On the move for a good cause, maybe. Also, social guidance?

[saffronhare]

So, somebody has planted the idea in my head that I need to do the Breast Cancer 3-Day here in Kansas City come September. With the lunchtime walking I've been doing, I've already achieved the "training level" I need to start their 24-week ramp-up program. Research indicates it's a very well executed event, and it's a cause that's near and dear to my heart. They require a pretty significant fundraising commitment -- they set the bar at $2,200 or more, which I respect -- and there seems to be a lot of support from the event organizers for creative and cooperative fundraising over the next several months. Hell, considering my line of work, it'd be shameful if I couldn't do it. There's an orientation session this weekend, I think, so I'll let folks know if I'm going to take it on.

Also, I'll be traveling to Atlanta for a fundraising conference at the beginning of April. Does anybody here in LJ-land have recommendations for nifty places to seek out on evenings during which charm with clients and colleages will not be asked of me?

Comments

[featherynscale.livejournal.com]

Oh hell, yes. Where's the conference hotel? I assume you're flying -- are you renting a car, or relying on rides/public transit?

[saffronhare.livejournal.com]

We're flying in Friday night, and using cabs to get around, I believe. The conference itself is at the World Conference Center downtown, and the Marriott Marquis (where I'm staying) is within walking distance. We'll be cabbin' it.

[zylch.livejournal.com]

Dogwood festival was fun the time ocarina and I went -- not sure if that's the right weekend for you, though. Have poked the old roomie/Atlanta native to post you anything else she might think of.

[saffronhare.livejournal.com]

Yeah, that's the wrong weekend. Looks like a really excellent time, though. Thanks!

[matchgirl42.livejournal.com]

FWIW, I've been checking out undergound Atlanta (http://www.underground-atlanta.com/) for future Dragoncons. Several places there *seem* pretty nifty.

[saffronhare.livejournal.com]

That looks like a great reference -- thanks!
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Oh, dear. Looks like the Braves opening game is on April 3rd. Ack.