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
March Board Meeting
AMTA Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday March 4, 2009
9:30 am networking, 10 a.m. meeting
Atlanta CVB Conference Room East
233 Peachtree Street NE
Suite 1400 Atlanta 30303
Contact: Jo Ann Haden-Miller
The next General Membership meeting will be on Wednesday,
April 1st. So, mark your calendar!
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
ENJOY
THE NEW SHOW AT MEDIEVAL TIMES WITH THE FEAST AND FOUR PACK
Four admissions only $100 or upgrade to four royalty admissions for $140
Must mention discount code 4PK92AMTA at time of purchase. Call 1-888-WE-JOUST or visit www.medievaltimes.com
Valid for any combination of 4 adult or child admissions. All 4 admisssions
must be applied to a single reservation with a single payment. Not valid with
groups, special offers or other discounts. Not valid on holidays, special shows
or weekday matinees. Upgrade packages are additional. Valid only at the Georgia
Castle. Offer expires 5/3/2009
Upcoming
AMTA Member Events:
Sandy Springs- March 4 and 18: Free Art class
for all ages (smaller children may need assistance) twice a month at Bean Head
Toys, 220 Johnson Ferry Road, NE, Sandy Springs, GA. Every Thursday at 10:30
a.m. toddlers may enjoy storytime in the indoor treehouse and make a small craft
to take home. Information: 404-851-2980 or
visit www.beanheadtoysonline.com
Newnam, GA- March 6- Opening Day at Dunaway Gardens
Located only 30 minutes south of Atlanta, this once magnificent garden was allowed
to fall into a dilapidated state for many decades. Dunaway Gardens was a theatrical
training ground for producers, directors and performers of the arts during the
golden years of the 20's, 30's and 40's. Until recently, these Gardens have not
been open or in bloom for nearly half a century. Currently, we host weddings,
receptions, events and conduct public tours. For more information
please contact: Alise Cartledge 678-423-4050 www.dunawaygardens.com
Sandy Springs- March 6-8: Spring Open House at the Scarlet Tassel, 6235-A
Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30328. Call 404-843-0387 or visit www.thescarlettassel.com
Sandy Springs- March 7, 2009 Chattahoochee Road Runners 10K Race - The
fastest Peachtree Qualifier Course in Atlanta!! For more information visit www.crrclub.com.
Sandy Springs-March 16, 2009 Annual Athletic Golf Fundraiser at Indian
Hills Country Club - Hosted by North Springs Charter High School. Join in on
this annual golf fundraiser March 16th with a 12PM Shotgun Start. Prizes and
goodie bags for players along with food and refreshments. Individuals play for
$140 and Foursome Packages are $500. Contact Tommy Amoroso for more information
at amorosot@fultonschools.org.
Newnan, GA- March 9- Centre For Performing and Visual Arts – Newnan
Georgia
Name of Event: Dallas Brass, Event Type: American Musical Journey
Date: March 9th , Time: 7pm
Description: Since its founding in 1983 by Michael Levine, the Dallas Brass has
become one of America’s foremost musical ensembles. The group has established
a unique blend of traditional brass instruments with a full complement of drums
and percussion, which creates a performing entity of extraordinary range and
musical challenges. The Dallas Brass repertoire includes American classical masterpieces,
Dixieland swing, Broadway, Hollywood and patriotic music. In addition to their
solo engagements, the Dallas Brass appears with symphony orchestras nationwide.
Symphonic credits include the Cincinnati Pops conducted by Skitch Henderson,
and the Philly Pops conducted by Peter Nero. The Dallas Brass has performed at
Carnegie Hall, the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, DC and has toured overseas
to Europe and the Far East. They have shared the stage with the late Bob Hope,
have performed for Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. Bush, have appeared
on the CBS “Early Show”, and their music has been used numerous times
on the television show, “The Young and The Restless”. The ensemble
has released five recording: Debut, Dallas Brass II, A Merry Christmas with Brass,
Windborne, and Nutcracker. A new recording, American Musical Journey, was released
in January 2007.
Cost: $12 for adults $10 for students and sr. citizens Tickets will be available
in Feb. http://www.thecentreonline.net/
Sandy Springs- March 19-20, 2009 Tossed Out Treasures -This popular upscale
resale event – going on its 18th year – has become a much-anticipated
favorite for metro Atlanta bargain shoppers. Shoppers get great buys on antiques,
jewelry, collectibles, house wares, furniture, decorative items, designer clothing,
toys – all from some of the best closets and attics in town. Proceeds from
this and other Sandy Springs Society fundraisers benefit community non-profits.
Preview Party – Thursday, March 19 from 6-9 p.m. $30 at the door. Sale
Days (no admission charged) – Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21 from
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and half-price Sunday, March 22 from 1-4 p.m. For location,
log on to www.sandyspringssociety.org or contact Polly Warren, publicity chair,
polwar@mindspring.com or 404-252-2787
Newnan, GA- March 27- Main Street Spring Art Walk 5pm – 8pm
Join the merchants of Main Street for a spring evening of art and excitement. Stroll
the streets and enjoy a walking gallery show. Visit each downtown store
to view the works of different professional artist. Jazz in the Greenville
Street Park following the Art Walk from 8-10 pm www.mainstreetnewnan.com
Newnan, GA- PowerShopping at The Country Store
Powers' Crossroads Festival Grounds
Every third Tues. & Sat. during these months from 10am-3pm, The Country Store
at Powers' Festival grounds will open showcasing Powers' exhibitors work. Every
month will feature a new show. Private group shopping days are available by appointment.
Please contact us for details: cowetafestivals@charter.net or 770.253.2011. www.newnan.com/cowetafestivals/powers/
Crocheted Ornaments & Clothing, Jewelry, Photography, Tapestries, Small
Quilts and Quilted Items, Wooden Cube Puzzles, Local Honey & Candles, Crystal
Potpourri, Wind Chimes, & Much More. Located at the Powers' Crossroads Festival
Grounds. 4766 W. Hwy 34, Newnan Ga 30263 Free admission to grounds.
2009 Dates:
March 17 & 21
April 21 & 25
May 19 & 23
June 16 & 20
July 21 & 25
(none August or September)
October 20 & 24
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TICKETS
ENJOY
THE NEW SHOW AT MEDIEVAL TIMES WITH THE FEAST AND FOUR PACK