NORCROSS
The American Flyers at Thrasher Park
The Concert In Thrasher Park series continues with The American Flyers. This rock and R&B party band puts its multiple vocalists to good use by spanning generations and genres. One minute the group does its best Lady Gaga, and the next it’s smooth sailing with Sinatra. Guests are welcome to bring their own food, drink, blankets and lawn chairs. Some choose to grab a to-go meal from one of the surrounding restaurants. When you’re preparing your picnic, pack a few extra canned goods. The event doubles as a canned food drive, which benefits Norcross Co-op Ministries. All donations go to its food pantry.
7:30-9:30 p.m. July 22. Free. Thrasher Park, 100 Park Drive, Norcross. 678-421-2025, www.norcrossga.net.
ROSWELL
Family Movie Night at Riverside Park
Herd the brood into the minivan and head to Riverside Park for a movie night under the stars. This family-friendly event features animated blockbuster “Rio” on the massive portable screen. It tells the tale of a domesticated exotic parrot who finds its way from America to its homeland of Brazil with comedic results. Gates open early, approximately 6 p.m., so the audience can stake out a spot with their lawn chairs and blankets. Pre-movie activities and entertainment lead up to the main event, which screens at dark.
6 p.m. July 23. Free. Riverside Park, 575 Riverside Road, Roswell. 770-594-6158, www.roswellgov.com.
MARIETTA
“The 1940 Radio Mystery Theatre” at St. James' Episcopal Church
Polk Street Players adds a summer play to its roster. It’s set in a small Texas radio station circa 1942. Before the advent of television, audio dramas kept the country riveted to their radios. This time the Polk Street Players present an interactive production that invites the audience to lend a hand by participating in its own murder mystery.
8 p.m. July 22, 23, 29 and 30. $12.50-$20. St. James' Episcopal Church, 161 Church St., Marietta. 770-218-9669.
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