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2016 Official Guide

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Join more than 16,000 runners and walkers for the world’s largest office party! p. 43

Hearts of Gold Local Olympians Swim for a Cure

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Testing 1-2-3 Genetic testing reveals health clues p. 49

Follow local Olympians on the road to Rio

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In every issue 08 From the Publisher

20 Best Health and Beauty

10 Note to Self

22 Best Family

12 Partners in Health

26 Best Fitness

15 Best Bulletin

54 Business News

16 Best Bites

55 Reader Resources

Go for Your Gold

Thoughts from the Editor Expert Information

New Ideas and Activities Healthy Eats and Treats

18 Best Fun

Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails

19 Fun Calendar

Enjoy Our Great City

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Look Good, Feel Great

Live Your Best Life Together Stay Strong and Active News to Know

Complete Guide to Our Advertising Partners

56 Best Cause

Tails of Hope: Canine CellMates

57 Give-Back Guide

Volunteer Opportunities

Pet Selfie Contest Winners take a bow-wowwow and win money for their pet charities p. 29

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Featured: Amanda Weir at Georgia Tech’s McAuley Aquatic Center Photography by: Catrina Maxwell (CatMax Photography)

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Go for Your Gold It’s hard to believe that over 20 years ago I sat at Underground Atlanta, along with some of the very people that work with me today at Atlanta Best Media, when the president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that the 1996 Olympic games had been awarded to “the city of Atlanta.”

That single moment in time is shared by so many of us. The following years of unprecedented growth and change built Atlanta into what it is today—a beautifully diverse city alive with energy and possibilities for the next 20 years to come!

As the 2016 Olympians strive for gold this month, we get ready for our own annual awards season... of sorts. This is the time of year you, our reader, get to tell us the professionals and businesses you feel should receive our Best of 2016 awards. These are people who go above and beyond to help us look and feel our very best.

Do you have a trainer who has helped motivate you into a healthier lifestyle or a therapist who has healed your aches and pains? Do you have a favorite give-back event or outdoor retreat? Nominate your favorites at bestselfatlanta.com through September 15th with opportunities in over one hundred different categories. Your favorites might earn a place among this year’s elite.

1) Research their credentials.

Many organizations only require payment to become accredited and do not screen applicants by skill or experience. Choose a cosmetic dentist who is accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Applicants must undergo a rigorous selection process that includes extensive continuing education, and presenting completed cosmetic cases for acceptance by industry experts.

2) Select the professor, not the student.

Your mouth is not the place for on the job training!

Choose a cosmetic dentist who performs smile transformations daily, and has the artistic skill needed to design a beautiful and natural looking smile.

3) Understand not all smile transformations are created equal.

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Coming in September Masters of Makeover – Meet Atlanta’s experts who bring their clients the very best in care — from mommy makeovers to amazing fitness transformations.

Farmer’s Friend – Meet Mary Blackmon of Farm Star Living and learn how her commitment to her family farm opened up a whole new career focus.

ADHD Challenges– We continue our brain health series with a look at updates on ADHD.

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Coming in October Join us for the Healthy Living Expo September 22 adjacent to Turner Field.

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note to self In April 2008, I picked up our chocolate lab, Gibson, from the groomer. As I waited for him a tiny, terrified dachshund shuffled over to me. The manager behind the counter said, “Isn’t she sweet?! She was abandoned by our dumpster.

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thing sat up on her bottom, begging. Soon, I arrived home with freshly fluffed Gibson on a leash and a new doxie in my lap—my kids ecstatic, my husband shaking his head in deference.

She was my spirit animal, Madame Cayenne Peppah, named as much for her spicy personality as for the reddish coat covering her diminutive, yet elongated, frame. Even as a writer, it’s difficult to find the words to describe our connection, but the term “symbiotic” feels most accurate. Cayenne seemed to read my mind, intuitively sensing my needs. She slept curled at my feet, awakened me with a nuzzle under my chin, sat on my towel while I showered and, when I grabbed my keys, ran to my car, jumping into a seat. When we snuggled into bed at night, she’d gaze at me lovingly and then let out a dramatic sigh of contentment before burrowing down into her preferred spot. We were constant companions. When she died in 2013, I resembled Linus from the Peanuts gang without his blue blanket, missing some of the warmth and softness in my life.

