Hello Crew!


Wednesday, January 22, 2003

Thursday afternoon, "Get your game face on with Gitomer" at Philips Arena. Discover new selling secrets, networking tips, and tools for building relationships from Jeffrey Gitomer and then watch the Thrashers take on the Ottawa Senators.

Looking for love and the experience of a lifetime? Then on Friday start your evening out at Level 3 with at the casting call for NBC's new reality show “Around the World in 80 Dates” at Level 3. NBC is seeking singles in their 20’s and 30’s who wish to take part in a worldwide search for their special someone. Afterwards break out the business cards again and head to Halo for this month's edition of The Schmooze!

The ice skating rink at Centennial Olympic Park will be closing for the season this Sunday, so if you haven't been yet, make sure you get there before the ice melts! (Even if you have been, c'mon down and hit the ice again!)

And of course, the Super Bowl is THIS Sunday and there's PLENTY goin' on.

How bout a new twist -
Swimmin' pools, movie stars, and Pro Football players...the Sheraton Hotel's Super Bowl POOL PARTY! Nothin' like catching the game poolside in a swimsuit on TWO giant 7 x 10 ft rear projection screen TV'S. Not to mention multiple big screen TV’s, and over sized TV's scattered throughout the courtyard.

Not ready for bathing suit season yet?!? Well then head over to Agave. They are hosting their Third Annual Super Bowl party, complete with free appetizers and a cash bar.

For more information on any of these events or other things happening around Downtown, check out the full information section listed below. Have a GREAT week!!!

For happenings outside of the downtownATL area, "Atlanta Illustrated" is your ticket. Highlights this week include...The Third Annual Chocolate Party on Thursday.

Hope to see y’all real soon
downtownATL!

- The downtownATL Staff


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THU JAN 23 - Central Atlanta Progress Quarterly Meeting @ Hyatt Regency 7:30a

THU JAN 23 - Get Your Game Face On With Gitomer @ Philips Arena 3:30p
THU JAN 23 - Film: Goin' to Chicago: a Mississippi Story @ Central Library 7p
FRI JAN 24 - The Schmooze @ Halo 5:30p
FRI JAN 24 - Casting Call for NBC's “Around the World in 80 Dates” @ Level 3 6p
SAT JAN 25 - Les Percussions de Guinee @ The Rialto 8p
THRU SUN JAN 26 - Ice Skating @ Centennial Ol
ympic Park
SUN JAN 26 - Superbowl Party @ The Sheraton Atlanta 4p
SUN JAN 26 - Super Bowl Party @ Agave 5p
MON JAN 27 - The Pretenders @ The Tabernacle 8p
FRI JAN 31 - Paco Peña Flamenco Dance @ The Rialto 8p
SUN JAN 31 - MAR 16 - The Lion King @ The Atlanta Civic Center
SAT FEB 1 - Jimmy Buffett @ Philips Arena 8p
MON FEB 3 - American Marketing Association Marketing Boot Camp @ Sheraton Atlanta 8a
THU FEB 6 - SUN FEB 9 - NBA All-Star Game
WED FEB 12 - Southface's Fifth Annual Visionary Dinner @ Hyatt Regency 6p
THU FEB 13 - Bon Jovi @ Philips Arena 7:30p
THU FEB 13 - SAT FEB 15 - Valentine's dinner and package @ Nikolai's Roof & Hilton Atlanta
THU FEB 13 - SAT FEB 15 - Trader Vic's and Hilton Atlanta offering Valentine's dinner and hotel package
FRI FEB 14 - Roses for the ladies @ Dailey's & City Grill
FRI FEB 14 - Valentines in Provence @ Eno
FRI FEB 14 - Valentine's Day @ Agave
SAT FEB 15 - 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Ball 7pm
THU FEB 20 - Thursdays at The Biltmore 5p
SAT FEB 22 - Run for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta @ Centennial Olympic Park

SAT FEB 22 - Motor Sports Supercross @ Georgia World Congress Center 7p

TUE FEB 25 - The Don Eduardo Tequila Dinner @ Agave 7p
WED FEB 26 - Exclusive Barrelman Club Tasting and Wine Dinner @ Eno 6p
FEB 20-23; FEB 25 - MAR 2 - Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus @ Philips Arena


