Thursday, February 25, 2010

Children's Workshop @ Home Depot

The first Saturday of every month between 9 and noon Home Depot offers a workshop for children ages 5-12.  They provide a kit and tools for the kids to make a project.  The kids then get to take their completed project home with them.  It is a lot of fun and completely free.  For more information click here.

March's project is a rain gauge.

Sale at Moms & Tots Consignment Store

www.auburnmomsandtots.com

Children's Clothes & Shoes
$1 each

Maternity Clothes
$5 each

Boutique Clothes
$10 each

1 DAY ONLY
Saturday, February 27th
10am - 2pm

Great selection of Fall/Winter Clothes still available!

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Gnu's Room Events

Here's the line-up for what's going on at the Gnu's Room this week.  For any who aren't familiar with it, the Gnu's Room is our local used bookstore/coffeeshop.  They do a good job of keeping active with the Auburn Community and bringing in a lot of local talent, be it authors, lecturers, massage therapists, or singers.  Be sure to check them out.

Wednesday, February 24th, 5:30 p.m. - Coffee Cupping

Thanks to everyone who came by on Saturday, February 20th to help
celebrate the opening of Mama Mocha's Coffee Roastery at The Gnu's
Room. The day was a lot of fun and a great start for Sarah Barnett's
brand new business. Mama Mocha's will be hosting at least one coffee
cupping each week. Learn more about where your coffee comes from and
develop a more educated palette! The next cupping will take place on
Wednesday, February 24th at 5:30 p.m. Space is very limited so be sure
to sign up for a slot.


Thursday, February 25th, 7:00 p.m. - Short Film Screening

Kerry Weldon curates the latest installment of the Gnu's Room's short
film series. A short by local filmmaker Hollie Lavenstein will be the
featured work along with several animated shorts. The program will
last approximately one hour and there is no charge for this event.


Friday, February 26th, 5:30 p.m. - The Write Time at the Gnu's Room

If you enjoy writing fiction, non-fiction or poetry and would be
interested in meeting others over coffee or tea to talk about the
writing life, to share ideas and tips about getting started, learn how
to cope with writers block, how to edit your work or get published,
then The Write Time might be just the place for you! All are welcome
no matter at what stage of writing they may be, including those who
have always wanted to write but don't know how to begin.  Come have
some fun with others who share your passion. The Write Time is hosted
by Helen Silverstein, editor of The Southern Women’s Review.



Friday, February 26th, 6:30 p.m. - The Source of Happiness: The
Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness presented by Gen Mondrub

Gen Kelsang Mondrub is a Buddhist monk and resident teacher at Kadampa
Meditation Center in Georgia. His talk will focus on an ancient
Buddhist poem designed for busy, modern lives as found in the book,
"Eight Steps to Happiness" by Kadampa Meditation Master and renowned
author Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. The poem speaks to learning to become a
peaceful person and connecting more deeply with others. Copies of the
book will be available for purchase at the Gnu's Room on the day of
the talk.


Saturday, February 27th, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Chair Massage

Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at the Gnu's Room with a cup of your
favorite coffee or tea and let Conar Rochford remove any remaining
stress with his healing hands. A fifteen-minute session is only
$10.00. Gift certificates are available.



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The Gnu's Room Bookstore & Coffee House
414 S Gay St
Auburn, AL 36830
334.821.5550
www.thegnusroom.com
Coffee-Books-Community

Friday, February 19, 2010

Sale at Moms & Tots Consignment Store

There is a sale going on now at the Moms & Tots consignment store in Opelika.  50% off of Winter Jackets, Fall Clothes, VHS & DVDs.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Free Admission to Froglegs!

The minister over at Mosaic Family Church asked me to help let the community know that they are hosting a free morning at Froglegs from 9am - 11am on Saturday March 6th, 2010.   So come on out and enjoy some bouncing!

Don't Forget to Enjoy Callaway Gardens While it's Free!

Don't forget Callaway Gardens is offering free admission until the end of February which is fast approaching.
Previous Post with more details.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Gnu's Room Events

Latest Events from the Gnu's Room, our own local bookstore and coffeeshop:


Thursday, February 18th, 5:30 p.m. - The Write Time

If you enjoy writing fiction, non-fiction or poetry and would be
interested in meeting others over coffee or tea to talk about the
writing life, to share ideas and tips about getting started, learn how
to cope with writers block, how to edit your work or get published,
then The Write Time might be just the place for you! All are welcome
no matter at what stage of writing they may be, including those who
have always wanted to write but don't know how to begin.  Come have
some fun with others who share your passion. The Write Time is hosted
by Helen Silverstein, editor of The Southern Women’s Review.


Friday, February 19th, 5:00 p.m. - Book Discussion: White Noise by Don DeLillo

(This event was rescheduled due to inclement weather last week)
Marc Silverstein, Hollifield Professor of English Literature at Auburn
University, will lead a discussion of the book "White Noise" by Don
DeLillo. Silverstein specializes in modern and contemporary drama,
feminist theory, postmodernism and literary theory. "White Noise" is
the eighth novel by Don DeLillo, and is an example of postmodern
literature. Widely considered his "breakout" work, the book won the
National Book Award in 1985 and brought him to the attention of a much
larger audience. Time Magazine included the novel in its TIME 100 Best
English-language Novels from 1923 to 2005. The discussion is open to
anyone who wishes to attend.


