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2013-2014 Calendar 10 a.m. (additional shows on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m.) 770-594-623; www. roswellgov.com Kids Can Write June 24 – 28, Kids Can Write Children’s Creative Writing Camps at Barrington Hall. Mary Ann Rodman, acclaimed children’s book author and writing instructor, will conduct the camp. Guided exercises, creative thinking, individual and group instructions and a field trip or two will teach children how to write their stories. Ages 10 – 14; $250 per camper for one week (Monday – Friday). Advance reservations required. 770-640-3855. Margaret Mitchell’s French Connection June 26, Barrington Hall Wednesday Lecture Series presents Margaret Mitchell’s French Connection, by Bill Browning. Admission is $5 per person. Reservations strongly suggested. Lecture begins at 7 p.m. and doors open at 6:30 p.m. Complimentary light refreshments available. 770640-3855 to schedule or for additional information. Patriotic Celebration Concerts June 28 & 30, RUMC Patriotic Celebration Concerts. The 120-voice RUMC Sanctuary Choir and 60 member Atlanta Wind Symphony join forces to present this inspiring musical tribute to our nation, honoring her heritage of freedom and the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces. Tickets are complimentary but necessary to ensure seating at these concerts that draw thousands. 770-594-0512 or www.rumc. com Mrs. Georgia America Pageant June 30, Mrs. Georgia America Pageant at Roswell Cultural Arts Center. 612-8674973 Georgia 400 Century Bike Ride June 30, Georgia 400 Century Bike Ride. Experience the opportunity to actually ride on GA 400. Begin from exit 7 to exit 6, then choose from a selection of routes that make it possible for all levels to enjoy the beauty and challenge of the GA 400 Century Bike Ride. www.ga400century.com farmers market June - September, 2012, 2013 – Johns Creek Farmers Market – The Farmers Market, held at Newtown Park, offers
about 32 vendors who sell locally grown produce that is certified organic, certified naturally grown or sustainably grown.
July 2013 Dinner-theatre July 20 - Aug. 17, DINNERTHEATRE, The New American Shakespeare Tavern, “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” www.shakespearetavern.com, 499 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta GA 30308, 404-874-5299 Archie and Gulie July 1, 2013 – January 31, 2014, Archie and Gulie: The Smith’s Born from Reconstruction. This exhibit highlights the children of Archie and Gulie and their lives in the late nineteenth century. As the often overlooked generation of the family, the exhibit aims to share untold details. www. archibaldsmithplantation.org Puppet Show Series July 1-6, Puppet Show Series at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center presents Circus FantaSea (no show on July 4th). Shows at 10 a.m. (additional shows on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m.) 770-594-623; www.roswellgov.com Fireworks July 3, Join the Chamber of Commerce for the annual third of July fireworks at the Cumming Fairgrounds. Riverside Sounds Concert Series July 6, Riverside Sounds Concert Series at Riverside Park. Free outdoor concerts. www.riversidesounds.com Camp Rough Riders July 8 – 12, Camp Rough Riders at historic Bulloch Hall. Exciting history camp for children ages 6 – 11. Experience life in the 1800s, crafts including candle dipping, ice cream making, open hearth cooking and more all on the grounds of Teddy Roosevelt’s mother’s childhood home. $180 per child; 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. applications online at www.bullochhall.org or call 770-992-1731 ext. 2. Kids Can Write July 8 – 12, Kids Can Write Children’s Creative Writing Camps at Barrington Hall. Mary Ann Rodman, acclaimed children’s book author and writing instructor, will conduct the camp. Guided exercises, creative thinking, individual and group instructions and a field trip or two will teach children how to write their stories. Ages
10 – 14; $250 per camper for one week (Monday – Friday). Advance reservations required. 770-640-3855.
10 – 14; $250 per camper for one week (Monday – Friday). Advance reservations required. 770-640-3855.
Puppet Show Series July 8 – 13, Puppet Show Series at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center presents Three Bears. Shows at 10 a.m. (additional shows on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m.) 770-594-623; www. roswellgov.com
Give My Regards to Broadway July 26 - Aug. 11, Combine the greatest show tunes of George M. Cohan with a sparkling story and you have the most entertaining, charming, toe-tapping musical of the ACT 1 season.
