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AUGUST 2010
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11
SUMMER COFFEEHOUSE SERIES
OPEN MIC POETRY READING
MUSIC 7:30 pm; READINGS 8:15 pm
Callanwolde’s popular summertime coffee house series returns with live music, coffee and refreshments and open-mic poetry readings. Held in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library, the evening begins at 7:30 with a compelling musical performance by poet, songwriter and musician Kodac Harrison. Harrison combines character studies and tales of travel with his bluesy, folk-soul music. His latest CD, Reach for the Moon, is based on his theatrical performance, which premiered at 7 Stages last year. Then at 8:15, the open mic readings are open to poets who would like to read their original poetry.
The first ten poets to call and sign up at 404-872-5338 ext. 228 will read for 5 minutes.
Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students/Seniors/Members.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 13; 7:30 pm
JAZZ CONCERT SERIES: JAZZ ON THE LAWN
GWEN HUGHES - SWING JAZZ
Callanwolde’s Jazz on the Lawn series presents special outdoor concerts featuring many of the area’s best musicians. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Callanwolde’s lush grounds, it’s a great way to unwind and enjoy live music performed by some of the finest jazz artists in the Southeast. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy these special concerts under the stars!
Gwen Hughes, multiple winner of Creative Loafing’s “Best Jazz Artist” award, swings with a mix of elegant jazz, earthy blues and a little rock ‘n’ roll. Her band The Retro Jazz Kats, blend all these influences seamlessly to create a completely memorable evening of music.
Parking is free and on-site. In case of rain, the concerts will be moved to the indoor courtyard.
Tickets: $15 advance purchase online; $20 at door.
Buy tickets online at www.ticketleap.com
For special member discounts, show proof of membership at the door. For groups of 10 or more, and for more information call 404-872-5338.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 27; 8 pm
TANGO NIGHT
Learn to appreciate authentic Argentine tango! You will learn about the rhythm and movement of Argentine Tango and how to focus on connecting with the music and your partner. Learn how two bodies can move as one! Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and no partner is necessary. The evening begins at 8:00 pm with an introductory lesson from the expert instructors of Tango Rio (www.tango-rio.com). After the introductory lesson, you will be ready to try out your new moves with an open tango dance party, beginning at 9:15 pm. $15 Lesson & Party/$10 Party Only. Soft drinks and light snacks will be provided. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
SEPTEMBER 2010
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8; 8 pm
POETRY READING
Callanwolde’s regular poetry series continues featuring Franklin Abbott and Eve Hoffman as they read from their latest published works. Experience an evening of poetry in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library.
Franklin Abbott is a co-founder and chairperson of the Atlanta Queer Literary Festival. His latest book of poetry and memoir is Pink Zinnia, and he is the editor of the anthology Boyhood: Growing Up Male.
Eve Hoffman, a sixth-generation Georgian, has worked as an elected official as well as a public education and environmental advocate. Her authentic southern voice is evident in her chapbook Red Clay, which was published this year by Finishing Line Press.
Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students/Seniors/Members. For more information call (404) 872-5338.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17; 7 pm 
FAMILY STORYTELLING: EMERGING VOICES
Celebrate the power of storytelling as Callanwolde showcases the South’s best stories, storytellers and storytelling traditions. The September show features the Southern Order of Storytellers' Father Goose Brigade - just the gentlemen telling stories to the young. The Father Goose Brigade includes renowned storytelling talents John Beavin, Ray Greene, Akbar Imhotep, Curtis Richardson, Dave Schutten and Tom Wallace. Audiences of all ages will enjoy this program.
This event will be held in the Retreat at Callanwolde. Tickets are sold at the door. $3 General Admission, $1 Children. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24; 8 pm
TANGO NIGHT
Learn to appreciate authentic Argentine tango! You will learn about the rhythm and movement of Argentine Tango and how to focus on connecting with the music and your partner. Learn how two bodies can move as one! Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and no partner is necessary. The evening begins at 8:00 pm with an introductory lesson from the expert instructors of Tango Rio www.tango-rio.com. After the introductory lesson, you will be ready to try out your new moves with an open tango dance party, beginning at 9:15 pm. $15 Lesson & Party/$10 Party Only. Soft drinks and light snacks will be provided. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
OCTOBER 2010
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13; 8 pm
POETRY READING
Callanwolde’s regular poetry series continues featuring Barry Marks and Phil Smith as they read from their latest published works. Experience an evening of poetry in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library.
Barry Marks (l) is the author of Possible Crocodiles (Brick Road Poetry Press, 2010), and has won numerous contests including the Alabama State Poetry Society chapbook competition for There is Nothing Oppressive as a Good Man.
Phil Smith (r) formerly directed a writer's series at the Maryland Writers Council. His collection of poetry and essays Impure Honey! was published in 2007, and two of his poems are included on the CD Words on War.
Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students/Seniors/Members. For more information call (404) 872-5338.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17; 2:00 pm
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MUSIC: CALLANWOLDE CONCERT BAND
Join us for the thirty-eighth season of the Callanwolde Concert Band with Raymond Handfield, Conductor, in the courtyard at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. Enjoy the beautiful historic setting of the Gothic-Tudor mansion while hearing the featured works to be announced. The Band, a community organization for over thirty years, is DeKalb County’s premiere symphonic wind ensemble. Further information is available at www.calcb.org.
