Events

Author Tim O'Brien to visit UWG

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Saturday, September 10th, 2011, 8:35am

CARROLLTON, Ga. -- Award-winning author Tim O'Brien will visit the University of West Georgia later this month.

O'Brien's work includes The Things They Carried, a series of stories about the Vietnam War. His writing is considered among the best about war from a soldier's perspective and about combat in Vietnam in particular.

At 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 21, O'Brien will be at UWG's Coliseum, where he will read from The Things They Carried and sign copies of his books.

He will also discuss his work in Kathy Cashen Hall in UWG's Humanities Building from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. and again from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22. Space is limited, so anyone who plans to attend is encouraged to arrive early.

Both events are free and open to the public.

O'Brien has published eight books of stories, fiction and nonfiction.

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DOWNTOWN: Georgia commemorates Sept. 11 attacks

Submitted by The Associated Press on Saturday, September 10th, 4:40 am

ATLANTA (AP) - Gov. Nathan Deal held a moment of silence for victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, which took place 10 years ago this Sunday.

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Deal led a brief memorial ceremony at the state Capitol Friday, flanked by Georgia's Chief Justice Carol Hunstein and Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle.

Deal also paid tribute to members of the military that have served in the wars that have taken place since the attacks on New York and Washington.

Deal did not speak to reporters. Spokesman Brian Robinson said the state is taking increased security precautions due to the anniversary, but he said there has been no mention of Georgia as a potential target.

Flags will be flown at half staff at all Georgia government buildings through sunset on Sunday.

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WEEKEND EVENTS: Dralion, Summer Shade Festival and German Bierfest Atlanta

Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer

Friday, August 26th, 2011, 4:30pm

WEEKEND EVENTS: Dralion, Summer Shade Festival and German Bierfest Atlanta

ATLANTA – There are tons of fun events going on this weekend, in your area. We’ve listed a few of them for you to check out with your family and friends.

This weekend is the first week for Cirque du Soleil’s new show, Dralion, the show fuses together 3000-year-old Chinese acrobatic arts and the Cirque du Soleil approach. The show’s name is derived from dragons which symbolize the East and the lion which symbolizing the West. Dralion tickets are available at Ticketmaster and the show will be held at Philips Arena. Philips Arena is located at One Philips Drive in Atlanta.

Woodruff Park will play host to the German Bierfest Atlanta on Saturday. This is the eighth festival of its type and it will celebrate the greatness of German beer in a family environment. The festival will feature German food, activities, music and fun. The festival will be held from 2:00 p.m.

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Temple Middle begins Rachel's Challenge

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011, 2:34pm

TEMPLE, Ga. -- The students of Temple Middle School have accepted Rachel Joy Scott's challenge to improve their school and community through acts of kindness and compassion.

It is just the latest of many Georgia schools to join Rachel's Challenge, a nationwide movement named for the first victim of the Columbine High School massacre.

Temple Middle's theme is "Let's Start a Chain Reaction," according to principal Gail Parmer.

"We would like for this theme to transition into our community through demonstrating a caring and nurturing spirit," she said.

Rachel Scott was only 17 years old when she was shot to death on Apr. 20, 1999.

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Temple Middle begins Rachel's Challenge

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011, 2:34pm

TEMPLE, Ga. -- The students of Temple Middle School have accepted Rachel Joy Scott's challenge to improve their school and community through acts of kindness and compassion.

It is just the latest of many Georgia schools to join Rachel's Challenge, a nationwide movement named for the first victim of the Columbine High School massacre.

Temple Middle's theme is "Let's Start a Chain Reaction," according to principal Gail Parmer.

"We would like for this theme to transition into our community through demonstrating a caring and nurturing spirit," she said.

Rachel Scott was only 17 years old when she was shot to death on Apr. 20, 1999.

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Ga. senators to hold town hall meeting at UWG

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Monday, August 22nd, 2011, 11:26am

Ga. senators to hold town hall meeting at UWG

CARROLLTON, Ga. -- Georgia's U.S. senators, Saxby Chambliss and Johnny Isakson, will hold a town hall meeting with constituents at the University of West Georgia next week.

Chambliss, an attorney from Moultrie, won election to the Senate as a Republican in 2002. Before that, he had served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 1995.

Marietta businessman Isakson began serving in the Senate in 2004. Prior to that, he served 17 years in Georgia legislature and three terms in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The meeting will take place at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 29 at UWG's Townsend Center for the Performing Arts. It is free and open to the public.

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30 Free Things to Do This Summer

Submitted by Moms Like Me

Saturday, July 30th, 2011, 11:32am

ATLANTA -- The Atlanta Moms Like Me site has recently posted the top 30 places to visit this summer that will not hurt your pocket because they are totally free.

The list includes The Children's Museum, The High Musuem and even North GA Hiking. If you know of any must free activities you can add them to the list too.

Click here and see all of the free activities around Atlanta.

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