Tin Can Fish House and Oyster Bar Opens

Anyone looking to try one of the latest restaurants to open in the Sandy Springs area should make plans to dine at Tin Can Fish House and Oyster Bar. The seafood bar is the latest from Sandy Springs restaurateurs Nik Panagopoulos and Arte Antoniades, who you will know for their established Mexican joint, Teela Taqueria. Once you step through the front doors, the bright, tropical colors and fish decor will make you feel like you’re on a beach vacation, despite the fact you are actually in City Walk at Sandy Springs.

In addition to the fun atmosphere, patrons will be happy to find an expansive menu that includes many seafood favorites as well as some fare for the land lovers. Of course, it wouldn’t be an oyster bar without oysters on the half shell. They even run oyster specials on Monday and Tuesday nights where you can get 25¢ raw oysters at the bar. Read more

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RSVP for the Next Women in Business Luncheon

February 8, 2011
11:30 am	to	1:00 pm

Save the date for the Women’s Business Network’s Luncheon: “What you need to know about health care right now.” This informative luncheon will commence by giving attendees the chance to network with other women who work in the Sandy Springs area. It’s a great opportunity to make new contacts and increase your professional resources. Then, there will be a panel discussion covering many different patient-driven topics on health care. Panelists in several different areas of health care will come together to discuss the newest changes in the industry. Women will gain a better understanding of their rights as patients, medical malpractice signs, billing errors and HIPAA regulations. At the end of the discussion, there will be time for a questions and answers session. There is no doubt that everyone will leave with more knowledge about the health care system.

The event is on Tuesday, February 8, 2011 and begins at 11:30 at the Cancer Support Community building off of Peachtree Dunwoody Road. It is $15 for chamber members and $20 for non-members. Read more

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Will Sandy Springs Become a College Town?

City officials are hoping that one day Sandy Springs will indeed become a college town. Now, when we say “college town” we are not referring to places like Athens, GA where the whole city revolves around one of the state’s largest universities. No, in Sandy Springs’ case, the city will  welcome a satellite campus for Gwinnett Technical College. In a public town meeting held on January 18, 2011, Mayor Eva Galambos and other city officials approved a proposal to bid for the new campus with a 4 – 3 vote. It was a close call, but after the heated debate, Sandy Springs is officially in competition with Alpharetta and Roswell to become the new location of a Gwinnett Tech campus.

It will be a while before we find out which city is chosen, but the addition of a college campus could mean great things for the local economy. It would bring more jobs to the area as well as a myriad of daily consumers. Sandy Springs is offering land at the North Springs MARTA station for the campus. Read more

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Park Towers II Sells for Nearly $40 Million

Park Towers II is probably the most luxurious apartment community in Sandy Springs. Residents are given first class service with amenities like 24-hour concierge service and on-site dry cleaning service in addition to tennis courts, fitness center, swimming pool, jacuzzi, club room with billiards and more. The luxury high-rise is one of the tallest buildings outside of the Perimeter and features floorplans ranging from one bedroom/one bath to three bedrooms/three and one-half baths, many of which offer breathtaking city views. With such a prestigious reputation in the area, it may come as a shock that the building recently sold for $39.9 million.

Park Towers II development purchased the luxury tower from Julian LeCraw & Co. Inc. in what is now Atlanta’s latest high-profile multifamily transaction. Park Towers II is an affiliate of Crescent Heights, a condo and apartment developer. Read more

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Luxury Condo Living in the Heart of Sandy Springs

In the market for a luxury condo near I-285, GA 400 and Perimeter Mall? Well, it seems that many other home shoppers are looking for the same thing, which is why the Promenade at NorthPlace sold four units in December 2010 and is down to their final opportunities. These condos are exceptionally priced from only $199,900 and offer both two and three bedroom floorplans, many of which feature additional loft space. Built by The Providence Group, you can be assured that each home is adorned with fine finishes and luxurious features that give each home a sophistication you would expect in Sandy Springs. For example, the kitchens showcase granite countertops, tile backsplash and stainless steel Whirlpool® appliances. Throughout the condo, you’ll find site-finished hardwood floors, limestone fireplaces, crown molding, nine-foot ceilings on the main level, carriage-style garage doors and more. Read more

