‘ s a i g r o e G
e m o R 2011 Spring
Calendar of Events
www.VisitRomeGA.org
Spring in Rome Springtime is the perfect time to visit Georgia’s Rome! With a plethora of events for every age and interest, you’ll be returning to Rome again and again as the fun never ends. Experience the Rome Braves, a minor league affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, as they make their season debut on April 7th and play through September at State Mutual Stadium. Find the full schedule at RomeBraves.com. Discover Rome’s diverse past through a Native American exhibit at Chieftains Museum and a civil rights exhibit at Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum. Watch Civil War history come to life through the Spirits of the Civil War tours & the Civil War Symposium series throughout the season. Explore new types of music at concerts held throughout the season: hear everything from world-acclaimed opera stars to up-and-coming musicians. A full listing of all events with information is found on the VisitRomeGA.org calendar. This website is also your #1 resource for planning your trip to Georgia’s Rome with hotel, restaurant and attraction information!
www.VisitRomeGA.org
March
Voices From the Trail, March 1 - 31 Exhibit, Chieftains Museum - chieftainsmuseum.org Freeman Town, March 1 - 31 Exhibit, Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum - berry.edu/oakhill Jolly Oink with Michael McGill, March 1 - 26 Exhibit, Imagine Hair Art Studio & Gallery - jollyoink.com Student Art Show, March 8 - March 31 Exhibit, Shorter University - shorter.edu Damon Denton, Piano, March 10 Concert, Berry College - berry.edu Top of the Murder to You, March 11 Dinner theatre, 333 on Broad - 333onbroad.com Gospel Show featuring The Le Fevre Quartet, March 18 Concert, City Auditorium - 678.986.1441 St. Petrick’s Day Parade, March 19 Pet Parade, downtown - 706.295.5576 Piccadilly Circus, March 20 Circus, The Forum - thefuncircus.com Michael Sylvester, Tenor, March 24 Concert, Berry College - berry.edu Corey Smith, March 26 Concert, The Forum forumevents.org Cabin Tales, March 27 Storytelling, Hearn Inn 706.291.9494
Visit www.VisitRomeGA.org for complete information on all events listed here!
April
Handicrafts, April 1 - 30 Exhibit, Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum - berry.edu/oakhill Voices From the Trail, April 1 - 30 Exhibit, Chieftains Museum - chieftainsmuseum.org Big Fibber’s Contest, April 1 Contest, Chieftains Museum - chieftainsmuseum.org Clocktower Tour, April 2 Free, Rome Area History Museum - 706.235.8051 Georgia Cup, April 2-3 Cycling, Downtown Rome - georgiacup.com Across the Big Pond, April 2 Concert, The Forum - romesownmusic.org Three River Singers, April 3 Concert, St. Peters Church - threeriversingers.org Rome Braves Season Opener, April 7 Baseball, State Mutual Stadium - romebraves.com Jazz Concert, April 7 Concert, Berry College - berry.edu Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, April 8-10, 15-17 Theatre, DeSoto Theater - romelittletheatre.com Spirits of the Civil War: Myrtle Hill Cemetery, April 9 Tour, Myrtle Hill Cemetery - thecivilwarinrome.org Cherokee Animal Tales, April 9 Storytelling, Chieftains Museum - chieftainsmuseum.org Chieftains Herb Sale, April 9-10 Plant sale, Coosa Valley Fairgrounds - chieftainsmuseum.org You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, April 12-17 Theatre, Shorter University - shorter.edu Cave Spring Confederate Memorial Day, April 16 Tour & Ceremony, Cave Spring - thecivilwarinrome.org Shorter Chorale, April 16 Concert, First Baptist Church - shorter.edu Steeplechase, April 16 Horse Races, Kingston Downs - atlantasteeplechase.org Civil War Symposium: Barry Brown & Gordon Elwell, April 21 Symposium, Rome / Floyd Library - thecivilwarinrome.org Clocktower Classic Handcycling Race, April 28 - May 1 Race, Downtown Rome - romegeorgia.org Rome Symphony Orchestra, April 30 Concert, City Auditorium - romesymphony.org Tri for the Kids Olympic Triathlon, April 30 Race, Downtown Rome - racerome.org Georgia Master Gardeners Conference, April 29-30 Conference, The Forum - georgiamastergardeners.org
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May Handicrafts, May 1 - 31 Exhibit, Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum - berry.edu/oakhill Voices From the Trail, May 1 - 31 Exhibit, Chieftains Museum chieftainsmuseum.org Tri for the Kids Youth Triathlon, May 1 Race, Darlington School - racerome.org Civil War Symposium: Mike McDougald, May 2 Symposium, Rome / Floyd Library thecivilwarinrome.org First Friday Concert: Broad & Third, May 6 Free, Bridgepoint Plaza - 706.236.4520 Waterfest, May 6-7 Festival, Ridge Ferry Park - coosa.org Big Cat Quest Fishing Tournament, May 7 Ridge Ferry Park - romegeorgia.org Culture on Broad, May 7 Arts Festival, Downtown - 706.295.5576 Clocktower Tour, May 7 Free, Rome Area History Museum 706.235.8051 Firey Fling, May 7 Beer Tasting, Oak Hill - berry.edu/oakhill 8th Regiment Band, May 8 Concert, DeSoto Theater - thecivilwarinrome.org Roman Roast on the River, May 13-14 BBQ Competition, Ridge Ferry Park - rfpra.com/romanroast Fancy Dancing, May 14 Performance, Chieftains Museum - chieftainsmuseum.org A National Tribute, May 24 Concert, City Auditorium - romesownmusic.org Memorial Day Parade, May 30 Parade, Downtown Rome - romanlegionltd.com
Call the Rome / Floyd Visitor Center at 800.444.1834 for additional information!
Location
Rome’s strategic location 65 miles from Atlanta & Chattanooga & two hours from Birmingham Atlanta makes it the perfect Augusta location in the Southeast for air travel or a Macon leisurely Columbus scenic Savannah drive. For directions from your hometown, Valdosta visit us online!
Rome
Visitor Center Rome/Floyd Visitor Center Last Stop Gift Shop
Stop by the Visitor Center located in a 1901 train depot or visit online to request a FREE Visitor Guide. While visiting our city, take a piece of Rome home from the Last Stop Gift Shop’s collection of signature gifts and apparel.
402 Civic Center Drive • Rome, Georgia 30161 800.444.1834 • 706.295.5576
www.VisitRomeGA.org