Updated: 3:19 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26, 2011 | Posted: 12:29 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2009
Here's What You Missed On People 2 People
9/25/11
East Lake Foundation
All this week Atlanta hass been host to thousands of golf enthusiasts attending the PGA Tour Championship at the historic East Lake Golf Club. The East Lake Foundation provides the tools for families of The Villages of East Lake and students of Drew Charter School to build a better life for themselves and future generations through education, mixed-income housing and community wellness. For more information visit http://www.eastlakefoundation.org.
YMCA/Cannongate Golf Tournament
Many of us grew up simply referring to it as the "Y". The place where we hung out as kids durong the summer to play sports, swim and exercise. Bu today, the YMCA offers so much more. the YMCA is sponsoring a two-day golf tournament the will take place, October 3rd and 4th at the following four golf clubs: Sharpsburg, Woodstock, Dacula and Villa Rica. For more information visit http://www.ygolfevent.org.
Motherhood the Musical
It's a never-ending journey! It starts with being pregnant and driving a mini-van to facing an empty nest and awaiting that first grandchild. It's Motherhood! And wherever you are on that spectrum, and even if you're not a mother, you'll enjoy this sassy, sweet and unique celebration of being a mom. See Motherhood the Musical Now thru November 20th at the 14th Street Playhouse. For more information visit http://www.14thstplayhouse.org.
Bike MS Cox Atlanta Ride 2011
Callaway Gardens will never be the same! That's the consensus after nearly 200 cyclists and more than 500 volunteers converged on the picturesque community last weekend. It was a sight to behold as coporate teams from all over Georgia, including Cox Enterprises, our parent company, came together for one cause- to fight multiple sclerosis. There were 77 teams represented at this year's ride. The two-day event may be over, but cyclists have until the end of October to finish fundraising. For more information visit http://www.bikemsgeorgia.org.
9/18/11
Georgia March of Dimes: Bikers for Babies Peachtree Thunder Parade
In any given year, People 2 People's Jocelyn Dorsey get dozens of requests to do something she absolutely loves to do, ride her motorcycle. In fact, some of her most memorable moments have come from excursions that have taken her from Florida to Alaska. But, there's no place like Peachtree. Join Jocelyn Dorsey and the Bikers for Babies M.O.D. Squad for the Thunder Down Peachtree Parade Sunday, September 25th at 400 Ponce De Leon Ave. Registration begins at 12pm and kickstands up at 2pm. For more information visit http://www.bikersforbabies.org.
Delta-United Way
Milton Little, CEO and President of the United Way of Metro Atlanta kicked off this year's United Way campaign, inside hangar 2 of delta airlines World Headquaters. The rally brought together more than 500 volunteers, community partners, business officials and politicians to help kick off the campaign to raise critical dollars for metro Atlanta's most vunerable residents. For more information visit http://www.unitedwayatlanta.org .
Big Bros. Big Sis Metro Atlanta
Our communities can benefit from strong, unduring one-on-one mentoring relationships between adult volunteers and children facing adversity. That is the mission behind Big Brothers, Big Sisters of metro Atlanta. The organization held its annual gala to honor community leaders who have made significant contributions to their professions and the community and who also act as role models, guiding the way for others. Last year they served more than 3,200 children ages 6-18, making it one of the largest affiliated agencies in the U.S. For more information visit http://www.bbbsatl.org.
Genesis Shelter/ American Signature Furniture
Giving back really does happen all the time in our communities, not just on special occasions. Genesis House, a transitional residential facility for homeless newborn infants and their families got a mini lobby makeover , thanks to out Family 2 Family underwriter, American Signature Furniture. For more information visit http://www.genesisanewlife.org.
9/11/11
Hands on Atlanta: 9/11 Days of Service Panel Discussion
There have been numerous observances nationwide already in memory of those who lost their lives and the tens of thousands who rose in service during the 9/11 attacks. Here locally, a panel of community leaders made up of corporate, civic and faith-based organizations came together for an in-depth conversation: Civic Action in Times of Disaster. the conversation took place last Friday at the Rich auditorium at the Woodruff Arts Center. Channel 2's John Bachman was the moderator. For more information visit http://www.handsonatlanta.org .
YMCA/Cannongate Golf Tournament
Many of us grew up simply referring to it as the "Y". The place where we hung out as kids durong the summer to play sports, swim and exercise. Bu today, the YMCA offers so much more. the YMCA is sponsoring a two-day golf tournament the will take place at four different golf clubs. For more information visit http://www.ygolfevent.org.
Drive Away Hunger: Atlanta Community Food Bank
As community food banks all across the country are reporting an alarming rise in demand for food due to the economy, an Atlanta based company is once again taking a stand to help fill that gap here in Georgia. The ACFB supports a wide range of Georgians in need, from children to the working poor. Help Drive Away Hunger, turn 10 canned food items into tickets to see the Atlanta Braves. For every 10 cans you donate at a participating Chevrolet dealership August 12-September 16, 2011, you'll earn a free ticket to see the Atlanta Braves play the New York Mets on September 16! For more information visit http://www.acfb.org.
9/02/11
Atlanta Children's Shelter
When it opened in 1986, the mission of the Atlanta Children's Shelter was to help homeless families with young children not only get off the streets but also get jobs, stable housing and achieve long-term self sufficiency so that their children could thrive. 25 years and 8,000 homeless children later, lives are still being changed! The Atlanta Children's Shelter is celebrating 25 years of helping children with a gala. The gala takes place Saturday, September 10th at the Loews Atlanta Hotel from 6:30pm to 10:30pm. For more information visit http://www.atlantachildrensshelter.com.
E-Scrap
For years, every third saturday of the month, keep Atlanta Beautiful has sponsored a monthly e-scrap collection program. families from all over metro-Atlanta come to Grady High School to drop off their computer monitors, printers, rechargeble batteries and a host of other outdated or unused electronics. Starting this month, the very popular program is changing dates and locations. This month's e-scrap drop off is saturday, September 10th at Walden Middle School located at 320 Irwin Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30312 from 10am-3pm. For more information visit http://www.keepatlantabeautiful.org .
Herndon Home 100yrs+
Alonzo Herndon was Born into slavery but became Atlanta's wealthiest black citizen as well as founder and President of Atlanta Life Insurance Company one of the most sucessful black insurance companies in the nation. His family mansion has become an historic landmark and tourist destination. This year the Herndon Home celebrates more than 100 years of its existence. The Herndon Foundation will pay tribute to the legacy of the Herndon Home and the Herndon Family with a centennial celebration being held Sunday, September 11th at the Atlanta History Center. This event will be open to the public. For more information visit http://www.atlantalife.com/news.
Films that Matter
Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and your love for Films that Matter. Films that Matter is prsented by the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Each year the center presents contemporary movies with civil and human rights themes. Screenings will take place at parks around the beltline, Reynoldstown, Washington Park, Woodruff Park and historic Fourth Ward Park.Films that Matter begins Friday, September 9th. Music begins at 7pm and the movie starts at dusk. For more information visit http://www.cchrpartnership.org.
8/28/11
ADL: No Place for Hate
We've always known that bullying has serious long-lasting effects on both the victim and the person doing the bullying. But a recent study by University of Virginia researchers suggests that a climate saturated with bullying may play an important role in student test performance. Standing up to bullies and against bigotry is never easy, particularly for young people. This is why ADL's No Place for Hate initiative empowers the whole school community; teachers, students, administrators and parents to tackle prejudice, bullying and intergroup conflict. For more information visit http://www.adl.org/nohateatlanta.
The Green Book
The year was 1953 and all over the country African Americans could not eat, stay at major restaurants, hotels and in some cases even buy gasoline on the open road. That's why the history behind a new play that adresses the racial tension of that era by remembering an element rarely recorded in the history books. The Theatrical Outfit presents: The Green Book. You can see this play now thru September 11th at the Blazer Theater, located at 84 Luckie St. NW Suite 900 Atlanta, GA 30303. For more information visit http://www.theatricaloutfit.org.
Ocean Adventures
A brand new television series debuts on Channel 2 and the cool part, the show will be based at the Georgia Aquarium! Ocean Mysteries, featuring Emmy Award winning Jeff Corwin will debut next Saturday, September 3rd. The show will feature Corwin, who'll be supported by a team of Georgia aquarium biologists and veternarians. They'll all travel around the world taking you below the surface to explore our oceans and waterways and the animals which call them home. Stay tuned in to Channel 2 for more details!
8/21/11
Hands On Atlanta: 9/11 Days of Service
Hands On Atlanta's 9/11 Days of Service will pay tribute to all of those who were lost and the tens of thousands who stepped up in service. It will provide unique service opportunities for more than fifteen thousand volunteers, many of whom will be children. Go on-line and show how our city can come together as a community to show that when times are disasterous, we are together. For more information visit http://www.handsonatlanta.org.
South DeKalb Striders 5K Run for Hope
There are families in the metro-Atlanta area who are struggling to keep their familes fed and a roof over their heads. One organization is dedicated to serving children and families in need is OUR HOUSE; a childcare and support center for homeless familes. Support OUR HOUSE by participating in the South Dekalb Striders 5K Run for Hope- to end homelessness. This event happens saturday, August 27th, warm up is at 7:30am and the run starts 8am. For more information visit http://www.southdekalbstriders.org.
8/14/11
Drive Away Hunger: Atlanta Community Food Bank
As community food banks all across the country are reporting an alarming rise in demand for food due to the economy, an Atlanta based company is once again taking a stand to help fill that gap here in Georgia. The ACFB supports a wide range of Georgians in need, from children to the working poor. Help Drive Away Hunger, turn 10 canned food items into tickets to see the Atlanta Braves. For every 10 cans you donate at a participating Chevrolet dealership August 12-September 16, 2011, you'll earn a free ticket to see the Atlanta Braves play the New York Mets on September 16! For more information visit http://www.acfb.org.
Airtran Airways/Southwest Airlines: Random Acts of Coolness
When Airtran Airways, one of our Family 2 Family underwriters, completely transitions into Southwest Airlines in the next year or so, you're sure to see a few changes. This campaign is being conducted at schools, public pools, and police and fire stations. The effort began last week when a team of people dressed in blue Southwest-AirTran shirts started visiting public facilities in Fulton, Cobb and DeKalb counties to hand out treats, ice pops and bottles of water to teachers, firefighters, police officers and others. The airline also donated $100 gift cards to the schools and swimming pools. The Random Acts of Coolness campaign will continue through the Fall so keep an eye out for those blue tee-shirts!
Memory as Medicine: Radcliffe Bailey
Water, Blues and Blood! Those are the three thematic sections that make up Atlanta-based artist Radcliffe Bailey's new exhibition, Memory as Medicine. See the exhibit while you can. For more information visit http://www.high.org.
8/07/11
Kroger: Teacher Supply Drive
More than 2,200 bags of teacher's supplies were distributed during the Kroger Teacher Supply Give-Away last week. That event also marked the beginning of Kroger's Earning Plus Learning program, which contributes up to half a million dollars to elementary schools. Here's how your child's school can get involved, simply follow the link to Kroger Earning Plus Learning.com, complete an application and create a project. The focus this year: Healthy Living. For more information visit http://www.krogerearningpluslearning.com.
13th Congressional District Health Fair
Where can you get your ears, nose and throat checked, your teeth cleaned and your eyes examined all under the same roof, for FREE? All of those services and more will be offered free of charge at this year's 13th Congressional District Health Fair. The health fair is sponsored by Congressman David Scott. It will provide free health screenings for the entire family. The health fair takes place Saturday, August 13th from 10am until 2:30pm at Mundy's Mill High School in Jonesboro, pre-registration is encouraged. For more information call 770-210-5073 or visit http://www.krogerearningpluslearning.com.
Blaze Sports
When the Paralympic Games were held here in Atlanta in 1996, it was a pivotal time in history for thousands involved in the growth and promotion of sports for people with physical disabilities. Today, that legacy continues through a non-profit organization called Blaze Sports. At BlazeSports, they're driven by a desire to provide all children and adults with physical disabilities the chance to play sports and live healthy, active lives. For more information visit http://www.blazesports.org.
Atlanta Cyclorama
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Civil War. To help mark that occassion, the office of cultural affairs for the city of Atlanta has launched what will become an annual summer series all centered around Atlanta's role in this important moment of American History. There are several events commemorating the anniversary of the Civil War, on Thursday, August 18th there will be a discussion, "From Civil War to Civil Rights" at 6:30pm at the Atlanta Cyclorama and Civil War Museum. For more information visit http://www.atlantacyclorama.org.
7/31/11
March of Dimes: Labor of Love
The March of Dimes is calling on hospitals to actively stop the alarming surge in mothers electing to give birth earlier than necessary for their convenience or their doctors. Northside Hospital answered the call and teamed up with the March of Dimes and WSB-TV Channel 2 to launch a campaign called, pledge for 39. There will be a special on the March of Dimes Labor of Love campain on Wednesday, August 31st at 8pm. For more information visit http://www.pledgefor39.com.
Children's Restoration Network Gala 2011
The Children's Restoration Network's Celebrate The Children's Gala raised more than $90,000 to benefit the CRN's HeadSmart program. This program is made up of CRN's annual Back 2 School event; New Hope Scholarships for further education and Project One on One which provides year round mentoring by dedicated tutors. For more information visit http://www.childrn.org.
Atlanta Music Project
One Child, One Instrument, One Life. That's the goal of the Atlanta Music Project, to transform lives through music. It's a new form of social change. Instruments make up 30% of Atlanta Music Projects program expenses, so, the city-wide instrument donation that is going on right now can make a real difference in serving more kids. The Atlanta Music Project donation drive ends Saturday, August 6th and there are several locations where you can donate. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org.
7/24/11
United Way Cuts
The economy and a new way of providing grants is now having a major affect on non-profit organizations in our 13 county region. This week the United way of Metropolitan Atlanta has notified more than 40 agencies that had been getting United Way funds, that they would not be funded this fiscal year. For more information visit http://www.unitedwayatlanta.org.
