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Laura's Atlanta Blog October 2009 Archive

By Laura Folio, About.com Guide to Atlanta

Atlanta Pride Festival 2009

Thursday October 29, 2009
This weekend, October 30 - November 1, 2009, is the annual Atlanta Pride Festival. The celebration of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender lifestyles takes place in Piedmont Park throughout the ... Read More

Halloween in Atlanta is Upon Us

Wednesday October 28, 2009
With just days until Halloween, have you made your plans yet? Atlanta has many spooky, spectacular options for Halloween parties in 2009. Busy with the kids on Saturday? Celebrate a day ... Read More

Clayton County Ending Bus Service

Monday October 26, 2009
Earlier this month, the Clayton County Commission voted to end C-tran, the county's bus service, this coming March. The bus service was run by MARTA and had about 2.1 million ... Read More

Virginia Highlands Chili Pepper Festival

Thursday October 22, 2009
Need a little spice in your life? Head down to the first annual Virginia Highlands Chili Pepper Festival this Saturday, October 24. Local restaurants The Original El Taco, DBA Barbecue ... Read More

Family Friendly Halloween in Sandy Springs

Wednesday October 21, 2009
This Friday, October 23, head to Sandy Springs for the annual Ghostly Gathering on Halloween event from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This Halloween event provides a safe, fun environment ... Read More

Explore the Westside Provisions District

Tuesday October 20, 2009
If you haven't been over the shop and dine in the Westside Provisions District in West Midtown, they are happy to offer you a bit of incentive. Nestled over near ... Read More

Weekend Getaway: North Georgia Mountains

Monday October 19, 2009
The time of year is perfect for a weekend getaway to North Georgia. Less than two hours outside the city are the popular mountain destinations of Helen, Elijay and the ... Read More

Annual Little Five Points Halloween Festival

Thursday October 15, 2009
It's never too early to start the Halloween celebrations, especially when the celebration is Little Five Points Annual Halloween Festival - an all-out Halloween extravaganza in one of Atlanta's coolest ... Read More

Gear Up for Atlanta Winter Sports

Wednesday October 14, 2009
Considering baseball season is just ending, many Atlanta fans may not have dusted off their Hawks and Thrashers gear and headed down to Philips Arena for some winter sports action, ... Read More

Celebrate National Pasta Month in Atlanta

Tuesday October 13, 2009
Did you know October is National Pasta Month? Celebrate by grabbing a big bowl at Figo (I'm a big fan of the mushroom ravioli) or make it a classy night ... Read More

Free Flood Resistant Workshops

Monday October 12, 2009
Atlanta is expected to get another few inches of rain today, keeping with the trend of a soggy start to fall. If your home has sustained any damage or you ... Read More

Party for the Puppies

Thursday October 8, 2009
This Saturday you have two opportunities to have a great time while helping out some furry friends. Join the Gwinnett Humane Society at Regency Fine Art on Saturday, October 10th for ... Read More

High Museum Offers $5 Student Tickets

Wednesday October 7, 2009
This month, college students can get some culture on the cheap. During October, the High Museum of Art is offering $5 tickets to college students. Admission includes "Leonardo da Vinci: ... Read More

Halloween 2009 in Atlanta

Tuesday October 6, 2009
It seems like everywhere I've been in the past few days, people are abuzz with talk of Halloween costumes, parties and plans. Have you made your Halloween plans for 2009 ... Read More

Apollo Theater Hosts Atlanta Auditions

Monday October 5, 2009
Think you've got the talent to take the stage at the Apollo? To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Theater and its signature show, the Apollo will audition ... Read More

Georgia Tax Free Weekend Returns

Thursday October 1, 2009
This weekend Georgia shoppers can save on water and energy efficient appliances during the Georgia tax holiday. The savings are in effect October 1 - 4, 2009. Products must cost ... Read More

Taste of Atlanta 2009 is Almost Here

Thursday October 1, 2009
Looking for an excuse to indulge? Sample bites from over 80 of Atlanta's best restaurants at Taste of Atlanta from October 10 - 11. Foodie fans will be excited to ... Read More

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