What does MAG do for you?

INFORMATIVE MEETINGS - conducts monthly meetings featuring networking, dinner and informative programs concerning masonry and other construction issues. These meetings provide an "open forum" for those involved in the industry and are usually held at the Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center on the first Thursday of the month.

NEWSLETTER - publishes "Off the Wall", member updates, technical information and the latest in masonry news. 

EDUCATION - sponsors a Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training, Department of Labor certified, Masonry Apprenticeship Program which trains students to lay brick and block to the line as well as exposing them to different types of masonry units. Also supports the continuing education of its members by developing and hosting new masonry certification programs.

AWARDS/RECOGNITION - recognizes those who best represent the masonry industry through the Annual Craftsmanship Awards which honor excellence in masonry construction and the Associate of the Year which honors the associate who has made a significant impact in the masonry industry.

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY - publishes an annual directory of association members for reference and referral.

WALL RAISER GOLF TOURNAMENT - hosts the conclusion to its annual fund raiser for apprenticeship programs; provides a relaxing afternoon with others in the industry to be held Friday, May 16, 2008 at Reunion Golf Club.

FALL OUTING - gives members a chance to get away with their families and enjoy the annual convention weekend attending seminars, golfing and having fun. This year's event will be held at the Sandestin Beach Hilton October 16-19, 2008.

PROMOTION - extends knowledge about the industry to architects, general contractors and others through complimentary subscriptions to THE MAGAZINE OF MASONRY CONSTRUCTION as well as the Wall Cost book; presents seminars at schools in the area; maintains a website.