Making bracelets promotes wellness and self-worth
Bivi Franco (left) takes some of the stress out of cancer treatments by teaching patients the art of making bracelets.
Bivi Franco has watched family members and friends struggle not only with the pain of cancer, but the effect it has on their self-esteem. “I’m not a doctor, and I can’t heal them, but I wanted to find a […]
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SANDY SPRINGS CONCERT SERIES OPENS
The season for outdoor concerts has arrived, kicking off with the 21st season of Concerts by the Springs at Heritage Green in Sandy Springs. Held on the second Sunday of every month from May to September, the free public event is a favorite among locals. Over the coming months, visitors can expect to hear music from […]
5 KID-FRIENDLY ICE CREAM PARLORS IN BUCKHEAD
Sprinkles Cupcakes
W hat better way to bring the hot Atlanta heat down a few notches than with a cool ice cream cone? Buckhead has both traditional ice cream parlors, as well as some upscale treat shops with unique kid-friendly ice cream desserts. Try one, or better yet, try them all this summer!
VENETIAN NAIL SPA OPENS FIRST ATLANTA LOCATION
Upscale nail salon Venetian Nail Spa recently opened its first location in Georgia at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta. “Venetian Nail Spa is the perfect place to indulge after a day of shopping,” says Anneliese Reid, marketing manager of The Shops Buckhead Atlanta. Venetian-inspired decor is accented by marble floors and fresco-style ceilings. The spa menu includes manicures and pedicures, waxing, […]
Charlottesville offers a tantalizing cluster of grapes and history
Barboursville Vineyards offers a copious taste of wine and history
Thomas Jefferson was a master of many things, but making wine from European grapes grown on Virginia soil eluded him. And yet, nearly 200 years after the death of America’s third president and our nation’s founding oenophile, Jefferson’s home state cuts an impressive figure in the […]
RENT A HOUSEBOAT FOR AN OUT-OF-THE ORDINARY OVERNIGHT ON LAKE LANIER
After hours spent navigating through waves and around bends, your boat lands on a private island dotted with trees. You climb ashore and hit the sandy beach to collect shells, enjoy a picnic lunch and relax under the sun. This idyllic scene feels a world away from the bustle of Buckhead, and yet it’s so close you’ve probably driven by it dozens of times.
If […]
From down and out to dynamo
Once homeless, Jay Austin now gives back to the community through his budding business.
To talk with entrepreneur Jay Austin, no one would ever guess that he spent four years living on the street. “I made some bad choices, but I finally said to myself, ‘You’re either going to lie here and die or get up and go to […]
AS CANADA’S CONSUL GENERAL IN ATLANTA, LOUISE BLAIS IS IN CHARGE OF OUR NEIGHBOR TO THE NORTH’S INTERESTS IN GEORGIA AND BEYOND
Security issues and a packed schedule necessitate Blais using a driver to get to all of her appointments around town.
It’s 11:50 a.m. on a Friday, and a couple dozen people are milling about a conference room at the Miller & Martin law […]
Salamander Resort & Spa affords the idyllic countryside for equestrian pursuits and relaxed elegance
Discover the Virginia countryside on horseback with one of the resort’s trail rides, or take a riding lesson in its riding arena.
The Salamander’s luxe accommodations reflect a fine Virginia estate and overlook a manicured lawn, where playing lawn games […]
Meal delivery services are reinventing the way we think about meal planning.
Now it’s easier than ever to stick to dietary restrictions or whip up a gourmet, chef-inspired meal in record time. Creative, prepared and pre-prepped meals are a smart choice for working couples, singles and busy families who crave variety but don’t have the time or energy to invest in finding recipes and cooking every day. […]
