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Stay Cool At The Movies
There's something about going to a movie on a crazy hot Georgia summer day that can't be matched. Here are my recommended options for keeping you distracted from the heat and humidity. ...more
Restaurants & Businesses
June 01, 2026•1 min read
Where's Water?
Those of us in Smoke Rise Georgia have quite a number of options for cooling off in the summer, both low cost and free. Some do require a bit of nature walk. ...more
Restaurants & Businesses
May 10, 2026•2 min read
July in Georgia (A Poem)
When you are hot and sweaty in the middle of a Georgia summer, a poem helps you avoid overtaxing yourself with full sentences. ...more
Restaurants & Businesses
April 07, 2026•1 min read
Modern Ancient Care
Some ancient relaxing pastimes are making a come back in. Read about them and everyone so you can check them out on your own (modern) time. ...more
Restaurants & Businesses
March 21, 2026•1 min read
Free Films - Albertine Cinémathèque - Starting
Check out these free films running at Emory in White Hall from March 21 to April 1 at 7pm in White Hall. Great films for (did I mention) FREE. ...more
Restaurants & Businesses
March 21, 2026•2 min read
Living in Smoke Rise: What Makes This Community Special
Nowadays, when people ask me about what it is like to live in Smoke Rise, I save 3 minutes and 34 seconds by sending them the link to this blog post. ...more
Restaurants & Businesses
March 20, 2026•6 min read
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