The history of Buckhead in Atlanta – Part 4

July 29th, 2010

Front Door in Atlanta's Druid Hills Historic District

In 1837 Henry Irby’s General Store and Tavern was founded. Buckheads roots can be traced back that far. Irby’s tavern was a stop for rich and poor alike in the sparsely populated wilderness. As the community grew it took on the name Irbyville.

It was said that Irby killed a deer and mounted it where it could be seen by travelers. Was this a joke for the English who mounted animal heads upon their walls or was it to make an

New Home Builders In Atlanta Are Ready To Build Your New Custom Home

July 25th, 2010
atlanta in a double frame

When it comes time to build your new custom home, you will not have a problem finding new home builders in Atlanta. This large city of 4 million people is progressive and rapidly expanding – meaning that new homes and communities are being built all of the time. This constant building of great homes is making the Atlanta region one of the top places to live in America. The climate of Atlanta is also moderate and it does not get

Atlanta Microdermabrasion – Everything You Ever Wanted For Your Skin

July 21st, 2010
paramore in atlanta. warped tour 2007.

In Atlanta, microdermabrasion is a very popular procedure that both men and women use to keep their skin looking young and fresh. This is why there are several skin treatment centers in the city that offer their own take on the popular Atlanta microdermabrasion treatments.

Atlanta microdermabrasion is used mainly to eliminate or at least minimize the visible signs of skin aging such as age spots, lines, and wrinkles. Atlanta microdermabrasion is also effective as an acne prevention and

Online Booking of Atlanta Hotels – Pick is Your!

July 19th, 2010
Atlanta

 

Holidays in Atlanta will be a great time to enjoy by making your stay in one of its hotels. Atlanta city is located in the northern half of Georgia known as the Piedmont. Surrounded by ragged hills and flat coastal plain, Atlanta looks charming because of its beautiful natural ambiance.

 

Despite being the economic and cultural centre of the southern United States, Atlanta is also the most attractive tourist place which offers a unique blend of modernity and civilization.

 

The various

How to Find and Choose Atlanta Real Estate

July 15th, 2010
Sex Object Cow, Cowparade, Atlanta, Georgia

Knowing how to find Atlanta real estate will give you a head start over other home-hunters in Atlanta, and there are certain steps you can take to make the process easier. These apply no matter where you are seeking a home, and they will certainly help you in Atlanta where homes come in all shapes, sizes and prices.

Following the undernoted tips will enable you to bypass many of the pitfalls involved in purchasing a home, whether

Atlanta Web Design at your Service

July 15th, 2010
Atlanta Skyline

We live in the century of speed and technology Everything is done with the help of machines these days and all important systems are computerized (banks, public institutions, everything). But computers brake down and they need fixing. This is how another business became necessary: computer repair. Of course, in addition to the hardware industry, the software evolved as well. But, it doesn’t stop here. The Internet gave birth to endless possibilities of development. From web design to online advertising

A guide to using the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) – Part 3

June 28th, 2010
toes for Atlanta

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, more commonly referred to as the MARTA, is the city of Atlanta’s rapid transit system. Constructed in 1971 as a bus system, over the years the MARTA has expanded to include a rail system as well. The rail system is comprised of approximately 48 miles of track with 38 train stations. Reaching Fulton and DeKalb counties, the MARTA is the 9th largest transit system in the United States. The MARTA also offers limited bus

The top universities in Atlanta – Part 1

June 24th, 2010
concrete monster ribbs, atlanta

Atlanta is a city known for many things such as one of the world’s busiest airports, the Atlanta Braves, and Coca-Cola, to name a few. What you may not realize is that Atlanta also is the home of several top-tiered universities. Several of these schools are briefly highlighted below.

GEORGIA TECH

Georgia Tech is located in the heart of the city, and it is known for its strong engineering programs. In fact, “US News and World Report’s 2009

Atlanta Schools’ “Wellness” Workshops Project

June 16th, 2010
Henry Moore at the Atlanta Botanical Garden

Atlanta Schools’ “Wellness” Workshops Promote Nutrition and Physical Education

When Atlanta Schools opened at the end of August, a new project was initiated. The “Wellness” Workshop Project kicked off the school year with a workshop that included Olympic gold medalist Gail Devers, author Yvonne Butler, 300 students from the Atlanta School District, faculty members, and community leaders. This was the first ever Atlanta Schools’ “wellness” workshop. Atlanta Schools’ Margaret Fain Elementary School’s Wings of Eagles dance troupe performed to

Things to do with children at Stone Mountain Park in Atlanta – Part 8

June 15th, 2010
Atlanta Hyatt Lobby

Just seeing the massive volume of Stone Mountain is worth the visit, and the famous Laser Shows are truly awesome but that’s not all. There are more things to do with children at Stone Mountain Park than you can do in one day. Actually, there’s so much to see and do, you’ll need the whole weekend to complete the following list.

RIDES AT STONE MOUNTAIN PARK

*Summit Skyride

It may only last for three minutes but it’s Stone Mountain’s top attraction. Get an