Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta's Inaugural Changing the World Awards Nov. 2
To celebrate almost 100 years of Girl Scouts, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta's Changing the World Awards honors outstanding Atlanta leaders with Alumnae Achievment, as well as Lifetime Achievement & Girl Achievement Awards. Read More
Nationally-Known Media Law Speakers Sign on to Participate in Harvard-KSU Conference
The Berkman Center at Harvard Law School and Kennesaw State University bring some of nations' top Media Law Attorneys, Scholars and Journalists together for a conference on Media Law in the Digital Age. Read More
Public Forum in Gainesville to Discuss Developmental Disabilities Oct. 13
On Thursday, October 13, residents from Hall, Forsyth, Barrow, Lumpkin, White, Dawson and Jackson are welcome to share their ideas and get updates on policy and programs which affect people with developmental disabilities. Read More
The Institute of Management Consultants Announces Changes in Leadership
The Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) announced a new slate of leaders for the organization's Board of Directors today with Manola Robison, CMC and Cynthia Currence, CMC of Atlanta joining the national Board. Read More
AMA Atlanta Welcomes Scot Safon, Executive VP/CNN Worldwide, General Manager/HLN
October Signature Luncheon "Journey Beyond the Comfort Zone," is the subject of October's Signature Luncheon as we have the opportunity to learn through Scot Safon's very personal look at how a career marketer takes on the challenges of running a television network. Read More
Get Organized So You Can Think! Free Seminar
If clutter is taking over your desk, your Inbox, or your computer, learn how to get organized! Read More
Atlanta Plastic Surgeons Unveil New Fraxel Laser System at October Open House
The new Fraxel Laser system at Marietta Plastic Surgery reduces fine lines with less down time. It can help reverse the effects of sun damage, wrinkles, age spots and acne scars. Read More
Georgia State Parks' "Leaf Watch" Helps Leaf Peepers Plan Trips
To help track the changing leaves and plan autumn escapes, Georgia's State Parks has launched its Leaf Watch 2011 web site at www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/LeafWatch. Read More
Join the Healthier Lifestyle Movement & Walk For Lunch!
Guided 1 and 2-mile lunchtime walks starting from Atlanta City Hall (55 Trinity Avenue, S.W.) every Tuesday and Thursday beginning October 18. Read More
Southern Company CEO Discusses Energy Policy at the Atlanta Press Club
Tom Fanning, chairman of the board, and president and CEO of Southern Company, will be the featured guest speaker at the Atlanta Press Club Newsmaker Luncheon on Wednesday, October 12. Read More
Georgia Nursing Homes Receive Top Marks for Outstanding Customer and Employee Satisfaction
Georgia Nursing Homes Among Select Group in USA to Receive Top Marks. Read More
Green Chamber of the South Hosts "An Evening With Greenhouse Entrepreneurs"
Two companies with "green" intentions will be in the spotlight on Thursday, October 13, 2011 when the Green Chamber of the South (GCOS) hosts "An Evening With Greenhouse Entrepreneurs". Read More
"Thin is In" - Even when Referring to Wallets
The Future of Digital Wallets is the subject of AAC's October Event. Join us as Christina White discusses the current digital wallet landscape, what the future holds, as well as creating a digital wallet worth having. Read More
TiE Atlanta October 2011 Meeting: An Exploration of the Opportunities in the Health Care Industry
Our expert panel of physicians and investors will discuss the innovations, technology and information explosion that is changing the business of medicine, so let's meet one of the featured panelist for the upcoming October Meeting. Read More
Turner Broadcasting's Misty Skedgell shares Managing the PR, Advertising & Marketing Mix
Getting heard requires a communications strategy that serves up your messages via multiple, integrated vehicles. Hear strategic insight from Turner Broadcasting on how it stays on the front lines of integrated communications. Read More
Atlanta City Council President Ceasar Mitchell hosts Alfred "Tup" Holmes Golf Classic
President Mitchell and nationally acclaimed amateur golfer Mariah Stackhouse and other professional athletes will join members of the Alfred "Tup" Holmes family for the tournament. Event starts at 10 a.m. Read More
Georgia Aquarium Hosts Sixth Annual Aqua Vino Wine Tasting Event
Wine and food enthusiasts will enjoy and sample more than 200 fine wines from around the world, gourmet food from Atlanta's premier restaurants, a live, silent and wine auction, as well as lively music. Read More
Fulton County Presents "Home Sweet Home" Important Tax Exemption Information for Seniors
Fulton County Housing and Community Development will host "Home Sweet Home" Important Tax Exemption Information for Seniors on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. Read More
Wells Fargo CEO Discusses the Banking Industry at the Atlanta Press Club
Chairman, President and CEO of Wells Fargo John Stumpf will be the featured guest speaker at the Atlanta Press Club Newsmaker Luncheon on Monday, October 24. Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) is the presenting sponsor. Read More
Windsong Properties Closes Out at Somerset in Woodstock
Windsong Properties has closed out at Somerset in Woodstock. The community offers many activities to fit the lifestyles of active adults. Read More
Number of U.S. Web Design Jobs: 200,870
Number of U.S. Programming Jobs: 1,336,300
Web Designers median salary: $47,820
Web Programmer's median salary: $85,430
(WIX.com)
Steve Jobs net worth: $7 billion
(Forbes)
In a Down Economy, Fewer Births
Number of births in the U.S. in 2007: 4,316,233
Number of births in the U.S. in 2010: 4,007,000
(Pew Research)
"There is often less danger in the things we fear than in the things we desire."
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