Student Linda Patterson Donates Used Tennis Equipment
During her senior year at The Walker School, Linden Patterson and her organization, Love All Tennis, were featured on CBS Weekend News. Patterson has donated more than 2,000 racquets to youth in underserved communities who cannot afford the expensive gear. Details: 700 Cobb Pkwy. N. thewalkerschool.org
Hours of Fun at Mountasia Family Funcenter
With three miniature golf courses, 70 video games and plenty of go-karts, Marietta Mountasia Family Funcenter has enough activities to keep the whole family entertained for hours. The on-site cafe offers classic fun-day fare, such as pizza and cotton candy, so you can play all day. Details: 175 Barrett Pkwy. mountasiamarietta.com
Lady Raider Hayden Mulberry
Lady Raider Hayden Mulberry of the Walton High School Varsity tennis team was named a honoree for the national USA TODAY High School Sports Awards. She was selected as the top girls tennis player in the state of Georgia. Details: usatoday.com
Slime A Teacher at GRACEPOINT School
GRACEPOINT School raised $77,394 during the Slime A Teacher spring fundraiser. The money is being used to provide tuition assistance to students in need. The mission of GRACEPOINT School is to equip dyslexic students with the skills needed to develop into independent and confident learners. Details: 570 Piedmont Rd. gracepointschool.org
Do Your Heart Some Good by Volunteering With Enduring Hearts
Enduring Hearts funds research that increases the longevity of pediatric heart transplant patients and betters the circumstances for children living with a new heart. The organization is looking for volunteers to help with charity events, such as their annual Bourbon Gala & Auction. Details: 1205 Johnson Ferry Rd., Ste. 136-329. enduringhearts.org
Volunteers Needed at Lillian’s Arms Limited
Lillian’s Arms Limited offers families a range of programs to improve their quality of life, including homeownership assistance, nutritional advice and financial advisory services. The organization needs volunteer mental health and wellness counselors, tutors/mentors and community members to help distribute food. Details: 2820 Lassiter Rd., Bldg. B, Ste. 200. lilliansarms.org
16th Annual Dog Days 5K Run
On August 7, runners met at the McCleskey East Cobb YMCA to run the 16th annual Dog Days 5K Run. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of East Cobb, the Dog Days 5K is a yearly event that raises money for charities both locally and internationally. Since the race’s inception, it has raised over $500,000. Details: […]
Old Cars for the Tommy Nobis Center
Do you have an old car that’s taking up valuable driveway real estate? Consider donating it to the Tommy Nobis Center to help support its mission of providing disabled individuals with the tools, training and support they need to obtain meaningful employment. Details: 1480 Bells Ferry Rd. tommynobiscenter.org
Dr. Daniel Lee Restores More Than Just Hair at Anderson Center for Hair
Under the guidance of Dr. Ken Anderson, founder of the Anderson Center for Hair & Aesthetics, patients can now turn to hair restoration surgeon Dr. Daniel Lee for his expertise using the ARTAS® robot. Find him at the Center’s original Sandy Springs location. By Stacy Moser Dr. Daniel Lee’s approachable personality sets his clients at […]
6 New & Noteworthy Local Businesses in Sandy Springs
Cinco Mexican Cantina Cinco Mexican Cantina prides itself on authentic, Latin-infused Mexican cuisine served in a family-friendly setting. The unique menu offers an upscale variety of items carefully prepared from scratch using only the finest ingredients. The restaurant’s fire-roasted salsa is made fresh daily along with their signature guacamole which is made to order whenever […]
