The Academic Connection: What Can Sophomore Parents Do to De-Stress the College Process?

by Brian Eufinger of Edison Prep for The Aha! Connection

As a parent, you’ve likely seen a variety of advice regarding the optimal steps to take for college admissions planning from older parents. It runs the gamut: some friends probably recommend starting too early, which can stress students out; others recommend a timeline that’s too late in the process to turn the Academic Titanic, so to speak.… Read More »

Illumine at Oakland Cemetery 

Want the chance to spend an evening in the cemetery while enjoying live music, interactive lighting displays, art installations, drinks and more? Then come join me at Illumine! You definitely don’t want to miss it. Get your tickets here!

Illumine [verb]: Light up or brighten; enlighten(someone) spiritually or intellectually.
As the sun sets, the Cemetery is transformed.… Read More »

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The Mental Health Connection: Why Taking a Walk in the Woods Might be the Best Thing for Your Mind

by Bre Curtain, MS, NCC, APC  of Atlanta Specialized Care for The Aha! Connection

As a therapist deeply invested in the holistic approach to mental health, I’ve observed a fascinating phenomenon: the profound impact of nature on our psychological state. Being fully immersed in nature can have a significant impact on our nervous system, heart rate, cognitive pace, and the quality of our thoughts.… Read More »

Spring has Sprung at the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival

Join the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces as they celebrate the return of the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The two-day festival will once again be held in Historic Fourth Ward Park that is conveniently located along the bustling  Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail.… Read More »

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Caren West PR
(404) 614-0006
emma@carenwestpr.com

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Giveaway: 2 Winners will receive a $100 basket of British goodies and stationery from Taste of Britain

WICKED LITTLE LETTERS  
Releasing, Friday, April 5

In support of the new British comedy WICKED LITTLE LETTERS starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley two winners will receive a $100 basket of British goodies and stationary from the local British shop ‘Taste of Britain’ !

Directed by: Thea Sharrock
Written by: 
Jonny Sweet 
Rating: R for “language throughout and sexual material”  
Runtime: 102 minutes  
Synopsis: A 1920s English seaside town bears witness to a farcical and occasionally sinister scandal in this riotous mystery comedy.… Read More »

DUNWOODY AUTHORS AND FRIENDS AT LEMONADE DAYS, BROOK RUN, APRIL 20TH AND APRIL 21ST

Dunwoody Preservation Trust is delighted to present Dunwoody Authors & Friends Bookstore from 10am – 6pm on April 20th and 12 noon to 6pm on April 21st at this year’s Lemonade Days Festival. Visitors can chat with and purchase signed books from over twenty local authors including Jenifer Golding – Anonymous Mom Posts, Andrea Lane – Abby the Crabby Tabby Discovers Gratitude, Kathy Manos Penn – The Dickens and Christie Mystery Series, Steven Andrews – That’s Me in the Closet, Sunsheray T.… Read More »

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Jan Slimming
(404) 428-7170
jslimming@comcast.net

Peachtree Farm – Plant Sale

Stop by the Peachtree Farm Spring Plant Sale on Saturday, April 6 from 9:00 – 3:00.

Sale includes herbs, vegetables, flowers, and more. Also a selection of ceramic and terra cotta pots.

Peachtree Farm provides jobs and vocational training for individuals with disabilities. All the plants in the spring sale were planted or propagated by our farmers.… Read More »

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Contact:

Joe Twiner
(770) 366-9589
joe@peachtreefarm.org

Health Point Chiropractic ~ Non-Surgical Body Contouring

Non-Surgical Body Contouring

Sculpted hips, toned abs and thighs, a slimmer appearance. If you’ve adopted a strict diet and intense exercise regimen to improve the appearance of your body but haven’t gotten the results you want, consider non-surgical body contouring.

What Are the Benefits?

With this treatment, we can help improve the appearance of your physique without surgery.… Read More »

The Annual Green Hat Classic Golf Tournament Tees Up for an Epic Third Year

Get ready for an un-fore-gettable day on the greens as The Georgia Hemp Company and its sporting brand, Sympleaf Sport CBD, present the third annual Green Hat Classic Golf Tournament on Friday, April 19th, 2024, starting at 10 a.m. The Atlanta-born brand known for prioritizing bringing awareness of cannabis education by bringing its brand into the community and creating a dialogue with its high-quality cannabis products is gathering golfers for a beautiful day of tournament play at Heritage Golf Links in Tucker, Georgia, for a great cause.… Read More »

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Caren West PR
(404) 614-0006
emma@carenwestpr.com

Spend Easter Brunch and Dinner at Bully Boy

Celebrate Easter on Sunday, March 31st at Bully Boy during a special brunch from featuring its signature Japanese-inspired cuisine. Located just off the BeltLine next to its sister restaurant, TWO urban licks, this local gem boasts dishes ideal for sharing in a garden-like atmosphere. During both lunch and dinner, guests are invited to explore artfully presented starters, entrees, sushi, vegan options, and more.… Read More »

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Riley DiClemente
(678) 904-5607
riley@carenwestpr.com

DHS Senior Last Blast 2024

DHS Senior Last Blast 2024

Seniors’ Last Blast is a fun, safe, overnight lock-in for all seniors held the night of graduation. Check-in begins at DHS Saturday, May 11, at 11:30 p.m. and ends at 5:00 a.m. Sunday morning, May 12. At this chaperoned event, there will be NO DRUGS AND NO ALCOHOL. There will be games, music, food, prizes, and fun with classmates to keep everyone awake and busy all night! … Read More »

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