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Discover Georgia's beautiful parks, wildlife, mountains, waterfalls, lakes, coast and islands, Civil War and historic sites, gardens, trails, festivals, and other fun places to visit.  Whether you are going out for a day or vacationing in Georgia, this site is full of outdoor recreational ideas and maps at your fingertips.  Relax, browse around and get ready for good times in Georgia.
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Fun festivals, fairs and events in Georgia!
Enjoy outdoor fun at 2008 festivals and events throughout Georgia.
Below are festivals, fairs and events for 9 Georgia travel regions  through May 2008.  Please call contact numbers for times, fees, vendor applications and other general information.
 
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NE Georgia Mountains,   Metro Atlanta,   Presidential Pathways,
Historic Heartland,   Classic South,   Plantation Trace,  
Magnolia Midlands,  and   Colonial Coast and Islands .

 
View events for the entire year in the 9 travel regions.

 
HomeAway has many beautiful vacation rentals in the north Georgia mountains and lake areas.Looking for a great place to stay in the Georgia mountains or lakes? HomeAway North Georgia Vacation Mountains Rentals offers lovely vacation rental properties in Blue Ridge, Big Canoe, Lake Lanier, Helen, Lake Burton and more.
NW Georgia Mountains - Historic High Country
Party with the 'Possums - 5/16 & 5/23 & 5/30/2008
Be a part of the Red Top Mountain "night life" and join a ranger for a guided hike to learn about nocturnal animals. Hike starts at "dark:30" so call to check start time. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight. $3 parking.
Phone: 770-975-4227 -Location: Red Top Mountain State Park, 50 Lodge Rd SE, Cartersville, GA
Directions:
Located 45 minutes north of Atlanta near Cartersville, 1.5 miles east of I-75 exit #285.
Archaeological Day - 5/17/2008 at 10 am - 4 pm
Join Dr. Powis of Kennesaw State University on a tour of archaeological dig sites to see what his students have been finding on the battlefield. Artifact identifier Dennis Deal will show his amazing collection of Civil War items and help visitors identify their own. $1.75 - $3.
Phone: 770-443-7850 - Location: Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site, 4432 Mt. Tabor Church Rd, Dallas, GA - Directions: Located 5 miles NE of Dallas off GA Hwy. 381 on Tabor Church Rd., accessed by Dallas-Acworth Rd or Due West Rd If using I-20, take Exit #44 (Thornton Rd).
Spring Fair on the Square - 5/17/2008 at 7 am - 5 pm
Held the third Saturday in May. Arts, crafts, food and entertainment for all ages around the Courthouse Square. There will be live music, dance, and art and craft demonstrations throughout the day. Free admission and parking.
Phone: 770-646-8978 - Location: Downtown Buchanan, Buchanan, GA
International Museum Day - 5/17/2008 at 10 am - 5 pm
Oak Hill and The Martha Berry Museum will celebrate International Museum Day by offering free admission and refreshments. Admission: Free Parking fee: Free
Phone: 706.368.6775 - Location: Oak Hill / Martha Berry Museum, 24 Veterans Memorial Highway, Rome, GA
Mountain Music Series - 5/17, 5/24 & 5/31/2008 at 8 pm - 9 pm
Enjoy a summer evening at the Vaughn Cabin, listening to the sounds of live mountain and bluegrass music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and have fun with the whole family.
Call the park for the band of the week. $3 parking.
Phone: 770-975-4226 - Location: Red Top Mountain State Park, 50 Lodge Rd SE, Cartersville, GA - Directions: 45 minutes north of Atlanta near Cartersville, 1.5 miles east of I-75 exit #285.
Basic Backpacking - 5/17 & 5/18/2008 at 10 am
Guests 16 and older can join this ranger-led trip to learn basic backpacking skills and equipment requirements. Participants need to provide their own food, water, packs, boots, tents and other necessary equipment. Be prepared for at least four miles of hiking, possible rain and bugs, and other rigors of the woods. Register in advance. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-657-4050 - Location: Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park, Rising Fawn, GA - Directions: Located on Ga. Route 136, 8 miles east of Trenton and I-59
Annual 1890s Day Jamboree - 5/30 - 5/31/2008 - Call for times
Bring the family out to enjoy live music on several stages and many food vendors. Also featured will be children’s rides, beauty pageant, a fiddle contest, crafters, and a closing night fireworks display. Free admission and parking
Phone: 706-935-2251 - Location: 150 Tennessee St., Downtown Ringgold, GA
Directions: I-75 at exit 345, 348 & 350
NE Georgia Mountains
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Gainesville State College offers campus classroom courses and online courses. Check out our 2008 courses, registration, schedule and events information.
