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BEST SPOTS: Community Swimming Pools

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer
Wednesday, May 11th, 2011, 2:49pm
BEST SPOTS: Community Swimming Pools

ATLANTA, Ga. -- For this week’s installment of Best Spots, we've compiled a list of public pools in the area for you, your family and friends to take a dip and cool off in the heat of the summer sun.

With an economy like ours, it’s imperative that people look for a bargain wherever they can and public pools offer fun with that’s easy on the pockets. Check out these local pools and enjoy a classic, cost-effective, exciting summertime experience.

City of Atlanta

City pools open on Memorial Day at 11:00 a.m. Daily rates are $4 for adults and $2 for children and senior citizens. Facilities include:

Grant Park is located at 25 Park Avenue in Atlanta.

Powell Park is located at 1690 M.L. King Drive in Atlanta.

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Turner Construction Company Announces New LEED Gold Certified Cobb County Superior Courthouse

Submitted by msleff on Tuesday, May 10th, 10:52 am
Turner Construction Company Announces New LEED Gold Certified Cobb County Superior Courthouse

 

The Cobb County Superior Courthouse in Marietta received its LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council on April 25.  It is the largest LEED Gold certified courthouse in the Southeast. Turner Construction led the design/build effort with design partners Pieper O’Brien Herr Architects and HDR.

“Cobb County had requested a LEED certified project, and Turner and the design/build team were able to deliver the LEED Gold project approximately three months ahead of schedule and give back to the county approximately $1 million,” said Turner Construction Company project manager Winston Williams Jr.

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WEEKEND EVENTS: Atlanta Gives Back, Pet Parade, Dead Prez

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer
Friday, May 6th, 2011, 11:33am
WEEKEND EVENTS: Atlanta Gives Back, Pet Parade, Dead Prez

ATLANTA – There are tons of fun events going on this weekend, in your area. We’ve listed a few of them for you to check out with your family and friends.

Join 11Alive and the Atlanta Humane Society for the 21st Annual Pet Parade on Saturday, May 7. The parade starts at Piedmont Park at 11:00 a.m. and features 11Alive’s own, John Gerard and Chesley McNeil as the Grand Marshalls. Registration for pets starts at 9:00 a.m. and the event ends around 1:00 p.m. Registration for a pet and a parent is $35, on Saturday morning. Piedmont Park is located at 1071 Piedmont Avenue in Atlanta.

Revolutionary hip-hop duo, Dead Prez will headline a concert at Masquerade on Friday, May 6. The two-some, composed of stic.man and M-1 are known for their “raw” and “in-your-face” style of lyricism.

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LOCAL PROFILE: Piedmont Park

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer
Thursday, May 5th, 2011, 5:38pm
LOCAL PROFILE: Piedmont Park

ATLANTA, Ga. – Often called the quintessential city park, Piedmont Park, has something for everyone. Situated in the middle of the city, this park offers fishing, playgrounds, swimming, tennis, skating and even movie viewings.

Atlanta’s “Common Ground” since 1904, the park is the destination for “ITP” residents or city dwellers, every weekend. The main green or The Meadow is the main area for congregation; dogs and their owners or groups of friends playing ball games, usually, use this area for their activities.

Grilling isn’t allowed in the park; however, there are designated areas for people who want to use them. Park goers can fish in Clara Meer, which was created for the 1895 Cotton States and International Exposition; the lake is filled with many of the local common species. The park features basketball courts and tennis courts, also.

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Participate in One of Five Atlanta BeltLine Study Groups: Transit Implementation Strategy

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer
Monday, February 28th, 2011, 3:10pm
Participate in One of Five Atlanta BeltLine Study Groups: Transit Implementation Strategy

ATLANTA – (submitted by the Atlanta Beltline) Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. is developing a strategy to implement transit for the Atlanta BeltLine. In 2012, voters in the Atlanta region will be given the opportunity to approve a 1% sales tax for transit and transportation projects. Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.

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Second annual “Brew Your Cask Off” Cask Ale Festival, March 5th

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011, 5:20pm
Second annual “Brew Your Cask Off” Cask Ale Festival, March 5th

ATLANTA – (360 Media) From restaurants to media, first-time brewers to home brewing clubs, SweetWater Brewing Company has gathered an extensive and exciting list of participants for their second annual “Brew Your Cask Off” Cask Ale Festival.  Join us March 5, 2011 from 6-10pm as attendees are invited to try the recently crafted casks from more than 80 guest brewers.

  • 15th Street Pizza & Pub                                                                   
  • Meehan’s Public House
  • The Atlanta Journal-Constitution           &
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Oysterfest at Park Tavern

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer
Friday, February 11th, 2011, 6:33pm
Oysterfest at Park Tavern

ATLANTA – On Saturday, February 12th, Park Tavern on Piedmont Park will be hosting their popular annual event "Oysterfest" from noon until midnight. This event, presented by Spiral Entertainment, is a day-long, outdoor, oyster-shucking experience that attracts thousands of festival goers, each year. The event features music from local bands, DJs, ice cold beer, spirits, Bloody Mary bar and tons of fresh fried, steamed and raw Blue Point oysters from Connecticut and Malpeque oysters from Prince Edward Island in Canada.

Tickets to Oysterfest are on sale for $15 but the price will increase. Admission does not include food or drinks, however, it does guarantee your attendance at what some call, “The hottest ticket in town”.

Bands to perform include: Life and Limb; Abbey Road, a Beatles Tribute Band and Block Party, an 80’s cover band.

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