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The Dawson Community Chorale and the North Georgia College & State University Orchestra will present “Gloria” by Antonio Vivaldi.

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Humanities Focus Evening, Gainesville. 5-7 p.m. Nov. 15.

Thurmond McRae Auditorium, Brenau University, Gainesville. Free. kfrank@brenau.edu Purse sale, Oakwood. 5-8 p.m.

Nov. 16, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 17. Oakwood Gospel Tabernacle, 5004 McEver Road, Oakwood. All proceeds donated to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Forgotten Past, Gainesville. 10 a.m. Nov. 17. Northeast Georgia History Center, 322 Academy St. NE, Gainesville. Make Christmas gifts from nature. $40, members, $45 nonmembers. Advance registration appreciated. 770-297-5900, www. negahc.org or jcarson@brenau.edu 2012 Rabies & Wellness Clinic, Gainesville. 9-11 a.m. Nov. 17.

Georgia Mountains YMCA, 2455 Howard Road, Gainesville. $10 per shot, $20 per microchip and $15 for a one-month supply of flea and tick product. Humane Society of Northeast Georgia. 770-532-6617, www.HSNEGA.org Rabies and Microchip Clinic, Gainesville. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov.

outdoors events This week

“2012 — The End of Time?” Dahlonega. 8 p.m.

Nov. 16. What does the Mayan Calendar really have to say about the world coming to an end on Dec. 21. Free. Coleman Planetarium North Georgia College & State University, Dahlonega. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. With clear sky, the observatory will open for telescope viewing following the show. jjones@ northgeorgia.edu.

Stars Over Elachee handson telescope workshop, Gainesville. 5–7 p.m.

Nov. 17. Elachee Nature Science Center. Learn how a telescope works, how to set up a large 6-inch Dobsonian telescope and then use it to take a tour

17. 4175 Nopone Road, Gainesville.

The Hall County Animal Shelter will hold a rabies and microchip clinic at the new North Hall Park. Rabies vaccination $10, microchip $20, both $25. 678-450-1587, animalshelter. hallcounty.org High School Gingerbread Competition, Young Harris. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Nov. 17. Brasstown Valley Resort.

Free. 706-379-4606, www. brasstownvalley.com “Tellabration!” Storytelling Event, Sautee Nacoochee. 8 p.m. Nov. 17.

Center Theatre. Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, 283 Ga. 255 N., 706-878-3300, www.snca.org Sew-In charity and monthly meeting, Clarkesville. 9 a.m. Nov. 20.

Clarkesville United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Clarkesville. Guests welcome and new memberships encouraged. 706-878-1898.

Upcoming

Community Contra Dance, Sautee Nacoochee. 6:30-11 p.m. Nov. 24.

Historic Gym. Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, 283 Ga. 255 N., Sautee Nacoochee. Potluck dinner, lessons, dancing. $8 adults; $7 members, $4 students. 706-8783300, www.snca.org Christmas at the Cabin, Sautee

of the moon, planets, stars and constellations.

Reservations are required for each of the telescopes. $10 adults, $5 under 12 and free for Elachee members.

Recommended for ages 8 and up. 770-535-1976

Upcoming

Clayton Clucker’s Turkey Trot “Almost 5K” race, Clayton.

9 a.m. Nov. 22. Clayton Merchants & Business Association. 706-782-1520.

Walk Off That Turkey Hike, Tallulah Falls. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 23. Tallulah Gorge State Park. Guided hike is strenuous and involves climbing over and under rocks and logs, jumping from rock to rock, and possibly getting your feet wet. Participants must be 10 or older. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.

Full Moon Hike, Tallulah Falls. 6–8 p.m. Nov. 28.

Nacoochee. Dec. 1. Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, 283 Ga. 255 N., Sautee Nacoochee.

African-American Heritage Site. 706878-3300, www.snca.org Forgotten Skills: Keeping Traditions Alive, Class 5, Gainesville. Dec. 15.

Northeast Georgia History Center, 322 Academy St. NE, Gainesville.

Cooking meals outdoors using the dutch oven and bamboo. Class limited to 12. $65, $60 for members.

Advance registration appreciated.

Ages 10 and older; 770-297-5900, www.negahc.org or jcarson@brenau. edu Community Contra Dance, Sautee Nacoochee. 6:30-11 p.m. Dec. 29.

Historic Gym. Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, 283 Ga. 255 N., Sautee Nacoochee. Potluck dinner, lessons, dancing. $8 adults, $7 members, $4 students. 706-8783300, www.snca.org

Ongoing

Dahlonega Old Fashioned Christmas, Dahlonega. December. Downtown Dahlonega. Holiday lights, decorated shops, extended shopping hours, Santa, carolers, entertainment, wine sampling, live theater events.

706-864-3513 or 706-482-2707, dahlonega.org

Tallulah Gorge State Park, Tallulah Falls. Enjoy the gorge in the magical, shimmering light of the full moon. $5 admission, $5 parking. 706-754-7981.

Jingle Bell Run/Walk, Lawrenceville. 8 a.m. Dec. 1.

2125 Tribble Mill Parkway, Lawrenceville. Wear a holiday-themed costume and tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Adult $30, ages 18 to 6 $25, 5 and younger $10. 678-237-4458, pmcadams@arthritis.org or www.jbrwgwinnett.org Holiday Hustle 5K, Gainesville. 8:30 a.m.

