ART Station Presents January 22 Gallery Art Stroll in Stone Mountain Village

On Saturday, January 22 ART Station will present an art stroll through the three ART Station Galleries and the two Arts Incubator Galleries on Main Street (including 4 studio spaces) from 7 – 9 p.m. The event is free and is open to the public, but it is a ticketed event.

Tickets may be picked up at ART Station (5384 Manor Drive) or the Center Town Gallery at 951 A Main Street, or at the North Town Gallery at 977 Main Street. Tickets may also be picked up at any of the Galleries on the evening of the event.

The Art Stroll includes the following shows and galleries: ART Station Galleries at 5384 Manor Drive presenting “Choosing Joy” by Bailey Jack. Cartersville self taught artist Bailey Jack paints images that wrap around happiness in lazy days, innocent animals, St. Francis and Southern Americana; Metal Sculpture works of Dennis Primm. Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, but with strong Hawaiian roots are ever present in his creations Dennis Primm transforms the rigid iron into peaceful, flowing pieces, reminiscent of island breezes and ocean waves and an exhibition of works from over 30 ART Station Member Artists. The Stroll continues and includes the Center Town Gallery located at 951 A Main Street which houses the studios of Debbie Thigpen (enamel and stain glass) & Tracie Hawkins (quilting and painting). A block North on Main Street, patrons will discover the North Town Gallery housing the studios of potters Angie Williams and Susan Ryles.

Music, light food and drink is provided for the Art Stroll.

For additional information call 770 469 1105 or visit the web site at www.artstation.org. ART Station is located at 5384 Manor Drive in Stone Mountain Village.

Stories with Santa - December 18, 2010 At The ART Station

Santa Claus tells us he loves Stone Mountain Village. Besides his home at the North Pole, Stone Mountain is his next favorite. So Santa has decided to hold a very special event at one of his favorite places in town, ART Station. The Elves have been hard at work and the event has been planned. All boys and girls, parents, grandparents and friends are invited to attend "Stories with Santa" from 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 18.

Santa and his Elves invite you to come to ART Station (5384 Manor Drive) for lunch, and a performance in the Theatre by the "Jolly Ole Elf" himself. After the performance, Santa has arranged for good boys and girls to "whisper their Christmas wishes" into his ear.

For more information, visit the ART Station.

Stone Mountain Village's Christmas Tour of Homes on December 11, 2010

Stone Mountain Woman’s Club will be presenting their “Christmas Tour of Homes” from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM with lunch included in your ticket donation price of $20. Lunch will be served from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at their clubhouse on E. Mountain Street next to Stone Mountain Park.

Included in the tour are 5 homes in the Stone Mountain Village area and one in Smokerise. You may purchase your tickets from any Club Member or at the Stone Mountain OPO Emporium (5379 E. Mountain St.), ART Station, or the Visitor’s Center in the red caboose.

ART Station to Present November 13 Gallery Art Stroll

On Saturday, November 13 ART Station will present an art stroll through the three ART Station Galleries and the two Arts Incubator Galleries on Main Street (including 5 studio spaces) from 7 – 9 p.m. The event is free and is open to the public, but it is a ticketed event.

The Art Stroll includes the following shows and galleries: ART Station Galleries at 5384 Manor Drive presenting members from the Cotton Boll Quilters Guild, the Tannery Row Artists Galleries from Buford, GA and an exhibition of works from over 30 ART Station Member Artists. The Stroll continues and includes the Center Town Gallery located at 951 A Main Street which houses the studios of Debbie Thigpen (enamel and stain glass), Tracie Hawkins (quilting and painting) and Clarissa Horton (painting). A block North on Main Street, patrons will discover the North Town Gallery housing the studios of potters Angie Williams and Susan Ryles. Music, light food and drink provided for the Art Stroll.

For more information, visit ART Station. 

ART Station Celebrates its 25th Anniversary

ART Station is proud to announce its 25th anniversary this year. On August 28th, from 7-9, ART Station will be having a celebration party. The celebration will be held at ART Station located at 5384 Manor Drive in Stone Mountain Village.

The "Good Witches of East Mountain Street" are hosting the evening's event which includes an old fashioned pig pickin' with all the trimmings (hog killin' cake too), live music from the Centennial Jazz Trio, a caricature artist, a drawing for $2,500 cash, food, a cash bar and of course lots of fun! Admission for the event is $25 or the donation of a silent auction item for the 2011 "Raising of the Green." ART Station has created gift registries at Macy's, Bed Bath & Beyond, Target and Wal-Mart for this event.

You can donate items purchased from one of these registries or an item not on the registry valued at $25 or more. Donations of gift cards/gift certificates (especially Home Depot and Lowe’s) are greatly appreciated. Tickets to the event may be purchased at ART Station or on line at www.artstation.org. Dress is casual.

Grillin' In The Village BBQ Festival Coming June 19th To Stone Mountain Village

For nearly forty years, Stone Mountain Village has hosted a festival on Father’s Day weekend and this year is no exception.

