From Jot Em Down to Shakerag: North Atlanta’s Most Curious Street Names
On a typical drive through Johns Creek or Alpharetta, it’s easy to treat street names as background noise—something glanced at for navigation and quickly…
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Inside Crave Pie Studio: How a Small Duluth Bakery Built Its Identity Around Pie
Crave Pie Studio in Duluth offers a fresh take on pie with small, flavorful options and savory dishes in a cozy Main Street café.…
Weekend Events (April 17-19, 2026) Across North Fulton, South Forsyth, and Northern Gwinnett
From the Roswell Music Festival and Milton's equestrian traditions to concerts and markets in Cumming and Duluth, a vibrant range of festivals, live music,…
Johns Creek Opens Its New Lakefront Boardwalk, With One Key Gap
Johns Creek has unveiled a new lakefront boardwalk featuring wide paths, seating areas, and amphitheaters. The space will host summer concerts and community events.
Marietta Is Building Its Next Chapter—Here’s What’s Opening, Expanding, and Taking Shape
Marietta is seeing a steady stream of new openings, development proposals, and infrastructure projects across the city. Restaurants and retail concepts are expanding around…
What’s Actually Opening Soon Across North Atlanta — Names, Dates, and What to Expect
Photo: Courtesy of Northern China Eatery, Facebook page Drive past the Medley site in Johns Creek or along Ronald Reagan Boulevard in South Forsyth,…
Weekend Events (April 10–12, 2026): From the Suwanee Arts Festival and Alpharetta Garden Faire to Concerts in Cumming and Duluth
Alpharetta 25th Annual Garden Faire – North Fulton Master Gardeners The North Fulton Master Gardeners celebrate a significant milestone with the 25th Annual Garden…
Atlanta Dogwood Festival Returns — What North Atlanta Visitors Should Know Before Heading to Piedmont Park
Spring in Atlanta brings with it one of the city’s most established traditions: a weekend where art, music, and crowds fill Piedmont Park from…
The Lines That Remain: How North Atlanta Was Shaped Long Before It Was Built
Drive through Johns Creek or Alpharetta today and the story seems straightforward. Wide roads, master-planned neighborhoods, strong schools, and a steady flow of new…
A Different Kind of Friday: How Good Friday Unfolds Across North Atlanta in 2026
By midday, something begins to shift. The roads remain busy, the shopping centers open, the routines mostly intact—but in pockets across Johns Creek, Alpharetta,…
Ice Age Atlanta: A Deep Dive into Fernbank’s Newest Exhibition
On a weekend morning, many families in our area typically look for a quick escape that offers both education and a break from the…
Weekend Events (April 3–5, 2026). From the Hop-A-Long Egg Hunt and Tribute Concerts to Spring Markets and Theatrical Whodunits
As the region prepares for the Easter holiday, the schedule is heavily weighted toward family-friendly festivities, including elaborate egg hunts and community services, while…