2nd Annual Trilogy Trolley Crawl

August 14, 2010 by Aaron Hofmann  
Filed under Announcements, Community Events

August 21, 2010
7:00 pmto11:30 pm

If you’re looking for something really fun and different to do this summer, join A Southern Trilogy in Roswell for the second annual “Trilogy Trolley Crawl” happening Saturday, August 21 from 7-11:30 p.m. A limited number of tickets at $40 each are available. The ticket includes admission to all three historic homes, one drink ticket and three mini-sampler plate food tickets. The event will take place on the grounds of Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation.

This award-winning event will once again transport guests to three great American locals where you will enjoy regional cuisine and signature drinks catered by Talk of the Town of Roswell.

  • What happens at Barrington stays at Barrington as the grounds of Barrington Hall are filled with the excitement, sites and sounds of the Las Vegas strip. You’ll be able to “gamble” at the casino while listening to the Vegas sounds of Brookwood Split. Enjoy a taste of Vegas with a “Caesar Salad” with Chicken Strips and a slice of Wedding Chapel Cake. Wash that down with our Signature Drink, the “Rat Pac” (classic vodka & tonic).
  • Bulloch Hall will take us to Nashville and the Grand Ole Opry and will feature all of the fun that country and western music has to offer. You can two-step to the terrific country sounds of the award winning Jamie Pelfrey Band. Enjoy a BBQ Pork Slider with Tennessee Slaw and a Mini Moon Pie. And what else would the Signature Drink be but some good old Lynchburg Lemonade (Jack Daniels and lemonade)?
  • Smith Plantation will transform into the streets of New York City with iconic music and foods found throughout the Big Apple. Rock the night away at our “Studio 54” with famous local DJ Steve the Extreme. A mini Pastrami on Rye with Chips and a NYC Black & White Cookie will delight your palate. And, our “Cosmo” Signature Drink will add another special touch to the evening.

Six trolleys will continuously loop to transport guests from site to site. Parking is available at each site with additional parking at the First Baptist Church parking lot on Mimosa Boulevard. Guests may begin the fun at any of the three locations.

The event was hugely successful last year, introducing a new audience to these significant properties. This year’s event has again been designed for those folks who might not otherwise elect to visit historic house museums. “We specifically wanted to reach out to individuals who might not be drawn to history and last year we learned that approximately 80% of the 1000 attendees had never been to our properties before. And, they all agreed that the houses are pretty spectacular and would return for the full tour. That’s exactly what we hoped would happen” says Morgan Timmis, Roswell’s Historic and Cultural Affairs Manager. “We sold out of tickets last year and had to turn people away. This year we are expecting to sell out again so people need to get their tickets early!”

Gullah Culture and Cooking with Sallie Ann Robinson

February 3, 2010 by Aaron Hofmann  
Filed under Community Events

February 27, 2010
11:00 amto3:00 pm
11:00 amto3:00 pm

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Gullah Culture and Cooking with Sallie Ann Robinson

February 27, 2010, 11:00am-3:00pm

Author and cultural historian Sallie Ann Robinson will share good stories and sample good food in the kitchen at Barrington Hall.

Her tales of growing up in the Gullah Culture on Dafuskie Island, SC are truly a glimpse into a vanishing way of life.

Besides being the author of several books on Gullah food and culture, Ms. Robinson has the distinction of being a former student of Pat Conroy (author of the 1972 book “The Water is Wide”) when he taught school on Dafuskie Island.

Ms. Robinson will be available to sell and sign books, share her special Crab Rice or just visit.

This event is free and open to the public.

Cooking Classes with Chef John Wilson

February 1, 2010 by Aaron Hofmann  
Filed under Community Events

February 9, 2010
6:30 pmto9:30 pm
February 23, 2010
6:30 pmto9:30 pm
March 9, 2010
6:30 pmto9:30 pm
March 23, 2010
6:30 pmto9:30 pm
April 6, 2010
6:30 pmto9:30 pm
April 20, 2010
6:30 pmto9:30 pm
May 4, 2010
6:30 pmto9:30 pm

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Barrington Hall Presents Cooking Classes with Chef John Wilson

Tuesday Nights: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Join Roswell’s own Chef John Wilson in the kitchen at Historic Barrington Hall for an entertaining and engaging evening of gastronomical delight!

Chef Wilson will present a full array of classes based on classic European cuisine and cooking skills. Reservations are required and space is limited so make your reservations today! Cost is $50 per person per class.

For reservations, call 770-640-3855

Class Schedule

February 9 Couples Cooking for Valentines

  • Mixed Greens with Pears, Cranberries and Walnuts/ Blue Cheese Toasts and Vinaigrette
  • Rack of Lamb with Apricot Jus
  • Whipped Russet Potatoes and Celery Root Puree
  • Individual Chocolate Mousse Cakes

February 23 Winter in New England

  • Smoky Clam Chowder
  • Roast Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Cider Sauce
  • Blue Cheese Potato Gratin
  • Cinnamon Rice Pudding with Dried Cherries

March 9 Western Cooking

  • Western Rubbed and Mopped Flank Steak
  • Baked Potato Cheese Pockets
  • Wyoming Zucchini Saute
  • S’Mores Pie

March 23 Spring in Italy SOLD OUT

  • Spring Farro Salad
  • Baked Eggplant Rolls
  • Braised Pork Tenderloin in Onion Sauce
  • Fresh Berry Crostata

April 6 California Cooking

  • Baby Field Greens with Mignonette Dressing
  • Roasted Gilroy Garlic Whipped Potatoes
  • Vegetable Topped White Fish
  • Chocolate Bread Pudding with Raspberry Sauce

April 20 Couples Grilling

  • Roasted Corn, Green Bean and Grape Tomato Salad
  • Bourbon and Honey Roasted Pork Tenderloin
  • Rosemary Skewered New Potatoes
  • Balsamic Glazed Red Onions
  • Grilled Pineapple Slices with Chutney Glaze

May 4 Cinco de Mayo Festival

  • White Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Dressing
  • Spicy Black Bean Salad
  • Corn and Three Pepper Salad
  • Natillas (custard) with Fresh Fruits

Roswell Candlelight Tour 2009

December 11, 2009 by Aaron Hofmann  
Filed under Community Events

December 12, 2009
5:00 pmto9:00 pm

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Visit all three of Roswell’s historic sites in beautiful candlelight and enjoy festive holiday decorations and entertainment on Saturday, December 12 from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. One renovated private home in The Bricks, the oldest apartment building in the south that housed mill workers from the cotton mill on Sloan Street, will be open to the public on this day only.

Barrington Hall’s theme, “I Collect Christmas” will display decorations from personal Christmas collections, Bulloch Hall will be celebrating “The Twelve Days of Christmas” and Smith Plantation will feature “Winter Wonderland on the Plantation” featuring decorations by the Roswell Garden Club highlighting historic flora and fauna.

Adults: $20 in advance/ $25 at the door; Children: $10 in advance/ $15 at the door.

The Southern Trilogy Hosts “Trilogy Trolley Crawl”

August 18, 2009 by Carl H. Martens  
Filed under Community Events

August 22, 2009
7:00 pmto11:30 pm

roswell trilogy trolley crawelIf 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.