Guide to Georgia Summer 2011 by cyberguy1976

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Events Attractions Fairs & Festivals

Summer 2011

Kingsland, Georgia Home of the Famous Catfish Festival

Hospitality Highway Century Ride

July 10

The ride starts at Exit 7 of Georgia Route 400 and winds through Sandy Springs and four other cities including other scenic areas of North Fulton. There are 9-mile, 22-mile, 60-mile, and 100-mile options. • The ride is open to anyone 14 years of age or older • $40 registration before July 3 • $45 after July 3, including day of registration • Registration 5:15 a.m. • Race begins 6 a.m.

For information on registration, visit www.400century.com For lodging and other events in and around Sandy Springs: www.visitsandysprings.org / 866-511-7742

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Volume 51 Summer

Number 2 June/July/August 2011

CONTENTS Labor Day Events . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 Metro Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9 Sporting Events . . . . . . . . . . . .10-13 Entertainment Venues . . . . . .14-15 Summer Events in Georgia . . .16-25 July 4th Events . . . . . . . . . . . .26-28 Theatre & Music . . . . . . . . . . .29-30

ON THE COVER ingsland, set in the scenic coastal section of Georgia, is the home of the famous Catfish Festival which is held on Labor Day weekend every year. See article on page 4. The cover painting entitled “Flood Tide,” is by Georgia artist Glenda Cason who has been living on the coast and painting for over 20 years. Her still lifes and panoramas depict the ocean, beaches, and marshland as well as floral scenes from across the Southeast, but she specializes in the natural beauty of Georgia’s salt marsh landscapes. Her paintings are all created on linen, which has a fiber content she prefers to use. Her work can be found in a number of prestigious corporate and private collections in the United States and Great Britain. Cason’s paintings can be seen online at www.glendacasongallery.com; she can be contacted at 912-634-5982. Her paintings are also at the Left Bank Gallery on St. Simons Island; visit www.leftbankartgallery.com or phone 800-336-9469.

GUIDE

GEORGIA

801 Nebula Rd., Manchester, GA 31816 Phone 706-846-2620, Fax 706-846-2620 E-mail guidetogeorgia@windstream.net Patty Proctor . . . . . . . . .Publisher/Editor Hayley Yawn . . . . . .Publisher’s Assistant Debi Richardson . . . . . . . .Graphic Editor 803-259-1990, debi@guidetogeorgia.com The GUIDE TO GEORGIA, founded in 1960, is the premiere publication for information on activities and entertainment in Georgia. Four 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 $10 per year. Contents are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without permission.

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HHLABOR DAY EVENTSHH Labor Day Catfish Festival in Kingsland The 29th Annual Labor Day Catfish Festival will be held in downtown Kingsland September 3-5. The festival will kick off Saturday at 7 a.m. with a 5K run sponsored by the Camden Miracle League (www.camdenmiracleleague.com). More than 75 booths featuring handmade original arts & crafts, antiques, and collectibles will be open Saturday and Sunday from 12-6 p.m. and Monday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. There will also be an antique classic car, truck, and tractor exhibition by the Southeast Georgia Car and Truck Club. Free outdoor performances on Saturday through Monday will feature many bands and entertainers, and the full schedule can be found on the festival website. Visitors are encouraged to take lawn chairs and beach blankets. Reserved seating for the elderly and disabled will be available under a canopy adjacent to the stage. The weekend menu will include succulent Southern fried catfish, grits, coleslaw, hushpuppies, and iced tea. Catfish nuggets and fries will also be offered a la carte. Serving time will begin at 12 p.m. each day. A variety of other festival foods will be available; and the Kingsland Lions Club will serve a pancake breakfast on Labor Day. The Labor Day parade at 10 a.m. will feature Kingsley the Lion, Cecil the Catfish, and the Camden County High School Marching Band. The amusement area, open from Saturday noon through Monday evening, will feature pony rides, kiddie train, inflatables, bungee jump, and a mining attraction. For information, call 912-729-4382 or visit www.kingslandcatfishfestival.com.

September 1 – DECATUR – Jazz Night, Scottish Rite Courtyard, 7-9 p.m. 404-370-0888. 2 – BLAIRSVILLE – Concert, Old Courthouse, 7 p.m. 706-745-5493. 2 – DAHLONEGA – Remember When Band, Downtown, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 706-864-6133. 2 – LUMPKIN – Homeschool Day, Westville. 888-733-1850. 2 – MARIETTA – First Friday Art Walk. 770429-1115.

2 – SAVANNAH – Craft Brew Low Country Cuisine, Civic Center, 6 p.m. 912-447-4000. 2-4 – DECATUR – AJC Decatur Book Festival, Downtown. 404-471-5769. 2-4 – PINE MOUNTAIN – Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival, Callaway Gdns. 800-callaway. 2-5 – ATLANTA – DragonCon, Downtown. Parade Saturday 10 a.m. 770-909-0115. 2-5 – TALLULAH FALLS – Holiday Gorge Floor Hike, 10 a.m. 706-754-7981. 3 – ATLANTA – Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, Georgia Dome. 404-223-9200. 3 – DECATUR – Concert, Square, 7-9:30 p.m. 404-370-4100. 3 – ELLIJAY – 3 Rivers Music Jam/Mike Watson Band, Dntn., 6-10 p.m. 706-635-7400. 3 – MARIETTA – Art in the Park, Glover Park. 770-429-1115. 3 – SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE – Folklife Festival & Folk Pottery Sale, Art Center. 706-878-3300. 3 – SAVANNAH – Craft Brew Fest, Civic Center, noon. 912-447-4000. 3 – DAHLONEGA – Appalachian Jam, Gold Museum, 2-5 p.m. 706-864-2257. 3 – RICHMOND HILL – Labor Day at Fort McAllister. 912-727-2339. 3 – SAUTEE NACOOCHEE – Folklife Festival, Community Center. 706-878-3300.

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HHLABOR DAY EVENTSHH Powers Festival in Newnan Powers Festival in Newnan will be held Labor Day Weekend, September 3-5, from 9 a.m.5 p.m. daily. Admission will be $7 with children 6 and under free. Parking will be free. Over 100 artists from all over the U.S. will exhibit and sell folk crafts, needlecrafts, jewelry, paintings, mixed media, pottery, sculpture, and creative crafts made of fiber, glass, leather, metal, and wood. There will be demonstrations of plantation skills such as blacksmithing, chair caning/weaving, broom making, sorghum syrup milling, yarn spinning, and the original Powers Plantation grist mill will be in operation. There will be a variety of delicious country cooking from which to choose. A three day “Concert for Charity” will feature country, gospel, folk, and contemporary music at the main stage with other stages located throughout the grounds. For more information, phone 770-253-2011, e-mail cowetafestivals@charter.net, or visit www.powersfestival.org.

September 3-4 – SAVANNAH – Labor Day Weekend, Skidaway Island. 912-398-2300. Labor Day Celebration on River Street. 912-234-0295. 3-5 – NEWNAN – Powers Festival. 770-2532011. 3-5 – KINGSLAND – 29th Annual Labor Day Catfish Festival, Downtown. 912-729-4382. 3-5 – OMAHA – Labor Day on the Lake, Florence Marina State Park. 229-838-4706. 3-5 – SAVANNAH – Tools & Skills that Built a Colony, Wormsloe, 1-4 p.m. 912-353-3023. 3-5 – STONE MOUNTAIN PARK – Lasershow Spectacular, 8:30 p.m. 770-498-5690. 3-5 – WARM SPRINGS – Swim the Warm Springs-FDR Little White House. 706-655-5870. 3-6 – CALHOUN – Labor Day Weekend, Calhoun KOA. 706-629-7511. 4 – HIAWASSEE – Fireworks Display, Ridges Resort, 7-10 p.m. 706-896-2262.

Peppermint Pony Rides Ideal for Parties, Festivals, Corporate Events, Family Reunions, & Fund-raisers • 5 pony carousel • 4 pony carousel • hand-led ponies

Experienced with attention to detail. 770-682-5789 • pponies1@excite.com

4 – TYBEE ISLAND – Labor Day Beach Bash, Pier & Pavilion. 912-786-5444. 5 – CALHOUN – Pianist Adam Burnette/ Soprano Sylvia McNair, 1st UMC. 706-403-4598. 5 – MIDWAY – Labor Day Commemoration, Fort Morris, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 912-884-5999. 5 – WARM SPRINGS – Labor Day Celebration. 800-337-1927.

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I-75 Exits 142, 146, and 149 478-825-3733 www.peachchamber.com

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METRO ATLANTA Sandy Springs – A Diverse Place to Visit Sandy Springs, only 15 miles north of Atlanta, offers not only metropolitan amenities but also many outdoor retreats and one-of-akind venues. The Chattahoochee River Race & Festival on June 11 will begin at Garrard Landing Park and end at Riverside Park in Roswell, the site of a family-friendly festival, music, vendors, and awards presentation. The competitive race will be 10 miles while recreational paddlers will take the 8-mile course. 404-352-9828, x12. The Hospitality Highway Century Ride on July 10 will include 100M, 60M, 22M, and 9M rides and will be open to anyone 14 years of age or older. The ride will start at Ga. 400, exit 7, and will wind through Sandy Springs and four other cities as well as through other scenic areas of North Fulton. The Heritage Sandy Springs Beer Fest on August 13 from 4-8 p.m. will feature foreign, U.S., and local beers as well as music and food vendors. 404-851-9111, x203. Concerts at Heritage Green will feature Banks & Shane on June 5, Departure, the Journey Tribute Band on June 15, Haywire on June 1-Aug. 7, Aug. 13, 20, 27 – Laserfest, July 10, My Favorite Baldwin on July 20, The Stone Mountain Park, 9:30 p.m. 770-498-5690. Breakfast Club on Aug. 7, and Crash Davis on June 2-Aug. 25 – Alive After 5, Roswell Aug. 17. Events at theaters and venues can Historic District, Thursdays. 770-640-3253. be found in special sections in this issue. June 2-Aug. 30 – Music at Noon, CentenFor information, visit www.visitsandy nial Olympic Park, Tues. & Thurs., noon-1 p.m. springs.org or phone 866-511-7742. The 404-223-4412. Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism June 1-Aug. 31 – Wednesday WindDown, Welcome Center is located in the Parkside Centennial Olympic Pk., 5-30-8 p.m. 404-223-4412. Shopping Center at 5920 Roswell Road, June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 – First Friday Art Suite A-118. Walk, Marietta Square. 770-429-1115. June 3-Aug. 26 – Martinis & IMAX, Fernbank, Fridays, 5:30-10 p.m. 404-929-6300. June 4, July 2, Aug. 6 – Roswell Riverside Park Concerts, 7-9 p.m. 770-640-3253. June 17, July 15, Aug. 19 – Friday Jazz, High Museum, 5-10 p.m. 404-733-4437. June 25, July 23, Aug. 27 – 4th Saturday Family Fun Day, Centennial Olympic Park, noon4 p.m. 404-223-4412.

All Summer Events

June

1-5 – Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week. 404-658-1877. 2-30 – Screen on the Green, Piedmont Park, Thursdays. 404-875-7275. 3 – Havana Son Concert, Lawrenceville Courthouse, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 770-822-5450. 3-5 – Virginia Highland Summerfest. 404874-2084. 4 – Atlanta Sacred Chorale, Schwartz Center, 8 p.m. 404-727-5050. 4 – Slappey & Sadd/Sandy Springs Police Dept. Family Fund Day. 866-511-7742. 4-5 – Locomotive Celebration, S. E. Railway Museum, Duluth. 770-476-2013. 4-5 – Georgia Renaissance Festival, Fairburn. 770-964-8575. 5 – Concert by the Spring with Banks & Shane, Heritage Green, Sandy Springs, 7-8:30 p.m. 404-851-9111. GUIDE TO GEORGIA / www.guidetogeorgia.com / June / July / August 2011

METRO ATLANTA Scott Antique Market in Atlanta Scott Antique Market in Atlanta, known as the world’s largest monthly indoor antique show, has over 3300 booths overflowing from two buildings. Located in the Atlanta Expo Center which encompasses 366,000 square feet, Scott Antique Market offers 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 June 10-12, July 8-10, August 12-14, and September 9-11. Hours are Fri. & Sat. 9-6 and Sun. 10-4. Admission is $5 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.

