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Greetings!
"The purpose of art is washing the dust off the daily life of our souls."
Pablo Picasso
What better way to "dust off your soul" than by attending some of the outstanding performances and events brought to you by ARTSandy Springs. In its second year, ArtSSprings 2009 is an exciting fe stival of events designed for you to enjoy music, theater, literature, art exhibits, culinary adventures, a garden party, and even a ShowStoppers talent competition for students in the Sandy Springs community! Find your interest in the calendar below and save the date!
ARTSandy Springs is a grassroots effort dedicated to focusing on arts in our community and enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of Sandy Springs. If you're already a member, we thank you for your support. If you're interested in becoming a member, please visit our website at www.artsandysprings.org.
Print out the calendar below and save the dates!
Bernadine Richard and Peggy Stapleton
ArtSandySprings Directors
www.artsandysprings.org
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ArtSSprings 2009 Calendar
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ArtSSprings 2009 Calendar of Events (*=free)
Saturday, April 18
Cabaret Trilogy (8 to 10 p.m.)
Enjoy a sparkling evening of music and dance from New York to Las Vegas to the heart of Sandy Springs. $15 per person.
Broadway Grill & Cabaret
5920 Roswell Road
For reservations, call 404-257-8883
Sunday, April 19
Beginning & Endings (And Life in Between) Concert (4 p.m.)
The Georgia Tech Chorale and Chamber Choir will perform an afternoon of music and poetry reflecting upon our earthly physical sojourn, as well as the spiritual life that transcends ephemeral existence.
St. John United Methodist Church
550 Mt. Paran Road
www.cyberbuzz.gatech.edu/chorale
Tuesday, April 21
*Garden Lecture (6 p.m.)
Speaker Kevin Kuharic, Landscape Director of the Oakland Cemetery, will present a captivating lecture on "Heirloom Plants & the Rural Cemetery Movement" at the Garden Room.
Heritage Green
6075 Sandy Springs Circle
404-851-9111
Atlanta Theatre-To-Go (7:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Two romantic comedies by local playwrights in "Love through the Ages," which prove you are never too old to love. Donations appreciated.
Hammond Glen
335 Hammond Drive
404-374-9542
Three Inspirational Tenors (7:30 p.m.)
Three heavenly voices with a piano player who will leave the Yamaha smoking! $10 at the door.
St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church
7171 Glenridge Drive
770-719-0749
Tuesday, April 28
Atlanta Theatre-To-Go (7:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Two short plays explore the theme of what it takes to make your life
meaningful. Donations appreciated.
Hammond Glen
335 Hammond Drive
404-374-9542
*Latin DanceWorkshop (7to 8:30p.m.)
Abernathy Arts Center
254 Johnson Ferry Road
404-303-6172
Wednesday, April 29
Wind Down Wednesdays (5:30 to 7 p.m.)
Wind down your busy week with beverages and live music from Foxxy Cleopatra at the Sandy Springs Society Entertainment Lawn. $5 per person (includes one drink).
Heritage Green
6075 Sandy Springs Circle
404-851-9111
Thursday, April 30
Songs and Silliness: Music and Comedy (8 p.m.)
Comedy and Broadway music from top comedians and singers, featuring Dan Britt and Eric Dannell. $25 ($5 goes to support ArtSS).
Dinner available. Call for reservations.
The Punchline
280 Hilderbrand Drive
404-252-5233
Friday, May 1
* Georgia Artists: A Juried Art Exhibition (6 to 8:30 p.m.)
Close encounters with the most gifted artists among us, along with a fabulous wine and cheese reception.
Abernathy Arts Center
254 Johnson Ferry Road
404-303-6172
Saturday, May 2
Gourmet Dinner (7 p.m.)
Savor five scintillating courses, each paired with the perfect wine, at the International Culinary Institute. $60 per person. Reservations required.
The Art Institute of Atlanta
6600 Peachtree Dunwoody Road
100 Embassy Row
770-689-4851
Cabaret Trilogy (8 to 10 p.m.)
Enjoy a sparkling evening of music and dance from New York to Las
Vegas to the heart of Sandy Springs. $15 per person.
Broadway Grill & Cabaret
5920 Roswell Road
For reservations, call 404-257-8883
* Brushstrokes Art Group Exhibition (11 to 4 p.m.)
20 recognized local artists will display their art on the triangle at
Bank of North Georgia.
280 Sandy Springs Circle
www.brushstrokesartgroup.com
Sunday, May 3
Jazz Brunch (11 a.m.)
Groove to the cool tunes of the ArtSSpring Jazz Ensemble while enjoying a tasty brunch.
