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2005 Archive
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Lightning 10K Road Race Renamed Doug Kessler Lightning
10K
Sandy Springs, Georgia; July 8, 2005: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 1st annual Doug Kessler Lightning
10K road race to kick off the 20th annual Sandy Springs Festival on
Saturday, September 17th, 2005 at 7:30 a.m. For more information on
the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K or the Sandy Springs Festival, log on
to www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
Formerly known as the Lightning 10K Road Race, the event has been renamed
this year in memory of Doug Kessler. Doug was a devoted member of the
Sandy Springs community and an avid runner who originated the race years
ago, but unexpectedly passed away recently. Margie Kessler, Doug’s
widow, says, “It is an honor for our family that the community
is recognizing Doug’s commitment for Sandy Springs as well as
his passion for running. David, Amy, and I are thrilled that Doug’s
spirit and memory will live on through the annual Doug Kessler Lightning
10K.”
In the spirit of Doug’s healthy lifestyle, this year Saint Joseph’s
Hospital and other area businesses will be putting on a Health Expo
at the conclusion of the race. Ryan and Bonnie Hardage, co-chairs of
this year’s race, stated, “We are honored to be involved
in such a time-honored tradition for the Atlanta running community.
This year is even more special as we honor the life of Doug Kessler,
a beloved community volunteer who advocated for a healthy, active lifestyle.
With the generous support from our race sponsors like Saint Joseph’s
Hospital and community health advocates, this year’s race will
not only generate the excitement from a fast-paced course, but will
also bring awareness to the community of options for a heart healthy
lifestyle through education and screenings provided at our post race
Health Expo.”
Registration for the September 17th race is $20 pre-race and $25 the
day of the race and may be completed online at www.Active.com, in person
at Fleet Feet Sports at 224 Johnson Ferry Road, 404-255-3338, or through
ads in local running publications. The Doug Kessler Lightning 10K is
Peachtree Road Race qualifier. Race sponsors are Sandy Springs Society,
The WSB-TV Family 2 Family Project, Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Publix
Super Markets Charities, BancMortgage, Prudential Georgia Realty, and
Fleet Feet Sports of Sandy Springs.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Health Expo to be Held
at Sandy Springs Festival
Sandy Springs, Georgia; July 21, 2005: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 1st annual Health Expo, which will
follow the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K and run through the 20th annual
Sandy Springs Festival on Saturday, September 17, 2005, and Sunday,
September 18, 2005. For more information on the Health Expo or the Sandy
Springs Festival, log on to www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
New to Sandy Springs Festival, the Health Expo is designed to promote
greater awareness of health and fitness in the Sandy Springs community.
The Health Expo will be located near the Sandy Springs United Methodist
Church Hitson Center. Included in the price of admission for Sandy Springs
Festival and open to all attendees, the Health Expo will host post-event
ceremonies for the participants in the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K on
Saturday and The GreenTour on Sunday, where awards will be handed out,
food will be provided, and athletes will have the opportunity to talk
to the health experts on an individual level.
Ryan and Bonnie Hardage, co-chairs of the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K,
are enthusiastic about the new event: “With the generous support
from our race sponsors like Saint Joseph’s Hospital and community
health advocates, this year’s race will not only generate the
excitement from a fast-paced course, but will also bring awareness to
the community of options for a heart healthy lifestyle through education
and screenings provided at our post race Health Expo.” The Doug
Kessler Lightning 10K is sponsored by Prudential Georgia Realty, Banc
Mortgage, Fleet Feet Sports of Sandy Springs, and Swift, Currie, McGhee
& Hiers, LLP.
The Health Expo is included in the price of admission for the Festival.
Sandy Springs Festival is the largest annual event in Sandy Springs.
It will be open on Saturday, September 17th from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m.
and Sunday, September 18th from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Sponsors of Sandy
Springs Festival include The Sandy Springs Society, The WSB-TV Family
2 Family Project, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Publix Super Markets
Charities, Northside Neighbor, The Piedmont Review, and WSB 750 AM.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
20th Annual Sandy Springs Festival Entertainment
Sandy Springs, Georgia; September 2, 2005: Sandy Springs Festival is proud to bring together a variety of local
talent hot on the stage throughout Fulton County this year. From K Chari
to Laughing Pizza and City Dance Ensemble, there is something for everyone.
