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Here’s a tooth fairy math question from my mother the editor: Children have 20 primary teeth. Would you be better off getting $5 per tooth, or getting a penny for the first tooth, two pennies for the second tooth, four pennies for the third tooth and continuing to double the dough for each tooth up to twenty? Now that the boring math message is out of the way, let’s get on with the review.

The American classic, ”Death of a Salesman” by Arthur Miller, is the story of a man in search of the American Dream.

Frank Sinatra entertained audiences for decades with dozens and dozens of hit songs. His presence can still be felt on modern culture as some of the songs he made famous continue to pop up on television, in movies and on the radio around the world. When Bethany Hayes Smith, the executive producer at the Legacy Theatre, was a part of “My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra” in Kentucky in 2004, it was a crowd pleaser, so it made sense for her and her husband, Mark, the theatre’s artistic director, to bring it to Tyrone.

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Happy new year, everyone! I’ve been busy with high school and homework, so I haven’t reviewed a film in a while, but I saw some good films. I saw “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel,” the new supercharged “Sherlock Holmes”, and the special effects-filled “Avatar.” Good films to end 2009. Unfortunately, 2010’s movie year did not start so well. The first film of the year for me is “The Spy Next Door,” a comedy that only kids will enjoy. As for how adults and teens will like it, that’s another story.

The Newnan Cultural Arts Commission (NCAC) has announced the date of the 18th Annual Wadsworth & Friends Concert set for Saturday, March 6 at 7:30 pm at Newnan’s Wadsworth Auditorium. The planned concert will be the 18th concert hosted by native son Charles Wadsworth who was first featured here in 1993 and, before and since, gained worldwide acclaim for his talents and hosting skills. Last year’s virtual sellout Wadsworth & Friends Concert celebrated the home town piano artist’s 80th  birthday at which he announced his retirement from the international circuit of concerts and programs at which he has been featured during his long and much heralded career.

If you’re in the mood to be part of a big party for New Year’s Eve, Underground Atlanta is certainly the place to be for its 21st annual Peach Drop New Year’s Eve Celebration.

The largest New Year’s Eve party in the Southeast will be headlined by celebrated recording artist and high-energy performer Morris Day and the Time. Day’s classic old-school sounds with new music and talented new band members will get the energy going and the crowd singing and dancing along as they ring in the New Year.

The insatiable curiosity of Curious George – the little monkey who has captured the imagination and hearts of millions of children and adults for over 65 years – comes to life at Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. The Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! exhibit will introduce young children to Curious George’s world and lead visitors on a fun, meaningful interactive math, science and engineering-based adventure.

Christmas is a time celebrating the dreams, imaginations and fantasies of children and nothing illustrates this better than “The Nutcracker.” There are several presentations taking place this weekend for audiences to enjoy.

Peachtree City Civic Ballet Company will present “The Nutcracker Ballet,” music by Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky and performed by dancers from throughout the Southern Crescent. In its sixth year, the company offers a new and exciting presentation of the traditional Christmas story, which in itself tells of family and community.

Here Ye! Here Ye! The sights and sounds of 19th Century London are back and alive at Heritage Christian Church for this years Dickens Village.  Dickens Village is not just another craft show, but a unique and nostaligic, family friendly, entertainment experience. Olde English shops, period costumed characters with accents, entertainment, and goodies fill the church campus at 2130 Redwine Road with sights and smells that take you back to another era. Dickens Village provides five days of merriment, music and memories for everyone.  This year’s Village is planned for Dec. 9-13 from 6- 9 p.m. nightly at Heritage Christian Church. 

The Fayette County Historical Society cordially invites you to its annual Christmas Open house this Sunday, December 13 from 3p.m. to 4 p.m. It is located at 195 Lee Street, just behind the American Legion Log Cabin.

The Fayette County "Wreaths Across America" Dedication Ceremony will be held this Saturday, Dec. 12 at the Fayetteville City Cemetery.  At 10 a.m. , cadets from the Civil Air Patrol, Falcon Field Composite Squadron GA-116, will begin laying over 100 Christmas wreaths, donated by local citizens, on the graves of our veterans buried there.

Zaphyra, will perform a holiday program on Sunday, Dec. 13 at Newnan’s favorite restaurant, Ten East Washington.

The Fayette based vocal band will be presenting “A Touch of Christmas” from 12:30-1:30 pm.

Christmas comes to the Fayetteville Depot Wednesday, Dec. 9 through Friday Dec. 11 when the Twilight Theatre presents "Babes in Toyland,” a children's comedy based on the classic Victor Herbert operetta. This delightful one-act play features a cast of local actors ages 5-14 playing toys, Mother Goose characters, villains and even Santa himself. The student director is Maggie Spears, and the music director is Carolyn Bakovetz, both members of the Twilight Theatre Apprentice Company. 

In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines, lived twelve little girls in two straight lines. They left the house, at half past nine...The smallest one was Madeline.” Ludwig Bemelmans, “Madeline”

The Carnegie invites kids of all ages to a holiday puppet show featuring Peter and Mary Ann Hart of Atlanta Puppet. The program will be presented on Monday, December 21st at 10 a.m.

