NOVEMBER
2015
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Welcome to the November 2015 edition of the Sandy Springs E-Newsletter, a publication that highlights news and events happening within the City. More information from City Hall can be found online at
sandyspringsga.gov. You can also telephone our Call Center 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 770-730-5600.
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THE CITY'S 6TH ANNUAL
VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION
Former WSB-TV news anchor John Pruitt will emcee the City's 6th Annual Veteran's Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 11 at 11:30 a.m. at the Concourse Corporate Campus. The keynote speaker will be U.S.Marine Corps Veteran and Sandy Springs District 1 City Councilman John Paulson. The event honors those who have served our country as a member of the armed forces. For more information visit the City's website for annual events.
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LEARN ABOUT PLANNED IMPROVEMENTS FOR CARPENTER DRIVE @ ROSWELL ROAD
The City is hosting a public open house regarding planned improvements for the Roswell Road / Carpenter Drive intersection on Monday, November 16, 2015 from 6-8 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. There will be no formal presentation, but city representatives will be available to discuss the project. A six-month road closure is expected at the northern intersection of Carpenter Drive at Roswell Road.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE CITY'S 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!
This is a busy time of year, so be sure to
mark
your calendar for these upcoming events. City of Sandy Springs turns 10 on
December 1
! To mark the occasion, come mix and mingle with your elected officials at a special
Open House
that afternoon beginning at
4 p.m. in City Hall, Council Chambers.
We'll have refreshments, and those who want to see how city business is conducted, can take a guided tour of city hall. Tours will end at 5:45 with the City Council hosting its regular meeting that night beginning at 6 p.m. For those who enjoy a good party, the
Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber and Leadership Sandy Springs present a 10th Anniversary Party, Friday, December 4, 2015 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
The party will take place at the
Sherwood Event Facility located at 8610 Roswell Road
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The evening includes entertainment, food and a walk down the City
'
s memory lane.
Tickets are $30 per person in advance. For additional details and to order tickets: bit.ly/1ihyNFR
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HELP US PLAN THE NEXT 10 YEARS
Have you shared your thoughts about the future of Sandy Springs on The Next Ten's interactive map yet? Head to http://thenext10.org/engage/ to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan update and add your comments to the map before it closes on November 8!
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RECREATION AND PARKS UPCOMING EVENTS
Three-day Thanksgiving Break Camp (gymnastics, art & science)
Monday, November 23- Wednesday, 25, 2015 from 9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $140.00 (3 days)
Registration opens on November 9 for the annual
Father Daughter Dance (Saturday, February 6, 2016)
Looking ahead to the beginning of December:
Fulton Schools Special Olympics Bocce Tournament: Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Holiday Hoops for boys and girls in grades 6-8 will take place on
Friday, December 4, 2015
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SSPD SAFETY CLASSES
Firearms Class: Wednesday, November 4, 2015 6-9 p.m.
Sandy Springs Gun Club.
Women's Self-Defense Class: Thursday, November 12, 2015 from 6-8 p.m.
at SSPD Headquarters.
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ADOPT-A-FAMILY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
The Community Assistance Center's (CAC) Adopt-a-Family program serves local families who have received assistance from CAC during the current year. It's easy to adopt a local family for holiday gifts! View family stories and children's wish lists on the CAC website. Select a family and "adopt" online. Donors, please spend $50 per child and deliver your new and unwrapped gifts. CAC will distribute gifts to families as they are received.
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ACT3 PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
GUYS AND DOLLS
Act3 Productions will present Guys and Dolls November 6 through 21 at Act3 Playhouse. Tickets are $15-$30 and may be purchased at
www.act3productions.org
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The performance schedule is: November 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 at 8 p.m. A Sunday matinee will be offered November 15 at 3 p.m. Group rates are available by calling 770-241-1905.
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PANCAKES WITH SANTA
Kickoff the holidays at the Sandy Springs Society's annual pancake breakfast.
This year's breakfast will be held on
Saturday, November 7 at 9 a.m. at Heritage Sandy Springs.
Santa will be camera ready, so bring a camera to snap the perfect holiday card photo.
Tickets are $20 for both adults and children. To ensure a personal visit with Santa, only 150 tickets are available online.
For more information, visit www.sandyspringssociety.org.
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ELEGANT ELF MARKETPLACE RETURNS!
