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July
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Walk "Fore" Your Health
- 7/1, 7/8, 7/15,
7/22, & 7/29/2008
Walk 18 holes at Georgia Veterans Memorial Golf Course on any Tuesday in June,
July and August for $10.00. Tee time is required. $3 parking.
Phone: 877-736-8897 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA -
Directions: 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near Cordele on U.S. Hwy.
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July 4th Activities
- 7/4/2008 at 1-4 pm
Experience patriotic fun by joining a ranger on a hike through the park and by
making your very own red, white and blue necklace later in the day. $1 plus $3
parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Pride of Pike 4th of July Celebration
- 7/4/2008 at 5 pm -
10 pm
A night of fun and fireworks starting at 5:00 pm. There will be plenty of food
and drink vendors. Many free activities for children. Located at the Pike County
Recreation Complex. Come and join the fun! Parking fee: $5
Phone: 770-567-2029 - Location: 416 Thomaston
Street, Zebulon, GA |
July 4th Weekend Celebration
- 7/4 & 7/5/2008 at 10 am - 10 pm
Fireworks on the Flint at 9:30 p.m. highlight a weekend of activities including
wagon rides, astronomy and nature activities. Old-fashioned games and a
watermelon seed-spitting contest will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. $1 plus $3
parking.
Phone: 229-276-2371 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA -
Directions: 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near
Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280. |
Fourth of July Celebration
- 7/4 - 7/6/2008 at 10 am - 4
pm
This celebration includes a weekend of fun for the whole family, crafts and a
watermelon-eating contest. $1 - $3 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-4706 - Location: Florence
Marina State Park, Route 1, Omaha, GA
Directions: Located 16 miles west of Lumpkin at the end of Ga.
Hwy. 39C |
Back to the '50s Dance
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7/5/2008 at 7 pm - 10 pm
Go back in time to poodle skirts, bobby socks and hoola hoops - the wonderful
1950s. Meet at the park office amphitheater for a '50s costume contest, limbo
and trivia. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-663-4858 - Location: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 Ga. Highway 190,
Pine Mountain, GA - Directions: Located just off I-185 near Callaway Gardens, west of Warm Springs
on Ga. Route 190, or south of Pine Mountain off U.S. Hwy. 27. |
Letters to Eleanor
- 7/5/2008
at 11 am - 3 pm
During this interactive New Deal program, Eleanor Roosevelt and her secretary
will respond to requests for relief during the Great Depression. Twenty-minute
programs begin at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. $4-$7 plus $4
parking.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site,
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy. 85 Alt.-U.S. Hwy.
27 Alt. |
Geology Day
- 7/19/2008
Join Professor Rich McWilliams of Thomas University from Thomasville, Georgia as
he conducts a hike through the canyons so visitors will see one of the geologic
wonders of the southeastern United States. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Georgia Junior Golf Tour
- Georgia Veterans Memorial Golf Course - 7/19-7/20/2008 8 am-5 pm
The sixth in a series of eight golf tournaments for boys and girls, ages 6 to
18, based on 18 to 36 holes of play. Registration required and can be done
online. Parents can serve as caddies. Qualifying Event for Champion's Cup Golf
Tournament to be held at Wallace Adams Golf Course at Little Ocmulgee State Park
on October 11-12, 2008. $75 - $125.
Phone: 1-866-317-7789 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA -
Directions: 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near
Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280. |
Junior Rangers
- 7/21 - 7/24/2008 at 10 am - 3 pm
This day camp is designed especially for children ages 10 through 14. Campers
will participate in fun activities during the week including a pontoon boat ride
and a hike through Providence Canyon. $10.00 per child $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Junior Rangers II
- 7/21 - 7/24/2008 at 10 am - 3 pm
Children will experience nature first-hand in this summer day camp for 10 to 14
year olds. Cost $10 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-4706 - Location: Florence
Marina State Park, Route 1, Omaha, GA
Directions: Located 16 miles west of Lumpkin at the end of Ga.
