by Jennifer Carter
on 09. Jun, 2010
in Explore Communities, canton, roswell, woodstock
You’re now just one cocktail or cup of coffee away from some of the best local sounds around. North-metro restaurants, pubs, and coffeehouses are becoming quite the touchtone for music lovers who would just as soon relax on a patio with a beer and a band than make the trek towards the big ATL crowds. [...]
by Jennifer Carter
on 26. May, 2010
in woodstock
In this age when it’s become obvious that “word of mouth” is still king, but “word of mouth on Facebook, Twitter, and blogs” now reigns supreme, I’m grateful that my town is one that’s looking toward the future. From starting open dialogs with their fans on Facebook to “tweeting” about upcoming events and sales, downtown [...]
by Brad Nix
on 05. May, 2010
in woodstock
John Wieland Homes will be finishing the Woodstock Downtown community left half-complete when the original developer/builder, Hedgewood, had to close it’s operation due to the market collapse. First Cherokee State Bank (FCSB) owns the remaining lots and will be a critical partner as the new construction begins. As the initial lender for the acquisition and [...]
by Brad Nix
on 03. May, 2010
in woodstock
Maxsell Real Estate is giving away free balloons for the kids and free beer for the adults (see below for Free Beer details). Spend the first Friday of every month in Olde Towne Woodstock and enjoy the many restaurants and stores that the area has to offer as the Downtown Merchants stay open late, 5pm-9pm [...]
by Brad Nix
on 03. May, 2010
in woodstock
outstanding customer service is a surprise bonus! I recently needed my air conditioner repaired, it was a hot early spring here in North Atlanta. I was referred to My Mechanic Joe from a friend of mine (isn’t word of mouth always the best place to find trusted referrals?). I was hoping for a good mechanic [...]
by Brad Nix
on 22. Apr, 2010
in woodstock
According to the AJC, City of Woodstock residents “pay double what their Cherokee County neighbors pay in water and sewer fees because of rising prices, falling city revenue and new expenses.” Why? “Costs are high because the city buys water from the Cherokee and Cobb county systems, which together raised rates a total of three [...]
by Jennifer Carter
on 19. Apr, 2010
in woodstock
Sean Mullins sings to fans at last year’s Woodstock Concert Series. The Woodstock Concert Series begins its thirteenth year with a stellar lineup of musical acts, including Sister Hazel with opener Memory Dean on May 8th. The free concerts in the downtown City Park showcase both locally and nationally-recognized bands and include a healthy variety [...]
by Jennifer Carter
on 01. Apr, 2010
in woodstock
Go Be Free on Main Street Here’s the scenario: There are short-sleeves, little umbrella drinks, and flip-flops in your very near future. So why spend your Saturdays trapped in a stuffy, enclosed mall when you can be free with the sun on your face, strolling through shop doors propped open to let in the spring [...]
by Jennifer Carter
on 17. Mar, 2010
in woodstock
What’s A Man To Do? Plenty! I can write about girly things to do in Cherokee County ad nauseum (and I probably will at some point.) But what of our men? When they’re let loose from their weekly toils, what local manly pursuits await? I was curious about this very thing, so I asked my [...]
by Jennifer Carter
on 09. Mar, 2010
in woodstock
This place has a southern literature section called “Moonlight and Magnolias.” This is the first in a series of posts that give me creative freedom to do the thing I love most in the world: Leave the house. Each week, I will hit the road with my camera to capture the places you can enjoy [...]