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Smith-Gilbert Gardens to Host Spring Gala

By Rich McKay
April 13, 2011

Kennesaw’s Smith-Gilbert Gardens will hold a Rose Garden Gala on Saturday, May 7 from 6 p.m. to 10 pm. The event features dinner and cocktails, live music from the Bill VanDyke Trio, and silent and live auctions. Gardening guru and  football coach Vince Dooley will be the special guest.

The ticket price is $100 per person. Proceeds go towards facility improvements, including repairs to the historic Hiram Butler House. Information: 770-919-0248  or www.smithgilbertgardens.

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