🌱 Sparkle Sandy Springs + New Interim Director At Sandy Springs PAC

Morning, Sandy Springs! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Sandy Springs Daily. Keep reading to find out the most important things happening these days in town.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 58 Low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories in Sandy Springs today:

1. This Sunday, Dec. 4, the City Green will transform into Sparkle Village, with over 30 miniature lit houses to set the scene for a winter wonderland. The illuminated village is the anchor for Sunday's Sparkle Sandy Springs event, which kicks off at 4 p.m. and includes a holiday gift market, food trucks, live music, and the Sparkle Parade. Though Sparkle Sandy Springs only lasts one day, Sparkle Village will remain on display through Jan. 1. (Reporter Newspapers + Atlanta Intown)
2. Sandy Springs Announces Appointment of Interim Executive Director for Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center at City Springs (Sandy Springs Georgia)
3. Looking for some family-friendly fun this weekend? There are tons of events happening tomorrow, Dec. 3, at the Sandy Springs Library! If you're looking for some light movement and relaxation, drop into Yoga with Marianne at 10:30 a.m. Or, to get in the spirit of the season, watch the North Springs High School Orchestra's holiday concert at 1 p.m. At 3 p.m., chess lovers ages 10+ can swing by the Rook & Roll Chess Club, while kids of all ages can enjoy Story Time with Mrs. Claus. (Fulton County Library System)

Today in and around Sandy Springs:

• Roswell Dance Theatre's The Nutcracker At Byers Theatre At Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, City Springs (9:00 AM)
• Adult Crafternoon: Holiday Ornaments At Fulton County Library System, Sandy Springs Branch (1:00 PM)
• Friday Live: The Ultimate Live Music Experience At Cigar City Club, Atlanta (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Planning to attend Sparkle Sandy Springs this weekend? The Sandy Springs Police Department is offering free shuttle rides on Sunday, Dec. 4, from Lake Forest Elementary School (5920 Sandy Springs Circle, 30328). The shuttle will run from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Sandy Springs Police via Facebook)
• Heads up, local house hunters: These new properties have just hit the market, including three right here in Sandy Springs ranging from $579,900 to $2,850,000. Get the details in Patch's latest real estate roundup. (Sandy Springs Patch)
• The holiday season is the perfect time to open your home to a new furry friend in need! There are lots of adorable pets available to adopt from these Sandy Springs-area animal shelters, like Mikey the Beagle and Wybie the Maltipoo Terrier. (Sandy Springs Patch)

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Events:

• Roswell UMC Christmas Gift & Craft Show (December 2)
• Big Psychic Fair (December 3)
• 3hr Bachata Boot Camp Atlanta Sat Dec 3, 2022 (December 3)
• Thomas Arvid Annual Holiday Show (December 3)
• Dinner & Latin Night Atlanta @ Tonys Johns Creek Sat Dec 3, 2022 (December 3)
• Chanukah & Holiday Bazaar (December 4)
• Minority Men's Health Program (December 8)
• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (December 9)
• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (December 17)
• Jazz at the Ballroom Presents "HOLIDAY IN" (December 17)
• Atlanta New Years Eve Dinner & Dance Party @ Hilton Atlanta Northeast Dec 31, 2022 (December 31)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— 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.