Anthony Shoals Lily Float - 5/17/2008 at 9:30 am
The Broad River Waterhed Association will host a canoe float to Anthony Shoals on Saturday May 17, to view the rare shoals spiderlily. The lily, first described in 1773 by naturalist-explorer William Bartram, grows only in the rocky beds of larger streams along the Fall Line in Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina.
Phone: 706-283-5651 - Location: Elbert Co. Welcome Center, 104 Heard Street, Elberton, GA
JAKES Day - 5/17/2008 at 10 am - 2 pm
JAKES stands for Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics, and Sportsmanship. Enjoy a day filled with reptiles, raptors, Forest Service and Forestry Commission exhibits, participatory archery, BB-gun and virtual reality shooting, primitive skills, raffle ticket drawings and more. Co-sponsored with the local chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-878-3087 - Location: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA - Directions: Located on Ga. Hwy. 75-Alternate, 3 miles west of Helen, just south of the Richard B. Russell Scenic Hwy. (Ga. Hwy. 348).
Youth Fishing Days - 5/17/2008 at 8:30 am - 4 pm
Children and their special "big person" can fish in one of two ponds stocked with catfish, bass and bream. Fish caught in the ponds can be kept, and staff are available to assist. Bring your own bait and rods. Use the Hwy. 75 entrance to the park. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-878-3087 Location: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA
Directions: Located on Ga. Hwy. 75-Alternate, 3 miles west of Helen, just south of the Richard B. Russell Scenic Hwy. (Ga. Hwy. 348).
Appalachian Jam - 5/17, 5/24 & 5/31/2008 10/25/2008 at 2 pm - 6 pm
Listen to the sounds and songs of yesteryear. North Georgia's mountain music singers and pickers will appear on the grounds of the historic Dahlonega Gold Museum. Enjoy acoustic and old-time strings as the sounds of yesterday fill the air.
Phone: 706-864-3513 - Location: Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site, #1, Public Square, Dahlonega, GA
Directions: Located on the Public Square in Dahlonega, 5 miles west of GA. Hwy. 400.

Gold 'N Gem Grubbin is great family fun in the north Georgia mountains!  Experience the joy of finding and keeping valuable gold and gem nuggets.  Other activities here include lake fishing, camping, trail walking and shopping.
Mountain Flower Art Festival - 5/17 & 5/18/2008 at 11am - 5pm
April showers bring May flowers; this year's festival will present two days of Fine Art and wildflowers on the Historic Public Square of Dahlonega, May 17th & 18th, 2008. This festival celebrates local and area mountain wildflowers that are so abundant in North Georgia this time of year. Artist and skilled craftspeople from the region display and sell their handmade products in the downtown area of Dahlonega. So bring your picnic basket and join us for a perennial favorite of art and flower lovers alike, the Mountain Flower Art Festival! Admission: $0 Parking fee: $0
Phone: 706-864-3513 - Location: Historic Dahlonega Town Square, Dahlonega, GA
Mountain Laurel Festival - 5/17 & 5/18/2008
The festival will be at Clarkesville on the Square and in Pitts Park. Fun begins Friday in Pitts Park starting at 5:30 Children’s Activities – Inflatables, spider jump, rock wall, etc. BBQ plates for. Concert starting at 6:30. Bring your chairs & blankets and join the fun.
Saturday fun starts with a Pancake Breakfast 7–10 am at Clarkesville Methodist Church. On the square starting at 10 am Parade starts at 10 am on The Square. Antique Auto Show, Arts and Crafts Booths,  At the Mauldin House: Hand craft demonstrations- wood turners, pottery, quilters, Clarkesville Garden Club will host its annual plant sale, Artist John Kollock will be sketching children. At Pitts Park: Entertainment throughout the day, Variety of food vendors, Children’s activities, and commercial vendors. At North Georgia Technical College, Clarkesville Kiwanis Sponsors Run starts at 5:30 p.m., 5K & 1Mile Fun Run part of the - Run & See Georgia Grand Prix
Phone: 800-545-7759 ext. 3564 - Location: Various locations above in Habersham Co.