There are three stages on the Festival grounds: the Main Stage located
in CityWalk, the Bandstand Gazebo located in the Children’s Park
and the Cornerstone Bank Stage located on Hilderbrand Drive. The Main
Stage showcases local talent, some of whom are professional entertainers,
with CDs and merchandise. The styles range from neo-soul to reggae and
jazz. The Bandstand Gazebo focuses on education. The CornerstoneStone
Bank Stage provides the venue for a variety of additional community
talent, including the Candidates for City Council of Sandy Springs.
The schedule of each stage follows:
MAIN STAGE
Saturday, Sept. 17
1PM - Trei Taylor - contemporary jazz/neo-soul
2PM – Chip Houston - acoustic pop/rock
3PM - Kevin Bales - jazz piano/trio
4PM - Groove Stain - rock/reggae/funk
5PM – Russ Still - pop singer/songwriter
Sunday, Sept. 18
1PM - Anthony Z'sler - folk/pop/rock
2PM - Dominic Gaudious - acoustic instrumental guitar
3PM - Julius Curcio - alt pop/rock
4PM – K Chari - eclectic rock/jazz/classical
CORNERSTONE BANK STAGE
Saturday, Sept. 17
10 – 10:30 Kid’s Day America, awards ceremony
11AM- Imperatori Karate, demonstration
12- 12:30 Imperatori Karate, demonstration
12:30-1 Open Mike with the Candidates for Mayor of Sandy Springs (if
and only if contested)
1PM – Norm Hunt Trio, popular cover songs
2PM – New Horizons Band of Sandy Springs, popular
3PM – North Springs High School Band, jazz
4PM – Charles Duncan, acoustic folk
5-6 Open Mike with the Candidates for City Council of Sandy Springs
(contested races only)
Sunday, Sept. 18
12-1
1 – 1:30 N Motion, Guiness Book of World Records Push-up Champion
2PM – Keith Phillips, piano
3PM – Riverwood High School Singers, acappella
4PM – City Dance Ensemble, jazz/modern/neo-classical
CHILDREN’S PARK GAZEBO
Saturday, Sept. 17
10AM- Bill Brower, storyteller
11AM- Keep Sandy Springs North Fulton Beautiful Puppet Show
1PM- Abrakadoodle, hands-on creativity
2PM- Steve Tiller, storyteller
4PM- Georgia Philharmonic, classical
Sunday, Sept. 18
12 – 1 Keep Sandy Springs North Fulton Beautiful Puppet Show
1 – 2 Laughing Pizza
2PM – Suzuki Violin Students
3PM - Abrakadoodle, hands-on creativity
All entertainment is included in the price of admission to Sandy Springs
Festival. The Festival is held on Saturday, September 17th, 2005 from
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday, September 18th, 2005 from 11:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will take place at Sandy Springs Historic Site
and Sandy Springs Circle. The Festival is open to the public of all
ages with admission of $5 for adults, $2 for youth ages 6-18 and free
for children ages 5 and under. Heritage Sandy Springs Members get in
free. Two-day tickets are $7 and $3 respectively. For more information,
call 404-851-9111 or log on to www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Health Expo to be Held at Sandy Springs Festival
Sandy Springs, Georgia; July 21, 2005: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 1st annual Health Expo. It will
follow the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K and is part of the 20th annual
Sandy Springs Festival on Saturday, September 17, 2005, and Sunday,
September 18, 2005. For more information on the Health Expo or the Sandy
Springs Festival, log on to www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
New to Sandy Springs Festival, the Health Expo is designed to promote
a greater awareness of healthy living in the Sandy Springs community.
Included in the price of admission for Sandy Springs Festival, the Health
Expo will also host post-event ceremonies for the participants in the
Doug Kessler Lightning 10K on Saturday and The GreenTour on Sunday.
In the post-event ceremonies, awards will be handed out, t-shirts distributed
and athletes will have the opportunity to talk to the health experts
on an individual level. The Health Expo is located near the Sandy Springs
United Methodist Church Hitson Center next to Gate 6 of the Festival,
near the Mt. Vernon Highway/Sandy Springs Circle intersection.
