On Sept. 16, members of the Atlanta real estate and development community gathered as ULI Atlanta hosted its 16th Annual Development of Excellence Awards Dinner. The event recognizes exceptional real estate developments and individuals across our region. Former Mayor of Atlanta, Shirley Franklin took the Dan Sweat Community Leadership Award. The award honors a visionary from the non-profit or public sector[...]
Fall is the perfect time to begin new family traditions. There isn’t a better way to bond with friends and family than to get outdoors in the crisp, cool air and beautiful fall colors. That’s why fall festivals and venues, such as Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze, are must-visit locations this season. Located off U.S. Highway 4525 in Dawsonville, Uncle Shuck’s is[...]
Atlanta residents, it’s time to pull those elastic waistband pants out of the closet: the 9th Annual Taste of Atlanta is just around the corner. This year’s 10-block food festival, located in the heart of Midtown, will take place Saturday, Oct. 23 and Sunday, Oct. 24 at Technology Square. Attendees are sure to find something to indulge in with more[...]
BuilderBooks will kick off Free Book Friday this Friday by giving away copies of Carol Flammer's book, "Social Media for Home Builders: It's Easier Than You Think." The BuilderBooks program will offer multiple free book giveaways. To participate, make sure you are following BuilderBooks on Twitter. Beginning this Friday, September 10 at 2:00 p.m. (eastern time) the first giveaway book[...]
Captain Planet, the world’s first and only eco-superhero, turns 20 this year! It is hard to believe, especially since I can remember his birthday back in 1990. I was working in the PR department at the Atlanta Botanical Garden when he was born/ launched/ inked. Anyway, in honor of Captain Planet Day, which is Sept. 15, the green super hero[...]
Ansel Adams: A Legacy will open at the Booth Western Art Museum on Saturday, September 25, 2010, This exhibition will feature more than 100 original photographs spanning the career of Ansel Adams. This represents the largest temporary exhibition ever held at the Museum as it will occupy two exhibit halls! Pictured: Winter Sunrise, the Sierra Nevada from Lone Pine, California, 1944,[...]
Relaxing out in the wide open spaces, cool breeze and beauty of nature with friends and family is the perfect way to unplug. That’s why the Georgia Department of Natural Resources State Parks & Historic Sites along with the Coca-Cola Company is sponsoring a free day in the parks on Saturday, Sept. 25 as part of National Public Lands Day.[...]
Got a craving for some barbecue? Then save the date for The Atlanta BBQ Festival. The big pig-out takes place on Saturday, October 2 from noon - 8 p.m. at Atlantic Station's special event area at 20th Street and Fowler. You can sample a number of different cooking styles and sauces when 50 teams compete at the Atlanta Bar-B-Q Festival. Both[...]
It's fall, the kids are back in school and festivals are everywhere. If you are looking for something to do, make sure to check our Atlanta events section before you make your weekend plans. The 43rd Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival is coming soon. A popular family oriented festival held in downtown Dawsonville, Ga. the weekend of Oct. 23 - 24[...]
Light beer, dark beer, pale ale. Bottoms up! If you like to taste beer, here is your chance. The 7th Annual German Bierfest takes place this Saturday, August 28 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Atlanta's Woodruff Park . The German Bierfest is a family friendly event. And to keep everyone safe, both children and designated drivers are welcome to attend[...]