By Laura Turner Seydel A common fear among women when it comes to applying lipstick is whether or not they got any on their teeth, but that should be least of their worries. Did you know that a 2007 study revealed that of 33 brands of lipstick, two-thirds tested positive for lead? And that’s not […]
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Midtown Tour of Homes is Saturday & Sunday
The Midtown Tour of Homes is now in its 4th decade and this year’s event will feature both single-family homes and condominiums. The theme highlights “Midtown, Old to New” – historic homes, new condominiums and conversion condos.The tour will be held Saturday, April 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 17, from […]
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Buckhead in Bloom this weekend
The Atlanta Preservation Center’s Buckhead in Bloom celebrates the 100th anniversary of Peachtree Heights Park West, the only known neighborhood planned by the outstanding early 20th century architectural firm, Carrère and Hastings. The celebration includes two events: an opening lecture on Friday, April 15 at 8 pm. and a home and garden tour on Sunday, […]
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HGTV casting ‘Design Wars’ in Atlanta
Want to get a stunning and stylish home makeover by a top interior designer, on TV? Do you have a room in desperate need of some style care and attention? HGTV is casting its new series, “Design Wars,” where three designers battle to create the homeowner’s dream space? Whether its sleek and ultra stylish, country […]
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Dine with Green Plate, take Plastic Challenge
Local nonprofit GreenPlate, which exists to promote the better use of plastic where we live, work and play, will host Green Plate Special: Eat, Drink & Be Wary (of plastic) on Tuesday, April 12, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Radial Cafe, 1530 DeKalb Ave. The $30 tax deductible donation benefits the organization and it’s ongoing mission. The […]
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Green-minded: Realtors sell and live the lifestyle
By Shandra Hill Smith They spend their working hours as ambassadors steering their clients toward more “green” choices when it comes to real estate. But for these Realtors – some with EcoBroker certification positioning them to market energy efficient and environmentally sensitive properties – the green-mindedness doesn’t end in the office. For them, green living […]
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Earth Day Event Guide
The 15th Annual EarthShare of Georgia Earth Day Party will be held on Thursday, April 21, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Summerour Studio, 409 Bishop St. The Earth Day Party, presented by Kaiser Permanente, brings together a diverse group of grassroots environmentalists, devoted philanthropists and business professionals whose collective goal is to integrate sustainable practices […]
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Spring Home Tours: Rolling Out the Welcome Mat
By April McFadden The perennials are in bloom, spring rain makes grass and trees green, the smell of dogwoods pierces the air and some of Atlanta’s finest homes will be opening their doors for spring tours. Whether you are looking to renovate, to move or studying architecture and interior design home tours are a great […]
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Urban Forestry Festival is Saturday
The 5th Annual Urban Forestry Festival hosted by West Atlanta Watershed Alliance and National Wildlife Federation is set for Saturday, April 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families are invited to the Outdoor Activity Center for the free festival, which will feature educational exhibits, tours of the 26-acre urban forest, food, giveaways, and hands-on […]
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Office Green: EarthShare hosting two events
EarthShare of Georgia is organizing events this month to promote environmental stewardship to leaders from the business world, both sponsored by Kaiser Permanente This year’s Corporate Green Day Challenge on Saturday, April 16, from 9 a.m. to noon allows employers in both the public and private sector to match employee teams to community environmental projects. […]