Community Corner
Earth Day, Theater Opening, Good Friday Celebration on Tap This Weekend
Enjoy this spring weekend by learning how to plan a garden, hunting for Easter eggs, celebrating Good Friday.
Where/When: 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, 30022 (Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center), Friday, April 22, 6:15-10 p.m.
Why: Frogs, toads, salamanders and more! A family night of fun and discovery, come enjoy the outdoors and learn about some animal friends and celebrate Earth Day. Marshmallow roasting and discovery hikes to listen for frogs. Dress comfortably; some programs will be outside. Volunteers 14 and older welcome.
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Price: Free
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Where/When: 10700 State Bridge Road, Johns Creek, 30022 (The Dancing Goat Theatre), Saturday, April 23, 2–4 p.m.
Why: Come see the brand new community theater and celebrate Shakespeare's birthday with scenes from Performing Arts North shows, past and present.
Price: $10
Where/When: Saturday, April 23, 10–11 a.m.
Pikes Nurseries
Why: Spring and summer weather brings time for festive outdoor entertaining, and Pike Nurseries can help any homeowner assemble colorful and decorative planters that will wow any guest. At this seminar, Pike Nurseries garden experts will educate customers on the simple steps to choosing the right plants and assembling a container garden to hold “thriller, filler and spiller” plants.
Price: Free
Where/When: , 12025 Etris Road, Roswell, 30075, April 23, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Why: Children will begin hunting for candy and eggs promptly at noon with special prize eggs hidden in each hunt area. Separate areas will be designated for different age groups and the Easter Bunny will make an appearance. Parents may accompany children in the 1s and 2s age group areas. Face painting, music, entertainment and other activities will be available beginning at 11 a.m. Children up to age 7.
Price: Free
Where/When: , 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta, 30009, Friday, April 22, 7:30 p.m.
Why: This concert is benefiting rebuilding efforts in Haiti. Presented by Six Step Records & Passion City Church.The event will include the music of Louie Giglio, Chris Tomlin, Christy Nockels and Kristian Stanfill as part of the celebration.
Price: $15
Where/When: 2 S. Main St., Alpharetta, 30009, Saturday April 23, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Why: You will find farmers with fruits and vegetables, gardeners with fresh flowers and plants, and makers of all sorts of edible home goods from yummy desserts to local raw honey and homemade sauces and jellies.
Price: Free to attend