with sellers to get their property ready, and can even hire a stager to help make the home look its best. “Kitchen and baths are always the most important spaces in any house. If they are done nicely and updated, that’s a major selling point,” said Patti. When looking for a real estate agent, Adam and Patti agree that finding someone who is going to be responsive is your number one goal. You also need to feel comfortable with your agent and know you can trust him or her. Another important factor is to find someone who knows the areas and the neighborhoods you’re interested in. This way, the person will be knowledgeable about any changes that have recently taken place, and any changes that may be coming up. For the house on Penn, both Patti and Adam live in the neighborhood, so they can answer just about any question a buyer may pose. “We are there to get the transaction done while doing the best for our clients. We talk about that all the time, and we make our clients our family,” said Patti. To find out more about what they can offer, contact Patti at 770-366-4658 and Adam at 770-355-0549, or go to www.atlantafinehomes.com/eng.
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BESIDES TALENT AND HARD WORK, JUSTIN LYONS’ SUCCESS AS AN ARTIST CAN ALSO BE ATTRIBUTED TO SERENDIPITY. His story reads like a late-night movie or a best-selling book. Lyons was in his late 20s when a friend, Jeremy Lynch (now a film maker in California), introduced him to wheatpasting in 2005. Combining paper, paint and drawings, wheatpasting is a type of street art that is affixed to public spaces using a mixture of flour, water and sugar. Painting on discarded wood, Lyons would hang his unsigned works all over Fort Walton Beach, FL, where he was living at the time. When they began disappearing, he assumed the city was taking them down. He persevered though and one night, about eight months later, he was preparing to hang another piece of work when he ran into a restaurant owner in town. After noticing the painting in the back of his truck, she told him she had some of his other pieces hanging in her restaurant and asked if she could have this one as well. In return, she offered him not only a generous meal at the restaurant, but also the opportunity to show his work there. Three months later, with the help of Lynch, he did just that, and sold 15 of his 20 pieces. A few years down the road, he got married and had kids, so making art for a living got put on hold. But, by 2012, he was once again painting heavily and showing his work at art fairs and local art shows. Soon, he was able to open a small studio and gallery in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, where he lives with his wife Kayla and children, Seven, Isla and Lynox. Not too long after that, another chance meeting took place that would expand his reach greatly into the art world. A woman, on her way to dinner, was walking by his gallery when she ducked under the awning to get out of the rain. Liking what she saw through the window, she went inside and CONTINUED >
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introduced herself as an art consultant in Miami. After
Atlanta residents will soon get to interpret Lyons’ art for
looking around some more, she asked if she could show
themselves. He has a show at the Maune Contemporary
some of his paintings at Art Basel Miami. He said yes,
gallery in April where he will display about 15 to 20 of his
and after that show in 2014, he was picked up by multiple
pieces. The gallery, which opened in September 2019, is
galleries. His art career had taken off.
owned by Ramsey and Heidi Maune.
Over the years, Lyons has refined his style and does not
“When they approached me to be represented by them, I
consider himself a street artist anymore. Instead, he said,
was actually also being approached by a few other galleries
he’s a self-taught contemporary and expressionism artist.
in the area, and I was going back and forth to see where
What initially drew him to art in the first place was the
my best fit would be,” Lyons said. “When I walked into the
self-expression aspect of it. “That was always my base-
Maune gallery and met Heidi and Ramsey, they were just
line, to paint things that are personal to me,” said Lyons.
the coolest people and their gallery space was beautiful.”
“My goal is to paint what I feel drawn to or something that
He went on to say that even though the other gallery
makes a statement. I always liked the visual of simple,
owners were in the business a lot longer than the Maune’s,
childlike art, but wanted to merge that imagery with some-
that wasn’t important to him. It was that he believed in their
thing with a deeper meaning. So the visual is childlike, but
vision for their gallery and artists.
the message is more intellectual.”
