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14 ACTIVEWEARKeep things cool in the Southern heat with swanky,

stylish sportswear. From supportive under-nothings

to sweat-proof pants, we’ve tracked down every-

thing you need to accessorize your fitness routine

with Fashion Police-approved apparel.

16 HIDDEN GEMS:

LAKE LANIER COMMUNITIES In the summer, there’s no place we’d rather be than

on a dock or boat on beautiful Lake Lanier. But what

to do when your sea legs need a break? Check out

our picks for dining and entertainment options near

the water in the communities of Gainesville, Flowery

Branch, Buford and Sugar Hill.

20 LONDONForget the beach. This summer, we’re dreaming of

stately manors in the English countryside, boutique

hotels with beautiful views of Hyde Park, and restau-

rants worth flying across the pond to try. Come take a

tour of prestigious addresses in London and beyond.

28 HEALTH MYTHS This month we want to get our health and wellness

facts straight. We asked local medical professionals

to review a handful of health-related declarations and

deliver a verdict for each. Their opinions may surprise

you.

40 A FATHER/SON FISHING ADVENTURE Writer John Manasso recounts a memorable day on

the water with his son — one they will look back on as

he transitions into the teenage years ahead.

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this time every

year, my inbox here at the office overflows

with information about events and attrac-

tions across the metro area and my per-

sonal calendar fills quickly with all the fun

I want to soak up in the summer months.

Maybe all the rain we’ve been getting is

giving me cabin fever, but I am particu-

larly excited about checking items off my

personal bucket list this summer. Here’s a

peek at the fun I have planned:

Georgia Aquarium

from Cumming’s Cane Creek Farm

(June 15 – 16)

Sims Lake Park

Mountain Preserve in Cumming

for a Grapefruit Hibiscus popsicle

Chattahoochee Nature Center

Garden at the Atlanta Botanical

Garden

room in Cleveland, Ga.

Roswell’s restaurant scene

Care to join me? I’ll be chronicling a

few of my adventures online at pointsnorth

atlanta.com. Here’s to a fun-filled summer!

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So, you’re looking for a new vacation spot and have no place in mind? Try out the Marriott’s newest addition, the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa. Located on Florida’s Gold Coast between Jupiter and Palm Beach, this grand hotel with one- or two-room condo-style suites offers amenities such as full kitchens, local restaurant delivery, and an outdoor lagoon with slide.

In addition to restaurant delivery, guests can enjoy culinary experiences at any of the onsite restaurants, including the Reef Tiki Bar & Grill and 3800 Ocean, a collaborative kitchen at the resort with infl uences that come from New York, Jamaica, Mexico and many more. 561-340-1700, marriott.com/pbisg

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A GETAWAY TO PALM BEACH

the PRIZE

This month, one Points North Atlanta

reader and guest will receive the op-

portunity to let go of stress and indulge

in sweet relaxation for two. This prize,

valued at $1,600, includes two nights at

the Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island

Beach Resort & Spa, a tasting at 3800

Ocean’s Kitchen Table and treatments at

the luxurious Si Spa. While redemption

dates are subject to availability, some

restrictions and blackout dates may ap-

ply. Winner will receive full prize pack-

age details and redemption instructions

with certifi cates. To enter, register online

at pointsnorthatlanta.com.

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“ BLACKSNOW ZERO”

by Lee Gimenez

Packed with mystery, suspense

and mayhem, “Blacksnow Zero,”

a new release by Atlanta author

Lee Gimenez, is an excellent

read. The protagonist in this fast-

paced story of conspiracy and

political cover-up is Erica Blake,

a determined and feisty FBI

agent entrenched in a persistent

journey to seek the truth about

a series of unusual grim events,

not excluding a Presidential

assassination and nuclear war.

Told through a 30-day count-

down, the plot moves quickly,

characters are believable ... and

the ending? You will just have to

read and fi nd out. In the mean-

time, I’ll stay on the lookout for a

sequel.

– Reviewed by Barbara Weide

BOOKS in our

BEACH BAGS

“AND THEN I FOUND YOU”

by Patti Callahan Henry

Inspired by a personal journey

and her southern roots, Patti

Callahan Henry’s latest novel

delves deep into the life of

a nostalgic young woman’s

courage to face her past. When

34-year-old Kate Vaughn begins

to settle in a new life, her past

jolts painful memories that beg

confrontation. In a story of new

beginnings, Kate struggles to

face her reality: the daughter she

gave up for adoption 13 years

before and her one true love

who she gave up to fi nd herself.

The distinct, authentic voices

of Henry’s characters make this

charming story a worthy read.

– Reviewed by Nicole Hohman

For Our Youngest Readers

“ THE ADVENTURES OF MADDIE: MEET MADDIE”

by Monyetta Shaw

Monyetta Shaw’s debut children’s book

explores the life experiences of a young

girl tackling daily responsibility. The fi rst installment of the eight-part

series, “The Adventures of Maddie: Meet Maddie” is an energetic,

lighthearted read complete with aspects and activities that are

relevant to any young child. Maddie’s adventures and interactions

give her a chance to learn life lessons and grow as she embarks on

her day-to-day journey. Shaw, Founder and CEO of The Evan Grace

Group and fi ancée to singer-songwriter Ne-Yo, is an Alpharetta resi-

dent and mother of two.

“CAN’T-WAIT WILLOW!”

by Christy Ziglar

Is your child a little leader? Christy Ziglar,

Atlanta resident and niece of motivational

speaker and author Zig Ziglar, is intent to enthuse the younger

generation about the principles of patience and decision-making.

Inspired to continue her uncle’s legacy, Ziglar’s “Can’t-Wait Willow!”

is the fi rst in the brand new series, Shine Bright Kids, from Ideals

Children’s Books. The goal of the book is to instill younger genera-

tions with leadership qualities often not incorporated in modern

parenting styles.

— Nicole Hohman

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Château Élan Winery & Resort recently

completed a $1.2 million renovation to

the Villas at Château Élan, encompass-

ing a makeover of all 24 bedrooms

and bathrooms, living areas, kitchens

and exteriors. The villas, located on the

15th hole of the Château Golf Course,

are perfect for golf outings, but also

now luxurious enough for larger family

gatherings and particularly perfect for

enjoying the “Girls Just Wanna Have

Wine” package.

The interiors refl ect the sophisti-

cation, color and style of the Inn and

Spa but with all the comforts of home

— maybe even a little better. The new

bathrooms feature Hansgrohe fi xtures

including Raindance showerheads for

a rejuvenating

experience.

Design Directions

International of Marietta designed the

interiors and Braselton-based BM&K

Builders led the renovation eff orts.

A 16th-century style French château

on 3,500 acres, Château Élan Winery &

Resort is the only resort in Georgia that

includes a 200-acre vineyard, a full-

production winery, 320 luxurious guest

rooms and suites, a 25,000-square-foot

conference center, a European spa with

14 guest suites, an equestrian show

center, tennis center, seven restaurants

and 63 holes of championship golf.

chateauelan.com

MINDFUL DESIGN

An Excellent Tool for E-learning A graduate of The Westminster School

in Atlanta, Michael McCord is the CEO of

LearnerNation, a cloud-based, cutting-edge

platform designed to making e-learning

easier.

Bolstered by an internationally recog-

nized and award-winning advisory board

along with talented performers boast-

ing more than 30 years of experience

in recreating education, technology and

entrepreneurship, LearnerNation separates

itself from the pack thanks to a number

of powerful, built-in teaching and learning

tools. These tools provide users the capacity

to publish and consume media-rich content

in a highly gamifi ed and socialized user

environment.

Setting the bar beyond the norm, this

new platform enables users to not only

publish their content for any audience, but

facilitates the ability for people to immedi-

ately utilize learning, training and perfor-

mance management initiatives. To date,

LearnerNation has become an attractive

avenue for a diverse group of companies

looking to improve employee productivity,

decrease training costs and promote busi-

ness collaboration. Questions? Email

[email protected]

CORRECTION:

In May’s “Seasonal Food & Wine Pairing”

article, we mistakenly identifi ed the area

manager and chef for the Alpharetta

and Roswell locations of Pure Taqueria.

The correct identifi cation is Guillermo

Santana, who created a fabulous

conchinita pibil (braised pulled pork) for

the feature. We regret the error.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHÂTEAU ÉLAN WINERY & RESORT


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SPRING FOR NEW SHOES

It’s almost Peachtree Road Race time and whether you’re looking to set a new personal record or revel in the glory of crossing your fi rst fi nish line, you might need a change of pace to do so. Crafted with a patented technology called WaveSpring in the heel and the forefoot of the soles, Spira Footwear provides a combi-nation of mechanical cushioning and energy return unlike any other shoe on the market.

Laterally stable, very lightweight and compact, the WaveSpring is designed to provide that “new shoe” feel for the life of the shoes. If the spring doesn’t break down, then theoreti-cally people can run and participate in various activities for longer periods of time with less stress on the body, helping to reduce recovery time and injuries.