Georgia Celebrates Quilts in Marietta See a glorious display of over 400 quilts at Georgia Celebrates Quilts in Marietta on September 16-18. The 13th biennial quilt show is produced by the East Cobb Quilters’ Guild. There will be a colorful exhibit of quilts of every kind made by hundreds of talented textile artists 10 – Hotlanta Dixieland Jazz, Dunwoody throughout Gazebo, 8 p.m. 678-891-3556. Georgia: 10-12 –Scott Antique Market. Atlanta Expo large quilts Center. 740-569-4112 or 404-361-2000. and small 10-12 – Blade Show & International Cutones, contemporary pieces and traditional lery Fair, Cobb Galleria. 770-989-5095. quilts, appliquéd and embroidered, hand11 – Back to the Chattahoochee River quilted and machined artistry. The colors, the Race & Festival, Sandy Springs. 404-352-9828. workmanship, and the beauty of these quilts 11 – Almost Elton John & The Rocket are amazing. Even the award ribbons are Band, Kennesaw Depot, 8 p.m. 770-422-9714. works of art. 11 – Rhythm Yard Concert, Smyrna Village The show will include a Small Treasures Green, 7-10 p.m. 770-434-6600. Auction of quilts, a vendor mall, a sewing 12 – Alpharetta City Band Concert, Adult machine raffle, and quilting demonstrations. A Activity Ctr., 3 p.m. 678-297-6140. quilt in the Brenda Papadakis pattern Dear 12 – Sacred Heart Singing, Big Creek Hannah will be raffled on Sunday; it was Primitive Baptist, Alpharetta. 770-490-4232. pieced by Guild members and quilted by 15 – Wind Down Wednesday with DeparBella Bamert. ture, the Journey Tribute Band, Sandy Springs The quilt show will be held at the Cobb Society Entertainment Lawn, 6:30 p.m. 404-851County Civic Center in Marietta. Show hours 9111, x203. will be Friday and Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 15-18 – Atlanta Fest (Christian Music), 10-4. Daily admission will be $8. Parking will Stone Mountain Park. 770-498-5690. be free. Visit www.ecqg.com or phone 77017 – Decatur Beach Party, Square, 5-12 p.m. 313-6489 for more information. 404-371-8262.

June

SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM Georgia’s Official Transportation History Museum

•Exhibit Hall & Gift Shop • Birthday Parties •Train Ride in Full-Size Cabooses •Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday in June, July, & August H Present This Ad and Receive One Free Caboose Ride H

G2G (with the purchase of any admission at regular price) 3595 Buford Hwy., Duluth • www.SoutheasternRailwayMuseum.org • 770-476-2013

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METRO ATLANTA Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth Georgia’s Official Transportation History Museum has over 90 pieces of retired railway rolling stock in its 35-acre site in Duluth, including vintage steam and diesel locomotives, passenger and private cars, WWII troop kitchen, railway post office car, wooden freight cars, baggage cars, cabooses, and maintenance of way equipment. The museum is also home to MARTA’s historic bus fleet and buses from many of the predecessor systems to MARTA. The annual Locomotive Celebration on June 4-5 will include temporary locomotive tattoos, locomotive hunt, refreshments, kids’ craft corner, and locomotive slide show and tours. “Trains, Trucks, and Tractors” on August 6-7 will offer refreshments, temporary tattoos, face painting, craft corner for children, hayrides, parade, barrel races, kids’ wagon race, and visiting exhibits. The second Thursday of each month features programs geared towards pre-school children. The museum, located at 3595 Buford Highway in Duluth, is open Wednesdays through Saturdays in June, July, and August from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For information, visit www.Southeastern RailwayMuseum.org or phone 770-476-2013. Present ad on page 7 for free caboose ride with the purchase of any admission at regular price.

June 24 – Yacht Rock/Party Rock Concert, Glover Park, Marietta, 8-10 p.m. 770-794-5601. 25 – Atlanta Summer Beer Fest, Masquerade Music Park, North Ave. 404-497-4804. 26 – Georgia Bridal Show, Gwinnett Center, Duluth. 800-224-6422.

July 8-10 – Scott Antique Market. Atlanta Expo Center. 740-569-4112 or 404-361-2000. 9 – Sol Junky Concert, Smyrna Village Green, 7-10 p.m. 770-434-6600. 10 – Concert by the Springs with Haywire, Heritage Green, Sandy Springs, 7-8:30 p.m. 404851-9111.

Quilt Show

September 16-18 Fri., Sat. 10- 6, Sun. 10- 4 Admission $8

400 Quilts

Vendors u Silent Auction COBB COUNTY CIVIC CENTER 548 Marietta Pkwy., Marietta in metro Atlanta

770-313-6489 • www.ecqg.com 8

14-17 – National Black Arts Festival. 404730-7315. 15 – The O’Jays, Woodruff Arts Center, 8 p.m. 404-733-5000. 15-16 – Atlanta Int’l. Military/Antique Gun Show, Cobb Civic Ctr., Marietta. 704-282-1339. 16 – Battle of Atlanta Weekend. 404-377-6148. 16-17 – Exotic Bird Fair, North Atlanta Trade Center. 770-279-9899. 19-24 – Atlanta International Fashion Week, Biltmore Ballroom. 404-817-2295. 20 – Wind Down Wednesday with My Favorite Baldwin, Sandy Springs Society Entertainment Lawn, 6:30 p.m. 404-851-9111, x203. 23-24 – 35th Anniversary Collectible Glass Show & Sale, Cobb Civic Center, Marietta. 770-853-5327 or 770-977-2787.

Big Haynes Creek Wildlife Festival August 27-28 10 AM-5 PM

Something for the Entire Family . . . Arts & Crafts H Living History H Birds of Prey Reptile Show H Children’s Activities Learn Fishing Techniques at the Bass Tub Demonstration. THE GEORGIA INTERNATIONAL HORSE PARK $5 Admission Fee & Free Parking Children 4 and under are Free

770-860-4190

www.bighaynescreekwildlifefestival.com

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METRO ATLANTA 35th Annual Collectible Glass Show & Sale in Marietta Celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Annual Collectible Glass Show and Sale at the Cobb County Civic Center in Marietta on July 23-24. Presented by the Peach State Depression Glass Club, this show will appeal to everyone from the novice to the advanced collector. Featuring 28 top dealers from across the nation, the booths will be filled with glass, pottery, and kitchenware from the 1880’s-1970’s, with an emphasis on Depression Era and Elegant Glass. There will be glass from major vendors including Cambridge, Heisey, Fenton, Blinko, and Fostoria; vintage pottery from Roseville, Hull and others; and kitchenware such as Fire King and Jadeite. Enjoy free educational seminars about Fenton Art Glass, Blinko, and the history of U. S. glass manufacturing. Learn about the history and variety of American Pattern Glass from leading authorities and authors Danny Cornelius and Don Jones. Have up to 3 pieces of glass or pottery identified at no charge by the show’s glass ID team. Proceeds from the show will be used for the education/preservation of American glass. For information on the show, visiting a monthly meeting, or joining the organization, visit www.psdgc.com or phone show chair Lorna Hart at 770-853-5327 or club president Cynthia Hillman at 770-977-2787. See ad on page 6.

July 27-31 – Stripped, Ferst Center. 404-894-9600. 29 – Jesters/Variety, Glover Park, Marietta, 8-10 p.m. 770-794-5601. 31 – 3rd Annual Chattahoochee River Summer Splash, Sandy Springs. 678-538-1200.

August 6 – Smyrna Birthday Celebration/Brandon Perry Band/Banks & Shane, Village Green, 6-10 p.m. 770-434-6600. 6 – 59th Old Soldiers Day Parade, Main Street, Alpharetta, 10 a.m. 678-297-6000. 6-7 – Trains, Trucks, & Tractors, Southeastern Railway Museum, Duluth. 770-476-2013. 7 – Concert by the Springs with The Breakfast Club, Heritage Green, Sandy Springs, 7-8:30 p.m. 404-851-9111. 7 – Tortoise & Hare & Shades of Gray Concert, Hungry Ear Coffee House, Sandy Springs, 7 p.m. 770-522-4889. 12-14 – Scott Antique Market. Atlanta Expo Center. 740-569-4112 or 404-361-2000. 13 – Heritage Sandy Springs Beer Fest, 4-8 p.m. 404-851-9111. 14 – Michael O'Neal Singers, Roswell UMC. 770-594-7974. 17 – Wind Down Wednesday with Crash Davis, Sandy Springs Society Entertainment Lawn, 6:30 p.m. 404-851-9111, x203. 18-21 – Peachtree Village Int’l. Film Festival, Woodruff Arts Center. 770-733-5000. 19-21 – Folk Fest, North Atlanta Trade Center. 770-279-9899. 20 – BBQ, Blues, Bluegrass Festival, Harmony Pk., Decatur, 4-10 p.m. 404-370-4100.

26 – Tyn Tymes/Beach & Oldies, Glover Park, Marietta, 8-10 p.m. 770-794-5601. 26 – Toulouse Street Concert, Kennesaw Depot, 7:30 p.m. 770-422-9714. 26-27 – Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival/ Concerts/Sat. Fireworks, Kennesaw. 770-422-9714. 27 – German Bierfest, Woodruff Park. 404733-5000. 27 – Stranger Concert, Robertson Community Ctr., Kennesaw, 7 p.m. 770-422-9714. 27-28 – Grant Park Summer Shade Festival. 404-521-0938.

September 9-11 – Scott Antique Market. Atlanta Expo Center. 740-569-4112 or 404-361-2000. 16-18 – Georgia Celebrates Quilts, Cobb Civic Center, Marietta. 770-313-6489. 17-18 – Sandy Springs Festival, Heritage Green. 866-511-7742.

REGENCY SUITES HOTEL 975 West Peachtree Street at 10th Street ATLANTA, GEORGIA All-suite hotel; Elegant kitchenettes; Luxurious continental breakfast; complimentary dinner (Mon.-Thurs.) Located two blocks from I-75/85, next to Midtown MARTA station. 404-876-5003 / 800-642-3629 www.regencysuites.com

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Sporting Events Augusta Southern Nationals Drag Boat Races The Augusta Southern Nationals Drag Boat Races will be held for the 26th year on the Savannah River in Augusta on July 15-17. Racing action will provide fun and excitement for the entire family. Over one hundred racing teams from twentyfive states will compete for over $150,000 in purse and prizes as they try to beat the record of 252.94 MPH in the “World’s Richest Drag Boat Race”! See the fastest and loudest boat racing action in the country as competitors race down the liquid quarter mile! The race is part of the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Series. The event benefits the Augusta Chapter of the Georgia Special Olympics. Check it out at www.augusta southernnationals.org. For more information, call 706-823-0440, ext. 1. Advanced series tickets for the weekend are $22, and patron tickets are $60. Tickets are available at charge by phone at 803-278-4849 or www.tixonline.com.