Tickets are available at the door. $10 General Admission; $5 Students/Seniors, Atlanta Artscard and Atlanta Planit members. *concert time was updated on 8-30-10
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22; 7:00 pm
FAMILY STORYTELLING: SPOOKY STORIES
Celebrate the power of storytelling as Callanwolde showcases the Atlanta area's best stories, storytellers and storytelling traditions. Audiences will enjoy a diverse group of professional and student storytellers as they entertain audiences with tales for all ages. October features Spooky Stories with Georgia Youth Storytellers and Bev Center, coordinated by Anne Wallace. Children are welcome to wear costumes for a parade and contest, and festive snacks will be served. $3 General Admission, $1 Children. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information, call (404) 872-5338.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22; 8:00 PM TO MIDNIGHT
MAYHEM IN THE MANSION
A NIGHT OF DEADLY DEALING
What better way to celebrate Halloween than with a casino in a gothic mansion? The Callanwolde Dance Ensemble will benefit from this glamorous night of gaming and dancing, with auction, drinks and hors d'oeuvres to keep you going until midnight.
Attire: If you love costumes, feel free. If you don't, just dress to kill.
Tickets: $45 Tickets can be purchased online at TicketLeap.com
For more information call Callanwolde's registration office at 404-872-5338.
Photo: pattersonphotography.com
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29; 8:00 pm
COSTUME TANGO NIGHT with TANGO-RIO!
Learn to appreciate authentic Argentine tango! You will learn about the rhythm and movement of Argentine Tango and how to focus on connecting with the music and your partner. Learn how two bodies can move as one! Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and no partner is necessary. The evening begins at 8:00 pm with an introductory lesson from the expert instructors of Tango Rio (www.tango-rio.com). After the introductory lesson, you will be ready to try out your new moves with an open costume tango dance party, beginning at 9:15 pm. $15 Lesson & Party/$10 Party Only. Soft drinks and light snacks will be provided. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
NOVEMBER 2010
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7; 3 pm
ANNUAL MEMOIR READING
Callanwolde presents students from the Advanced Memoir Seminar who will read excerpts from their memoirs-in-progress. This event will be held in the Samuel Goldman Retreat at Callanwolde. A champagne reception follows the performance. $10 General Admission. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information call 404-872-5338.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10; 8 pm
POETRY READING
Callanwolde’s regular poetry series continues featuring Karen Holmes and Anya Krugovoy Silver as they read from their latest published works. Experience an evening of poetry in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library.
Karen Paul Holmes (l) has had her poems published in Poetry East, Atlanta Review, Sow's Ear Poetry Review, the anthology Echoes Across the Blue Ridge, and elsewhere. She coordinates a monthly poetry critique group in Buckhead.
Anya Krugovoy Silver (r) is an associate professor of English at Mercer University in Macon. Her debut poetry collection The Ninety-Third Name of God was published this year by Louisiana State University Press.
Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students/Seniors/Members. For more information call (404) 872-5338.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12; 7:00 pm
FAMILY STORYTELLING:
EMERGING VOICES "TELLABRATION"
Tellabration is a night of storytelling all over the world! Celebrate the power of storytelling as Callanwolde showcases the Atlanta area's best stories, storytellers and storytelling traditions. Audiences will enjoy Emerging Voices Youth Tellabration as outstanding youth storytellers from City of Atlanta, Dekalb, Coweta and Henry counties will entertain audiences with tales for all ages. $3 General Admission, $1 Children. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information, call (404) 872-5338.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1 pm
CHILDRENS HOLIDAY EVENT
LAND OF THE SWEETS TEA
Join us for a special tea for children in our Callanwolde mansion! Elaborately decorated tabletops, a holiday dance performance, and a visit from Santa with his bag of gifts will be the highlight of this delightful afternoon for children and parents. Tea and hot chocolate will be served along with tea sandwiches, cakes, cookies, and candies. Tickets: $25 per person. Only 4 children per adult please. Children should be age 4 and above. For more information call 404-872-5338.
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 - 21
NOVEMBER 19: 7:00 - 9:30 pm
NOVEMBER 20 and 21: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
HOLIDAY POTTERY SALE
Callanwolde will hold its annual holiday pottery sale, which will take place in the beautiful indoor courtyard at Callanwolde throughout the weekend of November 20. Find functional, decorative, and sculptural one-of-a-kind ceramic works created by Callanwolde’s renowned pottery program instructors and assistants. For more information call 404-872-5338.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 30; 7 pm
CHRISTMAS AT CALLANWOLDE
PREMIERE PARTY
Christmas at Callanwolde’s Premiere Party will mark the official kick-off of this year’s holiday season with an unforgettable evening at Callanwolde. Raise a glass and be among the first to preview the historic mansion decorated for the season by Atlanta’s premiere interior and floral design professionals. Meet the talented designers while enjoying live entertainment by Atlanta singer and keyboard artist Lindsay Appel and creative gourmet delights by Affairs to Remember Caterers. Don’t miss your chance to join friends and celebrate the start of the joyous season!
Tickets: $75 each. Admission by advance reservation only. Attire: Business/Cocktail
Proceeds to benefit Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, serving the community as an educational center for the visual, literary and performing arts.
