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May 2007GGEEOORRGGIIAAGuideToTo
ARTS IN THE PARK FESTIVAL IN BLUE RIDGE
Volume 46 Number 9Monthly May 2007
CONTENTSMuseums, Antiques, & Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Georgia Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9
Cotton Hall in Colquitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
Fairs & Festivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-20
Georgia’s Peach Blossom Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Metro Atlanta Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22
Gardens & Nature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
ON THE COVERArts in the Park, featuring over 150 arts and crafts
booths, will be held in Blue Ridge during the week-
end of May 26-27. For information on this festival and
the many other festivals and special events planned in
Georgia, see the article beginning on page 12.
GUIDE to GEORGIA801 Nebula Rd., Manchester, GA 31816
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Patty Proctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Publisher/EditorDebi Richardson . . . . . . . . . . . . .Graphic EditorHayley Yawn . . . . . . . . . .Publisher’s Assistant
The GUIDE TO GEORGIA, founded in 1960, is thepremiere publication for information on activities andentertainment in Georgia. Ten issues are published eachyear, and the magazines are distributed in all 11 GeorgiaWelcome Centers, in local visitor bureaus, in hotels, andnumerous other outlets as well as to subscribers.Subscription is $20 per year. Contents are copyrighted andmay not be reproduced without permission.
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Fayetteville • 1675 Hwy. 85 N770-460-5862
www.DixieLandFunPark.com
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OPENINGEARLY
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The Southside’s Largest Arcade • Birthday Party RoomsOUTDOOR
Go Karts (3 TRACKS) • Dixie Zip Line • Scream’n Swing36 Hole Mini-Golf • Bumper Boats
Antique Car Track • Giant Slide4 Kiddie Rides • Drop Zone
Spider • Scrambler
Family Fun Center
Heart of Georgia Developmental Disabilities
BIG AUCTION!Friday, May 18, 2007
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Fitzgerald and the Blue & Gray MuseumLocated in a historical railroad depot, the Blue & Gray Museum tells through a documentary
and more than 1200 artifacts the remarkable story of Fitzgerald and its Civil War roots. The Hall ofHonor represents Shacktown where early pioneers lived while an exciting documentary, Marchingas One, celebrates the Yank-Reb harmony story. Fitzgerald was founded in 1895 by Philander H.Fitzgerald, a Union veterans’ pension lawyer from Indiana who was seeking a warm, receptive areaof the country where aging Union veterans and their families could retire in comfort.
Visit the Fire Engine Museum; tour historic homes and buildings; and view a variety of archi-tectural styles representing the settlers who came here from 38 states. Walk through EvergreenCemetery where Yanks and Rebs rest side by side. Delight in home-cooked foods. For informa-tion phone 800-386-4642 or visit www.fitzgeraldga.org.
National Civil War Naval Museum at Port ColumbusExplore naval operations for the North and South through displays of uniforms, artillery,
firearms, personal effects, flags, and Civil War ship murals. See an ironclad ram, blockade run-ner, gunboat, ship replicas, a paneled timeline of the war at sea, and a battle simulator theater.Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See coupon in ad on page 10. Located at 1002 Victory Drive,Columbus. For information phone 706-327-9798 or visit www.portcolumbus.org.
The June Cool History weekend on June 2-3 will focus on the Battle of Memphis which, onJune 6, 1862, was the largest fleet against fleet action of the war. Memphis was a commercialcenter and the location of a Confederate Navy shipyard. Opposing the U.S. fleet of ironclads andrams was a small flotilla of makeshift Confederate warships, some of them converted paddleboatsarmored with cotton bales known as “cottonclads.” The battle lasted 11/2 hours and was watchedby civilians from the bluffs above the city. The Union fleet captured or sank most of the Rebelforces with the survivors retreating south.
Weinman Mineral Museum in CartersvilleThe unique art of Cyndi Gusler in Conglomerate (thru May 19) appears from a distance to
include natural mineral formations but are actually conglomerates of colorful everyday objects thathave been recycled and reassembled in interesting ways. The 19th Annual RockFest will be heldMay 5 and will feature geology vendors, demonstrations, a Fossil ID Tent, panning for gemstones,and other activities. In the museum is one of the largest collections of gems, minerals, and fossils inthe S.E., exhibits on Ga. mining and gold, and a simulated mine tunnel featuring “glow-in-the-dark”minerals, crystal pockets, and gold veins. Outdoor exhibits include antique mining equipment, a rockgarden, panning for gold and gemstones, and digging for fossils. Open Mon.-Sat. 10-5. Adults $4;children $3; Seniors $3.50. www.weinmanmuseum.org. 770-386-0576. I-75, Exit 293, left on MineralMuseum Drive. (Present coupon in ad on page 11 to receive one free mineral specimen).
Scott Antique Market in AtlantaScott Antique Market in Atlanta has over
2400 booths overflowing from two buildings.Find Victorian and primitive furniture, vintagehardware, primitive furniture, rare art andprints, vintage clothing, nostalgic photographsfrom early TV and movies, antique Christmasdecorations, vintage musical instruments,glassware, pottery, porcelain, clocks, tools,campaign memorabilia, books, and more. Thisshow, always held the second weekend ofevery month, will be open May 11-13 and June8-10. Scott Antique Market has acquired a rep-utation for international, high end antique fur-niture. It is located in the Atlanta Expo Centerwhich straddles I-285 at Exit 55 (JonesboroRd.). Hours are Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. andSun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $3 for theentire weekend.The show has a variety of foodand plenty of free parking. Phone 740-569-4112 (office) or 404-361-2000 (show) or visitwww.scottantiquemarket.com.
MUSEUMS, ANTIQUES, AND ART
Blue and Gray Museumand so much more . . .in the City whereAmerica reunited
20 miles from I-75, Exit 82www.fitzgeraldga.org1-800-386-4642
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S.E. Railway Museum in Duluth“Ga.’s Official Transportation History Museum” has over 80 pieces of retired railway rolling
stock: trains from the 1920’s and 1950’s, vintage steam and diesel locomotives, passenger andprivate cars, WWII troop kitchen, railway post office car, wooden freight cars, maintenance ofway equipment, busses, and trolleys. The museum is home to MARTA’s historic bus fleet whichincludes busses from many of the predecessor systems to MARTA. Train rides aboard restoredcabooses are complimentary with admission.
The Museum’s 5th annual celebration of Armed Forces Day on May 19 will be a patrioticsalute to the men and women of the nation’s armed services. Activities will include games anda display of vintage military transportation vehicles. Active, retired, and reserve members of theArmed Forces will be admitted free. Open Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. With ad on page 22 onefree museum admission with admission of equal or greater value. Located at 3595Peachtree Rd. For more information phone 770-476-2013 or visit www.srmduluth.org.
SAM Shortline RailroadRiding in air conditioned, 1949 vintage cars, you’ll enjoy a mix of
romantic yesteryear with the excitement of today’s South. The SAMShortline extends 42 miles past pecan groves and scenic countryfarms. Along the way, it stops in five towns filled with fun attractions,restaurants and shopping (Cordele, Leslie, Americus, Plains andArchery).You can step off the train at any of these depots, catching itback on the return trip. Or better yet, spend the night in a charminghotel to resume your excursion the next day.
May excursions: Americus Adventure on May 4, 11, 18; PeanutExpress on May 7; Presidential Flyer on May 10; S.W. Ga. Arrow on May 17; Archery Exploreron May 12, 19, 26; and the AME May Day Express on May 5. Hot dogs, BBQ, ice cream, chips,popcorn, drinks and souvenirs are available for purchase on the train, and picnic lunches arewelcome. There are restrooms on the train, and a gift shop is located in the Cordele depot. Forinformation, call 877-GA-RAILS or visit www.samshortline.com.
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7th Annual
CountryGathering
IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWNPOWDER SPRINGS, GA.
June 2 & 39 A.M. - 5 P.M.
There will be a gathering ofAntique Dealers, Arts &Crafts Exhibitors, and
Historic Demonstrations,such as: Potter • BlacksmithBasket Weaver • Chair Caner
Frontier Trading PostGold Panner • And More!
Country Cooking, Kids Area& Live Music
Sponsored by the Historic DowntownMerchants’ Association of Powder Springs
& the City of Powder Springs
770-439-1780www.powderspringsevents.com
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May1-5 – SWAINSBORO – Pine Tree Festival.