To fi nd these shoes in Atlanta, sprint to Foot Solutions in Acworth (more stores to come) and “Take the Spira Challenge!” Buy a pair of Spira shoes, pick a timed race, and then place a HealthWager to beat your given chal-lenge time. If you don’t beat your time, Spira will buy back your shoes! spirachallenge.com PHOTOS COURTESY OF SPIRA

FIRED UP FOR FUNPack your bags and swing on down to the Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation

located at Lake Oconee. The Swinging Sunday Concert Series, held on select

Sundays until Sept. 1 from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., features well-known musical artists rang-

ing from blues to R&B. The Spectacular Fireworks Display, which guests can view

from the comfort of their rooms or on the Lakeside Lawn, follow each concert.

Also this summer is the BBQ Butler program, available only at the Reynolds

Plantation location. This program brings a grilling guru to guests staying in the

Presidential House or the cottages to teach them how to grill everything from ribs in

mesquite to chicken in hickory sauce to perfection. Costs vary and reservations are

required. Find a full list of events at ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/ReynoldsPlantation.

– Amanda M. Usher

PHOTO COURTESY OF REYNOLDS PLANTATION AT LAKE OCONEE


AURORA CHILDREN’S PLAYHOUSE:Looking for a great place to take the

kids this summer? Aurora Children’s

Playhouse: Summer Edition might be

the perfect solution. Back for its fi fth

summer, Aurora Theater assembles

the best children’s performers in the

region, bringing them to Gwinnett

County to entertain audiences. The

series welcomes local families to attend,

and off ers special group rates for

churches, camps, and daycares to bus

in groups. The performances take place

on Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. and

11:30 a.m., lasting approximately 45

minutes. Beginning June 5, children can

enjoy fi ve spectacular shows, which will

run through July 10. See the full line-up

at auroratheatre.com.

– L.Chelsea Greenwood

Get Outside!As part of the “ Be Out There” move-

ment, The Great American Backyard

Campout is a one-night only event that

gets families outside and excited about

camping. On June 22, thousands of

people will gather in their back yards,

neighborhoods, communities and parks

for an opportunity to connect with

nature. This initiative, sponsored by the

National Wildlife Federation, is espe-

cially important for children, who spend

twice as much time indoors as their

parents did, missing out on the simple

pleasures of life and lasting mental and

physical health benefi ts of daily outdoor

activities. If June 22 doesn’t fi t your

schedule, you can still sign up and camp

at a later date. The Campout website

has everything you will need to enjoy an

amazing night under the stars including

packing lists, recipes, nocturnal wildlife

guides, exploration activities and nature

games. backyardcampout.org

– L.Chelsea Greenwood


MAKE A

Summer’s COOLEST TRENDS Hit the Racks

STYLISHSPLASH

STAYING SUAVE AND STYLISH in the good ole Southern heat is as

comfortable as it is swanky. From your supportive under-nothings to

A-list pairs of sweat-proof pants, we’ve got everything you need to

accessorize your fi tness routine with the ultimate selection of Fashion

Police-approved apparel.

Check out our favorite picks, covering you in a cool factor from head

to toe.

S W I M S U IT + S H O R T S

These brand new pieces from

the beloved GAP brand boast

50 UPF protection and arrive

in Atlanta for the very

fi rst time this

summer. They’re

as classic and

comfortable as

your favorite

jeans. $79/$52;

available at

Athleta in Atlantic

Station

RU C H E D PA NT S BY G A I A M

Whether it’s the gym, your neighborhood or even

the mall, this pair of ultra-girly yoga pants makes

being seen in public while donning workout gear

absolutely justifi able. $78; available at gaiam.com

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Made with a 50 UPF protection, this breathable outfi t lets you go wave for wave

(or cabana to cabana) without worrying about reapplying. It’s also antibacterial,

quick-drying and wicks sweat. Plus, it’s cut super feminine and fun, making your

dip turn even more heads. $115; available online at mott50.com

U R B A N X- OV E R B R A BY M OV I N G C O M F O R T

Ladies, get ready to jump for joy. It’s a workout revolution

and you can take it from me – a good sports bra is going

to change your life. Luckily, this comes in cool colors and

styles. $42; available at Intimacy

E N D U R A N C E TA N K BY M OV I N G C O M F O R T

Take charge of your tempo with a fresh, fl attering top, made of super

soft material for a comfortable workout and a confi dent fi t. Comes in

heathered gray, turquoise, pink or purple. $48; available at Fleet Feet

in Duluth and online at movingcomfort.com.

C O R A L S N E A K E R S

Swap out your runners for a colorful pair of casual sneakers that

are perfect for a gym visit, an afternoon jaunt or just when you

need a little extra support. $16; available at Old Navy


SERIES SPONSORED

BY VIXEN VODKA

Finding a good restaurant in the communities that surround Lake

Lanier used to be as challenging as crossing

the big water in a canoe. Finding one that

could easily compete among the fi nest in

metro Atlanta? Simply unheard of!

Today, Flowery Branch has the mar-

velous Antebellum, Lake Lanier Islands

Resort now has three excellent chefs at

Windows, and Buford boasts long-time

favorite Sperata. On the northern reaches

of the lake, Gainesville residents seem sat-

isfi ed with chain restaurants. Therefore,

Scott’s Downtown might be considered an

oddity — yet refreshingly so.

After spending five-plus years at a

different location, amiable restaurateurs

Scott and Kay Dixon took a chance on a

larger venue. Their new digs feature pol-

ished hardwoods, private nooks for inti-

mate dining, tables for larger parties, The

Loft for up to 500 banquet guests and The

Lounge at Scott’s, which offers live music

on select Saturdays.

Chef Jeremy Wilkson’s menu includes

oysters Bordelaise and warm crab dip served

with lavosh, Low Country shrimp and

grits, delicate Chilean sea bass, swordfi sh

and roasted chicken with a pomegranate-

cranberry jus. Scott’s also offers fi ne USDA

prime beef tenderloin filets and ribeyes,

herb-crusted rack of lamb, pork saltim-

bocca and amazing Parmesan risotto.

At lunch, diners may enjoy Po-Boys,

burgers, chicken salad croissants and

the like. This blend of Charleston-, New

Orleans- and Buckhead-style dining is well

worth the drive even if you aren’t week-

ending at the lake. (See our full review

at pointsnorthatlanta.com.) 131 Brad-ford St. NW, Gainesville, 770-536-1111, scottsonthesquare.com

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Scott’s Downtown


If Andy Griffith had lived in

Flowery Branch, this is where he would go

for his morning cup of Joe. Since opening

in 2002, Common Grounds has estab-

lished itself as a small-town gathering

spot, drawing a regular crowd for break-

fast and lunch and providing a comfort-

able space for group meetings and Bible

studies. Exposed brick walls are dotted

with local artwork, including an exhibition

wall for nearby Little Artist Studio, and a

community-supported “Lending Library”

shelf is stocked with books to borrow and

return as you please. Yes, it’s a little like

Mayberry — but with lattes. 5510 Main St., Flowery Branch, 770-967-4080

Common Grounds Coffee

Shoppe

After long lamenting the lack of whole food sources in North Gwin-

nett, we were especially delighted with this

discovery, a community-driven market

offering local and organic alternatives to

conventional, big-box shopping. Here you’ll

find produce from nearby farms, freshly

baked goods by local bakers, handmade

arts and crafts from local artisans, and

even eggs from owner Brenda Mauritz’s

own chickens. (Ask about her chick adop-

tion program!) The goal is to create a place

where the community can work together to

support one another, Mauritz said — “the

way it used to be.” Originally located at

the corner of Little Mill Road and Buford

Dam, the shop doubled its space upon relo-

cating to Downtown Buford last August,

and the expansion allowed for the addition

of a cooking school with chef-led classes

like father/daughter and mother/son date

nights. There’s also a nice selection of

organic and gluten-free pantry items and

a café area where you can enjoy house-

churned ice cream in the summer months.

115 E. Main St., Buford, 770-945-9496

Buford Farm Fresh Market

You can’t see it from the road; in fact, you’d probably never know it was

there if you weren’t specifically looking, but

venture down a vine-covered walkway to a

discreet corner of Buford’s historic Tannery

building and a whimsical world of art awaits

at the Tannery Row Artist Colony. Com-

prised of 17 artists specializing in a variety

of media, the colony offers an artistic experi-

ence that is unmatched in this area of metro

Atlanta. Visitors can take a peek into the

working studios of local artists like Sabrina

Bland, who draws inspiration from nature

and Central American travels in her water-

color and acrylics; Bree Sauers, whose work

with acrylic, paper and “repurposed trash”

is a sight to behold; and Donna Biggee,

whose passion is plein air painting. There’s

also a gallery with rotating exhibits — catch

“h20” featuring various interpretations of

water, from canvas marsh scenes to sculpted

bath tubs, June 1 – July 20. Aspiring art-

ists can interact at Thursday Things, free

sessions that are open to the public to

explore a different artistic topic each week.

554 W. Main St., Buford, 770-904-0572, tanneryrowartistcolony.com

LEFT TO RIGHT: PHOTOS COURTESY OF SCOTT’S DOWNTOWN; BRE HUMPHRIES; ROBIN HARRISON; CORRIGAN SAUERS

Tannery Row Artist Colony


Spout Springs Library

Whether it’s a favorite overstuffed chair, a softly buzzing coffee

shop or a breezy spot on the beach, a good

environment enhances a reading experi-

ence. The Spout Springs branch of the Hall

County library system does just that. Open

since 2008, the inviting facility raises the

bar on book borrowing. At its entrance

is Friends Café, a space rented by the pri-

vately owned fundraising and advocacy

group Friends of the Library, and stepping

inside was a major “ah-ha” moment for us.

