Guide to Georgia September - October 2019

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State-wide •Events •Attractions •Fairs & Festivals

Fall 2019

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ON THE COVER Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association FALL ARTS IN THE PARK For 43 years, the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, a non-profit arts council, has provided a unique art experience through their Arts in the Park Festival series in the Downtown City Park of Blue Ridge, GA. Whether your travel plans are in the spring or in the fall, these art festivals are fun for the whole family.

Located at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the Arts in the Park festival series draws in excess of 20,000 attendees annually and a wide array of artists and food vendors. With over 170+ artists, exhibitors, and vendors booths, visitors enjoy a variety of fine arts and fine crafts, demonstrations, food, and much more during the Arts in the Park festivals.

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2840 College Dr., Columbus, GA 31906 706-563-4613 New e-mail: info@guidetogeorgia.com Web: www.guidetogeorgia.com The 2019 Fall Arts in the Park Festival will be held in the Downtown City Park of Blue Ridge on October 12 & 13 from 10am5pm. See page 24 for more details on this event. See pages 24 and following for more fairs and festivals in Georgia this fall.

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Hello

Welcome t

Fall,

to Georgia

Photo courtesy of ExploreGeorgia.org

Guide to Georgia Potpourri Beautiful things happen when you bring people and food together.

We all have to eat, but the question is where should we eat when we travel? Connecting through food has been bringing ­families and cultures together for years, and now there is an increased desire to interact more locally and find more meaningful connections and relationships when we travel. Doing this through food is a great way to infuse some ‘local’ on your vacation. Or maybe you don’t want to be social, but you do want to eat at restaurants where the locals go to eat for a more authentic experience.

You want to find the popular local restaurants, but it’s hard to decipher through all of the tourism hype. As a tourist, how do you find where the locals go?

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A Traveler’s Guide to Discovering Neighborhood Restaurants

Here are four near-foolproof ways to find a memorable meal: 1. Chat up the locals. Ask absolutely every­one where you should eat. Use word of mouth to your advantage.

2. If you’re visiting, don’t just pick up brochures at the tourist bureau, ask the people who work there what their favorite restaurants are and why. Do the same at your hotel, gas stations, and shops.

3. Tour local markets . . . and ask vendors where they eat. Check local newspapers.

Don’t limit yourself to the major paper. Pick up weeklies and free newspapers. Read the ads to obtain tips on dining.

4. Consider attending a fund-raising event that features local foods, such as a church supper or firehouse chicken dinner.

While you’re eating, chat with people about good restaurants.

I seek out cozy, unpretentious p ­laces with which I can build a relationship, rather than the restaurants with star chefs and social-media buzz. Restaurants like these make a town come alive. I often find myself going back to the same set of cafes.

Unlike formal restaurants, local haunts ­often b ­ ecome a nexus of an entire community. Neighborhood regulars come weekly or even daily; waiters know every diner’s name, if not their entire life history. Restaurants like these often form the heat of my experiences of a place, making a town come alive. A town that I first approach as a stranger will, after a few days, start to feel inexorably like home. The best part of places like these is, almost invariably, the people-watching. I am no longer fully an outsider.

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How to Be A Restaurant Sleuth

Here are a few of my discoveries: some near some not so.

Columbus – Evelyn’s Café – An authentic southern restaurant, Evelyn’s has been around forever. Fried chicken is divine. Open for breakfast and lunch and is always packed.

Warm Springs – Dinner’s Ready By Chad offers Southern comfort food with giant portions.

Bluffton, SC – Walnut’s Café – Friendly, efficient service. Charming ­venue dishing up classic American meals for breakfast and lunch. Best Sunday Brunch ever.

Fayetteville – Broadway Diner – Everything made from scratch. Extensive diner menu.

Hamilton – Hunter’s Pub and Steak House – If you ain’t worried about a nice fancy place that serves your meal on fine china, if you like great steaks and exceptional seafood offerings complimented by good ‘ole southern hospitality, this is the place.

What’s your favorite “neighborhood” restaurant? Share with us at info@guideto georgia.com.

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Wi-Fi Is Safer Than Ever, but You Still Need to Be Careful According to the Wall Street Journal, public Wi-Fi has never been safer, but it still pays to take some basic precautions to keep your data safe. For as long as we have had public Wi-Fi networks, we have been told they are unsafe and that we should never enter sensitive information while on a public network and don’t even think about logging into your bank account. Always think twice before entering sensitive information, but the public Wi-Fi story has changed. In recent years, the internet itself has gotten more secure as have your devices and the networks themselves. It is still true that logging on to a public Wi-Fi incurs certain security and privacy risks, but they are generally the same ones you encounter anytime you are online.

According to the Journal, if you follow a few simple tips, you should feel free to hop on the network wherever you are: 1. Don’t leave off the last S. The most important contributor to your safety has nothing to do with Wi-Fi at all. More websites have adopted an encrypted protocol called HTTPS for network communication. The S stands for secure. The most problematic thing about public Wi-Fi isn’t security but privacy. Don’t confuse that login page with a security ­measure. You are actually agreeing to the network’s terms of use. You are also agreeing to let the network collect all manner of data about you and your internet activity, from the device you are using to the sites you visit. In many ­cases, you are agreeing to let that data be sold or used for advertising and marketing. Whether you are online at the coffee shop or your living room, you are roughly in the same spot: Not totally safe.

That’s why most tips for staying safe on public WiFi also apply to your private, at home Wi-Fi. According to the Wall Street Journal, here is what you should do every time you connect to the internet: 2. Always check that lock to make sure you are on the user’s HTTPS. 3. If you are not confident in your current location, use your mobile data instead.

4. To avoid phishing attacks, type in your bank’s website or use its ­official app, r­ ather than clicking on a link to the site from your email.

5. Keep your devices and apps up to date.

6. Use a password manager, along with two factor authentication – and never reuse a password (seriously).

7. Create a throwaway email address when these networks ask for one.

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Tailgating

Fall is by far one of my favorite seasons! Last year, I went apple picking with my family in North Georgia and as we meandered through the color­ ful hills, I spotted a couple who had parked their car in a nearby field to enjoy each ­other’s company in a tailgate picnic. What a great idea! With stunning reds and oranges making their way through the greenery, warm fleece blankets, hot chocolate, fall themed soups, freshly picked apples… the list could go on forever!

Tailgating isn’t just for football Saturdays. Any sunny fall afternoon is a great time to assemble a team of friends, pack some handy snacks, and head outside to enjoy the gorgeous fall color.

Serve a selection of soups plus simple snacks that don’t require utensils, plates, bowls, or electricity. Fresh and dried fruits, nuts, flatbreads, and crackers fill the bill. For a drink, offer apple cider served from a large splatterware jug that has a spigot.

Pack snacks in plain brown paper bags at home. To serve, just roll down the tops of the bags and you’ve got serving “bowls” that can be thrown away at the end of the day. Choose foods that can be stored and served at room temperature.

Vintage insulated bottles are appealing and prac­ tical for toting and serving soup. Keep the soups simple (purchased or homemade) and drinkable (nothing too chunky) to avoid the need for spoons.

You can’t go wrong with graham crack­ ers, chocolate, and roasted marshmallows.

Pack a s’mores kit in a lidded tin, then pull out the goodies once you’re on site and let everyone toast their own.

Burn up some calories with a little pigskin-tossing in the woods or ­maybe just a long walk through the falling leaves.

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VISIT OUR ADVERTISERS ON THE WEB

Arts in the Heart of Augusta. . . . .p. 46 www.artsintheheart.com

Biblical History Center. . . . p. 22-23, 33

Meriwether Co. Chamber. . . . . p. 10, 26 http://meriwethercountychamber.org

www.BiblicalHistoryCenter.com

Merritt Pecan Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 28 www.merritt-pecan.com

Blue Ridge Mt. Arts Assoc.. . . . p. 26, 49

Moultrie Chamber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 43

www.blueridgearts.net

www.moultriechamber.com

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. . . . . . . p. 45

Mountain Moonshine Festival . . . p. 31

www.brscenic.com

www.kareforkids.org

Chattahoochee Mountain Fair. . . p. 42 www.chattahoocheemountainfair.org

Peachtree City CVB . . . . . . . . p. 2, 44, 50

Chiaha Harvest Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 38

PERSPECTIVES Georgia Pottery Invitational. . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 29

www.chiaha.org

City of Conyers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 15 www.visitconyersga.com

City of Fitzgerald. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 36 www.fitzgeraldga.org

City of Lyons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 32 www.therealsqueal.com

City of Smyrna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 15 www.smyrnacity.com

Georgia Marble Festival. . . . . . . . . p. 37 www.georgiamarblefestival.com

GSSDA Square Dance Convention. . p. 25 www.gssda.org

Haralson County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 41 www.visitharalson.org

Hiwassee River Railroad. . . . . . . . . p. 40 www.tvrail.com

Lane Southern Orchards . . . . . . . . p. 35 www.lanesouthernorchards.com

Magnolia Fine Arts Festival. . . p. 16, 17 manchesterrailroaddays@gmail.com

Manchester Railroad Days . . . p. 41, 42

www.visitpeachtreecity.com

www.ocaf.com

Roswell Historical Society. . . . . . . p. 14 www.roswellhistoricalsociety.org

Scott Antique Markets. . . . . . . . . . p. 12 www.scottantiquemarkets.com

Summerville Mainstreet . . . . . p. 27, 48 www.summervillega.org

Toccoa Mainstreet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 34 www.mainstreettoccoa.com Tumbling Waters Society Art in the Park Festival. . . . . . . . . . p. 33 www.hurricaneshoalspark.org

Warner Robins CVB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 30 www.warnerrobinsvisitorscenter.com

Washington-Wilkes Counties. . . . p. 39 www.washingtonwilkes.org

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Meriwether Menu A Culinary Experience

A unique dining experience inside the historic

new Where the New deal was born.

Deal

Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge

Guided House Tours Museum Exhibits Event Room

November 2, 2019

Picnic Areas

meriwethertourism@windstream.net

706-655-5870

401 Little White House Rd. Warm Springs, GA 31830

For information contact:

706-655-2558

It’s all about . . .

Georgia Sporting Events HOCKEY

SOCCER

Home Schedule

Home Schedule

BASEBALL Home Schedule

ATLANTA GLADIATORS

ATLANTA UNITED

ATLANTA BRAVES

GOLF

404-577-9100 www.atlantabraves.com

Oct. 18. . . SOUTH CAROLINA Sept. 14. . . . . . . COLUMBUS Sept. 1. . . . . . . . WHITE SOX Oct. 19. . . . . . . GREENVILLE Sept. 21. . . . . . . . SAN JOSE Sept. 2-3 . . . . . . . BLUEJAYS Nov. 3. . . . . . . . GREENVILLE Oct. 6. . . . . . NEW ENGLAND Sept. 5-8 . . . . . . NATIONALS Energy Arena, Duluth Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sept. 17-19 . . . . . . . PHILLIES 770-497-5100 www.atlutd.com Sept. 20-22 . . . . . . . GIANTS www.atlantagladiators.com

MACON MAYHEM Sept. 25-26 . . . . . . . Georgia Oct. 18. . . . . . FAYETTEVILLE Invitational Golf Tournament FOOTBALL Oct. 19. . . . . . . . HUNTSVILLE Home Schedule Warner Robins, skoohang@ Oct. 25. . . . . . . . . ROANOKE ATLANTA FALCONS musseumofaviation.org Oct. 26. . . . . . . BIRMINGHAM Oct. 30-Nov. 1. . . . . GA-FLA Sept. 15. . . . . . . . . . EAGLES Macon Centreplex, Golf Classic Sept. 29. . . . . . . . . . . TITANS 478-803-1592, maconmayhem.

Jekyll Island. 877-4jekyll Oct. 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . RAMS pointstreaksites.com Oct. 27. . . . . . . . SEAHAWKS

RACING

ATLANTA DRAGWAY

Commerce, 770-335-2301, www.atlantadragway.com Oct. 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wally Race

404-223-8444 www.atlantafalcons.com

GEORGIA BULLDOGS

Sept. 7. . . . . MURRAY STATE ROAD ATLANTA Sept. 14. . ARKANSAS STATE Braselton, 800-849-race, www.roadatlanta.com Sept. 7-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WERA Regional Double Header Sept. 21. . . . . NOTRE DAME Sept. 27-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlanta Historic Races Oct. 12. . . SOUTH CAROLINA Oct. 9-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Petit Le Mans Oct. 19. . . . . . . . . KENTUCKY Nov. 9. . . . . . . . . . MISSOURI Nov. 23. . . . . . . . TEXAS A&M EQUESTRIAN

Aug. 30-Sept. 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . IRPA Championship Rodeo Cumming Fairgrounds, 770-781-3491

877-542-1231 www.georgiabulldogs.com

CONYERS INTERNATIONAL HORSE PARK

GEORGIA TECH

770-860-4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com YELLOW JACKETS Aug. 31-Sept. 1. . . . . . . . . . GDCTA Labor Day Classics I & II Sept. 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . USF Sept. 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlanta Youth Dressage Challenge Sept. 14. . . . . . THE CITADEL Sept. 7-8 . . . . Newton County Saddle Club Open Horse Show Sept. 14-15 . . . . GHF/Massey Ferguson Fall Dressage Show Sept. 28. . . . . . . . . . TEMPLE Sept. 14-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H. J. Fox Autumn Classics I & II Oct. 5. . . . NORTH CAROLINA Sept. 19-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S. E. Charity Horse Show Oct. 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . DUKE Sept. 28-29 . . . . . Newton Co. Saddle Club Open Horse Show Oct. 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . MIAMI Sept. 28-29 . . . . . . . . . Cheryl & Co. Fall Festival Horse Show Nov. 2. . . . . . . . PITTSBURGH Oct. 5. . . . . . . . Strong Rock Christian School IEA Horse Show 888-TECH-TIX, 404-894-5446 Ramblinwreck.cstv.com Oct. 11-13 . . . . . . . . . Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Championship & Atlanta National Fall Dressage Oct. 19-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . H. J. Fox Halloween Classics I & II CHICK-FIL-A KICK-OFF GAME Oct. 25-27. . . . . . . . Dressage 4Kids & Atlanta Youth Festival Aug. 31 . . . Duke Blue Devils Oct. 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlanta Youth Dressage Championship vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Oct. 26-27. . . . . . . . . Athens Area Hunter/Jumper Assoc. Fall Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, 855-478-8337 Classics & 2018 Medal Finalists September/October 2019 / GUIDE TO GEORGIA 11

It’s All About You . . .

