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PLAY BALL!

SPORTS STORIES FROM BUCKHEAD AND BEYOND! Sports culture has a foothold in Atlanta. This feature…

Daniels is wearing a 50-carat total weight, straight-line diamond necklace, 8-carat total weight diamond studs and limited edition Hublot watch. Prices available on request at Universal Diamonds.
THIEF OF HAWKS

Dyson Daniels delivers defense and designs! When you’re an Australian who just became the 10th…

How to help your child keep a level head as a young athlete. photo: FG Trade
BALANCING ACT

How to help your child keep a level head as a young athlete. The average…

Christian Olsen - Atlanta Hustle
DOING THE HUSTLE

Christian Olsen is a seasoned player for one of the city’s pro sports teams, but…

Elite Edge trainers Victoria Delgado and Amber Clark
UP YOUR GAME

Level up your sports skills with these training spots! Whether you’re perfecting your golf swing,…

Having four young and active children helps Brad Guzan turn off the pressure of being Atlanta United's star goalie.
PLAYING THE MIND GAME

Keeping active and focused are key components to mental health! Brad Guzan has an array…

UP FRONT

The Emerald Grande makes an excellent jumping off point for a weekend in Destin.
DIVING INTO DESTIN

The Florida Panhandle beach town makes a laidback, water-filled getaway. “Look at this shell, Mommy!”…

The first segment of Sandy Springs’ Springway trail opened in late spring.
WALK ON

On May 2, stakeholders, city officials, partners and residents gathered at Morgan Falls Park to…

The original mansion, built 100 years ago, is the centerpiece of the hotel and houses the restaurant, wine cellar, bar and meeting spaces.
HISTORIC GEM

Dallas’ Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek celebrates a milestone. It’s easy to get excited about…

Tamara Bazzle headed Buckhead Heritage's efforts to preserve the area's historic cemeteries.
DIGGING INTO THE PAST

Preserving historic cemeteries. In 2006, Buckhead native Tamara Bazzle and a group of like-minded friends…

Buckhead Rotarian Jim Breedlove and organization President Shelley Hammell present Belisa Urbina (center) with the Robert Johnson Humanitarian of the Year Award. photo: Rotary Club of Buckhead
BRIDGING THE GAP

From crisis to success! Belisa Urbina and her husband, Miquel, moved to Atlanta from Puerto…

Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip + Cheek Blush Stain
DON’T SWEAT IT

You’re guaranteed at least two things when you live in Atlanta: traffic—even if you’re “just…

Flux Projects CEO Anne Archer Dennington creates free multi-day arts events for the public. Julie Yarbrough Photography
GO WITH THE FLOW

Supporting artists. During the Great Recession from 2007 to 2009, actors, dancers, musicians, photographers and…

Original artworks are found throughout the refreshed hotel.
MAINSTAY MAKEOVER

Grand Hyatt debuts new attractions for a weekend away! When it opened back in 1990,…

Susan and Brian Banner started the Atlanta chapter of Most Valuable Kids, which has contributed more than 70,000 tickets to underserved youth.
EXPANDING HORIZONS

Turning unused tickets into joy! An old article in a local newspaper about Most Valuable…

Mini Highlighters
WRITE THIS WAY

Bland binders and basic ball-point pens have no place here. Whether you’re at color-coding-your-calendar level…

Andalusia Farms is the home of Flannery O'Connor and where she wrote many of her most famous literary works.
MARVELOUS MILLEDGEVILLE

Flannery O’Connor’s hometown is a literary-filled escape. I take a wrong turn just outside of…

Old San Juan is anchored by the centuries-old El Morro fort.
SUN, FUN AND FOOD

Three days in San Juan, no passport required! With travel requirements becoming stricter and long-haul…

Caroline Eubanks (above) visited and researched historic venues such as Johnny's Hideaway and Northside Tavern for her latest book, A Boozy History of Atlanta: People, Places & Drinks that Made a City.
RAISING THE BAR

LOCAL AUTHOR PUBLISHES BOOK ABOUT HISTORIC HAUNTS IN BUCKHEAD AND BEYOND! Writer Caroline Eubanks, author…

Scout Living's rooftop terrace offers a pool and stunning views of the Atlanta skyline. Photos courtesy of Jamestown
LOCK AND LEAVE

Scout Living delivers efficiently designed digs and superb location. I have an affinity for small,…

