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More is more, especially when it comes to events and promotions. The Food Bank is grateful to be the beneficiary of a number of events around town.
Doctors Against Hunger
Annual Golf Against Hunger
May 19, 2008
Cobblestone Golf Course – Acworth
This benefit for the Food Bank has proven to be an excellent opportunity to get some sunshine and take a swing against hunger! A scramble format, this tournament includes a Hole in One, Longest Drive, and Closest to Pin contests with awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Contact Dr. Sal Minicozzi at 404.531.9525 for more information, or
click here for a information sheet including a registration form
(PDF format, requires the Acrobat reader from Adobe).
Sheraton Downtown
August 22, 2008
Come and kick up your heels at this annual black-tie affair hosted by the Atlanta Apartment Association (AAA). The event signals the official start of the AAA's annual Food-A-Thon and includes dancing, a silent auction, live entertainment and food. All proceeds benefit the Food Bank. To purchase tickets and learn more about the ball, visit http://www.cancanball.org.
FalCAN Food Drive
November 4, 2008
ATTENTION ALL FALCONS FANS! Don't forget to bring your canned food and cash donations to the game to help the Falcons sack hunger!
Bird 4 a Bird
TBD 2008
Bring a turkey to donate to the Food Bank and receive an autograph from a Falcon player. Best Bank will match the total number of turkeys donated.
Nourishment VIII
Opera Atlanta (Formerly Club Eleven50)
November 2008
7-10 pm
Admission: $20 or 5 cans of food
To learn more about Nourishment, click here to visit Bond Girls Productions.
Nourishment returns each year for another fabulous feast for the Mind, Body and Soul. Join us for one of Atlanta's largest pre-holiday cocktail parties for a fun-filled evening including music, a complementary cocktail, giveaways, silent auction, and an art exhibition! Hosted by Dorothea Bozicolona-Volpe and Bond Girl Productions.
Weren't able to attend Nourishment VII but still want to contribute to the cause?
Click here to make a donation to the Nourishment VII promotion.
From the creators of Writers In Concert comes:
WordFeast: Food for the Body and Soul
Horizon Theatre
TBD 2008
It's back! After a brief hiatus, this annual evening of words, works and performances by prominent authors and actors formerly known as Writers In Concert returns better than ever as WordFeast. The evening features the talent of author and storyteller Rob Cleveland, novelist and filmmaker Tina McElroy Ansa, storyteller and internationally know children's book author Carmen Deedy, playwright, novelist and Senior Writer in Residence in the Creative Writing Program at Emory University Jim Grimsley, poet Robert Earl Price, widely produced and popular Atlanta playwright Janece Shaffer, actor, director, former Acting Teacher for the Alliance Theatre Professional Intern Company and Resident Artist for Theater Emory Brenda Bynum; actor and Executive Artistic Director of Atlanta's Theatrical Outfit Tom Key; actor, playwright and host of The Morning Show on AM 1690 The Voice of the Arts in Atlanta Larry Larson, educator, writer, actor, director Carol Mitchell-Leon, Atlanta-born artist, activist and saxophonist Eugene H. Russell IV; and more! A reception, meet and greet, and book signing, sponsored by Caribou Coffee and Charis Books and More, concludes the evening. Free parking is available. All proceeds benefit the Food Bank.
Art and Goodwill Joins Forces at 'Canstruction'Underground Atlanta
TBD 2008
Canstruction is a distinctive event that features canned goods constructed into extraordinary, larger-than-life, colorful sculptures, in an effort to benefit the national fight against hunger while showcasing the talents of area architects and engineers. Using nothing but cans, tape, cardboard, rubber bands and wire, the teams build giant sculptures of everything from castles to cartoon characters. Following this ten day event, all of the food is donated to the Atlanta Community Food Bank for distribution throughout the community. This event is part of the nationwide canstruction competition, and local winners (as decided by a panel of judges) will move on to compete against winners from other cities. The event is being organized by AIA Atlanta, Atlanta SDA and is presented by The Kroger Co and Coca-Cola. Stop by and see these fantastic works of abstract art! Free admission for all.
The 4th Annual Lend Me An Ear!
"Old Time Radio: Southern and Western Style"
TBD 2008
It's time again for a fabulous evening of radio recreations presented by the Atlanta AFTRA/SAG/AEA Radio Players. Come join in the laughter, drama, and suspense as we celebrate America's Golden Age of Radio with some of Atlanta's finest actors and voice talent. This year's theme is "Old Time Radio: Southern and Western Style". The evening will include the perennial favorite Gunsmoke, as well as the early homespun comedy of Lum 'n Abner at the Jot-'em-Down Store. In The Phil Harris/Alice Faye Show, "Phil Becomes an Honorary Confederate Colonel." Superman will be pitted against "The Clan of the Fiery Cross," and the mystery program The Whistler offers the tale of "The Rawhide Coffin." The cast includes live sound effects and more than 25 members of the Entertainment Unions. The doors open at 6:15 pm and delicious English fare and beverages will be available for purchase at that time. All proceeds benefit the Food Bank. Click here for directions and parking information.
The Gathering
TBD 2009
Celebrate community and contribution at The Gathering, GaMPI’s signature charity benefit for Atlanta’s Table. Network with your professional colleagues and friends at this showcase of the best in special events planning. Featuring an auction and raffle for incredible prize packages, all this fun is a steal plus it benefits the community...now that's hot! Order tickets in advance at www.gampi.org.
Taste of the Nation
TBD, 2009
Georgia Aquarium
Considered the premier epicurean event of the social season, Taste of the Nation is the best way to sample cuisine from the city's top chefs all under one roof. More tastings, samplings, great silent auction items and more unbelievable live auction items than you can imagine—click here to take a taste.
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