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Inside Scoop on Centennial Park Ice Skating

Field Trips with Sue — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:59:00 GMT

What: Centennial Park Outdoor Ice Rink When: Nov. 14 - Jan. 31 Where: Centennial Olympic Park Cost: $7 to skate and $2 for skate rental, Click here for discounts and see how you could win... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Weekend and Thanksgiving Activities Highlight Better Mornings Segment

Field Trips with Sue — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:49:00 GMT

I always love to see who's in the studio when I do the Better Mornings Atlanta segments. This morning they had Sean, a professional bull rider from Summerville, Ga. who is in town for the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Toddler Thursday's Fun for Everyone

Field Trips with Sue — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:20:00 GMT

What: Toddler Thursdays Where: High Museum of Art When: Thusdays from 11 am - 3 pm Cost: Included in the price of admission. Admission at the High is $18 for adults, $11 for children 6 - 17 and Under... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Gobble Jog at Marietta Square

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:17:09 GMT

Want to work up a serious appetite on Thanksgiving Day? Sign up to participate in the Gobble Jog at Glover Park (Marietta Square). The event features a 5K and 10K walk/run, a 1K walk/run and the Tot Trot for kids 5 and under. The Gobble Jog 10K will be certified as a qualifier for seeding [...]...(read more)

Kids Day at the Thrashers This Sunday

Field Trips with Sue — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What: Atlanta Thrashers Tickets Where: Phillips Arena When: Thrashers Kids Day Nov. 22, Mar. 7 & 14 Free Tickets for Your Birthday Cost: FREE with some restrictions My... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Princesses Free at Georgia Aquarium this Weekend

Field Trips with Sue — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:37:00 GMT

What: Princess Day at the Aquarium When: Saturday, Nov. 21, Princess activities from 10 - 4 pm Where: Georgia Aquarium Cost: Free for the princesses 12 and under who wear a princess costume or... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

New to Atlanta? How to Get Involved

saracheshire — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 02:38:00 GMT

It can be hard relocating to a new place, and Atlanta has its share of people from around the country.

So what do you do to get involved and meet people?

Check Access Atlanta, Creative Loafing and Atlanta.net for event listings. Access Atlanta also has a weekly email of top bets for the weekend.
For those up for last minute ideas, Creative Loafing offers their picks of the top 5 things to do daily.
With the mild climate, outdoor activities can be done most year round. There are regular groups who jog, bike and skate, with organized tennis, kickball, soccer leagues and more along with lots of 5ks at various festivals. Check the Atlanta Track Club, active.com, Atlanta Bicycle Coalition, GOKickball or do an online search for your favorite sport. Tennis courts are throughout the city, some free, for playing as well, and sports fields at Grant Park and Piedmont Park can be rented.
If you like watching spots, there are some good local bars where you might come across other big fans - Taco Mac, Stats, Brewhouse to name a few.
Volunteering is another way to meet people. Hands on Atlanta is a large central charity information group, and many environmental projects are available as well -- check out Earth Share of Georgia and Idealist.org for more event and volunteer ideas. Some larger organizations with regular volunteer opportunities include Piedmont Park, Trees Atlanta, Woodruff Arts Center, and the Fox Theatre.
Politically, there are open neighborhood and planning meetings, Young Republicans and Young Democrats to get you started. Most neighborhoods have associations as well.
Local mainstream radio stations often host and run events, so listen to the radio or check out some of the local stations online such as Star 94, 92.9 Dave FM and Kiss 104.1
The alternative and local arts scene is alive and well. Wonderroot connects several art communities and regular shows/events are at Eyedrum. Many restaurants and neighborhoods have art strolls (such as Castleberry Hill) and art openings (such as Young Blood Gallery) on regular basis. Or if you play an instrument, there are several community orchestras, bands and choirs.
If you like food and writing, you can write/read reviews on Yelp.com and attend some of their meetups and recommended events. Wine and beer tastings occur all over the city too and live music and drinking at the Sweetwater Brewery.
The literary-minded have options for poetry and spoken word jams and readings. See the Apache Cafe', Atlanta Writer's Club or Poetry Atlanta.
There are plenty of places to social dance and take classes, which can provide a large community of people to meet. Check out the Atlanta Swing Era Dance Association and Georgia Tech has a fairly inclusive salsa dance guide. Tango and contradance have good followings as well.
Taking classes or getting more professional development is another way to meet people. Callanwalde and Emory Center for Lifelong Learning have adult classes, and several language institutes are around the city such as the Goethe Center and the French Cultural Center have classes and events.
Or go to meetup.com for hobby groups in just about all other areas that are not listed here

Official Start of the 2nd Conference of Fashion Incubators

Fashion Hatchery — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:40:00 GMT

Boogaloos and French Connection

Fashion Hatchery — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:37:00 GMT

French Connection and Boogaloos team up for

Fashion Over Atlanta

November 12th - November 15th

French Connection Trunk Show

Baby Soft sweaters we all love...

The must have pieces from the Fall & Holiday Collection

All at Boogaloos

Do not miss it!

P.S. Get a FREE gift with any French Connection purchase.