‘They’re awesome people who are just so nice and gener-
Common in his artwork are words and phrases that
ous. They really believe in my work, and not only have shown
spring into his mind when he’s creating. Lyons will also
it with words, but tangibly by being uber supportive,” he said.
often change his thoughts and then cross out words and replace some with others. Instead of covering them up and starting fresh, he likes leaving the changes showing. “When I’m doing up layers, I’m writing things that are spontaneously in my head,” he said. “It’s an immediate thought, but then I might change my mind.”
Even though he has a few collectors in Atlanta, this will be his first show in the city, as well as in the state of Georgia. “I’m excited; I love Atlanta,” he said. “It has a cool vibe to it, and I have a lot of friends in Atlanta.” He said he will work with Heidi and Ramsey to determine the right pieces for the show.
As far as materials go, Lyons is open minded and uses
“Location does matter, but the stuff that I make is more
what feels right at the time, whether it’s wood, acrylic, oil
about storytelling, so I don’t try to box myself in with geo-
stick, spray paint, house paint, epoxy resin, or pencils.
graphical locations,” he said. “I just try to make paintings
“I’m just like anything goes; it’s more about the story than
that humans can relate to. Whether they’re white collar,
the sophistication of the paintings. I’m more interested in
blue collar or no collar, I just try to make art that people
the deeper meanings of things and how they can make
can make a connection with.”
people question things or feel a certain way. The message aspect of it is what originally drew me to art.”
When choosing paintings for a show, he also collaborates with his wife, who is also his business partner. He
He does find people’s interpretations of his paintings
said that she helps run his business and knows the ins
interesting. “I’ve heard the gamut, honestly,” he said.
and outs of the industry. In addition to selling his pieces,
“Some people are on the same page as I am. Others say,
Lyons also donates his artwork to local non-profit organi-
‘Well, I get this from it,’ and, I’m like, ‘Yeah, okay.’ I try
zations and fundraisers.
not to say ‘Hey, this is what it is,’ or ‘I didn’t mean that,’ because I think it ruins it for people.” When he first started out, a waitress who worked in the
“I’m constantly in my studio and I paint every day,” said Lyons. “I just like doing it and I’m so grateful and lucky that people have found my stuff.”
restaurant where his art was hanging called him in tears to let him know about the connection she had with one of
To learn more about Justin Lyons, his art, and the gallery,
his paintings and the way in which she interpreted it. Even
go to www.maune.com/ and jlyonsart.com/. And, be
though he didn’t see that message, he was glad it worked
sure to visit Maune Contemporary gallery this April to see
for her in her own personal way.
his work in person.
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"IT IS ALWAYS SMART TO PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR BODY AND WHAT IT IS TRYING TO TELL YOU," SAID SARA. "Ask questions while you are at your doctor's office - no question is too small." Sara Deberry was diagnosed in 2013. "I received the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance (GOCA) Bag of Hope when I attended my chemotherapy orientation. It contained all kinds of fun things; a hat, a soft fleece blanket, a water bottle, and super soft and warm socks." Sara exclaimed, "I still use some of the items today," as she recounted her introduction to GOCA. The Bag of Hope is provided, free of charge to Georgia based, newly diagnosed ovarian cancer patients and consists of important information about resources and fellowship as well as numerous comfort items all designed to support the needs of women who are living with and through ovarian cancer. Sara is a participant in the annual GOCA Teal Trot and has a personal fundraising team called Sara's Amigos that is comprised of friends and family who come together in her honor and rasies critical funds every year for GOCA. She is also attending the Shaken, Not Stirred Gala with her husband for the first time this year. "At the beginning of every year I talk about being more involved with GOCA and I am so excited to be more
Sean O'Keefe, Betsy Gentry, Bahkahlenah Buie, Sara Deberry, Pam Waken and GOCA's Doug Barron
involved this year", said Sara with a big smile, "I am so
person decides what is best for them - no one can walk in
excited about going to the gala!"
your shoes." Sara told me that she is trying to eat healthy
"I went to the OB/GYN for my annual exam and she felt
and go to the gym or walk the dogs more regularly and
a cyst, she explained that during women's cycle there is a
that while some days are better than others she tries to
tendency to get cysts and that I should wait another month
keep a positive attitude all the time.
