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Self-Taught Artists of Northeast Georgia - 11/5/09
This exhibit will feature paintings, ceramics, woodcarvings, and fiber art by John “Cornbread” Anderson, Marie Elem, Qumecka "Just Q" Frazier, Dorethey Gorham, Chris Lewallen, Roy Minshew, Tim “Cuz” Phillips, David Ricketts, Billy Roper, Mavis Stevens, Robert Terrell, Tom and Judy Touchstone, Annie Wellborn, and Carter Wellborn. Check out more info on this special event. |
Exhibit: Found Objects - 11/5 - 11/6, 11/8, 11/10 - 11/13, 11/15, 11/17 - 11/20, 11/22 & 11/24/09 - Call for times
This exhibit focuses on 3 women artists each creating artworks from “found” items. From discarded heaps, works of art that have significant social impact are created. Featured in the show will be works by Loren Schwerd, Donna Mintz and Pam Longobardi. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Blvd, Gainesville, GA 30501 |
Evening of Dance - 11/6 - 11/7/09 at 7:30 pm
A student choreographed concert infused with awe-inspiring and physically daring dances. Come see this showcase of dances made by and for Brenau University dance students. Free fun event! Address: Brenau University, Pearce Auditorium, 204 Blvd., Gainesville, GA 30034 |
Hemlockfest - 11/6 - 11/8/09 - Call for times
Hemockfest is an annual bluegrass, blues, and rock music festival held to benefit efforts to save the Hemlock trees of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which are threatened by an invasive parasite, the wooly adelgid. It features music from such genres as singer songwriter, blue-newgrass, blues, Celtic rock, and jam bands. Hemlockfest also features arts and crafts vendors, demonstrations and exhibits on nature and rustic living, tasty food and beverages, and unique performances by fire dancers, puppet artists, and other entertainers. 100% of the proceeds of Hemlockfest go toward efforts to preserve the Hemlock trees and combat the wooly adelgid parasite. $15-$25 admission fee. Phone: 706-265-5282 - Address: 326 Starbridge Rd., Murrayville, GA 30564 |
Southern Appalachian Mushrooms - 11/7/2009 at 10 am - 12:30 pm
Learn why fungi are critically important to the survival of our ecosystem. Following a slideshow and lecture by botanical photographer Debra Davis, participants will have an opportunity to participate in a non-collecting identification foray. Register in advance. $5 parking.
Phone: 706-878-3087 - Address: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545 - Directions: on GA Hwy 75 Alt, 3 miles W of Helen. |
The Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel overlooks the Chattahoochee River. It is in the heart of Helen, GA and surrounded by majestic NE GA mountains. This charming pet-friendly hotel features riverfront rooms, Jacuzzis, suites and a casual Restaurant. |
10th Annual Granite City Fall Festival - 11/7/09 at 9 am - 5 pm
Fun, food, arts, crafts, granite tours, granite demonstrations, granite displays, petting area, kids
activities and really great entertainment throughout the entire day. Come early and stay late. Phone - 706-283-5651 - Location: Downtown Square, Elberton, GA 30635 |
Unless the Lord Builds the House, the Labor is in Vain - 11/7/09 at 6-9 pm
This gospel play is about a Pastor who is desperately trying to follow in his father's footsteps while dealing with an overwhelmed wife and a troublesome mother-in-law. The cast is made up of talented musicians and skilled vocalists who will move you. $15 admission fee.
Phone: 706-283-1049 - Address: Elbert Theater, 100 S Oliver St., Elberton, GA 30635 |
Celebrate in Braselton - 11/7/09 at 7 pm
Outdoor Concert. Free fun event! Phone: Danielle Austin at 706-654-3915 - Location: downtown Braselton off Exit 129 on I-85 east. |
Visiting Artist Series at Unicoi - 11/7 - 11/8 & 11/14 - 11/15/2009
Several talented artists and craftspeople from Georgia and surrounding states will demonstrate and have samples of their work for sale. The program lasts each weekend from Memorial Day through mid-November. $5 parking.
Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 305 - Address: Unicoi State Park and Lodge, 1788 Highway 356 Rd, Helen, GA 30545 - Directions: 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356. |
Toccoa Harvest Fest - 11/7 at 10 am & 11/8/09 at 12 noon
Come visit 200 vendors, handmade-homemade-homebaked or homegrown crafts; two stages filled with entertainment, a classic ar cruise and children and youth activities.
