Santa is starting to make many appearances around metro Atlanta. We compiled a partial list of places you will have Santa photo opportunities. Not only can children sit on Santa’s lap, but some places will give pets a chance to have their pictures taken with Santa.
- The Avenue at Forsyth – Santa arrives November 13th! , enjoy free children’s activities, carriage rides, an watch Santa magically light the tree. Every Sat, enjoy complimentary photos with Santa and carriage rides until December 17th.
- Bass Pro Shop – The Winter
Wonderland will have activities and games for the kids and get a free picture with Santa! Santa’s hours vary so check the website for times.
- Cumberland Mall – November 19, 2011 – December 24, 2011
- East Cobb Park – Santa arrives at 7pm as part of the annual lighting of East Cobb Park. The full event starts at 5pm.
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The 34th Annual Alpharetta Christmas Tree Lighting will be held Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 5pm. There will be entertainment for residents of all ages. Activities include caroling, face painting, train rides and strolling elves. Once the tree has been lit, Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive by firetruck. Make sure to bring your camera to get pictures with Santa. The festive event will take place in the Milton Square City Park at Milton Ave and Main Street. Read more about the 2011 Alpharetta Christmas Tree Lighting at www.alpharetta.ga.us. Continue Reading »
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Atlanta private school application deadlines are right around the corner. Attending an open house is an excellent opportunity to tour the school, meet faculty and staff, ask questions and examine the curriculum. Some public schools also offer open houses for prospective students. Below is a list of upcoming open houses by dates (click on the school’s name for more information and application deadlines). If you can’t make it to an open house, you can contact the school to schedule a tour at another time.
We would love to include your school on our list! If there are Continue Reading »
Tags: Alpharetta, Atlanta Private Schools, Atlanta Public Schools, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Dunwoody, east cobb, Inman Park, Johns Creek, Metro Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta, Milton, Morningside, norcross, Oak Grove, Oakhurst, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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My husband and I went to Historic Roswell this weekend and discovered a great art gallery, Taylor Kinzel Gallery. The gallery is located at 16 Elizabeth Way, Roswell, GA 30075.
One of my favorite artists there was Lisa Moore. Stop by this Friday, September 30th from 6:30-9:00 to see “Ovations” new works by Lisa Moore. Meet the artist and see her collection of fresh romantic works of art. There will be wine and tastings provided by Indigo and music by Eric Peterson.
Tags: Alpharetta, Art in Atlanta, Johns Creek, Roswell
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Do you LOVE your neighborhood? Help us spread the word!
Nominate your neighborhood for our Neighborhood of the Week! It’s easy. Each week we will select a different neighborhood to feature in Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Dunwoody, East Cobb, Decatur, Ansley Park, Morningside, Midtown Atlanta, Roswell, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, Virginia Highland, Vinings, Smyrna and North Atlanta.
Drop us a line and tell us all the things that make your neighborhood special. Photos are welcome!
The deadline to enter is 6:00 p.m. Monday. Our winning Neighborhood of the Week will be announced each Friday.
Check out our previous winners of Neighborhood of the Week.
Tags: Alpharetta, Ansley Park, Atlanta Real Estate, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Dunwoody, east cobb, Midtown Atlanta, Morningside, Neighborhood of the Week, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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Enjoy in Johns Creek’s annual outdoor festival fun. The Johns Creek Fall Family Festival will have arts & crafts, carnival games, moonwalks, obstacle course, music and food. Residents of all ages will have fun at the 2011 Johns Creek Fall Family Festival. The festival will take place Saturday, September 10, 2011 from 10am – 3pm at a location to still be announced. Last year’s festival was at Newton Park. Admission is free for all. Click here to find out more about the Johns Creek Fall Family Festival and other Johns Creek events. Continue Reading »
Tags: Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton
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Glen Abbey is a swim/tennis community designed by Jim Cowart, located in the 30022 zip code of Alpharetta, Georgia. Glen Abbey is just minutes from shopping and dining and has easy access to GA 400 from Haynes Bridge (exit 9) and Old Milton Parkway (exit 10). With resort-like amenities, Glen Abbey is the winner of our Neighborhood of the Week!
Here are the top 10 reasons we love Glen Abbey and the Alpharetta area.
- Tennis – Glen Abbey has eleven lighted tennis courts and offers competitive tennis teams with both ALTA and USTA. To help improve tennis skills, residents Continue Reading »
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Metro Atlanta will be filled with fireworks and fun this 4th of July weekend. How will you be celebrating Independence Day? Below is a sample of the many patriotic celebrations Around Metro Atlanta.
Tags: Alpharetta, Ansley Park, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Dunwoody, Inman Park, Johns Creek, Marietta, Midtown Atlanta, Milton, Morningside, Oak Grove, Oakhurst, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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May 12th, 2011 | 5:00pm – 10:00pm | Old Milton Parkway at Wills Park
Over 50 Alpharetta restaurants will come together to share samples from their impressive menus. Samples will include appetizers, entrees and desserts. Admission is free but samples will range from $0.50 – $3.00. In addition to
sampling, there will be demonstrations, inflatables for the children, live entertainment, art exhibits and more.
Park and walk options are available and free park and ride shuttle options will also be available.
For more information on the Taste of Alpharetta you can phone 678.297.600 ext. 1006 or go to www.alpharetta.ga.us. Continue Reading »
Tags: Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton
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White Columns is located in the City of Milton, Fulton County GA 30004. This sought-after community is home to White Columns Country Club which features a golf course, clubhouse with 20,000 sq. ft., a junior Olympic size pool, tennis courts and fitness center are other amenities for your enjoyment. With these impressive amenities, White Columns is the winner of this week’s Neighborhood of the Week.
Here are the top 10 reasons we love White Columns and the Milton/Alpharetta Area. Continue Reading »
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