Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Dancing Goat Theatre marks its opening with performance highlights and a party.
This Saturday, April 23, is the grand opening of Performing Arts North's Dancing Goat Theatre right here in Johns Creek at the Johns Creek Center for Arts and Design at 10700 State Bridge Road. The group is using the occasion to celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday. Why not join the party by attending the special event for only $10? The fun begins at 2 p.m. where you can watch scenes from PAN’s past and future shows. You’ll also get to see some really special presentations by their talented high school actors. Of course, you can go it alone and get solely immersed in the festivities or you can enjoy it with a special person who you know who will appreciate a trip to the burgeoning arts hub in Johns Creek. Performing Arts North also offers an A…
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Grab a book and snack and relax at one of Johns Creek's parks.
Today you’re going to grab some snacks and something to drink, a book, maybe your iPod, a blanket, some sunscreen, pack up the car — like you’ve done many times before — only difference is this time you’re ALONE! No kids. Once you get there why not leave everything in the car and take a nice long walk. Take in the wonderful sounds and smells of nature while letting your mind drift away. Hear the birds calling to one another? Only happy and hopeful thoughts allowed. Now, feeling relaxed and peaceful it’s time to take out the blanket, snacks and that book. It’s time to totally immerse yourself — you deserve it! Grab a good, used book at Once & Again Books or Goodwill, or at Ocee Library or the Spruill Oaks branch, and relax at one of the …
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Once & Again Books
10945 State Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Goodwill
11955 Jones Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Ocee Library
5090 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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NE/Spruill Oaks Library
9560 Spruill Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Newtown Park
3150 Old Alabama Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Ocee Park
10900 Buice Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Shakerag Park
10945 Rogers Cir, Johns Creek, GA
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Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Have you found a Great Escape? Tell us in the comments.
Ever think about escaping from reality? Would a weekend away work for you? It’s now the perfect time to break away from your normal routine, time for yourself — with or without your honey. So why not book an overnight at a friend’s house for the kids, then book an overnight mini-vacation for you and, if you wish, your significant other at a local hotel? Think of it, just one delicious night to relax. Imagine — finishing that book, hanging out with friends on the net, taking a dip in the pool, ordering room service, working out in the fitness room, or even watching a good old movie — all without any interruptions. Stop by Hinton’s Wine Store or Bottoms Up Beverages for a bottle of wine and, since rooms all have mini-refrigerators, pick up …
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Grab your friends and go out for a game of pool or darts, or karaoke or dancing.
The weekend’s upon us and you want a little time to let loose and boogie. It’s time to get your mojo in high gear. You’re aching to release some of that pent-up, seemingly never-ending stress you’ve had all week whether it’s from work, the kids, or both. You’re psyched! But where to go? With whom? Well, grab your BFF or favorite beau and head on out to a great sports bar for an evening of live music, dancing, karaoke, darts or maybe a game of pool. Plus, if you’re into sports you get the added bonus of watching a game or games with kindred sport spirits. GO TEAM! GO YOU! Try out Yates Sports Pub in Johns Creek. It is open until 2:30 a.m. seven nights a week with 15 TVs and more than 30 varieties of beer and free wi fi. Or, check out our…
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Yates Sports Pub
9945 Jones Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Time to prepare for an island getaway.
Have you ever had the wonderful dream of escaping "Under the Sea"? Now this can become reality and not just a fun song. You can now plan a great escape by yourself, with your honey or a friend at Seaventures right here on Holcomb Bridge Road. Now’s the time to prepare yourself for that wonderful island getaway you’ve been dreaming of which just might include a bit of scuba diving. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or a seasoned diver who is looking for specialty courses like fish identification, underwater photography or videography or maybe even wreck diving. Can you imagine swimming around deep down and coming upon a wreck laden with hidden treasures? Gold doubloons anyone? You can put all this knowledge to a true test by joining …
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Seaventures Inc
2880 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Spend your time helping out at Angels Among Us.
Did you ever want to give of yourself? Have you ever thought of volunteering as an escape? Maybe I’ve just planted a new seed in your thoughts. According to the thesaurus, a few synonyms for the word "escape" are: getaway, liberate, elude. Think of it — when you get lost in giving of yourself to another being, caring for him/her, even the cleaning up, when you focus on one thing, isn’t that escaping? So escape and become an angel and share unconditional love with an orphaned animal. This is an escape in which you can share with anyone but, in reality, it’s something that is sincerely personal. And we have a great rescue organization nearby — Angels Among Us Pet Rescue, right here in Johns Creek. The non-profit rescues animals from high-…
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Everyone can be an artist at Artrageous Potter.
Yearning to get in touch with your inner creative side? Wouldn’t you just love to create a personal masterpiece of pottery art uniquely yours? Great news! You can at the Artrageous Potter. So reach deep down inside of yourself, relax, turn on your imagination and create. In fact, invite a friend to come along, but no children — this is your time without any interruptions (you can bring back the kids for another creative adventure of their own another time). So enter a world of colors and expressions. Design and create a personal mug, plate, candlesticks, bowls and more, then display your original work of art in the Artrageous Potter's online gallery.
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Artrageous Potter
9700 Medlock Bridge Rd, Duluth, GA
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Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Enjoy some 'me time' at Psychic Studio.
What will your future bring – happiness, perhaps wealth or a wonderful and powerful new career? If you’ve ever pondered this, and who hasn’t, just step into the Psychic Studio on Medlock Bridge Road. Go it alone or with a special friend. At the Psychic Studio you can not only get a crystal, tarot card or palm reading, you can also have your chakras balanced, a wonderful Reiki treatment or partake in a relaxing meditation session. In a palm reading the lines in your palm tell a life tale that includes wealth, children, personalities and more. With this type of reading, you can find more of the characteristics of your path. $35 for 25 minutes. Tarot card readings consist of gaining insight into what your future might bring through the eyes…
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Psychic Studio
10450 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Grab your girlfriends and go out for a night at the movies.
It’s girlfriend time! The plan: You and your BFF are going to leave the kids in the loving care of your spouse, a grandma, aunt, whomever you choose, and do what you both have talked about for weeks now, go to the movies and out for a cuppa afterwards. So, with the declaration of “no more talking, let’s just do it!” you head on out to a movie at Regal Cinemas Medlock Bridge Crossing and then, to discuss the movie and not rush back home, you’re stopping off at Starbucks for a relaxing cup of coffee. Getting to the movie a little while before it starts you both head on over to the concession stand to get popcorn and a drink (must haves). Afterwards, off to Starbucks just across the parking lot to talk about the movie, which you thoroughly …
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Regal Cinemas Medlock Crossings
9700 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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Starbucks Coffee
9700 Medlock Bridge Rd, Duluth, GA
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Grab some ‘me’ time and unleash your creative side.
We all know how our day-to-day lives are filled with the blessings of parenthood, and for some of us this includes a job/career with little or no time for “me, the person.” Aren't you wishing for just a small amount of time to unleash your creative juices? Cocktails & Canvas/Creatively Yours, right here in Johns Creek, might be just the perfect place to unleash your creative instincts. All you need is a desire to express yourself through art — no experience necessary. The classes are all instructor-led and based on the day’s selection. Go ahead, grab some “me, the person” time, along with a snack and a drink (cocktails and wine if you wish) and, if you don’t want to go it alone, grab your BFF (partners included). And enjoy! Two-hour …
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Creatively Yours
11030 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA
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