Collision 2011
For the past 10 years, the Alliance Theatre has teamed up with teenagers all across Atlanta, helping them to discover their unique voice through the Collision Project. For three weeks each summer, the Alliance Theatre assembles a diverse group of 20 teenagers from metro Atlanta to explore and unpack a classic text under the guidance of a professional playwright and director. Through improv exercises, oral history and choreography the teenagers create a brand new piece inspired by the classic text but perceived through their own experience. The Collision Project gives teens a one of a kind theatrical experience and allows them ownership of a performance at the Alliance Theatre. This project starts all over in the Spring, if you're interested visit http://www.alliancetheatre.org.
Sisters By Choice
Sisters By Choice, Inc. was founded in 1989 by Dr. Rogsbert F. Phillips, M.D., an Atlanta based breast surgeon. Dr. Phillips' mission to improve the delivery of breast health services and improve the support services for women diagnosed with breast cancer. Over the years SBC has evolved into an organization who serves women in the metro-Atlanta area. SBC’s wants to remain an innovative leader in breast cancer education, awareness, and resources for women diagnosed with breast cancer. SBC has five breast cancer support groups throughout metropolitan Atlanta. These groups also provide a network of emotional support and resources for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Each year Sisters By Choice hosts the Pink Ribbon Walk to help fight breast cancer. For more information visit http://www.sistersbychoice.net.
7/17/11
Chlidren's Restoration Network: Ford Smith-New Hope
As Summer dwindles away, it will soon be Back 2 School for metro-Atlanta students. That means book bags and a host of other school supplies will be in huge demand. For children living in shelters and group homes, the need often exceeds the supply and for more than a decade the Children's Restoration Network has filled the gap with its annual Back 2 School campaign and a metro-Atlanta man with an eye for art and a heart for charity. Painter Ford Smith has created an impressive work of art to benefit the Chlidren's Restoration Network inspired by the New Hope Scholarship that sends underpriveledged children to college. This work is valued at over $8,000 and will be auctioned off at the CRN Gala on July 23rd at the Ritz-Carlton in Buckhead. All proceeds will go to the Chlidren's Restoration Network. For more information visit http://www.childrn.org.
Fulton Co. Emergency and Transitional Housing
Fulton County is committed to providing high quality services to all its residents. With the large number of services available to Fulton County residents, they have grouped their services into categories that make it easy to find the services in which you have interest. Most County services are oriented toward Fulton County residents, also most services that are offered by the county are free of charge. There are fees for some programs, but those fees vary by the type of program. For more information on Fulton Co.'s Emergency and Transitional Housing call 404-874-0412 or visit http://www.fultoncountyga.gov.
National Black Arts Festival 2011
Unexpected encounters, a fitting theme for this year's National Black Arts Festival. This year the NBAF is celebrating 23 years of arts and cultural programming. Show your support this year! The national Black Arts Festival happens at various places around Atlanta July 7th thru July 17th. For more information including a listing of events visit www.nbaf.org.
7/10/11
Cox Conserves Heroes 2011
The Cox Conserves Heroes program is the result of a three year partnership between Channel 2 and the Trust for Public Land. It's all about showcasing unsung environmental heroes and inspiring others to take an active role in neighborhood conservation. But, to be eligible, nominees cannot recieve financial compensation for their efforts. You can nominate YOUR Cox Conserves Hero July11th thru August 12th. To submit your nomination visit http://www.wsbtv.com/coxconservesheroes.
Atlanta Youth Tennis Foundation
This summer hundreds of children all over Atlanta are learning a game that promotes everuthing from fitness and speed to problem solving and stress relief. It's Tennis! The Atlanta Youth Tennis Foundation was established in 2003 to meet the needs of unexposed youth in the metro Atlanta area. The mission of the Atlanta Youth Tennis Foundation is to promote the physical and mental development of underserved youth through tennis and education. The organization will host their "Serving Winners: A Celebration of Women in Tennis Awrds" Friday, July 15 from 11:30am until 2pm at the offices of King & Spalding. For more information visit http://www.aytf.usta.com.
NBAF: MLK Jr. Childhood Home Replica
Hundreds are expected to attend this year's national Black Arts Festival. earlier in the year we took you to a Book Fair in honor of Mrs. Coretta Scott King. The boyhood home of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will also be on exhibit as a part of the Children's education Village. The replica will be located at Centennial Olympic Park July 15th thru July 17th. For more information visit http://www.nbaf.org .
7/03/11
League of Women Voters of Georgia: Georgia Vote & Redistricting
Every ten years, the federal census gives us a snapshot of how many people there are in the United States and where we live in Georgia. Once we know how many people live in our state, we begin a huge process called redistricting. In a nutshell, new district lines or maps are drawn with an equal number of people, to ensure every person has equal representation. Our elected officials play a huge role in redistricting, and you should as well! It's too late to participate in public hearings, but there is still time and opportunity to get involved and be heard. For more information visit http://www.lwvga.org.
HEALing Community Center
In communities all around the metro area, there are medically underserved and uninsured families, men, women and children wo until recently couldn't afford to see a doctor. This is where places like the City of Refuge: HEALing Community Center comes into the picture. Health Education Assessment and Leadership and City of Refuge have come together to build the HEALing Community Center. This center addresses the growing health disparities for minorities and uninsured persons experiencing poverty by providing FREE preventive, primary and specialty care for indigent and low income individuals. The HEALing Community Center is open Tues-Fri from 9am-3pm. For more information visit http://www.healingourcommunities.org.
6/26/11
Ready Georgia: Update!
Most people couldn't imagine living in a home without a smoke detector. But there's another emergency device that's just as important and despite the severe weather we had, just this past week, seven out of ten Georgians still don't have a NOAA Weather Radio. You can still go to the Ready Georgia website and fill out your personal profile and make yourself eligible for a free weather alert radio, the Ready Georgia campaign ends July 15th. For more information visit http://www.ready.ga.gov.
Salute 2 the Troops/Kroger Round Up
This time next year, more than 30,000 troops are expected to be home and out of Afghanistan, that according to President Barack Obama. The president announced this past week, then first 10,000 troops are expected to be home by the end of the year. That's good news for families all over Georgia, whose loved ones are stationed abroad. In addition to rounding up your grocery bill at your local Kroger store, you can also send messages by way of post cards that will be delivered to the troops. There will also be photo banners posted at all Kroger stores. Customers are encouraged to bring photos of their service men and women and proudly post them for all to see. The Kroger Round Up ends July 9th .
Water Safety 2011
A local toddler is doing fine this weekend after nearly drowning in a neighbor's swimming pool. Her mother says an air-conditioning repairman saved the child's life. The little girl went to the hospital, but doctors released her the same day. She was fortunate. More children her age die from unintentional drownings than any other age group. That's why the Red Cross of Metro-Atlanta has a series of Water Safety programs designed with them in mind. For more information visit http://www.atlantaredcross.org/.
6/19/11
Divas With A Cause
Seven self-proclaimed divas are hoping for that kind of crowd at Sunday night's Divas With A Cause. Sandra Hall, Theresa Hightower, Melanie Massell, Toni Redd, Gwen Hughes, Claiborne and Maryline Blackburn are the seven Atlanta performers you'll see at the event. Each Diva has chosen a charity to support, and the seven charities are The Shepherd Center Foundation, The Kidney Foundation, Doris Shaheen Breast Health Center, The Valerie Fund, Joan Gaeta Lung Cancer Fund, Humane Society of Forsyth County, and Alzheimer’s Association of Georgia. This event is Sunday June 19th at the Buckhead Theatre at 5:30 pm. For more information visit http://www.divaswithacause.com/.
Paideia Homeless Project
A metro-Atlanta school teacher believes an intensive three week course she designed is making a difference in how her students view homelessness. Ms. Hearn, the Paideia teacher who created the course, says there are students who took the course 10 years ago and are now working with homelessness both in this country and abroad, and one student actually runs her own program. For more information visit http://www.paideiaschool.org/.
T-SPLOST Town Hall
Thanks to the Transportation Investment Act, the future of Georgia's transportation is in our hands. The big question is: How will we, as voters, respond? Our state is divided into 12 regions and each region will vote on a one percent sales tax to fund transportation projects in that region. To help voters develop a project list, the Atlanta Regional Roundtable has been created, made up of the county commission chair and one mayor from each of the counties. The Roundtable wants to know what you think about transportation in Georgia. There will be telephone town hall meetings throughout the summer and many of you will receive random calls requesting your participation in a conversation with elected officials from your jurisdiction, who serve on the Roundtable. And for those who want to call in, a 1-800 number and a pin will be provided. For more information visit www.atlantaregionalroundtable.com.
6/12/11
Help for Homeowners
Many metro-Atlanat families are still struggling to hold on to their homes. That's why United States Congressman David Scott is hosting two FREE days of help for homeowners. This is an opportunity for homeowners to meet one-on-one with mortgage lenders and HUD-approved housing counselors for mortgage assistance. The Help for Homeowners community Events are Friday, June 17th from 11am until 7:30pm and Saturday, June 18th from 9am until 3pm at the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park. Make sure you bring, your monthly mortgage statement, two recent pay stubs and two recent bank statements. For more information call the Homeowners Hotline at 1-888-995-4673 or visit www.davidscott.house.gov.
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta: Camp CEO
What happens when you bring a group of dynamic women CEO's and ambitious Girl Scouts together? Something much bigger than cookies and camping! Camp CEO is a fun, four day overnight camp that brings together teen girls and the Atlanta area's most accomplished women executives. Girls and senior executive women participate in team building activities and much more. For more information visit www.girlscoutsofgreateratlanta.org.
Real Men Cook 2011
Real Men Cook is the leading urban Father's Day experience. It’s a food tasting family celebration that features men volunteering to cook for and serve their community. Cooking is an example for what men are willing to do for their families and communities, giving up Father’s Day pampering to make a difference. Real Men Cook is Sunday, June 19th from 3pm untikl 6pm at the Atlanta Civiv Center. For more information visit www.realmencook.com.
Dancing Stars of Atlanta
Dancers participating this year include former Mayor of Atlanta Shirley Franklin. Channel 2 Action News Anchors Monica Pearson and Justin farmer will serve on the panel of celebrity judges. The 2nd Annual Dancing Stars of Atlanta takes place Saturday, June 18th at the Lowes Hotel. For more information visit www.dancingstarsofatlanta.kintera.org.
6/05/11
Hire One
There are 150,000 comopanies in Atlanta. Imagine the impact if each one of those companies hired just one person this year. That's the spirit behind the new city-wide initiative. As Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed says, you don't have to do the math to see the benefits of this new program. It is estimated that just one new hire, on average, increases the gross domestic product by about $100,000. Those companies who have hired Atlanta talent are now on the city's honor roll of companies, and that list is growing. To take a look at the list of companies already participating visit www.hireoneatlanta.org.
Great Pyrenees Rescue
Many people are still trying to rebuild after last month's tonadoes that ravaged parts of Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama. There was loss of life, property and most recently, man's best friend. The Great Pyrenees is a very old breed that has been used for hundreds of years by inhabitants living near and around the Pyrenees Mountains. Hundredes of these gentle giants have been displaced recently. Those trying to save the Great Pyrenees are hoping to rescue 250 dogs this year. To do that they need volunteers, families to adopt the dogs and funding. If you're interested in adoption visit www.greatpyratlanta.com.
National Black Arts Festival 2011
Unexpected encounters, a fitting theme for this year's National Black Arts Festival. This year the NBAF is celebrating 23 years of arts and cultural programming. Show your support this year! The national Black Arts Festival happens at various places around Atlanta July 7th thru July 17th. For more information including a listing of events visit www.nbaf.org.
Literacy Volunteers of Atlanta: Spellabration 2011
The Fabulous Fox Theatre will once again be the site for this year's annual Spellabration. The fun, one-of-a-kind event is an excellent opportunity for your company to support literacy. There is still time to pull together a team and compete in this year's Spellabration! Spellabration takes place Thursday, June 9th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Fox Theatre. For more information visit www.lvama.org.
5/29/11
BeltLine Park
It is said that the BeltLine will increase Atlanta’s greenspace by almost 40% as the project will add approximately 1,300 acres of brand new parks and greenspace over the next 25 years. The Atlanta BeltLine will create a linear park with 33 miles of multi-use trails that will connect 40 parks, including approximately 700 acres of existing parks. The Atlanta BeltLine Five-Year Work Plan has a strong focus on the creation of parks and trails to deliver early tangible benefits for residents. D.H. Stanton Park will one day become part of the Atlanta BeltLine, complete with a ball field, a multi-purpose field and a new piece of public art. go by and check it out. For more information visit www.beltline.org.
Ready Georgia 2011
With all the Severe Weather we've had in just the last three months in Atlanta, all of us should have a plan of action when the next round of bad weather comes our way. Channel 2, Georgia Emergency Management Agency (G.E.M.A.) and Kroger have teamed up once again to make sure you're ready. A useful tool for being prepared is the NOAA Weather Radio. 200 lucky people will recieve one for free. You may be eligible to recieve one of your own, here's how: Go to www.ready.ga.gov and create your own Emergency Profile! If you aren't one of the 200 to get a free radio, you can purchase one at a reduced price at your local Kroger store. For more information visit www.ready.ga.gov.
PBTF Ride for Kids 2011
These days there are walks and rides benefitting all kinds of causes and charities. since 1991, thousands of motorcyclists, including Channel 2's own Jocelyn Dorsey, have hopped on their bikes to participate in the annual Ride for Kids, supporting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. You can show your support Sunday, June 5, 2011. Registration begins at 7am and the ride begins at 9:30am at North Point Mall, the ride will end at Lumpkin County High School. For more information visit www.pbtfus.org.
Georgia Aqaurium: Dolphin Tales
It started out with two shows, but the Georgia Aquarium's newest residents are so popular, they've added a third show. Dolphin Tales is dedicated to creating a memorable connection between humans and animals, also, helping guests understand one of mankind's favorite aquatic animals, the majestic dolphin just a little bit better. The gallery includes a soaring, naturally-lit entrance lobby that features an underwater viewing window. You can catch the show at 11am, 2pm and 4pm, to ensure your seat, purchase your tickets in advance. For more information visit www.georgiaaquarium.org.
5/22/11
Human Rights Campaign
The Human Rights Campaign is a non-profit organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. Founded in 1980, the HRC represents a grassroots force of more than one million members and supporters, many of them right here in metro-Atlanta. The HRC envisions an America where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people are ensured equality and embraced as full members of the American family at home, at work and in every community. For more information visit www.hrc.org.
