Philly Connection-Cumberland: 68-cent Cheesesteaks on October 1

Want to eat on the cheap on Thursday, October 1? Head to the Philly Connection in the Cumberland Festival Shopping Center, 2980 Cobb Parkway, Atlanta. They’ll be serving up cheesesteaks for $0.68 each all day long as part of their 25th anniversary celebration. For extra freebies, stop by from 3:00-7:00 p.m.—680 The Fan’s “Buck & Kincade Show” will be broadcasting live & giving out prizes.

Hat tip to Rana, the AJC’s Atlanta Bargain Hunter, for spotting this deal.

Give a Day, Get a Disney Day Free

Give a Day, Get a Disney Day Free

As I’d love to make it down to Orlando next year, I’m going to try & take advantage of this deal:

Disney is partnering with the HandsOn Network for the Give a Day, Get a Disney Day Free promotion. The premise is simple: If you give your time & volunteer for a day, you’ll get voucher for a free day at Walt Disney World or Disneyland theme parks.

As always, the deal has stipulations. Here are the highlights:

• You’ll need to search online for a volunteer opportunity & sign up to participate. The catch is that you can’t start looking for those opportunities until January 1, 2010.
• Once they verify your service, you’ll receive the voucher for free admission.
• The program ends on December 15, 2010, or once all of the tickets are distributed, whichever comes first. I believe their goal is to inspire a million people to give, so sign up on the early end of things if you’re planning to participate.
• There’s a limit of one ticket per person, regardless of the number of hours donated. But the program is open to anyone age 6 or older, so if you get the family involved, you can get most of them in for free. The vouchers are not transferrable though, and you will need to produce a photo ID or a copy of the birth certificate at the gate.
• The eligible volunteer opportunities are located in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada.
• If you’re buying a multi-day pass or an annual pass, you have options: Instead of the voucher, you can get a free FASTPASS for you & up to 5 other members of your party or a collectible ear hat figurine with trading pins. Or you can donate your voucher to a non-profit organization designated by Disney.

Think you’ll forget to register? Click here to receive an email update reminder from Disney.

–Jennifer Maciejewski, Atlanta on the Cheap

MARTA & Micro Center is hiring

MARTA is recruiting electrical technicians and electronics technicians.

An Open House is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2009, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

at MARTA headquarters, 2424 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA.

Bring your resume and come prepared to be interviewed.

MARTA headquarters is accessible from the Lindbergh MARTA train station.

Free Overture to the Arts Festival at the Cobb Energy Center on September 13

Posted on | September 11, 2009 | No Comments

On Sunday, September 13, the Cobb Energy Center will host a free performing arts festival, Overture to the Arts. Starting at 11:00 a.m., arts organizations will present a steady rotation of 20-minute performances to give you a sneak peak of the season, and you’ll be able to grab info on the upcoming season’s schedule for dozens of dance, theatre, comedy, family, cultural, and arts programs in the metro-Atlanta area while you’re there.

While the performances are free, there is a $5/car parking fee.

The Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre is located at 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. 770-916-2800.

2 Cans of Soup = Free Slice of Stefanie’s Red Velvet Cake Cheesecake at The Cheesecake Factory, Perimeter Mall, on September 18

Swap two cans of soup for a free slice of Stefanie’s Ultimate Red Velvet Cake Cheesecake at the Cheesecake Factory?

Here’s the deal: The Cheesecake Factory hosting a Drive Out Hunger Tour in cities across the U.S. At each stop, the first 500 people to bring two cans of soup to The Cheesecake Factory will receive a free slice of Stefanie’s Ultimate Red Velvet Cake Cheesecake. Each event features live music & a “special gift for everyone” (though I have no idea what that gift may be…), too, so it should be fun even if you miss out on the dessert freebie.

The Atlanta event will take place from 7:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. on September 18, 2009, at The Cheesecake Factory’s Perimeter Mall location, 4400 Ashford-Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta.

BOGO Adult Tickets to the America I AM Exhibition at the Atlanta Civic Center

Have you stalled on seeing the America I AM exhibition at the Atlanta Civic Center? Best head out soon before it’s gone. Atlanta is the second stop on the America I AM: The African-American Imprint exhibition’s four-year tour across the country. America I AM brings together artifacts, documents, music, photos, and more to highlight the, history, contributions and cultural influences of African Americans in the U.S. over the past 500 years.

