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Note: Dates and Events subject to change. Please
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July Events
July 1 -
18
Film in IMAX® -
Grand Canyon Adventure
Set sail for an exhilarating rafting adventure down the
Colorado River with a team of explorers who are committed to bringing
awareness to global water issues. The immense and majestic Grand Canyon
provides the backdrop to this new, large-format film.
Fernbank Museum of
Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3354
July 1 - 31
(Tuesdays – Sundays)
Anne Frank in the
World: 1929 – 1945 Exhibit
The largest of its kind in the world, this exhibit is a
presentation of over 600 photographs and 8,000 words reminding visitors
about the Holocaust through Anne Frank’s story. The exhibition chronicles
the life of Anne Frank as told through her famous diary as the Nazi rise to
power was unfolding around her. Combating bigotry, prejudice and hatred in
today’s society are just some of the goals of this truly unique and moving
exhibition housed in the DeKalb History Center located in the Old Courthouse
on the square in downtown Decatur.
DeKalb History Center
www.dekalbhistory.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3425
July 1 – 31
(Mondays – Saturdays)
Art from the Heart –
Portraits of Georgia’s Fallen Heroes
Art from the Heart, created by the Atlanta Fine Arts League,
is a collection of portraits of Georgia’s service men and women who have
died in the line of duty while in Afghanistan and Iraq.
ART Station
www.artstation.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3342
July 1 – 31
(Mondays – Fridays)
The Complexity of
Emergencies: Responding Through Art
This
exhibit examines the visual art projects of three not-for-profit
organizations working with children affected by emergencies, both in the
United States and abroad. The exhibit highlights the work of The ArtReach
Foundation with teachers and children in Bosnia, America’s Camp with
children impacted by the 9-11 terrorism attack, and the Community
Initiatives Foundation with children displaced by Hurricane Katrina. The
work of the organizations examined in this exhibit suggests that art-making
can be used as an innovative public health tool wherever an emergency or
disaster takes place.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
www.cdc.gov/gcc/exhibit
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3501
July 1 - 31
25th Anniversary
Lasershow Spectacular
This Atlanta tradition celebrates its silver anniversary with
a digitally re-mastered show. Enjoy a new musical score featuring
choreographed, state-of-the-art graphics including themes from Star Wars,
Pirates of the Caribbean and Indiana Jones. This new show is
bigger and better than ever before with added displays of laser lights,
graphics, characters and fireworks.
Stone Mountain Park
www.stonemountainpark.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3370
July 1 – August 1
(On select days)
As You Like It
by William
Shakespeare
What’s Shakin’? Come rollick through the Forest of Arden
with Rosalind and the gang of cool cats in Shakespeare’s gender-bending
comedy about the maladies and delights of falling in and out of love. Set in
the groovy Summer of Love, this romantic romp follows the story of Rosalind,
disguised as a boy, who teaches the object of her affection, Orlando, how
best to woo a woman.
Georgia Shakespeare
www.gashakespeare.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3358
July 1 – August 2
(On select days)
The Merchant of
Venice
by William Shakespeare
Decide for yourself who’s right, who’s wrong? This
Shakespearean courtroom drama puts religion, money, justice and mercy on
trial, but the story is ultimately one of love – and what you are willing to
sacrifice in its pursuit.
Georgia Shakespeare
www.gashakespeare.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3358
July 1 – August 3
Summer at the Rock
Challenge yourself on the nation’s largest adventure ropes
course, Sky Hike, at Stone Mountain Park. Come enjoy new shows and
attractions including The Backyard Circus, two live shows, a new train show
and more.
Stone Mountain Park
www.stonemountainpark.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3370
July 1 - August 31
(Tuesdays – Sundays)
Lost Kingdoms of the Nile: Nubian Treasures from the Museum of Fine Arts,
Boston
Organized by the
Museum of Fine Arts,
Boston, in conjunction with the Carlos Museum, Lost Kingdoms
of the Nile features some of the most significant archaeological
treasures ever found in Africa. This monumental exhibition, consisting of
over 250 objects in gold, silver, bronze, ivory, stone, and ceramic, ranging
in date from 7000 B.C. to modern times, provides unprecedented insight into
ancient Nubia, the extraordinary African civilization that has often been
overshadowed by ancient Egypt. The exhibition highlights not only some of
the finest artworks ever found in ancient Africa, but also the remarkable
stories of their discovery by the intrepid archaeologists who were part of
the Harvard-Boston Expedition from 1913 to 1932.
