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Britain to Alabama: Connecting Through Commerce and Culture
April 8 at 11:30 am - 1:00 pmAtlanta Global Studies Symposium: Sustaining and Advancing Global Studies in Times of Crisis
April 9 at 11:00 am - 7:30 pmOn Character: Choices that Define a Life with General Stanley McChrystal
April 13 at 12:00 pm - 1:45 pmConsular Conversations: Mexico
May 26 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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Francophonie Festival
Francophonie Atlanta, a 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation, is a multi-cultural collaboration between the French-speaking countries with consulates in Atlanta and francophone organizations. Its mission is to promote the French language by raising awareness of the richness and diversity of francophone cultures from around the world. Every year in March, Francophonie Atlanta organizes the Atlanta Francophonie […]
TEMPORARY EXHIBIT – NOW OPEN – “Silk Road Journey-One Belt One Road”
Take a stunning visual trip along the "Silk Road" with National Geographic Magazine photographer Michael Yamashita. The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum is hosting 37 photographs by Yamishita as he traces the paths of Marco Polo and Chinese explorer Zeng He.
What We Carried: Fragments & Memories from Iraq & Syria
GRAND OPENING: Saturday, March 25, 2017 @ 2:00 PM. The event will feature Portland-based photographer, Jim Lommasson, who will be premiere new images taken here in Atlanta. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC during normal business hours. Hours are Tuesdays: 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM; Wednesdays - Fridays: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM; Saturdays: 10:00 […] |
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Professor Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler of Geneva University Law School will deliver the Second Annual Hendrix Lecture of the Atlanta International Arbitration Society (AtlAS). Professor Kaufmann-Kohler is known worldwide for her expertise in international arbitration: she has acted in over 200 international arbitrations, mainly as an arbitrator. She appears on numerous institutional arbitration panels, including those of […] |
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Join the Center for International Strategy, Technology, and Policy as it hosts Dr. John Garver, Professor Emeritus, for an open discussion on currents events involving China. |
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In May, Atlanta will host the First Annual World Trade Day “Trade Talk: Real Conversations About the Future of Global Trade,” drawing representatives from various international organizations serving the Southeast region. Changes in leadership and country dynamics in key countries like the U.S, UK, China, Brazil, and even Cuba have raised questions about the future […]
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Please join to welcome, Dr. Yong GUO, Professor and Deputy Dean of the School of Public Policy and Management of Tsinghua University. He is also the Director of the Anti-Corruption and Governance Research Center of Tsinghua University, a Specially Invited Ombudsman of the Ministry of Supervision of the People’s Republic of China, and the Secretary […]
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Presentation by Klaus Zellmer CEO Porsche Cars North America to Atlanta Section of SAE International
Presentation by Klaus Zellmer CEO Porsche Cars North America to Atlanta Section of SAE International
SAE Atlanta has secured the CEO and President and Chief Executive of Porsche North America, Klaus Zellmer, to speak at our spring event. Due to an overwhelming turnout of students at our fall event, we have outgrown space to host such a high caliber speaker. This event will be held at GTRI Conference Center. Learn […] |
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The Emerging Global Issues Forum on Forced Migration, Immigration, and Security will explore the causes, consequences and policy responses to the rapid increases in forced migration and refugee movements around the world. The forum will bring together thought leaders and academics with a diverse range of practitioners and policymakers.We will explore the driving factors of […]
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The world's attention is becoming more focused on online content. The cleverest and most dynamic advertising solutions are being created online, with budgets that range from meager amounts to millions, and when done effectively, can reach millions of users without paying a cent for advertising space. This workshop will be divided into understanding and identifying […]
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Join the Confucius Institute at Georgia State University and the World Affairs Council of Atlanta (WACA) for this insightful panel discussion featuring four of the 2016 China Fellows as they share their experiences of visiting the culture and businesses of Shanghai, Suzhou, and Beijing. Moderated by Kimberly Henshaw, Deputy Director of the Confucius Institute at […] |