BIKING

MISCELLANEOUS

June 25 . . . . . . . Cartersville Century Bike Ride (15, 30, 55, 100), Dellinger Pk., 770-382-5500 July 10. . . . . . . . Hospitality Hwy. Century Ride (9, 22, 60, 100M), Sandy Springs, 866-511-7742 Aug. 20-21 . Fool’s Gold Mt. Bike Race/Festival Dahlonega, 706-864-3513

June 4. . . . . . TrailBlazer Race (paddle, run, bike) Fort Yargo, Winder, 770-867-3489 June 4 . . . . Backpacking Intro, Panola Mt. St. Pk. Stockbridge, 3 p.m., 770-389-7801 June 11. . . . . . . . . . . Muddy Buddy Ride & Run Ga. Int’l. Horse Park, Conyers, 858-768-6751 June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 Lost Person Prevention Panola Mt., Stockbridge, 770-389-7801 June 17-18 . . . . Battle of Atlanta World Karate Champ., Hilton, Atlanta, 404-659-2000 June 18, July 16, Aug. 20. . . . . . Tree Top Climbs Panola Mt., Stockbridge, 770-389-7801 June 19. . . . Callaway Gardens Sprint Triathlon Pine Mountain, 800-callaway June 25-July 4 . . . . . . . . . . . USVA Girls Champ. World Congress Ctr., Atlanta, 404-223-4000 July 9-Aug. 6 . . . . . . . Witches Head Excursions Tallulah Gorge, Sat. 11 a.m., 706-754-7981 July 9-10. . . . . . . . . Athens Dawg Derby Flyball Tournament, Classic Ctr., 800-918-6393 July 21-24 . . . Sportsmen Living Outdoor Expo Classic Ctr., 800-918-6393 July 27-Aug. 6 . . . . . S.E. Regional Little League Warner Robins, 888-288-wrga Aug. 13-14 . . . . Wilderness Survival, Amicalola Falls St. Pk., Dawsonville, 706-265-1969 Aug. 13 . . . Triathlon & Duathlon, Ga. Veterans St. Pk., Cordele, 229-273-1668 Aug. 13 . . . . . . . . . Gridiron Trail Rush, Ga. Int’l. Horse Park, Conyers, 888-860-4224 Aug. 19-21. . . . . . . . . Georgia Special Olympics Warner Robins, 888-288-wrga

HIKES & RUNS (See www.atlantatrackclub.org for more races)

FISHING

June 5, 11, July 4, 9, Aug. 7, 13 . . . . . Fly Fishing Clinics, Panola Mt., Stockbridge, 770-389-7801 June 25 . . . . . . . . . Ga. Bobberthon Tournament Flat Creek, Perry, 478-988-8000 July 8-9 . . . . . . St. Marys Saltwater Kingfish & Redfish Tournament, 912-729-7216 Aug. 27 . . . . Bass Masters Fishing Tournament Gregory Pk., Richmond Hill, 912-756-3345 GUIDE TO GEORGIA / www.guidetogeorgia.com / June / July / August 2011

Sporting Events ComSouth Classic in Hawkinsville The ComSouth Classic scheduled for August 1-7 at the Southern Hills Golf & Country Club in Hawkinsville is one of the premier NGA/Hooters Professional Golf Tour events. With an anticipated total payout in 2011 of over 6 million dollars, the Hooters Tour under its sanctioning body, the National Golf Association, continues to grow and be recognized as one of the top professional tours in the world. Along with local television coverage, tournament scores appear regularly in major newspapers across the country. The NGA/Hooters Tour puts a great emphasis on strong community support and has helped more professionals acquire their PGA, Senior PGA, and Nationwide Tour cards than any other developmental tour. Alumni include 2009 British Open Champion Stewart Cink, 2007 Masters champion Zach Johnson, Ben Curtis, Shaun Micheel, Vaughn Taylor, Mark Wilson, Lee Janzen, John Daly, Jim Furyk, Tom Lehman, David Toms, Will MacKenzie, Chad Campbell and Championâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tour players Tom McKnight and Walter Hall. For more information, call 478-783-0600 or visit www.ngatour.com or www.comsouth.net.

Georgia Golden Olympics in Warner Robins The Georgia Golden Olympics will be held in Warner Robins on September 21-24 and will be open to adults ages 50 and older. Events will include tennis, golf, swimming, track and field, cycling, bowling, table tennis, horseshoes, billiards, and much more. Events will be divided into age categories, and medals will be awarded for each. Registration must be received by August 1. For information, rules, and registration, visit www.georgiagoldenolympics.org. For additional information on Warner Robins, visit www.warnerrobinsga.gov or phone 888288-WRGA.

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Sporting Events BASEBALL

FOOTBALL

Home Schedules

Aug. 20 . . . . . . . .Kell Classic Georgia Dome, Atlanta 404-223-9200

ATLANTA BRAVES

ROME BRAVES

June 1 . . . . . . . . . .SAN DIEGO June 14-16 . . . . . . . .NY METS June 17-19 . . . . . . . . . .TEXAS June 20-22 . . . . . . .TORONTO July 1-3 . . . . . . . .BALTIMORE July 4-7 . . . . . . . .COLORADO July 11-14 . .ALL STAR GAME July 15-17 . . . .WASHINGTON July 25-28 . . . . .PITTSBURGH July 29-31 . . . . . . . . .FLORIDA Aug. 12-14 . .CHICAGO CUBS Aug. 15-18 .SAN FRANCISCO Aug. 19-21 . . . . . . .ARIZONA Aug. 30-Sept.1 WASHINGTON 404-577-9100 www.atlantabraves.com

June 9-11 . . . . . .GREENVILLE June 16-19 . . . . .LEXINGTON June 27-30 . . . . .SAVANNAH July 1-3 . . . . . .CHARLESTON July 7-10 . . . . . . .GREENVILLE July 20-22 . . . . . .DELMARVA July 23-26 . . . .KANNAPOLIS Aug. 1-4 . . . . . . .GREENVILLE Aug. 10-13 . . . . . .ASHEVILLE Aug. 22-25 . . . . .SAVANNAH Aug. 26-30 . . . .KANNAPOLIS 706-378-5144 www.romebraves.com

AUGUSTA GREENJACKETS June 5-7 . . . . . .CHARLESTON June 12-15 . . . . .LEXINGTON June 16-19 . . . . . . .ASHEVILLE June 27-30 . . . .CHARLESTON July 1-3 . . . . . . . .SAVANNAH July 12-15 . . .HAGERSTOWN July 16-18 . . . . . .SAVANNAH July 28-31 . . . . . . . .HICKORY Aug. 5-8 . . . . . . . . . . . .ROME Aug. 18-21 . . . .CHARLESTON Aug. 22-25 . . . .KANNAPOLIS 706-736-7889 greenjacketsbaseball.com

SAVANNAH SAND GNATS

Home Schedule ATLANTA FALCONS Aug. 12 . . . . . . . . . . . .MIAMI Sept. 1 . . . . . . . . .BALTIMORE 404-223-8444 www.atlantafalcons.com

ARENA FOOTBALL Home Schedules GEORGIA FORCE

June 1-4 . . . . . . . . .KANNAPOLIS June 9-11 . . . . . . . . . . .AUGUSTA June 12-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . .ROME June 23-26 . . . . . . . . . .AUGUSTA July 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ROME July 7-10 . . . . . . . .GREENSBORO July 20-22 . . . . .WEST VIRGINIA July 23-26 . . . . . . . . .LEXINGTON Aug. 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . .AUGUSTA Aug. 10-13 . . . . . . . .GREENVILLE Aug. 26-30 . . . . . .CHARLESTON 912-351-9150 www.sandgnats.com

June 4 . . . . . . . . .TAMPA BAY June 17 . . . . .NEW ORLEANS July 9 . . . . . . . . . . . .CHICAGO 770-609-1300 www.georgiaforce.com

Events sometimes change, so phone for information before driving long distances.

ATLANTA DREAM

COLUMBUS LIONS June 4 . . . . . . . . . . . .ALBANY June 11 . . . . . . . . .CAROLINA 706-653-4460 www.columbuslions.net

BASKETBALL 404-604-2626 www.AtlantaDream.net

GOLFING June 10 . . . . . Kilted Golf Classic, Butternut Golf Course, Blairsville, 877-745-5789 Aug. 1-7. . . . . . . . . ComSouth Classic, Southern Hills Golf Club, Hawkinsville, 478-783-0600 Aug. 8-14. . . . . . . . PGA Championship, Atlanta Athletic Club, Johns Creek, 770-613-0004

RACING ROAD ATLANTA Braselton, 800-849-race, www.roadatlanta.com June 17-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NASA June 24-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WERA July 16-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SCCA Regional Aug. 5-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NASA Atlanta Motor Speedway . . . . . . . . . . Hampton 770-946-4211, atlantamotorspeedway.com Atlanta Dragway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commerce 770-682-3782, www.atlantadragway.com Oglethorpe Speedway Park . . . . . . . . . . . Pooler 912-964-8200, www.ospracing.net Silver Dollar Raceway . . . . . . . . . . . Reynolds 478-847-4414, www.silverdollarraceway.com

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Sporting Events WATERSPORTS

EQUESTRIAN SHOWS

June 11 . . . . . . . . Chattahoochee River Race & Festival, Sandy Springs/Roswell, 404-352-9828 June 18 . . . Canoe Miller Lake-Barrington Lake Ft. King George, Darien, 912-437-4770 June 18-24. . . . . Georgia River Network Paddle Georgia (106M), Athens, 800-653-0603 June 25 . . . . . . . . Basic Canoe Clinic, Panola Mt. St. Pk., Stockbridge, 770-389-7801 July 15-17 . . . . . . Augusta Southern Nationals Drag Boat Races, 803-278-4TIX July 16, Aug. 13 . . . . Cathead Creek Canoe Trip Ft. King George, Darien, 912-417-4770 July 30 . . . . . . . . Chattahoochee River Summer Splash (6M), Sandy Springs, 678-538-1220 Aug. 14. . . . . . . . Guided Paddle on Oostanaula Calhoun, 706-263-4002

June 3-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pro Rodeo Old Frontier, Thomson, 706-533-2544 June 24-26 . . . . . . . . . . . .Mountain Top Rodeo Dahlonega, 706-864-3513 Aug. 13-14 . . . .Larry Phillips Memorial Rodeo Calhoun, 706-218-0382 Aug. 19-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kiwanis Rodeo Blue Ridge Fairgrounds, 706-632-6644

HUNTING Aug. 5-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlanta Buckarama Atlanta Expo Center, 404-361-2000 Aug. 6 . . . . Hunting 101, Sweetwater Ck. St. Pk. Lithia Springs, 10 a.m., 770-732-5871 Aug. 26-27 . . . Hunting/Fishing/Outdoors Expo Central Square Complex, Douglas, 912-383-0277 Events sometimes change, so phone for information before driving long distances.

GEORGIA INTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;L HORSE PARK Conyers, 888-860-4224, www.conyersga.com June 3-5 . .Summer Classic/Working Hunter Champ. June 11-12 . . . . . . . . . . . .Farm Animal Dressage June 15-19 . . . . . . . . . .Atlanta Summer Classic I June 22-26 . . . . . . . . .Atlanta Summer Classic II July 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stars & Stripes Circuit July 4-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GQHA Big A Circuit July 15-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pasolympics uly 16-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fox Signature Classic July 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Parelli Jamboree July 30-31 . . . . . . . . .Farm Dressage/Sport Horse Aug. 20-21 . . . . . . . . .Fox Signature Classic I & II

UNION COUNTY ARENA Blairsville, 877-745-5789 June 16, July 20, Aug. 20 . . . . . . . . .Saddle Club Open Horse Show June 22-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rodeo July 13, Aug. 13 . . . . .Cooper Basin Horse Show July 20-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Saddle Club Rodeo

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Entertainment Venues in Georgia AARON’S AMPHITHEATRE at Lakewood

CHASTAIN PARK–LIVE NATION SERIES

June 18 July 10 July 28 July 30 Aug. 1 Aug. 12 Aug. 13 Aug. 28

June 5 June 10 June 19 July 2 July 12

Atlanta, 404-627-9704, www.aaronsamphitheater.com

Def Leppard & Heart Motley Crue, Poison, N.Y. Dolls Rascal Flatts 311 & Sublime with Rome Vans Warped Tour Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival Flashback Festival Kid Rock & Sheryl Crow

ASHFORD MANOR

Athens, 706-769-2633, www.ambedandbreakfast.com

June 8-12 June 15 July 2 July 30 Sept. 5

Shakespeare on Lawn: As You Like It Déjà vu/Strawberry Flats Athens King/Elvis Tribute Sons of Sailors Half Dozen Brass Band

Atlanta, 404-233-2227, www.chastainseries.com

B.B. King & Buddy Guy Chelsea Handler Daryl Hall & John Oates Jennifer Hudson Rihanna & Cee Lo Green Peter Frampton Selena Gomez Steely Dan B.B. King

July 21 Aug. 2 Aug. 7

COBB ENERGY CENTRE

Atlanta, 770-916-2800, www.cobbenergycentre.com

June 10 July 12

Loretta Lynn The Wiggles Big Birthday

FOX THEATRE

Atlanta, 404-881-2100, www.foxtheatre.org

ATLANTA CIVIC CENTER

404-658-7159, www.atlantaciviccenter.com

June 3

Brian McNight

AUGUSTA ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX 706-722-3521, www.entertainmentcomplex.com

