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Avalon Personalizes the Holiday Experience Avalon recently announced its 2015 holiday event lineup, including The Lighting of Avalon, Avalon on Ice and Santa at Avalon, presented by Northside Hospital. The award-winning Santa at Avalon will use special RFID technology to create magical experiences for children of all ages. RFID is an enabling technology that helps Avalon seamlessly deliver personalized experiences. Parents can stop by Concierge or go online to register their children and pick up an “I Am Santa’s Gift” tag.
The registration form includes questions about the child’s name, age, Christmas wishes and even an option to enter requests such as: clean their room, stop fighting with siblings, etc. When the child approaches with the tag, Santa’s iPad – hidden inside his Naughty or Nice book – populates with the child’s registration form, allowing for a magical conversation between Santa and the child. Avalon successfully introduced RFID technology to its Santa House in November 2014. Read more, Page 31
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Winter Wonderland
Tested tough on some of the best mountains on the planet Columbia Columbia Sportswear’s Titanium Collection of outerwear, sportswear, footwear, and accessories is constructed with premium fabrics, innovative technologies, and deep feature sets. The collection boasts the perfect blend of tech, highest-quality materials, and uncompromising style to create products that are equally at home jibbing an urban rail, ripping big-mountain lines in the side country, or cold-weather training for a new adventure. You can shop the new collection at Columbia Sportswear’s store at Avalon. Columbia, Avalon 4120 Avalon Blvd. Alpharetta, GA., 678-713-7977 • www.columbia.com
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Fashionable footwear Marmi Passionate about women’s fine footwear, Marmi opened its first specialty boutique in 1986 and has rapidly grown into a recognizable leader in fashionable, European influenced footwear and accessories. We pride ourselves in providing unparalleled customer service to our shoppers. Our highly trained sales associates are here to offer styling advice, and help you find shoes that are not only comfortable but the right size for the best fit. The attention to detail and uniqueness of our shoes, along with the broad selection of sizes and widths, allows Marmi to stand apart from other shoe and department stores. Marmi delivers great designs for all occasions in the top 2015 Fall trends; boots & booties, classic pumps, color blocking, cutout designs, and athletic inspired silhouettes.
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No Cuts. No Color. Just Blowouts Drybar Drybar is a refreshingly simple concept: No Cuts. No Color. Just Blowouts, for only $40. One of the best parts about Drybar, besides the awesome blowouts, is the experience. Unlike a traditional salon, at Drybar you sit at a beautifully appointed bar while watching chick flicks and being served complimentary beverages. They’re known for their top-of-the line customer service and relentless focus on making every client they see look and feel like a million bucks. With over 40 locations, two here in Atlanta, Drybar Alpharetta-Avalon,4155 Avalon Blvd and Drybar Buckhead, 102 West Paces Ferry Rd NW. Drybar Alpharetta offers a private VIP Room with 4 styling chairs - perfect for small parties! Drybar also has their own product line crafted for the perfect blowout at home; it’s available for purchase in their shops, online, Sephora and QVC.
The timeless art of living well Multi-family Residences Come home to a community unlike any other—a Haven of one-and twobedroom apartment homes in a selection of three rich interior finishes. Take advantage of every amenity you can imagine along with Concierge service that delivers the best of the Avalon lifestyle— timesaving, life-enhancing, resort-level luxuries—right to your doorstep. Finally, open the door to walkability; simply stroll down the boulevard for the best of shopping, dining and fun at the center of it all.