478-237-6426.1,8 – MACON – Live at Five, Cox Capital
Theater, 5:30 p.m. 888-GA-ROCKS.2 – LINCOLNTON – Southern Gospel Night,
Elijah Clark State Park. 706-359-7970.2-3 – MACON – Man of La Mancha, Grand
Opera House, 7:30 p.m. 478-301-5470.2-6 – COLUMBUS – Fiesta Columbus, Civic
Center. 706-653-4472.3-5 – HOBOKEN – Twin Oaks Bluegrass
Music Convention. 912-458-2365.3-5 – LINCOLNTON – Lewis Family Blue-
grass Festival, Elijah Clark St. Pk. 706-359-7970.3-5 – WARNER ROBINS – A Man Called
Peter, Warner Robins Little Theatre. 478-929-4579.3,17,31 – AUGUSTA – Downtown Lunch
Date, Augusta Common, noon. 706-821-1754.4 – AUGUSTA – First Friday, Artists’ Row on
Broad Street, 5-10 p.m. 706-722-1028.4 – LUMPKIN – May Day Traditions,
Westville Village. 888-733-1850.4 – MACON – First Friday, downtown,
6-10 p.m. 478-722-9909.4 – ROME – First Friday Concert, Bridge Point
Plaza. 800-444-1834.4 – SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE – Jeff Mosier,
Arts Center. 706-878-3300.4 – SAVANNAH – First Friday Fireworks on
the River. 912-234-0295.
4-5 – AUGUSTA – Historic Downtown LoftTour. 706-724-0436.
4-5 – MADISON – Madison in May SpringTour of Homes & Gardens. 706-342-4743.
4-6 – AUGUSTA – South Pacific, ImperialTheatre, 8 p.m. 706-826-4707.
4-6 – SAVANNAH – Fine Arts on the RiverFestival. 912-234-0295.
4-6 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Antique Show,Epworth by the Sea. 912-269-2438.
4-25 – BLUE RIDGE – Blue Mountain Blue-grass Jam, Fri. 6:30-9:30 p.m. 706-258-2736.
5 – ALTO – Spring Fling Festival. 706-778-8035.5 – BLUE RIDGE – Smokie Mountain melodies
(barbershop), Fannin H.S. 706-781-6134.5 – BYRON – Battle of Byron Festival, down-
town. 478-956-5555.5 – CALHOUN – More Than a Taste and 1st
Int’l. String Band Festival, dwntwn. 706-625-3200.5 – CARROLLTON – Mayfest Arts and
Crafts, Adamson Square. 800-292-0871.5 – CARTERSVILLE – RockFest, Weinman
Mineral Museum. 770-386-0576.5 – CARTERSVILLE – 148th Annual May
Picnic, 11-3; Contra Dance, 7-10:30 p.m. HistoricStilesboro Academy. 770-386-6012.
5 – CARTERSVILLE – Cruize-In, 5:30 p.m.Rock & Roll, 7-9 p.m., downtown. 770-607-3480.
5 – CHICKAMAUGA – Down Home DaysFestival, downtown. 706-375-7702.
5 – COVINGTON – ArtStroll on Covington’sPorches. 770-786-8188.
5 – DAHLONEGA – Cinco de Mayo Festival,Olde Cannery Arts Center. 706-864-3711.
5 – DAWSON – Tour of Homes. 229-995-2125.5 – HELEN – MayFest, 706-878-2181.5 – INDIAN SPRINGS– Festival. 770-775-2493.5 – MACON – Macon Symphony Orchestra,
Grand Opera House, 7:30 p.m. 478-301-5300.5 – ROME – Cherokee Music Heritage Day,
Chieftains Museum. 706-291-9494.5 – THOMASVILLE – Kentucky Derby Party,
Osceola Plantation, 4:30 p.m. 229-226-6016.5 – WARM SPRINGS – 75th Anniversary of
FDR’s Little White House. 706-655-5870.5-6 – BRUNSWICK – May Fair, downtown,
Queens Square & Newcastle St. 912-554-1900.5-6 – DAWSONVILLE – 5th Annual Art in
the Garden Festival, Bowen Center. 706-216-2787.5-6 – GAY – 66th Cotton Pickin’ Fair. 706-
538-6814.5-6 – GRAY – War Days at Old Clinton. 478-
986-6383.5-6 – SNELLVILLE – Snellville Days Festival.
770-985-3535.5-6 – TIFTON – Love Affair Arts Festival.
229-391-4820.5-19 – CARTERSVILLE – Bluegrass Concerts,
Red Top Mt. St. Pk., Sat. 8 p.m. 770-975-4226.5-26 – DAHLONEGA – Appalachian Jam,
Sat. 2-6 p.m. 706-864-3513.6 – ATHENS – Jam for Justice Benefit Concert
& Silent Auction, Old Jail, 2-5 p.m. 706-613-2026.6 – AUGUSTA – Day in Country Cars, Crafts,
Music Festival, Riverfront Marina. 803-278-4TIX.
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May6-27 – AUGUSTA – Candlelight Jazz,
Riverwalk, Sundays, 8 p.m. 706-821-1754.7 – THOMASVILLE – Thomasville Tastes the
South, Cultural Center, 6 p.m. 229-226-0588.7-11 – VALDOSTA – Brown Bag Lunch
Concert Series, Courthouse Lawn. 229-259-3577.10 – COLUMBUS – Music of Cole Porter,
Rivercenter, 7:30 p.m. 888-332-5200.10-12 – NORTH GEORGIA – Escape With
Quilting, shops & towns. 770-536-3959.10-12 – OCHLOCKNEE – Bluegrass Festival,
Pickers Paradise Park. 850-264-6916.11 – ATHENS – Athens Symphony Pops
Concert, Classic Ctr., 8 p.m. 706-425-4205.11 – AUGUSTA – Blues & BBQ, Ezekiel
Harris House, 6:30 p.m. 706-722-8454.11 – CARTERSVILLE – Opera Road Show,
Grand Theatre, 8 p.m. 770-607-2002.11 – CONYERS – The Breeze (swing Jazz),
Pavilion, 8 p.m. 770-922-3143.11 – ZEBULON – Pimiento Festival. 770-
567-2029.11-12 – AUGUSTA – Augusta Opera’s La
Boheme. 706-826-4710.11-12 – BAINBRIDGE – River Town Days
Festival, downtown. 800-243-4774.11-12 – THOMASVILLE – Broadway Show
Tunes, Municipal Auditorium. 229-224-2689.11,25 – ATHENS – Athens 441 Concerts,
Morton Theatre, 8 p.m. 706-613-3771.
12 – ABBEVILLE – Ocmulgee Wild HogFestival. 229-467-2144.
12 – AUGUSTA – WRDW Family Fair,Augusta Common. 706-821-1754.
12 – BLAIRSVILLE – CCC Reunion, VogelState Park, 10 a.m. 706-745-2628.
12 – BLUE RIDGE – Ga. Mountain Classic CarShow, downtown. 800-899-6867.
12 – BREMEN – Antique Car Cruise. 770-537-5594.
12 – CARTERSVILLE – Woodland Barbacoa,Etowah Indian Mounds, 6-10 p.m. 770-387-3747.
12 – CLEVELAND – Meaders HomeplacePottery Celebration. 706-219-4836.
12 – DALTON – Downtown Dalton ClassicCar Cruise-In. 706-278-3332.
12 – MACON – David Grier, Mike Compton,& Co., Grand Opera House. 478-742-2000.
12 – NEWNAN – Car Show Camp Dreams,fairgrounds. 770-254-2685.
12 – PAVO – Peacock Day Fest. 229-228-7977.12 – STOCKBRIDGE – Ole Stockbridge Days,
downtown. 800-436-7926.12 – THOMSON – Blind Willie McTell Blues
Festival. 706-597-1000.12 – VALDOSTA – Lofts & Lifestyles, down-
town. 229-259-3577.12 – WASHINGTON – Cruise-in on the Square
Antique Car Show, Courthouse. 706-678-3513.12-13 – CANTON – Indian Festival & Mother’s
Day Pow-Wow, Bowling Park, 770-735-6275.
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Colquitt will be busy this summer as CottonHall opens its doors to three new productions dur-ing June and July.
Swamp Gravy Songbook will bebrought to life June 5-16 on Tuesdaysand Thursdays-Saturdays at 2:30 and7:30 p.m. The show, a professionalproduction with local artists, will fea-ture favorite songs from the past 14Swamp Gravy productions. Laughand cry as you join the journey oftwo local families struggling to survive and livetogether during the great drought days of Colquitt.
Peter Pan, directed by 16-year-old Will
Murdock with a cast of local children, will be pre-sented Friday, June 22, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday,
June 23, at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.May-Haw returns July 20-21 and
27-28 and will feature original skitsand live music performed by localmusicians with jokes from the corn-field and church and communityupdates. It will serve as a fundraiserfor the Colquitt/Miller Arts Council.