Michael C. Carlos Museum
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3361
July 1 – August 31
Penguins of the
Antarctic
Enjoy a color photography exhibition that reveals the
black-and-white beauty of penguins, held in conjunction with the special
exhibit, Ends of the Earth: From Polar Bears to Penguins. Photographer J. J.
L’Heureux traveled to the Antarctic region six times to gather photographs
of the best known and loved of all Antarctic wildlife, the penguin. The 90
photographs focus on the contrast of colors and life of this white-on-white
environment, which convey the spirit of Antarctica and introduce visitors to
a variety of penguin species that can be found there.
Fernbank Museum of
Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3354
July 1
– January 2, 2009
Antarctica
Discover a new world
and learn of Antarctica's wildlife in a way never before possible.
Antarctica provides a remarkable film experience where, through
the heartfelt words of Antarctica explorer Robert Scott, you'll re-live the
brutal hardships, wonders and isolation of the first men on this magnificent
frontier.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
www.fernbankmusuem.org
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3354
July 1 - January 2009
Ends of the Earth:
From Polar Bears to Penguins
Journey from one end of our globe to the other to explore the
fascinating (and cold!) worlds of the Arctic and Antarctic. Visitors will
have the opportunity to become a polar bear, or an emperor penguin, and find
out how these animals are adapted to live in the Arctic or Antarctic; build
an igloo; ride a dogsled simulator; walk like a penguin and incubate an egg
through the Antarctic winter; track icebergs and pack ice; and listen to the
stories of polar explorers. Ends of the Earth explores the uniqueness of the
earth’s Polar Regions, the current science being undertaken there, and these
regions as indicators of climate change on our planet.
Fernbank Museum of
Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3354
Concerts and Events
at Eddie’s Attic
July 2
Dionne Farris and
Trina & Tomi (of Three5Human)
July 3
Claire Holley,
Jonathan Byrd and David Jacobs-Strain
July 4
Matthew Kahler, Bo
Bedingfield and Laurianne Cates
July 5
Asylum Street
Spankers
July 8
Jen Lowe & Friends
July 9
Pierce Pettis
July 10
Malcolm Holcombe and
Graham Weber
July 11
John McCutcheon
July 15
Peter Case and Paul
Curreri
July 17
Lori McKenna and
Stephanie Chapman
July 18
The Dappled Grays and
Kaitlin
July 19
Tony Joe White and
Larry Jon Wilson
July 20
Tribute to John
Jarrod
July 22
Comedy Combat
July 23
Dayna Kurtz and Mamie
Minch
July 24
Kodac Harrison,
Kristin Markiton and Nick Longo
July 25
Girlyman and Rebecca
Loebe
July 26
Richard Bicknell and
Lise Liddell
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3502
July 3
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
DeKalb County’s own professional men’s soccer team plays at
Silverbacks Park vs. the Minnesota Thunder
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
www.atlantasilverbacks.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3339
July 3 - 5
Fantastic Fourth
Celebration
Stone Mountain Park
explodes with excitement in this annual Independence Day salute. Each
evening begins with the 25th Anniversary Lasershow Spectacular, featuring a
special intro, and is followed by an amazing fireworks display right in
front of the mountain. On the 4th of July, bursts of light will illuminate
the sky as fireworks choreographed to music are shot from both the base and
the top of Stone Mountain.
Stone Mountain Park
www.stonemountainpark.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3370
July 4
4th of July Race &
Parade
Get in step at the
annual Stone Mountain Village 4th of July Race and Parade featuring local
bands, floats and entertainment.
Stone Mountain
Village
www.stonemountainvillage.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3371
July 4
Pied Piper Parade,
Concert & Fireworks
Join the Pied Piper
Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur. The concert on the square
features the Callanwolde Concert Band and fireworks that will light up the
night sky.
Re
City of Decatur
www.decaturga.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3346s
July 9
Open Mic Poetry
Reading
Join poet, songwriter
and musician, Kodac Harrison as he delivers a compelling musical performance
that combines tales of travel with his bluesy, folk-soul music.
Callanwolde Fine Arts
Center
www.callanwolde.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3344
July 4, 11,
18, 25
Martinis & IMAX®
Shake it up with Atlanta’s perfect mix of culture and
cocktails. Enjoy cool cocktails, stunning films, live music and creative
cuisine beneath the world’s largest dinosaurs, from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
This one-of-a-kind Friday night experience is available exclusively at
Fernbank Museum’s Martinis & IMAX®.