You’ll see the “Doors of No Return,” which enslaved Africans passed through in Ghana to board ships to the “New World;” Malcom X’s journal and personal Koran; the robe Muhammad Ali wore during training for “Rumble in the Jungle,” the typewriter Alex Haley used to write “Roots,” and more.

Through September 18, 2009, you can buy one adult ticket and get one free using this flyer from WSB-TV at the box office. If you prefer to order tickets online, use promo code “family” at checkout. Limit 8 per transaction.

The cheapest tickets you can buy (without a promo code for a better deal) are at participating Wal-Marts. Tickets are $10 for adults & $4 for children ages 3-12. Wal-Mart doesn’t have senior tickets, but those 65 & up get an extra break—their tickets are $8 each (with ID).

America I AM will be at the Atlanta Civic Center through September 27, 2009. 395 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta. 404-523-6275.

Six Flags Over Georgia: Military Appreciation Donation Drive (5 Donations = $100 in Coupons) + Free Admission on Military Appreciation Days

Two great ways to support the troops at Six Flags Over Georgia during September:

1) During the Military Appreciation Donation Drive (September 19, 20, 26, & 27), if you donate five items for care packages sent to servicemen & women overseas, you’ll receive a coupon book with $100 worth of in-park savings. Stick to the official donation list—soldiers can’t store bulky items, so you’re buying things like flavored drink mixes in the packet, not large containers, or crackers in single-serving packages.

2) As a thank you to active members of the U.S. military, Six Flags Over Georgia is offering the men & women free admission. You’ll need to bring your military I.D. to get the deal, and it’s good for reservists, too. Bonus #1: The free admission includes the member of the military & up to two dependents. Bonus #2: If you need more tickets, you can buy them for half off at the gate.

The only catch is that you’ll need to show up on your designated day to take advantage of the free entry:

• September 19: Air Force
• September 20: Navy & Coast Guard
• September 26: Army
• September 27: Marines

–Jennifer Maciejewski

P.S. Thank you for your service. I forever grateful to you for the sacrifices you & your families make.

Nonprofit Career Conference …Ready, Set, Grow!

Has the economy got you worried that you may lose your job?

Are you getting lost in the pile of applicants when you find a promising opportunity?

Are you thinking about making the transition to the nonprofit sector?

Nonprofit Career Conference …Ready, Set, Grow!
October 27, 2009
Mansour Center
995 Roswell Street, NE
Marietta, GA 30060
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Join the Georgia Center for Nonprofits and Opportunity Knocks for an enriching day of workshops and consultations designed to help you plant the seeds for YOUR success…

Ready
Equip yourself by learning about the current state of GA’s nonprofit sector

Set
Assess your resume and current skillset with professional career consultants

Grow
Cultivate a nonprofit career path and job search strategies

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 30 and Save over 40%

Enter Code OKEBIRD upon checkout and pay only $40.00!

Register TODAY to ensure your Discount!

Click here for more information about the conference and to register

Led by experienced and qualified career consultants, nonprofit educators, and subject matter experts; you will learn how to become more competitive in the nonprofit job marketplace.

Who Should Attend?
Nonprofit professionals seeking to advance their career and for-profit/corporate professionals looking to switch careers to the nonprofit sector.

We have limited space for maximum interaction, so register today!

First Atlanta BBQ Festival!!!

In the capital of the South, BBQ will be enjoyed and savored all day long on Saturday, September 12th, from 10 am – 6 pm in the Green Lot at Turner Field! Admission to the festival area is free. Featured music acts will play during the day and the kids can have a great time playing in the children’s area. The winner of the Pro contest will sell BBQ at one Braves game in 2010! Our cooking contest is full. To apply for next year, email us at info@atlantabbqfestival.com

"Connections Mobile Boutique"

"Connections Mobile Boutique" is open for Business let me know if your interested in seeing some beautiful jewelry accessories!

Free Food, Games for the kids, Music, and FUN!! It's Dekalb Family Fun Day!

We are expecting 1000 people on Sunday. Free Food, Games for the kids, Music, and FUN!! It's Dekalb Family Fun Day! Bring School Supplies to help our teachers!! We are the community we want to see! Be part of the movement!

