ROSWELL
Roswell Roots
In honor of Black History Month, Roswell is exploring its African-American history through the 28-day celebration Roswell Roots. The events continue through the weekend at four locations. At 2:30 p.m. Feb. 21, author Zellie Rainey Orr will lecture about her research into the Tuskegee Airmen at the Roswell Branch library, 115 Norcross St. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. that day, Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, will feature foods from the Gullah region of South Carolina and a drum circle. At the same time, the Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta St., will play host to an open-hearth cooking demonstration and living history event. All of those events are free. On Feb. 22, the Roswell Visitors Center will present the Kuumba Storytellers, a group dedicated to portraying influential African-Americans throughout history.
Storytellers: 3 p.m. Feb. 22. $5. Roswell Visitors Center, 617 Atlanta St., Roswell. 770-594-6187, roswellgov.com.
MARIETTA
Wine tasting
Whether you’re looking to learn more about wine or just tease your taste buds, the Marietta Wine Market can offer both. At 2 p.m. Saturdays the store owners hold a tasting for the cost of a donation to a local charity. Wine lovers as well as explorers can sample a variety of selections around a theme; on Feb. 21, the tasting focuses on the Zaca Mesa Winery in Santa Barbra, Calif. Five wines will be poured, to be enjoyed with complimentary hors d’oeuvres.
2 p.m. Feb. 21. $10 suggested donation. Marietta Wine Market, 18 Powder Springs St., Marietta. 770-919-1574, mariettawinemarket.com.
PEACHTREE CORNERS
Doggie Tales
Books and dogs make an unbeatable combination for kids who love furry friends but may not be wild about reading. The Peachtree Corners branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library offers youngsters the chance to practice their skills by reading to an adorable pooch during its Doggie Tales session. The docile dogs who willingly listen attentively to any reading level are members of Therapy Dogs International, an organization dedicated to training therapy assistance dogs. This month’s session on Feb. 21 is for children ages 5 to 10.
1 p.m. Feb. 21. Free. Peachtree Corners Branch, 5570 Spalding Drive, Peachtree Corners. 770-978-5154, gwinnettpl.org.
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