American Sewing Guild - Atlanta Chapter

Batik Workshop with Tammy Silvers
2025-10-18 13:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, 30328, United States
Following the Annual Meeting, Tammy Silvers will lead a three-hour, hands-on workshop where participants will learn to design and create their own unique batik fabric. You’ll leave the class with two custom cotton batik fat quarters and a Tjanting tool to continue practicing your new skills at home. Tammy will teach two different techniques for creating batik patterns. She is a talented designer whose work is featured by leading fabric companies such as Northcott, Timeless Treasures, and Island Batik.
www.tamarinis.com
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Where: Atlanta Realtors Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr. NW, Atlanta 30328
When: 10/18/2025 1:30 – 4:30 PM
Cost: Member Fee: $35.00; Non-Member Fee: $45.00
Refund Policy: Full refund available until October 4, 2025; after October 4 refunds may be given if there is a substitute.
Last day registration: 10/14/2025 Refund Cut-off Date: 10/14/2025
Class is limited to 20 participants.

Pants Fit Mini Workshop with Jen Stern-Hasemann
2025-10-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Virtual
Pants Fit Mini Workshop with Jen Stern-Hasemann
Date: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Member cost: Free
Where: Zoom
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Join ASG Atlanta online for a free mini workshop on Efficient Pants Fitting techniques led by Jennifer Stern.Are you trying to make pants that fit, but you’re caught in a circle of making adjustments? Or maybe you’re thinking about making pants that fit, but you’re not sure how to get started. During this lecture/demo Jennifer Stern will share how to streamline the process! We’ll start out by talking about how to pick out a pants pattern to work with. Then see how to pick out the best starting size. After tracing the pattern pieces, discover if there are body specific adjustments that will simplify the fitting process by customizing the pattern to your shape. There is a lot of information printed on the pattern pieces, she’ll show you which markings are important to transfer to your traced pattern. To prepare for cutting out your fit muslin, we’re going to add to the edges and make a separate pants fitting waistband. After cutting out the pieces to make your muslin we will follow the basic framework of Top Down Center Out as described by R. Collins in Threads Magazine Issue #218 with a couple of added things. She’ll explain all the benefits of working with a single leg muslin and separate pants fitting waistband. From there, see why it’s important to transfer the adjustments from your fit muslin to your paper pattern as you work along. After the single leg muslin is balanced, it’s time to cut out the second leg and make a two leg muslin. See how to use this muslin to fine-tune the fit and position of the crotch without messing up the drape of the leg. You’ll leave this lecture/demo with a step-by-step checklist to streamline your pants fitting adventure!Instructor:Jennifer Stern Hasemann is the owner and designer at J Stern Designs. She has a solid background in pattern design and drafting, fit and construction. Her original line of fashion patterns features classic jeans, a cup-sized fitted shirt and a unique tee. Since then she’s added an Easy Fit and Sew Collection of knit garments, Stretch Jeans, Knit Jeans and Happy Pants (non-stretch pants pattern and fit workbook). Her focus is drafting flattering patterns with easy to follow instructions and fitting techniques. She loves to share a wide variety of sewing, serging, fitting and construction techniques via her J Stern Designs

