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National Doughnut Day – June 1, 2012 | Get a FREE Krispy Kreme!

May 29, 2012 by Thom Abbott

National Doughnut Day is Friday, June 1! Yippie! Head to the Krispy Kreme in Midtown Atlanta at 295 Ponce De Leon Avenue and get your Krispy on!

Celebrate a donut of a day by commemorating National Doughnut Day with a one-of-a-kind complimentary treat from Krispy Kreme®. On Friday, June 1 stop in to any Krispy Kreme US and Canada locations for a FREE doughnut of any variety. No purchase necessary.

National Doughnut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army to raise funds for people in need during the depression, and is observed every year on the first Friday in June.

On Friday, June 1, Krispy Kreme is helping its fans across the country pay homage on this delectable holiday by offering every guest one FREE doughnut of any variety at Krispy Kreme US locations.

Fans can also share the joy of National Doughnut Day with Krispy Kreme on Twitter @KrispyKreme #DoughnutDay.

The offer is good for one free doughnut of any variety per customer on Friday, June 1 only. Visit KrispyKreme.com for store locations.

Krispy Kreme is an international retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed(R) doughnut. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, N.C., the Company has offered the highest-quality doughnuts and great-tasting coffee since it was founded in 1937. Krispy Kreme is proud of its Fundraising program, which for decades has helped non-profit organizations raise millions of dollars in needed funds. Today, Krispy Kreme can be found in approximately 690 locations around the world and approximately 10,000 grocery, convenience and mass merchant stores in the U.S. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Visit us at www.KrispyKreme.com.

DDI Comes to I-285 and Ashford Dunwoody Road

May 19, 2012 by Thom Abbott

Yes….and your first question SHOULD be, “What the h-ll is a DDI? Well, you will soon find out as they construct a DDI at I-285 and Ashford-Dunwoody Road…a.k.a. The Perimeter.

A DDI is called a Diverging Diamond Interchange. The design shifts traffic flow to the opposite side of the road to help the flow of traffic. And if you’ve EVER been in the Perimeter Mall area, you know it could use all the help it can get!

A DDI is a cutting-edge, low cost design to help improve traffic. And we all know how much traffic in the ATL needs improving!

Let’s see how it works….

To learn more, visit the Perimeter Community Improvement District’s website

Americana in Atlanta — A trip to a Farm and We Never Left The City!

May 9, 2012 by Thom Abbott

This past weekend, I had the opportunity to see the private collection of John Maloney. John’s been collecting a variety of thing, including a beauty of a ride in a 1929 Model A! Did you know they sold for around $400 then? And that was one heck of a lot of money in 1929!

John has a love for machinery and especially tractors. The John Deere examples he has are simply amazing, and look like they must have the day the left the John Deere dealer!

Enjoy the show!

DeKalb Commissioners Host Animal Fundraiser

May 8, 2012 by Thom Abbott

DECATUR – Animal lovers throughout metro Atlanta can lend a helping hand to DeKalb County’s troubled animal control services on Sunday, May 20th when three commissioners host the “Help DeKalb Animals” bowling fundraiser at Stars and Strikes in Stone Mountain.
Commissioners Elaine Boyer, Stan Watson and Sharon Barnes-Sutton will host the fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m. Animal lovers can bowl and enjoy the company of animals available for adoption at Stars and Strikes at 1741 Mountain Industrial Boulevard in Stone Mountain.

Proceeds from the event will go to pay for spaying and neutering of animals in DeKalb.
The event is being co-hosted by LifeLine Animal Project, a multifaceted non-profit that works to save animals from euthanasia by promoting online adoptions, promoting low cost spay and neuter programs and offering low cost vaccinations. www.lifelineanimal.org
Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for children and include bowling, a game package and light refreshments.
DeKalb has a beleaguered animal services department. A special task force recently highlighted problems including a 67 percent euthanasia rate at the shelter; a dark and dirty animal services facility; and significant lack of adoptions.
“This fundraiser is a first step toward raising awareness of our animals’ needs in DeKalb,” said Boyer. “So many four-legged creatures who cannot speak for themselves need care and our fundraiser will help make sure we stop the cycle of overpopulation.”
Those who attend the Help DeKalb Animals fundraiser are encouraged bring donations of dog leashes, collars and laundry detergent.
To purchase tickets to the event, go to www.helpdekalbanimals.com or contact ecboyer@dekalbcountyga.gov

AAA — American Automobile Association

May 1, 2012 by Thom Abbott

I’m a member of the American Automobile Association or as well all know it Triple A (AAA)! It’s simply the best $84 I spend!