How does that happen? I’ve read theories about energy pulling people together through faith or karma or luck; maybe that energy transcends human interaction.

Oddly, loving Cayenne taught me the power of focused positivity—a nine-pound creature radiating joy, as though she’d set intention on that purpose. If a little lost dog can generate that much force, then what limitless opportunities exist for all of us?! With concentrated, constructive efforts, what could you build or achieve? With unceasing compassion and unconditional support, who could you help?

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Marietta Eye Clinic Dr. Ho is Board Certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and a member of the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology Society (AAPOS).

He is one of a very few ophthalmologists in the Atlanta area who work with both pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Ho specializes in advanced laser cataract surgery, as well as treatment of eye muscle conditions such as strabismus and amblyopia. Read more on pg. 53.

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After a brief hiatus for expansion, local craft brewery Second Self Beer Company has reopened its doors Jason Santamaria and Chris Doyle of and unveiled a Second Self Beer Company new tasting room designed by Square Feet Studio. The brewery will host weekly tours and tastings as well as other events like popup dinners with local chefs, comedy nights and even yoga classes followed by tastings—delightfully referred to as Yoga and Hoppiness.

Details: 1317 Logan Circle NW., Atlanta, GA 30318; secondselfbeer.com

Literary Losses Literary heavy-weights will celebrate the life and works of Atlanta native and renowned author Pat Conroy on September 2 at the keynote event of the 2016 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Decatur Book Festival presented by DeKalb Medical. Cassandra King Conroy and Rick Bragg, accompanied by friends and family, will share their favorite passages from Conroy’s works. A legend of late-20th-century Southern literature, Conroy penned, among many others, The Prince of Tides and The Great Santini, which were both developed into Oscar-nominated films.

Details: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts at Emory University, 1700 North Decatur Road Atlanta, GA 30322; decaturbookfestival.com

Make Healthy Happen It can start with a few slips, like opting for fries instead of fresh fruit or skipping that spin class, and before you know it the healthy habits you’ve worked so hard to create begin to lose their traction. Reinvigorate your passion for health at the Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education’s Healthy Living Day on August 28. Get inspired with food demonstrations, healthy living and nutrition seminars, a book fair and performances by the Atlanta Ballet’s own Wabi Sabi.

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Details: Bally Phipps Plaza, 3500 Peachtree Road NE; komenatlanta.org

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bestbites Peach-Blueberry Cobbler Dreamin’ As part of their 25th anniversary summer tour, Dave Matthews Band recently stopped by Atlanta. Inspired by Georgia’s signature fruit, DMB Head Chef Fiona Bohane created an original recipe for a summer treat using sweet peaches and Dreaming Tree Crush wine, aptly named after one of the band’s classic hits.

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1 pinch salt INGREDIENTS FOR TOPPING:

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

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1/3 cup sugar, plus 2 Tbsp

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1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon

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1/2 tsp ginger 1 pinch salt 6 Tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed 2/3 cup kefir, buttermilk or heavy cream, plus 2 Tbsp 1 tsp vanilla extract

4. Using a spoon or your hands, drop biscuits on top of filling. The topping covers most of the filling, but leave a small space between the biscuits to allow the heat to escape

5. Brush tops of biscuits with reserved kefir and sprinkle with remaining sugar 6. Bake for 40 minutes, until nicely browned and biscuits cooked through 7. Allow to cook for at least 30 minutes 8. Serve with ice cream Recipe courtesy of Fiona Bohane, head chef for Dave Matthews Band Details: dreamingtreewine.com

Refresh Recipes with Fresh Herbs Fresh herbs enhance flavor and aroma without adding any fat or salt. Mint is a refreshing herb that flourishes during early summer.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Strong4Life campaign suggests these cool ideas on hot summer days: Add mint leaves to water for an invigorating punch of flavor or chop mint leaves and sprinkle over cubed watermelon to make your melon pop.