Anita Morris- Sweater Knit Workshop
2025-11-01 09:00 - 17:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
When: November 1, 2025 9:00 – 5:00
Where: Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance (SFAA)
Cost: Members – $120, Non-Member – $150
Last day to register 10/29/2025
Class limited to 20 students
Full refund available until 10/11/2025, after 10/11 refunds only if a replacement is found.
Ready to tackle sweater knits? This special workshop is designed to demystify this beautiful but often intimidating fabric. Join sewing expert Anita Morris for a day focused on mastering the unique challenges of sewing with sweater knits. You’ll leave with a completed top and the confidence to sew with knits on your own. The first half of the class will focus on cutting out the fabric. In the afternoon, Anita will cover sewing and construction tips for sweater knits (sewing machine required).
A light lunch will be provided.
Click here for a lot more information regarding the SweaterKnitWorkshop
Click to registerInstructor Bio:Anita Morris is the founder of the popular DIY Fashion Brand, Anita by Design. She inspires and teaches new beginners all over the world how to master the basics of garment sewing. She’s also a transformational speaker, sharing a message of hope, perseverance, and triumph for those who are living in the midst and aftermath of devastating life trials. She’s the Best Selling Author of “STEP Into It, Overcoming Trials that Lead to Purpose”.
Anita started sewing in the early 90’s. After sewing for about two years, she took a break to raise my family. She returned in 2014 and found a huge sewing community online. She’s been sewing and continuing to build her skills through both videos and books ever since.After a devastating life experience, Anita turned to her sewing machine as a creative outlet. In 2016, she launched the Anita by Design Blog and YouTube Channel. Check it out at – Anita by Design

2026 Sewing in the Pines - Winter Retreat
2026-01-29 00:00 - 2026-02-01 00:00 | Calvin Center, 13550 Woolsey Rd., Hampton, GA, 30228, United States
Escape the ordinary and embrace creativity. Join us for a sewing retreat in the Georgia pines, where you’ll stitch, laugh, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. It’s the perfect blend of relaxation and inspiration.
Dates: Thursday, Jan 29 at 2 PM – Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Location: Calvin Center in Hampton, GA
Pricing:

Single Room: $410 – $75 deposit
Shared Room: $285 – $50 deposit

Final Payments Due: Dec. 15, 2025
Refund Policy: Deposits are non-refundable
Balance due is refundable if canceled by Dec. 15, 2025
Registration Link

Feb.- Pattern Analysis: Things to Know Before You Sew
2026-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
Pattern Analysis – Things to know before you sew
Date: Sunday – 2/15/2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: SEFAA 3420 W. Hospital Ave Suite 103 Chamblee, GA
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Last day for registration: 2/10/2026. Refund Policy: Full Refund until Feb 1, 2026. After Feb 1, partial refund may be granted if a replacement student is available. Refund Cut off Date: Feb 1, 2026
Frustrated by patterns that do not remotely fit? Learn how to critically analyze sewing patterns to determine if they will work for you before cutting into your fabric. How is a new pattern different from one you have already spent time and treasure getting fitted. Often it is simply details. In this class we will cover:
-Taking your measurements
-How much ease do you want in your garment? Determine your preferred ease by measuring the circumference of three or more tops, blouses or jackets that you frequently wear.
-Find out what length is most flattering for you.
-How to tell if the finished garment measurements are similar to your preferred measurements.
-How to use your tried and true patterns as a master pattern or block.
-Changing necklines and contouring.
-Franken patterns to add new desired details to your tried and true pattern.
-How to use a blouse / knit top / jacket block.
-Change the fronts…or the length or the shape of the hemline.
Most importantly, save yourself hours of grief.
Deanne Smith has been a member of ASG Atlanta since 1993. She teaches sewing:
Fitting and patternmaking, Basic sewing – machine proficiency, essential sewing skills and Garment making. She has presented many programs for ASG and has served on the CAB in a variety of positions.