June 14-15 June 18 June 23 Aug. 13

Sesame Street Live (Bell) Loretta Lynn (Bell) Sugarland (JBA) Keith Urban (JBA)

CALLANWOLDE

Atlanta, 404-872-5338, www.callanwolde.org

June 3 June 17 July 8 July 22 July 23 July 29 Aug. 12 Aug. 26

Jazz/Nick Longo Jazz/Marsha DuPree Jazz/Lindsay Appel Tango Night Capital City Opera: All American Musical Jazz/Madoca & Co. Jazz/Gwen Hughes Tango Night

June 12 June 15-19 June 21-26 June 28 July 1 July 5-10 July 19-24 Aug. 2-7 Aug. 13 Aug. 16-21

Mumford & Sons The Color Purple Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat David Gray Florence & the Machine Rock of Ages Fiddler on the Roof Come Fly Away Alison Krauss & Union Station Guys & Dolls

FREDERICK BROWN, JR. AMPHITHEATER Peachtree City, 770-631-0630, www.amphitheater.org

June 18 July 2 July 16 Aug. 5 Aug. 20 Lindsay Appel

Jo Dee Messina, Jimmy Wayne Swingin’ Medallions Kool & Gang Bryan Adams 10,000 Maniacs & Edwin McCain

GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER Atlanta, 404-223-4000, www.gwcc.com

CLASSIC CHASTAIN

Atlanta, 404-733-5000, www.classicchastain.org

June 3 June 22 June 24 July 8 July 9 July 13 July 15 July 23 July 27 July 29 July 30 Aug. 6 Aug. 12 Aug. 13 Aug. 24 Aug. 27

The Monkeys Chris Isaak Steve Miller Band Arrival From Sweden, ASO Idina Menzal, ASO Michael McDonald, Boz Scaggs Charlie Wilson, Chrisette Michelle Huey Lewis & the News, Little Feat Temptations & Four Tops Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith Tedeschi Trucks Band Steely Dan, Sam Yahel Bela Fleck & Fleckstones Bruce Hornsby & Noisemakers Mary Chapin Carpenter, Shawn Colvin Guster & Jack’s Mannequin Grace Potter & Nocturnals

June 9-12 Atlanta Metropolitan Cathedral June 29-July 1 Full Gospel Conference July 15 Atlanta Gospel Fest Music & Healthcare Festival July 30 Drum Corp International Aug. 6 Antiques Roadshow

GWINNETT CENTER

Duluth, 800-224-6422, www.gwinnettcenter.com

June 1 June 4-6 June 7 June 8 July 8 July 10 July 16 July 22 July 26 July 30 Aug. 4-5

Kannasum Kadalasum Cirque Fantasque Katy Perry Josh Groban Matthew Morrison Mana Comedy/Jeff Allen Meera (dance) American Idol Live! 2011 Kesha Keith Urban

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Josh Groban

Entertainment Venues in Georgia IMPERIAL THEATRE

SAVANNAH CIVIC CENTER

June 18 Don’t Tell Daddy Aug. 13-14, 21 Concert for Kids

June 5 June 17

Augusta, 706-722-8341, www.imperialtheatre.com

MABLE HOUSE AMPHITHEATER

Mableton, 770-819-7765, www.mablehouse.org

June 18 July 16

Delta Moon Foghat/Thunderbirds/Silverlake Band/Marty Manous Band Roxie Watson

Aug. 20

800-351-7469, www.savannahcivic.com

Miranda Lambert Cedric the Entertainer June 21-23 Sesame Street Live

Cedric the Entertainer

THOMASVILLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 229-226-0588, www.thomasvilleculturalcenter.com

June 3-5

South Georgia Ballet: Tinker Bell’s Magical Adventure Primitive Quartet Paul Williams & Victory Trio

PHILIPS ARENA

June 17 Aug. 6

June 18 June 22

VERIZON WIRELESS AMPHITHEATRE

Atlanta, 404-878-3000, www.philipsarena.com

Hot 107.9 Birthday Bash New Kids on the Block/ Backstreet Boys June 25 R. Kelly July 9-10 Taylor Swift July 12-13 Sade July 17 Britney Spears Aug. 12-13 Women of Faith Aug. 25-28 Cirque du Soleil Taylor Swift

PUNCHLINE COMEDY THEATRE

Atlanta, 404-252-5233, www.punchline.com

June 2-5 June 10-11 June 16-19 July 7-9 July 14-16 July 21-23 July 28-30 Aug. 4-6

Greg Morton Billy Gardell Tim Wilson Heather McDonald Adam Ferrara Bob Riggle Jim Notron Placeholder Loni Love

ROSWELL CULTURAL ARTS CENTER 770-594-6232, www.roswellgov.com

June 6-11 June 13-18 June 20-25 June 27-July 2 July 4-9 July 11-16 July 18-23

Tanglewood Marionettes Tanglewood Marionettes Puppet Guy Frisch Marionettes Roz Puppets Frogtown Mt. Puppeteers National Marionettes

Atlanta, 404-733-5010, www.vzwamp.com

June 4

Miranda Lambert, Josh Kelley, Ashton Shepherd June 14-15 Pish July 4 All-American Celebration/ASO July 8 Animal Collective/Special Guests July 14 Styx & Yes July 15 Casablanca/ASO July 16 Corey Smith July 30 Cirque de la Symphonie/ASO July 31 Phil Lesh & Bob Weir Aug. 3 Dolly Parton Aug. 11 Death Cab Aug. 13 Big Band Voodoo Daddy/ASO

WILD ADVENTURES

Valdosta, 229-219-7080, www.wildadventures.net

June 11 June 11-12 June 25 July 16 July 23 Aug. 13 Aug. 20

Lady Antebellum Anastasini Circus Casting Crowns Tye Tribbett, Luther Barnes, Sunset Jubilairies World Classic Rockers Lady Antebellum Skillet MAZE/Frankie Beverly

SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE CENTER 706-878-3300, www.snca.org

June 11 Twelve Rivers Arts Festival June 16, July 21, Aug. 18 Open Stage Night June 18, July 23, Aug. 27 Contra Dance July 7-10 Headwaters: Goodly Portion of Our Songs & Stories

TERRACE AMPHITHEATER Big Canoe, 706-579-5099, www.bigcanoechapel.org

June 4 June 11 June 17 July 2 July 16 July 30 Aug. 13

Live Bait Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band Grey Sisters HABERSHAM COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Del Baroni Orchestra CLARKESVILLE Atlanta Concert Band Fair opens nightly at 6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m., Sun. 1 p.m. Holmes Family Trio 706-768-6890 Martha Ann Brooks www.chattahoocheemountainfair.org Hotlanta Dixieland Jazz June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA 15

Summer is Spec Watermelon Festival in Cordele-Crisp County Visit Cordele-Crisp County June 3-25 for the 62nd Annual Watermelon Days Festival and celebrate the crop that has made the area famous. The main day of the festival will be Saturday, June 25, and will feature a parade, arts and crafts, entertainment, free slices of watermelon, car and truck display, antique tractor and equipment display, watermelon eating and watermelon chunking and seed spitting contests, and a dance that evening. The many events planned for June will include a dog show, pageant, road races, photo contest, puppet show, watermelon decorating contest, gospel sing, fishing rodeo, quilt display, worship service, and horseshoe tournament. Also, enjoy a ride on the SAM Shortline Excursion Train, The Wedding Game, This Is Your Life or the Taste of Melon. Known for its melons, Cordele-Crisp County was designated as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Watermelon Capital of the Worldâ&#x20AC;? for having the sweetest and most abundant watermelons. More than 200 million watermelons each year go through the Cordele State Farmers Market. For information and a schedule, phone 229-273-1668 or 886426-3566 or visit www.cordelecrispga.com or e-mail info@cordele-crisp-chamber.com.

Butternut Creek Festival in Blairsville The 13th Annual Butternut Creek Festival Arts & Crafts Show will be held July 23-24 at Meeks Park, less than a mile west of Blairsville on Hwy. 76/515. Festival hours will be from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The exhibitor booths will be located under the trees along the banks of the Butternut Creek. The park has playgrounds, walking trails, and picnic facilities. Blairsville is located only 80 miles north of Atlanta. The juried show is limited to 70 of the finest artists and hand craftsmen from throughout the mountain area of north Georgia, western North Carolina, and eastern Tennessee. There will be several mountain arts and crafts demonstrators, festival foods, a bake sale by the Union Hospital Auxiliary, a quilting demo by the Misty Mountain Quilt Guild, a quilt raffle by the Friends of the Union County Library, and a booth by the Union County Senior Center Art Class. Exceptionally talented musical performers will be performing both days in the Gazebo. The festival will be presented by the High Country Artisans, Inc. Admission and parking will be free along with free shuttle service between parking and vendor booths. For information, call 706-781-1221, e-mail butternutcreekfestival@gmail.com, or visit www. butternutcreekfestival.com.

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ecial cial in Georgia A Summer of Festivals in Blairsville The Green Bean Festival will be held on the Blairsville Square on July 30-31. There will be a craft fair and demonstrations, live entertainment, festival foods, storytelling, a green bean pizza eating contest, canning classes and a tour of a canning plant, a green bean recipe contest, children’s activities, a 4-H talent show, antique tractor and old tool displays, a pageant, and more. Many other summer events are scheduled for Blairsville. The Scottish Festival & Highland Games will be held on June 11-12 at Meeks Park, the Mountain Fling Arts & Crafts Show at N. Ga. Tech. College on June 25-26, and the Butternut Creek Festival at Meeks Park on July 23-24 (see story on page 16). Other summer events will include Friday concerts at the Courthouse at 7 p.m.; Cruise-ins on the Square on June 4, July 2, and Aug. 6; a rodeo at the arena on June 22-23; several horse shows; fireworks at Meeks Park and an Independence Day Celebration at Vogel State Park on July 4; and more. For more information, phone 877-745-5789 or visit www.VisitBlairsvilleGA.com.

Monthly Events in Georgia June 2-30, July 1-31, Aug. 1-28 – BLUE RIDGE – Scenic Railroad. Ck. Dates. 877-413-8724. June 2-Aug. 25 – McCAYSVILLE – Pickin’ in Horseshow Bend, Thurs., 6 p.m. 706-632-7696. June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 – AUGUSTA – 1st Friday, Downtown, 5-10 p.m. 706-826-4702. June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 – BRUNSWICK – 1st Friday, Downtown, 5-8 p.m. 912-265-4032. June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 – SAUTEE NACOOCHEE – Pickin’ on Porch, 6-9 p.m. 706-878-0144. June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 – SAVANNAH – Oyster Roast/Fireworks, Westin. 912-201-2000. June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 – THOMASVILLE – Downtown Nights, 5-9 p.m. 229-227-7020. June 3-Aug. 26 – BLAIRSVILLE – Friday Night Concerts, Courthouse, 7 p.m. 706-745-5493. June 3-Aug. 26 – ROYSTON – Group Hayrides, Fridays. 706-245-6270. June 3-Aug. 27 – WOODBINE – Opry, Fri. & Sat., 7-10 p.m. 912-576-3027. June 4, July 2, Aug. 6 – BLAIRSVILLE – Cruise-in on the Square, 1-5 p.m. 706-994-6643. June 4, July 2, Aug. 6 – CARTERSVILLE – Car Cruize, Friendship Plaza, 5-8 p.m. 770-607-3480. June 4, July 2, Aug. 6 – SAVANNAH – First Saturday on the River. 912-234-0295. June 4, July 2, Aug. 6 – TATE – 1st Mountain Cruise In, Quick Burger, 5-8 p.m. 706-692-1164. June 4-Aug. 20 – NEWNAN – Pickin’ on Square, Sat. 11 a.m. 770-254-2627. June 4-Aug. 27 – DAHLONEGA – Appalachian Jam, Gold Museum, Sat. 2-5 p.m. 706-864-2257. June 4-Aug. 27 – HELEN – Sat. Music Concerts, Unicoi St. Pk., 8-10 p.m. 800-573-9659. June 4-Aug. 28 –HELEN – Visiting Artists, Unicoi St. Pk., Sat. & Sun. 800-573-9659.

