Category Archives: Events

Staycation Heaven and the Peachtree Road Race

Posted on July 9, 2019 by Best Self Atlanta staff

Atlanta Best Media editors Alex McCray and Laura J. Downey share their experience at the 50th anniversary of the Peachtree Road Race and a stellar staycation at W – Atlanta Buckhead. By Alex McCray Ask anyone in Atlanta and they … Continue reading →

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Scrubs Party Raises Nearly $400,000 for Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Best Self Atlanta staff

By Wyndi Kappes The 5th annual Scrubs Party, which was hosted by Emerging Leaders for Children’s, was a roaring success. On March 24, more than 300 attendees came out to raise over $380,000 for the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders … Continue reading →

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Soledad O’Brien’s PowHERful™ Enrichment Conference Comes to Atlanta on May 13

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Best Self Atlanta staff

Emmy-Award winning journalist Soledad O’Brien is bringing her free personal and professional development conference series for young women to Atlanta on Saturday, May 13. The PowHERful™ Enrichment Conference is aimed at young and minority women ages 13-23. In partnership with … Continue reading →

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Party for a Purpose at Bubbles & Bling

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Best Self Atlanta staff

Celebrate of your favorite Hollywood character and walk the pink carpet at Mason Fine Art Gallery on Saturday, February 25 at Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta’s Bubbles & Bling event. Partygoers can enjoy movie-inspired food, an open bar, and the … Continue reading →

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Who’s Handling Your Face and Body?

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Best Self Atlanta staff

Do you know if the people helping take care of your skin and body are up-to-date on the latest science, technology, treatments and products?  Since many of our readers enjoy facials, skincare, massages or other esthetic treatments, we’ve teamed up … Continue reading →

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A Tale as Old as Time

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Best Self Atlanta staff

From February 2–7, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is making a magical return to the Fox Theatre stage as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2015/2016 season. Beast, a spoiled prince who has been cursed by an … Continue reading →

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A Romantic Retreat

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Best Self Atlanta staff

This Valentine’s Day, forget gazing into your lover’s eyes over dinner, instead opt for a romantic getaway to what some say is the Caribbean’s “best kept secret,” Harbour Village Beach Club. From now until February 29, Harbour Village Beach Club … Continue reading →

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An Evening with Ensler

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Best Self Atlanta staff

Join the Joyous Heart Network on February 1 from 7 – 9 p.m. at Grace Midtown and celebrate how far the ONE BILLION RISING movement has come in their work to bring an end to violence against women … once … Continue reading →

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Highland Restaurant Week Round Two

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Best Self Atlanta staff

By Alexandra McCray Food lovers have the chance to dine at some of the best, and brightest, restaurants in the Highlands at affordable prices during Highland Restaurant Week. To kick-off the week, I had the opportunity on behalf of Best … Continue reading →

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“Celebrate the Cup” with World Cup Champion Lauren Holiday

Posted on October 12, 2015 by Best Self Atlanta staff

U.S. Women’s Soccer Team star and World Cup Champion Lauren Holiday will stop by a local Smoothie King on October 17 for a “Celebrate the Cup” event. Fans will have the chance to meet Holiday and hear her experience of … Continue reading →

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