Thanks to our Premiere Party in-kind sponsor Affairs to Remember Caterers
DECEMBER 2010
DECEMBER 1 THROUGH 12
“CHRISTMAS AT CALLANWOLDE”
Christmas at Callanwolde returns with a 12-day holiday extravaganza! The magnificent Gothic-Tudor mansion will capture the spirit of the holidays as it is transformed into a magical world by Atlanta’s top interior and floral designers. This year’s theme, a Roaring 20’s Christmas, is reminiscent of the glorious era when the Candler family lived there. Don’t miss Christmas at Callanwolde’s featured events: Roaring 20's themed rooms decorated by Atlanta's top interior designers, live entertainment throughout the day including the Callanwolde Aeolian Organ, holiday shopping, Gingerbread Village, Battle of the Ice, Children’s Marshmallow Roasts, Callanwolde Artist Studio and much more. And remember to buy tickets early for this year’s advance reservation events: The Premiere Party, Breakfast with Santa and Teddy Bear Tea.
Hours: Weekdays and Saturdays: 10 am – 4 pm; Sundays 11 am – 4 pm; Extended Evening Hours, Wednesdays: 4 pm – 9 pm.
Tickets: $20 General Admission; $15 Seniors 65+; $15 Group Sales of 20+; $12 Children 4 – 12; Children 3 and under free.
For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.ChristmasatCallanwolde.org or call 404-872-5338.
Thanks to our 2010 Christmas at Callanwolde Presenting Sponsors: The Coca-Cola Company and Point of Vision.
Proceeds from this spectacular Atlanta tradition will support Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, serving the community as an educational center for the visual, literary and performing arts.
Christmas at Callanwolde Sponsors
SATURDAYS, DECEMBER 4, 11 AND 18; 9 am
CHRISTMAS AT CALLANWOLDE'S
”BREAKFAST WITH SANTA”
Christmas would not be complete without a special breakfast with Santa! A delight for children and parents, you’ll enjoy the spirit of the holiday season in the festively decorated Callanwolde mansion. Kid-friendly breakfasts will be served. Don't forget your camera to capture those special moments when Santa arrives and children share their secret wish lists. This event will be held in the Callanwolde Indoor Courtyard.
Tickets: $20 per person (Includes general admission). Tickets by advance reservation only. Tickets sell out quickly so make your reservations early!
For more information and to purchase tickets visit: www.christmasatcallanwolde.org or call 404-872-5338.
Thanks to Abbott Brown Wealth Management, our 2010 Breakfast with Santa sponsor.
Proceeds from this spectacular Atlanta tradition will support Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, serving the community as an educational center for the visual, literary and performing arts.
SUNDAYS, DECEMBER 5, 12 AND 19; 3 pm
CHRISTMAS AT CALLANWOLDE'S
”TEDDY BEAR TEA”
Dress up and bring your very special teddy bear for a festive children’s tea in the elegant Callanwolde mansion!
You'll enjoy the spirit of the holidays in the mansion which will be beautifully decorated for the season. Elaborately decorated tabletops, a holiday storytelling performance, tea and hot chocolate, tea sandwiches, cakes, cookies, and candies will highlight this delightful afternoon for families. This event will be held in the Callanwolde Indoor Courtyard.
Tickets: $25 per person (includes general admission). Tickets by advance reservation only. Only 4 children per adult please. Children should be age 4 and above.
Tickets sell out quickly so make your reservations early!
For more information and to purchase tickets visit: www.christmasatcallanwolde.org or call 404-872-5338.
Thanks to Belk, our 2010 Teddy Bear Tea sponsor.
Proceeds from this spectacular Atlanta tradition will support Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, serving the community as an educational center for the visual, literary and performing arts.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4; 12, 2 AND 7 pm
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5; 2 pm
DANCE PERFORMANCE
Excerpts from "THE NUTCRACKER"
The holiday season is not complete without attending a performance of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker". Join the Callanwolde Ballet Ensemble as they present four performances of excerpts from the holiday ballet classic. The performance will be held at St. Pius Catholic School’s Monsignor Terry W. Young Center for the Performing Arts.
Tickets: $12 per person. Ticket sales begin November 8. For ticket reservations call Callanwolde’s program office at (404) 872-5338 ext 238. Tickets sell out quickly so make your reservations early!
Past events this year...
JANUARY 2010
SATURDAY, JANUARY 2; 8:30 am to 12 noon
PEACH SEED YOUTH STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
Celebrate the power of storytelling at Callanwolde this New Year! Callanwolde Emerging Voices Storytellers present a festival packed with fun, creative, hands-on storytelling workshops for children grades K through 5. The festival is a great opportunity for a “mother's morning out” during winter break.
Workshops include: Making and Using Puppets, Young Actors Theater, Interactive Stories, Animal Tales and Multicultural Tales.
Fee of $20.00 per child includes 2 workshops, performances by professional storytellers, snacks and a goodie bag. Members of AtlantaPlanit will receive two-for-one admission discount.
The event will be held in Callanwolde’s historic mansion at 980 Briarcliff Road, Atlanta 30306.
For more information and to register please email: Anne50W@aol.com or ireaduread@hotmail.com.
