The Falcons continue the 2009 regular season by returning home to the Georgia Dome Sunday, Oct. 18 at 8:20 p.m. when the Chicago bears come to town. The Falcons come back to the Georgia Dome after a three-week hiatus. Atlanta is coming off an explosive offensive performance last week in a convincing 45-10 win over the 49ers.
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Ways You Can Help if You're Going
United Way Flood Relief
At this game, the Atlanta Falcons are partnering with United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta to collect monetary donations to provide relief to hundreds of individuals and families across the region affected by the recent floods.
Please stop by Falcons Landing (pregame) or your nearest Dome Service Center to make a donation.
Donations will be collected at Gate A, B, C and D, Gate Upper C and D and Gate E. Donations will be accepted until the end of the third quarter.
With your help, United Way can begin to address the urgent and basic needs of these flood victims.
For photos of damage and to give directly to flood efforts online, visit the United Way's website: http://www.unitedwayatlanta.org
Verizon Wireless HopeLine Drive
Calling all Falcons fans! October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and for the sixth consecutive year, fans are encouraged to support the cause by donating no-longer-used wireless phones and accessories to benefit victims of domestic violence through the Verizon Wireless HopeLine® program.
Through the Verizon Wireless HopeLine program, used wireless phones, batteries and accessories from any service provider are recycled, or refurbished and sold for reuse. Proceeds from the HopeLine program are put toward cash grants and wireless phones with prepaid airtime to non-profit advocacy organizations and law enforcement agencies to aid survivors of domestic violence. Wireless phones and technology can serve as a vital link to emergency or support services in a time of crisis or as a reliable, safe connection to employers, family and friends as survivors rebuild their lives.
Please stop by the Verizon Wireless tent on Sunday October 18 on Falcons Landing to hear some exciting news from Verizon Wireless, win great prizes and donate your old cell phones to help put an end to domestic violence right here in Georgia and across the country.
Other vital gameday information...
Maps and DirectionsClick here for a map of the area around the Georgia Dome, parking and updated road closures. |
Dome PoliciesNeed to know what you can or can't bring into the stadium or curious about other rules? Visit the Dome Policies page. |
Code of ConductReview the Fan Code of Conduct if you're heading to the Georgia Dome. Click here for more fan information.
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Season Ticket Holders
Can't be at the game? Season ticket holders can forward their tickets via email. Click here for more ticket information |
RELATED LINKS:
- DIRECTIONS: Directions and traffic information for the Dome
- TICKETS: Click here for Falcons ticket information
- SEASON TICKET HOLDERS: Information for Falcons season ticket holders
- DESIGNATED DRIVER : Pass your keys to a designated driver and you could win a trip to the Super Bowl
Game Entertainment
National Anthem
129 & Counting
“129 & Counting,” is a very entertaining quartet whose melodious, nostalgic chords have charmed audiences in the classic American style of four-part, a cappella harmony for years. In fact, that’s how they adopted their name. Their combined 129
years of being active members in the Barbershop Harmony Society is proof enough that they have gained the experience over the years and have resolved that they are going to just, “Keep Counting.”
In fact, they have been performing for the Falcons for years, dating back to the early days when a winning record wasn’t the norm. Tenor, Bill Schreiner has performed for the Falcons since 1969 and has obtained a winning record that the Falcons would love to have (18 wins vs. 4 losses). Together with lead singer, Shelby Robert; bari, Bob Snelling and bass, Ray Taylor the quartet is honored to perform Our National Anthem, once again. By the way, they are shooting for their 10th win since first performing in 1975 when the Falcons were victorious over Denver, 35 to 21.
Color Guard
United States Marine Corps silent Drill Platoon
The marines of The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon represent over sixty years of marching and rifle drill precision, premiering at Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. during the Sunset Parades of 1948. These marines perform their precision drill in hundreds of public appearances throughout the United States and abroad each year. In addition, they represent the Marine Corps at numerous ceremonies in the National Capital Area, honoring visiting Dignitaries and Heads of State. Comprised of highly trained Marines from Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. the Silent Drill Platoon executes its drill sequence without cadence or verbal command. The “M-One” rifles they carry, with fixed Bayonets, weigh in excess of ten and one half pounds. Representing Marines around the world, the Silent Drill Platoon demonstrates the finest in Marine professionalism, Esprit De Corps, and marching precision. The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon is brought to you by your local Ford dealer.
Halftime
Atlanta Fire Rescue
The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department Honor Guard Team was established in 1979 to perform color guard functions during departmental ceremonies and special programs. After winning several national honor guard competitions, the team expanded its services to include conducting funerals and memorial services for both active and retired Atlanta Fire Rescue (AFR) members. This nationally recognized group is comprised of dedicated active sworn and civilian AFR men and women supported by the department and specific donations directed to the Atlanta Fire Foundation. Membership of the Honor Guard consists of active members of Atlanta Fire Rescue who must be willing to serve when called upon. The AFR Honor Guard Team have a long history of performing in the pregame activities for all the Atlanta Professional Sports Organizations, such as Georgia Force Football, Atlanta Braves Baseball, Atlanta Hawks Basketball, Atlanta Thrashers Hockey, and Atlanta Dream Basketball of the WNBA.
