Archive for May, 2009
Redistricting and New Schools Place Communities in New School Districts for Fall 2009
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When looking for a new home in Atlanta, school district is a major aspect of the decision process. Purchasing a home in a good school district is typically a good indication of the safety of the surrounding area. Bowen Family Homes builds communities in the best school districts in Georgia. Due to redistricting and the creation of new schools, many communities will be located in new school districts come fall 2009. Here are the communities that will be located in new school districts and the schools that children of those communities will attend in August: Read More→
Bowen Family Homes Ranked Among the Best in the Nation
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In a year where the housing industry struggled due to the economy, Bowen Family Homes has survived by continuing to provide quality homes to new home buyers. Bowen Family Homes was recently ranked #39 on Builder Magazine’s 2008 Builder 100 list and #66 on Professional Builder Magazine’s 2009 Housing Giants list. Both rankings are up from last year’s rankings of 43 and 78 respectively and were determined by number of home closings in 2008. 2008 was a hard year for everyone and we are thrilled to be recognized among the best builders by two national publications. Read More→
Celebrate Memorial Day with Local Concerts Happening Next Two Weekends
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Bowen Family Homes communities are located in the most sought-after locations throughout metro Atlanta, so that residents not only enjoy their homes, but the local area as well. Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, and there are several celebratory events throughout metro Atlanta that residents of our communities can attend both this weekend and next.
This Friday, May 22, the City of Suwanee will celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a free concert at Town Center Park. Sponsored by the Gwinnett Daily Post, the family-fun evening will feature patriotic music and song by The Gwinnett Community Band and the Sugar Hill LDS Choir. A parachute demonstration will be given by members of the Silver Wings, the Command Exhibition Parachute Team that is a part of the U.S. Army Infantry based at Fort Benning, at 7:30 p.m. weather permitting. Admission is free but attendees are asked to bring a canned food item to be donated to a local food bank. You will also want to bring a picnic basket, blanket and chairs, but no alcohol is allowed. Read More→
Participate in Holly Springs’ Memorial Day 5K and Fun Run
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This Memorial Day weekend stay active by participating in Holly Springs’ Memorial Day 5K and Fun Run. Whether you are a serious runner or a person looking to have some fun, then this race is for you. The 5K will start at 8:00 a.m. at Holly Springs Elementary and finish Barrett Memorial Park. The Fun Run will start immediately following the completion of the 5K and the route consists of two laps around the Barrett Memorial Park track. Following both races, t-shirts and awards will be given out. For more information on this family-friendly event and to register for either race, visit www.hollysprings.net.
Holly Springs’ Memorial Day races are a great way to stay active this Memorial Day weekend. Our Cherokee County community, Prominence Court is not only perfect for families, but also promotes an active lifestyle with an amazing amenity package. The state-of-the-art amenities at Prominence Court include a swimming pool with cabana, playgrounds and sidewalks. After you cross the finish line, stop by Prominence Court and learn more about how Bowen Family Homes can help you maintain your active lifestyle.
Enjoy Local Flavors at the 19th Annual Taste of Alpharetta
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Don’t miss out on good food and live entertainment. Tomorow evening go to Old Milton Parkway at Willis Park and join your neighbors, family and friends for a night of local enjoyment at the 19th Annual Taste of Alpharetta. From 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. festival-goers will sample appetizers, entrees and desserts from over 50 restaurants as well as culinary demonstrations. Attendees can spread out their blankets on the Culinary Art and Music Stage lawn to enjoy competing chefs and live music. Children will enjoy a Fun Zone that will include inflatables, face painting, rock climbing, henna art and much more. Food samples are $.50 each and participating restaurants will charge $1-3 per food sample. Come enjoy a night out in downtown Alpharetta and experience the flavor of local restaurants. Read More→
