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• Mammogram Screenings:
  Throughout the year, Northside Hospital offers convenient mammogram screenings and breast health education through ScreenAtlanta, Northside’s mobile mammography van, at Kroger stores across North Atlanta. Participants must meet American Cancer Society and Northside Hospital screening guidelines to qualify and appointments are required. Insurance can be filed. For more information, to schedule an appointment or for additional locations, call ScreenAtlanta at 770-667-4400.
  
  
• Darius Weems:
  There has been a documentary made about him and he tours the US promoting handicap accessibility and raising money for research for a cure for MD. He is currently in a contest through Chase Community giving on Facebook. The winner of this round gets 1 million bucks for his charity.
  For additional information - log on to Darius Goes West
  
  
• Community Education Seminars and Screenings:
  Who: Emory-Adventist Hospital at Smyrna - 3949 South Cobb Drive
  Where: Hospital cafeteria or front lobby area
  January 18- Intestinal Health-Your Key to Better Health - 7pm
  January 27- Your Thyroid: Friend or Foe - 7pm
  February 1- Avoiding Divorce Blunders (for Women) 7pm
  February 4- High Blood Pressure: Knowing is Treating - 7pm
  February 22- Carpal Tunnel: Time is At “Hand - 7pm
  March 4- GERD - 7pm
  March 15 –Bone Density Screening 4-6p
  Questions: 770-319-2025
  
  
• Fifty Plus Fair:
  When: Saturday, March 13 – 10AM-2PM
  Where: Dunwoody United Methodist Church - 1548 Mount Vernon Road
  Exhibitors and speakers will provide information regarding senior concerns.
  Questions: 770-394-0675
  
  
• Atlanta Vision Walk:
  Who: Atlanta Chapter of Foundation Fighting Blindness
  When: Sunday, March 14 -- Registration: 12:00 p.m. - Walk Start: 1:00 p.m.
  Where: Centennial Olympic Park - 265 Park Avenue West, Atlanta
  Questions: 919-781-8014 or Atlanta@FightBlindness.org
  
  
• The Wearin’ of the Green:
  What: Irish Song and Dance
  When: Friday, March 12 - 8:00 PM
  Where: Roswell United Methodist Church - 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell
  Who: The Michael O'Neal Singers
  Special guests - The Mulligan Irish Step Dancers
  Questions: staff@mosingers.com or 770.594.7974
  
  
• RecruitMilitary Expo:
  When: Thursday, March 18 - 11AM to 3PM
  Where: GICC - 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park
  This special event is intended to help returning troops and other veterans and service members, and their spouses with employment, entrepreneurship, and educational opportunities.
  Veterans will be able to interview with an all-star team of National, Regional, & Local employers.
  Questions: 800-226-0841
  
  
• Free Child Safety Fair:
  When: Friday, March 19 - 3pm to 7:30pm @ Saturday, March 20 - 0am to 5pm.
  Where: 4770 Covington Highway, Decatur
  Who: The Keeping Kids Safe Project
  Free digital fingerprinting and photos for all children.
  Quesations: 404-284-7630 or Jacki@sipkids.com
  
  
• Broadcast News Bluejeans Workshop:
  When: Saturday, March 20 - 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  Where: University of Georgia Grady College - 120 Hooper Street, Athens
  Panelists will share thoughts on new ethical issues (should reporters give their opinions in blogs?), the new economics of the industry, and the skill sets needed for the next age.
  Questions: (706) 542-1704
  
  
• The Allure of Wine - Uncork a Journey:
  Who: The High Museum of Art
  When: Thursday, March 25, and Saturday, March 27, 2010
  The Wine Auction is ranked as the number-four charity wine auction in the country, and is the largest fundraising event for the High Museum.
  Proceeds from the auction are a vital part of the Museum’s acquisition, exhibition and education plans.
  Questions: 404.733.5335 or reservations@atlanta-wineauction.org
  
  
• Breast Cancer Kick Off:
  What: Atlanta’s 2-Day Walk
  8AM - March 27th with orientation and training for the October Walk.
  Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy - 3368 Peachtree Road - Atlanta
  Questions: 404-531-4111
  
  
• Bidding for Bright Futures:
  What: 6th Annual Dinner and Auction Gala
  When: Saturday, March 27 - 6:30PM
  Where: Holy Family Parish Hall - 3401 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta
  Who: Wheeler Center for Advanced Studies (Magnet) Foundation A non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the educational experiences of the Wheeler Magnet students and faculty.
  Questions: 770.578.3286
  
  
• Golf Tournament:
  Who: Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce
  When: Tuesday, March 30
  Where: Rivermont Country Club - 3130 Rivermont Parkway, Alpharetta
  Registration - 10:30am -- Golf - 12 noon
  Scramble format, silent & live auction.
  Questions: 678- 455-4830
  
  
• Phenomenal Women's Conference:
  Who: The Siegel Institute
  When: Friday, April 16 - 8:30AM
  Where: Kennesaw State University Center - 3333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw
  This year’s conference honors inspirational women in the community.
  The event will include a continental breakfast, networking lunch, various keynote speakers, and panel discussions.
  Questions: 678-797-2204
  
  
• Dow Live Earth Run for Water:
  When: April 18 - 8:45 AM
  Where: Water Village at Pemberton Place - 121 Baker Street, Atlanta
  What: The largest worldwide water initiative
  The Atlanta Track Club is partnering with Live Earth to help drive awareness of both the global and regional water crisis.
  Quesatios/Registration - Log on to Live Earth
  
  
• Sprint for Cancer:
  What: A family-focused 5K and 10K run/walk event
  When: Sunday, April 18 - 8 a.m.
  Where: Atlantic Station - 171 17th Street, Atlanta
  Benefits the Georgia Cancer Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to cancer education, early detection and support throughout the continuum of cancer care for all types of cancer and all Georgia residents.
  The race is also a Peachtree Road Race qualifier for more experienced runners. Questions: 770-576-7060 or sprintforcancer@radiantsystems.com.
  