Friday, February 19th, 7:00 p.m. - Music by Jason Connelly

Originally a native of Fort Myers, Florida, Jason Connelly had his
vocal beginnings in a gospel choir. Now living in Georgia, he has
honed his skills over a ten year period and his latest recording,
"Songs From Inside the Attic," has exceeded the expectations of
industry critics and fans alike. Connelly recorded the cd live at
Eddie's Attic in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was an open mic winner
three times in 2009.  “In the beginning the music was all about a
melody and the challenge of filling a floor. Now, after two and a half
years of open road soul searching, it’s about a life and all of its
missed opportunity and misguided emotions. If the floor fills this
time, it’s because I said something worth hearing.”

Connelly's performance at the Gnu's Room will have no cover, but a
suggested minimum donation of $5.00 will be appreciated. He will have
cds available for purchase.


Saturday, February 20th, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Grand Opening Party
for Mama Mocha's Coffee Beanery at the Gnu's Room

Schedule of Events:

10:00 a.m. - Store opens - Local art on display today will include
works by Saya and Andrew Davis. Register for a free one pound bag of
Mama Mocha's coffee beans. One bag will be given away each hour.

11:00 a.m. - Coffee Cupping #1 - Register for a chance to participate
in the first of 3 cuppings today. The maximum number of participants
is 10, and you must be present if your name is drawn from the
registrations.

12:00 Noon - Performance by Gypsy Blues Bellydance Troupe

1:00 p.m. - Readings by local poets and writers: Ashley Burroughs,
Reid Rogers and Charlene Redick

2:00p.m.- Local Music by Kayla Miller and Tommy Kratzert

3:00p.m. - Coffee Cupping #2 - 10 names will be drawn for
participation in the event.

4:00 p.m. - Reading by local writer Marian Carcache, this month's Gnu
Writers' Series featured writer.

4:30 p.m. - Music by Seth & Matthew

5:00 p.m. - Music by Dooley's Blue Revue

6:00 p.m. - Coffee Cupping #3 -10 names will be drawn for
participation in the event.

7:00 p.m. - Fine Wine & Beer by Gus will present a toast to the
opening of Mama Mocha's.

8:00 p.m. - Store closes

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Spring Parks and Rec Brochure is Here!

They released the latest brochure from Parks and Rec on Monday.  This is a great resource for frugal activities in Auburn.  I've included information from the press release below:






The City of Auburn Parks and Recreation Department's Spring Quarterly Brochure will be released on Monday, Feb. 8 at various city facilities and on the web at www.auburnalabama.org/parks.

This free comprehensive publication includes all spring programs, classes, special events, sports programs and registrations offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. Program registration runs Feb. 22 - March 19. Registration will be held Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Dean Road Recreation Center. The program quarter is March 29 - May 21.

For additional information, please contact the Dean Road Recreation Center at 501-2930 or visit www.auburnalabama.org/parks.

Sunday, February 7, 2010

Couponing Workshop

SouthernSavers.com is offering a couponing workshop in Auburn.  I check her website every week when planning my grocery shopping and she does a great job of showing deals and how to get the most out of your grocery budget.  If you don't go to the workshop you should still check out the website www.southernsavers.com.

When:  Saturday, April 17th at 10:30am
Where:  Church of the Highlands*
Cost: $10 (paid at the door)
Go to http://www.facebook.com/l/d4848;www.southernsavers.com/couponing-workshops/  to register.  As of right now, the Auburn workshop is not listed on the website...but keep checking as it will be added soon!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Gnu's Room Events

 Here's what's happening at the Gnu's Room:

Wednesday, February 10th at 3:30 p.m.,
Thursday, February 18th at 5:30 p.m. and Friday, February 26th at
10:30 a.m. - The Write Time

If you enjoy writing fiction, non-fiction or poetry and would be
interested in meeting others over coffee or tea to talk about the
writing life, to share ideas and tips about getting started, learn how
to cope with writers block, how to edit your work or get published,
then The Write Time might be just the place for you! All are welcome
no matter at what stage of writing they may be, including those who
have always wanted to write but don't know how to begin. Come have
some fun with others who share your passion. The Write Time is hosted
by Helen Silverstein, editor of The Southern Women’s Review.



Thursday, February 4th, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Local Music

Acoustic band, Cranberry Horses, will be playing some of their
original music at the Gnu's Room. There is no cover, but donations for
the musicians are appreciated.

Friday, February 5th, 7:00 p.m. - Expressions Cafe

Poets, storytellers, musicians, spoken word artists, writers, and
actors are invited to perform their work on the first Friday evening
of each month for an appreciative and enthusiastic audience. Everyone
is welcome.

For any who don't know, the Gnu's Room is a local Auburn Bookstore located on Gay Street next to Amsterdam Cafe.  It specializes in rare and out of print books.

Auburn Grad Student Needs Help with Research

A friend of mine and local Auburn University grad student sent me the following email today...let's help him out folks!

I could use as much input as possible on a project I'm working on.  This semester at Auburn University my studio (Industrial Design) is working on pressure washer design.  A key part of making sure proposed designs really do answer people's needs is conducting field research.  I have a quick (less than 5 minutes), anonymous survey that I'd like you to complete. You can either click on the word survey below, or cut and past the link below into your browser.

SURVEY

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KpS9zeWdcwT%2br08k7bpI%2fk1x3J9J3u4E2Tdi5jLGBCs%3d&

Thank you all for your time!