Peach Blossom Trail

Peaches are one of the most popular fruits in the United States and have always been symbolic of something good as indicated by the saying “pretty as a peach.” The State of Georgia is indeed fortunate to be so well known for such a wonderful commodity (although anyone who has ever been whipped by a Georgia peach twig may not think so.) Today, Georgia is known as the Peach State, not because it produces the most peaches, but rather because it was the birthplace of the commercial peach industry. When traveling in Georgia from mid-May through August, the Peach Blossom Trail offers several roadside stands where visitors can find sweet Georgia peaches! During their travels down the trail, they can see thousands of acres of peach orchards. There are several farms that offer tours into the orchards, providing a close look at the peach trees and information on the history of how this fruit from China made its way to Georgia. The Peach Blossom Trail runs parallel to I-75. Get off the beaten path, and travel the Trail. But hurry! Peaches will be gone by the end of August, and these sweet fruits won’t be available again until next year. For info, visit www.peachblossomtrail.com. June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA 17

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway This 26-mile round trip from Blue Ridge to McCaysville offers spectacular views of scenic valleys, forests, rolling hills, and the beautiful Toccoa River. This three to four hour round trip is over tracks built over 100 years ago and recently upgraded. Most stops include a trip to McCaysville. The train is diesel-powered and includes climatecontrolled vintage coach cars, an open-air car, and a concession car with snacks, drinks, and souvenirs. The ticket office is in the 100 year old depot in Blue Ridge, only 95 miles north of Atlanta. Reservations are strongly encouraged. For schedules, ticket prices, and information, call 877-413-8724 or 706-632-8724 or visit www.brscenic.com or e-mail info-brscenic.com.

Apple Pickin’ Jubilee in Ellijay The 16th annual Apple Pickin’ Jubilee will be held on weekends from Sept. 10-Oct. 30 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Hillcrest Orchards, nine miles east of Ellijay on Hwy. 52. Pick your own apples. Milk Buttercup the cow. Jump for joy on the Giant Jumping Pillow. Get lost in the “Corny Kid’s Maze.” Get caught in the new “Spider Web.” Ride the pedal cart track. There will be pig races, pony rides, tricycle rides, honey bee demonstrations, clogging, country bands, and wagon rides. Visit the Moonshine and Farm House Museums, the petting farm, the Children’s Play Area with a giant slide, and the Enchanted Forest and Nature Trail with scenes from nursery rhymes and fairy tales. An operating gristmill will be grinding corn Monthly Events in Georgia and selling cornmeal. Grandma’s Bakery will serve fried apple pies, apple cider, apple June 5-July 24 – AUGUSTA – Candlelight fritters, apple cider donuts, fudge, and homeJazz, Riverwalk, 8 p.m. 706-821-1754. made ice cream. There will also be mountain June 9, July 14, Aug. 11 – BLAIRSVILLE – Shape barbecue and other vittles. Note Singing, Courthouse, 6:30 p.m. 706-745-5493. All activities will be included for a $6 June 9, July 14, Aug. 11 – ELLIJAY – Cherry admission fee except for the petting farm Log Pickin’, Gilmer Sr. Ctr. 706-635-3786. which will have a separate $3 admission fee. June 11, Aug. 13 – JASPER – Main Street For more information, phone 706-273-3838 Mania, Downtown, 5 p.m. 706-692-1164. or e-mail applelan@ellijay.com or visit June 12, July 10, Aug. 14 – COLUMBUS – www.hillcrestorchards.net. Jazz Jam, Liberty Theatre, 6-9 p.m. 706-660-9295. June 14, July 12, Aug. 9 – DOUGLAS – Shop & Stroll Downtown, 5-8 p.m. 912-384-4555. MISTY MOUNTAIN MODEL RAILROAD June 24, July 22, Aug. 26 – BLUE RIDGE – Classic Car Cruise-In, D.Q., 6 p.m. 706-838-4901. June 25, July 23, Aug. 27 – JASPER – JMA Cruise-In, Downtown, 4-8 p.m. 706-692-1164. June 26, July 31, Aug. 28 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Dinner Dance, J. I. Club Hotel. 912-635-2400. June 30, July 28, Aug. 25 – COLUMBUS – Tours of Haunted Port Columbus Civil War Naval Museum. 706-327-9798.

June America’s Largest Privately Owned O-gauge Model Trail Display Public Tours on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 2 p.m. Group Tours by Appointment For more information contact the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce

877-745-5789 www.VisitBlairsvilleGA.com

2-4 – HELEN – 33rd Helen to Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Fest, Helendorf Inn. 706-878-2271. 3 – DAHLONEGA – Fools Gold & Ugly Cousin Concert, Downtown, 6:30 p.m. 706-864-6133. 3 – HELEN – Chainsaw Extravaganza, Nacoochee Village. 706-878-9463. 3-4 – COLUMBUS – Cool History/Combat of USS Water Witch, Nat’l. Civil War Naval Museum. 706-327-9798. 3-4 – GRAY – Gray Station Better Hometown Daylily Festival. 478-986-5199.

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Merritt Pecan Company in Weston Merritt Pecan Company offers a large selection of items including pecans, log rolls, homemade pecan pies, homemade cakes, jellies, jams, syrups, pralines, brittle, candy coated pecans, sugar-free items (candy, jellies, syrups), gift baskets and boxes, T-shirts, cookbooks, Georgia souvenirs, Vidalia onion products, homemade jerky, and BBQ sauces. All of the pecans are grown and harvested on their farms and processed at their plant. Fresh produce is available during summer months and includes peas, butterbeans, watermelons, peaches, vidalia onions, tomatoes, and other selections. The retail store is located on Hwy. 520 in Weston, Georgia, halfway between Albany and Columbus. Store hours are 7 a.m.-7 p.m. every day except Christmas Day. Merritt Pecan Company takes pride in its clean restrooms and also has a Chevron Food Mart with a wide range of convenience store items, gas, diesel, a food court, and an ATM machine. Outside picnic tables are available, and there is ample space to walk a dog. Items can also be ordered from www.merritt-pecan.com. For more information, phone 1-800-762-9152.

Summer Fun in Bainbridge Summer is here, and that means it’s time to get outdoors. If outdoor adventure is what you’re looking for, Bainbridge is the place to find it. The City of Bainbridge has planned a huge July 4 show featuring Fly-by Radio, an 80s and 90s rock band, which will be in concert on Monday, July 4, at the Performing Arts Building at Earle May Boat Basin Park. The band will perform hits from Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Guns ‘N Roses, and more. The show will kick off at 7:15 p.m. and will be followed by Southwest Georgia’s largest fireworks display. You can also make a big splash at the Bainbridge Aquatic Center this summer. The City’s pool, open daily during the summer months, features a large 25 yard swimming pool with a slide, kiddie pool and more. There is a $4 charge for ages 6-49 and a $2 charge for everyone else. First Saturday Market will feature locally grown produce, handmade clothing and jewJune elry, and more and will be held in Willis Park on 3-5 – HELEN – Buzz in the Blue Ridge Chainthe first Saturday of each month from 9-noon. saw Carving, Habersham Winery. 706-878-9463. For information, phone 229-243-8555 or 3-5 – RINGGOLD-MARIETTA – Dixie Highvisit www.visitbainbridgega.com. way 90 Mile Yard Sale. 800-733-2280. 3-5 – SAVANNAH – Paranormal Investigation Wkend, Roundhouse RR Museum. 407-234-6611. 3-25 – CORDELE-CRISP COUNTY – 62nd Watermelon Days Festival. 229-273-1668. 4 – BYRON – Georgia Peach Festival. 478420-0072. 4 – CARTERSVILLE – Tams Concert, Friendship Plaza, 7-9 p.m. 770-607-3480. 4 – EATONTON – Putnam County Dairy Festival, downtown. 706-473-0336. 4 – SAVANNAH – Goliads in Concert, Ships of Sea Museum, 7:30 p.m. 912-232-1511. 4 – TYBEE ISLAND – Tour of Homes. 912786-7704. 4 – WARM SPRINGS – Rosie the Riveter/D-Day Program, FDR Little White House. 706-655-5870. 4-5 – DAHLONEGA – Georgia Fine Wine Festival, BlackStock Vineyards. 706-219-2789. 4-19 – DAHLONEGA – Ga. Wine Country Festival, 3 Sisters Vineyard, Sat./Sun. 706-865-9463. 7 – FORT VALLEY – Spaghetti & Jazz, Austin Theater, 5:30-8 p.m. 478-420-0072. June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA

Chattahoochee Mountain Fair in Clarkesville The 36th Annual Chattahoochee Mountain Fair will be held September 9-17 at the Habersham County Fairgrounds at 4235 Old Toccoa Hwy in Clarkesville. The fair will open weekdays at 6 p.m., Saturdays at 9 a.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m. The fair will feature family entertainment including a midway carnival, livestock show, demonstrations, great food, arts & crafts, and musical entertainment on two stages this year. Art, craft, and canning contest winners will be on display during the fair. Cake walks will again be available. The Tams and The McKameys and many local groups will be featured. The WCON Talent Show will be back again on Monday evening. Hayes Dodge will present the Dodge Rodeo on the 9th and 10th. Sam’s Path Petting Zoo and BoBo the clown will be there every night. On Sunday Jennifer Hart and the Get Real Band will perform at 6 p.m. Special admission and ride prices for church youth groups with reservations will be featured again on Sunday. The Miss Chattahoochee Pageants will be on September 10. For information, visit www.chattahoocheemountainfair.org or phone 706-768-6890 or e-mail chattmtnfair@yahoo.com.

Perspectives Georgia Pottery Invitational in Watkinsville The 9th Annual Perspectives 2011: Georgia Pottery Invitational from August 26-Sept.14 will showcase the work of 50 potters from all corners of the state and will exemplify the finest ceramicists in Georgia. Featuring over 5000 pieces of pottery for sale, an Opening Reception Gala, a Preview Sale, educational exhibitions, gallery talks, workshops, free weekend pottery demonstrations, and studio tours, the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation will be hosting this three-week pottery event at the OCAF Art Center in Watkinsville. Rocket Hall (the Sales Hall) and the OCAF galleries will provide both novice patrons and veteran collectors an opportunity to select from the largest display of hand-made pottery in any one location. Held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, a portion of proceeds will benefit CERF, Craft Emergency Relief Fund. Perspectives 2011: Georgia Pottery Invitational is an annual event established by volunteers to recognize and promote quality utilitarian pottery produced by established Georgia potters and promote pottery as a craft and art form consistent with the OCAF mission. It is Georgia’s largest annual pottery exhibition and sale and highlights a wide collection of styles, forms, colors, and price range in contemporary functional pottery. For information, visit www.ocaf.com or phone 706-769-4565. MERRITT PECAN CO. ✩ HWY. 520 ✩ WESTON, GA

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June 7-11 – FORT VALLEY – Georgia Peach Festival. 478-420-0072. 10 – BLAIRSVILLE – Ceilidh Reception & Dinner, UMC. 877-745-5789. 10 – COLUMBUS – Georgia On My Mind, Visitor Center, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 706-649-7455. 10-12 – DAHLONEGA to DILLARD – N.E. Ga. Arts Tour Open House Weekend. 706-878-3300. 10-12 – HIAWASSEE – Antique Wooden Boat Show, Ridge Marina. 706-896-2262. 11 – ELLIJAY – 3 Rivers Music Jam/Atta Boys, Downtown, 6-10 p.m. 706-635-7400. 11 – GRIFFIN – June Jam 2011, Downtown. 770-229-6400. 11 – LUMPKIN – Military Through the Ages, Westville. 888-733-1850. 11 – MARBLE HILL – Von Grey Concert, Big Canoe Amphitheater. 770-893-1299. 11 – ROME – Symphony Orchestra, Darlington, 7 p.m. 706-291-7967.

