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Leah R. Harrison
Leah R. Harrison
Leah Harrison is a reporter and copy editor for the Atlanta Jewish Times.
Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice discusses “Where the Light Enters” with Jill Biden.
May 22, 2019, 2:54 pm
Jill Biden on ‘Where the Light Enters’
In a room buzzing with anticipation, former second lady Jill Biden appeared before a crowd of 600 at A Page From the Book Festival event for "Where the Light Enters."
By Leah R. Harrison
Members of The Temple are pleased with the tidy spot they secured for the memorial red maple along Peachtree Street.
March 20, 2019, 3:18 pm
A Fitting Memorial: Eleven New ‘Trees of Life’ in Atlanta
After the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue, a member of All Saints’ Episcopal Church was searching for a way to honor those lost. He found it with Trees Atlanta.
By Leah R. Harrison
Leah R. Harrison
November 29, 2018, 3:57 pm
A Chanukah Message From Leah R. Harrison
The moral imperatives of our faith provide concepts and deeds through which we can brighten our outlook and begin to repair our world.
By Leah R. Harrison
November 1, 2018, 4:46 pm
Incumbent for Top Education Post Faces Former National PTA Prez
Incumbent Richard Woods (R) and retired Lt. Col. Otha Thornton (D) face off in the race for state school superintendent.
By Leah R. Harrison
Blue Dove Foundation 5779 edition kippot is available on the website.
August 30, 2018, 5:12 pm
Blue Dove’s Jewish High Holiday Initiative
The foundation for a healthier year -- Blue Dove provides High Holidays inspiration in #QuietingTheSilence campaign.
By Leah R. Harrison
August 23, 2018, 7:26 am
Atlanta’s Latest Tool to Address Addiction and Mental Health
The Blue Dove Foundation's mission: education, awareness and outreach within the Jewish community.
By Leah R. Harrison
June 28, 2018, 6:37 pm
Nonprofit Helps People, Pets and the Planet
Founder and CEO of Atlanta Rescue Dog Café Aaron Fisher is devoted to reducing the need fort animal shelters.
By Leah R. Harrison
Photos courtesy of Dorsey Alston Realtors The Dubrof family home, including the indoor pool house addition.
June 23, 2018, 4:55 pm
A Tale of Two Houses
Families together created 70’s hub for Jewish philanthropy and fun.
By Leah R. Harrison
Belle de Jour focuses on the perfect color as part of its hair styling.
May 7, 2018, 7:45 am
Doing Good While Getting a Good Color
Belle de Jour Salon in Sandy Springs takes time to raise money for childhood cancer research.
By Leah R. Harrison
John Zeisel explains his Hope Model for dementia care while Sandy and Max London, family namesakes of the AgeSmart Lecture series, listen. (Photo by Leah R. Harrison)
May 3, 2018, 4:54 am
Individual Engagement Brings Hope to Dementia
Jewish Home Life Communities is instituting the successful I'm Still Here program.
By Leah R. Harrison
April 10, 2018, 6:06 pm
Lifesaving Jewish Responses to Opioid Epidemic
The community develops a depth of resources for addiction treatment and recovery.
By Leah R. Harrison
The Healthy Jewish Kitchen By Paula Shoyer Sterling Epicure, 150 pages, $24.95
March 28, 2018, 1:43 am
How to Eat Healthy At and After Pesach
Paula Shoyer shares healthy recipes from her childhood in her new book “The Healthy Jewish Cookbook”.
By Leah R. Harrison
The Spicy Peach co-owner Jodi Wittenberg helps a customer on a crowded Sunday before Passover. (Photo by Leah R. Harrison)
March 22, 2018, 5:48 am
Passover Pops Up at The Spicy Peach
The specialty Toco Hills retailer is overflowing with kosher items for the holiday.
By Leah R. Harrison
Marla Rosenberg poses with her PALs, Rachel Nelkin and Dylan Oakes at the 2017 Special Seder at Shearith Israel. Oakes says their time together is "incredibly rewarding" and "the favorite part of my week."
March 15, 2018, 4:42 pm
Atlanta’s Truly Special Seder
Shearith Israel prepares to host the 22nd annual celebration for adults with special needs March 18.
By Leah R. Harrison
Veronica’s Attic co-owner Cecily Ross multitasks in front of the well-stocked bath and body display.
March 6, 2018, 1:29 am
Veronica’s Attic Turns 30
The Sandy Springs boutique and owners Cecily Ross and Eryn Spector are celebrating March 10.
By Leah R. Harrison
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