Melissa Bunnen Jernigan, Robb Bunnen and Belinda Bunnen Reusch worked to preserve their family's home and land as a public nature park in Buckhead.
LUCINDA BUNNEN’S LEGACY

Family land to become public park! Soon after Lucinda and Dr. Robert Bunnen bought a…

Betty and Robert Balentine received the Garden Club of America Cynthia Pratt Laughlin national medal for environmental protection.
PROTECTING THE WILDERNESS

Propagating endangered red spruce. As a boy, Robert Balentine loved gardening, hiking and camping— passions…

The Smith family pose in front of their new Chamblee bookstore, Wild Aster.
READ ALL ABOUT IT

INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE WELCOMES READERS TO CHAMBLEE. Grace and Tyler Smith opened Wild Aster Books in…

Golden sunsets are a highlight at The Swag, a mountaintop resort in western North Carolina.
HEAVEN ON EARTH

The Swag allures with hospitality and natural beauty in every direction. Legend has it that…

Nike Dunk Low Sneakers from Luxury Box ATL
JUST FOR DAD

Dad deserves more than a gift card to his favorite restaurant (again). Even if you…

Riding the rapids on the Animas River is a highlight of a summer visit to Durango. Photos: Courtesy of Visit Durango
DAZZLING DURANGO

This Colorado ski town is just as appealing sans snow! The rugged San Juan Mountains…

Jamie Lackey launched Helping Mamas to supply needed baby products.
FILLING A GAP

Providing moms with basic needs. As a new mom and social worker, Jamie Lackey was…

Emilie, Lauren and Samantha Scalise created Strides for Survivors tor raise funds for TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation.
TEEN SISTERS PAY IT FORWARD

Walk supports rehab center! After radiation, chemo and multiple surgeries, there are many months of…

Fashion a Cure chairs Ashley Whitehurst, Jennifer Roulet and Lynn Rankin
A STYLING EVENT

Fashion show celebrates people touched by cancer. In 2013, members of Friends of Winship were…

On May 10, the Betty League celebrates its fifth year of competition raising money for Crohn's & Colitis Foundation.
PLAY BALL

Hitting home runs year after year! Soon after Buckhead resident Amy Douglass’s 10-year old daughter,…

Board the Dollywood Express for a 20-minute trek through the foothills of the Great Smokies. All photos: Courtesy of The Dollywood Company
A TRIP DOWN DOLLY LANE

Exploring Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg as a family of four. As a native Floridian, I…

Backbone One Game Controller
POWER UP

Function meets flair with these luxe, gamer-approved accessories. Backbone One Game Controller ($99.99] For gamers…

Just a two-hour drive from Atlanta, Cloudland at McLemore Resort feels a world away.
IN THE CLOUDS

Pick your vacation speed at Cloudland at McLemore Resort! The closer we got to our…

The National Theatre is the capital's home for touring Broadway shows.
AROUND THE HOUSE

A weekend in D.C. revolves around sights near the White House. The highlights of Washington,…

Atlanta Women's Fund founder Kari Love conceived unique fund raising method.
EMPOWERING WOMEN AND GIRLS

Addressing barriers to success! In 1986, 10 women donated $10,000 each and founded the Atlanta…

FAMILY

Tips from our writers on traveling sanely with little kids. photo-tatyana_tomsikova
PLANES, TRAINS AND (HOPEFULLY NO) TANTRUMS

Tips from our writers on traveling sanely with little kids! Forget packing light. When you’re…

Dr. Phindile Chowa understands the challenges moms face during those first days and weeks after giving birth.
FIRST THINGS FIRST

Buckhead-based physician explains the importance of postpartum prep. You’ve set up the nursery. You’ve organized…

For several months in spring, summer and fall, kitten season overwhelms already crowded animal shelters with intake demands.
A TRYING TIME

How to help during the hectic kitten season. Kitten season, which lasts from spring to…

Six expert tips for preparing for college. photo: SDI Productions
PREP WORK

Six expert tips for preparing for college. Planning for college, from saving for tuition to…

photo: ElenaMist - tips for safe and effective summer outdoor workouts
TAKE IT OUTSIDE

Buckhead trainer offers tips for safe and effective summer outdoor workouts! It’s called Hotlanta for…

Beyond the Bars gives dogs and previously incarcerated men a second chance.
SECOND CHANCES

A canine training program helps rehabilitate the formerly incarcerated. In 2021, Susan Jacobs-Meadows started Beyond…

Tech-centric camps and lessons for kids in Atlanta : Photo - Khanchit Khirisutchalual
DECODING CODING

