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| November |
Southern Naturalists: Audubon in Context Exhibit - 11/ 5- 11/6, 11/9 - 11/13, 11/16 - 11/20, 11/23 - 11/27 & 11/30/09 - Call for times
The exhibit will be works by John Lawson, John Abbott, Andre Michaux, John Audubon, an original Mark Catesby folio, and a first edition of William Bartram's book of his travels through Georgia, the Carolinas, and Florida. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors, $1 for children. Please call for a tour appointment.
Phone: 706-595-7777 - Address: Hickory Hill, 502 Hickory Hill Drive, Thomson, GA 30824 |
First Fridays: Art, Music & More! - 11/6/09 at 4-10 pm
Galleries debut new works, street vendors sell their wares, and live entertainment can be seen and heard all along Broad Street. Augusta's downtown boasts over a dozen live music venues, complemented by numerous locally owned restaurants, cafes, boutiques and other shops. We invite you to visit First Friday to enjoy the music, dining, museums, antiques and other attractions. Free fun event! Location: Broad St., Augusta, GA |
Moonlight Music Cruise - 11/6/09 at 5-6:30 pm
Jazz, Celtic, Bluegrass, Pop. Every Friday features a different musician on a one-and-a-half hour cruise on the Petersburg Boat. Bring aboard a picnic basket and unwind as the sun goes down on the Augusta Canal. Call for fees.
Phone: 706-823-0440 - Address: 1450 Greene Street, Suite 400, Augusta, GA 30901 |
3rd Annual Main Street Read - 11/7/2009 at 10 am - 2 pm
Come to downtown Warrenton for a READING good time! We will have dramatic readings of favorite stories for all ages. Also, there will be puppet shows, face painting, balloons and characters in costume mingling in the crowd. ACT IV will be performing skits, and the Warren County Public Library will be holding their annual book sale on the courthouse square during the day. Phone: 706-465-2171 - Address: 512 Main Street, Warren Co. Courthouse, Warrenton, GA |
Swamp Saturday - 11/7/09 at 9:30-11 am
The Academy’s trained volunteers lead free 2½-mile, 1½-hour hikes through Phinizy Swamp Nature Park every month. Don’t miss a walk past wetlands and swamps, over picturesque trails, and scenic outlooks. Please call in advance for groups.
Phone: 706-828-2109 - Address: Phinizy Swamp Nature Park at Southeastern Natural Sciences Academy, 1858 Lock & Dam Rd, Augusta GA |
Belle Meade Hunt Opening Meet - 11/7/09 at 12 noon - 6 pm
Ride along on a Tally-ho wagon through historic sites and beautiful rolling countryside of McDuffie County, following scarlet-coated hunters and well-trained hounds on a simulated fox hunt. An unforgettable McDuffie County tradition! $50 fee.
Phone: 706-597-1000 - Address: 111 Railroad Street, Thomson, GA 30824 |
Main Street Read - 11/7/09 at 10 am - 2 pm
Come to downtown Warrenton for a READING good time! We will have dramatic readings of favorite stories for all ages. Also, there will be puppet shows, face painting, balloons and characters in costume mingling in the crowd. ACT IV will be performing skits, and the Warren County Public Library will be holding their annual book sale on the courthouse square during the day. Phone: 706-465-9604 - Address: 512 Main Street, Warren Co. Courthouse, Warrenton, GA |
Corn Maze - 11/7 & 11/14/09 at 11 am - 5 pm
Start a new fall tradition with your family or group! Come visit The Old Frontier Camp A-Maize-ing Journey corn maze in Thomson, GA. Spend a day on the farm going through the corn maze, mining for gems at the gem mine, or feeding the animals at the petting zoo. For the younger members, there will be a mini maze and a large sand hill to play in. Youth groups and senior citizens are all welcome; please call for availability. $5 suggested donation.
Phone: 706-533-2544 - Address: 111 Railroad St, Thomson, GA 30824 |
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Gift Shop Holiday Open House - 11/12/09 at 10 am - 5 pm
Savor the sights, sounds and scents of the holidays at Sacred Heart's open house. Unique gift items available, including an extensive selection of ornaments, navtivities, Nutcrackers, and collectible Santas. Book signings, decorating workshops, specialty baked goods by Guild members and creations by local artisans enhance the event. Free fun event!