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4. Fort McAllister, Richmond Hill Far to the east, the 3.1-mile Redbird Creek Trail loop cascades through salt marshes and coastal wetlands under a blanket of Spanish moss.

The 3.2-mile Mountain Creek Trail loop weaves a scenic route through Georgia’s largest state park. Get there around sunrise or sunset and you might see a deer grazing in forest glades or hear a woodpecker searching for a snack.

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6. High Falls, Jackson The breathtaking waterfall view and chance to cool off in the Towliga River rewards a moderately difficult 1.5-mile Falls Trail loop through hilly forests.

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7. Sweetwater Creek, Lithia Springs Whether on the 2-mile Red Trail loop or 5-mile White Trail loop, explore the ruins of the New Manchester Manufacturing Company, abandoned and destroyed at the end of the Civil War.

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Old Soldiers Day Race and Parade August 6 This celebration for veterans kicks off with an 8K road race at Wills Park and continues with a parade down Roswell Street complete with 150 floats, marching bands, classic cars, clowns and candy. awesomealpharetta.com

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August 6 Time to once again “root down and rise up” at the third annual event highlighting the Atlanta yoga scene while benefitting Centering Youth, a nonprofit bringing yoga and mindfulness to young people in the juvenile justice system. dirtysouthyogafest.com

Game Night at Sips Under the Sea August 12 Add a little friendly competition to your date night at Georgia Aquarium’s game edition of their monthly cocktails series. Play classic games while enjoying live music, cocktails and nibbles. georgiaaquarium.org

Piedmont Park Arts Festival August 13–14 This two-day arts festival features works from painters, photographers, sculptors, glassblowers, jewelers and crafters. Enjoy live music, artist demos, family-friendly play areas and healthy food options. piedmontparkartsfestival.com

Give Me Five August 14 This much anticipated culinary event brings together five of Georgia’s most talented chefs to prepare a five-course dinner complemented by wine selections from local sommeliers. ce.strength.org

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Urbana Wellness Spa’s combination of holistic healing, aesthetic rejuvenation and pampering creates a one-stop-shop destination for relaxation. In addition to traditional spa services, guests can enjoy Reiki energy healing, yoga and meditation classes, as well as a tea lounge featuring more than 100 international loose-leaf teas and a signature tea ceremony. Join their membership club for your pick of services each month and exclusive discounts.

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Brush Up on Technique Former model turned plastic surgery consultant Carol Martin knows a bit about beauty. After years of steering faces to beauty pros, Carol has created a new tool that puts the power of transformation in the hands of every woman. blendSMART™ is an automated rotating makeup brush system that features interchangeable heads for applying moisturizer, sunscreen, liquid foundation and even powder makeup, like blush and bronzer. Add this rotating brush into your beauty routine and take the guess work out of achieving seamless blending and flawless coverage.

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Beauty from Down Under Luxury Australian skincare brand, Auspect™ has made it stateside and presents all-natural ingredients with no mineral oils, parabens, artificial fragrances or animal-derived products.

Try out a starter kit including a gentle cleanser, exfoliator, serum and an intensive hydrator. Plus, travel-friendly packaging means no worries about bottles exploding in your bag.

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Atlanta-based Beauty Water™ is a female-owned company determined to offer a better source of hydration. In recent years, reports have revealed that bottled water can sometimes Nyssa Green just be purified tap water. Not Beauty Water! It’s produced with a 10-stage reverse-osmosis process to ensure cleaner, healthier and great-tasting water. “We stand firm behind providing superior water that is free of bacteria, microbes, lead, salt and pesticides,” says Vony-tza Cine, company president. Extra Tip: Put Beauty Water in a spritzer bottle and use as a hydrating mist. You could even add lavender or rosemary.

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5. Flip each frame over, insert the scrapbook paper with the design facing outward. Next place the cork in the frame and then place the frame back on and secure.

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8. Allow the frame formation to dry for 45 minutes.

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9. Using the staple gun, secure the rope to the back edges of each frame.

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4. Now, trace that 8x10” rectangle on back of each piece of scrapbook paper. Cut out.

