ART

Through January 31, 2009
   Yukiko Shimo Exhibition at The Roswell Teahouse & Gallery, 108 Magnolia St., Roswell. Yukiko Shimo is considered one of the top woodblock print artists in Japan.  This is her first solo exhibition in the United States.
   For information:  770-643-5813.

BUSINESS

Every Wednesday
     Roswell Chapter of GA Leads Business Networking Meeting at 7:30 a.m. sharp at Southern Skillet, 1037 Alpharetta St., Roswell.
   The group is a dynamic mix of entrepreneurs and business people who meet weekly in a highly structured, business-focused one hour breakfast session.  Member categories are non-competitive, and the meetings are designed for business people to share leads and ideas.
Membership is by invitation only, but everyone is invited to attend a meeting as a guest.
   For information:  contact Joe Mittiga at 678-665-8177 or Lisa Weltsch-Kurilec at 404-271-6026.

COMMUNITY

January 3
Bring One For the Chipper at the Home Depot, 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd.  This annual Christmas tree recycling event is sponsored by Keep Roswell Beautiful. 
   Drop off trees between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Free seedlings given while supplies last.
   For information:  770-641-3715

January 5
   NFCID Board Meeting at Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) Office,  11605 Haynes Bridge Rd, Suite 100, Alpharetta - Time:  7:30 am - Open to the public

January 7
   Johns Creek Alliance at Emory Johns Creek Hospital, 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek, Time:  7:30 am      Cost:  $5 - Open to the public

   Regional Issues Form at GNFCC office, 11605 Haynes Bridge Road, Suite 100, Alpharetta - Time:  7:45 am - Open to GNFCC members

January 11
   Education Committee at GNFCC office, 11605 Haynes Bridge Rd, Suite 100, Alpharettta      Time:  4 pm       Open to GNFCC members 

   Young Business Networkers for GNFCC members/guests, Cinco Mexican Cantina, 5206 McGinnis Ferry Rd, Alpharetta - Time:  5:30 pm       
Appetizer & drink specials!

January 21
   Milton Business Alliance (MBA) meets the third Thursday of every month at different venues.  This month Members meet at Fry’s Electronics, 3065 Webb Rd, Alpharetta; Time:  6 pm;  Cost:  $5
   All Milton residents and those who do business in Milton are welcome! Appetizers and refreshments served.

January 26
   American Heart Association Heart Saver CPR Course will include infant, child and adult CPR AED demonstrations; also includes workbook, face shield and certification.  Checks payable to Good Samaritan CPR or bring cash.
   Location:  Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Physicians Plaza Lower Level,
classroom 2, Times:  6:30 – 8:30 pm       
   Cost:  $50, Instructor:  Kaye Fife  - Free Parking   
   To register:  Call 800-242-5662, or go to www.EmoryJohnsCreek.com website and select the corresponding checkbox on the class/event search results page.

DANCE

Returning in January
   Classic Belly Dance, Levels I, II, III and IV at Neurosport Physical Therapy office, 8400 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Suite 480, Alpharetta
   Fees:  $120 monthly (multiple days: Classic & Modern Belly Dance);  $60 monthly (one day: Classic    or Modern Belly Dance)  or $15 per class
   For more information, send an email with your name, phone number, email address and tell us in what class days/times you are interested in. beth@bmendez.com gbetza@yahoo.es  or call (678) 886-2752.  Please visit the website at www.bmendez.com

DRAMA

January 10
   Laughing Matters:  Acting Out Improv  at 11am at Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell.
   Laughing Matters collects suggestions from the audience covering the setting, characters and themes.  They then instantly perform sketches, skits, songs and stories.  Children and adults will join on stage to learn basic improvisation.
   The show is 45 minutes and is included in the regular admission fee.
   For information: chattnaturecenter.com

MUSIC

LIVE MUSIC

One Star Ranch at 732 North Main St, Alpharetta on Thursdays 9 pm

Cinco Mexican Cantina at 5206 McGinnis Ferry Rd, Johns Creek on Fridays and Saturdays

Tara Humata Mexican Grill at 6195 Windward Pkwy and at 12050 Etris Rd, Roswell on Fridays