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The finest jazz artists in the Southeast will perform on the grounds of Callanwolde on select Fridays this summer.

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Sebastian Picker
Through May 24

Mason Murer Projects at Paces 325 highlights Sebastian Picker, a native of Santiago, Chile, who uses his art to explore a range of sociopolitical issues. His works on canvas and paper often parody power, pomposity and the folly of corrupt leadership in government, church and business. Free. www.masonmurer.com

The Bard's Bash
May 31

The Bard's Bash has been the annual fundraising gala benefiting Georgia Shakespeare's educational programming for the past 11 years, each year taking on a new theme. Shakespeare's As You Like It will be set in the swinging Summer of Love of 1968. Tickets are $125. www.gashakespeare.org

ASO Season Finale
June 12-14

The amazing Golijov returns with a work inspired by a mystic rabbi of medieval France - The Dreams and Prayers of Isaac the Blind, resplendent with the sounds of klezmer clarinets and strings. Beethoven's Eroica is a vast and illuminating portal to the romantic music of the 19th century, and a thrilling close to a season of passion. Tickets are $21-$70. www.atlantasymphony.org

Family

MJCCA's Israel@60
Celebration May 16

Join the Atlanta community at the Marcus JCC on this historic occasion, the 60th anniversary of the state of Israel, from noon to 6 p.m. Enjoy exciting and interactive family activities, Israeli arts and crafts, fascinating Israeli exhibits and collections, and a DJ with popular Israeli music. Free. www.atlantajcc.org

Atlanta Downtown Festival
May 17-18

Celebrate the heart of Atlanta at the Downtown Festival. Live entertainment, an artist market, children's area, and a wide variety of food and beverages will keep the whole family busy. Free. www.atlantadna.org/festival

Jazz on the Lawn
May 23-Aug. 8

Enjoy the relaxing natural beauty of Callanwolde's lush grounds as the finest jazz artists in the Southeast perform under the stars select Fridays this summer (May 23, June 13, July 18, Aug. 8). Tickets are $12-$15. www.callanwolde.org

Atlanta Jazz Festival
May 24-26

The City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs presents the 31st annual Atlanta Jazz Festival. This year's festival will feature Atlanta-based jazz artists during the 31 days in May and will culminate with family fun and music in Woodruff Park. Free. www.atlantafestivals.com

Screen on the Green
May 29-June 26

Screen on the Green is back. This year the film festival has found a new home at Centennial Olympic Park and features a family blockbuster every Thursday. Schedule includes Jaws, Big Momma's House, Chicago, E.T. and a viewers' choice. Free.