For more information on any Cotton HallProductions, visit www.swampgravy.com. Toorder tickets, call (229) 758-5450.
Cotton Hall Has A Busy Summer Season
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May12-13 – TYBEE ISLAND – Arts and Crafts
Festival, Memorial Park. 800-868-2322.14-15 – COLUMBUS – Jesus Christ Superstar,
Rivercenter, 7:30 p.m. 888-332-5200.14-15 – HIAWASSEE – Bluegrass Festival,
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. 706-896-4966.15 – ST. SIMONS – Harry O’Donoghue,
Lighthouse Lawn, 7 p.m. 912-638-4666.16 – AUGUSTA – Jesus Christ Superstar, Bell
Auditorium, 8 p.m. 706-722-3521.16 – CONYERS – Ga. Music Fest-Music With-
out Borders. Ga. Int’l Horse Park. 770-860-4190.16-19 – COCHRAN – Bluegrass Festival at
Hillside Bluegrass RV Park. 478-934-6694.18 – CALHOUN – Concert in the Park,
downtown. 706-625-3200.18 – WARNER ROBINS – Heart of Georgia
DDM Auction, Watson Central Shopping Ctr., 5-10 p.m. 478-953-2992
18-19 – CARTERSVILLE – Duck Derby VIConcert & Festival, Riverside Park. 770-387-1143.
18-19 – CLARKESVILLE – Mountain LaurelFestival. 706-754-4216.
18-20 – CUMMING – Lakewood 400Antiques Market. 770-889-3400.
19 – ATHENS – Upstairs-Downstairs Her-itage Tour of Downtown Athens. 706-353-1801.
19 – BRUNSWICK – Tour of Homes, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 912-270-3253.
19 – BUCHANAN– Fair on Square. 770-537-5594.
19 – CARTERSVILLE – Native AmericanSurvival Skills, Etowah Mounds. 770-387-3747.
19 – CRAWFORD – BBQ and Concert in thePark, Depot. 706-743-3113.
19 – DOUGLAS – Hometown TourismFestival, Welcome Center. 912-384-4555.
19 – KNOXVILLE – Georgia JugFest. 478-836-3825.
19 – McDONOUGH – Geranium Festival,Square. 770-898-3196.
19 – SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE – JohnMcCutcheon, Arts Center, 8 p.m. 706-878-3300.
19 – VILLA RICA – Golden City Cruisers,downtown. 678-785-1014.
19 – WARM SPRINGS – Tour of Flags &Stones, FDR’s Little White House. 706-655-5870.
19-20 – BALL GROUND – Heritage Festival.770-735-4492, 770-735-1142.
19-20 – DAHLONEGA – Mountain FlowerArt Festival. 706-864-3513.
19-20 – KENNESAW – All Aboard Days atSouthern Museum. 770-427-2117.
19-20 – RESACA – 143rd Anniversary ofBattle of Resaca. 800-887-3811.
20 – COLUMBUS – Arts in the Park, Lake-bottom Park. 706-327-9533.
20 – CONYERS – Ga. Festival Chorus,Monastery of Holy Spirit, 3 p.m. 770-602-2606.
25-26 – RINGGOLD – 1890’s Day Jamboree,downtown. 706-935-3061.
25-27 – ADEL – Memorial Day Weekend,Reed Bingham St. Pk. 229-896-3551.
25-28 – HELEN – Memorial Day Blast, UnicoiState Park. 800-573-9659.
25-29 – McRAE – Memorial Day Mayhem,Little Ocmulgee St. Pk. 229-868-7474, x6027.
26 – ALTO – Day at Fort Hollingsworth. 706-754-4538.
26 – AUGUSTA – Gospel Fest, RiverwalkAmphitheater. 706-724-5850.
26 – CLEVELAND – Jazz & Fine Arts Fest,Square. 706-892-5993.
26 – EVANS – Red, White, and Blue Celebra-tion, Columbia County Justice Ctr. 706-312-7191.
26 – JULIETTE – Family Farm Day, JarrellPlantation. 478-986-5172.
26 – LOCUST GROVE – Locust Grove Days,downtown. 770-957-5043.
26 – PINE MOUNTAIN – Day with Black-smiths. Bluegrass Band. FDR St. Pk. 706-663-4858.
BLAIRSVILLESCOTTISH FESTIVAL& HIGHLAND GAMES
BLAIRSVILLESCOTTISH FESTIVAL& HIGHLAND GAMES
June 8, 9, 10, 2007MEEKS PARK
Friday, June 8Ceilidh Reception at
North Georgia Technical College
• Kilted Golf Classic
Saturday, June 9Clan tents • Highland Games competition
• Pipe bands • Scottish music •Highland
dancing • Border Collie sheep herding
• Vendors—Scottish food & merchandise
Sunday, June 10Worship Service & Kirkin’ of the Tartans
• Field events concluded
For additional information contactBlairsville-Union Chamber of Commerce
1-877-745-5789www.blairsvillescottishfestival.com
4th Annual
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DIXIELAND FUN PARKoffers fun for the entirefamily with go-karts,bumper boats, mini-golf,batting cages, laser tag, zipline, giant swing, arcade,Scream’n Swing, Scrambler,Spider, playmaze, and more.The Drop Zone is picturedhere. Located four milessouth of Riverdale on GA85. For information call770-460-5862 or visit www.dixielandfunpark.com.
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May26 – SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE – 18th Annual
Pig-Out, Art Center, 11:30 a.m. 706-878-1001.26 – SAVANNAH – War of Jenkins Ear,
Wormsloe. 912-353-3023.26 – STOCKBRIDGE – Music in Memorial
Park. 800-436-7926.26 – TOCCOA – Poke Sallit Festival, Emory
Johnson Park. 706-886-2132.26-27 – BLUE RIDGE – Arts in the Park,
downtown. 706-632-2144.26-27 – LUMPKIN – 1836 Creek Indian War,
Westville Village. 888-733-1850.26-27 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Memorial
Day Antique Show, Pier Village, 912-264-3254.26-27 – WATKINSVILLE – Southworks Fine
Arts Festival, downtown. 706-769-4565.26-28 – HARTWELL – Bluegrass Festival,
Clem’s Shoal Creek Music Park. 706-356-1092.26-28 – LAWRENCEVILLE – American
Indian Festival, fairgrounds. 770-963-6522.26-28 – OMAHA – Memorial Day Celebra-
tion, Florence Marina St. Pk. 229-838-4706.26-28 – WARM SPRINGS – Memorial Day
Celebration, dwntwn, 800-337-1927. Memorial DayObservance at Little White House, 706-655-5870.
27 – ATHENS – Memorial Day in MemorialPark Celebration, 1-4 p.m. 706-613-3616.
27 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Phil Morrison Trio& Keith Williams, lighthouse, 7 p.m. 912-262-6934.
28 – AUGUSTA – Memorial Day Concert, River-walk Amphitheater, 7 p.m. Free. 706-821-1754.
28 – LUMPKIN – Memorial Day Activities,Providence Canyon St. Pk., 1-4 p.m. 229-838-6202.
28 – MIDWAY – Memorial Day Commem-oration, Ft. Morris. 912-884-5999.
28 – SENOIA – Memorial Day Celebration &Parade. 800-826-9382.
31-June 2 – HELEN – Atlantic Hot AirBalloon Race & Festival. 800-858-8027.
June1 – COLUMBUS – Ga. On My Mind Day,
Georgia Visitor Ctr., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 706-649-7455.1-2 – ALMA – Georgia Blueberry Festival,
Goldwasser Park. 912-632-5859.1-2 – GRAY – Daylily Festival, Pecan Orchard
at Gray Elementary. 478-986-5362. 2 – EATONTON – Putnam County Dairy
Festival, Square. 706-485-8112, 706-485-6757.2-3 – LaGRANGE – Hydrangea Festival. 706-
884-8671.2-3 – POWDER SPRINGS – The Country
Gathering, downtown. 770-439-1780.2-3 – RINGGOLD TO MARIETTA – Dixie
Highway 90-Mile Yard Sale. 800-733-2280.8-10 – BLAIRSVILLE – Scottish Festival &
Highland Games, Meeks Park. 877-745-5789.9 – MONROE – Crepe Myrtle Festival. 770-
868-5137.9-23 – CORDELE – Watermelon Days. 866-
426-3566.
16 – BYRON – Georgia Peach Festival. 478-825-4002.
22-23 – FORT VALLEY – Georgia PeachFestival, downtown. 478-825-4002.