The 2010 Grillin’ in the Village BBQ Festival all day on June 19th will be one of the biggest in the Village’s history and will include a professional and backyard BBQ competition, live music into the night, a classic car show and arts and crafts.

For more info, visit Stone Mountain Village.

Grillin’ in the Village BBQ Festival - June 19th at Stone Mountain Village

For nearly forty years, Stone Mountain Village has hosted a festival on Father’s Day weekend and this year is no exception. The 2010 Grillin’ in the Village BBQ Festival all day on June 19th will be one of the biggest in the Village’s history and will include a professional and backyard BBQ competition, live music into the night, a classic car show and arts and crafts.

The music will begin at 11am and flow into the night with several bands from around the Atlanta area that are sure to please every taste including The Charlie Wooten Band and The Blind Willie's Revue: The Shadows, Sandra Hall & Luther “Houserocker”.

If you are into classic cars this festival will suit you as well. As part of the Village Cruise-In series, the South DeKalb Street Rodders will partner up to bring some of the best cars in the area. There will be other activities as well including a kids area, arts and crafts, and food for every taste including some of the best BBQ in Atlanta.

For more information, visit Grillin’ in the Village BBQ Festival.

Stone Mountain Village to Unveil New Brand

For several months the Main Street program in Stone Mountain Village has been working to develop a new brand for the city and they are set to unveil that brand on June 10th to show it off to the city and surrounding communities. The celebration will take place at the Historic Rock Gym which is located adjacent to the Champion Middle School at the corner of Mimosa Street and Ridge Avenue beginning at 7pm.

The brand will include a new logo and tagline in addition to designs for new signage, a website, and promotional materials along with several new ads. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the branding party at the gym which will include drinks and food along with goodies to be given way and raffled.

For more information, visit Main Street Stone Mountain or call (770) 498-7334.

Stone Mountain Village Walk & WIne Tour and Car Show

Join the merchants of Stone Mountain Village for their 2010 “Walk & Wine Tour” beginning April 17th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and continuing on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Spend an evening exploring the unique shops, restaurants and galleries in Historic Stone Mountain Village while enjoying a sampling of a variety of wines. Participating shops and galleries offer a tasting of various wines, and delectable treats. Each month wines provided will be from local shops for your enjoyment. Each month a new and exciting prized will be offered for visitors who visit five shops.

In addition to the Walk and Wine the South DeKalb Street Rodders will be hosting their 2010 Car Shows and Cruises in downtown Stone Mountain from 5-8 on April 17th. Come out, bring your family and friends and enjoy a wonderful afternoon within the Village of Stone Mountain.

The Village of Stone Mountain is located in the City of Stone Mountain one exit prior to Stone Mountain Park on Highway 78 East.

Stone Mountain Village Gospel Fest - March 27th

On March 27th the City of Stone Mountain will be alive with the sounds of gospel music. Main Street Stone Mountain will host its first annual Gospel Fest on Saturday, March 27th on the pavilion lawn just behind Main Street in Downtown Stone Mountain Village. The event will start at 3:00 PM with opening remarks from the Mistress of Ceremonies Ms. Jo Johnson and a performance by praise dancer Marstevion. Gospel Fest will last approximately three hours, ending at 6:00 PM, and will include selections from each of the six acts invited to the event.

The six acts will perform a selection of gospel music, including some classic songs and some original work. Acts include soloists Michael Harden and Q Coleman, Voices of Faith choir from Pillars of Faith Church, the New Day Trio, the For Eternity Adult Choir from For Eternity Christian Church and the Shermantown Community Choir.

This event is free to the public and is not only a great way to celebrate the holiday season but also a great chance to hear live music from some exceptional singers. As this is an outdoor event, in case of inclement weather the event will be rescheduled for April 10th at the same time and location. There will be plenty of lawn seating so people are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets to spread out on the lawn.

For more information contact Main Street Stone Mountain at (770) 498-7334 or mainstreetstone@bellsouth.net.

Bluegrass, Old Time Music And Folk Dancing In Stone Mountain Village

On Saturday March 27, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Village of Stone Mountain the First Annual Bluegrass, Old-time Music and Country Dance Festival will be held. The Family Friendly Fun Festival is free of charge. There will be music and dance in the Village of Stone Mountain (not in the park) all day! Band contests, Bluegrass and Old-time jamming will happen throughout the village in stores, restaurants and “on the corners”. The bands will play competitively under the BIG tent located just behind the Visitor Center.

In addition to Bluegrass and Old Time instrumental music, community dancing will be featured. A little flatfoot, buck, clogging and contra will be featured. Bring your lawn chairs, your dancing shoes, friends and family and join in the FREE FUN under the BIG tent and all up and down the way. And, while in the Village, visit the restaurants and merchants.

Festival Schedule:
10:00-1:00 Old-time Band Contest (Bluegrass playing in the Village)
1:00-2:00 Community Contra and other dance
2:00- 5:00 Bluegrass Band Contest (Old-time playing in the Village)
5:00-6:30 Community dance and contest winners announced

For more info, visit Stone Mountain Village.

