Join us at the Annual Thought Leaders Dinner!

Jul 2, 2025 | HOME, News

Please join us on Wednesday, September 17 @ 6 PM
for a fun, informative and social evening under the stars!
At the Pavilion at Morgan Falls Overlook Park

Mingle with Greenspace Leaders and fellow Parks and Trails Supporters
Enjoy live music by the local country/bluegrass band Lonesome Redwing
With dinner from QN2 BBQ

Featuring Discussion about the Future and Value of the new Springway Trail Plan
and Connectivity Efforts in the Perimeter Area

With Guest Speaker
Ann Hanlon
Executive Director, Perimeter Community Improvement District

 

Plus a Chance to Win Unique Door Prizes!
Enter the Door Prize Drawing with an Event Ticket, Must be Present to Win

Tickets $50 Per Person

Thank you for supporting the Conservancy’s mission to create, conserve and connect parks, trails and greenspace in our community!

Outdoor Adventure Door Prizes!

Tour & Dinner at the Hydro Dam

Get a Private Tour of the Georgia Power Morgan Falls Dam and Hydroelectric Power Plant! See the inner workings of the more than 100-year-old power plant that is still in use today. Then enjoy dinner for 4 at the dam overlooking the beautiful Chattahoochee River!

Private Fly Fishing Lesson

Enjoy a private fly-fishing Lesson for 2 in North Georgia with Steve Levetan, a Certified Casting Instructor with Fly Fishers International (FFI). Steve, a past-board chair of SSC, is an experienced local fresh-water fisherman and looks forward to sharing his knowledge and favorite fishing spots along a beautiful river near Cleveland, North Georgia.

 

 

Land & Water Fun Package

A Round of Golf and Kayak Rentals for 4!

Enjoy the great outdoors right here in our own back yard with a day on the links and a day on the river, all on Morgan Falls Road! Enjoy a round of Golf for 4 at Steel Canyon Golf Course and Kayak Rentals for 4 at Morgan Falls Overlook Park from Murph’s Surf Shack!

 

Thank You to Our Door Prize Donors!

Live Music by Local Country Western Bluegrass Band “Lonesome Redwing”

Enjoy the upbeat, folksy acoustic songs of Lonesome Redwing at the Thought Leaders Dinner! Lonesome Redwing’s music is firmly planted in the traditions of Americana, country, Western Swing, and bluegrass. The Atlanta-based trio of Kathy Reed, Ellen Rapier, and Russell Weeks are talented musicians known for their instrumental expertise and tight harmonies, and captivating songwriters as well. Their songs about people, places, and experiences big and small are as delightful as they are thoughtful. They will be joined by Walter “Dean of the Dobro” Dean on dobro and pedal steel guitar, and Joel Glogowski on the upright bass.

Along with their musical precision and craftsman­ship, Lonesome Redwing is an engaging band whose performances invite the audience to join the fun. Their banter onstage and with the audience leave you with the feeling that you just spent an evening with best friends. Their original material pays homage to the classics of their genres, and their beautiful arrangements and performances give new life to beloved old sweet songs. Lonesome Redwing has opened for such legendary performers as Tony Rice, Peter Rowan, Claire Lynch, The Steep Canyon Rangers, and Patti Loveless.

Community Favorite McDaniel’s QN2 BBQ on the Menu

Dinner for the evening will be provided by a community favorite, QN2 BBQ! On the menu are BBQ sandwiches, sides and dessert, including vegetarian sides and a crudité table with chopped fruit, veggies, cheese and crackers.

Not only is QN2 a local staple in the heart of Sandy Springs, but the McDaniel’s restaurant is a long-time supporter of the nonprofit organizations that contribute to making Sandy Springs a vibrant and caring community.

Since 2002 the McDaniel brothers have been delighting BBQ fans in and around Sandy Springs with their friendly service and authentic Southern BBQ served with an unpretentious Small Town Feel. Like an Old Fashioned Meat and Three, our plates come with 2 sides. Hence the name QN2!  Whether you choose to dine in, order online, or have your event catered, our selection of  hickory smoked meats, southern veggies, and desserts will be sure to please.  So come on in, we look forward to serving you!

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