By Laura Turner Seydel Everyone knows I’m passionate about the environment. One of the main reasons for that is that I spent a great deal of time in my childhood outside. Being outdoors, actually seeing how each and every part of our natural systems work, is so vital to understanding and appreciating Mother Nature. And […]
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Water Solutions: Rainwater harvesting for homes and business
The Regional Business Coalition of Metropolitan Atlanta (RBC) and the Southeast Rainwater Harvesting Systems Association (SERHSA) have kicked off a region-wide initiative to encourage homeowners and businesses in Metro Atlanta to install rainwater-harvesting systems as an effective water conservation measure. Studies by the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District indicate that over the next 20 […]
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In Bloom: Southeastern Flower Show is March 15-17
The Southeastern Horticultural Society will host the 2013 Southeastern Flower Show at Cobb Galleria Centre March 15-17. The 25th anniversary event features the theme “What’s Old is New Again.” Along with plenty of beautiful flowers there will also fine antiques, guest speakers, flower arranging demos, cooking demonstrations and kids activities. There will also be garden-related […]
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Wild & Scenic Film Festival returns March 3
The 6th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival returns to Atlanta on Sunday, March 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Landmark Midtown Art Cinema. The event is presented by Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, Georgia River Network and Georgia ForestWatch. Films from the three-hour program (with a 20-minute intermission) offer something for everyone. Highlights include Carbon for […]
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More, more, more: Luxury home market shows strong signs of recovery
By Kathy Lynn Dean The real estate market in Atlanta is showing strong signs of recovery, and it’s especially apparent among luxury homes. Real estate professionals have seen the number of sales trending up and prices holding steady. In fact, many reported that the only thing that’s dipping is inventory. Sales of Intown single-family homes […]
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Imperial Hotel gets another new lease on life
By Collin Kelley Editor Downtown’s 102-year-old Imperial Hotel is getting yet another new lease on life thanks to Columbia Residential and National Church Residences. Renovation and construction has begun and the facility will re-open in late 2013 as a state of the art permanent supportive housing facility. The renovation is expected to achieve LEED Gold […]
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Green Insider: Stopping violence against women & Mother Earth
By Laura Turner Seydel Stopping the Violence Against Women, Girls & Mother Earth This Valentine’s Day, join me and thousands of your fellow Atlantans to strike, dance and rise up against violence against girls, women and the planet and make our home a rape and violence free zone. V-Day (vday.org) is a non-profit that is […]
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Arbor Day proposes a greener future
By Kathryn A. Evans Atlanta Tree Commission Arbor Day is set aside for schools, civic clubs, and communities to reflect on the importance of trees in their communities. The first Georgia Arbor Day was observed in December 1890, and in 1941, the Georgia General Assembly set aside the third Friday in February as our state Arbor […]
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Perspectives in Architecture: Celebrating Design Excellence
By Melody Harclerode Despite an improving economy, many architectural firms face a soft demand for their services due to cutbacks in private and public spending for new and renovation projects. To compete for some fewer projects, companies are often pressured to lower their design fees. Thankfully, many architectural firms continue to create high-quality work reflecting […]
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Decatur Old House Fair is Feb. 2
The Decatur Old House Fair returns on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Decatur Courtyard Marriott Conference Center. The event is an all-day showcase of seminars, exhibitors, and hands-on-workshops for old-house owners. Seminars will include waterproofing basements, fireplace restoration, tree care, and tax incentive programs for historic houses. There will also be […]