The Drake Closet
The mission of The Drake House is empowering women and children experiencing homelessness to achieve independence and stability. You can support that mission by volunteering at one of their three thrift shop locations, The Drake Closet. During your shift, you’ll help by providing customer service, organizing store merchandise and assisting on the sales floor. Details: […]
Alpharetta Community Agriculture Program
If building a sustainable future is your passion, check out the Alpharetta Community Agriculture Program. This organic vegetable farm offers resources such as tools and seeds, education and a community garden. Volunteers weed, plant and clean or participate in Grow a Row to plant and harvest organic produce for the North Fulton Community Charities food […]
Atlanta Angels
The 400,000 American children in foster care and the families who care for them need your support. When you join Atlanta Angels, you help by donating resources and time, building relationships with foster families and mentoring students. Whether you volunteer one time or support a family for a year through the Love Box program, your […]
Alpharetta Fire Corp
The rehab specialists at Alpharetta Fire Corp support firefighters by providing food, water, rest, supplies and first aid at emergency scenes. Interested? You’ll attend weekly training and commit to four 12-hour standby shifts each month, making a real contribution to our community and Alpharetta’s bravest. Details: 2565 Old Milton Pkwy., alpharetta.ga.us/532/alpharetta-fire-corps
Roaring Social
Downtown Alpharetta’s Roaring Social is a ’20s speakeasy-inspired destination with live music, boutique bowling and craft cocktails that hit the mark. Nosh on the Garden Flatbread between sets, made with soubise, artichoke heart, red onion, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes and chicken. Details: 35 Milton Ave., roaringsocialalpharetta.com
Lapeer Steak & Seafood
Lapeer Steak & Seafood is a winning stop for premium beef cuts, day-boat fish, fresh oysters and a coastal-chic vibe. It’s perfect for date night or an outing with friends, made even better with a juicy, 30-ounce Prime Porterhouse, topped with an herby salsa verde. Spice things up with the famous salt-and-pepper calamari. Details: 12 […]
Rumi’s Kitchen
With modern Persian dishes like saffron-infused rice, grilled meats and creative veggie options, Rumi’s Kitchen is an easy pick for bold flavors and a stylish, friendly setting. For a standout dish, order the tender Chilean Sea Bass, served with saffron, onion, fava bean and yummy dill basmati rice. Details: 7105 Avalon Blvd., rumiskitchen.com
Lily Sushi Bar
Lily Sushi Bar flies in premium fish all the way from Japan to deliver creative rolls, tender hamachi, one-of-a-kind nigiri and more prepared right in front of you. While hard to choose a favorite, we love their Sake Nigiri, featuring salmon topped with tangy aioli sauce, decadent truffle soy, black pepper and caviar. Details: 220 […]
TBB 122
Sit outside under the 150-year-old oak tree at TBB 122 and dig into the Riverview Farm Heritage Pork Chop. Like the full menu of California-inspired healthy cuisine, this entrée comes cooked to perfection, finished with spicy peperonata, Castelvetrano olives and served alongside fluffy Marsh Hen Hill grits. Details: 122 Marietta St., tbb122.com
Dr. Emi Kooyman: Veterinarian • Businesswoman • Dog Mom
By Cory Olesen Unlike most of her colleagues, Dr. Emi Kooyman didn’t dream of being a veterinarian when she grew up. A self-identified “late bloomer,” Kooyman discovered her passion for animals as an adult, when she adopted her first dog, a Samoyed named Stetson. “And from there it just grew. I started fostering, doing shelter […]
