14 | March 5, 2020 | Dunwoody Crier | TheCrier.net
CALENDAR THE ROMANTIC GREATS CONCERT
CARMINA BURANA
This legendary cantata was written using 25 poems selected from medieval manuscripts and covers an array of themes, including political, religious, moral, erotic and satirical subjects. See the performance Sunday, March 8 at 3 p.m. at Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek. Performance partners include the Georgia Tech Chorale and the Atlanta Wind Symphony. Tickets are $15. For more information and tickets, visit thejohnscreekchorale.com.
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FEATURED: BEECH BAZAAR HOMESCHOOL EXPO
What: This event provides a place where interested families can see in one place all of the opportunities available to homeschoolers today. When: Thursday, March 5, 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College, 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Cumming Info: BeechHomeschool.com
OASIS
What: Divorce and separation is painful. North Point Community Church offers eight-week mentor-led groups to connect attendees with support to help move toward healing and personal restoration. When: Weekly, starting Thursday, Feb. 13, 7-9 p.m. Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info and registration: northpoint.org/oasis
MYSTERY ON THE HIGH SEAS FUNDRAISING GALA
What: Hear concertmaster Martha Gardner performing the Brahms Violin Concerto in D Major and Schumann’s Symphony No. 3 and guest conductor Colin Ogg leading the orchestra in a performance of Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture. Georgia Philharmonic. When: Saturday, March 14, 7-9 p.m. Where: Lassiter Concert Hall, 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta Cost: $10-25 More info and tickets: eventbrite.com/e/the-romanticgreats-tickets-55528761019
PICKING UP THE PIECES
What: The Johns Creek Arts Center hosts the Atlanta Collage Society’s most recent exhibit. When: Opening reception Saturday, March 14, 6-7:30 p.m.; Show open through April 25 Where: Johns Creek Arts Center, 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Building 700, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekarts.org
ST. BRENDAN FRYDAY FISH FRY
What: Enjoy a fish fry with dinein, take-out and drive-through options available. Adult and children’s menus. When: Every Friday through April 3, 5-8 p.m. Where: St. Brendan the Navigator, 4633 Shiloh Road, Cumming Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for ages 4-12, free for children 3 and under More info: stbrendansatl.com
What: Dress up in “cruise wear” and join for an evening of dinner, drinks and a murder mystery show. Proceeds benefit the Schiff School at Temple Emanu-El. When: Sunday, March 8, 6-9 p.m. Where: Temple Emanu-El, 1580 Spalding Drive, Sandy Springs Cost: $75 More info and tickets: bit.ly/ mystery-seas-2020
CAMP ALEFBET 2020
BECOMING STEPFAMILY SMART
LAWNS AND TURF
What: Blended family author, speaker and therapist Ron Deal will speak about Become Stepfamily Smart and offer insight for stepfamily parents. When: Thursday, March 12, 7-9 p.m. Where: North Point Community Church, 4350 Northpoint Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $10 Info: northpoint.org/events/ becoming-stepfamily-smart
What: Creative programming, experienced educators and happy campers for babies to Pre-K. When: June 1-July 30, Mondays-Fridays, flexible hours Where: Congregation Beth Shalom, 5303 Winters Chapel Road, Atlanta Cost: Prices vary More info: alefbetpreschool.com
EVENTS: What: Join Master Gardener David Alspaugh and learn about the different types of turf available for home landscaping, the pros and cons of each type, and tips for installation and maintenance of turf grasses. When: Saturday, March 14,11a.m.-noon Where: Dunwoody Community Garden & Orchard Greenhouse Complex, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: dcgo.org.
TAKE-A-PEEK TUESDAY
What: Take a quick peek at Autrey Mill’s building collections and hear about the preservation and research efforts. When: Tuesdays, noon-2 p.m. Where: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $2 More info: autreymill.org
ALL RECOVERY MEETING
BULLOCH HALL QUILT SHOW What: Features more than 150 quilts made by local artists. This year’s gallery is devoted to plant and animal species identified as endangered or threatened. When: March 6-15 Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell www.bullochhall.org/ quilt-show.html
AMERICAN CRAFT SHOW
What: As one of the largest juried fine craft shows in the Southeast, the event features 250 of the country’s top contemporary craft artists, specializing in everything from handmade ceramics to fine jewelry, apparel, furniture, home decor and textiles. When: March 13-15, times vary Where: Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway Southeast, Atlanta Cost: Tickets are $12 in advance Info: craftcouncil.org/atlanta
ROSWELL READS WRITING WORKSHOP
What: Kim Michele Richardson is a bestselling author who lives in Kentucky. She’s an advocate for the prevention of child and domestic abuse and the author of the bestselling memoir “The Unbreakable Child.” When: Friday, March 13, 1-3 p.m. Where: Roswell City Hall, Room 220, 38 Hill St., Roswell Cost: $10 More info: roswellreads.com
SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS
What: This program uses science-based tools to provide support for those who are affected by the addictive behavior of someone close to them. Not a twelve step program. When: Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Where: DecisionPoint Wellness Center, 1070 State Bridge Road, Suite 6, Johns Creek More info: smartrecovery.org
What: Join an open discussion for those in recovery from addiction or those affected by people with addiction. Not a twelve-step program. When: Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Where: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek More info: navigaterecoverygwinnett.org or 678-743-1808 x101
WEDNESDAY MORNING NETWORKING
What: Join for networking every Wednesday morning. When: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Where: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek Cost: $5 for members, $10 for guests More info: johnscreekga.gov or 770-495-0545
HEALTH AND FITNESS: DIRTY SPOKES CHARLESTON PARK TRAIL RACES
What: Runners registration for the 2019 Dirty Spokes Charleston Park 6.1/4.1 Mile Trail Running Race is open. Limited to 250 participants. When: Saturday, March 7, 8:30 a.m. Where: Dirty Spokes Charleston Park, 5850 Charleston Park Road, Cumming Cost: $30 More info and registration: trailrunner.com
FREE FIRST SATURDAY: FIVE SENSES HIKE
What: Educators will lead guests through sensory activities while hiking on our forested trails. Meet by the historic fireplace. Open to all ages. Space is limited. Inclement weather will result in cancellation. When: Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m. Where: Dunwoody Nature Center, 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodynature.org/ free-first-saturdays