Phone: 706-282-3269 - Location: Downtown Square, Toccoa, GA 30577 |
Saturday Evening Concert Series - 11/7 & 11/14/2009
Some of the best musicians in the area perform a variety of music, from Appalachian Mountain to bluegrass to Southern gospel. Handicap Accessible. "Pass-the-hat" donations. $5 parking.
Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 305 - Address: Unicoi State Park and Lodge, 1788 Highway 356 Rd, Helen, GA 30545 - Directions: 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356. |
Banks County CVB Chocolate Fair - 11/9/09 at 6:30-8:30 pm
Come out and sample all the chocolate dishes prepared by the Chocolate Fair participants. Prizes awarded in 6 categories. Fun activities and live entertainment. $5-$7 admission fee.
Phone: Banks County CVB office 706-677-5265 - Address: Tanger Town Centre, Community Room, Suite 440, Commerce, GA 30529 |
9th Annual Cumming Steam, Antique Tractor, & Gas Engine Expo - 11/13 - 11/14/09
This exposition takes you back into time and you gaze through the various forms of antique farming equipment. With interactive displays of how all the machines and tractors work, you'll be leaving here with a whole new realm of information! $5 admission. Call for times.
Phone: John Walls at 770-886-3507 - Address: 235 Castleberry Rd., Cumming, GA 30040 |
Arts Tour - 11/13 - 11/15/09 - Call for times
Interact with artists in the act of creation! Meet local artists demonstrating their talents and techniques at every venue on the Arts Tour. During the Open House Weekends, plan your route ahead of time to maximize your tour or just head for the hills and look for the “Art Zone” signs! More Info: http://www.artstour.org/ |
Nature Photography Workshop - 11/14/09
Get the shot you want with guidance from Nature Photographer Joel Blacher. A working knowledge of your camera is required. Register by November 6. $55 plus $5 parking.
Phone: 706-878-3087 - Address: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545 Directions: Located on Ga. Hwy. 75 Alt, 3 miles west of Helen. |
Various Braselton Events - 11/14/09
One Car Show at 11 am - 2 pm, Lighting of the Christmas Tree at 5-7 pm & Movie in the Park at 7:30 pm. Free fun events! - Phone: Danielle Austin at 706-654-3915 - Locations: The events take place in downtown Braselton off Exit 129 on I-85 east. |
Contra Dancing - 11/17/09 at 7:30-9:30 pm
Come move to the music in these very entertaining community evenings. Adults are $8 and students are $5 at the door.
Phone: 706-878-3300 - Address: Sautee Nacoochee Center, 283 Hwy 255 North, Sautee, GA |
Exhibit: Elegance and Strength: Couture Designs by Yukinari Yao - 11/17 - 11/20 at 1-4 pm, 11/22 at 2-5 pm & 11/24/09 at 1-4 pm
This exhibit features unique fashion by Yukinari Yao. Yao is known for his ability to craft distinctive and versatile evening, daywear and exotic kimono designs. Free fun event!
Address: Brenau Univ., John S. Burd Performing Arts Center, 429 Academy Stt, Gainesville, GA |
Folk Pottery Demonstration - 11/19/2009 at 10 am - 2 pm
Folk potters demonstrate on the third Saturday of the month from 10 am until 2pm. Potters may have wares for sale during their demonstrations. Come and enjoy this wonderous creative process. Admission: Free with admission to the museum. Adults $4, seniors and children $2. Phone: 706 878-3300 - Address: Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia, 283 Highway 255 N, Sautee, GA 30571. Directions: GA Highway 255 N, 4 miles south of Alpine Helen |
Evening Star Concerts - 11/21/09 at 8 pm
Evening Star Concert series features Richard Shindell on May 9th, Johnathon Byrd on August 8th, John McCutheon on October 3rd and the Randall Bramblett Band on November 21st. Performances are held in the Historic Gym. Tickets are $15 for members, $20 for non-members, and $8 for children ages 6-17.
Phone: 706-878-3300 - Address: Sautee Nacoochee Center, 283 Hwy 255 North, Sautee, GA |
Appalachian Christmas at BabyLand General Hospital - 11/21/09 at 9 am - 5 pm
Santa, Face Painting, Costume Characters, Arts and Crafts, DJ and Music, Fun Stage, Prizes and more will be enjoyed by all attending. Lighting of Tree at dusk. Drawing for hand-stitched Cabbage Patch Kid. Portion of proceeds to Shriners Hospital for Children. Free admission!
