Get Out: Your Weekend Planner

In and around Lilburn

DATE NIGHT POTTERY, Saturday, Jan. 28, 7 p.m., ART Station, 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain. Enjoy some wine and cheese and learn how to make pottery. $79. Reservations required. 770-469-1105 or www.artstation.org.

SALSA DANCE BOOTCAMP, Saturday, Jan. 28, Thirsty's Bar & Grill, 3907 Burns Road, Lilburn. Learn how to Salsa in this three-hour session for beginners and experienced beginners. $40 advance tickets/$50 at the door. Registration starts at noon, lessons start at 12:30 p.m. In the evening, Thristy's will have its usual dance night, with a lesson at 9 p.m., followed by an evening of Latin dancing, from Merengue to Salsa and Bachata. $10 admission, includes dance lesson.

SECOND SAMUEL, New London Theatre, Friday, Jan. 27, and Saturday, Jan. 28. at 8 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 29 at 2:30 p.m. The play takes place in the sleepy little town of Second Samuel, where "nobody could have imagined how the death of one sweet little old lady would turn the entire town upside down, leaving everybody in Second Samuel wondering if anything would ever be normal again!," according to the theatre's description. $12 for advance tickets/$15 at the door/$10 for children (3-19) and seniors (55+).

And here are other area events compiled by Sondra Murrah at the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau, listed alphabetically by city:

In Buford

January 2-7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-28, 30-31
LIVING IN SPACE GWINNETT ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE CENTER Buford Exhibit highlighting the International Space Station (ISS) and allow visitors to experience a day in the life of an astronaut on ISS. Mon – Sat 9am-4pm $3.50-$10.50 770-904-3500 www.gwinnettehc.org
January 9-14, 16-21, 23-28, 30-31

PETTICOATS & SLIDE RULES GWINNETT ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE CENTER Buford Exhibit highlighting the history of women engineers’ evolving roles in American society and in the engineering profession. It also walks through the development of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), the first American national engineering society dedicated to promoting women. Mon – Sat 9am-4pm $3.50-$10.50 770-904-3500 www.gwinnettehc.org

January 28
ANITA’S ARTSCOOL OPEN HOUSE ANITA’S ARTSCOOL Buford Goodies, fun contest and more! 2pm-5pm
Free 670-230-4937 www.anitasartscool.com

January 28
NORTH GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL JURIED ART EXHIBITION-OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION TANNERY ROW ARTIST COLONY Buford 6pm-9pm
Free 770-904-0572 www.tanneryrowartistcolony.com

January 28
KIDGITS PRINCESS PARTY MALL OF GEORGIA Buford 10am-12pm
Kidgits members Free or $5 annual membership 770-271-9458 www.simon.com

In Duluth

January 3-7, 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, 31
IN A LANDSCAPE ANEW: HUDGENS PRIZE WINNER GYUN HUR-SOLO EXHIBIT HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Duluth Tues-Sat 10am-5pm
$3-$5, children 2 and under Free 770-623-6002 www.thehudgens.org

January 3-7, 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, 31
DOJAKEE: KOREAN POTTERY HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Duluth An exhibition of works by Cho Gang Ree & Students and curated by Vernon Smith. Tues-Sat 10am-5pm
$3-$5, children 2 and under Free 770-623-6002 www.thehudgens.org

January 12-14, 19-21, 26-28
DROVE(S) SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM Duluth Come enjoy this art exhibit that takes a look at the culture if automobiles, our dependence on them, and their environmental impact. 10am-5pm Free 770-495-0253 ext. 2 www.southeasternrailwaymuseum.org

January 26 & 28
GWINNETT GLADIATORS VS. ELMIRA JACKALS ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER Duluth See Gwinnett’s professional ECHL ice hockey team play at the Arena. 7:05pm
$10-$30 404-249-6400
www.gwinnettgladiators.com

