The Atlanta Beltline, one of the largest urban development projects in the United States, has successfully connected Atlanta communities through recreation, art expression and commerce across 22 miles of urban trails. The BeltLine's success has spawned numerous urban renewal projects in Atlanta, such as the Krog Street Market, Lee and White and some specifically on The BeltLine, like Ponce City[...]
Founder Bill Jones with the Southeastern Trust for Parks and Land (STPAL) joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to talk about the organization’s mission, community involvement and the upcoming anniversary event. Jones joins Carol Morgan on the Around Atlanta segment. A 10-year venture for Jones, the Southeastern Trust for Parks and Land is a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Atlanta. The organization’s original[...]
Rene Iverson, president of Little Creek Farm Conservancy, joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss the journey of becoming a 501(c)(3) organization, upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. Iverson joins hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick for the Around Atlanta segment. Married for 28 years with three college-aged kids, four cats and one dog, Iverson knows a thing or[...]
The dog days of summer will be here soon, so what better way to see Georgia's breathtaking naturescapes than by exploring its many parks and scenic mountain trails? From green spaces and puppy playgrounds to mountain hikes and waterfalls, SR Homes communities are convenient, if not a short drive, to plenty of popular destinations, outdoor activities and parks to explore[...]
Executive Director of Park Pride Michael Halicki is in the studio for today’s episode of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Joined by co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick, the group discusses various efforts by Park Pride to keep Atlanta beautiful through enhancing its hundreds of parks and greenspaces on this Around Atlanta segment of Radio. Halicki worked with several environmental organizations[...]
Director of Park Visioning at Park Pride Andrew White is in studio for today’s episode of Atlanta Real Estate Radio. Co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick welcome White on this segment of Around Atlanta Radio to discuss the Park Pride initiative, past and ongoing projects and ways to help the community. White is a registered landscape architect who moved to Georgia[...]
On December 29, former Atlanta mayor Kasim Reed announced plans for a $100 million expansion of Piedmont Park and the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. The City of Atlanta signed letters of intent with two property owners at the intersection of Piedmont Avenue and Monroe Drive. The city's intent is to "create an enhanced landscape that will serve as a gateway entrance to Piedmont[...]
Families, friends and loved ones get ready for the best Easter Egg hunts of all time. Celebrate Easter in Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites with fun activities for all ages. Large families can take advantage of picnic shelters for an all day affair at these wonderful State Parks. Families interested in celebrating Easter throughout the month should take a look[...]
Pack those picnic baskets and get out your blankets because August is National Picnic Month! For many residents of Brock Built's Atlanta new home communities, finding the perfect place to have a picnic is as simple as walking outside your front door. In fact, a majority of our communities either have dedicated greenspaces or have an amenities package that includes picnic[...]
During the fall season, the North Georgia Mountains offer a nice retreat for Atlantans who are looking for an escape from the city or a weekend getaway. It is a beautiful drive and you can look for beautiful mountain real estate while you are out and about. Getting outdoors to enjoy beautiful autumn days filled with songs around the campfire, deliciously[...]