Perimeter North March 2015

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n this Arts & Entertainment issue, we remind you of the beautiful and eye-opening cultural opportunities all around us, so close to home. Fortresses like the High Museum of Art Atlanta (MODA), Atlanta History Center and Woodruff Arts Center offer up accessible possibilities to brighten and enlighten. The Williams-Payne House and Museum at Heritage Sandy Springs, Spruill Center for the Arts and Katz Family Mainstreet Gallery at the MJCCA are around the corner too.

If you haven’t been to MODA (across the street from The High), make a point of spending an hour there with your family this month to experience their show, Sustainable Shelter: Dwelling Within The Forces Of Nature. It is interactive and will inspire you.

They offer classes for kids too (register now for next month’s spring break camps). Get a taste of the show in Carrie Whitney’s Parting Thoughts.

We always love bringing you stories about neighbors who make giving a priority. This month, we found musicians who take their rock and roll into hospitals and homes to cheer children. Sandy Springs natives Bo Wilkins and Scott “Ski” Feinstein are joining forces with their friend Josh Rifkind to host an afternoon of good food and fundraising for Songs For Kids, founded in 2007 with the mission to enrich the lives of children suffering from illness and hardship. They are charming!

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contributing photographers Malika Bowling, Scott Hespen, Paige Crawford, Sara Hanna Published monthly, subscriptions are also available for $22 for 1 year, $39 for 2 years by visiting PerimeterNorthLifestyle.com

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Your Neighbor

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Driver’s Notebook

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

18 Encore Eats

Discover these late night bites around town.

20 It’s a Wrap

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Around Town SKATE SANDY SPRINGS Center Ice Arena welcomes skaters to the 36,000-squarefoot rink for fun, lessons, hockey and clinics for kids and adults.

Perimeter North Lifestyle attended the ribbon cutting for the facility on Roswell Rd. Public skate sessions are offered daily, sometimes twice. Check CenterIceArena.org for the complete schedule.

SUMMERTIME AT DNC Registration is on for the popular summer camps for youth at the Dunwoody Nature Center. The renovated and expanded classroom spaces received rave reviews in 2014 and now include the main education building, porch, cabin, Native American Teepee and Foxes Den. Year after year, the DNC camps achieve satisfaction ratings of nearly 100 percent and most of their new camp families each summer come as referrals from other campers.

This past summer, the Nature Center served over 750 children through their camps at Dunwoody Park and Island Ford. Were parents satisfied? You Bet! Among surveyed respondents, 99 percent said that they would recommend the Nature Center’s camps to a friend and 98 percent plan to return again this summer. Check out all the offerings and register at DunwoodyNature.org

BEACH AND EVERETT’S TEAM WINS Paces Construction won two top awards on the popular remodeling and design platform Houzz. The “Best of Houzz 2015” awards are given in two categories and Paces Construction is a top winner in both categories. This is the second year in a row that Buckhead-based Paces Construction has won these prestigious recognitions. This annual survey and analysis of 25 million monthly users of the rapidly growing website revealed Paces Construction as a top-rated home professional in the Atlanta community. Paces Construction won honors in the customer service category as well as the design category. Customer service honors are determined by a variety of factors, including the number and quality of client reviews. Co-owners John Beach and Richard Everett grew up in Buckhead and graduated from The Lovett School together before going off to college. They both left corporate jobs in the information technology and advertising fields to pursue their dream of building and remodeling homes. Congratulations from Perimeter North Lifestyle!

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NEW TO THE CHAMBER The Sandy Spring/ Perimeter Chamber of Commerce welcomed a gaggle of new members recently. Meet these local businesses and visit them often: AXA Advisors LLC, Atlanta Mat Club, The White Oak Group, Print and Marketing Solutions LLC, Results Inc.!, Arby’s Restaurant Group, Okie Capital, Office Depot Business Solutions, MembersFirst Credit Union, Bruko LLC, Brookdale Sandy Springs 8

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and Comprehensive Program Services. The Chamber's mission is to serve as the champion for prosperous economic environment that enriches our businesses and communities. They have a host of events for members and non-members. Check out the Business After Hours at Hudson Grille on March 3, Sandy Springs Under 40 on March 17 (gee, think there will be anything green there?), Coffee and Contacts at Luv At First Bite on March 27. For more information go to SandySpringsPerimeterChamber.com.

