Nicole Letts

Wellness columnist at Simply Buckhead and dog columnist at Atlanta Pet Life. Lifestyle writer specializing in women's interests, travel, people and interiors.

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It's not Christmas without Atlanta Ballet's performance of The Nutcracker.
FAVORITE PLACES TO FEEL THE SEASONAL SPIRIT

Where to go and what to see to make the most of the most wonderful…

Platinum-selling country artist Walker Hayes
SOUTHERN ACOUSTICS

Walker Hayes unplugged! Platinum-selling country artist Walker Hayes will perform an exclusive acoustic concert at…

Bubble Planet takes Doraville
POP-UP

Bubble Planet takes Doraville. Experience a whimsical journey at Bubble Planet, an immersive pop-up attraction…

MORGAN FALLS OVERLOOK PARK INTRODUCES INTERACTIVE BIRDING
TECHNOLOGY SOARS

MORGAN FALLS OVERLOOK PARK INTRODUCES INTERACTIVE BIRDING! Sandy Springs has installed a cutting-edge digital display…

Volunteers pack boxes for the Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child initiative.
FAVORITE WAYS TO GIVE BACK

Give the gift of comfort and joy! While the spirit of giving runs deep during…

A selection of clothing, accessories and other personal items once belonging to André Leon Talley will be on display at SCAD until March 1, 2026.
FRONT ROW FASHION

SCAD PRESENTS ANDRÉ LEON TALLEY EXHIBIT. The Savannah College of Art and Design is celebrating…

Psurro iFly takes skydiving indoors for the ultimate all-weather, no planes required experience.
GIFTS THAT BEAT ANY BOX UNDER THE TREE

These adventurous experiences push the limit! Forget predictable presents like candles and gift cards. By…

MODA's summer Design Camp is for curious creators ages 6-18. Hands-on experiences invite them to design buildings and neighborhoods. Registration for 2026 camps opens in December. photo: James Ly, Courtesy of MODA
GROWING UP

Where to get your budding architect involved in Atlanta and beyond. Does your kiddo enjoy…

KIDS' HAIR SALON BRINGS SPECIALTY SERVICES TO PEACHTREE BATTLE
STYLING & PROFILING

KIDS’ HAIR SALON BRINGS SPECIALTY SERVICES TO PEACHTREE BATTLE. Sit Still, a salon specifically for…

Girls on the Run Georgia's Shimmer & Shine Soirée
RUNNING TOWARDS BIG GOALS

Girls on the Run celebrates 25 years! Join Girls on the Run Georgia’s Shimmer &…

The expansive covered patio provides ample space for the family to gather around the fire or at the dining table.
HEIRLOOM QUALITY

A DUNWOODY FAMILY WEAVES CHERISHED MEMORIES INTO THEIR RENOVATION! The Abram home looks as though…

L.E.A.D. launched in 2007 with 18 teenage boys and a vision; today, the organization operates year-round, impacting hundreds of youth annually.
ANSWERING THE CALL

Empowering youth through baseball! According to former professional baseball player C.J. Stewart, “If you’re born…

The first bells for Oglethorpe were a gift from Harriet "Hattie" Harwell Wilson High of the same fame as the High Museum of Art.
GOTHIC GEM

The Architectural Legacy of Oglethorpe University. Drive north on Peachtree Road through Brookhaven, and you…

More than 100 cars will be on display throughout the day.
BBQ FOR A CAUSE

16 YEARS OF FUNDRAISING FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS. Choate Construction Company is preparing to host its…

Brookhaven International Festival
IT’S A SMALL WORLD

Brookhaven International Festival returns! Travel the world without leaving Brookhaven at the 2025 Brookhaven International…

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…

Brookhaven Bird Bam Weekend Returns
RACK IT!

Brookhaven Bird Bam Weekend Returns! After a wildly successful Bird Bam day last summer, Brookhaven…

The 10th annual Hope Ball will raise money for American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge. Photos: Kim Evans
A DECADE OF HOPE

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S FUNDRAISING GALA. The American Cancer Society is gearing up for its 10th…

Linnentown: The Musical
ENCORE PERFORMANCE

Musical proceeds will support new African-American history center in Athens. Following a successful debut, Linnentown:…

3. Doorman Designs dining table.
PRACTICAL POPS

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

New needlepoint stitchers can take beginner classes at Nimble Needle in Sandy Springs. Photos: Courtesy of Meg Daws
ON POINT

BEGINNER NEEDLEPOINT CLASSES AT SANDY SPRINGS SHOP. The Nimble Needle in Sandy Springs, owned by…

John Smoltz, (second from right) former Atlanta Braves pitcher and member of the Baseball Hall of Fame, poses at his annual golf tournament.
FOR[E] THE KIDS

John Smoltz heads Celebrity-Am golf tournament. The 33rd annual John Smoltz Braves Celebrity-Am golf tournament…

Distillery of Modern Art launched indepth bourbon and rye tours in May.
WHISKEY-FOCUSED TOURS

Chamblee distillery unveils new tours and tastings! Distillery of Modern Art, led by CEO and…

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…

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…

Mingle with fellow history buffs during happy hour at the Atlanta History Center in Buckhead.
SHAKEN AND STIRRED

History on the Rocks happy hour at Cyclorama. Have your own night at the museum…

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…

Give a donation to CHOA and get admission to The Springs' kid-friendly movies this summer.
NOW SHOWING

THE SPRINGS CINEMA OFFERS AFFORDABLE SUMMER FUN! When Brandt Gully purchased Lefont Sandy Springs in…

Dale Chihuly's Parterre Fountain Installation is an iconic piece of art at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens.
ATLANTA’S NOT-SO-SECRET GARDENS

Meander manicured pathways and dense forests without leaving the city! Atlanta cultivates lasting beauty within…

Guests rub elbows with authors at Buckhead Art & Co.
AUTHORS AND ART

Victoria Christopher Murray at Buckhead Art & Co. Each month, gallery owner Karimah McFarlane welcomes…