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Experience a day as a Principal
JOIN THE PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY INITIATIVE IN DEKALB SCHOOLS Are you a business or civic leader eager to make a significant impact in education? The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) warmly invites you to step into the role of a school principal for a day! This unique opportunity allows you to engage with the daily challenges and triumphs of public education while building valuable connections within the community. Who Can Participate: -Local business executives -Civic
Brookhaven announces 2025 International Festival, Oct. 18-19
Brookhaven, GA, Aug. 22, 2025 – International sensations Proyecto Uno and Third World with special guest Kumar Fyah are the concert headliners for Brookhaven’s 3rd annual International Festival, taking place Saturday, Oct. 18, and Sunday, Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., at Lenox Park, 1277 Lenox Park Blvd NE, Brookhaven, the event’s new location. Headlining on Saturday, Oct. 18, Proyecto Uno, founded in New York by Nelson Zapata in 1989, is a Dominican-American award-winning group that blends merengue with
Giving Kitchen cofounder shares lessons that inspired nonprofit
Metro Atlanta restaurateur Ryan Turner shared stories with the Greater Perimeter Chamber about the Giving Kitchen, a nonprofit he co-founded after a friend, chef Ryan Hidinger was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Turner, the co-founder and partner of Unsukay Concepts, spoke at the chamber’s Signature Luncheon on Aug. 20. Unsukay Concepts is the parent company for the restaurants Muss & Turner’s, Eleanor’s, Local Three Kitchen & Bar, Warhorse Investments, Seahorse Advisors, Roshambo and MTH Pizza in metro
John Grisham, Alton Brown and Chuck Schumer to headline MJCCA book festival
The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) announced on Aug. 27 the lineup for its 34th Annual Book Festival running from Oct. 22 –16 with a roster that will showcase bestselling authors, political leaders, cultural icons, and emerging voices. This year’s festival, according to an announcement made by the MJCCA, promises to be the most dynamic yet, featuring exclusive author conversations, interactive Q&A sessions, book signings, and unique culinary experiences. “This year’s festival brings
City Springs Theatre Company’s 8th season returns with ‘The Producers’
The City Springs Theatre Company is opening its eighth season at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center Sept. 5-21 with Mel Brooks’ musical-comedy “The Producers.” “The Producers: A Mel Brooks Musical” at the Byers Theatre is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI), a leading New York-based licensing agency granting local theaters access to Broadway classics. In 2001, American comedy legend Mel Brooks changed the face of Broadway forever with the
Fooda for office lunch in Atlanta
What Fooda is Fooda is a workplace meal program that connects offices with nearby restaurants. Teams can get rotating popups inside the building, group delivery that arrives in one drop, or boxed lunches for meetings. Employers can set a per person subsidy to control cost. The goal is simple meals, less admin, and steady variety. How Fooda works in plain steps -Pick sites and days. Choose which offices get popups or delivery days. -Share menus and order times. Staff see the lineup early and
Free Kids’ Bike Safety Rodeo returns to Dunwoody’s Brook Run Park
The City of Dunwoody will host a free Kids Bike Safety Rodeo on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8-10 a.m. at Brook Run Park, offering young cyclists ages 5-14 essential safety skills in an interactive environment. The drop-in event, located near the skate park at 4770 North Peachtree Rd., invites families to bring their bikes and helmets for comprehensive safety training that builds confidence and teaches real-world riding skills, according to a release from the city. Children must be able to ride without
Front yard tree program returns to Dunwoody
DUNWOODY, Ga. — For the fourth straight year, Dunwoody is partnering with Trees Atlanta to plant up to 80 shade trees in front yards across the city. The city says trees will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. “The Front Yard Tree Program is a simple yet powerful way for residents to make a lasting difference in Dunwoody’s landscape,” Community Development Director Richard McLeod said. “City Council has seen the value in a program that strengthens our canopy, cools our neighborhoods and
Sandy Springs Wine Festival extends early bird pricing after Roswell Wine Festival cancellation
The Sandy Springs Wine Festival has extended its special early bird 10 percent discount pricing until Aug. 31 to include wine lovers from the Roswell Wine Festival, which will not be held in 2025. “We want to extend this early bird offer to our friends in Roswell,” said Adam Forrand, President and CEO of the Greater Perimeter Chamber. “Their festival has been a beloved community tradition, and we’re excited to continue that spirit here in Sandy Springs.”According to a post on its website, Peggy Robinson
Your Region. Your Leaders. Our Impact.
Dear Leaders, We are proud to share the results of our 2025 Program Impact Survey, which reaffirms the power and purpose of Leadership Perimeter’s work in our region. Through both our Flagship and Youth programs, participants are growing into informed, engaged, and inclusive leaders — and the data tells a compelling story. Our evaluation is grounded in a nationally adopted framework used by Community Leadership Programs (CLPs) across the country. This framework is built around four core
TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Names New Executive Director
Effective August 1, 2025, Liz Loreti, CFRE, MA, became the Executive Director of TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation (myturningpoint.org), a unique breast cancer nonprofit focused on providing essential survivorship services for breast cancer patients of all backgrounds for nearly 22 years.“We are thrilled to welcome Liz as the new Executive Director of TurningPoint as she brings a wealth of nonprofit experience and will be an immediate asset,” said Kathy Smith, TurningPoint’s Board Chair and
DeKalb offers free gun safes following failed reform attempt
As hundreds of kids head into the school year with new backpacks and school supplies, DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston is giving away free gun safes to parents and other residents to encourage responsible practices for handling and using firearms. Boston’s office has done this type of giveaway before, but she said this is their first time offering free gun safes and trigger locks at back-to-school events. “Obviously, we’re living in lean times and a gun safe, a gun lock or a trigger lock
How SMBs Can Successfully Navigate the Leap Into Global Markets
The dream of international expansion carries equal parts promise and pressure. For small and medium-sized businesses, the prospect of tapping into overseas markets can open up new revenue streams, diversify risk, and boost brand credibility. But the global playing field isn't just bigger—it’s trickier, messier, and often plays by an entirely different rulebook. That’s why the difference between growth and growing pains often lies in how smartly and strategically a business prepares for its global
How Small Business Owners Can Manage Change Without Losing the Crew
When a business shifts course, small companies feel the tremor more than giants. A policy tweak, leadership switch, or new technology doesn’t just ripple—it crashes through a tight-knit team, rattles long-standing habits, and pokes holes in comfort zones. Change isn’t the enemy, though; resistance to it is. If you’re running a small business, managing organizational change isn't just about pushing updates or sending memos—it's about keeping your people on board while the ship turns. Start With the Real
The Future of Work Is Flexible—And Here’s How Companies Can Make It Happen
The workplace isn’t what it used to be, and that’s a good thing. Employees want more autonomy, better work-life balance, and the ability to do their jobs without being chained to a desk from nine to five. For small businesses, this shift presents both a challenge and an opportunity. You don’t have the sprawling HR departments or endless budgets of large corporations, but you do have something better—agility. If you’re willing to rethink traditional work structures, you can create a remote or flexible work
Revolutionize Hiring with the Latest Recruitment Innovations
In the competitive realm of recruitment, staying ahead requires more than just traditional methods. The integration of technology and data-driven strategies is reshaping how organizations attract and retain talent. By adopting innovative approaches, companies can not only streamline their hiring processes but also enhance their appeal to prospective employees. This shift towards modern recruitment practices is essential for businesses aiming to secure the best candidates in a rapidly changing job