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Selected Business & Economics Cases from South Africa Study Abroad Led by Dr. Mourad Dakhli, Faculty, Robinson College of Business & Dr. Glen Ross, Faculty, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies Graduate students will present business and economic cases produced for their 2016 study abroad program in South Africa, highlighting the rigorous and research-intensive academic work […] |
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Please join for the 3rd Emory University - Carter Center US-China Relations Speaker Series as we welcome special guest: Ambassador Zhong Jianhua Former Special Representative on African Affairs for the Chinese Government and Former Chinese Ambassador to South Africa
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Be a traveler, not a tourist! Are you preparing for an upcoming trip to France or a Francophone Country ? Do you need to know the basics to maneuver while abroad in a short amount of time? This functional, situationally relevant class is for you. The interactive workshop for beginners will give you the tools […]
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Eddie Palmieri—whose musical career began at age 11 and spans over 50 years, includes three-dozen recordings, and boasts nine Grammy Awards—is quite simply a salsa and Latin jazz legend. But despite his long and storied career, Palmieri remains a restless innovator who embraces his Latin roots while unapologetically and insistently moving the music forward and […] |
2 events,
What We Carried: Fragments & Memories from Iraq & Syria
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The consulates of Belgium, France, Germany, Canada and Greece invite you to a lecture by Dr. John H. Morrow, Jr. commemorating the entry of the United States in World War I. The lecture will be followed by a light European style reception. This event will take place on the 2nd of April from 3pm to 6pm […] |
4 events,
German Mittelstand – Southern SME Forum
GACC South is happy to announce that our fifth “German Mittelstand - Southern SME Forum” will be held on April 3, 2017, at The Chattanoogan Hotel in Chattanooga, TN. This business-specific event offers a platform to exchange ideas while building relationships with new business partners, and offers the opportunity to gain insights on innovative business practices, in order to successfully […]
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The FACC Southeast - Atlanta is happy to invite you to celebrate the 10 years of the iconic Joint Venture between Air France KLM and Delta Airlines. Join the FACC to hear Marnix Fruitema, SVP North America for Air France KLM, on the key milestones & success drivers that have made the Transatlantic Joint-Venture established between Air France KLM & Delta one of […]
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Christa Clarke, curator of the arts of global Africa at the Newark Museum, considers the complex issues surrounding the representation of contemporary African art in museums. Since the start of the 21st century, Newark, like many museums, has placed increasing emphasis on the modern and contemporary arts of Africa, expanding on an historic collection begun […] |
4 events,
French for global health professionals
The aim of this course is to introduce basic concepts in theories and practices in global health. It will allow students to discuss articles pertaining to the roles of foreign governments/entities and pharmaceutical companies in developing countries. Additionally, the class will include case studies of a few tropical diseases. This class is for students at […]
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Join Atlanta Sister Cities for a luncheon featuring former U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria and the Republic of Congo Dr. Robin Renee Sanders to discuss how small and medium-sized enterprises have helped drive economic development and the growth of Africa’s middle class. Ambassador (Dr.) Robin Renee Sanders served as one of the U.S. […]
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Join the Atlanta Sister Cities Commission for a luncheon featuring former U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria and the Republic of Congo Dr. Robin Renee Sanders to discuss how small and medium-sized enterprises have helped drive economic development and the growth of Africa’s middle class. Tuesday, April 4, 2017 11:45 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Invest Atlanta 133 Peachtree Street […] |
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Join the Goethe-Zentrum as theyw welcome Nuremberg journalist, Steffen Radlmaier for a lecture entitled “The Media and the Nuremberg Trials, Nuremberg 1945/46.” The Nuremberg Trials began in the autumn of 1945. Their historical relevance is unquestioned. For the first time ever, the political and military leaders responsible for a war were charged and convicted in […]
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Who is “Gülen” -- Save the date!!! Wednesday, April 5th 2017, 7:00 PM at Georgia Tech Student Center, Atlanta. Documentary Screening and Conference: Roots of July 15 Coup attempt in Turkey? “The Gülen” documentary, with the participation of Director Serkan KOÇ. This program is FREE and open to public.