Stone Mountain Village Announces Streetscape Phase 1 Groundbreaking

The highly anticipated first phase of Stone Mountain Village’s streetscape improvement project is ready to break ground. The streetscape improvement project is the result of a DOT Transportation Economic Assistance grant and for more than four years, Main Street Stone Mountain and the City of Stone Mountain have been working to bring this project to fruition.

Things have been moving quickly since the beginning of the year so that Stone Mountain Village can finally receive its streetscape facelift. In less than a month’s time the City has selected a contractor and received approval from the Georgia Department of Transportation to begin construction. Main Street Stone Mountain (MSSM) and the City have been working diligently to prepare for the event, which will begin with a groundbreaking ceremony on Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 1:00PM. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend the groundbreaking portion of the ceremony. The first phase of the project includes Main Street from Manor Drive to the Health Nut.

Once the first phase is completed this section of Main Street will have a more pedestrian-friendly feel, with wider sidewalks, landscaping and space for restaurants to add outdoor dining. As part of the improvements, MSSM has been collecting sponsorships of items that will be added to the streetscape, including bricks, benches, trees and light poles. MSSM will continue to collect sponsorships until the project is complete, so there is still time to purchase an item and leave your mark on Stone Mountain Village.

For more information contact Main Street Stone Mountain at (770) 498-7334 or mailto:mainstreetstone@bellsouth.netor Richard Mailman at (770) 498-7334.

Holiday Walk and WIne at Stone Mountain Village

Join the fun at the Holiday Walk and Wine in Stone Mountain Village on Saturday, November 21, 2009. This unique event is free to the public and highlights the wonderful restaurants, shops and galleries in Historic Stone Mountain Village.

Participating shops and galleries will offer a sampling of various wines that are offered at the village restaurants as well as discounts on merchandise.

For more info, visit Stone Mountain Village.

Stone Mountain Village Christmas Celebration

The City of Stone Mountain will be holding its annual Stone Mountain Village Christmas Celebration on Thursday, November 27, 2009.

The celebration, which takes place the day after Thanksgiving every year will be held on Main Street in downtown Stone Mountain from 6 pm until 8:30 pm.

The evening will kick off at 6:00 with live Christmas music all night from The Ruby Reds Band, an arts and crafts show, holiday shopping with the downtown merchants, marshmallow roasting, and the letter writing station. Santa will arrive on his sleigh at 6:30 pm and will visit with children until he lights the Stone Mountain Christmas tree at 8 pm. The celebration will end with the fantastic fireworks finale at 8:15.

Event Schedule:
Arts and Crafts: 4-8:30
Santa’s Entrance: 6:30
Music, letter writing, marshmallow roasting 6-8:15
Lighting of the tree, and fireworks 8:15

For more information contact Main Street Stone Mountain.

The Village Oktoberfest Will Take Place On Oct. 10th and 11th in Stone Mountain Village

Stone Mountain Village will host the first annual Village Oktoberfest on October 10th and 11th, 2009 at the five way intersection in downtown Stone Mountain. Main Street will be filled with the sites and sounds of a traditional Oktoberfest molded on the enormously successful and original Oktoberfest in Munich.

The event which will take place near the corner of JBR Memorial and Main Street will feature some of the finest German dancers and musicians in the South on the Atlanta Classic Cars Stage as well as fine German food, Pepsi products, beer and wine. German arts and crafts will be on display along with activities for the children.

The musicians will include, the Atlanta Polka Band and Vince Aleandri, with the Euro Folds Dancers. A highlight of this event will be the kid friendly atmosphere which will feature activities such as pretzel making, face painting, balloons and magic, bookmark making, a moonwalk jump-around, and caramel apple dipping among other activities.

There will be a pretzel eating contest at 2pm and a costume contest which will be judged at 4 pm each day sponsored by the Village Corner German Restaurant. Admission and parking will be free. There is something for everyone at the Village Oktoberfest in Historic downtown Stone Mountain.

The Village Oktoberfest will take place from noon until 8pm on Saturday October 10th and from 1-6pm on October 11th.

For more information visit Stone Mountain Village.

Stone Mountain Village's Walk and Wine This Weekend

September 19, 2009 - 6:00 - 8:00 PM (3rd Saturday of every month)

Visitors and residents are invited to join in on the monthly "Walk and Wine" sponsored by Main Street Stone Mountain this weekend. Come sample wines from local restaurants and taste some great hors d' oeuvres. This is a free event so come to town to shop and start at the Stone Mountain Old Post Office Emporium. They will give you a list of other participating merchants; watch for the blue balloons.

Stone Mountain Village is located just outside of Stone Mountain Park. There are a number of shops, restaurants and bed & breakfasts located throughout this unique village. Make sure you make a stop at the ART Station and check out their gallery of fine art.

For more information, visit Stone Mountain Village.