Community Events

Visit the Madison Artists Guild Gallery as they kick off the year with the captivating Special Exhibition "Branching Out," showcasing the awe-inspiring 3D artistry of Barbara Odil.

Odil's masterful sculptures meticulously crafted from natural wood pieces are a testament to her creativity and vision. This exhibition will be on display from Jan. 23 until March 8.

The Gallery is open Mon-Sat from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

From Broadway Classics to fun-loving, family friendly shows, Dublin Community Theatre lights up the Theatre Dublin stage through out the year.

2025 Season Shows & Dates

• Steel Magnolias

– Thursday, February 20th, 2025 @ 7 PM
– Friday, February 21st, 2025 @ 7 PM
– Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 @ 2 PM

• Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Musical

– Thursday, April 24th, 2025 @ 7 PM
– Friday, April 24th, 2025 @ 7 PM
– Saturday, April 25th, 2025 @ 2 PM & 7 PM

• Guys and Dolls

– Thursday, July 17th, 2025 @ 7 PM
– Friday, July 18th, 2025 @ 7 PM
– Saturday, July 19th, 2025 @ 2 PM & 7 PM
– Sunday, July 20th, 2025 @ 2 PM

Calling all Adventure Cubs, ages 0-5, and their favorite grownups for a morning of exploration, learning and fun.

Embark on a new journey each month with a zoo educator as families get to learn and play together.

Each month, young explorers will learn about a new animal through a game, craft, story and singalong. At the end of the program, participants will visit the animal of the month’s habitat to make observations and draw connections to the lesson. You and your family will then receive a themed scavenger hunt to do in the zoo on your own. 

All topics and activities are designed for children ages 2-5, with opportunities for exploration for ages 0-2. During the winter months, this program will be held indoors.

2024 Dates:
November 2 & 21
December 7 & 19

Upcoming 2025 Dates:
January 4 & 16
February 1 & 20
March 1 & 20
April 5 & 17
May 3 & 15

TIME: 9:30-10:30 a.m. 

NON-MEMBER COST: $26 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)*  

MEMBER COST: $21 for a parent/guardian and child (each additional child participant will be $5/each)* 

*Program registration includes Zoo admission.

THEMES:
Each month, Adventure Cubs will explore a new region of the world to investigate the animals and environments there! The purpose of each program is to expose young children to the diversity of animals around the world and to draw connections to the ways we are similar and different. For each adventure, Adventure Cubs will engage in an activity, read a story and create a take-away memory. 

Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare, Feb. 14-22, at Brenau University's Hosch Theatre, inside the John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts. The show is sponsored by the Gainesville Times.

Valiant Scottish general Macbeth meets three witches who predict he will become Thane of Cawdor and then King of Scotland, igniting in him a desire for power. As Macbeth and his wife seize power through a series of bloody deeds, they are led down a path of murder, madness and eventual ruin. Shakespeare’s timeless and compelling tragedy dramatizes the effects of political ambition on those who seek power. Recommended for ages 13+ for violence and dark psychological themes.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance is a one-of-a-kind, nationally-recognized collaboration between the University of North Georgia and Brenau University.

For tickets or more information, visit GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org or call the GTA Box Office at (678) 717-3624.

Georgia Tech Women's Basketball takes on NC State at home at McCamish Pavilion.

For tickets go to the website below.

This winter, the Byron L. Dobbs Exhibit Gallery is set to host a heartwarming temporary exhibit, A Century of Toys: 100 Years of Play, just in time for the holiday season. Curated by Chuck Douglas, the collection spans three generations of his family’s cherished toys, alongside contributions from other families and History Cherokee’s archives.

Expect to see a blend of modern-day favorites and beloved vintage treasures, ensuring there’s something to stir nostalgia in every visitor. From classic toys that defined childhoods to recent creations, this exhibition promises a captivating experience for children and adults alike.

Admission: Free for History Cherokee members, included with general admission for non-members

Location: Cherokee County History Center, 221 E. Marietta St. Canton, GA 30114

Dates: Nov. 13, 2024, through February 2025

Festival of Camellias Feb 1 – 28, 2025.

Family fun! Open seven days a week during the events.

For details, visit americancamellias.com/events or call (478) 967-2358.

The Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum will feature the Art Cloth Network’s traveling exhibit “Unfolding.” This exhibit encourages artists to think about “what is revealed when a story is told…do terms such as evolving, growing, revealing come to mind?”

Artists interpreted the theme in a wide variety of ways, drawing inspiration from life, nature, world issues and more. These three dimensional textile works will use a variety of interpretations to reveal a story, similar to unwrapping a gift.

The exhibit features 26 works by 23 artists allowing for various interpretations to inspire guests.

SQTM will also feature star pattern quilts of various forms, highlighting some incredible pieces from the museum's permanent collection.

Check museum website for hours of operation.

The team behind the scariest haunted attraction in the nation, NETHERWORLD Haunted House, is keeping the fright-filled fun going all year long with five epic escape rooms!  

