February

Comedy at Furkids

Come to Furkids and laugh your tails off for a great cause. Join us for Comedy Night.

Featuring: Joel Byars (headliner), Zac Hadlock (host), Danny Tran, Ryan Shriller and Brit Ammons. Tickets are $35 per guest and include an open bar and snacks. All proceeds benefit Furkids and our lifesaving programs.

When: 7-9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 24.

Where: Giaquinto Event Center at Shiloh Gardens, 5235 Union Hill Rd, Cumming, GA 30040

To purchase tickets, visit furkids.org/tickets/comedy-night

Jesse Williams LIVE | Etowah Meadery

Plan to visit Etowah Meadery in Dahlonega to see Jesse Williams performing live original music and darling cover tunes.

When: 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 25

Where: 3003 Morrison Moore Pkwy. E, Dahlonega, GA 30533

For more information, call (706) 8646323, or follow Jesse Williams LIVE | Etowah Meadery on Facebook

Cumming Farmers Market

The Cumming Famers Market features products that are all grown or produced locally in Forsyth and nearby counties, including beef and pork cuts, eggs, produce and more. You can also find raw honey, succulents, fiber arts, knitted and crocheted items such as socks, hats, shawls, dream catchers, key chains, earrings, and other gifts. Campfire Mobile Coffee is on hand for fresh coffee, lattes, teas and hot chocolate.

When: 8-11 a.m., Saturdays, October to May; 6:30-11 a.m., Wednesdays and Saturdays, June to September.

Where: 423 Canton Rd, Cumming, GA 30040

For more information, visit Cumming Farmers Market on Facebook. Ongoing event

March City of Jefferson

March 3: First Friday Small Business Spotlight

— Dr. Seuss and Dav Pilkey Birthday Party, ice cream and cake at Swirlees Frozen Yogurt and story time and Dragon’s Lair Bookshop;

March 18: Foliage Fest, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; City Park, Jefferson; music and vendors;

March 31: Cigars, Bourbon & Music, 7-10 p.m.; downtown Jefferson, King Daddy Pole Cats, bourbon, cigar rolling demos. Event is ticketed. For more information, visit www.cityofjeffersonga.com

Flowery Branch Farmers Market

Flowery Branch Farmers Market will have a Saint Patrick’s Day Farmers Market on Thursday, March 16. There will be green beer, food trucks, amazing vendors, and live music by Chris Hamrick.

When: Thursday, March 16

Where: 5210 Railroad Ave, Flowery Branch

For more information, visit flowerybranchfarmersmarket.com

Mountain Madness Trail Run

The Dawson County Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Mountain Madness” trail run gives local runners a chance to push themselves in a challenging 15K run while enjoying some of the beautiful scenery in the county. Registration is $55 per runner, and runners can sign up online.

When: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, March 18

Where: Fausett Farms, 11336 Highway 136 West, Dawsonville, GA 30534

For more information, visit bit.ly/3XZYD6l.

Bowen Center for the Arts Leather Making

Come out to the Bowen Center for the Arts to learn the art of leather making from local leather worker Tom Slavicek. Participants will learn techniques of cutting leather, using basic tools, and stitching styles and use them to make a leather shoulder bag, belt, passport wallet, journal, phone pouch, drawstring pouch, clutch purse, or tote. All materials and tools are provided, and the class costs $85 per person.

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 21 and April 4

Where: Bowen Center for the Arts, 334 Highway 9 North, Dawsonville, GA 30534

For more information, visit www.bowenarts.org/events.

Mutts on Main

Join us on March 25 for Mutts on Main, where downtown goes to the dogs. Pet-related vendors/artisans, sidewalk sales at local stores, and Pet Adoptions with the Hall County Animal Shelter are open throughout the day. Bring your pup pals downtown for a tail-waggin’ good time.

When: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., March 25

Where: Main Street Gainesville, 300 Henry Ward Way Suite 100, Gainesville, GA 30501 For more information, visit www.exploregainesville.org/mutts-on-main

Cumming Arts Center

Game of Clue Scavenger Hunt & Yard Sale. Purchase art supplies, art items and yard sale items, then figure out the clues to solving the mystery at the historic Brannon-Heard House that is the home of the Cumming Arts Center. Compete in the game of Clue Scavenger Hunt to win small prizes by solving the mystery of “who did it” and be entered to win an overall Grand Prize.

