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JANUARY-Month To Month Around Town In North
Atlanta & Surrounding Cities
JANUARY
December Through January
Ice Skating in Centennial Olympic Park
Atlanta’s only outdoor ice skating rink at Centennial Olympic Park is an annual holiday tradition. Visitors enjoy covered observation seating, theatrical lighting on the real ice and holiday music. Admission and skate rental.
Centennial Park Website for more information.
January
Special Olympics Georgia Winter Indoor Games
Athletes in this annual event compete in various sports, from floor hockey and basketball to bowling and powerlifting.
Special Olympics GA Website
January
Winter Storytelling Festival
Come in from the cold and enjoy a few heart-warming tales as entertainers explore this age-old form of sharing cultures and history through Storytelling.
Kennesaw State University Web Site
January mid month
Martin Luther King, Jr. Week
A week of events celebrating the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. kicks off in January with a meeting. The celebration culminates, MLK Day, with a march and rally beginning at 1 p.m. and a breakfast/brunch. Visit Martin Luther King March for more information.
January
Snow Mountain at Stone Mountain Park
Opening December 26 and weekends through March 7, Snow Mountain is Atlanta’s only snow park. A 400’ tubing hill and a SnowZone filled of activities make your snow-filled experience complete. And Little Angels is the perfect spot for your smallest snow bunnies.
Visit Stone Mountain Park Website for more information.
Annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) continues its tradition of great storytelling through cinematic masterpieces, presented in January. As the largest film festival in Atlanta, movie-goers have the opportunity to view the featured films at Atlanta-area locations. Visit website for more information.
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Website
January
Annual WeatherFest
Annual WeatherFest - Free of Charge and Open to All!
Teachers, students, families! Mark your calendar for the American Meteorological Society’s Annual WeatherFest, a cool, super-size science fair to teach you all about the weather, climate and related fields.
What is WeatherFest? - WeatherFest is an interactive four-hour science and weather fair designed to instill a love for math and science in children of all ages and to spark a young person’s interest in this area so they may consider a career in these and other science and engineering fields. WeatherFest is for everyone. They’ll have nearly 60 cool and interactive science exhibits including hands-on experiments, educational information, career guides and much more.
Visit Weatherfest Web Site Info
January
Atlanta Winter Bridal Show
The Winter Atlanta Bridal Show, Unlike the traditional bridal show that only includes exhibits, door prizes and a fashion show, The Atlanta Bridal Show offers more. Attendees are able to attend seminars on the wedding planning experience. Topics include Wedding Insurance & Budgeting, Honeymoon Travel & Getting The Best Deals, Selecting Affordable (And Reusable) Bridesmaids’ Gowns, and more.
Atlanta Winter Bridal Show Website
January or February
Southeastern Flower Show
Look to showcased experts for inspiration and advice on landscaping, flower arranging, conservation and more at this regional gardening and floral expo at the Georgia World Congress Center. Flower Show Website
January
Community Donation of Coats and Blankets
United Way Web Site
January
Recycle your Christmas Tree
Bring One For The Chipper!
Keep Georgia Beautiful Website
January
Atlanta Boat Show
Atlanta Boat Show Website
DECEMBER -Month To Month Around Town In North
Atlanta & Surrounding Cities
December
Alpharetta Tree Lighting Ceremony
All the magic of Christmas glistens at the annual lighting of the City of Alpharetta’s live spruce with 10,000 white lights. Live holiday music with James Casto, children’s music and dance performances, and the reading of a Christmas classic with Mayor Arthur Letchas and his wife Sally. A “TOP 20” event by Southeast Tourism Society!
Late December
1st Day Of Winter
December
Atlanta Ballet Nutcracker
The Atlanta Ballet will produce and perform this annual holiday classic during the Christmas Season.
Fox Theatre
December
Chanukah Begins At Sundown
December
Children's Healthcare Christmas Parade
Giant balloons and favorite cartoon character inflatables make their way down Atlanta streets in the annual Christmas parade sponsored by the hospital.
More Information
December 25th
Christmas
December
Ice Skating At Centennial Olympic Park
This activity is great for children of all ages.