to see if it would be still there." Sara's doctor examined her
The Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance was founded
a month later and it was indeed still there. Acting quickly
in 1998 by a group of thirteen ovarian cancer survivors
the doctor ordered an ultrasound and suggested having it
to educate Georgia's women, families, and healthcare
removed. Five days after her surgery the hospital called
providers about the risks, symptoms and treatments
to tell her that she had ovarian cancer. "I was so lucking
of ovarian cancer. The Shaken, Not Stirred Gala,
that my OB/GYN kept looking into my cyst and removed
GOCA's annual fundraiser is coming up on March 14th
it," said Sara. "I was so lucky that they caught it very early."
at Georgia Aquarium and features a culinary offering
After eighteen weeks of treatments Sara inquired about
from the member chefs of the Atlanta Chapter of the
her diagnosis and it was stage 1. "This early a diagnosis is
Les Dames d'Escoffier International. The evening's
very rare and I wasn't showing any symptoms."
celebration highlights the work of GOCA, salutes our
"I was very private with my diagnosis and I surrounded myself with a close group of family and friends, each
survivors and their caregivers, and raises critical funds in support of GOCA's outreach programs.
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TREND SETTER
WE
GOT
WITH
OUR
FRIENDS
AT
BALANCE DESIGN TO TALK ABOUT HOME TRENDS. The biggest being the most anticipated Pantone Pick of color of the year 2020. This color is a trend predictor of what we will see in both fashion and home accessories.
For 2020, the
Pantone Institute has selected a color that they named Classic Blue. They describe this color as calming and timeless. Interior Designer Stephanie Andrews says "This color is a tried and true color for us, so it was not a surprise. We use Classic Blue in so many designs. To us, it is like the perfect pair of jeans, adds a bit of color but still works with every color possible." Here are some of her favorite ways that she has used this color in interiors and encourages others to incorporate ways to introduce Classic Blue into their own spaces.
COLOR OF THE YEAR PANTONES PICK ARTICLE KATE RILEY, STEPHANIE ANDREWS PHOTOGRAPHY DANIELLE CLOCKEL & CHRISTINA WEDGE
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1.
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3. A CLASSIC BLUE VESSEL OR UPHOLSTERED ARM CHAIR IN YOUR DINING ROOM. An Asian inspired ginger jar was the perfect item to layer on a dining table to compliment the greek key upholstered arm chair in a classic Druid Hills dining room. 4. ADD SOME CLASSIC BLUE WALLPA3.
PER TO AN ACCENT WALL OR EVEN AN
4.
ENTIRE ROOM! We loved that Classic Blue wallpaper adds an eclectic and whimsical feeling to help build a room’s personality! We used Hygge & West wallpaper on both the curved stairwell and in the powder room. 5. ADD CLASSIC BLUE CABINETRY TO YOUR KITCHEN. This Classic Blue island and cabinet storage boxes added to both kitchens’ clean and classic looks.
These beautiful yet
functional work spaces were exactly what our clients were looking for when remodel5.
ing their homes. Stephanie adds "We love putting Classic 1. USE CLASSIC BLUE ON AN ACCENT
Blue on kitchen cabinetry. The rich color is
CHAIR OR INCORPORATE IT INTO THE
both comfortable and classic. It also pairs
TRIM ON YOUR WINDOW TREATMENTS.
beautifully with antique brass in kitchen
An historic Druid Hills home had beautiful
hardware and lighting."
Persian rugs layered throughout the space.
We know Pantone thinks this color is
We found that Classic Blue cooled the warm
perfect but is it for everyone? Stephanie
red tones and helped to relay a timeless style.
believes it can be. "I think this is a color that anyone can embrace in big or small ways.
