Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia Concert. Stories, accompanied by drumming and singing, celebrate and honor mothers. 6-8 p.m. May 3. $10. Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Road S.W., Atlanta. 770-907-7686, www.kuumbastorytellers.org.
Tribute With French Passion. The 80-member Ludwig Symphony Orchestra presents a special concert with visiting guests: Laszlo Mezo-Arruda, cellist; Chun Chang, violinist and Chelsea Cook, vocalist. Thomas Ludwig conducts. 8 p.m. May 3. $15; $12 ages 65 and older; $8 students. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. 770-594-6232, www.ludwigsymphony.org.
Mother's Day for Peace. Atlanta Women's Action for New Directions sponsors a talk by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and peace advocate Alice Walker. In Sisters Chapel. Book signing follows. 6 p.m. reception (in Cosby Atrium), 7:15 p.m. talk. May 6. $50. Spelman College, 350 Spelman Lane S.W., Atlanta. 404-524-5999, www.atlantawand.org.
Craft Your Mother Something Special. An arts-and-crafts program. All ages. 5-7:30 p.m. May 7. Free. Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, Adams Park Branch, 2231 Campbellton Road, Atlanta. 404-752-8763, af.public.lib.ga.us.
Indian Festival and Powwow. A celebration of mothers and Mother Nature. Activities include intertribal dances, storytelling, music and primitive skills demonstrations. Also, arts and crafts vendors, food, living tipi village and history talks. 11 a.m.—-8 p.m. May 10; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. May 11. $9; $5 children; ages 5 and younger free. Boling Park, 1162 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-720-7674.
Komen Race for the Cure. One-mile walk amid the shops and parks in Atlantic Station. Also, a 5K run/walk starts at the Wachovia building, continues across 17th Street Bridge, winds through Midtown and comes back to finish in the retail/entertainment area. A Jazzercise aerobic cool-down and a breast cancer survivor recognition ceremony follow. Benefits the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. 6:45 a.m. registration; 7:45 a.m. one-mile; 8:30 a.m. 5K May 10. $35; $30 advance. Atlantic Station, 171 17th St. N.W., Atlanta. 404-459-8700, www.komenatlanta.org.
"Journey." Mother's Day concert hosted by Larry Tinsley. Performance by Amazing Grace Liturgical Dancers. 3 p.m. May 11. Free. Center Stage Atlanta, 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta. 770-912-7851, myspace.com/amazinggracedancecompany.
Colors Festival of the Arts. Visual and performing arts, children's activities and food. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 10-11. Free. Roswell Town Square, 616 Atlanta St., Roswell. 770-640-3253, www.cvb.roswell.ga.us.
Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour. Private Atlanta gardens with a focus on conservation feature a natural wetland, one with a cistern, hardscaping and container gardens, plus smaller, more manageable gardens. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 10-11. $30; $20 advance. Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-876-5859, www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org.
Tea at Bulloch Hall. Tea, sandwiches and dessert are served by women in period clothing. Tour the house and garden after the meal. Reservations required. 4 p.m. May 10. $35. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. 770-992-1731, www.bullochhall.org.
Festival. Scheduled to appear at this soul, blues and R&B concert are Betty Wright, Lenny Williams, Willie Clayton, Denise LaSalle and Bobby Rush. 8 p.m. May 10. $56-$66. Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center, 395 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-658-7159, 404-817-8700, www.atlantaciviccenter.com.
Reggae Fest. Featuring reggae artists such as John Holt, Leroy Sibbles, Ken Boothe, Ernie Smith, JC Lodge, Cables, Wayne Wade, Glen Washington, Tinga Stewart, Joan Myers, Georgette Coley, Fab 5 and others. Fashion show, hats competition, arts and crafts, food and a children's activities area. 11 a.m.-11:50 p.m. May 11. $35-$95; $20 ages 12-16; ages 11 and younger free. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers. 770-301-0334, 404-249-6400, www.amdfest.com.
Brunch. This year's "Around the World" buffet features offerings from Italy, Napa Valley, New Orleans, Alaska and local farms. In the Oceans Ballroom. Reservations required. Seating times: 9:15 a.m.; 11:45 a.m.; 2:30 p.m. May 11. $77.50; $44.25 ages 3-12; ages 2 and younger free; includes aquarium admission. Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St., Atlanta. 404-581-4000, www.georgiaaquarium.org.
Tea. Featuring specialty tea tasting, gourmet foods and entertainment with the ensemble Caledonia Swing. Also included are facial and massage spa treatments. Professional photography sessions available. Reservations recommended. 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. seatings. $35; $25 ages 12 and younger. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road N.E., Atlanta. 404-872-5338, www.callanwolde.org.
Rose Show. The Greater Atlanta Rose Society sponsors this event, which includes a display of many varieties of single roses and floral arrangements. Noon-5 p.m. May 11. Free with admission to Atlanta Botanical Garden; $12; $9 senior citizens and ages 3-17; ages 3 and younger free. Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-876-5859, www.atlantarose.org.
"Mothers Feeding Others." Tours of three historic Roswell landmarks include Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave.; Archibald Smith Plantation Home, 935 Alpharetta St.; and 535 Barrington Drive. Donations benefit the North Fulton food bank. 1-4 p.m. May 11. Last tour begins at 3 p.m. Admission is a canned food item . 770-992-1731, www.bullochhall.org.
Tree Climbing. Equipment and instruction are provided. Ages 8 and older. Moms climb for free May 11. 2-5 p.m. second Sundays. $12; parking for participants free. Lake Horton, Antioch Road at Brooks Woolsey/Fletcher Ford, Woolsey. 770-716-4320, www.admin.co.fayette.ga.us/parks_rec/info_parks.asp.
Chamber Concert. Works by Vivaldi, Spohr, Prokofiev and Faure. Featured instrumentalists: Olga Shpitko, violin; Christopher Pulgram, violin; Lorentz Ottzen, violin, and Peter Marshall, piano. Donations accepted. 3 p.m. May 11. Free. Northside Drive Baptist Church, 3100 Northside Drive N.W., Atlanta. 404-237-8621, www.nsdbc.org.
Bicycle Safari. Bicycle riders get together to explore the oldest sections of Atlanta and discover wall murals, sculpture and art parks. The course is 22 miles and slow-paced, going through Oakhurst, Kirkwood, Lake Claire, Reynoldstown, Cabbagetown, Inman Park, Little 5 Points, Sweet Auburn, Downtown, Midtown, Piedmont Park. Moderate hills and lots of stops to view public art. No ride if raining. 9:30 a.m. May 11. Free. The Seen Gallery, 321 W. Hill St., Decatur.
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