The Fayetteville First United Methodist Church will be holding its Annual Christmas Tour of Homes this Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5 and 6.

The Southern Crescent Chorale will join other area community choruses and the Southern Crescent Symphony Orchestra in presenting Handel's Messiah at the Clayton County Performing Arts Center located at 2530 Mt. Zion Parkway, Jonesboro, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.

Christmas Eve is tough for private investigator Cactus O’Riley. She is trying to lure her secretary Fred away from his protective mother, dodging the affections of Deputy D.A. Windsor, and considering closing her business. She doesn’t need the added aggravation of two fugitives who burst into her office looking for justice and a dead detective named Jake Marley. Christmas turns into a dickens of a holiday as Cactus solves mysteries and takes a second chance on love and sleuthing. Comedy, mystery and romance converge in this charming contemporary Christmas tale where goodwill and justice triumph.

Thirteen teenagers, from six local schools and two home school groups, have come together to perform Sandra Fenichel Asher's full-length play, “Everything Is Not Enough”. The show will be performed at the Newnan Community Theatre Company on 1st Avenue in downtown Newnan.

Tuna, Texas is a nice place to visit, especially during the holidays. The Legacy Theatre invites everyone to come out and meet the unique characters of this small town as they prepare for the annual light display contest and try to solve the mystery of who the Christmas phantom is in “Tuna Christmas,” the second play in the Tuna series, written by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears and Ed Howard. The plays are rollicking comedies best known for their use of two actors playing all the roles. Mark Smith, the artistic director at the Legacy Theatre, and David Dorrell reprise their roles from “Greater Tuna” for this holiday show.

Fayetteville’s seventeenth annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Sat., Dec. 5. Officially marks the beginning of the Main Street Holiday Season. The public is invited to gather at The Gazebo, with festivities scheduled to kick off at 6 p.m. The traditional lighting of the tree will be followed by complimentary carriage rides with Santa from 7-9 p.m. We are also partnering with the Fayette Samaritans again this year to help fill their pantry. Beginning November 23, we ask that you bring non-perishable food items, and canned goods with you to drop off at the “LITTLE RED MILL” donation area at The Gazebo

Candy Canes, Carols and Tree Lighting on Dec. 5

Deck the golf cart with boughs of holly! It’s time to light up the trail of lights and bring the family out to the annual Hometown Holiday extravaganza in Peachtree City on Dec. 5. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. at Shakerag Knoll and end at approximately 9:30 p.m. at the Lighting of the Tree at City Hall.

TubaChristmas will be held for the first time in Fairburn on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 1 p.m. at the campus of Georgia Military College on Highway 29. Tuba and euphonium players of all ages gather to perform Christmas carols and music of the season with a warm, rich organ-like sound. Concert is free and open to the public. For more information, or if you’re interested in performing with us, visit www.tubachristmas.com.

The Rockettes perform “Christmas in New York” as part of The Radio City Christmas Spectacular now playing at The Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Photo/Special.

For more than three quarters of a century, the Radio City Rockettes, the world’s most famous precision dance troupe, have been a legendary force in entertainment with a rich history of skill and dedication to their craft. From their memorable USO Tours during WWII, to show-stopping Super Bowl half-time appearances, to the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade performances, to Presidential Inauguration Ceremonies, the Rockettes are recognized as a national treasure: the epitome of glamour, excitement, joy and optimism.

Josh Gracin, left and Blake Shelton, right.

Atlanta Braves pitcher Tim Hudson and his wife, Kim, formed the Hudson Family Foundation so that they could help make a positive impact on the lives of children and their families that need assistance. The Hudsons are thankful for their many blessings and their foundation is a way for them to give back to those in need.

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Jim Carrey generally makes good films, whether playing Stanley Ipkiss in “The Mask” or Count Olaf in “A Series of Unfortunate Events.” When it comes to classic stories however (i.e. “The Grinch” or “Horton Hears a Who!”), Carrey lets his own unique brand of humor overwhelm the audience and therefore ruin the original story. This is not the case in Disney’s “A Christmas Carol.”

What better way to get in the holiday spirit than to enjoy an evening of beautiful Christmas music, while having the opportunity to do a little gift shopping as well! The community is invited to do both on Tuesday, Dec. 1, when the Starr’s Mill High School Choral Department presents its 13th Annual Candlelight Processional and Silent Auction.

Sharks are such fascinating creatures that Discovery Channel dedicates a full week to them each summer. Now, the Georgia Aquarium enhances the learning experience for their patrons with the exhibit, “Planet Shark: Predator or Prey.”

Atlanta audiences are the first to experience the most comprehensive and innovative “out of water” shark exhibition to tour the world.  Planet Shark: Predator or Prey complements the existing collection of more than 70 live sharks, representing 14 different species.  The interactive and engaging exhibition will explore some of the unique relationships humans have forged with one of the world’s most feared predators - the shark.

Shoppers at the Kedron Kroger in Peachtree City will be treated to live orchestra music courtesy of the McIntosh High School Orchestra on Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15.  These young, talented musicians will perform while tickets are sold for their second annual Cajun Thanksgiving Dinner giveaway.