Dec. 1. 2801 Allen Creek Road, Gainesville. 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Georgia Firefighter’s Burn Foundation. $30, $75 family rate. 770-531-6838, Active. com or aaaraceservices. com HO HO Hustle 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, Oakwood. 4:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Oakwood

City Park, Railroad Ave., Oakwood. 5K event under the lights of Oakwood to benefit the Disability Resource Center of Hall County. 5K $20 before Dec. 1, $25 after. Active.com or aaaraceservices.com

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CCC Saturday rides, Gainesville. 10 a.m. Various loop routes from Dewberry Church on Clarks Bridge Road. Distances, 8 to 50 miles, and difficulty, easy to strenuous, rider’s choice.

Chicken City Cyclists 770-534-7075, or unnoldl@ charter.net.

Triathlon Club, Gainesville.

No experience necessary.

Meets 7 p.m. second Tuesdays, Fit 2 Tri Store, 1292 Thompson Bridge Road, Gainesville. 770-7129129, fit2tri@gmail.com.

ISI Cycling, Gainesville. 7:30 a.m. Saturdays; 7:30 a.m.

Sundays, Corinth Baptist

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Church, Thompson Bridge Road; Thursdays 6 p.m.

Dewberry Baptist Church, Clarks Bridge Road. Free. www.isicycling.com.

Elachee’s Trail Crew Work Day. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. first Saturday each month. Bring water, lunch, gloves and rain gear. Tools, training, and refreshments provided.

Free. Under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Call to preregister.

Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, 770-535-1976. www.elachee.org.

First Saturday Hike, Gainesville. 10-11:30 a.m. first Saturday each month.

Guided hike. $5 adults, $3 ages 2-12, younger than 2 and Elachee members free.

Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville. 770-535-1976. www.elachee.org.

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Light up the holidays Lake Lanier Islands marks 20 years of magical displays From staff reports It’s a holiday tradition that combines something old and something new in a dazzing display.

Friday, Lake Lanier Islands Resort will switch on its yearly illumination celebration, the 20th annual Magical Nights of Lights.

The holiday-themed driving tour of lights first debuted in 1993 and included about 40 animated light displays.

Opening night drew some 76 cars.

Over its two decades, the show has grown in size, scope and popularity, drawing an estimated 200,000 to 250,000 people.

The display will open 5-10 p.m. nightly Nov. 16 to Dec. 31. Admission is $60 per vehicle, $90 for 10-to19 passenger vans; $250 for 20-plus buses.

This year’s event will pay homage to some traditional favorites while introducing a few new additions, such as ice skating and trolley rides with refreshments.

“It means a great deal to my family that Lake Lanier Islands Resort holds such a special place in the hearts and holiday traditions of so many people throughout the Southeast,” said Mike Williams, CEO of Lake Lanier Islands Resort and member of the Williams

Magical Nights of Lights When: 5-10 p.m. Nov. 16 to Dec. 31 Where: Lake Lanier Islands How much: $60 per vehicle, $90 for 10-to-19 passenger vans; $250 for 20-plus buses.

More info: www. lakelanierislands.com, 770-945-8787.

family, who purchased the lease rights to the resort in 2005.

“Because this is the 20th Anniversary of Magical Nights of Lights, we wanted to make it particularly special for all of our guests.”

Jingle Mingle fills the square From staff reports It may only be November, but it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in some parts of Gainesville.

The merchants around the downtown square are all gearing up for the annual Jingle Mingle, presented by Main Street Gainesville and the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.

The event, from 5-8 tonight, will include lots of holiday treats, food, drinks and extended shopping hours. Each downtown shop will offer special discounts or

activities for children and refreshments.

Groups will be caroling around the square and the Believers Concert Band from Gainesville First United Methodist Church will be performing in the Main Street Market. Brian Ulrich will be playing live at Frames You-Nique, where everyone is asked to stop and register for the Mingle.

And at 7 p.m., everyone will gather for the official lighting of the Christmas Chicken on top of Main Street Market.

Other traditions like rides on the kiddie train and the Mingle with Kringle photo opportunity with Santa will also be available this year.

For $10, parents will be able to purchase a disc with pictures of their child with

Santa.

If you miss the photo opportunity today, Mingle with Kringle will continue inside Main Street Market, 118 Main St. in Gainesville, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 1 and Dec. 8.

Also, the 17th series of the Gainesville ornament will be available for purchase.

Although there’s no charge to attend, visitors are encouraged to stop in Frames You-Nique, 104 Main St., and make a suggested $1 donation for Meals on Wheels or bring a toy or canned good for LifeLine Mission at the Hair Shack.

For a complete schedule, visit www.facebook. com/Historic.Downtown.

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Appalachian Thanksgiving, Dawsonville.

10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 22.

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dawsonville. Handmade folk toys and churning butter. Reservations required lodge’s Thanksgiving Buffet. $5 parking.

706-344-1505.

Christmas in Downtown Clayton. 5-8 p.m. Nov. 23. Clayton Merchants & Business Association. 706-782-1520.

Annual Lighting of the Village, Helen. 6 p.m. Nov. 23. Downtown Helen. 706878-2181.

Festival of Trees, Helen. 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 23-Dec. 8. Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Helen. View beautifully decorated trees throughout Unicoi Lodge. $5 parking. 800-573-9659 ext.

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X-Ray Week crafts, Gainesville. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 26-30. 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. $1 with paid admission, members free. 770-536-1900, www.inkfun.org.

Flowery Branch Christmas Tree Lighting & Roll ‘n’ Stroll. 2-6 p.m. Dec. 1. Flowery Branch. 678-698-1387, flowerybranchga. org.

Habersham Christmas Parade, Cornelia.

Dec. 1. 4-7 p.m. Downtown Cornelia.

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Monster Week crafts, Gainesville. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 15-16. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids, 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville. $1 with paid admission, members free. 770-536-1900, www. inkfun.org.

Braselton Holiday Celebration, Braselton.

Nov. 17. Festival and parade, Braselton Park.

Appalachian Christmas, Cleveland.

