AMTA Welcomes our newest member, Jay Markwalter, Executive Director at the
Lawrenceville Tourism & Trade Association.
Lawrenceville Tourism & Trade Association
P. O. Box 642
Lawrenceville, GA 30046 www.visitlawrenceville.com
Primary Rep: Jay Markwalter, Executive Director
Phone: 678-226-2639
Fax: 678-226-2646
Welcome, Jay! We are so pleased you have joined the Atlanta Metro Travel Association!
2009 AMTA Days
2009 AMTA Days at the Visitor Information Centers
Here’s a FREE opportunity to promote your hotel, attraction
or area to visitors that are already on the road traveling! We will be
having AMTA Days at the following State Visitor Centers. Bring your brochures,
give-a-ways and special offers. This promotion is being coordinated by
Candice Coco with the Alpharetta CVB. Please contact her at candice@awesomealpharetta.com to sign up!
Ringgold VIC – March 27
Lavonia VIC – May 1
Tallapoosa VIC – June 19
West Point VIC – July 17
Mark Your Calendar - April AMTA General Meeting
The next meeting will be on Wednesday, April 1st.
So, mark your calendar!
Winter Chautauqua 2009 Educational Conference will be held March
1-2, 2009at the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center
(Dalton, GA). More info to follow in early January.
WINTER CHAUTAUQUA REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Winter Chautauqua has proven to be one of the most affordable “bang
for the buck” tourism conferences in Georgia!
Visit the website for details at www.WinterChautauqua.com.
One of the best things about attending Winter Chautauqua is the NETWORKING! This
is a great opportunity to find face time with your business associates and colleagues – brainstorm
ideas, find out how others are addressing your same issues, etc.
PLUS, the planned sessions always stir up questions and comments
of valuable information. And each presenter is ready to give you one or
more take-aways you can easily implement into your organization and marketing
efforts.
The main conference is Monday, March 2nd, but don’t miss out on the Sunday,
March 1st event as well. For a total of $75 you can get in on the
whole experience! (Monday only - $55)
Special Offers
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TICKETS
Tickets for AMTA members are just $12 in the Main
Orchestra sections 2-3-4-5 March 5-6-7, 2009 – 8pm Robert Spano,
conducting, Jennifer Koh, violin Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus
Wagner: Tristan und Isolde – Prelude
and Liebestod
“The Scenic South” Exhibit at the Abernathy
Arts Center. For more information call 404-303-6172.
Sandy Springs- February 21, 2009
Family Reunion Workshop - This quarterly workshop
hosted by Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism teaches you the basics for
planning a reunion that your family will always remember. Workshop is February
21, 2009 at the Courtyard by Marriott-Glenridge Perimeter Center located at 5601
Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Sandy Springs, GA. Workshop is 10AM-1PM, lunch will
be served. To register call 770-206-1446.
Sandy Springs- February 21, 2009
Alumni Reunion - Heards Ferry Elementary School, a
state School of Excellence, will hold its 40th anniversary gala Feb.
21 at 6 p.m. at The Foundry at Puritan Mills, 916 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd., Atlanta 30318.
The cost is $75.00 per person. The event includes a live and silent auction,
cash bar, live entertainment and an alumni wall of fame.
Cobb County Family Reunion Workshop Debuts February 28 EVENT: Cobb County Convention & Visitors Bureau FREE
family reunion workshop. WHEN: Saturday, February, 28 10am
to 1pm. WHERE: Doubletree Hotel Atlanta NW – Marietta
2055
South Park Place, Atlanta, Georgia, 30339-2014 WHAT: Reunion organizers typically start planning at least
one to two years ahead.
The Cobb County CVB is offering a free family reunion workshop as a 101-style
seminar. The workshop includes a "How to Plan a Family Reunion" presentation
by the CVB's Family Reunion Service Specialists and a "meet and greet" with
hospitality industry partners who specialize in family reunions.
The CVB's new Family Reunion Planning Kit entitled, A "How to" Planning
Guide for Family Reunions & Gatherings in Cobb County will be distributed
(one per family).
ADMISSION: Admission is free to anyone who is planning a family reunion
in Cobb County, but seating is limited to two guests per reunion. A complimentary
lunch will be served.
Reservations are required. Please contact Kathy Buske at 678-303-2624 or kbuske@cobbcvb.com for
reservations.
