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Census...

2008-07-24T22:06:27Z

Just checking to see who's still alive & kickin' in here. Time to breathe a li'l life into the ATL! :) If you're still checking when you see a digit next to Atlanta in your tribe list, raise yer hand.

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ONE WORLD: This Saturday at the Spring 4th Center

2008-07-21T03:51:16Z

Horrible Children Present:

ONE WORLD

July 26th
10pm-7am
18+ (21+ BYOB)
$15 at the door
Suprise if in costume

Spring 4th Center
726 Spring St
Atlanta, Ga 30308

PANGEA ROOM

Bioluminescence LIVE PA (Tribal Trance) – First Atlanta Appearance!
(Pangea)
Pangea Productions/Pure Perception
Bioluminescense is the exciting collaboration of DJ’s Kameleon & Labyrinth. In their own worlds they concoct hypnotic journeys that have made people move for many years, but when their powers combined they bring together a refreshing new sound. Combining influences from many years of collecting, DJing, and producing electronic music, their sound is deep, driving, and brings new ideas to classic progressive sequencing. The two have been working hard in the studio making sure each track is full of life, with a truly organic feel.

Jackson (Tech-House) – First Atlanta Appearance!
(San Francisco, CA)
Fork/Jacksondeep.com
For the past eight years, Jackson has been making waves in the San Francisco underground for his ability to blend the alien sounds of techno with the raw funk of house music. Taking from an eclectic array of influences, from industrial body beat to emo- tech, Jackson's infectious tech-house sets have only one goal – taking control of your body.

Wichdokta (Psytrance)
(Ukiah, CA)
Geomagnetic
The Wichdokta's sets are something of a spectacle to witness, his amazing energy and sinister music go hand in hand to give you the ride of your life on the dancefloor. Along with throwing the infamous GEMINI gatherings, he has been hailed as one of the top DJ's in San Francisco and has played with some of the best in the industry.

Kameleon & Labryinth (Progressive Psy)
(Pangea)
Pangea Productions

Draigosa (Techno)
(Pangea)
Pangea Productions

Michael Curran (Psy-Breaks)
AtlPsy/T.O.U.C.H. Samadhi

Bryson Taylor (Trance)
Horrible Children/Evolution

Flynt (Classic Goa)
AtlPsy/W.E. Records

ATLANTIS ROOM

Pan13 (DnB)
(West Palm Beach, FL)
Quick Dance Floor Reactionary Force / Duende Artist Promotion
Pan 13’s devastating mix of Techstep, Neuro, and Wobble has been burning up dance floors from South Florida to New York for over a decade, and now this veteran has come to ignite the underground! From early illegal parties to his three-year residency at Respectable Street (the longest standing dance club in the Southeast) to Ft. Drum, New York (the only Drum and Bass monthly in U.S. Military history), South Florida’s Original Selecta will bring the pressure like no other!

The Secret Life – LIVE PA (IDM/Experimental)
Nophi Recordings
The Secret Life have been rocking shows all over the southeast since 2005. Like Boards of Canada after a case of PBR, their signature sound "Peachtree Industrial" features chunky breakbeats, grimy synths and distorted atmospherics. Since the release of their album "The Great Book of Mysterys" they have been using improvisation to transform their tracks into something new and unique for every show. The Secret Life is a secret no longer!

Mayhem vs Logam – SPECIAL 4 DECK TAG TEAM (DnB)
404 Audio
404 Audio/Nerve Agent

lb (formerly Purple Haze) (Breaks)
Horrible Children/EDMplanet

Belrok (DnB)
Playground/Evil Empire

Silver vs Cyanide (Breaks)
421 Enter
Evolution/Ninja Sound

Proximal vs Ployd (Dubstep)
Playground
404 Audio

Respire (Electro-Breaks)
Horrible Children/Vassar Teknowledgy

Rtificial (Breakcore)
Horrible Children/ihatebreakcore.com

Also Featuring:
Live visuals by Ellie Mayhem
Horrible Children Dancers
Tribal Dance by Aziza Nawal
Interactive Art

For a flyer and more info visit:
www.myspace.com/horriblechildren
or
if you prefer facebook
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=21299766981

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"War Games" IN THEATERS! One night only.

2008-07-20T17:32:39Z

In November 2006, pre-production began on a sequel to War Games called "WarGames: The Dead Code"

MGM will release the sequel directly to DVD on July 29, 2008 along with the 25th Anniversary Edition DVD.

To promote the sequel, the film is returning to selected theaters as a one night-only 25th Anniversary event on July 24, 2008.

Here's the Wikipedia link I took this info. from:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WarGames

I will probably tinkle in my pants a couple of times between now & the 24th while thinking of seeing this on the big screen again.

CAN'T WAIT!

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i need a shaman/ energy worker

2008-07-16T01:30:38Z

Hello, my mother who is a western trained doctor has finally allowed me to bring in alternate therapy. she has A.L.S. similar to M.S. but the reason is not genetic and not understood by western medicine. I think it was emotionally triggered by her not taking care of herself and really think some energy work could be beneficial. She is doing does to humor me but I believe in it so if ANYONE knows ANYONE in these fields I would be eager to find out.

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Graphic Designers

2008-07-15T04:18:16Z

Anyone know of a good graphic designer who can help me mock-up a donation envelope for a printer? This is for a nonprofit endeavor. Pro-bono help would be much appreciated for this very quick job.

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Gym Recommendations?

2008-07-14T15:42:53Z

I think I may have seen this topic covered in here a couple of years ago, but it may be time to brush it off again. Anybody here do a regular workout routine? Where do you go, and do you like it? Recommendations on any good local gyms?

