2011/2012 Open Houses at Metro Atlanta Schools

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 »

Art Show in Historic Roswell

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.

2011 Johns Creek Fall Family Festival

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 »

Glen Abbey in Alpharetta – Neighborhood of the Week

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.

  1. TennisGlen Abbey has eleven lighted tennis courts and offers competitive tennis teams with both ALTA and USTA. To help improve tennis skills, residents Continue Reading »

4th of July Events Around Metro Atlanta

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.

Taste of Alpharetta

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 »

Alpharetta Arts Streetfest

Alpharetta’s Historic District will be filled with art, live music and food April 16 – 17 for the 2011 Alpharetta Arts Streetfest. The downtown streets will be closed off allowing festival goers to view original artwork showcased by up to100 Artists from around the US. Want to bring the kids? Continue Reading »

9th Annual Alpharetta Children’s Festival

Saturday, March 26, 2011 | 11am – 3:30pm

Bring your friends and family to the Alpharetta Community Center lawn for pony rides, petting zoo, arts and crafts, train rides, inflatables, magic shows, puppet shows, performances by local dance and singing groups and storytelling. Parking and admission are Continue Reading »

3rd Annual Shamrockin’ For a Cure

The 3rd annual benefit for The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Shamrockin’ For a Cure, will be Saturday, March 12, 2011. The Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in Alpharetta will be filled with live music, dancing, food, drinks and a ton of fun. Kick your heels up to the 80′s band ‘The Breakfast Club’ and eat food by Continue Reading »

Finally! Help with Atlanta Property Tax Appeals

Campbell & Brannon, LLC, a successful Atlanta real estate closing firm, has just announced a new service for Atlanta home owners for 2011, Campbell & Brannon Tax Services, LLC. This new division of Campbell & Brannon will handle the property tax appeal from start to finish including consultation, gathering appeal data, filing the appeal, appearing before the Board of Equalization, Arbitration Panel and/or Supreme Court. Campbell & Brannon Tax Services can assist homeowners in DeKalb County, Fulton County, Cobb County, City of Atlanta, City of Decatur as well as other cities and counties in the Metro Atlanta area. Continue Reading »

* All information believed accurate but is not warranted. All rights reserved.