29th National Georgia Watercolor Society Exhibition, A Light in Italy and From Maine to Mexico - 5/25/2008
The Georgia Watercolor Society’s 29th Annual National Exhibition will feature 80 paintings by some of today’s top watercolorists, ranging in style from realism to impressionism, and from contemporary to abstract. “The diversity of the paintings will surprise people who might not realize how varied, interesting, and dynamic watercolor painting is,” says Karen Orellana, co-chair of this year’s show. Admission: $0 Parking fee: $0
Phone: 770-536-2575 - Location: Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 514 Green St, N.E., Gainesville, GA
Directions: I-85N I-985N exit 22, left (E. E. Butler) to Green Street. QVAC on the right
American Cancer Society Relay for Life - 5/30 & 5/31/2008 at 7 pm - 12 pm
The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life of Gainesville-Hall County will take place at Flowery Branch High School Football Field on Friday, May 30, 2008 beginning at 7:00 pm and will continue throughout the night and end Saturday, May 31, 2008 at 7:00 am. This 12-hour event is a fun, family-friendly, team event to fight cancer.
Phone: 770-297-1176 - Location: Gainesville-Hall County CVB , 117 Jesse Jewell Pkwy, Gainesville, GA - Directions: I-985 North Exit 22 take left on Hwy. 129 North go to fifth red light (Jesse Jewell Parkway) take left, take right on Green Street location on left.
Memorial Day Blast - 5/23 & 5/26/2008
Join in on relay races, field day activities, a campfire, a music concert and hoedown. $3 parking.
Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 301 - Location: Unicoi State Park, 1788 Highway 356 Rd., Helen, GA
Directions: Located 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356.
Grow Your Own Native Plants - 5/24/2008 at 10 am - 12 pm
Learn propagation techniques for native azaleas, rhododendrons, mountain camellias and magnolias with Jack Johnston. A walk will follow the classroom demonstration. Jack grows an assortment of plants including species magnolias from around the world and mountain camellias for seed production. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-878-3087 - Location: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge, 61 Tsalaki Trl, Helen, GA - Directions: Located on Ga. Hwy. 75-Alternate, 3 miles west of Helen, just south of the Richard B. Russell Scenic Hwy. (Ga. Hwy. 348).
Visiting Artist Series at Unicoi - 5/24/2008
Several talented artists and craftspeople from Georgia and surrounding states will demonstrate and have samples of their work for sale. The program lasts each weekend from Memorial Day through mid-November. $3 parking.
Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 301 - Location: Unicoi State Park, 1788 Highway 356 Rd., Helen, GA
Directions: Located 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356.
Saturday Evening Music Concert Series - 5/24/2008 at 8 pm
Musicians perform each Saturday at 8pm. Regional musicians perform a variety of music from Appalachian Mountain, Bluegrass, and Southern Gospel music. The program lasts from June-mid-November. These programs will be "pass-the-hat" donations for the musicians. $3 parking.
Phone: 800-573-9659 ext. 301 - Location: Unicoi State Park, 1788 Highway 356 Rd., Helen, GA
Directions: Located 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356.
Junior-Senior Fishing Rodeo - 5/24/2008 at 9 am - 12 pm
This event is for anglers 16 and younger or 62 and older. Prizes will be rewarded. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-245-6270 - Location: Victoria Bryant State Park, 1105 Bryant Park Road, Royston, GA - Directions: Located 2 miles north of Franklin Springs on Ga. Hwy. 327.
Memorial Day Campfire - 5/24/2008 at 7 pm - 9 pm
Celebrate summer's arrival with a campfire where the park will provide marshmallows and hot dogs for roasting. Meet at the Campground #1 amphitheater. $3 parking.
Phone: 770-867-3489 - Location: Fort Yargo State Park, 210 S. Broad Street, Winder, GA
Directions: Located 1 mile south of Winder on Ga. Hwy. 81.
Visiting Artist Series - 5/24, 5/25, & 5/31/2008 at 9 am - 4:45 pm
Artisits and craftspeople from Georgia and surrounding states will demonstrate their arts or crafts. They will have their works for sale in the museum. $2.50 - $4. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-864-3513 - Location: Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site, #1, Public Square, Dahlonega, GA - Directions: Located 5 miles west of GA. Hwy. 400.