METRO ATLANTA

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Scott Antique Market in Atlanta

The Scott Antique Market at the Atlanta Expo Centers is the world’s largest monthly indoor antique show and features two buildings (366,000 square feet) with over 3500 booths, outdoor shopping, and a courtyard of merchandise – all stocked full of pretty much every antique imaginable. All things antique wind up at the Scott Antique Market – antique furniture, vintage hardware, rare art, stunning glassware, heirloom silver, incredible jewelry, and much more.

The Scott Antique Market, described as “America’s favorite treasure hunt,” always takes place the second weekend of every month at the Atlanta Expo Centers which straddle I-285 at Exit 55. Parking is free; admission is only $5; and a complimentary shuttle goes between both buildings. Show hours are Thursdays 12:45-6pm, Fridays & Saturdays 9am-6pm, and Sundays 10am-4pm. Food and snacks are available.

America’s Favorite Treasure Hunts!

Upcoming shows will be Sept. 12-15, Oct. 10-13, and Nov. 7-10.

For more information on Scott Antique Markets visit www.scottantiquemarkets.com, or call 740-569-2800.

SCOTT ANTIQUE MARKETS TM

2ND WEEKEND of Every Month in Atlanta!

3,500 Booths!

Atlanta Expo Centers - Atlanta, GA 2019 Shows 2020 Shows SEP 12, 13, 14 & 15 OCT 10, 11, 12 & 13 NOV 7, 8, 9 & 10 DEC 12, 13, 14 & 15

Show Hours

Thurs. 10:45am - 6pm Fri. & Sat. 9am - 6pm Sun. 10am - 4 pm

JAN 9, 10, 11 & 12 FEB 6, 7, 8 & 9 MAR 12, 13, 14 & 15 APR 9, 10, 11 & 12

Directions

3 miles East of Atlanta Airport, I-285 at Exit 55 (3650 & 3850 Jonesboro Rd SE)

740-569-2800 www.scottantiquemarkets.com P.O. Box 60, Bremen, OH 43107

Ongoing Summer Events

Ongoing – Anne Frank in the World Exhibit. 5920 Roswell Rd., Ste. A209, Sandy Springs.

770-206-1558.

Thru Dec. 14 – Heritage Sandy Springs Farmers Markets. Saturdays. 404-851-9111.

Sept. 1-Oct. 31 – Six Flags Over Georgia.

Open weekends. 770-739-3400.

Sept. 4-25 – Blue Sky Concerts. Decatur, Wednesdays at noon. 404-371-8286 Sept 6-Dec. 6 – Marietta Square Art Walk.

5-9pm. 470-899-3008.

Sept. 7-28 – Concerts on the Square. Decatur, Downtown Saturdays at 7:00pm. 678615-0915.

Sept. 7-Oct. 19 – Lasershow. Saturdays.

Stone Mtn. Park. 770-498-5690.

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Conyers 39th Annual Olde Town Fall Festival The 39th Annual Olde Town Conyers Fall Festival is scheduled for Sat., Oct. 19th from 10am-5pm. Celebrate for a full day of browsing handmade arts and craft vendors, tasty festival food, entertainment, live music and fun kid’s activities.

The Rockdale County Historical Society established this festival, the oldest in Rockdale County, 39 years ago and it has grown almost four decades to bring a juried, eclectic variety of crafters to Olde Town for shopping experiences and unique gift giving this holiday season.

Children’s activities, pet and kid costume contests at noon, delicious food court, live entertainment and so much more await at this annual fall tradition. Parking and admission are free! For more information call 1-800-CONYERS or www.visitconyersga.com.

Run the Race Against Violence 5K on Festival Morning!

Before you head to the festival, get your blood pumping for a good cause at the Race Against Violence (RAV) 5K on festival morning, Sat., Oct. 19th at 8am located at Conyers First United Methodist Church in Olde Town. For information or to register, visit www.rockdaleaware.com.

Ongoing Summer Events

Sept. 8, Oct. 13 – Greater Atlanta Coin Show. Hilton Atlanta/Marietta. 770-772-4359.

Sept. 12-22 – Gwinnett County Fair. 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy. Lawrenceville. 770-963-6522.

Sept. 19-29 – North Georgia State Fair, Jim Miller Park. Marietta.770-528-8875.

Sept. 19, Oct. 17 – Alive After Five. Roswell, 5-9pm. 770-640-3253.

Sept. 20, Oct. 18 – Downtown Live Concert. Hapeville. 7-11p. Jess Lucas Y-teen Park.

404-669-2116.

Sept. 21-Nov. 3 – Pumpkin Festival. Stone Mountain Pk. Fridays to Sundays. 800-401-2407.

Sept. 27-Oct. 6 – Georgia State Fair. Legends Campgrounds. Hampton. 866-993-2477.

Oct. 1-31 – Atlanta Celebrates Photography Festival. Various venues. 404-634-8664.

Oct. 5-Nov. 10 – Netherworld Haunted House. Norcross. 404-608-2484.

Oct. 11-27 – Tour of Southern Ghosts. ART Station, Stone Mountain. Thurs.-Sat. 770-469-1105.

Oct. 17-27 – Capturing Spirit of Oakland Cemetery Tours. 404-688-2107.

September

Thru Sept. 2 – Art in the Park. Marietta, 50 N Park Square, NE. 404-966-8497.

Thru Sept. 2 – Dragon Con. M-F, 9am-5pm.

404-669-0773.

5-8 – Yellow Daisy Festival. Stone Mountain. Thu. & Fri. 8am-6pm; Sat. 8am-7:30pm; Sun. 10am-5pm. 800-401-2407.

7 – Ga. Cool Cruises. Duluth. Cool cars and old trains cruise-in. Southeastern Railway Muse-

um. www.southeasternrailwaymuseum.org.

7-8 – One Musicfest. 467 Central Park Place, NE. 8am-9pm. info@onemusicfest.com 8 – Concert by the Springs. Sandy Springs Society Lawn. 7pm. 404-851-9111.

12-15 – Scott Antique Market. Jonesboro Rd. 404-361-2000 or 404-363-2299.

12-15 – Atlanta Horror Film Festival. 1545 Peachtree St. ME #102.

14 – East Cobber Parade & Festival. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. 770-640-7070.

14 – Roswell Historical Society Tour of Homes. Roswell. 770-992-1665.

14 – Taste of Smyrna. Village Green. 11am8pm. 770-423-1330.

14-15 – Music Midtown. Piedmont Park. 888512-7469.

Fall Festival OLDE TOWN CONYERS

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2019 10AM - 5PM • FREE PARKING & ENTRY

Handmade Arts & Crafts FOOD VENDORS • LIVE MUSIC KIDS ACTIVITIES • ENTERTAINMENT KID & PET COSTUME CONTEST

OLDETOWNFALLFESTIVAL.COM 901 RAILROAD ST. • CONYERS GA 30012

1-800-CONYERS • VisitConyersGA.com

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Roswell Historical Society Tour of Homes Touted as one of the city’s most anticipated annual event, the 2019 Roswell Historical Society Tour of Homes will include a stroll beneath the canopies of one of our most genteel historic landscapes, the Formal Gardens at Mimosa Hall. The gardens were designed in the early 20th century by renowned architect, Neel Reid.

Among the four homes on this year’s tour is a lovingly restored cottage on Mimosa Blvd., one that will surely make an impression among the giants of our historically significant and grand residences. This is truly a not-to-be-missed event!

Tour date is September 14th from 10am4pm. Tickets will be available online only at www.roswellhistoricalsociety.org starting Aug.1st at a cost of $30 (day-of tickets/$35). Mark your calendars, grab your pumpkin spice lattes and join us for a sensational event!

September

20-21 – Happy Days Festival. Hapeville. 404669-2136 ext. 2133.

21 – GreekFest. Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing, Peachtree City. www.VisitPeach treeCity.com.

21-22 – Atlanta Arms Gun Show. Atlanta Expo Center North. 404-361-2000.

21-22 – European Market. Downton Alpha­ retta. 678-297-2811.

21-22 – Japanfest. Infinite Energy Center, Duluth. Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm. admin@

The Roswell Historical Society proudly presents

Our Annual Tour of Homes September 14, 2019 10am-4pm Four Homes on Tour & The Formal Gardens at Mimosa Hall Tickets will be available online only at

www.roswellhistoricalsociety.org

japanfest.com.

21-22 – Marietta Streetfest. 39-75 E Park Sq. 770-794-5710.

21-22 – Shakerag Festival. Peachtree City. www.VisitPeachtreeCity.com.

21-22 – Suwanee Festival. 330 Towne Center Ave. Suwanee.

22 – Pumpkin Fest. 10:30am-9pm. Stone Mountain. 800-401-2407.

27 – Glover Park Concert. Marietta. 8pm.

770-794-5601.

27-29 – Greek Festival. Atlanta, 2500 Clairmont Rd. 404-633-5870.

27-29 – Home Show. Cobb Galleria Centre.

770-955-8000.

27-29 – Sweet Auburn Music Festival. 11am9pm. 1862 Princeton Ave., College Park.

28 – Dragon Boat Races. Peachtree Lake. www.VisitPeachtreeCity.com.

28-29 – Duluth Fall Festival. 855-385-8841.

28-29 – Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival.

Canton. 770-704-5991.

28-29 – Sandy Springs Festival. Heritage Green. 404-851-9111.

29 – Sunday in the Park. Oakland Cemetery.

12-6pm. 404-688-2107. Atlanta. 404-874-2084.

October

2-5 – Atlanta Black Theatre Festival.

Portor Sanford III, Performing Arts & Community Center, Decatur.

5 – Atlanta Chili Cook Off. Brookhaven Park. 404-456-4655.

5 – Alpharetta Scarecrow Harvest. 10am2pm, Milton Ave. 678-297-2811.

5-6 – Candler Park Fall Festival & Tour of Homes. 404-606-3595.

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Fall Jonquil Festival in Smyrna The Fall Jonquil Festival will be held in Smyrna October 26-27 on the downtown Village Green next to Market Village. The festival will feature more than 175 handmade arts & crafts booths, live music, a wide selection of festival foods, and children’s activities with interactive inflatable activities, sand art, and more. The Children’s Halloween Costume Parade is Saturday at 9:30am. The event will be free and prizes will be given for best costume in three age groups. Friends of the Smyrna Library will have a book sale, and Keep Smyrna Beautiful will be distributing Jonquil bulbs.

Festival hours will be Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm. Admission will be free. Take I-75 to Exit 260, go west via Windy Hill about three miles to Atlanta Rd., turn left, and the festival will be one mile on the right. For more information, call 770-423-1330 or visit www.jrmmanagement.com or www.SmyrnaGa.gov.

October

5-6 – Norcross Arts Festival. 770-452-1727.

6 – Spooky Walk-N-Wag. Six Flags. 770-7393400.

6 – Roswell Wine Festival. 770-640-3253.

8-13 – A3C Festival and Conference. Atlanta, Ga. Freight Depot. www.a3cfestival.com 12-13 – Atlanta Air Show. 321-395-3110.

Atlanta Motor Speedway.

10-13 – Scott Antique Market. Jonesboro Road. 404-361-2000/404-363-2299.

11-12 – Wire & Wood Alpharetta Songwriters Festival. Downtown. 678-297-2811.

12 – Annual Youth Day Parade. Roswell.

770-640-3253/800-776-7935.

12 – Lilburn Daze Arts & Crafts Festival.

9am-5pm. 770-921-2210.

12 – Oakhurst Porchfest. Decatur. 678-6150915.

12 – Taste of Acworth. Historic District. 770974-3112.

12-13 – Festival on Ponce. 404-614-0006.

18 – Downtown Live Concerts. Hapeville.

10am-6pm. 404-669-2136.

18 – Hoschton Fall Festival. 9am. City Square Street. info@affps.com 18-19 – Highland Games. Stone Mountain Park. 8am-5pm. 770-498-5690.

19 – Olde Town Conyers Fall Festival. 901 Railroad St. 770-602-2606.

19 – RAV 5K at 8am. Conyers First United Methodist Church in Olde Towne. www.rockdaleaware.com.

19 – Hops & Props Beer Fest. Dixie Wing CAF, Peachtree City. freshtix.com.

19 – Snellville Fall Festival. Town Green.

770-310-0429.

19-20 – Magnolia Fine Arts Festival.

Peachtree City. www.magnoliaartsfestival.org.

25-27 – Country Living Fair. Stone Mountain Park. 770-498-5690.

26 – 2nd Annual Fall Festival at Douglas County Coroner’s Office. 5pm. 404-957-5101.

26 – Train or Treat. Southeastern Railway Museum, Duluth. 770-476-2013.

26-27 – Fall Jonquil Festival. Smyrna.

Down­town Village Green. 770-423-1330.

31 – Hapeville Community Trunk or Treat.

6:30pm. Master Park. 404-669-2116.

Sat., Oct. 26 - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. & Sun., Oct. 27 - Noon to 5:00 p.m.

Event Highlights to Include: • Featured Artists Market • More Than 175 Crafters • Fresh Harvest Market • Festival Foods • Continuous Entertainment • Children’s Entertainment

www.smyrnacity.com

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Magnolia Fine Arts Festival - October 19-20 Celebrate the Arts this Fall on Lake Peachtree, Peachtree City, GA Magnolia Fine Arts Festival is the largest fine arts gathering in Fayette County. More than 100 performing and visual artists converge on Peachtree City to create a memorable weekend and an amazing celebration of the arts. The annual juried fine arts festival attracts artists and vendors from across the Southeast. Paintings, woodturnings, jewelry, ceramics, metals, and more, are displayed and for sale.

Featured artists include Steve Boykin, Mikael Jury, Jim Bridgeman, Berry Smith, Dinett Hok, Kathaleen Brewer, Daryl Rickard, Janet McGregor Dunn, and Rene Dickerson.

Enjoy live performances by Dance Comtempa, Ugate Studio, Georgia Singers Co, Ellen Edwards, Not3d, Marilyn Wright, Reigning Victory Dance Studio, Chem Trails, Maybe I’m Dreaming, Green Dulcimer Quartet, Musical Schools International, and the headliner – The Austin Neal Band.

Artist demonstrations are a cornerstone of this event, providing art​ists an opportunity to share their passion and kindle the creative spirit of the community. Local artists and business leaders collaborate with FAACE (Fine Arts

by Rene Dickerson and Crafts Entrepre​neurs), to make Magnolia Fine Arts Festival a must-see event.