Ryan and Bonnie Hardage, co-chairs of the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K,
are enthusiastic about the new event: “With the generous support
from our race sponsors like Saint Joseph’s Hospital and community
health advocates, this year’s race will not only generate the
excitement from a fast-paced course, but will also bring awareness to
the community of options for a heart healthy lifestyle through education
and screenings provided at our post race Health Expo.” Doug Kessler
Lightning 10K is sponsored by Prudential Georgia Realty, Banc Mortgage,
Fleet Feet Sports of Sandy Springs with ASICS, Swift, Currie, McGhee
& Hiers, LLP and Parisian.
This 1st annual Health Expo is one part of Sandy Springs Festival and
is therefore included in the price of Festival admission. Sandy Springs
Festival is the largest annual event in Sandy Springs. It will be open
on Saturday, September 17th from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sunday, September
18th from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Sponsors of Sandy Springs Festival include
The Sandy Springs Society, The WSB-TV Family 2 Family Project, CityWalk,
Target, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Publix Super Markets Charities
and Budweiser.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sandy Springs Festival-The Basics
Sandy Springs, Georgia; September 5, 2004: The largest annual event in Sandy Springs is Sandy Springs Festival.
It will take place over the weekend of September 17 and 18. With all
the activities and a new Festival footprint this year, it could be easy
to miss something. The basics and tips to keep in mind follow. The Festival
takes place on Sandy Springs Historic Site and the surrounding area.
Festival hours on Saturday, September 17 are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
and Sunday, September 18, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 17
7:30 a.m. Doug Kessler Lightning 10K begins. Registration
begins at 6:30 a.m. in the Target parking lot.
11:00 a.m. Kiwanis Pet Parade starts at the Main
Stage, located in CityWalk. Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. at the
Kiwanis Tent, found on Sandy Springs Place.
12:00 p.m. Sandy Springs Society announces the 30
winners of the writing contest about The Town Turtles of Sandy Springs.
This will be at the Main Stage, located in CityWalk.
12:30 p.m. Open Mike for Candidates for Mayor of
Sandy Springs. Held at the Cornerstone Bank on Hilderbrand Drive. This
only happens if the race is contested.
5:00 p.m. Open Mike for Candidates for City Council
of Sandy Springs. Held at the Cornerstone Bank on Hilderbrand Drive.
Contested races only.
Sunday, September 18
8:30 a.m. The GreenTour begins pedaling around Sandy
Springs. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. in the Sandy Springs United
Methodist Church Hitson Center parking lot.
11:00 a.m. Sandy Springs Festival opens at 11:00
a.m. rather than 12:00 noon.
1:00 p.m. Laughing Pizza will entertain on the Target Bandstand in the
Target Children’s Park behind the Williams-Payne House.
1:00 p.m. Guiness Book of World Records Push-up Champion
defends his title on the Cornerstone Bank Stage on Hilderbrand Drive.
2:00 p.m. Keith Phillips will sooth and relax with
piano at the Cornerstone Bank Stage on Hilderbrand Drive.
For the simple enjoyment of food and musical entertainment, there are
two areas: the Food Court and Main Stage at CityWalk and The Bistro
and Cornerstone Bank Stage on Hilderbrand Drive. The live, local entertainment
is the best of Fulton County, representing a wide variety of styles.
Performers at each stage sell CDs and merchandise. Both the Food Court
and The Bistro highlight the favorite “festival food” as
well as the best Zagat-rated restaurants in Sandy Springs. The Bistro
also offers shaded rest area.
There are specific areas for youth and children. The Target Children’s
Park is a favorite for children of all ages. It is located behind the
Williams-Payne House in the meadow. The Teen Territory is suited for
the more adventurous. It is located across the street next to CityWalk.
People of all ages enjoy the Heritage Crafters. The crafters showcased
are accomplished at skills used in the 1800s. From weaving to doll-making
and primitive skills used to make fire, all are demonstrated on the
terrace behind the Williams-Payne House and overlooking the Target Children’s
Park. The Williams-Payne House Museum is also open for tours throughout
the Festival.
For those who prefer to spend all day shopping, the Artist’s
Market and Silent Auction are located on Sandy Springs Circle. The Collector
Car Show takes place throughout the Festival weekend. It is held on
the lower parking lot of the Hitson Center. The Health Expo makes health,
safety and the environment interesting and fun for everyone, including
children. It is held on the upper parking lot of the Hitson Center.
All other businesses and non-profit groups are located in the Business
& Civic Expo. It is located along Sandy Springs Place and runs into
CityWalk.
