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3 on 3 Basketball Challenge - 2/4/12 at 9 am
Get your game on! Middle School, High School and Adult teams of four will compete for prizes. $35/team for Gwinnett residents or $50/team for non-Gwinnett residents; pre-registration required, Code BFGY14192. Phone: 770.417.2212 - Address: Best Friend Park Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA |
Wonderful World of Roses - 2/4/12 at 10-11:30 am
Cherokee County Master Gardeners presents “Wonderful World of Roses” seminar, Saturday at Hickory Flat Library in Canton, Georgia. This seminar is free. Please call the Cherokee County Cooperative Extension office for registration. Phone: 770-479-0418 - Address: Hickory Flat Library, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, Georgia |
Europa Galante and Fabio Biondi (violinist and conductor) Concert - 2/4/2012 - 8:15pm
This Italian band will be performing works from various composers, such as Handel, J.S. Bach, Scaccia, and Haydn. There will be a pre-concert dinner at the Continuing Education Center at 6:30 pm. The concert starts at 8:15 pm. $75 per ticket for the concert, the dinner is $40 per person. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA |
 Enjoy great fun! Historic Banning Mills has it all! Featuring lodging, delicious meals and loads of outdoor adventures. Check out their 5 amazing Zip Line Canopy Tours. Great for getaways, family and group trips. |
The Crucible performed by The Henry Players - 2/4 at 7:30pm & 2/5/12 at 2:30pm
1953 Tony Award for Best Play about the Puritan purge of witchcraft in old Salem is a gripping historical play and timely parable of our contemporary society. It focuses upon a young farmer, his wife, and a young servant-girl who maliciously causes the wife's arrest for witchcraft. The girl lies in court—and it is here that the monstrous course of bigotry and deceit is terrifyingly depicted. Rated PG. Phone: 770-914-7477 - Address: The Henry County Performing Arts Center, 37 Lemon Street, Mcdonough, GA 30253 |
Avenue Q - 2/4 - 2/5, 2/8 - 2/12, 1/15 - 1/29 & 2/22 - 2/26/2012
Smart, hilarious, risque and full of heart, Avenue Q is Broadway’s smash-hit Tony award winner for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. The neighbors are nice on Avenue Q, the only address you can afford when you’re fresh out of college, out of a job, or just trying to find your way in life. Tickets start at $30. Call for times and info. Phone: 404-584-7450 - Address: Horizon Theatre, 1083 Austin Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307 |
Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions - 2/5/2012 at 2 pm
Watch as aspiring young vocalists from Georgia, North and South Carolina, and Florida sing arias from different operas as they audition for the Metropolitan Opera. $35 per ticket. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
The Basics of Growing Your Own Spring Seedlings - 2/5/12 at 7-9 pm
Are you tempted by the bountiful packages of seeds you find at the local garden center, but not sure how to grow them? Or maybe you’ve tried in the past growing vegetables from seed and only experienced failure? Join Glynis and grow successful seedlings for your garden. In addition, Glynis will show you how to turn “garbage” into mini greenhouses! Seeds such as lettuce, parsley, salad greens, and flowers will be on hand for you to sow into your new “greenhouse” as well as tips on how to keep them all a a live. Please bring several clear or opaque plastic containers as you can carry home! If this class fills we will open another session the following Thursday 2/9. Cost is $15-$20. 5 person min. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. We recommend registering 2-3 days in advance. Contact andrea.zoppo@yahoo.com for questions or concerns. Address: Oakhurst Garden, 435 Oakview Road, Decatur, GA 30030 |
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Propagation - 2/7/12 at 7-8:30 pm
Cherokee County Master Gardeners presents “Propagation” seminar, Tuesday at the YMCA in Canton, Georgia. This seminar is free. Please call for registration. Phone: 770-479-0418 - Address: YMCA, 151 Waleska Street, Canton, Georgia |
Greater Gwinnett Rose Society February Meeting - 2/7/12 at 7-9 pm
The Greater Gwinnett Rose Society (GGRS) is open to anyone who enjoys roses and wants to learn more about them. Meetings are open to everyone at no cost. GGRS has Master and Consulting Rosarians who are available to consult about your roses. For more information, contact Kim Borland at kim.borland@yahoo.com or visit our website at http://gwinnettrose.org/. Location: Gwinnett Justice and Administration Building, Lawrenceville, GA |
Planting Trees – Let’s do it right - 2/8/12 at 7-8:30 pm
Arbor Day approaches and new trees need to go in to replace old and dying trees. Come learn how to do it right and learn about the best trees to use. Speaker: Gary Peiffer – extension agent, arborist and forester. Nice door prizes and lots of good info. Cost is $10. Call to register
Phone: 404-298-4080 - Address: 4380 Memorial Dr., Decatur, GA 30032 |
Home School Thursdays at Panola Mountain - 2/9/12
Each month will cover a topic relating to science and nature. The day will be divided into two sessions and will cover the same topic on an appropriate level for that age group. Session 1: 10 -11:30 a.m. Children 9 and younger. Session 2: 12:30 -2 p.m. Children 10 and older. $3 plus $5 parking. Phone: 770-389-7801 Address: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 GA Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge, GA |
Thursday Nights at the High - 2/9, 2/16 & 2/23/12
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
Open House Lecture Series - Return of the Alumnae - 2/10/2012 at 8-10 pm
Considering Human Factors in the Design of Multimodal Displays for NASA - Graduates of the Department of Physics & Astronomy have gone on to a wide range of graduate studies and careers. This year, our speakers are all returning alumnae who will tell us about their journeys since they have left Agnes Scott College, and the work or research that they are now doing.
