Monday, October 12

ANP October Career Growth Event: Learn about nonprofit sector, including the: size, scope, demographical features and significant trends. Receive advice on how to maximize their search opportunities to learn more about organizations that are the right fit for them. Who should attend: Corporate professionals looking to transition into the nonprofit sector.

Cupid.com/PreDating (ages 26-39) Cupid.com/PreDating is a fun, no pressure way to meet lots of potential dates. With 6-minute dates, you personally can meet up to 12 people. Don't wait... space is limited!

DIFFA's Dinning by Design Atlanta 2009 Gala Dinner DIFFA's Dinning by Design Atlanta 2009 three-day long celebration will culminate with the Gala Dinner. This unique black tie experience will begin with cocktails and table-hopping, allowing guests to view the opulent tablescapes. Guests will then enjoy a seated dinner at one of the tables as well as dancing and dessert to complete the evening.

Monday Night Football at Meehan's Public House Monday Night Football is Manly Monday at Meehan's Public House located in Vinings. Enjoy $0.20 wings and $3.50 Coors Light Draught all night as you watch the NY Jets vs. Miami. The Manly-ness, doesn't stop here for the Super Manly Man. Prime Rib Dinner special with baked potato, green beans and a bourbon cocktail for just $20!

Roman Holiday Wine Dinner to benefit Georgia Shakespeare Great food... great wine... great company. These have become the hallmark of Georgia Shakespeare's Wine Dinners. Enjoy a magnificent Italian meal accompanied by just the right wines, and support Georgia Shakespeare at the same time!

Tuesday, October 13

$29 Menus and Half-Priced Wines Starting October 13th Good Life menus are back Go any of your favorite Buckhead Life restaurants beginning October 13th as they kick off their New Good Life Menus. Each restaurant will feature a creative 3-course menu at an affordable prefixed price. Sit back and let us do the work, while you live the "good life"

Atlanta Science Café: Climate Change & Sustainability Join us as we explore the evidence and effects of global climate change, and emerging advances in sustainable technologies. Each session features a different scientist and their particular interest in this wide-ranging subject.

French Film Series French film series. Tickets are FREE for everyone. Featuring five award-winning, hard-hitting French movies. Shows on Oct 13, 15, 16, 22 and 26. Make sure to mark your calendar for this exciting event!

Join us for Dinner At Waterhaven Join us for dinner at WaterHaven Restaurant, a welcoming retreat from the hustle and bustle of the Atlanta's urban activity. For single professionals 40+ Must be reserved and paid in advance with Atlanta's Upscale Singles.

OcToolberfesy OcToolberfest, Atlanta's coolest fundraiser, is on tap for October 13, 2009 at Sweetwater Brewing Company from 6p-9p! Enjoy beer, bands and goodies galore. Order advance tickets for only $25.

Supper Club for Singles Strike up new friendships, gain important business contacts, and enjoy some of Atlanta's most interesting restaurants in a safe, low-pressure group setting.

Wednesday, October 14

"Around the World in 80 Days" adapted by Mark Brown from the novel by Jules Verne The original "Amazing Race," this comedy-adventure, setin 1872, is a high-spirited romp through different continents, cultures and time zones that puts one man's life and fortunes at risk. Recommended for all ages. Oct. 14 - Nov. 8, 2009. Weds. - Sats. at 7:30 pm; Suns. at 2:30 pm; Sat. Matinees on Oct. 24 & Nov. 7 at 2:30 pm. $35. Call 678.528.1500 or visit www.theatricaloutfit.org.

11th Annual Marlow's Tavern Golf Classic Join Sterling Hospitality on Wednesday, October 14, for the 11th Annual Marlow's Tavern Golf Classic. Since 1999, this annual golf tournament to benefit Special Olympics Georgia has helped raise more $203,000 for our athletes. This year's goal is to raise $50,000! This year's tournament will be held at the St. Marlo Golf Course in Duluth with an awards ceremony and reception held at Aqua Blue.

