Historic Vinings Village

The Vinings Historic Preservation Society invites you to a unique interactive evening of “History and Place”, to be held Thursday, June 26, 7:00pm, at the Pace House and Old Pavilion on Paces Mill Rd. The evening will be the unveiling of Tony Doyle’s new book “Vinings Revisited.”

After 8 months of compiling research, Tony says that there is much to “re-appreciate” about a sense of this place called Vinings. Have you ever wondered how Vinings got its name? This, and more comes with a comprehensive work of historic intrigue about our own backyard.

Tony will open the evening with introductory comments and make available some surprising opportunities for members to see and feel what old Vinings was like. Included will be several present deemed the oldest and interesting of those he calls “Elders”, who worked on the railroad, knew all the players, and provided many of their stories in the book.

“This is an opportunity to become aware of just how much myth, legend, and history surrounds Vinings, and underscores the importance of it’s preservation. All that being relevant, its Thursday and a work night, so no flipcharts or long lecture. Come, learn, and enjoy.” -Tony Doyle

“Vinings Revisited” will be available for purchase beginning at 6:30, with brief discussion at 7:00pm.

RSVP as space is limited
770-432-3343 Gillian Greer, Executive Director
vhps1874@bellsouth.net

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It’s always interesting to see what we come across in the real estate world. This has nothing to do with Smryna Vinings real estate, but is interesting, none the less.

A Tale of Two Houses

House #1 A 20-room mansion ( not including 8 bathrooms ) heated by natural gas. Add on a pool ( and a pool house) and a separate guest house, all heated by gas. In one month this residence consumes more energy than the average American household does in a year. The average bill for electricity and natural gas runs over $2400. per month. In natural gas alone, this property co nsumes more than 20 times the national average for an American home. This house is not situated in a Northern or Midwestern “snow belt” area. It’s in the South.

House #2 Designed by an architecture professor at a leading national university. This house incorporates every “green” feature current home construction can provide. The house is 4,000 square feet ( 4 bedrooms ) and is nestled on a high prairie in the American southwest. A central closet in the house holds geothermal heat-pumps drawing ground water through pipes sunk 300 feet into the ground.

The water (usually 67 degrees F.) heats the house in the winter and cools it in the summe r. The system uses no fossil fuels such as oil or natural gas and it consumes one-quarter the electricity required for a conventional heating/cooling system. Rainwater from the roof is collected and funneled into a 25,000-gallon underground cistern. Wastewater from showers, sinks and toilets goes into underground purifying tanks and then into the cistern. The collected water then irrigates the land surrounding the hou se. Surrounding flowers and shrubs native to the area enable the property to blend into the surrounding rural landscape.

Now, for the clincher:

HOUSE #1 is outside of Nashville , Tennessee ; it is the abode of the “environmentalist” Al Gore.

HOUSE #2 is on a ranch near Crawford ,Texas; is the residence of the President of the United States ,
George W. Bush.

Is this an “inconvenient truth?”

You can verify it at:http://www.snopes.com/politics/bush/house.asp

Make plans to join us on Mon., Dec. 1 on the Village Green from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. for the big holiday community heart warming called “Coming Home for the Holidays” and help Santa light our Village Christmas Tree at 7 p.m. sharp!

Activities include lots of joyful things in the Community Center and all around.

Christmas tree lighting and holiday celebration on Mon., Dec.1 - 6:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m.

Tree lighting ceremony at 7:00 p.m.

Smyrna Community Center-200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, 30080

Admission: free

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Come join the friendly Halloween fun for the little ones at the Smyrna Community Center on Friday, October 31st from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

Smyrna Community Center— 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, 30080.

Admission: free

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If you missed out on the Spring edition of Music at the Hall, then plan to make it out for this hot new Smyrna concert series.

Music at the Hall will be held on Thursdays in October - 7pm to 9pm. October 2, 9, 16, 23 in front of City Hall.

The Fall portion of the newest concert series “Music at the Hall” in front of City Hall. Enjoy an intimate, open air atmosphere and special musical offerings on these Thursday evenings in October and spend some time in the Market Village.

Or, join us for no reason at all except to be part of the music scene.

City Hall-2800 King Street, Smyrna, 30080.

Admission: Free

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Disney “Camp Rock” movie release party

June 20, 2008 - 6pm-8pm Radio Disney pre-show, 8pm showtime

Roll out the red carpet!

Radio Disney and the City of Smyrna present the movie release of “Camp Rock” a new Disney Channel movie starring the popular tween sensation The Jonas Brothers.