Phone: 706-826-4700 - Address: 1301 Greene Street, Augusta, GA 30901 |
Dawn Walk - 11/14/09 at 5:30 am
Experiencing sunrise at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park is beyond comparison. Don’t miss the sight of light barely filtering through Spanish moss and the sound of the land coming alive with scampering wildlife, owls and other birds. We know it’s early, but you won’t regret it! Contribution: $3 Academy members, $5 nonmembers. Registration Deadline: November 12. Call to register. Phone: 706-828-2109 - Address: Phinizy Swamp Nature Park at Southeastern Natural Sciences Academy, 1858 Lock & Dam Rd, Augusta GA |
16th Annual Sportsman's Festival - 11/14/2009 at 9 am - 3 pm
Our 15th Annual Sportsman's Festival. As we did last year, we will be focusing on the hunter and fisherman with vendors, exhibitors and demonstrators catering mostly to those interests, turkey shoot, big buck contest and a gun raffle. It’s fun for any and every family! We will also have some vendors for the ladies...those that have been very popular at previous events. In addition, there will be a children's carnival, including pony rides, and Smokey the Bear will be on hand. We have the best festival food around! There will also be a cruise-in on Courthouse Square within a block of the festival itself. Musical entertainment will be onstage throughout the day. Booth rental: $20. Food vendors: $40. Phone: 706-465-9604 - Location: Courthouse Square & City Park, Main Street & South Norwood Street, Warrenton, GA |
Annual Holiday Gingerbread Village - 11/20 - 11/29/2009 at 10 am - 5 pm
Visions of sugarplums will dance in your head as you peruse delectable and sugary replicas of historic buildings in the Central Savannah River Area at this annual gingerbread house competition. Cash prizes awarded to the top entries. During the display, each historic-themed gingerbread house will be available for purchase through silent auction, with proceeds benefiting the programs of Augusta Museum of History. Free fun event!
Phone: 706-722-8454 - Location: Augusta, GA |
Pioneer Day - 11/21/2009 at 9 am - 3 pm
This event is a fun mix of historic structures, exhibits, living history demonstrations, entertainment and food. There’s a one-room schoolhouse, log cabin, blacksmith shop, cotton gin, grist mill and more. Kids (and adults) can try their hands at grinding corn and can watch demonstrations of historical skills like blacksmithing and soap making. Arrive as early as possible and begin the day with ham and sausage biscuits. Lunch is red beans and rice or turnip greens with fried cornbread patties. Apple fritters are a must. You get a choice of cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar. We recommend an order of each. Phone: 706-359-7970 -
Location: 147 Lumber Street, Lincolnton, GA 30817 |
9th Annual Cane Grinding - 11/21/2009 at 9 am - 2 pm
You will be able to observe cane being ground and cooked into making syrup. There will be jars of syrup on sale and sampling of the cane juice before it is turned into syrup. Handicapped Accessible. $5 parking. Phone: 478-763-2759 - Address: George L. Smith State Park, 371 George L. Smith State Park Rd, Twin City, GA 30471 - Located between Metter and Twin City off Ga. Hwy. 23. Take I-16 exit #104. |
7th Annual Liberty Art Show - 11/21 at 5-9 pm & 11/22/09 at 12 Noon - 4 pm
Local and regional artists exhibit their fine art, paintings, folk art, sculpture, pottery, photography, handcrafted jewelry, and other handcrafted items. A great place to shop for those who are "hard to shop for" on your Christmas list. Always on the weekend before Thanksgiving. Free fun event! Address: First Liberty Market on 7th St, Historic downtown Waynesboro, GA |
CSEA “FUN” Horse Show - 11/21/09
Rain or Shine - GATES OPEN 8:30 AM / REGISTRATION BEGINS 9 AM / OPENING CEREMONY 10 AM.
ENTRY FEES: $5 PER CLASS / $10 PER PAYBACK CLASS / FREE YOUTH GAME CLASS
COME JOIN THE CSEA FOR A “FUN” DAY OF SHOWING AND FRIENDLY COMPETITION!
~FUN ATTIRE ONLY~
Phone: Melissa Burden 706-399-7424 - Location: Greene County Ag-Ed Arena, Greensboro, GA See more info on this fun horse show. |
WinterFest - 11/28/2009 at 9 am - 5 pm
Hometown crafts festival and Christmas Parade. Free fun event! Phone: 706-598-3637 - Location: Downtown Gibson, GA |
| December |
Southern Naturalists: Audubon in Context Exhibit - 12/1-12/4, 12/7-12/11 & 12/14/09 - Call for times
The exhibit will be works by John Lawson, John Abbott, Andre Michaux, John Audubon, an original Mark Catesby folio, and a first edition of William Bartram's book of his travels through Georgia, the Carolinas, and Florida. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors, $1 for children. Please call for a tour appointment.
