LILBURN
Moonlight Movie Night
The Gwinnett County city of Lilburn is bringing Hollywood to Main Street with an outdoor showing of “Paddington.” This classic children’s story is the tale of a lovable bear who travels from Peru to London and finds a life filled with adventure and marmalade. Pack some snacks, grab a blanket or lawn chair and get comfy before the screening begins at dusk. While waiting for the sun to go down, moviegoers will find edible goodies and activities to keep the little ones entertained. The movie lasts 90 minutes.
8 p.m. May 22. Free. City Park, 76 Main St., Lilburn. 770-921-2210, cityoflilburn.com.
MARIETTA
Yaarab Shrine Circus
Back for its 73rd year, the Yaarab Shrine Circus and Fair takes up residence in Marietta through Memorial Day weekend. The event offers plenty of entertainment under the big top for all ages, including classic circus shows featuring acrobats, daredevils, elephants and trapeze acts. The festivities also will spill into the park, with roaming clowns, parades and 40 rides and attractions. Leave some room for carnival cuisine: fried Oreos, cotton candy, funnel cakes and corn dogs, of course! Proceeds support the Shriners Hospitals for Children.
5 p.m.-midnight May 22; 10 a.m.-midnight May 23; noon-11 p.m. May 24. $7 for adults; free for children 10 and younger; additional costs for rides and games. Parking is $5. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. 404-872-5818, yaarabshrine.net.
ROSWELL
Memorial Day service
The city honors the nation’s veterans for Memorial Day with a special service on the grounds around City Hall. At 10 a.m., displays throughout the area will be open to the public while music is provided by the Atlanta Wind Symphony and the Chattahoochee Celtic Pipes and Drums. The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. and will feature Christina Olds, the daughter of U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robin Olds, a decorated fighter pilot who fought in World War II and Vietnam. Veterans will offer moments of reflection, followed by a 21-gun salute. Linger after the program to hear live music and buy some barbecue. (Note: This event is not suitable for pets.)
11 a.m. May 25. Free. City Hall complex, 38 Hill St., Roswell. 770-640-3253, roswellmemorialday.com.
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