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TurningPoint’s mission is to improve the quality of life for women with breast cancer by providing, promoting, and advocating specialized and evidence-based rehabilitation. Proceeds from this event will support TurningPoint’s financial assistance program and complimentary services for breast cancer patients. Tickets are $100.

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We have an online community where they can share their stories, athletic accomplishments, and gain inspiration, ideas, knowledge, and resources to support their athletic goals.

Their mission is to keep girls healthy, active and make them feel empowered, recognized and supported. Prissy Tomboy partners with athletic institutions and professionals around BuckHaven and the Southeast to organize sporting activities in a non-intimidating environment. They offer free clinics by taking the Prissy Tomboy Pledge and becoming an Ambassador. If you are an athlete or an organization that shares our same goals, they would love to hear from you. PrissyTomboy.com.

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For several years, leading refractive surgeons have been able to perform vision correction surgery using a multi-focal lens that provides distance and near vision but the mid-range or computer vision was compromised. With this new technology, that problem may be a thing of the past. This new lens developed by AMO, promises to solve the “midrange vision problem.” Woodhams is a proud sponsor of Prevent Blindness of Georgia. 1140 Hammond Dr. WoodhamsEye.com

WESTMINSTER GETS NEW AD The Westminster Schools has named Tim Downes, director of athletics and recreation at Emory University, as the School’s next athletic director. Downes will succeed Rusty Hudson, who has worked in the athletics department at Westminster since 1997 and will retire at the end of the 2014-15 school year.

Downes joined Emory University as the director of athletics and recreation in August 2007. During his tenure, he has served as the principal administrator for the University’s intercollegiate and recreation programs, including overseeing 18 intercollegiate programs and a recreation program consisting of club sports, intramurals, physical education and fitness. Under his leadership, Emory teams have won eight NCAA championships and 56 University Athletic Association Championships. Additionally, student athletes have received 44 Academic All-America honors and 32 NCAA Postgraduate Scholarships. In May 2014, Downes was named Under Armour’s Division III Athletic Director of the Year.

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BRAG events include: the WinterRide, Feb. 17-22 in St. Marys; the Spring Tune-Up Ride, April 17-19 in Madison; BRAG, June 7-13 in the Newnan, Carrollton and LaGrange areas; and the Georgia BikeFest, Oct. 9-11 in Columbus.

BRAG’s Ride Director Vicki Thompson says she’s thrilled to be a partner with Northside to help attract more riders statewide and promote safety and health. BRAG is a nonprofit organization that provides affordable, family-friendly bicycle tours in and across Georgia with an emphasis on safety, education and fun. Northside Hospital is committed to nurturing strong community relationships — it is the preferred health care partner of the Atlanta Falcons and a major sponsor of the Peachtree Road Race. Northside.com

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Your Neighbor

Marlene Zeiler brings books to children.

Once Upon a Time MEET BROOKHAVEN’S READING ADVOCATE ARTICLE RHIANNON BANKES | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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o you have a favorite bedtime story? A beloved bedtime book is usually as enjoyable for the reader as it is for the lucky child.

Children in middle-income families will be read to aloud an average of 1,200 hours by the time they reach kindergarten. Children in lower-income families are generally only read to about 25 hours. And, 61 percent of lower income families have no children’s books in the home. Even more unfortunate, the average number of books for this population is one book per 300 children.

Determined to change that statistic in Atlanta, Marlene Zeiler has created Children Read. Former Tall Tales Book Shop owner and Brookhaven resident, Zeiler was inspired by the Children’s Book Bank in Portland, Ore., a pioneer in distributing free books to low-income pre-school children. Children Read’s goal is similar in that its mission is to get books in the hands low-income preschool children in Atlanta who would not have them otherwise.

The program is designed to improve these children’s reading skills by giving them books of their own before they reach kindergarten. To do this, Children Read collects and repairs new and gently used prekindergarten books and then distributes them free of charge to children at low-income preschools. They are linked with two major Head Start programs, Sheltering Arms for Kids and Partnership for Community Action, and have already visited eight of their 27 schools and given away 4,000 books. Each child in the preschool is given a book bag with five books they can keep forever.

HOW YOU CAN HELP: USE YOUR NETWORK: Zeiler has reached out to her entire email

list, which she started over 35 years ago at Tall Tales Book Shop.

