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Marietta, Georgia has been selected as the exclusive location for the 70th anniversary re-premiere of “Gone with the Wind” on November 13-14, 2009.  Robert Osborne, host of Turner Classic Movies, will serve as emcee for the event and six of the “Gone with the Wind” cast members, including Ann Rutherford, Mickey Kuhn and Patrick Curtis, will be on hand during the two-day event.   Authors Molly Haskell, Herb Bridges and Sally Rains will be on hand for a “Gone With the Wind” author’s forum and book signing.  The event takes place in Marietta Square as part of the city’s 175th anniversary, which will also be celebrated.

Highlights include:

• Special Guest Robert Osborne, host of Turner Classic Movies
• Autograph sessions with the stars
• Author book signings
• Lavish costume ball
• Big Screen showing of the 1939 classic “Gone With the Wind”
• And more!

Tickets

• Full package – $325
• Friday only – $150 (includes Q&A and Costume Ball
• Saturday only – $175 (includes autograph session, tours of museum, red carpet festivities, VIP reception, pre-show program, screening of Gone With the Wind)
• Q&A only – $25
• Costume Ball only – $125
• Autograph Session only – $25
• Red carpet festivities, VIP reception, pre-show program, screening of Gone With the Wind only – $150

Book your Re-Premiere package by calling the museum at 770-794-5145 or emailing csutherland@mariettaga.gov.

Schedule

Friday, November 13

• Question and answer session with authors who have written about “Gone With the Wind,” Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 9:30-10:45 a.m. *
• Gone With the Wind cast question and answer session, Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 10:45-11:45 a.m.
• Disney artist Joseph Yakovetic painting exhibition of 70th Anniversary GWTW artwork  and question and answer session, 1-3 p.m.
• “Belles and Beaus” Costume Ball, 5:30-11 p.m. *

Note: All books of visiting authors are available for purchase at Gone With the Wind Museum gift shop. No autograph requests please; autograph session at museum on Saturday morning.

Saturday, November 14

• Gone With the Wind Celebrity Autograph Signing, Gone With the Wind Museum, 9 a.m.-Noon *
• Exhibit of 70th Anniversary GWTW artwork by Joseph Yakovetic, Gone With the Wind museum and dk Gallery (artist will alternate time between the two locations), 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Guided tours provided by collection owner, Chris Sullivan, Gone With the Wind museum, 10 a.m.-Noon

Gala event

• Gone With the Wind vintage car parade from Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center to Earl Smith Strand Theatre with cast members and special guests, 4:30-4:55 p.m.
• VIP reception with celebrities, Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 5-6 p.m. *
• Gone With the Wind museum director Connie Sutherland, Earl Smith Strand Theatre director and anniversary steering committee co-chair Earl Reece, and museum collection owner Chris Sullivan offer acknowledgments, Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 6:15-6:30 p.m.
• Special Program: Salute to Turner Classic Movies and Warner Brothers with introduction of cast members by Robert Osborne followed by introduction of movie, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Showing of world’s most beloved film: “Gone With the Wind,” Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 7:45 p.m. *
  *Included in the Gone With the Wind two-day ticket package

Sunday, November 15

• Reception for 70th Anniversary GWTW artist Joseph Yakovetic, dk Gallery, 1-4 p.m.

World Record

Set dancing world record on Square

If you’ve ever dreamed about what it was like to dance with Scarlett O’Hara or Rhett Butler, your dreams no longer have to be gone with the wind. You can help set a Guinness world record ™ as 70 couples will dance on the Marietta Square in the biggest Virginia reel ever seen in Marietta. Local and national media and representatives from Guinness are expected to be in Marietta to document the world-record attempt, Gone With the Wind Museum director Connie Sutherland said. If you have a costume and would like to be a part of the record attempt, call 770-794-5576.

Location

Perfect location for re-premiere

Marietta is mentioned in Margaret Mitchell’s novel “Gone with the Wind” and is the perfect location to host the re-premiere because the museum is in a former cotton warehouse that was built in 1875, Sutherland said.

The museum, in Marietta since April 2003, is operated by the city of Marietta, and the collection is privately owned by Dr. Chris Sullivan of Akron, Ohio. The collection includes the original Bengaline honeymoon gown worn by Vivien Leigh as Scarlett in the 1939 movie, foreign editions of the novel, movie memorabilia, costumes and jewelry, signed first editions and contracts, movie props, original scripts, shooting scripts, final scripts, scene drawings, original posters, photographs and approximately 100 dolls.

“We will decorate the façade of the Strand the same way the theatre was decorated in 1939,” Sutherland said. “We’ll have bunting on the windows and a large oval photograph of Rhett and Scarlett dominating the façade.”