The premier party and viewing will be Friday, June 20 in the Large Gym at the Smyrna Community Center. Admission is free for the family. The Radio Disney Street kicks off the pre-show party with tons of music, games, contests, prizes and entertainment throughout the event.

“Camp Rock” is the next big thing on Disney so be the FIRST to see and be early! For more information, visit RadioDisney.com/Atlanta.

Smyrna Community Center 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna, GA 30080

Admission is Free. Call 770-434-6600 for questions.

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Join the Braves for their first annual Game on the Green Festival, Sat., June 28th at the Smyrna Market Village presented by FSN South, 640 WGST, SportSouth, and 94.9 The Bull. Admission is free to watch the Braves vs. Blue Jays on two huge outdoor TV screens in the center of the Market Village in Smyrna. Festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. and game time is 1:00 p.m.

• Braves Tomahawk Team
• Heavy Hitters Drum Line
• Inflatable Games
• Prizes and Giveaways all afternoon
• Food & Drinks

Braves Pre-Game show with Mark Lemke and Mitch Evans broadcasting live from Atkins Park Tavern at noon.

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I’m often asked how do we do it? How has SmyrnaVinings.com become the go-to resource for everything in Smyrna Vinings from homes to restaurants to local events and the latest scoop on new developments, while at the same time being a top real estate team at the #1 real estate office in Smyrna Vinings, Keller Williams.

The secret is called time-blocking. We set our daily priorities and allocate the appropriate amount of time to ensure that the most important tasks get accomplished during the day. Just to give you some insight, here’s a quick video that depicts what a normal day in our office is like.

So hopefully the video was able to answer some of the questions we are frequently asked. In fact, if people would stop asking, we’d have even more time for blogging.

But seriously, while we love to provide information on the Smyrna Vinings community, our main goal is to provide the highest level of professional real estate service to our clients. So if you’re thinking about buying a new home or perhaps considering selling your home and moving up to that dream home, we’d be glad to meet with you and discuss your real estate needs, wants and wishes. Contact us today!

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I know it’s been awhile and I know you’ve missed these featured photos, but I think you’ll find this one worth the wait.

I mean, first of all, what is with the warped out picture. Is this supposed to accentuate this lovely bathroom or just completely distort everything. And then, of course, you have to love that the agent has so prominently featured themselves in the picture.

But, in reality, the first time I saw this picture an image instantly appeared in my head.

And that image was, of course, the classic James Bond pose at the beginning of the 007 movies. I can even imagine that the agent has a slogan like “License to Sell” or perhaps “Live and Let Buy”.

What do you think?

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C’mon, what’s better than finger-licking BBQ, Sweetwater beer and live, toe-tappin’ blues? You can enjoy all three when you join us at South City Kitchen in Ivy Walk for Blues, Brews & BBQ–a three day celebration of all things Southern right here in Smyrna Vinings.

And as if that wasn’t enough, they’ll also be donating 10% of Sunday’s sales back to Camp Twin Lakes–a not-for-profit organization offering recreational, therapeutic and educational programs for seriously ill children facing physical, emotional and life challenges. So all this fun is for a good cause, too.

*Appetizers*
WATERMELON & TOMATO SALAD shaved red onions, aged goat cheese, extra virgin olive oil, cider vinegar sorghum reduction $7.50
GEORGIA GOUDA FRITTERS charred corn salad, BBQ aioli $6.95
SMOKED PORK SHOULDER corn flour cake, green mango slaw, chipotle BBQ sauce $7.95
SAUTEED GARLIC SHRIMP creamed corn, BBQ sweet onion $9.75

*Entrees*
14-HOUR SMOKED BEEF BRISKET SANDWICH pickled Vidalia onions, BBQ mustard mayo, side of garlic mustard greens $12
“SWEET TEA” SMOKE-ROASTED HALF CHICKEN oven-roasted Yukon potatoes, baby spinach, lemon jus $17.95
DEEP FRIED PORK RIBS WITH SPICY CRUST cider Creole mustard glaze, broccoli mac n’cheese $18.95
BBQ MAHI MAHI white cheddar grits, grilled corn and arugula salad, BBQ butter $21

SOUTH CITY KITCHEN VININGS PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
Friday, June 20; 6-10:30pm - Electromatics
Saturday, June 21; 6-10:30pm - Chick Willis
Sunday, June 22; 6-10:30pm - Breeze Kings

To make reservations, call 770.435.0700 (Vinings) or visit fifthgroup.com today. Sit back, relax and enjoy the unique sounds and flavors as only the South can play ‘em.

South City Kitchen is located in the Ivy Walk center at the corner of Atlanta Road and Cumberland Parkway in Smyrna Vinings.

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