Full of thrilling twists and turns for those who dare to play, Escape the NETHERWORLD challenges guests to a series of exciting adventure games. Groups of up to 10 players are invited to explore mysterious rooms, solve clever puzzles and beat the game before the timer runs out! 

Gameplayers can choose between Tiki Island: Attack of the Shark God, Sasquatch: Bigfoot’s Revenge, Nosferatu: Van Helsing’s Secret, Haunted: Curse of the Night Hag and Alien Terror: Doom of the Dark Horizon to test their wit and survival skills with family and friends.

Think you can escape? Grab tickets for your family and friends at  www.escapethenetherworld.com!  

Closed Mondays/Tuesdays. Open Wednesdays & Thursdays 2-7 p.m., Fridays & Saturdays 2-10:20 p.m., and Sundays 2-8:40 p.m.

*Hours vary by day, please check website for details. 

Join us for our first interactive Jazz Talk with KSU Professor Trey Wright presented in partnership with the Jazz At The Strand series. The event will take place in The Strand's Lumiere Lounge on the Mezzanine Level.

Here are the first four scheduled presentations to come:

Feb. 20, 2025: “A Journey Through Jazz History Part One”.
March 20, 2025: “How To Listen To Jazz”
April 17, 2025: “Brazilian Flavor: Bossa Nova and The Music of Antonio Carlos Jobim”
May 15, 2025: “Beyond Category: The Music of Duke Ellington”

Event Details:

One drink ticket will be included with admission.  Doors Open at 7 p.m. with the presentation at 7:30 p.m.

Seating is limited to 30 guests. All guests must be 21 and older to attend this event.

About Trey Wright:

Trey Wright is a jazz guitarist, composer, and recording artist based in Roswell, Ga. Trey spent his formative years as a musician in Athens performing with the jazz quartet Squat; a six-time winner of Best Jazz Band at the Flagpole Athens Music Awards and a featured artist at the Atlanta Jazz Festival, Bel Chere, the Twilight Athens Jazz Festival, the Cherry Blossom Festival, Harvest Midtown and Athfest. 

Several of Trey’s compositions with the group have received international airplay and have been featured on Sirius radio and NPR’s All Things Considered.

In December of 2002, Trey completed a Master of Music degree in Jazz Studies at Georgia State University and he currently teaches Applied Jazz Guitar, Jazz Theory and Composition, Jazz Guitar Ensemble, Jazz History, Jazz Improvisation and The History of Rock at Kennesaw State University.

In 2006, Trey released his first CD "Where I’m Calling From," receiving rave reviews and airplay throughout the United States, New Zealand, England, Australia, Germany, Italy, Canada, Luxembourg, Scotland, and the Netherlands. The Trey Wright Trio released "Thinking Out Loud" in summer 2009 on Blue Canoe Records. In 2010.

Trey’s most recent release Songs From Oak Avenue was released on Blue Canoe Records in Spring 2015. 

Monday through Wednesday interact with the “live” dinosaurs from Prehistoric Nation, and make sure to catch Wednesday’s Lunch + Learn to hear about the creative process behind Prehistoric Nation’s costumes and learn about the inspiration that brought these characters to life!

Thursday brings special visits from Georgia Public Broadcasting’s Buddy the Dinosaur, and Friday wraps up with the Georgia Reptile Society showcasing real reptiles in our Banquet Rooms. Plus, the Tellus Blue Crew will be on the floor every day from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to add hands-on excitement! 

Known as one of the most important American films of all time, 1962’s "To Kill a Mockingbird" is a timeless story of injustice, family and steadfast integrity in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge and his kids against prejudice.

Show time: 7 p.m.

Movie Length: 2 hours, 9 minutes

Movie Rating: Not Rated

Come early for a free organ pre-show on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ starting a half-hour before showtime. 

Strand 2025 Season Sponsorships are still available!

Join us as a Strand Sponsor in 2025 and take advantage of opportunities ranging from complimentary popcorn coupons and VIP tickets all the way to recognition on The Strand's marquee.

Are you parenting a second time around? Whether you're raising grandchildren, caring for nieces and nephews, or parenting siblings, you're not alone. Join ISDD for a free educational workshop designed to support caregivers like you.

Open to the public, this workshop offers valuable insights and resources to navigate the unique challenges of parenting the second time around. 

Parenting A Second Time Around (PASTA) is an award-winning curriculum created by Cornell University for relative caregivers raising children. Topics include: child development, discipline, caring for oneself as a caregiver, rebuilding a family, living with teens, legal issues and advocacy.

Classes will meet every Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., beginning Jan. 23 to March 13, at the ISDD Office (2302 Parklake Dr., STE 110 Atlanta, GA 30345). Workshops are free, but registration is required.

To register, call 470-310-3458 or visit https://bit.ly/PASTA0125. 

