14th Annual Toy Party & Silent Auction December 10

Atlanta's favorite holiday cocktail party, toy drive and fundraiser returns to AmericasMart 3 on Saturday, December 10, 2016. 

Following the tremendous energy and outpouring of generosity at last year's event, this Toy Party promises to be bigger and better than ever. Enjoy delicious SVEDKA cocktails, surprise guest performances and DJ set, and, of course, the season's most irresistible silent auction. Proceeds allow FTK's all-volunteer board of directors to continue our year-round mission of bridging communities and brightening the lives of Georgia's less fortunate families.

ADMISSION: $10 plus an unwrapped toy or gift card (valued at $20 or more, no cheating!) gives you access to the see-and-be-seen holiday event of the year, including drink tickets, tasty bites, and some special guests you won't want to miss. 

VIP TICKETS: To elevate your night, reserve your spot in the Toy Party VIP Experience ($250 for 1, $400 for 2!) on the balcony at AmericasMart, featuring a premium open bar and hors d’oeuvres; exclusive photo opportunities, special guests, a commemorative gift and lots more perks. Tickets are available here: https://getinvolved.forthekid.org/viptoyparty

DONATIONS: If you can't attend Toy Party but still want to make spirits bright this season, you can always pitch in at https://getinvolved.forthekid.org/brightenlives
No gift is too small—or too large! 

Once again, FTK is grateful for your ongoing support!

*Guests must be at least 21 years old to attend Toy Party & Silent Auction and provide a valid picture ID.

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GRAIN HOSTS NEW COCKTAIL-MAKING CLASSES FOR TWO

GRAIN cocktails. Photo by Tomas Espinoza.

GRAIN cocktails. Photo by Tomas Espinoza.

Looking for a creative date option, GNO or simply want to learn how to make cocktails like a pro? GRAIN, a neighborhood drink shop located in the heart of Midtown, is now hosting three Cocktail-Making Classes for two. For $59 per couple, participants will learn how to make a speciality cocktail, receive one craft cocktail each, and nosh on a sampling of light, seasonal bites from the kitchen. As an added bonus, each class will include house-made gifts to take home. Classes are at 2 p.m. and begin on Saturday, November 19, 2016 and run through Saturday, January 21, 2017. Participants that stay after class will receive 20% off of a second cocktail. Classes can be purchased singularly or as a seasonal bundle. Open to ages 21 and up, to reserve a spot, visit http://handpickedatlanta.com/atlanta/hand-picked/oyster-shucking-cocktail-making-class-grain-atlanta-May-2016-2017. For more information, please call GRAIN at 404.881.5377or visit www.grain-bar.com.

Winter Classes

November 19
Thanksgiving Party Drinks to Impress Your Friends
Take away: Thanksgiving syrup, and bourbon cranberry sauce

December 17
Hot Drinks to Warm Your Winter
Take away: Mulling spice bundle, and a Holiday treat

January 21
Tea Leaves, and Coffee Grounds in Cocktails
Take away: Special tea blend, and a pastry

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SWOOX Soiree with HARRY NORMAN

Last night, a swanky Wednesday evening was had at Swoox, in Buckhead. I was excited to attend the private soiree hosted by Harry Norman Realtors.

Swoox partner Jennifer Balcos and Harry Norman Luxury Brand Manager Alex R. Page curated a guest list of top HN agents to introduce them (and potentially their exclusive clientele) to all the fabulous services Swoox has to offer. Guests sipped on bubbly and enjoyed lite bites from Yebo while perusing the elegant showroom filled with chic vignettes, designer jewelry and original paintings.

Jenn and Alex were the perfect hosts... one lucky guest went home with a gift basket full of Swoox!

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MATT RYAN AND FREDDIE FREEMAN HOST A SPECIAL EVENING WITH ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA

NFL ATLANTA FALCONS QUARTERBACK MATT RYAN AND MLB ATLANTA BRAVES FIRST BASEMAN FREDDIE FREEMAN HOST A SPECIAL EVENING WITH ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA TO BENEFIT CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA

NFL Atlanta Falcons Quarterback Matt Ryan and MLB Atlanta Braves First Baseman Freddie Freeman, hosted a special evening with Ermenegildo Zegna in support of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta on October 25, 2016 at the Ermenegildo Zegna Lenox Square boutique in Atlanta, GA.

