Saturday, May 19, 2012
Eating out this weekend? Here's the dish on some local restaurants.
From the Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness, here are the results of some recent North Fulton area restaurant inspections. Code violations are included for scores below B. Campus Cafe 9770 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek 3009 Date: May 15, Score: 98, Grade: A Doubletree Hotel 2925 Jordan Court, Alpharetta 30004 Date: May 11, Score: 99, Grade: A Egg Harbor Cafe 10270 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek 30097 Date: May 11, Score: 94, Grade: A Golf Club Of Georgia - Kitchen 1 Golf Club Drive, Alpharetta 30005 Date: May 14, Score: 87, Grade: B Golf Club Of Georgia - Main Bar 1 Golf Club Drive, Alpharetta 30005 Date: May 14, Score: 99, Grade: A Golf Club Of Georgia - Men's Locker 1 Golf Club Drive, Alpharetta 30005 Date: May 14, …
Friday, May 18, 2012
Which local fro-yo spot did you say was the best in Roswell? Here are the results!
It's been around for ages, but in recent years frozen yogurt has become a super trendy treat. In Roswell alone, there are several options for fro-yo lovers. So we wondered, which is the local favorite? Here were your four choices: And the winner is...Menchie's! Taking the lead right away, the popular frozen yogurt chain took home 54 percent (38 votes). They were followed by Orange Leaf with 18 percent (13 votes) and Cloud 9 Frozen Yogurt & Cupcakes with 17 percent (12 votes). TCBY came in fourth with 10 percent (seven votes).
The store will kick off its summer season from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., Saturday, May 19.
Menchie’s is hosting a guest appreciation celebration to thank loyal guests and kick-off the summer season at its Centennial Village store on Holcomb Bridge Road this weekend. The celebration begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 19. Highlights of the event include: “We’re extremely grateful to be a part of the Roswell community,” said Debbi Keneely, owner of Menchie’s Centennial Village. “Our fans have already embraced us, and this guest appreciation celebration is a way for us to thank them, as well as invite new guests into our store to spread even more smiles.” Menchie’s makes guests smile by serving an unlimited mix of yogurt and toppings at a unique self-serve station with more than 100 rotating yogurt flavors from cake batter and …
The buck stops here. Buck-A-Burger at Harry's Farmers Market Whole Foods, that is!
Harry’s Farmers Market’s popular Buck-A-Burger one-day sale is back today, Friday, May 18. Ready-to-grill, quarter pound burgers are on sale for just $1 each. It’s a great chance to stock up on patties to please the party-goers at your Memorial Day cookout. Whether you’re a master griller or just getting started, Whole Foods Market offers the tips and tricks you need to grill with the best of ‘em. Check out the store's online Guide to Grilling, or visit the Meat Facebook page to get in the spirit. All of Whole Foods Market’s beef comes from suppliers rated by Global Animal Partnership’s 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating™ program, so you know how the animals were raised for the meat you’re buying. All burgers meet the strict Whole Foods quality …
Roswell Patch goes into the kitchen to see how The Fickle Pickle's famous Cajun fried pickles are made.
The Fickle Pickle is located at 1085 Canton Street in Roswell. They are open Sunday and Monday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. For more information, call them at 770-650-9838 or visit their website.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
This week we meet Rochelle Nation, jewelry artist and instructor.
What is your business and how long have you been doing it? I am an independent jewelry artist and instructor, designing and creating jewelry for the past ten years. In 2008, I left my job as Dean of Students at a private high school to pursue making Rochelle Nation Jewelry my new full time career. It was a challenging change, but I absolutely love my new job and the creative outlet jewelry making brings to my life. What makes you good at what you do? Being passionate about what you do makes a huge difference. I wake up every morning excited about what’s going to happen that day. I also love being my own boss. I believe that if you have passion for and love what you do, your work will show it. How did you end up in Roswell area? My husband…
The Roswell dealership will host an "Autos & Ammo" event, Saturday, May 19 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
History Channel's Top Shot Talent fans will get the chance to meet Dylan Fletcher at Palmer Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM this Saturday, May 19. Fletcher, who began his shooting career at a young age, was featured during a 10-week run on season four the History Channel series. He owns his own knife-making business, Fletcher Knives, and is skilled in throwing knives, as well as shooting pistols and rifles. “We’re very excited to host this event with a talent like Fletcher,” said Jody Cruce, vice president Palmer Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM. “We are all really big fans of the show in this area and we’re looking forward to giving customers and fellow fans the opportunity to participate in a Top Shot shooting range experience at Sharp Shooters.” …
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Here are some fun graduation gift discounts that you will not want to miss if you have a graduate to buy for this month.
The graduation announcements are in the mail and parties are being planned. If you have someone you love graduating from preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, high school, college or anywhere else, you may be out shopping for the perfect gift. Patch has come up with some great gift ideas and of course, they are affordable. Here are five ideas and ways to save in our area. 1. Party City in Alpharetta, Cumming Deal: Use this coupon for 20 percent off in stores or online. Celebrating with the graduate does not have to cost a fortune. You do not have to have this coupon printed, just show the cashier on your phone. Good Through: The coupon expires on May 20. 2. Barnes & Noble in Alpharetta, Cumming Deal: Use this coupon…
Schmit was recognized for his "outstanding and consistent efforts in economic development" locally.
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Wednesday, May 16
The Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Roswell Business Alliance (RBA) recently honored Dave Schmit as the 2011 Recipient of the Economic Development Award. The award was presented during the organizations’ Annual Meeting and Award Ceremony at the Holiday Inn on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell. The Economic Development Award was created to recognize outstanding and consistent efforts in economic development. Schmit was presented the award for his efforts in continuously supporting strong economic development in Roswell through his own projects, as well as heading the 2030 comprehensive plan and serving on the newly activated Downtown Development Authority. Schmit is principal of Macauley+Schmit, a real estate development and…
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
The money will be used for capital improvement projects.
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Tuesday, May 15
enAble of Georgia, Inc. recently received a $25,000 grant from The UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS, to use on capital improvements. The grant will be used for three of enAble of Georgia’s residential group homes to install a new roof, flooring, cabinets, countertops, and energy-efficient appliances, as well the widen doorways to accommodate progressive mobility issues and devices of the residents. enAble of Georgia provides support services to more than 100 people with special needs in metro Atlanta. Individuals are served through the organization’s Community Access, Community Living Supports, and Community Residential Support Services programs. enAble of Georgia’s operations are located in Fulton County. The organization is also…
Rand Cabus
10:19 am on Friday, May 18, 2012
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