Phone: 404 471-6000 - Address: Bradley Observatory at Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave., Decatur, GA |
Daddy-Daughter Valentine Dance - 2/10/12 at 7-9 pm
Swing your favorite valentine around the dance floor and enjoy a festive atmosphere with light refreshments. Age 4-up; $10/person; pre-registration required by 2/9 - Code: GPCC14100. Phone: 770.831.4173 - Address: George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee, GA |
Daddy-Daughter Valentine Dance - 2/10/12 at 7-9 pm
Celebrate the season of love at our Community Recreation Center! Dress your best and bring your sweetheart to enjoy a festive atmosphere with music, delicious snacks and fun activities. Age 4-up; $10/person; pre-registration required by 2/9 - Code: PPCC14100. Phone: 770.417.2200 - Address: Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Ind. Blvd., Norcross, GA |
Family Valentine Dance - 2/10/12 at 7-9 pm
Bring your family to Rhodes Jordan and celebrate the season of love! Music, dancing, games and light refreshments provided. Family photographs available, so dress your best! All ages; $10/person; pre-registration required by 2/9, call - RJCC14101. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Address: Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 E Crogan St. Lawrenceville, GA |
Fernbank's Martinis & IMAX - 2/10, 2/17 & 2/24/12 at 6:30 - 11 pm
Shake it up with Atlanta's perfect mix of culture and cocktails! It’s the recipe for a sophisticated night out, with a splash of culture, a dash of haute cuisine, a touch of spectacular atmosphere, and a garnish of IMAX® film screenings—all topped off with live music. Films, menus and bands change regularly, so it’s never the same experience twice! Phone: 404-929-6300
Address: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, IMAX Theater, 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, GA 30307 |
Leif Ove Andsnes Piano Concert - 2/11/2012
The Norwegian pianist makes his return to Spivey Hall with a program mainly focusing on Chopin’s works. The concert will start at 8:15 pm. There will be a pre-concert dinner at the Continuing Education Center, starting at 6:30 pm. $75 per ticket for the concert, dinner is $40 a person. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA |
Father-Daughter Valentine Dance - 2/11/12 at 6-9 pm
She’ll be your little princess on a gentlemen’s arm as you celebrate a memorable evening! Dress to impress and enjoy music, dancing, games and a keepsake photo. Snacks and desserts will be served. All ages, $5/person; pre-registration required by 2/9, call - Code: LSCC14190. Phone: 770.723.9516 - Address: Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Road, Norcross, GA |
Make Your Yard a Wildlife Habitat - 2/11/12 at 1-3 pm
Would you like to see more wildlife in your landscape? Join our Head Gardener, Daniel Ballard, to learn how to develop your landscape into a wildlife habitat. Various topics will be covered and demonstrated at Oakhurst Gardens, an NWF Certified Backyard Habitat. By providing food, water, cover and places for wildlife to raise their young, your garden/yard can join the nearly 150,000 Certified Wildlife Habitat™ sites across the country. Cost is $15-$20. 5 person min. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. We recommend registering 2-3 days in advance. Contact andrea.zoppo@yahoo.com for questions or concerns. Address: Oakhurst Garden 435 Oakview Road, Decatur, GA 30030 |
Georgia Iris Society Meeting - 2/11/12 at 2-4 pm
“Attracting Butterflies: What, Where, and How to Garden”. Our speaker Dawn Hines is a Dekalb Master Gardener who envisioned and lead the creation of the Tucker Butterfly Garden on LaVista Rd in 2008 as a new DeKalb County Master Gardener Project. She will show us important elements for attracting butterflies to our own gardens. Our meetings are free to the public. Please join us for education, beautification and recreation. Phone: 770-621-3864 - Address: Northlake-Barbara Loar Library, 3772 LaVista Rd., Tucker, GA30084 |
Florian Boesch (baritone) and Roger Vignoles (piano) Concert - 2/12/2012 at 3 pm
Florian Boesch will be singing Schubert’s “Winterreise” (Winter Journey), with Roger Vignoles accompanying him on the piano. There will be a pre-concert talk, hosted by Dr. Kurt-Alexander Zeller, starting at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $50. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance - 2/14/12 at 6:30-9 pm
Think outside the ‘chocolate’ box this year! Bring your sweetheart for a romantic evening of dinner and dancing this Valentine’s Day in the beautiful Superior Court Ballroom. Ladies receive a red rose upon arrival, and then enjoy light appetizers followed by dinner, dessert and live music throughout the evening. Your registration includes a souvenir photo and door prize drawing, too! $60/couple advanced registration by 2/10 - Code: GHCH14503. Phone: 770.822.5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA |
Preparing your Landscape for Spring - 2/17/12 at 1-2:30 pm
Late winter is the ideal time to spruce up your yard for the arrival of Spring. Join CNC Horticulturalist Lisa Cole in a hands-on presentation of late-winter projects in the garden. Topics include what to prune and when, how and why to add mulch to the garden, and planting basics. By taking these small steps, you will ensure a beautiful garden with the coming of spring.
Ages 16 – adult. Cost is $10 for public and free for members. Pre-Registration Required by February 10. Call to register. Phone: 770-992-2055 - Address: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell, GA 30075 |
Freddy Cole Quartet Concert - 2/18/2012 at 8:15 pm
Grammy Award and Georgia Music Hall of Fame nominee Freddy Cole will be performing at Spivey Hall. Tickets are $40. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
National Association of Teachers of Singing, Georgia Chapter- Student Auditions Winners’ Concert - 2/18/2012 at 1:30 pm
The National Association of Teachers of Singing (Georgia Chapter), will be presenting a free concert. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA |
Black History Month - 2/18/2012 - Call for time
In partnership with the Afro American Historical and Genealogical Society, this year’s Black History Month program will feature the Gullah Geechee culture. The program will include music and a Gullah storyteller from Savannah, as well as a couple of college professors from the Atlanta area. Admission is FREE! Phone: 770-968-2100 - Address: National Archives - SE Region, 5780 Jonesboro Rd, Morrow, GA |
Movie Night - 2/18/12 at 6 pm
Bring your blankets or lawn chairs and join us for a movie night on a large screen inside the dry and toasty gym! Hotdogs, pizza and other yummy movie concessions will be available for purchase (cash only for concessions); no outside food allowed. All ages, $3/person for Gwinnett residents, call - Code: BFGY14193. Phone: 770.417.2212 - Address: Best Friend Park Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA |
H.O.O.K.E.D Teen Club - 2/18/12 at 10 am - 2 pm
Teens~ you can make a difference! Join the challenge in drug and alcohol prevention with HOOKED (Helping Others Organize Kreative Everyday Differences). HOOKED teens are trained as leaders in their communities and assist with a variety of exciting activities and events throughout the county. Grades 7-12. Call for info. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA |
Holistic Ecology; Common Sense Connections in the Garden - 2/18/12 at 1-3 pm
Join Brandy Hall and learn tools to build resilient gardens that will produce great results with less maintenance. This class will cover practical, simple and cost effective solutions to issues such as water storage and erosion control. Brandy passionately engages communities through education, design, and installation of food forests and perennial farms and gardens through her small ecological design firm, Shades of Green at www.shadesofgreeninc.org. Cost is $10-$15. 5 person min. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. We recommend registering 2-3 days in advance. Address: Oakhurst Garden, 435 Oakview Road, Decatur, GA |
Green Thumb Gardening Series – Class 4 - 2/18/12 at 8:30 am - 3 pm
“Southern Herb Growing”. This is one of seven classes sponsored by the Marietta Council of Garden Clubs following NGC guidelines. This session will be taught by 2 members of the Chattahoochee Unit of the Herb Society of America, Rita Bissell and Tracy Minjauw. They will be sharing their successful techniques for growing herbs in pots and in the garden. Cost is $30 including lunch & snacks. Phone: 770-426-0538 - Address: Marietta Educational Garden Center, 505 Kennesaw Ave., Marietta, GA |
North Georgia Camellia Society Camellia Show - 2/18 at 1-5 pm & 2/19/12 at 9 am - 5 pm
Brighten up your winter week-end. The camellia is a Southern classic – an evergreen that blooms in fall and winter plus it thrives in our Georgia gardens. This beautiful display of blooms is sponsored by the North Georgia Camellia Society, a member of the American Camellia Society. There is an admission fee. Phone: 404-876-5859 - Address: Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 |
Senior Tour of Chick-fil-A Corporate Headquarters - 2/22/12 at 8 am - 6 pm
