Roger Conner

This is a gem on the northern edge of Atlanta. There is a small house from the 1860s with historic pictures, but the real attraction is an oasis dominated by the springs and a tiny creek, all set below street level where you can walk, sit and relax. Rare to find a such a peaceful place in the big city. There is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff person during morning and early afternoon

I have attended a number of concerts here. The acoustics are excellent, the sight lines clear. Typically the cost is very reasonable. Even though the typical concert here will be delivered by students, you can expect a very high quality musical experience

One drawback is that the rows go all the way from one side to the other. Try to get seats near the center to avoid having folks step over you constantly

Westminster is a large, rather formal and upscale church. The joke is that Westminster is very diverse: it has every kind of lawyer there is in Nashville if you are mainline Protestant and want a big church with many programs & a big pipe organ, this is for you. Should you prefer a politically progressive, smaller church with a reputation for activism and good programs for children & youth, Second Presbyterian on Belmont is a better choice

First class, professional travel agents. These guys are a vanishing breed: an actual person with years of experience who gets to know you. They not only help you plan, but they know what to do when flights get cancelled or delayed. While other people wait in line to talk to a harried agent, your travel agent has you booked on the next flight. Worth every penny I pay them, and more.

Inclusive church, great music, growing in a time when many mainline Protestant churches are going the other direction!