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Celebrate the Season at the Sandy Springs Winter Festival

January 28, 2011
4:00 pm	to	8:00 pm

This past week brought a crazy winter storm that is rare for Atlanta and it kept us snowed in for days. Now that the ice is finally melting and we are able to enjoy some outings, it’s time to celebrate winter with Sandy Springs at the Winter Festival. The event is scheduled for Friday, January 28, 2011 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Anyone is welcome to attend as the festival is open to the public, and the best part is that it is free!

They will have a huge bon fire, which will be the setting for a big marshmallow roast as well as keep you warm when the sun goes down. Another way to stay warm is by enjoying a delicious cup of hot cocoa. In addition to the winter-themed refreshments, attendees can play carnival games, make crafts and enjoy a “Georgia style” snow play area with sledding. Of course, the kids have probably spent the last five days enjoying real snow, but that won’t make the Winter Festival any less fun.

So go ahead and make your plans to attend the 2011 Sandy Springs Winter Festival at the Hitson Memorial Activities Center off of Mt. Vernon Highway.

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Register for the 2nd Annual Daddy Daughter Dance

February 5, 2011
6:00 pm	to	8:00 pm

The Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department has announced the date for the 2nd Annual Daddy Daughter Dance. This year’s event will take place on February 5, 2011 at Woodland Charter Elementary School from 6 to 8 p.m. The dance is for any girl from Kindergarten to 5th grade attending school in Sandy Springs. When it comes to father-daughter bonding time, there is hardly a better way to enjoy your relationship than spending an evening dancing and making her feel like the princess that she is.

The DJ will be playing music from both generations, so that both you and your daughter will be hearing some of your all time favorites. In addition to all of the dancing, there will be musical games, door prizes and complimentary snacks and refreshments. Plus, each girl gets to go home with their very own goodie bag. Oh, and for the record, the attire is business-casual to semi formal. Read more

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Sandy Springs Fire Department Receives Crown Award

Hats off to the Sandy Springs Fire Department as American City & County has deemed them one of the nation’s 2010 “America’s Crown Communities.” The magazine’s annual rankings recognize the best local governments are based on nominations submitted by readers and city and county officials. Sandy Springs Fire Rescue was recognized for being a Heart Safe City.

One thing that significantly contributed to this award is the fact that all personnel in the Fire Department are trained in CPR and AED. Having this requirement has increased the out-of-hospital survival rate for cardiac arrests. In fact, Sandy Springs is well above the national average in this respect.

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue also employs state of the art technology such as the LUCAS2 chest compression system and cold therapy for cardiac arrest victims prior to arriving at the hospital. Read more

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Join Sandy Springs for a Martin Luther King Celebration

January 17, 2011
10:00 am	to	12:00 pm

The Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday is right around the corner, and while City Hall will be closed for the holiday, the city of Sandy Springs wants to invite everyone to join them on Monday, January 17th at 10:00 am for a celebration. The 2011 event is the 6th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration for the city. In addition to remembering and honoring Dr. King and his legacy, Mayor Eva Galambos will present the 2011 Humanitarian Award to a highly deserving Sandy Springs resident.

This is the perfect opportunity to pay tribute to Dr. King as well as get involved with the local community. In addition to the festivities and networking, light refreshments will be served to attendees. The Celebration will take place at City Hall, City Council Chambers (7840 Roswell Road, Building 500). See you there!

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Sandy Springs Townhomes Reduced up to $140,000

A great way to start the new year is by getting a fantastic deal on a brand new townhome in Sandy Springs. Five homes in Hope Springs Manor have become distressed properties, and while that is unfortunate for the lender, it is a great opportunity for buyers. These three-story townhomes feature four bedrooms and at least three and one-half baths.

The interiors are just as beautiful as the exteriors as they are adorned with intricate molding, hardwood floors, trey ceilings, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and more. Originally priced in the mid to high $400′s, you can now own one of these luxury townhomes for as little as $299,900. Read more

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