Youth Village Drummers
African drumming is both a culture and a tradition, but for a group of young people in Douglasville, GA it's also a life changing experience.Youth Villages helps children and families live successfully by providing intensive in-home treatment, transitional living, foster care, specialized crisis services, mentoring etc. All Youth Villages' employees are dedicated to the mission and values that guide the organization. Youth Village wants to provide the most effective help to every child in their care and continue to provide the foundation for the organization's dynamic growth. For more information visit www.youthvillages.org.
Cox Bike MS Follow-up
There are still four more months left to plan and prepare for this year's Bike MS Coc Atlanta Ride. Cox Enterprises, our parent company is the premier sponsor for this annual event which benefits the georgia Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. More than 8,500 Georgians are living with the disease and you can do your part to help combat it. The Bike MS Cox Atlanta Ride is September 17th and 18th at Callaway Gardens. For more information visit www.nationalmssociety.org.
5/15/11
YWCA Salute to Women of Achievement Luncheon
The YWCA is the oldest and largest muti-national women's organization in the world. And since its founding in 1902, the mission of the YWCA of greater Atlanta is to eliminate racism and empower women. Nearly every year since 1984, the YWCA honors ten women who are trailblazers in business and philanthropy. You are invited to help celebrate at this year's annual Salute to Women of Achievement Luncheon. The luncheon is Wednesday, May 18th at the Marriott Marquis from 12pm until 1pm. For more information visit www.ywcaatlanta.org.
Senior Connections- Senior Prom
Senior Connections provides meals on wheels, in-home care and health and wellness classes for seniors. That's why their annual fundraising event, the 'Senior Prom" is so imprtant. At this year's event, Liane Levetan, former DeKalb County CEO and State Senator will be honored with the Community Connections Award. The Senior Prom is Saturday, May 21st at Agnes Scott College. For more information visit www.seniorconnectionsatl.org.
Special Olympics of Georgia- State Summer Games
Aquatics, Soccer, Volleyball, Tennis and Gymnastics are just some of the sports that will be featured in more than 500 Special Olympic competitions throughout Georgia. There are five state-wide competitions, one happens this weekend at the Special Olympics of Georgia State Summer Games. The State Summer games happens Friday, May 20th through Sunday, may 22nd at Emory University. For more information visit www.ywcaatlanta.org.
Center for Pan Asian Community Services
The Center for Pan Asian Community Services has a new location! As we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage month, we pay tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history. CPACS new location is 3510 Shallowford Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA . For more information visit www.cpacs.org.
5/08/11
United Way Shoebox
Nearly every week on People 2 People we bring you stories and taking you to events sponsored by our Family 2 Family underwriters. You hear about these men and women so often, you probably think you know them. They represent Kroger, Scana Energy, American Signature Furniture, Northside Hospital and Air Tran Airways. And just as they did last year, our Family 2 Family underwriters are participatiing in this year's United Way Shoebox Project. This year, we've adopted our very own non-profit organization. "Our" decorated shoeboxes will be donated to the families of the Genesis Shelter. It's so much fun making those boxes for women and children, and it's easy-all you need is a shoebox to decorate and fill with travel-sized toiletries. Our F2F goal this year is to create 200 shoeboxes for the families at the Genesis shelter. The shoebox project is Now unitl May 8, 2011. Now, volunteers are needed to help sort the shoeboxes. Here are the days and shifts: Wednesday, May 11th & Saturday May 14th from 9am-1pm / 1pm-4pm at the United Way's Warehouse in Forest Park. For more information visit www.unitedwayatlanta.org.
Arthritis Walk
Most people think of Arthritis as a condition that comes with age. But here in Georgia, nearly 10,000 children are living with this debilitating disease. The The Arthritis Walk® is the signature fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation who helps children afflicted with Arthritis. It's not just an event - it's a celebration of year-round movement to help prevent and treat arthritis. The Atlanta walk will be held on Saturday, May 14th at Concourse Office Park at Perimeter. Registration begins at 9 am with the walk start time at 10:00am. For more information, visit http://www.arthritis.org/chapters/georgia/.
The Atlanta Boy Choir Spring Concert
For 45 years, the Atlanta Boy Choir sang in practically every concert hall, cathedral and music festival in the world. Their sound is definitely unique and memorable. Maestro Fletcher Wolfe leads his boys with a full concert with the Boy Choir as well as the Alumni Men choir. You can hear for yourself by attending their Spring Concert on Saturday, May 14th at Glen Memorial Auditorium on the campus of Emory University. The singing begins at 7:30 and tickets are available by calling (404) 378-0064 or by visiting their website at http://www.atlantaboychoir.org/.
Top Cookie Chef
Who doesn't enjoy a girl scout cookie or two? The Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta have found an exciting way to celebrate a huge milestone! Top Cookie Chef is pairing corporate-sponsored teams with a surprise celebrity chef to compete with each other to make the best hot and cold desserts featuring various Girl Scout cookies. The big day takes place on May 12th from 4-7pm at the King Plow Arts Center in Atlanta in the Bold American Studio. For more information, please visit http://www.gsgatl.org/.
5/01/11
Safe America Foundation-Safe Teen Drving Academy
Safety experts lawmakers and community leaders rallied at the state capitol this week to focus on teen driving.It was spearheaded by the Safe America Foundation to help promote the Safe Teen Driving Academy coming up on Saturday, May 7th at the Atlanta Motor Speedway from 8am-3pm. Teen driving facts and statistics are very troubling. Safe America's goal is to educate teens on safe driving practices and make the roads safer for all of us. Take the first step in learning the skills you will need for a lifetime of safe driving. This interactive and fun event will provide teens and parents with lots of information on how to be a better driver. For more information and registration information visit www.safeamerica.org.
Hands on Atlanta- Taste for Volunteering
In the 22 yrears since it's creation, hands on Atlanta has helped four thousand non-profit organizations meet critical needs in the community. And the most visible way it does that is through the annual Hands on Atlanta Day. But we find that it;s the work done behind the scenes that makes just as much, if not more of an impact. More than 6.2 million housr of service has been donated to non-profit organizations and schools throughout metro-Atlanta. Celebrate volunteerism by supporting this year's, Taste for Volunteering, Friday, May 6th at the Foundry at Puritan Mill from 7pm-11pm. For more information visit www.handsonatlanta.org.
Piedmont Park Conservancy
The Piedmont Park Conservancy is the nonprofit organization, working with the City of Atlanta for the preservation of historic Piedmont Park. The Piedmont Park Conservancy wishes to enhance and preserve Piedmont Park as a important urban green space and as a cultural and recreational resource that continues to enhance the quality of life for all Atlantan residents. Volunteers and major donors of Piedmont Park Conservancy celebrated major improvements made to the park since this time last year... at the Annual Landmark Luncheon held at the park this past week. Ironically, our own Channel 2 Action News Chief Meteorologist Glenn Burns was asked to be part of the luncheon presentation which happened the day after our deadly tornadoes to talk about Georgia's climate change and the potential impact on the environment. For more information visit www.piedmontpark.org.
Broadway Dreams Foundation
The Broadway Dreams Foundation is the leading performing arts training program. With a staffy made up of todays biggest Broadway stars, casting directors, choreographers and agents dedicated to giving back to the theatrical community, the Braodway Dreams Foundation provide invaluable training to anyone who aspires to a career in musical theater. In it's six years of existence, the program has helped more than 3,000 kids reach their musical/theatrical dreams and many of those students have done so, on scholarships. The benefit that helps most is the Raise Your Voice Benefit Concert, April 24th at 5pm at Lanier Technical College/Forsyth Conference Center. For more information visit www.mybroadwaydreams.com.
Spirit of Sweet Auburn
When it started nearly three decades ago, the Sweet Auburn Festival was known as the grandest festival of the year, on the "Greatest Street on the Planet!" That was a familiar slogan coined by the festival's co-founder and General Director, the late Mr. Charles Johnson. Even though Mr. Johnson is no longer with us, the Spirit of Sweet Auburn continues, and so does his legacy. This year's Swet Auburn Festival is May 7th & 8th on Auburn Avenue. For more information visit www.sweetauburn.com.
4/24/11
Path 2 College
The Hope Scholarship has paid for more than one million Georgia students to attend college! Of course, Hope is undergoing a major overhaul, causing many Georgia parents to re-think their strategy for their children. With Path 2 College, the statewide newborn sweepstakes, every baby born in Georgia this year will be eligible for the five thousand-five hundred and twenty-nine dollars, a nice way to jump start a college savings plan, especially since the Hope Scholarship isn't what is used to be.If you are a parent, legal guardian or a grandparent of a child born in Georgia during 2011, you have until April 14th, 2012 to enter the newborn sweepstakes. For more information visit www.path2college529.com.
Visiting Nurse/Hospice Atlanta
It's the conversation we're always putting off and the plans we somehow forget to make. Hospice care is probably one of the most misunderstood services available to families in crisis. The Visiting Nurse Hospice Atlanta's Children's Program started back in 1991. Around that that same time, a group of volunteers came together to host a special fundraising event, featuring face painting, crafts and of course Zoo exhibits. The Annual Big-To-Do at the Zoo family event benefits the Visiting Nurse/Hospice Atlanta's Children's Program. For more information visit www.vnhs.org.
Atlanta Mission Urban Garden
Urban Gardening is an environmental phenomenon that's gaining momentum. It's the perfect marriage that combines old-fashioned country values with urban living, and the dynamics are changing everyday. Check out what the Atlanta Mission is doing! Atlanta Mission organizers say the new crop of fresh fruits and vegetables will start to sprout this summer and they're asking the community to come out and help with the harvest. For more information visit www.atlantamission.org.
4/17/11
Walk for Lupus Now 2011
Women, men and children living with the disease Lupus have been waiting more than 52 years for a medical breakthrough! Last month, the Food and Drug Administration approved the drug, Benlysta for the treatment of the autoimmune disease. But for the fifty-five thousand Georgians suffering from Lupus, even with this new drug, living with the life-threatening disease is still an uphill battle. There is something that we all can do to support Lupus research and the families that are affected. Participate in this year's Walk for Lupus Now. Saturday, April 30th at Piedmont Park at 4pm. For more information visit www.lupusga.org.
WEOP/Jocelyn Dorsey
After nearly four decades at WSBTV Channel 2, Jocelyn Dorsey has seen and heard a lot of things. But she was literally blown away last month during Women's History Month. The awards program was sponsored by the Women Employment Opportunity Project, a non-profit organization that connects women to resources, experiences and tools that will lead them to self-sufficiency. For more information visit www.weop.org.
United Way Shoebox Project
Nearly every week on People 2 People we're bringing you stories and taking you to events sponsored by our Family 2 Family underwriters. You hear about these men and women so often, you probably think you know them. They represent Kroger, Scana Energy, American Signature Furniture, Northside Hospital and Air Tran Airways. And just as they did last year, our Family 2 Family underwriters are participatiing in this year's United Way Shoebox Project. This year, we've adopted our very own non-profit organization. "Our" decorated shoeboxes will be donated to the families of the Genesis Shelter. It's so much fun making those boxes for women and children, and it's easy-all you need is a shoebox to decorate and fill with travel-sized toiletries. Our F2F goal this year is to create 200 shoeboxes for the families at the Genesis shelter. The shoebox project is Now unitl May 8, 2011. For more information visit www.unitedwayatlanta.org.
4/10/11
March of Dimes: March for Babies 2011
We've improved some, but not enough to change our grade. According to the Georgia Chapter of the March of Dimes, the State of Georgia did indeed improve over the last year's Annual Pre-Mature Birth Report Card. But we still earned an "F"! Each week approximately 400 babies are born too soon, before their lungs, brain and other organs are fully developed. And when these tiny infants make their enexpected entrance into the world, there are people ready to support them and their families. The staff at Atlanta Medical Center are doing what they do for thousands of babies and their familes, they are helping save lives. The metro-Atlanta March for Babies is Saturday, April 30th at the following locations: Georgia World Congress Center, Suwanee Town Center Park, Roswell Municipal Complex and Marietta Middle School. For more information visit www.marchofdimes.com/georgia.
Bike MS-Cox Atlanta Ride 2011
Hundreds are preparing to take the fight against Multiple Sclerosis to the streets, actually, it's the country-side of Callaway Gardens and Pine Mountain! That's the location for the Bike MS-Cox Atlanta Ride. It's a non-profit sporting event, sponsored by our parent company Cox Enterprises, benefitting the Georgia Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. It's the 25th Anniversary of the Annual Ride. The two-day ride is September 17th and 18th. For more information visit www.nationalmssociety.org.
Police Memorial Ride 2011
Ten Law Enforcement Officers lost their lives last year- eight of them to gunfire. This week we will all have a chance to honor them and their families. On April 16, 2011 thousands of motorcycle lovers will come together on one day and on accord. It's the Police Memorial Ride, Saturday April 16, 2011. The ride starts at 11am at Turner Field and ends in Peachtree City. All are invited. Organizers for this massive event told our Jocelyn Dorsey, it's a ride they wish they didn't have to make. The Memorial Wall that will travel the state of Georgia will make it's first stop on Friday, March 18th at Chattahoochee Hills. Additional stops include, Carroll Co., Albany, Savannah, Grene and Rockdale Counties. For more information visit www.blueknightsgavii.org.
South-View Cemetery
Dozens of metro-Atlantans will come together to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the historic South-View Cemetery. The historic treasure came to be when six former slaves decided African Americans in Atlanta deserved a decent, respectful resting place. That dream became the historic South-View Cemetery on Jenesboroo Rd. In special celebration on the grounds of the Cemetery will take place Sunday, April 17th at 2pm and Kenneth Morris, the Great-Great-Great Grandson of Frederick Douglass is expected to be in attendance along with dozens of other families whose loved ones are interred at the historical cemetery. For more information visit www.southviewcemetery.com.