Truett Cathy took a tiny Atlanta diner and transformed it into Chick-fil-A, the nation’s second largest quick service chicken restaurant chain. Wear comfortable shoes for the hour-long tour of the headquarters, see his antique car collection, enjoy lunch and more! $10.50/person (including Chick-fil-A sandwich, coleslaw and medium drink). Additional food items may be purchased. Age 50-up; call to register or visit www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: RJCC14150. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Addresses: Pick-up at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee at 8:15am, Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Rd., Lawrenceville at 8:45am. |
Your First Edible Garden - 2/22/12 at 11:30 am - 1 pm
The Oakhurst Community Garden Project, the City of Decatur, and the DeKalb County Public Library are pleased to announce their collaboration on offering you an exciting FREE series of classes in 2012. This class is perfect for first time gardeners or those transitioning over to organic methods of vegetable gardening. Join Stephanie Van Parys, Executive Director of the Oakhurst Community Garden Project, and learn about spring and summer vegetables and herbs right for our region. Address: Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore Street, Decatur, GA 30030 |
Panola Unlimited - 2/25/12 at 9 am
Wear your hiking boots, pack a lunch and bring plenty of water for a rigorous half-day, ranger-led hike through Panola's rugged conservation area. Meet at the Nature Center 15 minutes before hike departs. Ages 10 and older. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. Phone: 770-389-7801 Address: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 GA Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281 |
Jupiter String Quartet Concert - 2/25/2012 at 8:15 pm
With Nelson Lee and Meg Freivogel on the violin, Liz Freivogel on the viola and Daniel McDonough on the cello, the Jupiter String Quartet return to play another wonderful concert at Spivey Hall. There will be a pre-concert talk hosted by Dr. Kurt-Alexander Zeller, starting at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $45. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA |
Artic Aid Aqua Triathlon - 2/25/12 at 8 am - 1 pm
Polar Bear Swim - 2/25/12 at 11 am - 1 pm
A tri-AQUA-thon competitive triathlon event all in the water - 10 minutes each of aqua running, aqua cycling, and swimming. Or you can take the plunge down a tower slide into the outdoor leisure pool! (Hot tubs will be nearby for you to thaw out after the event.) Age 15-up; pre-registration required for T-shirt; $26/person minimum donation/registration fee includes long-sleeve T-shirt, light snacks and prizes. Proceeds to benefit Living Waters International at www.water.cc . Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Artic Aid Aqua Triathlon use Code: MPAC11998. Polar Bear Swim use Code: MPAC11999. Call to register for get more info. Phone: 770.564.4650 - Address: Mountain Park Aquatic Center, 1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain. |
Chicks In the City Symposium - 2/25/12 at 8:30 am - 4 pm
Event offers a full plate of essentials on backyard chickens with seven sessions taught by local experts highlighting how-tos from bees and chickens to community co-ops. This full day of workshops will enlighten the committed locavore and curious alike whileequipping guests with the resources needed to start an urban flock. Several new topics will be covered including baby chicks by the Georgia Gardener, Walter Reeves. Cost is $65. Oakhurst Community Garden Project members pay $50. Register at oakhurstgarden.org. Limited to 50 people. Address: Oakhurst Church, 630 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030 |
Your First Edible Garden - 2/25/12 at 10-11:30 am
The Oakhurst Community Garden Project, the City of Decatur, and the DeKalb County Public Library are pleased to announce their collaboration on offering you an exciting FREE series of 2012 classes. This class is perfect for first time gardeners or those transitioning over to organic methods of vegetable gardening. Join Stephanie Van Parys, Executive Director of the Oakhurst Community Garden Project, and learn about spring and summer vegetables and herbs right for our region. Address: Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore Street Decatur, Georgia 30030 |
Become a Beekeeper - 2/25/12 at 8 am - 4 pm
Learn the basics to understand and care for the most exciting hobby ever. Meet the Honey Bee Colony. Equipment Assembly. Where do I get my Bees. Smoker Lighting. Hive Manipulation. Extracting your Honey and Issues facing the Beekeeper. Cost is $25 - children under 18 free. Phone: 770-473-5434 - Address: Public Safety Building, 116 Zack Hinton Pkwy South, McDonough, GA |
David Tanenbaum Guitar Concert - 2/26/2012 at 3 pm
David will be performing music from the 17th Century to present-day. Tickets are $40. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Roswell Garden Club - 2/28/12 at 10 am
Henning Van Schmeling of the Chattahoochee Nature Center will give a presentation on Georgia’s Living Wetlands. Free fun event! Phone: 678-596-0340 - Address: Roswell Area Park Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell GA 30075 |
Senior Leap Day Lunch - 2/29/12 at 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Celebrate having an extra day in 2012 with the staff at Bogan Park! Join us for a soup and salad lunch and Bingo. Bring a white elephant prize to add to the fun! Age 50-up; $6/person; pre-registration required, call - Code: BPCC14126. Phone: 770.614.2060 - Address: Bogan Park Community Recreation Center, 2723 North Bogan Road, Buford. |
| March |
Jupiter String Quartet Master Class - 3/1/2012 at 7:30 pm
The Jupiter String Quartet will have a class about the skills and teamwork needed for a quartet to function. Tickets are $10. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Thursday Nights at the High - 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 & 3/29/12
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
Fernbank's Martinis & IMAX - 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 & 3/30/12 at 6:30 - 11 pm
Shake it up with Atlanta's perfect mix of culture and cocktails! It’s the recipe for a sophisticated night out, with a splash of culture, a dash of haute cuisine, a touch of spectacular atmosphere, and a garnish of IMAX® film screenings—all topped off with live music. Films, menus and bands change regularly, so it’s never the same experience twice! Phone: 404-929-6300
Address: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, IMAX Theater, 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, GA 30307 |
Richard Morris Organ Concert - 3/3/2012 at 3 pm
Richard Morris shall be performing an organ concert at Spivey Hall. Tickets are $30 Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Yard Sale & Craft Fair - 3/3/12 at 9 am - 3 pm
It’s time to sell the stuff that has accumulated in your house or apartment and turn it into cash! The sale is inside the gym, so weather is not a problem! Spaces include 1 table and 2 chairs; only $20/space for Gwinnett residents; $25/space for non-Gwinnett resident. Gwinnett County reserves the right to disallow items deemed inappropriate, no food items are allowed to be sold. Free Admission! Call to reserve your spot - Code: BFGY14194. Phone: 770.417.2212 - Address: Best Friend Park Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA |
H.O.O.K.E.D Teen Club - 3/3/12 at 10 am - 2 pm
Teens can make a difference! Join the challenge in drug and alcohol prevention with HOOKED (Helping Others Organize Kreative Everyday Differences). HOOKED teens are trained as leaders in their communities and assist with a variety of exciting activities and events throughout the county. Grades 7-12, Call for info and to register. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA |
Intro to Beekeeping - 3/3/12 at 1-3 pm
Join our Bee Team Leader, Cassandra Lawson, and she will share her knowledge on bee-ing a beekeeper. Learn the basics: Best location to set up a hive, when do you order bees and from whom, where do you find your materials. Talk about must have tools. This class is suited for beginner beekeepers and curious bee lovers. 5 person min. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. We recommend registering 2-3 days in advance. Cost is $20-$25. Address: Oakhurst Garden 435 Oakview Road Decatur GA 30030 |
Alternatives to Watering Your Garden: Stewardship of a Priceless Resource - 3/3/12 at 1-3 pm
Join Paul Morgan and we’ll learn how the expanding fresh water shortage in North Georgia is going to impact you, your community and your garden. As prices for municipal water continue to rise, we need be prepared for stricter regulations on using potable water for outdoor uses like irrigation and gardening! Discussion topics will include alternative sources of water for your garden that are truly sustainable. We’ll introduce the methodology and practicality of rain water harvesting (from the roof and from the land), grey-water re-use, air conditioning condensate and ground water. Join us for the follow up class on implementation water saving systems in your home. 5 person min. Cost is $5 for non-members. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. We recommend registering 2-3 days in advance. Address: Oakhurst Garden, 435 Oakview Road, Decatur GA 30030 |
Yefim Bronfman Piano Concert - 3/4/2012 at 3 pm
Pianist Yefim Bronfman shall be performing at Spivey Hall. Tickets are $65. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Plant A Successful Summer Vegetable Garden - 3/5/12 at 7-9 pm