Phone: 706-595-7777 - Address: Hickory Hill, 502 Hickory Hill Drive, Thomson, GA 30824 |
Hometown Christmas - 12/3/09 at 3-9 pm
Downtown restaurants will serve delicious dinners by candlelight and specialty shops will be open at 3 pm with Open House bargains to complete each and every shopping list. At 5 pm, enjoy the annual Tree-Lighting Service in front of our historic courthouse. Afterwards, Santa will arrive and folks will be swayed by the music permeating through the downtown streets. Cauldrons will be set up along Main Street to roast marshmallows, and horse-drawn carriage rides and hayrides tour visitors through the residential winter wonderland of illuminated streets to view the holiday-decorated homes. Traditional artisans will be showing off their handmade wares and demonstrating their craft, while photo opportunities abound in the charming downtown area. There will also be a live nativity.
Phone: 706-465-9604 - Location: Downtown Warrenton, GA 30828 |
First Fridays: Art, Music & More! - 12/4/09 at 4-10- pm
Galleries debut new works, street vendors sell their wares, and live entertainment can be seen and heard all along Broad Street. Augusta's downtown boasts over a dozen live music venues, complemented by numerous locally owned restaurants, cafes, boutiques and other shops. We invite you to visit First Friday to enjoy the music, dining, museums, antiques and other attractions. Free fun event! Location: Broad St., Augusta, GA |
Magnolia Springs Heritage Festival - 12/5/09 at 10 am - 5 pm
Events include a history encampment by SCV camp volunteers and area enactors, pit bar-b-que and craft booths, bluegrass and gospel music, Native American Indian skills, and a program on Sherman's March to the Sea. For more information call. Entry fee is the $5 per vehicle park pass.
Phone: 478-982-1660 - Address: Magnolia Springs State Park, 1053 Magnolia Springs Dr, Millen, GA 30442 |
Swamp Saturday - 12/5/09 at 9:30-11 am
The Academy’s trained volunteers lead free 2 1/2-mile, 1 1/2-hour hikes through Phinizy Swamp Nature Park every month. Don’t miss a walk past wetlands and swamps, over picturesque trails, and scenic outlooks. Please call in advance for groups. Phone: 706-828-2109
Address: Phinizy Swamp Nature Park at Southeastern Natural Sciences Academy, 1858 Lock & Dam Rd, Augusta GA |
December Dash - 12/5/09 at 9 am
Don’t miss the fourth annual 10K at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park! It is one of Georgia-Carolina’s most scenic races! Course is distinctively different from the 5K! Call to sign up, or register online at www.active.com.
Phone: 706-828-2109 - Address: Phinizy Swamp Nature Park at Southeastern Natural Sciences Academy, 1858 Lock & Dam Rd, Augusta GA |
Olde Lincoln - 12/5/09 at 1-7 pm
Featuring extended shopping hours, sales, special promotions, open houses and drawings sponsored by various merchants in town. Crafters, food vendors, Christmas Parade and other attractions will be found throughout the city. Call for fees.
Phone: 706-359-7970 - Location: Main Street, Lincolnton, GA |
Christmas Tour of Homes - 12/5/09 at 5:30-9 pm
Please join us for an enchanting candlelight tour of eight lovely private homes in Thomson’s historic district that will be decorated for the Christmas season. Tickets are $25 and are available at the Thomson-McDuffie County Chamber of Commerce.
Phone: 706-597-1000 - Address: 111 Railroad Street, Thomson, GA 30824 |
Festival Off Main - 12/5/09 at 9 am - 5 pm
Arts & craft festival, Depot Dash 5 K run/walk, Breakfast with Santa, a full day of events for the family! Call for fees. Phone: 706-597-1000 - Address: 111 Railroad St, Thomson, GA 30824 |
A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols - 12/8/09 at 7:30 pm
This annual Christmas event, featuring the Augusta Collegium Musicum, guest choirs and readers is a highlight of the Christmas season. A tradional English Christmas programs which orginated at King's College Chapel, Cambridge University, England, was first presented a t Sacred Heart in 1987 under the direction of William Toole. Highlighting the program ar the readings of the prayers and lessons from both the Old and New Testaments. The carols and hymns are moving and joyous. Afterwards join us for Christmas treats and concessions. $20 advanced reservations required. Phone: 706-826-4700 - Address: 1301 Greene Street, Augusta, GA 30901 |
Washington-Wilkes Christmas Tour of Homes and Colonial Dinner - 12/11 - 12/12/09
The weekend begins on Friday evening with our romantic Candlelight Tour...where visitors can stroll arm in arm down our lovely tree lined streets, visiting private homes gaily dressed for the holiday season and warmed by soft candlelight. On Saturday, visitors can tour private residences, farms and commercials spaces located in both the city & the county before enjoying a private candlelight cocktail party on the square and a delicious colonial dinner in a historic home. Special holiday events and festivities will also be occurring throughout the community during the weekend. Tickets range in price from $5 for a single house tour ticket to combination group house tour & dinner tickets up to $85 per person. Tickets may be purchased by calling. Visitors of all ages are welcome!