Centennial Olympic Park
December 31st
Chick-fil-A Bowl
The annual college bowl game, held the week between Christmas and New Year's, is preceded by a parade with balloons and floats as well as cheerleaders, mascots and marching bands from the participating universities. The parade takes place downtown, and the game is played at the Georgia Dome. Chick-Fil-A-Bowl
December 31st
Peach Drop
Atlanta's answer to New Year's Eve in Times Square. Thousands brave the (relative) cold to crowd into and around Underground Atlanta for an evening of live music and other performances. An 800-pound lighted peach rings in the new year at midnight. Peach Drop
December
North Georgia's Santa Claus And More December Events
December
Macy's Pink Pig
Celebrate the season with a traditional Atlanta landmark and ride on this pink oinker under the Pink Pig tent at Lenox Mall. Proceeds are given to various non-profit orgainizations.
Macy's Pink Pig
December
HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT
Cumberland Mall. Atlanta. Traditional holiday melodies performed by area schools, choral groups and churches. Call 770-435-2206 or visit Cumberland Mall for information.
December
Magical Nights Of Lights
Drive Through the Park and view thousands of light displays, with the road ending at the Holiday Village for hot chocolate and Christmas crafts. Lake Lanier.
Lake Lanier Islands Web Site
December
COBB SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT
The Dozier Centre for the Performing Arts. Kennesaw. 3pm. Admission $15-$35. Enjoy holiday favorites. Call 770-429-7016 or visit Cobb Symphony for information.
December
Historic MARIETTA Events
Historic Marietta. Call the Marietta Welcome Center for ticket information at 770-426-1115 or visit Marietta Square
December
FESTIVAL OF TREES
Atlanta History Center. Mon.-Sat. 10am-5:30pm; Sun. 12-5:30pm. $15 Adults; $12 Seniors 65 and up and students 13 and up. $10 children ages 4-12, members & children under 3 are Free. New to the Atlanta History Center this year! More than 60 designer trees and wreaths will be on display and for sale. Shop early at the on-site holiday gift shop. Call 404-814-4000 or visit Atlanta History Center for information.
December
HOMESCHOOL DAY
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-2pm. Children of all ages who are homeschooled can explore the Museum’s exhibits for a special rate. Call 770-427-2117 x 114 or visit Southern Museum for information.
December
PET AND FAMILY PHOTO NIGHT
Cumberland Mall. Atlanta. Shoppers and their families can have a picture taken with their pets and Santa. Reservations recommended. Call 770-435-2206 or visit Cumberland Mall.com
for information.
December
LIGHTING OF THE CITY TREE
The Depot. Kennesaw. Free. 7-8pm. If you love the lights and sounds of the holidays, then grab your winter coat and join your friends and neighbors for the annual City of Kennesaw’s Lighting if the City Tree ceremony. Call 770-422-9714 or visit Kennesaw Web Site for information.
December
A DAY WITH SANTA AND SANTA PARADE
Downtown Kennesaw. Free. 11:30am-3pm. Parade starts at noon. Santa’s arrival takes place with a parade down Main Street featuring designer holiday floats, music, marching bands and of course, Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and live reindeer. Call 770-422-9714 or visit City of Kennesaw Web Site for information.
December
SANTA’S ARRIVAL
Downtown Acworth. 6:30pm. Free. Bring the family for a night of Christmas festivities. Call 770-974-3112 or visit Acworth Web Site
for information.
December
CANDY CANE HUNT
Mable House Art Center. Mableton. Free. A time for children to enjoy crafts, hot chocolate, popcorn, roasted marshmallows and entertainment, followed by a hunt for candy canes. Call 770-819-3285 for information. Mable House
December
SATURDAY WITH SANTA
Smyrna Welcome Center. 11am-2pm. $10 per child. For kids four to 10 years-crafts, baking and lunch with Santa. This is a popular event and space fill sup fast! Muse pre-register by calling 770-319-2538.
December
TIBETAN MONKS CONSTRUCT WISDOM MANDALA
Unity North Atlanta Church, Marietta. Noon - 7pm. Free to all . Stop in at your leisure to watch Tibetan monks as they create the Wisdom Mandala, sacred sand art, and then buy Tibetan wares at the on-site shop. The Mandala, an intricate design filled with ancient spiritual symbolism, is constructed with millions of grains of 19 different colors of sand. Visit Unity North for photos and information or call 678-819-9100.
December
MOMMY AND ME CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SERIES
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-11am. Free with museum admission. Imagine, explore, create! This program is designed for pre-school age children and their parents. The Museum’s history, themes, and exhibits provide a fun and exciting starting point for educational activities. Call 770-427-2117, x 116 or visit Southern Museum for information.