Consider reaching out to your contact list to organize a book drive or get a group together and volunteer.

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or collect books for them. Book drives spread the word about the need for books and reach people who might have books to give.

This is a great way to get more books to children in low-income families. Schools, faith groups, businesses, clubs and individuals can all organize a book drive. Children Read provides baskets, posters, and assists in any way they can. The project’s website also provides a book drive checklist.

DONATE YOUR OUTGROWN PRE-KINDERGARTEN BOOKS:

Children Reads has ongoing needs: baby books, board books, alphabet books, numbers books, shapes books, rhyming books, animal books, story books, and picture books, but please do not donate textbooks, encyclopedias, scribbled-in books, damaged books, or musty books…and they can most definitely can use new books.

VOLUNTEER: Children Read also needs many types of volunteers—from those who have a few hours to give, to those who can contribute professional skills, to those who want a project of their own. The more help they get means the more children they can serve. The program has had some really wonderful volunteers from Hands On Atlanta, as well as old customers. These volunteers have collected, cleaned, and repaired books. They look at every book to make sure each is complete, has no scribbles, and is clean. “Most of the books donated are actually in great shape,” says Zeiler. “It’s amazing how careful most kids are with their books.”

One of the biggest obstacles to literacy is the scarcity of books in the homes of low-income families. Early exposure to books is so important for developing prerequisite literacy skills, and strong reading skills correlate highly with later school success. Zeiler points out, “It is a definite win-win endeavor for everyone. Giving away books is a small step toward helping these children get ready for kindergarten.”

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hen you think back to someone who made a difference in your life, who comes to mind? A parent, perhaps? Sibling or grandparent? Longtime friend? For many of us, the first person who comes to mind is a teacher. And for that reason, the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce Education and Workforce Development Council was proud to honor six teachers from the Dunwoody cluster in 2015 for their achievements and dedication to their students.

Keynote speaker Ann Cramer, senior consultant for Coxe Curry and Associates, touched on this during her speech. She recalled how her math teacher always made sure she was in the front row, because if seated in the back, Cramer wouldn’t be nearly as focused. Cramer reminisced how that small accommodation made all the difference in her success in math and that she was forever grateful that the teacher took that extra time to find what helped her learn. A majority of her speech focused on that sentiment— that a good teacher takes the time to find out what each student needs and how they can succeed. She also made it known that we are all teachers of some sort and all hold the responsibility to educate today’s youth.

The six teachers honored at the event were Nick Birchby (Peachtree Charter Middle School), Cheryl Cook (Hightower Elementary, Theodora Johnson (Georgia Perimeter College), Lauren Long (Dunwoody Elementary), Abby Ross (Austin Elementary), and Lori Vesole (Dunwoody High School).

We asked the principals for our local schools tell us why each teacher was honored as their respective Teacher of the Year.

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NICK BIRCHBY, ORCHESTRA TEACHER AT PEACHTREE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL - “Nick Birchby inspires his students to learn by demon-

strating his passion for music in and out of the classroom. He spends countless hours tutoring students before and after school to help them hone their skills”. (Principal Scott Hepinstall) LAUREN LONG, EARLY INTERVENTION READING TEACHER AT DUNWOODY ELEMENTARY - “Lauren is a passionate educator who has

an obvious love for children. She truly fights for the “underdog” and serves as their voice. Lauren understands all her students and will always go the extra mile to make sure all their needs are met.” (Principal Jennifer Sanders) ABBY ROSS, 4TH GRADE TEACHER, SCIENCE AND SOCIAL STUDIES AT AUSTIN ELEMENTARY - “Abby is an excellent teacher and a nine-year

veteran at Austin Elementary. She relates well to the students and makes learning fun.” (Principal Ann Culbreath) Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce Education and Workforce Development Chair Heyward Wescott also shared his great appreciation for the teachers honored.

“There is a major importance for acknowledging teachers of the year,” he says. “These are the teachers that are educating our future leaders. It is great that The Dunwoody Chamber has it as a priority to celebrate and support all these fine educators.”

So, if given the chance—thank a former teacher, your child’s teacher or just someone who gave a little bit of extra time. Every day is a learning process and everyone is here to learn.

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Late Night Bites Around Town

The Pub Perimeter stays open weekends until 2am for after-concert noshing.

