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New South Reading Series
Fri., Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Wordsmiths Books
545 N. McDonough St.
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 378-7166
http://www.wordsmithsbooks.com/
The inaugural season of the New South Reading Series continues at Wordsmiths Books and showcases the young, talented, and award-winning writers from the New South's Writing Workshop at Georgia State University. These "emerging" writers have already received national and international acclaim, publishing books with Bloomsbury, Carrol and Graf, and St. Martin's Press.
History of Hope
Sat. Jan. 10, 2:00 pm
Auburn Avenue Research Library
101 Auburn Ave. N.E.
Atlanta GA 30303
http://www.afplweb.com/cms/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=22&Itemid=76
Open community forum and film excerpts about the historical significance and legacy of the Barack Obama Presidency as it relates to the civil rights movement.
Health and Wellness Forum
Sat., Jan 10, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
The King Center
449 Auburn Ave. N.E.
Atlanta GA 30312
www.thekingcenter.com
Information, education and services to empower people in the areas of health, wellness and nutrition. Forum will address childhood obesity, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, asthma and other health disparities. Free testing and screenings for cholesterol level, blood pressure, and other health conditions.
Atlanta Reptile & Exotic Animal Show hosted by Repticon
Gwinnet County Fairground
2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Sat., Jan. 10, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sun., Jan. 11, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
http://www.repticon.com
Phone: 407-230-7217
Email: info@repticon.com
The Atlanta Reptile & Exotic Animal Show presented by Repticon is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise. Participate in free raffles held for enthusiasts and kid’s activities including puppet shows. Price: Adults - $8, Children (5-12) - $5, 4 & under – Free.
The Open Mind Center Open House
Sat., Jan. 10 10:00 am- 6:00 pm.
1575 Old Alabama Rd. Suite 213
Roswell, GA 30076
(678) 243-5074
www.theopenmindcenter.com
Tours of the facility and refreshments. Prizes given away every 45 minutes. The Open Mind Center offers instructive programs, holistic health and wellness services, and products. Classes and workshops in Arts and Creativity, Yoga, Environmental Awareness, Holistic Health and Personal Development.
Catnapping in Kemet
Sat., Jan. 11, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Michael C. Carlos Museum
571 South Kilgo St Atlanta GA 30322
404-727-4282
http://carlos.emory.edu/
Did you know that most modern cats are descendants of ancient Egyptian cats? Or that the ancient Egyptians revered their cats, taking them hunting in the marshes, naming their children after them—even depicting them as goddesses! In this workshop, artist Ande Cook will work with children to create an Egyptian-inspired cat bed to honor and make comfortable the feline in your life. Ages 8-12 years. Fee: $12 for Museum members, $15 for non-members. Pre-registration is required by calling 404-727-0519.
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