What better way to draw in avid readers

than providing their caffeine fi x and a quick

bite on-site? Its menu of frappes, slushies

and smoothies also creates a great incen-

tive for bringing in younger readers, as

does the library’s fabulously creative kids’

corner, which offers weekly activities for

little ones throughout the summer. But per-

haps the most unique element is a weekly

farmers market that sets up shop in the

library parking lot on Thursday afternoons

throughout the summer and fall, featuring

an average of 40 vendors peddling every-

thing from fruits and vegetables to knitted

hats and hair bows. 6488 Spout Springs Road, Flowery Branch, 770-532-3311, hallcountylibrary.org

Geographically, this gem is

hidden in the most literal sense, tucked

away in a cove next to Lake Lanier’s

Hideaway Bay Marina, but a high-energy

crowd in the warmer months makes it a

hotspot for summertime fun. The initial

appeal of Fish Tales is accessibility by

boat, making it a popular dining desti-

nation after a day on the water, but its

more than novelty that

secures its spot on our

list. Unlike some of the

high-priced, tourist-

driven competition, Fish

Tales combines a fun atmosphere with the

most important element of a great restau-

rant — great food, of course. Offerings

like fi sh tacos, crab legs, conch fritters and

the signature “Fish Tales” (fried grouper

fi ngers) transport your taste buds straight

to the coast. A sandy area out back is the

perfect place for child’s play and the res-

taurant brings in live music seven nights

a week in June and July. No boat? Take

heart — Fish Tales is an easy 1-mile drive

from downtown Flowery Branch by car.

6330 Mitchell St., Flowery Branch, 770-967-3775, fi shtaleslakelanier.com

Fish Tales Lakeside Grille

SERIES SPONSORED BY VIXEN VODKA

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LAKE LANIERCOMMUNITIES

G E M SHOMETOWN


Sugar Hill may be a mere dot

on the map of metro Atlanta, but its little

town center is budding with potential

thanks to the presence of this quirky café.

Opened less than a year, business has gained

momentum since the completion of some

area construction, and we can see why. The

fanciful, country French décor makes this

a particularly fun gathering spot for ladies,

whether it’s a book club meeting in the

comfortable sitting area or a few girlfriends

grabbing a glass of wine at the bar or patio

on a nice evening. The menu features café

standards for breakfast, lunch and dinner —

choose from salads and sandwiches along

with daily specials (think chocolate choco-

late chip pancakes at breakfast and roast or

ribs for dinner), and a case filled with sweet

treats encourages diners to save room for

dessert. Visit the restaurant’s Facebook page

for details about upcoming events, like a

murder mystery dinner the first weekend in

June. (Death by Chocolate, anyone?) 4969 W. Broad St., Sugar Hill, 678-765-8008

Sugar Hill Bakery & Cafe

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S E R I E S

This month, the

Buford Summer

Concert Series

presents local

up-and-coming

country artists

Andy Velo and

Jordan Rager.

Bring a blanket

and the family to

Buford Community

Center’s Town

Park Amphitheater

to enjoy the

entertainment

along with

concessions and

a kids’ fun zone. buford community center.com

LEFT TO RIGHT: PHOTOS COURTESY OF BRE HUMPHRIES; SPOUT SPRINGS LIBRARY; ROBIN HARRISON


PHOTO COURTESY OF DORCHESTER COLLECTION


[ WRITTEN BY HEATHER KW BROWN }

PRESTIGIOUS ADDRESSES

IN LOND ON AND BEYOND

Forget the beach. And the

mountains. When I grow up, the address

to my summer home will be found in the

fabulous folds of the English countryside.

This I professed as I reached for yet another

scone, debated between a dollop of com-

pote or clotted cream and sipped a quite

lovely spot of tea.

Wrapped by windows overlooking

a meadow of winsome wildflowers, my

girlfriend and I relished the experience of

Afternoon Tea in The Drawing Room at

Coworth Park, a luxe country house hotel

perched on 240 amazing acres of Berkshire

parkland. How very British of us, indeed!

Lured across the pond for a peek at

London’s privileged side, we wasted little

time. Over the course of five days, we

stayed in three of the city’s top properties,

ate in several renowned restaurants, and

basked in the bucolic background of an

estate manor.

Whether you fancy a stay in London’s

town or country scene, here are our picks

for when you “pop over.”

The Halkin

Chic and discreet is what

you can expect from a stay

at The Halkin by COMO.

Said to be one of central

London’s original bou-

tique hotels, The Halkin is

tucked among the columned residences and

international embassies in the gorgeous

Georgian neighborhood of Belgravia.

Just as upscale as its location, the

hotel interior is attractive with polished

wood and Asian-inspired black lacquered

surfaces that create an unmistakable Zen-

like sensibility. We were wowed by the

crescent-shaped arc of the halls, where the

doors to each room are all but hidden in

the clean design.

Belying every bit of its quaint public

spaces, the 41 rooms are surprisingly spa-

cious, complete with separate dressing

area, closet and a large marble bathroom.

My personal favorite was the control

center, where in my jet-lagged state, I could

turn lights off/on, call for the butler, check

the weather, and change the temperature

without leaving my bed.

My laziness lasted only so long. The

Halkin is less than a 5-minute walk from

Hyde Park and knowing the best way to

see a city is before everyone else is up, we

laced our running shoes and headed for

local landmarks. Our royal run included

parts of Hyde Park, past the Princess

Diana Memorial Foun-

tain, around Buckingham

Palace to St. James’s Park

and back.

Our search for fabu-

lous stops later led us to

dinner in a landmark

restaurant. Though the

outside divulges little, the book-lined gal-

lery around the main dining room at The

a tour of

The Bee’s Knees comes

from the English phrase

the “B’s ‘n E’s” meaning

the “be all end all.”


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Cinnamon Club is one of the many original

features preserved from its stunning setting

within The Old Westminster Library. Since

opening the doors 12 years ago, Executive

Chef Vivek Singh continues to revolutionize

how Indian cooking is viewed. For us, it

was a culinary adventure, challenging us

to try new flavors then rewarding us with

haute cuisine starters like crisp zucchini

flower with spiced vegetables and slow

cooked marrow, followed by innovative

main dishes like Tandoori wild Spencer

Gulf king prawns with Goan curry sauce,

pandan and coconut rice.

The Berkeley

It’s true. I do wish I had an English accent.

Then I could say things like, “Cheerio!”

when departing our first hotel and “no

need to cast about” while making our way

to the next. Maybe I would even sound like

a local when saying The Berkeley, standing

sentry in Knightsbridge, is “spot on!”

With our luggage whisked away by

attentive staff who greeted us by name, we

wandered aimlessly, finding copious rea-

sons to love this hotel. The rooftop swim-

ming pool — one of only two in London

— is where in hindsight, we should have

taken advantage of the synchronized swim-

ming classes available to guests.

Alas! The moment was fleeting as we

looked beyond the pool at the beautiful

solarium courtyard. On days when the sun

might not care to share its warmth, guests

are unaffected, as the retractable rooftop

quickly renews every inclination to linger

longer. At a Forbes four-star hotel like The

Berkeley, luxury is a standard amenity,

and one that, like the ever-changing floral

arrangements, continues to impress.

When the sun dips behind Big Ben,

the Blue Bar downstairs steals the show,

and considering its undeniable blue color

and striking white onyx bar, the David

Collins-designed space is hard to ignore.

Not that you would want to — the hip and

trendy scene at this top celebrity hangout

will have your head spinning before you’ve

even ordered the first cocktail.

I suppose one becomes used to such

star-studded sightings at a hotel where the

chef is a luminary — with two Michelin

stars, Marcus Wareing is the namesake

behind the hotel’s restaurant, Marcus

Wareing at The Berkeley — and the after-

noon tea has a following of its own. Fash-

ionistas favoring catwalk collections of

the edible kind don’t miss the signature

afternoon tea creatively called Prêt-à-

Portea. Imagine runway-inspired cookies

and cakes resembling purses and shoes by

famed designers like Dolce & Gabbana

and Christian Louboutin.

While its doormen, bedecked in top

hats and coat tails, add an air of authen-

ticity to the already decidedly elegant

atmosphere, The Berkeley boasts not only

first impressions, but lasting ones.

The Metropolitan by COMO

Although it felt like we were making our

way across the city, our third hotel was a

mere 3 minutes and less than a mile away

from our first.

This sister property to The Halkin

by COMO is not tucked or nestled or

anything remotely synonymous. In fact,

The Metropolitan by COMO is perfectly

perched at a prestigious position on Old

Park Lane. Here in London’s Mayfair dis-

trict, Elizabeth Taylor enjoyed all five hon-

eymoons, Prince William had his bachelor

party, and The Metropolitan won hands-

down for best room with a view.

Right: The Halkin Bar, a fabulous place for afternoon tea; Below: a smiling welcome to

The Berkeley; Facing Page: The Blue Bar at The Berkeley is one of London’s hottest scenes; one

of many rooms with a view at The Metropolitan.


CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HALKIN; BERKELEY; THE METROPOLITAN LONDON; THE BERKELEY


BESPOKE TRAVEL WITH BROWN + HUDSONWhat would you do if you could

travel anywhere and do any-

thing? The more impossible, the

better. Posed this question dur-

ing dinner with Philippe Brown,

owner of the London-based be-

spoke travel company Brown +

Hudson, I surprisingly stuttered,

stumbled and searched to find

an answer.

It’s one thing to miss a

math question, but not using my

imagination to come up with the

trip of a lifetime? Suddenly, call-

ing myself an adventurous soul

seemed like a farce. Then again,

bringing dreams to life and craft-

ing an experience that might oth-

erwise go unimagined is what lo-

gistically untethered Brown and

his team of creative masterminds

do for a living.

“We are not a standard

travel company. In fact, we tend

to reject most of the conventions

of the travel industry. We know

various corners of the world and

understand our clients’ world,”

Brown said, adding, “The art is in

bringing the two together in the

best possible way.”

Over dinner, I heard stories

of personal experiences so im-

plausible, I was more impressed

by how they did it than what they

did or why.

For example, Brown + Hud-

son once took a client fascinated

by all things 007 Bond and his

wife, who loved playing the pi-

ano but suffers from a condition

with severe short term memory

loss, epileptic seizures and hy-

persomnia, to Iceland. There, the

company arranged for the couple

to spend time with the line pro-

ducer from “Die Another Day”

and for the client’s wife to play

the piano just for her husband on

the main stage of Eldborg Audi-

torium at Reykjavik’s iconic Har-

pa Concert Hall (home to Iceland

Symphony Orchestra and Icelan-

dic Opera). The whole event was

filmed so that the memory could

always be recaptured for her.

“We understand that the

more original thinking we do,

and the more original sources

we involve, the more creative the

result and the less comparable it

will be,” Brown said.


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After all, life is simply more fun

when you walk into a room that wel-

comes you with an unobstructed view

of Hyde Park. Maybe it was the floor-

to-ceiling windows or the surprisingly

oversized room, a rare feat in London’s

city center, but it felt like we had the

whole park to ourselves.

Besides acclaimed greenspace, The

Metropolitan is also convenient to shop-

ping on Regent & Oxford, Shepherd

Market, Picadilly and to the Burlington

and Princess Arcades where cashmere,

jewelry, shoes and apparel line both

sides of upscale corridors. Tapping into

our inner artist, we took the opportu-

nity to balance the mayhem of Harrods

with the solitude of the Royal Academy

of Arts.

Much like its literary and theatrical

history, London is replete with highly

rated restaurants. We resumed our

foodie fest back at The Metropolitan.

Here, celebrated Chef Nobuyuki Mat-

suhisa opened the expansive see-and-

be-seen Nobu as his first European

venture decades ago. Still considered

a restaurant not to be missed, Nobu

is home to Michelin-starred Japanese-

Peruvian cuisine served in a stylish set-

ting. We unabashedly dove into adven-

turous small plates and several rounds

of incredible sushi, all of which lived up

to the hype.

Besides pampering your palate, The

Metropolitan also sports a spa, better

known as COMO Shambhala Urban

Escape, to revamp tired souls in the

vast medley of Asian-inspired holistic

treatments. A little down time is a good

idea before donning designer threads

and heading to the The Met, the hotel’s

decades old bar with a reputation for

hosting London’s hottest crowd. Our

action-packed agenda, however, called

for rest and an early departure from

Waterloo to Sunningdale.

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Finding the right platform in London’s bus-

iest train station qualifi ed as a challenge,

but we successfully minded the gap and

anxiously awaited our next destination, 45

minutes outside the city, in Ascot.

And here at the quintessentially English

and downright dreamy retreat of Coworth

Park, said to be the only UK hotel to have

its own polo fi elds, is where I let loose,

though I can ride a horse much better if

I’m not holding the reins for dear life while

leaning over to swing a mallet and strike a

ball, so a polo lesson was out.

Surrounded by hues of oranges,

browns and creams, a well-trained, tweed-

clad staff attended to our every whim

while whimsical lights that spell “love”

jockey for space in prized decor mostly

dedicated to Coworth Park’s equestrian

heritage. Pieces of pop art work surpris-

ingly well with country manor touches like

deep copper tubs, and smart design ele-

ments like mirrors on windows accomplish

a theme of bringing the outside in.

Guest rooms in the Mansion House

are crafted with strokes of sophistication

and tend toward more traditional tastes,

as if relaxing at a friend’s summer house

instead of a hotel. Home to fi ne dining,

a handsome bar and high-style afternoon

tea, the Mansion House is essentially the

hub for most happenings.

More accommodations outfi tted with

leather accents and equestrian-inspired

linens are found in converted stables, pro-

viding a playful nod to its former state yet

maintaining a modern fl air expected from

the Dorchester Collection’s country outpost.

From our sophisticated stable, we wandered

around the property, exploring the estate’s

exclusive eco-luxury and hyper-modern Spa

with indoor pool, gym and healthy Spatis-

serie before fi nding The Barn, which we

would soon revisit for a relaxed dinner.

The fields of flowers beckoned and

we could no longer resist. Having spotted

a rare clearing in the colorfully patched

playground, I jumped as high as I could in

the air and my girlfriend did cartwheels. I

can’t remember the last time I went from

feeling grown up to giddy but Coworth

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S E P A R A T I N G T H E

MYTHSF R O M T H E

F A C T S{ WRITTEN BY AMBER LANIER NAGLE }


In the age of the Internet and social media, a misleading statement can go viral in just a few minutes, as both information and mis-

information are posted and reposted on Facebook, Twitter and blogs. To make matters

even more complicated, the more often an assertion is repeated, the more the general

public believes it is true.

When it comes to health and wellness, a lot of factual information is floating around

while many myths are being propagated — all within clicking distance. To sort fact from

fiction, we asked local medical professionals to review a handful of health-related declara-

tions and deliver a verdict — myth or fact — for each. Their opinions may surprise you.

THE FLU SHOT CAN GIVE YOU THE FLU.VERDICT: MYTH“This statement is absolutely false,”

said Brian Nadolne, M.D., chair of

the Family Medicine Department at

Northside Hospital and president-

elect of the Georgia Academy of

Family Physicians. “The influenza

viruses used to make the flu vaccine

are inactive and cannot cause the flu.

The confusion stems from the fact

that sometimes people develop the

flu after they’ve received the flu vac-

cine, and they immediately jump to

the conclusion that the shot caused

the infection or did not protect them

against the flu. The reality is that

it can take up to two weeks after

receiving the shot to develop protec-

tion, so if you are exposed to the flu

virus just before being vaccinated or

while your body is still producing

specific antibodies that fight the flu

infection, you can still end up with

the flu.”

Nadolne adds that the nasal

spray version of the flu vaccine is

not the same as the shot. The mist,

sometimes given to healthy children,

is produced from live, weakened

influenza viruses and can cause a

mild flu-like syndrome.

MEN GO THROUGH SOMETHING SIMILAR TO MENOPAUSE.VERDICT: FACT“It is true that men go through a

process similar to female meno-

pause, but it is termed andropause,”

said Ken G. Knott, M.D., a prac-

ticing physician in Marietta and

author of “Dangerous Medicine:

What Your Doctor Doesn’t Know

Can Hurt You.”

“Menopause and andropause

are similar from the standpoint

that both are caused by the reduc-

tion in sex hormones, but they are

distinctively different processes.”

According to Knott, menopausal

women lose their ability to ovulate

and without ovulation, no egg is

present to be fertilized; therefore,

those women cannot get pregnant.

Men who undergo the andropausal

process can still father children as

long as viable sperm exist.

“In women, estrogens, proges-

terone and testosterone all begin

their decline typically in the mid-

to late forties,” he continued. “This

change can be rather abrupt or drag

on for two to three years. Men expe-

rience a much more gradual decline

in testosterone beginning in their

mid-twenties and continuing for the

remainder of their lives.”

TAKING ANTIBIOTICS WILL HELP YOU GET OVER A COMMON COLD.VERDICT: MYTH“Taking antibiotics will not help

you get over a cold,” said Peter J.

Kaplan, M.D., who is a hospitalist



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board certifi ed in internal medicine

and infectious diseases at Gwinnett

Medical Center. “Colds are caused

by viral infections, and antibiotics

treat bacterial infections, so antibi-

otics have no effect on the viruses

that cause colds.”

“I think there is a common mis-

conception that taking antibiotics

will prevent a cold from turning into

a sinus infection, bronchitis or pneu-

monia, but there is simply no evidence

to draw that conclusion either.”

HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY (HRT) INCREASES THE RISK OF CANCER IN MENOPAUSAL WOMEN. VERDICT: NOT ENOUGH INFORMATION TO RULE“Discussing this statement is a

bit complicated,” remarked Ken

G. Knott, M.D. “HRT is a term

used across the board for replacing

declining or lost hormones. But

replacing them with what? If HRT

means the replacement includes

man-made synthetic substances

made to act like and look like bio-

identical hormones, then that sort

of HRT does predispose women to

cancer, heart attacks and stroke.”