The two-day event, hosted by the Gone with the Wind Museum in conjunction with the Earl Smith Strand Theatre, Turner Classic Movies and Warner Brothers Home Video, is part of Marietta’s 175th anniversary in 2009.

Address:
Gone with the Wind Museum
18 Whitlock Avenue

For more information, call the Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum at 770-794-5576.

Not there in 1939? Then 2009 is your time

Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum: Scarlett on the Square | MARIETTA — JULY 13, 2009 — The Re-Premiere package has all the glamour, fun and excitement of the original 1939 premiere, including autograph and Q&A sessions with GWTW cast members Ann Rutherford (“Carreen O’Hara”), Mary Anderson (“Maybelle Merriweather”), Mickey Kuhn (“Young Beau Wilkes”), Cammie King (“Bonnie Blue Butler”), Greg Giese (“Bonnie Blue” and “Beau” at infancy) and Patrick Curtis (“Baby Beau”). In fact, Curtis notes that the 2009 event will emphasize interaction between the stars and fans.

“This will be much more hands-on than the 1939 premiere when everyone was kept at a distance,” he says.

Also part of the Re-Premiere package are book signings and Q&A sessions with authors Herb Bridges—preeminent GWTW authority whose books include Gone With the Wind: The Definitive Illustrated History of the Book, the Movie and the Legend; Molly Haskell, Frankly, My Dear: Gone With the Wind Revisited; Sally Tippett Rains, The Making of a Classic: The True Story Behind Margaret Mitchell and Gone With the Wind; and Kathy Witt, who just wrote the historical novel, The Secret of the Belles. Cammie King Conlon will also join the authors, signing her recently released memoir, Bonnie Blue Butler: a Gone With the Wind Memoir, as will Robert Osborne, signing his book, 80 Years of the Oscar.

Rounding out the package are a “Belles and Beaus” costume ball; VIP and cocktail receptions; dinner and dancing; a showing of Gone With the Wind—still one of the most beloved movies of all time; and a Parade of Stars. Chris Sullivan, the owner of the extraordinary collection housed at the Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum-Scarlett on the Square, will provide guided tours.

Established in 2003 in a circa 1875 building that was formerly a cotton warehouse, the collection includes costumes and jewelry, signed first editions and contracts, movie props and scripts, scene drawings, posters, photographs and nearly 100 dolls, among its treasures—a veritable time capsule of the life and times of Margaret Mitchell, her seminal novel and the filming of the movie. Of special note is the famous Bengaline gown worn by Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O’Hara in the movie’s honeymoon scene. On special exhibit, at both the museum and at Marietta’s dk gallery, will be 70th Anniversary GWTW artwork by famed artist Joseph Yakovetic.

Classic show in classic surroundings

The screening of Gone With the Wind will take place at the recently (and sumptuously) renovated Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Formerly a major motion picture house that originally opened in 1935, this Art Deco masterpiece has been trimmed with classic theatre detailing, from its khaki, black and gold lobby to its burgundy interior with curving balcony to its rooftop terrace from which Kennesaw Mountain, site of a Civil War battle, may be seen.

On Saturday, a 1930s vintage car parade will circle the Marietta Square and deliver the stars and special guests to the front doors of the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. The celebrities will be greeted by white-gloved attendants who will open their doors and escort them to the red carpet.

“We will be embellishing the façade of the Strand the same way the theatre in 1939 was decorated,” notes Connie Sutherland, executive director of the museum. “We’ll have bunting on the windows and a large oval photograph of Rhett and Scarlett dominating the façade.”

Inside, guests will enjoy a VIP reception and have an opportunity to mingle with the cast members and authors. Once guests are seated in the theatre, they will witness the magic of Robert Osborne as he leads a salute to Turner Classic Movies and Warner Bros. for their roles in keeping Gone With the Wind alive for millions of viewers through the years. Special film clips will precede the movie.
Get ‘em before they’re Gone

To purchase your “70 Years of Gone With the Wind: A Re-Premiere” package before they’re all gone with the… well, you know what we mean, contact the Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum-Scarlett on the Square at 770-794-5145 or csutherland@mariettaga.gov.

Keep Cobb Beautiful is hosting a recycling day at Jim Miller Park and Piedmont Church on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9am to 1pm. This year in addition to accepting your electronics, Keep Cobb Beautiful will be partnering with Soles4Souls to collect new or gently worn shoes.

Items Accepted
Computer Monitors/Microwave Ovens/Computer CPU’s Stereos/ Toaster/ Laptops/ Copiers/ Printers/ Video Machines/ Alarm Clocks/ Disk Drives/ VCRs/ Can Openers Floppy Drives/ Camcorders/ Telephones/ Test & Networking Equipment/ Camera (Digital too)/ CB Radios Modems/ Mouse/ Record Players/ CD Players/ Circuit Boards/ Portable Radios/ Electrical Panels/ Typewriters/ UPS/ Battery Back-Up/ CD Roms/ Fax Machines/ Cell Phones/ Rechargeable Batteries/ Cables/ Projectors/ Keyboards/ 8-Tracks (Reel to Reel Tape)/ Scanners.

TELEVISIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR A $10 FEE PER TV.

Items NOT Accepted
Refrigerators / Washers / Dryers / Ovens / Freezers / Humidifiers – Humidifiers Power Equipment / Tires / Household Trash / Non-Electronic Equipment.

Soles4Souls™
KCB will also be collecting gently used shoes, of all kinds, at each of the Electronics collection sites. Please bring your shoes, taped or tied together to the drop off collection boxes.

Hours:
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Locations:
Jim R. Miller Park – 2245 Callaway Road Marietta, GA 30008
Piedmont Church – 570 Piedmont Road Marietta, GA 30066

About Soles4Souls™
Soles4Souls is a Nashville-based charity that collects shoes from the warehouses of footwear companies and the closets of people like you. The charity distributes these shoes free of charge to people in need, regardless of race, religion, class, or any other criteria. Since 2005, Soles4Souls has given away more than 5.5 million pairs of new and gently worn shoes (currently donating one pair every 9 seconds.) The shoes have been distributed to people in more than 125 countries, including Kenya, Thailand, Nepal and the United States.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is hosting a series of public information open houses for its revive285 top end project, which is developing a comprehensive transportation solution for the top end of I-285 between I-75 and I-85. At these meetings, the GDOT will present concept designs and potential footprints for all alternatives under consideration. Each alternative will be displayed on aerial maps, and they will be asking for feedback from those in attendance.

Dates & Times
Tuesday, Nov. 3rd between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm
Wednesday, Nov. 4th between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm, then again that evening between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm
Thursday, November 5th between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

Location
Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center in the Perimeter Ballroom
246 Perimeter Center Parkway NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30346

For more information, call Dori Mendel at (770) 522-8855.

The third annual Artisans at the Etz art show takes place on Sunday, November 15, 2009 from 11am to 5pm.  The art show features over 45 artisans exhibiting uniquely designed wood, metal, fused glass, fabric arts, mixed media, jewelry, ceramics, watercolors, pastels, acrylics, photography, and more.

In addition to the art exhibits, performing artist including magicians, musicians, mimes, artist, dancers and caricaturist will entertain and interact with the audience. Delicious sandwiches, delectable desserts and drinks will be available at the artisan’s café. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase with all prizes donated by the exhibitors. Admission is free and the event is open to the public.

Performing Artist Schedule:

• 12:30 to 3:00 Children’s Art Room
  Linda Travers of Abrakadoodle will be giving art lessons  to children age 3+. Kids will be able to make 2 works of art
  while their parents browse the art show.
• 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Zumba clinic taught by Alejandra Hesse & David Romero
• 2:30 – 3:15 p.m Interactive Clown Show with Vincenzo Tortorici
• 4:00 – 4:30 p.m Magic Show with Arthur Atsma
• 4:30 – 5:00 p.m. Bubble Show with “Bo” Bowman

Date:
Sunday, November 15
11:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

Admission:
Free

Address:
1190 Indidan Hills Parkway
Marietta, Georgia 30068
(Corner of Indian Hills Parkway and Upper Roswell Road)

Parking:
Free. Parking On Site.

For more information, please call (678) 560-8275.

Celebrate the outgoing Marietta Mayor in style at The Strand. Oh – and give him a hard time too! He’ll be roasted and toasted at what is sure to be a memorable event. Featured roasters include Hylton Dupree, Jim Fleming, Ed Gabriel, Sam Olens, and a host of others! Also Featuring Toasters Claire Dunaway, Kim Gresh, Dawn McEachern, Ann Teh and Emcees Earl Reece and Sally McCaulay.

Enjoy a special treat this holiday season with The Atlanta Lyric Theatre’s production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella at The Strand Theatre in Marietta. The show’s three-weekend run begins Friday, December 4.

There will also be a Christmas Tea with Santa Claus and Cinderella immediately following the production on Sunday December 6, 13, and 20 and Saturday December 19 at 4:30 PM.

Call 404-377-9948 for tickets and more information.

Dates:
December 4 at 9:00 PM;
December 5 at 8:00 PM;
December 6 at 2:00 PM;
December 10 at 8:00 PM;
December 11 at 8:00 PM;
December 12 at 8:00 PM;
December 13 at 2:00 PM;
December 17 at 8:00 PM;
December 18 at 8:00 PM;
December 19 at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM;
December 20 at 2:00 PM;

Address:
The Strand Theatre
117 N. Park Square NE
Marietta, GA