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GRAY STATION BETTER HOMETOWN 4TH ANNUAL
Daylily FestivalJune 1-2
Pecan Orchard at Gray Elementary
Friday, 5-9 p.m.5K Road Race • 1M Fun Run • Bingo
Tractor Parade • Food • Live EntertainmentSaturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Arts & Crafts • Chainsaw Carving • FoodContinuous Live Entertainment • Children’s Activities
Teddy Bear Walk for Kids at 11 a.m.Pony Rides • Horseshoe Tournament
Farmers’ Plant & Produce Market– 18 & Older / $1.00 –
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Daylily Festival
Friday, 5-9 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Peach Blossom TrailFor 16 weeks during the
heat of the Georgia summer,locally grown Georgia peachesare available fresh off the treeand direct to the consumer.
The first Georgia peacheswere grown on St. SimonsIsland in the mid-1700’s. Themost popular varieties, vari-ations of the Elberta Peach,were introduced in the late 1800’s. Today over 40varieties of peaches are commercially grown in thePeach State. In a good season 150 million poundsof peaches can be produced in Georgia with aneconomic impact of over $50 million dollars.
Producing almost 85% of the peaches grownin Georgia are the counties along Georgia’s PeachBlossom Trail: Clayton, Henry, Spalding, Lamar,Monroe, Crawford, Peach, and Houston Counties.The Trail, measuring just over 100 miles, stretchesfrom Clayton County, just south of Atlanta, toHouston County in middle Georgia. It runs paral-lel to I-75 along US 41 and US 341 and offers analternative to the traffic of I-75.
From May until August, the fresh GeorgiaPeach is available at local packing facilities, fromroadside stands, and from local food markets.Three packing sheds in Crawford and PeachCounties offer the chance to see peaches graded,sized, and packed for consumption. Fresh fruit isavailable along with a variety of peachy productsand freshly churned peach ice cream. For informa-tion visit www.peachblossomtrail.com.
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Sports SchedulesSports Schedules
SOCCER(See tournaments at www.usyouthsoccer.org
and www.soccerga.com)
ARENA FOOTBALLHome Schedules
GEORGIA FORCEMay 4 . . . . . . . . .ORLANDOMay 26 . . . . . . .TAMPA BAY
770-965-4348www.georgiaforce.com
S. GA. WILDCATSMay 12 . . . . . . . . . .FLORIDAJune 2 . . . . .CORPUS CRISTI
229-435-0205 www.southgawildcats.com
COLUMBUS LIONSMay 4 . . . .DAYTONA BEACHMay 12 . . . . . . . . .AUGUSTA
706-494-8330www.columbuslions.net
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WATER SPORTSMay 4-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CRBI Waterfest VII
Ridge Ferry Park, Rome, 706-232-2724May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Women’s Canoe Excursion
Tallulah Gorge St. Pk., Tallulah Falls, 706-754-7981May 5-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aesthetic Water Releases
Tallulah Gorge St. Pk., Tallulah Falls, Sat. & Sun. 706-754-7981May 11-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Canoeing Excursion
Red Top Mt. St. Pk., Cartersville, 770-975-4226May 18-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prowake Board Tour
Lake Allatoona, Acworth, 407-628-4802May 25-27 . . . . . Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament
Callaway Gardens, 800-225-5292
BIKINGMay 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dirty Spokes Mt. Bike Race
Ft. Yargo St. Pk., Winder, 770-867-3489May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cycle Tour, Warrenton, 706-465-9604May 10-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Great Southern Bike Rally
Douglas Motor Sports Park, Nicholls, 912-384-4555May 19. . . . . . . . . . . . Tour de Lake Bicycle Ride (25, 50, 70, 100)
Earl Cook Park, West Point Lake, LaGrange, 706-884-0892May 19-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jekyll Island Challenge, 877-4jekyllMay 19-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Hours of Conyers (mt. bike racing)
Ga. Int’l Horse Park, Conyers, 770-602-2606May 26-27 . . . . . . .Challenge of Centuries Bike
Ride, Hartwell, 706-376-8590
May 27 . . . . .Green Tour (5M, 12M, 30M, 60M)Hitson Memorial Complex, Sandy Springs
404-252-9352
AUGUSTA SPARTANSMay 17 . . . .DAYTONA BEACHMay 24 . . . . . . . . . .OSCEOLA
706-828-6888augustaspartansfootball.com
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ATLANTA BRAVESMay 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . .PHILLIESMay 4-6 . . . . . . . . .DODGERSMay 7-10 . . . . . . . . . .PADRESMay 22-24 . . . . . . . . . . .METSMay 25-27 . . . . . . . . .PHILLIES
404-577-9100www.atlantabraves.com
AUGUSTA GREENJACKETSMay 8-11 . . . . . . .COLUMBUSMay 17-20 . . . . . . . .HICKORYMay 29-June 1 .GREENSBORO
706-736-7889www.greenjacketbaseball.com
COLUMBUS CATFISHMay 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . .ROMEMay 4-6 . . . . . .CHARLESTONMay 12-15 . . . . . . . . . .ROMEMay 21-24 . . . .CHARLESTONMay 25-28 . . . . .SAVANNAH
706-751-8866www.columbuscatfish.com
ROME BRAVESMay 8-11 . . . . . . . .ASHEVILLEMay21-24 . . . . . .SAVANNAHMay 25-28 . . . .CHARLESTON
706-378-5144www.romebraves.com
SAVANNAH SAND GNATSMay 1-3 . . . . . .CHARLESTONMay 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . .ROMEMay 12-15 . . . .KANNAPOLISMay 16-19 . . . . . .COLUMBUSMay 29-June 1 . . . . . . .ROME
912-351-9150www.sandgnats.com
HIKES & RUNSMay 5 . .29th Annual Lake Hartwell Dam Run
(5K, 10K), 8:30 a.m., 706-376-8590
May 12 .Brooks Best 5K/10K/1M, 770-719-8150
May 19 . . . . . .10th Annual Mayor’s Challenge Road Race, Alpharetta, 678-297-6078
May 26 . . . . . . . . .Downtown Dash at Dusk 5KCanton, 770-479-9462
May 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loop the Lake 5K & 1MCordele, 229-888-8989
May 28 . . . . . . . . . .Celebrate America 5K/10KAlpharetta, 678-795-0115
(See more races at www.atlantatrackclub.org)
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From mainland Brunswick discoverthe charms of St. Simons Island, Sea Island,
Little St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island. You’ll findbreathtaking beauty, rich history, warm hospitality.Miles of sun-drenched beaches, 216 holes of golf,
tennis, fishing, water sports,casino/cruise ship and glorious
year ’round weather. Plusaccommodations to fit everybudget, including camping.
