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2007 Press Releases
Doug Kessler Lightning 10K & 5K
at the 22nd Annual Sandy Springs Festival
Sandy Springs, Ga; August 29, 2007: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 2007 Meyer Closings LLC Silent Auction.
“I look forward to continuing to help grow the event that Doug held so close to his heart,” Margie says. “It will be a great event for our city and will serve as a great reminder of Doug.”
The 2007 race committee is looking to increase the number of participants to 1,200, with mother-daughter duo Anne Marie and Ashley Newman leading the team alongside race director Gary Jenkins.
“For 16 years the runners of metro-Atlanta and Georgia have been treated to one of the fastest 10K races in the state,” Jenkins says. “This year, these same runners will also be treated to one of the fastest 5K races around.” In addition to the 5K, there will also be a one-mile Fun Run open to all runners and a 50-yard Tot Trot for aspiring runners ages five and under. This year, the race will incorporate DAG Electronic Timing, a new timing system that electronically records the runners’ times as they cross the finish line. Another enhancement to this year’s race is the Asics Technical shirt, which offers a breathable fabric that all runners enjoy.
For more information or to receive an entry form, call 404-851-9111 or visit www.sandyspringsfestival.com or www.active.com.
This year’s sponsors of the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K/5K include the Sandy Springs Society, the City of Sandy Springs, the Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism Board, WSB 750 AM, Star 94, Target, AT&T, Sandy Springs Neighbor, Whole Foods, Saint Joseph’s Hospital, ASICS, Fleet Feet Sports, Publix Super Markets Charities, Lyon Apartments, Prudential Georgia Realty, Magnolia Golf Group, Sweet Tomatoes and Swift, Currie, McGhee & Heirs LLC.
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2007 Sandy Springs Festival announces
Stage Entertainment
Sandy Springs, Ga., September 5, 2007: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 22nd annual Sandy Springs Festival on Saturday, September 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday, September 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The two-day festival is the largest annual event in Sandy Springs attracting 20,000 attendees, highlighting over 100 area businesses, 100 artisans and crafters and over 300 live, local individual entertainers from Sandy Springs and Fulton County. Performances will take place on the Cornerstone Bank Main Stage, the Artist’s Corner Stage and in the gazebo located in the Target Children’s Park.
The Cornerstone Bank Main Stage is centrally located at the Festival at the new Sandy Springs Society Entertainment Lawn. Located at the corner of Sandy Springs Place and Blue Stone Road, the stage provides a venue for both amateur and professional entertainers, rooted in Fulton County.
“Make sure you visit the Cornerstone Bank Main Stage for great entertainment throughout the weekend,” says Chris Burnett, CEO of Cornerstone Bank and Honorary Chair of the Festival. “You’ll even see me perform with my own band, Yuppie Scum, on Saturday afternoon at 4:00 p.m.”
At the Cornerstone Bank Main Stage, the Saturday schedule is:
10:00-11:00 Kiwanis Pet Parade Registration at Kiwanis booth
11:00-12:00 Kiwanis Pet Parade
12:00-12:45 New Horizons Band of Sandy Springs, of the New Horizons International Music Association
1:00-1:45 North Springs High School Marching Band
2:00-2:45 Marea Alta
3:00-3:45 Nick Longo
4:00-4:45 Yuppie Scum
5:00-5:45 Trei
At the Cornerstone Bank Main Stage, the Sunday schedule is:
12:00-12:45 KChari
1:00-1:45 Dominic Gaudious
2:00-2:45 Days Difference
3:00-3:45 Julius Curcio & Tony Reyes
4:00-4:45 Uncle Mike
The Artist’s Corner Stage is located on Hilderbrand Drive alongside the fine artists. This year, the Artist’s Corner Stage will feature Chef Rob’s Caribbean Café and World Peace Café along with Budweiser beer and wine served by Brooklyn Café. “This bistro-type area highlighting the fine artists, great food, beer, wine and live entertainment, will provide a soothing spot for those festivalgoers who just want to relax,” says Christy Nickles, Special Events Director for Heritage Sandy Springs.
At the Artist’s Corner, the Saturday schedule is:
12:00-12:45 Keith Phillips
1:00-1:45 Kevin Carlson
2:00-2:45 Sandtown Blues
3:00-3:45 Shell Game
4:00-4:45 North Springs High School Spring Quartet
5:00-5:45 Ronnie Brown
At the Artist’s Corner, the Sunday schedule is:
1:00-1:45 North Springs Brass Band
2:00-2:45 Riverwood High School Acapella Singers
3:00-3:45 Sofa King Cool
4:00-4:45 Riverwood High School Jazz Combo
The Target Children’s Park Stage is just that, an entertainment venue produced entirely for children. Both mornings, this stage will come alive with karate demonstrations and Taipei drumming.
“The Target Children’s Park Stage serves as an educational and entertaining setting for children to enjoy,” Nickles says.
