UPCOMING EVENTS:

February:
Sunday, February 5th, 2012 from 3:30PM-10:00PM
Mingling in Atlanta Super Bowl XLVI Bash - Giants vs. Patriots
Holiday Inn Select - Perimeter/Dunwoody
4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Road
Atlanta, GA 30341
Join your mingling in Atlanta friends as we host an exclusive Super Bowl Party at the Holiday Inn Select - Perimeter. Not only are we having 2 big screens brought in for you but we will have an exclusive food menu specially priced for you. We will also have drink prices specifically for us available all day and evening. There will be plenty of free parking.

Check out this site for more information:  http://www.meetup.com/MinglingInAtlanta/events/47544272/

Note:  This event is SOLD OUT, but feel free to get on the waiting list.

March:
Monday, March 12, 2012 from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Networking Mixer / Happy Hour /Fundraiser for Parkinson's
Tavern 99
128 East Andrews
Atlanta, GA 30305

You are invited to participate in our RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS Networking Mixer! We are partnering with many other organizations, so bring plenty of business cards, a positive attitude, and be prepared to meet decision-makers, business-minded individuals, potential clients, employers, and business partners! We are planning a HUGE event and want to invite your group to join us! Part of the proceeds will be donated to Parkinson’s Research, and if anyone from your group wishes to have a Vendor Table at the event to promote his/her business, YOU may receive $$as a thank you if they mention your name when they sign the Agreement! Cost: $7 before 2/3/2012; or $12 before 2/24/2012; or $16 before 3/9/2012; or $20 cash only at the door. ($1 processing fee added to all online payments; fees are neither refundable nor transferable.) You will receive: Complimentary appetizers from 6pm-7pm in VIP roomFirst drink freeCash bar and drink specials, starting at $3 for beer, $5 for well drinks, and $3 for house winesFree parking Door prizes. Wear your professional name badge. Practice good networking skills (review networking tips on website on our RESOURCES TAB). Invite your clients, associates, colleagues, vendors, friends, and networking contacts--the more people in the room who know you, the more new contacts you can make (as they all introduce you to others).

Contact: Debbie Rodkin; debbie@refocusoncareers.com, 404.981.4BIZ (4249)

January:
I just wanted to say, "Thank You" to everyone who came out, it was a Great Event and a lot of Fun!
Monday, January 30th, 2012 from 5:30PM-8:00PM
Rome Braves Hot Stove Gathering
The Forum
2 Government Plaza
Rome, GA 30162
The Rome Braves annual Hot Stove Gathering is scheduled for Monday January 30th from 5:30 until 8pm at the Forum and leading the roster of guests is Atlanta Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez. Gonzalez is entering his second season as the Atlanta manager. He previously served as the third base coach under future hall of famer Bobby Cox in addition to managing the Florida Marlins. Proceeds from the event benefit the Braves Miracle Field of Rome which broke ground last August.

"We are excited to welcome Fredi to our tenth annual Hot Stove event," said Rome General Manager Michael Dunn. "This year marks our 10th season in Rome and we are proud to have such a wonderful line up of special guests.

Along with Gonzalez highlighting the Hot Stove event will be Danville Braves manager Jonathan Schuerholz, Atlanta Braves third base coach Brian Snitker, Atlanta Braves Player Development Staff, and the 2012 Rome field staff including manager Randy Ingle. More special guests will be announced in the coming days.

Ticketing options includes a special $50 ticket that will be limited to the first 50 fans. This tickets includes a 30 minutes cocktail reception meet and greet with the evening's special guests and gift bag.

General admission tickets are $30 each for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. All tickets include heavy hor d'oeuvres and the opportunity for autographs. A special question and answer session will begin at 7pm and door prizes will be given out throughout the evening.

Once again this year the Rome Braves will hold a silent auction from 5:30pm-7:00pm. Items have been donated from Major and Minor League teams across the country.

The Miracle Field is a specialized material made of latex free rubber that provides a safe surface for anyone to be able to play baseball. The complex will be complete with dugouts, restrooms, and a refreshment stand. The project is a partnership between the Atlanta Braves Foundation and the Miracle League Association, a nationally recognized association that provides opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to play Miracle League baseball, regardless of their abilities. Play will begin in spring of 2012.

Tickets for this event are available at the ticket office at State Mutual Stadium, at the Forum box office, or by phone at (706) 378-5144. Tickets are limited.  Angel Auctions will be bringing a lot of new and exciting auction items, so come on out and bid for a great cause!

(Please note that the majority of our events are private, but we do have a lot of events being planned that will include public access to athletes and celebrities.  Please continue to check back once dates are figured out.)