Enjoy FREE live jazz & poetry outdoors 2nite

2nite!
Sunday, Sept. 6th
Enjoy FREE live jazz & poetry outdoors 2nite 7-9pm@ 368 Candler Rd. Bring Chairs, Food Available! For more info call: 404-284-0106 or http://www.CakeCafeAtlanta.com

The Georgia Center for Nonprofits presents the Annual Nonprofit Day at Turner Field

The Georgia Center for Nonprofits presents the
Annual Nonprofit Day at Turner Field

Please join us on September 20, 2009 at Turner Field as the Atlanta Braves take on the Philadelphia Phillies.

Bring your family and friends to watch the Braves batting practice at 11:00 and join us for networking with all the Atlanta Nonprofit Professionals in the Hank Aaron Room at 11:30.

When: September 20, 2009

Where: Turner Field, Hank Aaron Room at 11:00am, game starts at 1:30pm

Cost: $22 per ticket (Outfield Seats)

ANP seating is limited, so get your tickets today! If you have any questions about this event please contact Jamar Jeffers at 678-916-3019 or via email at jj@gcn.org

CLICK HERE to purchase your ticket

Employment and Training in Dekalb!!!!

Employment and Training Symposium

Employment and Training Symposium DeKalb Workforce Development is committed to providing all jobseekers with an opportunity to meet with Metro Atlanta's best companies and training providers. Businesses are looking for qualified candidates to fill their open positions. This is your opportunity to shine and display your skills. Professional dress is required for admission. Bring several copies of your resume and be prepared for a possible interview. Parking is Extremly limited. Please consider MARTA (Bus #122 & #125 from Avondale and #121 from Kensington ) businesses that will attend include: CNN WinCup All (n) 1 Security Manpower Staffing Breakthrough Recovery Outreach Hormel Foods Corp. General Mills EDS, an HP Company HealthPort GA Army Nat'l Guard Columbus Police Dept ZEP, Inc. DHS-FEMA Mary Kay Cosmetics Schwan's Bakery Caring Hands United Flowers Foods, Inc Southern Company DeKalb Board of Health Ajilon Professional Staffing Career Mindset, LLC Lionheart Assurance Allied Health & Nurse Staffing People of Promise Clear Internet This is It! BBQ and Seafood AFLAC Liberty Mutual Independent Electrical Contractors DeKalb Technical College Caregiver Solutions Training Institute United Medical & Business Institute Devry Javelin Technical Training Center Emory University Central Michigan University in Atlanta On-Site Computer Training Goodwill Industries of North Georgia 100 Black Women of DeKalb GA Dept. of Labor-Voc Rehab GA Dept. of Labor-DeKalb Career Center AID Atlanta Job Corp DeKalb Microenterprise Metro Atlanta YMCA Consumer Credit Counseling Services Our Green Value Office of Governor DeKalb County Chamber of Commerce DeKalb County Office of Economic Development And Many More... *List subject to change For More Information Please Call 404-687-3469

Game Night Out - September 5, 2009

FREE FOOD,GAMES AND ENTERTAINMENT
LABOR DAY WEEKEND, SATURDAY
SEPTEMBER 5,2009
25 AND OLDER TO ATTEND
NO TIMBERLAND BOOTS
NO TENNIS SHOES
( SOCIAL EVENT)

5 REASONS TO COME GAME NIGHT OUT
	HAVE FUN
	MEET PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE
	COUPLES WHO WANT TO GO OUT ON DATE NIGHT
	IF YOU ARE SINGLE AND LOOKING TO MEET FRIENDS OR SPECIAL ONE

Fun Night Out

Date: Sep 5, 2009 - Sep 6, 2009

Time: 9:00 pm - 1:00 am

The Java Delight Cafe

4153-C Flat Shoals Parkway
Decatur, GA 30034

Website: Visit Website

Music Icon BB King hits the stage in mableton 9.2.2009

BB King

09-02-2009 (7:00 pm - 9:30 pm)

His reign as King of the Blues has been as long as that of any monarch on earth. Yet B.B. King continues to wear his crown well. At age 83, he is still light on his feet, singing and playing the blues with relentless passion. Time has no apparent effect on B.B., other than to make him more popular, more cherished, more relevant than ever. Don't look for him in some kind of semi-retirement; look for him out on the road, playing for people, popping up in a myriad of T.V. commercials, or laying down tracks for his next album. B.B. King is as alive as the music he plays, and a grateful world can't get enough of him.

B.B. continues to tour extensively, averaging over 250 concerts per year around the world. Classics such as "Payin' The Cost To Be The Boss," "The Thrill Is Gone," How Blue Can You Get," "Everyday I Have The Blues," and "Why I Sing The Blues" are concert (and fan) staples.