Community Calendar - April 24, 2008

publication date: Apr 21, 2008

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author/source: Roswell Beacon

AUDITION
April 24 & 25
Free Casting Call for children of all ages from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. each day, hosted by Kids Room Stuff, 10700 State Bridge Rd., Suite 9, Alpharetta.

The company will be shooting a commercial at the Alpharetta location on May 3rd.

Children should be familiar with the company’s jingle, which can be heard on the website, www.kidsroomstuff.com.

For information:  call Carolyn at Kids Room Stuff at 678-240-0918.

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.

May 1 - 4
“Works in Clay Show and Sale” at Clay West Gallery, 1355 Woodstock Rd., Roswell.

The show opens May 1 with an artist reception from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

The show will feature one-of-a-kind collectible works in clay, including garden sculpture, ceramic jewelry and an assortment of functional ware, such as vases, teapots, platters and bowls.

For information:  770-641-3990 or www.roswellclaycollective.com

COMMUNITY 
April 25
Rhythm ‘n Shoes dance program celebration hosted by the Alpharetta Recreation & Parks Department from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the Alpharetta Community Center.

The celebration will include dance demonstrations, a pre-school activity area, arts & crafts and more.

The event is free and open to the public.

For information:  678-297-6153 or www.alpharetta-ga.gov.

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.

April 26
Springtime Fun at Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Dr., Roswell from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. as they welcome “Beatrix Potter” and her friends, Peter Rabbit, Jemina Puddleduck, Tom Kitten and Mrs. Tiggy Winkle.

Tea will be served in the formal garden, plus lots of games and prizes.

Attendance is limited and admission is $10 per person.

For reservations:  770-640-3855.

DRAMA
Through April 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

May 3 - 24
“Nunsense - The Musical” presented by Rosewater Theatre, 633 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell.

All profit from ticket proceeds from the May 3rd show will be donated to North Fulton Community Charities.

For tickets and information:  770-640-5500 or www.rosewatertheatre.com.

MUSIC
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.

April 26
“A Potpourri of Song” performed by The Michael O’Neal Chamber Singers at Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School, 805 Mount Vernon Hwy., Atlanta at 7:30 p.m.

The program is presented by Art Sandy Springs and includes a 90 minute concert featuring a wide variety of choral music including Broadway numbers from “Peter Pan” and “Les Miserables.”

Tickets are $10 general admission and can be purchased in advance or at the door.

For tickets & information:  770-594-7974 or www.mosingers.com.

April 28
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the Roswell Library will be hosting chamber music at the library, 115 Norcross St., from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

The concert will feature a quartet of string instruments playing classical pieces.

The program is free and open to the public.  Reservations are requested.

For information:  770-640-3075.

April 29
Vientos Del Pueblo, Music of the Andes sponsored by Roswell Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd., at 7:30 p.m.

The concert will include beautiful tunes from Bolivia, Chile and Peru played on flutes, quenas, charangos and violin.

Free Admission.  Children are welcome!

For information:  770-518-1345.

SEMINARS
April 29
“How to Raise a Money-Smart Child,” hosted by Jennifer Heal, Edward Jones financial advisor at the Roswell office, 2500 Old Alabama Rd., Suite 22 at 7 p.m.

The seminar will provide parents with the tools they need to teach children the basics of handling money.

The seminar is free, but space is limited.

For reservations:  770-998-1572.

SPORTS
April 26
Choate HomeStretch Challenge Road Race at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Rd., Roswell.

Registration 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.