Sharon Silva, left, has retired as executive director of the Buckhead Business Association after five years in the position. Under her leadership, the organization grew and developed new programs, including the Taste of Buckhead Business Expo. Silva said she wanted to spend more time with her elderly father, who also lives in Atlanta. BBA announced in late June that Jennifer Thomas, formerly in public relations with Coca-Cola, would take over as new executive director. www.buckheadbusiness.org.
Young Audiences, Woodruff Arts Center, which provides arts education programming, has announced that Paul Denton and Diane Evans have been elected to serve on the Young Audiences Board of Directors. Denton brings over 20 years of leadership in business administration and operations management while Evans offers an extensive background in community involvement. www.woodruffcenter.org
Spa Sentio is now open in White Provision in West Midtown. The spa offers organic, eco-friendly products and services to men and women. www.spasentio.com.
Banking executive Michelle Sullivan was elected to the Skyland Trail Board of Directors, an acclaimed treatment center of the George West Mental Health Foundation. Sullivan previously served on the Skyland Trail Advisory Board and in 2008 chaired the organization’s principal fund-raising event Benefits of Laughter. Sullivan is vice president of Wells Fargo/Wachovia Insurance Company. www.skylandtrail.org.
Phipps Plaza has announced the opening of Michael Stars, a Los Angeles-based leader in the women’s contemporary market. Stars is best known for pioneering “casual couture” since its founding in 1986. The Phipps location marks the twelfth for the company. www.simon.com
The InTown Academy, Atlanta’s new community-based public charter school located in the Old Fourth Ward, named Tangela T. Johnson to serve as principal once the school’s doors open on Aug. 9. Johnson formerly worked with Fulton County and City of Atlanta Schools in teacher training and as principal of Sadie Tillis Elementary School in Jacksonville, Fla. The InTown Academy is located at the former C.W. Hill Building on 386 Pine Street. www.intownacademy.org.
Lenox Square will add Fendi, known for its iconic handbags, and Ermenegildo Zegna, seller of luxury menswear, to its luxury wing soon. Fendi is expected to open in Fall 2010 while Ermenegildo Zegna is slated to open Spring 2011. www.simon.com
London Calling has opened on Peachtree Street featuring clothing brands from the UK including Paul Smith, Blokes and Birds, TopShop, Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, Fred Perry, Janine Basile, and many more. Items are available in store, online, or by special order.1545 Peachtree Street, Suite 110.
DEKA Athletics is moving from Pharr Road to The Shops Around Lenox next month. The fitness fashion wear boutique will offer 40 new lines including Adidas by Stella McCartney, Asics, Beyond Yoga, Bia Brizil and more. www.dekaathletics.com.
Cocktails & Canvas, a space where adults can take painting classes and host art parties, is now open in Village Place Brookhaven. Classes are $25 for two hours or $35 for three hours, which includes art supplies such as canvas, paint, brushes and aprons. Artists can bring their own favorite beverages to sip as they work. www.cocktailsandcanvas.com. Also newly opened in Village Place Brookhaven is The Little House of Art, an art studio designed for children ages 2 and up. A variety of classes, workshops and events using a variety of materials will be held regularly. www.thelittlehouseofart.com.
Whipstitch is now open in the Brickworks development in West Midtown, 1000 Marietta Street, Suite 102. The shop offers a huge selection of modern fabrics, notions, patterns, ribbons and more. Sewing classes are also available. www.whipstitchfabrics.com.
Science and technology firm Smith Carter celebrated its 10th anniversary in Atlanta last month by giving back to the community. On June 4, the firm participated in building a home for a less fortunate family in Atlanta through Habitat for Humanity. www.smithcarter.com.
The Original Boutique Warehouse Sale will set up shop at Atlantic Station(above Z Gallerie) on Friday and Saturday, July 23 and 24, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. Shop for fashions up to 70 percent off from Atlanta boutiques like Sandpiper, Meringue, Lexie + Jane, Fickle Manor, Fab’rik, Boogaloos and more. More information is available at www.boutiquebargainsatl.com. Cash or check only, please.