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or our Arts & Entertainment issue, we want to encourage you to support local theater, fill your head and heart with art at local galleries, shows and museums and take in a concert. You know by now that we are also all about grabbing a table at one of the dozens of local eateries in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody to sip and savor all that our communities have to offer. So, we scoured menus of some of our favorite spots to find out who is open late...apre’ theater! Depending on your mood, we’re offering up choice stops before you call it “curtains.”

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Everyone knows what BYOB means, but have you ever been told to PYOB? At Pub Perimeter, you can Pull Your Own Beer. The expansive, two-story British pub has a lively bar in the center and a quieter atmosphere upstairs. Located at Perimeter Mall, this pub gives guests the chance to serve themselves. Buy a card that you’ll pre-load with credit and swipe it on the scanner above the “pulling station.” Grab a glass, tilt sideways and pull hard.

Guests will find perennial favorites like Guinness, Stella and Sam Adams on tap. However, there are local craft beer favorites like Monday Night Brewing and the very popular brewery Three Taverns is represented with their Quasimodo. Pub fare like wings, sliders and the like dominate the menu. The pub is open until midnight weekdays and until 2 am Fridays and Saturdays.

Fancy yourself an oenophile and want to chat with someone who knows wine? Surrounded by custom wood wine shelves and nooks, and an inviting bar, d’Vine is the spot you’ve been looking for. Both retail store and wine bar, customers can purchase a bottle and be on their way or stay and enjoy wine by the glass or bottle. Most of the wines are boutique and not well known, but staff is skilled at assisting guests pick out a wine that will suite their taste.

Expect to see d’Vine’s owner, Bob, wandering around, wine glass in hand, chatting up customers. Late night tapas style menu includes flatbreads and, of course, a bevy of cheese varieties. Visit Mondays for “Uncorked” and taste about 20-25 different wines for around $15.

Weekends feature live music. Open until midnight on Friday and Saturday.

SEXY THREE SHEETS

Located in the City Walk center in Sandy Springs, Three Sheets is just the late venue Sandy Springs was missing. It makes for a terrific spot to stop in for drinks late night, exuding sexiness.

Try the English Garden cocktail. The dark colors and portioned off seating areas lead to intimate conversations, be it a girls night out or that hot date you’ve been looking forward to all week. They also host special monthly events like Scotch tastings, Grilled Cheese Night, Flavor Tripping and more. Light bites include hummus, charcuterie, smoked salmon toast and lamb lollipops. Open until midnight weekdays and until 2 a.m.

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A trio of Five Seasons are found throughout Atlanta, though the Sandy Springs locale is the first and arguably the best. Though technically a restaurant, this brewpub is open late night, with a fantastic selection of ever changing beers. Food is upscale enough to differentiate it from your average pub yet not too snobby to be a turn off to beer aficionados. Satisfy your late night craving with the Alligator Egg rolls or Granny Serrano Pizza.

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Wrap It Up Stylish Outerwear for Evenings Out ARTICLE LAURA CARSON MILLER

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ts always fun to dress up for an evening out, and if there is a chill in the air, your choice of outerwear can make or break your style vibe.

I spoke with those in the know at several of Atlanta’s top boutiques to find out which outerwear styles are keeping customers at the top of their fashion game, and got some great suggestions on how to style outwear into spring so you don’t just blend into the crowd.

Atlanta’s fab’rik boutique, which has multiple locations, including at the Shops Around Lenox in Buckhead, carries fun and on-trend pieces that can truly transition easily from day to evening.

Fab’rik Personal Stylist Alexa Anderson created an outfit that dazzles by pairing the fab’rik sequin romper with a leather moto jacket for the perfect combination of sass, sparkle, and edge. “When styling an outfit around one particular item, it is important to underplay the rest of the outfit, suggests Anderson. “This is a perfect look for a night out, special events or dinner with friends.”

“A black leather jacket is a must-have item for any woman’s wardrobe. It adds an edge and uniqueness that a normal blouse or sequins would not be able to carry on its own,” she adds.

A leather jacket is also a smart buy as it is a multi-season wardrobe item. It’s

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perfect for an art gallery opening with black jeans or leather leggings in fall or winter, and or worn over a sleeveless maxi dress to see that long awaited musical that has finally hit town in the spring!

The ability to add or take away layers underneath makes a leather jacket a no-brainer, as it can be worn fall, winter and spring.

