Roswell, Again Only City in Georgia to Earn Designation
August 28, 2009 by Carl H. Martens
Filed under Announcements
Welcome back!
Ten new communities were honored with the League of American Bicyclists prestigious Bicycle Friendly Community designation…none of with were located in the state of Georgia. The city of Roswell remains to be the only city in Georgia to achieve this designation.
The five categories local and national reviewers look at are:
Education: Does the community have systems in place to train children and adult cyclists?
Engineering: Are bicyclists included in the city’s transportation plan?
Enforcement: Do police officers understand and enforce bicyclists’ rights and responsibilities?
Encouragement: Does the community participate in Bike Month, offer bike rodeos, host community bike rides, or otherwise encourage cycling?
Evaluation: Does the community have methods in place to ensure their bicyclist programs are making a difference?
Roswell is one of only 19 communities nationwide that renewed their bicycle friendly status.
City of Roswell, Georgia: Steeplechase Trail Connectivity Project
August 27, 2009 by Carl H. Martens
Filed under Announcements
The City of Roswell Department of Transportation began construction on Monday, August 24 of a concrete multi-use trail along the south side of Holcomb Bridge Road between Fouts Road and Steeplechase Drive. This has been something long in the works and much desired by residents of nearby neighborhoods.
The Steeplechase Multiuse Trail will connect Horseshoe Bend Subdivision and Fouts Road for both pedestrian and bicycle access along this portion of Holcomb Bridge Road.
Construction of the trail is expected to take about four months (weather permitting). The City has contracted Vertical Earth for the project at a cost of $93,800.
For more information, call the city of Roswell at 770.594.6420 or visit their web site at www.roswellgov.com.
The Southern Trilogy Hosts “Trilogy Trolley Crawl”
August 18, 2009 by Carl H. Martens
Filed under Community Events
| August 22, 2009 | ||
| 7:00 pm | to | 11:30 pm |
If you’re looking for something really new and different to do this summer, join A Southern Trilogy in Roswell for the first annual “Trilogy Trolley Crawl” happening Saturday, August 22 from 7 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door and include three drink tickets and three sampler plate tickets. The event will take place on the grounds of three of Roswell’s historic homes – Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation.
History takes a step forward at this party where you will enjoy regional cuisine and signature drinks as each site transforms into one of three great American locals:
Barrington Hall will cater to the Parrot Head in all at the Barrington Hall Key West Beach Bash featuring A1A – The “Official” Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band.
Swing meets jazz at Bulloch Hall where the atmosphere of New Orleans comes to life featuring the sweet tunes of Gwen Hughes & The Retro Jazz Kats plus swing dancers.
Smith Plantation transforms into the streets of old San Antonio for an authentic southwestern fiesta featuring Mariachi Sensacion and salsa dancers.
Other fun activities are scheduled such as the “Flamingo Toss” at Barrington and the “Mask Making Contest” at Bulloch. Trolleys will transport guests from each of the homes. Parking is available at each site.
The event was created to attract people in the community who may not typically visit historic museum sites. “We specifically wanted to reach out to individuals who might not be automatically drawn to these historic homes,” says Morgan Timmis, Roswell’s Historic and Cultural Affairs Manager. “We hope to attract at least 500 if not 1000 to the party.”
Sponsors of the “Trilogy Trolley Crawl” include the City of Roswell, A Southern Trilogy, 106.7 Atlanta’s True Oldies, The Visualab, Stream Light Productions, Nirvana Café & Grille, Scroggin & Company and Mimms Enterprises.
Advanced admission tickets available at each house, The Chandlery and the Roswell Visitors Center. For more details about the event, visit www.southerntrilogy.com or call 678.639.7500.
Riverside Farmers Market Open for Summer
July 15, 2009 by Carl H. Martens
Filed under Community Events
| July 18, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
| July 25, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
| August 1, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
| August 8, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
| August 22, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
| August 29, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
| September 5, 2009 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 12:00 pm |
The Riverside Farmers Market is open for the summer (until September 5th) on Saturdays from 8AM to noon at Riverside Park. The market features fresh, locally grown produce. In addition the market features live music, exciting events, local chefs, lectures and demonstrations!
Items include a variety of fresh produce, jams and jellies, farm fresh eggs, shade-grown organic coffee, breads and tarts, local honey, specialty spice rubs, organic herbal soaps, gourmet doggie biscuits and an array of other natural and locally crafted products.
Vendors must grow their own produce and it should be grown within 100 miles of the market. Prospective vendors can get more information by contacting Louise Estabrook at 404.613.7670.
With support from the City of Roswell, the farmers market will fill a demand that has existed in the community for many years. Other metro communities have established farmers markets which have proven to be highly popular.
Restrooms and free parking is available. Riverside Park is located at 575 Riverside Road in Roswell.
