Did you buy a home in the Atlanta area in 2011?
If you purchased your home last year and have not already done so, remember to file for a Homestead Exemption. This can save you thousands of dollars in property taxes!
While some states provide this exemption automatically, in Georgia a homestead exemption must be applied for. Depending on the county, this can be done online, by fax, by mail or in person. You only have to apply for the exemption once. The exemption remains as long as you reside in the home as your primary residence.
Click here for Homestead Exemption application deadline dates listed by county along with a link for a Homestead Exemption application. It is important to file your application on time as applications received after the deadline will be processed the following year.
The Manor Golf & Country Club is an exclusive private gated golf community located in the 30004 zip code of Alpharetta, Georgia. Amenities at The Manor Golf & Country Club include a 32,000 Square Foot Clubhouse, award winning 18-hole golf course designed by Tom Watson, State-of-the-art Fitness Center, two Jr. Olympic Swimming Pools, twenty one professionally groomed Tennis Courts, and custom homes on one+ acre lots. The Manor Golf & Country Club residents can enjoy endless activities without leaving the neighborhood. The Manor Golf & Country Club is the winner of our 
Make plans now to ring in the New Year in 2012 in Metro Atlanta! Here is a list of metro Atlanta events happening during the day and night on December 31st.
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.
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.
Gingerbread cookie decorating, letters to Santa, holiday music and holiday crafts. Where can children have fun with these great holiday activities? At Johns Creek annual event, Breakfast with Santa! Saturday, December 10, 2011, the Newton Park Community Clubhouse will be filled with holiday cheer. The event is open only to John Creek residents and all children must be pre-registered. Registration is from 
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 
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 
My husband and I went to Historic Roswell this weekend and discovered a great art gallery, 
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 
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!
