Community Corner
Grab & Go Kids Weekend Planner: Feb. 25-27
Hoping to keep the kids entertained this weekend? Check out our suggestions for five family-friendly outings.
Now that the weather is getting warmer, you and the kids are probably itching to go outside and enjoy some family time. Let Rowell Patch help you each week with our Grab and Go Kids Weekend Planner!
Presents Inherit the Wind
Where/When: 950 Forrest St.; Friday Feb. 25 & Saturday Feb. 26 @ 8 p.m.; Sunday Feb. 27 @ 2:30 p.m.
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Why go: Because Georgia Ensemble Theatre really puts the “art” in “performance art.” Inherit the Wind digs into the heart and soul of America in a timely search for perspective and enduring hope. John Ammerman and Eddie Levi Lee lead a remarkable cast of over 20 in the theatrical event of the season.
Cost: $24.30-$28.04. For more information, call 770-641-1260.
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Where/When:, Cowie Weiss Theater, 9135 Willeo Rd; Saturday Feb. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday Feb. 27, noon-4 p.m.
Why go: So you can be the first to enjoy winning films from CNC’s first-ever student film competition; entries are all about water.
Cost: Free with admission price of $8 for adults and $5 for children (CNC recommends early arrival to secure a seat); For more information, call 770-992-2055 or click here to see CNC’s event page.
Babysitting Workshop at N. Fulton Regional Hospital
Where/When: 3000 Hospital Blvd.; Sunday Feb. 27 @ 1 p.m.
Why go: So your 11-14-year-old kids can learn what it takes to be a responsible, educated babysitter. This class will provide children with a knowledge in basic child care, accident prevention, medical emergencies, entertainment ideas, home & fire safety, the 911 system and more. A wallet card will be issued to participantsafter the workshop. Kids should bring a doll or stuffed animal for hands-on training, and a sack lunch with drink.
Cost: $30 per child; for registration, call 770-751-2500.
Roswell Reads 2011 Presents: The Civil War in Roswell and Civil War Reenactors
Where/When: Meeting Room, 115 Norcross St.; Sunday Feb. 27, 2-5 p.m. (Civil War in Roswell); 2:30 p.m. (Civil War Reenactors)
Why go: To give ‘tweens and teens a greater appreciation for what soldiers who camped around the city of Roswell lived through during the Civil War.
Cost: Free.
Night Hike, Star Light and Roasted Marshmallows – oh my!
Where/When:, 9135 Willeo Rd; Saturday Feb. 26, 7-9 p.m.
Why go: Nothing helps get you out of the winter blues more than a crisp hike outside, underneath a clear sky filled with stars. CNC’s naturalist takes families on a night hike to see the stars above; all ages will enjoy this special evening, which includes a live animal demonstration. Finish off the night with a warm campfire and marshmallows – what could be better?
Cost: $10 Non-Members, $7 Members. For more information, call 770-992-2055.