HopCity's Great Divide Beer Tasting Join Hop City at Octane Coffee Bar and Lounge for the Great Divide Tasting! Once you've had your free taste of the Great Divide Beers try the brews Octane has on tap. Then head over to Hop City to pick up a six-pack of your favorite beer.

Join us for Fall For Great Wines Three groups, Mingle in Atlanta, Social Connections, and Atlanta's Upscale Singles, have come together to present "Fall For Great Wines." Sue, the owner, will introduce us to some wines that will lift our holiday spirits! Join us to " wine" down your week with a little mingling and connecting!

Pregnancy Spinal Health Workshop Join Izzy Maternity to learn about the causes and treatments for chronic pregnancy-related back pain from Atlanta area chiropractor and public speaker, Dr. Austin Cohen. A special shopping discount will be available for this evening only, and refreshments will be served. This event is FREE of charge and open to the public.

Relapse Theatre Benefit Show for Eyedrum Gallery Relapse Theatre Benefit Show for Eyedrum Gallery... taking a little bit of Home Park to Grant Park for a Great Cause...

Special Wine Tasting: Social Networking for Professionals who Happen to be Single Enjoy a fabulous Wine Tasting featuring wines ideal for the fall holidays. A great time, great people, and great connections. Wonderful hors d'oeuvres will accompany great wines.

Tablas Creek Wine Dinner at Woodfire Grill Our October wine dinner will be held on Wednesday, October 14, and features wines from Tablas Creek Vineyard in Paso Robles, California. Tablas Creek is a joint project between the Perrin Family of Chateau Beaucastel and the Haas family of Vineyard Brands. Winemaker Jason Haas will join us for the four -course wine dinner paired with wines produced at the estate.

Through the Lens Jack Art Gallery will be hosting their opening reception, October 14th, 2009 from 6-8:30pm, "Through the Lens" featuring local photographers David Foster, Rose Barron, Amie Ledford and Greg Reihing.

Thursday, October 15

American Marketing Association's Speed Networking Event Suit up for the American Marketing Association's first Speed Networking Event at Atlanta's premier sports bar, FOX Sports Grill. Here's your chance to network with the city's top tier marketing and communications professionals, paired with a presentation by Branden Lisi, Partner at Object 9, on "How to Build an Effective Network".

Atlanta Linkedin Live Power Networking Come join us at Roam Atlanta for this unique professional networking event. This is event is for career seekers, entrepreneurs or anyone who would like to expand their network of connections, referrals, clients, etc. If you are looking for a new job, this event is for you.

Avant Garden + videos The Contemporary and the Atlanta Film Festival join forces for a monthly social event featuring presentations, games, and networking opportunities. Featured: a selection of exhibiting artist Will Rogan's videos which capture moments of domestic magic.

Bird Watching So many interesting, beautiful birds are living all around us. Experience why "birding" has become one of the most popular hobbies in the U.S.

Book-Signing with Former President Carter & David Rubel Young children and their families will not want to miss this exciting opportunity to attend a special book-signing event with President Carter and David Rubel, author of "If I Had a Hammer: Building Homes and Hope with Habitat for Humanity."

Economic Life Skills: Budget Management Participants receive training and assistance to develop the skills necessary to identify and prioritize financial objectives, plan for short-term, long-term and contingency needs and create and adhere to a budget.

Entrepreneurs who Happen to be Single Marie Pijanowski is the founder and owner of Center for Social Connections, a professional networking company that facilitates relationships and lasting connections.

Grant Mansion Benefit Dinner Canoe Chef Carvel Grant Gould will be preparing a special dinner on October 15 in support of the Atlanta Preservation Center, specifically its efforts to restore the historic Grant Mansion. The Grant Mansion is one of only two homes in Atlanta that predates the Civil War, and it needs extensive work to restore it to its former glory. All proceeds go towards the restoration.

JLCM Mistletoe Market The Junior League of Cobb-Marietta's Mistletoe Market is a 3 day shopping event held at the Cobb County Civic-Center in Marietta, Georgia. Our 19th annual Mistleto Market will take place Thursday, October 15th through Saturday, October 17th with a premiere night on Wednesday, October 14th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm.