Other artists include Patsy Gullet, artist and organizer of the popular Old Courthouse Fine Arts Show, Emily Lawler (Blue Cicada Studios), Roger Sibaja (Gobi Photography), and Todd Bethel (Time 7 Media).

A portion of the proceeds are donated to school art programs throughout the county.

“What makes Magnolia Fine Arts Festival special is that it provides a platform for artists to support teachers like the ones who inspired them,” said Charlene Sibaja, president of FAACE. Show hours are Saturday 10am to 5pm and by Mikael Jury Sunday 12n to 5 pm. The event will also feature live music, entertainment and food. Be a part of the Magnolia Magic and celebrate creativity this fall!

For more information visit www.magnoliaartsfestival.org, or email info@magnoliaarts festival.org.

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It’s all about . . .

Gardens and Nature Ongoing Fall Events

Sept. – Ft. Valley Early-season Camellia japonicas and sasanquas and fall wildflower blooming at Massee Lane Gardens.

Sept. – Ft. Valley Day Lilies, Hydrangeas, Hibiscus, Azaleas, and Native Wildflowers in Bloom at Massee Lane Gardens.

Sept. 1, 15, Oct. 6 – Discovery Days. Flint River Quarium. Albany.

Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24, 30, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – Take A Peek Tuesday. Noon-2pm. Summerour House. Autrey Mill Nature Center and Preserve, Johns Creek.

Sept. 20, Oct. 4, 18 – Free Friday Night Hike. Dunwoody Nature Center.

Sept. 3, 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – Nature Ramblers. 9am-10:30am. St. Botanical Gdn., Athens.

Oct. – Ft. Valley Early-season Camellia japonicas and sasanquas and fall wildflowers blooming at Massee Lane Gardens.

Oct. 1-Nov. 3 – Scarecrows in the Garden. Atlanta Botanical Garden.

September

12 – Sunset Sips. Chattahoochee Nature Center, Roswell.

13 – September Friends First Friday. 9-10:30am.

State Botanical Garden, Athens.

14, Oct. 12 – Children’s Hike with Story Time.

Phinizy Swamp, Augusta.

14 – Fairy Festival. Oxbow Meadows, Columbus.

14 – Full Moon Hike. Phinizy Swamp, Augusta.

14 – Invasive Series in the Coastal Plain Certificate in Native Plants. State Botanical Garden. Tifton.

14 – Snake Day. Elachee Nature Ctr., Gainesville.

15 – Back to Your Roots Farm Fair. Chattahoochee Nature Center, Roswell.

18 – Fresh Plates Series: Jennifer Yoo. Atlanta Botanical Garden.

Garden & Nature Centers in Georgia

• Ashantilly Center, Darien. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 912-437-4473 • Atlanta Botanical Garden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404-876-5859 • Autrey Mill Nature Preserve/Ctr., Johns Creek.678-366-3511 • Bamboo/Coastal Gdns., Savannah. . . . . . . . . . . 912-921-5460 • Barrington Hall, Roswell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-640-3855 • Big Haynes Creek Nature Center, Conyers. . . . 770-860-4190 • Birdsong Nature Ct., Thomasville . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-953-bird • Callaway Gardens, Pine Mtn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-Callaway • Chattahoochee Nat. Ctr., Roswell . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-992-2055 • Cochran Mill Nature Ctr., Palmetto. . . . . . . . . . . 770-306-0914 • Columbus Botanical Garden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-327-8400 • Dunwoody Nature Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-394-3322 • Elachee Nature Center, Gainesville . . . . . . . . . . 770-535-1976 • Flint RiverQuarium, Albany. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229-639-2650 • Ga. Mt. Research Ctr., Blairsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-745-2655 • Ga. Nature Center, Watkinsville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-769-1000 • Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-893-1881 • GSU Botanical Gdn. Statesboro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 912-871-1149 • Hills & Dales Estate, LaGrange. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-882-3242 • Massee Lane, Fort Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 478-967-2358 • Mill Creek Nature Center, Buford. . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-787-7887 • Oatland Island, Savannah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 912-395-1212 • Oxbow Meadows, Columbus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-507-9550 • Phinizy Swamp, Augusta. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-828-2109 • Sandy Creek Nature Center, Athens. . . . . . . . . . 706-613-3615 • Smithgall Woods, Helen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-878-3087 • State Botanical Garden, Athens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-542-1244 • Tybee Island Marine Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 912-786-5444

1 – Annual Churn-off with Live Music. 4-6pm. We All Scream for Ice Cream. Ashantilly Center, Darien.

2 – Labor Day/Classical Music. Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground.

3 – Well Seasoned Chef. Atlanta Botanical Garden.

3, Oct. 1 – Swing Night at the Garden. 7-10pm. St. Botanical Garden, Athens.

7, Oct. 5 – Swamp Saturday Hike. Phinizy Swamp, Augusta.

7, Oct. 5 – Free First Saturday. Dunwoody Nature Center.

7, 14 – Twilight “Live” Music Series. 4:30-7:30pm.

Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground.

8, 15 – Sundays on the River Concert. Chattahoochee Nature Center, Roswell.

10, Oct. 8 – Puddle Ducks. Phinizy Swamp, ­Augusta.

11 – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Pat Pascarella.

Atlanta Botanical Garden.

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20, Oct. 18 – Doll Club. Autrey Mill Nature Center and Preserve, Johns Creek.

21 – Monarchs & Beyond. State Botanical Garden. Athens.

21 – Plant Taxonomy Certificate in Native Plants.

State Botanical Garden. Tifton.

21 – Behind the Scenes at Hills & Dales. Hills & Dales Estate, LaGrange.

21-22 – Fall Arts on the Great Lawn. Gibbs Gardens. Ball Ground.

22 – 108 Sun Salutation Festival. 5:30-6:30pm.

State Botanical Garden, Athens.

28 – Insect-ival! State Botanical Garden, Athens.

28 – Garden of Eden Ball. Atlanta Botanical Gdn. 28-29 – Water, Wings & Wildlife Education Day and Festival. Flint RiverQuarium. Albany.

28, Oct. 19 – Hikes. 1-3pm. Autry Mill Nature Center and Preserve, Johns Creek.

29 – Fungal Ecology & Diversity Certificate in Native Plants. State Botanical Garden. Athens.

28, Oct. 5 – Monet Waterlily Celebration. 11am4pm. Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground.

October

2 – Fresh Plates Series: Brian Owen. Atlanta ­Botanical Garden.

2 – Warm Season Gasses of the Georgia Piedmont. State Botanical Garden, Athens.

3 – Southeast Ga. Sportsman Social. 6:30pm. Mill Creek Nature Center, Buford.

4 – October Friends First Friday. State Botanical Garden, Athens.

5 – Basic Botany Certificate in Native Plants.

State Botanical Garden, Athens.

5 – Annual Lecture featuring “Secrets of the Southern Table”. Hills & Dales Estate, LaGrange.

5-6 – Art in the Park. Dunwoody Nature Center.

9 – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Eric Roberts. Atlanta Botanical Garden.

12 – Identifying and Controlling Exotic Pest Plants Certificate in Native Plants. State Botanical Garden, Athens.

12 – Full Migration Hike. Phinizy Swamp, Augusta.

12 – Rivers Alive. 9:30am-noon. Mill Creek Nature Center, Buford.

12 – Celebrate Fall/Decades Band. Gibbs Gardens. Ball Ground.

13 – 8th Annual Stories in the Garden. Hills & Dales Estate, LaGrange.

13 – 5th Annual “I Love Ukeule” Ukulele Festival.

1-4pm. State Botanical Garden. Athens.

13 – Harvest on the Hooch in the Unity Garden.

Chattahoochee Nature Center, Roswell.

16 – Fresh Plates Series: Deborah Van Threce.

Atlanta Botanical Garden.

19 – Rivers Alive Cleanup. Phinizy Swamp, Augusta.

19 – Owloween. Oxbow Meadows, Columbus.

20 – Athens Flute Choir Fall Concert. State Botanical Garden, Athens.

25-27 – Spooky Mill. Autry Mill Nature Center and Preserve, Johns Creek.

25-27 – Halloween Hike. Chattahoochee Nature Center, Roswell.

26 – Family Camping Night 2019. Phinizy Swamp, Augusta 26 – Japanese Maples Celebration. 9am-5pm.

Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground.

29 – Spookducklar. Phinizy Swamp, Augusta.

2019 Haunted Road Trips

• Colonial Park Cemetery 201 Abercorn St., Savannah • The Marshall House 123 E. Broughton St., Savannah • Harville House 1850 Harville Rd., Statesboro • Devil’s Bridge Cochran • Andersonville Prison Andersonville • Central State Hospital 620 Broad St., Milledgeville • Spirit of Oakland Tour 248 Oakland Ave., SE, Atlanta • Tunnell Hill 215 Clisby Austin Rd., Tunnell Hill • Tennga Motel Tennga • Blue Orb Zombie Ghost Tour 14 Hull St., Savannah

• Gates of Misery Haunted House 174 Chatillon Rd., Rome • 13 Stories Haunted House 320 Temple Ave., Newnan • Roswell Ghost Tour 617 Atlanta St., Roswell • 17 Hundred 90 Inn & Restaurant 30 E President St., Savannah • Nightmare’s Gate 4179 Vansant Rd., Douglasville • Haunted Corn Maze Copper Creek Farm, 1514 Reeves Station Rd., Calhoun • Dahlonega Ghost Walk 19 E. Main St., Dahlonega • Sinister Suites Haunted House 132 W. Solomon St., Griffin

• Ghosts & Gravestones of Savannah 1301 E. River St., Savannah • The Hay House 934 Ga. Ave., Macon • Gravity Hill US Route 129, Bonaire • Dalton Ghost Tours 114 W. Crawford St., Dalton • Covington Ghost Tours 1105 Washington St., Covington • Ghost Walk of St. Simons 100 Mallery St., St. Simons • Windsor Hotel Historic Haunted Tours 125 W. Lamar St., Americus • Decatur Ghost Tour 101 E. Court Square, Decatur

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It’s AGATHA’S

Atlanta, 404-584-2255, www.agathas.com Thru Nov. 6 Ridiculous Beasts &

Where to Kill Them

ALLIANCE THEATRE

Atlanta, 404-733-5000, www.alliancetheatre.org Sept. 6-Oct. 6 Becoming Nancy Oct. 4-27 Small Mouth Sounds Thru Oct. 27 Hey Willie, See the Pyramids

ART STATION Stone Mountain, 770-469-1105, www.artstation.org Oct. 17-27 A Tour of Southern Ghosts ATHENS COMMUNITY THEATER

Music & Dance Oct. 4 & 6 Jo Koy: Just Kidding World Tour Oct. 5-6, Oct. 12-13 Oct. 3-5 Tengku Irfan Makes His ASO Debut

with Bartók Oct. 10 Toto in Concert Oct. 11 ASO Music of the Rolling Stones Oct. 12 Psycho in Concert Oct. 17,19 Edo de Waart Conducts

Ein Heldnleben Oct. 18 Ledisi: Nina and Me Oct. 20 Superheroes & Villains ASO Oct.25-27 Harry Potter & The Prisoner of AzkabanTM in Concert Oct. 31 Donald Runnicles Conducts

Bruckner ASO

AUGUSTA PLAYERS

706-548-3854, www.townandgownplayers.org Oct. 4 The 39 Steps

706-826-4704, www.augustaplayers.org Sept. 27-29 Ragtime

ATLANTA BALLET

BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY THEATER

404-873-5811, www.atlantaballet.com Sept. 20-22 Love Fear Loss

ATLANTA LYRIC THEATRE

Marietta, 404-377-9948, www.atlantalyrictheatre.com Thru Sept. 1 War Paint Oct. 18-Nov. 3 Jekyll & Hyde

ATLANTA OPERA

404-881-8801, www.atlantaopera.org Oct. 5-13 Frida

ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

706-632-9223, blueridgecommunitytheater.com Sept. 7 Diane Durett Oct. 12 Cradle

CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS

Atlanta, 404-873-3391, www.puppet.org Sept. 4-15 Animal Amigos-Bilingual:

English & Spanish Sept. 17-20 SPACE! Oct. 9-26 The Ghastly Dreadfuls Oct. 22-Nov. 3 The Headless Horseman of

Sleepy Silly Hollow

404-733-4900, www.atlantasymphony.org GEORGIA ENSEMBLE THEATRE Sept. 6-7 Wendy Williams & Friends PresRoswell, 770-641-1260, www.get.org ents: Sept. 12-29 Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

For the Record: Umm Hummm! Tour Oct. 26-Nov. 10 Night Must Fall Sept. 9-10 Paul Anka: Anka Sings Sinatra GRAND THEATRE Cartersville, Sept. 11 Buddy Guy 770-386-7343, www.thegrandtheatre.org Sept. 12-13 Indigo Girls with ASO Sept. 7 GlowBand presents Sept. 20-22 Violin Sensation Joshua Bell Returns

“Experience the Eagles” Sept. 27 Maxell with ASO Sept. 14 Andy Gross Sept. 27-29, Oct. 5, 6, 12, 13, Nov. 2, 3 Oct. 26 Sons of the Pioneers Music for the Very Young: Mrs. Purple Pizzicato 20 GUIDE TO GEORGIA / September/October 2019

HISTORIC HOLLY THEATRE Dahlonega, 706-864-3759, www.hollytheater.com Sept. 7 Patrick Johnson as Elvis Sept. 20-22, 27-29 Frozen Jr. Oct. 5 Jazz Swing Big Band Nov. 1-3, 8-10 Bright Star

MACON LITTLE THEATRE

478-471-plsy, www.maconlittletheatre.org Sept. 6-15 Noises Off Oct. 18-27 Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure

NEW AMERICAN SHAKESPEARE THEATRE TAVERN Atlanta

SPRINGER THEATRE Columbus, 706-324-5714, www.springeroperahouse.org Sept. 20-Oct. 6 Chicago Oct. 5-13 The Rainbow Fish SWAMP GRAVY Colquitt,

229-758-5450, www.swampgravy.com Oct. 4,5,11,12,16,18,25,26 Behind Closed Doors

SWEETLAND AMPHITHEATRE

LaGrange, 706-298-5434, www.sweetland.events Sept. 12 Dwight Yoakam Oct. 4-5 Rockweave Music and Arts Festival

404-874-5299, www.shakespearetavern.com Sept. 7-29 The Three Musketeers Oct. 5-27 Julius Caesar

TATER PATCH PRODUCTIONS Jasper,

SAVANNAH THEATRE

WARNER ROBINS LITTLE THEATRE

SERENBE PLAYHOUSE

THEATRE GUILD VALDOSTA

912-233-7764, www.savannahtheatre.com Sept. 8-Oct. 23 The Piano Man Chattahoochee Hills, 770-463-1110, www.serenbeplayhouse.com Thru Sept. 29 The Jungle Book Sept. 27-Nov. 3 The Sleepy Hollow Experience

706-253-2800, www.taterpatchplayers.org Sept. 13-29 On Golden Pond

478-929-4579, www.wrlt.org Oct. 4-19 Dracula (Drama)

229-247-8243, www.theatreguildvaldosta.com Sept. 26-29, Oct. 3-5 Red, White & Tuna

THEATRE MACON

478-746-9485, www.theatremacon.com Sept. 27-Oct. 6 Frozen Jr.