December
ATLANTA BALALAIKA SOCIETY
Emerson UU Church. Marietta. 7:30pm. Advance purchase $12. At the door $15. Authentic Russian musicians in costume. Colorful traditions and balalaika instruments explained by director Cooper, of Kiev, Ukraine. Call 770-704-0333 for information.
December
HANDEL’S “MESSIAH” AND CAROLS OF THE SEASON
First Presbyterian Church. Marietta. Free. 4pm. Celebrate the season as the First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir and Orchestra present Handel’s “Messiah” and Carols of the Season. Call 770-427-0293 for more information.
December
A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. Free with Museum admission. Visitors will get a unique viewpoint at A Civil War Christmas. The Lacy Hotel will be dressed in Civil War style Christmas decorations. Children will make their own special decorations for the tree as the 125th Ohio Volunteer infantry will be encamped out front. Call 770-427-2117 or visit Southern Museum for information.
December
CANDLELIGHT NIGHTS
Atlanta History Center. Atlanta. $10 for adult members; $5 for children members; $15 for non-member adults; $7 for non-member children. Reservations requested. Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and enjoy the winter landscape of the Atlanta History Center at dusk as beautiful candlelit paths illuminate gardens, trails and historic homes with holiday cheer. Call 404-814-4000 or visit Atlanta History Center for information
December
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Jennie T. Anderson Theatre. Marietta. Fri.-Sat. 8pm; Sun. 3pm. A show that will get you into the holiday spirit. A Christmas show with all of your favorite holiday music. Call 770-528-8490 for information.
December
THE COBB WIND SYMPHONY PRESENTS SOUNDS OF THE SEASON
Kell High School Auditorium. Marietta. 3pm. Free. Call 678-305-7148 or visit Cobb Wind Symphony for information.
December
ANNUAL PJ PARTY WITH SANTA
Cumberland Mall. Atlanta. 6-9pm. Children and parents can come to the event dressed in their pajamas and be entertained by Santa with story-time, milk and cookies, activities and much more. Each child will receive a special gift. Families can also pose for pictures with Santa, in their pajamas. Call 770-435-2206 or visit Cumberland Mall for information.
December
CANDLELIGHT NIGHTS
Atlanta History Center. Atlanta. $10 for adult members; $5 for children members; $15 for non-member adults; $7 for non-member children. Reservations requested. Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and enjoy the winter landscape of the Atlanta History Center at dusk as beautiful candlelit paths illuminate gardens, trails and historic homes with holiday cheer. Call 404-814-4000 or visit www.atlantahistorycenter.com for information.
December
GEORGIA SERVICE ACADEMIES MILITARY BAND
Renaissance Waverly Hotel. Atlanta. 6pm-midnight. By invitation & reservations only. Honoring the midshipmen and cadets from the State of Georgia who are attending the United States Naval Academy, United States Military Academy, United States Air Force Academy, Unites States Coast Guard Academy and the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Call 404-847-9726 for information.
December 31
NEW YEAR’S EVE
Downtown Smyrna. Bring in a new Smyrna year with fireworks at midnight on the Village Green! Call 770-434-6600 or visit Smyrna City for information.
Choosing A REALTOR
Deciding which agent will handle the sale of your home is likely to be one of the most important decisions you will make in the selling process.
As with any other professional service, the level and style will vary from one agency to another. But one of the most important considerations when selecting an agent is their profile and knowledge of the area.
One way to establish an agents profile is to search the internet around the area in which you want to buy and look for agencies that actively promote properties.
Once you have established which agencies are active, call the office to speak with the agent and get an idea of how the agent works with and for you and their personality compared to your own.
It's also a good idea to have a look at Saturdays newspapers and see which agency has the most properties advertised and how effective you think the advertisements are. Do they attract your attention? Are they easy to read?
Most importantly, speak to family and friends, particularly those who have sold property in the same area, and ask them to recommend an agent to you. A good agent will know that word-of-mouth referrals are a good source of business and will take care to look after every client.
Once you have selected a few likely agencies, ask them to outline the services they offer if they were chosen to sell your home. You should remember that those agents who are members of your states Real Estate Institute are also bound by the REIs strict Code of Ethics.
Once you have chosen your agent, you should have them explain to you the various selling methods available.
Whichever method you choose, remember that proper marketing is essential to attract prospective buyers and a well-trained and realistic agent is likely to request vendor-paid advertising as part of their marketing proposal.
Realistic pricing is also important regardless of which selling method you choose.
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