April
April 1
Bunny Hop at the Forum
10-11 a.m.
The Forum
5185 Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree Corners
Admission: free
Stop in at Peterbrooke Chocolatier for a morning of Easter fun at the Bunny Hop. It kicks off with outdoor games and crafts with the Easter Bunny, followed by an egg hunt. Click on theforumonpeachtree.com to learn more about this and other upcoming events.
https://theforumpeachtree.com/events/
April 5
Dragon Daughter’s Art History
3-5 p.m.
Gwinnett County Public Library — Duluth Branch
3180 Main S., Duluth
Admission: free
Explore art history and drawing in conjunction with the life story of Bilan Liao, the author of the book “Diary of the Dragon’s Daughter.” Learn about the artist’s journey from China to America. To find out more, click on gwinnettpl.org.
https://gwinnettpl.libnet.info/event/7948678
April 5, 12, 19, 26, and May 3
Forum Fit
6-7 p.m.
The Forum
5185 Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree Corners
Admission: free
This weekly fitness session combines strength conditioning, cardio and mindfulness, leaving participants feeling balanced and empowered. Earn a loyalty stamp for every completed class. Want to learn more? Click on theforumonpeachtree.com.
April 6, 13, 20, 27 and May 4
Thursday Night Live
6-8 p.m.
The Forum
5185 Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree Corners
Admission: free
The Forum brings in favorite local musicians every Thursday evening, April through October. Everyone is invited to kick back and groove to the smooth sounds.
For the musical line-up and details, go to theforumonpeachtree.com.
https://theforumpeachtree.com/events/friday-night-live/
April 7
First Friday Concert — Xtreme Party Band
7-9 p.m.
Norcross Cultural Arts & Community Center
10 College St., Norcross
Admission: free; reservations required
About the band: Formerly known as Pilot 54, the new band name makes more sense because the party never stops. Catering to every music decade and genre, the band performs hit after hit. Find out more at the Events page of norcrossga.net, where you can also RSVP.
https://www.norcrossga.net/2066/First-Friday-Concert-Series
April 8
Duluth Rotary Car Show
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Duluth Town Green
3167 Main St., Duluth
Admission: free
Exotic autos, antique classics, foreign sports models, hot rods and muscle cars take over Duluth City Hall when the Duluth Rotary Club hosts this car show. Watch for upcoming info on the calendar at duluthga.net.
https://duluthga.net/business_detail_T5_R548.php
April 8
Easter Egg Hunt
10 a.m.
Rossie Brundage Park
350 Autry St., Norcross
Admission: free
The Easter Bunny is hopping to downtown Norcross to hide his eggs in Rossie Brundage Park. Residents should bring Easter baskets to celebrate the renewal of spring. Children will have the opportunity to visit with the Easter Bunny and parents are encouraged to take photos. The Events page at norcrossga.net is the place to learn more.
April 8
Egg-stra Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt
1 p.m.
Rossie Brundage Park
350 Autry St., Norcross
Admission: free; RSVP encouraged
Children with special needs and their families are invited to this Easter Egg Hunt designed for them and held in a safe, inclusive environment. The event will be wheelchair accessible and sensory-friendly with consideration for the visually and hearing impaired. Learn more and RSVP on the Events page at norcrossga.net.
https://www.norcrossga.net/2073/Easter-Egg-Hunt-Special-Needs-Hunt
April 11
Lunch and Learn: How to Become an Entrepreneur
12-1 p.m.
Gwinnett County Public Library — Norcross Branch
5735 Buford Hwy., Norcross
Admission: free; registration recommended; lunch is provided
Entrepreneur Aysha Treadwell of Crimson Commercial Consultants shares how to start a business and create a lender-ready business plan. This workshop has multiple dates available, including May 9 at the Lilburn Branch and June 13 at the Duluth Branch. Click on gwinnettpl.org to get more info and to register.
https://gwinnettpl.libnet.info/event/8059002
April 13
Second Thursday: Cars & Car Safety
10:30-11:45 a.m.
Southeastern Railroad Museum
3595 Buford Hwy., Duluth
Tickets: $17 for one adult and one child with train ride, $13 without train ride
On the second Thursday of every month, parents and their children, aged 2 to 4 years, are invited for a morning preschool interactive program. Go to train-museum.org for updated details and ticket info.
April 14-16
Once Upon a Mattress
Greater Atlanta Christian School King’s Gate Theatre
1575 Indian Trail Rd., Norcross
About the show: The Princess and the Pea is the basis for this musical comedy. For all the latest info, visit greateratlantachristian.org.
https://www.greateratlantachristian.org/arts/theatre
April 15
Good Word Brewing Presents Little Beer
1-5 p.m.
Location and pricing TBD.
The City of Duluth is partnering with Good Word Brewing to bring this event that showcases pale lagers and other sessionable beers. More than 70 breweries from around the country will provide samplings for ticketholders. Check the duluthga.net calendar for updates.
https://cms4.revize.com/revize/duluth/business_detail_T5_R188.php
April 15-16
We Belong Here: Rising Against Asian Hate
Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
Gas South Arena
6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth
Tickets: $20-$25
About the show: This presentation of the Atlanta Chinese Dance Company showcases a collection of folk, classical and contemporary Chinese dances, culminating in a new work inspired by Asian American civil rights movements. For info and tickets, click on gassouthdistrict.com.
https://www.gassouthdistrict.com/events/detail/we-belong-here-rising-against-asian-hate-1
April 18
Animal Cookies at the Farm
10:30 a.m.