Thanks in advance,

Ken

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Cell Phone Service

2008-07-13T20:51:31Z

Very boring topic ahead.

But my Verizon contract is up & I wanna break free!

Does anybody use Credo? I think they use to be Working Assets. They use Sprint towers ... so if not Credo, who uses Sprint? Are the basics decent? Like, no dropped calls, etc.

Any opinions on good, cheap, dependable service?

posted in Atlanta - 14 replies

hello everyone!

2008-07-10T12:07:47Z

im carl, just join and loving this group

posted in Atlanta - 3 replies

Free Insurance Quotes for all my ATL friends

2008-07-10T10:51:42Z

Insuahh.com specializing in auto insurance,homeowners insurance,life insurance and health insurance.

Get Your Free Insurance Quote Today - http://insuahh.com

Donate To Charity - http://insuahh.com - Link on site for Calvary Refuge Center - Forest Park Georgia.

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what's all the hoopla!

2008-07-09T02:48:46Z

????????????

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Ice Sales at Transformus 2008 are a reality !

2008-07-05T23:50:11Z

With a nod from the BOD and the landowners decision pending, BuBba
JoHn, Jenn, and Bacon Camp have arranged for ice at Transformus 2008.

An ice trailer will be available on Saturday morning between the hours
of 9am and Noon. The ice trailer will be parked at the turnaround at
the Deerfields gate. We will be doing pre-sales of ice from now until
Tuesday Noon, July 15th. There will be NO ICE SALES at the ice trailer
on Saturday morning so it's best to purchase your ice in advance.

All proceeds from the sales of the ice will be donated to the Toys for
Tots program in the local Deerfield's community of Mills River.

Advance ice sales are $3.00 per 10 lb bag.
To order your ice, please send a PayPal of $3.00 per 10 pound bag to
jennjacobsen@carolina.rr.com
As a double check, please include a note how many bags of ice you are
ordering.

If anyone would like to make a direct donation to the Toys for Tots
program in Mills River you can use the same PayPal account. Please
include a note indicating you would like to make a direct donation.

We are hoping to get some good publicity after doing our civic duty to
the local Mills River community.

Print out your PayPal receipt and bring it with you on Saturday morning
when you pick up your ice. You MUST produce your PayPal receipt to pick
up your ice as we will match you to our PayPal history list.

For your friends without PayPal or Internet email, please print this
message and consider making their order for them.

For Transparency

We are selling 300 bags of ice at $3.00 per 10 pounds a bag

Budget with small ice trailer
costs:
$125 ice trailer (holds 300 bags and doesn't need a generator for 1 day
of use)
$50 round trip delivery
$480 ice (300 bags @ $1.60 per 10 lb bag)
total $655

sales: $3.00 per bag x 300 = $900
profit: $900 - $655 = $345 (to be donated to Mills River Toys for Tots)

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Dekalb county water parks??

2008-06-30T23:57:23Z

Can anyone tell me if any of the Dekaln county pools have water parks now? Someone had told me that some had been added but I cannot find the info on any of Dekalb websites. For those that don't know what I mean here is the Gwinnett website that has the kind of info I am looking for:
http://www.gwinnettcounty.com/cgi-bin/gwincty/egov/ep/gcbrowse.do?channelId=-536882005&pageTypeId=536880236

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EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) in Atlanta

2008-06-25T21:09:20Z

Hello Family & Friends,

This Friday, June 27th I will be facilitating an introduction to
Emotional Freedom Techniques in my hometown, Atlanta, Ga.

Please pass this information on to anyone in Atlanta (or anywhere) needing
to learn a powerful, lasting and self applied healing modality for our times.

EFT can be profoundly effective for relieving physical pain, traumas, fears, relationship issues, allergies, PTSD, or anything that feels less than perfect.

To learn more about EFT please click on www.emofree.com
Watch the movie and download the free manual.

What:
EFT Introduction Community Circle

When:
Friday 7:30pm

Where:
The Heal Center
180 Allen Road
#101 North Building
Sandy Springs, GA 30328

Bring a bottle of water
Suggested donation $20-$50...All welcome, Nobody turned away!
No RSVP necessary!

For more info call M!chael Elam 512-294-5677

It is an honor to contribute to your well-being and transformation.

Peace,
m!chael

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Who's nose is running?

2008-06-25T03:51:10Z

I love that I can finally step outside without a jacket or umbrella -- but oh the sinuses! Is anybody else all clogged up? Why do plants have to randomly toss their sperm everywhere? Can you imagine if *we* reproduced like that? Seems damned inefficient. Or overly efficient. I don't recall having allergy attacks like this prior to moving to Atlanta.

I've been taking Zyrtec and sniffing Flonase all week. How come Zyrtec makes me wired and gives me fierce insomnia, but seems to knock everybody else out?

Sorry, lack of sleep and a snot-packed head has reduced me to rambling . . .

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Atlanta: Finishing What General Sherman Started

2008-06-24T13:10:55Z

A good, if not scary, read:

Atlanta: Finishing What General Sherman Started

http://www.ourfuture.org/blog-entry/atlanta-finishing-what-general-sherman-started

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CHERRY GHOST! WHERE ARE YOUUUUUU?!!!

2008-06-12T18:34:58Z

i miss you.

that's all.

