02-01-09
Tourism Day
Greetings AMTA Family! I just wanted to send out a hearty thank you
for your participation on Tuesday with us for Tourism Day at the Capitol! Your
smiles were a delight and your valuable time to work the booth is greatly appreciated. What
an awesome opportunity to talk about the importance of Tourism to our State Legislators. I
hope you were as excited as I was to see so many of them at the bottom of the
steps supporting Tourism Day at the Capitol! Keep the connection open with
your local officials and always thank them for all they do to support Tourism
in Georgia!
Have a great week and again, Many Thanks to You All!
Kym Hughes
AMTA Governmental Affairs Committee
The GDEcD has prepared a press release on Tourism Day for your use.
Mark Your Calendar
- The next AMTA Meeting will be held on February
4 at 9:30 a.m.
Hosted by Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism and held at the Island Ford
National Park Visitor Center 1978 Island Ford Pkwy., Atlanta, GA 30350. The meeting
will be in the mail building (Ranger Station). Enter under the covered entrance.
Click on the link to view the site map for Island Ford. http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/upload/2006IslandFordB&W.pdf (ATTACHED)
Agenda:
Networking 9:30 a.m.
Meeting 10 a.m.-12 noon
Welcome: Kym Hughes, Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism
Program: 2009 AMTA Program of Work, committees will present
detailed plans for 2009. This is a great opportunity to get involved and learn
what impact AMTA can have on your 2009 business. Door prizes are provided by
Where Publications.
Directions:
Northbound GA 400 - Take exit #6 (Northridge Road). Coming off the exit, stay
in the right lane, cross over GA 400, and turn right onto Dunwoody Place. Go
0.5 miles to Roberts Drive. Turn right and proceed 0.7 miles to the park entrance
on your right.
Southbound GA 400 - Take exit #6 (Northridge Road). Continue straight ahead at
the traffic light onto Dunwoody Place. Go 0.5 miles to Roberts Drive. Turn right
and proceed 0.7 miles to the park entrance on your right.
Call the Visitor Contact Station at 678-538-1200 if
you have any questions about location.
AMTA meeting contact: Kym Hughes, Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism, 770-206-1436
- Winter Chautauqua 2009 Educational Conference will be held March
1-2, 2009 at 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)
Press Room
Looking for Help:
Judy Renfroe is still seeking full time employment but available for project
work. If you need help with small or large projects give her a call at
770.579.8264.
Upcoming AMTA Member Events:
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
Historic Marietta Trolly Co.
2-1-09 Chickamauga Caravan Driving Tour 9:00-3:30pm
Chickamauga National Battlefield Tour:
Learn the history of this 1863 battle that had almost 36,000 casualties. This
is a great time to tour the battlefield as the views are not obstructed by all
the foliage. This is a caravan driving tour.
Historic Marietta Trolly Co.
2-6-09 Scary-etta Trolley Ghost Tour 8:00-9:30pm
Scary-etta:
Step aboard the trolley for a spirited 90 minute fully-narrated ride through
Marietta. Learn the history of Marietta though the eyes of the dearly departed. Hear
stories of the ghosts residing in the Kennesaw House and the story of the haunted
Mary Meinert statue at the St. James Episcopal Cemetery. Walk briefly
around the Marietta City Cemetery and hear the story of Marietta’s most
famous ghost the “Lady in Black.” The ride concludes with a haunting
at a local pub and former fire house that is full of spirits, both supernatural
and intoxicating.
February 1-28-Romantic Memories of Yesteryear
Come Enjoy the Romance of Days Gone By! All month long our tours will feature
the Romantic Customs of the Victorian Age. Tours are on the hour at Stately Oaks
Plantation, and tickets may be purchased at Juddy's Country Store on the grounds.
Monday thru Friday 10am - 4pm Admission Adults$12 Seniors $9 Child $6 100 Carriage
Lane Jonesboro, GA 30236 770-473-0197
http://www.historicaljonesboro.org
February 14-Wedding Vow Renewal
On Valentine's Day, Saturday, February 14th, 2009 the Bethel School House will
be the scene of romance as couples renew their Marriage Vows. This event requires
a fee of $50 per couple and you must have a reservation. Also includes a souvenir
photo. Call to schedule a time. Call 770-473-0197 for more information. Stately
Oaks 100 Carriage Lane Jonesboro, GA 30236 http//www.historicaljonesboro.org
Saturday, Feb. 21 -"The African and African Family: Treasures
to be Discovered." Black Family History Month Free Symposium
The National Archives Southeast Region (NARA) and The Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints will celebrate Black Family History Month by holding an
all-day symposium themed "The African and African Family: Treasures to be
Discovered." Workshops will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a complimentary
lunch included. Located in Morrow, Ga. at 5780 Jonesboro Rd., the free event
at NARA will feature speakers addressing tools to researching ancestors to writing
family histories to the telling of personal journeys of discovery. Attendees
will have a chance to view original slave manifests that will be presented during
the award-winning workshop entitled, "Were Your Ancestors Slaves?" LDS
Church genealogy experts from Salt Lake City's FamilySearch -- which manages
the largest collection of genealogical records worldwide -- will discuss how
to find clues by studying African migration patterns and the 1900 U.S. Census
with 76 million searchable names that was unveiled online this year. Distinguished
author Melvin J. Collier will present selections from his newly released book
Mississippi to Africa: A Journey of Discovery that details his seven-generational,
genealogical journey. Attendees will receive a packet of materials along with
a CD that contains the Freedman Bank information that was released in 2001 through
the efforts of the LDS Church. Attendees are encouraged to register early for
the free event that has limited seating. Register online at www.blackfamilyhistoryday.com
or by calling 404-252-4864.http://www.blackfamilyhistoryday.com
February 27-Black Journey
Celebrating Black History Month Presented by American Family Theatre and Clayton
County Rotary Club This Exhilarating and Moving Musical has audiences Cheering.
A High-Spirited Production Celebrating Heritage and Tradition through the Black
Musical Experience. Showtimes are 10:00am, 12:30pm, and 7:00pm at The Clayton
County Performing Arts Center 2530 Mt. Zion Parkway Jonesboro, GA 30236 Tickets
are $5.00 in advance $7.00 at door. For more info contact Dr. Anita Lloyd (770)
473-2875 or American Family Theatrer
http://www.americanfamilytheater.com/
February 28- Stately Oaks African American Heritage Day
Our 4th annual celebration will concentrate on the "The African Woman." Historical
Jonesboro strives to perpetuate the legacy and history of the contributions made
by African Americans to our country, our state, and our county. The program is
FREE to the public. However, donations are greatly appreciated and will be used
for next year's program. There will be music, art work, old photographs, and
artifact display, and a sampling of foods introduced into America by early Africans.
There will be a taping of personal family histories by African American Clayton
County Senior Citizens and craft demonstrations by members of the Living History
Guild, There will also be a special program and then readings of poetry and biographies
of famous African Americans. Sponsored by Williamson Mortuary, Riverdale and
the Zampol Family, Peachtree City. 10am-4pm Stately Oaks Plantation 100 Carriage
Lane Jonesboro, GA 30236
http://www.historicaljonesboro.org
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