This years 21st Annual Six Gap Century, a cycling tournament, brought out 2,500 cyclists. Daniel Carnis of team Iron Data presented by Apto Solutions finished 2nd in the competition. Check out the Dahlonega Nugget for the article.
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Atlanta Community Food Drive Success!
We have reached our goal of 750 food items!!! Thank you to everybody in supporting Apto Solutions and the Atlanta Community Food Bank and supporting those less fortunate in our community. This food is definitely going to help, especially with the holiday coming up. Pizza party for all!
Georgia Elections 2009
Today is a big day for the city of Atlanta, along with other counties across Georgia. Below I have posted links to help facilitate any information you may be looking for when voting, from “How do I vote?” to “Who are the candidates running?”. Take the time to cast your vote!
VOTING INFORMATION
What do I need to bring when voting?
How do I use the electronic voting machines?
Resources for Voters with Disabilities.
CANDIDATE INFORMATION
Fall Back, Sunday, November 1, 2009
Be sure to set your clocks back 1 hours starting at 2am, Sunday, November 1st.
Penny’s Wedding
Our very own Penny Jones got married on Friday, August 21st to Joseph Jatta. Congratulations!
GA Tax Free Weekend – Back To School
Take advantage of back to school savings with Georgia’s Tax Free Weekend. this event started Thursday, July 30th and will run through Sunday, August 2nd. Some quick notes about the tax free savings include…
- Clothing under $100
- Computers/computer equipment under $1500
- School supplies under $20
Georgia has also scheduled a separate tax free week for the purchase of energy efficient appliances (priced under $1500) for October 1-4, 2009.
July 4th 2009 Celebrations in Atlanta
Take advantage of the long weekend and enjoy the many events in and around the city to celebrate our Independence Day!
Peachtree Road Race
The Peachtree Road Race, is a 10 kilometer road race held annually in Atlanta, Georgia on July 4, Independence Day. The Peachtree Road Race was until recently the world’s largest 10 kilometer race (an estimated 55,000 participants in 2007), a title it has held since the late 1970s. For more information on the location and events surrounding this event, click on the title above.
Centennial Olympic Park
Atlanta’s biggest Fourth of July celebration is in Centennial Olympic Park with a massive fireworks display over the downtown skyline. This year will include a live performance by Vertical Horizon, plus plenty of fun family activities and food vendors for a festival atmosphere. Cool off in the Olympic Rings Fountain at this truly patriotic celebration. Attendees are encouraged to ride Marta.
Lenox Square Fireworks
Gather at Lenox Square Mall as a huge fireworks show lights up the sky in Buckhead. Complete with a kids zone and live music, this celebration has the largest fireworks show in the Southeast. The fun starts at 6 p.m. and goes until 10 p.m.
Decatur Square
The City of Decatur will celebrate the Fourth in the picturesque Decatur Square with a 6 p.m. Pied Piper Parade for kids followed by fireworks at 7 p.m. Kids can decorate a wagon, ride a bike, skate, or walk in this festive parade.
Buckhead Beach Party
The Buckhead Beach Party is a two-day festival on July 4 – 5 featuring popular cover band Drivin and Cryin and of course, 50 tons of sand, turning landlocked Atlanta into a fun beach luau! They will be running a free shuttle to the Lenox Mall fireworks and those with a Peachtree Road Race t-shirt get free admission before 2 p.m. after the big race. Tickets are $10 for a two-day pass.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
Family fun, patriotic sing-alongs and anthems, and a fiery post-concert blast! The American Spirit is alive and well and thriving at a rip-roaring Fourth, with the ASO, the vibrantly gifted conductor Bridget Reischl and the formidable US Army Chorus. And don’t miss a special fireworks celebration following the concert! Ticket prices vary.
Stone Mountain Park Fantastic Fourth
Celebrate the Fourth at Stone Mountain Park where all of their attractions can turn it in to a whole day of family fun. The nightly Lasershow Spactacular will feature a special patriotic fireworks show.
Please Welcome Arush Shah
Today Neerav and Rupangi Shah welcomed their second son, Arush Shah, into this world at 8:29am today. He came in weighing 7lb. 15oz.. He has informed me that Arush is healthy and mom and dad are doing well. Congratulations!!!
New Baby King
We would like to congratulate Michael King and his wife for their new baby girl. A few words from Michael: “
MACI JOY KING
ENTERED THIS WORLD ON, SUNDAY,12:43 AM. MAY 31, 2009-
4LBS. 15 OZ. —- AND THE EPITOME OF BEAUTIFUL AND HEALTHY!