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Bacon Camps loves you all ( meat or non meat eaters )

2008-06-10T23:21:59Z

come by and visit us at www.baconcamp.com and check us out or here on tribe

and if you would like to give your time helping cook or clean up that would be great

we will be feeding all volunteers ( meat eaters and non meat eaters )

so if you would like to gift a dish for them bring it by and we will make sure the volunteers get fed

we will be at Deerfields wed and serving the first meal wed night

we will all so be there for the cleanup and tear down feeding as many as we can

remember bring your own food , we wont be able to feed the whole 1500 freaks there

we hope the food will last till tuesday when we hope to run out

Big Hugs till then

BuBba JoHn

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Job Networking Assistance for a Friend

2008-06-08T05:34:57Z

I recently discovered a long-lost friend who is looking to get back to the Atlanta area. She's a senior tech-support professional who describes herself as follows:

Senior tech position. Install, repair, maintain
computers on Windows and Macintosh platforms. Room
to grow after I have learned Windows Server 2003, SQL
and Java (I am taking classes in this). I prefer a
casual environment (jeans and t-shirt), but after
working in finance, I can do office casual.

She seems to have a good history in the field. If you would happen to know of anyone who can help her, please help me put them in touch with my friend.

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THE WAR ROOM |06/07/08|

2008-06-05T19:11:44Z

Horrible Children Present:
THE WAR ROOM
06/07/08
Spring 4th Center
(728 Spring Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30308)
10pm-8am

18+ (w/ ID)

$20 at door
$15 w/ costume (camo acceptable)

With Artists

Richard Devine (Live PA) Special Electron Set!
(IDM, Experimental)

Matt K
(Hard Techno)

Billie Blaze (Live PA)-San Fransisco, California
(Techno)

Audio X-Nashville, Tennessee
(Hardcore)

Fokus (Live PA)
(Electro Breaks)

Quad Control
(DnB)

Christian Michael
(Breaks)

Bryson Taylor
(Trance)

Casper
(Breaks)

Naf3rious
(DnB)

Hardcut
(Techno)

R3spire
(Electro)

Sid Reflux
(NRG, Hardtrance)
VS
K33bz
(NRG, Hardhouse)

Flynt
(Psytrance)

Filcher
(DnB)

Owlkhan
(DnB)

Cynispin
(Gabber)
VS
Diztor3d Harmon33
(Breakcore)

Also all sorts of performance art throughout the night :)

Yes the sexy Horrible Children Dancers will be there

Check out the full flyer and all the details at
www.myspace.com/horriblechildren

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FREE this FRIDAY JUNE 6th!!! Liondub, Tester and Lots of local Atlanta talent!

2008-06-05T04:02:43Z

Bassbot, 180 Degrees & Abstract Logic Recordings Present:

FUZE
Local Drum + Bass + Breakbeats + More
-=A New Bi-Monthly Event=-

Main Room Hosted By: Bassbot & 180 Degrees

LIONDUB [Konkrete Jungle / Breakbeat Science / Solomonic] NYC (http://www.myspace.com/liondub)
TESTER [Trilogy Sound / Soundtest / Big Tune] ATL (http://www.trilogysoundcrew.com)
RYURY [Bassbot / Jungle Terror Krew / Konkrete Jungle] OH,NYC,SF
IDEAL [180 Degrees]

Lounge Hosted By: Abstract Logic

Kre-8 [Noyzz Recording ATL]
REL1 [Mechanoise / BreaksFM / ALR]
ERIC ZBD [BreaksFM / ALR]

Age: 21+
Price: FREE!!!!
Time: 10:00 PM - 03:00AM

Location:
The Mark Ultra Lounge
79 Poplar St / Atlanta GA / 30303
phone: 678.904.0050
web: http://www.themarkatlanta.com

www.myspace.com/fuzeus
www.bassbot.org
www.180degreesatl.com
www.abstractlogicrecordings.com
www.404audio.com

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NEED: strongbow hard cider in a CAN (x-post)

2008-06-04T14:39:56Z

anyone seen this for sale anywhere in metro Atlanta? If you are looking for Strongbow in glass, it's everywhere. Available on tap at the Brewhouse in L5P. The thing is, I need it in a can!!! Any help you can offer is much appreciated! Thanks.

posted in Atlanta - 4 replies

come and join Bacon Camp tribe !!!! and get your Bacon on !!

2008-06-01T21:34:41Z

http://tribes.tribe.net/baconcamp

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I hope you enjoy new Rumi (spiritual)Cd

2008-06-01T21:13:28Z

http://www.trueloverumi.com/shop.html

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The "Bum Bot"...

2008-05-28T15:32:55Z

I'm guessing everyone has seen this by now, I hate to give the guy more attention but:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQOCK-vGXW8&feature=related

There's some kind of rally in Renaissance Park next Saturday - not about the Bot but something to do with homeless awareness.

What kind of culture jam could be spread on Mr. Ex Marine and his security bot? I love that he talks about the bible in his interview, maybe a take on that?

Or is he your Mayoral pick?

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Show Your Support for a Comprehensive Transit System for Atlanta

2008-05-20T19:13:08Z

Show Your Support for a Comprehensive Transit System for Atlanta

Metro Atlanta ranks second in the country for traffic congestion, and cars, trucks and other vehicles are the source of more than half of the metro area’s ground-level ozone problem and one of the largest sources of fine particulates (soot). As Atlanta continues to grow, the need for an expanded public transit system is becoming more and more apparent.

To meet this need, the Transit Planning Board (TPB) was established between the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA), the Atlanta Regional Commission and the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority. Its primary mission is to create a regional transit plan along with a new regional source of funds to implement and operate the proposed system.