Hwy. 39C |
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August
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Astronomy Night
- 8/2/2008 at 9-11 pm
View the night sky at scenic Georgia's Little Grand Canyon. The Coca-Cola Space
Science Center will conduct this fascinating program. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Walk "Fore" Your Health
- 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, & 8/26/2008
Walk 18 holes at Georgia Veterans Memorial Golf Course on any Tuesday in June,
July and August for $10.00. Tee time is required. $3 parking.
Phone: 877-736-8897 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA
Directions: Located 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near
Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280. |
Georgia Veterans Memorial Triathlon and Duathlon
- 8/16/2008 at 7 am - 10 am
Racers get a choice of participating in a triathlon, a half-mile swim in Lake
Blackshear, a 13.6-mile bike race, a 3.1-mile run, or a duathlon, which drops
the half-mile swim. Registration fee. $3 parkin
Phone: 229-276-2371 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA -
Directions: 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near
Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280. |
New Deal for the Arts
- 8/16/2008 at 10 am - 4 pm
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the New Deal, the Bi-City Woodturners of
Columbus will make bowls and other items on lathes, similar to that which was
made during the Great Depression as part of the Federal Arts Project. $4-$7.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's
Little White House Historic Site, 401 Little White House Rd, Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy.
85 Alt.-U.S. Hwy. 27 Alt. |
Tree Identification Hike
- 8/16/2008 at 1-3 pm
Learn why trees are very important to our planet and fragile ecosystem. $1 plus
$3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Labor Day Weekend on the Lake
- 8/30- 8/31 at 10 am - 4 pm
& 9/1/2008 at 10 am - 2 pm
This holiday weekend features reptile programs, boat rides, fun and games. $3
plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-4706 - Location: Florence
Marina State Park, Route 1, Omaha, GA
Directions: Located 16 miles west of Lumpkin at the end of Ga.
Hwy. 39C |
A Dip Into the Past
- 8/30 -
9/1/2008 at 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Swim in the historic pools originally built by Franklin D. Roosevelt as a place
for therapy. Normally kept empty for preservation, the pools will be filled with
naturally warm spring water. Four 2-hour swim sessions beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Ages 6 and older. Reservations suggested but not required. $15 adults; $10 ages
6 to 17.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site,
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy. 85 Alt.-U.S. Hwy.
27 Alt. |
Callaway Gardens Family
Fitness Series Triathlon
- 8/31/2008 at 7 am - 12 pm (noon)
Come participate or just watch one of the top 10 triathlons in the nation as
judged by the U.S. Triathlon Federation. Participants compete in a 1k swim, 30k
bike and 8k run in the most beautiful triathlon setting in the country. For
additional information, contact Dave Johnson Enterprises at (770) 565-5208
Admission: Advanced registration required. Call for info.
Phone: 770-565-5208 or 800-225-5292
Location: Callaway Gardens, Intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354, Pine Mountain, GA
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September
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A Dip Into the Past
- 9/1/2008 at 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Swim in the historic pools originally built by Franklin D. Roosevelt as a place
for therapy. Normally kept empty for preservation, the pools will be filled with
naturally warm spring water. Four 2-hour swim sessions beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Ages 6 and older. Reservations suggested but not required. $15 adults; $10 ages
6 to 17.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site,
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy. 85 Alt.-U. S.
Hwy 27 Alt |
Labor Day Weekend on the Lake
- 9/1/2008 at 10 am
- 2 pm
This holiday weekend features reptile programs, boat rides, fun and games. $3
plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-4706 - Location: Florence
Marina State Park, Route 1, Omaha, GA
Directions: Located 16 miles west of Lumpkin at the end of Ga.
