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January 5 – 22
Becky's New Car
Becky’s New Car presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre at Roswell Cultural Arts Center. When a woman says she needs new shoes, what she really wants is a new job. When she says she needs a new house, she wants a new husband. And when she says she wants a new care, she wants a new life. Ride shotgun with Becky as she faces forks in the road on a wickedly funny, inventive and touching ride through the perils of middle age. Rated PG; adult subject matter. 770-641-1260 or www.get.org

January 13 – February 13
Winter Art Show at Roswell Adult Recreation Center
Opening Reception: January 13 from 5 - 7 P.M.
An exciting collection of artwork showcasing the talents of mature adult students in all media, including drawing, oils, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, clay, jewelry and more! Awards and prizes are given for adult work. 770-641-3950

January 13 – February 3
Three Students' Show at Roswell Visual Art Center
Opening Reception: Friday, January 13 from 7 - 9 p.m.
Show showcases three students that have studied under the tutelage of various Roswell Visual Art Center instructors. Absorbing instruction and knowledge has helped them develop unique individual styles. 770-594-6122

Jan 28
Georgia Philharmonic
Georgia Philharmonic – Young Artists Concerto Competition Showcase; 7 P.M at Roswell Cultural Arts Center. 770-664-7255 or www.georgiaphilharmonic.org.

February 5
The Atlanta Baroque Orchestra with the Georgia Tech Chamber Choir
The Atlanta Baroque Orchestra with the Georgia Tech Chamber Choir will perform a Prelude to Super Bowl 46: G.F. Handel’s Dixit Dominus and the world premiere of Jerry Ulrich’s Psalm 46. Roswell Presbyterian Church – 755 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell, GA 30075. Tickets $17 in advance at www.atlantabaroque.ticketleap.com or $20 day of show. Discounts available: www.atlantabaroque.org for additional information.

February 9
True Americana Series presented at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center: MacIntosh County Shouters; 
$30 per person.  www.roswellpresents.com