Please keep a look out for your membership renewals. Thanks so much for your valued membership in 2009, we look forward to a prosperous 2010.
Mark Your Calendar
AMTA General Membership Meeting Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010 9:30 a.m. networking and 10 a.m. meeting at the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell
This meeting will roll out the Annual Plan for AMTA for the next year
Please plan to attend the Feb 3rd General Membership meeting next Wednesday at the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell. We will meet in the beautiful, new Cowie Weiss Theatre. A continental Breakfast will be provided by Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism and will be served in the Plaza Conference Room in the building next door so arrive early for food and networking. Please finish all food and beverage before entering the Discovery Center.
Our appreciation to Lynn McIntyre, Director of Community Relations at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Should you have some time, you are encouraged to explore the new Interpretive Center for the Chattahoochee River Watershed! What is a watershed? There's nothing else like it! More than a museum or science center, the New Discovery Center is a portal of information to the Chattahoochee River Watershed. The new Discovery Center goes one step beyond interpreting the watershed, we immerse you in it. From the Forests to the wetlands to the river, visitors discover what makes the Chattahoochee River Watershed so unique. More importantly, the new center helps visitors find their way to more adventures and ultimately how to become a part of this amazing environment. Learn more at www.chattnaturecenter.org. Click here for directions.
TOURISM DAY AT THE CAPITAL
Click here for a wrap up on Tourism Day at occurred January 26, 2010.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Since several AMTA members are also members of Southeast Tourism Society, we can invited to attend the STS Professional Outreach Program (POP) class, complimentary. This program brings timely information right to your desktop with topics important to your organization’s success. You can enjoy these classes from the comfort of your own office by watching the presentation on your computer and listening over your own phone – without leaving your desk! These classes are complimentary.
The next class:
Title: Save Your Tourism Budget “Explaining the Economic Value of Tourism to Your Local Officials” Date: February 10, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM E.T. Speaker: Dr. Steve Morse, Professor and Economist, University of Tennessee
For more information and to register go to: http://larain.notlong.com
This class is sponsored by The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Adults & Kids are FREE at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Receive one free adult or child admission with the purchase of a full-priced adult admission. Must mention or enter discount code AKFGR101 at time of purchase. Not valid online, with other discounts, groups or special shows. Upgrade packages are additional. Some restrictions apply. Valid only at the Georgia location. Offer valid 1/1/10 - 2/28/10.
SPECIAL EVENTS
February 4, 2010 - February 6, 2010 2010 Southeastern Flower Show
http://www.sehort.org/flower_show/ticket_information/
Location: The Cobb Galleria Centre
The Southeastern Horticultural Society is a membership organization dedicated to promoting the knowledge, art and enjoyment of horticulture throughout the Southeastern United States. The Southeastern Flower Show is the crown jewel event of the Southeastern Horticultural Society
February 11 Valentine Wine & Chocolate Celebration presented by Mainstreet Art Co and Vino 100
6 to 9 p.m. Mainstreet Art Co, 3005 Old Alabama Road Suite 120 Alpharetta, GA
770-360-9797 Free Admission
Taste some exciting wines provided by Vino 100 and indulge yourself with tasty treats from the chocolate Fountain. While there brouse a beautiful gallery with a fun/funky atmosphere. mac@mainstreetartco.comhttp//www.mainstreetartco.com
Saturday February 13 Sweetheart Spectacular presented by Ivy Interiors and Monfort's Fine Art
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. 52 North Main St, 41 Church St Alpharetta, GA
770-837-3004 Free Admission
Join Ivy Interiors and Monfort's Fine Art in Historic Downtown Alpharetta for a complete day of fun, food and shopping. Doors open at 11 a.m. "Wine & Roses" elegant event begins at 4 p.m. Long stem roses for the ladies. info@monforts.net
Saturday, February 27, 2010 Family Reunion Workshop
The Cobb County CVB is offering a free family reunion workshop as a 101-style seminar. The workshop includes a "How to Plan a Family Reunion" presentation by the CVB's Family Reunion Service Specialists and a "meet and greet" with hospitality industry partners who specialize in family reunions 10am-1pm at the Atlanta Marriott NW, FREE, but must RSVP Call 678-303-2622 for more information.