For your free 80-page Visitors Guidecall 800-933-COAST (2627)
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EQUESTRIAN & LIVESTOCK SHOWSMay 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horse Fair, FDR St. Pk., Pine Mountain,706-663-4858
May 5 . . . . . . Thomas County 4-H Open Horse Show, Pike Creek Ranch Arena, Pavo, 229-225-4130
May 25-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Silver Hills Rodeo, Rome, 800-444-1834
RACINGAtlanta Dragway . . . . . . .Commerce, 770-682-3782
www.atlantadragway.comDouglas Motor Sports Park . . . . . . . .Nicholls
912-384-4555Oglethorpe Speedway Park . .Pooler, 912-964-8200
www.ospracing.netRoad Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . .Braselton, 800-849-RACE
www.roadatlanta.comSilver Dollar Raceway . . . .Reynolds, 478-847-4414
www.silverdollarraceway.com
ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAYHampton, 770-946-4211, atlantamotorspeedway.com
May 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Southern Auto Classic
May 11, 18, June 1 . . . . . . . . . .Friday Night Drags
May 25-27 . . . . . . . .Motorcycle & Music Festival
GOLFMay 5-6 . . . . . .Arthur Bacon Golf Tournament
Fox Creek Golf Course, Smyrna, 770-431-2842
May 7 . . .Give Kids the World Tourny, CountryOaks Golf Course, Thomasville, 229-227-7691
May 11 . . . . . . . .Easter Seals Golf TournamentBull Creek Golf Course, Columbus, 706-660-1144
May 14 . . . . . . . .Samaritan House Golf ClassicBear’s Best, Atlanta, 404-523-1239
May 14-20 .38th Bell South Classic PGA at TPC,Sugarloaf Country Club, Duluth, 770-951-8777
May 17 . . . . . .Howard Jones Golf TournamentFields Ferry Golf Course, Calhoun, 706-629-7493
May 22-24 . . . . . . . . .Greater Atlanta Women’s Amateur Championship, White Columns
Country Club, Alpharetta, 770-955-4272
GEORGIA INT’L HORSE PARKConyers, 888-860-4224, www.conyersga.com
May 5-6. . . . . . . . . . . Good Horseman’s Dressage
May 10-12 . . . . . . . . . . . Dixie Cup Spring Classic
May 16-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlanta Spring Premier
May 23-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hunter/Jumper Show
FISHINGMay 5 . . . . . . .Kids Fishing Derby, Gan. Coffee
St. Pk., Nicholls, 9-12 noon, 912-384-7082
May 12 . . . .Tybee Island Fishing Tournament912-786-7472
May 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Youth Fishing DaysSmithgall Woods, Helen, 706-878-3087
MISCELLANEOUSMay 4-5 . . .My First & My Next Triathlons (1stTimers), Lake Lanier Islands Resort, 800-840-5253
May 12 . . . .Tri the Parks Triathlon (swim, bike, run), Ft. Yargo St. Pk., Winder, 770-867-3489
May 12 . . . . . . . . . .Tree Climbing Rendezvous: open climb, FDR St. Pk., Pine Mt., 706-663-4858
May 12-13 . . . . . . . . . .Build Your Own ShelterMistletoe St. Pk., Appling, 706-541-0321
May 13 . .Callaway Gardens Duathlon (5K run/ 30K bike/5K run), Pine Mt., 770-565-5208
May 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .JAKES DaySmithgall Woods, Helen, 706-878-3087
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Arts in the Park in Blue RidgeIf you’re planning a weekend getaway and are
looking for something the whole family will enjoy,head to the North Georgia Mountains and the 31stAnnual Arts in the Park Festival. The festival willfeature over 150 arts & crafts and fine art boothsalong with great food, demonstrations, and exhibits.The Arts in the Park Festival will be held under theoaks in the beautiful downtown City Park in BlueRidge. Hours will be Saturday, May 26, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, May 27, from Noon-5 p.m.
Some of the finest artists in the Southeast will be exhibiting paintings, photography, jewelry,glass, pottery, woodworking, sculpture, folk art, basketry, and metal work.
The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, which produces the festival, is housed in thehistoric Fannin County Courthouse adjacent to the park. During the festival the building willhouse a gallery with work by local artists, a photography exhibit featuring Kevin Nickell, and moreartists demonstrating their crafts.
For more information contact the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association at 706-632-2144,e-mail [email protected], or visit their website at www.brmaa.net.
The Country Gathering in Powder SpringsThe Historic Downtown Merchants Association of Powder Springs and the City of Powder
Springs are proud to sponsor the 7th Annual Country Gathering. Event planners say that thisyear’s event promises to be bigger and better thanever! This unique country gathering for those wholove antiques, fine crafts, and historical exhibits willbe held in historic downtown Powder Springs onJune 2-3 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. both days, rain orshine, on and around Marietta Street.
There will be quality antique dealers sellingtheir wares and treasures, arts and craftsexhibitors, and a Living History Demonstrationarea with a blacksmith, potter, basket weaver, chaircaner, and more. There will also be a frontier
trading post, gold panning, live music, a kids’ play area, and plenty of delicious country cooking.Powder Springs, the oldest city in Cobb County, is rich in history and is located approximately
12 miles west of Marietta Square. Admission and parking are free. For more information, call770-439-1780 or visit www.powderspringsevents.com.
Brunswick Tour of HomesThe Brunswick Landmarks Foundation will present
“Classic Beauties and Hidden Treasures” on Saturday,May 19, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
This year’s tour of homes will not only featurerenovated classic Victorians but will also include early20th century cottages and the newly renovated late1800’s Glynn Academy School building previouslydamaged by fire. The tour will also be in conjunctionwith The Georgia Trust of Historic Preservation’s annualmeeting being held in the Golden Isles.
Advance tickets will go on sale March 30 for $15 with tour day tickets for $20. Tickets andmaps will be available at Queen Square/Old City Hall with shuttle transportation to tour stopsprovided. For more information visit www.brunswicklandmarks.com or call 912-270-3253.
The mission of the Brunswick Landmarks Foundation is to protect and enhance the characterof historic Brunswick through advocacy, education, and participation in the preservation andrevitalization of its historic assets.
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Georgia JugFest in KnoxvilleGeorgia JugFest, on May 19, will celebrate more than 200 years of the “jug making” tradition
in Middle Georgia with potters working in old-time and modern styles, crafters, and folk artists.JugFest is now combined with “Old Knoxville Days” to add livinghistory demonstrations, educational exhibits, building tours, andBar-B-Q. Visitors can “play in the mud” with hands-on activitiesfeaturing the Lizella Clay that potters love. Don’t miss theantique car, truck, and motorcycle show; antique tractor paradeand show; display of hit & miss engines; mule wagon rides; muleworking demonstrations; children’s rides and activities; musicalentertainment; lawnmower races; and food by local groups.
The antique pottery exhibit in the courthouse will open witha Lunch & Learn at the Roberta Civic Center May 16. Exhibithours will be Wed. 2-5, Thurs. & Fri. 3-7, and Sat. & Sun. 9-5.There will be a pottery auction Sat. at 4 p.m.; a Pot Luck PotteryID Thurs. at noon, and the opening of Knoxville’s “new” wood-fire kiln Fri. at 5 p.m.
Saturday festival hours will be 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with no admission or parking fees. Vendorapplications will be accepted through May 16. Knoxville is 20 miles west of I-475 at Macon. Call478-836-3825 or visit www.georgiajugfest.com.
Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland GamesThe Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games on June 8-10 at Meeks Park will celebrate
Scottish heritage by introducing Scottish foods, athletics, music, and dance.Registration for the Kilted Golf Tournament will be Friday at 8 a.m. A Ceilidh Reception with
buffet dinner and entertainment will be Friday at 7 p.m. at N. Ga. Technical College. Festivalhours will be Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with an opening ceremony Saturday atnoon, a worship service followed by Kirkin’ ofthe Tartans Sunday at 9:45 a.m., and a closingceremony Sunday at 3 p.m. There will be agenealogy tent, children’s activities, food,crafts, Border Collie and sheep demonstra-tion, Gordon Setter demonstration, exhibit ofScottish Highland cattle, and more.
Entertainment will be presented by Hunt-ing McLeod, Olta, Pog, The Hooligans, ColinGrant-Adams, Atholl Highlanders Pipes &Drums, Heart of Georgia Pipes & Drums,Alhambra Highlander Pipes & Drums, harpistKelly Stewart, Royal Scottish Country DanceSociety, and Glencoe School of ScottishHighland Dance.
The Highland Games will include tradi-tional contests, and athletes must wear kiltsto compete. Admission will be $10/day;$15/two days; kids 12 and under/free. Phone706-745-5789 or 877-745-5789 or visitwww.blairsvillescottishfestival.org.
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CALHOUN/GORDON COUNTYCONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
www.exploregordoncounty.com800-887-3811 or 706-625-3200
MMaayy 1199––2200Relive history, see the smoke,smell the gunpowder and hearthe thunder of Battle. Held onthe original 1864 Battlefield.Just an hour north of Atlanta,
off I-75 and Exit 320.www.georgiadivision.org
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Battle of Resaca Reenactment in Gordon CountySmell the powder, see the smoke, and hear
the thunder of battle at the 143rd Anniversary ofthe Battle of Resaca on May 19-20. Relive thefirst major Battle of the Atlanta Campaign, a re-enactment held on 600 acres of the original1864 battlefield. A reenactment battle will takeplace Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Visit 1864 period Confederate and Federalmilitary camps complete with infantry, artillery,and cavalry. Also visit the period civilian refugee
camp, shop at period sutlers, and be entertained by period music.A Memorial Service at the Resaca Confederate Cemetery will be held Saturday at 10 a.m.
On Sunday a non-denominational church service will be held at 10 a.m. near the camps.Resaca is 70 miles north of Atlanta. Take I-75 to exit 320; go east on US 41; turn left; go north
3 miles; turn right on Chitwood Road. For information visit www.georgiadivision.org or phone 800-887-3811 or 706-625-3200. For information on lodging, visit www.exploregordoncounty.com.
Dairy Festival in EatontonThe 48th annual Putnam County Dairy Festival will be held in Eatonton on Saturday, June 2,
and will be a part of the country’s bicentennial celebration. Activities will begin at 8 a.m. with the29th annual 10K Torture Trail Road Race & One Mile Fun Run. (www.active.com or 706-485-9941). A parade at 10 a.m. will feature floats, antique cars, Shriners, dignitaries, the Queen ofthe Dairy Festival and her court, Junior Miss Putnam County and her court, clowns, and horses.A platform program will begin at 11 a.m.