Nov. 17. Babyland General, 300 N.O.K. Drive, Cleveland. 706-865-2171, www. cabbagepatchkids.com.

Fun at the Fort, Winder. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 17. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder. Tours include various interactive activities and educational opportunities. $3 admission, $5 parking. 770-867-3489.

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10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 19-23. 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. $1 with paid admission, members free. 770-5361900, www.inkfun.org.

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BY SAVANNAH KING

sking@gainesvilletimes.com The Dawson Community Chorale and the North Georgia College & State University Orchestra will present “Gloria” by Antonio Vivaldi at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday at the Dawsonville First Baptist Church.

Leslie Kupkowski, president of the Dawson Community Chorale, said the performance will be a great way to get people warmed up for the holiday season.

She said the “Gloria” is a

well-known and well-loved masterpiece and though it isn’t necessarily a seasonal tune, it is very popular during the holiday season.

She said the joyful sounds of the classical song will delight the audience as much as will the five other pieces of music presented during the performance.

A reception with refreshments will follow the performance at 8:30 p.m.

The choir and orchestra will preform together again at 8 p.m. Nov. 30, at the Dahlonega United

Methodist Church. Call the Dawson County Arts Council for more information, 706-216-2787.

Tickets are $10 for general admission, $8 students and DCAC members and children under age 10 are free.

The concert helps raise funds for both musical groups.

Proceeds from the ticket sales for the Dawsonville performance will go to Dawson Community Chorale and tickets for the Dahlonega concert will benefit the orchestra.

Here comes a mighty wind Area schools set wind ensemble concert From staff reports The Piedmont College Wind Ensemble Partnership will present a concert at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in the Chapel at the college in Demorest.

The upcoming performance, which will feature 88 performers from several area high schools, includes works from the early 20th century, including “E Pluribus Unum”

by Fred Jewell, to a 2012 piece titled “The Stormchasers” by Robert Sheldon.

The concert is free and open to the public.

The Wind Ensemble Partnership began last year with three area schools and now includes the Piedmont Music Department and musicians from Habersham Central,

Madison County and Rabun County high schools, as well as Riverside Military Academy and Tallulah Falls School.

As part of the partnership, Piedmont provides grants to the school band programs to provide instructional improvement such as guest artists and clinics.

“We believe that arts education partnerships between colleges and high schools may be one of the most effective means of inspiring young people and sharing knowledge and resources,” Piedmont College Department of Music Chairman Wallace Hinson said.

The concert will be conducted by Vicki Pinson with program host Hoyt LeCroy.

North Ga. singers to present ‘Messiah’ From staff reports It’s not too early to feel the spirit.

The North Georgia College & State University Singers will present the Christmas portion of Handel’s “Messiah” at 8

p.m. Nov. 15 at Dahlonega United Methodist Church.

The 80-person chorus, under the direction of John M. Broman, will feature student and community soloists and will be accompanied by a chamber orchestra.

Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the door or by calling the Performing Arts Department at 706864-1423. The concerts are a major fundraiser to help with spring tour expenses to the United Kingdom in March.

concert calendar This week

ARCO Chamber Orchestra, Athens. 8 p.m.

Nov. 15. Hodgson Concert Hall, Athens.

706-542-4400 or 888-289-8497, www. pac.uga.edu.

“Messiah,” Dahlonega. 8 p.m. Nov. 15.

Dahlonega United Methodist Church, Dahlonega. 80-person chorus featuring student and community soloists accompanied by a chamber orchestra. $10. 706-864-1423.

Open Stage Night, Sautee Nacoochee.

7 p.m. Nov. 15. Center Theatre. Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, 283 Ga. 255 N., Sautee Nacoochee.

Musicians, singers, songwriters, writers and performers. Free, donations welcome.

706-878-3300, www.snca.org Wind Ensemble recital, Demorest. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15. Piedmont College Chapel, 165 Central Ave., Demorest. Free. www. piedmont.edu Hannah Thomas, Jen Foster and Antigone Rising, Dahlonega. 8 p.m. Nov. 15. The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. $10 in advance $15 at the door. 706-864-3982, www. thecrimsonmoon.com.

Jason Kenney Solo Acoustic, Dahlonega.

6 p.m. Nov. 16. The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. Free. 706-8643982, www.thecrimsonmoon.com.

Matthew Kahler, Dahlonega. 8 p.m.

Nov. 16. The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. 706-864-3982, www. thecrimsonmoon.com.

Steel String Session Concert, Blue Ridge.

Nov. 17. Blue Ridge Community Theater. $20. 706-632-9223, www.blueridge

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Nov. 17. The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. $20 in advance, $22 at the door. 706-864-3982, www. thecrimsonmoon.com.

“Gloria,” Dawsonville. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17.

900 Ga. 9 N., Dawsonville. $10 general admission, $8 students and Dawson County Arts Council members, children 10 and younger, free. 706-216-2787.

Greybeard’s Bluegrass And Beyond Jam Session, Dahlonega. 7-9 p.m. Nov. 18.

The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. $5. 706-864-3982, www. thecrimsonmoon.com.

JJ Evans “The Next Chapter,” Gainesville.

7 p.m. Nov. 18. Pearce Auditorium, Brenau University, 500 Washington St., Gainesville. Christian soul. $10 in advance, $12 at door. jj.ticketbud. com/jjevansthenextchapter2012 or jjevansmedia@gmail.com “Il Portale Musicale,” Gainesville. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19. John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts, Banks Recital Hall, Brenau University, Gainesville. Free. 770538-4764, www.brenau.edu/music

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Jackie Evancho And Orchestra: Songs from the Silver Screen, Atlanta. Nov. 25.