2019 Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches Alto - Jaemor Farms - 5340 Cornelia Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-869-0999 Ashburn - Calhoun Produce - 5075 Hawpond Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229-273-1887 Buford - Buford Corn Maze - 4470 Bennett Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-835-7198 Calhoun - Copper Creek Farm - 1514 Reeves Station Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-280-5592.

Cartersville - Pettit Creek Farms - 337 Cassville Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-386-8688 Cleveland - North Georgia Corn Maze - 559 Tom Bell Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-348-7634 Cumming - Warbington Farms - 5555 Crow Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 470-297-9567 Dawsonville - Uncle Shucks Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze - 4520 Hwy 53 E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-772-6223 Dublin - Troup Corn Maze and Adventure - 105 Marie Church Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .478-697-3402 Ellijay - The Red Apple Barn - 3379 Tails Creek Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-635-5898 Flintstone - The Enchanted Maize at Blowing Springs Farm - 271 Chattanooga Valley Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-820-2531 Ft. Valley - Lane Southern Orchards - 50 Lane Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-27P-EACH Forsyth - Haunted By Night The Amazing Corn Maze - 477 Dames Ferry Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-386-3276 Gainesville - Kinsey Family Farm - 7170 Jot-em Down Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-887-6028 Hartwell - Five Forks Corn Maze - 562 Old Andersonville Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-376-8960 Lakemont - Hillside Orchard Farms Corn Maze - 18 Sorghum Mill Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-782-2776 Louisville - Sunny Day Farms - 6353 U S 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-360-5051 McDonough - Southern Belle Farm - 1658 Turner Church Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-288-2582 Millen - Hootie’s Corn Maze - 1265 Old Louisville Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-466-1115 Newnan - Uncle Bob’s Pumpkin Patch - 3781 E. Happy Valley Circle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-253-8100 Odum - Poppell Farms - 1765 Hyma Poppell Loop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 912-586-2215 Oxford - Colonel Cob’s Corn Maze at Mitcham Farm - 797 W. Macedonia Church Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-855-1530 Powder Springs - Sleepy Hollow Farm - 628 Sleepy Hollow Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-880-8846 Rockmart - Carlton Farms - 1276 Cartersville Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-546-5179 Stockbridge - Yule Forest Pumpkin Patch - 3565 Hwy. 155 N. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-954-9356 The Rock - The Rock Ranch - 5020 Barnesville Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-647-6374 Watkinsville - Washington Farms - 5671 Hog Mountain Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706-769-0627 Woodstock - Big Springs Farms - 2100 Sugar Pike Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-899-3900 Woodstock - Berry Patch Farms - 786 Arnold Mill Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770-926-0561

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Join us this Fall for a full calendar of events!

Come and experience the Ancient Biblical World through our Archeological Replica Garden, Biblical Life Artifacts, and Biblical Meal!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook to learn more about the fun events we have happening! Family Day, Family Movie Night, the state’s first Olive Festival, and more!

Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm $20 per adult • $15 per child (ages 6-12) Children ages 5 and under are Free

BiblicalHistoryCenter.com

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It’s All About Venues in Georgia AUGUSTA ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX

706-722-3521, augustaentertainmentcomplex.com Sept. 19 Gary Allen Oct. 15 ZZ Top Oct. 26 Marquee Comedy Tour

CELLAIRIS AMPHITHEATRE LAKEWOOD Atlanta, 404-443-5090, www.thelakewoodamphitheater.com Sept. 22 Meek Mill & Future

CHASTAIN PARK AMPHITHEATER

Atlanta, 888-292-8495, www.chastaintickets.com Sept. 1 Australian Pike Floyd Show Sept. 4 Mark Knopfler Sept. 6 Gipsy Kings Sept. 7 B-52s with OMD Sept. 27 Maxwell with ASO Oct. 12 Chicago Oct. 18 Wilco

CLASSIC CENTER

Athens, 800-918-6393, www.classiccenter.com Oct. 14 Alison Krauss

COBB ENERGY CENTRE Atlanta, 770-916-2800, www.cobbenergycentre.com Sept. 14 Jim Jefferies Sept. 15 Greg Gutfeld Sept. 20-22 Love Fear Loss Sept. 26 Kevin James Sept. 28 Darci Lynne & Friends Sept. 29 An Evening with King Crimson Oct. 10 Penn & Teller Oct. 11 Anjelah Johnson Oct. 12 Rodney Carrrington Oct. 13 Trisha Yearwood Oct. 19 Ricky Smiley’s Comedy Explosion Oct. 20 Marisela & Amanda Miguel Oct. 21 Incognito

CUMMING FAIRGROUNDS

Cumming, 770-781-3491, www.cummingfair.net Thru Sept. 1 IPRA World Championship Rodeo Sept. 7, 14 NGQMA Race Oct. 3-13 Cumming County Fair & Festival

FOX THEATRE

Atlanta, 404-881-2100, www.foxtheatre.org Sept. 10 Daniel Caesar Sept. 13 REVIVAL: Drive By Truckers, Chris Brotherhood and Drivin N Cryin Sept. 14 Kingdom Hearts Orchestra Sept. 24-29 Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Peppa Pig Oct. 5 Oct. 6 Thom Yorke Oct. 10 For King & Country Oct. 12 Atlanta Comedy Jam Oct. 14 Maggie Rogers Oct. 19 Ray LaMontagne Oct. 23-Nov. 17 Wicked

THE “FRED” AMPHITHEATER

Peachtree City, 770-631-0630, www.amphitheater.org Oct. 5 – George Thorogood & the Destroyers

GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIRGROUNDS

Hiawassee, 706-896-4191, www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com Sept. 12-14 Dailey & Vincent Landfest Sept. 21 Tracy Lawrence Oct. 3 Ga. State Clogging Convention Oct. 11-19 Georgia Mountain Fall Festival Oct. 12 Jamey Johnson Oct. 26 Appalachian Brew, Que & Stew Festival

GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIRGROUNDS

Perry, 478-987-3247, www.gnfa.com Thru Sept. 2 Ga. Fed. State Championships Sept. 5-8 NBHA Ga. State Championships Sept. 10-15 Good Sam RV Rally Sept. 17-22 Horseman’s Quarter Horse Association Fall Show Oct. 3-8 Loop Rawlins COBB GALLERIA CENTRE Oct. 3 - 13 Georgia National Fair Atlanta, 700-955-8000, www.cobbgalleria.com Oct. 4-6 Travis Porterfield Sept. 6-7 The Franchise Show Oct. 4-6 Karisma Jazzmatic Funk Sept. 14 Censored Featuring Oinesh D’Souza Oct. 9-13 Kardinni Sept. 27-29 Fall Atlanta Home and Outdoor Oct. 11-13 Gregg Erwin, MVP, Vocal Trash Living Expo 2019 Oct. 13 Rumba Latina Oct. 31-Nov. 3 Anime Weekend Atlanta 2019 24 GUIDE TO GEORGIA / September/October 2019

GRAND OPERA HOUSE Macon, 478-301-5461, www.thegrandmacon.com Sept. 13 Love Letters By A. R. Gurney Oct. 26 Black Jacket Symphony:

Prince’s Purple Rain INFINITE ENERGY CENTER Duluth, 770-813-7500, www.infiniteenergycenter.com Sept. 7 Mujer Fortalecida Sept. 8 Bridal Show Sept 11 J. Balvin Sept. 13-15 Monster Jam Sept. 14 Frozen Heart & Paquita Sept. 20 Pepe Aguilar Sept. 21-22 Japanfest Atlanta 2019 Sept. 22 Julio Iglesias Sept. 25 Disturbed Sept. 26 Nickelodian’s Jo Jo Siva DREAM

The Tour Sept. 28 Phil Collins Still Not Dead Yet, LIVE! Oct. 5 Gloria Trevi: Diosa DeLa Noche Tour

with special guest Karol G Oct. 13 The Poetic Stage Play “BURN” Oct. 17 Good Taste Gwinnett Oct. 25 Logic Oct. 27 MANA: Rayando El So! Tour 2019 IMPERIAL THEATRE Augusta,

706-722-8341, www.imperialtheatre.com Sept. 13 The Earls of Leicester w/Twisted Pine Sept. 7 Snow White & Seven Dwarfs Sept. 27-29 Ragtime Oct. 11 Appalachian Road Show and

Darrell Scott Oct. 18 Queen’s Cartoonists Oct. 19 A Man For All Seaons

LUCAS THEATRE Savannah,

912-525-5040, www.lucastheatre.com Sept. 14 Savannah Philharmonic Triple Threat: Bernstein, Gershwin & Mussorgsky Sept. 22 School Bands Celebration Oct. 4 A Night of Georgia Music Oct. 26- Nov. 2 2019 SCAD Savannah Film Festival

MABLE HOUSE AMPHITHEATER Mableton, 770-819-7765, mablehouse.org/amphitheatre Sept. 1 Flashback Series Sept. 6 Movies, Bands & Brews: Nine to Five Sept. 7 Sounds of Good Medicine Sept. 21 An Evening of Jazz Oct. 4 Movies, Bands & Brews:

Bohemian Rhapsody Oct. 12 Funk It UP Old School Pt 2 Presents

the Legendary Ohio Players Oct. 18 Sounds of Motown

Presented by The Soul Knights Oct. 19 Celebrate 60 Years of Motown

PUNCHLINE COMEDY CLUB

Atlanta, 404-252-5233, www.punchline.com Sept. 6-7 Chad Daniels Sept. 13-14 Sarah Tiana Sept. 19-21 Chris Distafano Sept. 26-29 Pete Lee Oct. 5 Ian Bagg Oct. 10-13 Mo Amer Oct. 17-19 Maz Jabrani Oct. 21 Ryan O’Flangan Oct. 24-26 Sam Morril

SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE CENTER

706-878-3300, www.snca.org Sept. 14 Blues Festival Oct. 6 Milton Masciadri Concert

SAVANNAH CIVIC CENTER

912-561-6550, www.savannahcivic.com Sept. 5 Jerry Seinfeld Sept. 14 MJLIVE: Michael Jackson Tribute Sept. 27 ALABAMA: 50th Anniversary Tour Oct. 5 Blackberry Smoke, Till the Wholes

Fall Off Tour

With the Record Company Oct. 16 Alison Krauss

VERIZON WIRELESS AMPHITHEATRE

Alpharetta, 844-379-0370, www.vzwamp.com Sept. 3 Slipknot Sept. 14 Lynyrd Skynrd Sept. 21 Kid Rock Sept. 24 Game of Thrones

Live Concert Experience Sept. 28 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Sept. 29 Godsmack Oct. 5 Kicks 101.5 Fair-Brett Young,

LaCash, Hardy Oct. 10 Brantley Gilbert Oct. 13 Z Z Top

Come Dance With Us! September 20-21, 2019

GSSDA Square Dance Convention Gainesville Civic Center GAINESVILLE, GA

Squares: Mainstream - Plus - Advance Rounds - Lines - Contra

RIVERCENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Columbus, 706-256-3612, www.rivercenter.org www.gssda.org Oct. 23-24 Fiddler on the Roof September/October 2019 / GUIDE TO GEORGIA

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It’s All About .... Falling Fall Arts in the Park Festival in Blue Ridge

The 2019 Fall Arts in the Park Festival will be held in the Downtown City Park of Blue Ridge on October 12 & 13 from 10am-5pm. The two-day festival admission will be $5/adults and children under 12/free. Proceeds will benefit the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, a nonprofit Arts Council in Blue Ridge, Georgia.

The Fall Arts in the Park Festival, located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, is only 90 minutes north of Atlanta and will feature over 100 fine arts and crafts with multiple food vendors. The festival will offer paintings, glass, sculpture, pottery, photography, jewelry, woodworking, basketry, metal­ work, and much more.

Inside the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association’s Art Center, the Southern Appalachian Artists Guild National Juried Show, the photography of Jerry Mucklow and the Fall International Plein Air exhibit will all be on display.

For information, contact 706-632-2144, e-mail Nichole at blueridgearts.director@gmail.com, or visit www.BlueRidgeArts.net. For area information, ­contact the Chamber of Commerce at 706-632-5680 or visit www.BlueRidgeMountains.com.

Make Memories in Meriwether County Meriwether County will again host the Third Annual “Meriwether Menu” event. Enjoy an elegantly prepared and served cuisine inside the iconic and historic Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge, near the city of Woodbury. Built by freed slave Horace King in the 1840’s, this bridge has withstood the test of time and serves as a memorable backdrop for the culinary experience. Enjoy the linen covered tablecloths and beautiful chandeliers as you listen to the water flowing gently under the bridge and wait for the big bright moon to make an appearance.

Visited Warm Springs lately? Now is a great time as we head into the fall season. The annual Harvest Hoedown will be held on Saturday, October 12th from 9am-6pm with arts & crafts; delicious food; live entertainment and lots of activities for the kids. Parade starts at 11am.

While here visit Roosevelt’s Little White House. Built in 1932, visitors can tour FDR’s home which has been carefully preserved very much as he left it. Round out your visit by experiencing The Chapel on the grounds of Roosevelt Warm Springs and see the Polio Hall of Fame, honoring the doctors and scientists who made important contributions to our knowledge of p­ olio. You can always enjoy delicious food; great shopping and a wonderful “down-home” atmos­phere in Warm Springs, GA. Phone 706-655-3322 for more information or visit www.meriwether countychamber.org.

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g in Love with Georgia Summerville Railroad Days

Photo by Greg McCary

Located 22 miles north of Rome and 60 miles south of Chattanooga on Hwy. 27 - ­Nestled in the mountains of Northwest Georgia you will find the city of Summerville, a city of ­history, hospitality, and plenty of small town charm. Home to one of only a few operating train turntables in the southeastern United States, Summerville is truly a step back in time for train and history buffs alike.