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Jonathan Sandys, a great-grandson of Sir Winston Churchill, is an international public speaker on Churchill's life, legacy, and leadership skills. He will be interviewed by Glen Jackson, Lovett Class of 1981, about the role Churchill's spiritual beliefs played in his leadership on the world stage, especially during World War II, and what he believed about […]
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Countries from the United Kingdom, to Colombia, to the United States are facing contradicting political narratives with one component in common: populism. Populism has variants: left- and right-wing, from Bernie Sanders to Trump, from Syriza (leftist party in Greece) to the National Party in France. David Rennie, the Washington bureau chief of The Economist magazine, […]
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Dr. Tom Chapin, Vice President of Corporate Research at Underwriters Laboratories may be a singularly unique guest of ACIR because of the impact his decisions have on the success or failure of many standing or start-up businesses in the United States and abroad. Tom also serves as a consultant at the highest levels of our […]
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Join the Japan-America Society of Georgia and the Georgia Tech East Asia Program for a talk on Donald Trump’s early presidency and how U.S.-Japan relations have shifted since his election. Georgia Tech’s Dr. Brian Woodall will moderate speakers, Joseph Young from the U.S. Department of State, and Masae Okura from Fisher Broyles, covering foreign policy […] |
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Danced exclusively by men, malambo dates to the 17th century when it emerged on the Argentine Pampas as a competitive duel among gauchos (or cowboys) to prove prowess, strength, and vigor. Today, Argentina’s Che Malambo re-imagines the style as an exhilarating, entertaining performance. Their precise footwork (or zapeto) mimicking the galloping of horses, the intense […] |
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2 events,
What We Carried: Fragments & Memories from Iraq & Syria
French for global health professionals
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Networking is universal. International Business Exchange (IBE) is your perfect opportunity to network with business professionals and exchange qualified leads. This breakfast event concentrates on business conducted locally, domestically, and internationally. Here you will learn about global current events and new ways to break into the growing international market right from your own city. This event […]
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Please join the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Center for International Strategy, Technology, and Policy, and the Center for International Business, Education, and Research as they host the former Indian Ambassador to the United States, Arun Kumar Singh, who will discuss US-India relations in the current political climate, the future of the Indian economy, […] |
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On April 13th 2017, the Japan America Society of Georgia and the French American Chamber of Commerce - Atlanta will mix our beautiful cultures during a “Sake & Wine Mixer”. Guests will enjoy sake, wine, Japanese beer, French food and Japanese fusion. French Consul General Louis de Corail will be present. Already sponsored by Tula […]
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Come for great networking and an inspiring view of Atlanta from the 5 Seasons Brewing Company's Westside Skybar and Patio with these three vibrant groups. Admission includes hors d'oeuvres from the Five Seasons' menu. The full selection of Five Seasons' beers will be available for purchase, and there is plenty of free on-site parking. Georgia's logistics […] |
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The Asian Studies Program at Kennesaw State University (KSU) presents the next Symposium on ASIA-USA Partnership Opportunities (SAUPO), to be held on Friday April 14, 2017 at the Loews Atlanta Hotel. As the largest Asia business conference in the U.S., SAUPO provides opportunities for information exchange, network building, global visibility and investment to/from Asia. About […] |
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2 events,
What We Carried: Fragments & Memories from Iraq & Syria
French for global health professionals
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3 events,
International Seminars
Class room style training designed to provide you with intensive knowledge of important international trade topics. Seminars offered this week: Tariff Classification, NAFTA, Import Documentation and Export Documentation. Register 30 days in advance and save $50! Early registration price is $545 per person. Late registration price is $595. Also, International Commercial Terms. Early registration price […] |
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Never before has the issue of immigration been thrust so forcefully onto the forefront of the national public policy agenda. The Trump Administration has already taken unprecedented steps to severely curtail certain categories of immigration, to ban nationals of numerous countries, deport huge numbers of immigrants, and to initiate an extensive review of employment based […] |
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MAC’s Global Impact Awards honor metro Atlanta companies that go above and beyond to achieve excellence in international commerce, innovation and entrepreneurship to build a sustainable global ecosystem in metro Atlanta. Award Categories: Foreign Investment Global Business Growth Global Partner Innovation |
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If two countries were vilified during last year's campaign season, they were China and Mexico. While both have wooed many American factories since the early 1990s, they're also two of the state's top three export destinations, buying more than $6 billion in Georgia-made goods in 2016. And with a $500 million tire plant in the works, China is […]
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The speaker, Georgia Tech's Dr. Margaret, Kosal is nationally recognized for her work in the areas of reducing and responding to the threat of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and understanding the role of emerging technologies for national and international security. The emphasis of her talk will be on nanotechnology.
