Community Calendar - June 26, 2008
ART
Through 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.
BUSINESS
Every Wednesday
Roswell Chapter of GA Leads Business Networking Meeting every Wednesday morning from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. at J. Christophers Restaurant, 605 Atlanta St., Roswell.
The networking group consists of a dynamic mix of entrepreneurs who meet weekly in a highly structured, business focused breakfast session. The meetings are designed for business people to share leads and ideas.
Membership is by invitation only, but anyone who is interested is encouraged to visit a meeting as a guest.
For information: contact Joe Mittiga at 678-665-8177 or Lisa Weltsch-Kurilec at 404-271-6026.
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.
Every Thursday
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 27-July 4
Our Marriage Matters Fundraiser at the Mansell Road Wal-Mart beginning at 10 a.m.
Buy discount fireworks tax-free at the TNT Fireworks tent. This event is part of the Raise His Praise Worship  Center in Roswell and aims to promote and preserve healthy marriages and families.
For information: contact Gaye Tiffany at 404-702-8232
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.
June 29
“Conscious Prosperity: The Secret to Simple & Lasting Personal Wealth” presented by John Moore, the “Debt Free Guru,” at Unity North Atlanta, 4255 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta from 2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Participants will learn a simple, livable and guaranteed system to retire as soon as possible by paying off all consumer debt in 1 to 3 years and their mortgage in another 4 to 5 years, all with the money they are currently earning.
Tuition is voluntary and value -based. Your tuition is based on the value you feel you received from the content, payable at the end of the program.
For tickets and information: contact Debbie Schrodt at 678*819-9100 or www.unitynorth.org.
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
Through June 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.
June 30 - July 5
“Travelin Tales” puppet show performed at Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St.
From a traveler’s suitcase, truck and bag emerge a tantalizing trio of multicultural folktales from around the globe.
Show times are Monday - Thursday at 10 a.m. and Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Show tickets are $5 Adults; $4 age 2 and over.
For information: 770-594-6232.
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.