Registration will also be accepted at the door on the date of the event. Arrive early to register at the door.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13; 8 pm
"OPEN MIC" POETRY NIGHT
Join amateur and professional poets alike as Callanwolde celebrates the art and performance of poetry with its open mic poetry reading night in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library. Poets who would like to share their original poetry are welcome. Readings are open to the first ten poets who call and sign up. 404-872-5338 ext. 228. Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students with ID, Seniors, and Members. For more information call 404-872-5338.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 15; 7:00 pm
BOOK LAUNCH: "HIGHLANDS-A-GO-GO"
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center will sponsor the launch of a new novel, “Highlands-A-Go-Go: Finding Virginia-Highland” with a wine-and-cheese reception and a reading by the author. The event will be held in the Samuel Goldman Retreat, located on the Callanwolde grounds at 980 Briarcliff Rd., Atlanta.
The book, by local author DM Paule, is set in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland neighborhood. “Depending on who you talk to, Virginia-Highland is an entertainment district; a left-wing, political powerhouse; or a state-of-mind. The goal of this book is to preserve a moment in time,” says Paule. Paule is also the author of the highly successful novel “The Monarch of Key West”, published in 2001.
Books will be available to be purchased and signed by the author. Reservations are required, and a tax-deductible contribution of $20 will go to benefit Callanwolde’s arts programming.
For reservations, contact Jane Edwards at 404-872-5338 ext. 240, or by email: jedwards@callanwolde.org.
For more information about the book visit www.highlandsagogo.com.
FEBRUARY 2010
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5; 7 pm 
FAMILY STORYTELLING: EMERGING VOICES
Celebrate the power of storytelling as Callanwolde showcases the South’s best stories, storytellers and storytelling traditions. Black History Month will feature stories from historical African and African-American traditions. This spirited show will include dynamic performers from the Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia including Auntie Ernestine, Akbar Imhotep, Kuumba Kids and more. Coordinated by well-known local storytellers Esther Culver and La Doris Bias-Davis. Audiences of all ages will enjoy this evening. Tickets are sold at the door. $3 General Admission, $1 Children. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10; 8 pm
POETRY READING
Join two amazing poets Robin Kemp and Anne Webster as Callanwolde celebrates the art and performance of poetry with readings in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library.
Robin Kemp (l) holds an MFA from the University of New Orleans and teaches writing at Georgia State University. Her first book of poems, This Pagan Heaven, was published by Pecan Grove Press in 2008. Her poetry has appeared in Able Muse, New Orleans Review, Valparaiso Poetry Review, Texas Review, Letters to the World: Poems from the WOM-PO Listserv, the website Verse Daily and elsewhere.
Anne Webster's (r) poetry collection A History of Nursing, which draws from her 25-year nursing career, was a 2009 nominee for the National Book Award. Her poems and essays have appeared in many journals and anthologies including Rattle, Intensive Care, The New Quarterly, Southern Cedar Hills Review, Stories of Death and Dying and The Poetry of Nursing: Poems and Commentaries of Leading Nurse Poets.
Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students with ID, Seniors, and Members. For more information call 404-872-5338.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12; 8 pm
TANGO NIGHT – VALENTINE TANGO!
Learn to appreciate authentic Argentine tango! You will learn about the rhythm and movement of Argentine Tango and how to focus on connecting with the music and your partner. Learn how two bodies can move as one! Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and no partner is necessary. The evening begins at 8:00 pm with an introductory lesson from the expert instructors of Tango Rio www.tango-rio.com. After the introductory lesson, you will be ready to try out your new moves with an open tango dance party, beginning at 9:15 pm. $15 Lesson & Party/$10 Party Only. Soft drinks and light snacks will be provided. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21; 4 to 10 pm
FOR MUSICIANS: AN EVENING OF CHAMBER MUSIC
LYRA MUSIC WORKSHOP
Welcoming the talents of all adult amateur and professional musicians who would like an opportunity to gather to read, play and perform chamber music in the historically rich ambiance of Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. This event provides a unique learning and performing experience for music-makers at every level of development. Facilitated by members of LYRA, the “soiree” aims to provide exposure to a wide variety of chamber music literature, to stimulate sensitive ensemble playing, and to enhance awareness of the elements of fine musicianship through sight-reading, listening, and performing. Dinner is provided. Admission: $25. For more detailed information and application form, please visit www.lyraquartet.org or call 404-373-7756.
MARCH 2010
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10; 8 pm
POETRY READING
Join two amazing poets Blake Leland and Tania Rochelle as Callanwolde celebrates the art and performance of poetry with readings in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library.
Blake Leland (l) teaches at Georgia Tech's School of Literature, Communication, and Culture. His poetry has appeared in The New Yorker, Epoch, Indiana Review, Commonwealth and elsewhere, and has been incorporated in several digital multi-media pieces.
Tania Rochelle's (r) poems have been widely published in magazines and anthologies. Her poetry volumes include Karaoke Funeral and The World's Last Bone, both from Snake Nation Press. She teaches writing at the Portfolio Center in Atlanta.
Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students with ID, Seniors, and Members. For more information call 404-872-5338.
