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Events Activities Attractions Fairs & Festivals Accommodations

March 2008

Fitzgerald Fire Engine Museum and Blue & Gray Museum

Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum

Scott Antique Markets

Southeastern Railway Museum

P Theatre P Music P Dance P Experience Tales from the Altamaha in Lyons For two weeks in the Spring of 2008 you can be transported back to a time when Southern traditions were just being forged.

With a cast of over 100 volunteers, Tales from the Altamaha will transform real life stories based on the writings of Col. T. Ross Sharpe into an unforgettable theater experience you won’t want to miss. This Georgia folk-life play is sure to be a crowd pleaser with its blend of comedy, music, and drama.

The project of The Lyons Better Hometown/Arts Council, the play was adapted for the stage by playwright Laurie Upchurch. Tales from the Altamaha, with its stories of regional settlers, is steeped in the Southern traditions

unique to rural South Georgia.

Make your plans now to experience the lives, loves, losses, scandals, and plain o’ gossip that comprise the 2008 production of Jus’ Folks.

The play will be held at The Blue Marquee Theater on U.S. 1 in Lyons. Performance dates will be April 24, 25, 26, and 29 and May 1, 2, 3. Show times will be at 7 p.m. with a second show on Saturdays at 2 p.m. Tickets will be $18 each for general admission with group rates available.

For more information call 912-526-6445 or visit www.talesfromthealtamaha.com or e-mail bhtlyons@cybersouth.com.

PUNCHLINE COMEDY THEATRE

Thru Apr. 23 – Pirates of the Chattahoochee 2:

Mar. 1-2 Gina Yashere

Mar. 13-16 Dov Davidoff

Mar. 4-6 Keith Alberstadt

Mar. 20-22 Al Madrigal

Mar. 7-8 Kevin Pollak

Mar. 28-30 John Pinette

Atlanta • 770-335-8484 • www.punchline.com

AGATHA’S The Sequel Dead Man’s Tooth

Atlanta • 404-875-4321 • www.agathas.com

Swamp Gravy

RIVERCENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

March 6-29 (weekends): Reunion April 17-19, 25-26: May Haw Cotton Hall • Colquitt 229-758-5450 • www.swampgravy.com

Columbus • 888-332-5200 • www.rivercenter.org

Mar. 14-16, 20-23, 27-30 – Daughters Brunswick • 912-554-2034 • www.theislandplayers.com

Mar. 4-5 – Ring of Fire Mar. 7 – Jerry Seinfield Mar. 8 – Third Day Mar. 11 – Anne Murray Mar. 13 – Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Mar. 18 – Vega Quartet Mar. 29 – Columbus Symphony Orchestra Mar. 30 – Cleveland Orchestra

Tales From The Altamaha

“Jus’ Folks” An Award-Winning Georgia Folk-Life Play

April 24, 25, 26, 29 and May 1-3

ISLAND PLAYERS THE FOX THEATRE

Mar. 1-2 Mar. 7 Mar. 8 Mar. 10 Atlanta Mar. 21 404-881-2100 Mar. 23 www.foxtheatre.org Mar. 25-30

Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre Blue Collar Comedy Bill Cosby Royal Scott Dragoon Guards Chris Rock Czech Opera Prague Avenue

“Why do you look for the living among the dead?

He is not here; he has risen!”

Luke 24:5b

Blue Marquee Theater Lyons, Georgia • 912-526-6445 www.talesfromthealtamaha.com

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Volume 47 Monthly

Number 6 March 2008

CONTENTS Theatre, Music, & Dance . . . . . . . .2 Antiques, Art, and Museums . . .4-5 Georgia Events & Activities . . . .6-8 Garden & Home . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11 Garden & Nature Programs . . . .9-11 March Events . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-19 Metro Atlanta Calendar . . . . .20-21 S.E. RV Supershow . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23

5 5TH ANNUAL CHRIST CHURCH

TOUR OF HOMES & GARDENS

ST. SIMONS ISLAND * SEA ISLAND SAT.,

MARCH 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Advance Tickets $40 • Tour Day $45

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useums, antique shows, and art galleries are popular tourist destinations for visitors to Georgia. Shown on the cover, from top left and clockwise, are the Fitzgerald Fire Engine Museum and the Blue & Gray Museum in Fitzgerald, the Port Columbus Naval Civil War National Museum in Columbus, Scott Antique Markets in Atlanta, and the Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth. See pages 4 and 5 for more information.

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To obtain tickets by mail send orders to: Ticket Chairman,

P.O. Box 20292, St. Simons Island, GA 31522 Make checks payable to: Episcopal Church Women Add $1.50 for postage and handling

(Tickets will be mailed in early March)

912-638-2565 or 912-638-1984 Tickets can be purchased online at: www.christchurchtourofhomes.org

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801 Nebula Rd., Manchester, GA 31816 Phone 706-846-2620, Fax 706-846-2620 E-mail guidetogeorgia@alltel.net Patty Proctor . . . . . . . . .Publisher/Editor Debi Richardson . . . . . . . .Graphic Editor Hayley Yawn . . . . . .Publisher’s Assistant Dennis King . . . . . . . . . .Advertising Rep 706-846-9854, dennis@guidetogeorgia.com

The GUIDE TO GEORGIA, founded in 1960, is the premiere publication for information on activities and entertainment in Georgia. Nine issues are published each year, and the magazines are distributed in all 11 Georgia Welcome Centers, in local visitor bureaus, in hotels, and numerous other outlets as well as to subscribers. Subscription is $20 per year. Contents are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without permission.

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ANTIQUES, MUSEUMS, AND ART Fitzgerald and the Blue & Gray Museum Located in a historical railroad depot, the museum tells through a documentary and more than 1200 artifacts the remarkable story of Fitzgerald and its Civil War roots. The Hall of Honor represents Shacktown where early pioneers lived while an exciting documentary, Marching as One, celebrates the Yank-Reb harmony story. 229-426-5069. Visit the Fire Engine Museum; tour historic homes and buildings; and view a variety of architectural styles representing the settlers who came here from 38 states. Walk through Evergreen Cemetery where Yanks and Rebs rest side by side. Delight in home-cooked foods. 800-386-4642 or www.fitzgeraldga.org.

National Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus The museum’s largest annual living history program will be held March 29-30 when Riverblast! presents School of the Sailor. On-hand experiences will include a drill and firing of the Great Gun, an original 7" Brooke Rifle; row training on 6-oar cutters; landing party training on the cutters; cutlass & pike drill; making, arming, and installing torpedoes; navy signals; period muster and pay; and bivouac on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. Navy and Marine reenactors will be present.

Explore naval operations for the North and South through displays of uniforms, artillery, firearms, personal effects, flags, Civil War ship murals, and a paneled timeline exhibit of the war at sea. See the ironclad ram CSS Jackson, the blockade runner Virginia, the gunboat CSS Chattahoochee, replicas of the USS Hartford, USS Monitor, and CSS Albermarle, and a battle simulator theater. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

See coupon in ad on page 5. 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus. 706-327-9798. www.portcolumbus.org.

SAM Shortline Railroad Riding in air conditioned, 1949 vintage cars, you’ll enjoy a mix of romantic yesteryear with the excitement of today’s South. The SAM Shortline extends 42 miles past pecan groves and scenic country farms. Along the way, it stops in five towns filled with fun attractions, restaurants, and shopping (Cordele, Leslie, Americus, Plains, and Archery). You can step off the train at any of these depots, catching it back on the return trip.

Or better yet, spend the night in a charming hotel to resume your excursion the next day.

March excursions include the Archery Explorer on Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Americus Adventure, Mar. 7, 21, 28; River Runner, Mar. 1314; Peanut Express, Mar. 6; and S.W. Ga. Arrow, Mar. 20. Hot dogs, BBQ, ice cream, chips, popcorn, drinks, and souvenirs are available for purchase on the train, and picnic lunches are welcome. There are restrooms on the train and a gift shop in the Cordele depot.

For more information visit on the web www.samshortline.com or call 877-GA-RAILS.

SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM Georgia’s Official Transportation History Museum • Exhibit Hall & Gift Shop • Train Ride in Full-Size Cabooses • Birthday Parties • Open Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Jan., Feb., March) Present This Ad and Receive One Free Admission (with the purchase of an admission of equal or greater value)

3595 Peachtree Road • Duluth • www.srmduluth.org • 770-476-2013

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ANTIQUES, MUSEUMS, AND ART Scott Antique Market in Atlanta Scott Antique Market in Atlanta has over 2400 booths overflowing from two buildings. Find Victorian and primitive furniture, vintage hardware, rare art and prints, vintage clothing, nostalgic photographs, antique Christmas decorations, vintage musical instruments, glassware, pottery, porcelain, clocks, tools, campaign memorabilia, books, and more. Always held the second weekend of every month, the next shows will be March 7-9 and April 11-13. Hours are Fri. & Sat. 9-6 and Sun. 10-4. Admission is $3 for the weekend. The show has a variety of food and free parking. Located in the Atlanta Expo Center which straddles I-285 at Exit 55. Phone 740-569-4112 (office) or 404-361-2000 (show) or visit www.scottantiquemarket.com.