Four weeks left until we may start planting the summer garden! It is time to start thinking about what vegetables can you grow in during the summer here in Atlanta. Oakhurst Garden’s Executive Director Stephanie Van Parys will cover the basics of summer vegetable gardening. What varieties are best for this season, how to prepare your soil, and when do you get to start? Learn the fundamentals to make your southern summer garden a success. Save money, build your experience and enjoy a bountiful harvest by growing your own. 5 person min. Cost is $15-$20. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. We recommend registering 2-3 days in advance. Address: Oakhurst Garden 435 Oakview Road Decatur GA 30030 |
The Basics of Growing Your Own Summer Seedlings - 3/7/12 at 7-9 pm
Tomatoes, peppers, basil, eggplant, okra…..its time to sow out the seeds for your summer garden! Take advantage of more variety when you start your own vegetables from seed. This class is for both those who have never started their vegetables from seed as well as those who have experienced challenges. In addition, Oakhurst Garden’s Executive Director Stephanie Van Parys will show you how to turn “garbage” into mini greenhouses! A wide and fun variety of seeds will be on hand for you to sow into your new “greenhouse” as well as tips on how to keep them all alive. Please bring three clear or opaque plastic containers. 5 person min. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. Address: Oakhurst Garden 435 Oakview Road Decatur GA 30030 |
Anonymous 4 Concert - 3/10/2012 at 8:15 pm
The Anonymous 4 shall be performing a concert at Spivey Hall. Tickets are $50. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Bridal Brunch and Learn - 3/10/12 at 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Congratulations on your engagement - now it’s time to start planning your special day! Join us for brunch and a fashion show to learn and hear from wedding industry leaders about the latest trends and how to make the most of your wedding planning experience. There will be door prizes, too! Schedule an appointment for a one on one consultation with select vendors. $12/ person, advanced reservations required - Code: GHCH14015. Limited seating, call to register. Phone: 770.822.5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA |
The Joy of Composting: The Real Dirt - 3/10/12 at 1-3 pm
Are you throwing away your fresh kitchen scraps, not knowing that you could use them to improve the soil in your garden? Our Head Gardener and Compost King, Daniel Ballard, will delight you with the facts of composting in your own yard. Set-up, materials to include, turning, methods, and harvesting will all be discussed. Everyone will have an opportunity to work with the Garden’s own compost piles. 5 person min. Register ONLINE at www.oakhurstgarden.org. Click on classes. Address: Oakhurst Garden, 435 Oakview Road, Decatur GA 30030 |
Georgia Native Plant Society Meeting - 3/13/12 at 7 pm
Live oak is the State Tree of Georgia. It represents a native heritage of both culture and ecology. Live oak history follows Georgia history from the founding of the colony, through the days of wooden ships, unto today’s few immense trees of yards, parks, and woodlands. Our native live oak is an ecological structure conserving life all around the stem, crown, and roots. There still remains unfound and hidden across Georgia’s coastal plain massive live oaks. The search continues for these denizens of an earlier time and their refuges. This talk will show champion live oaks and discuss the history and biology of the species. Free fun event! Phone: 770-343-6000 - Address: Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 |
Senior Trip to Queens University Chamber Singers - 3/16/12 at 9 am - 3 pm
Join us as we enjoy the Chamber Singers of Queens University concert at Spivey Hall at Clayton State University. The Chamber Singers are an auditioned group performing the finest choral repertoire from all periods. Enjoy a buffet style Southern lunch at Buckner’s Family Restaurant after the concert. (Bring $15 in cash or check for lunch as Buckner’s does not accept credit cards.) Age 50-up; $16/person (not including lunch), call to register - Code: BPCC14155. Phone: 770.614.2060 - Addresses: Pick-up at 9 am at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Buford, GA and at 9:30am at Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville, GA |
MomoCon - 3/16, 3/17 & 3/18/2012
This is Atlanta's premier anime, gaming, comic, costuming convention. Bring the whole family out for celebrity panels, gaming, contests, live music, workshops and kid-friendly events, tournaments and more! Visit website for info. Address: Mariott Marquis, 265 Peachtree Center Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30303 - Website: http://www.momocon.com/ |
Georgia Daffodil Society Blooms - 3/17/12 at 12 Noon - 4 pm
CNC’s Kingfisher Hall will again bask in the gold, yellow, white and pink glow of hundreds of daffodils as The Georgia Daffodil Society presents its annual show. Spreading the joy of growing daffodils and educating the public has been the core of this Society’s mission since 1954. Last year nearly 500 blooms adorned the room with their springtime beauty. Cost is $5-$8. Phone: 770-992-2055 - Address: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA 30075 |
Raising of The Green - 3/17/12 at 5:30pm
FOOD!! GREEN BEER!! SILENT AUCTION!! LIVE AUCTION!! Come party with us at one of Atlanta's best Saint Patrick's Day Celebrations!! Advanced Tickets $20, Door Tickets $25. Phone: 770-469-1105 - Address: 5489 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 |
Basic Archery - Panola Mountain - 3/17/12 at 10 am
Take aim and hit the bull’s eye! Join a certified instructor to learn archery basics. Meet at the Archery Range. All equipment provided. If you have your own equipment, cost includes an all-day archery range pass. Ages 9 and up. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. Phone: 770-389-7801 Address: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 GA Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge, GA |
Run for Your Wife! Dinner Theatre - 3/17/12 at 6-9 pm
In partnership with New Dawn Theatre of Duluth, this murder mystery dinner show is suspenseful and thrilling to watch. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal before an exciting evening of laughter and mystery. Dinner is 6:00pm-7:00pm and the show begins at 7:00pm. All ages; $45/person, pre-registration required, call to register - Code: PPCC14116. Phone: 770.417.2200 - Address: Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Ind. Blvd., Norcross, GA |
H.O.O.K.E.D Teen Club - 3/17/12 at 10 am - 2 pm
Teens~ you can make a difference! Join the challenge in drug and alcohol prevention with HOOKED (Helping Others Organize Kreative Everyday Differences). HOOKED teens are trained as leaders in their communities and assist with a variety of exciting activities and events throughout the county. Grades 7-12. Call for info. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA |
Park’nership - 3/17/12 at 10 am - 12 Noon
Join us in beautifying Gwinnett’s parks in an exciting and rewarding opportunity to come together and serve with other volunteers in your parks! Call to register - Code VOLR14120. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Ronald Reagan Park, 2777 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lawrenceville, GA |
Atlanta Chamber Players Concert - 3/18/2012 at 3 pm
The Atlanta Chamber Players will perform at Spivey Hall. Tickets: $30 for adults, $15 for students. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
The World is My Garden: The Gardens of Wales - 3/20/12 at 7-8 pm
Noted horticulturist Allan Armitage will speak about gardens around the world in a series of talks at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia. This series is cosponsored by the Friends of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia and the Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library, with proceeds benefiting the garden and library. Cost is $10 includes a $2 voucher to Donderos' Kitchen. Phone: 770-426-0538 - Address: Nearly Native Nursery, 776 McBride Road, Fayetteville, GA |
Paula Patterson (mezzo-soprano) & Peter Collins (piano) Concert - 3/22/12 - 7:30 pm
This talented duet shall be performing at Spivey Hall. Admission is FREE! Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Sharon Isbin Guitar Master Class - 3/23/2012 at 7:30 pm
Sharon Isbin shall be teaching a guitar class. Audiences around the world know that two-time Grammy Award-winner Sharon Isbin plays with "superb artistry" and "mesmerizing finesse" Critics reach for superlatives to describe her playing: "She gets nuances out of the classical guitar. Tickets are $10. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Open House Lecture Series - Return of the Alumnae - 3/23/2012 at 8-10 pm
Spring Equinox - Graduates of the Department of Physics & Astronomy have gone on to a wide range of graduate studies and careers. This year, our speakers are all returning alumnae who will tell us about their journeys since they have left Agnes Scott College, and the work or research that they are now doing. Phone: 404 471-6000 - Address: Bradley Observatory at Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave., Decatur, GA |
1940 Census - 3/24/2012 - Call for time
A workshop on how to access the 1940 Census records, which will be released on April 2, 2012.