Address: BabyLand General Hospital Logos, 73 W. Underwood St., Cleveland, GA 30528 |
Various Braselton Events - 11/21/09
Parade at 10 pm, Outdoor Festival at 9am - 5 pm with booths, entertaiment and Santa's Workshop. Free fun events! Phone: Danielle Austin at 706-654-3915 - Locations: Downtown Braselton off Exit 129 on I-85 east. |
Mistletoe Market & Sugar Plum Tearoom - 11/21 at 9 am - 4 pm & 11/22/09 at 11 am - 3 pm
Arts, Crafts and homemade gifts for Christmas. The Tearoom will be offering soup, sandwiches, salads and desserts. This is a great opportunity to get ahead of the Christmas shopping season and purchase something with an artistic flair. $2 admission fee. Phone: 706-896-0932 - Address: 385 Welcome Center Lane, Blairsville, GA 30512 |
Christmas in Central Park - 11/21 at 10 am - 5 pm & 11/22/09 at 1-5 pm
Event features over 80 artists selling their creations, family entertainment and pictures with Santa. Call for fees. Phone: 770-781-2101 - Address: Central Park, 2300 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming, GA 30040 |
Honoring Families Celebration - 11/22/09 at 1-5 pm
Magic, face painting and more! Family oriented vendors from all over Northeast Georgia set up information about services they provide for families of young children. Phone: 770-536-1900 Address: The Featherbone Communiversity, 999 Chestnut St, SE, #11, Gainesville, GA |
Appalachian Thanksgiving - 11/26/2009 11 am
Experience a traditional Thanksgiving buffet with old-fashioned fun. Displays and Appalachian cultural demonstrations will be presented at the lodge. Reservations for the Thanksgiving buffet are required (space fills quickly). $5 parking. Phone: 706-265-1969 - Address: Amicalola Falls State Park, 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534 - Located 15 miles NW of Dawsonville on GA Hwy 52. Take Hwy 53 west to Hwy 183 N to Hwy 52 E |
Walk Off The Turkey With A Hike - 11/27/09 at 10 am - 2 pm
Take a guided hike through the gorge floor to work off those extra pounds you ate over Thanksgiving. This hike is strenuous and involves climbing over and under rocks and logs, jumping from rock to rock, and possibly getting your feet wet. Participants must be 10 or older. Register in advance. $5 per a person plus $5 parking. Phone: 706-754-7981
Address: Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr., Tallulah Falls, GA 30573 |
Lighting of the Village - 11/27/09 at 6 pm
Come join our annual tree lighting in the . Musical entertainment begins in the bandshell at 2:00 PM. The tree & village magically come to life at 6 pm. Mr. & Mrs. Santa will be in the bandshell to hear those special requests. Call for fees and more info. Phone: 800-858-8027
Address: Market Platz, 724 Brucken Strasse,Helen, GA 30545 |
2009 Festival of Trees - 11/27 - 11/30/2009
View beautifully decorated trees throughout Unicoi lodge. This event is hosted by White County Chamber of Commerce. $5 parking. Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 305 - Address: Unicoi State Park, 1788 Hwy 356, Helen, GA 30545 - Located 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356. |
Old-Fashioned Christmas - 11/28/09 at 5-9 pm
Festivities start with the Lighting of the Square and a hometown parade bringing Santa to town. Plenty of other festive holiday events continue almost daily throughout December until after New Year’s with caroling, entertainment, wine sampling, live theater Christmas events, and much more. Call for fees. Phone: 706-864-3711 - Address: 13 South Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533 |
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| December |
Contra Dancing - 12/1 & 12/15 at 7:30-9:30 pm
Come move to the music in these very entertaining community evenings. Adults are $8 and students are $5 at the door.
Phone: 706-878-3300 - Address: Sautee Nacoochee Center, 283 Hwy 255 North, Sautee, GA |
Exhibit: Found Objects - 12/1 - 12/4, 12/6, 12/8 - 12/11 - Call for times
This exhibit focuses on 3 women artists each creating artworks from “found” items. From discarded heaps, works of art that have significant social impact are created. Featured in the show will be works by Loren Schwerd, Donna Mintz and Pam Longobardi. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Blvd, Gainesville, GA 30501 |
Exhibit: Elegance and Strength: Couture Designs by Yukinari Yao - 12/1 - 12/4 at 1-4 pm, 12/6 at 2-5 pm & 12/8/09 at 1-4 pm
This exhibit features unique fashion by Yukinari Yao. Yao is known for his ability to craft distinctive and versatile evening, daywear and exotic kimono designs. Free fun event!