4/03/11
Pat Epps: GA Aviation Hall of Fame
His father was a Georgia legend in aviation, in fact the Athens Georgia Airport bears his name. Now Epps Aviation founder Pat Epps will be enshrined in the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame April 9th for his own contributions. Epps was not only a sucessfull businessman, he knew how to mix business with his love of adventure namely the historic Greenland Expidition. Three other Georgians will be inducted into the Georgia Hall of Fame Black Tie Dinner along with Julius Alexander, Albert H. "Goldie" Glenn and James Howard "Jim" Rhyne. The dinner will be held April 9th at the Georgia Aviation Museum in Warner Robbins. For more information visit www.gahof.org.
Atlanta Mission's, My Sister's House
When the Atlanta mission opened its doors back in 1938, the homeless shelter only served men. That all changed in 1969, when women and children were included, a first in Atlanta. Today, mothers and their children are the fastest growing segments of the homeless population in Georgia and once again the Atlanta Mission, along with a little help from some special volunteers, is leading the way. Volunteers Nolana Bibbs and Lori Lewis are always looking for sponsors to donate books, clothing and other toiletries for the women at My Sister's House. For more information visit www.atlantamission.org.
Diabetes Expo Atlanta
26 million! That's how many adults and children in this country have diabetes. And if you find that statistic troubling, consider this, seven million of those people don't even know they have it. That's why the American Diabetes Association is sponsoring a FREE Diabetes Expo for you and your family. Amongst other seminars, Celebrity Chef Marvin Woods will be leading cooking demonstrations during the Expo. The Diabetes Expo Atlanta is Saturday, April 9th from 9am until 4pm at the Georgia Worl Congress Center, Building C. Don't forget your Family 2 Family coupon! For more information visit www.diabetes.org.
32nd Annual Sickle Cell Road Race/Walk
The Sickle Cell Road Race/Walk helps to support the critical programs of the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia. The Sickle Cell Road Race is sponsored by the South Fulton Running Partners, the oldest African American running club in the nation. The Road Race and Walk is Saturday, April 9th at Welcome All Park in College Park. Registration begins at 7am and the Walk starts at 9am. For more information visit www.sicklecellga.org.
3/27/11
Police Memorial Wall
It's 24 feet long, covered from top to bottom with names and depending on where you are in Georgia between now and April 12th, you may run into it. It's the Police Memorial Wall, which bears the names of Georgia's fallen law enforcement officers. The next stop for the mobile Memorial Wall is April 1st in South Georgia, Twiggs Co. and Sanannah...If you're interested in riding, meet at the Clayton Co. Harley Davidson at 9am. The next stops will be April 11th and April 12th. You can pre-register for the Police Memorial Ride at any one of these events . For more information visit www.blueknightsgavii.org.
Komen Race for te Cure
On Mother's Day weekend thousands of Atlantans will come together to raise money for the 21st Annual Komen Atlanta Race for thr Cure. Part of that money goes into research to find a cure for this deadly disease. But the vast majority stays right here in Atlanta. You can register for the Race for the Cure now! The Race is saturday, May 7th at Atlantic Station. Race-day registration will start at 6:45am. For more information visit www.komenatlanta.org.
Bright from the Start
If you're a parent and your child receives free or reduced lunch during the school year, you'll want to pay close attention to this next story. We found out that an important service won't necessarily end when school lets out for the Summer. It's the Bright form the Start: Summer Food Service Program, and they need sponsors! Public or private non-profit schools, faith-based or non-profit organizations, camps, colleges or universities all qualify as sponsors for the federal government backed program. If you want to provide re-imberesable free meals to eligible children during the Summer. For more information visit decal.ga.gov.
3/20/11
Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance
Thirteen years ago, 13 women sitting around a dining room table, much like the one at your house, realized there was treatment for Ovarian Cancer, but very little awareness. So these Ovarian Cancer survivors started a non-profit organization that today is still equipping other survivors with the tools needed to fight this silent killer. Kimberly Emory and other survivors will come together for the first "Shaken Not Stirred" Gala, sponsored by Kroger, one of our Family 2 Family underwriters. And Channel 2 Action News Anchor Monica Pearson, will emcee the event, Saturday, March 26th at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot. For more information visit www.gaovariancancer.org.
MS Walk/Bike MS
Now that the weather is nice and warner, you'll be sharing more of the road with runners and cyclists. Many of them will be training for Bike MS, the Cox Atlanta Ride, benefitting the Georgia chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The two-day ride doesn't start until September, but we found some volunteers already showing their support. You can show your support also, and there are two opportunities to do so with the MS Walk and the Bike MS Cox Atlanta Ride. For more information visit www.nationalmssociety.org.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (V.I.T.A)
The Atlanta Community Food Bank is known for delivering Millions of pounds of food and other donated grocery items. But the 32 year-old organization has a number of projects that go beyond food distribution, for instance, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). The program falls under the Atlanta Prosperity Campaign, which is a branch of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. There are Several VITA sites around metro-Atlanta. For more information visit www.atlantaprosperity.org.
Dress of My Dreams
If you've ever paid for a prom dress and all that goes with it, you know it's very easy to quickly spen a small fortune. As many families are still digging themselves out of this bad economy, one metro-Atlanta woman has found a way for Moms and Dads to be frugal with their daughters without sacrificing the dress of their dreams. Dress of My Dreams will be holding a "Dress Drive" Friday, April 25th at several metro-Atlanta locations. For more information visit www.dressofmydreams.org.
3/13/11
Police Memorial Ride 2011
As we slowly but surely ease our way into spring-like temputatures, you will begin to see more and more motorcycle enthusiasts on the road. On April 16, 2011 thousands of motorcycle lovers will come together on one day and on accord. It's the Police Memorial Ride, Saturday April 16, 2011. The ride starts at 11am at Turner Field and ends in Peachtree City. All are invited. Organizers for this massive event told our Jocelyn Dorsey, it's a ride they wish they didn't have to make. The Memorial Wall that will travel the state of Georgia will make it's first stop on Friday, March 18th at Chattahoochee Hills. Additional stops include, Carroll Co., Albany, Savannah, Grene and Rockdale Counties. For more information visit www.blueknightsgavii.org.
Ballethnic Dance Company's Flyin' West
History calls it the exodus of 1879, when thousands of black men, women and children left the south after the Civil War and headed West to settle in all black towns. The journey and life they forged is the inspiration behind a very popular play that made it's debut nearly 20 years ago right here in Atlanta. It's the Ballethnic Dance Company's adaptation of Pearl Cleage's play Flyin' West, a story of three sisters who move from Mississippi to Nicademus, Kansas in hopes of a new life. Opening Night for Ballethnic's Flyin West is Friday, March 18th at the Fesrt Center for the Arts. Thats's Family 2 Family night, where you can recieve $10 OFF ALL TICKETS!! As well as on ALL PERFORMANCES through Sunday March, 20th. For more information visit www.http://www.ballethnic.org/.
The Harlem Globetrotter's C.H.E.E.R. Program
The Harlem Globetrotters dazzeled metro-Atlanta audiences this weekend at Phillips Arena and the Arena at Gwinnett. But just in case you missed the "Ambassadors of Goodwill" at those locations, we were there when one of the ball-handling wizards stopped by a metro-Atlanta Boys & Girls Club. Harlem Globetrotter "Flight Time Lang" stopped by the Warren/Holyfield Club in Grant Park to not only dazzle the Boys & Girls with his amazing moves a command of the ball, but to also present the Globetrotter's :Cheer for Character Program". The Cheer for Character Program focuses on cooperation, a healthy mind and body, effort, enthusiasm and responsibility, C.H.E.E.R. For more information on the Harlem Globetrotters visit www.http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/.
3/06/11
Take on the Tour-Shad Ireland
It was called the "What Inspires You " tour. Two years ago, 39 year-old Shad ireland cycled four thousand miles from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. This year, he's training for another pro-cycling race and metro-Atlanta is his new training ground! Ireland isn't your typical athlete. As you saw on the show, he's become a swimming, biking and running symbol of courage and hope. Shad Ireland said he chose Atlanta as his new training ground because the South is ground zero for Kidney Disease. Atlanta is ranked among the top five states in the country for leading cases of chronic kidney disease. Shad has a website with several free resources devoted to prevention and good health. For more information on kidney disease visit www.ultracare-dialysis.com. For more information on Shad Ireland and Take on the Tour visit www.takeonthetour.org. Also, for more information visit www.renalresources.org.
Oakland Cemetery Cell Phone Tour
Most tours begin and end with a tour guide leading you through what can sometimes be a very regimented experience. What if we told you the next tour you take can be on your own term and as easy as talking on your cell phone. This week, Atlanta's historic Oakland Cemetery launched "African American Voices", a state of the art cell phone tour dedicated to Atlanta's history and heritage. The cell phone tour is intended to be a permanent fixture at Oakland Cemetery, which by the way is considered to be an Atlanta city park and is one of the sites featured in this month's Phoenix Flies event. For more information visit www.oaklandcemetery.com.
Phoenix Flies
The Castle House, Oakland Cemetery, The Fulton Bad and Cotton Mill; We pass these living landmarks every day. This month you're invited to celebrate Atlanta's history by joining the Atlanta Preservation Center's Phoenix Flies initiative. It's an opportunity to walk the halls that tell the stories that make up Atlanta's rich history. For more information visit www.preserveatlanta.com.
2/27/11
Aviation Career Enrichment Program (A.C.E.)
Aviation is one of the few fields of study that emcompasses nearly all of the academic discipplines. When students study Aerodynamics, it's really a lesson in Physics. When they're taught Meterology, they're learning Earth Science. And when they're immersed in Phraseology, they're learning English. That's one reason Julius Alexander, a teacher and flight instructor, started a program that's given students from all over metro- Atlanta the confidence to believe they can fly. For more information visit www.aviationcareerenrichment.org.
Ladybug for Girls-Mother Daughter Fitness Day
More than 12 million children are overweight in this country. That puts them at risk for many serious health problems, like heart disease, the number one leading cause of death for women! Dr. Regina M. Benjamin, the surgeon general, is asking all families to teach the importance of healthy eating and physical activity. All proceeds of this year's mother and daughter fitness day were donated to Girls Inc. For more information visit www.ladybugforgirls.com.
American Craft Council Show 2011
The American Craft Council is a national, nonprofit educational organization founded in 1943 by Aileen Osborn Webb. The mission of the Council is simply to champion craft. The ACC has four main programs- a national craft show circuit, a magazine, an awards program and educational initiatives including access to a world class, on site library. The 2011 American Craft Council Show takes place Marchs 11th through March 13th at the Cobb Galleria Centre. For more information visit www.craftcouncil.org.
2/20/11
Vision Walk 2011
More than 10 million Americans are affected by retinal diseases that eventually lead to blindness. The key to a cure is in the research. And that's where we all come in! The Foundation Fighting Blindness brought together volunteers to plan for this year's 5th Annual Vision Walk at Piedmont Park. The Walk is March 27th but you can register online today! For more information visit www.wsbtv.com.
Gigi's Playhouse
A Chicago mother of of a young child with down syndrome created a special playhouse for her daughter and friends nearly ten years ago. Today there are numerous locations of Gigi's Playhouse. In fact, organizers right here in Georgia are working to bring the popular hangout to families who say they just can't wait. The "I Have A Voice" Gala to bring a Gigi's Playhouse to metro Atlanta Saturday, February 26th at the Ritz Carlton Atlanta . For more information visit www.wsbtv.com.
Southeastern Flower Show 2011
Goats and chickens are the kinds of animals you'd expect to find on a farm. Don't be surprised if our four legged and feathered friends make an appearance or two at this year's Southeastern Flower Show. In addition to goat-scaping, this year's flower show will also include a workshop on bees and there will be a juries youth competition of musical instruments made of plant materials! The Southeastern Flower Show begins the weekend of February 25th! F2F discounts are available! For more information visit www.wsbtv.com.
Village 2 Go
Students at Bethune Elementary School are still talking about the traveling exhibit that came to their school this past week. Sponsored by the National Black Arts Festival, the traveling children's education village, also known as Village 2 Go, teaches students the values held by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and when they left the exhibit they were all surprised with the book, "My Brother Martin". This year the NBAF has budgeted for at least 10 schools to get a visit from Village 2 Go. This exhibit is free of charge and approximately 10 thousand children will be served this year. For more information visit www.nbaf.org.
2/13/11
Military Medals
It's been said when we make service our first priority, not success, success will follow! The families of two veterans can certainly attest to that old adage, as their loved ones were recently honored for their bravery and valor. Colonel Deborah Grays, Garrison Commander of Forts McPherson and Gillem, along with Congressman David Scott, presented medals for bravery and valor in combat to the families of veterans Phillip Fannin and Earl Franklin. Fannin served honorably during WWII and the Korean War and Franklin served honorably in the Vietnam War. For more information visit www.wsbtv.com.
The Herndon Home
Built in 1910, the Herndon Home is a memorial to the Alonzo Herndon family. But for decades, the national historic landmark has been the one spot generations of families have turned to for an inspiring story of struggle and achievement. This building, its furnishings and family papers richly document the significance of the Herndons within the broad patterns of American history. The Herndon Home is owned and operated by the Alonzo F. and Norris B. Herndon Foundation. For more information visit www.herndonhome.org.
Easter Seals
Easter Seals North Georgia is a non-profit agency that serves thousands of children with disabilities and other special needs. It all started in 1907, when an Ohio businessman lost his son in a street car accident. The lack od medical services prompted the businessman to sell his company and build a hospital in his hometown. It was during that process he learned that children with disabilities were often hidden from public view. Inspired by that discovery, Edgar Allen, founded in 1919 what has become Easter Seals. Support Easter Seals Events! For more information visit www.northgeorgia.easterseals.com.
United Way Shoe Box Project
United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta is preparing for the 6th Annual Shoebox Project. each year individuals and organizations throughout metro Atlanta donate Shoe Boxes filled with toiletries, items like toothbrushes, lotion, lip balm etc. These items are then distributed to women and children at homeless shelters throughout metro Atlanta. Last year, Channel 2 employees along with our Family 2 Family underwriters hosted a "Shoe Box Party", unleashing lots of creativity and shoebox decorating ideas. You can do the same! The Shoe Box campaign starts February 14th and continues unitl May 8th. For more information visit www.unitedwayatlanta.org.