With three Atlanta locations, including their Buckhead store, Alexis’ Suitcase is part consignment, part boutique, and offers the best of all worlds when it comes to finding fun outerwear pieces that go the distance. Owner Jayna Thompson echoes the importance of layering, sharing, “Although the month of March in Atlanta can be a bit tricky for some, I personally love the weather’s “tug of war”. From colorful scarves to lightweight jackets and cardigans, layering outerwear pieces becomes quite creative and transitions winter to spring with ease. Layering is most definitely one of my favorite things to play with when it comes to fashion because it allows the mix of patterns, textures, and colors.”

The Aztec fur coat from fab’rik is a true multitasker that can jazz up simple clothing in a snap. “On average, a grey jersey tunic would not be called stylish and fashionable,” says Anderson. “But adding an amazing coat with a print or even fur totally changes the look of a simple item. The best coats and furs to invest in are those that offer multiple ways to wear it, like this Aztec coat. The fur collar is removable and then you have an oversize blazer coat which will be a great transition into spring.”

Coats and jackets designed with more than one texture, whether fur, leather, or a patterned detail are quite popular with Atlanta’s stylish set. The added interest boosts the style clout of what could be otherwise boring outerwear.

Anderson advises: “Since fur usually makes such a strong statement on its own, I find it best to keep the rest of the outfit understated. Solid colors, simple jewelry, and a basic clutch or shoulder bag will do the trick. Don’t be afraid to play up shoes, just make sure they don’t compete too much with all that amazing fur.”

“Furs really are a great choice when your desire is to add a touch of sophistication, says Thompson. “Whether faux or real, furs add that old Hollywood glamour to any outfit!”

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Curtains Open for Local ACT3 CELEBRATES THE PERFORMING ARTS ARTICLE PATTI FOLIO | PHOTOGRAPHY PAIGE CRAWFORD

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ive talented women who shared a passion for performing arts joined together 13 years ago to produce top quality musical theater in the middle school their children attended (Dickerson Middle in Cobb County). This quickly grew to producing shows at the local high school (Walton in Cobb County). Five years ago, these “Drama Mamas,” as they were affectionately called, along with a Board of Directors, formed Act3 Productions, a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization. With the help of a legion of volunteers, they transformed a vacant warehouse into a state-ofthe-art black box theater.

Today, Act3 produces two Broadway musicals and two plays per season. A “Second Stage Series,” sponsored by The Sandy Springs Society, presents two additional shows that share ticket revenue with a local charity of the director’s choice. The talent on and behind the stage represents Dunwoody and Sandy Springs with vigor.

Liane LeMaster of Dunwoody is the director of improvisation and she runs the youth impro troup, teaches classes and directs shows. And, it’s a family affair as her two daughters and husband have performed on the Act3 stage. The group’s Board of Directors is also strong with Sandy Springs residents including Cheri Morris, Jan Collins, Anna Cay Robertson, Debbie Bauman, Michael Moebes, Susan Langlais and Patrick Hill. Hill has acted in many productions, and many of the board members have children on the stage and in classes. Through the Act3 Arts Academy, the company offers a range of acting classes, dramas, musicals, and workshops for students in grades K-12. A youth improv troupe provides instruction and perfor-

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mance opportunities for middle and high school students. The most recent addition to the Academy is the Encor3 Internship Company, which gives high school students the opportunity to learn and gain experience in all aspects of theater production, from the business and technical side to performing. Act3 also supports the development of new works. By Wheel And

By Wing, an original musical first written during a youth workshop, was recently given a staged reading in New York City with a cast of well-known Broadway, television and film actors. Act3’s focus has always been on the overall quality of its productions. The company has been recognized with a total of 33 Metropolitan Atlanta Theater Awards in the past three years, including 14 in 2012, the most ever bestowed upon a single theater company. Act3 has also received four awards from the International Music and Entertainment Association Awards. Its youth productions have been recognized for “Best Ensemble” and “Acting” at the Junior Theater Festival.

Act3 will close out its current season with the musical, Curtains, April 17 through May 9. The Second Stage show will be Jon And Jen (charity link to be determined), May 15-17. The summer will be filled with student workshops. Act3 plans to continue to produce high quality musicals and plays.

The company hopes to increase its educational offerings by working with local schools and organizations to expand class offerings. Act3 will continue to give back to its community by seeking partnerships with other non-profit organizations.