Sandy Springs Festival is held at Heritage Green, located in the heart of Sandy Springs next to City Walk and the surrounding area. For additional information call 404-851-9111 or visit www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
The Sandy Springs Festival’s presenting sponsors are The Sandy Springs Society, City of Sandy Springs, Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism, WSB 750 AM, and Star 94 FM. Diamond Sponsors are Target, Cornerstone Bank and AT&T the Real Yellow Pages.
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The Sandy Springs Festival Food Court
Sandy Springs, Ga.; September 7, 2007: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 22nd annual Sandy Springs Festival on Saturday, September 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday, September 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The two-day festival is the largest annual event in Sandy Springs attracting 20,000 attendees, highlighting local restaurants and other favorite festival foods.
There will be three Food Court locations this year including the main food court located next to the Cornerstone Bank Main Stage at the Sandy Springs Society Entertainment Lawn, the bistro food court located next to the Artist’s Corner Stage and the festival favorites food court located at the corner of Sandy Springs Circle and Sandy Springs Place.
“By including more food vendors this year, we are able to offer three food courts providing food throughout the Festival, with more variety,” says Christy Nickles, Special Events Director for Heritage Sandy Springs.
Restaurants in the main food court include 5 Seasons Brewing Company, Baskin Robbins, Brooklyn Café, Dunwoody Café, Flavor Café Bakery, Honey Baked Ham, Makara Enterprises, Mike’s Hot Dogs, New Orleans Connection, Nothin’ But Noodles and Slope’s BBQ.
“Sandy Springs, come and enjoy Slope’s BBQ on Sunday,” says Glenn McDaniel, owner of Slope’s BBQ. “This is a very special occasion as we are usually closed on Sundays.”
The bistro food court will be located next to the Artist’s Corner Stage and will feature Chef Rob’s Caribbean Café and World Peace Café along with beer from Budweiser and wine served by Brooklyn Café.
“With the acoustic-style music and bistro-type restaurants, the Artist’s Corner will be a soothing place for festival attendees who just want to sit back and relax,” Nickles says.
Festival favorites such as roasted corn, corndogs, turkey legs, fresh squeezed lemonade and ice cream can be found at our third food court located on Sandy Springs Circle. Baba’s Roasted Corn, Bruster’s Ice Cream and C & K Concessions will be highlighted in this food court.
For more information visit www.sandyspringsfestival.com or call (404) 851-9111.
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The 2007 Honey of Sandy Springs Winner
at the 22nd Annual Sandy Springs Festival
Sandy Springs, Ga.; September 27, 2007: Heritage Sandy Springs announces the 2007 Honey of Sandy Springs winner, Ray Triscik of Tom Jumper Chevrolet. Triscik was “crowned” at the Sandy Springs Festival on Sunday, September 16. This popular contest features men ages 0 to 100, who live, work or play in Sandy Springs. Votes were cast in the form of monetary donations, all benefiting Heritage Sandy Springs. Among 16 potential honeys, the participant with the most money is named the winner.
When asked if he was surprised about winning this acclaimed honor, Triscik responded, “Yes and no. I don’t like to lose anything, so I really wanted to win. But the good thing is Heritage Sandy Springs still wins—no matter which one of the candidates is named the honey.”
The Honey of Sandy Springs contest was created during the early years of the Festival. “Brought back by popular demand, the contest has proven to be a wonderful source of donations,” says Becky Jo Nickles, creator of the Honey of Sandy Springs contest. “This year, these wonderful men brought in nearly $4,500, which all goes to Heritage Sandy Springs for their community programs and events.”
Honey candidates included Tom Thomas of Nancy G’s Café, Bruce Alterman of The Brickery, Andy Empel of Mt. Vernon Animal Hospital, Don Price of Residential Constructors, Inc., Captain William Rice of Sandy Springs Fire Department, Brandon Allen of Sandy Springs Code Enforcement, Officer Michael Dewald of Sandy Springs Police Department, Stephen Walker of S.R. Walker Designs, Stanley Lawrence of Arby’s, Evan Williams of Meehan’s, Rusty Paul, Sandy Springs City Council, District 3, Jeremiah Hodnett of UPS, Tommy Amoroso of North Springs High School, Timothy Bembury of Riverwood High School, Heritage Potter of Heritage Sandy Springs and the winner, Ray Triscik of Tom Jumper Chevrolet.
“For those of you who know me and know that I am the ‘2007 Honey of Sandy Springs,’ it’s a blast,” Triscik says. “It isn’t everyday that people call you their ‘Honey’!”
The 2007 Sandy Springs Festival presenting sponsors were The Sandy Springs Society, City of Sandy
Springs, Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism, WSB 750 AM, and Star 94 FM. Diamond Sponsors were
Target, WSB-TV Family 2 Family, Cornerstone Bank, Meyer Closings LLC and AT&T the Real Yellow Pages.