2/06/11
Rev. Hosea Williams
Although he was a major part of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s inner circle, the life and legacy of the Reverend Hosea Williams was rarely mentioned, that is until our Family 2 Family Special: Hosea Williams-The Untold Story. Many viewers watched as Channel 2 News Anchors Jovita Moore and Justin Farmer revealed the life of Hosea Williams. We were there as the Civil Rights Pioneer's family watched from their home and we talked to his daughters, Elizabeth Omilami and Dr. Barbara Williams Emerson. The family says the next step is to create a website called Hosea- His Story. The site will encourage people to record their own Hosea Story. For more information visit www.wsbtv.com.
Dr. Doris A. Derby
The Student Non-Violent Coodinating Committee, also known as SNCC, was created in 1960 at Shaw University. It's goal was to inform residents of the segregated south about Civil Rights. One of it's members was a young woman with a heart for change and a good eye! Dr. Derby is a ten-year veteran of the Civil Rights Movement and a working member of the SNCC. Her photographs provide an insider's view of the movement and the people that were influenced by it.The exhibit Revisiting the Civl rights Movement Through an Activist's Lens: A Documentary, is free and open to the public at the National Archives of Atlanta until the end of the month. For more information visit www.archives.gov.
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival is the single largest film event in the city and now in its 11th year, its added more days, more theaters and more great films- so it will not be just another night at the movies. the festival was the brain child of the American Jewish Committee, an international advocacy organization that's mission is to connect the Jewish community with the larger community and to build bridges of understanding between all faiths and ethnicities. The festival will run until February 27th. Opening night is February 8th, 2011 and it will kick off at the Fox Thetre. For more information visit www.archives.gov.
1/30/11
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
If you've ever seen "Revelations", the show stopping performance of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, you understand why it's called an American classic that speaks to everyone. This year Revelations turns 50! Also, since it's founding in 1958, only two have served as head of the world reknown Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater-the founder- Alvin Ailey and Judith Jamison. Jamison, nearly a year ago, announced that she would pass her mantle as artistic director to a fast-rising choreographer whose been recognized as the "Master of American Choreography". His name is Robert Battle. Come see some of his work at the Family 2 Family performance of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Thursday, February 10th at 7:30pm at the Fox Theatre. For more information visit www.alvinailey.org/atlanta.
Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy
They make decisions that influence "Big Business" and education all over Georgia. But seven CEO's turned off their cell phones and cancelled all of their morning appointments to take time and read to elementary school students in support of the Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy. Which GA COE can read more books and help kids win the most books? Cast your vote. The 2011 CEO battle is underway and will end February 7, 2011! Participating in this year's rumble, Paul Wood, William Griffin, Michael Russell, Ruth Knox, Cathy Cox, Raymond King and William Kimble. To view the videos and vote for your favorite CEO go to the website! Your vote is free, but you can vote as many times as you like for $3. Each donation will purchase a book for a child. For more information visit www.ferstfoundation.org.
Georgia H.E.A.T. Program
Although it warmed up a bit this weekend, winter is still with us and so is the frigid temperature, making the need for energy assistance very necessary, especially for families trying to make ends meet. H.E.A.T. is the oldest statewide fuel fund program in Georgia. The H.E.A.T. program helps low-income families meet their energy needs through partnerships with concerned citizens, energy companies, state government, community action agencies, corporations, and other organizations. Through your contributions, about $50,000 is contributed to the H.E.A.T program through Scana Energy. More than 87,000 familes have been served throughout Georgia since the program began nearly thre decades ago. For more information visit www.heatga.org.
March of Dimes: March for Babies
This year when you March for Babies, you will give hope to the more than half a million babies that are born too soon each year. The money that you raise will support programs in your community that help mothers have healthy, full-term pregnancies. Also, your participation will help fund research to find answers to the problems that threaten our babies. In order to meet the goal for this year, $5,000,000, the fundraising starts now! Registration is free and open! There will be more than 30 different March for Babies events taking place in the Spring throughout Georgia, four here in metro-Atlanta. On Saturday April 30, there will be walks in Downtown Atlanta, Gwinnett, Marietta and North Fulton County. For more information visit www.marchofdimes.com/georgia.
1/23/11
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Since it's founding in 1958, only two have served as head of the world reknown Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater-the founder- Alvin Ailey and Judith Jamison. Jamison, nearly a year ago, announced that she would pass her mantle as artistic director to a fast-rising choreographer whose been recognized as the "Master of American Choreography". His name is Robert Battle. Come see some of his work at the Family 2 Family performance of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, February 10th at 7:30pm at the Fox Theatre. For more information visit www.alvinailey.org/atlanta.
Georgia's Rosenwald Schools for African Americans
Someone once said education's purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one. For decades, colsed minds prevented black children here in Georgia from having the same quality of education as their white counterparts. But in the early 1900's a unique partnership was born that ignited change in the south. The Rosenwald Schools for African Americans. The Rural School Building Program of the Julius Rosenwald Fund that was established in 1917, provided financial grants for the construction of public schools for African Americans throughout the South. Between 1912 and 1932, contributions from the Rosenwald Fund helped to build 4,977 new schools for African Americans in fifteen southern states. In Georgia 242 schools were constructed with the aid of Rosenwald funds. For more information visit www.gashpo.org.
We Need 2 Read
Radio personality, Greg Street, is reaching out to Metro-Atlanta youth once again! He's created a reading program addressing illiteracy in atlanta high schools. The program is called We Need 2 Read and the incentives are sure to get every teenagers attention! So, be the "Best-Read" team by December and have a real chance to win big. (UPDATE!!!) Students from 13 metro-Atlanta High Schools responded to the WE NEED 2 READ challenge and a team of students from North Atlanta High School took home the 10,000 prize! Good Job!, we take you to the winning school and intro. For more information visit www.weneed2read.org.
1/16/11
Hands On Atlanta Martin Luther King Jr. Service Summit
On January 17th, 2011 many of you will pay tribute to the legacy of Dr. martin Luther King Jr. and Mrs. Coretta Scott King by participating in the Hands On Atlanta Martin Luther King Jr. Service Summit. In addition to a freedom rally, moderated by Channel 2 Action News Anchor Jovita Moore, volunteers will prepare boxes of food to feed more than ten thousand familes in need in metro Atlanta and our rural communities. You were asked to bring a non-perishable item to help Hands On Atlanta meet its goal of feeding thousands of families. The 19th Hands On Atlanta MLK Service Summit is Monday, January 17th . For more information visit www.handsonatlanta.org.
Anti-Defamation League: Children of the Dream
Every King holiday, the Anti-Defamation League brings together students from all over metro-Atlanta and hosts the "No Place for Hate" leadership summit. This year the summit will take place at the Alliance Theatre and thos students participating will be treated to a free performance of Children of the Dream. There will be two Children of the Dream performances on Monday January 17th at 1pm and 3pm at the Rich Auditorium at the Woodruff Arts Centre. Both are free and open to the public!. For more information call 404-733-5000 or visit www.alliancetheatre.org.
Totes 2 Tots 2011
Imagive going on a trip and transporting all of your belongings in a plastic garbage bag! For years that's the system children in GA's Foster Care Program were forced to submit to- that is until Georgia Cancer Specialists teamed up with our Family 2 Family underwriters to sponsor what has become the biggest annual suitcase and back pack drive in Georgia's history. The annual Totes 2 Tots suitcase drive is January 14th from 10am until 2pm. Again, there are 22 sites to choose from. For more information call 1-877-716-2273, go to wsbtv.com or visit www.gacancer.com.
Flat Rock Slave Cemetery and Archives
Flat Rock Georgia. It's American history most people have never heard of. But more than 150 years ago Flat Rock was home to dozens of slaves and American Civil War veterans. Now community leaders are actively trying to follow Flat Rock's ancestry. There is a weatlth of history right in our back yard, all it takes is a little searching. Learn more about this piece of Georgia's history by visiting the Flat Rock Archives and Museum located on Crossvale Road in Lithonia. It's open every Tuesday from 10am until 4pm. For more information call 404-808-0030 or visit www.flatrockarchives.org.
1/09/11
Hands On Atlanta Martin Luther King Jr. Service Summit
In the next few days many of you will pay tribute to the legacy of Dr. martin Luther King Jr. and Mrs. Coretta Scott King by participating in the Hands On Atlanta Martin Luther King Jr. Service Summit. In addition to a freedom rally, moderated by Channel 2 Action News Anchor Jovita Moore, volunteers will prepare boxes of food to feed more than ten thousand familes in need in metro Atlanta and our rural communities. You are asked to bring a non-perishable item to help Hands On Atlanta meet its goal of feeding thousands of families. The 19th Hands On Atlanta MLK Service Summit is Monday, January 17th . For more information visit www.handsonatlanta.org.
Anti-Defamation League: Children of the Dream
Every King holiday, the Anti-Defamation League brings together students from all over metro-Atlanta and hosts the "No Place for Hate" leadership summit. This year the summit will take place at the Alliance Theatre and thos students participating will be treated to a free performance of Children of the Dream. There will be two Children of the Dream performances on Monday January 17th at 1pm and 3pm at the Rich Auditorium at the Woodruff Arts Centre. Both are free and open to the public!. For more information call 404-733-5000 or visit www.alliancetheatre.org.
Totes 2 Tots 2011
Imagive going on a trip and transporting all of your belongings in a plastic garbage bag! For years that's the system children in GA's Foster Care Program were forced to submit to- that is until Georgia Cancer Specialists teamed up with our Family 2 Family underwriters to sponsor what has become the biggest annual suitcase and back pack drive in Georgia's history. The annual Totes 2 Tots suitcase drive is January 14th from 10am until 2pm. Again, there are 22 sites to choose from. For more information call 1-877-716-2273, go to wsbtv.com or visit www.gacancer.com.
Georgia's WIC Program
Georgia's Women, Infants and Children's prgram, also known as WIC, is the fifth largest WIC prgram in the country, with an annual budget of more than three hundred and fifty million dollars. Surprisingly, here in Georgia there are women and children eligible for this program, but who are not taking advantage of it. And according to Abdul Lindsay, Nutrition/WIC Director of Georgia, that is totally unacceptable. WIC serves women and children in families with incomes at or below the poverty level. Also, men who have guardianship of their children may also be eligible. For more information call 404-657-2900 or visit www.wic.ga.gov.
1/02/11
Happy Meals On Wheels/Nicky's Seafood
On January 2, 2011 a business owner in Atlanta's Historic West End made good on his New Year's resolution. It's actually the same resolution he's made for nearly three decades. Nick Caliendo, owner of Nicky's Seafood fed aproximately 1000 of Atlanta's homeless in the neighborhood where his business thrives. Nick Caliendo serves up a mean cup of gumbo, but the treat for his neighbors was a spaghetti dinner he prepared through his non-profit organization, Happy Meals On Wheels. Happy Meals on Wheels will need volunteers for this effort next year as well so keep it in mind. For more information visit www.happymealsonwheels.org.
The Real Deal Program with Ronnie Hoof
Each year around this time People 2 People is proud to show a side of our Emmy Award winning video-journalist Ronnie Hoof most viewers do not get to see, since he's always behind the camera. It's a part od his life that comes from the hard times he's experienced growing up on the Westside of Little Rock Arkansas. In addition to being the quarterback for his college football team, Ronni went on to earn a Master's degree in education. Since that time, he has started his own non-profit organization and travels around Georgia determined to touch the lives of as many students as he can. He is, the Real Deal! For more information visit www.therealdealprogram.org.
Dali: High Museum of Art
The High Museum is currently home to the work of artist Salvador Dali. best known as a surrealist, Dali's exclusive exhibit, Dali Til' Dawn at the High, is nearing it's final weekend. The exhibit, which includes several major pieces that haven;t been seen in this country in half a century, will be open to the public for a special 31 hour final weekend celebration. Dali-The Late Work, runs through January 9th. Check out our website @ wsbtv.com/community to get a sneak peek. For more information visit www.high.org/dali.
12/19/10
Wreaths Across America: Wreath Laying Ceremony
Last month we told you about Wreaths Across America and introduced you to the metro-Atlanta woman determined to place a wreath on every grave site at the Georgia National Cemetery. Today, thanks to many of you, the graves of thousands of veterans are beautifully adorned this holiday season! A actual total of three-thousand wreaths were placed on the graves of veterans and organizers estimated as many as 25 hundred people participated in the observance. For more information visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.
Amy's Holiday Party
One night in December years ago, a twelve-year-old girl named Amy Sacks Zeide was watching television, while flipping through the channels, a local news broadcast caught her attention. Someone had broken into an Atlanta homeless shelter and stole all the Christmas gifts. Amy was devastated by this occurance. After her sense of despair wore off, Amy’s Holiday Party was born. Amy was and still is very determined to ensure that disadvantaged children in Atlanta will have a chance to celebrate and to be celebrated during the Holiday Season. This year more than 350 teenagers volunteered, and they're going to be planning next years party soon! For more information including how you can help visit www.amysholidayparty.org.
Fernbank's Winter Wonderland: Celebrations and Traditions Around the World
Atlanta is home to dozens of local consulate offices representing countries all over the world. Earlier this year, the curator of an exciting new exhibit at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History contacted the heads of those countries with an unusual offer, a Winter Wonderland! Fernbank’s first annual Winter Wonderland features more than 20 decorated trees that will twinkle with lights and glimmer with color. The trees will have an array of cultural ornaments and emblems that celebrate the diversity of groups of people, their traditions, holidays and events around the world. Ferbank hopes to make this an annual tradition recognizing countries that celebrate holidays other than Christmas. The exhibit runs now through January 5th. For more information visit www.fernbankmuseum.org.
100 Robotics Qaulifier
Science, Engineering, Math- as cool sports? Absolutely! Say organizers of a provocative program sponsored by the 100 Black Men of Atlanta. 400 school aged students participated in last week's competition and those who make the cut will go on to compete in the regional and maybe even the international competition held in St. Louis. This competiotion is considered the “little league” of the FIRST Robotics Competition, and extends the FIRST concept of inspiring and celebrating science and technology to youths aged 9 through 14. For more information visit www.100blackmen-atlanta.org.