Enjoy the October weather of Northwest ­Georgia Mountains, while celebrating some spectacular events and the arrival of fall. Bring the entire ­family out to visit the historic Summerville Depot and greet the Tennessee Valley Railroad passenger trains as they arrive.

Families will fall in love with Summerville and the six week celebration of Steam Into Summerville Railroad Days. Train arrivals, working of the Summerville Turntable, and special events are held every Saturday in October through mid November.

Whether young or old, there’s something for everyone. From our Sum Nelly Arts & Crafts Festival to our mini Renaissance Festival, there is lots of good food & fun for all. Visitors often enjoy the festive fall decorations, handcrafted Scarecrow displays, local flavor restaurants, and visiting Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden.

For more information, phone 706-859-0900, ext. 1337, or visit www.summervillega.org.

Autumn trees embrace the sky in vivid sunset hues, welcoming the new season and the festivities to come.

From apple orchards and hayrides to wine tastings and tailgating, the festival of fall has arrived.

Ongoing Georgia Events

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Sept. 1-Oct. 6 – BRUNSWICK – Thru Sept. 2 – DUBLIN – Splash Rhythm on River Concerts, Waterfront Pad, 575 Southern Pines Rd. 478-277Park. 912-265-4032.

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Sept. 2-Nov. 10 – BUFORD – Corn Thru Sept. 15 – WATKINSVILLE – Maze, 4470 Bennett Rd. 678-835-7198.

Perspectives 2019. Annual Georgia PotSept. 3-Oct. 31 – WOODBINE – tery Invitational. Oconee Cultural Arts Opry, Fri & Sat 7-10pm. 912-552-5113.

Foundation campus. 706-769-4565.

Sept. 5-Oct. 27 – HELEN – OktoberThru Oct. 27 – CORDELE – SAM fest Festhalle. 706-878-1908.

Shortline Excursion Train. Various dates.

Sept. 6, Oct. 4 – DUBLIN – First FriCall for schedule. 877-ga-rails. day Concert Series. 478-272-2560.

Sept. 28-Jan. 20, 2020 – MADISON Sept. 6, Oct. 4 – THOMASVILLE – 1st – South by South, An Alice Williams ExFriday, Dwntwn. 6-9pm. 229-227-7020. hibit on display at Cultural Center. www.

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Merritt Pecan Company in Weston Merritt Pecan Company, located on Hwy. 520 in Weston, specializes in farm-fresh pecans and offers a large selection of items including pecans, pecan candies, brittle, d­ ivinity, jams, jellies, sauces, souvenirs, homemade pies and cakes, t-shirts, cookbooks, and gift baskets. The pecans are grown and harvested on their farms and processed at their plant.

The company, in business since 1980, is halfway ­between Albany and Columbus. It has a Chevron Foodmart and offers convenience store items, BBQ sandwiches, hot wings, hot dogs, cheeseburger dogs, sausage biscuits, and other food items. The store also offers a picnic area with tables for customers, an inside ATM, clean restrooms, walking area for dogs, and bus and camper parking. Local produce items, ranging from peas to peaches, are available when in season. Football fans will find souvenir items for Georgia, Auburn, and other local teams ranging from books to back scratchers.

Merritt Pecan Company, reminiscent of a general store, is decorated with memorabilia, has a display of John Deere toys inside, and an antique tractor barn with John Deere tractors and other antique tools. The store is open from 7am-7pm daily except for Christmas Day. Visit www.merritt-pecan.com or phone 800-762-9152. on the Square. 11am. 770-253-8283.

Ongoing Georgia Events Sept. 7-14 – CONYERS – Tykes, Tots. Teens Consignment Sale, Ga. Int’l Sept. 6-Oct. 4 – VALDOSTA – First Horse Pk. 888-860-4224.

Friday, Downtown. 6:30-9:30pm. 229Sept. 14, Oct. 12 – ALBANY – Free259-3577. dom Singers, Civil Rights Institute. 1pm.

Sept. 6-14 – CALHOUN – North 866-750-0840.

West Ga. Regional Fair, 1060 Liberty Sept. 14, Oct. 12 – RINGGOLD – Rd, SW. 706-625-3200.

Rods & Relics Cruise-In. 706-935-3061.

Sept. 6-14 – CLARKESVILLE – Sept. 20, Oct. 25 – ELLIJAY – Chattahoochee Mountain Fair. HabershAcoustic Blends, Gilmer Arts Ctr. 7pm. am County Fairgrounds. 706-768-6890.

706-635-5605.

Sept. 7, Oct. 5 – DAHLONEGA – Sept. 21-30 – NEWNAN – Kiwanis First Friday Concerts. Hancock Park.

Coweta County Fair 770-254-2627.

6:30pm. 706-864-3513.

Sept. 27-Oct.27 – FLINSTONE – Sept. 7, Oct. 5 – NEWNAN – Pickin’ Rock City’s Enchanted Maize, Blowing Springs Farm, Fri., Sat., Sun. 706-8202531.

Sept. 27-Nov. 2 – CALHOUN – Corn Maze/Pumpkin Patch, Cooper Creek Farm, Fri & Sat. 770-548-7746.

Sept. 30-Oct. 5 – HAHIRA – Honey Bee Festival. 229-242-2600.

Oct. 2-13 – FORT VALLEY – Lane’s Orchards Corn Maze and Hay Rides.

800-277-3224.

Oct. 2-6 – AUGUSTA – Westobou Festival. 706-755-2878.

Oct. 3-13 – CUMMING – Country Fair and Festival. 770-7841-3491.

Oct. 3-13 – PERRY – Georgia National Fair. 478-987-3247 or 800-9873247.

Oct. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 – COLQUITT – Swamp Gravy, Behind Closed Doors. 229-758-5450.

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PERSPECTIVES: Georgia Pottery Invitational 2019 in Watkinsville PERSPECTIVES: Georgia Pottery Invitational 2019 will take place August 31-September 15 in Watkinsville, Georgia, at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation campus. This year is the 17th annual award-winning event that showcases the works of the 50 selected Georgia potters.

The largest juried show of its kind in the Southeast, PERSPECTIVES features 6000 pieces of contemporary functional pottery for sale. In addition, the event this year will host Pottery by Barry Gregg a “Meet and Greet” with select potters at the Opening Gala on Friday, August 30 from 6 to 9. A $20 entrance donation allows first option to purchase pots prior to the public opening the following day and admits attendees to a catered buffet.

There are three pottery exhibits, weekend gallery talks, pottery demonstrations, and a twoday demonstration/workshop with well known potter, Glenn Dair. Schedule of all events and details can be found at www.ocaf.com.

Ongoing Georgia Events

Oct. 4, 11 – BLAIRSVILLE – Friday night concerts, Courthouse. 7pm. 706-7455493.

Oct. 4-12 – GRIFFIN – Spalding County Fair. 770-229-6400.

Oct. 5-27 – ROCK CITY – Rocktoberfest. Sat. & Sun. 800-854-0675.

Oct. 5-Nov. 9 – BLUE RIDGE – SAAG National Juried Show. 706-632-2144.

Oct. 6-20 – CHERRY LOG – Fall Fes-

tival. Dwntwn. 9am-5pm. 706-635-7400.

Oct. 10-13 – TYBEE ISLAND – Pirate Festival. 800-868-2322.

Oct. 11-19 – HIAWASSEE – Ga. Mountain Fall Festival. 800-899-6867.

Oct. 12, 13, 19, 20 – BLAIRSVILLE – Blairs­ville Sorghum Festival. 706-7454745 Oct. 12-13, 19-20 – ELLIJAY – Apple Festival. Lions Club Fairgrounds. 706636-4500.

2019

Perspectives Georgia Pottery Invitational™

August 31 – September 15 Watkinsville, Georgia 10am – 5pm, free admission

706-769-4565 • ocaf.com

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There are so many fun and exciting things happening in Warner Robins! The Route 96 M ­ usic Festival is the first of its kind. Catch live music at Rigby’s Water World while floating down Runaway Rapids. On September 14, 2019 get ready for Trial By Fire, Rock the ’90s, The Matt Brantley Band, Shyanne, and Whiskey Run! Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at Rigbys­WaterWorld.com.

Conveniently located off I-75 exit #142 (Hwy 96) to Karl Drive, Rigby’s is a must-do for your family’s fun time together.

It is the show that all of Georgia has been waiting for… Thunder Over Georgia Air Show! Come join #TeamRobins for the #ThunderOver Georgia2019 Air Show, September 28 & 29, 2019 headlining the Air Force Thunderbirds. ­Expect two days of high-velocity excitement as the Thunderbirds, the F-22 Demo Team, the Army Special Operations Command Black Daggers Parachute Team and many other acts take center stage at Robins Air Force Base.

Mark your calendar now for the Annual Planes & Trains Show hosted by the Middle Georgia Model Railroads Club will be at the Museum of Aviation.

This year’s dates are November 22 to December 1, 2019. The show is free and a delight to see.

Georgia Artisan Center in Warner Robins continues to be a source of high-quality unique works of art, handcrafted by Georgia artists. The variety is wide-ranging and includes handcrafted baskets, jewelry, wooden ornaments, books, t-shirts, jams and more. Each is an original and makes the perfect gift. The Georgia Artisan Center is located inside the E.L. Greenway Welcome Center, 99 Armed Forces Boulevard, N. and is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

Check out the WarnerRobinsVisitorsCenter.com for more information on the Route 96 ­Music Fest and the Thunder Over Georgia Air Show.

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Photo by Air Force Times

Route 96 Music Fest & Thunder Over Georgia in Warner Robins

Mountain Moonshine Festival in Dawsonville During the 4th weekend in October, KARE For Kids of Dawsonville, GA proudly presents the 52nd Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival! They welcome over 100,000 visitors to experience vintage race cars, revenuers and more authentic moonshine-hauling cars than you’ll ever see gathered in one place anywhere in the US! With a huge car show with judging and awards, a parade, over 300 vendors, kids activities, three stages of entertainment, and great food, there is something for everyone!

The weekend kicks off on Friday, Oct. 25 at 8am with the start of the Car Show. At 9am sharp the 11th Annual Moonshine Run will be leaving from Bearden’s Funeral Home to travel the routes the moonshine runners raced through in years past, traveling to Jackie Jones’ Museum in Haysville, NC!! (Registration at 8am). On Saturday, Oct. 26 at 9am, a parade of vintage race cars and moonshine era cars will present 2019 Grand Marshal STERLING MARLIN followed by Opening Ceremonies and this year’s Moonshine Hall of Fame inductees will be announced. Live music, arts and craft vendors, food, children’s activities, and exhibits continue through Sunday evening, Oct. 27 at 5pm. You can purchase Mountain Moonshine Festival souvenirs, taste real moonshine at the Dawsonville Distillery and tour the GA Racing Hall of Fame.

This festival is a reunion of sort for many well-known race car drivers and owners, so you never know who you may see milling around! The event is free; parking is $10 per car. Shuttles will be running. Bring your entire family, your cameras, and be prepared to stay all day or weekend to see what Dawsonville and the North Georgia mountains have to offer.

For more information, 706-216-5273 or www.kareforkids.org. All proceeds go directly to helping children in need in Dawson County. We Thank You & Are Most Grateful for Your Support!!

Ongoing Georgia Events

Oct. 21-26 – STATESBORO – Kiwanis Ogee­­chee Fair, 16492 Ga 67. 803-9560298.

Oct. 26-Nov. 2 – SAVANNAH – Film Festival. Trustees Theater. 912-525-5050.

Nov. 22-Dec. 1 – WARNER ROBINS – Annual Planes and Trains Show. Museum of Aviation. 478-926-6870.

Nov. 22-Dec. 31 – LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN – Enchanted Garden of Lights, Rock City. 6-9pm. 706-820-2531.

SeeRock City.com.

7 – CARROLLTON – Downton Music Festival, 7:30-11:30pm. 770-830-2000.

7 – CONYERS – Old Jail Museum Tour. First Saturdays, 967 Milstead Ave., Rockdale County Courthouse Complex.

770-922-3740. North Ga. Live Steamers. Public train rides. 770-860-4190.

7 – LUMBER CITY – Lumber City Farm Day Festival, Church St., 912-3634643.

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September Events

Aug. 30-Sept. 1 – PINE MOUNTAIN – Sky High Hot Air Balloon Fest, Callaway Gardens. 800-852-3810.

Aug. 29-Sept. 1 – JASPER – Jeep Festival, 8795 Hwy 53E. 5-8 – BLUE RIDGE – Plein Air International Paint Out. 706-632-2144.

6-7 – DOUGLAS – Gopher Tortoise Festival. Downtown. 912-384-1873.

6-8 – DAHLONEGA – Annual Dahlonega Trail Festival, Public Square.

706-867-9742.

7 – ATHENS – Athens Water Festival, Sandy Creek Fesival, 10:30am-2pm. 706357-4430.

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The Real Squeal BBQ & Music Festival Lyons, Georgia will host its 10th annual BBQ & Music ­Festival on October 11th & 12th. The Real Squeal is a KCBS sanctioned event including Professional & Amateur BBQ ­Competitions.

The festival will kick off ​Friday, October 11th​, in downtown Lyons with an Amateur BBQ Contest, BBQ Sauce Contest, ­Classic Car Cruise-In, Motor Build-off, traditional festival foods, street dance, and fireworks! On October 12th, head to Partin Park for the Professional BBQ Competition, “The Pig Jig” traditional music contest, Confederate Encampment, Indian Artifact Show, Flint Knapping, Squeal-In Classic Car Show, Soccer Dog, Knockerball, Kids’ Creative Play area, Quilt Show, Arts & Crafts, live music and more.

For more information, visit www.therealsqueal.com. Like us on Facebook!

September Events

14 – BLAIRSVILLE – Mountain Music & Arts & Crafts Festival, Vogel State Park, 10am-6pm.706-745-2628.

14 – DONALSONVILLE – Commun­ ity Yard Sale & Art Market. 8am-2pm.

Downtown. 229-524-2588.

14 – ELBERTON – Granite City BBQ Festival & Annual Cornhole Tourney, Public Square. 706-213-3204.

14 – GAINESVILLE – Snake Day, 2125 Elachee Dr. 770-535-1976.

14 – NICHOLS – Love Bug Festival, 9am-4pm, 46 John Coffee Rd. 912-3847082.