FRIDAY, MARCH 12; 7:30 pm
GATHERING WILD DANCE COMPANY PERFORMANCE
“LESSONS AND DREAMS”
Callanwolde showcases an enlivened evening of modern dance featuring Gathering Wild Dance Company with guest dance maker Corian Ellisor and guest dancer Bubba Carr. Dances choreographed by Jerylann Warner offer a new incarnation of the acclaimed company, along with a glimpse into premiere works that continue to reflect moving and voluminous phrases. Audiences will enjoy the intimate setting of Callanwolde, environmentally enhanced by builder Paul Miller, the warm glow cast by his lighting scape infusing the powerful dancers of Gathering Wild. Tickets: $12 General Admission; $10 Students/Children. Limited tickets are available. For more information and reservations call 404-378-9018.
SUNDAY, MARCH 14; 12 - 1 pm
GUIDED TOUR OF THE CALLANWOLDE ESTATE
"THE PHOENIX FLIES"
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center invites the community to tour the magnificent Gothic-Tudor-style mansion built in 1920 by Charles Howard Candler, eldest son of Coca-Cola founder Asa G. Candler. An architectural landmark in the Druid Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, Callanwolde is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and reflects the style, charm and dignity of an historic era. Callanwolde joins the Atlanta Preservation Center for this annual celebration of historic places, The Phoenix Flies - A Citywide Celebration of Living Landmarks (March 6 – March 21). Free. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. For more information call 404-872-5338.
SUNDAY, MARCH 21; 2 & 5 pm
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CALLANWOLDE YOUTH DANCE PERFORMANCE
“THROUGH THE GARDEN GATES”
Usher in the spring season by joining Callanwolde’s talented youth dancers! Bring the family, your favorite blanket, a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of dancing in Callanwolde’s beautifully restored gardens and new outdoor amphitheatre. Ticket sales will begin February 9. Tickets: $10 General Admission; $8 Children/Seniors (per performance). Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling Callanwolde’s Programs Office at 404-872-5338 ext 238. In case of rain the event will be held in Callanwolde’s indoor courtyard.
* Please note: Date and time of this event was updated on 01/26/10
FRIDAY, MARCH 26; 7:30 pm*
BAROQUE & JAZZ - FROM BACH TO BRUBECK
EMILY COLLETTE, HARPSICHORDIST
Harpsichordist Emily Collette spans history with keyboard works from Renaissance to Modern Jazz, sometimes integrating eras in an eclectic style. Blending Baroque ornamentation and Jazz improvisation, selections from J.S. Bach present a natural contrast with the compositions of Dave Brubeck. This musical experience displays the colors and textures of early instruments enhanced by the historic ambiance of the Callanwolde Retreat. Tickets will be sold at the door. $15 General Admission; $10 Students/Seniors/Members. For more information call 404-872-5338.
* Please note: Date and time of this event was updated on 01/26/10
FRIDAY, MARCH 26; 7 pm
FAMILY STORYTELLING: EMERGING VOICES
Celebrate the power of storytelling as Callanwolde showcases the South’s best stories, storytellers and storytelling traditions. Coordinated by acclaimed storyteller LaDoris Bias-Davis the show features the Charles R. Drew Charter School Storytellers, who will entertain audiences with their unique stories and folktales. Audiences of all ages will enjoy this evening. Tickets are sold at the door. $3 General Admission, $1 Children. For more information call (404) 872-5338.
SUNDAY, MARCH 28; 3:00 pm
SPRING CONCERT: CALLANWOLDE CONCERT BAND
We cordially invite you to a concert of the Callanwolde Concert Band with Raymond Handfield, Conductor, as they perform a program of varied popular music in the classical tradition. The program includes: Rienzi Overture, by Richard Wagner; Quiet City, by Aaron Copland; Finale Symphony No. VIII, by Antonin Dvorak; Procession of The Nobles, by Rimsky Korsakov; Guys & Dolls Highlights, by Frank Loesser. The Band, a community organization now in its thirty-eighth season, is DeKalb County’s premiere symphonic wind ensemble. Further information is available at www.calcb.org. Tickets are available only at the door: $10 General Admission; $5 Students/Seniors, Atlanta Artscard and Atlanta Planit Members.
SUNDAY, MARCH 28; 7:30 pm
LYRA STRING QUARTET
WITH GUEST ARTISTS JAMES DUNHAM AND CHRISTOPHER FRENCH
Enjoy a star-studded concert at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center as LYRA invites world-renowned violist James Dunham and Christopher French as guest artists for an unforgettable evening of great music. Callanwolde sets the stage for the most intimate, personal sharing of some of the most profoundly moving music ever written. A LYRA concert at Callanwolde is a musical experience in which the boundaries of stage and expectation dissolve. Come join the magic! $18 General Admission; $12 Students/Seniors; $3 Discount at the door for Callanwolde members. For more information or to purchase tickets please call 404-373-7756 or order online at www.lyraquartet.org. Tickets will also be sold at the door.
APRIL 2010
SATURDAY, APRIL 3; 10 am – 12 noon
“EGGSTRAVAGANZA"
EGG HUNT AT CALLANWOLDE
Eggstravaganza hops into Callanwolde! A family favorite for years, Callanwolde’s Easter egg hunt features thousands of eggs to find, a live performance by Enzo the Clown, Atlanta Braves games & prizes, and a chance to pet live bunnies and meet the Easter Bunny. Bring your Easter basket and your camera for a fun, family day set in Callanwolde’s beautiful gardens and grounds.
