August
August 6, 2005
-- Book Release Party at the home of Barb McAdoo and Dave Kenny. A fun time
was had by all...Elephant was launched in style!
(to view pictures of the event,
click here)
August 13, 2005 -- Georgia LIterary Festival held
in Elberton, Georgia. The event is a "moveable feast" celebrating Georgia's rich and diverse literary heritage, and is sponsored by the Georgia Center for the Book in Decatur.
The sixth annual Georgia Literary Festival drew a large and enthusiastic crowd
in Elberton Saturday, August 13. In spite of blazing hot weather, more than 1,500 people turned out for events on the city's
historic Square and in the newly restored Elbert Theater.
Popular Georgia authors Terry
Kay, Jeff Fields and Dr. James C. Cobb were honored at the festival, and some 700 people attended their lectures. In addition,
a tribute was paid to the late Elberton writer Corra Harris, and several dozen visitors enjoyed a ramble to her home near
the city. A play based on her best-selling book, A Circuit Rider's Wife,
was presented twice during the festival to near-capacity audiences.
In addition, hundreds
of families took part in activities on the Square including children's costumed characters, storytellers and children's authors.
The festival generated thousands of dollars for community organizations including the Elbert County
Library.
The seventh annual
Georgia Literary Festival will be held November 3-4, 2006
in Macon. The city was chosen by the Advisory Council of the Georgia Center
for the Book from among several areas eager to host the event.
For more information,
contact the Georgia Center for the Book at 404-370-8450 ext 2225, or via E-mail.
September
September 10, 2005 -- The 11th annual Legacy Awards Gala, presented by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta,
held at the Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead, recognized dynamic community leaders who have made a significant contribution to both
their professions and our community while employing the powerful philosophy of mentoring. Their contributions have included
efforts to improve the lives of children, and their careers have set a gold standard for civic improvement.
The 2005 Gala raised more than $450,000 through sponsorships and the Silent Auction, and drew an audience of
about 400, representing over 70 prominent companies and organizations. The largest fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters,
the Legacy Awards Gala allows Big Brothers Big Sisters to bring the magic of mentoring into the lives of thousands of children.
Through the efforts of author friend, Mary Quat, and many others, the children of Metro Atlanta are truly the winners!
The
2006 Gala is already scheduled for Saturday, September 9.
For more
information about Big Brothers Big Sisters and how you can get involved, click here
October
October 27-28, 2005 -- Members of Coca Cola met for a retreat at the Tradewinds Resort in St. Pete, Florida...lots
of learning occurred! Stress Management, certainly a topic many folks need help with, was presented to the group,
by B. McAdoo, of course; each participant received a copy of Life Lessons from the Jungle: Naming the Elephant. Excellent
group, great participation!
November
November 29, 2005 -- 8th Annual Festival of Wreaths sponsored by the Friends of the Library, in Woodstock,
Georgia. Beautiful wreaths, music by Georgia Harp Ensemble & Towne Lake Singers, face painting and other children's activities, and,
of course a visit from SANTA were the recipe ingredients for a lot of family fun! (to view pictures of this event,
click here)
Local authors, Juanita Hughes,
But What Do I Know, and Barbara McAdoo, Life
Lessons from the Jungle: Naming the Elephant, were on hand to speak about their books.
A great time was had by all!
December
December 3, 2005 -- Book Signing and Reception held at the home of Mary Anne and Jim Costello, good friends of author, Barbara
McAdoo. Friends and colleagues came together to celebrate Barb's book...lots of talk, food, and merriment for all! (to view
pictures of this event..click here)
December 14, 2005 -- Lunch with the Author, Barb McAdoo, at Aldo's
Italian Restaurant of Sandy Springs, Georgia...wonderful food, great company, and a very lively discussion with
the members of Arby's Restaurant Group, Business Development. Lots of sharing...time, thoughts, and opinions! A wonderful
time was had by all! (Thanks to Jordan, the "initiator," and Jennifer, "coordinator extraordinaire!")