Macon Museum of Arts & Sciences Gullah/Geechee: An Enduring Culture, thru May 4, focuses on the history of the enslaved populations who created this African American culture from the 18th-20th centuries. Essential to the colonial rice plantations were the labor of Africans and their knowledge of rice cultivation. Living in isolated areas the Gullah (South Carolina) and Geechee (Georgia) people developed their own culture and language, a blend of West Africa and their survival adaptation in a new land. Stories and songs were used to teach children lessons; cooking adapted West African techniques to American foods; and words from Africa, the West Indies, and America all developed into a new culture, one that is threatened today.

The C. L. Morehead Collection of African Artifacts, thru May 4, includes masks, cooking and farming implements, clothing, baskets, and personal accessories that provide a glimpse of the world the Gullah/Geechee people left behind when taken to America.

The museum is open daily. Visit www.masmacon.com or call 478-477-3232.

Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth “Georgia’s Official Transportation History Museum” has over 80 pieces of retired railway rolling stock: trains from the 1920’s and 1950’s, vintage steam and diesel locomotives, passenger and private cars, WWII troop kitchen, railway post office car, wooden freight cars, maintenance of way equipment, busses, and trolleys. The museum is home to MARTA’s historic bus fleet which includes busses from many of the predecessor systems to MARTA. Train rides aboard restored cabooses are complimentary with admission. The railway museum is open Saturdays 10-5 in March and Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10-5 from April-December. With ad on page 4 one free museum admission with admission of equal or greater value. 3595 Peachtree Rd. 770-476-2013. www.srmduluth.org.

Caboose Days will be held April 5-6. The event, on Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 12-5, will offer temporary caboose tattoos, a caboose hunt, speakers, food, and a crafts corner for children.

Blue and Gray Museum Fitzgerald Fire Engine Museum and so much more. . . in the City where America reunited * Buy one get one free.

Maximum 5 free of equal or lesser value.

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20 miles from I-75, Exit 82

www.fitzgeraldga.org

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GEORGIA CALENDAR March 1 – ALBANY – Symphony Orchestra, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 4 p.m. 229-317-6799.

1 – CARTERSVILLE – Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Grand Theatre. 770-607-3686.

1 – DAHLONEGA – Mt. Music & Medicine Show, Holly Theater, 7:30 p.m. 706-864-3759.

1 – DALTON – Night with Lovell Sisters, 1st Presbyterian. 800-331-3258.

1 – LAGRANGE – Follow the Cross Walk, Explorations in Antiquity Ctr. 706-885-0363.

1 – OMAHA – Kite Rally, Florence Marina State Pk., 2-4 p.m. 229-838-4706.

1 – PINE MOUNTAIN – Archeology of Pine Mt. Region, Callaway Gardens. 800-callaway.

1 – PORT WENTWORTH – Collard Greens Festival, Promised Land Farm. 912-965-1999.

1 – YOUNG HARRIS – Philco Radio Players, Glenn Aud., 7 p.m. 706-379-5197.

1-2 – DUBLIN – Balloonfest, Southern Pines Recreation Complex. 478-272-5546.

1-2 – SAVANNAH – International Boat Show, Convention Center. 843-762-3997.

1-2 – THOMASVILLE – Antiques Show & Sale, fairgnds. 229-225-9354.

1-29 – LITHIA SPRINGS – New Manchester History Hikes, Sat., 1-3 p.m. 770-732-5871.

2 – ATHENS – St. Petersburg State Ballet: Romeo & Juliet. Fine Arts Theatre. 706-542-4400.

Colquitt, GA’S 25th Annual

National Mayhaw Festival FRIDAY, APRIL 18 On the Square Bake Sale & Barbecue – 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

“Clutch” performing – 6:30-10 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 19 Colquitt Freewill Baptist Church 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk – 8:30 a.m.

Main Street Parade – 10 a.m.

Spring Creek Park

ARTS • CRAFTS • COLLECTIBLES FOOD • CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Local Entertainment featuring country music singer Shane Owen Sponsored by Colquitt-Miller County Chamber of Commerce

229-758-2400 www.colquitt-georgia.com

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4 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Affabre Concinue Concert, Presbyterian Church. 912-638-2220.

6 – DUBLIN – Emerald City Dine & Bid, Dubose Porter Center, 6:30 p.m. 478-272-5546.

6-8 – VALDOSTA – Azalea International.

Folk Fair, Conference Center. 229-242-0974.

6-9 – CARTERSVILLE – S.E. Cowboy Gathering, Booth Western Art Museum. 770-387-1300.

7 – AUGUSTA – Morris Gala, Morris Museum. 706-724-2501.

7 – RINGGOLD – Sacred Sounds, Depot, 7:30 p.m. 706-935-3061.

7 – WARM SPRINGS – Sights & Sounds of the Great Depression, Little White House, 6-8 p.m. 706-655-5870.

7-8 – CONYERS – Festival of Lights, Olde Town. 770-602-2606.

7-9 – DAHLONEGA – Celtic Music Festival.

800-231-5543.

7-9 – DALTON – Nat’l Knife Collectors Assn.

Show, N.W. Ga. Trade Ctr. 800-331-3258.

7-9 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Arts Festival, Goodyear Cottage, Historic Dist. 912-635-3920.

7-9 – VALDOSTA – Ga. State Borderline Bluegrass Festival. 800-569-tour.

8 – ATHENS – Ring of Fire, Classic Center.

706-357-4444.

8 – BREMEN – Car Cruise, downtown, 5-8 p.m. 770-537-9157.

8 – BRUNSWICK – Georgia Guitar Quartet, Ritz Theatre, 8 p.m. 912-262-6934.

8 – CALHOUN – Van Lear’s Rock Concert, Harris Arts Center, 8 p.m. 706-625-2599.

8 – CARTERSVILLE – Artifact ID Day, Etowah Indian Mounds. 770-387-3747.

8 – DARIEN – Scottish Heritage Days, Ft. King Georgia. 912-437-4770.

8 – MACON – Missy Raines & The New Hip, Douglass Theatre. 478-742-2000.

8 – MACON – A Gullah/Geechee Gathering, Museum of Arts & Sciences. 478-477-3232.

8 – PINE MOUNTAIN – 75th Anniversary of the New Deal, FDR State Park. 706-663-4858.

8 – RINGGOLD – Ringgold Opry, Depot, 7 p.m. 706-935-3061.

8 – ROME – Redneck Rummage Sale, Braves Baseball Club. 706-378-5144.

8 – SAVANNAH – Tara Feis Irish Celebration, Emmett Park. 912-651-6417.

8 – VALDOSTA – World Culture Dance Competition, Conf. Ctr., 1-6 p.m. 229-506-1973.

8-9 – GAINESVILLE – Eastman Gun & Knife Show, Georgia Mountains Center. 770-534-8420.

8-9 – RICHMOND HILL – U.S. Signal Corps Program, Ft.McAllister Park. 912-727-2339.

9 – ALBANY – Albany Chorale, Lutheran Church, 3 p.m. 229-317-6854.

13 – ATHENS – Evening with Debbie Reynolds, Classic Center, 8 p.m. 706-357-4444.

13 – MADISON – Taste of Madison, Cultural Center. 706-342-4454.

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GEORGIA CALENDAR March 13 – THOMSON – Taste of Thomson, Art, Music, & Food of the Classic South, Depot, 6-9 p.m. 706-597-1000.

14 – AUGUSTA – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, Common & 8th St. Plaza, noon-9 p.m. 706821-1754.

14 – AUGUSTA – Marty Stuart & Fabulous Superlatives, Imperial Theatre, 7:30 p.m. 706722-8341.

14 – SAVANNAH – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. 877-savannah.

14-15 – AUGUSTA – Artists’ Market & Festival, Herbert Institute of Art. 706-722-5495.

14-15 – CALHOUN – Community Chorus, Ratner Theater, 8 p.m. 706-629-2599.

14-15 – MACON – Odyssey of Quilts, Vineville UMC. 478-956-5066.

14-15 – MOULTRIE – Sunbelt Expo BBQ Cook-Off, Spence Field. 229-985-1968.

14-15 – WATKINSVILLE – Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation Thrift Sale. 706-769-4565.

14-17 – PERRY – RV & Camper Rally, Georgia National Fairgrounds. 877-749-7122.

15 – AUGUSTA – Symphony Guild 50th Anniversary with Dave Werner. 706-826-4705.

