BeltLine Moves Forward; Streetcar Approaches
By: Jess Windham Living in Virginia-Highland, we have the good fortune of having nearby access to the BeltLine Eastside Trail. Whether you want to walk up to our newest, closest brewery Orpheus, bike to the soon-to-be-connected Historic Fourth Ward Park, or roller blade down to Chomp and Stomp for some chili, the BeltLine provides a…
John Howell Park and Triangle Island Showcase Summer Color, New Plants
Has anyone else noticed the summer color exploding at the triangle island, and the wonderful new plants that have been installed at John Howell Park? Thanks to the efforts of Nonie Daniels (landscape design and installation), Anthony DeVingo (weekly maintenance) and resident volunteers, the triangle island in front of Taco Mac and Murphy’s is looking…
A Conversation with Debra Markham of The Suzuki School
The Suzuki School opened its doors locally in 1976, introducing a new age of early childhood education to Atlanta residents. The Suzuki approach took much from the philosophy and teachings of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, a world renowned music educator who revolutionized music education for the young with the belief that learning begins at birth, and…
We’d Like Your Opinion, Please
The VHCA is considering installing a solar powered radar speed sign in our neighborhood. You may have seen these signs along the Byway and on Lenox Road. They flash your speed at you as you pass but don’t record anything and don’t take photographs. You can learn more about the device we’re considering by clicking…
NPU-F Takes Stand Against Sidewalk Repair Price Increase
At its Monday night meeting, NPU-F reacted strongly against the City’s proposal to nearly triple the price it charges to repair sidewalks. The proposed price is $10.28/sq. ft. compared to the current $3.90/sq. ft. In Virginia-Highland, where the VHCA has worked with property owners for three years to improve our sidewalks, this increase would surely…
City Council to Consider VaHi Master Plan in July
After unanimous adoption by the VHCA board in April and overwhelming support at the NPU-F vote in May, the Virginia-Highland Master Plan will next be considered at the Atlanta City Council Community Development Committee meeting on Tuesday July 15, 2014 at 12:30 pm. The meeting will be held at City Hall in Committee Room #2.…
Turtle Nest Found in Orme Park
While walking their dogs in Orme Park recently, Paige Cucchi and her husband Sean saw something you don’t see every day: a snapping turtle laying her eggs in the middle of the walking path on the park’s northeastern edge (across from 818 Brookridge). The Cucchi’s placed some sticks and warning tape around the nest to…
Bring a Neighbor to Maiden Trail’s Upcoming Workdays
Passing along the following from VaHi resident Alicia Cardillo: The Maiden Trail Conservation Group was recently awarded a Love Your Block grant from the City of Atlanta to further expand cleanup efforts for Maiden Trail. This group of neighbors began their efforts in January by hosting trash pick-up and brush-clearing workdays to make the area…
VaHi Safety Team Report: June 16, 2014
The Terrible Road Rage Incident in Piedmont Heights I would think that by now, most everyone in the metro area is familiar with the road rage incident on Flagler Avenue in Piedmont Heights that has left cyclist Greg Germani in critical condition at Grady Hospital – but it bears repeating. The details are at http://www.decaturish.com/2014/06/apd-releases-video-vehicle-hit-cyclist/. This video came…
Summerfest 2014 Photos
Anyone enjoy Summerfest this past weekend? We sure did, and by all accounts it was another successful festival. Here are links to a few Google albums with photos from this year’s festival we thought you might enjoy viewing. Thanks to Lola Carlisle for contributing to this collection. We didn’t get to take as many pictures…
VaHi Postal Worker Needs Your Help
Belinda Ferrell, a ray of sunshine in Virginia-Highland, is in need. Belinda is one of the mail carriers in VaHi. Belinda’s Stockbridge home burned on May 20th, and she and her daughters lost all of their belongings. They are currently living in a hotel while the insurance details are worked out. If Belinda is not…
APS Names Timothy Guiney New Grady Principal
Atlanta Public Schools named Timothy Guiney as the new principal of Grady High School at its June 2 meeting. Click here to read a letter from Mr. Guiney to the Grady community. Congratulations, Timothy Guiney, and welcome to Grady!
VaHi Safety Team Report: June 2, 2014
By: John Wolfinger Summerfest!! I would think that everyone in VaHi knows that this weekend, June 6, 7 and 8 is our annual neighborhood celebration of summer – but this serves to notify anyone who is not aware. This weekend also serves as a great chance to get to know more of your neighbors by…
City Council District Six Newsletter
Here’s a link to City Councilperson Alex Wan’s latest newsletter, which includes updates on: ATLVision 2015 Infrastructure Bond 2015 Budget Update: Millage Rate New Monroe Dr. Crosswalk Protocol Bike Boxes – What’s All the Green Paint About? Love Your Block Grants in District Six Jazz Festival Rescheduled for June 22 Neighborhood Spotlight: Virginia-Highland (yes, we’re…
Preview: 2014 Summerfest Store Merchandise
Just to get you a little more in the mood for Summerfest – which, if you didn’t know, is this weekend – we thought we’d give you a glimpse at some of what will be for sale at this year’s Summerfest Store. In addition to the Men’s and Ladies Summerfest t-shirts featuring the 2014 logo,…
Traffic Alert: Atlanta Moon Ride
The second annual Atlanta Moon Ride will be held this Friday June 13 and will pass through Virginia-Highland. The 6.5 mile ride starts at Park Tavern at 10 PM and proceeds up Kanuga to Virginia Ave. where it turns left. The ride continues along Virginia, taking a right turn at N. Highland Ave. The ride…
Ride Your Bike to Summerfest and Park for Free!
If you’ve attended Summerfest before, you know that finding car parking during the festival can be a challenge. So, why not bike to Summerfest? This year the VHCA is partnering with the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition and the Virginia-Highland Church to provide FREE secured bike valet parking during festival hours on Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8.…
2014 Atlanta BeltLine Bicycle Tour Set for June 14
Passing along the following from our friends at the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership: The Atlanta Beltline Partnership and the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition are teaming up for the 7th Annual Atlanta BeltLine Bicycle Tour on Saturday, June 14, 2014. Featuring “The Full Atlanta BeltLine” 27-mile route and “Atlanta BeltLine East Meets West” 16-mile route, the Tour will celebrate cycling and the…
Orpheus Brewing Launches Midtown Tasting Room
Passing this notice along from our new neighbors at Orpheus Brewing. Welcome to the ‘hood, gang! The era of Atlanta being a one-brewery town feels so distant, it’s almost mythical. And with major growth in the last year alone, the craft beer scene in this city is becoming one of legends. That growth includes our…
Virginia-Highland Master Plan Approved at NPU-F
The Virginia-Highland Master Plan was overwhelmingly approved in a resident vote at the Monday May 19 meeting of NPU-F at the Hillside Center. The final tally was 72 votes for and 5 votes against. Adopted unanimously by the Virginia-Highland Civic Association Board of Directors at its April 17th meeting, the Plan will move next to…
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