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The Arts

Paul Stanley at Wentworth Art Gallery

Saturday, June 16, 5-8 p.m.

Front man of rock band KISS Paul Stanley will make a special appearance at the Wentworth Gallery at Phipps Plaza. A collection of his original paintings, mixed media originals, limited edition prints and hand-painted acrylic sculptures are presented at Wentworth Gallery locations across the U.S. R.S.V.P.s are highly suggested. Wentworth Gallery Phipps Plaza, 3500 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta 30326. Call 404-2330903 or visit wentworthgallery.com to find out more.

Summer MusicFest 2018

Friday, June 22 & Tuesday, July 3, 8 p.m. The Arts Council’s 2018 Summer MusicFest line-up includes the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra (ASO), June 22. and the Northwinds Symphonic Band, performing a Patriotic Pops Concert, July 3. Tickets for ASO are $35 for adults, $32 for seniors and $28 for students; tickets for Northwinds are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and students. The Arts Council Smithgall Arts Center, 331 Spring St., Gainesville, 30501. Call 770-534-2787 or visit TheArtsCouncil.net for tickets and more info.

For Book Lovers

A Conversation with President Bill Clinton

Wednesday, June 13, 7:30 p.m.

The Fox Theatre presents President Bill Clinton as he discusses his forthcoming novel “The President Is Missing,” written in collaboration with best-selling author James Patterson. The president will talk about issues this powerful thriller raises about the world. Tickets range from $55 to $135. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy., Atlanta 30339. Visit Foxtheatre.org for tickets and details.

Meet the Author: Philanthropist Clyde Strickland

Thursday, June 14, 6:30 p.m.

Clyde Strickland’s newest book “What Can I Do?” reveals how he rose from sharecropper’s son to educated CEO and what inspired him to become the patriot and philanthropist he is today. Free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Gwinnett County Public Library Suwanee Branch, 361 Main St., Suwanee 30024. Call 770-978-5154 or visit gwinnettpl.org for details.

Books for Breakfast Summer Series

Tuesday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Hungry for a good read and lively discussion? This book club is the answer. You’ll get your fill with each monthly selection and meet fellow bookworms. June’s featured book is “The Vengeance

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Learn Something

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Thursday, June 14, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Don’t miss this trip to the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth, where you’ll serve as a jury member for a mock trail. The day is full of interactive fun, and the fee includes transportation, breakfast reception and lunch. Cost is $15, $10 for Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta members. Reserve your spot at atlantajcc.org. You can also contact Earl Finley at 678-812-4000 or earl.finley@atlantajcc.org.

Tuesday, June 26, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Pets are known to bring joy, and many people believe they also bring good health to their owners by reducing stress and brightening lives. Lisa Bass, Community Outreach Manager with Good Mews, a no-kill cat shelter, discusses the benefits of pet ownership and volunteering at the shelter. Free, registration required. Senior Wellness Center, 1150 Powder Springs St., Ste. 100, Marietta 30064. Call 770-528-5355 or visit cobbcounty.org for details and to register.

Thursday, June 28, 1 p.m.

Part of the Savvy Senior Series program. Are you on Facebook but have concerns about security? Do you want to keep up with family and friends? So many questions. Come and get answers! Open to all seniors. Bethesda Park, 225 Bethesda Church Rd., Lawrenceville 30044. Get details and find more Gwinnett County Public Library events at gwinnettpl.org, or call 770-978-5154.