15 – CARTERSVILLE – Hills of Iron, Red Top Mt. State Park. 770-975-4226.

15 – CEDARTOWN – Queen of Bingo, Civic Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. 770-748-4168.

15 – CLEVELAND – Magical Easter Eggstravaganza. 706-865-5356.

15 – FITZGERALD – Wild Chicken Festival, downtown. 229-426-5033.

15 – FORT GAINES – Kite Flying, Bagby State Park, 10 a.m. 229-768-2571.

15 – SHELLMAN – St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

912-832-2566.

15 – ST. SIMONS-SEA ISLAND – Tour of Homes. 912-638-2565.

15 – THOMASVILLE – Jr. Service League Bargain Bazaar, fairgnds, 8 a.m. 229-403-0745.

15 – THOMASVILLE – Camerata Ireland with Barry Douglas, Cultural Ctr., 8 p.m. 229-226-7404.

15-16 – DUBLIN – Super Weekend, St. Patrick’s Festival. 478-272-5546.

15-16 – MOULTRIE – 14th Annual Calico Arts & Crafts Show, Spence Field. 229-985-1968.

15-16 – VALDOSTA – Azalea Festival, Drexel Park. 229-247-8100.

15-30 – LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN – Shamrock City, Rock City, Sat. & Sun. 706-820-2531.

16-17 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Bera Bera, Sunset Jazz Festival, Visitors Bureau. 912-635-3636.

17 – CONYERS – St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Olde Town, 4:30-7 p.m. 770-602-2606.

17 – ELLIJAY – St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Entertainment, & Concert. 706-635-5605.

17 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Malarkey Celtic Concert, J. I. Club Hotel, 7:30 p.m. 912-635-2600.

18 – ATHENS – Movin’ Out – the Musical, Classic Center, 8 p.m. 706-357-4444.

20-Apr. 5 – SAVANNAH – Music Festival.

877-savannah.

22 – BOSTON – Spring Fling & Auction. 229498-6743.

22 – COLUMBUS – Columbus Ballet, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Springer Opera House. 706-256-3612.

22 – DUBLIN – Battle of the Bands, Theatre Dublin, 7 p.m. 478-272-5546.

25 – BRUNSWICK – Franc D’Ambrosio’s Hollywood Concert, Glynn Academy Auditorium, 8 p.m. 912-638-5616.

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GEORGIA CALENDAR 43rd Annual

Dublin March 2008 Great Family Fun Kite Flying • Bowling, Golf, & Tennis Tournaments • Pageants Senior Walk • Youth Rally Bridge & Canasta Benefit Pancake Supper • Balls S Flea Market Sat uper urd Library Sale ay BBQ Cookoff Balloon Fest Leprechaun Contest Emerald City Dine & Bid Irish Stew Nite with Music Battle of the Bands • Rifle Shoot 1M, 5K, and 10K Races • Parade Arts & Crafts Entertainment Balls Quilt Show Children’s Activities

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March 27-30 – SAVANNAH – 73rd Annual Tour of Homes and Gardens. 912-234-8054.

28-29 – BLAIRSVILLE – Blue Ridge Writers Conference, N. Ga. Tech. College. 706-632-2144.

28-Apr. 6 – MACON – Cherry Blossom Festival, downtown. 478-751-7429.

29 – EVANS – Augusta Symphony Orchestra, Hardin Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. 706-826-4705.

29 – FITZGERALD – Taste of the South Cooking Program, Jeff Davis Memorial Site, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 229-831-2335.

29 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Colonial Game Night, Ft. Frederica, 7 p.m. 912-638-3639.

29-30 – COLUMBUS – RiverBlast! At National Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus. 706-327-9798.

29-30 – CONYERS – 27th Cherry Blossom Festival, Ga. Int’l. Horse Park. 770-602-2606.

30 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Sunday Dinner Dance, J. I. Club Hotel, 6 p.m. 912-635-2600.

30 – ROME – Symphony Orchestra Family Concert, City Aud., 7:30 p.m. 706-291-7967.

30 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Taste of Glynn, King & Prince Resort, 6 p.m. 912-264-1348.

April 4-6 – SAVANNAH – Garden & Antiques Expo, Roundhouse Railroad Museum. 912-236-4795.

5-6 – DULUTH – Caboose Days, Southeastern Railway Museum. 770-476-2013.

11-12 – BAXLEY – Tree Festival, downtown.

912-367-7731.

12-13 – PERRY – Dogwood Festival, downtown. 478-987-1234.

12-13 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Art and Sol Spring Fine Arts and Crafts Festival, Neptune Park.

912-638-8770.

12-13 – WARM SPRINGS – Spring Fling/ Roosevelt Days, downtown. 800-FDR-1927.

18 – COLQUITT – Barbecue, Bake Sale, & Concert by Clutch, Square. 229-758-2400.

18-20 – HAMPTON – Southeastern TV SuperShow, Atlanta Motor Speedway Infield. 770447-3334.

19 – COLQUITT – 25th National Mayhaw Festival. 229-758-2400.

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St. Simons-Sea Island Tour of HomesWill Be March 15 The 55th annual tour of St. Simons-Sea Island homes and gardens will be held Saturday, March 15.

Visitors can view stylish interiors and diverse architectural elements of private homes on Sea Island and on St. Simons Island between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Also on the tour will be the Wesley Memorial Gardens and the Musgrove Plantation with its art collections and archaeological treasures.

Refreshments will be offered by ladies of the church at the parish house along with the opportunity to purchase the infamous Christ Church cookbook which is not only a wonderful collection of recipes but also a keepsake and memento.

New this year will be the silent auction of six original drawings of Christ Church by members of the church. These artists are renowned in their field and have offered their beautiful paintings as a new venue to raise funds.

Advance tour tickets are $40, and tickets purchased the day of the tour will be $45. To order advance tickets call 912-638-2565 or 912-638-1984; write P. O. Box 20292, St. Simons Island 31522; or visit www.christchurchtourofhomes.org. Add $1.50 for postage and handling of tickets which will be mailed in early March. Tickets will go on sale at several local shops and businesses in early March.

Savannah Garden & Antiques Expo Set for April 4-6 The 8th Annual Savannah Garden & Antique Exposition on April 4-6 will transform the historic Roundhouse Railroad Museum into a gardener’s paradise. Proceeds benefit the Historic Savannah Foundation and the Isaiah Davenport House Museum.

Friday evening will feature live music, hors d’oevres and sweets provided by the finest local restaurants and caterers, and a silent auction offering rare and unusual collectible plants, fine art, parties, trips, garden ornaments, and more.

The open-air market will be filled with high quality plants, antiques, garden ornaments, furniture, gardening tools and accessories, books, nature inspired jewelry, fine art, unique gift items, and more. The Garden Café will offer coffee, lunch, and wine.

There will be competitions for window boxes, floral arranging, full-sized exhibition gardens, and container gardens. The Expo will also have garden related children’s activities, demonstrations, lectures, walking tours of the areas east and west of Forsyth Park, and a Garden Wine Tasting on Saturday evening.

A Farmers Market will include fresh fruits, vegetables, flora, bulbs, organics, greens, fruits, cheese, eggs, locally-made jellies, and other types of agricultural products.

For tickets call 912-236-4795 or visit www.savannahgardenexpo.com.

Gardens & Nature Programs in Georgia

5 – Planning Your Summer Vegetable Garden, Atlanta Botanical Garden, 6:30 p.m.

6 – Proven Perennials – Tough Plants for 1 – Antique Roses & Companion Plants, the South, Atlanta Botanical Garden, 6:30 p.m.

Hills & Dales Estate, 10 a.m.

7-8 – Piccadilly Farm’s Hellebore Days, 1 – Middle Georgia Camellia Society, Athens, 706-769-6516.

Macon Mall. 478-825-2559.

8 – Start Your Summer Vegetable Seeds, 1 – Evening of Astronomy, FDR State Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden, 9:30 a.m.

Pine Mountain, 7:30 p.m. 706-663-4858.

8 – Plant Propagation, Callaway Grdns, 10 a.m.

1-2 – Athens Home & Garden Show, 8 – Private Gardens of Georgia Book Classic Center. 706-357-4444.

Signing & Reception, Hills & Dales Estate.

1-30 – Orchid Daze – Gargoyles & Grace, 14-15 – Standard Flower Show, Thomasville Atlanta Botanical Garden.

Garden Center. 229-226-5291.

1-31 – Camellia Days at Masse Lane 15 – Birding by Ear, State Botanical Gardens, Gardens.

8-11 a.m.

4 – Gardening for the Early Spring, Atlanta 15 – Attracting Wildlife to Your Yard, Botanical Garden, 6:30 p.m.

Stephens Pk., Crawfordville, 1 p.m., 706-456-2221.