Finally, the 2005 Sandy Springs Festival would not be complete without
The Town Turtles of Sandy Springs. All 75 will attend. This is their
final public display prior to their auction. They will be located between
the Collector Car Show and the Health Expo on Hitson Center grounds.
Festival admission is $5 for Adults and $2 for Youth ages 6-18. Heritage
Sandy Springs Members and children, ages 5 and younger, get in FREE.
The Presenting Sponsors are The Sandy Springs Society, CityWalk and
The WSB-TV Family 2 Family Project. For more information, call 404-851-9111
or log on to www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sandy Springs Festival Partners with Kids Day
America for 1st Health Expo
Sandy Springs, Georgia; September 3, 2005: Sandy Springs Festival is proud to partner with the first Kids Day
America/International in Sandy Springs. This partnership fulfills a
need for the community by providing a Health Expo to the public. “This
Health Expo brings together health, safety and the environment to show
how an individual or family can live a healthier, happier life right
here in Sandy Springs,” said Megan Webb, Festival Director. The
Health Expo is included in admission to the Festival and found near
the Sandy Springs United Methodist Church Hitson Center next to Gate
6 of the Festival, near the Mt. Vernon Highway/Sandy Springs Circle
intersection.
Kids Day America/International is a national program instituted by
chiropractors. It educates the children on the importance of health,
safety and the environment. “This common denominator brought our
two groups together for the Health Expo,” said Webb. Dr. Brandon
Kassinger of Sandy Springs Miraculous Health Chiropractic said, “There’s
a need to extend chiropractic wellness care to families, especially
children, worldwide.” Kassinger is the momentum of Kids Day America/International
in Sandy Springs. “By using preventive care, children can combat
many common elements that commonly hinder growth, development and happiness,”
stated Kassinger.
Children of all ages are invited to participate in two sporting events
hosted by Sandy Springs Festival: the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K and
The GreenTour. Doug Kessler Lightning 10K is held Saturday morning at
7:30 a.m. It is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier attracting over 1,000
runners annually. For information or to register, log on to www.sandyspringsfestival.com
or www.active.com. The GreenTour, produced by Sandy Springs Revitalization,
Inc., is a recreational bike ride through Sandy Springs providing three
levels of distance and challenge. It is held at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday.
For more information, visit www.thegreentour.org. Both sporting events
are open to all ages.
Both morning events conclude with ceremonies held in the Health Expo.
At that point, the athletes are able to have individual time with the
health experts participating in the Health Expo. Then, during regular
Festival hours, the general public can participate in the same Expo.
“A variety of companies are involved, from magazines to health
products, and doctors to tai chi. For example, with the help of Kids
Day America, the Fire Department is bringing a ‘smokehouse’
so children will be able to practice crawling out of a fire,”
stated Webb.
Sandy Springs Festival is the largest annual event in Sandy Springs.
It is open on Saturday, September 17th from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and
Sunday, September 18th from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Sponsors of Sandy Springs
Festival include The Sandy Springs Society, The WSB-TV Family 2 Family
Project, CityWalk, Target, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Publix Super
Markets Charities and Budweiser.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Open Mike for the Candidates of Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs, Georgia, September 2, 2005: Heritage Sandy Springs, in conjunction with the League of Women Voters
of Atlanta-Fulton County, presents Open Mike for the Candidates of Sandy
Springs, the first public appearance of registered candidates for City
Council and Mayoral races for the newly incorporated city of Sandy Springs.
It will be held Saturday, September 17, 2005 during the Sandy Springs
Festival at the Cornerstone Bank Stage located on Hilderbrand Drive.
If contested, the Mayoral candidates will appear between 12:30pm to
1 pm., and all contested City Council candidates will appear from 5pm
to 6pm.
The general guidelines are as follows:
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The participating candidates must have filed with the Fulton County
Elections Office by noon Friday, September 16, 2005.
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No uncontested candidates, whether Mayoral or City Council, will
be allowed participation.
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All candidates, whether contested or uncontested, are invited to
submit a biography of no more than 150 words (not counting name and
contact information, see below), which will be distributed by designated
League of Women Voters and/or Sandy Springs Festival volunteers to
interested attendees. This must be submitted to info@sandyspringsfestival.com
by 5:00 p.m., September 9. Words will be counted. No picture is needed.