  
• Scream Free Home or School:
  Free 1-hour seminar based on the book ScreamFree Parenting, How to Raise Your Kids by Keeping Your Cool By Hal Runkel Seminar by Miriam Bellamy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
  When: Monday, April 19
  Where: Play Activity Center for Kids - 10930 Crabapple Road, Roswell
  Questions: 404-932-9320 or miriambellamy@bellsouth.net
  
  
• Golf Fundraiser:
  Who: Children Without A Voice USA – A non-profit organization based in Alpharetta
  When: Monday, April 19 - Registration - 11:30 am -- tee time 1:00pm
  Where: Bear’s Best - 5342 Aldeburgh Drive - Suwanee
  Why: National Child Abuse Prevention Month
  Questions: 404-474-4020 or TonyR@heritageCAA.net
  
  
• Possible Woman Leadership Conference:
  When: Tuesday, April 20 - 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  Where: Atlanta Marriott Marquis - 265 Peachtree Center Avenue, Atlanta
  Who: Wind Enterprises
  Specifically for corporate women leaders, entrepreneurs and women in technology.
  Questions: 770-381-9616 or laurel@proapg.com
  
  
• Night of Spectacles:
  When: Thursday, April 22
  What: Benefit for Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation
  Where: Mason Murer Fine Art Gallery - 199 Armour Drive, Atlanta
  Fashion and artwork made from recycled eyeglasses.
  Silent Auction where proceeds will support uninsured Georgians in need of eye surgeries, eye exams and eye glasses.
  Questions: (404) 636-5549
  
  
• The Drake Walk:
  When: Saturday, May 1
  Where: Roswell United Methodist Church - 815 Mimosa Boulevard - Roswell
  Who: The Drake House - provides short-term crisis housing, assessment and support to homeless mothers and their children in North Fulton.
  Questions: 770-587-4712 or thedrakehouse@thedrakehouse.org
  
  
• Douglasville's Got Talent:
  Who: City of Douglasville
  Audition for a chance to participate in the talent show set for Saturday, May 1 during the Spring Main Street Market.
  Acts must be appropriate for all audiences.
  Auditions are closed and an appointment time must be set-up.
  Auditions times must be secured by Thursday, April 1.
  Questions: Contact Jamie Fritter at 678-715-6068 or fritterj@ci.douglasville.ga.us.
  
  
• GA Walk Now for Autism Speaks:
  When: Sunday May 23rd
  What: Benefit for Autism Speaks and the Marcus Autism Center
  Where: Atlantic Station (map)
  This 2.2 mile walk and family-friendly event will fund vital research and raise awareness for autism.
  Registration opens at 8am. The walk kicks off at 10am.
  Questions: (770) 451-0570 or www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/Georgia
  
  
• Camp Breathe Easy:
  The American Lung Association’s camp for kids with asthma will celebrate a 30 year anniversary in June and is in need of volunteers. If you are 18 years or older and have an interest in helping kids with asthma, call 404-231-9887 Ext. 223.
  
  
• Camp All-American:
  Who: Perimeter Church - 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek
  When: June 1 - August 6
  10 one week sessions for children ages three years old through eighth grade.
  The line-up this year include rock climbing and tubing down the Chattahoochee.
  Questions: 678-405-2266, 678-405-2000 or camp@perimeter.org



• Teen Leadership Summits:
  Classic Summit, June 13-18 at the Wahsega 4-H Center, Dahlonega, Ga
  Survival Summit, July 20-25, Colorado Youth Programs, Boulder, Colo
  Adventure Summit, Aug. 10-15 at Cheley Camps, Estes Park, Colo.
  Teens with a parent in the Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard can sign up to attend a free leadership summit this summer.
  April 16 is the deadline to apply.
  Participants must be 14 to 18 years old.
  Questions: 1-800-223-1784, extension 70971 or 1-800-223-1784, extension 72090.
  
  
• Annual Animal Rescue Fair and Pet Adoptions:
  When: Sunday, June 13 - noon to 5 pm
  Where: Covered arena at Wills Park Equestrian Center in Alpharetta
  What: The largest pet adoption and educational family fun day in Georgia.
  Visit with over 90 animal rescue groups and vendors.
  Spend the afternoon learning about the animals, their needs, available pet products, services in the community, and demonstrations - admission is free.
  For more information - log on to Save The Horse or email horseinc2@aol.com.
  
  
• Atlanta Navy Week:
  When: October 11-17
  Who: Navy Office of Community Outreach
  During Navy Week, the Navy concentrates a variety of outreach assets sharing the Navy story..
  The Navy Leap Frogs Parachute Team - Navy rock bands and ceremonial bands - Navy divers..
  Flight simulators and other interactive displays and Sailors from namesake ships and submarines.
  The Navy’s precision flight demonstration team, The Blue Angels, will perform at Dobbins Air Force Base.
  For additional information - log on to Atlanta Navy Week.
  
  
• H1N1/Swine Influenza:
  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  Georgia Division of Public Health
  World Health Organization
  
  
• Conservation Awareness
  For information on how you can start conserving more resources around your home, click here.
  
  
  
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