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Winter 2009:

Now - December: Green Market This year, the Piedmont Park Conservancy's Green Market boasts the most farmers in Green Market history. Come enjoy fresh, healthy food choices, chef demonstrations, and musical performances. The market is open from 9 AM until 1 PM every Saturday in Piedmont Park at the 12th Street Entrance. For more information visit www.piedmontpark.org.

Every Third Saturday of Each Month: Keep Atlanta Beautiful E-Scrap Recycling Keep Atlanta Beautiful holds an e-scrap recycling event once a month. The drop off location is held inside the fenced parking lot across the street from Grady High School on the south side of 8th street. While the fee is free for most items, there is a small fee for large items like big screen tv's and appliances like microwave ovens. For more information call 404-249-5853

Tuesday, November 24th: Thankful Thanksgiving 1000 Turkey Giveaway Open to the community, Club Obsessions located at 4525 Glenwood Rd, Decatur will give out 1000 turkeys on November 24th from 2pm - 6pm. No registration required. For more information call Reggie Hoskins at 404-484- 5226

December 4 & 5: 18th Annual Decatur Holiday Marketplace + Cafe For two days in December, the Clariremont Elementary School in the city of Decatur will be transformed into a lively and festive market with more than 90 local and national artists exhibit their wares. Its the perfect kick-off to the holiday season. Happening on December 4th & 5th - 5:50pm-9:30pm. For more information visit www.decaturmarketplace.com.

December 5: Northside Hospital Brightens The Hopes of Cancer Patients This Holiday Season For the 21st year, Northside Hospital will honor those affected by cancer with the lighting of giant Christmas trees atop its campuses in Atlanta, Alpharetta and Cumming. All three trees will be lit Saturday, December 5th, with a free community celebration, 4:30pm-6;30pm at the Northside Hospital - Forsyth in Cumming. Lights can be purchased in honor of memory of loved ones. All proceeds benefit education, research and treatment through Northside's Cancer Care Program. For more information visit www.northside.com.

December 8th & 15th : Atlanta History Center Classic Holiday Celebrations The season is here for families, friends, and loved ones to gather and take in Atlants's classic holiday celebrations. The Atlanta history Ctr invites visitors of all ages to enjoy the holidays at the Center's 33 acre Buckhead campus with decorated historic houses, special seasonal activities and beautiful candle-lit evenings. For a complete list of activities on both December 8th and December 15th, visit www.atlantahistorycenter.com.

Now thru January 16, 2010 : > Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System presents Marcel Breuer: Design & Architecture Exhibit. The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System, in association with the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) presents an exhibition of works by designer and architect Marcel Breuer. This exhibit is held at both the Central Library and MODA. The Central Library Branch is located at One Margaret Mitchell Sq, Atanta. For more information call: 404-730-1841

ONGOING FAMILY 2 FAMILY SUPPORT:

AirTran Airways: Family 2 Family proudly supports the community action of AirTran Airways. "AirTran Airways is committed to the communities we serve and is pleased to contribute to worthy causes and fundraising events in those communities." To get involved with AirTran's community efforts, log on to www.airtranairways.com/about-us/charitable_donations.aspx.

Kroger: Family 2 Family proudly supports Kroger's community involvement. "Over the past five years, Kroger has contributed $644 million to charitable causes around the country. These contributions – which averaged more than $12.5 million per month – included donations made by The Kroger Co., the Company’s foundations, and funds raised from customers and associates through in-store events and promotions. Roughly 30,000 local schools, hunger relief agencies, youth programs and non-profit organizations in communities where Kroger operates stores or manufacturing facilities received support from the Company." To learn more, go to www.kroger.com/company_information/community/Pages/default.aspx.

Northside Hospital: Family 2 Family proudly supports the ongoing efforts of Northside Hospital giving back to the community. "One of our many missions at Northside is to provide information and education designed to promote health and wellness to our patients and throughout our community. We accomplish this through classes, speaker’s programs and health fairs." For more information on all Northside events, classes and volunteer opportunities, log on to www.northside.com/classes_events/main.aspx or call 404-845-5555.

SCANA Energy: Family 2 Family proudly supports SCANA Energy for reaching out to the community. "At SCANA, we believe that now, more than ever, we must continue to be a good corporate citizen and take a leadership role in helping solve some of the issues facing our communities and do everything we can to strengthen them – by investing in education, protecting the environment and working to improve the quality of life for everyone in our communities." For more info go to www.scana.com/en/social-responsibility/.

Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System: "Take Your Dreams Off The Shelf" with the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library. Check out the library's web site for a variety of family friendly events held monthly. From story time and book clubs to health seminars and resume writing sessions, the library offers more than you think! For more info log on to www.aflpweb.com or call 404-699-6363.

Partnership For Community Action: The Partnership for Community Action's mission is "to strengthen individuals and families in DeKalb, Rockdale and Gwinnett Counties and transition them from poverty to self-sufficiency through community based partnerships, low-income housing and advocacy." To find out more go to their website at www.PCAction.org or call 404-929-2500.

United Way: For decades the United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta has been reaching out to create safer and stronger communities by bringing together Atlanta's finest companies, nonprofit groups, faith-based organizations, government agencies and caring individuals. To give or receive help just dial 211 or visit www.unitedwayatlanta.org.

Family Store: For the past 25 years the Family Store, through its Pride for Parents campaign, has a mission "to provide affordable merchandise, job training and employment opportunities for Atlanta's inner city needy and working poor." Learn more by going to www.tfstore.org or call 404-586-0692. Employees and volunteers help families all year round.

Housemate Match: A unique, nationally recognized home sharing program that's locally based, House Match matches mature adult homeowners who have an extra room with people seeking a roommate. Housemate Match serves all the major counties in Metro Atlanta. To find an office near you log on to www.housematematch.org or call 678-812-4081.

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Talent Development Program: The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Talent Development Program and the Azira Hill Scholarship Fund are helping young African American and Latino students pursue the serious study of classical music. Learn more about this program by going to www.atlantasymphony.org or call 404-733-4858.