Knott says that a government-

sponsored study from more than

10 years ago known as the Wom-

en’s Health Initiative is often mis-

quoted by well-meaning doctors

and writers. That particular study

concluded that one particular

HRT — Prempro, a combination

of horse estrogens and a synthetic

progesterone look-a-like, progestin

— raised the risk of breast cancer,

heart attacks and strokes among the

participants in the study.

“The study was not about

bio-identical hormones that are

biologically identical to the hor-

mones human bodies produce,” he

said. “People have generalized the

study to indicate that it was about

all hormones when, in fact, it was

about one particular product. There

has never been a valid study about

bio-identical hormones predisposing

any woman to cancer. ”

SPINAL MISALIGNMENT IS NOT A GENUINE HEALTH CONCERN.VERDICT: MYTH“When the skull, spine, and pelvis

are in alignment, the body is in its

most optimal health state,” said Rus-

sell A. Friedman, B.S.M.E., D.C.,

owner and upper cervical specialist

at AlternaHealth Solutions. “When

we are off-center due to injury or

stress, our bodies compensate for

this by trying to push us back to a

balanced state that causes compres-

sion of the cells and tissues. This can

result in muscle spasms and pain,

joint asymmetry and arthritis, and

compression of our tissues that

diminish blood supply and oxygen,

which in turn causes toxin build

up.”

For patients who may be

uneasy about standard spinal

adjustments, Friedman recommends

“I think there is a common misconception that taking antibiotics will prevent a cold from turning into a sinus infection, bronchitis or pneumonia, but there is simply no evidence to draw that conclusion.” PETER J. KAPLAN, M.D., | Gwinnett Medical Center

“When we are off-center due to injury or stress, our bodies compensate for this by trying to push us back to a balanced state that causes compression of the cells and tissues.” RUSSELL A. FRIEDMAN, B.S.M.E., D.C.,Owner & Upper Cervical Specialist, AlternaHealth Solutions

upper cervical work, a measurable

and predictable approach that uses

extremely light touch — no more

pressure than is needed to take a

pulse. This approach may be suc-

cessful in treating chronic condi-

tions such as TMJD, migraines,

vertigo, fi bromyalgia, sports injuries

and unsuccessful spinal surgeries.

MENOPAUSAL FEMALES SHOULD TAKE A CALCIUM SUPPLEMENT TO PREVENT OSTEOPOROSIS. VERDICT: FACT“There’s truth to this statement,”

remarked Ken G. Knott, M.D.

“But the most important part of

preventing osteoporosis is to main-

tain optimal levels of sex hormones

because estrogens prevent bone

loss while both progesterone and

testosterone help bones to re-cal-

cify. With that said, both vitamin

D and calcium are important com-

ponents of bone health and should

be supplemented in all menopausal

females.”

YOU SHOULD HAVE A BOWEL MOVEMENT EVERY DAY.VERDICT: MYTH“You can be perfectly healthy

and not go every day,” said Peter

J. Kaplan, M.D. “Individuals

have different body rhythms, and

what’s normal varies from person

to person. Some people have one or


“The most important part of preventing osteoporosis is to maintain optimal levels of sex hormones because estrogens prevent bone loss while both progesterone and testosterone help bones to re-calcify.” KEN G. KNOTT, M.D.

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two bowel movements each day, and

some people go every other day. But

there’s nothing abnormal about a

person who doesn’t go every day.”

Kaplan remarked that a more

important concern is whether or not

a person is eating a healthy diet with

sufficient amounts of fiber, fruits

and vegetables that keeps his or her

bowel movements regular, without

straining and constipation.


MARC GREENBERG, M.D., Section

Chief of Ophthalmology at Children’s

Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite,

weighs-in on three commonly held

beliefs pertaining to children’s eye

health.

SITTING TOO CLOSE TO A TELEVISION

WILL HARM A CHILD’ S EYESIGHT.

VERDICT: MYTH

“The visual work of looking at a television at close distance is no diff erent than the visual

task of looking at any other object at that distance, so this statement is a myth,” Greenberg

said. “Many children with normal vision prefer to sit close to the television for the same

reason their parents like big screen TVs — it’s a more enveloping experience.”

Greenberg adds that a child’s eyes may become temporarily red and irritated after

watching TV or looking at a computer screen due to a decreased blink rate and a tempo-

rary drying of the eyes that occurs when people stare at screens.

CROSSING EYES WILL HARM A CHILD’ S EYESIGHT.

IN FACT, HIS EYES COULD GET STUCK LIKE THAT.

VERDICT: MYTH

“Purposeful crossing of the eyes is usually brief, diffi cult to maintain, and will not perma-

nently damage the eyes or lead to permanent crossing,” he said. “However, uncontrolled

eye crossing may cause visual damage in young children. Essential treatments for such

children are often delayed because parents incorrectly assume their children are cross-

ing their eyes on purpose. So purposeful eye crossing should probably be discouraged,

and any eye crossing that occurs with any frequency should be evaluated by an eye care

professional.”

R E A D I N G I N LOW LI G HT W I LL H A R M A C H I LD’ S E Y E S I G HT.

V E R D I C T: M O S TLY M Y TH

“The level of light does not aff ect the health of the eye,” he said. “The notion that reading

in the dark is bad for the eyes probably stems from the fact that kids who never put a book

down — including sneaking a book in the dark after bedtime — seem to need glasses later

in their lives. But it’s the act of reading itself that may actually lead to nearsightedness,

as an adaptive change. While this may be worrisome news for some parents, there is re-

ally no way to change this, so we just have to let our kids read away. And while reading

in dim light will not damage the eyes, good lighting is more comfortable and should be

encouraged.”

EYES

OPEN

W I D E

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TANNING BEDS OFFER A SAFE ALTERNATIVE TO TANNING IN NATURAL SUNLIGHT.VERDICT: MYTH“Tanning beds are not safer than

natural sunlight, as overexposure to

either can lead to certain types of skin

cancer, namely melanoma,” said Mike

Majmundar, M.D., a double board

certified facial plastic surgeon with

North Fulton Hospital and principal of

Northside Facial Cosmetic Surgery.

“As a plastic surgeon, we

encourage individuals to use a UVA

sunblock to minimize UV radia-

tion damage to the skin and to slow

down early signs of aging … if a tan is

desired, try using spray-on or rub-on

tanning agents instead.”

TAKING AFISH OIL SUPPLEMENT IS BENEFICIAL AND HELPS PROTECT AGAINST HEART DISEASE.VERDICT: MYTH“False,” said Rajesh Sachdeva, M.D.,

who is board certifi ed in general and

interventional cardiology and is the

medical director of the Cardiovascular

Program at North Fulton Hospital.

“Fish oils, derived from the tissues of

oily fi sh such as mackerel and salmon,

contain the omega-3 fatty acids eicos-

apentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosa-

hexaenoic acid (DHA). Several clinical

trials have been performed to examine

the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on

cardiovascular disease, but these have

had mixed reviews.”

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Sachdeva noted that the American

Heart Association guidelines published

in 2011 recommend it is reasonable to

consume 1 gram of fi sh oil daily, pref-

erably by eating fi sh, for patients with

coronary heart disease, although preg-

nant and nursing women are advised

to limit intake of fish to minimize

exposure to methylmercury.

“In my opinion, the evidence is

not overtly persuasive in routine or

pharmaceutical use of fi sh oil supple-

mentation in prevention of cardiovas-

cular disease,” he added.

CRACKING YOUR KNUCKLES WILL CAUSE ARTHRITIS LATER IN LIFE.VERDICT: MYTH“No one has proven that cracking

knuckles causes arthritis,” said Peter J.

Kaplan, M.D. “When a person cracks

his knuckles, he is simply stretching

his joints, which causes the formation

of tiny gas bubbles [in the synovial

fl uid],” he continued. “When the joint

closes back up, the bubbles escape and

make the cracking, snapping or pop-

ping sound we hear.”

According to Kaplan, Osteoar-

thritis (OA) is associated with the

degeneration of cartilage in joints

and occurs most commonly in weight-

bearing joints like knees and hips.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an auto-

immune-mediated disease in which a

person’s own immune system attacks

the body’s own tissues that line the

joints, causing swelling, stiffness and

pain of particular joints.

“RA often affects the joints in

the hand,” Kaplan said. “But devel-

oping RA has nothing to do with the

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[ WRITTEN & PHOTOGRAPHED BY JOHN MANASSO ]

refused to touch any of the fish — either the bait or

any of the five he reeled in himself — despite the best

efforts of the amiable Capt. Ron Mullins of The Striper

Experience, who served as our guide. Nonetheless, the

trip proved memorable in a way that ought to endure,

even through times when dad will have morphed into

a more embarrassing figure.

Bait and Wait

The day started at 5 a.m. with the unwelcome screech

of the alarm clock. Excited, Joey drifted in to my room

to make sure that I had awakened. We were out the

door 40 minutes later in a vain attempt to reach the

boat ramp at Old Federal Park in Flowery Branch by

6:30 a.m. for our Lake Lanier excursion. A diversion

to Chick-fil-A for some chicken biscuits left us about 10

minutes late, but Capt. Ron didn’t mind. We grabbed

our bag of lunch — the only gear we needed — headed

for the 24 ½-foot T-topped boat and were off.