TPB has produced a regional transit vision known as Concept 3. Concept 3 spans 11 counties and includes a new light rail network and MARTA extensions; a commuter rail system; a system of express buses, vanpools and arterial buses; and a network of regional suburban buses. The map and details can be found at www.tpb.ga.gov.

The public input phase of the process ends on May 23, and TPB needs to hear from you! If you support a comprehensive transit system for metro Atlanta, please act now and comment on the plan.

There are two ways to comment:
Email your comments to info@tpb.ga.gov or call 404-463-1700 to express your opinion.
Complete TPB’s online survey by going to www.tpb.ga.gov and clicking on “survey.”

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Half Black Lit at the Red Light Cafe - Friday 5/16

2008-05-15T08:13:16Z

I'm the drummer for the band Half Black Lit Shack and we'll be having our debut performance at the Red Light Cafe on Friday May 16th from 9:00-10:30PM. Cover is seven dollars at the door. www.redlightcafe.com for more info

We're an eclectic blend of funky bass, expressive drumming, and dueling spectacular guitar solos forming an alternative blend of Rock, Funk, Blues, and Tasty Jam.

Come enjoy some of our musical monuments including, Wet Mango, Cheetah, Guinea Pig, Mean for You, and You Win
We'll keep you entertained and might even hand out some surprise gifts at the end of our show.
If you are a really well behaved audience that is.
Otherwise the band will just keep all the surprises for ourselves.

So you'd better come out and have some fun with Half Black Lit Shack otherwise you won't get a surprise gift!!

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Of course Georgia was the first...

2008-05-13T16:15:06Z

Interesting little article from CNN...actually though i'm just posting it b/c the Senator pushing the bill was none other than Senator Stoner. Yes, Senator Doug Stoner. Too funny.

"Georgia Law Bans Retailers From Selling 'Pot Candy' To Minors"

ATLANTA -- Georgia retailers soon will be banned from selling candy flavored to taste like marijuana to children.

Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue signed a measure into law Wednesday that bans the sale of "marijuana flavored products" to minors -- anyone under 18 -- and calls for a fine of up to $500 for each offense.

The measure takes effect July 1st.

It targets businesses that sell the candies with drug-inspired names such as "Kronic Kandy" and "Pot Suckers."

The law says the candies promote drug use.

Senator Doug Stoner pushed the bill in the senate. "I don't think that folks are aware this is going on," Stoner told Channel 2 in April. "It's mainly, from what I can tell, particularly targeted to minority communities."

State Representative Judy Manning said she was shocked to receive death threats over the bill to ban the candy. "Some people think their rights are their rights," she said.

Manning said the Georgia Bureau of Investigation traced her e-mail threat to Great Britain. “You just deal with those kinds of folks and do the best you can. But it sends the wrong kind of message to kids.”

Vote Hemp, a national organization that promotes the use of hemp products and tracks legislation, says the measure would make Georgia the first state to ban the sale of the candy to minors.

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hi, i'm an atlanta artist to!

2008-05-08T06:20:24Z

greetings!
my website is www.ashes2infinity.deviantart.com - i love feedback!
>:-D

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Stage/theatrical combat training anyone?

2008-04-27T04:35:44Z

This is a test to see if anyone would like to learn how to fight like Zorro or Conan or a pirate or Inigo Montoya. My fiance Brent Feagans is a master stage combat teacher/choreographer/ director and would like to put some people together and teach them some cool stuff and how to fight pretty (and maybe get in shape and learn real stuff too!) and possible do some shows. He's up from Florida where he is THE name in pirate and ren fest stage fighting. Does this sound interesting at all? Maybe a workshop?

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Habitat for Humanity - Women's Build

2008-04-16T18:56:51Z

From my Volunteer Coordinator's desk, we are inviting women to join Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity in its first WOMEN'S BUILD. We are looking for both individuals and teams. I only just learned the event is slated for the first week in May, and I hope you'll be able to spread the word across campus.

Here's the note from the Volunteer Coordinator, Alberta Grover:

------------------------------------------------------

Calling All Women!!!

Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity is proud to announce our first *Women’s Build*. Sure to be a fun-filled and fulfilling endeavor, I hope you'll be able to come out and play.

When: May 5-9
Where: Flint River Rd
Riverdale
Time: 9:00-3:00

If you're interested in joining this fun-filled endeavor, send an email to alberta@schabitat.org. Please include your name, address, contact number and the days you will volunteer.

If you have never volunteered with SCHFH, visit our web site: http://www.schabitat.org, click on VOLUNTEER, print out a waiver form and fax it to the office or bring the form with you to the site. (The fax number is 770-477-9973.)

I hope you'll be able to join us. Thank you for volunteering with SCHFH.
Alberta Grover

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Shooting ranges

2008-04-15T21:22:30Z

I know of the range in Forest Park and the one up in Smyrna/Marietta. Does anyone know if there are any around Dunwoody/Buford Hwy? Maybe up the I-85N corridor?

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04/08/08 - Event @ Censi in East Atlanta!!! Check out the link to the flyer!!!

2008-04-07T16:48:49Z

We're doing a little event at Censi this Tuesday. Hope you can make it out! The food is all vegetarian and the drinks are awesome. The layout of the spot is really dope too!

Please check out the link below. Or go to http://www.bassbot.org and click on the events

http://www.bassbot.org/events/ATL/cenci040808.jpg

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EARTH HOUR ATLANTA 2008

2008-03-27T16:53:20Z

EARTH HOUR ATLANTA 2008

Working Together, We Can Make a Positive Impact on Climate Change

Event Overview

Earth Hour Atlanta will take place on Saturday, March 29, 2008 from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. ET. For one hour, residents, businesses and organizations are asked to voluntarily turn off lights to reduce energy consumption. The goal is to raise awareness about climate change and demonstrate that by doing one small thing we can make a huge difference when it comes to fighting global warming.

