Come run along the Southwest of the Atlanta BeltLine!
Check out the progress of the Westside Trail at the Run.Walk.GO! Southwest 5K on July 11, 2015! Run/walk through historic West End and Westview neighborhoods, and gather your friends, coworkers, running club, neighbors, or coworkers to compete for the $500 cash purse in our team challenge.
When: Saturday, July 11, 2015, 7:30 a.m.
Where: Gordon White Park, 1350 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, 30310
Cost: Early bird cost – $30; Regular price – $35; Day of race – $40
Learn more & register: http://beltline.org/programs/better-you/running-series/2015-southwest-5k/
A group of bicyclists descended on Westview for the second annual Tour de SWAT. As part of the tour there was a stop at the historic Gordon Street Presbyterian Church, where local historic experts gave a brief presentation about Westview’s history.
Please join the Atlanta BeltLine for Westside Trail construction updates:
- Safety
- Schedule
- Construction Impacts
- General Questions
Free parking available or travel by MARTA bus #68 or #81.
For more information, contact Nathan Soldat: NSoldat@atlbeltline.org
www.beltline.org/westsidetrail
Not all neighborhood activities have to take place in the neighborhood. On a beautiful Saturday in November the Special Events Committee organized a hike for Westview neighbors at Sweetwater Creek State Park. The park is just a 20 minute drive from the neighborhood and allowed neighbors to enjoy a quick afternoon getaway while socializing with fellow residents.
To see photos of the Sweetwater Creek State Park hike view the photo gallery below or visit the Westview Facebook page.
Please join the Atlanta BeltLine to meet the contractor and have a community conversation to discuss:
- Safety
- Construction Sequencing and Schedule
- Construction Access Points
- General Questions
For more information, contact Nathan Soldat: NSoldat@atlbeltline.org
Wednesday, November 12, 2014, marked a historic milestone for Westview and southwest Atlanta as the Atlanta BeltLine broke ground on the Westside Trail. The event brought out the Atlanta BeltLine staff, Mayor Kasim Reed and city and state officials, neighborhood residents, and a whole lot of press.
The Westside Trail will be under construction for the next two years. Once complete the 3-mile path, featuring 14-foot wide concrete multi-use trail, pedestrian lighting, security cameras, landscaping, retaining walls, and 16 access points, will run from Washington Park through Westview to Adair Park.
To see photos of the BeltLine Westside Trail Groundbreaking view the photo gallery below (click “continue reading”) or visit the Westview Facebook page.
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The Atlanta BeltLine: Where Atlanta comes together to get healthy.
The Atlanta BeltLine is asking for your input in developing a fun culture of health and activity in Atlanta. Join us during any of the upcoming study group dates this October to discuss “Health on the Atlanta BeltLine.” These meetings will include an open forum presentation followed by discussions to identify, create and provide unique opportunities for healthier, more sustainable living in Atlanta BeltLine communities.
SOUTHWEST STUDY GROUP – Thursday, October 23, 2014 from 6:30pm-8pm at Fulton County Central Training, 425 Langhorn Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Weekly yoga classes will now be taking place in Westview! A group of neighbors are organizing sunset sessions every Tuesday evening at Stokes Avenue Community Park.
Details: Meet at Stokes Avenue Park with your yoga mat every Tuesday at 7:00pm for a gentle sunset stretch in the grass. Cost is $5 per person or, if there are less than 4 people in attendance, the $20 minimum hourly fee will be divided by the number of attendees (e.g. $7 each for 3 people, $10 each for 2 people, $20 for a one-on-one session). In case of inclement weather the class will take place at a neighbor’s house – please email info@westviewatlanta.com for address.
Location: Stokes Avenue Community Park, 1556 Stokes Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30310
Time: 7:00pm to 8:00pm
To learn more about the yoga instructor, Xan, visit her website: http://www.xantaryn.com/yoga.html
The Atlanta BeltLine released artist renderings showing how upcoming Westside Trail will look when complete. One set of renderings show what the rail corridor will look like after the trail is constructed and the second set shows how the corridor will look in the future with transit.
The Atlanta BeltLine also posted the 100% complete Westside Trail construction plans on their website for contractor bidding. Final bids are due August 22nd. Construction is scheduled to begin this fall.
Westside Trail at Lucile | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail at Lucile with Transit | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail at Kroger and RDA | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail at Kroger and RDA with Transit | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail at MLK | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail MLK with Transit | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail White and Lawton with Transit | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail Stafford Street Park | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail Holderness with Transit | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
Westside Trail Allene | Source: Atlanta BeltLine
