Atlanta Tour of Homes

Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes

2009-12-02T11:44:49-05:00

Saturday, December 12, 2009
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 13, 2009
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The 2009 Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes features eight, beautiful houses lit with candlelight and holiday decor. Enjoy touring the homes, caroling each night, holiday shopping at the artist market and fun with the kids in this year’s Winter Wonderland workshop. Proceeds from the event benefit the Parent Network, the Grant Park Cooperative Preschool and St. Paul United Methodist Church.

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Take a Stroll Down Memory Lane...

2009-12-02T11:29:33-05:00

When I was growing up in Forest Park, GA, I always loved to visit the "Christmas House" on North Avenue. This house sat on a corner lot and was decked out for Christmas. Anyone who lived in Forest Park knew about this house. A friend on Facebook created a memoir of the house....take a stroll down memory lane with me as I remember the "North Avenue Christmas House."

Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes

2009-11-29T19:52:54-05:00

Sunday, December 13, 2009
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Tour
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. - Holiday Market & Cafe

The 17th annual Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes, sponsored by the Avondale Community Club, will take place on Sunday, December 13 from 3:00 to 8:00 pm. The tour features eight homes that have been sensitively restored or renovated to preserve the character of our historic city. Other points of interest on the tour are a “summer cottage dressed for Christmas” and the sanctuary at the Avondale Baptist Church showcasing its members’ nativity scenes.

Before touring the homes, be sure to come by the Holiday Market & Cafe at the Avondale Community Club (59 Lakeshore Drive) and hopefully, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. An autographed book signed by one of Avondale's award winning authors may be just the thing. Other items you won’t want to miss include Grits Bits, art, soaps, lotions, jewelry, bottle stoppers, doggie treats, bird houses and much more. While you shop, enjoy some delicious soup and hot apple cider at the Market Café.

Nearly everyone in town participates in the tour and market either by opening their homes, decorating the city, volunteering as hosts and hostesses, playing music in the homes , creating something for the market, sponsoring the tour as corporate sponsors or as Christmas “angels,” or just enjoying touring the homes.

Tickets may be purchased for $12 in advance at Avondale Antiques, Avondale City Hall, Finders Keepers Furniture, REAL Salon and Seventeen Steps or for $15 on the day of the tour at the Avondale Community Club. For more information, contact Margaret Lunsford at 404-299-9021 or view our web site at avondaletourofhomes.com.

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Smyrna Vinings Holiday Home Tour

2009-11-27T13:58:45-05:00

Sunday, December 6, 2009
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Emory-Adventist Hospital at Smyrna will hold its 8th annual Holiday Home Tour, Sunday, December 6th from noon to 6:00 p.m. The tour features incredible homes in the Smyrna Vinings community. Each home will be decorated for the holiday season, highlighting the talents of local designers and decorators. The tour is sponsored by the Foundation of Emory-Adventist Hospital at Smyrna.

Proceeds from the annual Holiday Home Tours go to benefit the programs and projects of The Foundation of Emory-Adventist Hospital.

Admission is $20 per person. The ticket provides admission to the tour of homes, as well as a tearoom and auction at The Community Bank of the South. You may purchase tickets by calling 770-319-2025. Tickets are also available at Karen’s Gifts and Love Street Antiques, located in Smyrna.

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Grayson Christmas Tour of Homes

2009-11-26T12:50:00-05:00

Saturday, December 5, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

The Grayson Arts and History Center will present the 3rd Annual Grayson Christmas Tour of Homes. Five homes in our community will be showcased and all adorned in holiday splendor. Each home is very inviting and warm and offers its own unique decorating and architectural style.