Pictured: Lauren Cleland and Alli Sheahan as the Hilton Sisters in Side Show. Photography Paige Crawford

GET INVOLVED: There are many ways to get involved with Act3. Over the past five years, actors aging from three to 78 from all over the Atlanta area have performed at Act3. The company is always seeking new talent! Volunteers with expertise in all areas of production, from costuming to set building, are always welcome.

Like most community theaters, Act3’s greatest needs are financial. Ticket sales alone are not enough to sustain a theater operation today. Many fine local theaters have closed their doors over the past few years. Act3 is dependent upon donations from organizations and individuals in order to continue to operate and produce quality shows. Sponsorship opportunities for the season or individual shows are available.

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The Songs For Kids trio

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andy Springs natives, Bo Wilkins and Scott “Ski” Feinstein are joining forces with their friend Josh Rifkind to host an afternoon of good food and fundraising for Songs For Kids. Songs For Kids was founded in 2007 with the mission to enrich the lives of children suffering from illness and hardship. The program brings musicians into the lives of kids both in and out of hospitals and special needs camps through live interactive concerts, hospital bedside performances and a Songs For Kids Records songwriting and recording program.

“Music has always been a passion,” says Sandy Springs native and Co-Chair Feinstein. “Having a 13-year-old daughter, working to help other kids holds a big place in my heart.” Ski attended both Holy Innocents and Riverwood High School and is a graduate of Georgia State College.

Fellow Co-Chair, Bo Wilkins is also an Atlanta native and father of three girls. Bo also serves on the boards of Camp Sunshine and Curing Kids Cancer. He is the co-founder of SoundRiver Advisors, a wealth management and life insurance advisory firm.

Volunteer Services representative Meryl Franco, Children’s Healthcare of Altanta at Egleston says, “For the past several years, Songs for Kids Foundation has consistently brought an uplifting sense of joy to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. For many of our patients, this is a rare opportunity to truly come out of their shells and shine. It is a healing experience both for the children and their families who are able to see them enjoy this creative expression.”

Two years ago, the Songs For Kids Tour lifted off with what may have been the biggest children’s hospital outreach program ever.

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The Tour reached more than 5,000 hospitalized children and families in 239 children’s hospitals in 180 cities. The journey lasted over 250 days and covered 32,000 miles, as kids had the opportunity to sing, dance, laugh and smile in hospitals across every region in the country. The Songs For Kids Foundation invites you to their inaugural Music and Food Festival taking place on March 29 from 1 – 5 p.m. at Monday Night Brewing. The fun-filled afternoon includes a performance by Yacht Rock Review as well as others and food from some of the city’s best restaurants including JCT, The Optimist, Gunshow, Bantam + Biddy, Metrofresh, Gypsy Kitchen, The Southern Gentlemen, Twin Smokers BBQ, Rosebud, Grindhouse Killer Burgers, and Lure.

“Through the festival, we hope to educate families about Songs For Kids and the year round music programs we provide for kids in need,” says Josh Rifkind, organization founder. “We’re bringing together the best chefs the city has to offer and some of our best musicians.”

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rom time to time, Driver’s Notebook hits the road to make sure our readers get the most up-to-date coverage of today’s—and often tomorrow’s—automobiles for drivers to invest in, utilize and ultimately enjoy. Arguably the most esteemed auto exhibition in the United States, the 2015 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) maintained its reputation for unveiling what major automakers have in store for the present and years ahead.

Held at Detroit’s Cobo Center, the NAIAS provided nine days of bliss for automobile enthusiasts in January. Highlights included 55 vehicle introductions from around the world, boasting attributes ranging from being fully electric to muscle-flexing supercar engines, plus the disclosure of innovative connections to gadgets, computers, tablets and mobile devices.

The final attendance tally according to NAIAS totaled an astounding 808,775 attendees. Luckily, we were a part of that number, so enjoy these photos featuring some of these extravagant cars and trucks set to either hit the streets now or hopefully become realized concepts in the very near future.