McDaniel Farm Park
3251 McDaniel Rd., Duluth
Admission: free
It’s a celebration for National Animal Cracker Day with stories, crafts, games — and, of course, animal crackers. A hayride starts at 11 a.m. This event is designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years of age. Visit the calendar at GwinnettParks.com or call 770-822-5450 for more.
https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/calendar/general
April 20
How Georgia Turned Purple: An Evening with AJC Reporter Greg Bluestein
7-8 p.m.
Gwinnett County Public Library — Duluth Branch
3180 Main S., Duluth
Admission: free; registration requested.
Top AJC reporter Greg Bluestein hosts at issues reshaping Georgia and American politics and discusses his new book, “Flipped: How Georgia Turned Purple and Broke the Monopoly on Republican Power.” Books will be available for sale and signing, and complimentary refreshments will be provided. Learn more and register at gwinnettpl.org.
https://gwinnettpl.libnet.info/event/8022477
April 20-23
The SpongeBob Musical
Thursday and Friday, 7 p.m.
Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Valor Christian Academy
4755 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta
Tickets: $20
About the show: Based on the animated series, this show celebrates the power of optimism. SpongeBob and all his friends face annihilation of their undersea world. Just when all hope seems lost, an unexpected hero rises up. The musical is presented by CYT Atlanta; go to cytatlanta.org to learn more.
https://www.cytatlanta.org/shows/The-Spongebob-Musical/19
April 20-23
Disney on Ice Presents Find Your Hero
Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth
Tickets: $19-$124
About the show: Disney on Ice presents an adventure filled with tales of heroism from everyone’s favorite Disney stories. Join Moana and demigod Maui as they voyage into uncharted territories. Anna and Elsa, the Little Mermaid, Rapunzel and Belle also rise to their challenges. Get tickets and info at gassouthdistrict.com.
https://www.gassouthdistrict.com/events/detail/disney-on-ice-presents-find-your-hero-1
April 22
Neighborhood Cleanup & Recycling Day
8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Norcross Public Works
345 Lively Ave., Norcross
Admission: free
The City of Norcross hosts two Neighborhood Cleanup and Recycling Days each year, one in Spring and one in Fall. Watch the Norcross Events page at norcrossga.net for details such as the locations and times of various activities, along with what items are accepted.
https://www.norcrossga.net/2075/Neighborhood-Cleanup-Recycling-Day
April 22
City of Peachtree Corners Recycling Day
8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
City Hall
310 Technology Pkwy., Peachtree Corners
Admission: free
Peachtree Corners residents only are invited to bring their residential waste for recycling. ProShred will offer shredding, up to five boxes per household, and eWaste will be on hand for electronics recycling. Note that there are some restrictions. For more info, contact Katherine Francesconi at kfrancesconi@peachtreecornersga.gov or 678-691-1200.
April 22
Spring Nature Photography Boat Tour
9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Lake Lanier
5850 Charleston Park Rd., Cumming
Admission: $75 per person for current PCPC members
Peachtree Corners Photography Club members are invited to a six-hour guided tour of Lake Lanier. There will be opportunities to snap photos of landscapes, waterscapes, fish, birds and relics of the lake from the 1950s. Visit pcphotoclub.org for all the details.
April 25
Forum Friends
4-6 p.m.
The Forum
5185 Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree Corners
Admission: free
Children enjoy an ultimate playdate with kid-friendly crafts, games and entertainment on the last Tuesday of the month. Watch for the latest details at theforumonpeachtree.com.
April 27
STEAM
5-7 p.m.
Duluth Town Green
3167 Main St., Duluth
Admission: free
Enjoy an evening of science, technology, engineering, art and math as students from the Duluth school cluster showcase their project-based learning projects. For details, visit the calendar at duluthga.net.
https://cms4.revize.com/revize/duluth/business_detail_T5_R193.php
April 27-29
The Addams Family
Thursday-Friday, 6 p.m.; Saturday
Paul Duke STEM High School
5850 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Norcross
Tickets: Adults, $15; students, $10; ages 5 and under, $7; tickets increase $2 day of the show
About the show: The crazy, creepy Addams Family are celebrated in a musical comedy based on Charles Addams characters. Watch pauldukestem.org for details and tickets.
https://www.gcpsk12.org/pauldukestemhs
April 27-30
The Addams Family
Thursday-Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
Norcross High School
5300 Spalding Dr., Norcross
About the show: The Norcross High School Players present The Addams Family, a musical comedy based on the characters created by Charles Addams. Go to nhs-drama.com for more info.
April 27-29
The Sound of Music
Wesleyan School Powell Theatre
5405 Spalding Dr., Peachtree Corners
About the show: The music of Rodgers and Hammerstein bring the story of the von Trapp family to life. Find out more at wesleyanschool.org.
https://www.wesleyanschool.org/arts/drama
April 28-29
25th Annual Wesleyan Artist Market
Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Wesleyan School
5404 Spalding Dr., Peachtree Corners
Admission: free
The work of more than 80 professional artists will be showcased, including fine art paintings, ceramics, pottery, photography and jewelry. Select Wesleyan student artists will also display their pieces. The artist market is a fundraiser for Wesleyan’s fine arts initiatives. For more info, visit artistmarket.wesleyanschool.org.
https://www.artistmarket.wesleyanschool.org
April 28-29
School House Rock Live! Jr.
6 p.m.
Duluth Wildcat Theatre
3737 Brock Rd., Duluth
About the show: Based on popular 1970s cartoons, this fast-paced musical teaches lessons with catchy tunes. The show is presented by the 9th Grade Advanced Theatre. Visit duluththeatre.weebly.com for more info.