When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 25

Where: Cumming Arts Center, 111 Pilgrim Mill Rd., Cumming, GA 30040

For more information, visit Sawneeart.org.

Vickery Village Farmers and Artisan Market

Shop for local fruits, vegetables, meats, flowers, breads, jams and more.

When: 3-7 p.m., every Monday.

Where: 5920 Post Rd, Cumming, GA For more information, visit www. vickeryvillageshops.com, Vickery Village Forsyth on Facebook or Vickery Village Farmers Market on Instagram.

MEMORIAL DAY CAR SHOW

Saturday, May 27th, 8AM-2PM

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame

INDEPENDENCE DAY CAR SHOW

Saturday, July 1st, 8AM-2PM

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame

LABOR DAY CAR SHOW

Saturday, September 2nd, 8AM-2PM

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame

The 34th Annual Trout Tournament

Open to all ages. Entry fee includes two raffle tickets for all entries and a tournament T-shirt for the first 200 entries. Fish the Chattahoochee River for cash prizes in tagged fish.

When: 5 a.m.-5 p.m., April 1

Where: Helen, 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545

Flowery Branch Farmers Market

Come grab fresh winter veggies, locally grown beef, pork & eggs, baked goods, fresh seafood, honey, handmade gifts, and decor at the Flowery Branch Farmers Market.

When: 3:30-6:30 p.m., the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the Month

Where: 5210 Railroad Ave, Flowery Branch

For more information, call (770) 967-6371

Natural Egg Dyeing

Learn how to dye your Easter eggs the oldfashioned way with natural materials such as onions, beets, and turmeric on the Hardman Farm Historic Site. Eggs will be provided for participants and dying is free. Standard admission rates apply for grounds and house tours.

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., April 8

Where: Hardman Farm Historic Site, 143 Highway 17, Sautee Nacoochee, GA 30571

For more information, call 706-878-1077 or visit gastateparks.org/HardmanFarm

City of Jefferson

April 11: Jefferson Farmers

Market, 3:30-6:30 p.m.; 76

Sycamore St, Jefferson; April 21: Monthly

Community Dance, 7 p.m. lessons begin, dance begins at 7:30 p.m., Jefferson Civic Center, East Coast Swing, a very easy dance to learn and maximum fun. The cost is $15 a person at the door;

April 28-30: Jefferson Community Theater — Nunsense 2, Jefferson Civic Center, ticketed event.

For more information, visit www.cityofjeffersonga.com.

SUNSET SESSIONS: FREE LIVE MUSIC

EVERY WEEKEND STARTING IN APRIL

SUNSET SESSIONS: FREE LIVE MUSIC

SUNSET SESSIONS: FREE LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND STARTING IN APRIL

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL EASTER EVENT + ARTISAN MARKET ON SATURDAY, APRIL 8TH

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL EASTER EVENT + ARTISAN MARKET ON SATURDAY, APRIL 8TH

US FOR OUR ANNUAL EASTER EVENT + ARTISAN MARKET ON SATURDAY, APRIL 8TH

EVENT 1-3PM

EVENT 1-3PM

EVENT 1-3PM

ARTISAN MARKET 1-5PM

ARTISAN MARKET 1-5PM

ARTISAN MARKET 1-5PM BUNNY PHOTOS, EGG HUNT & MUCH MORE!

BUNNY PHOTOS, EGG HUNT & MUCH MORE!

BUNNY PHOTOS, EGG HUNT & MUCH MORE!

EVERY WEEKEND STARTING IN APRIL FOLLOW

Bear on the Square Mountain Festival

Dahlonega’s Bear on the Square

The Bear on the Square Mountain Festival is an incredible weekend of music and art held each spring in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains. Old-time and bluegrass music will fill the square. A juried artist’s marketplace features traditional mountain art and crafts. Visitors can enjoy extensive music workshops, a Sunday morning Gospel Jam, a street dance, a live auction, children’s activities, a heritage center demonstrating mountain traditions, and food.