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Join LAMP for a lecture by Dr. Abbas Barzegar, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies and Co-Director of the Civic Approaches to Conflict Resolution initiative at Georgia State University. Prolonged conflict in the Middle East stemming from political instability and the rise of extremist violence has positioned Muslim aid and development organizations at the nexus of a […] |
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Huff Harrington Fine Art presents “Works on Paper”, a show featuring new paintings on paper from gallery artists. The exhibit is free of charge and opens to the public on Friday, April 21st from 6-8 p.m. with wine and nibbles and runs through Saturday, May 6th, 2017. The theme of the exhibit focuses on media […] |
3 events,
Atlanta Arab Festival
The annual Atlanta Arab Festival in Atlanta, Georgia, is a celebration of the traditions and heritage of Arab Americans in the South. The two-day weekend event features authentic Arabic cuisine, live music and dance performances, art exhibits, henna tattooing, calligraphy, crafts and carnival games. |
4 events,
What We Carried: Fragments & Memories from Iraq & Syria
French for global health professionals
Atlanta Arab Festival
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Siver Bait and the FACC Tennessee Branch have the pleasure to invite you to visit Silver Bait plant (fishing worm farm) in Coalmont (TN) on April 23th at 10:30AM CT (11:30AM ET). Silver Bait, a French owned company, is the largest worm farm in the United-States with about 55% of the market share in this […] |
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Georgia State University International Center Global Presentation Series Mental Health Status and Needs Assessment for Mental Health Care Services of the Adult Syrian Refugee Population Resettled in Metropolitan Atlanta: A Cross-sectional Survey Presented by Skander M’Zah, MD 2017 MPH Candidate, Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University 2015 Fulbright Scholar Dr. Skander M‘Zah, a […]
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The Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia – SACC-Georgia – invites companies, Chambers of Commerce’s, and friends to join our Annual Golf Tournament at Laurel Springs Golf Club – premiere private golf course – on Monday, April 24. Each 4-person team will represent its company in an 18-hole round of golf, 9 holes of scramble […]
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1st India Israel US Forum 25 Years of India Israel Relations IIUF is being presented by the Asian-America Heritage Foundation (AAHF) and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Atlanta, in cooperation with the Atlanta Consulates General of India and Israel. The program is being hosted by the law firm of Arnall Golden Gregory LLP (AGG) and is designed specifically […] |
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Emerging Tech Leadership Summit
The Emerging Tech Leadership Summit will bring together technology companies, institutions of higher learning and technology think tanks to provide resources and information to young techs. The technology summit is designed to share effective strategies to recruit, retain and develop Latino talent in an effort to build a pipeline, which includes Latino talent. Attendees will be […]
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In the eighth event in Global Atlanta’s Consular Conversations Series on April 25, 2017, the editorial team will be interviewing Israel’s Consul General in Atlanta, Ambassador Judith Varnai Shorer. Topics of discussion will likely include: Ambassador Shorer’s diplomatic career Israel-U.S. relations under the new administration How Israel views upheaval in the Middle East Israeli investment in Georgia Fintech, […] |
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Czech Honorary Consulate invites you to the Czech That Film Festival in Atlanta. Three great new Czech movies with English subtitles will be shown at Goethe Center at Colony Square. The Devil’s Mistress performed on April 26 is about a serious affaire of Joseph Goebbles, Nazi Minister of Propaganda with a Czech movie star Lida […] |
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U.S. and Mexico relations are clearly strained. Blame it on the controversial wall Trump wants to build and his criticism of NAFTA, but there is a lot more at stake for these neighbors’ in their agendas for economic growth: energy. The council is excited to present “U.S.-Mexico Energy Trade,” a breakfast discussion on the challenges […]
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The Japan-America Society of Georgia presents an Executive Roundtable Breakfast Series exclusively for executives, managers, and business leaders from Japanese/American companies to better manage challenges and difficulties and find effective solutions and innovative ways to improve business operations within their specific industries. This Executive Roundtable will be a dynamic mix of presentation and discussions, giving […] |
