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Most animals are cute, cuddly little furballs that you just want to take home a snuggle next to; until you start messing with their young or their territory. Then you just might see another side of the cute and cuddly–the not so cute and cuddly! So, what happens when animals face a “foreclosure” on their home? They don’t go to the bank, they get angry and fight back!

And that’s exactly what you’ll get to witness when you head over to the Wood Bridge Pool this Friday, September 3rd for Friday Night Movie Night! We’ll be showing Furry Vengeance starring Brendan Fraser (Encino Man, The Mummy), Brooke Shields (The Blue Lagoon, Suddenly Susan) and Ken Jeong (Community, The Hangover).

The movie starts at dark, so get out there around 8:00 p.m. or so to get a good seat and popcorn and refreshments will also be available. Take advantage of this because fall is right around the corner and sitting poolside will be a distant memory. Check out the trailer…

The kids are back to school, but that doesn’t mean they’re out of your hair completely! They still want to go places on the weekends when they’re not playing soccer, baseball, softball or any other sports, so why not take them to the library AND then the zoo?

All residents of Fulton County are entitled to free passes to Zoo Atlanta through Atlanta-Fulton County Libraries. If you’re a resident of Fulton and you have a valid library card to one of the 33 branches in the county then you’ve got a FREE annual pass to Zoo Atlanta! That’s pretty simple, huh?

Each branch has one family pass available for checkout, so you should probably call your branch before you drive all the way up there. If it’s been a while since you visited the zoo, take the family (up to 2 adults and 4 kids 18 & under) for a good time.

If you don’t have a library card be sure to visit the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System website to find the closest branch and then can take the entire family for your Fulton county residential right Wood Bridge. Be sure to come back and let us know how it was!

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Alright everyone, school is back in session and you know what that means: football season is back! Alpharetta Raiders football is on the verge of being back in full swing. That means all the incoming seniors will be preparing for college visits and finishing up their community volunteer hours for their applications. Oh, to be in high school again.

Before we get started on Raider Football, let’s not forget about the Alpharetta High School Car & Motorcycle Show Fundraiser! Join the community this Sunday, August 29th from Noon to 5:00 p.m. in the school parking lot for a fundraiser for AHS sports! Bring your classic cars and motorcycles to the lot and win a prize. It’s only $20 per entry and you have the chance to win one of Top Ten Awards! Be sure to contact the school for more info.

Now back to football! Michael Bennett and Brandon Terry are off to UGA and Wake Forest respectively, but that doesn’t matter. We’re off to a great start, winning 10-0 against Lambert in a scrimmage last week. We face off against North Cobb High School at AHS Stadium this Friday, August 27th. The first step on our way to the State Championship!

Make sure you’re there to root on our Raiders, Wood Bridge!

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If you don’t know what Groupon is you need to read this! And if you know what Groupon is you need to read this. If you don’t know keep reading and if you do know skip down to the next paragraph. Groupon is a website that gives you random deals around the city; it could be anything from restaurants to keratin hair treatments. No matter what the deal, you get it for a huge percentage off.

Today’s deal is for a 55 minute massage from Elements Therapeutic Massage in Johns Creek for just $40! That’s a savings of $39 and I’m pretty sure it’s one of the best deals you will ever find on the web for a legit massage. Elements’ massage therapists are experts in relieving back and neck pain, reducing stress, increasing circulation and improving range of motion. Get the Groupon and experience the power of massage!

There’s only about 7 hours left to get this deal, but you have until February 2011 to use it! Plus, Elements is only a 12 minute drive from Wood Bridge!

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The Atlanta Braves are at home this weekend going up against the LA Dodgers, but so are the Gwinnett Braves. The G-Braves will be at Coolray Field taking on their long-time rivals, the Durham Bulls. Now, you can drive Downtown to the Atlanta Braves game and see a Chipper-less game, pay $12 for parking, spend about $100 on food for the family and be sitting in the upper deck. If this is your idea of a relaxing, good time then be my guest and make that trek to the Atlanta game.