Tech-centric camps and lessons for kids! Learning to code is learning a new language, one…

Planning a funeral service for your loved one Photo: Jacob Wackerhausen
I WILL REMEMBER YOU

Planning a funeral service for your loved one. Losing someone is never easy. Of course,…

Lazy Dog Restaurant in Dunwoody offers a poochfriendly patio and menu.
LUCKY DOGS

Pup-friendly venues that go the extra mile! Atlanta offers a host of dog-welcoming locations, so…

Order Up Design organizer Mary Kathryn LaVallee in a client's garage.
A PLACE FOR SPACE

How to keep your garage tidy this spring. One of the greatest joys of spring…

How to help your elderly pets live their best lives
SENIOR STATUS

How to help your elderly pets live their best lives. We love our cats and…

Recruitment consultants help navigate sorority life
SISTER, SISTER

Recruitment consultants help navigate sorority life! Nowadays, many young people outsource stages of college prep…

Fix Georgia Pets
MOVING MOUNTAINS TO FIX GEORGIA

Most people don’t know that Georgia is ranked fifth throughout the United States for the…

A PATENT ADVANTAGE

Intellectual property attorney shares tips for securing a patent! In 2024, the U.S. Patent and…

Brandi B. Kenner, CEO, and Eudon Robinson, CTO, are co-founders of Village Nanny.
IT TAKES A VILLAGE

A new app offers vetted childcare for families’ diverse needs. Entrepreneurs Brandi B. Kenner, Ph.D.,…

WELCOME HOME

Introducing pets to your new bundle of joy! Pets are a part of the family.…

POINTED PRESCRIPTION

Acupuncture for your pet! Just as a growing number of humans turn to acupuncture to…

PIERCING PLAN

What to know about getting those first real earrings! Ear piercing is common in cultures…

The company sends out three seasonally themed boxes per year. Each comes with three shows and a surprise gift.
LITTLE FOOT FORWARD

Local entrepreneur Anne Arwood launches kids’ shoes subscription service! Kids outgrow their shoes in record…

The hurdles and rewards of being a veterinarian
A GRATIFYING PROFESSION

The hurdles and rewards of being a veterinarian. Becoming a veterinarian takes time—at least a…

SWEET PEACH WAX & SUGARING STUDIO photo: Deagreez
WAX OFF

Buckhead wax and sugaring artist offers tips for your first hair removal experience. The holidays…

CHANGING COURSE

Buckhead expert helps others manage career change. Bob Lewis was 36 years old when he…

RUFFIN’ IT

Outdoor adventures are even more fetching with Fido! Heading off to an adventure in the…

A beginner’s guide to orthodontics
BRACE YOURSELF

A beginner’s guide to orthodontics! Have you noticed that kids today are going to the…

Hiring a professional pet sitter
PET PEACE OF MIND

Hiring a professional pet sitter is good protocol! Our fur babies are members of our…

School of Rock Atlanta in Buckhead
MUSICAL NOTES

Advice on lessons for kids! Bringing music into a child’s life in different ways, from…

How to plan an estate sale with support from a professional
LET IT GO

How to plan an estate sale with support from a professional. Sara Schenck knows what…

ReadiVet Atlanta mobile vets spend a dedicated hour visiting with clients. photo: Courtney Eckdahl
MOBILE VETS FOR PETS

Eliminating the stress of a wellness visit! Most pets do not enjoy a trip to…

Kids at Play Areas Atlanta Buckhead
KIDS AT PLAY

5 local spots to let them loose! It’s summertime, and the living is not always…

LIVING

3. Doorman Designs dining table.
PRACTICAL POPS

A BUCKHEAD HOME PROVES COLORFUL CHOICES CAN BE BOTH STYLISH AND DURABLE! Olivia Head purchased…

Tibetan Sun in Ruby
SCHOOL OF COLOR

Primary colors get a sophisticated upgrade. Red, blue and yellow are no longer regulated to…

Lamp Arts Inc.
BRIGHT IDEAS

The art of the lamp. Lamps are easy to access online these days, but they’re…

Sandy Springs couple debuts decor line Cuvée Home
A PERFECT BLEND

A Sandy Springs couple debuts decor line Cuvée Home. Interior designer Bailey Ward always joked…

The North American debut of Polish artist Dominika Hofman
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – SEPTEMBER 2025

The North American debut of Polish artist Dominika Hofman is happening Sept. 28 at Impossible…