Atlanta Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 800-745-3000 www. ticketmaster.com Holiday Concert, Gainesville. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 26. John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts, Hosch Theatre, Brenau University, Gainesville. Brenau University’s Spectrum Singers, Vocal Chamber Ensemble and musical guests from community. Free. 770-538-4764.

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The movie takes on a difficult topic — alcoholism — from a fresh perspective, and while it offers truths, it doesn’t beat us over the head with a message.

Clocking in at less than 85 minutes, there isn’t a wasted moment (pun intended).

All of this gives the film an immediacy one rarely finds at the multiplex.

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SCRAPOMATIC featuring the lead vocalist of the Derek Trucks Band, Dahlonega. 8 p.m. Nov. 17. The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. $20 in advance, $22 at the door. 706-864-3982, www.thecrimsonmoon.com.

Greybeard’s Bluegrass And Beyond Jam Session, Dahlonega. 7-9 p.m.

Nov. 18. The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. $5.

706-864-3982, www. thecrimsonmoon.com.

Juried Student Design Show, Gainesville. Nov. 6 to Dec. 6. Simmons Visual Arts Center, Sellars Gallery, Brenau University, Gainesville. Free.

Reception 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 15. 770-534-6263, www.brenau.edu.

Hannah Thomas, Jen Foster and Antigone Rising, Dahlonega. 8 p.m. Nov. 15. The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega. $10 in advance $15 at the door.

706-864-3982, www.thecrim sonmoon.com.

Jason Kenney Solo Acoustic, Dahlonega. 6 p.m. Nov. 16.

The Crimson Moon Cafe, 24 N. Park St., Dahlonega.

Free. 706-864-3982, www. thecrimsonmoon.com.

Steel String Session Concert, Blue Ridge. Nov. 17. Blue Ridge Community Theater. $20. 706-632-9223, www. blueridgecommunitytheater.com

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Quinlan Christmas on Green Street Children’s Holiday Arty Party, Gainesville.

5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 2. Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 514 Green St. NE, Gainesville. Galleries and gift shop open to all. Children ages 5-14. Free. 770-5362575, www.quinlanartscenter.org.

Community Contra Dance, Sautee Nacoochee. 6:30-11 p.m. Nov. 24. Historic Gym. Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, 283 Ga. 255 N., Sautee Nacoochee. Potluck dinner, lessons, dancing. $8 adults; $7 members, $4 students. 706-878-3300, www.snca.org

Appalachian Thanksgiving, Dawsonville. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 22. Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dawsonville. Reservations required lodge’s Thanksgiving Buffet. $5 parking. 706-344-1505.

Sew-In charity and monthly meeting, Clarkesville. 9 a.m. Nov. 20. Clarkesville United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Clarkesville. Guests welcome and new memberships encouraged. 706-878-1898.

“The Curious Savage,” Gainesville. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27-29.

Gainesville Performing Arts Center, 830 Century Place, Gainesville. $5. ghstheatre@bellsouth.net.

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Lake Lanier Islands Resort will switch on its yearly illumination celebration, the 20th annual Magical Nights of Lights.

Magical Nights of Lights.

The Piedmont College Theatre Department will present a tale of three outsiders during the Great Depression, in the Blackbox Theater of the Swanson Center for Performing Arts and Communications in Demorest. Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-17 and a 2 p.m. matinee Nov. 18.

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Get ready for lots of holiday treats, food, drinks and extended shopping hours. Each downtown shop will offer special discounts or activities for children and refreshments.

Jingle Mingle.

Monster Week crafts, Gainesville. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 15-16. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids, 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville. $1 with paid admission, members free. 770-536-1900, www.inkfun. org.

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‘Smashed’ a smashing indie winner JEFF MARKER jmarker@gsc.edu

Film Review “Smashed” is an example of many things I love about independent film.

It’s made by a young, promising director, James Ponsoldt, from Athens.

It features a handful of stars willing to take on what are for them small roles, but for the film makes the difference between being seen and not being seen.

The movie takes on a difficult topic — alcoholism — from a fresh perspective, and while it offers truths, it doesn’t beat us over the head with a message.

Clocking in at less than 85 minutes, there isn’t a wasted moment (pun intended).

All of this gives the film an immediacy one rarely finds at the multiplex.

“Smashed” centers around Kate (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) and her husband Charlie (Aaron Paul), who have a happy marriage, as long as they’re drunk.

They drink. A lot. And while it seems casual initially, it doesn’t take long to see the destructive side of their drinking.

The first morning we meet Kate, she wakes up to discover she has wet the bed. This apparently happens regularly.

She then downs a beer in the shower. Before getting out of her car at work, she takes a few swigs of whiskey from a flask.

Then she goes into work: teaching elementary school.

While teaching class, Kate vomits, then lies to her students, saying she is sick because she is pregnant.

That’s a good morning

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Aaron Paul, as Charlie, cooks as Mary Elizabeth Winstead, as Kate, hugs him in a scene from “Smashed.”

compared to the few that follow. As Kate puts it, things are going from embarrassing to dangerous.

Kate is an alcoholic in a steady downward spiral, no question.

We see it, and soon after the opening credits, Kate begins to recognize it. The movie’s twist on the alcoholism drama is that the people closest to Kate do not see it.

Charlie, a writer with few responsibilities, likes their lifestyle. Kate’s mother (Mary Kay Place) is an alcoholic in denial herself, and when Kate tells her she is sober, her mother is more worried about how it might affect Charlie.

Kate’s principal (Megan Mullally) believes the pregnancy story and begins giving Kate

extraordinary leeway, which enables her drinking.

Soon, though, Kate confides in a colleague (Nick Offerman), who invites her to an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting.

