🌱 Portal To Report Antisemitic Threats + Stage Door Theatre Gala

Hey, everybody! It's Thursday in Sandy Springs and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in the community.

But first, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm. High: 64 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories in and around Sandy Springs today:

1. The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, in partnership with over 30 other organizations, has launched an online portal for metro Atlanta residents to report antisemitic threats. Incidents reported through the standardized form will be immediately sent to professionals with the Federation as well as the Secure Community Network, who will work together to determine potential risks and the next steps to be taken. Any credible threats are then referred to law enforcement at the local, state, and/or federal level, as well as Jewish facility leaders. (MDJOnline.com)
2. Down the road at the Dunwoody Nature Center, Stage Door Theatre will host a fundraising gala this Saturday, Jan. 21 at 7:00 p.m. The "Swinging Under the Stars"-themed event will include dinner, live performances and music, and a silent auction. Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased online; "festive attire" is recommended. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
3. If you're headed into Atlanta, keep in mind that Franklin Road between Huntley Drive NE and Roswell Road will remain closed through Tuesday, Jan. 31 due to a water main repair. Work is expected to take place between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Additional information on closures and detours are available at the link. (Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News)

Today in Sandy Springs:

• Networking At Noon At Hudson Grille Sandy Springs (11:30 AM)
• Studio Series Concert With Heather Luttrell And The Possumden At City Springs (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• In case you missed it: the Sandy Springs Development Authority is preparing for more planned development this year in an effort to boost the local economy. (Appen Media)
• Calling all small business owners: the City of Sandy Springs, in partnership with Retail Strategies, will be hosting an online training session on omnichannel retail strategies. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 26 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.; registration is available online. (Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News via Facebook)
• If you didn't find your dream home in yesterday's roundup of new houses for sale in the area, consider checking out these three upcoming open houses down the road from Sandy Springs. (Sandy Springs Patch)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.