Community Calendar - June 19, 2008

publication date: Jun 16, 2008

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author/source: Roswell Beacon

ART
June 20 - July 26
An invitational exhibit of multimedia works featuring dual displays of artwork by artists, and children they have inspired, at Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St.

For information:  770-594-6122.

COMMUNITY 
Through October 25
Riverside Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 8 a.m. - NOON at Riverside Park, 535 Riverside Dr., Roswell.

The market will concentrate on fresh, locally grown produce.  Non profit organizations will be selling coffee and refreshments, local chefs are slated to appear and other fun activities are scheduled.

For information:  770-641-3705.

June 19

Alive After Five from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. in Downtown Roswell.  Live entertainment, restaurant specials, shops & galleries open late with special savings & events.

For information:  www.roswellgov.com.

June 21
“Go Wild, Grow Natives” demonstration presented by North Fulton Master Gardeners from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell.

The event is free and open to the public.

June 22
Summer STARLAB from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell.

A naturalist will guide you as you learn about the stars, constellations, and planets that are prominent in the summer night sky.

Ages 5 and up.  General Admission:  $5 Adults, $4 Seniors, $2 children 3-12.

For information:  www.chattnaturecenter.com.

June 26
Apollo the Dog’s “Paws of Glory” Program every Thursday from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Pooch Porch Cafe, 562 N. Main St., Alpharetta.

Bring your favorite book to read to Apollo and earn a paw on Apollo’s Paws of Glory. 

Reading to Apollo allows for a non-intimidating environment for children that may be self-conscious about reading in front of others.

Children ages 5 - 9.

For information and reservations:  contact Liz Grall at 404-838-7010.

June 27 & 28
The Roswell Magnolia Storytelling Festival at Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell.

The event includes over 20 storytelling performances by national, regional and local tellers.

For information:  www.cvb.roswell.ga.us or 770-640-3253.

June 28
“ESP 1908 Global Centennial Walk” sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Sisters in celebration of 100 years of service to all mankind.

The walk is set to begin at 11 a.m. at Rossie Brundage Park, Autry St. NW, Norcross and end at Thrasher Park, 1 Park Dr. NW, Norcross.  Registration begins at 9 a.m.

The public is invited to participate in this walk promoting emotional, spiritual and physical health.

For information:  contact Pamela Tolbert at 678-480-4767.

July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29
Free Yoga Classes from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at The Roswell Regional Library, 115 Norcross St.

Please bring a yoga mat or a towel and wear loose and comfortable clothes.

For information and reservations:  770-640-3075.

July 4
July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza at Roswell High School.

The festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. with Clark King (Teen Roswell Rocks 2007 winners), Wichita performs at 5:30 p.m. and Banks & Shane perform at 7:30 p.m.

At dark, a beautiful 40-minute fireworks display will highlight the evening.

Concessions will be available and include Miller’s Ale House, cotton candy, snow cones and more.

Bring your chairs, blankets and picnics for an old fashion family outing.

For information:  770-641-3705.

DRAMA
June 23 - 28
“Martin’s Magical Musical Revue” presented by Wayne Martin Puppets at Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St.

This musical review features a variety of hand puppet and marionette characters such as Zealand Dog with his balancing bone, Reggie the unicycle riding bear, Baby Bernie’s big red balloon, Sherie Rene the wash lady and Slider Bullfrog the jazz playing trumpeter.

Show times are Monday - Thursday at 10 a.m., Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and Saturday at 11 a.m.

Admission is $5 Adults; $4 ages 2 and over.  Payment by cash or check only.

For information:  770-594-6411 or www.roswellgov.com.

Through June 28
“Steel Magnolias” play performed at Rosewater Theatre every Friday and Saturday evening at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $16 and $18 and all seats are general admission.

Rosewater Theatre is located at 633 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell.

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

Through June 28
“Beauty and the Beast” play performed at Kudzu Children’s Playhouse, 10743 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell.

Tickets are $8.  The show runs at 11 a.m. on the following dates: 

June 12,13,14,19,20,21,26,27 & 28.

For tickets and information:  770-594-1020.

MUSIC
June 27 & 29
Roswell United Methodist Church Patriotic Celebration,  814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell.

The 130-voice RUMC Sanctuary Choir joins forces with the Atlanta Wind Symphony in a musical tribute to our nation.

Performances are Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are complimentary and are necessary to ensure seating.

For tickets and information:  770-594-0512 or www.rumc.com.

SPORTS
June 21
30th Annual Possum Trot 10K and One Mile Fun Run at Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell.

A certified 10K course for the Peachtree 2008/09.  Run a flat, fast course along the beautiful Chattahoochee River.

The race begins and ends at the nature center, and all proceeds benefit operations for the center.

T-shirts and gift bags given to all runners.  Bottled water, bagels & fruit provided by Whole Foods Market.

Fun Run begins at 7 a.m. and 10K begins at 7:30 a.m.

Entry fee is $22 in advance for the 10K and $15 for the Fun Run.  $25 day of race.

For Registration:  Register at Big Peach Running Co. stores or at ACTIVE.com or mail in check with downloadable form from www.chattnaturecenter.com