Address: Brenau Univ., John S. Burd Performing Arts Center, 429 Academy Stt, Gainesville, GA |
2009 Festival of Trees - 12/1 - 12/12/2009
View beautifully decorated trees throughout Unicoi lodge. This event is hosted by White County Chamber of Commerce. $5 parking. Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 305 - Address: Unicoi State Park, 1788 Hwy 356, Helen, GA 30545 - Located 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356. |
Toccoa ChristmasFest - 12/4/09 at 5-8 pm
Celebrate the holiday season in Historic Downtown Toccoa. See the lights, talk to Santa, and take a free carriage ride on this festive night. Phone: 706-272-3269 - Location: Doyle Street, Toccoa, GA 30577 |
2009 Mountain Top GA Christmas Tour of Homes - 12/4 - 12/6/09 - Call for times
Start your holidays in the North Georgia Mountain with a Christmas Tour of Homes. 8 beautiful homes. Enjoy the Art Walk on Friday night December 5. $25 fee. Phone: Towns County Chamber of Commerce for info 706-896-4966 - Location: Towns County, Young Harris, GA 30582 |
BRODi Jingle Jog 5K Run - 12/5/09 at 9 am - Register at 8 am
Pre-register for race up to Dec. 1 for $20; thereafter, $25 until 8:50am on Race Day. Contact Info: http://www.brodi.net/jinglejog/index.htm - Address: Young Harris College, 1 College St., Young Harris, GA 30582 |
Christmas Parade - 12/5/09 at 4 pm
Join the crowds along the strees of Historic Downtown Toccoa, and be sure to catch some candy from the floats at the Christmas Parade, with Santa as the grand marshal.
Phone: 706-282-3269 - Address: Downtown Square, Toccoa, GA 30577 |
Christmas Open House - 12/5/2009 at 4 pm
Enjoy musical performances and gingerbread house creations, and then go for a winter hayride. Afterwards warm up by the fire and visit with Santa. $5 parking.
Phone: 706-265-1969 - Address: Amicalola Falls State Park, 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534 - Located 15 miles NW of Dawsonville on GA Hwy 52. Take Hwy 53 west to Hwy 183 N to Hwy 52 E |
Basket Making with Native Materials - 12/5/2009 at 10 am - 3 pm
Fall into the rhythm of weaving with basket maker Jan Stansell of Black Mountain Crafts. Leave with a near complete basket to keep or give away at the holidays. Register by November 27. $20 plus $5 parking. Phone: 706-878-3087 - Address: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545 - Directions: on GA Hwy 75 Alt, 3 miles W of Helen. |
Deck the Halls of Unicoi - 12/5/09 at 3-5 pm
This celebration includes making holiday crafts, hayrides (weather permitting), visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a special meal in the park's restaurant, and an evening of live music in the beautifully decorated lodge. $5 parking. Handicap Accessible event. Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 305 - Address: Unicoi State Park, 1788 GA Highway 356, Helen, GA 30545 |
16TH Annual Christmas Sale - 12/5/09 at 9 am - 5 pm
Phone: 706-677-1528 - Address: Turpin Pottery, 2500 HWY 441, Homer, GA 30547 |
A Christmas Producation - 12/5 at 8 pm & 12/6/09 at 2 pm
The Sautee Players present a children’s theatre production in the Center Theatre.
Phone: 706-878-3300 - Address: Sautee Nacoochee Center, 283 Hwy 255 North, Sautee, GA |
Old-Fashioned Christmas - 12/5, 12/12, 12/19 & 12/26/09 at 5-9 pm
Festivities start with the Lighting of the Square and a hometown parade bringing Santa to town. Plenty of other festive holiday events continue almost daily throughout December until after New Year’s with caroling, entertainment, wine sampling, live theater Christmas events, and much more. Call for fees. Phone: 706-864-3711 - Address: 13 South Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533 |
Christmas Open House - 12/6/2009 at 9 am - 4 pm
Enjoy historic Dahlonega's Old Fashion Christmas event and holiday decorations. Free museum admission, cider and cookies. Handicapped Accessible. Free fun event!