FULL INFO

THU JAN 23
Central Atlanta Progress Quarterly Meeting @ Hyatt Regency 7:30a
Want to know who, what, when and how Downtown is changing right before your eyes? Then join us for our 2003 quarterly Town Hall meeting that is designed to keep you on top of what's happening and up to speed on how it can affect you, your business and your neighborhood. The agendas touch all the bases across a broad range of subjects from public safety to public spaces, traffic to transportation alternatives, what's entertaining and where it's happening and plans for future growth. CAP/ADID want you to know about and join our efforts to make Downtown a place that we can all be proud of. To keep up in the time between meetings, just add your e-mail address to our web site at www.atlantadowntown.com. Please RSVP to swhite@centralatlantaprogress.org.

Hyatt Regency Atlanta
265 Peachtree Street, NE
Atlanta, GA 30303-1294
404-577-1234
http://www.atlantaregency.hyatt.com




THU JAN 23
Get Your Game Face On With Gitomer @ Philips Arena 3:30p

Start the new year right! Join Jeffrey Gitomer & The Atlanta Thrashers for a super sales rally & NHL hockey game! Discover new selling secrets, networking tips, and tools for building relationships from Jeffrey Gitomer, then watch our Atlanta Thrashers do some puck-smacking and hip-checking against the Ottawa Senators.
Sales Rally from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Thrashers game follows at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $99 per person - Includes seminar and lower level ticket to the game.
REGISTER ONLINE AT:
http://www.gitomer.com/atlanta, or call (704) 333-1112.
Sponsored by The Atlanta Thrashers, Atlanta Business Chronicle, and Kennesaw State University.


Philips Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000

http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1



THU JAN 23
Film: Goin' to Chicago: a Mississippi Story @ Central Library 7p
Goin' to Chicago chronicles one of the most momentous yet least heralded sagas of American history - the great migration of African-Americans from the rural South to the cities of the North and West. After World War II, four million black people created a dynamic urban culture outside the South, changing America forever.

Central Library
One Margaret Mitchell Square
(Forsyth & Peachtree - 1 block South of Macy's)
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 730-1700
http://www.af.public.lib.ga.us/central/index.html



FRI JAN 24
The Schmooze @ Halo 5:30p

Join The Schmooze for January's party as we all celebrate the New Year. Check out our web site at www.schmoozeatl.com for more details including directions.

Halo Lounge
(at The Biltmore)
817 W. Peachtree St. N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-962-7333

http://www.halolounge.com/




FRI JAN 24
Casting Call for NBC's “Around the World in 80 Dates” @ Level 3 6p

Looking for love and the experience of a lifetime? NBC is seeking singles in their 20’s and 30’s who wish to take part in a worldwide search for their special someone. If chosen, ”AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DATES“ will jet you around the globe in search of your one true love. Through a series of dates, you will get to know the person of your dreams while seeing new cultures and traveling on a private jet. In the end, one will surpass the journey of a lifetime. Become part of NBC’s newest reality sensation. Log on to http://NBC.COM and follow the ”Contestants“ link for more info.
CASTING 6-9PM [NO COVER]
PARTY TILL LATE
DRESS TO IMPRESS!
SELECTIONS WILL BE MADE THIS NIGHT ONLY!!!

Level 3 Night Club
218 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 223-6241




SAT JAN 25
Les Percussions de Guinee @ The Rialto 8p


The Rialto
80 Forsyth Street
(corner of Forsyth and Luckie Streets)
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-651-4727

http://www.rialtocenter.org/




THRU SUN JAN 26
Ice Skating @ Centennial Olympic Park

If you have not had the chance to go ice skating in Centennial Olympic Park,
you still have time. Rink hours have been extended - every Thursday through Sunday until Jan. 26 the rink will be open.
90 minutes of skating is $5
Skate rentals are $2
Rink Hours:
Thursday: 5 - 10 p
Friday: 5 - 11 p
Saturday: 10 a - 11 p
Sunday: 12 p - 10 p