Tickets: $10 kids; Adults free. Limited tickets are available. Tickets can be purchased online at ticketleap.com
In case of rain the event will be cancelled. No on-site parking.
Arrive early for free parking and shuttle bus service at the Emory University Briarcliff Campus, 1256 Briarcliff Road, just one-half mile north of Callanwolde. All proceeds benefit the Callanwolde Dance Program. For more information call 404-872-5338.
SUNDAY, APRIL 11; 1 to 5 pm
"GLOBAL ENGAGEMENTS"
AN INTERNATIONAL BRIDAL SHOW
Discover unlimited wedding possibilities and choose from a world of international ideas. You are invited to Callanwolde’s majestic Gothic-Tudor mansion with its sculptured lawns, lush gardens and enchanting wooded grounds, to experience the most sophisticated bridal show of the year! Throughout the 12.5-acre estate you'll find an assortment of picturesque indoor and outdoor settings - perfect backdrops for romantic wedding ceremonies and receptions of any style. The palatial mansion and grounds will be humming with international and local wedding professionals showcasing their most imaginative visions.
Whether you are planning an outdoor wedding in a romantic English garden, a reception bordered by ceiling-to-floor windows and Gothic archways or a luxurious procession down a sweeping grand stairway, you'll find an impressive selection of ideas from around the globe to spark your imagination and help you create the wedding of your dreams.
Register online today for free! One lucky bride will have a chance to win a Gift Certificate for a free wedding venue at Callanwolde. You must be present at the show to win. The show will also feature heaps of bridal giveaways and prizes. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Rd, NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. For more information call Khadijah Correa at 404-872-5338 ext 232.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14; 8 pm
POETRY READING
Callanwolde's regular poetry series continues with readings by renowned poets as they read from their latest published works.
Christopher "Cocktails" Cornell (l) has performed spoken word on stage at such events as the Decatur Book Festival and the National Black Arts Festival, on TV shows including BET Lyric Cafe, MTV Road Rules 11 and Robert Townsend's Spoken and on his CD Mentally Intoxicating.
James May (r) is the editor-in-chief of the literary magazine New South. His poetry has appeared or is forthcoming in The New Republic, 32 Poems, Cimarron, The New Ohio Review, The Atlanta Review and Sixty-Six, and in May 2009 was awarded the Agnes Scott College Writers' Festival Competition Prize in Nonfiction.
Experience an evening of poetry in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library. Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students with ID, Seniors, and Members. For more information call 404-872-5338
FRIDAY, APRIL 16; 7 pm
FAMILY STORYTELLING: EMERGING VOICES
Celebrate the power of storytelling as Callanwolde showcases the South’s best stories, storytellers and storytelling traditions. Organization of DeKalb Educators night featuring ODE president David Schutten as emcee, Rowland Elementary School tellers and performers from Stepping Stones Academy. Audiences of all ages will enjoy this evening. Tickets are sold at the door. $3 General Admission, $1 Children. For more information call (404) 872-5338.
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY; APRIL 16 - 18
APRIL 16 & 17; 10 am to 5 pm
APRIL 18; 1 pm to 5 pm
ARTIST MARKET - CALLANWOLDE CLAY GUILD
Artists of the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center Clay Guild have been invited
to participate in the Artist Market of the Druid Hills Home and Garden Tour, April 16-18. The Artist Market will be located at St. John's Lutheran Church in Druid Hills, Friday and Saturday, from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, from 1 pm to 5 pm. Works are created by Callanwolde pottery students with three to 25 years of experience in hand building and wheel throwing. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Callanwolde Pottery Program at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road, Atlanta. For more information call (404) 219-0872.
FRIDAY, APRIL 23; 8 pm
TANGO NIGHT
Learn to appreciate authentic Argentine tango! You will learn about the rhythm and movement of Argentine Tango and how to focus on connecting with the music and your partner. Learn how two bodies can move as one! Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and no partner is necessary. The evening begins at 8:00 pm with an introductory lesson from the expert instructors of Tango Rio www.tango-rio.com. After the introductory lesson, you will be ready to try out your new moves with an open tango dance party, beginning at 9:15 pm. $15 Lesson & Party/$10 Party Only. Soft drinks and light snacks will be provided. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
MAY 2010
SATURDAY, MAY 8; 9 am to 2 pm
SUNDAY, MAY 9; 10 am TO 4 pm
MOTHER’S DAY JEWELRY SHOW AND SALE
Callanwolde presents its first Jewelry Show and Sale on Mother’s Day weekend. Original, handmade pieces created by the Callanwolde jewelry making instructors and students will be available for sale in all price ranges. Family members will have an opportunity to purchase unique and thoughtful gifts for that special someone. Springtime at Callanwolde is a sight to behold. Bring a loved one and pick out that special gift. The event will be located on the Callanwolde grounds at the Samuel Goldman Retreat. For more information call 404-872-5338.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12; 8:00 pm
POETRY READING
Callanwolde’s regular poetry series continues with an evening of poetry readings by renowned poets as they read from their latest published works.
Press 53 presents an evening of poetry featuring Charleston poet Linda Annas Ferguson, poet laureate of South Carolina Marjory Heath Wentworth, Atlanta poet Alexa Selph, Macon poet Austin Segrest, and poet laureate of Georgia, David Bottoms.