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There will be a timer to insure each candidate receives the same
amount of time. The timekeeper will hold cards, visible to the speaker:
yellow indicating 15 seconds remain, red indicating the time is up.
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There will be no substitutions or stand-ins for the candidates.
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No campaign literature can be given out on Sandy Springs Festival
grounds, nearby parking lots or anywhere in between with the one exception
of the Civic Expo tent held under the name of the particular candidate.
This will be strictly enforced.
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No overt campaigning, props, personal attacks or political party
attacks will take place during the ‘Open Mike’ event.
This will be strictly enforced.
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Candidates will not interrupt or rebut one another.
FORMAT OF “OPEN MIKE FOR THE CANDIDATES”
The Facilitator, a League of Women Voters representative, will run Open
Mike. S/he will introduce the candidates for each race, stop any candidate
from speaking further if the timer indicates all time has been used
and facilitate the entry and exit from the stage of the candidates.
Each group of contested candidates will be brought up and seated onstage.
By the suggestion of the Facilitator, each candidate will step forward
to the microphone then sit down once his/her time is complete. Once
the group of candidates has completed its time onstage, the group will
exit together.
City Council candidates will be given 3 minutes each at the microphone.
Mayoral candidates will be given 5 minutes each at the microphone. If
the candidate prefers, s/he may use less time and answer questions during
the remainder. Audience members wishing to ask questions will fill out
index cards and pass them up to the facilitator, who will pose the questions.
If the candidate uses all his/her time for speaking, then the question
cards will be given to the candidate to contact the asker as the candidate
sees fit.
The Sandy Springs Festival is the largest annual event in Sandy Springs
and attracts 20,000 attendees. Sponsors of Sandy Springs Festival include
The Sandy Springs Society, The WSB-TV Family 2 Family Project, CityWalk,
Target, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Publix Super Markets Charities
and Budweiser.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Target Store Increases Commitment to Sandy Springs
Community
Sandy Springs, Georgia; September 5, 2005: Sandy Springs Festival is proud announce Target’s increased commitment
to Sandy Springs Festival and the community. “Target has been
a dedicated part of the Sandy Springs Festival for years,” said
Megan Webb, Festival Director. “We are thrilled they have increased
their commitment to the Festival and the surrounding community this
year.” The commitment is financial, material and includes volunteer
support for the Festival.
As a direct result of the increased commitment, the Children’s
Park at Sandy Springs Festival will be renamed the Target Children’s
Park. “At Target, we are committed to becoming the best in the
community by partnering with nonprofit organizations in each store’s
community. Reading is an essential element of each child’s educational
process. We are proud to sponsor the Target Children’s Park at
the Sandy Springs Festival this year to enhance this learning process,”
stated Andy Morris, the Store Team Leader at Target in Sandy Springs.
Reading and education are the core for all entertainment taking place
in the Target Children’s Park at the Target Bandstand Gazebo.
SCHEDULED ENTERTAINMENT at the TARGET BANDSTAND GAZEBO
Saturday, Sept. 17
10AM- Bill Brower, storyteller
11AM- Keep Sandy Springs North Fulton Beautiful Puppet Show
1PM- Abrakadoodle, hands-on creativity
2PM- Steve Tiller, storyteller
4PM- Georgia Philharmonic, classical
Sunday, Sept. 18
12 – 1 Keep Sandy Springs North Fulton Beautiful Puppet Show
1 – 2 Laughing Pizza
2PM – Suzuki Violin Students
3PM - Abrakadoodle, hands-on creativity
All entertainment is included in the price of admission to Sandy Springs
Festival. The Festival is held on Saturday, September 17th, 2005 from
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday, September 18th, 2005 from 11:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will take place at Sandy Springs Historic Site
and Sandy Springs Circle. The Festival is open to the public of all
ages with admission of $5 for adults, $2 for youth ages 6-18 and free
for children ages 5 and under. Heritage Sandy Springs Members get in
free. The Presenting Sponsors of Sandy Springs Festival are The Sandy
Springs Society, CityWalk and The WSB-TV Family 2 Family Project. For
more information, call 404-851-9111 or log on to www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
Sandy Springs Festival is the largest fundraiser for Heritage Sandy
Springs. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to the history and
culture of the area. It serves the community through a Research Library,
the Williams-Payne House Museum, heritage gardens and programs and events
throughout the year.
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