Community Calendar - July 03, 2008

publication date: Jul 3, 2008

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author/source: Roswell Beacon

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 
Every Saturday 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.

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.

July 4
July 4th Celebration at Wills Park, 11925 Wills R.,  Alpharetta.  Bring your blanket or yard chairs and picnic basket and relax under the stars. 

Activities include free children’s games, a concert by the Alpharetta City Band and other musicians.

Watch a beautiful fireworks display at dusk.

For information:  www.awesomealpharetta.com.

July 12
“An Evening with Wine” from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at 1560 Warsaw Rd., Roswell (next to Mimosa Elementary).

This wine tasting seminar, hosted by Simply Wine, is a unique opportunity to taste and learn about a variety of wines to pair with all types of food. 

Heavy h’or d’oeuvres will be provided and all proceeds will support the Roswell Research Library and Archives.
The cost is $25 per person.

For information:  770-552-8107.

July 12
The Alpharetta Family Challenge ‘08 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Alpharetta Community Center Event Lawn, 175 Roswell St.

This free special event is designed for families to compete against each other for fun and socialization.  Competitions will include an obstacle course, a three-legged race, a potato sack race and much more.  There will be prizes and concessions.

Family members of all ages are welcome but children must be age 6 and up to compete.  A family “team” must consist of at least one adult and one child (age 6 to 17).

For information & registration:  contact Jessica Kim at 678-297-6160 or jkim@alpharetta.ga.us.

July 18
Christian Military Fraternity Luncheon, at NOON, sponsored by First Baptist Church, 710 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell.

The program will be HONOR AIR, the organization that takes World War II veterans to Washington, D.C. to see their memorial at no cost to the vets.  The May 14 flight of veterans from the Roswell area will be reviewed and a video of the trip will be shown.

Cost of the lunch is $10.  Make your reservations no later than noon, July 14 by calling the church.  The general public is welcome to attend.

For information & reservations:  770-587-6980.

July 19
Fashion Show & Champagne Luncheon at 1 p.m., sponsored by UUMAN Church, 11420 Crabapple Rd., Roswell.

Proceeds to benefit Cherokee County Humane Society.

Along with the fashion show, there will be door prizes, a raffle for gift baskets and gift certificates donated by local merchants, a silent auciton and a 50/50 raffle. There will also be vendors with unique gift items for sale.

Tickets are $30 per person.

For information & tickets:  call Connie at 770-642-8805 or Susan at 770-926-0398.

DRAMA
July 7 - 12
“Penguin’s Playground” Puppet Show presented by Master Puppeteer Bob Brown at Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St.

Join the puppets for an awesome artic adventure, exploring a super-secret playground sitting at the very bottom of the world.

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.

July 14 - 19
“There’s a Dinosaur in the Closet” Puppet Show presented by Coad Puppets at Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St.

Despite his frequent appeals, Darryl is forbidden to keep a pet.  One day he smuggles a large ‘pet’ rock to his room but when it hatches into a small and very hungry dinosaur, Darryl’s problems really begin.

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.