Experience an evening of poetry in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library.
$5 General Admission, $3 Students/Seniors/Members. For more information call 404-872-5338.
FRIDAY, MAY 14; 7:00 pm
FAMILY STORYTELLING: EMERGING VOICES
Celebrate the power of storytelling as Callanwolde showcases the South’s best stories, storytellers and storytelling traditions. Coordinated by national award-winning librarian Anne Wallace, the show features the Georgia Multi-County Youth Storytellers who will entertain audiences with their unique stories and folktales. Audiences of all ages will enjoy this evening. Tickets are sold at the door. $3 General Admission, $1 Children. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MAY 15 & 16
10 am to 5 pm
SPRING POTTERY SALE
Callanwolde will hold its annual Spring Pottery Sale, which will take place in the beautiful Conservatory. Find functional, decorative and sculptural one-of-a-kind ceramic works created by Callanwolde’s renowned pottery program instructors and assistants.
For more information call 404-874-9351.
Shown right: Casserole Dish by Katy McDougal
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9
SUMMER COFFEEHOUSE SERIES
OPEN MIC POETRY READING
MUSIC 7:30 pm; READINGS 8:15 pm
Callanwolde’s popular summertime coffee house series returns with live music, coffee and refreshments and open-mic poetry readings. Held in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library, the evening begins at 7:30 with live acoustic music and at 8:15 the open mic readings are open to poets who would like to read their original poetry. John Kunz, a musician's musician, will sing his own heartfelt and observant songs along with acoustic guitar. He has performed at many acoustic venues in Atlanta including the Freight Room and Lena's Place, as well as playing jazz-style piano around the Southeast.
The first ten poets to call and sign up at 404-872-5338 ext. 228 will read for 5 minutes.
Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students/Seniors/Members.
FRIDAY, JUNE 18; 7:30 pm
JAZZ CONCERT SERIES: JAZZ ON THE LAWN
KODAC HARRISON – BACK STREET JAZZ
Callanwolde’s Jazz on the Lawn series presents special outdoor concerts featuring many of the area’s best musicians. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Callanwolde’s lush grounds it’s a great way to unwind and enjoy live music performed by some of the finest jazz artists in the Southeast. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy these special concerts under the stars! Jazz on the Lawn continues throughout the summer with a variety of brilliant jazz artists.
Callanwolde opens its 2010 series with internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician, Kodac Harrison. With a style distinctly his own, his bluesy-jazz music reveals imaginative character studies and poetic tales of travel. He brings together the Back Street Jazz ensemble, a lineup of Atlanta’s favorite jazz treasures including Nick Longo – sax, Dan Coy – guitar, Mark Bynum – bass and Sean O'Rourke – drums.
Parking is free and on-site. In case of rain, the concerts will be moved to the indoor courtyard.
Tickets: $15 advance purchase online; $20 at door. Buy tickets online at www.ticketleap.com
For special member discounts, show proof of membership at the door. For groups of 10 or more, and for more information call 404-872-5338.
JUNE 2010
FRIDAY, JUNE 25; 7:30 pm
JAZZ CONCERT SERIES: JAZZ ON THE LAWN
JIM PEARCE BAND – MODERN CREATIVE JAZZ
Callanwolde’s Jazz on the Lawn series presents special outdoor concerts featuring many of the area’s best musicians. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Callanwolde’s lush grounds it’s a great way to unwind and enjoy live music performed by some of the finest jazz artists in the Southeast. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy these special concerts under the stars! Jazz on the Lawn continues throughout the summer with a variety of brilliant jazz artists.
Jim Pearce, Atlanta-based pianist, vocalist and composer, presents tunes that combine hip changes, strong melodies and a refreshing sense of humor. He and his band play in a relaxed, straight-ahead jazz style with killer solos on piano, sax and trumpet – an all-around great band performance.
Parking is free and on-site. In case of rain, the concerts will be moved to the indoor courtyard.
Tickets: $15 advance purchase online; $20 at door.
Buy tickets online at www.ticketleap.com
For special member discounts, show proof of membership at the door. For groups of 10 or more, and for more information call 404-872-5338.
JULY 2010
FRIDAY, JULY 9; 7:30 pm
JAZZ CONCERT SERIES: JAZZ ON THE LAWN
MARSHA DUPREE – SOULFUL CABARET JAZZ
Callanwolde’s Jazz on the Lawn series presents special outdoor concerts featuring many of the area’s best musicians. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Callanwolde’s lush grounds, it’s a great way to unwind and enjoy live music performed by some of the finest jazz artists in the Southeast. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy these special concerts under the stars! Jazz on the Lawn continues throughout the summer with a variety of brilliant jazz artists.
Marsha DuPree, a beautifully skilled jazz songstress, is known for her “sweet soul” cabaret and musical review specialties. A lead female singer in the Southeast, she presents a soulful fusion of jazz, swing, blues and gospel, as she fronts a 5-pc jazz ensemble – The Sweet Soul Jazz Masters.
Parking is free and on-site. In case of rain, the concerts will be moved to the indoor courtyard.
Tickets: $15 advance purchase online; $20 at door.