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Meyer Closings, LLC Silent Auction
at the 22nd Annual Sandy Springs Festival
Sandy Springs, Ga.; August 31, 2007: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 2007 Meyer Closings, LLC Silent Auction at the Sandy Springs Festival Saturday, September 15 and Sunday, September 16. With hundreds of items and gift certificates donated from local and national businesses, the Silent Auction consists of two categories: items valued under $150 and items valued over $150. Items under $150 will be available for bidding on Saturday or Sunday; items over $150 are considered two-day bids and cannot be obtained until the auction closes Sunday. The Silent Auction is sponsored by Meyer Closings, LLC, a residential and commercial real estate law firm in Sandy Springs.
“We are proud to sponsor the Sandy Springs Festival Silent Auction,” says Andy Meyer, managing partner of Meyer Closings, LLC. “We see this as a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community that our office and several employees have called home for more than 15 years,"
Ginny Nickles, Director of Marketing and Business Development for Meyer Closings, LLC, is a long-term volunteer for Heritage Sandy Springs. Nickles has chaired the Silent Auction for three years and each year she has exceeded past earnings.
"I can't remember a time when I wasn't involved with the Sandy Springs Festival,” Nickles says. “I grew up volunteering at the Festival and it has been great to watch it develop and change overtime. I'm so excited that Meyer Closings, LLC is able to be a part of the Festival this year by sponsoring the Silent Auction—having those two entities combine is great!"
This year’s Silent Auction boasts an assortment of unique items, including hotel stays, airline tickets, restaurant gift certificates, collegiate memorabilia, jewelry, furniture, rugs, tickets to local Atlanta attractions and much more. All of the proceeds from the Silent Auction benefit Heritage Sandy Springs, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural and historic identity of Sandy Springs through educational and cultural events.
"The Silent Auction is amazing this year,” Nickles says. “We have so many wonderful items available to bid on—everything from a one-week stay at an Italian Villa to restaurant, jewelry, dentistry and spa gift certificates There truly is something for everyone in our Silent Auction!"
The Silent Auction will close on Saturday, September 15 at 4:45 p.m. and on Sunday, September 16 at 3:45 p.m. The Sandy Springs Festival’s presenting sponsors are The Sandy Springs Society, City of Sandy
Springs, Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism, WSB 750 AM, and Star 94 FM. Diamond Sponsors are
Target, WSB-TV Family 2 Family, Cornerstone Bank and AT&T the Real Yellow Pages.
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22nd Annual
Sandy Springs Festival
Sandy Springs, Ga; August 17, 2007: Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 22nd annual Sandy Springs Festival on Saturday, September 15, 2007 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 16, 2007 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The two-day Festival has grown from a small, picnic-style gathering to the largest annual event in Sandy Springs, attracting 20,000 attendees. It is held at Heritage Green located in the heart of Sandy Springs next to CityWalk. One-day admission is $5 for adults and $2 for youth ages 6-18; children five and under are free. Admission for Heritage Sandy Springs members is free. For information, call 404-851-9111 or log on to www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
The Festival serves as a testament to the citizens of the community who joined together to champion causes and improve the quality of life decades before Sandy Springs became a city. When the site of the original springs was threatened with commercial development in 1985, the “Save Our Springs” movement was born, and later that year, the Williams-Payne House was relocated from Mount Vernon Highway to the site of the original springs.
“Moving the Williams-Payne House to the historic site marked a very important day in Sandy Springs history,” says Dottie Megel, president of the Fulton County Federation of Garden Clubs at the time of the relocation. “The county closed the roads and we christened the house that night with a celebration complete with champagne!”
These grassroots efforts resulted in the formation of the Sandy Springs Historic Community Foundation, known today as Heritage Sandy Springs. They celebrated their efforts with a Founders Day Celebration, which expanded into the annual fundraiser known as the Sandy Springs Festival. “We hope to continue this tradition of community and history through a celebratory Festival this year,” says Christy Nickles, Special Events Director for Heritage Sandy Springs.
Sandy Springs Festival offers 10 distinct areas to visit: the Artist’s Market, SSBA Business & Civic Expo, Target Children’s Park, Tom Jumper Chevrolet Collector Car Show, The Food Court, Heritage Crafters, Kiwanis Pet Parade, Meyer Closings Silent Auction, The Teen Territory, and various venues for live, local entertainment. The Sandy Springs Festival’s presenting sponsors are The Sandy Springs Society, City of Sandy Springs, Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism, WSB 750 AM, and Star 94 FM. Diamond Sponsors are Target, Cornerstone Bank and AT&T the Real Yellow Pages.
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August 9, 2006:
Heritage Sandy Springs presents the 21st annual Sandy Springs Festival
October 23, 2006:
Heritage Sandy Springs presents the winner of the HD 42” Plasma Screen Television given away by Cornerstone Bank
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