Phone: 706-678-5001 - Address: 29 West Square, Washington, GA 30673 |
Holiday on the Hill - 12/11 - 12/12/09 at 7-8 pm
Southern charm and elegance are exemplified in this gracious Greek Revival mansion decked out in all its Christmas finery. Learn about holiday traditions that we all recognize, but don't know the origins. Experience the "Southern Naturalists" exhibit before it returns to South Carolina. But, before your tour, partake of some holiday cheer with a wine and cheese tasting, highlighting Southern cheeses and wines. Limited to 25 guests per tour, so reservations are required.
Phone: 706-595-7777 - Address: Hickory Hill, 502 Hickory Hill Drive, Thomson, GA 30824 |
"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens - 12/12/2009 at 10 am - 4:30 pm
This Victorian favorite will capture your heart as Dickens characters present scenes from Ebenezer Scrooge's life in each room. The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future will present a haunting performance as they guide visitors through the house.
Phone: 706- 678-2226 - Address: Robert Toombs House Historic Site, 216 East Robert Toombs Avenue in Washington, GA |
| January |
Blue Highway - 1/22/10 at 7:30 pm
Bluegrass greats Blue Highway are joined by bluegrass-gospel group the Kenny and Amanda Smith Band. Admission is $12.50 - $35. Phone: 706-828-3867 - Address: Imperial Theatre, 749 Broad St., Augusta, GA 30901 |
| February |
Dailey & Vincent - 2/19/09 at 7:30 pm
The mighty duo Dailey & Vincent are back at the Imperial Theatre to play some more of their foot-stomping, head-shaking bluegrass. Admission is $12.50 - $35.
Phone: 706-828-3867 - Address: Imperial Theatre, 749 Broad St., Augusta, GA 30901 |
| March |
March Hare Affair 5K - 3/6/10 at 9 am
Run into Warrenton on March 6th for the next upcoming First Saturday, which is a tradition in Warrenton. Registration for the 5K will begin at 9 am in the Warren County Court House, and the run begins promptly at 10 am. The route begins and finishes at the Court House where we will gather for awards (trophies and medals). You may also pre-register online at www.active.com , get a registration form at the Chamber of Commerce or print out an entry form on www.warrencountyga.com. A Fun Run for kids, which is a 1-mile route, will begin promptly 9:30 am. Participant Registration Fee $20. Phone: 706-465-9604 - Address: 521 Main Street, Warrenton, GA 30828 |
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives - 3/12/09 at 7:30 pm
Country and Bluegrass legend Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives for one rockin' performance! Phone: 706-828-3867 - Address: Imperial Theatre, 749 Broad St., Augusta, GA |
| April |
Garden Festival Prelude Tea - 4/18/10 at 4 pm
Stroll through an amazing Old South style garden while enjoying a formal tea.
Phone: 706-826-4700 - Address: Sacred Heart Cultural Center, 1301 Greene Street, Augusta, GA 30901 |
19th Annual Sacred Heart Garden Festival - 4/23 - 4/25/10
Patrons will see the finest examples of garden and floral exhibits, learn from well-known garden experts and authors, buy unique plants and hard to find items in the Garden Market and tour extraordinary private gardens throughout Augusta. The Festival, named runner up Best Festival by Augusta Magazine, opens with the highly anticipated Preview Party. This event gives patrons the first glimpse of the Great Hall, transformed into a garden oasis of live plants and water features. Funding raised from the Festival supports the continuing preservation of Sacred Heart Cultural Center. Call for fees. Phone: 706-826-4700 - Address: Sacred Heart Cultural Center, 1301 Greene Street, Augusta, GA 30901 |
Car Show at the Depot - 4/24/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
Classic Car Show - Address: The Depot, 111 Railroad Street, Thomson, GA 30824 |
| May |
Kids Fishing Event - 5/1/10 at 9 am - 5 pm
Fishing rodeo at the McDuffie Public Fishing Area
Phone: 706-597-1000 - McDuffie Public Fishing Area |
6th Annual First Saturday Cycle Tour - 5/1/10 at 8 am
Hometown Warrenton invites you to go “cycling” in Warren County , which includes bicycle enthusiasts riding various courses throughout Warren County. Registration for the ride will be on May 1st in the Warren County Courthouse from 7:30 am – 8 am, with a pre-ride briefing at 8 am. Pre-registration is available at www.warrencountyga.com, or call 706-465-9604. Registration fee is $20, and proceeds will benefit the local Mentoring Program, the Early Read Program, and family events downtown. There will be four different bike routes (12, 26, 50, and 100 mile routes), and the rides will start and finish in front of the Courthouse. Three rest stops providing snacks and restroom facilities supplied. Helmets are required. For more information, please call Cindy Rivers.