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Camellias Abloom at Massee Lane Gardens Near Fort Valley Camellias are known as the “roses of winter” because they bloom throughout the coolest months of the year. Starting as early as October and continuing as late as March and sometimes even April, Camellia Days at Massee Lane Gardens feature thousands of stunning flowers in all shapes, sizes, and colors. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Massee Lane Gardens which is the headquarters of the American Camellia Society.

Easy walking tours wind through ten acres of formal camellia gardens with camellia trees flowering alongside the brick walks. A landscaped greenhouse with camellias and azaleas assures blooms even during the coldest weather. Two galleries showcase the world’s largest public display of exquisite porcelain art by Edward Marshall Boehm.

Admission is $5; seniors/$4; and ACS members and children under 12 free. AAA discounts and Reciprocal Public Garden memberships are honored. The gardens are open Tuesdays-Saturdays 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sundays 1-4:30 p.m. and are handicap-accessible with wheelchairs available in the gift shop. Massee Lane is 5.5 miles south of Fort Valley, which is the intersection of GA 96, US 341, and GA 49, and can be reached from I-75 exits 149 at Byron or 135 at Perry. For a schedule of events call 478-967-2358 or 877-422-6355, visit www.camellias-acs.org, or e-mail ask@camellias-asc.org.

Savannah to Have 73rd Annual Tour of Homes & Gardens The 73rd annual Savannah Tour of Homes and Gardens will be held March 27-30. Presented by the Episcopal Church Women of Christ Church and the Historic Savannah Foundation, the tour offers a rare opportunity to appreciate the beautiful architecture, interiors, and gardens of historic Savannah. Tour proceeds support the community outreach efforts of the church and preservation projects of the foundation.

Events will include lunches at Lady & Sons Restaurant and Mrs. Wilkes Boarding House, afternoon teas, trolley tours, and evening events. Seminars will focus on Savannah historic preservation and restoration, antiques, decorating, and Southern cooking.

In addition to the downtown Savannah homes, the tour will also showcase the homes and gardens of Ardsley Park, located approximately three miles from downtown Savannah; built in the 1900’s, it was the city’s first automobile suburb. Ardsley Park embraces grand homes, lush gardens, and huge, century-old oaks and magnolias.

A full listing of the walking tours of private homes and gardens, special events, and lectures is available at www.savannahtourofhomes.org. Ticket sales are expected to be brisk with limited availability to special events. For information, tickets, or brochures, write 18 Abercorn Street, Savannah 31401, phone 912- 234-8054, or visit the website.

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(Continued) 15 – Camellias Lecture, Hills & Dales Estates, 10 a.m., 706-882-3242.

15 – Savannah’s Silent Natives, Forsyth Park, 10 a.m. 912-897-5108.

15 – Spring Flower Basket, Callaway Gardens, 10 a.m.

15 – St. Simons-Sea Island Tour of Homes.

912-638-2565.

15-16 – Daffodil Show, Atlanta Bot. Grdn.

20 – Spring Solstice in the Native Garden, Hurt Park, 5-7 p.m. 404-413-5230. (Continued) 20 – Bamboo & Gourd Wind Chimes, State Botanical Garden, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

22 – Early Spring Wildflowers Hike, Callaway Gardens, 10 a.m.

22 – Old Timey Plant Sale, Birdsong Nature Center. 800-953-2473.

22 – Xeriscaping, State Bot. Grdn., 9-11 a.m.

22 – Spring Color Hike, Panola Mt. State Park, Stockbridge, 10 a.m. 770-389-7801.

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Left Bank Art Gallery and Mediterranean House Studio At. St. Simons Celebrate Tour of Homes The Left Bank Art Gallery on St. Simons Island will present during March The Magic of Springtime, a special exhibit coinciding with the St. Simons-Sea Island Tour of Homes. The exhibit will celebrate the gallery’s 40th anniversary, the beginning of spring, and the natural beauty of the Golden Isles. Featured will be paintings by Ann Conrad, Marianne Dunn, Dan Dunn, David Whitty, Joan Hilliard, Ken Wallin, Glenda Cason, Helen Carmichael, Ardissone, Kaprielian, LeBourdelles, Ann Rhodes, Premare, Jack Chilton, Sonia Grineva, Albert Fendig, Mimi Shaw, Jane Smithers, and Georges Flanet.

Stop by the Left Bank Art Gallery on tour day, March 15, and receive a complementary print of Christ CHRIST CHURCH by Mildred Nix Huie Church by Mildred Nix Huie.

The Left Bank Gallery at 3600 Frederica Road is one of the leading galleries for original art in the Southeast.

The Mediterranean House Studio, the home and studio of Left Bank founder and artist Mildred Nix Huie, is at 1819 Frederica Road.

A special Tour of Homes exhibit will highlight the beauty of St. Simons and Sea Island featuring the artwork of Huie. Refreshments MEDITERRANEAN HOUSE

by Joan Hilliard will be served on tour day.

For information on both galleries call 800-336-9469 or 912-638-3017 or visit www.landmarkscenes.com.

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(Continued) 22 – Spring Garden Festival, Bamboo Farm & Coastal Gardens, Savannah. 912-921-5460.

22-31 – Spring Celebration, Callaway Gardens, weekends.

26 – Flower Arranging: Fruit & Vegetable Design, State Botanical Garden.

27 – Beekeeping For Beginners, State Botanical Garden, 1-3 p.m.

27-30 – 73rd Savannah Tour of Homes & Gardens. 912-234-8054.

27-30 – Plant Fair & Sale, Callaway Gdns.

28 – Gardening School, Callaway Gardens.

29 – Free Form Trough Workshop. Practical Beekeeping. Orchid Care Clinic. Woodland Shade Gardening. Atlanta Botanical Garden.

29 – Native Medicinal Plants, Savannah Ogeechee Nature Ctr., 10 a.m. 912-897-5108.

29 – Snakes of Georgia, Panola Mt. State Park, Stockbridge, 10 a.m. 706-389-7801.

29 – Spring Wildflower Day, Providence Canyon St. Pk., Lumpkin, 1-3 p.m. 229-838-6202.

29-30 – Orchid Market, Atlanta Bot. Grdn.

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GSU Botanical Garden, Statesboro . . .912-871-1149 Hills & Dales Estate, LaGrange . . . . . .706-882-3242 Medicine Bow, Dahlonega . . . . . . . . . . .706-864-5928 Melon Bluff Nature Ctr., Midway . . . . . .888-246-8188 Oakland Island, Savannah . . . . . . . . . . .912-898-3980 Oxbow Meadows, Columbus . . . . . . . .706-687-4090 Phinizy Swamp Park, Augusta . . . . . . .706-828-2109 Smithgall Woods, Helen . . . . . . . . . . . . .706-878-3087 State Botanical Garden, Athens . . . . . .706-542-1244 Tybee Island Marine Center . . . . . . . . .912-786-5917 Wildlife Excursions of Coast . . . . . . . .912-897-5108

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Massee Lane, Fort Valley . . . . . . . . . . . .478-967-2358 Atlanta Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . . . .404-876-5859 Birdsong Nature Ctr., Thomasville . . . .800-953-bird Callaway Gardens, Pine Mt. . . . . . . . . .800-Callaway Chattahoochee Nat. Ctr., Roswell . . . .770-992-2055 Elachee Nature Center, Gainesville . . .770-535-1976 Golf Hall of Fame Garden, Augusta . . .888-874-4443

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Much to Do in 27th Annual Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival Fun will be in full bloom at the 27th Annual Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival at the Georgia International Horse Park on March 29-30 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The outdoor festival will feature 300 arts and crafts vendors from across the Southeast, an international food court, a variety of games and exhibitions for all ages, two stages of continuous cultural demonstrations and local entertainment, and a children’s area.

Festival highlights will include appearances by Atlanta radio personalities from 94.9 The Bull, AM 750 WSB, and 104.7 The Fish.

Complimentary arts and crafts will be available for children, and the return of “Man’s Land” with displays of boats, ATVs, etc. will provide entertainment for the men.

The cherry blossom is the Japanese symbol of friendship and is incorporated as the international festival theme celebrating cultures from around the globe.

Admission will be free with a $5 parking fee per vehicle. The Georgia International Horse Park is located just off I-20. For information call the Conyers Welcome Center at 770-602-2606 or 1-800-conyers or visit www.conyerscherryblossomfest.com.

Perry Dogwood Festival The 20th Annual Perry Dogwood Festival will be April 12-13 in downtown Perry. Festival hours will be Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sunday from Noon-5 p.m. Admission will be free.

This year's festival will feature arts & crafts, kid rides, a road race, a motorcycle show, the 2nd Annual Perry Idol, food, local entertainment, and much more. Events will kick off on Saturday morning with the Dogwood 5K road race at 8:30 a.m. and a pancake breakfast followed by the official opening ceremony. On Saturday evening, the finale of Perry Idol will be held. Enjoy vocals of area singers, feast on festival food, and hang out with the whole family. Sunday will begin with a Dessert Contest at 1 p.m. Sample all kinds of delicious desserts made by Perry Locals!

