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May 2008
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Note: Dates and Events subject to change. Please
contact individual venues
to
confirm dates and times **
May
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
May 1 – 4
Film in IMAX® - Journey into Amazing
Caves
Take a journey through the caves found inside the walls of
the Grand Canyon, the glaciers of Greenland and beneath the rainforests of
Mexico’s Mayan jungle. Follow along on this physically, emotionally and
intellectually challenging adventure as scientists study how caves are
formed and research the microorganisms that live within an unmapped area of
the deepest known cave on the continent.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3354
May 1 - 4
In the Dark – Special Exhibit
The dark—it’s often a place of mystery. Sometimes scary, but
at the same time intriguing, darkness seems to beckon exploration. Discover
the natural environments of darkness and the unique life forms that inhabit
them as you journey into the night, beneath the ground, inside caves and
deep under the sea through a combination of hands-on interactives and
immersive dioramas to reveal what thrives “In the Dark.”
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3354
May 1 – 4
Frontier Days: Georgia between the Wars
Journey through a century of Georgia history at Stone
Mountain Park’s Antebellum Plantation & Farmyard. Families can view live
demonstrations of pre-revolutionary times, the Pioneer Era and the Civil
War. Meet a cavalry unit with horses in action and learn about weaponry,
war strategy, battlefield medicine, frontier skills and more.
Stone Mountain Park
www.stonemountainpark.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3370
May 1 –11
(Tuesdays – Sundays)
Before and After Gauguin: The Art of Printmaking in Brittany,
1740 - 1940
This exhibition on view at the Oglethorpe University Museum
of Art brings together over 100 prints by artists working in Brittany, in
northwestern France, between 1740 and 1940. This exceptional exhibition of
rare works comes from private collections in Brittany and represents this
region's rich printmaking tradition that spans more than two centuries. In
the late nineteenth century, the renowned French artist Paul Gauguin was
drawn to the creative innovations of the artist colonies of Pont-Aven and Le
Pouldu in Brittany, and despite the very short time he spent in each, he
made a profound impact on the art of printmaking.
Oglethorpe University Museum of Art
http://museum.oglethorpe.edu/
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3364
May 1 – 24
(Tuesdays - Saturdays)
Experimental Textures in Water Media
Robin Howe Townsend is a
versatile artist alternating from the whimsical to the impressionist to the
abstract. Recognized for here colorful landscapes of Tuscany and Provence,
she also works with her fingers, tissue paper and dollar store items,
reflecting her personal joy in the artistic process.
ART Station
www.artstation.org
1-866-633-5252 Ext. 3342
May 1 – 24
(Tuesdays – Saturdays)
Textile Works
This exhibit features works by Betsey Von Dreele including
collages of small strips of fabric, natural materials and found objects
recreating the landscapes and moods of the coastal sea shores.
ART Station
www.artstation.org
1-866-633-5252 Ext. 3342
May 1 – 25
(Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays)
The Last Schwartz
Experience a family’s dysfunction as The Last Schwartz,
by Deborah Zoe Laufer, scrutinizes the sacred traditions of marriage and
family. Nothing is revered as long-held secrets are unearthed in this
wickedly funny play.