Centennial Olympic Park
404.222.PARK (7275)
http://www.centennialpark.com/




SUN JAN 26
Superbowl Party @ The Sheraton Atlanta 4p

Yes, that's right...pool party!! It will be in and around the beautiful indoor garden courtyard pool. All ladies in swimsuits get in free! There will be TWO giant 7 x 10 ft rear projection screen TV'S poolside, multiple big screen TV’s, and over sized TV's scattered throughout the courtyard, so everyone will have a view. You can also sip a cocktail and watch the game in the slick martini bar, Fandangles, which overlooks the indoor garden courtyard pool!! Multiple cash bars will be available with GREAT drink specials. Also an all-you-can-eat buffet will be available for only $14.00. Doors open at 4pm.
All poolside rooms are blocked for a special rate of $69.00! Please RSVP to stiemkeproductions@yahoo.com to ensure entry. There will be a $10 cover at the door! Changing areas are available.

The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel
165 Courtland Street at International Blvd.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Phone: (404) 659-6500

http://www.sheratonatlantahotel.com/




SUN JAN 26
Super Bowl Party @ Agave 5p

Complimentary appetizers, Cash Bar, Big Screen Set Up!

Agavé
Historic Grant Park
242 boulevard SE
404.588.0006
http://www.agaverestaurant.com



MON JAN 27
The Pretenders @ The Tabernacle 8p

The Pretenders bridged the gap between punk/new wave and Top 40 pop more than any other band in the late '70s. The group recorded a series of hard, spiky singles that were also melodic and immediately accessible. "Loose Screw," the group's latest album was released in November.

The Tabernacle
152 Luckie Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-659-9022
http://www.atlantaconcerts.com/tabernacle.asp




FRI JAN 31
Paco Peña Flamenco Dance @ The Rialto 8p

Paco Peña, considered one of the world's greatest flamenco guitarists, brings his company to the Rialto in a program called "Flamenco in Concert." Highlighting the power and passion of southern Spain's song, dance and music, this program of "pure flamenco" features four guitarists, one singer, and two flamenco dancers.

The Rialto
80 Forsyth Street
(corner of Forsyth and Luckie Streets)
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-651-4727

http://www.rialtocenter.org/




SUN JAN 31 - MAR 16
The Lion King @ The Atlanta Civic Center

The Lion King tells the epic adventures of a young lion cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role as king.The performers utilize an array of masks and puppet techniques to portray the story's 13 principle characters and dozens of other animals. The audience is able to see the actor's face, as well as the mask or puppet.

Atlanta Civic Center
395 Piedmont Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-523-6275
http://www.atlantaciviccenter.com/




SAT FEB 1
Jimmy Buffett @ Philips Arena 8p


Philips Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000

http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1



MON FEB 3
American Marketing Association Marketing Boot Camp @ Sheraton Atlanta 8a

Don't Be A Marketing Bore. Today's businesses need their professionals to understand the basics of marketing now more than ever. Come to the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel for two days of interactive sessions on marketing that will help reinforce and focus your team's marketing skills. Co-sponsored by American Marketing Association and AMA Atlanta, Marketing Boot Camp is $395 for AMA Members, $590 for non-members (but that price includes a one year membership). Register early - class size is limited and registration is not confirmed until payment is received. For program & registration information visit http://www.marketingpower.com/bootcamp

The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel
165 Courtland Street at International Blvd.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Phone: (404) 659-6500

http://www.sheratonatlantahotel.com/




THU FEB 6 - SUN FEB 9
NBA All-Star Game


Philips Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000

http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1




WED FEB 12
Southface's Fifth Annual Visionary Dinner @ Hyatt Regency 6p

The 2003 Visionary Dinner fundraiser for Southface Energy Institute
combines an unforgettable feast with a powerful message. Fetzer Vineyards
Culinary Director John Ash travels to Atlanta from the California wine
country to coordinate a remarkable team of chefs for a sensuous, organic
meal...just in time for Valentine's Day! Fetzer President Paul Dolan will
speak about innovative, environmentally sustainable business strategies and
a keynote address by Earth Policy Institute's Lester Brown will address the
economic vitality of a region and water as an issue of public importance.
Other guest chefs include Mary Moore of Cook's Warehouse, Larry Ammons of
Bang and Mark Ching from the Hyatt Regency Atlanta. Sponsors include The
Coca-Cola Company, SunTrust and Worldspan. Atlantic Station and Jacoby
Development sponsor the Argon Award for Success in Sustainability, which
will be presented to Ted Turner for his history of environmental activism
and philanthropy.
Business attire. Tickets $125 - corporate tables including VIP reception
passes also available.
RSVP online at http://www.southface.org or call 404.872.3549.

