Slow Food Atlanta and the Peachtree Road Farmers Market are joining forces to host their annual 2009 Ice Cream Competition tomorrow, Saturday, June 27 from noon to 1 p.m.  The ice cream social will take place in the garden of St. Philip’s Cathedral on Peachtree Road; rain or shine.   Slow Food Fans will have the opportunity to taste all ice cream submissions and vote for the best homemade, old-fashioned -- but not necessarily traditional -- ice cream flavor.   T...

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In honor of dear ol' dad, I've gathered a few unique gift ideas for Father's Day.     For the globe-trotter: Kiehl’s has a gift suitable for every dad and every budget, including this travel collection, perfect for the man on the go. This brand's products are a no-fail system, so no matter if he's backpacking in a hot South American country or braving the slopes in Colorado, his skin will be well-cared for, and he'll have you to thank. Packed in a small EVA travel bag is the Ulti...

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Atlantic Station is launching a free outdoor movie series on June 18, which will continue through the end of summer, airing blockbuster favorites each Thursday in Central Park. Additionally, Atlantic Station retailers and restaurants will be offering special discounts each Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m., providing attendees of the movie series with even more affordable summer fun. The Atlantic Station restaurants and retailers will also hold drawings with free prizes and distribute samples and giveaw...

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This weekend, gather 'round for the Paper Mill Market, a 3-day European-style shopping experience. Expect an eclectic smorgasboard of merchandise--antiques, objects of art, art and handcrafted jewelry, fabulous fashion finds, an incredible Farmers market and much more. Friday, May 15 - 10am - 6pm Saturday, May 16 - 10am - 6pm Sunday, May 17 - 11am - 5pm Paper Mill Village is located at 177 Village Parkway in Marietta at the corner of Johnson Ferry and Paper Mill roads (behind Starbucks) &...

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Get a glimpse of the hottest styles this spring at the Simon Fashion Now show at Lenox Square by Caress Skinwear Collection on April 24 and 25. Showtimes: Friday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, April 25 at 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 p.m. Karyn Greer, news anchor with 11Alive WXIA-TV, Jessica Dauler, host of Jessica Shops Atlanta on Q100’s “the Bert Show,” and Holly Firfer, CNN reporter and co-host of “Atlanta & Company,” will team up with SCAD fashion students for creating the quintessential spr...

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