Phone: 706-864-2257 - Address: Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site, 1 Public Square. Dahlonega, GA 30533 - Located on Public Square in Dahlonega, 5 miles west of GA Hwy 400 |
Community Chorale - 12/11/09 at 8 pm
The Community Chorale, a chorus of 40+ vocalists, performs at 8pm (Sunday at 2pm) in the Center Theatre. Tickets are $13 for members, $18 non-members, and $6 for children ages 6-17.
Phone: 706-878-3300 - Address: Sautee Nacoochee Center, 283 Hwy 255 North, Sautee, GA |
Christmas in Cumming Arts and Crafts Festival - 12/11 4-10 pm & 12/12/09 10 am - 5 pm
Join in the caroling and numerous other Christmas activities enjoyed by over 6,000 people each year. View the over 100 booths displaying various arts and crafts, take a hay ride, enjoy the light show, and be sure to get a free photo with Santa. $1 admission
Address: 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming, GA 30040 |
A Fort Yargo Christmas - 12/12/2009 at 3-6 pm
Join us at old fort for Christmas carols, refreshments, fort tours and a visit from Santa. $5 parking
Phone: 770-867-3489 - Address: Fort Yargo State Park, 210 S. Broad Street, Winder, GA 30680- Directions: Located 1 mile south of Winder on Ga. Hwy. 81. |
Christmas Tree Lighting - 12/12/2009 at 4:30 pm
Join us for a tree lighting, caroling, hayrides, Santa Claus visit, bonfires, hot chocolate and cider. For the "Give A Gift Toy Drive" sponsored by the Union Co Sheriff's Dept, bring an unwrapped gift for kids of 0-12 years of age. No toy guns, knifes or dangerous items.
Phone: 706-745-2628 -Address: Vogel State Park, 7485 Vogel State Park Road, Blairsville, GA 30512 - Directions: Located 11 miles south of Blairsville via U.S. Hwy. 19/129. |
Nature Photography Workshop - 12/12/09
Get the shot you want with guidance from Nature Photographer Joel Blacher. A working knowledge of your camera is required. Register by December 4th. $55 plus $5 parking.
Phone: 706-878-3087 - Address: Smithgall Woods, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545 |
Christmas for Travelers - 12/13/2009 at 1 pm - 5 pm
Visitors will enjoy live music and be entertained with period dances by the 1860s Civilian Society. Craft demonstrators will show their skills in knitting, crocheting, spinning and more -- all in an 1800s decorative setting created by the Friends of Traveler’s Rest. Free, but donations appreciated. Handicapped Accessible. Phone: 706-886-2256 - Travelers Rest Historic Site, 4339 Riverdale Road, Toccoa, GA 30577 - Located just off U.S. Hwy. 123 six miles east of Toccoa. |
Folk Pottery Demonstration - 12/19/2009 at 10 am - 2 pm
Folk potters demonstrate on the third Saturday of the month from 10 am until 2pm. Potters may have wares for sale during their demonstrations. Come and enjoy this wonderous creative process. Admission: Free with admission to the museum. Adults $4, seniors and children $2. Phone: 706 878-3300 - Address: Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia, 283 Highway 255 N, Sautee, GA 30571. Directions: GA Highway 255 N, 4 miles south of Alpine Helen |
Holi-Day Camp - 12/21-12/23/2009 at 10 am - 3 pm
Dip candles, make crafts, sip hot cider, and burn off lots of holiday energy at this action-packed day camp for kids ages 7-9. $20/day or $50 for all three.
Phone: 706-878-3087 - Address: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545 - Directions: on GA Hwy 75 Alt, 3 miles W of Helen. |
Happy New Year Celebration! - 12/31/09 at 10 am - 5 pm
Happy New Year! Come celebrate with us as we make hand-made party favors, noisemakers, masks, and many crafts. We'll even have our very own "neighborhood" parade. Got Magic? Jeff McClure will perform magic tricks for all ages. $8 admission. Phone: 770-536-1900
Address: The Featherbone Communiversity, 999 Chestnut St, Gainesville, GA |
| January |
Polar Bear Swim - 1/1/10 at 2 pm
Come support the Athletes at the Lanier Canoe & Kaysk Club. You can jump by your self, with a friend or with your family. Don't miss our special jumpers in costume. Prizes for Best Costume and Best Jump. Registration fees apply to jumpers, but specatators are free! All jumpers receive an official 2010 Polar Bear Swim T-Shirt, hot chili or soup, dessert and drink. Hot showers are available in the boathouse. Please call for fees.