The Perry Dogwood Festival will have something for everyone, from a large variety of arts & crafts to festival foods galore. There will be activities from a rock wall to pony rides, from a Dessert Contest to Perry Idol.

The whole family can enjoy a day of food, fun, and entertainment in beautiful historic downAnd town, Perry, located off I-75, exit 136.

Experience For more information phone 478-9871234 or visit www.perrydogwoodfestival.com.

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March in Georgia Colquitt – Its Story in Murals Colquitt, Georgia’s Millennium Mural Project was started in 1999 with the completion of their first mural, “The Peace Wall,” at Miller County Middle School. Since then, 11 murals have been painted in Colquitt, each one depicting stories that honor and preserve the community’s history.

To create Colquitt’s 10th mural, “Summer in the Swamp,” students at the New Life Learning Center shared their memories of fishing, playing, and other experiences at Spring Creek Park.

The artist Cheryl Hardin listened to the stories and designed a concept for the mural. It was sketched on 13 panels, and the students worked with Hardin to paint the panels which were placed on their building to form the completed mural. The New Life Learning Center welcomes approximately 150 students a week who are actively involved in after-school art programs.

The Mural Project has gained Colquitt recognition throughout the state and the world. In 2006, the State Legislature declared Colquitt as Georgia’s First Mural City. Colquitt will also host the 2010 Global Mural, Arts and Cultural Tourisms Association Conference on October 26-29, 2010. For more information about Colquitt’s Millennium Mural Project, visit www.colquittmurals.com.

25th National Mayhaw Festival in Colquitt The 5th annual Mayhaw Festival Century Bike Ride in Colquitt on April 5 will begin at Miller County High School.

The Mayhaw Festival Classic Golf Tournament will be held on April 10 at Crooked Oak Golf Club. On Friday, April 18, there will be a barbecue and bake sale on the Square at 10 a.m. and a performance by Clutch at 6 p.m.

The 25th annual National Mayhaw Festival will be held in Colquitt on Saturday, April 19, at Spring Creek Recreation Park. There will be a 5K race and a 1 mile fun walk at 8:30 at Colquitt Freewill Baptist Church, and a Main Street parade at 10 a.m. Local entertainment will feature performances by country music singer Shane Owen at 11:30 a.m. & 3 p.m. Vendors will be selling arts, crafts, collectibles, food, and Mayhaw Jelly, “the best jelly in the world.” There will be attractions and displays for all ages, and a Mega Slide, Rockclimb, Funhouse, Spider Mountain, and pony rides for children.

The musical comedy, May-Haw, will be Fun For Everyone! presented Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at No Admission Fee! 2:30 & 7:30 p.m. in Cotton Hall, a renovated Saturday & Sunday warehouse transformed into a rustic, multistage theatrical setting.

While in Colquitt, experience Miller 10 A.M. TO 6 P.M. County hospitality and southern cuisine.

Featuring shopping, entertainment, & food.

Attractions include eleven “Millennium Murals,” the restored Tarrer Inn, the Museum Warm Springs, Georgia. of Southern Cultures, the Veterans Park An Old Fashioned Memorial, the “Tribute to the American Indulgence.

Indian” sculpture, the Crooked Oak Golf Club, www.warmspringsga.ws the Spring Creek RV Park, and many unique www.visitmeriwether.com shops. For information call 229-758-2400 or 1-800-FDR-1927 • 1-706-655-3322 visit www.colquitt-georgia.com.

Historic Warm Springs Village presents Spring Fling &

Roosevelt Days!

April 12 & 13

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Magical Easter Eggstravaganza in Cleveland The Magical Easter Eggstravaganza in Cleveland on Saturday, March 15, will be a family oriented event with arts, crafts, and food vendors, rides for children, a parade, an 18,000 Easter Egg Hunt, dancing, and more.

Breakfast at the Truett-McConnell College Cafeteria from 7:30-9:30 a.m. will feature a breakfast buffet, door prizes, photo ops with the Easter Bunny and Cabbage Patch Kids, dancing, music, and more.

Advance tickets are $7 and are recommended by calling 706-865-2134, x191.

The 18,000 Easter Egg Hunt will be for ages 10 and under at Truett-McConnell College at 10 a.m.

There will over 2,000 prize eggs donated by Babyland General Hospital and will be redeemable there following the parade.

The parade at noon will feature Shriners, horses, antique cars, floats, the Jr. ROTC, twirlers, and more.

Events at Babyland General Hospital from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. will include over 60 arts and crafts booths, food booths, pony rides, rock climbing wall, bungie jump, moonwalk, giant inflatable slide, music by JB Jams, dancing with the Cabbage Patch Kid Characters, and more.

The event is organized by the White County Chamber of Commerce. For information call 706865-5356 or visit www.whitecountychamber.org.

Art and Sol Festival at St. Simons Island The Glynn Art Association will present the Art and Sol Spring Fine Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13, under the huge Live Oaks in beautiful Neptune Park on St. Simons Island. This is the 15th year of this established show, and all who visit this beautiful island will enjoy the fine arts and crafts and the scenery of the Village Pier area of the island.

The show hours will be from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days.

There will be pottery, oil paintings, photography, wooden bowls, stained glass, rustic furniture, pastels, watercolors, and jewelry. Follow the signs to the festival, or call Glynn Art at 912-638-8770, or check the web site at www.glynnart.org for more information.

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April 12th & 13th March 29-30 10 AM – 5 PM

Arts, Crafts, Entertainment, Children’s Activities, Food THE GEORGIA INTERNATIONAL HORSE PARK

Conyers, GA

• Exit 82 off I-20

Free Admission with $5 Parking Fee – No Pets Please!

Downtown Perry, GA Kids Rides, Entertainment, Perry Idol, Dessert Contest, Motorcycle Show, Dogwood 5K Road Race, Food & So Much More!

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Calico Spring Show in Moultrie The Calico Spring Arts & Crafts Show and the Sunbelt Expo BBQ Cook-Off will be held March 14-16 at Spence Field in Moultrie.

The 14th Annual Calico Arts and Crafts Show on March 15-16 will host 200 creative artisans from around the Southeast. This year promises many new crafts as well as favorites from past shows.

Crafts will include woodworking, iron, clothing, ceramics, monogrammed wood jewelry, art, floral, and seasonal items. Among the one-of-a-kind items will be handcrafted iron home and garden décor; whimsical personalized items, architectural décor, and the seasonal decorations for outdoors.

The Expo BBQ Cook Off on March 14-15 is “Memphis Barbeque Network” sanctioned and will draw cooking teams from throughout the Southeast. Visitors can stroll through the cooking area and watch as teams compete for trophies, prize money, and recognition for serving up the tastiest BBQ. For master cooks not quite ready for the big time there will be a Backyard Competition. The BBQ events will start Friday with teams cooking through the night and a concert featuring “Just June” held from 8-11 p.m. The awards ceremony will be Saturday afternoon.

The Calico Food Court will offer food and entertainment by local clogging talent.

Admission will be $5 per person with children 12 and under free with a parent. Admission will get you into both events on Saturday only. No pets allowed. For information call 229-985-1968 or e-mail info@calicocrafts.com.

Spring F ling/Roosevelt Days in Warm Springs Spring Fling/Roosevelt Days will be April 12-13 in Warm Springs Village which is only 65 miles south of Atlanta and 40 miles north of Columbus. Spring Fling will feature entertainment, food, shopping, and horse & buggy rides. Admission will be free with festival hours from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians, Warm Springs, with natural warm water, has welcomed tourists for over a century. Today Warm Springs is home to President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Little White House and Museum and a downtown filled with unique shops, restaurants, and lodging.

Nearby is the U.S. Fish Hatchery with its ponds and aquariums.

On April 12 at 1:30 p.m. the Little White House will pay tribute to FDR on the 63rd anniversary of his death. The program will include a U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and the U.S. Army Infantry Center Band. Commissioner Michael L. Thurmond, Georgia Dept. of Labor, will be the keynote speaker. 2008 marks the 75th anniversary of the New Deal.

For more information phone 800-FDR-1927 or 706-655-3322 or visit www.warmspringsga.ws or www.visitmeriwether.com.

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Georgia’s Peach Blossom Trail You can find peach trees in bloom on any given day through the first of April somewhere along Georgia’s Peach Blossom Trail which runs along US 41-341, parallel to I-75, and offers north/south travelers in the center of the state an alternative to the traffic and congestion of the interstate.

Georgia’s Peach Blossom Trail was the first trail to be recognized by the State Legislature. For almost six weeks peach blossoms transform the rolling plains into a sea of pink and white.