Pumpkin Pancakes, Egg Nog French Toast and more at J. Christopher’s

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:54:53 GMT

J. Christopher’s is a great restaurant to treat out of town guests and now that the holidays are approaching, you can enjoy dishes packed with festive flavors. My family recently gathered there for breakfast. As soon as I entered and saw Pumpkin Pancakes dusted with powdered sugar listed as the special, I knew exactly what to order. My [...]...(read more)

See the Braves Museum and Hall of Fame FREE

Field Trips with Sue — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

What: Atlanta Braves MuseumImage by pvsbond via Flickr Where: Turner Field When: Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 am - 2 pm Cost: FREE Braves fans, here's a chance to learn about the franchise history and see... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Free Crafts and Photo with Santa at Bass Pro Shops

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:17:01 GMT

Now thru December 24th, kids can enjoy Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops. They can make free holiday crafts and take a free photo with Santa! Since the store is near Discover Mills Mall you can go holiday shopping while you are in the area. Here’s the schedule: November 14th and 15th – Chrismoose Ornament November 21st and 22nd [...]...(read more)

Visit Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops FREE

Field Trips with Sue — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

What: Santa's Wonderland When: Now through Dec. 24 Where: Bass Pro Shops Cost: FREE Bass Pro Shops have some great free activities and the latest is Santa's Wonderland. There are free games and... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Journey Back in Time with Free Activities For Families

Field Trips with Sue — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:45:00 GMT

What: Folk Tales by the Rails Where: The Depot in Kennesaw When: Saturday, Nov. 14, 4 pm - 9:30 pm Cost: FREE This event, which I originally saw on Atlanta on the Cheap, looks like a ton of fun.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Centennial Park Skating Rink Opens - FTWS Giving Tickets Away

Field Trips with Sue — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:47:00 GMT

What: Centennial Park Ice Skating RinkImage by hoyasmeg via Flickr Where: Centennial Olympic Park When: Begins Sat., Nov. 14 Cost: $7 per person for 90 mins. of skate time, Skate rental is $2 (see... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Turkey Cupcakes from Betty Crocker

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:00:18 GMT

I made Betty Crocker’s Turkey Cupcakes for Thanksgiving last year and they were a huge hit. They would be great to serve after the family football game or the day before Thanksgiving. That way they don’t have to compete with the Pumpkin pie and other traditional favorites! Here’s what you’ll need… 1 box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® devil’s [...]...(read more)

Holiday Lights at Centennial Olympic Park

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:13:50 GMT

Centennial Park lights up for the holidays starting November 14th through January 3rd. It’s free to see the park decked out with thousands of lights from 7:00am – 11:00pm daily including Thanksgiving Day and Christmas. Don’t forget to enjoy ice skating at Centennial Olympic Park while you are there! What: Holiday in Lights Where: Centennial Olympic Park, 265 [...]...(read more)

Holidays in the Atlanta Botanical Gardens

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:25:15 GMT

Visit the Atlanta Botanical Gardens for their Holidays in the Garden festivities. Kids can take a ride on The Botanical Express set to depart on a journey around the Great Lawn. It runs on weekends and select weekdays throughout Holidays in the Garden. $2 per ride (children under 3 ride free with a paid adult.) While [...]...(read more)

Ice Skating at Centennial Olympic Park

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:14:33 GMT

When I was younger, I used to take ice skating lessons. I thoroughly enjoyed learning how to twirl and dance on the ice. Centennial Olympic Park offers everyone a chance to get in touch with their inner child. Skate along to holiday music with family and friends at Atlanta’s only outdoor ice skating rink. What: Holiday Ice Skating Where: Centennial [...]...(read more)

Freebies Highlight Better Mornings Atlanta Segment

Field Trips with Sue — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:47:00 GMT

This mornings Field Trips with Sue segment featured lots of upcoming freebies including: Target Free Day at Imagine It! The Children's Museum of AtlantaFree Admission times at the Center for... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)

Holiday Afternoon Tea with Santa at the Ritz

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:14:37 GMT

Afternoon Tea at the Ritz-Carlton is a wonderful experience. I treated my mom to a Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea there and we thoroughly enjoyed it. With Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner, the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead is now offering a Holiday Afternoon Tea for children. Bring the kiddies and warm up with an afternoon of tea and [...]...(read more)

Fun Find !

Fashion Hatchery — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:20:00 GMT

Today, I happened upon the local TJMaxx in Buckhead Loop. I love looking at the hangbags, particularly the clutches. I found this Cole Haan Sophie Velvet clutch in blue and green. Holidays are just around the corner. Carrying it would be a perfect way to glam up skinny jeans, stilettos, and a tuxedo blazer or a dainty evening dress. It's under a hundred bucks too!

50 Days of Holiday Traditions

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:13:20 GMT

The Atlanta Convention Bureau website has another fabulous list of fun things to do in Atlanta. This list features Atlanta holiday traditions and good ole Holiday fun. Take a look at the Atlanta Convention Bureau’s holiday calendar for highlighted events such as: The Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker at the Fox Theater, December 11 – 27 A Christmas Carol at the [...]...(read more)

Stone Mountain Christmas

Fun Things to Do in Atlanta — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:40:24 GMT

Christmas comes to life during a Stone Mountain Christmas as Crossroads®, at the base of Stone Mountain, is decked out with more than two million lights. Gather the family, young and old, for a holiday tradition featuring the Polar Express™ 4D Experience, two new holiday shows, A Crossroads® Christmas Carol, The Gift Train Show, the [...]...(read more)

Pirate Weekend at Fernbank - See it FREE

Field Trips with Sue — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:52:00 GMT

What: Pirate Weekend Where: Fernbank Museum of Natural History When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 10 - 2 pm Sunday, Nov. 8, 12 - 3 pm Cost: FREE for Bank of America Customers, $15 adults, $13... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...(read more)