Matt is wearing a black striped, two button, notch lapel suit, white shirt, black tie, and black loafers all by Ermenegildo Zegna Made-to-Measure.

Freddie is wearing a black, two button, notch lapel suit, white shirt, black satin tie, and black lace up shoes all by Ermenegildo Zegna Made-to-Measure.

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THE SHOPS BUCKHEAD ATLANTA ANNOUNCES OCTOBER 2016 EVENTS

Making this Fall just a bit more fabulous, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta has a series of events this October for everyone! From the The Burger Battle to a Shop and Stroll, your social calendar will stay full and active. [See event listing below.]

“By hosting these unique events, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta continues to offer unique experiences for our customers and community,” says Anneliese Reid, Marketing Manager for The Shops Buckhead Atlanta.

Savant Salon - NOW OPEN

Savant Salon is an Aveda salon specializing in haircuts, blowouts, lashes, facial waxing, and make-up. The salon is openMonday – Saturday from 10AM – 7PM, and Sunday from 11AM – 6PM. The elegant salon is located at 200 Pharr Road.www.savantsalonatlanta.com/

Robert Talbott Grand Opening – Saturday, October 15th

From its early beginnings as a cottage industry in Carmel, California to its current position as one of the most distinguished manufacturers of fine clothing, the story of Robert Talbott is quite literally that of the American Dream, realized. As makers, manufacturers, and purveyors of utterly distinctive design sensibility, Robert Talbott is committed to bringing customers an iconic, American brand whose quality is second to none, all inspired by its heritage in the Monterey Bay Peninsula. Come and enjoy the new Robert Talbott store in Center Plaza at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta.www.shop.roberttalbott.com 

Kendra Scott Jewelry Tour - Tuesday, October 18th, 11AM – 4PM

Step into the custom Jewelry Tour airstream, across from Jimmy Choo, and experience the colorful confidence & inspired design of Kendra Scott. Enjoy sips, snacks and surprises while browsing the latest designs, shop Kendra's favorite pieces, and explore the brand new collection of Kendra Scott Nail Lacquer. www.kendrascott.com/kendra/categories/events

Cannonball Run Rally- Tuesday, October 18th, 5 – 7PM

After recently surpassing their centennial milestone, Cannonball Run Rally (CBRR) is currently the oldest car rally in existence. With over 48 years of combined rally experience, the CBRR collective carries on the spirit of the legend in a rally format and offers a truly unique experience in itself.  Luxury and exotic car owners alike will begin in Lenox, Massachusetts and make their way down the East Coast to Havana, Cuba.  Come view these cars as they stop at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta on Tuesday, October 18th, from 5 – 7PM. www.cannonballrun.com/

The Southerner’s Brunch – Saturday, October 29th, 12 – 2PM

Haskell Harris, Garden & Gun’s Style Director and The Shops Buckhead Atlanta invites customers to THE SOUTHERNER’S BRUNCH featuring a delectable selection of food and cocktails inspired by Garden & Gun’s New York Times best seller The Southerner’s Cookbook. The event, hosted at The Southern Gentleman (3035 Peachtree Road) is a ticketed event. To purchase tickets, visit www.ggfieldreport.com/brunch. Tickets, which are $75, include food, specialty cocktails, beer, and wine.

Garden & Gun: A Southern Shop Around – Saturday, October 29th, 2 – 5PM

Garden & Gun and The Shops Buckhead Atlanta unite to host a weekend of shopping, signature dining and unique in-store events. Participating retailers and restaurants will offer fresh in-store experiences to shoppers, aligning with favorites from the fall Garden & Gun issue. Whether this is a discount, gift with purchase, food tastings, specialty cocktails, mini facials, sketch artists, etc. The afternoon also includes Garden & Gun book signings, pop-up experiences in Center Plaza, and live musical performances. Customers can pick up an event passport listing all complimentary in-store events and activations throughout the property at the check-in desk located in Center Plaza of The Shops Buckhead Atlanta.www.ggfieldreport.com/a-southern-shop-around/

To stay up to date on all events at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta, please visit www.theshopsbuckheadatlanta.com/events.