Phone: 770-287-7888 - Address: 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506 |
Exhibit: Elegance and Strength: Couture Designs by Yukinari Yao - 1/6 - 1/8 at 1-4 pm, 1/10 at 2-5 pm, 1/12 - 1/15 at 1-4 pm & 1/17/10 at 1-4 pm
This exhibit features unique fashion by Yukinari Yao. Yao is known for his ability to craft distinctive and versatile evening, daywear and exotic kimono designs. Free fun event!
Address: Brenau Univ., John S. Burd Performing Arts Center, 429 Academy Stt, Gainesville, GA |
| February |
Exhibit: Melissa Harshman - 2/2 - 2/5, 2/7, 2/9 - 2/12, 2/14, 2/16 - 2/19, 2/21, 2/23 - 2/26 & 2/28/09 - Call for times
Melissa Harshman’s work uses eclectic sources such as old cookbooks, dictionaries, memo books and other forms of printed ephemera to suggest and inspire new ideas. Harshman's work explores the different ways to combine a variety of recognizable images to create altered meaning and narration. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: Brenau University,
Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Boulevard, Gainesville, GA 30034 |
The History and Techniques of Printmaking - 2/2 - 2/5, 2/7, 2/9 - 2/12, 2/14, 2/16 - 2/19, 2/21, 2/23 - 2/26 & 2/28/09 - Call for times
Over 50 prints by internationally significant printmakers will be featured. Works by John Martin, Hans Holbein the Younger, Albrecht Dürer, Ando (Utagawa) Hiroshige, Käthe Schmidt Kollwitz, and many others will be featured. Gallery hours are subject to change. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: Brenau University, Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Boulevard, Gainesville, GA 30034 |
Exhibit: Collected Impressions - 2/2 - 2/5, 2/7, 2/9 - 2/12, 2/14, 2/16 - 2/19, 2/21, 2/23 - 2/26 & 2/28/09 - Call for times
Collected Impressions features prints from modern and contemporary women artists. Outdoor sculpture, paintings and a variety of media are scattered across campus in classroom buildings, offices and public places. These prints are from the Brenau University Permanent Art Collection, which includes more than 1,000 original art pieces. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Location: Brenau University Galleries, Downtown Gainesville, GA 30501 - Located adjacent to the historic Pearce Auditorium |
Exhibit: Melissa Harshman - 2/2 - 2/5, 2/7, 2/9 - 2/12, 2/14, 2/16 - 2/19, 2/21, 2/23 - 2/26 & 2/28/09 - Call for times
Melissa Harshman’s work uses eclectic sources such as old cookbooks, dictionaries, memo books and other forms of printed ephemera to suggest and inspire new ideas. Harshman's work explores the different ways to combine a variety of recognizable images to create altered meaning and narration. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: Brenau University,
Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Boulevard, Gainesville, GA 30034 |
Winter Pottery Fest - 2/13 - 2/15/10 at 10 am - 5 pm
Exhibits & video show how men and women settled these mountain valleys, shaping earth and water into vessels and implements necessary for survival. During the next century, families passed these skills to younger generations who have created face jugs, decorated ware and animal figures now valued and collected as distinctive folk art. Several folk potters will demonstrate how these traditional methods are used today. Following GA Hwy 255 north from the Museum, turn north on GA Hwy 197 toward Lake Burton to find more demonstrating artists at Hickory Flat Pottery, Cottage Garden Furniture & Burton Gallery and Emporium. In addition to viewing folk pottery, learn more about contemporary potters trained in studios where they encounter new techniques & perspectives for creating pottery.