The majority of blooms can be found in Peach (Fort Valley & Byron) and Crawford (Roberta) Counties. Blooms are viewable in limited areas in most of the counties along the trail, and a new orchard was recently planted in Henry County (Hampton & Stockbridge).

Generally the farther south you are, the earlier the blooming season. Also the varieties of fruit determine the blooming times.

Mother Nature has the final say as she dictates the minimum of chill hours (time that the temperature is below 40-45 degrees), abundant sun, and warming temperature before blooming begins.

All of the counties – Clayton, Henry, Lamar, Crawford, Monroe, Peach, and Houston – have unique offerings from the stately antebellum mansions in Clayton and the Atlanta Speedway in Henry to the Museum of Aviation in Houston and Massee Lane Gardens in Peach. All attractions along the trail can be found within a 2½ hour drive of the Atlanta area. For more information visit www.peachblossomtrail.com.

St. Patrick’s Festival in Dublin The Order of Shillelagh and the Order of Blarney Stone welcome you to the 43rd annual St. Patrick’s Festival of Dublin-Laurens County, Inc. March events will include kite flying, bowling and golf tournaments, pageants, balls, senior walk, youth rally, bridge and canasta benefit, pancake supper, concerts, flea market, library sale, and Leprechaun contest. There will be a BBQ Cookoff at the Elks Lodge on Mar. 1, a Balloon Fest at Southern Pines on Mar. 1-2, the Emerald City Dine & Bid at the DuBose Porter Center on Mar. 6, Irish Stew Nite with Music at the Episcopal Church on Mar. 14, the Battle of the Bands at MGC Dublin Center on Mar. 22, and a Grand Ball at Dublin Country Club on Mar. 29.

The Festival’s Super Weekend will be March 15-16 and will include 1M, 5K, and 10K races at 8 p.m., a parade at 11:30 a.m., arts and crafts, food, local entertainment, children’s activities, a rifle shoot, tennis tournament, and quilt show.

Special Saturday events will include a BBQ Chicken Dinner, an Irish corned beef and cabbage dinner, Irish music, art show, a Celtic Eucharist, a St. Patrick’s Ball & Bash, the Main Street Munchies (tasting event) from 4-8 p.m., and a Gospel Sing at Theatre Dublin at 7 p.m. On Sunday a bike ride will begin at 9 a.m.

For a schedule call 478-272-5546 or visit www.saintpatricksfestival.com.

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Baxley Tree Festival on April 11-12 The 18th annual Baxley Tree Fest will be held April 11-12 in Downtown Baxley. The fun will begin on Friday morning with Tree Fest t-shirt day and will continue on Friday night with food, arts and crafts, a kids’ fun zone, and a street dance featuring The Tony Howard Show.

Wristbands will be available in advance at the Baxley-Appling County Chamber of Commerce for $2 or can be purchased at the gate the night of the dance.

Saturday festivities will include something for everyone: a Boy Scout pancake breakfast, bed race, motorcycle show, car show, all day local entertainment, arts and crafts, food, a kids’ fun zone, antique tractor show, rock climbing wall, and more.

For additional information call 912-3677731 or visit www.baxley.org.

March 15, 2008 Cleveland, GA

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Breakfast & Egg Hunt at Truett-McConnell College

St. Patrick’s Day honors Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland who was a missionary in the 5th century AD and was credited with converting Ireland to Christianity. One popular tradition is wearing green clothing. The main symbol associated with the holiday is the shamrock, a small three-leafed clover or clover-like plant. According to legend, St. Patrick used the shamrock, because of its three leaves, to explain the Christian doctrine of the Trinity to the Irish people.

Parade at 12 Noon - Downtown Arts, Crafts & Children’s Activities

at Babyland General Hospital Hospital Tours • Food • Fun • Rides • Dancing • More 9 AM - 5 PM • FREE ADMISSION

706-865-5356

www.cabbagepatchkids.com www.whitecountychamber.org

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Photo Courtesy of the Georgia Deparment of Economic Development

St. Patrick’s Day at the Augusta Riverwalk Augusta will be rolling out the green carpet at the Augusta Common and Riverwalk during the annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Friday, March 14. Activities planned at the Eighth Street Plaza from noon-10 p.m. will feature arts and crafts, a variety of food, merchandise vendors, and live entertainment. Admission will be $3.

The children’s activities at the Augusta Common from noon-9 p.m. will feature the Leprechaun Wonderland with fun for the entire family including arts and crafts, food, St. Pat’s merchandise vendors, and more. Admission will be free.

The Augusta Riverwalk, with two levels of brick walking paths, shady places, and sunny picnic spots, is the perfect setting for special events, fairs, and concerts. On the upper level are historic markers and flags and a Heroes’ Overlook. Several museums are linked by the brick pathways. The lower level includes a children’s play area, a Japanese garden, a eplica paddle wheel, and the 1600 seat Jessye Norman Amphitheater.

From moonlit concerts at the Jessye Norman Amphitheater to strolls along the Savannah River to festivals at the Commons, enjoy Augusta from her “front porch,” the Riverwalk. For more information on the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and other Riverwalk events, call 706-821-1754 or visit www.augustaga.gov.

Vacation Homes for Rent at Lake Hartwell Mountain Lakes Vacation Rentals provides waterfront homes and cabins on Lake Hartwell which is less than a two hour drive from downtown Atlanta. Located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this 56,000 acre lake stretches 50 miles and has 962 miles of shoreline.

The area offers everything from water-skiing and jet skiing to floating on a noodle, from cruising in the lake to hiking, from sailing to watching wildlife, from fishing off the dock for bream to catching an 89 pound striped bass trophy, from glorious sunsets to a blazing campfire. There are restaurants, antique shops, art galleries, flea markets, and an outlet Mall. Attractions include the Hartwell Dam and Power Plant, Tallulah Gorge, Traveler’s Rest, Clem’s Shoal Creek Music Park, the Ty Cobb Museum, Toccoa Falls, car racing, gold-panning, and more.

Make plans early for spring vacations. For information on rental property ranging from large luxurious homes to simple fishing cabins phone 800-610-0020 or visit www.mtnlakes.com or www.TheLakeStore.com.

See Georgia’s Mountain Beauty Union County, located on the northeast border of Georgia, is known for its mountain beauty. Crossed by the Blue Ridge Mountains and with more than half of its acreage within the Chattahoochee National Forest, Union County is a haven of streams, lakes, wooded trails, and waterfalls.

Visitors can choose from rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, river rafting, horseback riding, trail-riding, fishing, and golfing. There are general stores, antique shops, art galleries, specialty shops, miniature golf, bowling, a movie theater, an ice cream PLAN NOW to attend the Blairsville Scottish parlor, restaurants, and a variety of overnight accom- Festival and Highland Games June 13-15 at modations. Union County is also home to Vogel State Meeks Park. For more information 877-7455789 or www.blairsvillescottishfestival.org.

Park and Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia.

For more information on Blairsville and Union County call 877-745-5789 or visit on the web wwwblairsvillechamber.com.

Left Bank Art Gallery Celebrates its 40th Anniversary with THE MAGIC OF SPRINGTIME

Mildred Huie Museum at Mediterranean House Refreshments Hospitality History Saturday,

March 15 10am-5pm Mediterranean House

Christ Church Frederica 11x14 replique Mildred Nix HUIE

Special Tour of Homes Exhibit highlights the beauty of St. Simons Island & Sea Island Stop by the Left Bank Art Gallery on tour day to receive a complementary print of Christ Church by Mildred Nix Huie

Saturday, March 15, 2008 • 10am-5pm 3600 Frederica Road • St. Simons Island, Ga. 800-336-9469 • 912-638-3017 www.leftbankartgallery.com

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Special Tour of Homes Exhibit highlights the beauty and landmarks of St. Simons & Sea Island featuring the artwork of the legendary artist Mildred Nix Huie featuring Cannon’s Point, Retreat, and Black Banks Plantations, and the Avenue of Oaks

1819 Frederica Road • St. Simons Island, Ga. 800-336-9469 • 912-638-3017 www.landmarkscenes.com

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Sandy Springs – A Unique Tourist Destination Sandy Springs is unique because it is only 15 miles north of Atlanta with its metropolitan amenities but yet a world apart with the many outdoor retreats and one-of-a-kind venues.

Several interesting events are planned for March and early April.

The Junior Olympics for boys and girls ages 8-13 will be held March 15 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Hammond Park. The skills tested will be in soccer, tennis, basketball, and track & field. The champions of each age/gender will proceed to the Regionals where they get the opportunity to compete in the National Junior Olympics. Imagym Kids Play and Fitness is the host of this event.

(404-843-3481.)

A 10K Road Race will be held March 1; it is a qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race. (866-511-7742.) The Spartan Shamrock Golf Tournament will be held March 17 at Indian Hills Country Club (770-551-2490).

