December 19-21, 2014

December 19
JINGLE BALL
THE ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER
Duluth
Power 96.1 presents performing artists Calvin Harris,
T.I., Fall Out Boy, Jessie J, plus other special guests.
7:30pm
$48-$88
770-813-7500
www.gwinnettcenter.com
December 19
OUTSHYNE
WILD BILLS COUNTRY MUSIC HALL
Duluth
7:30pm
$10-$15
678-473-1000
www.wildbillsatlanta.com
December 19
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: SUZY BOGGUSS CHRISTMAS
CONCERT
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
8pm
$30-$40
404-478-2749
www.eddieowenpresents.com
December 19
FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS
ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes
harness and free pizza!
6pm-9pm
$18/climber, spectators free
770-271-1390
www.adrenalineclimbing.com

December 19
ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE
SYLVIA BEARD THEATRE
Buford
Based on the timeless classic film by Frank Capra, this
production celebrates faith and values of the
American philosophy of life: Hard work, fair play and
the love and support of family and community will be
rewarded
8pm
770-945-6762
$17-$25
www.bufordcommunitycenter.com
December 19-20
BLURRED LINES: CONTEMPORARY SELF-TAUGHT
MEETS THE MASTERS
THE HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Duluth
Art Exhibits
10am-5pm
$3-$5
770-623-6002
www.thehudgens.org
December 19-20
12 DATES OF CHRISTMAS
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Mary sees her fiance kiss another woman on
national TV! Over the next year, Mary is set up,
hooked up, strung up, and fed up as she stumbles
back into the dating scene!
Tues-Sat 8pm, 12/20 & Sun 2:30pm
$20
678-226-6222
www.auroratheatre.com

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December 19-20
WINNERS CIRCLE
TANNERY ROW ARTIST COLONY
Buford
Prize winners of juried show 3 person show
12pm-5pm
Free
770-904-0572
www.tanneryrowartistcolony.com

December 19-20
FEATURED ARTISTS & LONG WAY HOME
KUDZU ART ZONE
Norcross
Featured Artists (Friday), (Saturday) will be on hand to
tell you about their own work, guide your tour of the
current exhibit and to invite you to visit the in-house
studious.
11am-4pm
Free
770-840-9844
www.kudzuartzone.org
December 19-20
LONG WAY HOME
KUDZU
Norcross
Gallery Members Exhibit
11am-4pm
Free
770-840-9844
www.kudzuartzone.org

December 19-21
A BIG TOP CHRISTMAS CAROL
NEW LONDON THEATRE
Snellville
Fri & Sat 8pm, Sun 2:30pm
$10-$15
770-559-1484
www.newlondontheatre.org
December 19-21
THE NUTCRACKER
GWINNETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Duluth
Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm
$28-$35
888-9-AXS-TIX
www.gwinnettcenter.com
December 19-21
SANTAS WORKSHOP
THE RECTORY
Norcross
Make plans this holiday season to visit a remarkable,
magical dwelling where you will get to peek into the
hustle and bustle created by Santa, his Elves, local
merchants, artists and artisans.
Fri 11am-8pm, Sat & Sun 1pm-6pm
$5-$10
678-421-2049
www.aplacetoimagine.com

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December 19-21
LANIER ISLANDS CHRISTMAS
LAKE LANIER ISLANDS
Buford
Every night starting at 5pm, pack your car full of
friends and family and drive through our enchanting
Christmas lights show. Enjoy all of your favorite light
pieces and dont miss your chance to visit with Santa,
skate with friends, enjoy sweet treats, warm
beverages, holiday goodies, marshmallow roasting on
the beach and more!
5pm-10pm
$30 carload
770-945-8787
www.lakelanierislands.com

December 19-21
CANDLELIGHT TOUR OF MCDANIEL FARM
MCDANIEL FARM
Duluth
Celebrate the season with a candlelight tour of the
1930s McDaniel Family Farm. Step back in time with
our costumed guide as you discover historic customs
and traditions celebrated during the holiday season.
End the tour with a delicious mug of hot chocolate or
apple cider and a special holiday craft.
6pm & 7pm
ECH members are free, $5 and pre-registration is
required
770-904-3500
www.gwinnettehc.org

December 19-21
THE HOME COMING
LIONHEART THEATRE
Norcross
The Walton family is about to celebrate another
Christmas. It's during the '30s and the Depression.
John
Walton promised to be home soon but seems to be
late. John-Boy tells his sibs about Christmas and all
that stuff. When John hasn't showed for hours, Ma
sends John-Boy out to find him. Will John ever get
home to celebrate Christmas with his family?
Fri-Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm
$10-$15
678-938-8518
www.lionhearttheatre.org