Address: 283 Highway 255 N, Sautee, GA 30571 |
Artist Talk: Melissa Harshman - 2/17/10 at 6 pm
Melissa Harshman will discuss her inspiration for new projects when she uses eclectic sources from old cookbooks, memo books and more. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263
Address: Brenau University, Thurmond McRae Lecture Hall, 625 Academy Street, Gainesville, GA |
| March |
Faculty Dance Concert - 3/18 - 3/20/10 at 7:30 pm
Experience breathtaking, physically challenging and passionate dance performances featuring faculty, students and guest dancers. $6 admission. Address: Brenau University, John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts, 429 Academy St., Gainesville, GA 30034 |
The History and Techniques of Printmaking - 3/9 - 3/12, 3/14, 3/16 - 3/17 & 3/21/10 -=
Over 50 prints by internationally significant printmakers will be featured. Works by John Martin, Hans Holbein the Younger, Albrecht Dürer, Ando (Utagawa) Hiroshige, Käthe Schmidt Kollwitz, and many others will be featured. Gallery hours are subject to change. Call for times. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: Brenau University, Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Boulevard, Gainesville, GA 30034 |
Exhibit: Collected Impressions - 3/9 - 3/12, 3/14, 3/16 - 3/17 & 3/21/10 - Call for times
Collected Impressions features prints from modern and contemporary women artists. Outdoor sculpture, paintings and a variety of media are scattered across campus in classroom buildings, offices and public places. These prints are from the Brenau University Permanent Art Collection, which includes more than 1,000 original art pieces. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Location: Brenau University Galleries, Downtown Gainesville, GA 30501 - Located adjacent to the historic Pearce Auditorium |
Magical Easter Eggstravaganza - 3/27/10 at 9 am - 5 pm
Food Vendors - Prizes - Arts & Crafts - Games - DJ & Music - Costume Characters - Fun Stage - Easter Bunny. Community events include: Free Egg Hunt for children 10 and under, Breakfast with Easter Bunny, Free Parade through Cleveland. Free fun event! Address: BabyLand General Hospital, 300 NOK Dr., Cleveland, GA 30528 |
| April |
Senior Thesis Dance Concert - 4/9 - 4/10 at 7:30 pm and 4/11/10 at 2 pm
Ingenious choreography from a fresh perspective. Brenau University dance majors present their
capstone projects in a dance concert that is sure to captivate audiences. $6 admission.
Address: Brenau University, John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts, 429 Academy Street,
Gainesville, GA 30034 |
The 2010 Brenau Collaborative: Senior Projects and Portfolios Exhibit, and The Undergraduate Juried Exhibition - 4/13 - 4/16 at 10 am - 4 pm, 4/18 at 2-5 pm & 4/20 - 4/23/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
Brenau University art and design seniors exhibit their final projects and portfolios. Undergraduate students display juried exhibition artworks. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263
Address: Brenau University, Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Boulevard, Gainesville, GA 30034 |
Opening reception for Brenau Collaborative - 4/17/10 at 5:30 - 8 PM
Diverse exhibits created by Brenau University Art and Design Students, featuring Senior Projects and Portfolios Exhibits and The Undergraduate Juried Exhibition. Refreshments served. Free fun event! Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: Brenau University, Simmons Visual Arts Center, 200 Boulevard, Gainesville, GA 30034 |
The Brenau Student Fashion Show - 4/17/10 at 5:30 pm
After countless hours of choosing the perfect fabrics, pattern making and adjusting measurements; Brenau University fashion design seniors present their collections. Followed by The Collaborative reception, 5:30-7:30 p.m. in all gallery spaces. Free fun event!
Address: Northeast Georgia History Center, 322 Academy Street, Gainesville, GA 30501 |
Brenau University Dance Program Composition I Showcase - 4/20 - 4/21/10 at 1 pm
Electrifying student choreography that stimulates and expands the possibility of dance. Tickets are free but seating is limited. Phone: 770-534-6249 - Address: Brenau University, Bailey Building (Little Theater), Centennial Circle, Gainesville, GA |
A Taste of Toccoa - 4/22/10 at 5-8 pm
Enjoy food and entertainment at this annual popular outdoor event held each year in the Historic Main Street Toccoa during the month of April. Call for more info and fees.
Phone: 706-282-3269 - Location: Doyle Street, Toccoa, GA 30577 |
| May |
Mountain Flower Art Festival - 5/15 & 5/16 10 at 9 am
Fine artists and crafters display their original handcrafed art, ranging from watercolors, painters, potters, silversmiths, photographers to weavers. There will also be various performing artists playing during the weekend on the square. A Garden Expo at Hancock Park presented by the Master Gardeners of Lumpkin County which includes a Plant Sale, demonstrations, Wildflower Walk and a Wildflower Display. Call for more info and fees.