12/12/10
Cox Conserves Heroes-Winner
Angel Poventud is the Atlanta's 2010 Cox Conserves Hero! Congratulations Angel. Mr. Poventud spends his weekends planting and mulching for Trees Atlanta, he recieved the greatest number of online votes and he selected Trees Atlanta as the recipient of his $5,000 award. For more information on Cox Conserves Heroes visit our website.
Truly Living Well Natural Center for Natural Urban Agriculture
Jocelyn Dorsey was on hand for the ground breaking ceremony for the Truly Living Well Center for Natural Urban Agriculture. We brought you Mr. Nuri's story last year, since that time Truly Living Well has expanded its territory so to speak, its launched another urban farm in Atlanta. The site, which was ironically called Wheat Street Garden Housing Project will now be called the Truly Living Well Wheat Street Garden. The generous donations made by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Atlanta Falcon Youth Foundation will go a long way toward creating the infastructure of this new urban farm, so more donations and volunteers are still needed. For more information on how you can help visit www.trulylivingwell.com.
Hands are NOT for Hitting
Georgia is ranked 14th in the nation for pre-K school expultions- three abd four year olds expelled from pre-K! Menyuan Smith is tackling this disheartening issue head on with her non-profit Grow Kids Inc. New Mexico has the highest rate of expulsions followed by Maine and Alabama. If you'd like to take a look at the study, check out the link below. .
The Georgia Center for Child Advocacy champions the needs of sexually and severely physically abused children in Georgia. Every year around this time the center recieves a huge gift that makes its mission possible. The Atlanta knitting guild started knitting and dressing the bears in the late eighties and since that time they've donated more than three thousand bears. They average about thre hundred per year. Unfortunately, the center runs out of bears before years end, so more bears and more volunteers are needed. For more information visit www.wsbtv.com.
12/05/10
National Adoption Day
There is perhaps no other time of the year family is more appreciated than the holidays. Yet more than half a million children in foster care are waiting for a forever family. But in Fulton County, nearly 30 youngsters are waking up this morning surrounded by loving and permanent families. They were recently adopted during National Adoption Day. The Fulton County Juvenile Court has participated in National Adoption Day for the past nine years and during that time more than 300 children have been adopted. To help celebrate National Adoption Day, the Fulton County Juvenile Court staff helped prpare food and gift baskets for each child and their new families. For more information on adopting a child call 404-224-4676 or visit www.fultoncountyga.gov.
Empty Stocking Fund/American Signature Furniture
Some traditions get better with time. The Empty Stocking Fund is one of them! For the last 83 years, the Atlanta-based non-profit has provided gifts to more than a million kids whose parents aren't able to do so. Every year the gifts are a made available to metro-Atlanta parents at Santa's Village. Providing two toys, a book and a pair of socks for more than 50 thousand children is a big deal, and now more than ever the Empty Stocking Fund needs our help to cover the cost of all those goodies. It's the Sponsor-a-Child campaign and American Signature Furniture is launching their own Sponsor-a-Child campaign for the Empty Stocking Fund. You can go to any of the 7 American Signature Furniture locations and make a donation of any kind. For more information visit www.emptystockingfund.org.
40-40-40 for Kids
Several metro-Atlanta couples are preparing to celebrate their first official holiday as man and wife. 29 couples tied the knot in one weekend to raise money for the Alanta Children's shelter. The Atlanta Children's Shelter believes that breaking the cycle of homelessness requires an intensive, wholistic approach. Their social workers are skilled at working with homeless families and their unique situations. Families who come to the Shelter are assisted in finding jobs, locating affordable housing, interacting with other social service agencies, and dealing with personal, legal or domestic issues. For more information visit www.atlantachildrensshelter.com.
11/21/10
Virtual Red Kettle
Because of the Salvation Army, more than 300 homeless people will have a place to sleep tonight. The Salvation Army also operates four Boys & Girls Clubs around town and rins eight outreach centers with homeless prevention programs. All of the work the Salvation Army is dependent upon a familiar sound you hear every year around this time, the Red Kettle bell ringers. But this year the Salvation Army has gone high-tech, this year credit card machines will be used at 30 of the 300 Red Kettle locations across Metro-Atlanta. The virtual Red Kettle runs now through December 31st. For more information visit www.salvationarmyatlanta.org.
"For-Youth" Fair
For hundreds of homeless children in Metro-Atlanta, Christmas came early, as several non-profit organizations cam together to host the "For Youth Fair" and it was a day of inspriration, entertainment, food and fun for local youth affected by homelessness. This event was sponsored by the United Way of Metro-Atlanta, Chris Kids, Magdalene's Gate and the Georgia Department of Labor. For more information visit www.salvationarmyusa.org.
Northside Hospital Glasses Donations
Students from three Metro-Atlanta schools are probably feeling pretty proud of themselves- and they should! Students from Peachtree Charter Middle School, Chamblee Middle School and Dunwoody High School partnered with Northside Hospital, oneof our Family 2 Family underwriters, and collected one thousand pairs of eyeglasses during the One-Sight eyeglasses drive earlier this month. The glasses are recycled and shipped off to other countries to help those who cannot afford to purchase glasses.
Travel in Pink
It was one exciting evening for Grady Health System's Chief Compliance Officer Debbie Kirby. She got an opportunity to meet Julius "Dr. J." Irving, but what really made her day was winning the highest bid and then sitting in her brand new "Pink Chair", compliments of American Signature Furniture, our newest Family 2 Family underwriter. The Pink Chair was donated for the live auction during Grady Health Foundation's inaugural "Travel in Pink" event. This event decorated the hangar of a 767 airplane which is home to the Delta Air Transport Heritage Museum. The event also raised more than 187,000 dollars to provide scholarships for patients attending Grady's Avon Foundation Comprehensive Breast Center.
Funk Heritage Center
The Veteran's Pow Wow and Indian festival happens every year around this time, but you do not have to wait another 12 months to experience Native American History. Just north of us in Waleska georgia is where you will find Joseph Kitchens and the Funk heritage Center at Reinhardt University. Amongst tons of paintings and artifacts, the center also includes a theater, that features and award winning film about the Southeastern Indians and the trail of tears. For more information call 770-720-5970 visit www.reinhardt.edu/funkheritage.
11/14/10
Flat Rock Slave Cemetery
Flat Rock Georgia. It's American history most people have never heard of. But more than 150 years ago Flat Rock was home to dozens of slaves and American Civil War veterans. Now community leaders are actively trying to follow Flat Rock's ancestry. There is a weatlth of history right in our back yard, all it takes is a little searching. Learn more about this piece of Georgia's history by visiting the Flat Rock Archives and Museum located on Crossvale Road in Lithonia. It's open every Tuesday from 10am until 4pm. For more information call 404-808-0030 or visit www.flatrockarchives.org.
Avon Comprehensive Breast Center
Grady Health System is known as the premier trauma center in the southeast. But few realize the other specialties that Grady has to offer beyond that. Seen as a vital part of the Georgia Cancer Center for Excellence at Grady Health System, the Avon Foundation Comprehensive Breast Center has been awarded full accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers making it the only public hospital program in the southeast region to earn the coveted national recognition. For more information visit www.gradyhealth.org.
Boys & Girls Club of Metro-Atlanta Youth of the Year
All year the beast and brightest of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro-Atlanta have been competing for the chance to claim the coveted Youth of the Year Award. Channel 2, along with Scana Energy one of our Family 2 Family underwriters were two of the year's Youth of the Year sponsors. The program was hosted by Channel 2 Action News Anchors Jovita Moore and Fred Blankenship and they were proud to announce Stacey Finley as the 2010 Boys and Girls Club of Metro-Atlanta Youth of the Year. For more information visit www.bgcma.org.
11/07/10
Cox Conserves Heroes
Cox Enterprises, our parent company has partnered with the Trust for Public Land, to create the Cox Conserves Heroes program for the last four years. The program celebrates local community conservation efforts all over the country by honoring volunteers who are making a difference. Five Atlanta finalists are vying for the title of Cox Conserves Hero, your job is to choose just one. The winning hero will be awarded $5,000 to donate to the environmental non-profit organization of his or her choice. The finalists each will recieve $1,250 to donate to a non-profit of their choice. Vote Now! For more information visit www.wsbtv.com/coxconservesheroes.
Atlanta Beltline- Eastside Trail
Another project leading the way in environmental and conservation efforts is the Atlanta beltline. Community leaders broke ground last weekend on one of the most talked-about developments in Atlanta- the Eastside Trail. Channel 2 Action News Anchors Jovita Moore and Justin Farmer emceed the event bringing together dozens of people from surrounding neighborhoods. The Eastside Trail will be a 14-foot concrete multi-use trail in the Atlanta Beltline right-of-way. The intent is to encourage healthy living habits such as walking, jogging and cycling. The Eastside Trail is a result of a generous donation from the Sarah and Jim Kennedy-Path Foundation.
Red Cross Holiday Giving
Life can change in an instant! A flood, a tornado, a house fire; it's difficult to prepare for such catrosrophic events. That's why organizations like the metropolitan area Red Cross and efforts like the Holiday Giving Campaign are so important. This year you can give a gift that saves the day. The Red Cross Holiday Giving campaign begins November 17th. To browse the Holiday Giving Catalog call 404-876-3302 or visit www.atlantaredcross.org.
Purple Stride Atlanta 2010
Pancreatic Cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in this country and when patients are diagnosed typically the disease has already progressed to the terminal stage. Pancreatic Cancer is a deadly disease that has touched the Channel 2 family, taking the lives of several of our employees' family members and even a beloved Channel 2 Action News Employee, Andy Artis. But we can all do our part to battle this deadly threat by participating in this year's Purple Stride 5K Family Fun Walk/Run Saturday November 13th at Perimeter Mall from 7:30am-10:30am. For more information visit www.pancan.org/purplestride
Northside Hospital-Tennis Against Breast Cancer Ladies Day
All throught the month of October we brought you stories of how individuals and organizations were joining the fight against Breast Cancer. There were walks, seminars, even tennis matches! All month long, Northside Hospital, one of our Family 2 Family underwriters invited women to take part in the hospital's 8th Annual Tennis Against Breast Cancer Ladies Days. The event gave women the opportunity to enhance their tennis skills, all while supporting breast cancer patients. each event culminated with a luncheon. Channel 2 Action News Anchor Monica Pearson emceed the last event, which included a silent auction and fashion show. Channel 2's Linda Stouffer and WSB-FM's Vikki Locke also served as emcees. The event raised more than $62,000 which will benefit Northside's Breast Care Program.
Scana Energy- Dancing with the Stars of Atlanta
Last weekend, community leaders and local celebrities put on their dancing shoes to benefit the American Cancer Society. The American Cancer Society's annual gala featured "Dance with the Stars of Atlanta", pairing professionals from Academy Ballroom with local celebrities. Scana Energy, one of our Family 2 Family underwriters was the presenting sponsor. We were told that the dancers practiced months on their routines. $135,000 was raised!.
Wreaths Across America
Midway between Cartersville and Canton lies the remains of more than four thousand veterans. With $775 acres, the Georgia National Cemetery will serve veterans and their familes for the next 50 years. And if one metro-Atlanta woman has her way, we'll be able to show our appreciation to our service men and women every holiday season. The initiative is called Wreaths Across America. The purpose is to lay a wreath at the grave of every service man an woman this holiday season. For more information call 404-210-1442 or visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/locations/georgia.
10/24/10
Girls Who Rule the World
100 Girls from all over metro-Atlanta were invited to attend a weekend mentoring event sponsored by the Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation after writing an essay on peer pressure, teenage sex or body image. It was a weekend filled with workshops, a talent show and one huge surprise! each girl recieved their very own extra large back pack, designed and donated by our newest Family 2 Family underwriter American Signature Furniture. The back packs were so large you could literally use them as a peice of furniture. For more information visit www.thesteveandmarjorieharveyfoundation.org.
Empty Stocking Fund- Drive Days
The Holiday season is now upon us and we're jumping right into the season with the Empty Stocking Fund. With your help, the Empty Stocking Fund empowers parents and guardians with the opportunity and dignity of giving their children gifts at Christmas time. There are a few changes to this year's program, Santa's Village was traditionally held at City Hall East is moving to Chamblee. The JROTC Drive days benefitting the Empty Stocking Fund are next Saturday and Sunday, November 13th & 14th at your local Kroger store. For more information visit www.emptystockingfund.org.
One Sight- Eye Glasses Drive
More than 250 million adults and children suffer from poor vision because they don't have access to basic vision care and eyewear. How many old pairs of glasses do you have hiding in a drawer at your house? Northside hospital, one of our Family 2 Family underwriters, decided to do something to stop the waste of this precious resource. Since 1986 more than 7 million people worldwide have recieved free vision care and eyewear through one sight. If you'd like to organize your own eye-wear drive or simple donate your old glasses visit the website. For more information visit www.onesight.org.
Digital Bookmobile
It was hard to miss and 18-wheel, tractor-trailer, transformed into a high-tech bookmobile. The Digital Bookmobile national tour made stops through metro-Atlanta this past week. If you missed the digital bookmobile while it was here in town, you can still learn how to download digital books and more anytime. Visit the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library system's website or the DeKalb County Public Library's download website. For more information visit www.af.public.lib.ga.us.org
10/24/10
NBAA Community Outreach Initiatives
The NBAA represents company executives that prefer and rely on business aircraft. Private jets allow them to attend multiple meetings in a day. Members traveled from all over the world to attend this week's conference, but many came a day early to help make-over the grounds of Brookhaven Boys & Girls Club. This is the third community project that the NBAA has tackled, the second in Atlanta. NBAA built a playground for Fanin Elementary School, an Atlanta public school. For more information visit www.nbaa.org.
Georgia's WIC Program
Georgia's Women, Infants and Children's prgram, also known as WIC, is the fifth largest WIC prgram in the country, with an annual budget of more than three hundred and fifty million dollars. Surprisingly, here in Georgia there are women and children eligible for this program, but who are not taking advantage of it. And according to Abdul Lindsay, Nutrition/WIC Director of Georgia, that is totally unacceptable. WIC serves women and children in families with incomes at or below the poverty level. Also, men who have guardianship of their children may also be eligible. For more information call 404-657-2900 or visit www.wic.ga.gov.