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June 11 – SAUTEE NACOOCHEE – 12 Rivers Art Festival, Center. 706-878-3300. 11 – SAVANNAH – Asian Festival, Civic Center. 912-651-6417. 11-12 – BLAIRSVILLE – Scottish Festival & Highland Games, Meeks Park. 706-745-5789. 11-12 – CARTERSVILLE – Rockfest, Tellus Museum. 770-606-5700. 11-12 – CAVE SPRINGS – Arts Festival, Rolater Park. 800-234-3154. 12 – LAWRENCEVILLE – Willie Nelson, Coolray Field, 3 p.m. 678-277-0300. Bridal Show, Courthouse. 770-822-5450. 12 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Garage Band Concert, Lighthouse Lawn, 7-9 p.m. 912-638-4666. 16 – MONROE – Independence Day Concert, McDaniel Tichenor House. 770-266-5331. 16 – TYBEE ISLAND – 3rd Thurs./Amburgey & Hanson, Roundabout, 5:30 p.m. 912-786-4573. 16 – WARNER ROBINS – Salute to Robins Air Force Base, Museum of Aviation. 888-288-9742. 17-18 – DAHLONEGA – Christian Music/Karen Peck & New River, New River Pk. 706-864-2082. 17-18 – MINERAL BLUFF – Starlight Music in the Mountains Festival. 706-374-5465. 18 – BLUE RIDGE – Steel String Band, Lilly Pad Village, 8 p.m. 706-534-1317. American Corvette Show, Downtown. 706-632-2144. 18 – CARTERSVILLE – Big Chicken Chorus, Brown Conference Ctr., 7 p.m. 770-607-0610. 18 – ROME – River Jam, Ridge Ferry Park, 3:30 p.m. 800-444-1834. 18 – THOMSON – Sports Car Drifting, Gymkhava, Car Show, Airport. 706-597-1000. 18-19 – HELEN – Civil War Expo, Riverside Park. 800-358-8027. 21 – DOUGLAS – Summer Beach Bash, beside City Hall, 4-7 p.m. 912-384-5161. 22-26 – ATHENS – AthFest Music & Arts Festival. 706-548-1973. 24 – HELEN – Georgia Power Trio, River Mist Lodge, 6 p.m. 706-878-1234. 25 – APPLING – Mountain Dulcimer Workshop, Mistletoe St. Pk., 10:30 a.m. 706-541-0321. 25 – CORDELE – Watermelon Festival’s Main Day. 229-273-1668. 25 – ROME – Chieftains Cherokee/Celtic Culture Festival, Chieftains Museum. 706-291-9494. 25 – SAUTEE NACOOCHEE – Lawn Party, Community Center. 706-878-3300. 25-26 – BLAIRSVILLE – Mountain Fling Arts & Crafts, N. Ga. Tech. College. 706-896-0932. 25-26 – HIAWASSEE – In-Water Boat Show, Ridge Marina. 706-896-2112. 26 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Sam Rodriguez/ Latin Jazz, Lighthouse Lawn, 7 p.m. 912-262-6934.

Big Haynes Creek Wildlife Festival in Conyers The 5th Annual Big Haynes Creek Wildlife Festival will be held August 27-28 at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers. The outdoor festival will feature reptile shows, birds of prey, animal exhibits, hands-on activities, live entertainment, and artist market. For children there will be pony rides, inflatables, rides, a miniature train, and a craft area. The event will feature the Bass Tub, a large tank filled with Bass offering fishing demonstrations throughout the day. Wildlife Wonders will provide up-close encounters with wild animals, and Jason Clark of Animal Planet will recount wild and crazy reptile rescue stories. See native wildlife; shop for unique arts and crafts; and learn how Creek and Cherokee Indians lived off the land in the Living History section of the festival. The festival will highlight the Big Haynes Creek Nature Center with its walking trails, observation decks overlooking the wetlands, and canoe launch. Admission will be $5 with children ages 4 & under free. Free parking will be available across from the festival entrance. For information, visit www.bighaynescreek wildlifefestival.com or call 770-602-2606 or 770-860-4190 or 1-800-CONYERS.

July 3 – DAHLONEGA – Barefoot Ck., Buzzard Mt. Boys, Home Grown Revival. 706-864-6133. 1 – MONROE – Brothers of the Road Band: Tribute to Allman Brothers. 770-266-5331. June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA

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Peach County Puts the Peach in Georgia It has long been known that in Peach County, located almost in the Middle of Georgia, that there are four seasons – Fall, Winter, Spring, and Peach Season! Ask just about anyone who grew up in Peach County about their childhood memories and they will tell you, “I worked in peaches.” For well over a century, the peach packing center of Georgia has been known for the biggest, sweetest, and best of the summer fruit. In 2010, Peach County shipped close to 20 million pounds of peaches around the nation and around the world. From Lanes Southern Orchards to Masse Lanes, home of the American Camellia Society, to Jolly Nut and Pearson Farms, south Peach County is a place to visit and enjoy. In north Peach County, visit the Cow and Calf Art Gallery, Georgia Bob’s Cain River Vineyards, and the Peach Shops at Byron. Peach County is located on the west side of I-75 at exits 149, 146, and 142. Peach County is a great place to visit, a wonderful place to live, and the best of places to call home! For information, phone 478-825-3733 or visit www.peachchamber.com.

2 – CARTERSVILLE – Parrott Island Band, Friendship Plaza, 7-9 p.m. 770-607-3480. 8 – LAWRENCEVILLE – Scott Douglas Steel Drums, Cthse., 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 770-822-5450. 8-9 – SAVANNAH – Dollhouse Miniature Show/Sale, Coastal Ga. Ctr. 513-861-0704. 9 – FITZGERALD – Historic Fitzgerald Film Screening, Grand Theatre. 229-426-5033. 9-10 – CARTERSVILLE – Gun Shows of South, Brown Conference Ctr. 563-927-8176. 9-12 – COLUMBUS – Cool History/Civil War Surgery, Nat’l. Civil War Naval Museum. 706-3279798. 10 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Silver Lining Jazz, Lighthouse Lawn, 7-9 p.m. 912-262-6934. 15 – VALDOSTA – Art After Dark, Wine Down event, Photo Contest. 229-242-2600. 15-17 – AUGUSTA – Augusta Southern Nationals Drag Boat Races. 706-823-0440. 16 – WARNER ROBINS – Museum of Aviation Foundation Auction/Rafflle. 478-923-6600. 16-17 – DALTON – Eastman Gun Show, Trade Center. 800-331-3258. 19 – LAWRENCEVILLE – Ice Cream Sundaes/ Music, Courthouse, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 770-822-5450. 20-30 – HIAWASSEE – Georgia Mountain Fair. 706-896-4191. 23 – BLUE RIDGE – Annual Benefit Auction Gala, Arts Assn. 706-632-2144. 23 – HELEN – American Anodyne Concert, River Mist Lodge, 6 p.m. 706-878-1234. 23-24 – BLAIRSVILLE – Butternut Creek Festival, Meeks Park. 706-781-1221. 23,30,Aug. 6 – CALHOUN – Calhoun’s Got Talent, Harris Arts Center, 7 p.m. 706-629-2599. 29 – FITZGERALD – James Gregory Concert, Grand Theatre, 7 p.m. 800-386-4642.

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ComSouth Hambone Jam in Fort Valley The 7th annual ComSouth Hambone Jam will be held on Main Street in Fort Valley on Friday. September 9, and Saturday, September 10. Thirty-five plus teams from around the Southern U.S. will square off in a BBQ burn, and it’s going to be a fingerlickin’ good time. Teams will be competing for Georgia Barbecue bragging rights and $$$. Cash prizes, trophies, and plaques will be awarded for Grand Champion, Reserve Grand Champion, and First, Second, Third Place for Pork Loin, Pork Ribs, and Pulled Pork. The ComSouth Hambone Jam is recognized by the Georgia Barbecue Association as the Georgia State BBQ Championship. The Georgia Barbecue Association is the South’s newest up and coming barbecue competition sanctioning organization. Some of the best barbecue cooks are right here in the State of Georgia! Just a short time ago, the GBA was conceived by a handful of individuals who thought it was time to let the rest of the nation know that the best barbecue comes out of the South. Since that time, the Georgia Barbecue Association has grown to over 200 members, 100+ certified judges, coupled with 80+ competition cook teams, and those numbers are steadily growing with each new month. For more information, call Kathie Lambert 478825-5986 or visit www.hambonejam.com. July 29 – HELEN – Car Show & Shine for Cystic Fibrosis, Remember When Theater. 706-795-2264. 29-30 – HELEN – Folk Life Festival, Unicoi St. Pk. 800-573-9659, x305. 30 – CALHOUN – Guyegwoni:Cherokee Time of Ripe Corn Moon, New Echota. 706-624-1321. 30 – MACON – Bragg Jam Fest. 478-7431074. 30 – WARNER ROBINS – Charity Ball, Museum of Aviation. 478-919-0624. 30-31 – BLAIRSVILLE – Green Bean Festival, Downtown. 877-745-5789. 31 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Rob Denty Jazz, Lighthouse Lawn, 7-9 p.m. 912-262-6934.

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Explore naval operations for the North and South through displays of uniforms, artillery, firearms, personal effects, flags, murals, a 1 – MONROE – Kinchafoonee Cowboys timeline exhibit of the war at sea, ships and Concert. 770-266-5331. ship replicas, and a battle simulator theater. 2 – RICHMOND HILL – National Night Out, The Cool History programs will begin Gregory Park, 6-9 p.m. 912-756-2837. June 3-4 with “Captured! Combat Tours of the 3 – DAHLONEGA – Kurt Thomas, DownUSS Water Witch,” which will recall when town, 6:30 p.m. 706-864-6133. Confederate naval forces launched a raid to 4 – ALBANY – Comedy Night/Carl Hurley, capture the USS Water Witch which was Munc. Aud., 7 p.m. 229-423-1124. docked in Savannah. The next program on 5 – LAWRENCEVILLE – Aire Flamenco ConJuly 9-12 will focus on Civil War surgery and cert, Cthse., 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 770-822-5450. medicine at sea. Inventing a New Navy will be 6 – CARTERSVILLE – Foundations Concert, the theme of the August 6-7 program which Friendship Plaza, 7-9 p.m. 770-607-3480. will present a look at inventions and techno6 – HELEN – Gold Fever, Smithgall Woods. logical advancements in both Northern and 706-878-3087. Southern navies during the Civil War. 6 – SAVANNAH – Rockin’ Cigar Box Guitar Sea Ghosts: Tour of Haunted Port Concert, Ships of Sea Museum. 912-232-1511. Columbus will be offered the last Thursday of 6-7 – COLUMBUS – Cool History/Inventing each month at 8 p.m. These candlelight tours New Navy, Nat’l. Civil War Naval Museum. 706will highlight the more chilling artifacts in the 327-9798. museum as well as experiences of the 7 – COLUMBUS – Comic Book Show, CocaAlabama Paranormal Research Team and Cola Space Science Center. 706-649-1477. Effigy Paranormal. 11 – HIAWASSEE – Moonshine Cruise-In Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See coupon in ad Haulin’ Mash Kickoff Bash, Ridges Resort. 706on page 10. The museum is located at 1002 896-2262. Victory Drive, Columbus. For more informa11-13 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Beach Music tion, visit www.portcolumbus.org or phone Festival, 877-4jekyll. 706-327-9798. See ad on page 10 for coupon. June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA 23

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Big Red Apple Festival in Cornelia The 24th annual Big Red Apple Festival will be held in downtown Cornelia on Saturday, October 1, 2011, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This family-oriented event will feature live music, kids’ activities, arts & crafts, living history exhibits, a horseshoe tournament, car show, and plenty of regional cuisine to sample. The live music stage at the depot will showcase various musical acts and local entertainment to please all musical tastes. Jump on the hayride to the Historic Chenocetah Tower for a tour of one of the last stone fire towers in the state. All vendor applications can be found online at bht@ corneliageorgia.org or by emailing a request to bht@cornelia georgia.org. For more information, contact Heather Sinyard, Better Hometown Manager at 706-778-8585, ext. 280, or www.corneliageorgia.org. Visit Cornelia for the festival, the history, and the quaint north Georgia small town. Cornelia is conveniently located off Hwy 441/365 about 75 miles north of Atlanta (I-85 to I-985 which turns into Hwy 441/365).

August 11-14 – HIAWASSEE – Georgia Mountain Fly-In, Ridges Resort. 706-896-2262. 12-13 – HIAWASSEE – Ga. Mt. Moonshine Cruiz-In, Ga. Mt. Fairgrounds. 662-587-9572. 13 – HELEN – Sol Driven Train Concert, River Mist Lodge, 6 p.m. 706-878-1234. 18 – HELEN – Destination Helen Motorcycle Rally, Downtown. 706-878-0076. 18 – ROME – Civil war Symposium, Library, 6:30 p.m. 800-444-1834. 19 – LAWRENCEVILLE – Ice Cream Sundaes/ Music, Courthouse, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 770-822-5450.

