Around Town

Going to the park has been a staple activity since my kids were babies. From stroller days to preschool playdates to hiking and biking as a family, we’ve explored much of what Cherokee County has to offer. Over the...

One of my favorite things about spring and summer is farmer's markets. There's nothing better than grabbing a cup of coffee and spending the morning checking out what the local vendors are offering. Most farmer's markets offer fruits, veggies,...

The Atlanta Braves have been at Truist Park since 2017. It is a great place to catch a baseball game, but what we love year-round is what is offered outside the ballpark - The Battery Atlanta. The live, work,...

When it was time to settle down after traveling full-time for a few years, it was important to my family to find a great town that truly felt like home. We wanted access to Atlanta for work and adventure....

I remember when he got the job offer. He'd applied sort of on a whim, for a job at a college in a town we'd never heard of. A dot on a map I'd never seen before. CARROLLTON. Two R's, Two L's. Not...

The North Georgia Mountains are such a fun place to visit for a close girls' weekend. What better time to see the mountains than fall? There is so much for moms to do while we're in town! For our...

I never would have guessed I would live in Georgia, or the south for that matter, and love it as much as I do. Over the years since graduating from my Minnesota upbringing, I have lived in California, NYC,...

Merry Little Cocktails with RIPE Bar Juice Tis the season to jingle, mingle, and have yourself a merry little cocktail! Whether you are the hostess with the most-ess or the fun friend that brings the drinks, I have you covered...

"It's SO HOT!"  How many times do we hear this (or say it) each day? With record temperatures in Atlanta this summer, we've got to find some creative ways to cool off. Here are just a few ideas. Sweets - No...

While we have seen some warm days with the indiscriminate weather patterns this winter, it is safe to say we have seen our share of frigid temperatures too. No matter what the forecast says, kids are ready to play...