[ In Hall Events ]
Brenau University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Initiate Joint Physician Assistant Program

Despite the truncated time frame in the undergraduate portion of the program, Brenau students still will be exposed to the university’s expanded liberal arts curriculum that requires them to pass through the “four portals of learning” – appreciation for arts and culture, expanded world view, broadened communication skills, and scientific and analytic curiosity...
Jul 19, 2008

[ In Quality of Life ]
Yum! Back to School Peanut Butter and Jelly Food Drive

Bank of North Georgia will host a ‘Back to School Peanut Butter and Jelly Food Drive’ to benefit 17 local food banks that are located near the bank’s 34 offices...
Jul 18, 2008

[ In Education ]
The Clean Air Campaign Launches New Web Site, Blog

Commuters and employers searching for ways to reduce the burden of high gas prices have a new online resource at their disposal – CleanAirCampaign.com.  This updated version of The Clean Air Campaign’s Web site has been restructured, simplified and outfitted with tools to provide users with easy access to solutions for their commuting problems...
Jul 18, 2008

[ In Education ]
Apply Now for Fall Quarter

Apply now to begin your journey towards a solid career and a brighter future. The application deadline to begin classes fall quarter is Friday, August 24. Classes begin October 1...
Jul 18, 2008

[ In Education ]
Paint and Decoupage Class at the Library

You will learn the basics of preparation, application, and finishing, while at the same time, creating a beautiful addition to your garden. Once you have learned the basics...
Jul 17, 2008

[ In Parks and Recreation ]
Welcome to Parks & Leisure Services!

"When you’re ready to play!" is the slogan for Hall County Parks and Leisure Services, providing recreation opportunities for citizens within Hall County via the development of parks, programs and facilities...
Jul 17, 2008

[ In Hall Events ]
"Watercolors" from Award-Winning Artist Linda Blount at the Library, Gainesville Branch

Linda Blount grew up in Florida where she was never far from fresh and saltwater, palm trees, colorful flowers and ever-changing skies. These influences were included in some of her early landscapes in oils when her older son was a baby...
Jul 16, 2008

[ In Education ]
Summer Enrollment Up 19 Percent at Gwinnett Tech

It may be the lazy, hazy days of summer, but energy is high at Gwinnett Technical College where summer enrollment is up 19 percent over last year. Classes for the quarter began July 1 with 3,511 students registered.//
Jul 16, 2008

[ In Education ]
The Boom of Guns and A General's Last Ride: It's Battle Time

Come out to see history in the "re-making" during the 144th Anniversary of the Observance of the Battle of Atlanta -one of the Civil War's most significant battles July 18th through 20th. Visit www.batlevent.org for a list of events...
Jul 15, 2008

[ In Quality of Life ]
Annual Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk 5K and “World’s Largest Office Party” Celebrates 26 Years on September 25, 2008

The 26th annual Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk and Fitness Program, the largest corporate-organized fitness events in the Southeast, with more than 18,000 runners/walkers from over 600 Atlanta companies...
Jul 15, 2008

Vote Today! Georgia Primary Election on Tuesday, July 15th Su Voto Es Su Voz!

Vote today!  Tuesday, July 15th, 7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.!  Georgia voters can vote at their designated polling place on Tuesday, July 15th...

Jul 15, 2008

[ In Education ]
Dear EarthTalk

I need to replace my old TV. Can you tell me which of the latest models is the greenest? I was told that the flat-screen/plasmas are real energy hogs. What do you recommend?   -- Angela Montague, via e-mail...

Jul 14, 2008

[ In Parks and Recreation ]
Summer Outdoor Jazz Concert Series Jazz on the Lawn 2008

A favorite at Callanwolde, enjoy Will Scruggs’ swinging saxophone skills and energetic sounds for an unforgettable musical experience. Scruggs leads a fellowship of professional musicians and is accompanied by powerful vocalist Audrey Shakir, one of Atlanta’s greatest musical treasures in the world of jazz singing...
Jul 13, 2008

[ In Hall Events ]
Adams Transfer & Storage Named Georgia’s Family-Owned Business of the Year

Adams Transfer & Storage Company Inc., managed by Vice President James J. (Jimmy) Adams, has been named the Jeffrey Butland Family-Owned Business of the Year in Georgia by the U.S. Small Business Administration...
Jul 13, 2008

[ In Quality of Life ]
Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner

Two calendar listings for the Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008. 
George McKerrow Jr. and Natasha Trethewey will be honored at this gala.  Men Stopping Violence is a nonprofit organization that works to end men's violence against women...
Jul 13, 2008