Swan House
A Legacy Rooted in Buckhead: 95 Years of Harry Norman, REALTORS®

Long before Buckhead became known for upscale shopping, luxury real estate, and high-rise living, it…

The Henry chandelier in the "Magnolia Room" is by Stray Dog Designs and was custom made to order out of paper mâché.
WRITING THEIR STORY

A CLOSE-KNIT FAMILY CREATES A HOME HAVEN IN SANDY SPRINGS! Once Sara Beth Upshaw and…

Jenna Gross, founder of Atlanta’s Colordrunk Designs
PAPER PRAGMATISM

Pointers on adding wallpaper to your space! Jenna Gross, founder of Atlanta’s Colordrunk Designs, grew…

Atlanta-based interior designer Susan Ferrier has partnered with Baker to launch her debut furniture line.
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – JULY / AUGUST 2025

Atlanta-based interior designer Susan Ferrier has partnered with Baker to launch her debut furniture line.…

Bunny Williams Friedrich Hand-Painted Chest
GO WEST

The warm and inviting spirit of the American West is the latest reference point for…

Estate sale whiz Elizabeth White Cook
THRILL OF THE HUNT

Estate sale whiz Elizabeth White Cook shares her tips! Buckhead resident Elizabeth White Cook has…

A custom dress painting by Carylon Cooper, gifted to Susan from her husband on their first Christmas in the house, presides over the sunlit foyer.
NEW BEGINNINGS

A COUPLE KICKS OFF THEIR MARRIAGE WITH A MEANINGFUL HOME RENOVATION! When fashion stylist Susan…

statement-making champagne stand by Varnish Collection
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – JUNE 2025

Find a reason to pop some bubbly and store it in this statement-making champagne stand…

Atlanta's Rook and Dash won in the Contract Design category. photo: Ali Harper Photography
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – JUNE 2025

ADAC 2025 Southeast Designers and Architect of the Year Awards! The winners of ADAC’s 2025…

Howard Finster Fish-2000
ON DECK

One of Pinterest’s biggest trends of 2025, the fisherman aesthetic, comes to life in home…

Archie Bolden founder Tara Dennis
BOLD STYLE

Archie Bolden founder Tara Dennis is making waves on Atlanta’s design landscape! Tara Dennis is…

POWERFUL PARTNERS

Nest Studio Collection and interior designer Laura Jenkins join forces! Two Atlanta design powerhouses, hardware…

Jaipur Living’s Iconic rug
CHOCOLATE HIP

Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, is the first shade of brown to gain…

Montreal Rattan Hanging Egg Chair
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – MAY 2025

Add whimsy to your outdoors with this Montreal Rattan Hanging Egg Chair. Woven around a…

Milieu founders Lizz and Chris McKay in their ADAC showroom
GAME-CHANGER

Milieu’s tables make game night gorgeous! Recreation rooms have been upgraded thanks to Buckhead-based game…

How to create an effective mood board. photo: Creativebird
DESIGN EFFICIENCY

How to create an effective mood board! Starting an interior design project can be daunting,…

The Belenkys spend most of their time in the living room, where most of the furnishings are new.
THE RIGHT FIT

SANDY SPRINGS EMPTY NESTERS FIND THE IDEAL SPACE FOR THEIR NEXT CHAPTER! Erik and Sally…

Swan Coach House Gallery
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – MAY 2025

From May 15 to July 31, the Swan Coach House Gallery is hosting The Summer…

Quintessential Kitchens and Collaborations by Matthew Quinn: Volume Three
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – MARCH / APRIL 2025

Atlanta-based designer Matthew Quinn has released his third book, Quintessential Kitchens and Collaborations by Matthew…

The charming living room is a cozy spot for the family to gather.
ENDURING CHARM

A FOREVER HOME IN PEACHTREE HILLS CARRIES HISTORICAL PANACHE AND INTENTIONAL CHOICES! When Nicole and…

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – MARCH / APRIL 2025

Get a taste of spring delivered to your doorstep with Via Citrus, a brand founded…

Brandon Barnett and Cameron Dotson help Atlantans embrace—and care for—greenery.
PLANT LIFE

Nerdy Plant Co. co-owners help Atlantans keep their house plants green and growing! People hire…

WILD SIDE

Local designer launches jungle-inspired rug collection. Atlanta designer Kevin Francis O’Gara founded his eponymous product…