This sets Kate on the path to sobriety, but that becomes merely the beginning of her problems as her desire to clean up impacts every relationship in her life.

The film staggers a line between terrifying and funny.

Drunk from partying with Charlie at a karaoke bar, Kate gives a ride to a girl stranded at the bar. The girl talks Kate into trying crack. Next thing she knows, Kate wakes up the following morning in the middle of a parking lot.

The situation is horrific, but it’s also rather absurd and,

therefore, oddly funny. At least, Winstead and Ponsoldt find the unexpected humor in the situation.

The movie continues to lace the drama with comedy, until the story reaches an undeniably dramatic pitch, but even then the tone is surprising.

True independent films don’t have the luxury of a big budget, which means they can’t rely on special effects, shooting in high profile locations or other types of visual spectacle. Indie films are measured by the quality of their writing and acting, and whether they offer a unique voice.

“Smashed” succeeds in all of those categories.

The role is a huge career leap for Winstead, who will now earn consideration for weightier dramatic roles. She has worked

Starring: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Aaron Paul, Octavia Spencer, Nick Offerman, Megan Mullally Rated: R, for alcohol abuse, language, some sexual content and brief drug use Runtime: 1 hour, 31 minutes Bottom line: Outstanding drama/comedy from a local talent

her way into the lead actress category, but never has she had the opportunity to showcase her surprisingly strong acting chops.

It is a tremendous boost for Ponsoldt’s career, too. He is currently in post-production on a film titled “The Spectacular Now” (shot in Athens), with a cast that’s even more impressive than the one he had for “Smashed.”

It’s incredibly gratifying to watch one of Northeast Georgia’s own building a career based on talent and quality work.

Jeff Marker teaches film and literature at Gainesville State College. His reviews appear weekly in Get Out and on gainesvilletimes.com/getout.

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Showtimes

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Hollywood Stadium Cinemas 770-539-9200 120 Green Hill Circle NW, Gainesville

Regal Mall of Georgia Stadium 20 678-482-5858

3333 Buford Drive, Suite 3000, Buford

Alex Cross (PG-13) Thu. 8:05 Argo (R) Thu. 1:30-4:30-7:15-10:00 Fri.Sun. 10:30-1:30-4:30-7:25-10:10-12:55 Cloud Atlas (R) Thu. 12:00-3:45-7:30 Flight (R) Thu. 12:10-1:35-3:20-4:35-6:307:35-9:35 Fri.-Sun. 10:10-1:10-4:10-7:1510:30 Fun Size (PG-13) Thu. 3:10-8:00 Here Comes the Boom (PG) Thu. 1:35-4:107:05-9:35 Fri.-Sun. 10:10-12:40-3:10 Hotel Transylvania (PG) Thu. 1:30-4:00-6:40 Lincoln (PG-13) Fri.-Sun. 10:15-12:45-1:454:00-7:10-7:35-10:20 The Man With the Iron Fists (R) Thu. 12:152:40-5:10-7:50-10:10 Fri.-Sun. 4:3510:25-12:50 Paranormal Activity 4 (R) Thu. 1:25-3:405:55-8:10

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Pitch Perfect (PG-13) Thu. (11:00-1:45-4:30) 7:15 Fri.-Sun. (1:00-3:45) 7:00-9:45 Sinister (R) Thu. (11:30-2:10-4:50) 7:30 Fri.-Sun. (2:35) 7:35 Skyfall (PG-13) Thu.-Sun. (12:00-3:25) 6:45-10:00 Taken 2 (PG-13) Thu. (12:25-2:50-5:15) 7:40 Fri.-Sun. (12:25-2:50-5:15) 7:40-10:10 Twilight Saga Marathon (Not Rated) Thu. (11:30) The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 (PG13) Thu. 12:30 Fri.-Sun. (12:30-1:00-3:203:50) 6:10-7:00-9:00-9:50 Wreck-It Ralph (PG) Thu. (1:40) 7:00 Fri.Sun. (2:45) 8:05 Wreck-It Ralph 3D (PG) Thu. (11:00-4:20) Fri.-Sun. (12:00-5:25)

Bargain shows denoted by parenthesis ( ).

Argo (R) Thu. 1:15-4:00-6:45 Fri. 1:15-4:00 Sat.-Sun. 1:15-4:00-6:45-10:00 Cloud Atlas (R) Thu. 1:30-5:00 Flight (R) Thu.-Sun. 1:00-4:00-7:00-9:30 Here Comes the Boom (PG) Thu. 1:45-4:457:15 Fri. 1:45-4:15-7:00-10:00 Sat.-Sun. 1:45-4:45-7:15-9:45 Hotel Transylvania (PG) Thu. 1:30-4:15 The Man With the Iron Fists (R) Thu. 2:154:45 Paranormal Activity 4 (R) Thu. 2:15-4:45 Pitch Perfect (PG-13) Thu. 1:45-4:15-6:45 Fri. 1:45-4:15-6:45-10:00 Sat.-Sun. 1:454:15-6:45-9:30 Sinister (R) Thu. 2:00-4:30-7:15 Fri.-Sun. 2:00-4:30-7:15-9:45 Skyfall (PG-13) Thu. 12:30-1:15-3:45-4:307:00-7:00-7:45-9:30 Fri.-Sun. 12:30-1:153:45-4:30-7:00-7:45-9:30 Taken 2 (PG-13) Thu. 2:15-4:45-7:15 Fri.Sun. 2:15-4:45-7:15-10:00 Twilight Saga Marathon (Not Rated) Thu. 12:00 The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 (PG13) Thu. 10:00-10:00-10:00-10:01-10:02 Fri.-Sun. 12:00-12:45-1:30-2:00-2:303:30-4:00-5:00-5:30-6:15-6:45-7:30-8:159:00-9:30-10:00 Wreck-It Ralph (PG) Thu. 2:00-4:30-7:3010:00 Fri. 2:00-4:30-7:00-9:15 Sat.-Sun. 2:00-4:30-7:00-10:00 Wreck-It Ralph 3D (PG) Thu. 1:15-4:00-7:00 Fri. 1:15-4:00-6:45-9:15 Sat.-Sun. 1:154:00-6:45-9:30

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Habersham Hills Cinemas 6 706-776-7469 2115 Cody Road, Mount Airy

Sony Pictures Classics

Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Kate Hannah, left, sits with Octavia Spencer as Jenny in a scene from “Smashed.”