Fernbank Museum of
Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3354
July 10 – August 3
(On select days)
All’s Well That Ends
Well
by William Shakespeare
This classic play tells the story of Helena, an orphaned
daughter of a great doctor, who sets her sights on Bertram, a Duke in the
King’s court. The only problem is that Bertram doesn’t return her feelings
of affection. But when Helena magically cures the ailing King, she wins as
her reward the husband of her choice. In choosing Bertram, she may have won
his hand, but can she win his heart?
Georgia
Shakespeare
www.gashakespeare.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3358
July 12, 13, 19, 25, 26
Twelve Angry Men
This play tells the story of a young delinquent awaits sentencing for the
murder of his father. Twelve jurors are corralled in a room for their
deliberations in the murder trial. To the frustration of his eleven
colleagues, one juror feels that there is a "reasonable doubt.” During the
heated debate, hidden preconceptions, assumptions and prejudices of the
jurors are revealed. When faced with playing the hangman, each juror is
forced to face himself.
The Renaissance Project
www.renaissanceproject.info
<http://www.renaissanceproject.info>
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3379
July 16 - 31
(Thursdays – Sundays)
Bingo:
The Winning New Musical
Come and enjoy this high energy, funny new musical focusing
on three bingo-obsessed friends who discover the joys, heartaches and
lessons of winning and losing.
ART Station
www.artstation.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3342
July 18
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
DeKalb County’s own professional men’s soccer team plays at
Silverbacks Park vs. the Portland Timbers.
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
www.atlantasilverbacks.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3339
July 18
Jazz on the Lawn
Concert Series
Will Scruggs Jazz
Fellowship
Enjoy Will Scruggs’ swinging saxophone skills and energetic
sounds for an unforgettable musical experience. Scruggs will be accompanied
by the powerful vocalist, Audrey Shakir. Enjoy as the two friends converse
in scat riffs, and sax runs or sing a duet.
Callanwolde Fine Arts
Center
www.callanwolde.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3344
July 18, 19 & 20
Annual DeKalb Blues &
Jazz Festival
Come and
enjoy blues, jazz, food and fun at Wade Walker Park in Stone Mountain.
Celebrating its 7th year, the annual festival is a family
friendly event with several fun zones for the entire family to enjoy. This
exciting event attracts thousands of people who come out to hear a great
line-up of guest musicians including: Mel Waiters, Theodis Ealey, Ken Ford,
Heat Wave, deacon bluz, Con Funk Shun and the SOS Band. Other local and
regional talents include Theresa Hightower, Melissa Massell, Sol Factor and
many more.
DeKalb
County Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
www.yourdekalb.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3453
July 19 – November 14
Film in IMAX® -
Wild Ocean
Embark on an underwater adventure where Africa meets the sea.
This action-packed, inspirational IMAX® documentary, filmed off the Wild
Coast of South Africa, explores the relationship between man and the ocean
ecosystem. Wild Ocean chronicles the annual migration of billions of
sardines that travel up the KwaZulu-Natal shoreline. The film plunges
viewers into an underwater feeding frenzy, revealing the economic and
cultural impact of the ocean while celebrating the communal effort to
protect our invaluable marine resources.
Fernbank Museum of
Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3354
July 19
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
DeKalb County’s own professional women’s soccer team plays at
Silverbacks Park vs. the West Virginia Illusion
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
www.atlantasilverbacks.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3339
July 25
DeKalb Symphony
Orchestra:
Summer Pops Concert
Cabaret Style
Come hear
Libby Whittemore perform her cabaret act accompanied by the DeKalb Symphony
Orchestra at Georgia Perimeter College’s Clarkston Campus. Serving for over
40 years, the DeKalb Symphony Orchestra entertains audiences with
world-class symphonic performances lead by conductor, Fyodor Cherniavsky.
DeKalb Symphony
Orchestra
www.DeKalbSymphonyOrchestra.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3351
July 25
Tango Night
Learn the art of authentic Argentine tango. You will learn
about the rhythm and movement of Argentine Tango and how to focus on
connecting with the music and your partner.
Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and a partner is not
necessary. After an introductory lesson, you will be ready to try out your
new moves with an open tango dance party.
Callanwolde Fine Arts
Center
www.callanwolde.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3344
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