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VALENTINE’S PRINCESS PARTY

What: Princesses and the prince of their choice will learn step-by-step dance moves, then enjoy free pictures and Valentine's treats. Princesses must be accompanied by a prince 18 years of age or older.

When: Thursday, Feb. 9, 5-7 p.m.

Where: North Shallowford Annex, 4470 N. Shallowford Road, Dunwoody

Cost: $35 per couple

More info: dunwoodyga.gov

Author Talk With Birdel Jackson

What: Author and storyteller Birdel Jackson will discuss his autobiography, “Growing Up Donnie & Kaki: the First 18 years,” which follows the journey of Birdel and his sister, Carol Ann, through their first 18 years growing up in segregated Memphis, Tennessee, through the 1940s and ’50s. The event is free, but registration is encouraged.

When: Thursday, Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Mimosa Hall, 127 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell

More info: roswellgov.com

OPEN-HEARTH COOKING WITH CLARISSA CLIFTON

What: Living history interpreter and cook Clarissa Clifton demonstrates open-hearth cooking using recipes from both African traditions and known Black female cooks, including Abigail Fisher, Flora Mae Hunter and Mashama Bailey. Clarissa explains the methods of cooking over an open fire using traditional cast iron cookware. Please note that this is for educational demonstration purposes only. Visitors may not participate or taste food due to safety concerns. Demonstrations are offered free to the public and will be in the Cookhouse behind the historic house museum.

When: Saturday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta Street, Roswell

More info: roswellgov.com

BLACK HISTORY BRAIN BOWL

What: Middle school students are invited to engage in a lively and challenging head-to-head trivia of Black History. Bowl questions will be Black History related and cover topics such as science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM). The event is free, but registration is required.

When: Saturday, Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Virtual

More info: roswellgov.com

DJOLI KELEN’S REVOLUTIONS IN RHYTHMS AND MOVEMENTS

What: There will be two "revolving" consecutive classes happening. Dance/ History and Music/Song. In each of the sessions, students will learn various components centered around Continental African, Diasporic, and Contemporary/ Black dance, music, song and history. Registrants will be broken up between the two rooms and revolve to the next as each session ends. There will be essay reading

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

What: Sixty world-class films, narrative and documentary features alongside two handpicked shorts programs, the 23rd annual festival brings Atlanta Jewish Film Festival’s mission to life, inspiring diverse communities with cross-cultural understanding.

When: Feb. 8-21, times vary

Where: City Springs, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs

Cost: Prices vary by date and film

More info: ajff.org and guided discussions. Bring a bag lunch.

When: Sunday, Feb. 12, 12-4 p.m.

Where: East Roswell Recreation Center, 9000 Fouts Road, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com

‘COMPLETENESS’ AT STAGE DOOR THEATRE

What: How does a computer scientist hook up with a molecular biologist? He blinds her with science, of course. When Elliot builds a computer program to help Molly with her research project, the variables in their evolving relationship shift as rapidly as the terms of their experiment. This deft and imaginative new ROM-comedy shows that even the most sophisticated algorithm may freeze in the face of love’s infinite possibilities.

When: Up to Feb. 12, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Stage Door Theatre, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody

Cost: $35 for adults, $20 for students, $15 for children

More info: stagedoortheatrega.org

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

What: Sixty world-class films, narrative and documentary features alongside two handpicked shorts programs, the 23rd annual festival brings Atlanta Jewish Film Festival's mission to life, inspiring diverse communities with cross-cultural understanding.

When: Feb. 8-21, times vary

Where: City Springs, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs

Cost: Prices vary by date and film

More info: ajff.org

Women In Jeopardy

What: Liz, Mary and Jo are three mutually supportive, single-again-after-40 friends who have a lot of thoughts about Liz's new boyfriend. Is he a dentist with an odd hobby, a celebrity look-alike, or a serial killer…or maybe all three? It’s “Sex and the City” meets “Murder, She Wrote” in a modern comedy.

When: Feb. 16-March 5, times vary

Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell

Cost: $34-37

More info: get.org

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Black History Month Murals Exhibit

What: Large scale murals have been commissioned by local artists and displayed along the Brook Run Park Skate Park perimeter fence.

When: Through February

Where: Brook Run Skate Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody More info: dunwoodyga.gov

Enchanted Woodland Trail

What: The fairies and gnomes have been busy building whimsical houses along Chattahoochee Nature Center’s forested trails. Slow down as you search for houses made from tiny natural objects. Take notice of the beautiful and enchanting features of the winter woods.

When: Up to Feb. 28, open daily

Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell

Cost: $15 for adults

More info: chattnaturecenter.org

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