Butterfly Festival July 13 & 14, 14th Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival at Chattahoochee Nature Center. www.chattnaturecenter. org Manners Camp July 15 – 19, Manners Camp at Bulloch Hall in the Osage Terrace Room. $375 per child; 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. applications available at www. bullochhall.org Puppet Show Series July 15 – 20, Puppet Show Series at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center presents Beauty and The Beast. Shows at 10 a.m. (additional shows on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m.) 770-594-623; www. roswellgov.com Fast Pitch World Series July 16 - 21, The USSSA Fast Pitch Recreational/Allstar program will guarantee a 4-game competition for each team entered. Movies series July 18, "Christmas in July: Snow Tubing in the Park" will be shown on a huge inflatable screen at Friendship Community Park. Alive After Five July 18, Alive After Five in Roswell’s Historic District. Best Street Party in Metro Atlanta. Enjoy live music, outside vendors, late hours by retailers, face painting, free trolley, balloons and more. www. alilfeafterfiveroswell.com Midget Association EAstern Grands July 19 - 28, We will have lots of fun activities, delicious food and of course lots of great racing at the Cumming Fairgrounds. Kids Can Write July 22 - 26, Kids Can Write Children’s Creative Writing Camps at Barrington Hall. Mary Ann Rodman, acclaimed children’s book author and writing instructor, will conduct the camp. Guided exercises, creative thinking, individual and group instructions and a field trip or two will teach children how to write their stories. Ages
August 2013 Dinner-theatre Aug. 9 - Sept. 1, DINNERTHEATRE, The New American Shakespeare Tavern, “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged),” www.shakespearetavern.com, 499 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta GA 30308, 404-874-5299 Riverside Sounds concert Series August 3, Riverside Sounds concert at Riverside park. Free outdoor concert series . www. roswellriversidesounds.com Old Soldiers Day August 3, In tribute to the devoted, the city hosts a road race, parade with floats, marching bands, military units, classic cars, clowns, music and candy. Alive After Five August 15, Alive After Five in Roswell’s Historic District. Best Street Party in Metro Atlanta. Enjoy live music, outside vendors, late hours by retailers, face painting, free trolley, balloons and more. www.alilfeafterfiveroswell.com A Midsummer Night's Mayor’s Run and Fun August 17, bring your running buddies, friends and family to enjoy a 5K Race, Fun Run, movie and block party.
Ice cream social August, Miss Mary’s Ice Cream Crankin’ to benefit The Drake House; www. thedrakehouse.org.
September 2013 Riverside sounds Concert Series September 7, Riverside sounds Concert Series at Riverside Park. Free outdoor concerts. www. roswellriversidesounds.com Family Fall FEstival Held Sept. 7 in Johns Creek. Run for Autism September 2, The Labor Day Run for Autism is a great way to support families living in our community who are affected by Autism. We added a 5K this year! Walkers and Strollers welcome at this family friendly event IronKids Alpharetta September 15, For ages 6-15 swim, bike, run competition with emphasis on fitness and fun. Alive After Five September 19, Alive After Five in Roswell’s Historic District. Best Street Party in Metro Atlanta. Enjoy live music, outside vendors, late hours by retailers, face painting, free trolley, balloons and more. www.alilfeafterfiveroswell.com The Works of Our Hands September 20 – 28, The Works of Our Hands presented by the Magnolia Sampler Guild at Bulloch Hall. $8 adults; $7 seniors, $6 children ages 6 – 18. www.bullochhall.org or 770992-1731
Ms. Senior Georgia Pageant August 17 & 18, Ms. Senior Georgia Pageant at Roswell Cultural Arts Center. 770-6400265.
Roswell Arts Festival September 21 & 22, 47th Annual Roswell Arts Festival in Historic Town Square. Drawing artists and craftsmen from across the Southeast, the event features fine arts, original crafts, music, performing arts, children’s activities and an array of food vendors. www. roswellartsfestival.com
TRILOGY TROLLEY CRAWL August 17, The Southern Trilogy “TRILOGY TROLLEY CRAWL,” from 7 – 11 p.m. Come early, party down, and experience the atmosphere and cuisine of 3 great cities without leaving Roswell. $40 per person, buy in advance. More details at www.southerntrilogy. com
Native American Day September 22, Native American Day at Smith Plantation Home. Cherokee Indian Occupation Day features “Buck & Richie” as they take children through a day in the life of a Cherokee Indian. 11 a.m.; $5 admission. .; www. archibaldsmithplantation.org or 770-641-3978
Movies series August 24, "The Sandlot" will be shown on a huge inflatable screen at Friendship Community Park.
YSC Tour de Pink September 28, Kick off Breast Cancer Awareness month with Atlanta area’s only bike ride for breast cancer.
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