Jewish Theatre of the South
www.jplay.org
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3359
May 1 - 25
Daufuskie Island: Photographs by Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe
More than 60 black-and-white photographs taken from 1977 to
1981 provide a documentary-style glimpse into the daily life of the Gullah
community that thrived on this barrier island off the coast of South
Carolina. Invited into the community by the descendants of freed African
slaves who had purchased the land from the original plantation owners,
Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe found herself enraptured by the people of Daufuskie
Island and recorded their lives through this emotional photography project,
publishing the book Daufuskie Island in 1982.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3354
May 1 – June 4
(Mondays – Fridays)
Picturing Health: Norman Rockwell and the Art of Illustration
Organized
by the Norman Rockwell Museum, this exhibit features original paintings by
Norman Rockwell that inspired Americans to view themselves and their
physicians with optimism, and presented the notion that health is affected
as much by our emotional lives as by our physical well–being. The
outstanding Rockwell paintings explore the doctor/patient relationship and
the importance of physical fitness, health and healing across the
generations. They are accompanied by original works exploring similar themes
of health and well-being by twenty of today’s most prominent visual artists,
including Georgia-based illustrators.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
www.cdc.gov/gcc/exhibit
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3501
May 1 - June 29
(Tuesdays – Sundays)
Cultivating America:
Visions of the Landscape in Twentieth-Century Prints
American life, as experienced
through the land, is the focus of this exhibition, located in the John
Howett Works on Paper Study Room. Twenty-six works dating from 1928 to 1946
by eighteen artists will be on display. Their individual visions of the
American landscape range in tone from the nostalgic to the heroic and
celebratory to a grim realism. Each of the artists in this exhibition viewed
the landscape as a key to the American character, a source of identity and
an apt metaphor for the people who lived closely tied to it.
Michael C.
Carlos Museum
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3361
May 1 – July
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
May 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
May 2
Atlanta Silverbacks Professional Soccer
DeKalb County’s own professional men’s soccer team plays at
Silverbacks Park vs. the Seattle Sounders.
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
www.atlantasilverbacks.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3339
May 2
Family Storytelling:
Emerging Voices
Celebrate the power of storytelling led by series coordinator Bev Center.
Enjoy as a diverse group of professional and student storytellers entertain
the audience with tales for all ages.
Callanwolde Fine Arts
Center
www.callanwolde.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3344
May 2
Concert: Matthew Ryan vs. the Silver State
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 2, 9,16,23,30
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
May 3
Saturday
Concert: Kitty Snyder and Troy Bieser (of
Telegram)
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Concerts on the
Square
Pack your picnic, bring
your blankets and enjoy an evening of musical entertainment at the Community
Bandstand on the Square.
City of Decatur
www.decaturga.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3346
May 5 – June 6
Film in IMAX®- Dolphins
Swim alongside inquisitive, Atlantic spotted dolphins,
acrobatic dusky dolphins and bottlenose dolphins as you travel from the
dazzling coral reefs of the Bahamas, to the wind-swept seas of Patagonia in
this returning family-favorite film.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
www.fernbankmuseum.org
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3354
May 7
Concert: Edie Carey
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 7, 14, 21, 28
Blue Sky Concerts
Enjoy a mid-week, lunchtime music break at the Community
Bandstand on the Square.
City of Decatur
www.decaturga.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3346
May 8
Concert: Katie Herzig, Julie Lee and Steven Delopoulos
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 10
Concert: Caroline Aiken and Tommy Talton
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 10
Atlanta Silverbacks Professional Women’s Soccer
DeKalb County’s own professional women’s soccer team plays at
Silverbacks Park vs. the Hampton Roads Piranhas.
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
www.atlantasilverbacks.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3339
May 14
Poetry Reading
Join
amazing poets (TBA) as Callanwolde celebrates the art and performance of
poetry with readings in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Conservatory.
Callanwolde Fine Arts
Center
www.callanwolde.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3344
May 15
Concert: John Jorgenson Quintet and Ronnda Cadle
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 16
Concert: Susan Werner and Meg Hutchinson
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 16
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
May 17
Stone Mountain Village Walk and Wine
This event will feature free wine tasting at many of the
village’s shops, provided by local restaurants. As you taste the wines and
munch on snacks be sure to ask about specials being offered around the
village, in the shops and restaurants.
Stone Mountain Village
www.stonemountainvillage.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3371
May 16 – June
8
(Fridays – Sundays)
The Cocktail Hour
Stop by for The Cocktail
Hour as John, a playwright, returns to his family's house, bringing with
him a new play which he has written about them. His purpose is to obtain
their permission to proceed with production, but his wealthy, very proper
parents are cautious from the outset. There is also John's sister to contend
with, although her reservations have to do with the fact that John has given
her character such a minor role. Their confrontation takes place during the
ritual of the cocktail hour, and while they seem shackled by the past, the
ties which bind prevail, converting pained resignation into cautious but
hopeful anticipation.