11. Title each frame using small sheets of paper, markers and tape.

Armed with a glue gun and confetti, author and DIY expert Lynn Lilly inspires women and youth across the country to live a creative lifestyle through CraftBoxGirls.com, CBG TV on Apple TV, her weekly television segments on NBC’s Atlanta & Company and her brand-new book, Screen-Free Crafts Kids Will Love.

When Lynn is not crafting, you can find her teaching workshops, hosting DIY events across the country and spending time with her husband and three dogs.

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Pedal with Peachtree Ron Tarson, general manager of Westin Peachtree Plaza is one of the rare folks that actually enjoys his morning commute. In fact, Ron’s love of his scenic bike ride inspired Westin Peachtree Plaza’s latest fitness amenity, Bike Concierge—guided fitness rides that explore local sites like the BeltLine, Freedom Parkway, the Jackson Street Bridge and the Martin Luther King Memorial. The hotel has also partnered with Bicycle Tours of Atlanta to offer group rides for those looking for a more relaxed sightseeing experience.

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Raising the Bar Don’t let those clanging weights at the new East Atlanta Barbell Club intimidate you. Lead by USA Powerlifting Club Coach Lis Saunders, Savannah Weightlifting Team member Robert Hall, and local weightlifter Jim Chambers, the club provides a welcoming space for longtime lifters and those just getting started. They’ve settled into a great space and already plan future projects—including partnering this fall with physical therapist and movement specialist Lauren Polivka and her nonprofit, Lift with Passion, to launch a free strength-training program for young women.

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Time to Train While the Jeff Galloway Race Weekend may still be months away, the time to start training is now. For the first time ever, race participants can take advantage of a customized training program. To help make sure all runners have as safe and enjoyable a running journey as possible, newbie and experienced runners alike can benefit from incorporating a personalized training schedule for the upcoming race. The training program also includes drills for form improvement, a Jeff Galloway training e-book and weekly video chats with Galloway Training Directors.

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Warmer temps can often motivate us to get more active, but sometimes we need an extra push to stay on track.

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From the very second Kelley Pierce laid eyes on Miss Lola, she knew that precious, irresistibly cute, wiggly little creature, with a cinnamon bun tail and eyes on opposite sides of her head had captured a piece of her heart. She says she is thankful every day for “this sweet and gentle pug who’s responsible for so much joy and laughter and whose unconditional love inspires, encourages and lifts me, and so many others, up each day!” At 13 years young, Miss Lola just might be one of the most stylish pugs you’ll meet. She recently won a pug “Dress & Impress” contest at a Pug & Mug event in Virginia-Highland—and that’s just the start. Miss Lola looks forward to getting into modeling, creating her first pugcalendar and being featured in her very own book. Her latest escapade was trying her “paw” at riding skateboards. But Miss Lola isn’t all about looks and adventure, says Pierce. She is also American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizencertified and enjoys serving the community as a therapy dog with Happy Tails Pet Therapy. Although Miss Lola herself wasn’t an adopted rescue, since bringing her into her home Pierce has become a staunch adoption supporter, which is why she chose Puglanta Dog Rescue to receive the first place prize money. “I feel adoption provides a pet with a chance to experience love that they otherwise may never have the opportunity to know.” Fans of Miss Lola can follow her Facebook page “Miss Lola The Pug” to see what she’ll be up to next.

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Second Place Winner Sheila Jordan and Nash Awarded $150 for Atlanta Pet Rescue and Adoption

Sheila Jordan often jokes that her Yorkie/ Poodle mix, Nash, “has no clue he is a dog.” When the two of them aren’t exploring the city, Nash can be found squeezing in quality time with his neighborhood best friend, who just so happens to be a cat, or chasing the ever-elusive “dot.” The two recently celebrated the second anniversary of Nash’s adoption from Atlanta Pet Rescue and Adoption (APRA). Jordan reminisces on how helpful APRA was during the process of bringing Nash home. “It was great! APRA ensures that their rescues are going to loving homes that are dedicated to the well-being of the pets. They also act as a resource to help with any needs that might arise once you take your furbaby home.” Thankful for the joy Nash has brought into her life through adoption, donating prize money to APRA to assist with finding homes for other pets was a no-brainer to Jordan. She says, “Animals may be voiceless, but their souls speak volumes. Being able to do my part in making a difference in the life of such a sweet angel was my motivation [to adopt].”

