M. Night Shyamalan’s “Lady in the Water” presents a unique challenge for a critic. It is either great or terrible, either a near-brilliant examination of storytelling and its role in film or an exercise in self-involved egotism. Most critics are going to go with the latter, but I don’t think that’s fair; “Lady in the Water” is far too ambitious and interesting to deserve such quick dismissals.

Owen Wilson is back once again as the goofy-yet-lovable, thirty-something guy who doesn’t feel it’s necessary to grow up- ever- in the new film “You, Me and Dupree.”

McIntosh High School Principal Tracie Fleming (left) and Cele Eifert, the new McIntosh Parent-Teacher-Student Organization (PTSO) president, discuss plans for the upcoming Freshman Fair-an open house and orientation for all incoming ninth graders.

Peachtree City New Neighbors League Club (NNLC) will sponsor its annual “Amnesty Day” Thursday, August 10 at the Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church at 101 N. Peachtree Pkwy. The club’s general meeting will begin at 10 a.m. with a social at 9:30 a.m.

There’s still room for participants in next week’s Camp MacAttackular day trip program offered by the Peachtree City Recreation Department for kids ages 7-10.

The scene is a sparsely populated park and soon a group will gather. This young, energetic group will tell a familiar tale, perhaps one of the most famous tales in all the world. It is the Gospel of St. Matthew, a story about Jesus and his teachings. While many may know the story, the way this is presented is unique, as it is told mostly through music.

It’s an emotionally charged time as a dysfunctional Texas family gathers to be with their father after he suffers a series of strokes. Everyone in the family—a hairdresser, Bible thumper, trash collector and lascivious country singer—all have one thing on their mind as Daddy’s end draws near: where’s the will?

“The Devil Wears Prada” may have hit theaters with less hype and anticipation than “Superman” or “Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man’s Chest,” but for those of us who have read the novel on which the movie is based, it was a long awaited arrival.

Captain Jack is back - and that’s the good news. The bad news is that the sequel to the hit Disney film, “Pirates of the Caribbean” is a bit confusing and way too long.

The fourth annual Georgia Gourd and Basket Show will be held this weekend, July 14-16, at the Coweta County Fairgrounds, 915 Pine Rd., in Newnan.

For those who missed the Coweta Master Gardeners’ Garden Tour, there’s an opportunity to view other local ponds and gardens. Andy’s Nursery will sponsor their third annual Pond and Garden Tour this Saturday, July 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All ponds on the tour are in Fayette and Coweta counties and can be viewed them at your leisure. When purchasing your ticket you will receive your map. Tickets are $25 for the general public and $20 for Andy’s Garden Club members.

You are a new homeowner without a clue; you may have had a beautiful yard in Ohio, but the gardening techniques you learned there didn’t prepare you for Georgia; your yard needs some serious attention, but you don’t know what to do or where to start.

Track Alex, Melman and Gloria as they venture from New York’s Central Park Zoo to an exotic island July 14 at the Villages Amphitheater. The voices of Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith and David Schwimmer bring these Dreamworks characters to life. This third and final film in the Free Family Fun Film Night series will entertain people of all ages.

Eight-times Australian National champion Irish dancer Rowena Ryan-Schultz, has established a dance school in Peachtree City.

GMC Community College in Union City is in registration. Free tuition is available for first-time students who graduated from high school in May 2006 for one fall quarter with the required paperwork.

From the start, it’s clear that “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift” is in trouble. It dispenses with reality as soon as possible, beginning in a high school populated entirely by clearly post-collegiate actors; this is the oldest group of high schoolers since “Dawson’s Creek” went off the air.

This weekend Fayette Countians will be entertained at the Villages Amphitheater both Friday and Saturday night. On Friday, local singers will lift their voices in hopes of becoming the next Fayette Idol, and on Saturday audiences will be out in force for the free July Jam concert featuring the Swingin’ Medallions.

Chances are you have seen the Rob Reiner film “A Few Good Men,” starring Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, and Jack Nicholson, but have you seen the play that inspired it? It’s a riveting, suspenseful tale and a searing courtroom drama that shows the struggle of three Naval officers as they defend two young, enlisted Marines accused of murdering one of their own in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Written by Aaron Sorkin (“The West Wing”), this contemporary American classic raises the questions of what it means to have honor, loyalty, and humanity in today’s world.

The box office is now open for Southside Theatre Guild’s production of “Godspell.”

The musical presents the Gospel of St. Matthew almost entirely in song and the music comes from the mind of Stephen Schwartz (“Wicked,” “Pippin”).

The fourth annual Georgia Gourd and Basket Show will be held July 14-16, at the Coweta County Fairgrounds, 915 Pine Rd., in Newnan.

I saw this movie on the day it opened and then went away on vacation. My initial review got lost somewhere in cyberspace, so here is my second attempt.

Next Tuesday businesses will be closed, kids will be lathered in sunscreen and homes will be filled with family and friends to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day. Cities across the country will vie to be the largest, most patriotic and most festive celebrants of the holiday and in Atlanta there will be events for people of all ages and celebration styles.

The box office is now open for Southside Theatre Guild’s production of “Godspell.”

The musical presents the Gospel of St. Matthew almost entirely in song and the music comes from the mind of Stephen Schwartz (“Wicked,” “Pippin”).

Vaudeville comes to Atlanta

Fresh from a starring role on Broadway, and on the heels of the hit television show, “Dancing With The Stars,” John O’Hurley will star in this weekend’s presentation of "Chicago." Don’t miss this sensational show at the fabulous Fox Theatre from June 23-25.

"Chicago" continues to entertain audiences since it opened to rave reviews at the National Theatre in Washington D.C.

Produced by Tony Award winners, Barry and Fran Weissler and under the Tony Award winning direction of Walter Bobbie and spotlighting the Tony Award winning choreography by Ann Reinking in the style of the legendary Bob Fosse and

Georgia Youth Ballet’s Summer Intensive Workshop in Fayetteville will conclude this Friday night with the annual Summerfest Performance, which will be held at 7 p.m. at the Willie Duke Auditorium at Starr’s Mill High School, 193 Panther Path, Fayetteville.

The Northgate Viking Band Boosters held their first annual Benefit Motorcycle Ride on Saturday, June 10. The monies raised will go toward the purchase of new instruments. Event chairperson Tim Masdon said, “It was an exciting event and I truly look forward to the next one.” This fund raiser is an opportunity to get the extended community involved in bringing a lasting change to a young person’s life. The goal for the Northgate Viking Band Program is simple and is embodied in the slogan they have chosen for themselves and their program “Nothing less than the best.” Pictured are Northgate bike riders Mike Manning and Kim Rountree. Photo/Special.

When Peachtree City resident James Wingo called the Peachtree City Library about making a donation, he didn't foresee the chain of events that would lead to a collaborative effort all in the name of liberty.

Barnes & Noble customers and employees will have an opportunity to help restock the libraries of devastated schools in the Gulf Coast Region affected by the 2005 hurricane season with the “Read up a Storm” book drive. By donating together, people in this area can help rebuild school libraries one book at a time.