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., April 15-16

Where: Dahlonega, GA 30533

For more information, visit bearonthesquare.org

Annual Lavender Plant Sale

Live Lavender plants of different varieties will be available at Lavendar Lamb Farm beginning in April and will continue through the end of June while supplies last. There will be instructions on how to grow Lavender and supplies for sale to help you grow your lavender as well. No tickets are required.

When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., April 15

Where: Lavender Lamb Farm, 176 Bugle Dr., Cleveland, GA 30528

For more information, visit www.lavenderlambfarm.com

Cumming Arts Center

April 15: “Love Is in the Air” Art Exhibit #1, 1st Floor Galleries;

April 26-June 24: “Let the Sunshine In” Art Exhibit #2;

April 26: Plein Air Painting Event — outdoors at the Cumming City Center/Muse Cabin. Instructor will be led by artist Mary Negron.

Where: Cumming Arts Center, 111 Pilgrim Mill Rd., Cumming, GA 30040

For more information, visit Sawneeart.org

Halcyon Farmer’s Market

Shop from over 30 local vendors with a variety of fresh produce, flowers, homemade jams and breads.

When: 4-6 p.m., every Tuesday starting April 18.

Where: Halcyon Forsyth, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005

For more information, go to visithalcyon.com

Ongoing event

Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started Tour

This Southern Belle and comedian from Tennessee will have you in stiches with her jokes.

When: 7 p.m., April 21

Where: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Rd., Hiawassee, GA 30546

For more information, visit bit.ly/3Y1hRIM

20th Semi Annual Braselton Artisan Festival

Every April and October, the three-day Braselton Artisan Festival brings more than 300 vendors, offering their best handcrafted, repurposed, home decor, jewelry, soaps, primitives, artwork, pottery, collectibles, and more. Food trucks and downtown restaurants will satisfy your taste buds and you may enjoy adult beverages and live music while you shop. The festival is pet friendly. Admission and parking are free.

When: noon to 7 p.m., April 21; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., April 22; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., April 23.

Where: 115 Harrison Street, Braselton, GA

For festival and vendor info contact Donna at 706-824-7204 or visit www.vintagemarkets.net

Food Truck FridaysGainesville

Food Truck Fridays include live music, food trucks, beer & wine tents, and retail vendors. Entry to the plaza and concert is free and open to the public.

When: 5-9 p.m., April 21

Where: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506

For more information, visit www. exploregainesville.org/food-truck-friday

City Center Spring Market

The City Center is partnering with tenant, Pieces and Peaches, to offer a seasonal Spring pop-up market at the City Center. The City Center Market allows up to 100 local businesses and artisans the chance to bring unique, high-quality items, like home wares and décor, fashion and accessories, and gift and food items. The market will be set in a festival-like atmosphere with live music and other entertainment, as well as games and activities for kids, along with various vendor booths.

When: 10 a.m., April 22

Where: 423 Canton Rd., Cumming, GA 30040

For more information, visit cummingcitycenter. com or on Facebook at Cumming City Center.

Jesse Williams LIVE | Etowah Meadery

Plan to visit Etowah Meadery in Dahlonega to see Jesse Williams performing live original music and darling cover tunes.

When: 2-5 p.m., Saturday, April 22

Where: 3003 Morrison Moore Pkwy. E, Dahlonega, GA 30533

For more information, call (706) 864-6323, or follow Jesse Williams LIVE | Etowah Meadery on Facebook

Spring Market at

The Collection at Forsyth

The Spring Market is a high energy, upscale Artist Market. Enjoy free admission and special events throughout the day. Vendors include Campfire

Coffee Truck, Kate’s Mobile Bar, Golden Gleam

Permanent Jewelry, free pictures with llamas, meet Princess Anna, get a floral arrangement by Pop Up Poppy and free face painting.