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19-21 – CLARKESVILLE – N. E. Georgia Antique Car Show. 706-865-7777. 19-21 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Murder Mystery Weekend, J. I. Club Hotel. 912-635-2400. 20 – FITZGERALD – Grand Barton Organ Concert, Grand Theatre, 7 p.m. 229-426-5033. 20 – NORCROSS – Craft Market, Pinckneyville Park. 770-417-2200. 20 – ROME – River Revelry, Ridge Ferry Park, 6:30-10:30 p.m. 800-444-1834. 20 – SAVANNAH – Seafood Cookoff, Coffee Bluff Marina. 912-925-7474. 20 – THOMSON – Arts in the Alley, Journal Street. 706-986-1481. 20 – TURIN – Tractor Pull, 10 a.m. 770254-2627. 26-Sept. 14 – WATKINSVILLE – 9th Annual Perspectives Georgia Pottery Invitational, OCAF. 706-769-4565. 27 – CARTERSVILLE – Flintknapping, Etowah Indian Mounds. 770-387-3747. 27 – ROME – Dancing with the Stars (Local), City Aud.,7 p.m. 800-444-1834. 27-28 – CONYERS – Big Haynes Creek Wildlife Festival, Ga. Int’l. Horse Park. 770-860-4190. 28 – RICHMOND HILL – Elegance in the Park Bridal Show, City Center, Noon. 912-445-0043. 28 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Just Jazz Quintet, Lighthouse Law, 7-9 p.m. 912-262-6934.

September 9-10 – FORT VALLEY – ComSouth HamBone Jam, Main Street. 478-825-596. 9-17 – CLARKESVILLE – Chattahoochee Mountain Fair. 706-768-6890. 10-Oct. 30 – ELLIJAY – Apple Pickin’ Jubilee, Hillcrest Orchards. Weekends. 706-273-3838.

October 1 – CORNELIA – Big Red Apple Festival, Downtown. 706-778-8585, x280. Events sometimes change, so phone for information before driving long distances.

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Chattahoochee River Summer Splash Near Sandy Springs The 4th Annual Chattahoochee River Summer Splash on July 30 will be a cool event of the summer. Float in a kayak, canoe, or raft, and beat the heat in this six-mile journey of discovery down the Chattahoochee River. There will be music, food, and fun for the entire family at the Power’s Island Festivities. Park your vehicle at MEAG Power, 1470 Riveredge Parkway, located near Powers Island, and catch the free shuttle to Morgan Falls Dam to begin the river journey. Overflow parking will be available. The first shuttle is expected to leave MEAG Power at 8:30 a.m. The river journey may take approximately three hours, depending on the river’s current and how much time is actually spent paddling. The last shuttle to MEAG Power will leave Powers Island at 4 p.m. Take your own boat; or rent a kayak, canoe, or raft from one of the park’s authorized outfitters who will also provide paddles and U. S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices. The $3 entrance fee will be waived. The Summer Splash is hosted by Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism. For information, contact the Coast Guard station at 678-538-1200 or visit www.visitsandysprings.org or phone 866-511-7742.

Peppermint Pony Rides While planning a party, festival, corporate event, family reunion, or other special event, consider including in your lineup of entertainment the Peppermint Pony Rides. Owner Stan Davis guarantees horses and ponies that are always clean, and pays attention to detail; he will travel to any location, promises to be on time, and promises to leave your area as clean when he leaves as when he arrived. Packages include a 5 pony carousel, 4 pony carousel, and hand-led ponies. Raised on a farm in Dacula, Davis has spent many years working as a farrier and observing and interacting with a variety of animals including horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules. For more information, phone 770682-5789 or e-mail pponies1@excite.com.

Cane River Vineyard & GeorgiaBob’s BBQ in Byron If you are looking for a “True Southern Experience,” you can find it at Cane River Vineyard & GeorgiaBob’s BBQ in Byron at EXIT 149 off I-75. Known for their chicken salad & pulled pork, GeorgiaBob’s now offers award winning wines and gourmet gifts. The atmosphere in the Wine Tasting Room is quaint and without doubt spells the word “Southern.” For $5 you can enjoy five wine tastings and take home a beautiful collectible wine glass. The Vineyard’s award-winning Peach Country Peach is the first of GeorgiaBob’s signature wines and is available only at the Tasting Room. Not a wine drinker but looking for the perfect gift? Choose from wine purses (named one of Oprah’s favorites), jewelry, wine accessories, college collectibles, picnic packs, cookbooks, aprons, relishes, vegetables, salad dressings, and much more. While there let Cane River “Bill Browning” share the legend of Cane River. Step next door and enjoy “True” Southern BBQ. The fine food served at GeorgiaBob’s is a family tradition. There are locations in Warner Robins, Macon, and Byron. The Vineyard is open Mondays-Saturdays from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone 866-330-VINO for information or visit www.canerivervineyard. com. The BBQ Restaurants are open daily from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (close Sundays 8 p.m.). onesty is the first chapter For information, visit www.georgiabobs.com of the book of wisdom. or phone Byron at 478-654-6682, Warner Provide things honest in the sight of all men. Robins at 478-971-1341, or Macon at 478ROMANS 12:17 257-6710. Both the vineyard and restaurants GOD’S LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK Honor Books, Inc., Tulsa, OK offer free WIFI. June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA 25

4th of July Fitzgerald’s Independence Day Celebration Enjoy a fun-filled Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4, at Paulk Park in Fitzgerald enjoying old-fashioned contests, free hotdogs and cokes, and free balloons. There will be a watermelon eating contest and a greased pole contest for both children and adults with prize money for the winners. Entertainment will begin at 6 p.m. when a live band will entertain intermittently until dark; then a spectacular fireworks show will be held over the lake at Paulk Park. Take chairs and blankets and pack your coolers for a picnic. Make a weekend of it and enjoy some of the other interesting points in Fitzgerald. The Blue & Gray Museum has more than 1200 artifacts and tells the story of Fitzgerald and its Civil War roots. Visit the Fire Engine Museum and walk through Evergreen Cemetery where Yanks and Rebs rest side by side. Maps for the drive-by historic home tour will be available at the park. For more information, call 800-386-4642 or visit www.fitzgeraldga.org.

Douglas July 4th Freedom Fest Event For many years, the Douglas Exchange Club and the City of Douglas have partnered to provide the citizens of Coffee County and the surrounding areas with a July 4th celebration. Freedom Fest will include vendors, live entertainment, popcorn, hotdogs, cokes, and fireworks after dark. The event will be held on Monday, July 4, at the J. C. Adams Municipal Park. Gates will open at 5 p.m. “The Freedom Fest 4th of July celebration is a big deal in Douglas,” says Georgia Henderson, City of Douglas Central Services Director. “It’s a time for family tradition and to share our patriotic spirit! People have been coming since they were small children as well as individuals who have never attended this great celebration of freedom. It’s a tradition that we are proud to help the Douglas JULY Exchange Club carry on.” 1 – RAYSVILLE – Fireworks, Amity Recreation For more information about 4th of July Area. 706-597-1000. Freedom Fest, call the City of Douglas 1 – WARNER ROBINS – Independence Day Tourism office at 912-384-4555 or visit Concert, McConnell-Talbert Stadium. 7 p.m. 888www.cityofdouglas.com. 288-9742. 1-4 – ADEL – Fourth of July Weekend, Reed Bingham State Park. 229-896-3551. 1-4 – DAWSONVILLE – Independence Celebration, Amicalola Falls St. Pk. 706-265-1969. 1-4 – TALLULAH FALLS – Holiday Gorge Monday, July 4, 2011 Floor Hike, 10:30 a.m. 706-754-7981. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. 2 – AUGUSTA – Independence Day Celebration, Commons, 4-10 p.m. 706-821-1754. Georgia International Horse Park 2 – BLUE RIDGE – Fireworks Celebration, Lake Blue Ridge, 4 p.m. 706-632-2618. Conyers, GA 2 – CAVE SPRINGS – BBQ & Fireworks, Noon. 800-444-1834. Fireworks at Dusk • Patriotic Program 2 – DARIEN – Cannons Across the Marsh, Ultimate Air Dog Show Fort King George. 912-437-4770. Memories of Mayberry 2 – JULIETTE – Ol’ Time Independence Day Children’s Activities Celebration, Jarrell Plantation. 478-986-5172. Arts & Crafts • Vendors 2 – LUMPKIN – Independence Day, Car Shows • Food Westville. 888-733-1850. and Much More! 2 – McCAYSVILLE – Independence Day Celebration/Fireworks, Tater Hill. 800-899-6867. www.conyersfabulousfourth.com 2 – NEWNAN – Puckett Station Arts & Crafts Festival. 770-254-2627. 770-602-2606 or 770-860-4190

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Fabulous 4th Festival

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Celebrations Independence Day Concert in Warner Robins The annual Independence Day Concert will be held Friday, July 1, in Warner Robins at the McConnell-Talbert Stadium on North Davis Drive (I-75 exit #146). The program will include the Band of the Air Force Reserve Command performing with fivetime Grammy award winner Wynonna, described by Rolling Stone Magazine in 1994 as “the greatest female country singer since Patsy Cline.” CNN anchor Robin Meade will emcee the concert. The event is free. Take the family for a night of patriotic festivities as the Warner Robins community celebrates our nation’s birthday with music and spectacular fireworks. Visitors are invited to bring blankets, chairs, and picnics. No glass containers or alcohol will be allowed.Gates will open at 6 p.m., and entertainment will begin at 7 p.m. For further information, call the Warner Robins Convention & Visitors’ Bureau at 888-288WRGA or visit www.warnerrobinsga.gov.

JULY 2 – RICHMOND HILL – Fireworks, Gregory Park, 8 p.m. 912-756-3345. 2 – STOCKBRIDGE – Starlight & Fireworks, Panola Mt. St. Pk., 7:30 p.m. 770-389-7801. 2 – WASHINGTON – Our Confederate Heritage 1861, Robt. Toombs House. 706-678-2226. 2-3 – SAVANNAH – Great American Weekend, River Street. 912-234-0295. 2-4 – BLAKELY – 4th of July Weekend, Kolomoki Mounds. 229-724-2150. 2-4 – OMAHA – Fourth of July Celebration, Florence Marina State Park. 229-838-4706. 3 – HELEN –July 4th Mountain Style, Unicoi State Park. 800-573-9659, x305. 3 – KENNESAW – Tribute to Legends Concert & Fireworks, Depot, 6 p.m. 770-422-9714. 3 – TYBEE ISLAND – Independence Day Fireworks, Pier & Pavilion. 912-786-5444. 3 – WOODBURY – Lake Meriwether Fireworks. 800-337-1927. 3-4 – ATHENS – Classic City American Music Festival, Melting Point. 706-549-7020. 4 – ALBANY – 4th of July Celebration. 866750-0840. 4 – ALPHARETTA – July 4th Festivities & Fireworks, Wills Park, 3 p.m. 678-297-6100. 4 – ATHENS – Star-Spangled Classic, Bishop Park. 706-613-3589. 4 – ATLANTA – Peachtree Road Race, 404875-7275. Centennial Olympic Park 4th of July Celebration, 404-222-park. Lenox Square 4th of July Celebration, 404-233-6767. All American Celebration/Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Verizon Wireless, 8 p.m., 404-733-5010. 4 – BAINBRIDGE – Fly-By Radio Concert/ Fireworks, Boat Basin Pk., 7:15 p.m. 229-243-8555. 4 – BLAIRSVILLE – Independence Day at Vogel St. Pk. 706-745-2628. Fireworks at Meeks Park, 9:30 p.m. 877-745-5789. 4 – BLUE RIDGE – 3 Rivers Music Jam/ Kharisma, Downtown, 6-10 p.m. 706-635-7400.