All About Developmental Disabilities
All about developmental disabilities or AADD, is an organization that works to create a culture where people living with developmental disabilities are heard and respected at every level of society. AADD believes that people with developmental disabilities, and their families, are among the most challenged, excluded and vulnerable people in society. All About Developmental Disabilities works to build strong communities that encourage and support all people. AADD is hosting it's annual Legacy Breakfast, Tuesday, October 26th at the Atlanta History Center. The event starts at 7:30am and ends at 9am. For more information visit www.aadd.org.
Trust for Public Land
From urban playgrounds and community gardens to Georgia's coast and rivers- if you enjoy any of these natural resources, chances are you can thank the Trust for Public Land. Since it was founded in 1972, the Trust for Public land has helped protect land throughout the state by creative collaboration. And as always, the Trust for Public Land conserves land for people to enjoy. The Trust for Public Land makes sure that parks, gardens, and other natural places are livable in communities for generations to come. For more information visit www.tpl.org.
10/17/10
National Urban League Empowerment Tour
So far this year, there have been more than 2 million forclosures in this country. In Atlanta, almost six out of every ten homeowners are on or more months behind on their mortgage. And more jobs have been lost here in Georgia than any other state except California. With statistics like that, it's no wonder Atlanta is the first stop on a multi-city economic empowerment tour sponsored by the National Urban League. The Economic Empowerment Tour is Thursday October 21st from 2pm-8pm at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 404-659-1150 or visit www.atlul.org.
Operation Sandbox Ga- Ride for the Troops
Hundreds of people came out to support Operation Sandbox Ga's Rides for the Troops where P2P host Jocelyn Dorsey served as Grand Marshall. There were close to a thousand people in attendance. More than 550 were bikers and nearly 450 actually rode their bikes. supporters helped to raise fifteen thousand dollars for Operation Sandbox Ga. For more information call visit www.operationsandboxga.org.
B&G Club Youth of the Year
Nationally children who join Boys & Girls clubs in their communities have a higher high school graduation rate than the national average and they finish college at a rate that surpasses the status quo. In fact, six out of ten national club alumni srveyed, say the club "saved their lives." The Youth of the Year Gala is Thursday, November 4th at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. For more information visit www.bgcma.org.
40-40-40 2010
Last year 40 weddings took place over a 40 hour period and each couple paid $40. The proceeds benefitted the Atlanta Children's shelter. More than 6 thousand dollars was raised which helped care for 99 children and provided social services for 70 homeless familes at the Atlanta Chlidren's shelter. Organizers are planning the second annual Wed-A-Thon. This year they're hoping to raise fifteen thousand dollars for the Atlanta Children's shelter by conducting 50 non-stop, one hour weddings and receptions, the cost this year....$80- still a sweet deal! The 2nd annual Wed-A-Thin takes place November 27th and 28th at the Lowes Atlanta Hotel. For more information visit www.wedathonforthechildren.com.
10/10/10
Zoo Atlanta
Zoo Atlanta is one of the 10 oldest zoos still operating in the United States. But, the Zoo is so much more than tours and entertainment. Zoo Atlanta wants to inspire the citizens of Atlanta and all visitors to value wildlife on Earth and to help protect existing species through conservation and providing an informative and educational experience for visitors of all ages. For more information visit www.zooatlanta.org.
Aids Research Consortium of Atlanta
The AIDS Research Consortium (ARCA) is a non-profit center for treatment and prevention research, education, and free HIV/STD testing services. ARCA works with a number of physicians and public health clinics to conduct clinical drug trials. Atlanta residents have access to the latest HIV/AIDS investigational treatments through ARCA's clinical drug trials, all for free. Also, volunteers can get free laboratory work and usually one or more free drugs,in addition to clinical monitoring and more education. For more information visit www.arcatlanta.org.
Hands On Atlanta Day 2010
Hands On Atlanta is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals.Hands On Atlanta celebrated 20 years of service during its annual Hands On Atlanta Day. Hundreds of volunteers participated in Hands On Atlanta day this year. Working alongside Mayor Kasim Reed volunteers helped spruce up Gordon White Park. Hands On Atlanta is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals. For more information visit www.handsonatlanta.org.
10/3/10
Auditory Verbal Center
When a baby is born in Georgia, a number of screenings are done to ensure the child is healthy. Babies these days are checked for diseases that vary from cystic fibrosis and sickle cell anemia to HIV. The Auditory Verbal Center offers newborn hearing screening to catch early signs of hearing loss. Don't miss their annual Gala, Saturday October 16 at the Atlanta Marriott, Gwinnett Place. For more information visit www.avchears.org.
Be The Match/Be-The-One Run
Thousands of people right here in Georgia live with life threatening diseases like leukemia and are searching for a bone marrow donor. You may be the match they need. Support the Be The match registry by participating in the Be-The-One Run Saturday, October 30 at Atlantic Station Central Park. Every step you take helps patients recieve the marrow transplant they need. For more information visit www.betheonerun.org.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Now, when you purchase a Pink Ribbon icon for just $1 at your local Kroger store, you will make a donation to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast cancer foundation. Kroger and the foundation have partnered for the annual fundraiser since 2000. You can purchase the Pink Ribbon icons until October 30th. With your help we can eradicate this disease that affects women worldwide. For more information visit ww5.komen.org.
Aid Gwinnett
AID Gwinnett, a non profit organization that was founded in 1990 in Gwinnett County by a group of concerned parents and volunteers dealing with family members and friends living with HIV/AIDS. AID Gwinnett is a community-based organization that responds with compassion and sensitivity to the HIV/AIDS epidemic through advocacy, education and collaboration with other agencies. For more information visit www.aidgwinnett.org.
09/26/10
Aniz Inc.
Statistics show the African American population, especially African American women, has the fastest growing rate of new HIV and AIDS cases. Aniz strives to provide comprehensive health awareness, and prevention services for the disadvantaged children, adults and families, through intervention and education. For more information call 404-521-2410, 1-866-521-2410 visit www.aniz.org.
Operation Sandbox GA
It all started six years ago when a young bride to be put together a care package for her fiance' headed back to Iraq for his second tour of duty. Today it's called Operation Sandbox GA. Operation Sandbox was started by Julie and Virginia Pearson. Both saw a need to send certain supplies to the troops serving abroad during the holidays. "Sandbox" not only sends to our Georgia troops, but to all branches of our military who are stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan. For more information visit www.operationsandboxga.com.
Ansley Park Tour of Homes 2010
The Ansley Park Tour of Homes 2010 will be “A Walk Back in Time,” celebrating Ansley Park’s history, homes and parks. For this 17th biennial Tour, Ansley Park is especially proud to showcase six historic properties and two condominium buildings that were designed by J. Neel Reid,one of Atlanta and the South’s premier architects.The Ansley park Tour of Homes is from October 1st through the 3rd . For more information visit www.ansleypark.org/tourofhomes2010.
09/19/10
East Lake Foundation
At one time "East Lake Meadows" was a notorious housing project, known for drugs shootings and high unemplyment. Today, East Lake is a national model for community revitalization. And the historic East Lake Golf Club is the home of the tour championship. But the real story is the impact this community is having on the next generation. For more information visit www.eastlakefoundation.org.
100 Robotics Invitational
What if science, math, engineering and technology were as cool as professional sports!? Well one metro Atlanta organization is proving that they are. The 100 Robotics Invitational Showcase is Friday September 24th at the Georgia World Congress Center from 10am-4pm. For more information visit www.100blackmen-atlanta.org.
100 Robotics Invitational
As we continue as a nation to muddle through this economic crisis, some metro-Atlanta homeowners who were once on the verge of losing their homes, are taking of a program that's been around for a decade. Home But Not Alone is a program that reduces the cost of housing and prevents homelessness in metropolitan Atlanta where low income homeowners who have extra room in their homes will rent to compatible tenants, one or both of who are living with HIV/AIDS. For more information call 678-812-4083 or 678-812-4081.
25th Anniversary Sandy Springs Festival
In just a few days, thousands will come to Sandy Springs for the annual sandy springs festival. This year is a milestone- 25 years!. The 25th Anniversary Sandy Springs Festival is Saturday September 25 and Sunday September 26 at Heritage Green in Sandy Springs, next to the city walk. For more information call 404-851-9111 or visit www.sandyspringsfestival.com.
09/12/10
Aids Alliance for Faith and Health
Someone once said that faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase. One Metro-Atlanta organization has given new meaning to the notion and it's saving lives. The AIDS Alliance for Faith and Health's adds to the quality of life for any individual who is living with HIV disease. For more information call 404-659-2437 or visit www.aidsallianceatl.org.
Girls Inc.
Women at the executive level have busy lives with very little time to spare. Despite their over-booked schedules, female execs can often develop a need to share their knowledge and experience, through mentoring young girls. In answer to this need, Girls Inc., along with the help of Leadership Atlanta's class of 2010 are creating a unique concept to meet the needs of women with big hearts, it's called circle up. For more information call 678-686-1740 or visit www.girlsincatl.org.
We Need 2 Read
Radio personality, Greg Street, is reaching out to Metro-Atlanta youth once again! He's created a reading program addressing illiteracy in atlanta high schools. The program is called We Need 2 Read and the incentives are sure to get every teenagers attention! So, be the "Best-Read" team by December and have a real chance to win big. For more information visit www.weneed2read.org.
09/05/10
Project Healthy Grandparents
There are more than 80 thousand grandparents in the Metro-Atlanta trying to raise the next generation. Sunday September 11 is National Grandparents Day and everyone should celebrate the lives and spirit of these special men and women. Project Healthy Grandparents (PHG) is a community service research project of the College of Health and Human Sciences at Georgia State University. The mission of PHG is to improve the quality of life for families in which grandparents are raising grandchildren in parent-absent homes. For more information call 404-413-1125.
Jerusalem House
Jerusalem House provides over 62% of the permanent supportive housing for Atlanta's homeless and low-income population affected by HIV/Aids. Jerusalem House started in 1989 with 5 residents, it now serves 241 people and 88 of which are chldren. For more information visit www.jerusalemhouse.org.
Georgia Relay
Talking on the telephone and being able to hear the person on the other end is a blessing most of us who can hear take for granted. For decades hearing-impaired people have suffered in silence. But thanks to new technology and agencies like Georgia relay and the Georgia Council for the Hearing Impaired, those days are nearly over. For more information www.georgiarelay.org or www.gachi.org.
08/29/10
Positive Impact
Positive Impact provides HIV risk-reduction and prevention programs for men and women. These programs are offered as mental health prevention, outreach prevention, and individual-level or group-level intervention. Positive impact serves close to five thousand people every year through its community-based mental health programs. For more information call 404-589-9040 or visit www.positiveimpactatl.org.
C.H.A.M.P.S
Prostate Cancer is the leading cancer among men in Georgia and when it comes to chroninc conditions like high blood pressure and heart disease, African American men are especially at risk. CHAMPS provides health information and screening services to adult men of the metro-Atlanta area. For more information call 404-582-6121 or visit www.champsga.org.
Drive Away Hunger
Millions of Americans are struggling with hunger, many of them are right here in Georgia. September has been designated as National Hunger Action Month so take the opportunity to be apart of the solution. The Drive Away Hunger campaign begins August 30 and runs through September 12. For more information visit www.wsbtv.com/community.
08/22/10
Atlanta Ballet-New Facility
For more than 80 years, Atlanta Ballet has wowed audiences with an electric repertoire spanning ballet history, highlighted by beloved classics and inventive originals. Now the world-class company has a world-class dance center. The new Michael C. Carlos dance center is located in West Midtown, on Marietta Boulevard. For more information visit www.atlantaballet.com.
Living Room
Living Room is a housing information, placement and financial assistance agency for low-income people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to HIV-AIDS. Living Room serves individuals and families living with HIV-AIDS in metro Atlanta by providing subsidized housing, housing referrals and housing-related emergency assistance. Living Room's goal is to help our people access and maintain permanent, affordable housing. For more information call 404-616-6332 or visit www.livingroomatl.org.
Our House
Our House does all it can to combat homelessness by providing quality early childhood education and comprehensive support services for families who are facing homelessness. Support Our House by participating in the South Dekalb Striders 5K Run to End Homelessness. The run is Saturday, August 28th at Georgia Perimeter College Decatur Campus. For more information visit www.southdekalbstriders.orgor www.ourhousega.org
08/15/10
JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes
Diabetes is the single most costly chronic disease in the nation. Here in Georgia, we have one of the highest incidents of the disease. with number like that the georgia chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is going all out to motivate, inspire and get volunteers fired up about wiping out this devastating disease. The Walk to cure Diabetes is Saturday October 16 at Centennial Olympic Park and Sunday October 17 at John's Creek Technology Park. visit www.jdrfgeorgia.org.
Project Open Hand
Good nutrition has always been linked to good health. for people living with diseases such as HIV and AIDS, it's even more crucial. that's why this year's AIDS WALK ATALANTA is so important. The money you help raise when you walk this year will go to ten local non-profit organizations, one of those is Project Open Hand. Project Open Hand helps people prevent or better manage chronic disease through better nutrition. For more information visit http://www.projectopenhand.org.
08/08/10
Aids Walk Atlanta
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Aids Walk Atlanta. When you walk, you’re helping to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars and that money supports the work of 10 local organizations fighting the disease. As the countdown begins to this year’s Aids Walk event, we’ll take you inside each of the 10 non-profit beneficiaries and the people they serve. Georgia is one of the top ten states in the country for HIV infections. Aids Walk Atlanta is Sunday, October 17th at Piedmont Park. For more information on the walk or Aid Atlanta visit aidatlanta.org.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
We’ve given you sneak peeks of Freedom’s Sisters a national traveling exhibit, featuring 20 of the most phenomenal women in American History. We met a direct descendant of one of the Freedom’s Sisters, Tiana Ferrell who is the great great granddaughter of Ida B. Wells Barnett. She is the newest member of the NAACP’s Executive Committee. Members of the NAACP’s Executive Committee are elected and charged with setting the course for the organization. And Freedom’s Sisters run through October 3rd at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum. For more information on the Atlanta chapter of the NAACP, visit the website at naacp.org. For more information on Freedom’s Sisters call 404-865-7100 or visit jimmycarterlibrary.gov.