It was 59 degrees and when Capt. Ron cranked up

the motor to 30 miles per hour for our 6-mile trip, the

M

y son has reached the twilight of

elementary school. The raw anxieties

of middle school loom a few months

away. At times his moody, adolescent side shows, but it

has yet to ripen to the full fury that is sure to erupt over

the next few years. For now, Joey still plays with Legos,

sleeps with a stuffed tiger he has named “Hobbes” and

likes to hug his dad. At 11 years old, he weighs 100

pounds, edging him over the threshold of boyhood phys-

ically, if not mentally, and his personality tends more

to the brainy side. When The New Yorker magazine

arrives in the mail, he snatches it away from me so he

can read the cartoons. He likes to throw the football

around but has no desire to play football. He likes to

watch baseball — loves the Braves — but no longer plays

organized baseball.

In many ways, that makes him like his father. All of

the above made the idea of going on a father-son fishing

trip ideal in some respects and ill-fitting in others. Joey

thought that missing a day of school represented a

spectacular idea while, once on the trip, he steadfastly



Capt. Ron and Joey Manasso

wind chill more than compensated for my lack of coffee.

By the time Capt. Ron turned off the motor, leaving

us near three small islands at the northern part of the

lake, the three of us were the only visible living creatures

above the water. Except for the occasional splash of a

leaping carp, the honk of a goose and our soft conversa-

tion, the atmosphere sat utterly still. Joey approvingly

pointed out the sun rising over the treetops.

Capt. Ron set up shop at a depth of about 40 feet.

He prepared four poles facing the back of the boat. Two

directly at the back were fl at lines. For the two on either

side of those, he used a planer board technique, which

kept the 75 feet of line farther from the vessel’s side to

avoid tangling. With an expert hand, he scooped up

recalcitrant herring and gizzard shad from a tank on

the boat and baited the hooks. He scanned his sonar,

set his remote control trolling motor for ¾ mile per hour

and we waited.

About 40 minutes later, we had our fi rst bite on the

herring. Capt. Ron called Joey over to the starboard side.

We pulled the rod out of the Driftmaster rod holder and

the fi ght began. Joey arrghed and yelped and gritted his

teeth as he cranked. To help, I put my left arm around

him on one side to hold the pole and wrapped my right

around him on the other. He needed all of his fi fth-

grade might. It was one of those bonding moments —

not quite a hug but a sort of muscle-clenched embrace.

As Capt. Ron instructed Joey to lift the rod to bring the

fi sh to the surface so he could scoop it up with the net,

Joey squealed sinisterly at the fi rst sight of its alabaster

underbelly. It ended up being our biggest catch of the

day: an 11-pound striped bass that Joey proudly posed

with, holding it from the scale.

Twenty minutes later on the same rod, we caught

our next fi sh, an 8-pound striper. This time Joey was

more assertive. “I got it,” he told me. He wanted me to

leave him alone. From there, our luck went a bit south.

Part of it was our inexperience. We didn’t notice the

bites the way Capt. Ron did and in those extra seconds

it took to get to the rod, the fi sh was gone.

A Fisherman in the Making

With a lull in the action, Joey picked up a spare rod

with one of Capt. Ron’s homemade jigs — he pours the

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molten lead, paints them and everything —

and began casting. Once, he only missed

hooking me on the backswing because the

rod hit the T-top. A second time, he got

the line caught in the trolling motor on

the prow. To free the line, Capt. Ron per-

formed some “surgery,” losing the jig in

the process, and, in the meantime, some

more fi sh got away. But Capt. Ron was

gracious.

Just before 9 a.m., he moved the boat

to another spot. As he baited the hooks,

Capt. Ron tried to cajole Joey into doing it.

Joey recoiled. “We’ll make a fi sherman out

of you yet,” he promised, good-naturedly.

A few minutes after setting up all of the

poles, Joey asked if we could put more in.

“We could do that,” Capt. Ron said, “Do

you want to catch that fi sh fi rst?” Joey hur-

ried to the pole and reeled in a 2-pound

Kentucky spotted bass.

It seemed Joey did have something

Joey thought that missing a day of school represented a spectacular idea while, once on the trip, he steadfastly refused to touch any of the fi sh — either the bait or any of the fi ve he reeled in himself.

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Outfi tters

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area off ering year-round drift boat

and jet boat fl oat trips on the Chat-

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favor spots around Buford Dam

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Georgia Lake Fishing

Charters

Owned and operated by Gainesville

native and fi sh fanatic Capt. Wes

Carlton, this guide service off ers

trips in Lake Lanier, Lake Burton,

Lake Rabun and several other Geor-

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Orion Fishing Charters

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Reel ‘Em In Guide Service

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Reel Job Fishing

Blue Ridge based fi shing outfi tter

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Georgia lakes and the Toccoa River.

They’ll wade along with you on a fl y

fi shing trip or accompany you on a

conventional lake fi shing trip.

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River Through Atlanta

Chris Scalley of River Through At-

lanta in Roswell likes to spend as

much time on the ‘Hooch as he can.

His familiarity with the ecosystem

makes his trout catching tactics

extra eff ective.

770-650-8630,

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Striper Quest

Fully licensed Lake Lanier guide

service focusing on freshwater

striped bass.

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Shane Watson

Guide Service

Third generation fi sherman Shane

Watson believes that you can catch

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coast. Just head to Lake Lanier and

let him show you how to get a large

catch using light tackle, live baiting

and trolling.

770-235-9829,

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Trophy Trout

Outfi tter and guide Bob Still pro-

vides access to the Valley at Suches,

a highly acclaimed private trout

fi shery in the Toccoa River Valley,

as well as a bed and breakfast for

unwinding after a day on the water.

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of an innate sense for fishing. After he

began casting about, Capt. Ron grabbed

a pole and followed suit. At 9:20, Capt.

Ron hooked a 4 ½-pound striper that he

let Joey reel in. Joey started to feel bad for

me and promised me I could have the next

fish.

Ten minutes later, I brought in a 4

1/2-pound spotted bass. I held it by its

gaping mouth as we posed for a picture. By

10:15, Joey asserted himself even more. As

he reeled in a spotted bass, he practically

yelled, “Get me the net! Get me the net!”

As the day warmed, we took off

our windbreakers and put on sunscreen.

Again, our luck waned. Capt. Ron moved

us back to our original spot. By this time,

we had more competition in terms of fish-

ermen, so Capt. Ron moved us again. Joey

was playing around with a pole that was

rigged for deep-water fishing. Those lines

are for the summer when fish take refuge

from the heat in the greater depths. Again,

Joey’s instinct proved right. That landed us

a final striper bass around 11 a.m. Almost

simultaneously, one of the other poles felt

a tug. Capt. Ron was surprised to see what

we had hooked: a catfish. He didn’t want

the slimy creature in the boat and the line

fortuitously broke before he cut it.

At that point, it was time to call it a

day. Capt. Ron let Joey, wind pounding his

sandy brown hair, steer the boat toward

the ramp amid a wide-open stretch. Capt.

Ron snapped a picture and e-mailed it to

me as a souvenir.

As we walked up the dock ramp

toward the car, Joey scanned some of the

boats in the parking lot. He still had yet to

touch a fish, but announced, “When I get

older, I’m going to have a fishing boat.”

Capt. Ron, mission accomplished. PN

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GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRINGThrough Sept. 29: This exhibit includes Johannes Vermeer’s masterpiece and more than 30 exceptional works from the Golden Age of Dutch and Flemish painting. ➧ The High

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Pure Taqueria, Peace, Love and Decorating, The Farmhouse, Eye Candy Art Studio, Eddie Owen Presents, Vintage Styled Life, Best of Brews, Crave Pie Studio, Park Café, New Dawn Theater, Steverinos and Sassy Girl. ➧ Historic Downtown Duluth |

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FIRST FRIDAY ART WALKThrough October: Art Walk is a free self-guided tour of the Mari-etta Square’s eclectic art scene. Look for an offi cial Art Walk ban-ner in the window to identify gal-leries, museums, cultural venues, restaurants and boutiques host-ing artists within their businesses from 5 to 9 p.m. ➧ Marietta Square

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JUNEMADISON CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVALThrough June 16: The Madison-Morgan Cultural Center presents musical performances at exceptional locations such as Bonar Hall, Burge Plantation and Madison Town Park. ➧ Throughout

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RIVERBEND MUSIC FESTIVALJune 7 – 15: This sig-nature destination event draws nearly 700,000 people to the Chattanooga Riverfront. Past performances include Kid Rock, Big & Rich, Steve Miller Band, Brooks & Dunn and Travis Tritt. ➧ Chattanooga | 423-756-2212 |

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JULYLAKE BURTON FUN RUNJuly 5: Culminating with fun festivities at LaPrade’s Marina, this race for runners, walkers and joggers follows one of the most scenic 2-mile routes in the Southeast ➧ Lake Burton,

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SUNFLOWER FARM FESTIVALJuly 6 – 7: Mingle with heritage crafters under a canopy of oaks along with music, old-fashioned games, a tractor show, summer-time treats and more. ➧ Sunfl ower Farm, Rutledge, Ga. |

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GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIRJuly 19 – 27: This summer, the charming town of Hiawassee will be fi lled with excitement and nostalgia during the 63rd annual Georgia Mountain Fair. With fi rst-class musical performances, fun carnival rides and a glimpse into North Georgia’s rich history, there is truly something for every member of the family. ➧ Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds,

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FIREFLY FESTIVAL July 26 – 27: Celebrate the end of summer with a Friday night Family Frolic featuring kid-friendly fun and a Saturday “date night” concert with the Sounds of Motown. ➧ Madison Town Park |

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NORTH CAROLINA APPLE FESTIVALAug. 30 – Sept. 2:Say goodbye to summer with a street fair, arts & crafts, enter-tainment, children’s activities, parade, food and more. ➧ Hendersonville, N.C. |

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SUMMER-LONGSCENIC HIGHWAY 197For the perfect summer day trip, take a drive to see the sights along Georgia’s Scenic Moon-shine Highway 197. Start with a stop at Soque ArtWorks in Clarkesville, Ga., where you’ll fi nd unique arts and crafts.

