Dear Belmont Park Bridge Residents,
Happy New Year! We hope your 2024 is off to a fantastic start. As we dive into the new year, we’re excited to bring you updates and events of what’s happening at Belmont Park Bridge and in the Alpharetta community.
One of the most exciting things we’ve done in a while is about to come to fruition at Belmont. Have you ever heard of Little Free Library? Get ready because we are about to have one here at Belmont Park Bridge. The concept is “Take a Book, Share a Book.” We will have a ribbon cutting soon and want everyone who loves to read to be involved – so please stay tuned!
Resolutions
Are you a resolution maker? Do your resolutions include getting fit? Belmont Park Bridge is fortunate to have a 24-hour fitness center for our residents and also be located near all things Alpharetta, including the Big Creek Greenway. January and February are the perfect months to bundle up, get outside, and walk!
Here’s the link to the (really cool) Big Creek Greenway Map.
If hiking isn’t your thing, check out these awesome things to do in and around Alpharetta:
Exercise Events Around Alpharetta
Avalon on Ice: 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm every day
Total Fitness: January 12 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am. A fun and interactive step class that includes lightweight exercises. All equipment provided. This class is free.
Move with Erika/Zumba: January 16 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Get up and dance with Erika as she teaches Zumba for all ages. This class is free. Preston Ridge Community Center
Yoga with Magda: January 16 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Available for all ages. Various yoga flows. Bring your mat. Wills Park Recreation Center
New Amenity
Have you noticed the recently installed vacuum in our car care area? We are so happy to be able to provide you with another great amenity!
Team Spotlight
Have you had a chance to meet our newest maintenance team member, Amaurys? If you see him out and about, or he stops by to address a maintenance issue, be sure to say Hi! Welcome to our team Amaurys!
Recipe of the Month: Mexican Hot Chocolate
Warm up your winter evenings with a delicious cup of Mexican Hot Chocolate. Here’s a simple recipe to try:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream and cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Warm the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it steams but doesn’t boil.
- Add the chopped chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, and chili powder to the saucepan. Whisk until the chocolate melts, and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and garnish with whipped cream and cinnamon sticks if desired.
Enjoy this delightful treat on chilly evenings – the perfect blend of sweetness and warmth.
We hope you make the most of the events and activities happening in Alpharetta this January and February. As always, feel free to contact the Belmont team if you have any questions or suggestions.
Wishing you a wonderful start to the new year!
Best regards,
Sonya Sandoval, Community Manager & the Belmont Park Bridge Team
