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A Final Bow for Johns Creek High School’s Acclaimed Theatre Director

A high school theatre director is standing in front of a display of Thank You cards from former students as she plans to retire.

Johns Creek High School’s recent production of the musical “Footloose” in February could be called a bittersweet success. The show itself was fun, well-received and loved by the cast and…

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Experience “The Wizard of Oz” with the Johns Creek Chorale

A promotional image for The Wizard of Oz concert experience from Johns Creek Chorale. The name is in green on a yellow banner across the top and a pair of ruby slippers is in the center surrounded by green and gold swirls.

The concert takes place April 25 at Johns Creek United Methodist Church. On April 25, the Johns Creek Chorale will present a magical concert experience that’s perfect for all ages.…

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Around Atlanta

Mimms Museum Debuts Landmark Apple Exhibition Marking 50 Years of Innovation

People with their backs to the camera, looking at an Apple display at the Mimms Museum in Roswell, Georgia.

Largest public display of Apple artifacts opens in Roswell on April 1, following an exclusive preview with early Apple employees In celebration of Apple’s 50th anniversary, Mimms Museum of Technology and…

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Best of Johns Creek: Metro Atlanta Museums & Weekend Getaways

The front exterior of the Fernbank Natural History Museum in Atlanta. There are two large dinosaur statues and a water feature in front of the three-story building. The sky overhead is blue with white, fluffy clouds.

In our recent “Best of Johns Creek” survey, we asked for your picks for best museum to visit in metro Atlanta and your favorite weekend getaway. The results are below.…

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‘Battle of the Bands’ Set the Stage for the Upcoming Summer Concert Series

Battle of the Bands at Newtown Park in Johns Creek 2026.

Newtown Park was home to a great turnout of residents and city visitors on March 7 for Johns Creek’s annual Battle of the Bands. Ten bands took to the stage…

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Brett Ryder: Johns Creek’s Homegrown Rock Voice on the Rise

Brett Ryder and his band Lavender House on stage at an outdoor venue.

For Brett Ryder, music has always been part of the plan. The Johns Creek native began performing publicly before he reached his teens and has spent nearly a decade developing…

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