LIME Thursdays at Eclipse Di Luna in Dunwoody A fresh new twist on Thursdays outside the Perimeter, LIME Thursdays. 8pm - wine & tapas - eclectic social ambiance. Live Flamenco by Armando Bermudez. Latin Rhythms by DJ Alberto N.

Movie Night at Woodruff Park Movie Night in Woodruff Park will feature the film Rush Hour (starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker), and Downtowners, as well as folks from all over the city, will be encouraged to hit the park after work to enjoy an al fresco evening at the movies.

Movie Night in Woodruff Park Movie Night in Woodruff Park will feature the film Rush Hour (starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker), and Downtowners, as well as folks from all over the city, will be encouraged to hit the park after work to enjoy an evening at the movies.

Saint Brigid presents "Defending the Faith" Defending the Faith" will be offered in a Thursday session from Oct 1-Nov 5 from 7-8:15 p.m. or a Friday session from Oct 2-Nov 6 from 9:45-11 a.m. Scripture exhorts Christians to be prepared to make a defense of their faith. Dee Jordan, a passionate and knowledgeable speaker on the Catholic faith, will present this free six-week program that prepares Catholics to explain and defend their faith.

Friday, October 16

Connect to Mastermind for Business Professionals Marie Pijanowski is the founder and owner of Center for Social Connections, a professional networking company that facilitates relationships and lasting connections.

Erica Angeline Bridal Collection Trunk Show The new collections focus on traditional silhouettes, architectural details, and vintage styling are evident as jewels and texture give depth to each gown.

Fall for Fondue! A Wine & Fondue Pairing Event Wine & Fondue Pairing at WineStyles- Perimeter! A great evening for a Date Night, or the start of a fun Girls Night Out, you'll enjoy 3 fondues, each paired with 2 wines for $20pp

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas Part of the "Man! I Love That Movie" Film Series, presented by The Grass Being Greener and hosted by The Studio at Marietta Station. It is a B.Y.O.S. event, which means you have to bring your own seating (lawn chairs, pillows, or thrones). Cost is $6, but attendees must be 17+ since the movies are rated R. Beer is free with purchase of souvenir cup ($7; 21+). Refills are unlimited.

Join us for Leonardo Da Vinci & Jazz At The High Come along with us and explore Leonardo da Vinci's profound interest in and influence on sculpture, including more than 20 sketches and studies. Socialize with Atlanta's finest and enjoy the Tyrone Jackson's eclectic blend of fusion jazz styles. For single professionals 40+ Must be reserved and paid in advance with Atlanta's Upscale Singles.

Kathy Buckworth at North Point Mall Award-winning author and mommy blogger, Kathy Buckworth, is visiting Atlanta. Let me know if you have any questions. If you decide to post our event, we'd love to know!

Margaritas 4 Myeloma Join our fight to find a cure for Multiple Myeloma in style! Come join us for a kickin' party at Twisted Taco Midtown! $10 cover/donation! $1 raffle tickets for a grand prize package!

Motown Rhythm & Blues Dinner Join us for some music, food, and dancing! Featuring Manuel Covington singing motown, rhythm and blues, Elvis, Sinatra... you name it!

Nycole Valentina Live @ Ice Ultra Lounge Nycole Valentina, Atlanta's rising star, who has performed internationally as well as on MTV's TRL makes her Atlanta debut at the prestigious club Pink and No Doubt once performed at on their road to stardom. Free before midnight, 18 & up. Come enjoy great music and meet new people and feast your eyes on Pop's next big Superstar to come from Atlanta.

Sarah Hinckley, Color Logic Painting from memory and through emotion, Sarah Hinckley's process is grounded in her appreciation of line, her automatic response to gesture, and most importantly, the logic of color.

