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Community Calendar | 03-21-2010
Community Calendar | 03-21-2010
ART
March 22 - April 15
“Churros Locos” Show by ceramic artist Sandra Trujillo presented by the Roswell Art Center West Gallery, 1335 Woodstock Rd. (just west of the Target shopping center).
Ms. Trujillo will be presenting two separate but related bodies of work for this solo exhibit.
One portion will include several massive ceramic heads with highly ornate surfaces.
The other portion will include smaller vessel forms embellished with figurative drawings and intricate surface work.
The opening reception will be March 26 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and is open to the public.
For information: 770-641-3990 or aargentina@roswellgov.com
March 27
Demo-Workshop presented by ceramic artist Sandra Trujillo from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Roswell Art Center West, 1335 Woodstock Rd. The workshop fee is $30.
For information: 770-641-3990 or aargentina@roswellgov.com
COMMUNITY
March 23
Roswell Garden Club presents “Steel Garden Sculptures” at 10 a.m. at the Bill Johnson Activity Building in Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Rd.
The event is free and open to the public.
For information: 770-650-4607 or www.roswellgardenclub.com.
March 24 - October 6
Wednesday Walks in the Garden at Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Dr., Roswell.
Enjoy a 30 minute guided walk and learn about the gardens at Barrington Hall. A short presentation will start the walk at 9:30 a.m.
Topics will include Heirloom Roses, Growing Herbs, Wildflowers and Pruning Shrubs and Trees.
For information: 770-640-3855
March 25 - 27
30th Annual Garage Sale sponsored by St. Ann’s Catholic Church Women’s Guild.
All proceeds benefit the ministries of the church and various local charities.
Sale hours are 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on March 25 & 26 and 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on March 27.
St. Ann’s Catholic Church is located at 4905 Roswell Rd., Marietta.
For information: 770-552-6400.
March 27
Annual Easter Egg Hunt from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Sweet Apple Elementary School, 12025 Etris Rd., Roswell.
The event is free and is for children age 7 and under.
Children will begin hunting for candy and eggs at NOON. Separate areas designated for different age groups. Children need to bring a basket or container.
The Easter Bunny is expected to make an appearance. In addition, there will be face painting, music, entertainment and other activities.
For information: 770-641-3760.
March 27
Alpharetta Children’s Festival from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Alpharetta Community Center Event Lawn, 175 Roswell St., Alpharetta.
Great family fun! Activities include pony rides, petting zoo, arts and crafts, train rides, inflatables and more.
Entertainment includes magic shows and performances by local dance and singing groups.
Crafts, books and food will be available for purchase. Parking and admission are free.
For information: 678-297-6153 or www.alpharetta.ga.us.
March 27
Family Bird Walk from 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. at the Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell.
Master Birder Zelia Lebeau leads this family morning bird walk..Perfect for beginners of all ages.
General admission applies.
For information: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.
Through March 28
Roswell Woman’s Club Showcase Home 2010, Thursdays - Sundays.
Explore a renovated 10,000 sq ft house, 25 designers, 8+ acres of woods and gardens.
Special Events include Musical Sundays 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. with Suzuki School on the 21st, Wine Tasting Thursdays 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Fashion Fridays NOON - 1 p.m. with Bloomingdales on the 26th, Green Thumb Saturdays NOON - 1 p.m. with Ed Castro Landscaping on the 27th.
For information: 770-715-2700 or www.roswellwomansclub.org.
March 28
Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department.
The event will be held at the North Park Softball Fields (1-4), 13450 Cogburn Rd., Alpharetta.
Face painting, games and exhibitors will begin at 1:30 p.m. The hunt will begin at 3 p.m. and the fields will be divided for different age groups.
Thousands of plastic eggs and candy will be hidden for children age 10 and under. Complimentary photo with the Easter Bunny!
Don’t forget to bring a basket or container for your eggs and candy.
The event is free and is co-sponsored by the Alpharetta Golden Age Club.
For information: 678-297-6140 or activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us.
March 28
Cogburn Woods Elementary School Carnival from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. at 13080 Cogburn Rd., Milton.
Open to the community. Enjoy carnival rides, inflatables, midway games, face painting, the Milton Fire Truck and lots more.
Tickets and wristbands available at the entrance.
March 28
Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Johns Creek Recreation and Parks Department at Newtown Park, 3150 Old Alabama Rd., Johns Creek.
“Pre-Hunt” activities begin at 12:30 p.m. and the egg hunt begins at 1:30 p.m. sharp. Separate areas will be designated by age group.
The event is free for children age 1 - 10. Pre-hunt activities include a moonwalk, face painting and a chance to meet and have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny.
Thousands of filled eggs will be hidden for the children to find. Please bring your own basket to collect your eggs.
For information: 678-512-3200.
First Week of April
Computer Classes for Seniors begins the first week of April in the Roswell SeniorNet Learning Center classroom at the Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Rd.
There are many classes offered including Computers for the Terrified, Internet and Email, Graphics and Family Tree Maker.
For information: 770-641-3950 or www.roswellseniornet.org.
DRAMA
March 25 - 28
“13, The Musical!” presented by RISPA Theatrical Productions at the Milton Center Theatre, 86 School Dr., Alpharetta.
This modern day musical has been adapted for all audiences, and is a tale about the trials and tribulations of growing up in today’s world.
Performances are Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Tickets are $13 for general admission.
For tickets: www.rispa.net or 678-620-3500.
March 27
“Cinderella” presented by the Atlanta Dance Theatre at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St.
Performances are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Tickets are $17 adults, $10.50 students/seniors and scouts.
For tickets: 404-438-3028 or www.dancers-backstage.com.
April 3 - May 2
“Tom Sawyer” presented by Kudzu Playhouse, 10743 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell (in the Brannon Square Shopping Center).
This is the classic story of Tom, Huck, Aunt Polly, and of course, Injun Joe. All the wonderful classic scenes that have become so familiar over the years come alive on stage.
Performances are on Saturdays & Sundays at 2 p.m. with special Saturday Evening performances April 17 and 24 at 7 p.m.
For information: www.kudzuplayhouse.org.