January 26-29
BOX, COX & PROPS NEW DAWN THEATER Duluth Enjoy a night of comedy with Box and Cox, the original odd couple plus The Proposal. Thurs-Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm & 8pm, Sun 2pm
$7-$15 678-887-5015 www.newdawntheatercompany.com

January 27
BLAKE SHELTON - “WELL LIT & AMLIFIED TOUR 2012” ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER Duluth Blake Shelton, reigning “Male Vocalist of the Year” comes to town with Justin Moore and Dia Frampton.
7:30pm $28-$52.75 770-813-7500 www.ticketmaster.com

January 27
WILD BILL’S fight night WILD BILLS Duluth Fights
8:30pm $40-$100 678-473-1000 www.wildbillsatlanta.com www.ticketmaster.com

January 27
UGA ICE DOGS vs. CENTRAL FLORIDA DULUTH ICE FORUM Duluth UGA Ice Dogs non-varsity hockey team. 9:30pm
$5/adults, $2/students 770-813-1010 www.ugahockey.com

January 27-29
6TH ANNUAL YOUNG CHOREOGRAPHERS SHOWCASE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT GWINNETT CENTER Duluth Sugarloaf Ballet hosts the event featuring dancers, dance groups and choreographers in four concert style performances. The showcase highlights the talents of veteran an upcoming choreographers in Gwinnett County and the Greater Atlanta Area. Special recognition is given to choreographers under the age of 18. There are four performances, each with their own variety of dance numbers.
Fri 7:30pm, Sat 3pm & 7:30pm, Sun 2pm $10 770-813-7500 www.sugarloafperformingarts.com

January 28
WILD BILL’S 8TH BIRTHDAY BASH WILD BILLS Duluth Concert
9:30pm $10-$100 678-473-1000 www.wildbillsatlanta.com www.ticketmaster.com

January 28
EDWIN MCCAIN & ERICK BAKER PRESENTED BY EDDIE OWEN RED CLAY THEATRE Duluth 8pm
$27.50 404-478-2749 www.eddieowenpresents.com

January 28
UGA ICE DOGS vs. OLE MISS DULUTH ICE FORUM Duluth UGA Ice Dogs non-varsity hockey team. 6pm
$5/adults, $2/students 770-813-1010 www.ugahockey.com

January 28
LASER VOYAGE CAFÉ – GRAND OPENING LASER VOYAGE CAFÉ Duluth Come experience our new Pirate Themed Laser Tag and Fun Center. 12pm-10pm
678-514-3430
www.laservoyage.com

January 29
GWINNETT GLADIATORS VS. TRENTON DEVILS ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER Duluth See Gwinnett’s professional ECHL ice hockey team play at the Arena at Gwinnett Center. 4:05pm
$10-$30 404-249-6400 www.gwinnettgladiators.com

In Lawrenceville

January 1-31
KIDS FREE AT MEDIEVAL TIMES MEDIEVAL TIMES Lawrenceville Receive one free child admission (12 & under) with the purchase of a full-priced adult admission. Must mention discount code KFGC at time of purchase. Restrictions apply. Show times vary
$35.95-$51.95 1-888-WE-JOUST www.medievaltimes.com

January 19-22, 26-29
A BODY OF WATER AURORA THEATRE Lawrenceville A beautiful summer morning and two middle-aged men wake to find their cottage surrounded by water and they have no recollection of who they are, how they got there or anything else...
Thurs-Fri 8 pm, Sat-Sun 2:30 pm $20-30, matinees $16-24 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com

January 24-28, 30-31
FINE ART EXHIBIT GWINNETT HISTORIC COURTHOUSE Lawrenceville World renowned artist Robert Christie. Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm 404-275-2281 www.christiestudio.com

January 28
AURORA DANCE NIGHTS 550 TRACKSIDE – DOWNTOWN LAWRENCEVILLE Lawrenceville Guests will feel like the celebrities on Dancing with the Stars while dancing and enjoying the big band sounds of the Metro Jazz Club. 8pm $18-$20 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com