Stage Door Players
www.stagedoorplayers.net
1-866-633-5252
May 17
Georgia Caribbean Carnival 2008 – Children’s Carnival
Experience a traditional Trinidad carnival in DeKalb County
including the unique form of street theatre that Caribbean Carnivals are
known for. This colorful festival will showcase the culture and heritage of
the Caribbean region.
Georgia Caribbean Carnival Development Committee
www.georgiacarnival.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3503
May 17
Concert: Cadillac Sky
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 18
Concert: Bain Mattox, Paul Sanchez and Sonia Tetlow (of
Cowboy Mouth)
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 20
DeKalb Symphony
Concert: Vive La France
Au Revoir
as Conductor Fyodor Cherniavsky presents Viva La France, featuring
Christopher Martin on trumpet. Enjoy selected works such as Emmanuel
Chabrier’s Suite Pastorale and Henri Tomasi’s Trumpet Concerto
in this enchanted evening of music at Georgia Perimeter College’s Clarkston
Campus.
DeKalb Symphony
Orchestra
www.DeKalbSymphony.com
1-866-633-5252
ext. 3351
May 23
Jazz on the Lawn Featuring
Marea Alta
Listen to the
fresh, tropical sound of
Marea
Alta's
original compositions. Marea Alta incorporates the improvisatory structure
of jazz into a scheme of multiple Latin rhythms. Bring a blanket and a
picnic and enjoy this special concert under the stars.
Callanwolde Fine Arts
Center
www.callanwolde.org
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3344
May 24
Parade of Bands
Get with the beat as the Parade of Bands highlights the
Georgia Caribbean Carnival celebrations. The Parade of Bands will culminate
at Wade Walker Park in Stone Mountain. There will be a Diaspora market place
filled with art, crafts and food vendors, and a show featuring the sounds
and sights of a carnival.
Georgia Caribbean Carnival Development Committee
www.georgiacarnival.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3503
May 24 – 26
Memorial Weekend Salute to the Troops
Stone Mountain Park
honors American soldiers during this annual Memorial Day celebration.
Country music star Lee Greenwood, best known for his hit, “God Bless the
U.S.A.,” will perform a free concert Saturday night. Inspiring entertainment
will be provided by military bands followed by the 25th
Anniversary Lasershow Spectacular and fireworks.
Stone Mountain Park
www.stonemountainpark.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3370
May 24 - 25
Decatur Arts Festival
Come
enjoy a number of art-related events during May, culminating with a festival
over Memorial Day Weekend. Festival includes an Artists Market with more
than 120 artists on the square, Performing Arts Stage, Doors of Decatur
display and auction, dance performances and Literary Arts Festival.
City of Decatur
www.decaturga.com
1-866-633-5252 ext.
3346
May 24-31
(Nightly)
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 with added displays of laser lights, graphics,
characters and fireworks.
Stone Mountain Park
www.stonemountainpark.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3370
May 25
Concert: The Bonaventure Quartet with Amy Pike
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 29
Concert: Beth Wood and Chuck Carrier
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 30
Tango Night with Tango-Rio
Learn
to appreciate 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. An introductory lesson from the expert instructors of
Tango-Rio start the evening off on the right foot. After the 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
May 30
Concert: Josh Joplin
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 30
Atlanta Silverbacks Professional Women’s Soccer
DeKalb County’s own professional women’s soccer team plays at
Silverbacks Park vs. the Charlotte Lady Eagles.
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
www.atlantasilverbacks.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3339
May 31
Concert: Michelle Malone
Eddie's Attic
www.eddiesattic.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3502
May 31
Atlanta Silverbacks Professional Soccer
DeKalb County’s own professional men’s soccer team plays at
Silverbacks Park vs. the Carolina Railhawks.
Atlanta Silverbacks
Professional Soccer
www.atlantasilverbacks.com
1-866-633-5252 ext. 3339
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