Jazz, Preschoolers Theater and Hot Chili Highlight Weekend Events

Sam Skelton at The Velvet Note: 4075 Old Milton Parkway. A native of Conyers, Sam Skelton has been active on the Atlanta music scene for well over two decades, where he is known for his congenial personality, wacky sense of humor and unstoppable work ethic. As a sideman on over 250 compact discs, Sam remains very active in the studio and can be heard on recordings by such artists as: Elton John, December Radio, Babbie Mason, Howard Tate, Matchbox 20, Train, Edwin McCain, The Gap Band and The Ohio Players. Tickets: $20.  Showtimes: 7:30pm & 9:30pm.  For reservations, call 855.5.VELVET or go to http://thevelvetnote.com/sam-skelton.

The Lion Who Roared Meow: Off Broadway Dance will present this Saturday morning theater for preschoolers on Nov. 2 at 10:30 a.m.  at 12315 Crabapple Rd., Ste. 122, Alpharetta. Bring your preschoolers dressed in their pjs with blankets, and come watch our youth rep company present these 30-minute shows with lots of audience participation. Stay after and make a craft with the cast. Enjoy doughnuts and juice while there. $5. Visit online to buy tickets.

North Point Mall Celebrates 20th Anniversary: North Point Mall is celebrating with a family-friendly event on Saturday, Nov. 2. starting at 1 p.m.The celebration will feature free activities including fashion shows, a karaoke competition, prizes, giveaways and more. 1000 North Point Cir Alpharetta 

Hot Chili & Hot Location for UGA/Florida Game: Police officers, firefighters and other public safety staff will put on their chef's aprons to create dozens of competing pots of homemade chili, with awards at halftime of the football game. The big game will be shown on an 8 foot x 12 foot LED screen. Pre-game tastings and festivities begin at 2:30 PM, with the live broadcast starting at 3:30 p.m. $10 for adults and $5 for children for the Chili Cook-off. Entry onto the event site and viewing of the game are free. Purchase tickets at the Alpharetta Police Department (2565 Old Milton Parkway), Sharp Shooters USA (11261 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA 30076), or email Captain Wessel.

Fred Hughes Trio at The Velvet Note: The jazz trio performs Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3 at The Velvet Note on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta. Showtimes:  7:30 & 9:30 p.m. Tickets available online or call or call 855.583.5838.