March - Pattern Analysis: Things to Know Before You Sew
2026-03-20 10:30 - 13:30 | Ashby Sewing Machine Co 2255 Old 41 Hwy NW Suite 140 Kennesaw, United States
Pattern Analysis – Things to know before you sew
Date: 3/20/2026 Friday
Time: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Location: Ashby Sewing Machine Co 2255 Old 41 Hwy NW Suite 140 Kennesaw
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Frustrated by patterns that do not remotely fit? Learn how to critically analyze sewing patterns to determine if they will work for you before cutting into your fabric. How is a new pattern different from one you have already spent time and treasure getting fitted. Often it is simply details. In this class we will cover:
-Taking your measurements
-How much ease do you want in your garment? Determine your preferred ease by measuring the circumference of three or more tops, blouses or jackets that you frequently wear.
-Find out what length is most flattering for you.
-How to tell if the finished garment measurements are similar to your preferred measurements.
-How to use your tried and true patterns as a master pattern or block.
-Changing necklines and contouring.
-Franken patterns to add new desired details to your tried and true pattern.
-How to use a blouse / knit top / jacket block.
-Change the fronts…or the length or the shape of the hemline.
Most importantly, save yourself hours of grief.
Deanne Smith has been a member of ASG Atlanta since 1993. She teaches sewing:
Fitting and patternmaking, Basic sewing – machine proficiency, essential sewing skills and Garment making. She has presented many programs for ASG and has served on the CAB in a variety of positions.
Refund Policy: : Full refund allowed if canceled by March 6. After March 6. refund may be allowed if there is someone available to take place in class.Refund Cut-off Date: 3-06-26

April - Pattern Analysis: Things to Know Before You Sew
2026-04-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Temple Kol Emeth 2, 1375 Brookcliff Place, Marietta, United States
Pattern Analysis – Things to know before you sew
Date: 4/12/2026 Sunday
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Temple Kol Emeth near Old Canton Road and Sewell Mill, in the outbuilding at 1375
Brookcliff Place Marietta
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Refund Policy: Full Refund until March 29, 2026. After March 29 partial refund may be granted if a replacement student is available.
Frustrated by patterns that do not remotely fit? Learn how to critically analyze sewing patterns to determine if they will work for you before cutting into your fabric. How is a new pattern different from one you have already spent time and treasure getting fitted. Often it is simply details. In this class we will cover:-Taking your measurements-How much ease do you want in your garment? Determine your preferred ease by measuring the circumference of three or more tops, blouses or jackets that you frequently wear.-Find out what length is most flattering for you.-How to tell if the finished garment measurements are similar to your preferred measurements.-How to use your tried and true patterns as a master pattern or block.-Changing necklines and contouring.-Franken patterns to add new desired details to your tried and true pattern.-How to use a blouse / knit top / jacket block.-Change the fronts…or the length or the shape of the hemline.Most importantly, save yourself hours of grief.
Deanne Smith has been a member of ASG Atlanta since 1993. She teaches sewing:Fitting and patternmaking, Basic sewing – machine proficiency, essential sewing skills and Garment making. She has presented many programs for ASG and has served on the CAB in a variety of positions.

ASG-Atlanta Spring Fling
2026-04-18 10:30 - 14:00 | Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, 30328, United States
We are changing things up based on feedback. There will be time for socializing, learning, sharing, eating and having fun. Come like a sponge, ready to soak information up. Come like a newscaster ready to share the latest happenings. Come like a child released in the playground ready to have fun. Come like a cute little puppy ready to eat a variety of food.
In other words, plan to come to Spring Fling. You will not regret it.
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Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Drive, Atlanta 30328
Saturday April 18, 2026 – 10:30 – 2:00
Member Fee: $12.00 Non-Member Fee::$25.00
Last day for registration:: April 10, 2026
Refund Policy: : Full refund if cancellation by April 9, 2026
No refund after April 9, 2026 Refund Cut-off Date: :April 9, 2026

Community Sew-In - Pencil Cases
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
Community Sew-In – Pencil Cases
Let’s get a head start on the next school year by sewing zipper pencil bags for local students! Join ASG for a Community Sew-In at SEFAA.
Date: May 16, 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: SEFAA 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA,
What to Bring:
We’ll provide supplies for the bags, but feel free to bring any materials you’d like to contribute. These small zipper bags are simple to make and incredibly satisfying to complete.
If you have another community service project you’d like to work on, you’re welcome to bring that as well.
Fees:
This is a free event, but please register in advance to help us manage space and avoid overcrowding.
Registration Link