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Lifestyle Calendar

March THE MONTH OF MARCH

MARCH 8

SUSTAINABLE SHELTER: WITHIN THE FORCES OF NATURE

TASTE AND BREWS

MUSEUM OF DESIGN

ATLANTA FOOD TRUCK PARK

Sustainable Shelter reveals innovative new building technologies and strategies that can help restore the health and viability of natural cycles. Visitors will be able to test ways to make homes more sustainable with hands-on exhibits. Scale models show how the size and environmental impact of American homes have changed over time. Visitors can then build a model of a home that incorporates many of the environmental features presented in the exhibition. MuseumOfDesign.org

All Inclusive Ticket Includes Five mouth-watering food offerings from your choice of ten of Atlanta’s best food trucks and unlimited tastings of over 100 imported & domestic beers to wash it all down with in your Taste & Brews souvenir cup. Many of Georgia’s newest breweries will be on hand this year. There will also be a few wines for those seeking something other than an Ale, IPA, Lager, Amber or Stout. Portion of Proceeds Benefits Atlanta Fundraising Foundation to support their community service program aimed at keeping impaired drivers off the streets of Atlanta. TasteAndBrews.com

MARCH 9 EASTER EGG HUNT ON THE FARM ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER

Celebrate springtime on the farm during our annual egg hunt. Join the search for colorful eggs hidden throughout Smith Family Farm to win prizes. Participate in fun and games like the peep toss, doing the bunny hop, and creating spring crafts. Hop on by and visit the Easter Bunny! AtlantaHistoryCenter.com

MARCH 13 - 15 AMERICAN CRAFT COUNCIL ATLANTA SHOW COBB GALLERIA

When the American Craft Council Show returns to Atlanta this year, master artisans Adrina Richard of Brookhaven and Alan Vaughn of Buckhead will present their work alongside 225 other nationally-acclaimed craft-makers. The American Craft Council Show is known as the nation’s premier marketplace for handcrafted home décor, fashion wearables, ceramics, furniture, glass, jewelry and more. Come enjoy the show and learn about the makers’ creative processes, develop relationships with the artists and hear stories behind each handcrafted piece. Shows.CraftCouncil.org

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Scott Stossel, My Age of Anxiety: Fear, Hope, Dread, and the Search for Peace of Mind Drawing on his own long-standing battle with anxiety, Scott Stossel, editor of The Atlantic, presents an astonishing history of the efforts to understand the condition from medical, cultural, and philosophical perspectives. AtlantaJCC.org

Shamrock beads for all participants! Pot O’ Gold drawings for lots of great prizes from local businesses. New this year – Electronic Chip Timing! The course is USATF certified and is a qualifier for Peachtree Road Race. Walkers welcome. Kids in strollers & dogs on leashes okay. Irish music & loads of fun!Cash prizes for the best Irish costume and for the best Irish jig. RunGeorgia.com

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MARCH 21 SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED GALA DELTA FLIGHT MUSEM

One of the country’s premier ovarian cancer awareness events is set to dazzle Atlantans again. A fun and fashionable evening is planned for attendees with cocktails, dinner

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Splendor Koi and Pond is the state’s premier source of all things pond and water garden related. We provide everything you need to achieve your very own place of Splendor, including pond design and construction, on-site consultation, filtration and equipment, decor, plants, and much more. Our full-service showroom houses a wide range of products, including an astounding selection of stunning Japanese koi. Whether you are just starting your pond project or have been keeping koi for years, we strive to be your primary resource for all things pond related. Our knowledgeable and experienced staff are well-equipped to answer any of your questions or aid you with any difficulties your pond may be facing. In short, we make pond care easy, so you can relax and enjoy your very own place of splendor.

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Lifestyle Calendar nities for enjoying the simple, healthy joy of riding a bike. Cyclists will embark on rides to the Capitol in order to raise support for improved conditions for cycling, including the development of regional systems of both on-road bicycling facilities and multi-usetrails. GeorgiaRidesToTheCapitol.org

MARCH 26-27 TOSSED OUT TREASURES MARSHALLS PLAZA

Touted as the ultimate guilt-free shopping experience with bargains on high end treasures including home décor, jewelry, silver, crystal, sports equipment, art, furniture, gently-used clothing, and much more. Browse and buy while enjoying dinner, beer and wine, and a silent auction. Treasures are donated by members of the 300-plus Sandy Spring Society and the community at large, and raises close to $45,000 annually.

The popular event has served the community for 24 years with proceeds funding over 20 philanthropic organizations in the community.

