Now that Christmas is over and you start to take the decorations down, you may think to yourself, “What am I going to do with this tree?” Instead of placing the tree on the curb (which will eventually end up in a landfill), bring it to one of the several “Bring One for the Chipper” tree recycling events. This annual Georgia Christmas tree recycling program has recycled almost Continue Reading »
Bring One for the Chipper
2011 Photos with Santa Around Metro Atlanta
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.
- Lenox Square Mall – Santa arrives Continue Reading »
2011 Holiday Celebration in East Cobb Park
The annual Holiday Celebration in East Cobb Park will be another festive time in 2011. Come out to see the holiday lights and listen to holiday tunes. The event starts at 5:30pm on December 6, 2011. The lighting of the 40 ft tall tree will be at 7pm followed immediately by the highly anticipated arrival of Santa Claus! Bring your camera if you would like a picture taken with Santa. East Cobb Park is located at Continue Reading »
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 »
Windfaire in Roswell – Neighborhood of the Week
Windfaire offers 38 estate-sized wooded home sites in the highly desirable Roswell, Georgia 30076 zip code. Conveniently located just two miles east of GA 400, off Holcomb Bridge Road, Windfaire offers beautiful luxury homes on large lots from one of Atlanta’s best builders, Peachtree Residential Properties. Homesites are available to custom build or choose an existing home. Windfaire is the winner of this week’s Neighborhood of the Week.
Here are the top 10 reasons we love Windfaire and the Roswell area. 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.
Atlanta Neighborhood of the Week Contest
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.
Roswell Arts Festival 2011
The weekend of September 17 and 18, 2011, the Roswell Town Square will become an outdoor art gallery. Creative works will be on hand from artists around the county. Along with art, there will be live entertainment and a kids activities area.
The 45th Roswell Arts Festival will be held rain or shine. Parking is limited, however, there will be shuttle rides from City Hall at 38 Hill Street in Roswell. Proceeds of the 2011 Roswell Art Festival will go to support the Roswell Recreation and Parks Department. Find out more at www.roswellartsfestival.com. Continue Reading »
Brookfield Country Club in Roswell – Neighborhood of the Week
Brookfield Country Club is located in North Roswell in zip code 30075. Created in the 1970s, Brookfield Country Club homes consist of original ranch style homes, two story traditional homes as well as new construction homes.
Located off Mountain Park Road and Hardscrabble Road, just North of Woodstock Road, Brookfield Country Club gives residents easy access Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton and Woodstock. Map of Brookfield Country Club. Brookfield Country Club is the winner of this week’s Neighborhood of the Week
Flying Colors Butterfly Festival 2011
Get ready to see butterflies everywhere!! At the Chattahoochee Nature Center Flying Colors Butterfly Festival, you will have the chance to one of several butterfly releases. There will also be a butterfly and caterpillar costume parade, butterfly kites, face painting, and arts and crafts! If you get hungry, Barberitos – A Southwestern Grill along with Brusters, will have eats for sale. Tickets for the Continue Reading »
* All information believed accurate but is not warranted. All rights reserved.
Featured Listings
- 60 Beverly Road
- 3805 Beechwood Drive
- 13115 Overlook Pass
- 3385 Valley Road
- 2112 Kinsmon Drive
- 1418 Mile Post Drive
- 4261 Quail Ridge Way
- 635 River Valley Road
Atlanta Neighborhoods
- Brookhaven
- Buckhead
- Chastain Park
- Decatur & Druid Hills
- Dunwoody
- East Cobb & Marietta
- Midtown Atlanta
- Morningside & Ansley Park
- Roswell & Alpharetta
- Sandy Springs
- Vinings & Smyrna
- Virginia Highland