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Learn from Tomorrow to Create a Better Today! Join WTC Atlanta and ATD as we continue our dialogue in this Global Talent Series Breakfast. Paul Terlemezian will lead the conversation regarding the future of workplace learning as he describes the thinking models designed to help us "Learn from Tomorrow" and then use that knowledge to create a […] |
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The International Consular Ball (ICB) is Atlanta’s longest-running international black-tie tradition and premier diplomatic event honoring the Consular Corps in Georgia. It’s a key gathering place of Georgia’s government, economic, commercial, scientific and cultural leaders, connecting the city, state, and region’s growing diplomatic community with business and civic leaders for an evening of fine dining, […] |
4 events,
What We Carried: Fragments & Memories from Iraq & Syria
French for global health professionals
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It is hard to believe that almost one year ago we suddenly lost Atlanta’s beloved friend and iconic community leader, Dr. L.S. Narasimhan (Narsi), CEO, Paalam, Inc.. He passed away in his apartment on Friday, April 29th night due to a massive cardiac arrest. On behalf of Dr. Narsi’s family and friends, we are having […] 
The Atlanta Jazz Festival will celebrate this year’s International Jazz Day with a concert at Chastain Park Amphitheatre on Sunday, April 30, 2017 at 7 p.m., featuring three performances from artists representing South America, Japan and South Africa. The concert, which is part of the 40 Days of Jazz, will include performances by The Jazz […] |
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Good mentoring depends on having a collaborative, mutually rewarding learning relationship with your mentor/mentee. Whether you are just starting your career, seeking personal growth or professional development, or transitioning to new responsibilities, it is important to understand what it takes to be an effective mentoring partner and how to successfully engage in the relationship. The guest […] |
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Come and engage in the 1st Annual World Trade Day! The theme is "Trade Talk: Real Conversations About the Future of Global Trade". Let’s face it. This is a historic day for extraordinary times. Uncertainty about international trade and investment has taken center stage. Changes in leadership and country dynamics in key countries like the U.S, […]
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Welcome to the generation of global. Are you ready for a global career? Be your global best by earning a Master’s degree in International Business from the Robinson College of Business at Georgia State University. Located in the heart of Atlanta, Robinson is solving problems that matter and bridging the gap between business education and the business world. […] |
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The WCC continues to promote business, cultural, and humanitarian initiatives for business development. -WCC will acknowledge contributors to safety and security in business, as well as humanitarian efforts to combat human trafficking. WCC Speakers and "Guests of Honor" Include: Honorable U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young WCC Honorary Chairman Honorable Ambassador Mark Lagon U.S. Ambassador-at-Large Former Director […] |
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Experience the Soothing Sounds of A Water Feature and the Beauty Within! The Atlanta Koi Club welcomes you to a one day, self-guided pond tour of uniquely beautiful ponds and gardens covering Lawrenceville to Atlanta. The tour will display the many varieties of koi...living jewels of the pond and the ecosystem they exist in. No […]
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Join the Goethe Zentrum as we celebrate Europe Day with a family day featuring all things European! Stop by throughout the afternoon for 20 minute sample language classes of not only German and French, but also Italian, Czechoslovakian, Dutch, Greek, Slovak and Swedish. We’ll also have a selection of fun games and puzzles along with […]
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The Oglethorpe Gala is the BABCGA’s Black Tie event and this year’s BritWeek capstone dinner, dance and party. Doors open at 6pm for an open-bar British unique fun experience with a Virgin Atlanta welcoming and Union Jack backdrop photo, Brit Week celebration, British Photo Booth and more. Her Majesty’s Consul General will present the prestigious […] |
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