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Every birthday is special, but the year Barb Murphy received Cora as a surprise gift from her husband and stepson was extra special. Not only is Barb a longtime pet lover, she’s also a huge adoption supporter. So when her husband and stepson decided to surprise her with a pet, they knew adoption was the way to go. “There are too many animals out there that need to find their forever home and too many animal shelters that need help,” says Murphy. They brought Cora home from a Planned Pethood event at PetSmart and her spunky personality quickly made her a favorite of the whole family.

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Temperatures may have reached 60 that day, barely, and the lake water wasn’t much warmer. While setting up the weekend event, organizers were pummeled by heavy rain and wind. Buoys flew all over the place as the course was being marked, and rain seeped through tent roofs onto volunteers below.

By the day of the swim, the volunteers were covered in mud up to their knees. They pulled the event off, though, even managing to decorate the grounds with reminders of why everyone was there. Yard signs, each with a picture of the face of a child battling cancer, were everywhere.

Current Olympic superstar Amanda Weir and two gold-medal winners of the past, Steve Lundquist and Doug Gjertsen, were among the volunteers. Weir, a product of Brookwood High School in Lawrenceville, started the summer in a position to earn a spot on the U.S. Olympic team for the third time. Lundquist won a pair of gold medals in the 1984 Summer Games in Los Angeles, and Gjertsen won two gold medals at the 1988 Summer Games in Seoul. The trio of Olympians had never met before getting involved in the Atlanta chapter of Swim Across America. Lundquist and Gjertsen even lived in the same area near Lake Spivey, but didn’t know each other.

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“We all kind of met through Swim Across America,” Lundquist explains. “And that’s cool. Swim Across America has brought a lot of Olympians into my life that I would never have had a chance to meet. It’s fun to get to know them and do some good charity work as well.”

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and remembers learning of his classmate’s diagnosis of kidney cancer around Christmas. By Valentine’s Day, his friend’s hair was gone. In April, he passed away. It was the first time Gjertsen had lost a friend to cancer.

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The Atlanta branch of shows off the size of her bling to Doug Gjertsen (left) and Steve Lundquist.

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Now in its fourth year, the Atlanta open swim has outgrown Lake Spivey and, for the first time, will be held at Lake Lanier on September 17. The 2016 Olympic Summer Games, which kick off in August in Brazil, always produce a boost in the public’s interest in swimming, so the event has a chance to grow even more this year.

Weir, a sprinter who prefers to follow the black line across the bottom of the pool rather than swim in open water, is committed to September’s swim. She is heavily involved in growing swimming throughout the metro area and says she’s around high-school swimmers every day.

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Genetic testing is a broad term covering a variety of purposes. The forensics testing used in criminal investigations identifies DNA in blood at the scene of a crime.

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“Between ages 3-4 is ideal because at that age they’re still young enough that if we catch something it’s quite treatable,” says Charles Ho, MD, of Marietta Eye Clinic. He stresses that routine eye exams are critical for children, because the reliance solely on symptoms to determine when to see an eye care specialist can lead to common eye problems going overlooked.

In newborns Dr. Ho says he often sees nasolacrimal duct obstruction, which prevents tears from draining. For older children, poor development of one eye, amblyopia, can be a common issue. Amblyopia can cause Charles Ho, MD farsightedness, nearsightedness, Marietta Eye Clinic astigmatism and/or a difference in the power of the eyes, called anisometropia. Due to the fact that amblyopia is caused by a deeper level of lack of visual

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When the time comes to select an eye care provider for children Dr. Ho and his pediatric optometry team member Katerin Ortiz, OD, both suggest looking for an ophthalmologist certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology Society (AAPOS) or an optometrist who has completed a pediatric residency.