The Elegant Elf Marketplace, presented by the Sandy Springs Society, is a festive high-end gift market that showcases close to 80 local and regional artists, gourmet food purveyors, and distinctive gift vendors in jewelry, handcrafted fashions, fine crafts, home and garden, handbags, toys and more. The Elegant Elf Marketplace takes place Saturday, November 7 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; and Sunday, November 8 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Lake Forest Elementary School, 5920 Sandy Springs Circle. $5 entrance fee. Free for children 10 and under. Easy access parking is free. For more information, visit
www.sandyspringssociety.org.
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ACZA ZYDECO DANCE WITH ZYDECO T
Sponsored by the Atlanta Cajun Zydeco Association (ACZA),
Zydeco T, with special guest John Ferguson, plays Zydeco classics (sung in Creole French), contemporary standards, and original material. Saturday, November 7 at the Dorothy Benson Center, 6500 Vernon Woods Dr. Dance 8-11 pm; Free dance lesson 7-8 pm. $18/ $5 students/ $14 active military.
No partner necessary. All ages welcome.
Authentic Cajun/Creole Food for sale from Fusions Catering. For more information:
www.aczadance.org
or visit their
Facebook page
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SANDY SPRINGS EDUCATION FORCE'S ANNUAL 5K - FOOTPRINTS FOR THE FUTURE RETURNS
The second annual Footprints for the Future 5K winds through the heart of Sandy Springs near City Walk on
Saturday, November 14, benefiting Sandy Springs Education Force and the students in our eleven Sandy Springs public schools. The race, a certified Peachtree Qualifier, will include chip timing and a professional finish line provided by Georgia Multisports Productions. The event also includes a pre-race warm-up led by fitness professionals, live entertainment, including a DJ, vendor booths and a Family Fun Run. Tee Shirts and giveaways from our sponsors and community supporters will be given to all race participants. Register online at
www.active.com (Keywords: Footprints for the Future)
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE DAFFODIL PROJECT AT HAMMOND PARK
The public is invited to participate in the planting of the Daffodil Project's Children's Memorial Garden at Hammond Park on Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 3 p.m. The Daffodil Project's goal is to build a worldwide living memorial of the children who perished in the Holocaust and in support of children who continue to suffer in humanitarian crises today. For more information visit the Daffodil Project's website.
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ATLANTA HOMES AND LIFESTYLES
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Mark your calendar this year's Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles' Home for the Holidays designer showhouse and marketplace. This year's showhouse is located in Sandy Springs at 1150 West Garmon Road, NW and will be open Thursdays-Sundays (closed Thanksgiving) from November 20 - December 13, 2015. Tickets are $25 in advance and until 11/20; $30 at the door. Children 10 and under are free. For more information visit: Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Magazine's website.
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NEIGHBORHOOD CONTACT UPDATE
Help us keep you informed! Please visit the Neighborhood Relations page on our website to learn how to submit your information
so we can keep you updated on city related projects and activities.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT
HERITAGE SANDY SPRINGS
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HERITAGE WINTER CLASSICS SERIES
Don't miss the return of the "Heritage Winter Classics"concert series, held one Sunday evening each month, November through February. Presented by Heritage Sandy Springs, Heritage Winter Classics is an indoor concert series celebrating classical, jazz, and vocal music.
The series kicks off on Sunday, November 15, 2015 with Hooray for Hollywood! With Cecil Welch and Friends, Cecil and his band will be performing Academy Award winning film themes from the 1930s all the way to the present, bringing the music to life with anecdotes and stories.
Heritage Winter Classics take place in Heritage Hall on the lower level of the Heritage Sandy Springs at 6110 Blue Stone Road. Admission is $5 for members of Heritage Sandy Springs and $10 for non-members. Doors open at 4:00 p.m., performances are 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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LAST COUPLE OF WEEKS AT THE FARMERS MARKET
Fall is harvest time, so head to the Farmers Market! The Market is located at Century Springs East parking Lot, 6110 Lake Forrest Drive (corner of Mt Vernon Highway and Lake Forrest Drive). It's open every Saturday through November from 8:30 am - noon. Come shop for locally grown produce, farm fresh eggs and dairy products and a wide variety of prepared foods. In addition, enjoy live music, people watching, and a fun day out at the market. For more information, visit www.sandyspringsfarmersmarket.com or visit them on facebook at facebook.com/sandyspringsfarmersmarket.
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WE CELEBRATE NEW BUSINESSES, NEW LOCATIONS AND ANNIVERSARIES
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RIBBON CUTTING AT ADDED TOUCH CATERING
One of Atlanta's most popular caterers recently relocated to Sandy Springs! Added Touch Catering, now located at 8601 Dunwoody Place, snipped the welcome ribbon on their new home with help from Mayor Paul.
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