Earth Hour is modeled after a successful event held in Sydney, Australia in March 2007.

In 2008, Earth Hour will be celebrated globally with Chicago, Atlanta, San Francisco and Phoenix designated as Flagship/Sister Cities in the United States. Other cities across the world participating include Brisbane, Australia; Copenhagen; Manila; Tel Aviv and Toronto, Canada.

Earth Hour is an initiative of World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Our initial partners in Atlanta include the City of Atlanta, Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin and Creaxion®, a leading local marketing firm.

The event on March 29 is only one step in ongoing efforts to fight climate change. To encourage long-term benefits, all participants will be encouraged to replace older light bulbs with energy efficient compact fluorescents and pledge to take actions that will reduce their energy consumption in the year ahead.

How Can Atlantans Participate?

Turn off the lights!

As part of a global campaign to raise awareness about climate change and demonstrate that working together, the people of the world can make a difference in the fight against global warming, we ask individuals to voluntarily turn off the lights in their own home or business for one hour on Saturday night, March 29. Also turn off/unplug other non-essential electrical equipment – such as idle cell phone chargers, computers, microwaves, electric toothbrush, etc.

Impact the Environment While Maintaining Safety

We are working with City of Atlanta police, fire and emergency services departments, as well as local power authorities, on the plans for this activity to ensure an impactful and safe event.

While some lights are out, safety will still be on.
It is important that Earth Hour is celebrated safely, so no one will be turning off any of the street lights, lobby lights in public spaces, hospital lights or any other lights that would affect safety or vital services.

Businesses open to the public during this time are encouraged to participate and can do so in a safe manner by remaining in full compliance with all laws and proper safety standards. For instance, theater marquees could go dark while the show goes on in the light; hotels will maintain lobby and hallway lights, but guests will be encouraged to participate in this environmental event during that hour. Restaurants could darken their exteriors, but have their kitchen lights on, and may get creative with battery-powered lanterns and other dim lighting.

Homeowners could have a one-hour family time, free from computers and TV, and play games by flashlight, or read stories by the fireplace. All lobby, hallway lights and elevators will remain on in high-rise condominiums, and condo owners will be encouraged to participate voluntarily.

Earth Hour is about living in a modern world while doing the right thing. Therefore, we are asking people to turn off lights for one hour and come up with fun ways to celebrate the impact they’re having on their environment.

The Focus for March 29

Downtown Skyline
Though we will ask the people throughout Atlanta and surrounding suburbs to participate, the focus will be to showcase the Atlanta skyline. Atlanta has a history of using its skyline with high dramatic visual effect during the 1996 Olympics and other high-profile events of significance. For this hour, we’ll be asking buildings to turn off façade lighting and shut off the window lights – in essence, creating a blank slate and a strong environmental statement for one hour.

City Landmarks
In addition to the skyline areas in Downtown, Midtown and Buckhead, we will focus on a few, key Atlanta landmark buildings/areas, such as the tourist area in Centennial Olympic Park near the Georgia Aquarium and World of Coke, the view from Piedmont Park, marquee for Atlanta’s theaters, businesses on Peachtree Street …some dramatic vistas that capture Atlanta’s commitment to participating in a worldwide effort to impact global warming.

City Neighborhoods, Businesses and Suburbs
Through outreach to businesses, community groups, aldermanic offices and other outlets, we will encourage individuals, families and businesses in the Atlanta metro area to participate safely and appropriately, and feel a part of a significant global effort toward doing right for the environment.

Steering Committee
To help with coordination, education and participation, WWF is in the process of forming an Atlanta Steering Committee, which will meet weekly and may include participants from:

• City Officials • Midtown Alliance • ACVB
• BOMA • Buckhead Coalition • Atlanta Public Schools
• Southface • Central Atlanta Progress • Major Media Partners

Outreach Approach

Earth Hour Public Launch
Week of February 11th (Date subject to Mayor’s schedule) Press Conference with Mayor Franklin and Steering Committee Announcing Earth Hour Project (may be in conjunction with Chicago announcement)

General Outreach
We’ll be encouraging people to voluntarily participate through an informational campaign with a wide variety of tactics, including:

• Media (TV, Radio, Print and Internet) coverage of events, planning and activities
• Email outreach directly or through participating organizations, aldermen, businesses, etc.
• Donated advertising/PSA space from local media partners
• Social marketing on the Internet
• School outreach

People who plan to participate will be encouraged to register on the Earth Hour Atlanta Web site, where information on how to participate safely will be included. Registrants will also receive reminders to participate and how to do so safely as the event draws closer.

Skyline Outreach

For our focused efforts on the Atlanta skyline and other landmarks of Atlanta, we will implement a coordinated outreach campaign to educate specific building owners, businesses and residents through several organizations such as Central Atlanta Progress, Midtown Business Alliance, Buckhead Coalition, ACVB and through direct calls and meetings to encourage voluntary participation.

Join the team!

We invite your organization to join the effort. Visit us online at www.earthhour.org for more information. To donate media space or other promotional materials, contact Mark Pettit (Co-Chair of Earth Hour Atlanta) at mark@creaxion.com or by phone at 404-495-4425.

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Relocating to Atlanta Area

2008-03-24T19:00:49Z

I am thinking about relocating to Atlanta and i'm looking for information on where the best schools are. My daughter is in 2nd grade and will probably be starting 4th grade in Atlanta. I'm looking to buy a house but I want to be in a neighborhood with good schools, shopping not to far away, and low crime.