Let’s look a little closer at our options. You can drive a shorter distance to see the G-Braves at Coolray Field, pay only $5 for parking spend half of what you would on food at the Ted and be 10 rows from the field. Triple-A baseball is a lot more intimate than the Majors and it’s ten times more family-oriented! They have on-field promotions about 7 innings out of the nine and your kid has a legitimate chance at participating.

So, you’re going to Coolray Field this weekend, right? Tonight’s game is at 7:05 p.m. and it’s Frito’s Family Night! Fans will be randomly selected to take part in special ballpark experiences like throwing out the first pitch and if you bring a Frito’s bag you’ll get 10% off Gwinnett Braves merchandise in the stadium store! Tell Michelle I said “Hi!” And if you can’t make it tonight there are games Saturday, August 14th and Sunday, August 15th too! Coolray Field is only a 35 minute drive from Wood Bridge.

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Come Sunday I know it’s hard to wind down from such an eventful weekend Wood Bridge, but you can and it’s not difficult at all. I know the kids had a fun summer break going to sports camps and cheerleading camps and it’s now time for them to get in bed early for school. But, why not let them live up their last Sunday in style in Atlanta at The Fabulous Fox Theatre?

The Fox is doing a little winding down of their own. This Sunday will be the last shows for this year’s Coca Cola Film Festival, but they’re definitely going out with a bang! The first film starts at 1:00 p.m. and the second starts at 6:30 p.m. What films will they be showing? Toy Story 3 is the first and then The Twilight Saga: Eclipse to conclude the festival.

You can go for a matinee and get back home in time for the kiddies to get in bed early or catch the later film if your kids or spouse are into vampires and wolves. Or both! Grab a bite to eat in Atlanta in between movies then head back home for a good night sleep!

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One of America’s favorite stage shows is back! The musical, CATS is back at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta for 8 performances only. Tickets are on sale now at the Fox Theatre box office, at all Ticketmaster locations, by calling or online. Introduce your kids to this famous live on stage musical this weekend. Enjoy the magical Mr. Mistofelees, Grizabella the Glamour Cat, Rum Tum Tugger, the mysterious Macavity and Shimbleshanks the Railway Cat as they sing, dance and prowl their way into your heart.

Performances Date and Time - Wed-Fri 8pm; Sat 11am, 3:30pm & 8pm; Sun 1:30pm & 7pm.

Fox Theatre Address – 660 Peachtree Street Northeast Atlanta, GA 30308

For More Information – Call (404) 881-2100

Thank you to all of our AWESOME RESIDENTS who came out for our Disco Pool Party tonight to support the Atlanta Food Bank! A little bit of rain didn’t stop us from having a blast! Photos will be posted early next week! Again thank you. We had a great time and hope you did to. More Pictures On Our FB Fan Page.



“Supporting Our Troops…Home and Abroad” is the 2010 parade theme.  Beginning at Alpharetta City Hall, the parade will feature marching bands, military units, floats, clowns, classic cars, and of course candy.  Free Varsity hot dogs, sodas, and fun activities at the parade end at American Legion Post 201 on Wills Rd.  Take this day to recognize the living memory of “All Veterans of All Wars.” FREE

Info: (678) 297-6000, ext. 1006 or braymond@alpharetta.ga.us

All Information From City of Alparetta Website.

Develop your inner “chi” and control everyday stresses while improving your physical and mental well-being. Why not try some Tai Chi and lunch at Elegant Attic!

Eat a healthy lunch, invigorate and energize your mind and body. Master Brain Sutton of Meditating Mantis will hold the Tai Chi session. The Elegant Attic offers a variety of food and services. Every Monday from 11:00 to 1:00 Elegant Attic will have its Garden Cafe open for lunch.  Each month they feature a different menu, so always check back for the specials.

“Tai Chi is a deep meditation, wonderful physical exercise with countless health benefits and a powerful martial art. Class also includes various Qi Gong warm-up exercises and taoist self-healing massage.” –  Meditating Mantis

Location: 1105 Canton Street, Roswell, GA 30075

Cost: Your first Tai Chi lesson with us is FREE, after that it’s $10.00 with lunch and $15 without lunch.

Contact Information: (RSVP) Email: nora@elegantattic.com Phone: (678) 261- 7988, Elegant Attic Facebook Page.

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