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Join us this Spring as SCC encourages you through his music and inspires you through his stories. But don’t worry, in addition to new music he will “still” be playing some of his well-known favorites you’ve enjoyed over the years! www.mpaconline.org/events

Gentri

Opelika Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 Lafayette Pkwy, Opelika Gentri features three dynamic tenors who have pioneered a signature sound they term “Cinematic Pop”, infused with lush orchestrations and three-part harmonies, all composed by the group’s producer and musical director, Stephen Nelson. www.eastalabamaarts.org

Edges through Friday, April 7, 2023 Telfair Peet Theatre, 350 West Samford Avenue, Auburn Edges explores young people on the edge of adulthood. Each song in this engaging song-cycle explores universal concerns of love, luck, longing, and asks what happens next.

Opelika Theatre Company presents

Clue: On Stage through Sunday, April 2, 2023 Southside Centre for the Arts, 1103 Glenn Street, Opelika Opelika Theatre Company is proud to present CLUE on Stage. This hilarious who-dun-it is based on the board game Clue and will have you rolling in the aisles. elikatheatrecompany.com/ticketsshows

Common Grounds

Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, 901 South College Street, Auburn Art, coffee, and conversation Thursday nights at the Jule. Every week will feature a new host to guide a casual tour through our galleries. www.jcsm.auburn.edu

Friday, March 31

Sundilla presents Kim Richey in Concert (Advance tickets are just $20 and can be found at Spicer’s Music, Ross House Coffee, and online. Admission at the door will be $25.)

450 E. Thach Avenue, Auburn Free coffee, tea, water, and food will be available, and the audience is always welcome to bring their own favorite food or beverage. www.facebook.com/sundilla

Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway, Columbus, Ga Come hear the comedy of the mom next door. www.rivercenter.org/event/leanne-morgan-justgetting-started/

Saturday, April 1

2nd Annual Breakfast with the Bunny Kiesel Park, 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn This event is for ages 3 and under, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required and will open on Monday, March 6. www.auburnalabama.org/parks

Monday, April 3

Adult Easter Egg Hunt through Friday, April 7, 2023 Find special eggs throughout the City of Opelika by following clues posted on @opelikaparks social media pages. www.opelika-al.gov/829/adult-easter-egg-hunt

Tuesday, April 4

Little Sprouts

Columbus Botanical Gardens, 3603 Weems Road, Ga The class is designed as an exposure experience in which there are three parts: sit and get either through a talk, piece of literature or a presentation; exploration through a hands-on experience which can look like a game, scavenger hunt, data collection activity; a craft which ties the two experiences together. columbusbotanicalgarden.org/events/little-sprouts/

Thursday, April 6

Flashlight Egg Hunt

Opelika Sportsplex Amp, 1001 SportsPlex Pkwy, Opelika Hunt for eggs in the dark! Bring a flashlight and a basket. Look for special prizes and golden eggs. 3rd-5th graders and is free and open to the public. www.opelika-al.gov/713/Flashlight-Egg-Hunt

Friday, April 7

Underwater Egg Hunt www.opelika-al.gov/714/underwater-egg-hunt

Opelika SportsPlex & Aquatics Center, 1001 SportsPlex Pkwy, Opelika Hunt for eggs in the pool and receive prizes. Ages 6-10.

Saturday, April 8

Easter on the Square www.opelika-al.gov/715/easter-on-the-square

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Downtown Opelika Hosted by Opelika SportsPlex. Ages 2nd grade and younger invited.

43rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Kiesel Park, 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn Hosted by Auburn Parks and Recreation. www.facebook.com/cityofauburna

Second Saturday at Pioneer Park

6500 Stage Road, Loachapoka A group of history reenactors gather at the LCHS Museum in period attire to demonstrate their arts and crafts. Blacksmiths are working at the forge, spinners and weavers are in the textile room, the gardeners are in the gardens, crafts and seasonal activities are scheduled, and someone is always cooking up a meal in the fireplace or outdoors. www.leecountyhistroicalsociety.org

Friday, April 14

Trinity Irish Dance Company www.goguecenter.auburn.edu/trinity-irish-dancecompany/

Gogue Performing Arts Center, 910 South College Street, Auburn Founded in 1990 by pioneering artistic director Mark Howard, TIDC uses Irish dance as an instrument and a metaphor, redefining the medium with passion, flair and precision.

Saturday, April 15

Nerf War Zone www.opelika-al.gov/830/nerf-war-zone

9:00 AM Spring Villa Park, 1474 Co Rd 148, Opelika Bring your Nerf Gun and ammo for an outdoor nerf battle. Ages 6-8, 9:00-10:30am, Ages 9-12, 11:00am12:30pm.

