Atlanta

Atlanta is the capital of Georgia, with a population of around 425,000 people. Atlanta is a well-known business city, with world headquarters for companies such as Coca-Cola, Home Depot, Turner Broadcasting, Delta Air Lines, UPS and AT&T. Atlanta is known as the birthplace of the civil rights movement, starting with Dr. Martin Luther King.

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Are you looking for something to do in the Atlanta area? Here at ChaCha, we have you covered! Check out these hot upcoming events.
Now through December 21, head to Shula's 347 Grill to view festive flicks on an 18-foot projection wall. Each Wednesday night, you can sip on specialty treats from the Holiday Cocktail Bar, including a Frosted Espresso, Gingerbread Twist and Chocolate Wonderland. Elf will be shown on December 14 and It's a Wonderful Life will be on December 21.
The 5th Annual Tits for Toys for Tots Burlesque Show will be on Saturday, December 17 at The Five Spot, brought to you by Syrens of the South Productions. Opening the event is the Tease U Student Showcase at 8:00 pm, followed by the burlesque show at 9:00 pm. Admission is $20, or #10 with an unwrapped toy for the toy drive.
On December 14, head to Octane for a Belgian Bonanza Beer Tasting! From 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm, taste featured labels and breweries, including La Trappe, Deus, St. Feuillien and Omer. For more information, call 404-250-9998.
The St. Regis Atlanta is continuing its' tradition for the third year in a row of unveiling the Astor Holiday Ice Skating Rink, now through January 3. The cost is $30 per hour for adults and $18 for kids. Enjoy hot chocolate, fondue and s'mores with your friends and family in the outdoor fireplaces or skate around to your favorite holiday tunes!
The Downtown Countdown returns to the Hyatt Regency on New Year's Eve! This year, party with Ed Kowalczyk of Naughty by Nature, along with three bands, three DJs and four comedians plus open bars all night long! This party boats the largest and most extravagant midnight ball drop, so get your tickets today!

About Atlanta

Facts About Atlanta:

-Atlanta has over 65 streets with the word ''Peachtree.''

-Atlanta was originally created in 1830 as a railroad junction. Due to its strategic importance, it was razed by Union General William Sherman's army forces during the Civil War. This famous fire is depicted in the movie 'Gone With the Wind.'

-Atlanta's state Capitol building is layered with 43 ounces of pure gold that was mined from Dahlonega, GA.

-Atlanta is home to four professional sports teams: Braves (Baseball), Falcons (Football), Hawks (Basketball) and Thrashers (Hockey).

-Atlanta is one of only two cities in the world to be home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Martin Luther King Jr. and President Jimmy Carter.

-Runners from around the world descend on Atlanta each Fourth of July for the Peachtree Road Race. Approximately 60,000 runners participate each year, making it one of the largest 10K foot races in the world.

-Atlanta is the fifth city to be the capital of the state of Georgia. It was preceded by Savannah, Augusta, Louisville and Milledgeville.

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