2. A CLASSIC BLUE AREA RUG CAN
From a Classic Blue vase on a bookshelf, to a
HELP TO ADD A CALM FEELING TO
pair of Classic Blue chairs in the living room,
YOUR HOME.
or Classic Blue pillows on your bed-this is a
An over-dyed Classic Blue rug offsets the
versatile color that just works for most peo-
whiskey leather and wood tones in this mas-
ple." That's good news as we could all use a
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attracts individuals and groups from
home professionals. 300+ booths to
around the city and the South. There
explore and unique feature displays
PUB CRAWL IN THE BELTLINE
are clowns, floats, bands, Bagpipe &
to enjoy, this is a valuable event for
Drum Corps, more has 2,000 danc-
all homeowners.
Atlanta Beltline East Side Trail
ers, musicians, and Irish enthusi-
From Inman Park to Piedmont Park,
asts, plus giant balloons, floats, and
the East Side Trail on the Atlanta
marching bands in Midtown moving
BeltLine connects some of the best
down Peachtree Street.
restaurants and bars in town. Get your friends together and crawl along the Atlanta BeltLine. Tickets include complimentary beverages on the BeltLine and food and drink specials
15 DOGGIE DASH AND 5K
DAFFODIL DAY
Historic Oakland Cemetery
Daffodil Day returns to Oakland Cemetery. Celebrate the arrival of spring with a day filled with beautiful
Piedmont Park
displays, garden experts, and fun activ-
This dog friendly event invites partici-
ities for all ages in Oakland Cemetery’s
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pants with or without dogs to experience
Victorian gardens.
the park alongside four-legged friends.
Guided Garden Walks, Plants and
KIDFITSTRONG FITNESS CHALLENGE
The event offers a shorter “Dash”
Used Garden Books Sale, Cut Flower
(approximately 1 mile) or a 5K. Event
Display, Dialogue with Local Gardens
begins at Magnolia Hall in Piedmont
Experts, Children’s Crafts and more.
at each participating location.
Piedmont Park
KIDFITSTRONG
Fitness
Challenge
Park. All proceeds will be used to main-
is the nations largest mobile fitness
tain and enhance the Piedmont Park
event dedicated to keeping kids active
Dog Parks. Event is presented by the
and healthy. Kids of all ages get the
Piedmont Park Conservancy.
opportunity to flex their physical fitness by participating in a completion-based obstacle course designed to challenge speed, strength, agility and overall physical fitness. The event features a variety
15 FOLDS OF HONOR QUIKTRIP 500
Included are
21 CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL Blackburn Park
The Festival starts with a 5K/1K This year’s 5K, is both USATF-certified for the 2020 Peachtree Road Race
Atlanta Motor Speedway
qualifying
and
The stars of Nascar who are the
Children’s
Healthcare
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greatest drivers in the world return to
The Festival itself is a music and arts
Atlanta Motor Speedway for the 2020
extravaganza with arts and crafts
FOR THE LOVE OF PAWS GALA
Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500! It takes
vendors, family activities, live music,
talent to conquer this gritty surface.
a Saturday car show, and a Sunday
Which driver will walk away with the
pet parade and pet costume contest
of activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Grand Hyatt Atlanta
Angels
Among
Us
Pet
Rescue
salutes the Roaring Twenties at its A seated dinner, open bar, entertainment, dancing, and auction to benefit homeless dogs and cats in Georgia. Emcee Kaitlyn Ross from 11 Alive and
a
fundraiser of
for
Atlanta
victory? Only one way to find out! Hosted by Atlanta Motor Speedway.
annual “For the Love of Paws” Gala.
20-22 SPRING ATLANTA HOME SHOW
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Come see some of the best mac and
Cobb Galleria Centre
cheese makers in Atlanta and get the
The Atlanta Home Show is a vibrant
opportunity to vote for the best
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marketplace where you can shop for
mac and cheese in the city. Local
home-related products and services,
Entertainment
ATLANTA ST PATRICKS PARADE
experience stunning displays to help
bands and entertainers to include: All
inspire your next home project,
The Locals, Trio Jockamo, and Noah
Atlanta’s St. Patrick’s Day parade
connect with industry experts, and
Sampson. Festival proceeds go to
dates back to 1858, making it one
enjoy informative presentations from
support Neighbor in Need’s work in
of the country’s oldest. The parade
renowned local and international
the Edgewood Community.
live music by Celebrity Allstar Band.
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