LAWRENCEVILLE
Aurora Gala
Celebrate Aurora Theatre’s 20 years of stage productions at the sixth annual Aurora Gala. The evening features a behind-the-scenes look at the theater and its work, as well as a variety of entertainment. Hors d’oeuvres will be served while attendees bid on an array of silent auction items, enjoy the cash bar and watch the presentation of the annual Barbara Awards, honoring the highlights of the past season. In addition, the theater company will offer an exclusive look at its upcoming season. The attire for the evening is black tie optional, and free parking is available.
6:30 p.m. March 4. Program begins at 7:30 p.m. $75. Aurora Theatre, 128 E. Pike Street, Lawrenceville. 678-226-6222, auroratheatre.com.
MARIETTA
Ghosts of Rock
Travel back to 1983, a time when the rock music that has defined a generation is in peril. The “rock gods” — Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison, naturally — decide to take action and inspire two young musicians to save the music by taking a page out of Dickens. Be prepared for visits from the ghosts of rock’s past, present and future, as they take the young folks on a historic musical adventure. Featuring songs from Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Led Zeppelin and more, the show is in Marietta for two nights only. Tickets available online or at the door.
7 p.m. March 4 and 5. $23.20-$29. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square, Marietta. 770-293-0080, earlsmithstrand.org.
DUNWOODY
Caffeine and Octane Car Show
Love cars? Spend Sunday morning fueling your passion. The first Sunday of each month, the Caffeine and Octane Car Show takes place at Perimeter Mall and regularly attracts a wide range of interesting cars. Check out examples of American muscle, classic cruisers and unusual standouts. You might see a Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud or a DeTomaso Pantera. And, if you’re interested in showcasing your own set of special wheels, arrive early and display your car for free. The event is free to attend and takes place rain or shine.
8-11 a.m. March 6. Free. Perimeter Mall, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody. 770-394-4270, caffeineandoctane.com.
