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Atlanta chef Ford Fry hosts fifth annual JCT. Kitchen Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival

Submitted by Brooks McAlister, Social Media Manager
Saturday, June 15th, 2013, 12:21pm
Atlanta chef Ford Fry hosts fifth annual JCT. Kitchen Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival

ATLANTA (June 14, 2013) – Join Chef Ford Fry as he hosts the fifth annual JCT. Kitchen Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival on Sunday, July 21 from 1-5 p.m. This year, more than 40 of the South’s top chefs along with 15 skilled mixologists and over 30 farmers are teaming up to create the tastiest tomato concoctions and to help raise money for Georgia Organics.

“Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival is absolutely one of my favorite events,” says Ford Fry, owner/chef of JCT. Kitchen & Bar, No. 246 and The Optimist. “I love seeing the creativity of all the participants and I’m looking forward to seeing what this year’s crop of talent comes up with,” he adds.

Tickets are now on sale for $55 per person and $50 for Georgia Organics members and can be purchased online through Xorbia. Starting Monday, July 1, all ticket prices will increase to $70 per person. A total of 1,400 tickets are available for attendees. Last year’s festival brought in close to $26,000 for Georgia Organics.

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Supper Club fundraiser held at 5 Seasons Brewery

Submitted by acfbpr on Wednesday, June 5th, 10:28 am

5 Seasons Brewery invites the community to help them kick off the summer patio season while raising money for the Atlanta Community Food Bank. They will host the Food Bank’s regular Supper Club fundraiser on June 11 at all three locations. This is a special edition of Supper Club with the theme “Patio Perfect Dining” highlighting great restaurant patios in Atlanta.

Eat dinner at one of the three 5 Seasons Brewery locations on Tuesday, June 11 and 20 percent of your tab will be donated to support the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

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Rockettes to visit Scottish Rite

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013, 9:49am
Rockettes to visit Scottish Rite

ATLANTA -- Two members of the world famous Rockettes will visit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite this week.

The women, who are also native Atlantans, will be at the children's hospital on Wednesday, May 29. They will deliver gifts to patients and share stories of their experiences with the legendary dance company.

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the Rockettes, will return to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in November.

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Long-Term Care discussion led by Olympic gold medalist Wendy Boglioli

Submitted by Judith Fouts
Wednesday, May 15th, 2013, 1:55pm
Long-Term Care discussion led by Olympic gold medalist Wendy Boglioli

 

No one should allow their future to happen by accident. That was the message Wendy Boglioli, a 1976 Olympic Gold Medalist for swimming, presented during a “Financially Sound, Physically Strong” event hosted by Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (MSWM), Atlanta, on May13 at the Georgian Club. Financial Advisor Kristen Fricks-Roman, a senior vice president at MSWM helped develop the private women’s event sponsored by the firm’s Office of Diversity and Genworth Financial.

More than 70 local women attended the event to listen to Boglioli share her personal experience caring for her father the same year she was going for Gold, as get educated on the value of preparation.

“Planning and preparation is key,” stated Fricks-Roman who invited, along with other financial advisors at MSWM, clients to the educational event. “Wendy’s presentation was impactful and brought attention to the affects long-term care planning can have on one’s family and business.”

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Junior Chamber Atlanta to host information session

Submitted by Marilyn Pearlman, Public Relations Specialist
Monday, May 13th, 2013, 8:15am
Junior Chamber Atlanta to host information session

ATLANTA -- The Atlanta Junior Chamber (JCI Atlanta) will host its first member orientation and info session of the year! This event is open to any young professional between the ages of 21-40 that would like to learn more about the organization. 

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Free Dog and Cat Vaccinations

Submitted by Don Buckindail, Manager of Digital Content
Friday, April 26th, 2013, 9:00am
Free Dog and Cat Vaccinations

A community outreach event focused on providing services to pet owners in neighborhoods without affordable and accessible general pet wellness care will take place on Saturday in Atlanta.

Free cat and dog rabies vaccinations and licenses will be offered while supplies last.

The Humane Society of the United States, Fulton County Animal Services, UGA College of Veterinary Medicine’s Animal Welfare Club, Jabula Dog Academy, SnazzyPetUSA.com, Lifeline Animal Project, The Ark Animals Hospital and Save Our Pets Food Bank are hosting the event.

WHERE:      
Pets for Life Center
809 Hollywood Rd.
Atlanta, Ga. 30318

WHEN:          
Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Holy Innocents' Episcopal School's film festival ready to roll!

Submitted by peggyshaw on Tuesday, April 23rd, 10:47 am
Holy Innocents' Episcopal School's film festival ready to roll!

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. -- Cinematic artists at Holy Innocents' Episcopal School will put their skills on display Wednesday, April 24, at 7 p.m. in the Fine Arts Building on campus. 

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