4 – BRUNSWICK – Old Fashioned Celebration, Waterfront Park, 7 p.m. 912-262-6934. 4 – CARTERSVILLE – Stars, Stripes, & Cartersville, Dellinger Park, 770-387-2491. Fireworks Hike, Pine Mt. Trail, 770-387-5625. 4 – CAVE SPRINGS – July 4th Parade, 10 a.m. 800-444-1834. 4 – COLQUITT – Fabulous Fourth of July. 229-758-2400. 4 – CONYERS – Fabulous Fourth, Georgia International Horse Park. 770-602-2606. 4 – CORDELE – Fireworks on the Flint, Ga.Veterans St. Pk., 9:30 p.m. 229-226-2371. 4 – DARIEN –Cannons Across the Marsh, Fort King George, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 912-437-4770. Red, White & Blue on the Bluff Concert & Fireworks, 7-9:30 p.m. 912-437-4837. 4 – DECATUR – Pied Piper Parade, Concert, Fireworks, Downtown, 6 p.m. 404-371-8386.

Come and Celebrate

Freedom Fest 2011 Monday, July 4 JC Adams Municipal Park DOUGLAS, GA Gates Open at 5 p.m. Free Admission & Parking Live Entertainment • Food Vendors Fireworks after Dark! Sponsored by the Douglas Exchange and the City of Douglas

912-384-4555 www.cityofdouglas.com

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Conyers Fabulous 4th Festival The Fabulous 4th Festival on Monday, July 4, at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers will celebrate our nation’s independence with family fun, entertainment and fireworks. The event will feature arts, crafts, vendors, children’s activities, and live entertainment on stage. A patriotic program honoring the 10th Anniversary of the War on Terrorism will take place on the stage at 7 p.m. Guests can watch the Ultimate Air Dog Show as high-flying canines compete at long distance jumps and choose their favorite custom Corvette or Japanese car at the Corvettes in the Park Car Show and Nostalgic Japanese Street Fighters Car Show. Children can design their own patriotic brick at the Walk of Heroes booth in support of the Walk of Heroes Memorial Park. Kids of all ages can ride on the miniature outdoor railroad and also meet Barney Fife and Gomer Pyle as the entertainment group Memories of Mayberry joins the festivities. The event will conclude with the main attraction, fireworks, at dark. Admission and parking will be free. Blankets and lawn chairs will be allowed for prime fireworks-viewing. Coolers and pets will be prohibited. For more up-to-date information, phone the Conyers Welcome Center at 770-602-2606 or visit www.conyersfabulousfourth.com.

JULY 4 – DOUGLAS – Freedom Fest, Municipal Park, 5 p.m. 912-384-4555. 4 – DUNWOODY – July 4th Parade, 9:30 a.m. 770-817-8100. 4 – FITZGERALD – 4th of July Celebration, Paulk Park. 800-386-4642. 4 – GRIFFIN – Fourth of July Parade. 770229-6400. 4 – HELEN – July 4th Celebration, Festhalle, 4-9 p.m. 706-878-1908. 4th of July Fireworks, dusk, Downtown. 706-878-2181. 4 – JASPER – July 4th Celebration, Downtown. 706-692-1164. 4 – JEKYLL ISLAND – July 4th Family Celebration, 877-4jekyll. 912-635-2400. 4 – KINGSLAND – Independence Day Festival. 912-882-4000. 4 – MADISON – Independence Day Concert/ Picnic, Cultural Center, 7 p.m. 766-233-0598.

USAF Reserve Command Band

Independence Day Concert WARNER ROBINS Friday, July 1 – FREE GATES OPEN AT 6 P.M. Featuring Five-Time Grammy Award winner

Wynonna Special Guest Robin Meade Anchor, HLN’s “Morning Express with Robin Meade”

McConnell-Talbert Stadium

888-288-WRGA

4 – MIDWAY – Independence Day Colonial Faire, Fort Morris. 912-884-5999. 4 – PINE MOUNTAIN – Star-Spangled Beach Party, Callaway Gardens. 800-callaway. 4 – RICHMOND HILL – July Fourth Celebration, Fort McAllister. 912-727-2339. 4 – SANDY SPRINGS – Atlanta Concert Band, Heritage Green, 7-8:30 p.m. 404-851-9111. 4 – SAVANNAH – Celebration, Skidaway Island. 912-598-2300. Weekend Celebration, Harbor Golf Resort. 912-201-2000. 4 – SOCIAL CIRCLE – Independence Day Parade, Fireworks, Car Show. 770-464-2380. 4 – THOMASVILLE – Celebration/Fireworks, Remington Park, 6:30 p.m. 229-227-7001. 4 – VALDOSTA – Fourth of July Celebration, Mall, 9:30 p.m. 229-259-3507. 4 – WARM SPRINGS – Fourth of July in the Courtyard, Downtown. 800-337-1927.

4TH OF JULY

CELEBRATION PAULK PARK IN FITZGERALD, GA JULY 4, Starting at 4 p.m. Free Hotdogs, Softdrinks & Balloons For Children & Adults . . . Watermelon Eating Contest Greased Pole Contest • Prizes Treasure Hunt for Kids Starting at 6 p.m. Live Entertainment Starting at Dusk Fireworks

FITZGERALD 1-800-386-4642 • www.fitzgeraldga.org

www.warnerrobinsga.gov

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P Theatre P Music P Dance P 14TH STREET PLAYHOUSE Atlanta, 404-733-4738, www.14thstplayhouse.org

June 3-26

Life in the Park (Premiere)

ACT 3 PRODUCTIONS

Sandy Springs 770-241-1905, www.act3productions.org

June 17-26 Once On This Island July 28-31 Annie Jr. Aug. 12-21 Plagued–A Love Story

ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 404-733-4900, www.atlantasymphony.org

June 2, 4 June 9, 11, 12 Aug. 5

Oliverio Rachmaninov Puccini Madama Butterfly Jackie Evancho

AURORA THEATRE Lawrenceville, 678-226-6222, www.auroratheatre.com

Thru June 6 Aug. 4-Sept. 4

Over River/Through the Woods A Chorus Line

AGATHA’S Atlanta, 404-584-2211, www.agathas.com

Thru July 27 July 28-Nov. 2

Bachelor–Date with Death Next Bite at Twilight

ALPHARETTA CHRISTIAN THEATER Alpharetta, 678-371-3079, www.act1theater.com

July 15-Aug. 7

To Kill a Mockingbird

ART PLACE Marietta, 770-509-2700, www.theartplace.us

July 20-Aug. 7

Married Alive

BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY THEATER 706,632-9223, www.blueridgecommunitytheater.com

July 8-31

Little Shop of Horrors

CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS Atlanta, 404-873-3391, www.puppet.org

Thru June 12 June 14-July 17 July 19-31 Aug. 4-14 Aug. 18-Sept. 18

Jack & the Beanstalk Cinderella Della Circus Martha Speaks Frog Belly Rat Bone The Ugly Duckling

ATHENS COMMUNITY THEATER 706,548,3854, www.townandgownplayers.org

June 10-19 June 24-26 Aug. 5-14 Aug. 19-21

Twelfth Night The Party Bomb An Ideal Husband Spring Awakening

DALTON LITTLE THEATRE 706-226-6618, www.daltonlittletheatre.com

June 9-18

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

ELBERT THEATRE ATLANTA LYRIC THEATRE Marietta, 404-377-9948, www.atlantalyrictheatre.com

June 10-26

Elberton, 706-283-1049, www.elberttheatre.org

Aug. 19-28

Joseph Amazing Dreamcoat

Rent

BYRON 140 Cane River Drive 478-654-6682 WARNER ROBINS 1882 Russell Parkway 478-971-1341 MACON 4921 Riverside Drive 478-257-6710

Sample Georgia Wines and find a gift for that special someone in the country store and boutique! Try “True” Southern Barbecue Next Door At GeorgiaBob’s Barbecue Company June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA

P Theatre P Music P Dance P FORT GORDON PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE 706-793-8552, www.fortgordon.com

July 15-30

Here on the Flight Path

GEORGIA SHAKESPEARE THEATRE Atlanta, 404-264-0020, www.gashakespeare.org

June-July June-July July-Aug.

The Tempest Antony & Cleopatra Noises Off

HENRY PLAYERS McDonough, 770-914-1474, www.henryplayers.com

June 23-26

Lion, Witch, & Wardrobe

HABERSHAM COMMUNITY THEATER

NEWNAN THEATER COMPANY 770-683-6282, www.newnantheatre.com

June 18, 23 Aug. 25-Sept. 4

Nitwits Twentieth Century

PUMPHOUSE PLAYERS

Cartersville 770-387-2610, www.pumphouseplayers.com

June 11-25 July 23-31 Aug. 27-Sept. 3

Till Beth Do Us Part Tradin’ Paint Plaza Suite

ROME LITTLE THEATRE 706-295-7171, www.romelittletheatre.com

June 3-12 Aug. 26-Sept. 4

And Then There Were None Charlotte’s Web

Clarkesville, 706-839-1315, www.habershamtheater.org

June 10-18 June 21-31 June 24-26

The Trouble with Cats Joseph & Amazing Dreamcoat Gilbert & Sullivan Selections

NEW AMERICAN SHAKESPEARE THEATRE TAVERN Atlanta, 404-874-5299, www.shakespearetavern.com

June 2-12 June 16-31

Double Falsehood Complete Works of Shakespeare

NEW DEPOT PLAYERS Conyers, 678-374-3224, www.thenewdepotplayers.com

June 16-19 Aug. 11-21

Doubt: A Parable Little Shop of Horrors

SAVANNAH THEATRE 912-233-7764, www.savannahtheatre.com

June 3-Aug. 14 Country Star Revue June 4-Aug. 13 (Sat.) The Beat Goes On

SOUTHSIDE THEATRE GUILD Fairburn, 770-969-0956, www.stgplays.com

Thru June 12 July 21-Aug. 7

Sex Please, We’re Sixty Seussical! The Musical

SWAMP GRAVY Colquitt, 229-758-5450, www.swampgravy.com

June 17-25

Wizard of Oz

TATER PATCH PRODUCTIONS 62nd Annual

Jasper, 770-547-1096, www.taterpatchplayers.org

July 22-30

Peter Pan

THEATRICAL OUTFIT Atlanta, 678-528-1500, www.theatricaloutfit.org

June 3-25

Aug. 17-Sept. 11 The Green Book

BusinessWeek’s Best Place to Raise a Family • Georgia Special Olympics AUG.19-21 • SE Regional Little League JULY 27-AUGUST 6 (subject to change)

Cordele, Georgia Main Day of Festival June 25 Arts & Crafts • Parade • Train Ride • Dance Car, Truck & Antique Tractor Display • Entertainment Watermelon Slice Give-away • Fireworks • Pageant Watermelon Eating Contest • Seed Spitting Contest Gospel Music • Photo Contest • Taste of Melon 5K & 10K Races • Quilt Display • Puppet Show Fishing • Horseshoe Tournament • and Much More!

• GA Golden Olympics SEPT.21-24 • Mossy Creek Barnyard Festival OCTOBER 15 & 16 www.mossycreekfestival.com

Experience the Museum of Aviation 4th Largest Aviation Museum in the U.S., Free Admission

www.museumofaviation.org

1900+ Hotel Rooms • 105 Restaurants 1200 Seat Civic Center • Conference & Meeting Spaces

229-273-1668 • 866-426-3566

I-75 Exits 144 & 146

info@cordele-crisp-chamber.com

888-288-WRGA www.warnerrobinsga.gov

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September 3-5 DOWNTOWN

Families receive the “Royal Treatment” in Kingsland this Labor Day weekend Saturday & Sunday •5K Run (Saturday, 7:00 a.m.) •75+ Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles Vendors (12 n.-6 p.m.) •Catfish Dinners (begins 12 n.) •Free Entertainment on Main Stage •Family Amusement Area (begins 12 n.) (featuring pony rides, kiddie train, inflatables, bungee jump, mining attraction)

Monday •Pancake Breakfast (7 a.m.) • Parade (10 a.m.) •Paks Karate Demonstration (11:30 a.m.) •Antique Car & Truck Show (11:30 a.m.) •75+ Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles Vendors (9 a.m.-6 p.m.) •Catfish Dinners •Free Entertainment on Main Stage (begins 12:15 p.m.)

•Family Amusement Area (begins 12 n.) Sponsored by the Kingsland Community Betterment Program

912-729-4382 www.kingslandcatfishfestival.com June / July / August 2011 / www.guidetogeorgia.com / GUIDE TO GEORGIA