Phone: 770-968-2100 - Address: National Archives - SE Region, 5780 Jonesboro Rd, Morrow, GA |
Sharon Isbin Guitar Concert - 3/24/2012 at 8:15 pm
Guitarist Sharon Isbin shall be performing at Spivey Hall. Audiences around the world know that two-time Grammy Award-winner Sharon Isbin plays with "superb artistry" and "mesmerizing finesse" (Los Angeles Times). Critics reach for superlatives to describe her playing. Tickets are $50. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Yard and Craft Sale - 3/24/12 at 9 am - 3 pm
Clean out your garage and closets and get your craft items ready to sell. Event is held rain or shine, no refunds. Free Admission! Reservations required for sellers. All spaces will be outside and are the size of one parking space; only 10 x10 canopies allowed. No food items are allowed to be sold. Vendor space is limited so register early! $20/space, call to register - Code: SHAB14018. Phone: 770.814.4914 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA |
Spring Fam Jam/Therapeutic Recreation - 3/24/12 at 11 am - 1 pm
Special Needs kids celebrate spring with fun crafts, scavenger hunt for all levels of participants a yummy lunch picnic and an inflatable for younger kids! All ages, with a caregiver/family member. $5/person, Pre-registration required by 3/20, call - Code: RJCC07101. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Address: Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 E Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA |
Ursula Oppens Piano Concert - 3/25/2012 at 3 pm
Pianist Ursula Oppens shall be performing at Spivey Hall. Indisputably the first lady of contemporary American piano music, Ursula Oppens is renowned for her lucid and imaginative performances of works by living composers. Tickets are $50. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Roswell Garden Club - 3/27/12 at 10 am
A presentation on how to prepare gardens for spring. Free fun event! Phone: 678-596-0340 - Address: Roswell Area Park Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell GA |
Aquatic Facility Operator Course - 3/27 - 3/28/12 at 8 am - 5 pm
A nationally recognized certification course offered in partnership with National Recreation and Parks Association and Georgia Recreation Association. $250/full course or $100/recertification. Pre-registration required, call to register. Phone: 770.822.8849 - Address: Mountain Park Activity Building, 1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain, GA |
Clayton State University Opera - 3/30/2012 - 3/31/2012 at 7:30 pm
Directed by Kurt-Alexander Zeller, the Clayton State University Opera shall be performing both Friday and Saturday evening. Tickets are required. Ticket prices are as follows: Adults- $10, CSU Students/Faculty/Staff- FREE, Other Students- $5. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
Bunnies, Baskets & Bonnets for Seniors - 3/30/12 at 9:30-11:30 am
Hop on over, enjoy light refreshments and join us as we “bring out the kid in you”! Bring your basket for this egg-straordinary egg hunt and wear your decorated bonnet or hat to be judged for prizes. Lite refreshments will be served. Age 50-up; $5/person; pre-registration required by 3/23, call - Code: BPSC14151. Phone: 770.564.4680 - Address: Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville, GA |
Enchanted Evening Home School Prom - 3/30/12 at 6:30-9:30pm
It’s sure to be an Enchanted Evening with dinner, music and dancing! Come dressed to impress and masked to hide in your most creative mask! Open to all 9th through 12th grade home schooled students; $35/person or $60/couple; pre-registration required by 3/26; call - Code: GHCH14505. Two parent chaperones needed to attend. Parent email and phone number required when registering. Phone: 770.822.5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA |
Bunny Bash Breakfast - 3/31/12 at 9 am - 12 Noon
Hop on in for breakfast and pictures with your furry friend, the Easter Bunny! Fun crafts and Easter egg hunts, too! Ages 3-12 (parents must attend with child). $5/child; parents may attend free, but are $5/each to enjoy breakfast. Pre-registration required by 3/29, call - Code: LSCC14130. Phone: 770.723.9516 - Address: Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Road, Norcross, GA |
Learn to “B” a Beekeeper” - 3/31/212 at 10 am - 12 Noon
An introduction to the hobby of beekeeping while sampling different types of honey, too. Learn the lifecycle of the honeybee and its’ role in our eco-system and observe a hive under the tutelage of a master beekeeper. All ages; $10/person; pre-registration required by 3/20, call - Code: GPCC14180. Phone: 770.831.4173 - Address: George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee, GA |
Spring Break Family Kick Off - 3/31/12 at 10 am - 4 pm
Save your gas, and enjoy a fun stay-cation in Gwinnett! This all day, fun filled family event where you can play volleyball, badminton, horse shoes, basketball and other fun activities! Plus a special Kid’s Only Yard Sale, food vendors and carnival games! Free admission! $10/wrist band for games. $20/yard sale booth or $50/food vendors. Concession or Kid’s Only Yard Sale vendors, call to register. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Address: Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 E Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA |
Ant Hill Live - 3/31/12 at 11 am - 1 pm
Enjoy an entertaining stage performance engaging and educating audiences on the important life lessons of P.R.A.C.T.I.C.E. and Teamwork! The audience-participation performance comes alive with larger than life characters! All ages; $10/person, pre-registration required, call - Code: PPCC14113. Phone: 770.417.2200 - Address: Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Ind. Blvd., Norcross, GA |
Line & Swing Dance Marathon - 3/31/12 at 6 pm - 12 Midnight
It’s nothin’ but dancing in the gym! Follow along to country, hip-hop and pop music for all levels of dancing in line and swing. Drinks are provided, bring a dish to share. Age 15-up; $4/person; call - Code BFGY14195. Phone: 770.417.2212 - Address: Best Friend Park Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA |
| April |
Thursday Nights at the High - 4/5, 4/12, 4/19 & 4/26/12
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
First Friday Art Walk - 4/6/2012 at 5-9 pm
Join art enthusiasts as they stroll through the galleries and shops on the Marietta Square. Participating merchants and art galleries have featured artists in their locations. The Historic Marietta Trolley provides a shuttle service. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
Fernbank's Martinis & IMAX - 4/6, 4/13, 4/20 & 4/27/12 at 6:30 - 11 pm
Shake it up with Atlanta's perfect mix of culture and cocktails! It’s the recipe for a sophisticated night out, with a splash of culture, a dash of haute cuisine, a touch of spectacular atmosphere, and a garnish of IMAX® film screenings—all topped off with live music. Films, menus and bands change regularly, so it’s never the same experience twice! Phone: 404-929-6300
Address: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, IMAX Theater, 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, GA 30307 |
Clayton State University Wind Ensemble Concert - 4/11/2012 at 7:30 pm
Led by conductor Patrick Carney, the Clayton State University Wind Ensemble shall perform a free concert at Spivey Hall. Phone: 678-466-4200 Address: Spivey Hall, 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
HAIRSPRAY performed by The Henry Players - 4/12-4/14 at 7:30pm & 4/15/12 at 2:30pm
Watch as The Henry Players, voted the Best Theatre Experience in the Metro Atlanta Area by readers of Access Atlanta, perform HAIRSPRAY at the Henry County Performing Arts Center in historic McDonough! Phone: 770-914-7477 - Address: The Henry County Performing Arts Center, 37 Lemon Street, Mcdonough, GA 30253 |
Marietta's Great Locomotive Chase Weekend - 4/12 - 4/15/2012
Activities commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Great Locomotive Chase. Marietta is commemorating the Great Locomotive Chase with a series of events including living history, exhibitions and the Repremiere of the movie "The Great Locomotive Chase" at the Strand.
Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, Marietta, GA 30060 |
Open House Lecture Series - Return of the Alumnae - 4/13/2012 at 8-10 pm
Science Writing & Writing Science - Graduates of the Department of Physics & Astronomy have gone on to a wide range of graduate studies and careers. This year, our speakers are all returning alumnae who will tell us about their journeys since they have left Agnes Scott College, and the work or research that they are now doing. Phone: 404 471-6000 - Address: Bradley Observatory at Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave., Decatur, GA |
ARTSSpring - 4/13 - 4/30/12
Join us in a month-long celebration of the arts, where you can experience theater, sculpture, portraits, music and other forms of art. The celebration bundles some of the finest talent, art, and cuisine that Sandy Springs has to offer. You are invited to enjoy cabaret and comedy, jazz and chamber music, theatre and talent shows, paintings and poetry, artists and authors, gardens, and restaurants galore! Call for locations. Phone: 866-511-7742 Location: Sandy Springs, GA |
Native Plant Sale - 4/14/12 at 10 am - 2 pm
Georgia Native Plant Society’s annual plant sale will be in Marietta, GA at McFarlane Nature Park. Hundreds of beautiful, useful and hard to find native plants will be for sale: Trees, shrubs, azaleas, ferns, shade and sun perennials, vines and groundcovers. Phone: 770-343-6000 - Address: McFarlane Nature Park, 280 Farm Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 |
Alpharetta Arts StreetFest - 4/14 - 4/15/2012 at 10 am - 6 pm
The arts are alive this spring on the Northside with over 100 artists from throughout the U.S. showcased at the Alpharetta Arts Streetfest. Free fun event! Location: Historic Downtown Alpharetta, Milton Avenue & Main Street, Alpharetta, GA |
WWII Heritage Days - 4/14-4/15/12 at 9am-4pm
Public History program that recreates the sights and sounds of The Greatest Generation, the men and women who fought and won WWII. WWII Heritage Days combines vintage military aircraft, vehicles and equipment, reenactors portraying Allied and German troops, public battle at farm house, education displays and demonstrations, canteen shows, guest speakers, and Sunday morning field service. Weekend highlight is "Keep 'em Flying", WWII-theme hangar dance complete with 21-piece swing band and period attire. Admission: $7 - Address: 1200, Echo Court, Peachtree City, GA 30269 |
Drought and Rain Gardens – Prepare for Both! - 4/16/12 at 10-11 am
The Oakhurst Community Garden Project, the City of Decatur, and the DeKalb County Public Library are pleased to announce their collaboration on offering you an exciting FREE series of classes in 2012. Join Glynis Ward in an informative class on growing plants in extremes. Learn how to grow plants without a massive water bill. Channel water into productive places to grow while reducing erosion and clarifying the water. Discover which plants do best in dry and wet conditions. Address: Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore Street Decatur, Georgia 30030 |
37th Annual Savannah NOGS Tour of Hidden Gardens - 4/20 - 4/21/12 at 10 am - 4 pm
Savannah’s Historic District is the setting for a walking tour of lovely secluded gardens nestled among centuries old oaks. The tour highlights eight walled gardens, the Massie Heritage Center(unveiling its own newly renovated gardens), and an Iced Tea Social in the Garden of the Harper-Fowlkes House. There in the garden sumptuous delicacies, both sweet and savory, and live entertainment will be provided for your enjoyment. 8 gardens are chosen for this tour. Call for info on gardens. Proceeds will be used to support the Massie Center and other community gardens in Savannah. Cost: $45/person, $40/ person for groups of 10 or more. Phone: 912-961-4805 - Location: Savannah, GA Historic District |
Roswell Garden Club - 4/24/12 at 10 am
John Kreiner will give a presentation on Dahlias. Free fun event! Phone: 678-596-0340 - Address: Roswell Area Park Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell GA |
Green Thumb Gardening Series – Class 6 - 4/28/12 at 8:30 am - 3 pm
“Annuals and Container Gardening” The instructor, Sue Dean, is a Cobb Co. Master Gardener and a container designer at Lost Mountain Nursery. She has been designing containers for over 15 years and is well known for her elaborate and creative designs. This is the 6th in a series of 7 classes sponsored by the Marietta Council of Garden Clubs following NGC guidelines. Cost is $30 including lunch & snacks. Phone: 770-426-0536 - Address: Marietta Educational Garden Center, 505 Kennesaw Avenue; Marietta, GA |
Clayton Community Big Band Concert - 4/30/2012
Directed by Stacey Houghton, the Clayton Community Big Band is performing a free concert at Spivey Hall. Phone: 678-466-4200 - Address: 2000 Clayton State Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260 |
| May |
ARTSSpring - 5/1 - 5/13/2012
Join us in a celebration of the arts, where you can experience theater, sculpture, portraits, music and other forms of art. The celebration bundles some of the finest talent, art, and cuisine that Sandy Springs has to offer. You are invited to enjoy cabaret and comedy, jazz and chamber music, theatre and talent shows, paintings and poetry, artists and authors, gardens, and restaurants galore! Call for locations. Phone: 866-511-7742 Location: Sandy Springs, GA |
Thursday Nights at the High - 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24 & 5/31/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
First Friday Art Walk - 5/4/12 at 5-9 pm
Join art enthusiasts as they stroll through the galleries and shops on the Marietta Square. Participating merchants and art galleries have featured artists in their locations. The Historic Marietta Trolley provides a shuttle service. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
Fernbank's Martinis & IMAX - 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 & 5/25/12 at 6:30 - 11 pm
Shake it up with Atlanta's perfect mix of culture and cocktails! It’s the recipe for a sophisticated night out, with a splash of culture, a dash of haute cuisine, a touch of spectacular atmosphere, and a garnish of IMAX® film screenings—all topped off with live music. Films, menus and bands change regularly, so it’s never the same experience twice! Phone: 404-929-6300 - Address: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, IMAX Theater, 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, GA 30307 |
Greater Atlanta Rose Show - 5/5 - 5/6/12 at 9 am - 5 pm
The Show will be held at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. We encourage gardeners to attend and enjoy the beautiful Roses from all over the state. Some exhibits will be open to all gardening enthusiats. Bring you best flower and enjoy the fun and education about gardening. For more information contact: Sara Coleman, President alsara.coleman@att.net. Admission charge. Phone: 678-432-4792 - Address: Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 |
Taste of Alpharetta - 5/10/2012 at 5-10 pm
The largest “Taste of” event in the South. Dine at over 60 restaurants in one unforgettable night that’s become an annual tradition for 50,000 families, foodies and festival-goers. Cost: Free Admission, Parking & Free Shuttles. Participating restaurants will charge $1-3 per food sample.
