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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. Tick ets are $15. For more information and tickets, visit thejohnscreekchorale.com.

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BEECH BAZAAR HOMESCHOOL EXPO What: This event provides a place where interested fami lies 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 Commu nity Church offers eight-week mentor-led groups to connect attendees with support to help move toward healing and per sonal restoration. When: Weekly, starting Thurs day, Feb. 13, 7-9 p.m. Where: North Point Commu nity Church, 4350 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta More info and registration: northpoint.org/oasis

MYSTERY ON THE HIGH SEAS FUNDRAISING GALA 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

BECOMING STEPFAMILY SMART What: Blended family author, speaker and therapist Ron Deal will speak about Become Step family Smart and offer insight for stepfamily parents. When: Thursday, March 12, 7-9 p.m. Where: North Point Commu nity Church, 4350 Northpoint Parkway, Alpharetta Cost: $10 Info: northpoint.org/events/ becoming-stepfamily-smart

CALENDAR THE ROMANTIC GREATS CONCERT What: Hear concertmaster Martha Gardner performing the Brahms Violin Concerto in D Major and Schumann’s Sympho ny 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: event brite.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 Sat urday, 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 Naviga tor, 4633 Shiloh Road, Cumming Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for ages 4-12, free for children 3 and under More info: stbrendansatl.com

CAMP ALEFBET 2020 What: Creative programming, experienced educators and happy campers for babies to Pre-K. When: June 1-July 30, Mon days-Fridays, flexible hours Where: Congregation Beth Shalom, 5303 Winters Chapel Road, Atlanta Cost: Prices vary More info: alefbetpreschool.com

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LAWNS AND TURF What: Join Master Gardener David Alspaugh and learn about the different types of turf avail able for home landscaping, the pros and cons of each type, and tips for installation and mainte nance 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 Pre serve, 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek Cost: $2 More info: autreymill.org

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 endan gered 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 Gal leria 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 af fected 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

ALL RECOVERY MEETING What: Join an open discussion for those in recovery from addic tion or those affected by people with addiction. Not a twelve-step program. When: Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Where: Emory Johns Creek Hos pital, 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 Charles ton 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 Charles ton Park, 5850 Charleston Park Road, Cumming Cost: $30 More info and registration: trail runner.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 Cen ter, 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodynature.org/ free-first-saturdays

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