Hyatt Regency Atlanta
265 Peachtree Street, NE
Atlanta, GA 30303-1294
404-577-1234 (ask for restaurant reservations)
http://www.atlantaregency.hyatt.com



THU FEB 13
Bon Jovi @ Philips Arena 7:30p


Philips Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000

http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1




THU FEB 13 - SAT FEB 15
Valentine's dinner and package @ Nikolai's Roof & Hilton Atlanta

Voted "Most Unforgettable Restaurant" in 2002 by Where Atlanta Magazine, Nikolai‚s Roof graces the 30th floor of Hilton Atlanta. The AAA Four Diamond restaurant‚s Valentine's dinner for two includes a six-course menu featuring French Continental cuisine with Russian influences created by Chef de Cuisine Johannes Klapdohr. Wine pairings by Sommelier Christophe Orlarei are also offered.
The special dinner is $80 per person. A pairing of four wines is an additional $30 per person. Taxes and gratuities are not included. Seatings for dinner are on the half-hour from 5:30-10 p.m. There is complimentary valet parking for dinner guests.
The Valentine's romance package features the six-course dinner for two at Nikolai's Roof with four wine pairings and overnight deluxe accommodations at Hilton Atlanta that includes a bottle of champagne in the room after dinner and breakfast in bed the next morning. The package is $400 per couple, plus tax and gratuity.
Nikolai's Roof 30th floor Hilton Atlanta 255 Courtland Street NE Atlanta, GA 30303 404-221-6362 (reservations)

Nikolai's Roof
(located on the 30th floor of Hilton Atlanta)
255 Courtland Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-221-6362
http://hiltonatlanta.citysearch.com/




THU FEB 13 - SAT FEB 15
Trader Vic's and Hilton Atlanta offering Valentine's dinner and hotel package

The four-course, Luau-style Valentine's dinner at Trader Vic's prepared by Executive Chef John Liu is $42 per person. For an additional $24 per person, the restaurant's famous Mai Tai and champagne will be served. Taxes and gratuities are not included. Parking for dinner guests is complimentary.
The hotel package includes the four-course, Luau-style dinner for two at Trader Vic's with Mai Tais and champagne, as well as over-night deluxe accommodations for two at Hilton Atlanta with a bottle of champagne in the room after dinner and breakfast in bed the following morning. The cost is $300 per couple, plus taxes and gratuities.
Seatings 5:30-10 pm

Trader Vic's
255 Courtland Street (inside the Hilton Atlanta)
Atlanta GA, 30303
(404) 221-6339

http://www.tradervics.com/restaur1.htm




FRI FEB 14
Roses for the ladies @ Dailey's & City Grill

Dailey's & City Grill in downtown Atlanta will give the ladies each a rose at dinner on Valentine's Day Friday, February 14.
City Grill will offer a romantic dinner for lovers featuring food to warm the body and the soul and a special Valentine-themed desert. Three-, four- and five-course prix-fixe dinners will be available for $45, $55 and $65 a person, excluding tax and gratuity.
At Dailey's Restaurant and Bar, 17 International Boulevard, sweethearts can dine and dance the night away to live music.
Dinner will be served at City Grill from 6 to 10 p.m. and at Dailey's from 5:30 to midnight.

Dailey's
17 International Boulevard
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
404-681-3303
http://greathospitalityrestaurants.com/Daileys/


The City Grill
50 Hurt Plaza
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(404)524-2489

http://greathospitalityrestaurants.com/citygrill/




FRI FEB 14
Valentines in Provence @ Eno

A Special Valentine's Day menu in addition to our regular menu, 3 & 5-course prixe fix menus. $36 and $62 per person, wines priced separately. Advance reservation suggested.

Eno
800 Peachtree St
Atlanta, GA 30308-1245
(404) 685-3191
http://www.eno-atlanta.com/




FRI FEB 14
Valentine's Day @ Agave
We have 3 seatings available for reservations: 5:30, 7:15, & 9:00pm
In addition to our normal menu, we will have some great specials on food & wine!