Phone: 678-795-0115 - Location: Wills Park, 1810 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009 |
Open House Lecture Series - Return of the Alumnae - 5/11/2012 at 8-10 pm
En Route to Smart Materials - Graduates of the Department of Physics & Astronomy have gone on to a wide range of graduate studies and careers. This year, our speakers are all returning alumnae who will tell us about their journeys since they have left Agnes Scott College, and the work or research that they are now doing. Phone: 404 471-6000 - Address: Bradley Observatory at Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave., Decatur, GA |
Mayor's Challenge Road Race - 5/12/2012 at 7:15 am
Join the Alpharetta Rotary Club & the City of Alpharetta for a great race! This is a 5K/10K Peachtree Qualifier for the serious runner as well as a Fun Run/Walk for the whole family.
Phone: 678-795-0115 - Address: Wills Park, 1810 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009 |
35th Annual Geranium Festival - 5/19/2012
This festival is the highlight of the Spring Season in historic, downtown McDonough that offers an exciting day of arts, crafts, entertainment, music, food, and community. The Geranium Festival is a FREE fun outdoor gathering. Phone: 678-432-7112 - Address: Around the McDonough Square, 5 Griffin St, Mcdonough, GA 30253 |
Green Thumb Gardening Series – Class 7 - 5/19/12 at 8:30 am - 3 pm
“Shade and Sun Perennials”. This is the final class in a series of 7 classes on Basic Horticulture sponsored by the Marietta Council of Garden Clubs. Master Gardener, Jack Driskell will be the instructor for shade perennials. Mickey Gazaway, environmental horticulturist and a 20 year Pike Nursery employee will present the sun perennials. We will then tour the Smith Gilbert Gardens. Cost: $30 which includes lunch/snacks. Phone: 770-423-0538 - Address: Marietta Educational Garden Center; 505 Kennesaw Ave., Marietta, GA |
Roswell Garden Club - 5/22/12 at 10 am
Louise Estabrook will present how our water conservation techniques affect our environment. Free fun event! Phone: 678-596-0340 - Address: Roswell Area Park Community Activity Building, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell GA 30075 |
Roswell Garden Club Flower Show - 5/26/12 at 9 am - 6 pm
Friends, Fun and Flowers features 24+ floral arrangements and 130 horticulture exhibits. Designs are fun to view and will be in classes of 4 designs interpreting activities such as Tai Chi, Zumba, Yoga, Social Bridge and Painting showcasing what is being grown in local gardens. Free fun event! Phone: 678-596-0340 - Address: Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell GA 30075 |
Floral Design Class - 5/26/12 at 2 pm
Participants will create their own design to take home and learn the basics of making a line design and properly caring for the flowers in that design. The fee covers container, oasis, greens and flowers. There is no charge for the instruction. Each participant must bring a pair of sharp scissors. The instructor is Master Flower Show Judge Gretchen Collins. Cost is $12.
Phone: 770-518-7021 - Address: Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell GA 30075 |
| June |
First Friday Art Walk - 6/1/12 at 5-9 pm
Join art enthusiasts as they stroll through the galleries and shops on the Marietta Square. Participating merchants and art galleries have featured artists in their locations. The Historic Marietta Trolley provides a shuttle service. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
Fernbank's Martinis & IMAX - 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22 & 6/29/11 at 6:30 - 11 pm
Shake it up with Atlanta's perfect mix of culture and cocktails! It’s the recipe for a sophisticated night out, with a splash of culture, a dash of haute cuisine, a touch of spectacular atmosphere, and a garnish of IMAX® film screenings—all topped off with live music. Films, menus and bands change regularly, so it’s never the same experience twice! Phone: 404-929-6300
Address: Fernbank Museum of Natural History, IMAX Theater, 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, GA 30307 |
National Trails Day Celebration at Panola - 6/2/12 at 9am
You will be guided on a hike through wetlands to upland forest and be able to view stunning outcrops. Be prepared for all weather conditions and bring good hiking boots. Meet at the nature center 15 minutes before program begins. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. Phone: 770-389-7801 - Address: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge, GA |
Introduction to Backpacking at Panola - 6/2/2012 at 3 pm
This beginner's class will take place in an outdoor classroom. This is a great introduction on how to prepare for backcountry hiking; what is essential, how to save weight, and what to leave at home. Meet at the nature center 15 minutes before each program. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. Phone: 770-389-7801 - Address: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge, GA |
2012 Movies on Main - 6/2, 6/16 & 6/30/12 at 7-10:30 pm
Free outdoor movies series held every other Saturday in Historic Stone Mountain Village! Visit one of our local eateries for take-out specials or bring a picnic, a blanket and the whole family to enjoy some free family fun watching a movie under the stars in picturesque Stone Mountain Village. Phone: 770-498-7334- Address:922 Main Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 |
Thursday Nights at the High - 6/7, 6/14, 6/21 & 6/28/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
Alpharetta City Band Concert - 6/10/2012 at 3 pm
The public is invited to this free patriotic musical presentation by the all-volunteer Alpharetta City Band. Light refreshments will be provided by the Alpharetta Golden Age Club. Phone: 678-297-6140 - Address: Alpharetta Adult Activity Center, 13450 Cogburn Rd, Alpharetta, GA 30000 |
The Never Ending Story performed by The Henry Players - 6/28 - 6/30/2012 at 7:30 pm
Told with all the thrills of a classic adventure, the story begins with Bastian, a lonely boy, who stumbles into a curious bookshop where he discovers a curious book—The Neverending Story. Bastian hides in the attic of his school and begins to read, and a huge adventure surges into life. tickets are $10 - $12. Phone: 770-914-7477 - Address: The Henry County Performing Arts Center, 37 Lemon St, Mcdonough, GA 30253 |
| July |
The Never Ending Story performed by The Henry Players - 7/1/2012 at 2:30 pm
Told with all the thrills of a classic adventure, the story begins with Bastian, a lonely boy, who stumbles into a curious bookshop where he discovers a curious book—The Neverending Story. Bastian hides in the attic of his school and begins to read, and a huge adventure surges into life. tickets are $10 - $12. Phone: 770-914-7477 - Address: The Henry County Performing Arts Center, 37 Lemon St, Mcdonough, GA 30253 |
4th of July Celebration - 7/4/12 at 5-10pm
Celebrate Independence Day with family and friends at Wills Park. Bring your blanket or yard chairs and picnic basket and relax under the stars. Activities include free children's game, concert by the Alpharetta City Band and other musicians. Watch a beautiful fireworks display at dusk. Phone: 678-297-6100 - Address: Wills Park, Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009 |
Fourth in the Park - 7/4/12 at 10 am - 10 pm
