Note from Audra: I grew up in East Alabama about 20 minutes from what is now the Kia manufacturing plant in West Point, GA. My father spent most of his career working for West Point Pepperell and was one of the last employees (if not the last) as West Point Stevens closed their United States textile mills. … Read More »
Music and oyster loving festivalgoers can gather at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park to celebrate Oysterfest with Spiral Entertainment on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Beginning at 1 p.m., revelers can get shucked up on flown in fresh, regional, fried, raw, and steamed oysters, Park Tavern’s signature fried shrimp, fried chicken, ice-cold brews, handcrafted cocktails and much more.… Read More »
We are co-hosting a special themed “Girls Night Out / Dare to Be Different” screening on Monday, February 11 at 7:30pm at Regal Perimeter Pointe, celebrating female empowerment and how individuality is what makes us special! We are excited to give away 60 admit two passes to our GNO screening – for moms, daughters and families to attend!… Read More »
The suspect is accused of taking photos or video of unsuspecting men inside one of the mall’s bathrooms, Dunwoody police told Channel 2 Action News. Continue at WSB… Read More »
The Community Assistance Center Food Pantry is low on some main staples. The pantry often runs low on food in January and February when requests increase but donations decline. The CAC Food Pantry serves about 500 families a month. Please donate if you can to help local families seeking assistance with food. Please bring donations to the CAC Food Pantry or make a financial contribution online for food.… Read More »
The Community Assistance Center (CAC) offers free tax return preparation for maximum refunds and proper filing with Uncle Sam! CAC’s team of trained and certified VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) volunteers are available to help filers earning up to $55,000 in 2018. Appointments are available now! CAC is one of many metro area VITA sites, an initiative of the IRS and the United Way.… Read More »
You don’t have to be a minimalist or a decluttering guru to have come across the tiny dynamo that is Marie Kondo.
After her bestselling book The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up grabbed the world’s attention in 2014, she’s back with a wildly popular Netflix series coaching households to make over their homes using “the innovative KonMari Method to help people clear out their clutter and choose joy.” … Read More »
Playing in a Super Bowl is the dream for anyone in the NFL. Playing or coaching in a Super Bowl located in a city where there are already strong emotional connections takes that feeling to another level completely.
For over a handful of participants in Super Bowl LIII, which takes place this Sunday in Atlanta, there is a bit of added meaning to the pinnacle of the most popular sport in America. … Read More »
BROOKHAVEN, GA — Walk into the newly opened Big Bang Pizza on Buford Highway in Brookhaven and you’ll likely be greeted by the familiar aromas of the centuries-old Italian staple, such as hot bread, melted cheese, simmering tomato sauce, garlic, onions, and Pepperoni. But what comes next is 100-percent 21st century … and maybe beyond. Continue at The Patch… Read More »
The Southern Trilogy Homes of Roswell opens its doors to offer free self-guided tours on Feb.10.
From 1 to 4 p.m., patrons can celebrate “Super Museum Sunday,” an annual event sponsored by the Georgia Historical Society.
Roswell Historic Homes; Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall, and Smith Plantation; will be participating along with over 100 other sites throughout the state, as part of the Georgia History Festival. … Read More »
On Friday, February 8th, 2019, GEEARS: Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students, in partnership with ZERO TO THREE, will bring babies and parents from around Georgia to meet their elected officials during Strolling Thunder. Your infants and toddlers are invited to attend this event with you.
We’re coming together for advocacy training, visits with our legislators at the Capitol, and roundtable discussions so families can tell their stories about the joys and challenges of raising infants and toddlers in Georgia.… Read More »
Vett Vandiver
(404) 410-8564
vvandiver@geears.org
ZERO TO THREE is bringing babies and families from all 50 states, and the District of Columbia, to Washington, DC for the third annual Strolling Thunder on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Families will descend on our nation’s capital to meet their Members of Congress and share what babies and families need to thrive, including:
• Quality, affordable child care
• Time for parents to bond with their babies
• Healthy emotional development
• Strong physical health and nutrition
Join ZERO TO THREE at our nation’s Capital!… Read More »
Vett Vandiver
(404) 410-8564
vvandiver@geears.org
Fúdo, the dining concept new to Chamblee, offers artfully presented sushi and sharable plate selections of authentic Japanese cuisine featuring the highest quality and freshest ingredients. Boasting a modern industrial yet warm atmosphere with an expansive, interactive sushi bar; a back-lit bar serving creative cocktails, craft beer, wine and sake, and ample seating, Fúdo is celebrating this Valentine’s Day on Thursday, February 14, with a special three-course prix fixe menu for couples, available for $30 per person.… Read More »
Caitlin Kreidler
caitlin@carenwestpr.com
Cigar bar, restaurant, and lounge to host three days of events starting February 1.
Atlanta-born NFL star Cam Newton this weekend will open “Fellaship” downtown.
The cigar bar, lounge, and restaurant in the Castleberry Point building near Mercedez-Benz Stadium is hosting three days of Super Bowl weekend events starting February 1, according to the company’s website. … Read More »
By Mark Brock
DeKalb County School District Athletics
Former Columbia High football player Gerald Everett persevered against the obstacles put in his path on the way to be playing tight end for the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LIII on Sunday in his hometown Atlanta’s Mercedes Benz Stadium.