Workshop 1: It Wasn't Supposed To Be Like This - Jan. 23

Workshop 2: Getting to Know You - Jan. 30

Workshop 3: Rebuilding a Family - Feb. 6

Workshop 4: Discipline is Not a Dirty Word, But It May Look Different Today - Feb. 13

Workshop 5: Legal Concerns of Relatives of Raising Children - Feb. 20

Workshop 6: Standing up for Grandparent's/Grandchildren's Rights - Feb. 27

Workshop 7: Grandparents and Teens Living Together - March 6

Workshop 8: Living with Teens Can Be Challenging - March 13
 

The Local Palate, in partnership with Visit Macon, welcomes the world’s top whiskey and bourbon ambassadors to Macon to celebrate the first annual Whiskey After Dark on Thursday, Feb. 20.

This exciting whiskey tasting event invites you to sip your way through more than one hundred whiskeys, along with a curated selection of craft beer, all set within the lively Fall Line Brewery.

Looking for the best whiskey tasting near you? The all-inclusive event features bourbon tasting, scotch tasting and more, making it the ultimate destination for whiskey enthusiasts and those seeking a memorable night out.

Award-winning chefs from around Georgia will craft an array of culinary delights to pair perfectly with each smoky pour, creating the ultimate whiskey tasting selection. Participating restaurants will include Satterfields BBQ. Additional chefs be announced soon.

• Doors open for general admission at 6:45 p.m. VIP ticket holders are invited to arrive early at 6 p.m. for early access, specialty cocktails and branded takeaways.
• 21+ event. ID’s will be checked at the door.
• Uber/Lyft encouraged. Please drink responsibly.

Visit the Madison Artists Guild Gallery as they kick off the year with the captivating Special Exhibition "Branching Out," showcasing the awe-inspiring 3D artistry of Barbara Odil.

Odil's masterful sculptures meticulously crafted from natural wood pieces are a testament to her creativity and vision. This exhibition will be on display from Jan. 23 until March 8.

The Gallery is open Mon-Sat from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

No creature looms larger over the savanna than the African elephant, and you’ll agree when you come face-to-trunk with one at Zoo Atlanta! Meet Tara or Kelly while learning why they are such important ambassadors for their species.

During this Wild Encounter experience, you will learn about elephants with a Zoo Educator before heading behind the scenes to meet up with members of the Elephant Care Team and find out more about elephant care at the Zoo. Of course, no Elephant Wild Encounter would be complete without the opportunity to hand-feed one of the “girls” an afternoon snack.

• Meet at the Zambezi Elephant Center 15 minutes before the Wild Encounter. 
• Please note that availability is limited for all Wild Encounters.

Days Available: Sunday, Monday, Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m. 

Member Cost: $117 | Non-Member Cost: $130 + Zoo admission

Age Range: 4 and up

Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare, Feb. 14-22, at Brenau University's Hosch Theatre, inside the John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts. The show is sponsored by the Gainesville Times.

Valiant Scottish general Macbeth meets three witches who predict he will become Thane of Cawdor and then King of Scotland, igniting in him a desire for power. As Macbeth and his wife seize power through a series of bloody deeds, they are led down a path of murder, madness and eventual ruin. Shakespeare’s timeless and compelling tragedy dramatizes the effects of political ambition on those who seek power. Recommended for ages 13+ for violence and dark psychological themes.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance is a one-of-a-kind, nationally-recognized collaboration between the University of North Georgia and Brenau University.

For tickets or more information, visit GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org or call the GTA Box Office at (678) 717-3624.

This winter, the Byron L. Dobbs Exhibit Gallery is set to host a heartwarming temporary exhibit, A Century of Toys: 100 Years of Play, just in time for the holiday season. Curated by Chuck Douglas, the collection spans three generations of his family’s cherished toys, alongside contributions from other families and History Cherokee’s archives.

Expect to see a blend of modern-day favorites and beloved vintage treasures, ensuring there’s something to stir nostalgia in every visitor. From classic toys that defined childhoods to recent creations, this exhibition promises a captivating experience for children and adults alike.

Admission: Free for History Cherokee members, included with general admission for non-members

Location: Cherokee County History Center, 221 E. Marietta St. Canton, GA 30114

Dates: Nov. 13, 2024, through February 2025

Festival of Camellias Feb 1 – 28, 2025.

Family fun! Open seven days a week during the events.

For details, visit americancamellias.com/events or call (478) 967-2358.

The Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum will feature the Art Cloth Network’s traveling exhibit “Unfolding.” This exhibit encourages artists to think about “what is revealed when a story is told…do terms such as evolving, growing, revealing come to mind?”

Artists interpreted the theme in a wide variety of ways, drawing inspiration from life, nature, world issues and more. These three dimensional textile works will use a variety of interpretations to reveal a story, similar to unwrapping a gift.

The exhibit features 26 works by 23 artists allowing for various interpretations to inspire guests.

SQTM will also feature star pattern quilts of various forms, highlighting some incredible pieces from the museum's permanent collection.

Check museum website for hours of operation.