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SUNBURST STABLESAn hour north of Atlanta, this family farm offers something for everyone all in one location. Start your day with a gentle, guided trail ride into the Chattahoochee National Forest (options include a ride to an old moonshine still, a family adventure ride, a lunch ride and more) or opt for a day on the water by kayaking on a beautiful mountain lake or whitewater rafting on the nearby Chat-tooga River. Take a four-wheel tour to a working forge and pottery, explore a gold mine and pan for gems.

Zipline across Sunburst’s 114-acre farm on a canopy tour that includes soaring over a sawmill, into a cave and crossing a pond. At the end of the day, retreat to a quiet cabin, where you can enjoy a soak in a hot tub with a beautiful view. ➧ 3181 Georgia 255, Clarksville |

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NIGHTFALL CONCERT SERIESThrough Sept. 6: This free out-door series features international, national and regional talent in a variety of musical genres on Friday nights. ➧ River City Stage,

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CHATTANOOGA RIVER MARKETThrough Sept. 7: This new mar-ket includes live music, produce, artistic vendors and more on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. While you’re there, enjoy free yoga sessions for all skill levels. A weekly schedule is available online. ➧ Ross’s Landing |

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FRESH ON FRIDAYSThrough October: This weekly market provides fresh delectable items from food trucks, artisans, farmers and locally made crafts like soaps and sodas from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ➧ Center Park |

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calendarPERFORMING ARTSTHE TRUE STORY OF THE 3 LITTLE PIGS BY A . WOLF[Through June 9]

A family performance by Paul Mesner

Puppets of Kansas City, Mo.

Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta,

404-873-3089, puppet.org

DISNEY’S JUNGLE BOOK KIDS[June 12 – 26]

This family performance features

favorite Disney tunes and follows

Mowgli’s adventures in the jungle.

City Center Auditorium,

Woodstock, 678-494-4251,

elmstreetarts.org

DR. SEUSS’S THE CAT IN THE HAT[June 13 – July 28]

This puppet performance is based

on the book by Dr. Seuss and was

originally produced by the National

Theatre of Great Britain.

Center for Puppetry Arts,

Atlanta, 404-873-3089,

puppet.org

ARTS | EXHIBITSEERO SA ARINEN: A REPUTATION FOR INNOVATION[Through June 30]

The exhibit pays tribute to the late

architect and his design principles.

Also included is information on

Saarinen’s little known secret work in

World War II.

Museum of Design Atlanta,

404-979-6455,

museumofdesign.org

JIKI TO HANGA: JAPANESE PORCELAIN AND PRINTS[Through Aug. 25]

This exhibition features 49 color

woodcuts and more than 30 porcelain

and earthenware objects.

Oglethorpe University

Museum of Art, Atlanta,

museum.orglethorpe.edu

UNDER THE SEA [Through Sept. 5]

This IMAX film transports audiences

to exotic locations such as the Great

Barrier Reef and the Coral Triangle

islands. To celebrate the release,

Fernbank is having a “Fish Face”

photo contest. Send in your best

“Fish Face” photo to

[email protected] or

post to Fernbank’s Facebook page for

a chance to win prizes.

Fernbank Museum’s IMAX Theatre,

Atlanta, 404-929-6300,

fernbankmuseum.org

CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY WITH A DIGITAL SLR CAMERA[June 8]

This workshop is designed to help

you feel comfortable using the many

features of your digital SLR camera.

Chattahoochee Nature Center,

Roswell, 770-992-2055 ext. 237,

chattnaturecenter.org

THE ART OF DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY[June 18 – July 16]

Join this five-week digital camera

and photography class to improve

your skills with the DSLR or other

advanced camera. Learn the features

of your camera, how to avoid common

photography problems, and how to

improve composition.

Barbara A. Wood Academy of Art,

South Forsyth County,

770-205-9221 or 770-664-5850,

bawacademyofart.com

CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY — GOING TO THE NEXT LEVEL[June 23]

This workshop takes photography

to the next level, teaching advanced

features and controls on the digital

camera. Students should have a basic

understanding of the digital SLR

camera.


Roswell, 770-992-2055 ext. 237,


CONCERTS | COMEDYRIVERSIDE SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES[June 1]

These free monthly concerts are held

from May through October. Featured

on June 1 is Blair Crimmins & The

Hookers, a ragtime jazz band.

Roswell Riverside Park,

770-641-3705,

roswellriversidesounds.com

SUMMERLAND: EVERCLEAR, LIVE, FILTER & SPONGE[June 1]

For this concert, Everclear will share

the stage with fellow rock bands Live,

Filter and Sponge.

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre,

Alpharetta, vzwamp.com

HOME BY DARK CONCERT SERIES[June 1, 7]

8 p.m.

This magical outdoor concert series

is hosted by Georgia-based singer-

songwriter James Casto. Shows take

place the first Friday of each month at

Chattahoochee Nature Center and the

first Saturday at Chukkar Farm.

Chukkar Farm, Alpharetta;


Roswell, homebydark.com

DUNWOODY NATURE CENTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES[June 1, 15, 29]

This year’s concert series includes a

partnership with Mother Earth Brew-

ing and Moondog Growlers. Already

Taken & The 49 Sound performs on

June 1, and The Liberators on June 15.

Dunwoody Nature Center,

770-394-3322,

dunwoodynature.org

SATURDAY EVENING CONCERT SERIES[June 8, 15, 22, 29]

Local musicians will perform Ap-

palachian mountain, bluegrass and

Southern gospel music. Donations will

be accepted.

Unicoi State Park and Lodge,

Helen,

800-573-9659 ext. 305

Calendar submissions should be sent to [email protected] two months prior to the month in which the event will occur. Please note that dates and times might change.

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UNDER THE PINES AT MATILDA’S[June 8, 15, 29]

Enjoy live outdoor music at Matilda’s.

Bring your own food and drinks, lawn

chairs, and even your dog for a

laid-back evening of entertainment.

Matilda’s, Alpharetta,

matildascottagemarket.com

HOTLANTA DIXIELAND JAZZ BAND[June 9]

Come enjoy some jazz with a southern

accent led by Don Erdman.

City Center, Woodstock,

678-494-4251, elmstreetarts.org

SUMMER JAZZ SERIES[June 16]

These free outdoor concerts kick off

with Robin Latimore and her incred-

ible ensemble. The event has lawn

seating, menu options and vendors.

Villa Christina, Perimeter Summit,

404-303-0133, villachristina.com

HANK WILLIAMS, JR. WITH SPECIAL GUEST GREGG ALLMAN[June 21]

Get ready for a rowdy performance by

Hank Williams, Jr. and Gregg Allman,

a founding member of The Allman

Brothers Band and rock guitarist and

keyboardist.


Alpharetta,

vzwamp.com

GEORGIA’S ISLAND STAGE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES[June 22]

Lake Lanier Islands is hosting its 2nd

annual summer concert series. This

month, enjoy Sister Hazel.

Peachtree Pointe Amphitheater,

Buford, tickets.lakelanierislands.com

CONCERTS IN THE GARDEN[June 23 & 28]

This outdoor concert series features

Pat Benetar and Neil Giraldo on June

23 and The B-52s on June 28.

Atlanta Botanical Garden,

404-876-5859,

atlantabotanicalgarden.org

DRUM CIRCLE[June 28]

Professional drum leader Chuck

Cogliandro leads this drum event. If

choosing to participate, bring your

own drum or rhythm instrument.


Roswell, 770-992-2055,


THE STRAND THEATRE SUMMER MUSIC SERIES[June 29]

This series features Yacht Rock Schoo-

ner in June, a ‘70s band performing

hits from the likes of Steely Dan and

The Bee Gees.

Earl Smith Strand Theatre, Marietta,

770-293-0080, earlsmithstrand.org

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CIRQUE MUSICA WITH ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA[June 30]

This show blends the thrills of the

world’s greatest circus performers

with stunning symphonic music.


Alpharetta,

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CHARITY EVENTSOPERATION WALT[Through June 21]

Donate your clean and undamaged

wedding dresses for local military

brides.

I Do & I’m Done, Roswell,

678-218-3663

ATLANTA’S LARGEST BIRTHDAY PART Y[June 1]

All families of children ever born at

a Northside Hospital are welcome to

attend this party full of face painting,

arts and crafts, a DJ, dance contests

and more. Proceeds from family pho-

tos will benefit the Northside Hospital

Special Care Nursery and Parents

Partnered for Preemies. Guests are

also encouraged to donate canned

goods or diapers.