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February 17 – March 30 Skip the festivities on Bourbon Street this year. Marlow’s brings you everything but the parade. Classic Louisiana dishes and handcrafted cocktails, with a twist.

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Rounding Third is the tumultuous journey of two Little League coaches through an entire season, from their first tentative meeting to the climactic championship game. Don is the tough, blue-collar, win-at-all-costs veteran coach whose son is the star pitcher. Michael is a newcomer both to the town and to baseball who agrees to be Don’s assistant because he wants a special activity with his son.

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The Daffodil Dash is a 1mile & 5K Run/Walk in memory of the 1.5 million children who perished in the Holocaust.The purpose of this race is to bring together members of the community with a focus on remembering the past and reaching for the future by promoting peace and tolerance. Proceeds benefit organizations helping children and families in remote villages in Darfur, South Sudan and Rwanda. DaffodilDash.org

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$1,995,000 $2,008,500 100.68 130

Chastain Park

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$1,449,000 $1,250,000 86.27 575

Chastain Park

4 3 1

$1,085,000 $980,000 90.32 98

Sandy Springs

5 4 0

$745,900 $737,500

Dunwoody

4 3 1

$659,900 $627,500 95.09 19

Dunwoody

4 2 1

$620,000 $610,000 98.39 43

Sandy Springs

5 4 1

$649,000 $580,000

Sandy Springs

4 3 0

$475,000 $409,000 86.11 124

Dunwoody

5 3 0

$455,000 $430,000 94.51 34

Dunwoody

6 5 0

$439,900 $417,500

Dunwoody

4 2 1

$425,000 $420,000 98.82 5

Dunwoody

4 3 0

$425,000 $413,500 97.29 5

Sandy Springs

4 3 1

$435,000 $404,000 92.87 32

Sandy Springs

5 3 0

$410,000 $395,000 96.34 4

Dunwoody

4 3 1

$390,000 $390,000 100 3

Dunwoody

3 2 1

$390,000 $364,000 93.33 175

Sandy Springs

4 3 1

$369,900 $350,000 94.62 90

Dunwoody

3 2 1

$415,000 $335,000 80.72 63

Sandy Springs

4 2 2

$375,000 $355,000 94.67 40

Dunwoody

4 2 2

$350,000 $320,000 91.43 40

98.87 237

89.37 280

94.90 344

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PrivateJapanese seatingcuisine, is available business guests, parties or special occasions. Bishoku Japanese Restaurant is passionate towards ensuring your OPEN FOR BOTH LUNCH AND DINNER. overall dining experience is one of delicious, authentic Japanese cuisine, variety 5920 Roswell Rd., Sandy Springs, GA | 404.252.7998 | bishokusushi.com and service in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.

Restaurant Closed Sunday and Monday

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OPEN FOR BOTH LUNCH AND DINNER.

404.252.7998 | bishokusushi.com 5920 Roswell Rd., Sandy Springs, GA Restaurant Closed Sunday and Monday

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Approachable Culture WORDS CARRIE WHITNEY

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useums inspire. They take you places by opening your eyes and showing you the world through someone else’s eyes. Some museum walls are lined in framed art. Some show us the how others live. Some introduce possibilities.

Here in Perimeter North, we are fortunate to have access to art, music, theater, dance and culture that brings the world to our neighborhood.

This month, take someone special to the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA). Why? If you’ve ever wondered how water travels into your home and where it goes or how what is inside your walls makes your home more or less energy efficient, the current exhibition at MODA allows you to explore these questions and more. Sustainable Shelter: Dwelling Within The Forces Of Nature explores biodiversity, human and animal architecture, ecosystems and energy and water conservation, all from the perspective of the “home” and shows how design processes can be used to alter contexts of dwelling. What that means is that you’ll get a chance to peek inside walls, test out different kinds of light bulbs and compare the size and output of homes today compared to 50 or 100 years ago. Sustainable Shelter has more than 15 interactive components, so it is a

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great fit for the whole family. Kids will enjoy the hands-on nature of the exhibition as well as the graphics, cartoons and interactive computer games, and everyone will learn more about how we can make our homes more sustainable parts of the earth’s natural systems. Why not pause at the Design Bar in the lobby to try out a walk-up design challenge or sign up for one of the 3D printing workshops. MODA will show you how design changes everything.

Sustainable Shelter: Dwelling Within The Forces Of Nature at MODA though April 5.

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