Buy tickets online at www.ticketleap.com
SUNDAY, JULY 11; 7:30 pm
”CHRISTMAS IN JULY”
LANDINGSTAR DANCE PERFORMANCE
Choreographer Kate Holland’s performance ensemble LandingStar will join forces with other artists and performers to present a light-hearted contemporary dance performance and fun-filled fundraiser. Included in the evening of lively entertainment will be David Spencer’s dynamic ballroom dancers and vocalist John Martin with accompanist Mark Walsh, who will perform love songs from the 30’s and 40’s.
After the performance, the audience is invited to dance the evening away in Callanwolde’s spacious indoor courtyard. Guests are invited to wear red, white, green or any other Christmas attire as everyone gets a jump on the holiday season and a sneak-peek at this year’s holiday events at Callanwolde. There will be lots of giveaways, take-home surprises and good cheer as you support Callanwolde, one of Atlanta’s most important landmarks and art centers. Light refreshments will be provided.
Tickets: $20 per person. For more information and to reserve your tickets, please call Kate Holland at (404) 371-8874
WEDNESDAY, JULY 14
SUMMER COFFEEHOUSE SERIES
OPEN MIC POETRY READING
MUSIC 7:30 pm; READINGS 8:15 pm
Callanwolde’s popular summertime coffee house series returns with live music, coffee and refreshments and open-mic poetry readings. Held in the unique setting of the Callanwolde Library, the evening begins at 7:30 with live acoustic music and at 8:15 the open mic readings are open to poets who would like to read their original poetry. Rhythmic acoustic guitar player Veronika Jackson sings with the flavor of blues and with a sprinkling of storytelling that touches the heart.
The first ten poets to call and sign up at 404-872-5338 ext. 228 will read for 5 minutes. Tickets are sold at the door. $5 General Admission, $3 Students/Seniors/Members.
FRIDAY, JULY 23; 8 pm
TANGO NIGHT
Learn to appreciate authentic Argentine tango! You will learn about the rhythm and movement of Argentine Tango and how to focus on connecting with the music and your partner. Learn how two bodies can move as one! Dancers of all skill levels are welcome and no partner is necessary. The evening begins at 8:00 pm with an introductory lesson from the expert instructors of Tango Rio (www.tango-rio.com). After the introductory lesson, you will be ready to try out your new moves with an open tango dance party, beginning at 9:15 pm.
Tickets are sold at the door: $15 Lesson & Party/$10 Party Only. Soft drinks and light snacks will be provided. For more information, call 404-872-5338.
SATURDAY, JULY 24; 6:30 pm
CAPITOL CITY OPERA "ON THE LIGHT SIDE"
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is proud to sponsor On the Light Side, with music by Rodgers and Hammerstein. Capitol City Opera singers presented in a themed night of lighter music has become a 20-year tradition for many Atlanta residents. Pack your dinner and beverages, a-la-Chastain style, and come enjoy live music at its best in the cool comfort of the beautiful Callanwolde surroundings. Silent Auction goods will be available to further support the Company's year-long commitment to performances by resident Atlanta artists, and bringing opera to children throughout the state of Georgia year-round. Please reserve your spaces by calling 678-301-8013 and leave your name, phone number and how many spaces you wish to reserve.
Silent Auction 6:30; Show 8:00 pm. Tickets are $25.
FRIDAY, JULY 30; 7:30 pm
JAZZ CONCERT SERIES: JAZZ ON THE LAWN
MADOCA & COMPANY – CONTEMPORARY FUSION JAZZ
Callanwolde’s Jazz on the Lawn series presents special outdoor concerts featuring many of the area’s best musicians. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Callanwolde’s lush grounds, it’s a great way to unwind and enjoy live music performed by some of the finest jazz artists in the Southeast. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy these special concerts under the stars! Jazz on the Lawn continues throughout the summer with a variety of brilliant jazz artists.
Madoca, Japanese-American composer and jazz keyboard artist, has performed internationally and headlined many jazz venues in Atlanta. She teams up with The Prince Project to create an expressive, passionate performance – a mix of fusion, funk, Latin and contemporary jazz styles.
Parking is free and on-site. In case of rain, the concerts will be moved to the indoor courtyard.
Tickets: $15 advance purchase online; $20 at door.
Buy tickets online at www.ticketleap.com
SATURDAY, JULY 31; 10 am to 1 pm
WOMEN WITH HAT-TITUDE
DAY OF DISCOVERY FOR WOMEN
Women’s Imaginative Guild of Storytellers (WIGS) presents the 8th Annual Day of Discovery for Women. Bring your friends for rich stories, light refreshments, music and door prizes, all in the beautiful setting of Callanwolde. Reservations recommended. For reservations contact WIGS at 404-982-0523 or anngrav2490@comcast.net. Tickets: $15 per person; $135 Table of 10.
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Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is a nonprofit organization. All proceeds from events go to the general operation of the center and for the development of future cultural programming. All programs and events will take place at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center and all tickets will be sold at the door unless otherwise noted. Free ample parking is available in the parking lot at the rear of the arts center property.
Supporting Arts Partners
There are a number of arts groups that perform regularly at Callanwolde. These arts partners are separate organizations that share in Callanwolde's mission to bring quality, diverse and affordable arts education and programming to the greater Atlanta community. We invite you to visit their web sites and support these organizations. Click here for more information.
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