Pitch Perfect (PG-13) Thu. 2:20-4:55-7:3010:10 Fri.-Sun. 11:40-2:20-4:55-7:3510:15-1:00 The Sessions (R) Fri.-Sun. 10:05-12:302:50-5:10-7:30-9:50-12:10 Silent Hill: Revelation (R) Thu. 2:30-7:10 Fri.-Sun. 9:40-11:55 Silent Hill: Revelation 3D (R) Thu. 12:104:50-9:30 Sinister (R) Thu. 2:10-4:50-7:25 Skyfall (PG-13) Thu. 12:00-1:10-1:55-3:104:15-5:00-6:20-7:20-8:10-9:30-10:25 Fri.-Sun. 10:00-11:00-12:00-1:05-2:103:20-4:20-5:20-6:30-7:30-8:30-9:4010:40-11:40-12:50 Skyfall: The IMAX Experience (PG-13) Thu. 12:50-3:55-7:00-10:05-1:05 Fri.-Sun. 12:35-3:50-7:00-10:05-1:05 Taken 2 (PG-13) Thu. 12:55-5:35-10:20 Fri.Sun. 5:00-10:50 Twilight Breaking Dawn Marathon (Not Rated) Thu. 11:25 The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 (PG-13) Thu. 10:00-10:15-10:30-10:4011:20-11:30-11:40-12:01-12:20-12:3012:45-1:00-1:10-1:20-1:30 Fri.-Sun. 10:00-10:20-10:40-11:00-11:20-11:40-12:401:00-1:20-1:40-2:00-2:20-2:40-3:40-4:00-4:205:00-5:20-5:40-6:00-6:20-6:40-7:00-7:20-7:40-

8:00-8:20-8:40-9:00-9:20-10:00-10:2011:00-11:20-11:40-12:01-12:20-1:00 Wreck-It Ralph (PG) Thu. 12:20-1:40-2:554:20-5:30-7:00-9:35 Fri.-Sun. 11:10-1:504:25-7:05-9:45-12:15 Wreck-It Ralph 3D (PG) Thu. 1:05-2:203:45-5:00-6:25-7:40-9:05-10:20 Fri.-Sun. 10:25-12:10-1:00-2:50-3:35-5:25-8:0010:30

Movies 400 678-513-4400

415 Atlanta Road, Cumming

Argo (R) Thu. (10:30-1:25-4:15) 7:05 Fri.Sun. (12:45-3:35) 6:45-9:35 Chasing Mavericks (PG) Thu. 7:10 Cloud Atlas (R) Thu. (11:05-2:40) 6:15 Flight (R) Fri.-Sun. (12:15-3:25) 6:35-9:45 Frankenweenie (PG) Thu. (12:05-2:25-4:45) Here Comes the Boom (PG) Thu. (11:151:50-4:25) 7:00 Fri.-Sun. (12:50-3:25) 6:50-9:25 Hotel Transylvania (PG) Thu.-Sun. (12:102:35-5:00) 7:25 Lincoln (PG-13) Fri.-Sun. (11:50-3:10) 6:309:50 Paranormal Activity 4 (R) Thu. (12:15-2:354:55) 7:45 Fri.-Sun. (12:15-5:15) 10:15

Here Comes the Boom (PG) Fri.-Sun. 1:304:15-7:15-9:30 Paranormal Activity 4 (R) Fri.-Sun. 12:453:00-5:15-7:30-9:15 Skyfall (PG-13) Thu. 3:45-7:00-10:15 Fri.Sun. 12:30-3:45-7:00-10:15 Taken 2 (PG-13) Fri.-Sun. 1:15-3:15-5:307:45-10:00 Twilight Saga Marathon (Not Rated) Thu. 12:00 The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 (PG13) Thu. 10:00 Fri.-Sun. 12:00-2:30-5:007:30-10:00 Wreck-It Ralph (PG) Fri.-Sun. 1:00-4:007:00-9:45

Dawson 400 Stadium Cinemas 706-216-1622 189 North 400 Center Lane, Dawsonville

Argo (R) Thu. 1:05-4:15-7:15 Fri.-Sun. 1:05-4:15-7:05-9:45 Flight (R) Fri.-Sun. 1:10-4:05-7:05-9:15 Here Comes the Boom (PG) Thu. 1:00-4:057:15 Fri.-Sun. 12:05-2:35-4:55-7:20-10:00 Hotel Transylvania (PG) Thu. 12:35-2:454:55 The Man With the Iron Fists (R) Thu. 12:352:50-5:05 Sinister (R) Thu. 12:50-4:00-7:00 Fri.-Sun. 1:15-4:05-7:00-9:30 Skyfall (PG-13) Thu. 12:30-1:15-3:45-4:307:00-7:45-10:15 Fri.-Sun. 12:00-1:153:00-4:30-7:00-7:45-9:45 Taken 2 (PG-13) Thu. 12:30-2:40-4:50-7:05 Fri.-Sun. 12:15-2:25-4:35-7:05-10:00 Twilight Saga Marathon (Not Rated) Thu. 12:00 The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 (PG13) Thu. 10:00-10:00-10:00-10:00-10:00 Fri.-Sun. 12:00-12:45-2:30-3:30-5:006:15-7:30-9:00-10:00 Wreck-It Ralph (PG) Thu. 5:00-9:30 Fri.Sun. 1:30-4:00-7:00-9:30 Wreck-It Ralph 3D (PG) Thu. 1:15-7:25

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now showing Movie reviews from Associated Press. Stars out of four.

