🌱 Fogo de Chão Evacuated + Illumine 2023 + Murder Suspect Caught

Good morning, everybody! Today’s National Backyard Day; did you know that ZYRTEC®, the allergy relief medicine, designated the first observance of the day in 2021? I'm back with your new copy of the Buckhead Patch newsletter. Keep reading for everything you need to know that's happening around town. Today you'll find news about...

• 🎨 The Mayor's Arts Advisory Committee
• 🎶 Illumine 2023 in April
• 🤝 Christ the King Preschool at Second-Ponce

🌥️ But first, today's weather:

Cold; breezy in the morning. High: 43 Low: 25.

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⛽ Three of the Cheapest Gas Stations Around Buckhead

• CITGO at 4968 Roswell Rd., $3.19
• Chevron at 1970 Moores Mill Rd NW, $3.19
• QuikTrip at 1836 Briarcliff Rd., $3.19

😋 Fair Food Poll!
Fair food is the ultimate cheat meal. Although we all know it’s unhealthy, everyone has a guilty pleasure. Which is your favorite?

• 26.3% Funnel cake
• 24.6% Candy apples
• 15.8% Corndogs
• 5.3% Guacamole
• 3.5% Cotton candy, Cheesecake, Tri-Tip sandwiches
• 1.8% Turkey legs, Guacamole with cheese, Pork chop on a stick. Deep-friend bacon-wrapped pickle, Cinnamon rolls, Spicy sausage link on a French roll, Fried cheese curds, Deep-fried butter

The rest have the willpower to stay away from fair food.

📰 Here are the top stories today in Buckhead:

1. On November 13, a 46-year-old man was found shot in his car near 103 Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard Northwest. Atlanta Police Department (APD) officers learned the crime occurred around Abbott Street Southwest and Parsons Street Southwest. They pinpointed a 52-year-old man as a suspect. On Friday, they caught him; he’s now at the Fulton County Jail facing a “Felony Murder” charge. (APD)
2. Did you see the firefighters at Fogo de Chão on Saturday? They were called to 3101 Piedmont Road Northeast and appeared to be working on the roof. Guests were evacuated, but it was difficult to tell what was happening. We've heard scuttlebutt of large plumes of smoke, but are waiting for an official update. (11 Alive, 2)
3. A Catholic and a Baptist walk into a . . . well, not really. The pastors of Buckhead’s Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church and Cathedral of Christ the King are friends. And they’re planning on expanding the preschool that friendship produced. Christ the King Preschool at Second-Ponce opened in August and served children between 12 months and pre-K. The goal is to also welcome youngsters ages 5 and 6 in the fall. The faith leaders “suspect that the ecumenical preschool might be a first in its collaboration.” (Georgia Bulletin)
4. On Friday, Mayor Andre Dickens appointed 23 members to his Arts Advisory Committee. The committee’s job is to “help shape the future direction of Arts and Culture” in the city. Those named include Alex Davis of the High Museum of Art, Jamil Jude from the True Colors Theatre Company and Atiba Mbiwan of The Zeist Foundation. (City of Atlanta)
5. We have a list of artists participating in Illumine 2023. Scheduled for April 27 to May 7 at Oakland Cemetery, the venue will be the setting for after-dark enjoyment of the grounds, complete with “live music, craft cocktails, and an Oakland pop-up shop.” The artists are Gavin Bernard, Brooks Garcia, Dorothy O’Connor and Ricardo Martinez. (Oakland Cemetery)

📆 Today in Buckhead:

• The Bloom Coffee Co. hosts a Flower Pop-Up Bar to celebrate its first anniversary (10 AM)
• The Vision Restaurant & Lounge hosts a Sundaze Day Party (3 PM)
• Painting with a Twist holds a BYOB Paint Event at 2140 Peachtree Rd NW (3 PM)
• Art Lab for Kids hosts "Make Your Own Emoji" at Apple Lenox Square (3 PM)
• Enjoy Open Mic Comedy in Buckhead at Clutch Restaurant (7 PM)

🖊️ From my notebook:

• "Did you miss our Homestead Exemption Workshop? Learn more and watch step-by-step instructions at the link." (Atlanta BeltLine via Facebook)
• "Want to avoid traffic this weekend? Check out our lane closure schedule and remember to visit 511 for the latest travel info. https://bit.ly/GDOTLaneClosures" (Georgia DOT)
• "Congratulations to Capitol Police Officer of the Year, PO3 James Walker III.!" (Georgia Department of Public Safety)
• "Atlanta City Council's Spotlight on Black History features Bagley Park. Check out the video. https://vimeo.com/795262791#t=..." (Buckhead Heritage Society via Facebook)
• "11th Graders: Prepare Now for APS ACT/SAT School Days coming March 22 & March 28! Taking the ACT and SAT during the junior year in high school, will help students determine which exam focuses more on their strengths, thereby increasing their opportunities." (ATL Public Schools)

🏡 What are homes selling for these days in Buckhead?

• Median Listing Home Price $715K
• Median Listing Home Price/Square Foot $340
• Median Sold Home Price $435K

Check out more Buckhead real estate information!

🐶 Meet Buckhead area Pets Waiting To Be Adopted!

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Featured events:

• Gent's Lunch - A Benefit for the High Museum Wine Auction (March 22)
• High Revelry, a benefit for the High Museum Wine Auction (March 23)
• 3hr Bachata Boot camp Atlanta @ HDC Dance & Fitness, Sat March 25, 2023 (March 25)
• John Stango Solo Artist Show (March 25)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all Tuesday morning for another update!

— Sylvia Cochran

About me: Sylvia Cochran works out of sunny Southern California and has been freelance writing full-time since 2005. She loves dogs, cats, books, plays Best Fiends (don't judge), embraces social justice, and tries to live out Micah 6:8.

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