Zoo Atlanta, northside.com, zooatlanta.org

WAYLON AND WILLIE TRIBUTE CHARIT Y CONCERT[June 1]

Enjoy this tribute concert to country

singers Waylon Jennings and Willie

Nelson. Proceeds benefit Save the

Horses.

Save the Horses, Cumming,

678-294-8559, savethehorses.org

35TH ANNUAL POSSUM TROT [June 2]

This 10K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run

benefits the Chattahoochee

Nature Center.


Roswell, 770-992-2055 x 226,


FORE THE LOVE OF A HORSE GOLF TOURNAMENT[June 7]

Play in this tournament to benefit the

Roswell charity that works to save

equines needing critical care.

Trophy Club of Atlanta,

404-680-0392,

fortheloveofahorse.org

LOST OASIS 2013: WILD SAFARI[June 8]

Lost Oasis is Fernbank’s annual fund-

raising party, benefitting children’s

programs this year. The “Wild Safari”

theme pays tribute to the museum’s

Extreme Mammals exhibition and

features live music, exotic cocktails,

incredible food and patrons dressed in

animal attire.

Fernbank Museum, Atlanta,

404-929-6404,

fernbankmuseum.org

ANIMAL RESCUE FAIR[June 9]

This fair, hosted by Save the Horses

and Canine Adoption Network, raises

awareness for pet rescue. Admission

is free, but donations of bags of pet

food are encouraged.

Wills Park Covered Equestrian Cen-

ter, Alpharetta,

animalrescuefair.org

ADA FATHER OF THE YEAR AWARDS[June 13]

These awards will benefit the

American Diabetes Association and

honor Dr. James R. Gavin, Mr. Percy D.

Vaughn and Mr. Dhruv Pandya.

Ritz-Carlton Downtown Atlanta,

404-320-7100 x 3057,

diabetes.org/foty

ST. BALDRICK’S HEAD SHAVING BENEFIT[June 15]

Donate to the cause or shave your

head to honor children fighting cancer.

Proceeds go to the St. Baldrick’s

foundation, which raises money for

childhood cancer research.

J’s Southern Smoke,

Cumming,

888-899-2253,

[email protected]

4TH ANNUAL STROKE AWARENESS 5K[June 22]

Anyone who has been affected by stroke

is encouraged to participate in this 5K

hosted by Northside Hospital to raise

awareness of the disease. All proceeds

benefit the Stroke Support Groups.

Northside/Interchange Professional

Building, 404-845-5265,

northside.com

OUR CHILDREN, OUR FUTURE BENEFIT CONCERT[June 29]

Come to this concert benefiting chil-

dren and families affected by autism.

Performers include Jars of Clay,

Sanctus Real, Karen Clark Sheard and

CeCe Winans.

Atlanta Civic Center, 404-405-3394,

isupportautism.com

SPECIAL EVENTS“MOVIES UNDER THE STARS” SERIES[June 1 – 29]

5 p.m.

Bring your family for free entertain-

ment each Saturday in the summer.

Activities include games, snacks, and

a movie on the screen. Movies shown

in June are “Chasing Mavericks”

on June 1, “The Odd Life of Timothy

Green” on June 8, “Parental Guid-

ance” on June 15, “Rise of the Guard-

ians” on June 22 and “Here Comes

the Boom” on June 29.

The Village Amphitheatre,

Mall of Georgia, Buford

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL [June 3 – 7]

This week of VBS is for all children in

rising grades K – 6. Adult and youth

volunteers are needed.

Cumming First United Methodist

Church, 770-887-2900,

cfumcga.com

CRITTER CALL[June 7]

Corporal Craig Fulghum from the

Department of Natural Resources will

talk about Georgia’s native mammals,

equipped with fur pelts and skulls.

Tugaloo State Park, Lavonia,

706-356-4362

KIDS FISHING RODEO[June 8]

Children 12 and younger can fish for

trout and earn prizes. Adults must

[JUNE 12] Book Festival of the MJCCA

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accompany children at registration

and only a limited number of poles are

available.

Vogel State Park, Blairsville,

706-745-2628

LAVENDER FESTIVAL[June 8]

This festival is devoted to all things

lavender, such as lectures, crafts and

food samples.

Barrington Hall, Roswell,

770-640-3855,

southerntrilogy.com

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC[June 8]

Bring the stuff ed friends for a picnic

with games and a Teddy Bear Parade.


Roswell, 770-992-2055,


YOUTH FISHING DERBY[June 8]

Children compete for the longest fi sh

and most fi sh caught at this annual

event.

Brookside Offi ce Park Lake,

Alpharetta,

awesomealpharetta.com

PEACHTREE CORNERS FESTIVAL[June 8 – 9]

This free festival has children’s activi-

ties, arts and crafts vendors, musical

entertainment, food, a car show, a 5K/

fun run and a pancake breakfast.

Peachtree Corners,

770-367-3127,

peachtreecornersfestival.org

PEE -WEE NATURALIST SUMMER SERIES[June 11]

This series, starting on June 11, is for

children aged 3 – 4 to explore nature

through animal presentations, art

projects and natural world investiga-

tions.


Roswell, 770-992-2055 ext. 237,


BOOK FESTIVAL OF THE MJCCA[June 12]

Lauren Weisberger, the New York Times bestselling author of “The Devil

Wears Prada,” will discuss her new fol-

low up book, “Revenge Wears Prada.”

Marcus Jewish Community Center of

Atlanta, Dunwoody,

678-812-4000, atlantajcc.org/bookfestival

CANOEING 101[June 16 & 29]

Learn the basics of canoeing in this

introductory course. All equipment is

provided.


Roswell,

770-992-2055 ext. 237,


GWINNETT COUNT Y MASTER GARDENERS[June 17]

Peter Jenkins, aka Treeman, presents

“How to Spot a Dangerous Tree.”

Bethesda Senior Center,

Lawrenceville,

gwinnettmastergardeners.com

DATE NIGHT CANOE TRIP[June 21]

Enjoy the scenery of the Chatta-

hoochee River with your signifi cant

other and bring a picnic dinner to

share.


Roswell,

770-992-2055 ext. 237,


WONDERFUL WATER[June 22]

Enjoy water-based activities for the

kids such as the Amazing Bubble

Show, the ArtBarn’s Good Clean Fun

Crafts, the Sprinkler, Bubble Time,

Water Olympics and Miss Julia’s Story

Time.


Roswell,

770-992-2055,


SAY “I DO” BRIDAL SHOW[June 23]

This showcase will feature vendors

from Roswell, Cobb and Fulton coun-

ties’ leading wedding professionals

with all of the latest bridal trends.

Roswell Historic Cottage,

678-744-9150,

detailseventgroup.com

SUMMER COOKING CLASSES[June 25 – Aug. 20]

A monthly series of cooking classes

will be taught by Roswell’s own Chef

John Wilson. Learn how to prepare

a full meal from American and inter-

national recipes. The June topic is

“Tamale Workshop.”

Barrington Hall,

Roswell,

770-640-3855


WRITTEN BY NICOLE HOHMANFIVEthings

Redefi ne Girls Night Out. Leave your men at home; it’s time

to pick up your girlfriends and a Girls Nite Out Margarita!

Whether you want to slip into that little black dress for a night

out on the town or spend an evening in with friends, the

Atlanta-based libations are the perfect addition to any occa-

sion. If the thought of a girl’s night out isn’t enough incen-

tive, this budding brand’s ready-to-serve specialty cocktails

are made with top shelf Blue Agave tequila and real fruit juice.

gnomargaritas.com

Explore Atlanta on a Dime. Discover what your city has to

off er … for free! “100+ Free Things to do in Atlanta” by local

resident Sue Rodman provides economical and fi scally respon-

sible families tips to plan outings from a mother’s fi rst-hand

experience. For a summer full of frugal fun, learn how to visit

Atlanta’s best attractions without having to break the bank.

fi eldtripswithsue.com/100free

Nominate a Neighbor. Celebrating fi ve years of designing

spaces for individuals or families in a physical or emotional

crisis, AHT Interiors’ non-profit organization, Designing

Dreams, is looking for a northern Atlanta resident to grant

a charitable makeover. With assistance from donors, local

manufacturers and businesses, the design team will create

and execute the project before Thanksgiving 2013. The

deadline to nominate is July 1. ahtinteriors.com

Enter if you Dare. Take a supernatural journey through the

second oldest city in greater Atlanta on Gwinnett’s most vis-

ited ghost tour. Lawrenceville Ghost Tours return for the ninth

year of vivid stories and haunted tales. Produced by Aurora

Theatre, Lawrenceville Ghost Tours are sure to give you

goose bumps. Spooked? The 90-minute excursion through

Downtown Lawrenceville tells chilling accounts of haunted

places and local history — minus the bloody eff ects and gore.

scarystroll.com

Indulge your Taste Buds. Prepare your taste buds to savor

the fl avors of this culinary treat. The eighth annual Taste of

Southern Highlands, highlighting several local establish-

ments, will take place on June 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. Located at

the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, this “moun-

tain tasting experience” will be an evening of delicious fare

and entertainment. Tickets are $20 for adults, $7 for children

12 and under and free for children under 5. For details, email

[email protected].

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