The charming Marietta Square is the place to be on July 4. Activities begin with the "Let Freedom Ring" Parade at 10am. Crafts, carnival games and entertainment go on throughout the day, with the evening concert starting at 7pm. Top off the day with a thrilling fireworks display beginning at dark (usually around 9:30pm). Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Marietta Square, Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
All-American Celebration: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra - 7/4/2012 at 8 pm
The annual celebration fires up the crowd with patriotic standards, singalong anthems and classical thunder, featuring the U.S. Army Chorus, Rob Fisher, music director of the Tonyhonored Broadway series Encores, and spectacular fireworks. Tickets are $12 - $35. Phone: 404-733-5010 - Address: 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009 |
First Friday Art Walk - 7/6/12 at 5-9 pm
Join art enthusiasts as they stroll through the galleries and shops on the Marietta Square. Participating merchants and art galleries have featured artists in their locations. The Historic Marietta Trolley provides a shuttle service. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
2012 Movies on Main - 7/14, 7/28/12 at 7-10:30 pm
Free outdoor movies series held every other Saturday in Historic Stone Mountain Village! Visit one of our local eateries for take-out specials or bring a picnic, a blanket and the whole family to enjoy some free family fun watching a movie under the stars in picturesque Stone Mountain Village. Phone: 770-498-7334- Address: 922 Main Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 |
Thursday Nights at the High - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 & 7/26/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
Coming to America - 7/20/2012 - Call for time
This program features the opening of a recreation of a mural that once was on display at Ellis Island, and a number of immigrants will recount their experiences in coming to America.
Phone: 770-968-2100 - Address: National Archives - SE Region, 5780 Jonesboro Rd, Morrow, GA |
| August |
Thursday Nights at the High - 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23 & 8/30/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
First Friday Art Walk - 8/3/12 at 5-9 pm
Join art enthusiasts as they stroll through the galleries and shops on the Marietta Square. Participating merchants and art galleries have featured artists in their locations. The Historic Marietta Trolley provides a shuttle service. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
Old Soldiers Day Race - 8/4/12 at 7am
This will be a 5K and 10K race for people of all ages. All race applications and fees must be in-hand before the race. Registration will resume on race day at 6 a.m. Pre-registered participants may pick up their race packet, t-shirt and race number a few days before the event at the Alpharetta Community Center. Be sure to catch the Old Soldier's Day Parade in downtown Alpharetta at 10:15 a.m.! Phone: 678-795-0115 - Address: Wills Park, Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30004 |
2012 Movies on Main - 8/11/12 at 7-10:30 pm
Free outdoor movies series held every other Saturday in Historic Stone Mountain Village! Visit one of our local eateries for take-out specials or bring a picnic, a blanket and the whole family to enjoy some free family fun watching a movie under the stars in picturesque Stone Mountain Village. Phone: 770-498-7334- Address: 922 Main Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 |
| September |
Art in the Park - 9/1/2012 at 10 am - 6 pm
Celebrate Labor Day with the fine art show held on the lovely Marietta Square. Artists from throughout the Southeast will be displaying their wares. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Glover Park, Historic Marietta Square, Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
Thursday Nights at the High - 9/6, 9/13, 9/20 & 9/27/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
First Friday Art Walk - 9/7/12 at 5-9 pm
Join art enthusiasts as they stroll through the galleries and shops on the Marietta Square. Participating merchants and art galleries have featured artists in their locations. The Historic Marietta Trolley provides a shuttle service. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
Marietta Antique Street Festival - 9/15/2012 at 9 am - 5 pm
Antique Dealers from across Georgia display and sell their wares. If you're looking for that special treasure, the Marietta Antique Street Festival is the place to be. Over 75 dealers from throughout Georgia are on hand to display and sell their wares. An antique car show rounds out the day. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
| October |
Thursday Nights at the High - 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 & 10/25/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
First Friday Art Walk - 10/5/12 at 5-9 pm
Join art enthusiasts as they stroll through the galleries and shops on the Marietta Square. Participating merchants and art galleries have featured artists in their locations. The Historic Marietta Trolley provides a shuttle service. Free fun event! Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Downtown Marietta, GA 30060 |
Granite Grasshopper 5K - 10/13/12 at 8-11am
Stone Mountain Village’s 2nd Annual 5K road race and Fun Run to benefit our local schools. The certified course will run through historic Stone Mountain Village and into Stone Mountain park itself. Race Participants will receive a Sweatshirt and Fun Runners will get a long-sleeved t-shirt. Phone: 770-498-7334 - Address:922 Main Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 |
5th Oktoberfest Celebration - 10/13 & 10/14/12 at 12noon - 6pm
Join us in for Oktoberfest Festival with Authentic German Polka Dancing, Music, German and fun festival food, Cold Beer, Contests, Kid’s Activities, a Historical City Hayride Tour, Arts & Crafts vendors and More! Phone: 770-498-7334 - Address: Historic Stone Mountain Village, 922 Main Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 |
34th Annual Harvest Square Arts & Crafts Festival - 10/20/2012 at 9 am - 6 pm
Enjoy a classic fall arts & crafts festival that features local and regional artists. Also on display are Scarecrows on the Square, which are created by the local community and decorate Glover park all October. During the weekend of the festival, you'll be able to enjoy ghost walks and Scary-etta Trolley Tours. Phone: 770-429-1115 - Location: Marietta Square, Downtown Marietta, GA |
Atlanta Motor Speedway Hosting 2012 U.S. Legend Cars Nationals - 10/24 - 10/27/12
Over 200 Legend Cars and Thunder Roadsters from all over the country will be on hand to compete in this yearly short track event. Call for tickets and more info. Phone: 770-946-4211 - Address: Atlanta Motor Speedway, 1500 Hwy. 19/41, Hampton, GA 30228 |
| November |
Thursday Nights at the High - 11/1, 11/8, 11/15 & 11/29/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
| December |
Thursday Nights at the High - 12/6, 12/13 & 12/20/12 - Until 8 pm
Relax and rejuvenate at the High after work! The Museum offers extended hours at half price every Thursday until 8 pm. Phone: 404-733-HIGH - Address: High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 |
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