An Arts and Crafts Fair, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. will offer BBQ, entertainment, and free ice creamand milk on the Courthouse Square, and arts,crafts, food, and children’s activities near theSquare. For booths contact Yvonne Harrell at706-485-8112.
A Dairy Festival Street Dance will be heldat the Plaza from 7-10 p.m. with admission of$5. Hamburgers, hot dogs, and all the trim-mings will be for sale from 7-8 p.m. A streetdance featuring Sally and the Six Grand Bandwill be held from 8-10 p.m. There will be araffle. For info call 706-485-6757 or visitwww.pceatonton.org/dairy or e-mail [email protected].
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Hop aboard for an exciting tour through sceniccountryside and historic towns. Stops includeCordele, Georgia Veterans State Park, Leslie,
Americus, Plains, and Archery.
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EATONTON COURTHOUSEPhoto courtesy Georgia Department of Economic Development
19th Annual Decatur Arts FestivalThe 19th Annual Decatur Arts Festival will be held on
Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-27, on the Old Court-house Square in downtown Decatur. Over 140 artists fromthroughout the Southeast will be featured in this juriedshow. Also on tap for the weekend will be Literary Arts,Performing Arts, New Dance, Film and the Children’sFestival (Saturday only).
The week will open with the Fine Arts Exhibition Open-ing Reception held at Agnes Scott College on Tuesday,May 22, at 5 p.m. This juried multi-media gallery show willfeature 39 talented artists and will run through June 3. The ArtWalk will be held on Fridayevening throughout Decatur. Over 30 businesses and galleries will open their doors to showcaseall forms of art. The event will be held from 5-10 p.m. on May 25, and transportation will beprovided by the FurBus. All Arts Festival events will be free to the public. For information visitwww.decaturartsalliance.org or call 404-371-9583.
Hydrangea Festival in LaGrangeThe LaGrange Hydrangea Festival will be held June 2-3 in the historic downtown. Festival
hours will be Saturday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday from noon-5 p.m.The festival will include arts and crafts, children’s
activities, live entertainment, festival foods and countrycooking, a bloom display inside the Chamber ofCommerce, Hydrangeas for sale, a Little Miss Hydrangeacontest, and a blueberry pie eating contest.
Home and garden tours will be held Saturday from 10 am.-4 p.m. and Sunday from noon-4 p.m. There will bea fee for this tour, and transportation will be provided.
For more information call the Chamber of Commerce& Tourism office at 706-884-8671 or visit on the web atwww.lagrangechamber.com.
June 16 & June 22-23,2007Byron & Fort Valley, GA, USA
Georgia Peach Festival, Inc., P O Box 2001, Fort Valley, GA 31030
www.gapeachfestival.comPhone: (478) 825-4002 • Fax: (478) 825-3332 • Email: [email protected]
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Georgia Peach Festival in Fort Valley & ByronThe Georgia Peach Festival will kick off on
Saturday, June 16, in Byron and will continue in FortValley on both Friday and Saturday, June 22 and 23.
Preliminary events in Byron will include rides,games, and food; “Old Glory”, everyone’s favoritestomper truck; a performance of soul and beach musicby Terence Lonon & the Untouchables; and fireworks.
On Friday, June 23, the Festival in Fort Valley willkick off with a concert by Still Cruzin’, a popular crowdfavorite. Saturday, June 24, will be packed withactivities! Start your day with the annual 5K road race,
Kiwanis Club pancake breakfast, and Peach Parade through the historic downtown. Other eventswill include a Historical Society luncheon, kiddie rides, food booths, arts and crafts vendors, dis-plays by local artists, the Peach Hat Contest, and the World’s Largest Peach Cobbler served freeat 2 p.m. Special stages throughout downtown will feature musicians, dancers, cloggers, magi-cians, and other performers. On Saturday evening the Atlanta-based group, Mother’s Finest, willperform, followed by fireworks. Some surprise events and appearances are in the works.
For details call 478-825-4002 or 478-825-5986 or visit www.gapeachfestival.com.
Auction to Benefit DDM Homes in Warner RobinsThe Heart of Georgia Developmental Disabilities Ministries, Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit corpo-
ration and a faith-based ministry which is located in Warner Robins, Georgia. Heart of GeorgiaDDM is a group of volunteers whose vision is to build two group homes for individuals withdisabilities. This has been a vision of manypeople in the community, and there is adefinite need for these homes. The grouphomes will offer a Christian atmospherewhere these individuals will learn to liveindependently and become a valuablecontributing member of their community.
Heart of Georgia DDM has had many fundraisers to help raise money for the construction ofthese homes. The next fundraiser will be a huge auction at the Watson Central Shopping Centeron Watson Blvd. in Warner Robins. The dates for the auction will be Friday, May 18, from 5-10p.m. and Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. until. Among the many items of value to be auctioned arefurniture, cars, pictures, and small appliances. For information about the auction, contact HuldaCook at 478-953-2992, Audrey Clance at 478-953-4687, or John Bodenhamer at 478-987-0004.
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May 19 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Antique Pottery Exhibit & AuctionPottery, Folk Art & Handcraft Sales
Antique Cars • Motorcycles • Tractors & EnginesLawnmower Races • Children’s Rides & Activities
Wood-fire kiln opening May 18, 5 p.m.
KNOXVILLE, GAUS Hwys 80 & 341, west of Macon
478-836-3825 • www.georgiajugfest.comRoberta-Crawford Co. Chamber of Commerce
May 19
Daylily Festival in GrayThe Gray Station Better Hometown 4th
Annual Daylily Festival will be held June 1-2in the Pecan Orchard at Gray Elementary
School.T h e
festival willbegin Fri-day, from5-9 p.m.,and willfeature a5K road
race, 1M fun run, golf tournament, tractorparade, Bingo, live entertainment, and food.
Saturday events from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. willinclude over 60 arts and crafts vendors,chainsaw carving, continuous live entertain-ment, food, a horseshoe tournament,children’s activities, pony rides, a Teddy BearWalk for children at 11 a.m., and a Farmer’sMarket selling plants and produce.
Daylilies around the city for the event weredonated by Faye Green and Ruby Kitchens,and the Master Gardeners planted them at allof the schools in the county. At the festivalthere will be daylilies to admire and purchase.
Admission will be $1 for persons 18 andolder. Call 478-986-5199, 478-986-5362, orvisit www.graystationbht.com.
Ball Ground Heritage FestivalThe Ball Ground Heritage Festival will be
held downtown May 19-20 with both parkingand admission free. A parade will begin
Saturday at 10 a.m.There will be foodbooths, arts and craftsvendors, children’s activi-ties, an ugly truck con-test, a dunking tank, a pieeating contest, a cakewalk, and a limbo andhula hoop contest.
Live entertainmentwill be provided by theBarker Brothers, LyndseyBrooke, the CaylorFamily, the Parton Family,
Lost and Found, and by an Elvis imperson-ator. There will be a sock hop on Saturdayevening from 7-10 p.m. at the elementaryschool gym with a 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s theme.Dress in your best costume from the timeperiod you choose. Prizes will be awarded.ETC Communications sponsors the event.
Festival hours will be Sat. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. To reachBall Ground take I-75N to I-575N to the HowellBridge Exit. Phone 770-735-4492 or 770-735-1142 or visit www.ballgroundheritagedays.orgor e-mail [email protected].
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Watermelon Festival in Cordele-Crisp CountyVisit Cordele-Crisp County June 9-23 for the 58th Annual Watermelon Days Festival and help
celebrate the crop that’s made that area famous.If you enjoy fireworks, a parade, seed-spitting
contests, beauty pageants, arts & crafts, old fashionedgospel sing, street dance, watermelon tasting andmuch more, you don't want to miss this festival.
Stay a few extra days and visit the State FarmersMarket, the Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park, andthe historical downtown with many stores and Southerncooking at its best. The Cordele area also offers boat-ing, swimming, fishing at Lake Blackshear, golfing, andraces at the Watermelon Capital Speedway.
Known for its melons, Cordele-Crisp County was designated as the “Watermelon Capital ofthe World” for having the sweetest and most abundant watermelons. More melons, more than200 million watermelons each year, go through the Cordele State Farmers Market than any othermarket in the country.
For information call the Chamber of Commerce at 229-273-1668 or 886-426-3566 or visitwww.cordele-crisp-chamber.com or e-mail [email protected].