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continuing ‘Lincoln’

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HHH (PG-13 for an intense scene of war violence, some images of carnage and brief strong language.) The movie is actually a wonky, nuts-and-bolts lesson about the way political machinery operates than a sweeping historical epic that tries to encapsulate the entirety of the revered 16th president’s life. That was a smart move on the part of Spielberg and Pulitzer prize-winning screenwriter Tony Kushner.

Talky and intimate but also surprisingly funny, “Lincoln” focuses on the final four months of Abraham Lincoln’s life as he fought for the passage of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, abolishing slavery, and sought to unite a nation torn apart by the Civil War. This tumultuous period provides a crucible to display everything Lincoln was made of, both his folksiness and fortitude.

Totally unsurprisingly, Daniel Day-Lewis inhabits the role fully. He disappears into it with small details

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and grand gestures, from his carriage to the cadence of his speech, and the Academy should probably just give him the best-actor Oscar now and get it over with. Although “Lincoln” itself often feels too conservative, stagey and safe, Day-Lewis’ performances is full of so many clever choices that he keeps it compelling.

Of course, the film has all the top-notch technical hallmarks we’ve come to expect from Spielberg: It’s handsomely staged and impeccable in its production design. But this is a movie that’s easier to admire than love; it’s impressive but not exactly moving. Tommy Lee Jones, James Spader, John Hawkes and David Strathairn are among the supporting cast that might be too crammed with gifted character actors.

‘Skyfall’

HHHH (PG-13 for intense violent sequences throughout, some sexuality, language and smoking.) To borrow a line from Depeche Mode, death is everywhere.

James Bond’s mortality has never been in

such prominent focus.

Simultaneously thrilling and meaty, this is easily one of the best entries ever in the 50-year, 23-film series, led once again by an actor who’s the best Bond yet in Daniel Craig.

So many of the elements you want to see in a Bond film exist here: the car, the tuxedo, the martini, the exotic locations filled with gorgeous women.

Adele’s smoky, smoldering theme song over the titles harkens to the classic 007 tales of the 1960s. In the hands of director Sam Mendes, it almost feels like

a reinvention of the series.

With Mendes collaborating once again with the great cinematographer Roger Deakins, it’s definitely the most gorgeous. This time, James Bond must try and protect his nononsense boss, M (the

always intelligent and dignified Judi Dench), from what feels like a very personal attack, even as it seems that she may not necessarily be protecting him in return. Javier Bardem pretty much steals this entire movie away from

a cast of esteemed and formidable actors as the villainous Silva, the former MI6 agent getting his revenge against this staid, old-fashioned organization in high-tech, ultra-efficient ways that make him seem unstoppable.

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Puppet show will entertain, ‘Mother Hicks’ opens at Piedmont’s Blackbox open little eyes and ears

BY SAVANNAH KING

From staff reports The Piedmont College Theatre Department will present “Mother Hicks,” a tale of three outsiders during the Great Depression, in the Blackbox Theater of the Swanson Center for Performing Arts and Communications in Demorest.

Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-17 and a 2 p.m. matinee Nov. 18.

Tickets are $5. Piedmont College faculty, staff, and students are admitted free.

Saturday’s performance will be interpreted for the hearing impaired, with a talk-back for the audience to follow. To reserve tickets, call the Theatre Box Office at 706-778-8500 extension 1355.

The play marks the directorial debut for the Department of Theatre’s newest faculty member, Kathy Blandin.

Set in 1935, “Mother Hicks” takes place in the town of Ware, Ill., in the heat of the Great Depression. There we meet three people living on the outskirts of society: a young deaf man, an orphan girl known by the townsfolk simply as “Girl,” and a mysterious older woman who lives all alone

theater events This week

GTA’s “The Producers,” Gainesville. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-17; 2:30 p.m. Nov. 17.

Brenau University’s Hosch Theatre in the John S. Burd Center, 429 Academy St., Gainesville. $20-24 for adults, $18-22 for seniors and $14-16 for students.

678-717-3624, www. gainesvilletheatrealliance. org “Mother Hicks,” Demorest.

7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-17, 2 p.m.

Nov. 18. Piedmont College, Demorest. $5. 706-7788500 ext. 1355. piedmont. edu.

Aurora Theatre’s Funny Fridays, Lawrenceville.

7:15 p.m., 9:15 p.m.

Nov. 16-17. 128 E. Pike

‘Mother Hicks’ When: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-17, 2 p.m.

Nov. 18 Where: Swanson Center for Performing Arts and Communications, Massachusetts Boulevard, Demorest How much: $5; Piedmont College faculty, staff, and students free More info: 706-778-8500, ext. 1355

on a hill outside of town.

A haunting tale told through signlanguage and poetry, “Mother Hicks” recounts the difficult journey we all make in life, the journey to discover who we are on the inside and where we really belong.

“Mother Hicks” author Suzan Zeder is one of the most popular playwrights for young audiences in contemporary theater.

She teaches playwriting at the University of Texas at Austin and is a four-time winner of the American Alliance of Theatre and Education’s Distinguished Play Award.

St., Lawrenceville. $15.

678-226-6222, www. auroratheatre.com Gainesville Lions Club Children’s Theater, Gainesville.