14 – WACO – Waco Fall Festival, Atlantic Avenue. 770-537-3314.

14 – WARNER ROBINS – Route 96 Music Fest. Rigby’s Water World. www.

WarnerRobinsVisitorsCenter.com.

14 – WASHINGTON – Cruise In On the Square, 4:30-8:30pm, Downtown.

Washingtonwilkes.org 14 – WAYNESBORO – Farm Festival. 706-799-2770.

19-21 – BLUE RIDGE – Blues & BBQ Music Festival, Downtown City Park.

877-277-5409.

20-21 – CLERMONT – Clermont Days Festival. 770-983-7568.

20-21 – GAINESVILLE – GSSDA (Square Dancing) Convention. Gainesville Civic Center. 229-377-9635, www. gssda.org.

20-22 – AUGUSTA – Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival, 836 Reynolds St. 706-826-4702.

20-22 – BARNESVILLE – Barnesville Buggy Days. 770-358-5884.

20-22 – AUGUSTA – Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival. 706-826-4702.

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7 – OMAHA – Pepper Festival. Ponder Park. 229-528-3175.

7 – RYDAL – Pine Log Arts & Crafts Fair, 3497 Pine Log Rd, NE. 770-3862736.

7 – PINE MOUNTAIN – Dog Splash & Luau at Liberty Bell Pool. FDR State Park. 1-4pm. 706-663-4858.

7 – VILLA RICA – Gold Rush Festival. Main Street. 678-840-1441.

7-8 – DALLAS – Paulding Meadows Arts & Crafts Festival, 472 Paulding Meadows Dr. 770-445-6016.

7-8 – SAVANNAH – Savannah Bacon Festival, River St. 912-234-0295.

12-14 – HIAWASSEE – Dailey & Vincent Landfest in the Mountains & On the Lake, 1311 Music Hall Rd, Hwy 76W. 706-896-4191.

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Art in the Park at Historic Hurricane Shoals Park near Maysville Bluegrass, Art, Living History, Civil War Reenactments and BBQ . . . come celebrate with Tumbling Waters Society’s Art Festival under the trees at beautiful Hurricane Shoals between Jefferson and Maysville Sept. 21st 10am-6pm and Sept. 22nd 12:30-5:30pm. Admission, parking and all concerts are FREE. Enjoy the best BLUEGRASS in North Georgia with BlueBilly Grit & bands from 1-5pm both days – Sunday features Cotton Town Revival. Southern GOSPEL featured both days in Village Chapel.

Other festivities include BBQ and festival foods, ­ handmade ART & CRAFTS, Children’s Art, KIDS ZONE with ponies, games & inflatables, 5K MILLRACE Saturday 8am.

Live history by watching the old GRIST MILL grind cornmeal –$5/bag and take new History Walk beginning in Heritage Village. In the ­VILLAGE travel back to 1800’s with FOLK ART demonstrations & tours of Cabins. There’s a huge weekend of Civil War Reenactment BATTLES Sat. 4pm & Sun. 2pm with artillery and cavalry – also soldiers’ camps, field hospital and history for sale from Civil War merchants called Sutlers.

Finale Sunday is hilarious DUCK DASH. For information: www.hurricaneshoalspark.org or call 706-652-2318. Sorry, no pets or alcohol.

Biblical History Center in LaGrange Biblical History Center (BHC) was founded in LaGrange in 2006 with the mission to help people encounter the ancient biblical world through its ­history and culture. BHC is truly a museum like no other, and the most authentic ancient world experience outside a trip to the Middle East. ­Visitors can enjoy guided and self- guided Archaeological Replica Garden Tours, a Biblical Meal, a tour through the Daily Life Artifacts Gallery, bread ­making under the goat haired tents, a simulated ­archeology dig, and special events throughout the year.

BHC is one of only eight museums worldwide with a long term collection from the ­Israeli Antiquity Authority. The collection is the Tumbling WaTers socieTy largest in the United States with over 250 ­artifacts exploring the daily life of the Ancient World. Be sure to follow on Facebook FesTiVal and Instagram to learn when events are.

October 11 is Family Movie Night. Love Comes Softly will be shown in the Roman Theater. Popcorn, Coke’s, and snacks will be available for purchase. The event will take place rain or shine.

Join BHS on Saturday, October 26 for September 21 & 22 Hurricane Shoals Park near Maysville, GA their first-ever Olive Festival! At its heart, Bluegrass Bands • 5K Mill Race Sat. 8am the Olive Festival is a festival for foodies.

Grist Mill • Southern Gospel • Arts & Crafts The Garden will come to life with foods Food & BBQ • Kids Zone • Duck Dash from the ancient world. Many of these food Saturday Civil War Battle Reenactments 10am-6pm items will be locally sourced produce from Camps, Cavalry, Artillery & Hospital Sunday farms near you. Play games, listen to music, Heritage Village Living History 12:30-5:30pm and enjoy the day.

NO ALCOHOL — NO PETS ALLOWED Schedule your visit today at Biblical FREE PARKING & ADMISSION HistoryCenter.com or 706-885-0363. www.hurricaneshoalspark.org

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43rd Annual Toccoa Harvest Festival

Celebrate fall in beautiful historic downtown Toccoa at this free outdoor festival. The 43rd Annual Toccoa Harvest Festival will be held Oct. 26-27. Enjoy music and dancing while taking in smells of fall mingling with roasting peanuts, mulling spices, and regional and international foods. There will be more than 150 craft and food vendors.

All crafts will be “homemade, home baked, or home grown.” There will be free buggy rides as well as a variety of activities for children. The Currahee Artist Guild will have a sale and demonstration at the festival as well as a classic car show sponsored by the Stephens County Recreation Department on Saturday from 10am-3pm.

While at the festival, visit the downtown stores which include antique markets, specialty shops and a book store. The Historical Society Museum and Currahee Military Museum with WWII items from Band of Brothers are within walking distance from the festival.

Festival hours will be Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm. For information, visit www.mainstreettoccoa.com or phone 706-282-3309 or 877-6toccoa.

September Events

21 – PORTERDALE – Yellow River Jam, 8:30am-1pm, Main St. & Hemlock St. 404-876-2900.

21 – STATHAM – Sunflower Festival.

Railroad St., 8am-5pm. 770-725-5455.

21-22 – CARTERSVILLE – Arts Festival at Rose Lawn, 224 W. Cherokee Ave.770-387-5162.

21-22 – MACON – Ocmulgee Indian Celebration, 10am-5pm, 1207 Emery Hwy. 478-752-8257.

21-22 – MAYSVILLE – Art in the Park Festival, Hurricane Shoals Park. 706335-6723.

21-22 – PEACHTREE CITY – Shake­ rag Festival. www.visitpeachtreecity.com.

21-22 – SUWANEE – Suwanee Festival. 330 Town Center Ave. 22 – EATONTON – Briar Patch Arts & Antiques, Downtown. 706-485-5826.

23 – BRUNSWICK – Costal Symphony of Georgia, High School 8pm. 912634-2006.

27-28 – FITZGERALD – Harmony Jubilee. Paulk Park Campground. 800386-4642.

28 – ATHENS – Insectival, 2450 S. Milledge Ave. 706-542-6156 28 – CORNELIA – Annual Big Red Apple Festival, 102 Grant Rd. 706-7688585.

28 – LAVONIA – Lavonia Fall Festival. Main St. 706-356-8202.

28 – NASHVILLE – Nashville-Berrien County Harvest Festival. Downtown.

9am-4pm. 229-686-5123.

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20-22 – JEKYLL ISLAND – Shrimp & Grits: The Wild GA Shrimp Festival, Historic District. 912-635-3636.

21 – BAINBRIDGE – Sprint on the Flint Triathlon, Earle May Basin Recreation Area, 100 Boat Basin Circle, 229243-8555.

21 – BROOKLET – Brooklet Peanut Festival, 202 E Lee St., 912-481-1742.

21 – BUCHANAN – County Fried Pie Festival. 9am-4pm, Downtown Square.

678-646-0743.

21 – PEACHTREE CITY – GreekFest. Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing. www.visitpeachtreecity.com.

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Lane Southern Orchards It’s Fall y’all, and the best time to spend a day on the farm. You can romp through the 6 acre corn maze and try to find the corny signs hidden inside for a chance to win weekly prizes. Take an old fashioned hayride, pick the perfect pumpkin at the pumpkin patch and test your shooting skills with a corn cannon. You and your family can compete to see who’s rubber duck can make it down the flume the fastest, or who’s the champion at pumpkin checkers. The kids can play on a farm themed playground with real tractors.

While you’re there, enjoy breakfast or lunch at the Peachtree Café. You can end your day with a big bowl of home-made peach cobbler, a bunch of spoons and tell all your tales while sitting on the front porch in one of their rocking chairs.

Lane Southern Orchards is located just off I-75 at Exit 142, or Exit 24 off of I-16, tucked between Macon and Fort Valley in the heart of Middle Georgia. Get away from the hustle and bustle and spend your day on the farm. Call 800-277-3224 or visit LaneSouthernOrchards.com for more information. We hope to see y’all soon!

September Events

28 – PEACHTREE CITY – Dragon Boat Races. Lake Peachtree. www.visit peachtreecity.com.

28 – PLAINS – Peanut Festival. 229824-5373.

28-29 – CANTON – Riverfest Arts & Crafts Festival. Boling Pk. 404-863-1841.

28-29 – CONYERS – Quick Quotes Mini Reserve Scrapbooking Workshop.

Ga. Int’l Horse Park. 770-860-4190.

28-29 – ELLIJAY – Dancing Goat Folk Festival, Main St. 404-617-8415.

28-29 – GRIFFIN – Gourdfest, Kiwanis Fairgrounds. 770-229-5530.

28-29 – HELEN – Alpine Village Arts & Crafts Show. Unicoi Hill Park. 706-8782181.

28-29 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Art Under the Oaks, Postell Pk. 912-638-8770.

28-29 – WARNER ROBINS – Thunder Over Ga. Air Show. Museum of Aviation, 9am-4pm. 478-926-6870.

5 – DACULA – Elisha Winn Fair, 908 Dacula Rd. Sat./Sun. 10am-5pm. 770822-5174.

5 – FLOWERY BRANCH – Fall Festival. Train Depot. 770-967-6371.

5 – HARLEM – Oliver Hardy Festival.

Parade at 10am. 706-556-0401.

5 – HOLLY SPRINGS – Autumn Festival. Barrett Park. 770-345-5536.

October Events

4-6 – ADAIRSVILLE – Great Locomotive Chase Festival. 770-773-3451/770387-1357.

4-6 – SAVANNAH – Annual Oktoberfest on River Street 912-238-1453.

5 – ALBANY – AMA Chalkfest: Home Grown Museum of Art, 10am-6pm. 229439-8400 5 – CONYERS – Old Jail Museum Tour. First Saturdays, 967 Milstead Ave., Rockdale County Courthouse Complex.

770-922-3740.

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Harmony Jubilee in Fitzgerald The Harmony Jubilee – celebrating a unique history and a vibrant future…

September 27-28 is your chance to ride in a Hot Air Balloon and see Fitzgerald and the surrounding areas from above!

Both tethered and untethered rides will be offered weather permitting.

The Harmony Jubilee has become a regional event with the reintroduction of the Wine & Cheese tasting event on Friday, September 27th located at Paulk Vineyards.

On Saturday, September 28 join us for a full day of festivities at the Paulk Park RV Park and Camp Ground! Begin your day with a 7-mile, 30-mile or 62-mile bike ride or 5K Color Run & 1-mile Fun Run. Then visit the Artisan Market showcasing quality handmade and homemade goods and wares crafted by local and regional artisans and artists. The Kid Zone will include a bouncy house/slide, rock wall, bungee jump, face painting, train rides and more. Don’t miss our pet fashion show that benefits the Fitzgerald-Ben Hill Humane Society! There will be music and entertainment throughout the day, as well as kayaks on the pond. All of this to celebrate our unique history and our vibrant future…

For more information, call 800-386-4642 or visit www.fitzgeraldga.org.

October Events

5 – LULA – Lula Belton Historical Society Fall Festival, 5959 Athens St. 706-677-2016.

5 – MILLEN – Fair on the Square. 9am-4pm. Courthouse Lawn. 478-982-5595.

5 – PELHAM – Wildlife Festival. 9a-4pm. Freedom Plaza. 229-294-4924.

5 – PORTAL – Turpentine Catface Festival. Carter Turpentine Still. Bulloch County.

d l a r e g Fi t z

Celebrating a Legacy of Unity and Diversity

September 27-28 at the Harmony Jubilee at Paulk Park Campground in beautiful Fitzgerald, Georgia.

Fitzgerald Area Convention and Visitors Bureau fitzgeraldga.org 800-386-4642

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39th Annual Georgia Marble Festival in Jasper Jasper, Georgia and the entire Marble Valley of Pickens County will celebrate the history of Georgia Marble during the 39th Annual Georgia Marble Festival on October 5-6 at Lee Newton Park, 500 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Jasper, GA 30143.

A 5K Run/Walk will begin Saturday at 8am followed by the 1 Mile Fun Run at 9am. (www.jasperumc.org).

There will be a parade down Jasper’s Main Street at 10am.

Inside the festival gates will be arts, crafts, food, entertainment, demonstrations, and children’s activities. Free trolley rides will be available to take you to Main Street for shops, restaurants, and historic sites such as the Old Jail and Kirby Quinton Cabin.

The public is allowed to tour the largest open pit ­marble quarries in the world during the Georgia Marble Festival.

Call 706-692-5600 or visit www.georgiamarblefestival.com to book your quarry tour today!

The tour fees are $20/adult, $18/children 6-12, and free/5 & under. Handicapped accessible by request. This includes entrance to the festival.

Parking and shuttles will be free at Ingles and Chattahoochee Technical College. Festival hours will be Saturday, Oct. 5th 10am-6pm, and Sunday, Oct. 6th 10am-4pm. Admission will be $5/adult, $3/ages 6-12, and free/5 & under. For info or for vendor applications, visit www. georgiamarblefestival.com or phone 706-692-5600.

October Events

12 – BUENA VISTA – Rural America Festival. 229-649-2842.

12 – CONYERS – North Ga. Live Steamers. Public train ride; Arrogressive 2019 5K walk/run. Ga. International Horse Park. 770-860-4190.

12 – DALLAS – Paulding Fine Arts Fall Festival. 770-445-9008.

