Greeetings StartupLoungers!  

We have some announcements to share with you on behalf of ourselves and the community.

First, registrations are now open for Atlanta Startup Spring Fling 2012!  It's on May 4th from 4:30 till whenever we feel like stopping.  We have a couple of goals here.  

First, the emphasis is on FUN.  Many events in the Atlanta area are high-stress.  Meet investors.  Pitch your deal.  Receive mentoring.  Find customers.  Try not to get sued.  (We've been there).  We and the other hosts wanted to put on an event where everyone can just show up and have FUN.  

Second, we wanted to have an event that's more open.  So many of the good events are closed - invitation only - and that goes for most StartupLounge events as well.  We wanted to have a good event where most of the big players will show up, but you don't have to go through an NCIS investigation to actually attend the event.

Now, we are charging for the event - $10, but that's a steal for what you're getting - and strictly speaking, we're not charging for access to investors, so our consciences are clean - well at least as clean as they can get.  We're roping off several blocks of Avondale Estates near 151 Locust for our very own use.  It's good to be the king..er, mayor, right Ed?  There's going to be great food and drink, live music and rumors even of a dunking booth!

So, if you just want to hang out in a fun environment with the folks you meet all the time but only in a business setting - if you've found it hard to attend other events, this is your chance to jump in!  Sign up today and come out on May 4th!