Kaleidoscope Ecoprinting on Silk and Wool
2026-06-19 10:00 - 16:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
Explore Kaleidoscope Ecoprinting!Join us for a unique workshop focused on multi-colored surface design ecoprinting. Learn to imprint beautiful plant designs from nature and create artistic, multi-colored backgrounds on silk and wool. Elevate your ecoprinting skills with a variety of fun techniques that mimic stained glass patterns or kaleidoscope patterns. Students will learn to enhance natural plant designs and create rich, vibrant backgrounds.
By the end of the day, you’ll take home both a hemmed Habatoi silk scarf and an unhemmed 12oz wt. wool scarf, each ecoprinted in stunning colors, along with the color bundles you used and the knowledge to continue ecoprinting using nature’s resources.
Date: June 19, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Location: SEFFA (3420 W Hospital Ave, Chamblee, GA)
Students should bring:

1 gallon empty water jug to use as a weight. (can be filled at class)
Leaves from their area such as oak, maples, rose, hickory, sumac and interesting weeds. Fun additional plants (usually store bought) are live eucalyptus and flat flowers such as daises. No thick or woody plants or waxy leaves such as camellia or magnolia. Leaves can be fresh, pressed or dry. Dry leaves need to be re-hydrated 30 minutes prior to using them.
Notebook and pen (videos limited)
Apron

Cost:

Member Fee: $65
Non-Member Fee: $90

Click here to Register (this class is on a Friday)
Fee Includes:

1 hemmed silk scarf and 1 wool scarf with unfinished edges,
2 re-usable kit color bundles
use of all equipment, mordants, and pre-dyed color blankets
unique fabrics and templates to create a kaleidoscopeof surface design color in their Ecoprinting
Information and summary sheets

Refund Policy: Fully refundable through 6/5. After 6/5, no refunds given, but your registration can be transferred to someone on the waitlist if available.Refund Cut-off Date: June 5, 2026
Links:

Speaker Information
YouTube Link
Facebook
Instagram

Couture Techniques with Kenneth D. King
2026-07-31 09:00 - 17:00 | SEFAA, 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Suite 103, Chamblee, GA, 30341, United States
Couture Techniques with Kenneth D. King
Date: July 31, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 9 AM – 5 PM
Location: SEFAA 3420 W, Hospital Ave., Chamblee, GA 30341
Registration Closed – Sold Out
Members’ Cost: $135 (includes kit fee)
Refund Policy: Refunds available until July 17. After July 17, refund conditional if slot can be filled from waiting list.
Maximum: 15 students
Event Description
Kenneth D. King is a contributing editor at Threads magazine, a couture fashion designer, author, and popular adjunct instructor at the Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan. He specializes in custom eveningwear, and his designs appear in the permanent collections at several museums, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
When Kenneth D King teaches,he strives for what he calls “repeatable and reliable”. This assortment of techniques is part of that collection, and will delight and educate the students. We will be making samples in this class, instead of a project—so when you’re finished, you don’t have an unfinished project sitting in silent reproach in your workroom.
The techniques include:

Sewing with the bobbin thread
The foolproof invisible zipper
Balanced dart
Single welt pocket
Sewing inside corners to outside corners
Sewing intersecting seams
Sewing piping
Self-faced V-neck with gusset

Kit (included in fee):

a ½ yard wool flannel
½ yard lining (slipper satin or similar fabric, NO BEMBERG)
an invisible zipper
¼ yard silk organza
1 yard 3mm thick rattail cord for piping fill

What to bring:

Sewing machine in good working order
thread
usual sewing supplies
good scissors and rotary cutter
invisible zipper foot (optional)
generic adjustable zipper foot (especially important).
Instructor will have some of these for sale for the Bernina newer machines.

As this is an all-day class, we will provide a simple lunch and some snacks. For special dietary needs, feel free to bring your lunch.