12 – FOLKSTON – Okefenokee Fest.

912-496-2536.

12 – SYLVESTER – 100 Mile Peanut Pickin’ Yard Sale. 8am-4pm. 229-3434394.

5 – SOCIAL CIRCLE – Friendship Festival. 770-464-1866.

5 – ST. MARYS – Rock Shrimp Festival. Downtown Waterfront. 912-6738683.

5 – SUMMERVILLE – Sum Nelly Arts and Crafts Festival. Dowdy Park. 9am3pm. 706-859-0900.

5-6 – GAY – The Cotton Pickin’ Fair.

706-538-6814.

5-6 – GAY – Shady Days in Gay Arts & Crafts. 706-977-8548.

5-6 – JASPER – Georgia Marble Festival. 706-745-5789.

5-6 – SUCHES – Indian Summer Festival, Woody Gap School. 706-747-2401.

10 – LaGRANGE – Family Movie Night, Love Comes Softly. Biblical History Center. 706-885-0363.

11 – SANDERSVILLE – Kaolin Festival. Linton Park. 478-552-2525.

11-12 – LYONS – The Real Squeal: Lyons BBQ & Music Festival. 912-526October 5 & 6 Jasper, GA 6445.

12 – ALBANY – Artesian City Car Club 45th Anniversary Car Show, Albany Mall, 9am-3pm. 229-669-8970.

12 – ATHENS – North Ga. Folk Festival, Sandy Springs Park. 706-357-4430.

12 – BLUE RIDGE – Blue Ridge Mountains Marching Festival. 706-6327445.

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Chiaha Harvest Fair in Rome Join us for the 55th annual Chiaha Harvest Fair, a toe-tappin’, cider-sippin’ fun for everyone arts festival. The festival will be held on the banks of the Oostanaula River in Rome’s Ridge Ferry Park on Saturday, Oct. 26, and Sunday, Oct. 27, from 10am to 5pm. This family-friendly festival will offer a variety of handmade arts and crafts by more than 140 artists from around the region. Several artists will demonstrate their work. Continuous live entertainment will be a highlight of the Chiaha stage and will include Americana, bluegrass, country, and Southern rock musicians.

Take the kids for a wide variety of children’s art projects designed to help get them in on the fun of self-expression. Area students are invited to display their artwork, creating a showcase of future artists in the Northwest Georgia region. Visitors stroll through the festival sipping complimentary hot apple cider served from a giant cauldron, a tradition since the very first year.

Enjoy Southern home-cooking and sweet treats from over a dozen food booths, and delight in a variety of family-friendly activities.

Admission will be $5/adults, $4/students & seniors, and $1/kids under 12. Parking will be free. Take I-75N to Exit 290; left on GA 20W to Loop 1 and Riverside Pkwy. For information, visit www.chiaha.org or www.facebook.com/ChiahaHarvest, or email info@chiaha.org.

October Events

12 – WARM SPRINGS – Harvest Hoe Down. Downtown. 706-655-2558.

12 – WASHINGTON – Southern Heritage Festival, Mule Day. 706-678-2013.

12-13 – BLUE RIDGE – Fall Arts in the Park, Downtown City Park. 706-632-2144.

12-13 – CARROLLTON – Fine Arts & Crafts, Cultural Art Ctr. 770-830-2000.

12-13 – CAVE SPRINGS – Georgia Mush­room Festival, 13 Old Cedartown Rd. 678-871-0288.

55th Annual

www.chiaha.org

A toe-tappin’, cider-sippin’, fun-for-everyone arts festival.

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Downtown Washington Just what you have been looking for…. ONE Dining & Entertainment Destination. From Pubs to Sole Food, French Chef to Food Truck, Pastry Shop to Ice Cream Parlor – Downtown Washington is a foodie’s delight! An easy stroll along treelined sidewalks leads you to discover its Brewery, Outlet Shop, Day Spa, Fashion & Home Boutiques, Art Gallery & Antique Shops. Rather than chain stores, traffic jams and waiting lines you will find friendly smiles truly glad to see you.

And with an array of monthly events and a fun weekend nightlife, Downtown Washington is full of laughter and music. Every 2nd Saturday there is either a movie or concert on the Square.

Washington also boasts three of the best museums in the State: The Washington Historical Museum, Callaway Plantation and The Robert Toombs House. You can even hike nearly five miles of trails at the site of the only Revolutionary Battle won in Georgia at Kettle Creek Battle­field.

Discover more at WashingtonWilkes.org or Facebook/HistoricWashingtonWilkes.

October Events

12-13 – DALTON – Prater’s Mill Country Fair. 706-494-6455.

12-13 – ELLIJAY – Ga. Apple Festival Fairgrounds, Lions Club Fairgrounds.

706-635-7400.

12-13 – RISING FAWN – New Salem Mountain Fair. 706-398-0988.

15-17 – MOULTRIE – Sunbelt Farm Expo. Spence Field. 229-985-1968.

18-19 – CALHOUN – Antique Engine Tractor Show, Fairgrounds. 800-887-3811.

18-19 – KENNESAW – Owl O’Ween.

3200 Geo. Busbee Pkwy. 770-772-0581.

18-19 – MANCHESTER – Railroad Days. Manchester Mill. 706-975-4546.

18-19 – SYLVESTER – Georgia Peanut Festival. Jeffords Pk. 229-776-6657.

18-20 – RICHMOND HILL – Great Ogee­chee Seafood Festival. 912-756-3444.

19 – BLUE RIDGE – Paws in the Park, Downtown City Park. 10am-2pm 706-632-5680.

19 – BREMEN – Towne Festival, Downtown, 9am-4pm. 770-537-6570.

19 – CARTERSVILLE – Bluegrass and Folk Festival. 770-607-3480.

19 – COCHRAN – Cochran-Bleckley Country Fest, Downtown. 478-934-2965.

19 – CONYERS – Olde Town Fall Festival. Historic District. 77-929-4239.

19 – DONALDSONVILLE – Harvest Festival. Downtown. Parade 11am. 229524-2588.

19 – FORT VALLEY – Corn Maze and Hay Rides. Lane’s Orchards. 800277-3224.

19 – LAWRENCEVILLE – Life Up Atlanta’s Fun Fall Festival. Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. 678-245-4622.

19 – PEACHTREE CITY – Hops & Props. www.visitpeachtreecity.com.

19 – SKY VALLEY – Fall Festival.

City of Sky Valley Pavilion 10am-4pm.

706-746-2204.

MULE DAY WASHINGTON resthaven SOUTHERN HERITAGE FESTIVAL

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For a small town, we have a lot going on: 2 weekly farmers markets, monthly downtown entertainment, and lively annual events. For more information: WashingtonWilkes.org HistoricWashingtonWilkes

14 Cruise In Sat., Sept 5 - 8pm On The Square Hot Rods, Trucks, Tractors, Antique & Classic Cars Invited.

OCTOBER 19

Shuttle Bus Pickup at 26 W. Square

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Ride the Hiwassee River Railway Ride the historic Hiwassee River Railroad scenic rail excursion through the unspoiled Cherokee National Forest, along the beautiful Hiwassee River, and through the secluded Hiwassee River Gorge. All trips feature the engineering marvel, the Great Hiwassee Loop. At the top you’ll pass over a bridge 62 feet above the tracks on which you’ve just traveled as the rails negotiate a spiraling formation.

All trips begin with a short bus trip from the restored L&N Depot & Museum in Etowah, TN. For those riders choosing a trip to Copperhill, the route continues beyond Farner through Turtletown and Ducktown to the border towns of Copperhill, TN and McCaysville, GA. The trains feature comfortable coach seating with large viewing windows for standard service. Dome seating allows passengers a panoramic view from high above the car. Observation lounge seating provides a unique view from the car at the rear of the train in one direction.

While traveling in the other direction, the car will be directly behind the locomotive.

Special rates are available for groups of 25 or more; charter trips can be arranged for groups of 80 or more. For information, phone 423-894-8028, x0, or visit www.tvrail.com.

October Events

19 – RIVERDALE – Fall Festival. Flat Shoals Park. 770-997-8989.

19 – SAUTEE NACOOCHEE – Fall Celebration Festival, 143 Highway 17.

706-878-1077.

19 – SNELLVILLE – Fall Festival.

Towne Green. 770-985-3500.

19 – QUITMAN – Brooks County Skillet Festival. 229-263-4841.

19 – WASHINGTON – Resthaven Revisited. 6-9pm. Pickup at 26 W Square.

877-221-7689 or 706-678-5001.

19 – WATKINSVILLE – Oconee Chamber Fall Festival. 706-769-7947.

19 – YOUNG HARRIS – Crane Creek Vineyards Annual Harvest Festival, 916

Trains run from Etowah, TN, through the scenic Hiwassee River Gorge on select dates, spring - fall.

Crane Creek Rd. 706-379-1236.

19-20 – ANDERSONVILLE – Historic Fair. 229-924-2558.

19-20 – CHATSWORTH – Black Bear Fair. City Park. 706-695-6060.

19-20 – DAHLONEGA – Gold Rush Days, Downtown. 800-231-5543.

19-20 – HOGANSVILLE – Hummingbird Festival. 706-333-2520.

19-20 – JOHNS CREEK – Johns Creek Arts Festival. www.johnscreekarts festival.com.

19-20 – TALKING ROCK – Heritage Days. 706-692-5600.

20 – JACKSON – Butts County Fall Festival. Downtown. 770-775-4839.

24-27 – CARTERSVILLE – Cowboy Festival. 770-387-1357.

25 – WINDER – Spooktacular. Jug Tavern Park. 678-425-6805.

25-27 – DAWSONVILLE – Mountain Moonshine Festival. Downtown. 706265-6278.

26 – BLAIRSVILLE – Fall Festival, Vogel State Park. 706-745-2628.

26 – CALHOUN – Harvest Festival.

Court Street. 706-602-5570.

26 – CLOUDLAND – The Burning Leaf Festival. Community Park. cloudlandcommunitypark@yahoo.com.

26 – OCILLA – Georgia Sweet Potato Festival. 229-468-9114.

26 – GOOD HOPE – Good Hope Poppy Festival. 706-255-2609.

26 – HIAWASSEE – Appalachian Brew, Stew & Que Festival, 1311 Music Hall Rd. 706-896-4191.

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Bring in the New Year with ‘Possum Drop’ Tallapoosa Style Join the residents of Tallapoosa, formerly known as “Possum Snout,” and the West Georgia community as we ring in the New Year in Downtown Tallapoosa. At midnight, a stuffed possum named “Spencer” is lowered in a holiday lights covered ball from atop one of the city’s oldest buildings. To solidify the unofficial possum mascot, Bud Jones, a local taxidermist, decided to stuff and preserve a possum that he found on the side of the road in the late 1990’s. He named it “Spencer,” after 19th century Tallapoosa businessman Ralph Spencer.

Tallapoosa’s Possum Drop has quietly gained momentum in its dozen-plus years. The crowd annually exceeds the town’s population and drives the coronation of a Possum King and Queen. This small-town event is a holiday staple for the West Georgia and East Alabama areas.

It’s an evening filled with music, fireworks, and fun activities for your entire family. “On the Border – the Ultimate Eagles Tribute” band returns as our main stage entertainment. Vendors are setMANCHESTER up along HeadRAILROAD Avenue selling DAYS their crafts while we wait for midnight. We invite you and your to join us•this Eve as we celebrate. Visit thepossumdrop.com or TRNfamily • 10/01/2018 4C •New 1/6Year’s V visitharalson.org.

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October Events

26 – JESUP – Arch Festival. Downtown. MANCHESTER 912-294-0901.RAILROAD DAYS TRN • 10/01/2018 –• 4C • 1/6 VOlive 26 – LaGRANGE 1st-Ever Festival.

10am.

Biblical History Center.

MANCHESTER RAILROAD DAYS 706-885-0363.

TRN • 10/01/2018 • 4C • 1/6 V 26 – MADISON – Chili Cook-Off & Fall Festival. 706-342-1251.

26 MANCHESTER – MILLEDGEVILLE – Deep RAILROAD DAYSRoots Festival.

478-414-4014.

TRN • 10/01/2018 • 4C • 1/6 V 26 – YATESVILLE – Chitlin’ Hoedown, Yatesville Highway. 706-647-9686.

26-27 – JULIETTE – Green Tomato

Festival, 474 McCracken St. 478-992TRN • 10/01/2018 • 4C • 1/6 V 9996.

26-27 – ROME – Chiaha Harvest Fair. Ridge Ferry Park. www.chiaha.org.

26-27 – SMYRNA – Fall Jonquil Festival. Village Green. 770-431-2842.

26-27 – TOCCOA – Currahee Military Weekend. 706-282-3309.

26-27 – TOCCOA – Toccoa Harvest Festival. Downtown. 706-282-3309.

31 – KINGSLAND – Kingsland Fall Festival, 295 E Chester Ave. 912-7292848.

Upcoming Fall & Winter Events September 14th

Waco Festival in Waco Photo courtesy of Freddy Frank

September 21st

Fried Pie Festival in Buchanan October 19th

Bremen Towne Festival in Bremen October 18-19, 2019

November 2nd

A Night in Hungary in Bremen December 31st

The Possum Drop in Tallapoosa Text GREATDEALS to 555888 for Awesome Discounts www.visitharalson.org

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Chattahoochee Mountain Fair in Clarkesville The Chattahoochee Mountain Fair will be held September 6-14 at the Habersham County Fairgrounds at 4235 Old Toccoa Hwy. in Clarkesville. The fair will open weekdays at 6pm and weekends at 2pm.

There will be art, photography, canning, needlework, baking and craft contests; 4-H exhibits and contests; FFA exhibits, and talent shows on the weekends. The Ram Rodeo will be Sept. 6 & 7 at 7:30pm. Family night is Sept. 10 with unlimited rides for $15. Saturday, Sept. 14 is Heroes Night; kids 12 & under in costume enter free.

The fair will feature professional entertainers, with Brian Buffington on stage to open the fair on Sept. 6 at 6:30pm. Other performances will feature the WCON Talent Shows on Sept. 7 at 2pm for youth and 6pm for adults, the Refuge Church Youth Choir on Sept. 8, Band of Blue Sept. 10, the Youth All-Stars on Stage with Edgar Loudermilk on Sept. 11, Edgar Loudermilk Band on Sept.

12, Johnny Brown from Still Cruizin’ on Sept. 13, and the Elvis Tribute Show Sept. 14 at 7pm.