The piece of mind, knowing that if my car or truck breaks down, they will be there to tow me to the nearest mechanic, or if here in Atlanta, they tow me directly to MY mechanic! While I’m a happy customer of AAA, I’m not happy that they do not offer domestic partner benefits. I can’t add my partner, he has to pay for an entire membership on his own. Luckily, we are ususally together, so even if driving his car, we are covered.

The offer discounts on a variety of services….most I’ve never used. But when I do travel, I always search for a AAA hotel rate, and often times it’s the best deal to be had. Here’s some examples of discounts:

Atlanta Braves — Buy 1 Get 1 Free on Upper Box tickets
Denny’s Restaurant — Save 10% on Food and Nonalcoholic beverages (Does Denny’s SERVE alcohol?)
GAP Stores — Save 10% on all in-store purchase
Park ‘N Fly — Save 15% on off-airport parking
Mimis Cafe — Save 10% on food and nonalcoholic beverages

They also offer numerous other travel discounts based on the company, LOTS of discounts on Central Florida attractions, AND Insurance. They have also just opened 3 Car Car Centers here in the Atlanta area.

But by far, the towing service has been the feature I have always used. AAA. Money well spent!

May Calender of Events — Things To Do In and Around Atlanta!

April 29, 2012 by Thom Abbott

WOW! The May Calender of Events is packed to say the least! I’m a member of AAA (American Automobile Association) and each month they put out a magazine called Going Places. In it is a calendar of events of happenings in the Atlanta and surrounding areas. There is some pretty interesting things to do, and wanted to share them with you!

May Calendar of Events In And Around Atlanta

May 4-5 Music Of Motown — Featuring Spectrum — Atlanta Symphony Hall at Woodruff Arts Center www.atlantasymphony.org

Recall the glory days of the Motown label, which is where the Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops and many others called home!

May 4-5 Southeast Georgia BBQ Cookoff Waycross www.GeorgiaFairsandFestivals.com

Southern BBQ is what it’s all about…and let’s throw in some arts, crafts and BBQ vendors to boot!

May 4-6 Barefoot in the Park Festival Town Green, Duluth www.barefootinthepark.org

Fine Food, wine tasting (ya think I’ll be there?) and a joyous Italian festival with performances

May 4-6 Spring Pottery Sale Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Atlanta www.callanwolde.org

Pottery, ranging from the one-of-a-kind to functional and decorative that were created by pottery instructors and assistants will be on sale!

May 5-6 Dawsonville Spring Fling Festival Dawson County Middle School and the Bowen Arts Center www.dawson.org

These are the fun kind…with everything from flowers, vegetables, spring garden products, food, rides and crafts!

May 6 Fiesta Atlanta Centennial Olympic Park – Downtown Atlanta www.fiestaatlanta.com

The Largest Cinco de Mayo celebration in the Southeast celebrates the 1862 Battle of Puebla victory over the French…

May 10-13 Atlanta Food and Wine Festival — Midtown Atlanta www.atlfoodandwinefestival.com

Well..it IS in Midtown ATL after all, so wanted to call it to your attention! Here you will get to sample Southern Dishes and drinks created by some of the best chefs and mixologists around!

May 12-13 Mother’s Day Arts and Crafts Show Brasstown Valley Resort, Young Harris, GA www.brasstownvalley.com

Well this one will get you a nice ride to the mountains, check out some mountain vistas and then the pottery, jewelry, fused glass and other items in this juried show! Maybe catch brunch at the resort, but I’d get those reservations NOW!

May 22- June 10 Jersey Boys Fox Theatre, Atlanta www.foxtheatre.org

This Broadway smash hit tells the story of four blue-collar kids that made pop music history. Selling over175 million records before they were 30, see the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.

May 26 Bavarianfest Festhall, Helen www.helenchamber.com

If it’s Bavarian, it will be at the Bavarianfest in Helen this weekend. From sauerkraut to pretzels! And probably one heck of alot of people!

There is just a slight, and I do mean slight, sampling of things to do in and around Atlanta in May! If you have any events YOU would like to have listed, please post them in the comments below, or email us and we’ll be happy to add them or do an entire feature on the event!

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May Calendar of Events In And Around Atlanta

May 10-13 Atlanta Food and Wine Festival — Midtown Atlanta www.atlfoodandwinefestival.com

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