Common Threads Fabric Resale - 2026
2026-08-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Atlanta REALTORS Center, 5784 Lake Forrest Dr, Atlanta, 30328, United States
Common Threads Fabric Resale is our annual fundraising event presenting fabric and other sewing related items for sale to ASG member and the public.
The proceeds are used for community sewing events, including free sewing lessons to the public at select libraries, as well as partially subsidizing class fees for education programs and our biannual events.
Donations are accepted throughout the year from ASG members and the public, offering sewing related items at very reasonable prices. It’s a treasure hunt!
This year’s color is GREEN. If you are able, please prepare your donations like this:

Write the width (inches) and yardage (closest ¼ yard) on a muslin strip tied around the fabric. (be careful the ink doesn’t bleed through!)
Bag small notions with the count, if applicable. We’ll price these.
If you are not able to measure and mark, we will be happy to receive your donations and do the measuring.
We are accepting garment and quilting fabric (NO home dec fabrics or scraps), patterns, notions, books, magazines, hand and machine embroidery notions and other things sewing-related.
Note: Donations for this year’s sale will not be accepted after August 1st.

For Questions Contact: asg.waysandmeans@asgatlanta.org
Date: August 15, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Atlanta Realtors Association – Sandy Springs

Basic Serger Class
2026-08-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Temple Kol Emeth, 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta, GA, 30062, United States
Basic Serger Class

Date: August 29, 2026, Saturday
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Location: Temple Kol Emeth Doc Lebow Center 1375 Brookcliff Place Marietta, Ga 30062 (last house on right on street behind Temple Kol Emeth)
Cost:

$55 members
$75 non-members

Max 12 students
Registration Link
Refund policy: Full refund if cancelled by August 15th. After August 15th, refund may be available if there is a substitute student.
Is your serger still in the box or gathering dust in a corner? A serger can really enhance your sewing by sewing and finishing seams in one pass and adding professional-looking edges on fabrics. But they can be a little intimidating. This class will cover basic serging techniques to get you started on your machine. Learn the basic techniques for serging:

4 thread seams
Finishing 4 thread seams
Switching to 3 thread modes
Edge stitching to finish seams sewn on a conventional machine
Rolled hems
Rounding an outside curve
Serging an outside corner

A prerequisite for taking this class is being able to thread your serger from scratch (with no thread in the serger to start). For those who need help with threading, a remedial threading class will be held at Rita’s house in Roswell on Sat., August 8th ($10 donation). If needed, alternate sessions will be arranged.A fabric kit will be provided. You will need to bring:

Serger with plug and foot pedal
Manual for the serger
4 cones of serger thread in different colors
Extra needles for serger
Screwdriver for changing needles
tweezers
scissors
3 ring binder – you will be getting plastic sleeves to hold stitching samples
Paper, pen and pencil

Teacher: Rita Mantel. Longtime ASG member and current treasurer, Rita owned a sewing machine store for many years and is well-versed in sergers. She has worked with a wide variety of them over the years.

Alpaca Farm Experience and Picnic
2026-09-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Lost Mouintain Alpaca Farm, 1335 Bullard Road, Powder Springs, GA, 30127, United States
Alpaca Farm Experience and Picnic
Join us for a chapter field trip! We have collaborated with the Lost Mountain Alpaca Farm and Kayleigh from Plant and Peck on this joint venture experience. We hope you are excited about this as we are!
Date: Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Lost Mountain Alpaca Farm (1335 Bullard Road Powder Springs, GA 30127) followed by picnic at a private home
Member Fees: $10
Non-Member Fees: $30
Refund Policy: No Refunds after August 12.
Registration Link
Ticket sales close on August 12.We know this is EARLY to close the sales, but we are required to provide the final headcount 1 month prior to the event.
Event Details:

