Heatherland Homes is hosting a Memorial Day Promotion that honors our local Heroes. Retired and active military, teachers, first responders and medical professionals are all eligible for the outdoor or design package when they sign a contract on a Heatherland home by the end of May. The veteran-run company has a history of emphasizing local heroes, starting with its Heatherland Heroes[...]
Memorial Day is celebrated across the country in a variety of ways. Atlanta families spend the long weekend in the backyard barbecuing, enjoying the water and attending the several festivals taking place around town. To many, this weekend marks the beginning of summer, but Memorial Day weekend holds a much deeper meaning. Memorial Day was officially recognized as a federal holiday[...]
Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of many people’s summer. School is out. The weather is warmer, and summer vacations are getting close. To enjoy the start of your fun-filled summer, join Stone Mountain Park for their Memorial Day weekend event starting Friday, May 27, as they celebrate our service men and women and their families. The weekend here will be[...]
What better way to start off your summer than to go to Calloway Gardens for its Memorial Day Weekend Festival featuring the 57th Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament® Presented by GM Marine Engine Technology. On Friday, May 27, the weekend festival will kick off at 7:30 a.m. at Robin Lake Beach with plenty to do. There will be live[...]
While most people enjoy the long Memorial Day weekend because they have a Monday off of work or they view it as the unofficial start of summer, it’s important to remember the reason we celebrate this day. Memorial Day is an opportunity for everyone to honor those who have served or given their life for our country’s freedom, as well[...]