Phone: 706-864-3711 - Address: Hancock Park, Dahlonega, GA 30533 |
Spring Arts & Crafts Festival - 5/30 & 5/31/10 at 10 am - 5 pm
Juried artists and craftsmen exhibit on the Square surrounding Union County's Old Courthouse. Live performances by dancers and musicians throughout the event. Food is offered by local organizations. Free fun event! Phone: Town Square, Blairsville, GA 30512 |
| June |
Helen-Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race - 6/3 - 6/5/10
The hot air balloon race will begin (weather permitting) with a mass ascension of 30 bright and colorful hot air balloons, in North Georgia's Alpine Village - Helen. Race competitors and local flyers will take to the sky at 7 am on 6/4/10. If the weather conditions are too windy or storms are forecast, the take off will be postponed until conditions are acceptable. While the competition to the Atlantic continues, other balloonist compete in local events beginning Thursday evening around 6 pm. Local flying events will take place also on Friday and Saturday. The balloons will fly around 7:30 am & 6pm each day (weather permitting). Balloons will only fly for around 1-2 hours. There will be many opportunities available to the public; assisting with the inflations, being a part of a chase crew, taking a tethered ride in a balloon or a champagne flight over the mountains. Call for more info and fees. Phone: 706-878-2271 - Location: Downtown Helen, GA 30545 |
Georgia Wine Country Festival - 6/5 - 6/6/10 at 11 am - 5 pm
Taste GA wines from Boutier Winery, The Georgia Winery, Three Sisters, Chestatee, Walasiyi and more! Tickets at the gate. $20 for winelovers-includes keepsake wineglass. $10 for designated drivers. Kids 12 and under FREE. Live Musical Guests, Folk Art and more. Food available to purchase inside the festival. Handmade chocolates from Dahlonega's Fudge Factory. Silent and Live Auction. Phone: 706-865-9463 - Address: 439 Vineyard Way, Dahlonega, GA 30533 |
| July |
4th of July Fireworks and Steam Engine Parade - 7/3 & 7/4/10 at 10 am
Come spend an evening with entertainment of a live band and an outragous fireworks display at the Cumming Fairgrounds on July 3rd. The Band begins at 7:30 followed by the fireworks show at 9:30, and ending the night with a dance contest at 10. Make sure you come back on the 4th and join us for the Thomas-Mashburn Steam Engine Parade beginning at the intersection of Tribble Gap and ending at the Fairgrounds. Come see the antique steam engines, and floats for hours of patriotic fun. Parade begins at 10 am. Phone: 770-781-3491 - Address: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Rd, Cumming, GA 30040 |
July 4th Celebration - 7/4/10 at 4-9 pm
Free concert in the Fussen Biergarten. They will serve Bar-B-Que with slaw & beans, hot dogs and desserts. Food and beverage available for a fee. Followed by fireworks at dusk.
Phone: 800-858-8027 - Address: Helen Festhalle, 1074 Edelweiss, Helen, GA 30545 |
| August |
Dillard Bluegrass & Barbeque Festival - 8/6/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
BBQ Cook-off to determine KCBS GA State Champion. 14th annual event features live Bluegrass music, $10 entrance fee for ages 12+ - free parking and shuttle service, the aroma of BBQ and loads of good food for every palate. Various craft, art vendors. Food sale profits benefit local food charities. Shuttle busses from parking areas to site are free. Address: 892 Franklin Street, City Hall Grounds, Dillard, GA 30537 |
| September |
Fall Fest - 9/18/10 at 10 am - 4 pm
Free Activities - Carnival Games - Face Painting - Prizes - Costume Characters - DJ & Music - Fun Stage. Drawing for hand-stitched Cabbage Patch Kid. Free fun event! Address: BabyLand General Hospital, 300 NOK Dr., Cleveland, GA 30528 |
| October |
Currahee Military Reunion Weekend - 10/1 at 10 am - 5 pm, 10/2 at 7 am - 8 pm and 10/3/10 at 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Come meet some of the paratroopers who trained at Camp Toccoa. Visit the Currahee Military Museum, walk through the actual stable, which housed the soldiers in Aldbourne, England. Participate in the Currahee Challenge Run up Currahee Mountain. Enjoy many other activities,
displays, & re-enactments. Watch a special Veterans Parade.Call for fees, directions and more info. Phone: 706-886-2132 - Location: Doyle St, Toccoa, GA 30577 |
| November |
Appalachian Christmas - 11/20/10 at 9 am - 5 pm
Santa - Face Painting - Arts & Crafts - Costume Characters - Prizes - DJ & Music - Fun Stage - Lighting of Tree at dusk. Drawing for hand-stitched Cabbage Patch Kid. Portion of proceeds to Shriners Hospital for Children. Free fun event! Phone: 706-865-2171 - Address: BabyLand General Hospital, 300 NOK Dr., Cleveland, GA 30528 |
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