LITHONIA
“Hope Springs” at Stonecrest Library
If you were wanting to take a dip into the romantic comedy “Hope Springs,” but missed it on the big screen, it’s not too late. You can even catch it for free. The film is part of Stonecrest Library’s New Movie Series. Director David Frankel (“Marley & Me”) tells the story of an aging couple looking to reignite their romantic spark. Meryl Streep plays Kay, who seeks assistance from an acclaimed relationship therapist (Steve Carell). She convinces her reluctant husband, Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones), to attend a weeklong session. They soon find unlocking sexual repression can be more demanding than they thought. Although the film is rated PG-13, the event is for ages 18 and older.
2 p.m. Jan. 18. Free. Stonecrest Library, 3123 Klondike Road, Lithonia. 770-482-3828, http://www.dekalblibrary.org/branches/stonecrest.html.
STONE MOUNTAIN
“Lewis Grizzard: In His Own Words” at ART Station Theatre
The late AJC columnist died in 1994, but fans have someone to keep his storytelling spirit alive. Actor Bill Oberst Jr. takes on the role, complete with trademark glasses and ’stache. Oberst draws from Grizzard’s stand-up work, books and AJC columns. Those who have read such tomes as 1982’s “They Tore Out My Heart and Stomped That Sucker Flat” may recognize a tale or two. The 2013 edition marks the one-man show’s 12th season. Sell-outs are common, so guests are encouraged to grab tickets early.
8 p.m. Jan. 18; 3 and 8 p.m. Jan. 19; 3 p.m. Jan. 20. $30; $25 for students and ages 60 and older. ART Station, 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain. 770-469-1105, www.artstation.org.
LAWRENCEVILLE
Funny Fridays at Aurora Theatre
The theatre’s popular comedy series kicks off 2013 with the return of the acclaimed BlackTop Improv Group. This troupe launched in 1997 as the first African-American group in the area and carries admirable comedy credentials. It holds the distinction of having six members who have appeared on BET, HBO and Comedy Central. Hostess Debra Cole has spent the past year as the event’s comedic ringmaster, dispensing her own brand of humor along the way. Her career comes honest. Appropriately enough, Cole reportedly arrived in the world on April Fool’s Day.
7:15 and 9:15 p.m. Jan. 18-19. $15. Aurora Theatre. Free parking at 153 Crogan St., Lawrenceville. 678-226-6222, www.auroratheatre.com.
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