Hwy. 39C |
Labor Day Activities
- 9/1/2008 at 1-4 pm
Come to the park for a fact-filled hike followed by activities for all ages,
including a water balloon toss. $1 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Remembering World War II --
Operation Market Garden - 9/13/2008 at 10 am - 4 pm
In September 1944, thousands of paratroopers descended from the sky to secure to
bridges in Holland so that the Allied army could advance into Germany. Kelly's
Zeroes' living history program will feature displays and lectures regarding the
63rd anniversary of Operation Market Garden, the largest airborne operation in
history. $4-$7.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site,
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy. 85 Alt.-U.S. Hwy.
27 Alt. |
Adventure Race
- 9/13/2008 at
8 am - 3 pm
If competition is something you enjoy, The Adventure Race is right up your
alley. Seven miles of competitive canoeing, paddling, biking, hiking & running
will determine the winner of true endurance. Free admission and parking
West Point Depot Day
at 10 am - 4 pm - 7pm
Join locals & visitors from surrounding counties as you enjoy live
entertainment, food, games & activities for children & even the young at heart.
Phone: 706-643-9449 - Location: West Point Baseball Field , 500 3rd Ave,
West Point, GA |
School Day Fair
- 9/17/2008 at 9 am - 2 pm
School groups and home schoolers can go to educational stations on history,
nature, wildlife resources and black powder demonstrations. Register in advance.
$1 plus.
Phone: 229-276-2371 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA
Directions: Located 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near
Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280. |
An Evening of Astronomy
- 9/22/2008 at 8-10
Constellations and planets have been an important part of human society and
folklore since humans lived in caves. Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science
Center at the amphitheater for an evening that will include star talks, star
maps, and viewing of the night sky. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-663-4858 - Location: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 Ga. Highway 190,
Pine Mountain, GA - Directions: Located just off I-185 near Callaway Gardens, west of Warm Springs
on Ga. Route 190, or south of Pine Mountain off U.S. Hwy. 27. |
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October
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Fall Wildflower Day
- 10/11/2008 at 1-3 pm
Join a ranger for a guided hike and admire the many different colors of the
asters, blazing star and tall goldenrod. $1 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Artifact Identification and Primitive Skills Day
- 10/18/2008 at 10 am - 4 pm
Archaeologists will identify spear points, arrowheads, pottery and other Native
american artifacts brought in by visitors, while programs on primitive and
pioneer skills are offered. $1 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-276-2371 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA
Directions: Located 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near
Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280. |
Special Postmark: 75th
Anniversary of the New Deal
- 10/18/2008 at 10 am - 7 pm
As stamp collector and president, FDR designed or influenced every stamp issued
during his presidency. The Postal Service will hand-cancel souvenir cachets that
commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal. Collectors and the Southeast
Federation of Stamp Clubs will provide a hands-on "youth area" where children
can learn the art of stamp collecting. $4-$7.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site,
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy. 85 Alt.-U.S. Hwy.
27 Alt. |
Astronomy Night
- 10/25/2008 at 7:30-10:30 pm
View the night sky at scenic Georgia's Little Grand Canyon. The Coca-Cola Space
Science Center will conduct this fascinating program. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Octoberfest -
10/25/2008 at 6-9 pm
Celebrate Halloween with a haunted hayride and boat ride, games for kids and a
costume contest. $1 - $3 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-4706 - Location: Florence
Marina State Park, Route 1, Omaha, GA
Directions: Located 16 miles west of Lumpkin at the end of Ga.
Hwy. 39C |
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November
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Annual Fala Day Tribute -
11/1/2008 at 12 pm - 4 pm
Join the Greater Atlanta Scottish Terrier Association for an opening parade,
costume parade, grooming exhibits and bagpipe music. All Scotty dogs welcome on
a six-foot leash. Free admission to the program held in the picnic area. $4-$7.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site,
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy. 85 Alt.-U.S. Hwy.