Fisher Weisman Scroll Game Table
DESIGN LIKE IT’S 1999

The aesthetic of the late ’90s and the early 2000s has finally come full circle.…

Sarah Ebert Pressed Floral CEO
PRESERVING TIME

Pressed Floral CEO shares how she captures memories through flower mementos! Sarah Ebert was only…

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DELICIOUS

Creature Comforts’ latest foray into spirits includes the inaugural Glory Glory Bourbon, made in barrels sourced from Bardstown Bourbon Co.
SCHOOL SPIRIT

Cheers to the home team! Back-to-school season calls to mind freshly sharpened pencils, backpacks and…

Whole roasted fish is one of the signature experiences of Kyma. To go with it: Kale and a stew of giant white beans and tomatoes.
FEATURED RESTAURANTS – SEPTEMBER 2025
You can’t go wrong with a whole lobster, grilled to perfection and topped with crunchy brioche crumbs.

SWEET ESCAPE

CARMEL IS A FLAVORFUL GETAWAY FROM THE EVERYDAY! If I don’t have a trip to the Mediterranean planned or a Mexican beach getaway on the calendar, I find myself daydreaming about ultra-fresh…

CULTURE

HAPPENING

Big John’s Christmas Trees Celebrates 75 BIG Years

A Christmas tale… The real life story behind Big John’s Christmas Trees would make the perfect plot for a Hallmark movie. The hero, Jimbo Livaditis, and the heroine, Leigh Ann Childers, met…

Diamond Classics
The Best Holiday Gifts For Everyone On Your List

With the holidays around the corner, Diamonds Direct is thrilled to launch their annual holiday gift guide! It is one of the most exciting traditions, thoughtfully curated with you, your budget, and…

Porsche Experience Center Atlanta
SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY MEETS PORSCHE PERFORMANCE.

Porsche Experience Center Atlanta  Just a ten-minute drive from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the Porsche Experience Center (PEC) Atlanta is a truly unique playground for car enthusiasts and thrill-seekers where you can…

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Simply Buckhead PLAY BALL Cover story
PLAY BALL!

SPORTS STORIES FROM BUCKHEAD AND BEYOND! Sports culture has a foothold in Atlanta. This feature profiles Dyson Daniels, one of the Atlanta Hawks’ rising stars; discovers some lesser-known local pro teams; explores…

The Emerald Grande makes an excellent jumping off point for a weekend in Destin.
DIVING INTO DESTIN

The Florida Panhandle beach town makes a laidback, water-filled getaway. “Look at this shell, Mommy!” my daughter, Abby, squealed as her face popped out of the water. It was my six-year-old’s first…

Daniels is wearing a 50-carat total weight, straight-line diamond necklace, 8-carat total weight diamond studs and limited edition Hublot watch. Prices available on request at Universal Diamonds.
THIEF OF HAWKS

Dyson Daniels delivers defense and designs! When you’re an Australian who just became the 10th NBA player ever to average at least three steals per game, the nickname is almost too obvious:…

Dave’s Hot Chicken
FOOD NEWS – SEPTEMBER 2025

Late-night pop-up-turned fast-casual chain Dave’s Hot Chicken is now open in Sandy Springs. The menu offers hand-breaded, Nashville-style hot chicken available in seven heat levels. daveshotchicken.com Uno Mas Taqueria, an all-day taqueria…

The first segment of Sandy Springs’ Springway trail opened in late spring.
WALK ON

On May 2, stakeholders, city officials, partners and residents gathered at Morgan Falls Park to ceremoniously cut the ribbon to the Springway Trail. The 1.88-mile section of the multi-use paved pathway connects…

How to help your child keep a level head as a young athlete. photo: FG Trade
BALANCING ACT

How to help your child keep a level head as a young athlete. The average child who begins playing organized sports in elementary school, or earlier, tends to play for fewer than…

CHARITABLE

SAPREA GALA
SAPREA GALA

The InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta took on a distinctively French flair in early June when the 2025 Saprea Gala celebrated “An Evening in Paris.” More than 200 guests gathered to celebrate and support…

Models and guests pose by the pool
YACHT EXPERIENCE

For the second year, Natasha Simmons, CEO of the luxury resort wear company Yacht Club Access, hosted an intimate gathering in late June to showcase the brand’s latest fashions and to raise…

FASHION A CURE

The 13th Annual Friends of Winship Fashion a Cure glammed up the Piedmont Driving Club for an April afternoon of food and fun to benefit the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.…

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