A Chef’s Extravaganza at the Alpharetta Marriott on March 28 at 7:30 p.m. will offer a dine-around of small-plate menu selections from 15 local chefs. The evening will feature Master of Ceremonies Jocelyn Dorsey, WSBTV; live and silent auctions; and light jazz. It will benefit Senior Services North Fulton. 770-993-1906.

HELEN REDDY – an inspirational The Sandy Springs Society will hold its Tossed Out Treasures evening with the singer and Sale April 3-6 at the North River Shopping Center. 404-252-2787. author, at the Phoenix & Dragon Arts in Sandy Springs will feature many events during April and Bookstore, April 17, 7 p.m.

May. Included among the ARTSS Spring Events will be Helen Reddy, a Blue Grass Festival, an antiques appraisal fair, sidewalk celebrations, a garden tour, art exhibits, cycling competition, Taste of Sandy Springs, and a gala.

See the Drama section for performers at the comedy hot spot, The Punchline.

For information on Sandy Springs visit www.visitsandysprings.org or phone 770-206-1446.

St. We’re Patrick’s Day rolling out the GREEN carpet on the Augusta Common and Riverwalk

MARCH 14

THE AUGUSTA EIGHTH for St. Patrick’s Day 2008 STREET PLAZA COMMON 12 n.-9 p.m.

Admission: Free Bring the children to enjoy the Leprechaun Wonderland full of fun for the entire family, including arts and crafts, food, and St. Pat’s merchandise vendors.

Friday from 12 noon -10 p.m.

12 n.-10 p.m.

Admission: $3

Dance to the sounds of a variety of live entertainment and more. Enjoy food and plenty of beverage vendors, and St. Patrick’s merchandise vendors too.

For More Information Contact City of Augusta Special Events Office

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METRO ATLANTA CALENDAR March

9 – Georgia Bridal Show, Cobb Galleria. 770736-1979.

9-30 – Roswell Woman’s Club Showcase Home Tour. 770-715-2700.

13-16 – Spring Atlanta Home Show, Georgia World Congress Center. 770-998-9800.

14 – When Irish Eyes are Smiling, Roswell United Methodist Church, 8 p.m. 770-594-7974.

14-15 – FIRST Robotics Competition, Gwinnett Center, Duluth. 603-666-3906.

14-15 – Lil’ Angels Consignment Sale, Alpharetta 1st UMC. 770-475-5576.

14-16 – American Craft Show, Cobb Galleria Center. 770-955-8000.

14-17 – St. Patrick’s Day Festival, Underground Atlanta. 404-523-2311.

15 – St. Patrick’s Day Parade, downtown.

678-754-5834.

15 – Cobb Symphony Orchestra, Dozier Center, Kennesaw. 770-429-7016.

15 – Georgia Philharmonic Concert, Roswell Cultural Arts Ctr., 8 p.m. 770-664-7255.

15 – Winter Jam, Philips Arena, 6 p.m. 404878-3000.

16 – Atlanta Chopin Society Concert, Roswell Cultural Arts Ctr., 7 p.m. 770-641-1260.

16 – Cruise for the Cure Car Show, Ga. Int’l Convention Center, College Park. 770-997-3566.

20 – Callanwolde Concert Band, Callanwolde, 3 p.m. 404-872-5338.

21 – Osmond Brothers, Cobb Civic Center, Marietta, 8 p.m. 678-318-3576.

21 – Six Flags Over Georgia Opens on Sat. & Sun. 770-948-9290.

21-22 – N.E. Atlanta Ballet: Sleeping Beauty, Gwinnett Center, Duluth.770-623-4966.

21-22 – Atlanta Dance Theatre: Cappelia.

Roswell Cultural Arts Center. 404-438-3028.

22 – Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt, Callanwolde, 10 a.m. 404-872-5338.

22 – A-Town Day Festival, Turner Field. 404434-6631.

23 – Easter Sunrise Service, Stone Mountain Park. 770-498-5690.

23-25 – Spring Pottery Sale, GSU Welch School of Art. 404-413-5231.

28 – Chef’s Extravaganza, Alpharetta Marriott, 7:30 p.m. 770-993-1906.

28 – Tango Night with Tango Rio, Callanwolde, 8 p.m. 404-872-5338.

28-30 – Cinderella, Cobb Civic Center. 678318-3576.

28-30 – Great Southern Boat Show, North Atlanta Trade Center, Norcross. 770-279-9899.

29 – Classic Car Show, Main Street, Acworth, 4-10 p.m. 770-917-1234.

29 – Christian College & Career Expo, Georgia World Congress Center. 770-256-6798.

29 – Barry Manilow, Philips Arena, 8 p.m.

404-878-3000.

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1 – Rumors, Atlanta Civic Center. 404-6587159.

1 – Linda Eder, Cobb Civic Center, 8 p.m.

678-318-3576.

1 – Steve Harvey, Philips Arena, 8 p.m.

404-878-3000.

1-2 – Atlanta Women’s Expo, Gwinnett Center, Duluth. 770-365-4181.

2 – Traditional Irish, Atlanta History Center, 12-5 p.m. 404-814-4116.

4-9 – Jesus Christ Superstar, Cobb Energy Center. 770-989-5035.

6-7 – Nothin’ But the Blues Dinner and Show, Atlanta History Ctr., 6 p.m. 404-814-4150.

5-27 – Thursdays Nights at High Museum of Art, 5-8 p.m. 404-733-high.

7-9 – Scott Antique Markets, Atlanta Expo Center. 740-569-4112 or 404-361-2000.

7-28 – Martinis & IMAX, Fridays, 5:3010 p.m. 404-929-6300.

8-9 – Gwinnett Ballet: Alice in Wonderland, Gwinnett Performing Arts Center. 770-978-0188.

8-9 – Georgia Ballet: La Sylphide. Cobb Civic Center. 770-528-0881.

8-16 – Great American Cover-Up Quilt Show, Bulloch Hall, Roswell. 770-992-1731.

8-16 – Atlanta Passion Play, Atlanta Civic Center. 404-523-6275.

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METRO ATLANTA CALENDAR Southeastern RV SuperShow in Hampton The Southeastern RV SuperShow will be held April 18-20 at the Atlanta Motor Speedway Infield in Hampton. Experience the thrill of the infield while shopping hundreds of RVs from the sporty to the sublime.

Featured will be motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, popup campers, van campers, and toy haulers. Inside the NASCAR garages will be RV seminars and booths with information on financing,insurance, campgrounds, and accessories.

Activities will include an outdoor movie screen on Pit Row, a Richard Petty Driving Experience in a NASCAR race car on the AMS track, a live band concert, and a worship service on Sunday morning at

10 a.m. Camping on the grounds will be available the entire weekend. Prizes will include an exciting weekend at the Atlanta Motor Speedway and $100 gasoline gift cards from Kroger.

Show hours will be Friday from 11-7, Saturday from 10-7, and Sunday from 11-5.

Admission will be $10/adults, over 55/$9; and children 8-18/ $5. A Family Fun Day Pass will be $20 for 2 adults and 3 children. A Weekend Pass will be adults/$15 and children 8-18/$8.

For more information call 770-447-3334 or visit on the web at www.garvshows.com or e-mail info@gaRVshows.com.

March

April

29 – Alpharetta Children’s Festival, Community Center. 678-297-6165.

29-30 – Junior League of Atlanta Tour of Kitchens. 770-286-7487.

29-30 – Georgia Ballet: Spectrum. Cobb Civic Center. 770-528-0881.

30 – Manhattan Piano Trio, Roswell United Methodist Church. 770-594-0512.

3-6 – Sandy Springs Society Tossed Out Treasures Sale, North River Shopping Center.

404-252-2787.

11-13 – Scott Antique Markets, Atlanta Expo Center. 740-569-4112 or 404-361-2000.

18-20 – Southeastern RV SuperShow, Atlanta Motor Speedway Infield. 770-447-3334.