27 Alt. |
Tribute to Veterans
- 11/8/2008 at 10 am - 4 pm
This Veterans Day celebration includes World War II living history, a model
airplane fly-in, model boat show and 1 p.m. ceremony with guest speaker,
bagpipes and drums, and color guard. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-276-2371 - Location: Georgia
Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA
Directions: 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near
Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280. |
Geology Day
- 11/8/2008
Join Professor Rich McWilliams of Thomas University from Thomasville, Georgia as
he conducts a hike through the canyons so visitors will see one of the geologic
wonders of the southeastern United States. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence
Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
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Candlelight Tour Festival in
Warm Springs Village - 11/21 - 11/22/2208 at 10 am - 10 pm
The Village is transformed into a glowing wonderland of lights. Shop by
candlelight and hear the carolers and musicians entertain you as a horse and
carriage takes you on scenic tours around our beautiful city. Enjoy the
hospitality of the many restaurants and warm greetings from the many merchants
as you stroll the picturesque stores to find that unique gift for a special
someone. Free admission and parking
Phone: 800-337-1927 - Location: Historic Warm Springs Village, 1 Broad St, Warm
Springs, GA
Directions: From Columbus, take Hwy 85 North - 40 miles. |
A Warm Springs Thanksgiving -
11/22/2008 at 10 am - 2 pm
Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt re-enactors will greet our guests and people who
enjoyed Thanksgiving Dinner with FDR will be our guest as they recall those
meaningful years. Descendants of band members who played for President Roosevelt
will continue the Thanksgiving and family tradition of folk music on the lawn of
the Little White House. $4-$7.
Phone: 706-655-5870 - Location: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site,
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, GA
Directions: Located 1/4 mile south of Warm Springs on Ga. Hwy. 85 Alt.-U.S. Hwy.
27 Alt. |
An Evening of Astronomy
- 11/22/2008 at 6-8 pm
Constellations and planets have been an important part of human society and
folklore since humans lived in caves. Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science
Center at the amphitheater for an evening that will include star talks, star
maps, and viewing of the night sky. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-663-4858 - Location: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 Ga. Highway 190,
Pine Mountain, GA - Directions: Located just off I-185 near Callaway Gardens, west of Warm Springs
on Ga. Route 190, or south of Pine Mountain off U.S. Hwy. 27. |
LaGrange-Troup County Annual
Christmas Parade
- 11/27/2008 at 9-10 pm
The LaGrange annual Christmas parade will stir the Christmas spirit in your
heart and warm your soul. The Women's Division asks that you come join us on the
square in beautiful historic downtown LaGrange for an old-fashioned Christmas
parade. The evening will include over 100 floats, Christmas carolers, local
school marching bands, performances by dance teams, clowns, appearances by Miss
Troup County & Miss Hydrangea. To conclude the parade the anticipated arrival of
Santa Clause on the fire truck will awe children young and old. Free admission
and parking -
Phone: 706-884-8671 - Location: LaFayette Square, LaGrange, GA |
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December
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Follow The Shephard Walk
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12/4/2008 at 6-9 pm
Let the Explorations In Antiquity Center take you on a walk that you will never
forget. The walk takes place in a truly unique museum of daily life in biblical
times. Experience exactly what it would have been like for you to follow the
Shephard in ancient history. This special event only happens once a year. Call
ahead to make dinner reservations to partake in a 1st Century banquet featuring
15 food items. Admission: TBA
Phone: 706-885-0363 - Location: Explorations In Antiquity Center, 130 Gordon
Commercial Drive, LaGrange, GA |
Christmas Workshop - 12/6/2008
at 10 am - 4 pm
Learn how to make your very own Christmas ornaments out of items from
nature, pine combs, magnolia seedpods, seashells. sweet gum balls and even persimmon
seeds. Pre Registration is a requirement. $1.00 per person $3 parking.
Phone:
229-838-6202 - Location:
Providence Canyon State Park, Route 1, Box 158, Lumpkin, GA
Directions:
Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C. |
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