January 28
AURORA CHILDREN’S PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS “IF YOU GIVE A MOUSE A COOKIE” AURORA THEATRE Lawrenceville 45-minute show geared toward enjoyable, family-friendly entertainment.
10am & 11am $7 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com

January 28-29
REPTICON – A REPTILE & EXOTIC ANIMAL EXPO GWINNETT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Lawrenceville Come shop from a large mix of local and regional breeders and vendors offering reptiles, amphibians, other exotic animals, supplies and merchandise.
Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm $5-$10 863-268-4273 www.repticon.com/atlanta.html

IN Norcross

January 27
UNIVERSAL CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING SUPER BRAWL II NORTH ATLANTA TRADE CENTER
Norcross See all your favorite WWE and WCW Stars in action! Over 20 stars in all. 7pm $7-$40 404-919-1829 / 770-279-9899 www.northatlantatradecenter.com

January 27-29
THE GREAT AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE SHOW NORTH ATLANTA TRADE CENTER
Norcross Since 1992, this show has been the place to buy a new motorcycle and the accessories you need. Join us for Georgia's ONLY indoor bike show! The show is full of new motorcycles brought to you by Georgia's leading dealers. Fri 3pm-8pm, Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm $12-$26.50 770-279-9899 www.northatlantatradecenter.com

January 28
THE NEST - GRAND OPENING THE NEST Norcross Come celebrate the formal opening of The Nest, a different concept in Art centers – a gallery with a difference, including a gift shop. Meet the artists; mingle with art lovers and patrons. Enjoy live music, great food, and refreshments. You can also participate in an interactive sculpture project and other activities.
7pm-10pm $20-$35 770-662-5512 www.norcrossartalliance.org

January 28
DISCO NIGHT CLUB 45 SOUTH Norcross Come see as we transform into “Club 45 South,” courtesy of the Kiwanis of Norcross. Disco lights will flash and a DJ will play your favorite disco hits. This is a fun and important fundraiser – the $10 cover charge goes to local elementary schools. 7pm-10pm
$10 678-523-5589 www.aplacetoimagine.com

January 28
PURBASHA PRESENTS SARASWATI PUJA CELEBRATION SINGLETON ACTIVITY BUILDING Norcross Come for Puja preparation, Puja & Pushpanjali, Hate-Khari, Prasad/lunch and cultural program.
11am-5pm Members: No donations required for members Non-Members: Family $25; Individual $10; Student $8 404-285-2607 www.purbasha.org/upevents.html

January 29
FRANKLIN POND QUARTET NORCROSS WELCOME CENTER Norcross Talented students from the Franklin Pond Music School will be our guests at the Norcross Welcome Center - join us for a lively and lovely hour of strings! 3pm-4pm
aplacetoimagine.com

In Snellville

January 13-15, 20-22, 27-29
SECOND SAMUEL NEW LONDON THEATRE Snellville Fri & Sat 8pm, Sun 2:30pm $10-$15 770-559-1484 www.newlondontheatre.org

January 28
SECRHL SGAA DUAL DECK ARENA Snellville Inline Hockey All day Free 404-570-SGAA secrhl.org

In Stone Mountain

January 1-2, 7-8, 14-16, 21-22, 28-29
SNOW MOUNTAIN STONE MOUNTAIN PARK Stone Mountain Atlanta’s only Snow Park with a 400’ tubing hill and a SnowZone play area! Time slots vary, reservation recommended $49.75, plus $10 vehicle entry fee 770-498-5690 www.snowmountainpark.com

January 14, 17-21, 24-28, 31
“PAREIDOLIA” BY EDDIE CARPENTER ART STATION Stone Mountain 3-D Invitational Exhibition
Tues-Fri 10:00am-5:00pm, Sat 10:00am-3:00pm Free 770-469-1105 www.artstation.org