Agavé
Historic Grant Park
242 boulevard SE
404.588.0006
http://www.agaverestaurant.com


SAT FEB 15
2nd Annual Mardi Gras Ball 7pm

A black-tie gala held at the Fox Theatre in the Egyptian Ballroom, benefiting Mustard Seed Communities, which cares for children with severe disabilities in third world countries. The evening will consist of a delicious Cajun buffet, silent auction, live Cajun and Dixeland Jazz music, tableaux, parade, and masquerade dance. For tickets, call 770-518-5523 or purchase online at www.mustardseed.com by February 14, 2003.



THU FEB 20
Thursdays at The Biltmore 5p

Join us in the lobby of the historic Biltmore for our monthly cocktail hour as we unveil our new "Biltmoretini" - our own signature blend! Thursdays at The Biltmore, a cocktail hour at one of Atlanta's most historic venues, where todays' business professionals and socialites come together to share ideas and celebrate special occasions. Cash Bar. Signature Drinks. Light Hors D'Oeuvres (provided by Chef William Neal). Free Parking. Great Company. Bring Friends. Visit www.thursdaysatthebiltmore.com to RSVP.

The Biltmore
817 W. Peachtree St. N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-962-8700

http://www.dovemgt.com/biltmore.htm




SAT FEB 22
Run for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta @ Centennial Olympic Park

10K - 8 am
2K Family Run/Walk - 8:05 am
5K Run/Walk - 9:15 am
$18 - Early Registration Discounted rate - visit www.active.com or www.choa.org/run.

Centennial Olympic Park
404.222.PARK (7275)
http://www.centennialpark.com/




SAT FEB 22
Motor Sports Supercross @ Georgia World Congress Center 7p

Main Event Starts - 7:00 pm
Doors Open/Practice Qualifying - 12:30 pm
TICKET PRICES
Gold Level - $40 all seats
Treadheads - $10 all seats
(All seats $2 more on Day Of Show)



The Georgia World Congress Center
285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW
Atlanta, GA 30313-1591
(404) 223-4000

http://www.gwcc.com



TUE FEB 25
The Don Eduardo Tequila Dinner @ Agave 7p

a p p e r t i f - Don Eduardo Silver Traditional Margaritas
a p p e t i z e r - Crawfish, mushroom, onion, basil & mild cheddar stuffed jumbo poblano chile relleno over a New Mexico Red Chile with a corn,avocado tomato relish, lime & rosemary. Don Eduardo Anejo Top Shelf Margarita served
E n t r e e - Shrimp, crab & crawfish green chile cake topped with jumbo fresh seared garlic & cilantro sea scallops over a tequila citrus cream with steamed red chile little neck clams. Don Eduardo Anejo Margatini served in a keepsake glass
D e s s e r t - Homemade Don Eduardo Silver Tequila Ice Sorbet with lime drizzle, ripe blackberries & mint.
Complimentary Don Eduardo shots available after dinner along with items raffled off!
$60.00 per person plus tax & gratuity.

Agavé
Historic Grant Park
242 boulevard SE
404.588.0006
http://www.agaverestaurant.com



WED FEB 26
Exclusive Barrelman Club Tasting and Wine Dinner @ Eno 6p

Fine Wines From The Great Crus of Italy, with the famed Marc De Gracia and Antonio Morescalchi, of Altos de Medrano. Tasting in the Cellar; dinner at 7pm in Eno's Wine Room. Join members for a spectacular evening of food and wine. Tasting only - $25; Tasting and dinner - $75 (includes 3 course dinner and 4 wines along with commentary from our special guests). Club discount for dinner applies. Limited space available.

Eno
800 Peachtree St
Atlanta, GA 30308-1245
(404) 685-3191
http://www.eno-atlanta.com/




FEB 20-23; FEB 25 - MAR 2
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus @ Philips Arena

Philips Arena
One CNN Center
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 878-3000

http://www.philipsarena.com/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/ATL/1/
http://www.ticketmaster.com/cgi/venues.idc?vaxname=atl&venuenum=1




 
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