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Greetings!
One touch of nature... makes all the world kin...William Shakespeare
There's plenty of excitement on the streets of Sandy Springs! We exceeded our expectations with the overwhelming community support and record attendance at ArtSSpring '09. Our spring calendar was filled with events of music, theater, literature, art exhibits, culinary adventures, and even our own local talent show, ShowStoppers --all for our community to enjoy.
And, now ArtSS has even more exciting plans and events slated for the fall. From planters gracing our sidewalks to providing a quiet place for meditation at the new Library Reading Garden, ArtSS is committed to its efforts to beautify our streets and bring art and culture alive in the heart of our city. Take a moment to review our progress and check out our plans for the upcoming season!
Bernadine Richard and Peggy Stapleton
ArtSandySprings Directors
www.artsandysprings.org
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New Member - RBC/Cory Jackson
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Build it and they will join!
ArtSS welcomes a host of new members for the upcoming season. From local business leaders to newly arriving citizens of Sandy Springs, our membership ranks are increasing weekly which is a clear indication that our local support is growing and our mission is being met.
To join today, simply go to www.artsandysprings.org, click on Membership, and sign up online using your credit card via firewall secure, PayPal.
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Welcome to new member, Cory D. Jackson, Manager of Personal and Business Banking, shown here with his staff at the RBC Bank at the new Prado location in Sandy Springs.
Debbie Goldman, an ArtSS member, notes that "Cory is very dynamic and impressive. My sense is that he will be a major contributor in many ways to our community." RBC's membership includes a PLANTER which will be placed in front of the RBC Bank on Roswell Road. Not stopping there, RBC has signed up to be a ArtSS sponsor this fall! 
Membership chair, Lynne Walker, adds that "RBC's addition to ArtSS is exactly the pulsating breath of fresh air, we strive for. We welcome RBC to ArtSS and look forward to supporting its efforts and involvement with ArtSS and Sandy Springs." |
Caribbean Breeze Highlights
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Our Caribbean Breeze became a Tropical Depression.....but not to worry
copious rain certainly did not dampen the spirits of ArtSS Lovers!! Just as the rain came down, our attendance grew. Approximately 175 individuals danced through raindrops to "Catch a Caribbean Breeze in the Garden" at the lovely home and gardens of Jean Paul and Bernadine Richard. Chef Rob's Caribbean Cafe hit the mark and wowed the palates of  the guests with his authentic West Indian/Caribbean cuisine and splendid presentation. Entertainment by Kevin
'KalimbaMan' Spears and 'ASIKA' was "mesmerizing" and gave a gentle feeling of the tropics!
Caribbean Breeze was a successful membership drive event, providing a venue of warmth and exciting entertainment for friends and family to gather. Consequently, we look forward to adding this event to our annual ArtSSpring calendar. Special thanks to our event sponsor, TRU Music Group, LLC, and to the Richards for so graciously opening their home to the community of Sandy Springs.
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ArtSS New Executive Board
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Meet our new Executive Board for 2009-2010
New ArtSS Executive Board Members announced! From our own ranks, ArtSS has the talents and leadership skills of the following individuals as we make plans for future events and fundraising activities dedicated to improving our community of Sandy Springs.
Here is the list for our new Executive Board: Jan Collins, Kate Dalba, Pam and Tom Ford, Debbie Goldman, Laura Jones, Bernadine Richard, Brenda Smith, Mary Catherine St. Louis, Jerry Stapleton, Peggy Stapleton, Lynne Walker and Randy Young.
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Interested in leaving your mark towards beautifying the streets of Sandy Springs? It's easier than you might think. Planters donated by various community sponsors will soon be gracing our city's streets thanks to an agreement reached with the Sandy Springs Fire Stations who will keep these planters watered and fertilized.
All summer long, colorful flowers will be blooming in large planters along our city streets. The City of Sandy Springs has been extremely helpful in assisting with this project. So watch for vibrant colors coming to life when Gordon Anderson and Lisa Dickerson, master gardeners, begin filling these planters with summer blooms and greenery! A word of thanks to Mayor Eva Galambos and City officials who have been extremely helpful to make this project come alive! If interested in sponsoring a planter with a plaque noting your contribution, please contact Cynthia Swann at cswann@mindspring.com or Bernadine Richard at jpbr2@bellsouth.net.
Names of those who sponsored planters: The Planter sites are:
Mr. and Mrs. Jean-Paul Richard (2) Dunkin' Donuts
Russ and Kate Dalba and family Botany Bay
Gail and Marvin Pechter and Family Mellow Mushroom
Don and Joan Plunkett Fast Signs
Lynne Walker and Leonard Mason Starbuck's
Bill and Stephanie Spalding Fresh to Order
Riverside West Garden Club Bank of America
Alyssum Garden Club McDonald's
Jan and Bill Collins For Eyes
RBC Bank RBC Bank
Cheri Morris The Flying Biscuit
Brenda and Dick Smith
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Highlights of ArtSSpring 2009
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It's A Wrap: ArtSSpring 2009 A Great Success!
 If you failed to join us for ArtSSpring 2009, mark your calendars for next year. With the support of the City of Sandy Springs, the master plan of our ArtSSpring committee, the sheer talent of all those who performed, ArtSSpring 2009 reached the community on all levels: art, drama, music, comedy, cuisine, and even a talent show! Here is just a sample of what ARTSS Spring offered to the citizens of Sandy Spring:
*Georgia Tech Chorale*Three Inspirational Tenors*Songs and Silliness at the Punchline*A Juried Art Exhibit of Georgia Artists*Gourmet Dinner at the International Culinary School*Pro-Mozart Society*the Franklin Pond Chamber Music Ensemble.
But the featured event which reached the hearts and souls of our community was our annual ShowStoppers, held at Riverwood High School to a standing room only audience! Sandy Springs has talent! And the winners were Ginnie Lee House for a vocal solo; Zachary Tolchin, for his piano solo; and Damon Bellmon and Deon Lewis, for a hip hop duet.
 
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Library Reading Garden
Sssssh! There's actually a quiet place not too far from the hustle and bustle of our city streets awaiting you. Thanks to the sponsorship of ArtsSS and other donors, our city's residents now have a place to take a stroll, meditate in a lovely setting during a lunch break, or bring a child to meander along the path at the Library Reading Garden.
There are so many to thank for this on-going effort: the Magnolia Garden Club for purchasing three Little Gem magnolias; the Sandy Springs Garden Club for purchasing a wide assortment and hearty variety of plants; Candace Apple, of Phoenix and Dragon Bookstore, for purchasing a garden bench in her mother's honor; and Leadership Sandy Springs for lending volunteer support in the spring for clearing paths for the walkways. And, a special word of appreciation to Fulton County General Services for clearing the property, planting the plants, and helping with weed control. The upcoming date for the Garden's dedication will be announced shortly. For now, stop by the Sandy Springs Library and stroll the path of this precious treasure: our community garden.
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Watch for more exciting events coming your way!
There's so much more in store for ArtSS lovers and the citizens of Sandy Springs as we look to the new season. Details will follow soon so that you can Save the Dates! Just as in the past, our calendar will provide something for everyone: a culinary class hosted by Bloomingdales; a tour of Brenda and Dick Smith's private art collection; and a sculpture pouring hosted by Georgia State's Art Department. Also look for the upcoming date for our dedication of the Garden Reading Library. There's much more in store; join us on our mission to bring the arts alive in Sandy Springs!
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