When: 1-9 p.m., Saturday, April 22

Where: The Collection at Forsyth, 410 Peachtree Parkway, Suite 146, Cumming, 30040

For more information, visit collectionforsyth.com

Pups in the Park 5K

Come out to Rock Creek Park to run in a 5K and help raise funds for the Dawson County Humane Society, a no-kill shelter dedicated to finding homes for the homeless dogs and cats. There’s also a 0K, where participants can bring a lawn chair, receive a T-shirt and number and watch runners at the finish line.

When: April 25

Where: Rock Creek Park, 445 Martin Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534

For more information, visit bit.ly/406iCBM

Bags & Bubbly

Bags & Bubbly is a designer purse raffle and silent auction benefitting Circle of Hope.

Everyone’s favorite MC/DJ, John Krippner, will provide all the fun, games and laughter. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be available. It’s going to be a night you won’t forget.

When: 6-9:30 p.m., April 27

Where: North Georgia Technical College

Industrial Technology Event Center, 1500 Hwy. 197 N., Clarkesville, GA 30523

For more information, email contact@gacircleofhope.org.

28-29 Memory Lane Classic Car Show

Classic Car Show featuring music, food trucks, arts and crafts, Swap Meet, and cool cars.

When: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., April 28 and 29

Where: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Rd., Hiawassee, GA 30546

For more information, visit georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

Boulder Dash 5/10K

A Fitness Run/Walk and Corporate Challenge. The course winds through an active quarry in Forsyth County, offering participants views of the working quarry face, ancient rock deposits, and massive equipment used to process, move and manage the rock.

When: 8 a.m., April 29

Where: 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive, Cumming, GA 30041

To sign up, visit bit.ly/3JsBwwK

Flowery Branch Farmers Market

Come grab fresh winter veggies, locally grown beef, pork and eggs, baked goods, fresh seafood, honey, handmade gifts, and decor at the Flowery Branch Farmers Market.

When: 3:30-6:30 pm, the second and fourth Thursdays of the month.

Where: 5210 Railroad Ave, Flowery Branch

Movie Under the Stars on the Green

The movie is shown downtown on the town green at 9924 Davis Street. Park for free across the street in the Braselton Parking Deck. Concessions will be available starting at 7 p.m. and some downtown restaurants offer to-go dinners and beverages. Movie starts as soon as it gets dark.

When: 7-10 p.m., May 5

Where: 9924 Davis Street, Braselton, Ga.

City of Jefferson

May 5: First Friday Small Business Spotlight

— Encanto Dance party for kids, Broadway Performing Arts;

May 6: Mommy & Me Tea — Jefferson Civic Center, ticketed event;

May 7: PorchFest, 2 p.m., Historic Preservation Month, porch music throughout historic districts;

May 16: Jefferson Farmers Market — 3:30-6:30 p.m.; 76 Sycamore St., Jefferson;

May 19: Monthly Community Dance — 7 p.m. lessons; dance begins at 7:30 p.m.; Jefferson; Civic Center, Country 2-step; $15/person @ door.

May 26: Freebie Friday — 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission to Crawford W. Long Museum. For more information, visit www.cityofjeffersonga.com

Railroad Days Festival and Parade

A parade will kick off the festival at 10 a.m., on Main Street. Participants are encouraged to begin lining up at 8:30 a.m. Live entertainment will be taking place on the stage near the Depot from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local businesses and organizations are invited to join the fun.

When: May 5 and 6

Where: Main Street, Lula Ga., 30554

For more information, visit www.cityoflula.com/railroad-days

25th annual Rubber Duck Derby - Boys & Girls Club of Lanier

Be part of the fun as more than 25,000 rubber ducks race for $20,000 in prizes including a $10,000 cash grand prize. Admission is free.

When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., May 6

Where: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506

For more information, visit www.duckrace.com/gainesville

Halcyon Forsyth Spring Artists Market

Shop from over 50 artisans with handcrafted items in a variety of mediums including jewelry, pottery, wood, home decor, pet products, candles and so much more. There will also be live music, cocktails, craft brew, brunch, lunch, snacks, and desserts. Well-mannered dogs are welcome.

When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 6 and 7

Where: Halcyon Forsyth, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005

For more information, go to visithalcyon.com or find Halcyon Spring Artists Market on Facebook.