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RIGBY & PELLER AT PHIPPS PLAZA HOSTS 'FREE THE GIRLS' BRA DRIVE THIS OCTOBER

rigby & peller bras lingerie

Rigby & Peller, the acclaimed global lingerie brand best known for its lingerie styling, is hosting a bra drive at its Atlanta flagship store in Phipps Plaza this October 2016 to benefit Free the Girls

A national non-profit organization, Free the Girls works to provide jobs to survivors of sex trafficking in developing countries by helping them make connections and earn a steady income in a safe environment through selling bras. Atlanta women simply need to drop off their gently worn bras Saturday, October 15th through Monday, October 31st and they will receive $10 off their next bra purchase at Rigby & Peller. For more information about Free the Girls, visit freethegirls.org

Throughout its 75 years, Rigby & Peller has evolved into one of the most talked about global lingerie brands and has dressed some of the world’s most iconic women, from rock royalty to crowned heads. Offering carefully curated collections of exquisitely-made lingerie, their boutiques create a luxurious and reassuring atmosphere for style and fit appointments, which are carried out by highly trained expert lingerie stylists. Rigby & Peller’s aim is that each client leaves their boutique feeling confident and beautiful; like the very best version of themselves. 

The Atlanta flagship store, formerly Intimacy, will be celebrating its one-year anniversary October 7th through 9th with a special shopping experience. Guests are invited to sip prosecco, enjoy sweet treats and more during their style and fit appointments. For more information, visit rigbyandpeller.com

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PROJECT PABST ATLANTA

Project Pabst makes its Atlanta debut on Saturday, October 1, 2016 and set times have just been announced. Project Pabst Atlanta takes place in the heart of the East Atlanta Village at the intersection of Flat Shoals & Glenwood Avenues, and will feature over 9 hours of incredible live entertainment. Performers include special hometown appearances by Run The Jewels and Mastodon, plus performances by Santigold, NOFX, Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires, The Internet, Real Estate, Titus Andronicus and more.

In addition to performances on the two main outdoor stages, The EARL and 529 will host additional live music, and 529 will also host the Project Pabst Comedy Stage, in conjunction with the Red Clay Comedy Festival--all included in the festival ticket price.

Project Pabst offers a unique festival experience, incorporating music, art, hands-on interactive elements, as well as food and beer at reasonable “non-festival” prices ($3 Pabst Blue Ribbons!). Festivalgoers will be entertained with the old school video games in the PBRcade, the Pabst Vandalism interactive graffiti art display, and Pabst Wax, which features on-the-spot pressing of vinyl recordings that the fans create themselves. Project Pabst Atlanta has also announced there will be a bike valet on site.

Tickets for Project Pabst Atlanta are available for $55 at the festival website: www.atlanta.projectpabst.com. Doors open for Project Pabst at noon on Saturday, October 1st.  Project Pabst is strictly 21 and over, and is co-produced by AEG Live.

The Atlanta stop is the third 2016 festival for the Project Pabst concert series, following a sold out show in Denver, CO this past May, headlined by Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, Best Coast & Violent Femmes; and the sold out two-day Portland festival with headliners Tame Impala, Duran Duran, Ice Cube and Ween. The final 2016 Project Pabst festival date will take place in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, October 8 with sets by Animal Collective, Hop Along, Mac DeMarco, Guided By Voices, Beach Slang and more. Photos by Adam Guy.

 Captain Pabst Stage

Summer Cannibals 1:05-1:35p

Real Estate 2:15-2:55p 

Santigold 3:45-4:45

NOFX 5:35-6:35p

Mastodon 7:25-8:25p

Run The Jewels 8:55-9:55p

Unicorn Stage

Bad Spell 12:30-1:00p

Omni 1:40-2:10p

Titus Andronicus 3:00-3:40p

The Internet 4:50-5:30p

Charles Bradley 6:40-7:20p

 
Additional Performances at The EARL & 529 from Radioactivity; Mind Spiders; Nots; Biters; Jacuzzi Boys; Midnight Larks; Cutis Harding; Dinos Boys and more.  

All Set Times are available at:  http://atlanta.projectpabst.com/schedule

 For additional information and links to purchase tickets, please visit www.atlanta.projectpabst.com. For more information about Pabst Blue Ribbon’s involvement in art and music, please visit www.PBRmusic.com and www.PBRart.com

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