30th Annual Atlanta Jazz FestivalCelebrating the 30th anniversary of presenting excellence in
jazz, the Atlanta Jazz Festival will be back for another year of leg-endary performances, fine dining, and eclectic jazz events in manydiverse venues all over the city every day in May. The Atlanta JazzFestival, which has become one of the premier free jazz events inthe country, offers jazz in every form including youth ensembles,high school jazz bands, the REEL Jazz Film series, master classworkshops, and jazz at Atlanta’s finest restaurants.
The Memorial Day Weekend Festival on May 26-28 will takeplace in Piedmont Park and will feature three performance stages– Main Stage, Smooth Jazz Stage, and a Home Grown Stage.Experience the best in jazz from local, national, and internationalfavorites, and enjoy artist vendors, festival foods, jazz education seminars, and a special Kids’Zone featuring children’s activities. Special features will be the Rhythm of Life Health Fair, theDigital Village with the latest technology for musical enjoyment; the Soulful Sounds of SummerConcert Series at Chastain Park Amphitheatre; and Late Night Jazz Jams.
For a schedule call 404-853-4234 or visit www.atlantafestivals.com.
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Georgia Blueberry Festivalin Alma
The 33rd annual Georgia BlueberryFestival will be held June 1-2 in Alma’sGoldwasser Park. The fun will begin onFriday afternoon with food and arts andcrafts, a sidewalk art contest, a blueberrypie eating contest, a senior beauty contest,and a street dance.
Saturday will feature a blueberry pan-cake breakfast beginning at 6 a.m., a 5KFun Run Walk at 8 a.m., and a parade at 10a.m. During the day visitors will enjoy artsand crafts, collectibles, kiddie rides, deli-cious food, and live entertainment.
There will be something for everybody:a fishing contest, softball tournament, anantique car show, and a motorcycle show.There will be blueberries and blueberryplants for sale. A blueberry cooking contestwill be held Saturday, May 26, and appli-cants should call in advance for details. Formore information on the festival call 912-632-5859 or visit www.almachamberdevelopment.com, or e-mail [email protected].
WatermelonDays
FestivalJune 9-23, 2007
58th Annual
WatermelonDays
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CORDELE, GA229-273-1668
Toll Free 866-426-3566www.cordele-crisp-chamber.com
Fun for theENTIRE Family!
• Arts & Crafts • Street Dance• Mushmelon Parade • Fireworks
• Car,Truck & Tractor Display• Train Ride • Photo Contest
• Eating and Chunking Contest• Seed Spitting Contest
• Slice of Talent • Dog Show• Quilt Display • Gospel Music
• Watermelon CapitalQueen Pageant
• Fishing Rodeo • Dance• Puppet Show • Dog Show• 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk• and Much, Much More!
CORDELE, GA229-273-1668
Toll Free 866-426-3566www.cordele-crisp-chamber.com
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Crepe Myrtle Festival in MonroeThe Walton County Crepe Myrtle Festival will be held June 9 at
Hammond Park, only minutes from downtown Monroe. It will have some-thing for everyone: unique arts and crafts, children’s activities and rides,an inflatable obstacle course, delicious food, local entertainment, and carand tractor exhibits. Hours will be 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
The aisles will be filled with a variety of handmade merchandiseincluding children’s dress-up clothes, metal art, soaps, wood carvings,quilts, framed art, jewelry, and other crafts.
The Cruise-In will feature rods, classics, muscle cars, trucks, andantique tractors. There will be lots of entertainment throughout the day.
Admission will be adults/$2; children and seniors/$1; children under 5and those with military ID/free. For information call 770-868-5137 or visitwww.crepemyrtlefestival.com. Vendor space is still available.
Dixie Highway Yard Sale Near CartersvilleThe Dixie Highway Yard Sale on June 2-3 will follow a 90-mile path from Ringgold to Marietta.
The yard sale will celebrate the revitalization of the Dixie Highway in North Georgia and give 13communities along the route an opportunity to promote their individuality and hidden gems.These communities are Ringgold, Tunnel Hill, Rocky Face, Dalton, Resaca, Calhoun, Adairsville,
Cassville, Cartersville, Emerson, Acworth, Kennesaw, and Marietta.In addition to the many yard sales, visitors are sure to be well-fedand can see plenty of interesting attractions along the way.
The original Dixie Highway, an ancestor to I-75, was dotted withshops selling chenille bedspreads, pecan logs, fruit, gifts, souvenirs,and sweet ice tea from 1929 to the mid 1970’s. The Dixie HighwayYard Sale will again attract visitors as it sells nostalgic souvenirs,antiques, and more along a route which follows some of US 41 andGA 293 with easy access points from I-75 and other state routes.
“Drivin’ the Dixie – A Nostalgic Guide to Georgia’s First InterstateHighway” features attractions old and new, a map, and driving direc-
tions. For a free copy and yard sale details, call 800-733-2280 or visit www.dixiehighway.org.
Green Tour and Taste of Sandy SpringsSandy Springs will host several interesting events during the upcoming weeks. Taste of
Sandy Springs, on May 20 at Parkside Plaza, will serve food prepared bySandy Springs restaurants from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Get ten $2 tastetickets for only $20. Also check out the services and products offered by
Sandy Springs busi-nesses and attend alive auction from 3-4p.m. Phone 404-943-1540 or visit www.sandyspringsmission.org.
The Green Tour, on May 27, is one of thelargest and most successful cycling events inthe Metro Atlanta area. There will be 5M,12M, 30M, and 60M bike rides through beau-tiful Sandy Springs. Registration will be heldfrom 6:30 -7:30 a.m. at the lower terraces ofthe Hitson Memorial Complex. There will alsobe food, beverages, music, and cycling-related activities. Phone 404-252-9352 or visitwww.thegreentour.org.
The Art Institute of Atlanta will present a “I Deserve It!” Weekend June 8-10 which willinclude an all-inclusive weekend getaway.This perfect combination of fun, tips, andtreasure finds will help attendees start a newhome makeover design project. Phone 770-689-4764 or visit [email protected].
For information on Sandy Springs visitwww.visitsandysprings.org.
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Ball GroundHeritage Days Festival
May 19th & 20th
Ball GroundHeritage Days Festival
Come JoinThe Fun!
May 19th & 20th
Featuring• Parade • Entertainment
• Arts and Crafts
• Contests • Good Food
• 50s & 60s Sock Hop
The Ball Ground Heritage Days Festival is
proudly sponsored by ETC Communications
For more information contact
www.ballgroundheritagedays.org
featuring country artist
LYNDSEY BROOKE
May1-6 – Yaarab Shrine Circus & Carnival,
Miller Park, Marietta. 770-425-2331.1-20 – Atlanta Symphony’s Decorators’
Show House & Gardens. 404-733-4935.1-31 – Atlanta Jazz Festival, various
venues. 404-853-4234.1-31 – Music at Noon, Centennial Olympic
Park, Tues. & Thurs. 404-223-4412.2 – Christine Aguilera, Gwinnett Center.
800-224-6422.2-30 – Wednesday WindDown, Centennial
Olympic Park, Wed. 5:30-8 p.m. 404-223-4412.2-30 – Blue Sky Concerts, Decatur Band-
stand, Wed. noon-1 p.m. 404-371-0583.2-30 – Wednesdays in Woodruff Park,
noon. 404-658-1877.3-4 – Nothin’ But the Blues (dinner & blues),
Atlanta History Center, 6 p.m. 404-814-4000.3-6 – Georgia Frontier Days, Stone Moun-
tain Park. 770-498-5690.3-13 – Atlanta Ballet’s Sleeping Beauty, Fox
Theatre. 404-881-2100.4 – Ricky Martin, Gwinnett Ctr. 800-224-6422.4 – Lunchtime in Several Dancers Core Studio,
noon-1 p.m., free lunch to first 40. 404-373-4154.4-12 – Much Ado About Nothing, Barring-
ton Hall, Roswell, Fri. & Sat. 770-638-8747.4-25 – Martinis & IMAX, Fernbank Museum,
Fridays 5:30-10 p.m.404-929-6400.5 – Roswell Kaleidoscope Festival, River-
side Park, noon-6 p.m. 770-594-6187.5 – Folk Craft Heritage, Smith Plantation,
Roswell. 770-641-3978.5 – Martina McBride, Little Big Town,
Rodney Atkins, Gwinnett Center. 800-224-6422.5 – Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at No Mas Cantina,
2-10 p.m. 404-574-5678.5 – Ludwig Symphony Orchestra, Roswell
Cultural Arts Center, 8 p.m. 770-594-6232.5 – Battle of the Bands, Kennesaw Depot,
7-11 p.m. 770-424-8274.