Phone: 706-465-9604 - Address: 521 Main Street, Warrenton, GA 30828 |
Mayfest Arts & Crafts Festival - 5/1/10 at 9 am - 5 pm
Admission and parking are free. A parade kicks off the festivities. There will be arts and crafts vendors, rides and activities for the kids, a hamburger cook-off and live entertainment.
Phone: 706-597-1000 - Address: Highway 78, Dearing, GA 30824 |
Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival - 5/8/10 at 11 am - 9 pm
Celebrate the life of one of the true pioneers of country blues music, Blind Willie McTell, with a day of the blues in Thomson, GA - Phone: 706-597-1000 - Address: Hwy 78, Dearing, GA 30824 |
| June |
Kids Fishing Event - 6/1/10 at 9 am - 5 pm
Fishing rodeo at the McDuffie Public Fishing Area
Phone: 706-597-1000 - McDuffie Public Fishing Area |
Art on Main - 6/5/10
Celebrate art and be inspired in the charming small town of Warrenton* at Art on Main, Warren County's premiere Fine Art Sale & Juried Competition. Renowned Georgia artists will be showcasing their original artwork that will be for sale including paintings, pottery, folk art, stained glass, watercolors, and much more. Artists, for a prospectus, contact Cindy Rivers, Events Coordinator. Registration is $20 and includes booth rental AND submission for up to three pieces into the juried competition.Cash prizes will be awarded to Best of Show and People’s Choice winners. Entry deadline is 5/31/10. Phone: 706-465-9604 - Address: Historic courthouse and grounds, 521 Main Street, Warrenton, GA 30828 |
First Saturday Tennis Tourney - 6/21 - 6/25 & 6/28 - 6/30/10 at 6:30 pm
Adults 18 and over may participate in this amateur tennis tournament. Registration is $20, which ensures eligibility in all gender-specific categories, and includes a free t-shirt to the first 40 registered participants. Men's and Women's Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles Finals are played on July 3rd after the annual Patriotic Parade and Pie Bake-Off. Kid's Fun Night is Thursday, July 1st. Early double-elimination rounds begin June 21st. Trophies awarded to winners. Other prizes may also be offered. Participant Registration Fee: $20 Kid's Night (7/1/10) Participant: FREE. Phone: 706-465-9604 - Location: South Norwood Street City Park. Warrenton, GA 30828 |
| July |
First Saturday Tennis Tourney - 7/1-7/2 at 6:30 pm & 7/3/10 at 11 am
Adults 18 and over may participate in this amateur tennis tournament. Registration is $20, which ensures eligibility in all gender-specific categories, and includes a free t-shirt to the first 40 registered participants. Men's and Women's Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles Finals are played on July 3rd after the annual Patriotic Parade and Pie Bake-Off. Kid's Fun Night is Thursday, July 1st. Early double-elimination rounds begin June 21st. Trophies awarded to winners. Other prizes may also be offered. Participant Registration Fee: $20 Kid's Night (7/1/10) Participant: FREE. Phone: 706-465-9604 - Location: South Norwood Street City Park. Warrenton, GA 30828 |
| August |
Back Roads & Bikes Charity Ride - 8/7/10 at 10 am
Registration 9 am - 10 am, and the ride begins at 10 am. All bikes welcome. Entry fee is one hand for $25. Free t-shirt and goody bag to the first 40 participants. Each additional hand is $5. There will be door prizes, too. Proceeds go to Hometown Warrenton, Inc., a non-profit community organization. Vendors are also welcome to set up along Main Street at no charge. Sidewalk and yard sales are also welcome. Phone: 706-465-9604 to reserve a space or for more info - Address: 512 Main Street, Warrenton, GA 30828 |
| October |
Fiddles & Vittles - 10/2/09 at 10 am
Come enjoy the good eats from regional vendors, which include fresh produce, baked goods, specialty foods and cooked meals. Music is central on courthouse square as different fiddling groups entertain on the steps, leaving plenty of room for dancing on the promenade. Food donations are accepted for the local food pantry as we celebrate food and music. Play Fiddles & Vittles to win cash. Free admission. There is a small set-up fee for food vendors.
Phone: 706-465-9604 - Address: 521 Main Street, Warrenton, GA 30828 |
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