I have heard Alpharetta has good schools. What other areas should I looking for? I've been trying to do research online but there's so much information out there i'm getting overwhelmed.

I appreciate any help anyone could give.

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Looking for a good hat store...

2008-03-19T21:27:11Z

I need a new summer hat (or 2), and I'm looking for a good source. I'm talking mens dress hats, not the ubiquitous "lids" type places that deal only in baseball caps. Anyone know of a place that's inside the perimeter?

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Creative stuff in March

2008-03-07T19:22:31Z

Anyone have suggestions of creative things to do/see in March?
I've been ordered by my boss to take a day off work to do something creative--go to a gallery opening, a museum, festival, anything that will recharge the creative battery. It could even be visiting something natural or taking a class, it's pretty open-ended.

(I'm a graphic designer for a living, but it doesn't have to be design-related, just inspiring or creative).

So far I've come across the Alcove art show inspired by Cartoons opening this friday. Looks awesome:
alcovearts.com/alcove/section_events.html

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Bands in Forsyth/Sandy Springs?

2008-03-05T18:35:26Z

I'm looking for bands which have atleast some members who are residents of Forsyth or Sandy Springs. Rock, country, alternative, whatever--preferably someone with a local adult following. Doesn't matter if they are famous or up-and-comers, just someone relevant to those communities.

So far suggestion have been more in the hardcore or experimental realm, which I appreciate personally, but what we're looking for is something your average suburban adult would take an ear to.

The key here Free Publicity! Suggestions, por favor?

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We're taking Tennessee's river

2008-02-09T04:40:17Z

GEORGIA'S WATER CRISIS: Tennessee is asked to share its river

By Dan Chapman
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 02/06/08

Georgia's drought could spark a border water war as key state legislators demanded Tuesday that Tennessee share its same-name river with parched Atlanta.

In a bold move, Sen. David Shafer (R-Duluth) and Rep. Harry Geisinger (R-Roswell) plan to introduce legislation today that would, in effect, move Georgia's northwest boundary a mile north so a section of the river flows indisputably into Georgia.

They cite a centuries-old —- and "erroneous" —- survey for placing the marker below Tennessee's Nickajack Reservoir when it should rightly, they say, be situated in the middle of the river.

They want Gov. Sonny Perdue and his Tennessee counterpart to resolve the watery mess.

The joint resolution also calls for creating boundary commissions between Georgia and Tennessee, and Georgia and North Carolina.

The legislative bombshell could make the ongoing water war among Georgia, Alabama and Florida look like a pillow fight.

"A misplaced survey marker is just that and nothing more," said Shafer, who expects all 56 senators to sign on as co-sponsors to the Senate resolution. "A state boundary can only be changed by the legislatures of the states, with the consent of Congress. It cannot be changed by a mathematician with a faulty compass or a skittish surveying party afraid of the Indians."

Bert Brantley, Perdue's spokesman, could not be reached for comment late Tuesday.

A spokeswoman for Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen, who has vowed to fight Georgia's attempt to tap the river, said it was "premature to offer comment" until he'd seen the legislation.

The 652-mile-long Tennessee River —- the nation's fifth-largest —- snakes from Knoxville, through Chattanooga, into Northern Alabama and Mississippi, before returning to western Tennessee and joining the Ohio River in Kentucky. The federal Tennessee Valley Authority manages the river.

The resolution requests that six Georgia legislators meet with counterparts in Tennessee and North Carolina to resurvey the border "to establish the definite and true boundary lines."

And if Tennessee refuses to consider a new boundary?

"Then I suspect you have the recourse of the courts," Geisinger said.

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It's in print...

2008-02-08T20:31:55Z

I wrote a rant on the construction of a $19M temple that was built here in Gwinett County. I got it published in a local magazine, who ran it as a point/counterpoint with views presented by the temple themselves. Here's the link to both pieces, if you're into this kind of thing:

http://tinyurl.com/2okc3e

I am somewhat intrigued and satisfied by the temple's response. The temple writers got to read my piece before writing theirs, and I think it’s obvious they did. :-)

They include an email address at the bottom for comments, and I hope you'll write in with whatever reaction you may have.

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Is Google just being petty?

2008-02-08T20:25:03Z

For three weeks my harmless (if slightly obnoxious) blog/website has been ignored by google. I submitted several times, added in their precious spider-bot script, and joined their analytics system. Nothing, I am still persona non grata with them.

Is my site just not showing up? If anybody can give me some pointers?
My site is http://blog.intellectualbarbarian.com

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Your Government At Work

2008-02-08T16:04:36Z

Don't we have more important things to be concerned about?

Ga. House calls for playoff system
Posted: Friday February 1, 2008 2:41PM; Updated: Friday February 1, 2008 4:53PM
ATLANTA (AP) -- The Georgia House voted 151-9 Friday in favor of a resolution urging the NCAA to create a playoff system for college football.

"The only major sporting event without a playoff system to identify its true champion that I know of is NCAA Division 1 football," said state Rep. Quincy Murphy, D-Augusta.

Georgia was ranked fourth in the BCS entering the last week of the season, behind Missouri, West Virginia and Ohio State. When Missouri and West Virginia lost, Georgia did not rise to second behind Ohio State but dropped to fifth in the BCS. Southeastern Conference champion LSU vaulted from seventh to second.

The Bulldogs went on to rout previously undefeated Hawaii 41-10 in the Sugar Bowl.

