Community Calendar - February 21, 2008
ART
March 7 - April 12
12th Annual Expressions of Light juried members exhibition sponsored by the Roswell Photographic Society.
Exhibit displayed at Roswell Visual Arts Center, 10495 Woodstock Rd.
Gallery hours are Mon. - Fri. 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Opening reception March 7 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
For information: 770-594-6122 or www.roswellphotosociety.org.
COMMUNITY
Through March 14
St. Andrew Family Fish Dinners sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
Every Friday evening, Family Fish Dinners will be available from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the Family Center of Saint Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Rd., Roswell.
Fun family movies will be shown to keep children entertained.
The cost of dinner is $8 adults, $3 children 12 and under, and no more then $25 per family.
For information: contact John Stevens at 678-643-0827 or johnstevens@bellsouth.net.
February 22
Atlanta’s Upscale Singles hosts a dinner at Mosaic, 3097 Maple Dr., Atlanta at 6:45 p.m.
For single professionals 40 or over. Must be reserved and paid in advance.
For information: www.AtlantasUpscaleSingles.com or 678-297-3909.
February 22
Windward for a Cure at the Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Pkwy., Alpharetta at 7 p.m.
The event will include a sampling of wines, food from local restaurants and music. In addition, there will be both silent and live auctions.
All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.
Tickets are $75; $85 after February 12.
For tickets and information: www.windwardforacure.org
February 25
North Fulton Jaycees Meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Jaycee House on the corner of Wills Rd and Hwy 9, Alpharetta.
Membership is open to all residents of North Fulton ages 18 - 40.
Dues are $60 annually.
For information: Contact Stacia Mentus at Staciajc@yahoo.com
February 26
HomeStretch’s First Annual Peachtree Tea and Champagne Silent Auction from 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Atlanta Athletic Club, 1930 Bobby Jones Dr., Duluth.
Silent auction to include spas, jewelry, vacation homes, restaurants, golf and more.
Special guest speaker Doris Downs, Chief Judge, Superior Court of Fulton County.
$60 donation to attend ($30 tax deductible).
For reservations and information: 770-642-9185 or www.homestretch.org.
February 26
Upper Chattahoochee Chapter of Trout Unlimited meeting, at 6:30 p.m. at Harp Irish Pub, 1425 Market Blvd., Roswell.
Trout Unlimited is a 45-year-old national organization that is made up of numerous chapters throughout the United States.
The mission of Trout Unlimited is the conservation, protection and restoration of the trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds throughout North America.
For information: www.ucctu.org.
February 26
Gardens of Italy Program by travel writer and photographer Linda Jenkins.
The program is sponsored by the Roswell Garden Club and will be held at 10 a.m. at the Roswell Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Rd.
The program is free and guests are welcome.
For information: www.roswellgardenclub.com or 770-650-4607.
February 29
Clean Comedy Night at 7:30 p.m. at Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd.
The comedy of national headliner Kenn Kington with the opening act by musical guest Kevin Lawson.
Kenn Kington’s comedic voice is heavily influenced by Bill Cosby and Steve Martin. Great comedy with no side effects - no blushing, no cringing, no situations or bad language.
Tickets are $9 per person.
For tickets: www.rumc.com/comedy.
March 1
“The Strange Side of God” series of lectures by noted theologian, historian, scholar and archeologist, Dr. Jim Fleming.
The series will be presented from 8:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd.
Tickets are $30 per person and includes lunch. Childcare available. Reservations required.
For reservations and information: www.rumc.com/hot or contact Julie Wright for reservations at wrightj@rumc.com or 770-261-1732.
March 1
Introduction to Bird Watching at Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell from 11 a.m. NOON.
Learn the basics of bird identification from Master Birder Marge Igyarto. Find out what birds you will find at your feeder and what birds will be migrating in the upcoming months.
Ages 7 to adult. General Admission $5 adults, $4 seniors, $3 children 3-12.
For information: www.chattnaturecenter.com
March 1
Shopping Day and Cookbook Signing at The Prospect House, 31 Church St., Alpharetta from NOON - 3 p.m.
Several area chefs will provide free samples from dishes featured in “Atlanta Cooks at Home” cookbook.
Many shops will be hosting booths. Free horse and buggy rides through downtown Alpharetta.
For information: 404-928-7877.
March 3
Travel Program at 6:30 p.m. at the Roswell Regional Library, 115 Norcross St.
The focus of the program will be Italy and Europe, and the speaker is Gail Hecko of Gail’s Great Escapes.
The program is free and open to the public. Reservations are requested.
For information: 770-640-3075.
March 4
National Alliance for Mental Illness offers a free monthly support group meeting for families dealing with mental illness at 7:30 p.m. at the Alpharetta United Methodist Church, 69 North Main St. The meeting is free.
For information: contact Jerry Bishop at 678-446-5080.
March 7 and 8
Children’s Spring Consignment Sale at Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd.
Sale hours are 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on March 7 and 8 a.m. - NOON on March 8.
There will be over 170 consignors featuring children’s clothing, maternity wear, baby equipment, toys and more.
Strollers are not allowed on Friday morning.
For information: www.rumc.com/rumck.
March 8
12th Annual Roswell Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. - NOON at Roswell High School.
In addition to breakfast, the Kiwanis Club will be holding an art contest for all high school and middle school students.
Admission is $6; Children 3 and under free.
For information: www.roswellkiwanis.org.
DRAMA
February 21 - March 9
“Great Expectations,” by Charles Dickens, adapted by Barbara Field. Presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre at Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St.
Dickens’ epic coming-of-age story is told with magic and warmth in a richly theatrical retelling for a contemporary audience.
For tickets and information: 770-641-1260 or www.get.org
MUSIC
March 9
Classical Music Concert: The Pro-Mozart Society of Atlanta will present in concert, pianist Slavik Gabinsky, winner of the Society’s 2007 Scholarship competition, at 2 p.m. at Holy Innocents Episcopal Church, 805 Mt. Vernon Hwy., Sandy Springs.
Admission is free and there will be a “meet the artist” reception following the concert.
For information: 770-825-9980.
March 14
“When Irish Eyes are Smiling” Song and Dance from the Emerald Isle presented by The Michael O’Neal Singers, with dancers from the Mulligan School of Irish Step Dance.
The performance will be held at 8 p.m. at Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd.
Tickets are $20 Adults; $15 Students and Seniors.
For tickets and information: 770-594-7974 or www.mosingers.com.
SPORTS
February 24
Georgia Cougars Basketball Tryouts for 6th grade girls’ team.
Tryouts will be held at Queen of Angels gymnasium, 11340 Woodstock Rd., Roswell at 6 p.m.
The Georgia Cougars will be competing in YBOA tournaments this season.
For information: contact ewilliams@rcipr.com.
March
Stars Soccer Club Spring Lacrosse and Soccer, 14295 Birmingham Hwy., Alpharetta.
Little Stars Indoor Soccer for age 3-4 begins January 21st, March 3rd and April 21st.
Youth Development Spring Outdoor Soccer for ages 4-13 begins March 3rd.
To Register: www.starssoccerclub.com or 678-366-9008.