5-6 – 3rd Annual Atlanta WINGS Festival,Woodruff Park. 678-254-3604.
5-6 – May-retta Daze Arts & CraftsFestival, Glover Park. 770-794-5601.
5-19 – Lasershow Spectacular, StoneMountain Park, Sat. 9:30 p.m. 770-498-5690.
5-26 – Concerts on the Square, DecaturBandstand, Sat. 7-9:30 p.m. 404-371-9583.
5-28 – Ga. Renaissance Festival, Fairburn,Sat., Sun., Memorial Day. 770-964-8575.
6 – Fiesta Atlanta, Centennial Olympic Park.404-350-0200.
6 – Atlanta Wind Symphony, RoswellCultural Arts Center, 3 p.m. 770-594-6232.
8 – AntiquiTEA, Carlos Museum, EmoryUniv. 404-727-4282.
11-12 – Mary Wilson of Supremes, Freder-ick Brown Amphitheater. 770-631-0630.
11-13 – Scott Antique Markets, AtlantaExpo Center. 740-569-4112 or 404-361-2000.
11-13 – Sweet Auburn Springfest. 404-681-4667.
11-13 – Mothers Day Gem & MineralShow, Cobb Civic Center, Marietta. 770-979-8331.
12 – Free Summer Concert–Seven SharpNine, Village Green, Smyrna. 770-434-6600.
12 – Gospel Jubilee, Six Flags Over Georgia.770-948-9290.
12 – Mother’s Day Tea, Bulloch Hall, Roswell.770-992-1731.
12-13 – Colors Festival of Arts, TownSquare, Roswell. 770-640-3253.
13 – Mother’s Day Tea and Concert,Callanwolde, 1-4 p.m. 404-872-5338.
13 – Legendary Music with Bobby Womack,Atlanta Civic Center, 7 p.m. 404-523-6275.
13 – MVAA Free Summer Star Outdoor Con-cert, Art Place, Marietta, 7:30 p.m. 770-509-2700.
13 – Mother’s Day Open House, BarringtonHall, Bulloch Hall, Smith Plantation, Roswell, 1-4 p.m. Free. 770-992-1731.
METRO ATLANTA CALENDAR
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May17 – 17th Annual Taste of Alpharetta,
downtown. 678-297-6078.18 – Jazz Concert on the Lawn, Sharon Rae
North, Callanwolde, 7:30 p.m. 404-872-5338.18 – Bright Eyes, Fox Theatre. 404-881-2100.18 – Friday Jazz with Alex Nguyen Quartet,
High Museum of Art, 5-10 p.m. 404-733-high.18-19 – Aaron Neville & Quintet, Frederick
Brown Amphitheater. 770-631-0630.19 – Native American (Cherokee) Heri-
tage, Barrington Hall, Roswell. 770-638-8747.19 – Tony Rice, Allison Krauss, Union
Station, Fox Theatre. 404-881-2100.19 – Manhattan Transfer, Mable House
Amphitheatre. 770-819-7765.19 – Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Rialto
Center. 404-651-4727.19 – Folk Pottery Festival, Atlanta History
Center. 404-814-4116.19-20 – All Aboard Days, Southern
Museum, Kennesaw. 770-427-2117.19-20 – Kirkwood Spring Fling & Tour of
Homes. 404-786-6840.20 – Taste of Sandy Springs, Parkside Plaza,
11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-943-1540.
20 – DUB Custom Auto Show & Concert, Ga.Int’l Convention Ctr., College Park. 770-997-3566.
20 – Decatur Civic Chorus Concert, 1stBaptist Church, 3 p.m. 404-371-9583.
22 – Roger Waters, Philips Arena, 8 p.m.404-878-3000.
25 – Glover Park Evening Concert, Marietta,8 p.m. 770-794-5601.
25 – Decatur Artwalk. 404-371-9583.26 – Fourth Saturday Family Fun Day,
Centennial Olympic Park. 404-223-4412.26-27 – Decatur Arts Festival. Downtown.
404-371-9583.
26-28 – 30th Atlanta Jazz Festival, Pied-mont Park. 404-853-4234.
26-28 – Memorial Weekend Salute to theTroops, Stone Mountain Park. 800-317-2006.
26-31 – Lasershow Spectacular, StoneMountain Park, 9:30 p.m. 770-498-5690.
27 – WWII Remembrance Day, AtlantaHistory Center, noon-5 p.m. 404-814-4116.
28 – Veterans Memorial, Heart of Smyrna,10 a.m. 770-434-6600.
28 – Roswell Memorial Day Ceremony &Picnic. 770-640-3253.
METRO ATLANTA CALENDAR
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MMAAYY1-31 – Big Bugs, Killer Plants, Atl. Bot. Gdn.4-6 – Cassina’s Tabby & Tillandsia Garden
Walk. 912-638-2588.5 – Garden Tour, Columbus. 706-653-4008.5 – SOAR Birds of Prey Program, Crooked
River St. Pk., St. Marys, 11a.m. 912-882-8531.5 – Archaeology Day at Fernbank Museum,
Atlanta. 404-929-6300.5 – Pendleton King Park Plant Swap &
Sale, Augusta. 706-738-4321.5 – Container Gardening, Atlanta Bot. Gdn.6, 16 – Butterfly Plant Ramble, State Gdn.7 – Dry Streambed Solution, Atlanta Bot. Gdn.10 – Ga.’s Carnivorous Plants w/Dr. Gil Nelson,
Thomasville Cultural Ctr., 7 p.m. 229-226-0588.11-12 – Learn the Birds, Unicoi State Park,
Helen. 800-573-9659, x305.12 – Container Gardening for Butterflies &
Hummingirds, Callaway Gardens.12 – Migratory Bird Day, Sandy Creek
Nature Center. 706-613-3580.12 – Heritage Plant Sale, Barrington Hall,
Roswell. 770-650-4607.12 – Geology Day, Providence Canyon State
Park, Lumpkin. 229-838-6202.12-13 – Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour,
Atlantic Station, Atlanta. 404-591-1575.12-13 – Birding Weekend, Tallulah Gorge
State Park, Tallulah Falls. 706-754-7981.12-13 – Learn the Birds, Unicoi State Park,
Helen. 800-573-9659.12-13 – Rose Show, Atlanta Botanical Gdn.15 – Flower Arranging Unit 5 – Creative
Miniature Design, State Botanical Garden.17 – Plants of the Bible, Ga. Golf Gardens.18-19 – Herb Gardening, Georgia Mountain
Research Center, Blairsville. 706-745-2655.
19 – Atlanta Garden Tour. 404-733-high.19 – Make Your Own Antique Garden
Trough, Callaway Gardens.19 – Zoo Day, Bear Hollow Wildlife Park,
Athens. 706-613-3616.19-20 – Bonsai Show, Atlanta Botanical Gdn.21 – Native Plants, Atl. Bot. Gdn.22 – Updating Your Garden, Atl. Bot. Gdn.25 – Night Hike, Smithgall Woods.26 – A Look into Insect World, Mistletoe
State Park, Appling. 706-541-0321.26 – KOI Society Tour of Ponds, Warner
Robins. 478-923-9602.26 – Joyous Orchids at Callaway Gardens.26-28 – Wings of Flight, Amicalola Falls
State Park, Dawsonville. 706-265-4703.30 – Snakes Alive! Tugaloo State Park,
Lavonia. 706-356-4362.30 – SunTrust Concert with Bela Fleck &
the Flectstones, Atlanta Botanical Garden, 8 p.m.
State Botanical Garden, Athens . . . . . . . 706-542-1244 The Atlanta Botanical Garden . . . . . . . . 404-876-5859Callaway Gardens, Pine Mt. . . . . . . . . . . .800-CallawayMassee Lane, Fort Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . .478-967-2358Chattahoochee Nat. Ctr., Roswell . . . . . .770-992-2055Ga. Golf Hall of Fame Gardens, Augusta .888-874-4443Smithgall Woods, Helen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-878-3087
Saturday, June 9, 20079:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Arts & Crafts • Antique Car Cruise-InLocal Entertainment • Delicious Food
Kids Area with rides, games & fun
Hammond Park • MONROE, GA
770-868-5137www.crepemyrtlefestival.com
Crepe Myrtle Festival
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33rd Annual
GEORGIABLUEBERRYFESTIVAL
June 1 & 2ALMA, GEORGIA
• Crafts • Collectibles • Food Vendors• Puppets • Clowns • Singers• Cooking Contest • Carnival
• Children’s Entertainment
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