Glynn Art Association presents

Lake Hartwell

Art and Sol

Spring Fine Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday

April 12 & Sunday

April 13 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Neptune Park, Pier Village

ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GEORGIA 912-638-8770 www.glynnart.org

Mountain Lakes Vacation Center offers over 75 rental cabins for

Family Vacations & Romantic Weekends

800-610-0020

www.TheLakeStore.com

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Sports Schedules VOLLEYBALL

GOLF

Mar. 21-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Big South National Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, 813-387-8115

Mar. 1-2, 8-9, 14 . . . . . . . . . . Golf Tournaments Dublin, 478-272-5546 Mar. 22-24 . . . . . . . Jekyll Island Collegiate Golf Invitational, 912-635-3636

BASKETBALL Mar. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Harlem Globetrotters, Philips Arena Atlanta, 404-878-3000 Mar. 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Harlem Globetrotters, Gwinnett Center Duluth, 770-813-7500 Mar. 13-15 . . . . . . .SEC Championship Basketball, Georgia Dome Atlanta, 404-223-9200

Home Schedules ATLANTA HAWKS Mar. 4 . . . . . . .GOLDEN STATE Mar. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MIAMI Mar. 12 . . . . . . . . .HOUSTON Mar. 14 . . . . . . . .LA CLIPPERS Mar. 22 . . . . . . . . .ORLANDO Mar. 26 . . . . . . . .MILWAUKEE Mar. 28 . . . . . . . . . .CHICAGO Mar. 30 . . . . . . . . .NEW YORK Apr. 2 . . . . . . . . . . .TORONTO Apr. 4 . . . . . . .PHILADELPHIA 404-249-6400 www.nba.com/hawks

HOCKEY Home Schedules AUGUSTA LYNX Mar. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . .TEXAS Mar. 9 . . . . . . . . .GWINNETT Mar. 11 . . . . . . . .GWINNETT Mar. 12 . . . . . . .CHARLOTTE Mar. 21 . . . . . . .PENSACOLA Mar. 22 . . . . . . . .GWINNETT Mar. 28 . . . . . . . .COLUMBIA Mar. 29 . . . . . . . .MISSISSIPPI Apr. 1 . . .SOUTH CAROLINA 706-724-4423 www.augustalynx.com

COLUMBUS COTTONMOUTHS Mar. 1 . . . . . . . . .KNOXVILLE Mar. 11 . . . . .JACKSONVILLE Mar. 21 . . . . . . .HUNTSVILLE 706-571-0086 www.cottonmouths.com

ATLANTA THRASHERS Mar. 5 . . . . . . . .HURRICANES Mar. 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wild Mar. 11 . . . . . . .AVALANCHE Mar. 13 . . . . . . . . . . . .FLAMES Mar. 19 . . . . . . .HURRICANES Mar. 21 . . . . . . . . . .CAPITALS Apr. 1 . . . . . . . . . . .PANTHERS 1-866-715-1500 www.atlantathrashers.com

GEORGIA BULLDOGS Mar. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . .OLE MISS 888-852-1231 www.georgiadogs.com

GEORGIA TECH YELLOWJACKETS

GWINNETT GLADIATORS

Mar. 1 . . . . . . .WAKE FOREST

Mar. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . .TEXAS Mar. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . .TEXAS Mar. 8 . . . . . . . . . .AUGUSTA Mar. 14 . .SOUTH CAROLINA Mar. 20 . . . . . . . . . .FLORIDA Apr. 1 . . . . . . . .CHARLOTTE 770-497-5100 gwinnettgladiators.com

888-TECH-TIX, 404-894-5447

ramblinwreck.cstv.com

ATLANTA VISION Mar. 8 .Pro Hoops/Community Mar. 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . .RAVIA 770-482-7994

atlvision.com

REGENCY SUITES HOTEL 975 West Peachtree Street at 10th Street ATLANTA, GEORGIA

Elegant

Luxurious Newly-renovated all-suite hotel serves an expanded continental breakfast as well as a complimentary dinner (Mon.-Thurs.). Each suites has a kitchenette.

Located 2 blocks from I-75/85, next to the Midtown MARTA rapid rail station.

404-876-5003 / 800-612-3629 www.regencysuites.com

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Sports Schedules MISCELLANEOUS

BIKING

Mar. 1. . . . . . . . . Open Tree Climbing, Stockbridge, 770-389-7801 Mar. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sampras/Martin Tennis Match Columbus Civic Center, 7:30 p.m., 706-653-4472 Mar. 14-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Gymnastics Challenge UGA, Athens, 317-891-8260 Mar. 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Olympics, Hammond Park Sandy Springs, 404-843-3481 Mar. 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilderness Survivor FDR State Park, Pine Mountain, 706-663-4858

Mar. 15 . . . . . . . . . . . .Screven 23M, 48M, 62M, 100M 912-427-2028 Mar. 15 . . . . . . . . . . .Concord 8M to 100M 770-567-3303 Mar. 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dublin Century Bike Ride 478-272-5546

EQUESTRIAN SHOWS

RACING

Mar. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riding Through History FDR St. Pk., Pine Mt., 10 a.m., 706-628-7463 Mar. 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Horse Lovers’ Field Day Gillsville, 706-677-0072

ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY

GEORGIA INT’L HORSE PARK Conyers, 888-860-4224, www.conyersga.com Mar. 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fox GHJA Early Spring Mar. 8-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S.E. Hunter/Jumper Series Mar. 14-15 . . . . . . . . . .Rescue League Poker Ride Mar. 14-15 . . . . . .Newton Co. Open Horse Show Mar. 15-16 . . . . . . . . .3 Horseman Dressage Show Mar. 15-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Interscholastic Finals Mar. 15-16 . . . . . . . . . . .Fox Spring Classics I & II

FISHING Mar. 22 . . . . Crappie Tournament, Bagby St. Pk. Ft. Gaines, 229-768-2571 Mar. 8,22,29 . . . . Fly Fishing Clinics, Panola Mt. St. Pk., Stockbridge, 770-389-7801 Mar. 29 . . . Flies & Fly Water, Smithgall Woods, Helen, 9:30 a.m., 706-878-3087

HIKES & RUNS

Hampton, 770-946-4211, atlantamotorspeedway.com Mar. 7-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NASCAR Weekend Mar. 14-16 . . . . . . . . . . .Great American Auction

ROAD ATLANTA Braselton, 800-849-RACE, www.roadatlanta.com Mar. 14-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NASA Mar. 22-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SCAA Nationals Atlanta Dragway . . . . . . .Commerce, 770-682-3782 www.atlantadragway.com Douglas Motor Sports Park . . . . . . . .Nicholls 912-384-4555 Oglethorpe Speedway Park . .Pooler, 912-964-8200 www.ospracing.net Silver Dollar Raceway . . . .Reynolds, 478-847-4414 www.silverdollarraceway.com

5th Annual

BLAIRSVILLE SCOTTISH FESTIVAL & HIGHLAND GAMES June 13, 14, 15, 2008 MEEKS PARK

Mar. 1-2 . . . . .Backpacking Clinic/Appalachian Friday, June 13 Trail Info, Amicalola Falls State Park, Ceilidh Reception at Dawsonville, 706-265-1969 North Georgia Technical College Mar. 8-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .North Springs Relay • Kilted Golf Classic Sandy Springs, 866-511-7742 Saturday & Sunday, June 14 & 15 Mar. 20-21 . . . . . . . . . .Suspension Bridge Hike Tallulah Gorge State Park, Tallulah Falls Clan tents • Highland Games competition 7-9 p.m., 706-754-7981 • Pipe bands • Scottish music •Highland Mar. 1 . . . . . . . . .Athens, 5K/1M, 706-769-6593 dancing • Border Collie sheep herding Mar. 1 . . . . .Sandy Springs, 10K, 866-511-7742 • Vendors—Scottish food & merchandise Mar. 1 . . . . . . . . .Warrenton, 5K, 706-465-9604 Mar. 1 . . . . . . . . . . .Winder, 13M, 770-867-3489 Mar. 2 . . .Alpharetta, 26M, 13M, 678-297-2811 Mar. 2 . . . . . . . .Atlanta, 10K, 5K, 404-522-7630 Mar. 15 . . . . . . .Dublin, 5K, 10K, 478-272-5546 For additional information contact Mar. 19 . . . . .Conyers, 15K, 30K, 770-602-2606 Blairsville-Union Chamber of Commerce Mar. 22 . . .Atlanta, 5K (women), 404-231-9064 1-877-745-5789 Mar. 30 . . . .Decatur, 26M, 13M, 404-370-4100 www.blairsvillescottishfestival.org (See www.atlantatrackclub.org for more races) March 2008 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA 23

April 17 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

“Cool vs. Cruel: From Fur to Faux” Exhibit 7 p.m.

Helen Reddy – an inspirational evening with the singer & author

April 18

Helen Reddy

7 p.m.

Bluegrass Festival with Carrie Hassler and Hard Rain, and Greenbriar Carrie Hassler and Hard Rain © CHHR – Image Gallery

April 26 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Antique Appraisal Fair 12-5 p.m.

Sidewalk Celebrations

April 27 12-5 p.m.

Sidewalk Celebrations

May 3 & 4 All Day

Beginning April 17, a month-long celebration of art in the city featuring art, music, drama, poetry, gardens, bicycling, dining and dancing.

For more events, call or visit the web.

Sandy Springs Society Garden Tour

May 4 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

USA Crits SE – Sandy Springs Cycling Competition 12-6 p.m.

Taste of Sandy Springs

May 10 7 p.m.

Revelation Gala

866-511-7742 • www.visitsandysprings.org