Also featured will be the Petting Zoo, snakes & reptiles, Lew-E the Clown, glass blowing, Mac Anderson demonstrations daily, livestock shows, and a visit by Woody from Toy ­Story.

Rides by Forever Young. For more information, visit www.chattahoocheemountainfair.org or phone 706-768-6890.

Manchester Railroad Days Manchester Railroad Days will celebrate its 22nd year October 18 and 19, 2019. This well-known annual event features a train show, trainwatching at the city’s major rail junction, and a free Friday evening program and reception. The free reception kicks off the weekend 7pm Friday at the Manchester Senior Center, 121 Perry Street, with a guest speaker and a complimentary light meal.

The train show has both railroadiana and model vendors and takes place Saturday 9am-4pm at The Manchester Mill, 10 Callaway Street, on Ga. 85E. The show includes train layouts and displays of railroad artifacts, photos, and records. Admission is $4 ages 13-adult; 12 years and under are free. CSX active and retired employees are $3 with proper ID. Watch the daily and nightly parade of trains from the observation deck and bridge overlooking the Manchester Yard, where the busy lines from Atlanta and Birmingham join to go south to Waycross and Jacksonville. The deck is behind Main Street and has plenty of parking. For more information email manchester railroaddays@gmail.com, call 706-9754546, or see Manchester Railroad Days on Facebook.

November Events

1-2 – SUMMERVILLE – Mini Renais­ sance Festival. Dowdy Pk. 706-859-0900.

2 – APPLING – Family Fall Festival, SEPTEMBER 6-14 3725 Mistletoe Rd. 706-541-0321.

HABERSHAM COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 2 – BREMEN – A Night in Hunga­ CLARKESVILLE ry. Sewell Mill Special Events Facility, Fair opens nightly at 6 pm, Sat. & Sun. 2 pm 7-9pm. 770-646-3369.

Arts/ Crafts & Exhibits & Contests • Livestock Shows 2 – MERIWETHER COUNTY – “Meri­ Ram Rodeo • Woody from Toy Story • Lew-E the Clown wether Menu” Event. Red Oak Covered 4-H Exhibits & Contests • Live Entertainment • Glass Blowing Bridge near Woodbury. 706-655-3322.

Petting Zoo • Snakes & Reptiles 2-3 – SOPERTON – Million Pines 706-768-6890 Arts & Crafts Festival, Iva Park. 912www.chattahoocheemountainfair.org 529-6611.

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Experience Moultrie This Fall Leave behind the hustle and bustle and find yourself surrounded by beauty and charm. Visit Moultrie – a small city with big southern pride. You will find a thriving agricultural industry, historic homes, world-class recreational facilities, and one of the best cultural arts center in Georgia. Take a stroll down the tree-lined streets that surround the award-winning courthouse and enjoy shopping in the downtown eclectic specialty shops and dining in the restaurants. And just look what we have planned for you in coming days.

October 15-17, the Sunbelt Ag Expo is an agricultural-based trade show held at Spence Field. Known as “North America’s Premier Farm Show”® the annual event has more than 1200 exhibitors showcasing the latest in farming technology. Whether you are a large acreage production farmer or a weekend lifestyle farmer, the Expo is an event you don’t want to miss.

The Expo’s site has a 100-acre exhibit area adjoining a 600-acre working research farm. In the outdoor and indoor exhibits visitors will find every imaginable product or service a farm could ever need. Visitors can also attend educational, entertaining seminars and demonstrations offered in a variety of specialized areas.

November 9-10, the Calico Arts and Crafts Show is a one-stop shopping extravaganza for Southwest Georgia and the surrounding area. From ornamental iron home and garden décor, to painted glass and antiques, to whimsical painted children’s furniture and accessories…it’s all together in one location. Approximately 300 vendors featuring fine arts, handmade crafts and hand decorated items exhibit their lovingly made items so you’ll feel really good supporting the local economy while acquiring unique gifts for your friends and family. Calico also offers a wide selection of mouth-watering food and refreshments. The Calico Shows are held at Spence Field, just 4 miles Southeast of Hwy. 319 on Hwy. 133 with free parking and easy access.

November 22-24, Moultrie Swap Meet is a 3 Day Automotive Event where you can find parts, tools, literature, equipment, antique and performance parts, jewelry, crafts, clothing, candles, women’s accessories, and collectible and special interest items. Our Car Corral offers hundreds of vehicles displayed for sale.

For more information, phone 229-985-2131 or visit www.moultriechamber.com.

For more information on upcoming events, call (229) 985-2131.

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Fall in Love with Peachtree City

Discover Why Life is Better at 15mph Come visit Peachtree City this fall where you can enjoy world-class dining, resort-style hotels, outstanding events, and more. Also available – our signature feature – a golf cart!

Visitors to our master-planned city can rent golf carts during their stay and coast at a relaxing 15 miles per hour while enjoying more than 100 miles of paved multi-use paths that wind through the city to popular dining, shopping and entertainment spots.

Plus, getting here is easy. We’re located just 25 minutes south of Atlanta and are easily ­accessible from anywhere throughout the state.

ENTERTAINMENT We’re close to dozens of interesting attractions. View vintage aircraft (and take a ride, too!) at the Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing Museum. Experience ­dynamic live shows and Grammy-winning performers at “The Fred” amphitheater. You can also take The Southern Hollywood Film Tour where you’ll see film locations from hits such as Sweet Home Alabama, Fried Green Tomatoes, and Spider Man Homecoming. Are you a fan of The Walking Dead? We’re just 10 minutes away from Senoia where Alexandria and other locations of the hit series are filmed. There, you can take multiple tours and visit some of the series’ sites. If you like live theater, you can visit nearby communities in Serenbe and Tyrone and experience The Serenbe Playhouse and The Legacy Theatre.

DINING Peachtree City features local favorites and a variety of national brand restaurants that include choices of fare from cozy and relaxing to a quick bite. Tastes include world-class cuisine such as French, Mediterranean, South African, Spanish, and northern Italian. We also feature the best of regional cooking with noveau Southern cuisine at several restaurants.

Thirsty? Afterwards, you can visit our local brewery, Line Creek Brewery, and enjoy flavors unique to our region.

REST After a day of enjoying our city, a prime night of rest and relaxation awaits guests in Peachtree City at one of our premiere hotels or award-winning resort-style hotels. We offer eight hotels from budget-friendly to upmarket that feature a variety of amenities including pools, resort-style dining and more.

RECREATION A proud community gathering place is Drake Field where you can enjoy the amazing view of Lake Peachtree on a wooden swing by its banks. Our city features three championship golf courses. If you like the outdoors, we have two nature trails, a gorgeous preserve, and fishing opportunities in our three lakes.

SHOPPING Our city offers an array of shopping destinations. In addition to upscale retailers, you can find one-of-a-kind items at local boutiques. In Peachtree City you will find a community with big ideas and big hearts, a place where Southern hospitality meets resort style living, a town that invites you to learn how much better life can be at 15 mph on a golf cart. But don’t take our word for it. Expedia.com recently named us as the Number One City that Must Be Seen in 2019!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sept. 21: Peachtree City GreekFest. Enjoy traditional Greek food, dancing and music at the annual GreekFest at the Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing.

Sept. 21- Sept. 22: Shakerag Festival: This 43nd annual arts and crafts festival features local and regional artisans. This family-friendly event is a Peachtree City staple.

Sept. 28: Dragon Boat Races: This amazing eveny features an array of Dragon Boats gliding across scenic Lake Peachtree. In addition to the dragon boats, other entertainment will be on hand.

Oct. 5: George Thorogood and the Destroyers at The Fred Amphitheater. The blues rock legend returns and his show is guaranteed to be, “Bad to the Bone!”

Oct. 19: One of the most unique beer festivals in Georgia, Hops & Props features dozens of top-tier craft beers all available to sample surrounded by vintage World War II Warbirds. The event also features food, music and other activities!

Learn more about our unique city and upcoming activities by visiting our website https://visitpeachtreecity.com.

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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway All aboard for a trip that will spark kids’ imaginations, adults’ memories, and leave everyone smiling! It all starts at the historic 100+ year-old depot in downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia, and heads north from there. As the train winds through the mountains alongside the beautiful Toccoa River, car hosts will share the history of the railroad and sights along the way. The views are spectacular from both the vintage climate-controlled coaches and from the open-air car. Want to ride in style? Try the new “Premier Class” which is available to adults 18 years and older. Need a snack? Visit the concession car for snacks, drinks, and souvenirs.

After a leisurely one-hour trip, the train stops in the unique twin border towns of McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee. You will have time to shop, tour, and dine during the layover. Then it’s back to Blue Ridge where you can purchase railroad-inspired souvenirs at the gift shop.

The ticket office is in the depot tucked in the charming mountain village of Blue Ridge within the lush Chattahoochee National Forest, only 95 miles north of Atlanta.

Reservations are strongly encouraged. For schedules, ticket prices, and information, visit www.brscenic.com, or call 877-413-8724 or 706-632-8724.

November Events

9 – MANCHESTER – Christmas Craft Express. Manchester Mill. 10 Callaway St. 9 – WARNER ROBINS – 35th Anniversary Gala Night, Museum of Aviation.

6-11pm. 478-926-6870.

9-10 – MOULTRIE – Calico Arts & Crafts Show. Spence Field. 229-985-2131.

22-24 – MOULTRIE – Annual Automotive Swap Meet. 229-985-2131.

23 – KINGSLAND – Catfish Festival.

Downtown. 9-12pm. 912-729-5999.

December Events

31 – TALLAPOOSA – New Year’s Eve Possum Drop. Downtown Tallapoosa. 770-574-2345.

2019 SCHEDULE REGULAR RIDES Thru 9/15 11/15-12/31 FALL FOLIAGE 9/20-11/11 SANTA EXPRESS 11/29-12/1, 12/7-12/8, 12/14-12/16, 12/19, 12/21-12/23 NEW YEAR’S EVE 12/31

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Come Enjoy A Cultural Extravaganza at Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival!

One of the South’s FAVORITE Festivals! Award-winning Arts in the Heart of Augusta kicks off the Georgia arts season September 14-16 in downtown Augusta. Every year it gets bigger with more performances, more art, more international food and this year is no exception.

Five stages offer over 200 non-stop performances all weekend that include rock, R&B, jazz, spoken word, cultural performances, alternative, hip-hop and more!

You won’t want to miss featured performances by Livingroom Legends, King Cat & the Elders, Bethany & the Southside Boys, Buckhead Boyz, Dolo Jayy and voxnbass. Headlining Saturday on the Global Stage is the popular African drum and dance group Soweto Street Beat.

You can truly eat your way around the world in delicious Global Food Village which is famous for its authentic cuisine. This year there are 26 international food booths with Yemen and France joining he festival and Pakistan returning.

With an ear full of music and a belly full of amazing food, the next must-do is the Fine Arts and Crafts Market where 160 regional and national artists and artisans offer everything from paintings to jewelry to woodworking and more. The interactive Family Area is enormous and not only offers family oriented performances but also has an amazing array of hands-on cultural activities, exciting street performers, a hot dog stand and the popular Young Artists Market where local artists under the age of seventeen sell their creative wares.

Of course the beer garden in the Augusta Common returns with a large selection of unique and popular craft beers and so does Authors Alley which showcases regional authors, and Live painting all weekend by the “Artzilla” artists.

Advanced passes are available online at www.artsintheheartofaugusta.com for only $7. Festival Badges will be good for the entire weekend. Badges purchased during the event are $12 each. Children 10 & Under are admitted free. For more information, menus, maps, hotels, and schedules, visit www.artsintheheart.com.

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Tribute in Light 911 Remembrance

Tribute in Light is a commemorative public art installation first presented six months after 9/11 and then every year thereafter, from dusk to dawn, on the night of September 11. It has become an iconic symbol that both honors those killed and celebrates the unbreakable American.

Assembled on the roof of the Battery Parking Garage south of the 9/11 Memorial, the twin beams reach up to four miles into the sky and are comprised of 88 7,000watt xenon light bulbs positioned into two 48-foot squares, echoing the shape and orientation of the Twin Towers.

On the anniversary of 9/11, the Memorial Plaza is open to the public from 3pm to midnight for the viewing of Tribute in Light. The installation can also be viewed from a 60-mile radius around lower Manhattan.

Tribute in Light was conceived by several artists and designers who were then brought together under the auspices of the Municipal Art Society and Creative Time: John Bennett, Gustavo Boneverdi, Richard Nash Gould, Julian LaVerdiere, and Paul Myoda, with lighting consultant Paul Marantz.

Georgia Tech architecture alumnus Michael Arad designed the 9/11 Memorial in remembrance of those killed in the attacks on September 11, 2001.

“Reflecting Absence”

is a serene, public space for collective contemplation and remembrance. Two 30-feet deep reflecting pools create footprints where the Twin Towers once stood. The names of the 2,983 people whose lives were lost are etched across bronze panels surrounding the two pools. The memorial was dedicated on the 10th anniversary of the attacks in September 2011.

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Nestled in the Foothills of the Appalachian Mountains is a Little Piece of Paradise Home to Paradise Garden

Take a Step Back in Time and Experience Fall at Its Finest

STEAM INTO SUMMERVILLE RAILROAD DAYS October - Mid November Free Family Fun Each Saturday at the Summerville Depot Train Arrivals & Turntable Exhibitions • Festivals Food • Entertainment

SummervilleGa.org

Fall in love with Peachtree City and discover why life is better on a golf cart at 15 mph!

Stay at one of our hotels and connect to over 100 restaurants, top tier shopping and more via 100 miles of golf cart paths where you can coast along at 15 mph.

Just a few of the events our city is hosting this fall.

Sept. 21: Peachtree City GreekFest. Enjoy traditional Greek food, dancing and music at the annual GreekFest at the Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing.

Sept. 21 and Sept. 22: Shakerag Festival: This 43nd annual arts and crafts festival features local and regional artisans. This family-friendly event is a Peachtree City favorite.

Sept. 28: Dragon Boat Races: This amazing event features an array of Dragon Boats gliding across scenic Lake Peachtree. In addition to the dragon boats, other entertainment will be on hand.

Oct. 5: George Thorogood and the Destroyers at The Fred Amphitheater. The blues rock legend returns and his show is guaranteed to be, “Bad to the Bone!�

Oct. 19: One of the most unique beer festivals in Georgia, Hops & Props features dozens of top-tier craft beers all available to sample surrounded by vintage World War II Warbirds. The event also features savory food and live music!