December 19-21
THE ICE RINK AT SUGAR HILL
BEHIND SUGAR HILL CITY HALL
Sugar Hill
Grab your skates (or you can rent them) and have fun
maneuvering around on ice! Skating sessions are 90
minutes, but you can add additional time if you are
having too much fun to leave!
Fri & Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 2pm-9pm
$10-$12, children 2 and under free; skate rentals are
an additional $2
770-945-6716
www.facebook.com/CityofSugarHill
December 19-21
YES VIRGINIA, THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS!
NEW DAWN THEATER
Duluth
Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm & 8pm, Sun 2pm
$12-$15
678-887-5015
www.newdawntheatercompany.com

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December 19-21
A CHRISTMAS SURVIVAL GUIDE
ART STATION, STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
Stone Mountain
Fri & Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm
$15-$27
770-469-1105
www.artstation.org
December 19-21
SUWANEE SCULPTOUR
SUWANEE TOWN CENTER
Suwanee
Walkable outdoor exhibit, tour features 15 pieces on
loan from various artists from around the country and
close to home.
All day
770-945-8996
www.suwanee.com
December 19-21
SNOW WORLD
LAKE LANIER ISLANDS
Buford
NEW this year! Snow slides, speed slides, skating,
carnival rides, fire pits & more! Sunset Cove is now
enclosed and will feature a delicious new assortment
of dishes, as well as favourite traditions!
19.99-34.99
770-945-8787
www.snowworldga.com

December 19-21
SPARKLE! A CELEBRATION OF KIDS, CREATIVITY &
MAGIC
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN NORCROSS
Norcross
Kick off the whole month of holiday magic including
carriage rides,, photos with Santa, Christmas tree
lighting in the park, holiday theatre, menorah lighting
and more! Visit website for daily specific events.
6:30pm-8:30pm
Free
770-448-2122
www.aplacetoimagine.com/event
www.facebook.com/cityofnorcrossga
December 19-21
SNOW MOUNTAIN
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
Welcome to Atlanta's official winter wonderland.
Here you'll find a snow-packed mountainside and
action-packed excitement. Have a ball on five football
fields of frosty joy, including 20 lanes of tubing.
Time slots vary, reservation recommended
$28.00, plus $10 vehicle entry fee
770-498-5690
www.snowmountainpark.com

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December 19-21
TECH CITY ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
GWINNETT ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE CENTER
Buford
Solve the kinds of real-world problems that engineers
face! Meet the challenges by using an engineering
approach that includes designing, building, testing
and modifying. Dam the creek, tile the plaza, shake
your building and more!
Fri-Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Free with paid admission
770-904-3500
www.gwinnettehc.org
December 20
CHRISTMAS WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
THE FORUM ON PEACHTREE PARKWAY
Norcross
Enjoy Santa and Horse Drawn Carriage Rides as well as
other events.
11am-7pm
770-368-8811
http://www.theforumonpeachtree.com/event/christ
mas-celebration-at-theforum/2145445811?epostCardID=1948550472&utm_
medium=email&utm_source=newsletters&utm_camp
aign=1948550472
December 20
DAY WITH SANTA
SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM
Duluth
Your choice of Breakfast, Lunch or the museum's
unique showing of Polar Express.
8:30 breakfast, 12pm lunch, 3:30pm & 6pm Polar
Express
$16-$20
770-495-0253 ext. 2
www.southeasternrailwaymuseum.org

December 20
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE JT THE 20/20 EXPERIENCE
WORLD TOUR
THE ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER
Duluth
Concert
8pm
$48-$178
888-9-AXS-TIX
www.gwinnettcenter.com
December 20
COOKIES & COCOA WITH SANTA
RED CLAY THEATRE
Duluth
Santa will be on site for the kids along with free
crafts.
10am-12noon
Free
www.duluthga.net

December 20
TROUBLE IN TOYLAND
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
10am & 11:30am
$7
678-226-6222
www.auroratheatre.com

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December 20
COOKIES FOR SANTA
GEORGE PIERCE PARK COMMUNITY RECREATION
CENTER
Suwanee
Make sure Santa enjoys his stop at your house with
some special cookies decorated by you! Sample your
cookie creations, drink hot chocolate, enjoy a special
story time! Parents are free.
2pm-4pm
$5, must pre-register by 12/13
678-277-0910
www.gwinnettparks.com
December 20
KUDZU KIDZ SANTAS WORKSHOP
KUDZU ART ZONE
Norcross
Kids of all ages (under 5 needs a parent) can come to
Kudzu to create custom art works as gifts for friends &
family! Families are welcome to join in the fun too!
Stay for the entire time, or just drop in for an hour or
two.
10am-2pm
Free
770-840-9844
www.kudzuartzone.org
December 20
YELAWOLF
WILD BILLS
Duluth
9pm
$15-$50
678-473-1000
www.wildbillsatlanta.com