10 and 11:30 a.m. Nov. 17.

Gainesville Civic Center, 830 Green St., Gainesville. 404310-0905.

Comedian James Gregory, Dahlonega. 7 p.m. Nov. 17.

The Holly Theater, 69 W.

Main St., Dahlonega. $27$35. www.hollytheater.com.

Upcoming

“Over The River and Through The Woods,” Blue Ridge. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23-Dec. 9. Blue Ridge Community Theater. $18, $9 students. 706-6329223, www.BlueRidge CommunityTheater.com

sking@gainesvilletimes.com By taking the kids to watch a puppet show this Saturday, you can help people in the community with hearing and vision loss.

The Gainesville Lions Club has scheduled its annual Children’s Theater for Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Gainesville Civic Center.

The Children’s Theater is one of the group’s two major fundraisers. Proceeds go to help purchase hearing aids, eyeglasses and the support of many other community projects.

Children’s Theater Chairman Jim Schwartz said the puppet shows are always a big hit with both parents and children.

“We’ve never had a bad one they’ve always raved over it,” Schwartz said.

For a donation of $5, children will get the opportunity to watch That Puppet Guy, Lee Bryan, an Atlanta-based puppeteer. Schwartz said no child will be

turned away from the show.

Bryan will preform “The North Pole Fa-La-La-La Follies.” The show features a colorful cast of characters including a wise-cracking fruitcake, a musical goose, the “not-so-abominable snowman and many more. The zany residents of the North Pole perform in their annual talent show and some “hilarious holiday high jinks” ensue.

The show is geared for children in pre-kindergarten to age 5. The holiday production promises to “sleigh” the audience.

Show times are 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The 45-minute performance will conclude with a behind-the-scenes puppet demonstration where children can see how the various puppets are brought to life on stage. Children will also be able to pose for photos beside Bryan and the puppets after the show.

Donations and tickets can be purchased at the door or by sending a check to The Children’s Theater, P.O. Box 963, Gainesville, GA 30503.

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arts events This Week

Make Your Own Basket, Helen. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 17. Smithgall Woods State Park, Helen.

Leave with a completed berry basket. Advance registration required. $35, $5 parking. 706-878-3087.

Folk Pottery Demonstration, Sautee Nacoochee. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 17. Folk Pottery Museum. Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, 283 Ga. 255 N., 706-878-3300, www. snca.org Mistletoe Arts Market and Sugarplum Tea Room, Blairsville. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Nov. 17, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Nov. 18. North Georgia Technical College, 121 Meeks Ave., Blairsville.

706-896-0932, www. mtnregartscraftsguild.com

Upcoming

Quinlan Christmas on Green Street Children’s Holiday Arty Party, Gainesville. 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 2. Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 514 Green St. NE, Gainesville. Galleries and gift shop open to all.

Children ages 5-14. Free.

770-536-2575, www. quinlanartscenter.org Dog and Pony Show, Gainesville. Reception opening Dec. 6, 5:30-7 p.m. Through Feb. 16.

Call for artists to submit work relating to animals.

A portion of the proceeds will go to the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia. $10 for one, $15 for two. Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 514 Green St. NE, Gainesville. 770-536-2575,

2013 Youth Art Competition and Pottery Studio Exhibit, Helen. March 3-16. Helen Arts and Heritage Center, 25 Chattahoochee St., Helen. Opening reception March 3. Free. 706-8783933, www.helenarts.org or info@helenarts.org “Mountain Matters,” opening reception. 5-7 p.m. March 21. Helen Arts and Heritage Center, 25 Chattahoochee St., Helen.

706-878-3933, www. helenarts.org or info@ helenarts.org “Dreamwork” opening reception. 5-7 p.m. May 23.

Helen Arts and Heritage Center, 25 Chattahoochee St., Helen. 706-878-3933, www.helenarts.org or info@ helenarts.org

Ongoing

Juried Student Design Show, Gainesville. Nov. 6 to Dec. 6. Simmons Visual Arts Center, Sellars Gallery, Brenau University, Gainesville. Free. Reception 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 15. 770534-6263, www.brenau. edu.

Oconee Student Art Exhibit, Watkinsville.. Nov. 8-30.

Oconee Campus Gallery, Gainesville State College, 1201 Bishop Farms Parkway, Watkinsville. 678717-3438, gallery@gsc.edu “Imminent Overgrowth” Art Exhibit, Oakwood. Nov. 1-28.

Roy C. Moore Art Gallery, Gainesville State College, 3820 Mundy Mill Road, Oakwood. Artwork by Heather Deyling. Free. 678717-3707, www.gsc.edu “The South American Song,” Gainesville. Through the month of November.

Works by artist Cecillia

Espinosa Murphy. Inman Perk Cafe, 102 Washington St., Gainesville. Free. 770532-1636.

65th Annual Members’ Exhibition, Gainesville.

Through Dec. 1. Showcase of Quinlan members’ artwork. Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 514 Green St. NE, Gainesville. Free.

770-536-2575, www. quinlanartscenter.org.

Exhibit: Palmetto Hands Fine Crafts, Gainesville.

Simmons Visual Arts Center, Sellars Gallery, Brenau University, Gainesville. 770-534-6263, www.brenau.edu. Free.

Oil Painting from Still Life with Mary Ellen Rand, Sautee Nachoochee. 1-4 p.m.

Tuesdays. Comprehensive oil painting instruction working from a still life.

Although it is helpful to have had prior oil painting experience, beginners are welcome. $35 per class. snca.org.

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A recital of various compositions performed by music majors at Brenau University

Monday, November 19, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts 429 Academy St., Gainesville Campus www.brenau.edu

free and Open tO the public / fOr infOrmatiOn call 770.538.4764