Thursday, April 20 through Sunday, April 23, 2023 Telfair Peet Theatre, 350 West Samford Avenue, Auburn Join Auburn professors and choreographers Adrienne

…And Dance!

Wilson and Jeri Dickey, along with numerous honored guest artists from important moments in the program’s history. theatretickets.auburn.edu/Online/default.asp

Saturday, April 22

Spring Old 280 Boogie www.standarddeluxe.com

Standard Deluxe, 1015 Mayberry Avenue, Waverly Come join in for a weekend of festivities with fantastic music, local food vendors, artisans, and great southern vibes!

Smokey Robinson www.goguecenter.auburn.edu/smokey-robinson/

Gogue Performing Arts Center, 910 South College Street, Auburn A prolific singer-songwriter, record producer and executive, Smokey Robinson is a cornerstone figure of American music.

D1 Life Foundation 5K & Fun Run

Town Creek Park, 1150 South Gay Street, Auburn Join us in celebrating the inaugural D1 Life Foundation 5K & Fun Run! This race is in honor of AHS student Dylan Pegues, a dedicated brother, teammate & friend to all. The family can enjoy a relaxed 1-mile Fun Run or a challenging 5K which will start & finish at Town Creek. www.d1life.org

12th Annual Bo Bikes Bama

Auburn Arena We invite you to join us in supporting the Alabama Governor’s Emergency Relief Fund. Join us in Auburn and choose from a 20-mile and a 60-mile route, or register to “ride from home” if you are unable to attend in person. www.bobikesbama.com

Saturday, April 29

Auburn CityFest iesel Park, 520 Chadwick Lane, Auburn Auburn’s largest free outdoor festival featuring live music, arts & crafts, fine arts vendors, children’s activities, food and more! FREE to the public and is a rain or shine. www.auburncityfest.com

Every Monday

Opelika Public Library Movie Mondays

10:00 AM

For more information, email Library@opelika-al.gov.

Every Tuesday

Opelika Public Library Jr. Book Club

For more information, email Library@opelika-al.gov.

Every Wednesday

Opelika Public Library Baby & Me

For more information, email Library@opelika-al.gov.

Walk This Way Walking Club

For more information, email Library@opelika-al.gov.

Every Thursday

Opelika Public Library Jr. Robot Crew

For more information, email Library@opelika-al.gov.

Every Friday

Opelika Public Library Story time life in U.S. is different from the English I studied in Korea. The expressions might be different.

For more information, email Library@opelika-al.gov.

Please check with each venue prior to attending the event to verify the information provided is still accurate and up to date.

The second thing is the healthcare system. The medical system is very good in Korea. It’s a national health insurance system, not private insurance like the U.S., so hospital bills are cheaper. It is easier to make appointments than in the United States. Walk-in is available in almost every hospital.

And the most challenging thing for us is that there is no family to help with caring for my children. In Korea, I could get help from my parents or in-laws, but in the U.S., I am physically tired because I have to do everything with my husband. So some- times I am envious of my friends in Korea when they leave their children with their parents to go out for dinner with their spouses.

What has been the most rewarding thing about the move?

I can take care of my family more. Because my family is the only family we have in the U.S., my husband and I rely on each

My first son Brandon is five years old and was born in Korea. He first came to the U.S. when he was eight months old. He is a very active, talkative, and pleasant boy with a warm heart. He likes Roblox and Minecraft games like other five-year-old boys. He wants to be a banker in the future. When I asked him why he

Our daughter, Irene, was born in the United States, and is three years old. She has big brown eyes, and her behavior is cute. Her favorite is Peppa Pig, and her future dream is to be a princess.

How has living here been beneficial for your children?

I think bilingualism is the most significant benefit of living in the U.S.. My husband and I speak Korean to our children at home, and they speak English at school. I teach them Korean and English together. I think being bilingual will give our children more opportunities in the

What are some things your family likes to do together?

My family likes to have a barbecue together. My husband and I like to spend time with our children, buying ingredients for the barbecue, and then grilling and eating in the backyard. Our children like to sing, so we always spend time listening to children’s

What are some ways you are making friends, and what do

The friends I’ve made in the U.S. are usually the mothers of my son’s friends. I met these friends during his activities. Luckily, two friends I went to middle and high school with in Korea also moved to Auburn. When my kids go to school, we work out together, grab a coffee, and chat. We share a lot of information, share the hardships of immigration life and support each other.