The 2025 winter edition of the North Atlanta Home Show returns to the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth! The popular show opens on Friday, January 24th and and runs through Sunday, January 26th. If you're contemplating a renovation project, … [Read more...] about North Atlanta Home Show: Half-price code + free entry for seniors, teachers, 1st responders, health workers
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How to get assistance with winter heating bills in metro Atlanta
The first week of December was unseasonably cold in metro Atlanta, according to local meteorologists. If this pattern continues into the winter, you may find yourself worrying about high heating bills. Depending on your age and income, you may be … [Read more...] about How to get assistance with winter heating bills in metro Atlanta
Sign up for these FREE gardening classes at Pike Nurseries
As the days grow longer, you may be thinking ahead to planting season. Here's a listing of FREE gardening classes to get you started. They are all hosted at various Pike Nurseries locations around the Atlanta metro area. Pike's spring events usually … [Read more...] about Sign up for these FREE gardening classes at Pike Nurseries
FREE front yard trees for residents of Atlanta, Smyrna, Brookhaven, Doraville, Decatur, Sandy Springs, and unincorporated Dekalb County
Several metro area cities have partnered with Trees Atlanta to get FREE trees to homeowners who'd like more shade in their front yards. If you live in one of the areas listed below, you can sign up now for fall planting season. Once you've chosen … [Read more...] about FREE front yard trees for residents of Atlanta, Smyrna, Brookhaven, Doraville, Decatur, Sandy Springs, and unincorporated Dekalb County
Blooms & Bubbles Back-to-School Festival at Warbington Farms on July 27th
Warbington Farms is hosting a family-friendly end of summer event -- the Blooms & Bubbles Festival. It happens on Saturday, July 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $9.95. Kids three and under are FREE. You'll get your ticket at … [Read more...] about Blooms & Bubbles Back-to-School Festival at Warbington Farms on July 27th
FREE: Tour gorgeous private gardens at the Midtown Garden Stroll this Sunday, May 19th
Come out and celebrate spring at the 11th Annual Midtown Garden Stroll! The event takes place on Sunday, May 19, 2024 from noon to 5 p.m. It is completely FREE and open to the public. This outdoor, self-guided tour is a rare opportunity to … [Read more...] about FREE: Tour gorgeous private gardens at the Midtown Garden Stroll this Sunday, May 19th
Pike Nurseries: Get FREE ladybugs to release in your garden + a class on “Beneficial Bugs”
Pike Nurseries will give away over four million FREE ladybugs this month as a part of its annual Ladybug Weekend! From Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28, customers at all Pike Nurseries locations will receive one FREE 150-count packet of … [Read more...] about Pike Nurseries: Get FREE ladybugs to release in your garden + a class on “Beneficial Bugs”
Don’t miss the Garden Faire at Wills Park in Alpharetta: plant sale, kids activities, food, demonstrations, more
North Fulton Master Gardeners will host Garden Faire 2024 at a new location in partnership with the City of Alpharetta. The Garden Faire will take place at Wills Park on Saturday, April 29, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It is FREE to … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Garden Faire at Wills Park in Alpharetta: plant sale, kids activities, food, demonstrations, more
Should you repair or replace your broken refrigerator?
A functioning refrigerator is essential for keeping food fresh, preventing spoilage, and maintaining a healthy home environment. When your refrigerator breaks down, it can disrupt your daily routine and lead to costly food waste. It is important to … [Read more...] about Should you repair or replace your broken refrigerator?
FREE: These virtual fall gardening workshops highlight practical advice for Atlanta gardeners
The North Fulton Master Gardeners are offering FREE virtual gardening workshops this fall. Each class emphasizes practical gardening activities at the time of year that is best suited for that activity. The series of classes begins on September … [Read more...] about FREE: These virtual fall gardening workshops highlight practical advice for Atlanta gardeners
How to choose the right concrete coating for your home or business
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Concrete is a remarkably versatile material, widely utilized for its durability and longevity in both residential and commercial environments. One of the key aspects of maximizing the effectiveness and aesthetic appeal of concrete surfaces is the … [Read more...] about How to choose the right concrete coating for your home or business
Trees Atlanta holds a native plant sale on two weekends in April
It’s spring planting time! Come to Trees Atlanta's annual Native Plant Sale on two Saturdays, April 2nd & 9th, 2022. Over 100 varieties of native perennials, grasses, shrubs, edibles, and tree-friendly vines will be available for purchase. The … [Read more...] about Trees Atlanta holds a native plant sale on two weekends in April
5 reasons to consider adding a VPN to your home network
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A VPN boosts privacy by encrypting your online traffic, which safeguards you from potential threats. If you're a security-conscious user, you're likely already aware of the importance of protecting yourself on public Wi-Fi networks. However, you may … [Read more...] about 5 reasons to consider adding a VPN to your home network
Cobb Master Gardeners 18th annual Garden Tour is this Saturday (save $5 with advance purchase)
Tickets go on sale April 1st for the Cobb Master Gardeners annual garden tour. You can save $5 by purchasing during the pre-sale period. The garden tour takes place on Saturday, May 22nd, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is self-guided and you move at … [Read more...] about Cobb Master Gardeners 18th annual Garden Tour is this Saturday (save $5 with advance purchase)
Lowe’s: Register for a free butterfly garden kit on Earth Day, April 22nd
Lowe's is launching SpringFest, a month-long home and garden experience, in April, 2021. The celebration will include in-store demos, online skills sessions, and four FREE Garden-to-Go kits. You can reserve each family-friendly activity kit one … [Read more...] about Lowe’s: Register for a free butterfly garden kit on Earth Day, April 22nd
Spring plant sale at Oakland Cemetery this Saturday
You may have noticed the beautiful old greenhouse on the grounds of Oakland Cemetery. On Saturday, June 6, 2020, it will be filled with seasonal blooms that you can buy and take home to your own garden. Oakland's encore spring plant sale takes … [Read more...] about Spring plant sale at Oakland Cemetery this Saturday
Arm & Hammer gives away FREE wildflower seeds
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Arm & Hammer is bringing a little bit of color and beauty to your yard. Sign up to receive a FREE plantable seed card to grow colorful flowers in a flowerpot or your yard. To get your seeds, … [Read more...] about Arm & Hammer gives away FREE wildflower seeds
11th annual ALFI fruit tree sale plus FREE home orchard classes this Saturday
The Atlanta Local Food Initiative (ALFI) is holding its 11th annual fruit tree sale on Saturday, February 15, 2020. There will also be FREE classes on growing fruit in home gardens that day. If you'd like to pre-order your fruit trees and berry … [Read more...] about 11th annual ALFI fruit tree sale plus FREE home orchard classes this Saturday
Free rain barrel for Fulton County residents who attend workshop (pre-register by July 9th)
The City of Alpharetta and Fulton County Water Services will host a free rain barrel workshop on Saturday, July 13 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The workshop will take place at the Alpharetta Rucker Road Park and Farm, located at 860 Rucker … [Read more...] about Free rain barrel for Fulton County residents who attend workshop (pre-register by July 9th)