"We are excited not only to showcase our citizens homes, but our City as well", says Barbara Hinkle, Director of the Grayson Arts and History Center. All proceeds from the Tour will benefit the History Center and the Grayson Historic Preservation Society. By purchasing a ticket to the Christmas Tour of Homes, everyone is helping to preserve Grayson's past for the benefit of future generations.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at Grayson City Hall, The Grayson Arts and History Center and the Grayson UPS Store. In an effort to eliminate congestion in the various subdivisions, transportation to all homes will be provided. Private cars will not be allowed on the tour. Parking will be available at the Arts and History Center, Grayson City Park, City Hall and other marked areas. These are private homes and may not be wheelchair accessible, may contain stairs or be difficult for those with physical limitations.

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Historic Norcross Holiday Home Tour

2009-11-25T12:13:45-05:00

Saturday, December 5, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Candlelight Tour

The 2009 Historic Norcross Holiday Home Tour will take place this year on Saturday, December 5, 2009, in downtown Norcross. This year's tour will feature five houses and there will be a candlelight tour in the evening. The whole community light's thousands of luminaries to create a breathtaking path, glowing and inviting, as it guides guests through the evening tour.

If you have not visited downtown Norcross, it's a must see!

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Atlanta Tree Lighting Celebrations and Festivals | Holiday events and Activities in Atlanta | Atlanta Real Estate Forum

2009-11-25T08:56:22-05:00

All over the metro-Atlanta area, cities are lighting up with their annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremonies and holiday celebrations. In Kennesaw, residents are invited to join the Mayor and other city officials on Thursday, December 3 at 6 p.m. for holiday choral music performed by St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church and sing-alongs, while enjoying warm beverages and holiday cookies.

The city of Marietta will be holding their annual Christmas Tree Lighting celebration in Glover Park at the Marietta Square on December 3. Local School choruses will perform Christmas carols and children will be able to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the gazebo. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. and Santa will light the giant Christmas tree, donated by Big John’s Christmas Trees at 6 p.m. Parking for this night of fun will be available in the Cobb County Parking deck. Handicapped parking will be available to all those who are in need.

Vinings residents head over to Vinings Jubilee on December 3 from 6-8 p.m. for the 2009 Christmas Tree Lighting. This holiday spectacular will feature holiday music, pony rides, the Vinings Express, face painting and balloon twisting! Come on out for the sounds of the season, holiday treats, reindeer pony rides, and magic tricks from Santa himself.

Acworth residents might want to take their families over to the Depot in Downtown Acworth on Friday, December 4 from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Mayor Tommy Allgood will read T’was the Night Before Christmas and the Claus family will be there for pictures. Appointments will be taken for pictures with Santa beginning at 5:15 p.m. at the Depot. Spots are limited so make sure you arrive early to schedule your picture time.

If you live in Norcross head over to Thrasher Park on December 4 at 7:00 p.m. Live choir music will be performed and Santa will be there to say hello to all of the children. There will also be free carriage rides in downtown Norcross, making for a beautiful winter night for the family.

Powder Springs is mixing things up this year. In addition to the annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree, set for December 5, all area youth groups are invited to participate in a Festival of Trees. Youth Groups will have the opportunity to decorate a Christmas Tree in the Historic Town Square. The prizes for the top trees will be awarded during the Annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree.

Alpharetta’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration will take place on December 6 at 5 p.m. at Historic Downtown Alpharetta. Live music and dance performances will kick off the evening and Mayor Arthur Letchas and his wife, Sally will read a classic Christmas Story. In addition, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be coming on a firetruck to visit and take pictures in the gazebo. Hot chocolate, holiday crafts, horse and buggy rides, holiday carolers and elves will all be at the event as well. This annual holiday celebration was selected as a top 20 event by the Southeast Tourism Society, so you don’t want to miss out!

Saturday, December 12 from 2-6 p.m. residents of McDonough might want to check out the festivities at Heritage Park where Santa will be for pictures. With sleigh rides, children’s activities, food and live entertainment, this event is sure to be fun for the whole family. You’ll also have the opportunity to sign cards and banners for our troops and decorate a Christmas cookie.

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