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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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…

Spend a long weekend searching for one-of-akind antiques in Thomasville.
FINDING TREASURE IN THOMASVILLE

South Georgia is a honey hole for antique-hunters! Why compete to antique in Atlanta when…

Sandy Springs live music Sundays
AMPED UP

Sandy Springs live music Sundays! The city of Sandy Springs is hosting its annual Concerts…

Samantha Bee - photo James Macari
HOT FLASH HAPPY HOUR

Laughs about life at City Winery! Samantha Bee, the Emmy Award-winning host of “Full Frontal…

Grant's Lounge is a live music venue, restaurant and bar where musical giants and newcomers regularly perform. photo: Russ Cambell Photohtaphy
ON THE MUSIC TRAIL IN MACON

Step into record history in central Georgia! Little Richard, Waylon Jennings and Dickey Betts are…

Secluded Intown Treehouse Airbnb
ON HIGHER GROUND IN BUCKHEAD

A whimsical treehouse continues to draw visitors almost a decade after its first guest! When…

DUNWOODY ENTREPRENEUR’S CONTEMPORARY CRAFTING CLASSES
SEW COOL

DUNWOODY ENTREPRENEUR’S CONTEMPORARY CRAFTING CLASSES! Justus Keaton is a Jane of all trades. She consults…

FILMING MEMORIES FOR SOCIAL MEDIA-SAVVY BRIDES
WEDDINGS ON THE WEB

FILMING MEMORIES FOR SOCIAL MEDIA-SAVVY BRIDES! Lacee Tarter, president and founder of marketing firm Kay…

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…

Sandy Springs residents and visitors are invited to dine at the city's more than 120 restaurants along Roswell Road.
A FREEWAY OF FOOD

SANDY SPRINGS LAUNCHES ITS RESTAURANT ROW. Visit Sandy Springs has introduced Restaurant Row in an…

Maintaining a healthier home is easier than you think. photo: AleksandarGeorgiev
10 EASY SWITCHES TO MAKE YOUR HOME LESS TOXIC

Local experts share tips for creating a healthier home! Parabens, phthalates and pesticides, oh my!…

Gherardini's The Annunciation to the Immaculate Virgin
ITALY IN ATHENS

Florentine Baroque Art on view. The Georgia Museum of Art in Athens is hosting Beyond…

O.A.R. brings their decades of hits to the Cherry Blossom Festival this March.
BEATS IN BROOKHAVEN

O.A.R. & BOYZ II MEN TO HEADLINE CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL! The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival…

Bodacious Blooms Flower Festival
FABULOUS FLORALS

Bodacious Blooms arrives in Buckhead! Buckhead Village will be transformed into a vibrant floral garden…

The Atlanta History Center's new Goizueta Children’s Experience is designed to introduce kids to several iconic Atlanta landmarks.
A WHOLE NEW WORLD

ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER INTRODUCES NEW IMMERSIVE CHILDREN’S EXPERIENCE! The Atlanta History Center in Buckhead will…

The King Center hosts a series of events each January commemorating the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
CELEBRATING CIVIL RIGHTS

Recognizing the impact of Martin Luther King Jr. The King Center, situated within the historic…

Designed by Melanie Millner, this residence on the Chattahoochee River is one of the five homes on the Cathedral Giving by Design Tour of Homes. Photo: Emily Followill
DECOR & MORE

DESIGN ENTHUSIASTS GATHER FOR CATHEDRAL GIVING BY DESIGN. As January melts into February, head indoors…

Attendees of Gary Deutsch's lecture at the Atlanta History Center are invited to participate in a hands-on genealogy workshop.
BOUNTIFUL BRANCHES

Conversations about Jewish genealogy in Buckhead. Presented in partnership with The Breman Museum, the Atlanta…

The iconic Pink Pig is back for 2024
PIG OUT

The iconic Pink Pig is back for 2024! Another generation can participate in one of…

Shark's Tooth Golf Course and Camp Creek Golf course, both accessible for Camp Creek Inn guests, were designed by Greg Norman and Tom Fazio, respectively.
CROWD-FREE CHARM

Camp Creek Inn on 30A is blissfully calm. I’ve been keeping an eye on Camp…

Charleston-based restaurateurs Mickey Bakst and Steve Palmer founded Ben's Friends in 2016. Palmer is an Atlanta-native and is the founder of Indigo Road Hospitality Group.
SUPPORT FOR SOBRIETY

BEN’S FRIENDS LAUNCHES MEETINGS IN BUCKHEAD. Ben’s Friends is a support organization for food and…

The St. Regis Atlanta hosts a slew of holiday events including a pop-up boutique with gifts and decor from Lucy's Market. Photos: Hannah Forsberg
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

A winter wonderland awaits at the St. Regis. Once again, The St. Regis Atlanta transforms…

Pro tips for hosting a themed holiday party for kids
SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER

Pro tips for hosting a themed holiday party for kids! Over the years, Jasmine Shah,…

WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE
WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE

THREE NEW-TO-MARKET SHOPS! Buckhead Village has seen a slew of openings over the past several…

JOHN WIELAND photo: Courtesy of The Wilbert Group
BUILDING A LEGACY

JOHN WIELAND SHARES HIS PASSION FOR FINE ART AND HIS PLANS FOR HIS COLLECTION’S FUTURE.…

Fill your souvenir wine glass at the Sandy Springs Wine Festival.
CUPS RUNNETH OVER

SANDY SPRINGS WINE FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS MONTH! Savor the flavors at the Sandy Springs Wine…