The resolution, which now goes to the Senate, calls the BCS system "the greatest disappointment of the 2007 college football season."

"The only sensible way to determine a national champion in any sport is to develop a playoff system that allows teams to meet on the field," the resolution reads. "The fans of college football deserve a true national champion to be crowned after winning the title on the field of play and not in a popularity poll."

House lawmakers had expected the resolution would inspire more discussion.

"When you think about the economic impact of collegiate sports, we're talking about multimillion dollars," said state Rep. Joe Wilkinson, a Sandy Springs Republican. "And from that standpoint, it's worth 10 minutes."

There has been growing momentum in Georgia for a playoff system since the Bulldogs' convincing victory over Hawaii.

Michael Adams, the president of the University of Georgia, proposed an eight-team playoff system last month to determine the NCAA's national football champion. He said the current system is "undercutting the sportsmanship and integrity of the game."

So would a die-hard Georgia Tech fan vote on the proposition as well?

"I think it's something that needs to be done," said state Rep. Tommy Benton, who attended the University of West Georgia but proudly wears a sticker of Tech's mascot on his name tag.

He paused, perhaps recalling Tech's 40-28 loss to Fresno State in the Humanitarian Bowl.

"And someday, I hope we'll be able to say we deserve to play for the national championship."

Copyright 2008 Associated Press <http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/interactive_legal.html#AP> . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

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30th Annual Groundhog Day Jugglers Festival

2008-02-01T17:32:46Z

Fun for the entire family -

http://atlantajugglers.org/festivals/gh08.htm

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about my new Spiritual Rumi Cd (Rumi's love )

2008-01-28T01:45:56Z

I hope you're doing wonderfully.

I am writing to let you know that after about a year I have finished my
second CD and am very excited to share it with all of you. This Cd
contains the recite love poems of the mystic poet Rumi, With original
music from Hamoon Tehrani. I hope you enjoy it .
This Cd now is available at CDbaby.com, amazon.com, iTunes and my
website
www.trueloverumi.com.
If you have any questions, my email is …sinajon1@yahoo.com.

Peace and love

Sina

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2 buck chuck clothing

2008-01-24T07:28:04Z

Check out 2 buck chuck clothing!!! A site for the cheap wine drinker in all of us www.2buckchuckclothing.com

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People.s movement assembly world wide and in Altanta

2008-01-20T19:13:51Z

People's Movement Assembly-- Global Day of Action
Saturday, January 26, 10:00am

On Saturday, January 26, 2008, Atlanta, host city of the first US Social Forum, will be the venue for a statewide People's Movement Assembly, beginning with a caravan and rally at the State Capitol.
Initiated by the organizers of the annual Poor People's Day events at the Capitol and inspired by the year 2008 being the 40th anniversary of the historic Poor People's Campaign for Economic Justice launched by Dr. King, this multi-pronged effort seeks to bring the voice, aspirations, needs and demands of millions of working and poor people to the Georgia Capitol.
Following the caravan and rally, participants will meet to exchange views, plan ongoing actions and cement relationships and networks. Hundreds of volunteers are needed throughout the state to mobilize their communities.
Participation in the January 26 action is open to all who believe "ANOTHER WORLD IS POSSIBLE."
Complete the People's Movement Assembly Ballot!

Read more...

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Oh shit it's snowing (lightly)!

2008-01-18T23:11:29Z

Weather reports that we will have maybe an inch of snow on the ground by morning.

Ok fellow Atlanteans you know the drill!

Fasten all seat-belts! Seal all enterances and exits. Lock all stores in the mall. Cancel the 3-ring circus. Secure all animals in the zoo...

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Saturday, February 16th HIKE at Blood Mountain

2008-01-17T15:02:32Z

Hey everybody!

Like I mentioned in another thread concerning the murder of Meredith Emerson, Mellow and I've been talking about going up to Blood Mountain for a hike and we've decided on Saturday, February the 16th... sound good?

Mellow brought up the idea of going to Blood Mountain to bring some positivity, burn some sage, and cleanse the place out a little bit. I'd like to go so I can further restore my faith in humanity by getting together with my dirty-hippy brethren for a celebration of all that's beautiful in life. Heh! You can join us for whatever reasons you'd like!

Here's the Wikipedia link on Blood Mountain:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blood_Mountain

GeorgiaTrails.com has lots of great information too:
http://georgiatrails.com/trails/index.html

http://georgiatrails.com/maps/byronh.html

Vogel State Park:
http://www.gastateparks.org/info/vogel/

RESPOND DIRECTLY TO THIS THREAD so we can all make arrangements on carpooling or convoy! ;~)

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Publishers?

2008-01-15T22:00:02Z

I'm trying to help my uncle find a publisher for his memoirs. Would anyone have any publishing connections to share?

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Watsu 2 in Decatur

2008-01-15T17:46:26Z

Hi All, those I know and those I want to know!

I am hosting Basia Szpak-Borst for a Watsu II workshop in Atlanta
(Decatur), GA on 25-30 April, 2008.

Are you interested? Do you know anyone who is interested?

We have room for 6 people at this time.

Two healthy meals per day are to be included in this workshop, which
will cost $875.

Please check out my website for a look at my pool!

http://bodyworksatlanta.com

All the best,
Shari

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Belly Dance classes starting this Thursday at Red Door

2008-01-08T18:57:07Z

elly Dance is fun and a great workout!. If you haven't come to our intro to intermediate belly dance class .....now is the time!!!!