1st hour – Feed and interact with the alpacas, an overview of their care, and a discussion of alpaca fiber from animal to end-use.
2nd hour – Kayleigh from Plant and Peck teaches spinning workshop, use her drop spindles with an option to buy it at the end of the workshop if desired.
Shopping at the farm store: This is a full-sized, climate controlled farm store and is available to guests at the end of tours, events and classes. The store features handcrafted items made from luxurious alpaca fiber (socks, beanies, scarves, blankets, ponchos, hipster hats, hand puppets, dryer balls, figurines & nesting balls) as well as Lost Mountain Alpaca Ranch branded apparel.
Picnic: Depart for a picnic provided by the chapter at a private home (just 10 minutes from the farm) hosted on a large “woodland dining” area as well as a deck table and covered patio seating attached to the house to handle everyone. We regularly seat 20-25 people in the woodland dining area when we host neighborhood parties without adding extra seating.

Regarding mobility concerns: They often host guests with mobility needs, including those using walkers or wheelchairs. The ranch is flat with close parking and easy access to the girls’ herd and main tour areas. The boys’ pasture is farther back on the ranch with uneven ground that may be difficult for wheelchairs in wet conditions. Guests are always welcome to enjoy the girls’ herd, fiber demo, picnic areas, and other farm activities. Please note our on-site composting restroom does have a step and is not wheelchair accessible.
Event capacity: 35 (limited by parking slots at the farm)

Basic Serger Class - September
2026-09-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Temple Kol Emeth, 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta, GA, 30062, United States
Basic Serger Class – September Class

Date: Sept. 17, 2026, Thursday
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Location: Temple Kol Emeth Doc Lebow Center 1375 Brookcliff Place Marietta, Ga 30062 (last house on right on street behind Temple Kol Emeth)
Cost:

$55 members
$75 non-members

Max 12 students
Registration Link
Refund policy: Full refund if cancelled by September 3rd. After September 3rd, refund may be available if there is a substitute student.
Is your serger still in the box or gathering dust in a corner? A serger can really enhance your sewing by sewing and finishing seams in one pass and adding professional-looking edges on fabrics. But they can be a little intimidating. This class will cover basic serging techniques to get you started on your machine. Learn the basic techniques for serging:

4 thread seams
Finishing 4 thread seams
Switching to 3 thread modes
Edge stitching to finish seams sewn on a conventional machine
Rolled hems
Rounding an outside curve
Serging an outside corner

If you cannot thread your machine from scratch, we will contact you to set a time to show you before this class.
A fabric kit will be provided. You will need to bring:

Serger with plug and foot pedal
Manual for the serger
4 cones of serger thread in different colors
Extra needles for serger
Screwdriver for changing needles
tweezers
scissors
3 ring binder – you will be getting plastic sleeves to hold stitching samples
Paper, pen and pencil

Teacher: Rita Mantel. Longtime ASG member and current treasurer, Rita owned a sewing machine store for many years and is well-versed in sergers. She has worked with a wide variety of them over the years.

Late Summer Sewing Retreat - 2026
2026-09-24 15:00 - 2026-09-27 14:00 | Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, 543 Elliott Trail, Mansfield, 30055, United States
Late Summer Sewing Retreat
Get ready for guilt‑free, distraction‑free sewing time. Bring your wildest projects, your half‑finished masterpieces, or that idea you’ve been dying to try — then settle in for hours of creativity, laughter, and good company surrounded by nature. Then join us at the Late Summer Sewing Retreat 2026!
Date: September 24–27, 2026 (Thursday–Sunday)
Location: Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center in Mansfield, GA
Prices:

$260 each for a shared room (2 people) includes 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners ($50 non-refundable deposit)

$360 each for a single room includes 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners($75 non-refundable deposit)

To reserve your spot, we’re accepting deposits only at this time. A final payment link for the remaining balance will be added in early August.
Registration Link
All registrations and final payments are due no later than Friday, Aug. 28, 2026
Contact: asg.retreatcoordinator@asgatlanta.org

ASG Atlanta
2026-11-01 08:00 - 17:00
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