Mason Murer Fine Art
Growing up in North Carolina, Stephen Hayes remembers his lessons in grade school about the slave trade. But it wasn’t until years later as a graduate student that he realized just how much he didn’t know. He took that quest for knowledge and turned it into an artistic masterpiece entitled “Cash Crop”. “Cash Crop” is an exhibit at Mason Murer Fine Art in Midtown Atlanta. It’s been extended until September 22nd with the exception of August 13th and 14th. For more information call 404-879-1500 or visit the website at masonmurer.com.
08/01/10
Multi County Football Officials
High School Football! It’s how we get the new school year started here in Georgia – quarter backs, cheerleaders, and of course mascots. And then there are the people everyone loves to get mad at…the referees. But just who are they? We found men and women who give up their weekends to serve as game referees. Those who serve as officials are paid a stipend, you won’t get rich, but you will be serving your community. For more information on how you can sign up to be a game official, visit mcfoafootball.org.
Aids Walk Atlanta 2010
This is the 20th Anniversary of the Aids Walk and one of the ways this special anniversary will be marked is by unveiling an Aids Walk Quilt, designed by Pablo Daniel Mejias. Pablo used tee shirts from each of the previous Aids walks as designs for the quilt. On the back of the quilt, a huge piece of fabric will be sewn in. Many supporters and volunteers signed that fabric at last week’s launch in honor of those they know and love. This year’s Aids Walk is Sunday, October 17th at Piedmont Park. For more information visit http://aidatlanta.org.
Atl to the Arctic Update
It’s been nearly ten days since Daniel Palazzolo packed up his motorcycle and headed north to the Arctic Circle of Alaska. We’ve been following Daniel as he blogs about his trek from Atlanta to the Arctic, all in the name of his sister, Kris and the millions of women like her, fighting breast cancer. In one of his last blogs after leaving Idaho, Daniel shared some good news from one of his Susan G. Komen contacts who is also following him online. At least 10 Komen Affiliates have benefitted directly from the donations he’s collected. For more information and to follow Daniel on his journey visit http://atltothearctic.com.
Slotin Folk Fest
For the past 17 years now, visitors from all over the United States have flocked to Atlanta to see some of the most unusual art in the world. But what happens when you land a great deal and take that one of a kind piece of art home. We spent time with Steve Slotin, the creator of folk fest to find out. He gave us a tour of all the amazing art work in his house. For more information on the Folk Fest and Steve Slotin’s art work visit http://www.slotinfolkart.com.
07/25/10
Freedom’s Sisters
Much of what we know and remember of the civil rights movement is embodied by the men who led the boycotts and demonstrations. Although less prominent, a group of extraordinary women also shaped the spirit and substance of civil rights in America. Their stories are now being told through an interactive multi-media traveling exhibit down at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum.
Atlanta Ballet
Sibahle Tshibika was introduced to the world by an HBO documentary, “Ghetto Ballet”. From South Africa to Atlanta with a full scholarship under her belt Sibahle, is attending the Atlanta Ballet’s Centre for Dance Education. While she’ll be returning to South Africa in a few weeks, Sibahle has been asked to continue to study at the Atlanta Ballet for the remainder of the year. Before leaving she will perform with her fellow dance mated in a summer performance at Kennesaw State University Friday, July 30th at 4pm.
Collision
Every year the Alliance Theatre’s education department chooses 20 metro Atlanta high school students to participate in a three week program that allows them to deconstruct and pull out themes of a theatrical work that are relevant to their own lives. It’s called collision. This year’s play was Cyrano Debergerac. Last Year’s collision project involved Martin Luther King Jr.’s, I Have a Dream speech.
07/18/10
Atl to the Arctic
Three months ago Daniel Palazzolo’s sister Kris, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Not long after that, Daniel came up with a way to support her and the millions of other women fighting the disease. He’s decided to ride his motorcycle from Atlanta to Alaska. In addition to his motorcycle ride, Daniel created a website and a blog. Individuals have already donated more than $5,000 and companies have provided everything from the saddle he’ll ride on to a second HD camera that will be raffled off to raise more money for breast cancer awareness. Daniel leaves Friday July 23, 2010. For more information visit www.atltothearctic.com.
Cool Cair Winner
It’s hard to imagine living in Atlanta with faulty or no air conditioning system in place. It’s not only uncomfortable in this summer heat, it can be deadly. Channel 2, Cool Ray and the Trane Corporation partnered to help some local homeowners in need, stay cool. Steve McComis and his family were nominated by a family friend and won a brand new air conditioning system. It’s easy to nominate someone in need to receive a free system. Simply visit www.wsbtv.com/contests and tell us in 150 words or less why your nominee is deserving.
Artist Trifecta Update
Not long ago, the Artist Trifecta Gallery hosted a photographic Scavenger Hunt. Amateur and professional photographers alike, scoured throughout the historic district of Castleberry Hill in search of the perfect item. Each were given 20 clues to help create their winning entry. It was a wonderful event and all the photographers who entered the competition are talented. The winner was Blayne Beacham.
Georgia Meth Project Update
Earlier this year the Georgia Meth Project launched a state-wide media campaign to reduce meth use in the state and to protect those who are living with the consequences of this growing problem. Earlier this month authorities made a major bust of four drug rings in Cherokee County. Several arrests were made as part of a summer crackdown by the Cherokee Multi- Agency Narcotics Squad. All involved were arrested for either selling or trafficking Methamphetamine. For more information on the Georgia Meth Project visit www.georgiamethproject.org.
07/11/10
B Moe Positive
For years he performed his comedy routine all over the country. Today, he’s trying to save our youth and that’s no laughing matter. Larry Veal’s “Reverend Charles” was created in the 90s when Veal worked as a Struggling Standup Comedian after dark and a juvenile Probation Officer during the day. In 1999 Veal started B Moe Positive and inspires others with his comedy and has taken his program all over the country, including the Leaders or Tomorrow or “LOT” center in Norcross. For more information on the LOT center or Be Moe Positive visit www.bemoepositive.com.
Truly Living Well
Not long ago we introduced you to Truly Living Well, an urban farm in the heart of Metro Atlanta. Truly living well has been awarded a seventy thousand dollar grant from the Environmental Protection Agency. Truly living well was awarded the grant because of its work to reconnect people to the land and for showing customers how to produce food in the heart of the city. The grant will be used to train 15 new urban farmers and to reach out to high school students, educating them on the impact of their eating choices and the importance of knowing who grows their food. For more information visit www.trulylivingwell.com.
The Sew What
As a group they get together often. But Mondays are very special for a particular group of women. With only a needle and thread, they joyfully create colorful flannel blankets to keep little bodies warm from head to toe. For the past 12 years, residents at the Lenbrook Community have created caps and blankets for pre-mature babies at Grady Hospital. The Women who knit and sew for the Grady babies call themselves The Sew What and they are a very special group of ladies.
National Black Arts Festival
For more than 20 years, the National Black Arts Festival has engaged, cultivated, and educated diverse audiences about the culture and arts of Africa and the African Diaspora. Last year the National Black Arts Festival named a new President and CEO, Neil Barclay who was live on the show. The National Black Arts Festival runs July 14-18. For more information visit www.nbaf.org.
07/04/10
Marquel's Pledge
Some call it a southern tradition. Others equate it with hunting. No matter what you call it- celebratory gunfire is against the law. And community leaders are hoping that one person’s Fourth of July celebration does not become another’s family tragedy. To take Marquel’s pledge and for more information visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov.
Selena Sloan Butler Park
Forty years ago, history was made changing the makeup of one of the oldest non- profits in education. A new park sign was unveiled this week, promoting the revitalization of the Selena Sloan Butler Park in Atlanta. The revitalization of the Selena Sloan Butler Park is an important step in the growth and vitality of the Atlanta community that surrounds it, but there is so much more to this story and the woman whose name the park bears. For more information on the story and how you can get involved visit www.georgiapta.org.
"A Celebration of You" Luncheon for Cancer Survivors
Fred Blankenship served as this year’s emcee for Northside Hospital’s “A Celebration of You” Luncheon. Northside hospital treats more newly diagnosed cases of cancer than any other community hospital in Georgia. And every year those cancer survivors come back to celebrate. Three hundred seventy five survivors and their families participated in this year’s luncheon. For more information visit www.northside.com.
06/27/10
Spirit of the League Awards Luncheon
Every year the Atlanta Urban League presents the Spirit of the League Award to deserving individuals who embody courage, commitment and the ability to overcome life’s challenges successfully. The stories of Melvyn Burrow, David Crawford, and Felicia Hicks are brought to you. All of the recipients of the Spirit of the League award were honored Saturday June 26th at the Urban League 2nd annual Spirit of the League Community Empowerment Day Awards Luncheon. Also honored was academy award winner Mo’Nique, she received the lifetime achievement award. For more information on the Atlanta Urban League visit www.atlul.org.
United Way Shoebox Project
Every year you are welcome to join us as we support the United Way Shoebox Project. The shoebox drop party took place at the city of refuge. The shoeboxes were distributed to women and children by United Way volunteers and Atlanta Dream Players. Nearly 14,000 boxed were collected and will be distributed to 85 homeless non-profits across the 13 county region of Metro Atlanta. For more information visit www.unitedwayatlanta.org.
Artist Trifecta
Artist Trifecta hosted the scavenger hunt, inviting all photographers, amateur and professional, young and old to scour throughout the historic district, Castleberry Hill, in search of the perfect item. Each were given 20 clues to help create their winning entry. The winner will be announced at the July 9th opening during Castleberry Hill Art stroll and will be the featured exhibit at Artist Trifecta Gallery July 9th – August 12th. For more information visit www.artisttrifecta.com.
06/20/10
Literacy Volunteers of Atlanta
Literacy Volunteers of Atlanta serves more than two thousand low-literacy students- men and women who cannot read on a 5th grade level. Right now that's nearly two out of ten metro Atlantans. Nearly 300 literacy supporters played scrabble and other word games at the fabulous Fox Theatre for this year's annual Spellabration. LVA can't help people in need without volunteers, so volunteer orientation happens every second Saturday of the month from 9:30am until 11:00am. For more information on the LVA call 404-377-7323 visit www.lvama.org.
Atlanta Urban League
Felecia Hicks was nine years old when her father committed suicide. Years later she endured another tragedy when her mother's drug addicted life abruptly ended. Today Ms. Hick is a community leader, surrogate mother and dedicated granddaughter. Her perseverance has also earned her a Spirit of the League award. Felicia is one of several recipients receiving the Atlanta Urban League's Spirit of the League Award, hosted by academy award winner Mo'Nique. The Spirit of the League Awards Luncheon is Saturday, June 26th from noon to 2:00 pm at the Atlanta Marriot Marquis. For more information visit www.atlul.org.
Fourth Down Fundamental Football Camp
Since it began more than one thousand eight hundred Atlanta youth have participated in the Fourth down Fundamental Football Camp. What makes this experience memorable is the fact that the organizer grew up in the same neighborhood and played on the same courts as many of the young athletes who will attend the camp. The host of the camp is Corner back, #24 for the world champion New Orleans Saints. The Fourth down Fundamentals football and cheerleading camp is Saturday, June 26th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Anderson Park in Atlanta and is free for youth 8 to 18. For more information visit www.leightorrence.com.
Kroger Bag-off
Every year Kroger’s top ten grocery baggers from across the state compete for one of the highest honors in the grocery bagging industry. They battle for scholarships and for the title of Top Bagger! Congratulations to Michael McMillan. He works at the Kroger in Dacula and he will represent Kroger at the Georgia Food Industry Association’s all star bag-off competition later in the summer.
06/13/10
The League of Women Voters
When you cast your vote in next month's primary election, the choices you make will affect public policies that influence everything from education to healthcare. Tracy Ann Nelson, director of the League of Women Voters of Georgia joined the show to inform people on how to make educated choices. The League of Women Voters National Convention is going on now until June 15. The convention takes place at the Marriott Atlanta Marquis. For more information visit www.lwvga.org.
Senior Connections
For many senior citizens, tasks we once took for granted like making meals and home repairs are now a major undertaking. Even enjoying simple pleasures like music and dancing can be challenging for some, which is why organizations like senior Connections are so important. Senior Connections had a Senior Prom that raised $58,000 and gave out the first Community Connections award. For more information on Senior Connections visit www.seniorconnectionsatl.org.
Real Men Cook
Food may be the tool that brings us all together, but it's the emphasis on family and community that keeps this Atlanta tradition going strong. Come watch Real Men Cook Sunday, June 20th, Father's Day from 3-6pm at the Georgia Railroad Depot. This is a Family 2 Family event so to take advantage of our $5 off admission coupon, visit any Kroger or Longhorn Steakhouse locations, two of our Family 2 Family underwriters. For more information call 404-344-8496 or visit www.realmencook.com.
06/06/10
Ready Georgia/ Weather Radios
The 2010 hurricane season is now underway. Plus, we’re just three months away from the anniversary of the Georgia floods. Knowing the kind of devastation severe weather like that brings, we want you to be prepared. Once again we’re partnering with the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and Kroger to ensure that all of Georgia is ready. Visit the Ready Georgia website to fill out a personal profile designed specifically for you and your family. The Ready Georgia campaign begins June 9th and runs through July 19th. For more information visit www.ready.ga.gov.
Georgia Meth Project
Earlier this year the Georgia Meth Project launched a state-wide media campaign to reduce meth use in the state and to protect those who are living with the consequences of this growing problem. The Georgia Meth Project will host a public forum at the Galleria Conference Center in Warner Robbins on Thursday, June 10th at 12:30 pm. Families, law enforcement, public officials and others will come together to discuss issues related to meth abuse. For more information visit www.georgiamethproject.org.
Ben Massell Dental Clinic
No one should have to wait three months to a year to receive dental care, but for many un-insured and indigent patients, that’s their way of life. For nearly a century the Ben Massell Dental Clinic has been there for Atlanta’s underserved. Now, the men and women who serve at the only volunteer clinic in the United States are asking for your help to pay a smile forward. To pay a smile forward simply add one dollar to your next dental bill or ask your dentist to consider giving up half their day per month to serve at the Ben Massell Dental Clinic. For more information visit www.benmasseldentalclinic.org.
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