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Kayal Dermatology & Skin Cancer Specialists held a ribboncutting ceremony with the Cobb County Chamber of Commerce in celebration of the opening of a new Marietta office location. For more than 13 years, Kayal has provided cost-effective, high-quality private dermatology services in northwest Georgia. kayaldermatology.com Piedmont Atlanta has received the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines–Stroke Gold Plus Achievement Award with Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus. “The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association recognize Piedmont Atlanta for its commitment to stroke care,” said Paul Heidenreich, MD, MS, national chairman of the Get With The Guidelines Steering Committee and professor of medicine at Stanford University. piedmont.org The Atlanta Falcons recently donated $30,700 to the Northside Hospital Foundation in support of their work with cancer patients. The team presented the check during the groundbreaking celebration of the new Northside Hospital East Cobb Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback D.J. Shockley, Northside Hospital Foundation’s Freda Hardage Medical Center. and current Falcons placekicker Matt Bryant during northside.com/ a check presentation at the Northside Hospital foundation East Cobb groundbreaking ceremony.

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He explained to Susan that a former friend had recently been arrested in a large-scale drug bust … and he recognized that he could have been there too, had it not been for Canine CellMates.

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There are always opportunities to help with adoption coordination, dog fostering, dog transportation, community outreach, program coordinating, event planning and fundraising.

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Susan started the program after learning about similar efforts in other parts of the country and, by 2013, had developed this partnership in conjuction with Fulton County’s Sheriff’s Department, Fulton County Jail and

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COOL DADS ROCK SOAP BOX DERBY Derby dads and kids show off their soapbox racecar creations at the 4th annual Cool Dads Rock Soap Box Derby.

Speed demons are invited to watch the friendly competition at Old Fourth Ward Park. cooldadsrock.com

EATS & BEATS Some of Atlanta’s most popular restaurants fill a spectacular evening with food and wine at the 5th annual Eats & Beats event, donating 100% of the proceeds to Children of Conservation and The Giving Kitchen. childrenofconservation.org

August 13 MEDSHARE INTERNATIONAL’S KALEIDOSCOPE GALA Take a trip around the world through international cuisine and live entertainment at MedShare’s fundraising gala at The Foundry at Puritan Mill. For nearly 20 years, MedShare has been providing lifesaving medical supplies and equipment to 97 countries. atlantaeventful.com

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grow their food. Enjoy food and beer from local restaurants while raising funds to support farmers recovering from damage by natural disasters. thefarmerfund.org

August 27 CHRIS TUCKER FOUNDATION 2016 CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT Take to the green at this golf tournament benefitting the Chris Tucker Foundation and its mission to support local programs supporting youth locally, nationally and abroad. christucker.com

WALK, WAG, N’ RUN 5K RUN & 1K FUN RUN Bring your four-legged friend along for this fun run and 2017 Peachtree Road Race qualifier benefiting Ahimsa House and victims of domestic violence. This course takes a scenic route to the finish in Lenox Park. ahimsahouse.org

THE ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK 5K Starting at midnight at Town Center Mall, run a rock-n-roll route, jamming along to music selections from the 50s–90s. Then enjoy the big finish with a huge post party—all supporting Enduring Hearts’ efforts to fund research for advancement in pediatic heart transplants. enduringhearts.org

August 29 JEFFREY FASHION CARES Jeffrey Fashion Cares glams it up at Phipps Plaza with a pre-show cocktail reception, auctions and runway show. Over the past 23 years the show has become one of largest fundraisers in Atlanta for AIDS and breast cancer research, benefiting Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta and the Atlanta AIDS Fund (AAF). jeffreyfashioncares.com

AREA 13.1 HALF MARATHON Get out your glow sticks and become a true ATLien at this nighttime half marathon through parts of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Morgan Falls Reservoir. This race helps support Bwanali Chipole Victory, Inc., a nonprofit that feeds and educates children in Malawi, Africa. alienhalf.com

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August 20 MAGNOLIA RUN This family-friendly run and walk at Perimeter Mall benefits the Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia. Each year, the EFGA honors runners/walkers with epilepsy with a special purple shirt. epilepsyga.org

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