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Currently leasing a variety of distinctive one- and two-bedroom apartment options, all with access to the best Avalon has to offer, Haven is more than modern luxury living. It’s a place to call home. 855-912-8154 leasinginfo@havenatavalon.com
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Get Fit. Have Fun! Flywheel Sports Alpharetta Join us and FLY into the holiday season! Flywheel is a complete indoor cycling experience set to music and tracked with innovative technology that lets you view your progress in real time and over time. Flywheel provides you with all the tools you need to set goals and achieve them. Our Alpharetta studio also features FlyBarre, a total body sculpting workout that is the perfect complement to cycling. Thanks to our welcoming, supportive atmosphere and highly trained instructors, classes at Flywheel produce amazing results, which keep riders coming back for more. Flywheel Sports Alpharetta 2100 Avalon Blvd Alpharetta, GA 30009 678.701.1191 alpharetta@flywheelsports.com
‘Tis the season to find your center… Exhale Exhale Avalon›s Core Fusion classes are heart-pumping, energy-inducing workouts focused on core strength and mindfulness through barre, yoga, interval training, sports conditioning and cardio. It’s the perfect way to find balance in a busy holiday season New guests enjoy two classes for the price of one — so what are you waiting for? Your transformation begins at info.exhalespa.com/2for1ATL. exhale Avalon 5192 Avalon Blvd Alpharetta, GA 30009 770.282.3073 (On the back side of building 5000, around the corner from Regal Cinemas)
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Experience Avalon this Holiday season Continued from cover In May 2015, the innovative Santa experience won the highest honor of MAXI awards from the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). “We take great care in creating the perfect Santa experience for our guests. This could be a child who has anticipated his or her first meeting with Santa with great wonder and excitement, or it could be a doubtful 8-yearold who needs his or her belief in Christmas magic restored,” said Carla Toro, Director of Marketing at Avalon. “From the magic of Santa to our dazzling ice skating rink and 30-foot Christmas tree, the holidays at Avalon will surely delight guests and residents of all ages.” Last year, Avalon’s ice skating rink saw five marriage proposals and the Lighting of Avalon welcomed thousands of guests. A full list of 2015 events is detailed below. For the most current information, visit experienceavalon.com. The Lighting of Avalon On Nov. 22, get in the holiday spirit with festive music and free activities for the whole family. At sunset, Avalon’s 30-foot Christmas tree will light up and the evening will culminate with the arrival of Santa Claus. Holiday activities include: 11 a.m. to noon: Children’s scavenger hunt to find Santa’s reindeer. Noon to 4 p.m.: Activities on Avalon Boulevard and in participating retail locations, including ornament making, face painting, crafts, hot chocolate, reindeer and more. 2:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Live entertainment in the Living Room by Yacht Rock Schooner, Bogey and the Viceroys, fireworks and more. Avalon on Ice Lace up your skates and glide on ice at Avalon’s very own skating rink starting Nov. 22 through Jan. 24. Inspired by The Rink at Rockefeller Center, Avalon on Ice is open weekdays from 3:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. Admission is $18, and children under 12 can skate for $12 Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Price includes skate rental. Santa at Avalon Bring the little ones – and the older ones who may need a dose of Christmas magic - for an unforgettable Santa experience. Remember to register your child for a personalized visit beforehand at Concierge or online. Photos with Santa begin Nov. 23 through Dec. 24. Special Santa events include: Story Time with Santa: Nov. 23 and Nov. 24 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. $5 for children. Pre-registration required through Concierge. Breakfast with Santa at Goldberg’s: Dec. 12 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. $10 for children, $15 for adults. Pre-registration required through Concierge. Santa Cares: Dec. 6 at 10 a.m. Santa will visit with special needs children in a controlled, sensory-free
environment. The event will benefit the Lionhart School. Pet Nights: Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Grab your fur baby and take a photo with Santa at dog-friendly Avalon. Black Friday Black Friday shopping doesn’t have to be a hassle. Come enjoy your shopping experience at Avalon on Nov. 27. With a bevy of retailers like Anthropologie, Madewell, Johnnywas and Bonobos, guests can do their holiday shopping then settle in for a meal or drink at The El Felix or Colletta, a coffee at Caffe Antico or relax in front of the fire in The Plaza. Visit Concierge for information on the best Black Friday deals. The first 50 shoppers to visit concierge at 9 a.m. will receive a “not-to-miss” Black Friday survival kit filled with the essentials for a full day of shopping provided by Avalon’s retailers and restaurants.
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The Perfect Holiday is presented by
mark your calendar! The Lighting of Avalon Sunday, November 22nd Noon – 8PM This family-friendly event for all ages will feature seasonal music, entertainment throughout the day, and free activities!
Monday - Friday 3:30PM– 10PM
Sunday – Thursday Noon – 7PM
Sunday 10AM – 10PM
November 22nd through January 24th
Sunday Noon- 7PM
November 23 through December 24th
Friday – Saturday 10AM-8PM
for details visit ExperienceAvalon.com 2200 Avalon Boulevard | Alpharetta, GA 30009
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