December 20
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: THE PIERCE PETTIS & ANDY
OFFUTT IRWIN CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
8pm
$22-$30
404-478-2749
www.eddieowenpresents.com

December 20
JOY SMITH AND FRIENDS
EVERETTS MUSIC BARN
Suwanee
8pm
Free, donations welcome
770-945-5628
https://www.facebook.com/EverettsMusicBarn
December 20
27TH ANNUAL JINGLE JOG 5K, JUNIOR 1K and ELF
RUN
LAMBERT HIGH SCHOOL
Suwanee
Tie on your jingle bells and join your family, friends,
co-workers to run, job or walk in the Jingle Jog. This
is more than just a road race, its a holiday tradition
where memories are created. Enjoy free food from
many of Atlantas best restaurants, holiday music by
the Salvation Army Band and a visit with Santa for
some great photos.
Registration 7am, Race 8am
$18-$30
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December 20
GLORY CRAMPTONS WHITE CHRISTMAS
SYLVIA BEARD THEATRE
Buford
Broadway leading lady Glory Crampton is a musicaltheater veteran with an exquisite soprano voice who
is best known for her critically acclaimed roles in
productions of PHANTOM, MY FAIR LADY, NINE,
CAMELOT, CAROUSEL and THE FANTASTICKS. Glory is
also an accomplished soprano solo artist whose many
credits also include starring opposite legendary tenor
Jose Carreras at a sold-out performance at Radio City
Music Hall in New York City.
7:30pm$12-$25
77-945-6762
www.bufordcommunitycenter.com
December 20-21
WEEKEND GUIDED CLIMBTIME
ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes
harness
1pm-6pm
$20/climber, spectators free
770-271-1390
www.adrenalineclimbing.com
December 20-21
STONE MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
Christmas comes to life at Crossroads with more than
2 million lights, the Polar Express 4-D movie, live
shows and a nightly appearance from the Snow Angel.
2pm-10pm
$22-$28, plus $10 vehicle entry
770-498-5690
www.stonemountainpark.com

December 20-21
SNOW MOUNTAIN
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
Welcome to Atlanta's official winter wonderland.
Here you'll find a snow-packed mountainside and
action-packed excitement. Have a ball on five football
fields of frosty joy, including 20 lanes of tubing.
Time slots vary, reservation recommended
$28.90-53.25, plus $10 vehicle entry fee
770-498-5690
www.snowmountainpark.com
December 20-21
VISITS WITH SANTA
GWINNETT HISTORIC COURTHOUSE
Lawrenceville
Share your wish list with the jolly ole elf! Use your
own camera for a $5 sitting fee or $5/photo
(individual or family) in a keepsake card. While youre
waiting for your photos to print, make a craft in the
Elf Workshop for only $1 for two crafts!
Sat 11am, Sun 1pm
$5
770-822-5450
https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/portal/gwinnett/D
epartments/CommunityServices/ParksandRecreation
/CalendarEvents
December 21
GWINNETT GLADIATORS VS. ORLANDO SOLAR
BEARS
THE ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER
Duluth
See Gwinnetts professional ECHL ice hockey team
play.
2:05pm
$10-$31
770-497-5100
www.gwinnettgladiators.com

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December 21
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: BIG DREAMS CONCERT
WITH DANA RICE & FAME
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
Concert
3pm
$10-$15
404-478-2749
www.eddieowenpresents.com

December 21
SUNDAY SUPPER GWINNETT BRAVES FOOD TRUCK
EVENT
COOLRAY FIELD
Lawrenceville
Mac the Cheese food truck and many more, so after a
day of Christmas shopping, stop by and pick up dinner
on the way home!
11am-5pm
www.facebook.com/Sundaysupperfoodtrucks

December 21
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Anthony P. Rodriguez is back for his eighth year with
his mesmerizing solo performance of the holiday
classic. He focuses on the classic art of storytelling,
using his voice and mannerisms to bring to life
Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Jacob Marley and the
remarkable ghosts found in the greatest Christmas
story of all time.
Sun 2:30pm
$20
678-226-6222
www.auroratheatre.com

December 21
THE LIGHTING OF THE GRAND MENORAH
THRASHER PARK
Norcross
Register online and attend for free. Traditional
Chanukah food and drinks will be served
6pm-7pm
$4 at the entrance
678-595-0196
www.facebook.com/City-of-Norcross
www.norcrossga.net

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