Single Mingle Join us for Single Mingle at the High Museum of Art. Enjoy cocktails and conversation, visit the galleries, listen to cool jazz, and expand your social circle all in one night. Come on your own or bring your single friends! $5 beer and wine available. Tickets $20 (includes Single Mingle event, admission to the Museum and Friday Jazz, and one drink)

Singles Dance - The Romance Dance Georgia's favorite singles events for 8 years. Join singles from all over Atlanta Friday for the Romance Dance. Get to the dance at 8:00 and meet the most singles, dance and have fun in a very upscale environment in Roswell. Join singles from the 21 metro counties for a fantastic dance which draws many nicely dressed, fun singles ages 35-65. Great dance music from the 70's!

The Palm Herradura Tequila Dinner A Tequila Herradura brand ambassador will co-host an evening of unparalleled dining enhanced with the brand's handcrafted, all-natural 100 percent blue agave tequila. Between courses, guests will learn how to properly sip and pair each tequila expression (Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo) with culinary masterpieces

VIPink VIPink will be the hottest, most vibrant, private event in Celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Atlanta. VIPink benefits Bright Pink a national non-profit organization that provides high risk women with support and education.

Saturday, October 17

4th Ward Tent Revival The 4th Ward Tent Revival Dinner will be this Saturday night starting at 5. Rolling Bones BBQ will be cooking a 3-course dinner for the event. Tickets are $25, or donate a bottle of good whiskey, shine, or jug wine, and eat for free!

An Evening in Provence - Cuisines of the Sun - at the Beechwood Inn Provence is the golden corner of France. Stretching from the Alps to the Mediterranean, and the Rhone to the Italian border, it is a rich study in diversity. This is the land of flowering Thyme and fragrant Lavender. Join us at the Beechwood Inn for a romantic evening with cuisine from Provence matched to some wonderful regional wines. for dinner is $90.00 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Atlanta Airline Collectibles Show The 23rd Annual Atlanta Airline Collectibles Show and Sale will be held on Saturday, October 17th at the Delta Air Transport Heritage Museum at the Delta World Headquarters.

Beer Festival at Aqua blue For guests who can't make it to the original Oktoberfest in Germany this year, Aqua blue is hosting a beer festival the evening of Saturday, October 17 to celebrate fine food and fall brews. The festival will take place on the our patio and will feature a special prix fixe tapas menu of nine dishes paired with nine different beers, along with live music from The Moonlight Band starting at 7 p.m.

Children's Hope Gallery DE Fine Art Gallery will host esteemed Dutch artist Cornelis Le Mair Oct. 16 and 17 in a special exhibition benefiting Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Le Mair and company will celebrate the private, third annual Children's Hope Gallery event Friday evening.

Cumming Greek Festival 2009 Traditional village cuisine will be served at the Greek restaurant, or Taverna. Wonderful Souvlaki (soov-ly-kee), Pastitsio (past-eet-sio), Gyros (ye-rrr-ohs) and other authentic food is also on the full menu. At another shop in the village, delicious, better than donuts, Loukoumades (loo-koo-mah-dez) will be cooked in front of you, then hand dipped in honey.

Fall Festival We welcome children and their families to our annual Fall Festival! The event will be on the grounds of the Greek Orthodox Church on October 17th from 11am-3pm. We will have pony and hay rides, a moonwalk, lots of games, jewelry, clothing, and food venders. Ms. Georgia will also be on hand to greet the kids.

Gary Narramore Show Gary Narramore sings plays keyboard and guitar for listening and dancing at the Broadway Grill and Cabaret. Music starts at 8:00 pm and Gary plays till about 1:00 am.

Get Goosebumps: Share the Scare Mall of Georgia is offering Goosebumps fans the chance to star in and send their own prank video through Get Goosebumps: Share the Scare from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Nordstrom Court. Attendees can also try the Goosebumps HorrorLand game for Wii and have their pictures taken as a Goosebumps Horror. There will also be a drawing for a Goosebumps Prize Pack.

Guest Lecture: Dan Cameron at Atlanta Contemprary Art Center Curator Dan Cameron discusses his numerous curatorial projects including Prospect.1 New Orleans, the largest biennial of international art ever organized in the United States.

Heart & Soul Festival Enjoy Family Fun, Live Entertainment, Giant Yard Sale, Coffee Bistro, Live Music, Barbeque, Silent Auction, Children's Activities, Bake Sale, Book Sale, & more!

