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November 1-30-Documented Rights
The National Archives at Atlanta features more than 80 documents, images, photographs and sound recordings that chronicle the evolution of human and civil rights in the United States. From a slave manifest dated 1844 to the five cases that comprised the 1984 Brown v Board of Education decision, the exhibit gives voice to those who fought for or championed personal rights and freedoms. Each of the exhibits five historic theaters features a signature personality and thematic song. FREE ADMISSION. The National Archives are open Tuesday- Saturday 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., 5780 Jonesboro Road, Morrow, GA 770-968-2100
http://www.archives.gov/southeast
November 7- Lake Spivey Road Race
Lake Spivey Community, Inc. and Rainbow House, Inc. have teamed up to sponsor a 15K road race, 5K run/walk, 1 mile run/walk and Tot-Trot fundraiser to benefit Rainbow House.Both races start and finish at the Clayton County International Park (The Beach). Parking is also at the park. The 15K and 5K runners start near the south gate of the park heading east on Walt Stephens Road. Registration starts at 6:30AM-7:45AM at Clayton County Int'l Park (The Beach) 2300 Hwy 138 Jonesboro G A 30236. The 15K and 5K start at 8:00am. Cost is $25.00 ($30.00 after October 3rd, $35.00 after October 24th, $40.00 on race day, Please add $15.00 if you plan to run in both races. There is also a 1-mile run/walk and a Tot-Trot for those age 6 and under. All runners and walkers will receive a race shirt and winners will receive awards.
http://www.lakespiveyroadrace.org
November 7- Festival and BBQ Competition
Saturday, November 7 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Clayton County International Park. Enjoy fun outdoor games, fishing, hiking, wildlife exhilbits and a BBQ Competition. For more information or an application to participate in the BBQ festival, log onto the web site or call 770-477-3766. 2300 Hwy 138, Jonesboro
www.kidsoutdoorsga.org
November 10-Friends of the Georgia Archives Lunch & Learn Lecture Series 2009
"Griswoldville, Georgia, in Peace and War" A discussion of Samuel Griswold, his founding of the village, his cotton gin-making and gun-making activities, and the attacks on and final destruction of his village during the Civil War. Lectured by William Harris Bragg, Georgia College State University Admission: Free Bring a lunch to eat during the program 12noon to 1 p.m. Georgia Archives 5800 Jonesboro Rd Morrow GA 30260 678-364-3700
http://www.georgiaarchives.org
November 13-15 Scott Antique Market
The World's Largest Monthly Indoor Antique Show! At the Atlanta Expo Center 3650 Jonesboro Road Atlanta, Georgia 30354 Admission: $5.00 All Weekend Friday and Saturday 9am-6pm Sunday 10am-4pm
http://www.scottantiquemarket.com
November 21-22- Gun Shows of the South
Atlanta State Farmer's Market Exhibition Building 16 Forest Parkway Forest Park GA 30297 Saturday: 9am - 5pm Sunday: 10am - 5pm
November 21-2009 Holiday at Home Parade
Always held the Saturday before Thanksgiving, this year's parade is held on Saturday, November 21 at 4:00pm in Downtown Jonesboro.
http://www.artscalyton.org