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Join Georgia Philharmonic on an interplanetary musical journey as we conclude the 2023/2024 season with Holst’s groundbreaking work, The Planets, accompanied by video and images from NASA and other leading space agencies. 
Holst was inspired by the importance of the planets in Roman and Greek mythology and ultimately composed a work of seven movements, each of which is named after planet of the solar system and its astrological character. Holst described this work as a “series of mood pictures” each evoking a different idea and emotion: Mars—the destruction of war; Jupiter—jollity and patriotism; Venus—peace; Mercury—fluidity and volatility; Saturn—the wisdom of old age; Neptune—infinity of space; and Uranus—the magic of the cosmos. Used as inspiration for the soundtrack to popular films such as Star Wars, this is a season finale you won’t want to miss!
PROGRAM Holst: The Planets, Op. 32
FEATURING Tamara Dworetz, Artistic Director and Conductor Martha Gardner, Concertmaster Georgia Philharmonic

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The Planets presented by Georgia Philharmonic

Saturday May 11, 2024: Join Georgia Philharmonic on an interplanetary musical journey as we conclude the 2023/2024 season with Holst’s...

The Atlanta Wind Symphony presents a free concert featuring the 2024 AWS high school concerto competition winner, flutist Grant Peng, performing the first movement of Mozart's Concerto No. 2.
Selections being performed: 
 • La Procession Du Rocio by Joaquin Turina, arr. Alfred Reed
 • O Magnum Mysterium by Morten Lauridsen, trans. H. Robert Reynolds
 • Concerto No. 2 in D Major, movement I: Allegro aperto, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, transcribed and arranged for symphonic band by Ervin Monroe, featuring flute soloist Grant Peng
 • Toccata Marziale by Ralph Vaughan Williams, ed. Frank L. Battisti
 • Symphony No. 3 "Organ Symphony" Second Movement by Charles Camille Saint-Saens, trans. Mark Hindsley
Donation information:&nbsp;While the concert is free, tax-deductible donations are appreciated and accepted at the concert, via mail, or online. For more information visit www.AtlantaWindSymphony.org.

About the Atlanta Wind Symphony (AWS)
The Atlanta Wind Symphony is celebrating its 44th season as an all-volunteer community wind ensemble dedicated to delivering inspiring performances of quality wind band literature. Comprised of more than 70 adult musicians ranging in experience from music educators to hobbyists, the group has performed at Carnegie Hall and has received the John Philip Sousa Foundation's Sudler Silver Scroll, North America's most prestigious award for community concert bands. The AWS also received the honor of being selected to perform at the 2021 Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic, the world’s largest instrumental music conference. Atlanta Wind Symphony Music Director David Kehler serves as Director of Bands and Professor of Music at Kennesaw State University where he oversees all aspects of the University’s expanding band program; teaches courses in instrumental conducting, symphonic repertoire, and wind literature; and serves as Music Director and Conductor of the KSU Wind Ensemble. AWS Associate Conductor Chris Shumick is in his 12th year as the Director of Bands at Milton High School, where his bands consistently win top honors at festivals and contests. For more information visit www.AtlantaWindSymphony.org
About the high school concerto competition winner
Grant Peng is a 17-year-old flutist from Atlanta who currently studies under Prof. Angela Jones-Reus. Since beginning flute studies at the age of 11, Grant’s accolades include being the winner of YoungArts National Competition - Classical Music, Pelican International Music Competition for Young Artists, a finalist for the MTNA national auditions, the winner of the Atlanta Flute Club Junior Artist Competition, the two-time winner of Georgia Music Teachers’ Association, and the Samuel Fordis Concerto Competition. Grant currently serves as section leader of the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony and was first chair for the Georgia All-State Band 2020-2023 and the Atlanta Youth Symphony Orchestra. Grant has also attended various renowned festivals, including the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, Orford Music Academy, and Governor’s Honor Program. Grant is currently a senior at Northview High School, headed to Duke University. Outside of music, Grant is the captain of his school tennis varsity team winning the state championship in 2022.
About the Atlanta Wind Symphony's season sponsor, Arclin USA
Arclin is an Atlanta-based chemistry and applications company which supplies technologies to applications spanning from building products to agriculture. In addition to headquarters in Roswell, Arclin operates 12 manufacturing locations across North America and employs a team of more than 600. People are Arclin's first priority, and the company maintains a focus on investing in local communities to impact positive change. This concert and the efforts of the Atlanta Wind Symphony are examples of an organization which tirelessly works to benefit the community.

Local Event: Atlanta Wind Symphony Concert Features High School Concerto Competition Winner

Atlanta Wind Symphony Concert Features High...

Saturday May 11, 2024: The Atlanta Wind Symphony presents a free concert featuring the 2024 AWS high school concerto competition winner,...

