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“Vera Stark i:
fabulous for
of nature!’
- Pearl Cleaqe
40+ AUTHORS, TWO epic WEEKS
22 nd EDITION OF THE ^
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NOVEMBER 2-17,2013
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PRESENTING SPONSORS: Barbara and Ed Mendel, Greenberg Traurig, PNC Bank • SPONSORS: The George Stern Family, Atlanta
Gastroenterology Associates, Marriott Perimeter Center, PJ Library, A Caring Approach, Bessemer Trust, David L. Halpern, Northside Hospital,
Georgia Humanities Council, Publix Supermarkets Charities, Target, The Zaban Foundation • IN-KIND SPONSORS: Atlanta Magazine,
Atlantajewishnews.com, Atlanta Jewish Times, Classic Tents and Events, Creative Loafing, Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, WABE 90.1 FM,
Neighbor Newspapers, Jewish Georgian, Reporter Newspapers, Scoutmob, Ali's Cookies, Goodfriend's Grill • PARTNERS: ABO Global Ground
Transportation, A Cappella Books, Canterbury Press. (As of press time)
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the mold of stereotypical
African American film roles
of the 1930s.
By Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage
Directed by Leah Gardiner
LEARN SOMETHING!
Natural Cosmetics
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 11:30 a.m.-l p.m. — It is hu
man nature to want to look and feel our best. Unfortu
nately, many mainstream cosmetics have harsh chem
icals and synthetic toxins that are linked to multiple
health risks and can be harmful to the environment. As
a result, there is a growing request for natural and organ
ic alternatives. Come learn about the benefits of what
nature has already provided. Free and open to members
of the Cancer Support Community. Lunch provided.
RSVP to 404-843-1880. 3775 Peachtree Dunwoody
Rd., Building C, Suite 225, Adanta, 30342. To learn
more, visit: www.cscadanta.org.
Gun Safety
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 7-8 p.m. — Join others at
The Epstein School for the presentation “Why and
How To Talk With Your Children About Gun Safe
ty (Even If You Don’t Own Guns).” A certified fire
arms safety instructor hosts a 30-minute multimedia
presentation about the steps parents can take to re
duce the risk of their children being injured or killed
in a gun-related accident. Free and open to the com
munity. Childcare available. RSVP via email: mela-
nie.mailman@epsteinatlanta.org or by calling 404-
250-5770. www.epsteinatlanta.org.
Breastfeeding
8t Back to Work
Saturday, Oct. 12, 1-4 p.m. — Learn how to
maintain your milk supply while working. Develop
a pumping and feeding plan, and understand how to
properly collect and store your breast milk. Get help
ful hints on how to talk to your boss about creating
a breastfeeding-friendly work environment. Discov
er why you don’t and shouldn’t have to stop breast
feeding after returning to work, including legislation
that increases protection and support for you. $32.
Northside Hospital, Interchange Building, Suite
400, Classroom 425, 5780 Peachtree Dunwoody
Rd., NE, Atlanta 30342. Call 404-845-5555 to reg
ister or to find out more.
Defensive Driving
Tuesday, Oct. 15, 3-6 p.m. — AARP offers a
two-day defensive driving class for adults and teens
aged 15 and up. Class continues on Wednesday, Oct.
16, 3-6 p.m. Participants must attend both classes.
AARP workbook is required, which is $14 for non-
AARP members and $12 for members. Registration
required by calling 404-851-6157. Leave local area
code and phone number when registering. Sandy
Springs Branch Library, 395 Mount Vernon High
way, Sandy Springs, 30328. Email: comments@
co.fulton.ga.us for more information.
Strengthen Your Bones
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 6-8 p.m. — Learn the
tricks of leaning into your bones. Effective use of
your skeleton helps you gain bone strength and bal
ance. Find out how your mind tricks you into cre
ating stress and anxiety, and treat yourself to some
centering techniques. Free and open to members
of the Cancer Support Community. RSVP to 404-
843-1880. 5775 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd., Build
ing C, Suite 225, Atlanta, 30342. To learn more, vis
it: www.cscatlanta.org.
Prologue
BRADMELTZER 10.24
Featuring elin hilderbrand 11.9
scon TUROW 11.2 CHRIS MATTHEWS 11.10
CLARK HOWARD 11.6 ALAN DERSHOWITZ 11.16
JEFFREY TOOBIN 11.7 PAT CONROY 11.17
atlantajcc.org/bookfestival
5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody GA 30338
TICKETS: 678.812.4005 OR
ATLANTAJCC.ORG/BOOKFESTIVAL
INFORMATION: 678.812.3981
Tickets @ 404.733.5000 | alliancetheatre.org/verastark | Groups 404.733.4690
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Chili Cook-Off
Saturday, Oct. 12,11 a.m.-7 p.m. — Come out
and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of food, fun and live en
tertainment, while sampling great chili at the 2nd an
nual Brookhaven Chili Cook-Off! Have a taste from
over 60 local restaurants, businesses or amateur teams.
Free admission to the festival; open to the community.
Limited tasting spoons available for $5 via website, or
at the gate for $10. 2740 Apple Valley Rd., Brookhav
en, 30319. Visit: www.brookhavenchilicookoff.com.
COMMUNITY
Night Hike
Friday, Oct. 11,7-8 p.m. — Visitors get a chance
to connect with nature after-hours at the Dunwoody
Nature Center! The family-oriented hike follows trails
around the wetlands and back forests of Dunwoody
Park. Center educators will guide you as you hear the
night time sounds of owls, bats and other nocturnal
creatures. Tour is followed by cocoa, stargazing and a
warming fire. Free and open to all. Strollers not rec
ommended. 5343 Roberts Dr., Dunwoody, 30338.
Questions? Call 770-394-3322 or go to: www.dun-
woodynature.org.
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