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Summer MusicFest 2018

Saturdays, Aug. 4 & 18, 8 p.m.; gates open at 6 p.m. The Arts Council’s 2018 Summer MusicFest lineup continues with Back In Time on Aug. 4 and the Swingin’ Medallions on Aug. 18. Tickets for the 9-piece rock-n-roll band Back In Time are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and students. Tickets for Swingin’ Medallions, known as the ‘Party Band of the South,’ are $28 general admission. The Arts Council Smithgall Arts Center, 331 Spring St., Gainesville, 30501. Call 770-534-2787 or visit TheArtsCouncil.net for tickets and more info.

Community

National Hot Dog Month Celebration

Wednesday, July 11, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. July is National Hot Dog Month, so celebrate with one of America’s favorite foods. Learn the history of the hot dog from Andy Katelik and enjoy a delicious beef hot dog with toppings and sides, catered by Skips Chicago Dogs. Music provided by DJ Greg Picciano. $12 for Cobb residents, $15 for non-residents. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta 30066. Call 770-509-4900 or visit cobbcounty.org for more info.

KnowlEdgewise Speaker Series

Thursdays, July 12 & 26, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) invites everyone to listen to expert speakers as they give fascinating presentations on a variety of topics ranging from history and international affairs, to wellness and current events. Free and open to the community. Berman Commons, 2026 Womack Rd., Dunwoody 30338. Find out more by visiting atlantajcc.org/knowledgewise or contacting Earl Finley at 678-8124070 or earl.finley@atlantajcc.org.

Splash into Shabbat Ice Cream Social

Friday, July 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Join Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) at the Old Fourth Ward Splash Pad to celebrate the summer. Bring your own picnic lunch and join other families for an afternoon of splashing. Challah, grape juice and ice cream pops are provided. Open and free to the public, must register. Old Fourth Ward Splash Pad, 800 Dallas St., Atlanta 30308. Get additional info and register at atlantajcc.org.

Aloha to Aging Inaugural Gala

Saturday, Aug. 18, 5 p.m. Aloha to Aging is a 501c3 organization that empowers aging family members, their caregivers and the community with quality, targeted programming. The group’s gala will honor Dr. Betty Siegel, President Emeritus of Kennesaw State University. The reception and silent auction begin at 5 p.m.; the dinner and program start at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person. Proceeds will fund programs and services for enhanced quality of life for seniors, their care partners and the community. KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Dr., Kennesaw 30144. For tickets and more information, visit alohatoaging.org and click on the Inaugural Gala link, or email info@alohatoaging.org.