Community Calendar - April 17, 2008
ART
Through April 30
“Drawn In: a macro photography celebration of flora and fauna” exhibit by local Roswell photographer Mim Eisenberg at Phoenix and Dragon Bookstore gallery, 5531 Roswell Rd., Atlanta.
The exhibit will be on display throughout April. All works on display will be for sale.
For information: 770-645-1166 or mim@mimbravastudio.com.
COMMUNITY
April 19
Earth Day Kids Fest at Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy live music, make a frog terrarium, have your face painted, paddle a canoe and many more activities.
Festival admission is $5 Adults, $4 Seniors, $3 Children.
For information: www.chattnaturecenter.com or 770-992-2055.
April 19
Flea & Thee, “A Glorified Garage Sale” from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Roswell United Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd.
For information: www.roswellpres.org or 770-993-6316.
April 19
Touch-a-Truck Event from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at North Park, 13450 Cogburn Rd., Alpharetta. The event is sponsored by the Alpharetta Recreation & Parks Department and is free.
Children can explore their favorite big trucks as well as jump on inflatables, create sand art and get an air brush tattoo. Food vendors will be selling food and drinks.
For information: 678-297-6130.
April 19
Free Cookout for Single Parents & their children from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Wills Park Lions Club Pavilion (near Wacky World playground), 11925 Wills Rd., Alpharetta.
Sponsored by the Alpharetta Recreation & Parks Department, the event will provide free hot dogs, burgers, chips and drinks.
For information: 404-914-3339.
April 19
Grand Opening of Woodland Garden Trail at Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell.
Smith Plantation will host a special ceremony from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. to officially open the trail. The Master Gardeners will be on hand to familiarize visitors with the flora and fauna. Enjoy lemonade as you walk the grounds.
The event is free and open to the public.
For information: 770-641-3978 or www.archibaldsmithplantation.org.
April 19 and 20
Alpharetta Arts Streetfest from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. in Historic Downtown Alpharetta, Milton Ave. & Main St.
The festival includes over 100 artists, live music, theatrical performances, food vendors and much more. Admission and parking are free.
For information: www.alpharetta.ga.us or 678-297-6000, ext 1008.
April 20 - 22
International Speaker and Author Matthew Kelly to speak at Saint Brigid Catholic Church, 3400 Old Alabama Rd., Alpharetta at 7 p.m. each night.
With a keen sense of humor & heartwarming charm, Kelly seems to effortlessly elevate & energize people to pursue the highest values of the human spirit and become “the-best-version-of-themselves.”
Tickets are $10 for all three nights, in advance, or $5 per night at the door.
For information: 770-845-0981.
April 22
Gardening for Butterflies Program at 10 a.m. in the Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Rd., Roswell. The event is sponsored by the Roswell Garden Club and is free & open to the community.
For information: 770-518-7021 or www.roswellgardenclub.com.
April 26
Grand Opening Carnival at The Goddard School, 2710 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Activities include a moonwalk, pony rides, petting zoo, arts and crafts, live music, refreshments and more. The event is free and open to the public, compliments of The Goddard School.
For information: 770-993-3307
April 26
5th Annual Garden Faire presented by North Fulton Master Gardeners at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The event is a garden lover’s delight featuring garden art, tools and accessories, handmade crafts, homegrown plants for sale, a cooking demonstration and much more.
The event is free and open to the public.
For information: 770-992-1731 or www.northfultonmastergardeners.org.
April 26
“Old Time Alpharetta Antique Festival” from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Queen of Hearts Antiques & Interiors, 700 N. Main St., Alpharetta.
The event features over 40 dealers outside and over 175 dealers inside the mall.
For information: 770-998-6720.
DRAMA
April 18 - 27
SEUSSICAL Junior presented by Off Broadway Children’s Theatre, 12350-B3 Arnold Mill Rd., Alpharetta.
The show combines 13 of Dr. Seuss’ works in a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza that will appeal to all ages.
Tickets are $10 Adults / $5 Students & Children.
Shows run at 7:30 p.m. April 18, 19, 25 & 26 and 3 p.m. April 20 & 27
For tickets and information: 770-664-2410 or www.offbroadwaydance.com.
April 26 and 27
“Sleeping Beauty” presented by The Roswell Dance Theatres’ Pre-Professional Company at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St.
Performances are at 6 p.m. on April 26 and 2 p.m. on April 27.
For tickets and information: 770-998-0259
April 18
“One Light,” an award winning documentary from Alpharetta teen Angad Singh, to be viewed at the Atlanta Film Festival in the Teen Screen category at 12:30 p.m. at Landmark Midtown Art Cinema # 3. The Teen Screen is free to attend.
MUSIC
April 18 - 20
Atlanta Jazz Party at the Westin Atlanta Perimeter North, 7 Concourse Pkwy., Atlanta.
World class musicians come together to play six sets of traditional jazz on Friday and Saturday nights and five sets on Saturday and Sunday afternoon. The sets are varied and songs are rarely repeated. The sessions are in the casual, cabaret setting of the Grand Ballroom.
For information: www.atlantajazzparty.com
April 19
The Friends With You Band Earth Day Concert at UU Metro Atlanta North Church, 11420 Crabapple Rd., Roswell at 7:30 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m.
A tribute to the music of John Denver, proceeds benefit The Peaceful Blue Planet Foundation’s Earth Adventures Program.
Tickets are $15, children 10 and under are $10.
For information: contact Hollie Carter at 678-576-0269 or HollieCWoodstock@aol.com
April 26
“Come to the Caberet” will be presented in the fellowship hall at Roswell Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd., at 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an evening which includes elegant desserts and a concert of show tunes performed in caberet style.
Advance reservations required. Tickets are $10 per person or $75 per table of 8.
For tickets & information: 770-993-6316.
SPORTS
April 19 - 24
ALLSTAR Panthers Cheerleading Tryouts for the 2008-2009 Competition Season at ALLSTAR Cheerleading, 4680 Morton Rd., Johns Creek.
ALLSTAR offers competitive cheerleading opportunities to children at every level, beginner to advanced/elite for ages 3 to 18.
For information: www.thepantherlair.com or 770-552-0700.
April 26
Choate HomeStretch Challenge Road Race at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Rd., Roswell.
Resgistration begins at 6:45 a.m., 5K begins at 7:40 a.m., 10K begins at 8:15 a.m., Fun Run begins at 8:30 a.m.
The event includes a post party, raffle prizes, trophies and T-shirt.
Entry fee is $25 pre race, $30 raceday; $60 for family up to 4 members.
For information: 770-642-9185 x119
To register: Active.com or www.homestretch.org.