Food 101
4969 Roswell Road
404-497-9700
* Spring Fling (2 p.m.)
An afternoon of classical music madness with The Pro-Mozart Society.
Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church
805 Mt. Vernon Highway
www.mozartatlanta.com
The Secret Garden (4 to 6 p.m.)
Visit artist Alice Williams' elegant English country garden for appetizers,
wine, entertainment and art. Advance tickets $35.
5219 Riverview Road
www.sandyspringssociety.org
Tuesday, May 5
* Atlanta Singers (7:30 p.m.)
"This little concert could well be the musical highlight of the whole season in Atlanta, just in terms of the pure joy for the listener."- Atlanta Journal Constitution
Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church
805 Mt. Vernon Highway
Atlanta Theatre-To-Go (7:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
"Country Cooking"- two original plays accompanied by harmonica music.
Donations appreciated.
Hammond Glen
335 Hammond Drive
404-374-9542
* Juried Art Show (6 to 9 p.m.)
The Benson Center
6500 Vernon Woods Drive
404-705-4900
Thursday, May 7
Lebanese Holiday Feast (7 to 9 p.m.)
Savor exotic Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of Sandy Springs along with
live music, art and dance. $25. Call for Reservations.
Sultan's Lebanese Restaurant
5920 Roswell Road
404-257-2220
Friday & Saturday, May 8 & 9
The Diary of a Madman by Nikolai Gogol (Friday: 8 p.m.) Saturday: 3 p.m. Matinee and 8 p.m.)
Gogol's masterpiece balances drama and comedy as the play builds towards an inevitable climax. In an insane world, excellent theatre is the only sane solution; starring Jon Haydon.
Adults $25, Seniors $20, Students $15. Tickets available at www.tix.com.
Holy Innocents' Episcopal School
805 Mt. Vernon Highway
Saturday, May 9
ShowStoppers (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
This event will showcase all the Sandy Springs schools and remarkable
student talent in a variety of art forms. $5 Students, $10 Adults, $25 Family.
Riverwood High School Theatre
5900 Heards Drive
www.artsandysprings.org
Fringe Atlanta Concert (8 p.m.)
The founders of Fringe have created a series of concerts that brilliantly blend short film, art installations and DJ sets with chamber-music performances by some of the most talented musicians in the country. Adults $12.50, Students $7.50. For tickets, visit www.ticketalternative.com.
Church of the Redeemer
5185 Peachtree Dunwoody Road
www.fringeatlanta.org
Sunday, May 10
* Concerts by the Springs: Banks and Shane (7 to 8:30 p.m.)
Sandy Springs' favorite musical group is back by popular demand for
a performance at the Sandy Springs Society Entertainment Lawn.
Heritage Green
6075 Sandy Springs Circle
404-851-9111
Tuesday, May 12
Atlanta Theatre-to-Go (7:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Faith and family, two enduring values, are dramatized in "A Question of Faith" by Hank Kimmel and "Sitting Shiva" by Sondra Ilgenfritz. Donations appreciated.
Hammond Glen
335 Hammond Drive
404-374-9542
Wednesday, May 13
Wind Down Wednesdays (5:30 to 7 p.m.)
Wind down your busy week with live music and beverages from Slippery When Wet at the Sandy Springs Society Entertainment Lawn. $5 per person (includes one drink).
Heritage Green
6075 Sandy Springs Circle
404-851-9111
Thursday, May 14
Gourmet Lunch (Noon)
Enjoy a friendly approach to haute cuisine at The International Culinary
School. $20 per person.
The Art Institute of Atlanta
6600 Peachtree Dunwoody Road
100 Embassy Row
Reservations 770-689-4851
Saturday, May 16
* Knightsong Concert (7 p.m.)
Colorful, costumed madrigal singers will perform in a jolly, festival mode at Dunlap Hall.
Sandy Springs Christian Church
301 Johnson Ferry Road
www.knightsong.com
* Franklin Pond Chamber Ensemble (1 to 2 p.m.)
The dedication of these string players is ferociously contagious. They're HOT!
Abernathy Arts Center
254 Johnson Ferry Road
www.franklinpond.org
The Subpoenas Featuring Courtenay Collins (8 p.m.)
Five Seasons Brewing
The Prado, 5600 Roswell Road
404-255-5911
Sunday, May 17
The Heart of Rumi (7 p.m.)
The life and words of the poet, Rumi, will be illuminated with drama, dance and music. $10 for tickets. Reservations for dinner following play at Rumi's Kitchen, 6152 Roswell Road.
Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore
5531 Roswell Road
404-255-5207
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