Life + Culture

A Commitment to History and Community

Article by Buckhead Heritage Thornton Kennedy is a dedicated force behind the scenes of Buckhead Heritage, working to preserve the rich tapestry of his community's history for generations to come. As the current vice president of the board, he plays a pivotal role in identifying, preserving, restoring, and promoting Buckhead's historic resources. One of his notable contributions is reviving the Oral History Program alongside Judith Vanderver. Through the initiative, they recruited and...

May 2024

Beauty

Meet Bob Ward

Brookhaven resident and Colliers executive takes center stage to support Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities  Article and Photography by There's a quiet rhythm that resonates in Bob Ward’s soul—a rhythm guided by his steady hand and warm heart. As senior vice president and principal at Colliers Atlanta, Bob's professional success is matched only by his unwavering commitment to the Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities (ARMHC), where he's been a key player in orchestrating hope for...

May 2024

Life + Culture

Looking Up

World War II pilot Paul Crawford celebrates 100th birthday Article by Moreno Aguiari Mission accomplished!  On Tuesday, March 19, World War II pilot Paul Crawford fulfilled his dream of flying in a P-51 Mustang like the one he commanded 79 years ago in China, where he flew 29 missions until he was shot down in 1945. Now 100, Buckhead resident Crawford was delighted when the Liberty Foundation and Inspire Aviation Foundation took him up in a TF-51D on a perfect blue-sky day for flying. For...

May 2024

Auto + Marine

A Beautiful Day for a Drive

Bentley Atlanta + E+E Real Estate Partner Article by BuckHaven City Lifestyle Staff Bring together a luxury automotive brand with Blue Ridge real estate experts and gorgeous property, and you have the epitome of luxury living at its best. In a powerful collaboration between Bentley Atlanta and E+E Real Estate with Compass, select guests gathered at Bentley Atlanta for a welcome coffee, then embarked for Blue Ridge mountains in their designated Bentleys for the day. Guests toured La Cresta on...

May 2024

Arts + Culture

The Art of Being Tricky

Making Music that Matters Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Provided Christopher “Tricky” Stewart is an Atlanta-based multi-Grammy award-winning songwriter, producer, composer, and father whose family’s musical heritage helped to shape and guide his life from the tender age of fifteen when he started his musical career. While a lot has changed for Tricky since then, he remains dedicated to his craft and is excited about the future. His artistry has touched over 50 million records sold...

May 2024

Education

Summer is for Learning

Horizons Atlanta at Atlanta International School (AIS) offers kids support. Article by Meredith Johnson and Kevin Glass Atlanta’s schools may be officially closed for the summer, but that doesn’t mean learning should stop during the summer months. Without the opportunity to experience enriching summer activities, many children and youth, especially those living in communities with historical educational inequities or who struggle academically during the school year, often lose up to two months...

May 2024

Food + Beverage

Pouring Love

Mend Coffee and Goods Article by BuckHaven City Lifestyle staff Hope Heals, an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization focused on accessibility awareness, just opened Mend Coffee and Goods, a coffee shop, retail concept and community hub that will offer dignifying employment to adults of all abilities. The beautiful accessibility-first spaces are thoughtfully appointed so that employees and customers of all abilities can gather, work, and celebrate with ease. After a devastating stroke nearly...

April 2024

Arts + Culture

Savvy Hospitality

Meet Micaela Binion Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Aleks Kapett | Firelite Studios Micaela Binion is a marketing and brand strategist professional, number one salesperson for Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead and licensed real estate broker.   At Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead, she works with discerning clients and enjoys curating memorable deliveries to homes or in-store experiences. “My most memorable delivery was to the Harvey family. Steve and Majorie are wonderful people. Majorie trusts...

April 2024

Arts + Culture

A Lesson in Perserverence

Meet Brookhaven author Audrey Galex Article by Lora Sommers Brookhaven author Audrey Galex   has recently released her first children’s book, Turtle Rocks , an inspiring, whimsically illustrated book with a timeless message about the power of teamwork and friendship, perseverance and resilience. Illustrated by Colleen Finn,  Turtle Rocks  is an enduring story that children of all ages will enjoy. Audrey explains where she likes to go for inspiration, “When, like me, you live ‘on the edge’...

April 2024

Food + Beverage

Cheers to Mom

Article by Sue G. Collins Cara McInerney lives for spring cocktails. The long, pretty days call for all-day sippers, light flavors, and plenty of fresh herbs. She gets excited for peach season, and will be bringing back one of her favorite cocktails from the Brassica vault, the City in the Forest - a high ball with Toki whiskey, soda, and a house peach shrub. Nestled inside the Waldorf Astoria in Buckhead, the Brassica team leans on the brand's prestige and storied locations around the world...

April 2024