Our Belly Dance Fusion class meets every Thursday at 8PM at The Red Door (726 Spring St). We teach to the intro to intermediate levels. We have two teachers that will cater the class to fit your needs. Our teachers have a knowledge of Cabaret, traditional middle eastern dance and American Tribal. The cost is only $7 per class. We start with the basics of Egyptian cabaret and move into more advanced styles of dance. Students will learn new movements each class, building coordination, grace, strength, and flexibility.

For further information on either one of these events please email ninsun @ livejournal.com or visit
www.anahitabellydance.com
or join our yahoo group groups.yahoo.com/group/atl...dance/join

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Doing God's Work

2008-01-06T16:36:35Z

At the risk of making myself sound even more anti-religion, please allow me to share with you (via my blog), a small essay which will soon appear in a local, community magazine:

http://people.tribe.net/mickd/blog/f9e7696a-4e20-47c5-9754-b4f9db12cf04

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Fellow North Georgia Hiker, Meredith Emerson: Missing - PLEASE HELP.

2008-01-04T23:33:55Z

Please click this link to read my blog entry about Meredith's disappearance (complete with informational links and photographs).
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=62762565&blogID=344218110

The following is a TEXT ONLY cut & paste of my blog entry about this over on MySpace:

Please call 706-439-6038 if you have any information about missing University of Georgia graduate and fellow North Georgia hiker, 24 year old Meredith Hope Emerson.

Meredith is an athletic, experienced hiker and has a blue belt in martial arts. She is a white, blonde, woman, stands 5-foot-4, and weighs 120-pounds. She was last seen on BLOOD MOUNTAIN located in UNION COUNTY, Georgia on Tuesday, January 1st.

She left a note for her roommate explaining that she went hiking with her black Labrador retriever, Ella.
Meredith is originally from Colorado.

Click the photo of Meredith below, to read a news article about what's going on:

*** please go to blog entry for photo and link ***

A PERSON OF INTEREST HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED

A 61 year-old white man, identified as Gary Michael Hilton (approximately 5-foot-10, 160 pounds with grey / white/ or silver hair and having either bad or no teeth) was last seen with Meredith along Freeman Trail on Blood Mountain inside VOGEL STATE PARK. He was wearing a yellow jacket with a large, older backpack and had a sheath of some sorts attached to one leg.

On multiple occasions, Hilton and Meredith were seen talking together by several eyewitnesses on Tuesday, January 1st and were also reported to have been letting their dogs play together. Hilton was seen with his own dog, believed to be a "reddish" colored Retriever, most likely going by the name of Dandy (or possibly Danny).

Hilton has two white, Chevrolet Astro minivans both registered in DEKALB COUNTY even though Hilton is not believed to live in DeKalb County according to Union Country Sheriff's investigator, Kimberly Verdone.

Police say Hilton was last spotted driving a white Chevy Astro minivan.

He is registered as owning TWO WHITE, CHEVY ASTRO MINIVANS. He has a 2001 model with the license plate number AFQ 1310 and a 1996 model with license plate number 76 APZ.

This is the only photo I've been able to find of 61-year old Gary Michael Hilton:

*** please go to blog entry for photo and link ***

There are lots of videos on the local Fox channel's website.
You can CLICK HERE to go directly to that page.

I complied all of this information from articles I found online. There is much more info. floating around out there. Click on THIS LINK for more news links at the bottom of that page.

*** please go to blog entry for photos and links ***

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Hahahahahaaaaaa!

2008-01-03T04:36:59Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOiN5TQhP2Q

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black is the new green?

2008-01-03T03:40:51Z

"If you like green you'll like blackle

If Google had a black screen, taking into account the huge number of times this search engine is used, 750 mega watts/hour of energy per year would be saved.
In recognition of this fact, Google has created a black version of its search engine, called Blackle, with the exact same functions as the white version, but with lower energy consumption.

Bookmark it today and pass it along: www.blackle.com "

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East Atlanta Village?

2008-01-02T20:45:56Z

I currently live in Huntsville, AL. I'm going to begin GSU in March, and I am considering East Atlanta Village as a place for me to lay my head and obtain a part-time job. Does anyone have any leads for a modest 1 bedroom, studio, or room available around that time?

Is EAV biking distance to GSU? If not how is Marta from EAV to GSU?
What are some good apartments in EAV?
What about whole food stores and fresh produce in EAV?

I might decide to live closer to campus than EAV. In that case would anyone have any suggestions for off-campus housing walking or biking distance to GSU?

I appreciate any help/info given!

Have a Happy New Year
Blake Briscoe

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Holiday Gifties

2007-12-22T17:03:52Z

They could use some kids gifts at the Gateway Center downtown. I was over at the Women and Children's side the other night and it's full of kids, all ages both sexes.

It's easy, you drive down Pryor until just before Memorial, you'll see some construction on the right, it's right across from the court house...park on the street in front, just put your hazards on. Go to the door on the left and through the lobby to the desk there and drop it and go. Voila! If anyone questions you say that it's for Miss Saundra.

http://www.gatewayctr.org/

Wrapped or unwrapped is fine but if you wrap it maybe label it with a good description?

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Slam poetry

2007-11-15T05:03:58Z

I'm coming home from L.A. and trying to figure out where all the slam poetry spots are so I can eat some microphone, anyone know spots dates times???

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good wine

2007-11-15T00:59:23Z

I'm making dinner for a friend tomorrow night, and I want to pick up a good red wine that is also less than 15 bucks for the event. I love chianti, merlot and cabernet sauvingon. My problem is, I know absolutely nothing about wine and what makes it good, so the years and the brands are lost on me. Please help a clueless girl...
Thanks in advance.
Blush wines are also a possibility for consideration, btw.

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