IQ Interactive HopeMarket IQ Interactive will host a Charity Flea Market to benefit the ACS Hope Lodge on Saturday, 10/17/09. The event will take place from 8am-3pm at 1950 North Park Place (off of Windy Hill Road near I-75). Organizers hope to raise $18,250 to support Hope Lodge in Atlanta and across the country

Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Meehan's Join us at Meehan's Public House in Vinings for all the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Games! Watch all the Fighting Irish action on our big projector screen with sound! Enjoy $.20 cent wings and $2.50 Miller Lite bottles! FREE "Touchdown Jesus" shot to all fans dress in Notre Dame game day attire!

Notre Dame Football, Mimosas and Justin! Meehan's Public House located in Sandy Springs is the place to be on Saturday, October 17th! Start your tailgate off right with Bottomless Mimosas for $14 served with Brunch. Stick around and watch Notre Dame play and enjoy $2.50 Miller Lite and $.20 wings. Stay late and watch Atlanta's favorite acoustic artist, "Justin," play all your favorite tunes!

Oktoberfest at Iron Horse Tavern Join us for dog-tails on the deck, for a good cause. All proceeds go to care for our rescue dogs. All well behaved dogs are welcome. Bidding on silent auction items will continue through the event. We will have a Halloween costume contest for pets. Tickets are $5 or $7 per couple.

One Vision, Many Voices: The Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner One Vision, Many Voices: The Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner. Presented by Sutherland, Asbill and Brennan. Honoring attorney and activist Judith O'Brien, author and scholar-activist Dr. Rudolph P. Byrd, and award-winning author and actor Hill Harper.

Revival1 Revive your senses with Music, Food, and Art. Bring life back into our community metaphorically and literally. The REVIVAL1 benefit will raise funds for Trees Atlanta and build a bridge between our community, our environment, and the Arts. Come and shake your money maker on us!

Russian Folk Music, Song and Dance Concert The Atlanta Balalaika Society Orchestra performs Russian, Gypsy and Eastern European folk music, featuring the Russian song and dance ensemble, Barynya. Also featuring Russian domra virtuoso Angelina Galashenkova-Reed and bayan soloist Alla Melnik.

Stone Mountain Highland Games Join the Clans and celebrate Georgia's Scottish Heritage at one of the largest Scottish Highland Games in the country. Unbelieveable Color, Sound and Pagentry all for a single daily general admission price.

The 2nd Annual Rock N' Rib Festival On the Square in Downtown Lawrenceville In honor of the Georgia Gwinnett College Grizzlies, the City of Lawrenceville & 97.1 The River bring you the 2nd Annual Rock N' Rib Festival! This FREE celebration will feature LIVE Classic Rock Music, as well as a Free Kids Zone

The Big Lebowski Part of the "Man! I Love That Movie" film series, presented by The Grass Being Greener and hosted by The Studio at Marietta Station (129 Church St, Marietta). It is a B.Y.O.S. event, which means you have to bring your own seating. Pull out your lawn chairs, pillows, or thrones. Cost is only $6, but attendees must be 17+ since the movies are rated R. Beer is free with purchase of souvenir cup ($7; 21+). After you buy the cup, you get all the beer you want.

The Green Carpet, A Benefit for the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund 2nd Annual Fundraiser Benefitting the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International. Star-studded "Green Carpet" entrance. Screening of Gorillas in the Mist. Appearances expected by Mila Jovovich and Natalie Portman.

The Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner One Vision, Many Voices: The Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner. Honoring attorney and activist Judith O'Brien, author and scholar-activist Dr. Rudolph P. Byrd, and award-winning author and actor Hill Harper. Individual tickets $250.

Workout for St. Jude Day Peachtree Center Athletic Club proudly supports St. Jude Children's Hospital with their annual 'Workout for St. Jude Day'. Non-members can come work out for a $15 guest pass (normally $20) and purchase raffle tickets for $1 with all proceeds going towards St. Jude.