Looking For Something To Do This Weekend?

The Beluga whales are back on display downtown Atlanta at the Georgia Aquarium!

Maris returns to Atlanta after a brief stay at SeaWorld San Antonio, while the beluga whale habitat was undergoing cleaning and improvements. The 15-year-old female, who was born at the New York Aquarium, is 11 feet long and weighs more than 900 pounds. She will be joined by newcomer Beethoven.  Beethoven was the first successful beluga whale calf born at SeaWorld San Antonio and spent most of his life at Point Defiance Zoo. The 18-year-old male is 13 feet long and weighs more than 1740 pounds.

Experience Roswell’s Soda Salon

I don’t know how many times I have driven by Soda Salon and didn’t realize it!  It’s nestled in next to J. Christopher’s Public House, appropriately blending in with Roswell’s historic architecture.  Upon entering the shop, you’ll see that it’s not your typical salon.  Sure to be greeted with a friendly smile, you’ll be immediately impressed by the salon owners’ ability to successfully maintain the integrity of Historic Roswell.

Services for the salon have five separate pricing levels ranging from $35 to $90 for a cut.  Other services offered by the salon include coloring and highlights, hair extensions, perms, straighteners, waxing, lash extensions and make-up applications.  

Atlanta’s Holiday House 2009

I know it’s hard to imagine the thought of venturing outside of Roswell, especially during the holiday season, but Atlanta’s Holiday House is worth the trip.  The Save A Smile Foundation invites you to experience this 22,000 square-foot French estate, designed and built by custom builder Steve West. It is the largest and most spectacular spec home ever built in Atlanta. An architectural marvel with its European flair and classic, yet livable elegance will showcase Atlanta’s top designers. Atlanta’s Holiday House 2009 is located off of West Paces Ferry at 3410 Ridgewood Road, Atlanta 30327.

Roswell’s Annual Lighting of Historic Town Square

It’s that wonderful time again when family and friends gather to witness the annual lighting of Historic Roswell Town Square.  The celebration begins at 5:15 this Saturday, December 5th.  Luckily, the forecast is calling for sunny skies and highs in the 50’s, perfect weather!

This years celebration includes performances by the Hillside Elementary singers and the River Eves Choir, followed by a special reading of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas with Roswell Mayor Jere Wood.  Right on cue, Santa Claus will also be making a special visit to the Square. Pictures with Santa will be available at a nominal charge. Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa or Starbucks coffee during the festivities.

Several Roswell Restaurants Fared Well

OpenTable.com is the world’s most popular website for making restaurant reservations online.  Through 200,000+ reviews submitted each month, Open Table diners dish on everything from wine lists and service to the view and ambiance.  With this much feedback, Open Table created lots of different Diners’ Choice lists to help you find the perfect restaurant for your occasion.

Here is how some of your favorite Roswell restaurants fared:

Best America Food
#6 Indigo

Best for Lunch
#10 Relish

Best Neighborhood Gems
#7 Sugo – Clocktower Place
#8 Indigo

Best Overall (#9), Best Ambiance (#9), Best Service (#9), Most Romantic (#9)
The Melting Pot

Experience Roswell’s FROOTS Cafe

I guess if my last two posts are any indication, I like to eat!  Visit the relatively new Froots café for a light breakfast, lunch or yummy smoothie.  They also have fresh-squeezed juices in orange, carrot, grapefruit.  Delicious shakes are on the menu as well as wheatgrass shots, always a must-try.  My favorite smoothie so far, is the Screaming Bull, made from strawberries, pineapples, strawberry-kiwi juice and orange sherbet.  A full can of Red Bull is added so you can have ‘wings’.   My friend got the Berry Bopper.  Fat-free vanilla yogurt mixed with blueberries, raspberries, strawberry-kiwi juice.  She shared a small taste and it’s really good!   

Time Again for Roswell’s Premiere Ice Cream Event

It’s that time again and I am SO glad!  Miss Mary’s Ice Cream Crankin’ event is this Sunday, August 30th.  With over 170 different flavors and only 2 hours, I’ll definitely be making the best of it!

All the ice cream is hand cranked by volunteers.  For $5, you can eat all the ice cream you can handle!  In addition, there will be snow cones and popcorn available.  There will be entertainment too; an ice cream eating contest and an ice cream stacking competition as well as music.  The festivities take place on Roswell Square and begin at 2:00 until 4:00.

Party Like It’s 1899!

If you’re looking for something different to do this weekend, join A Southern Trilogy in Roswell for the first annual “Trilogy Trolley Crawl” taking place tomorrow on Saturday, August 22 from 7 p.m.-11:30 p.m.  The event will take place on the grounds of three of Roswell’s historic homes – Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation.  Trolleys will transport guests between the sites. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door and include three drink tickets and three sampler plate tickets.  Advanced tickets can be purchased at the Chandlery and the Roswell Visitors Center.  Parking is available at each site. 

Hey Roswell, Enjoy a FREE Day at the Zoo!

Zoo Atlanta invites Fulton County residents to enjoy a visit to the Zoo for free!  Present your ID and enjoy free admission for up to one adult and three children.  Free admission is only valid on Saturday, August 8th and Sunday August 9th, 2009. 

Arrive early and travel on MARTA to beat the crowds and traffic.  Zoo hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family and have fun!

Roswell’s 10th Annual Fireworks Celebration

Roswell celebrates the Nation’s Independence Day with entertainment and an incredible fireworks display. This year’s July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza will take place at Roswell High School, located off of Holcomb Bridge and King Roads.

Entertainment includes the following performances:

 

5:30     3 Way Street
6:30     Back Trax 
7:30     Banks & Shane

Popular local radio personality Moby will emcee the event and there will be activities for the children.  Once the sun goes down, the fireworks display begins!  Bring your chairs, blankets and picnics for an old fashion family outing. Concessions will also be available.

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