Atlanta Wind Symphony Concert Features High School Concerto Competition Winner

Downtown Kennesaw

The Kennesaw Farmers Market is open each Monday,&nbsp;May - August,&nbsp;from 3:30 - 7:00 PM! Shop from vendors offering their best vegetables, fruits, baked goods and specialty items! The Farmers Market will be located at the corner of Main Street and Moon Station Road. To learn more about the Kennesaw Farmers Market, visit <a href="https://www.kennesawdowntown.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1HTjXyx_OdnPcmdRy_pFcVihYA5waQQJnjHsVZQL3l8ikAfOIXr5vOXu4_aem_ASu_5QojnezwTYaVscUiomFTLWDzTy2-8sn9HKkUclTHMoCYDvvZc9bPp-2PSVqrlKIX83Sd2ZgIOv9eXM0fab2n" rel="nofollow" role="link" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.kennesawdowntown.com.</a>

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Kennesaw Farmers Market

Monday May 13, 2024: The Kennesaw Farmers Market is open each Monday,&nbsp;May - August,&nbsp;from 3:30 - 7:00 PM! Shop from vendors...

The Kennesaw Farmers Market is open each Monday, May - August, from 3:30 - 7:00 PM! Shop from vendors offering their best vegetables, fruits, baked goods and specialty items! The Farmers Market will be located at the corner of Main Street and Moon Station Road. To learn more about the Kennesaw Farmers Market, visit <a href="https://www.kennesawdowntown.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1HTjXyx_OdnPcmdRy_pFcVihYA5waQQJnjHsVZQL3l8ikAfOIXr5vOXu4_aem_ASu_5QojnezwTYaVscUiomFTLWDzTy2-8sn9HKkUclTHMoCYDvvZc9bPp-2PSVqrlKIX83Sd2ZgIOv9eXM0fab2n" rel="nofollow" role="link" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.kennesawdowntown.com.</a>

Monday May 20, 2024: The Kennesaw Farmers Market is open each Monday, May - August, from 3:30 - 7:00 PM! Shop from vendors offering their...

Ben Robertson Community Center

CandiNews Productions is Children's Theatre designed to awaken the creative spirit and imagination through acting, Musical Theater and movement in a safe, non-competitive environment. We’ll work on all aspects of theatre, acting, dancing and music. Our goals for you are to provide you with the opportunity to have fun exploring the creative arts and discovering new talents while you build on those you already have. We also provide Youth Drama and Acting camps&nbsp;

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In the spirit of honoring our fallen heroes, the Cobb New Horizons Symphonic Band is proud to present a special musical performance on the 27th of May, 2024. The band, under the direction of Dr. Charles R. Jackson, will be performing at The Park at City Center, located at 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA 30188. The event will commence at 9:30 am with the special musical performance, followed by the main ceremony at 10:00 am.
The Cobb New Horizons Symphonic Band is renowned for its exceptional musical prowess, and this Memorial Day, they will be showcasing their talent with a special performance. The band will be playing a selection of patriotic and classical music to honor the memory of those who have served and sacrificed for their country.

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Pet Play Place

CPR And First Aid for Your Pets: 5+ hour class including CPR techniques, first aid skills, health care and wellness information for dogs and cats. Does not include dental care or senior care. Additionally, the class includes our PetSaver® 40-page handbook and upon successful completion, each participant will receive a certification card. Sometimes the unexpected happens… Will you be prepared to take action when it does? 

Classes are $125 per student.&nbsp;

Local Event: Pet Tech® CPR And First Aid

Pet Tech® CPR And First Aid

Sunday June 23, 2024: CPR And First Aid for Your Pets:5+ hour class including CPR techniques, first aid skills, health care and wellness...

Monday June 24, 2024: The Kennesaw Farmers Market is open each Monday, May - August, from 3:30 - 7:00 PM! Shop from vendors offering their...

Southern Museum 2829 Cherokee St. Kennesaw, GA 30144

The Kennesaw Museum Foundation and the Southern Museum will host Southern Spirits on Wednesday, July 3, coinciding with the city of Kennesaw’s Salute to America. The event will take place both indoors and outdoors from 7 to9 p.m., and then all guests will head outside to the front lawn for one-of-a-kind views of Kennesaw’s fireworks display until 10 p.m.
Tickets are $30 for museum members and $40 for non-members.
Admission price includes two beverages (beer, or wine), one featured spirit, a tasting plate of food, admission to museum and lawn seating for fireworks display. (chair provided)
Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite or at the museum ticket counter. There will be limited tickets available on the day of the event. Attendees must be at least 21 years old. Parking near the museum and downtown area will be limited. Off site parking at Andrews Arbors business park, 2959 Cherokee St. NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144 is available for Southern Spirits ticket holders on a first come first serve basis.
&nbsp;Atlanta Bonded Warehouse, Republic Services and Savannah Distributing are sponsoring the event. Music will be provided by the Mars Hill Porch Pickers.
Purchase your tickets on Eventbrite:<a href="https://SouthernSpiritsJuly2024.eventbrite.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://SouthernSpiritsJuly202...</a>
 for more information, visit southernmuseum.org.

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Southern Spirits

Wednesday July 3, 2024: The Kennesaw Museum Foundation and the Southern Museum will host Southern Spirits on Wednesday, July 3, coinciding...

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