Adopt-a-Stream Training - 5/30 - 5/31/2008
Event offers citizens, teachers and interested individuals a way to test and take an active role in preserving their local water quality. This workshop will prepare individuals to do a Watershed Assessment, Visual, Biological and Chemical monitoring. $10 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 706-878-3087 -Location: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA
Directions: Located on Ga. Hwy. 75-Alternate, 3 miles west of Helen, just south of the Richard B. Russell Scenic Hwy. (Ga. Hwy. 348).
Junior Handicap Catfish Rodeo - 5/31/2008 at 10 am - 12 pm
Handicapped anglers 16 or younger can compete for several prizes. Register by 10 am $3 parking
Phone: 706-245-6270 - Location: Victoria Bryant State Park, 1105 Bryant Park Road, Royston, GA - Directions: Located 2 miles north of Franklin Springs on Ga. Hwy. 327.
Day at Fort Hollingsworth - 5/31/2008
Come enjoy storytelling, a tour of the 1793 Fort, period arts and crafts, re-enactments and entertainment. Free admission and parking
Phone: 800-638-5004 - Location: Fort Hollingsworth-White House, Wynn Lake Road, Alto, GA
Directions: From Atlanta, go north on I-85 to exit 149 at US 441. Turn left and go north on US 441 and turn left off US 441 at the Fort Hollingsworth-White House/Apple Pie Ridge Road sign. At the stop sign, turn left on Historic 441 and turn right onto Wynn Lake Road. The fort will be on the right.
Metro-Atlanta
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Gainesville State College offers campus classroom courses and online courses. Check out our 2008 courses, registration, schedule and events information.
Tradition/Innovation: American Masterpieces of Southern Craft &  Art - 5/15 - 5/18/2008
Featuring 120 works by 60 southern master traditional arts and contemporary craft artists, the exhibition demonstrates that traditional arts are alive and well in the region.
Phone: 404-814-4000 - Location: Atlanta History Center, 130 W Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA
Courage: The Vision to End Segregation, the Guts to Fight For It - 5/15- 6/22/2008 10am-5pm
Join us for the public opening of our newest exhibition. This award-winning exhibition tells the story of Rev. J. A. De Laine and other brave citizens of Clarendon County, S. C.. Call for more info.
Phone: 404-814-4000 - Location: Atlanta History Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Rd,  Atlanta, GA
40th Annual Old Courthouse Art Show - 5/17/2008 at 10 am to 6 pm
View exquisite work from over 75 artists around the country. Winning artists receive an art-related scholarship award. Purchase art pieces and participate in painting the community mural to be displayed around the county. Free admission and parking
Phone: 770-461-4978 - Location: Fayette County Courthouse Lawn, 200 Courthouse Square, Fayetteville, GA
Geranium Festival - 5/17/2008 at 9 am to 5 pm
The Geranium Festival is an outdoor arts and crafts exhibition and sale of fine arts and crafts, celebrating its 31st year in 2008. This one day festival is a highlight of our spring season that creates an exciting day of art, crafts, music, entertainment and food. A quality event for the whole family. Whether you are a Festival regular or newcomer, this is the one not to miss. Free admission and parking
Phone: 678-432-7112 - Location: McDonough Lion's Club, P.O. Box 432, McDonough, GA
12th Annual Mayor's Challenge Road Race - 5/17/2008 at 7 am - 1 pm
Run out to Alpharetta City Hall, 2 South Main Street in Alpharetta. Join the tradition & participate! The race is co-sponsored by the Alpharetta Rotary Club & City of Alpharetta. The 10K is a Peachtree qualifier. Those who prefer not to run can register for the 1 mile Fun Run/Walk! It’s all great fun, good for you,& goes to support the community !Pre-registration fee is $15 adults & $12 for children under 12. The whole family can get involved! “Tot Trot” begins at 8. Free admission and parking for spectators.
Phone: 678-297-0102 - Location: Alpharetta Convention and Visitor's Bureau, 3060 Royal Blvd South Suite 145, Alpharetta, GA
Saturday Mountain Hike - 5/17/2008 at 10 am - 1:30 pm
These ranger-led hikes depart from the nature center and are for participants in good physical condition. Register and pay in advance. This program must have at least five hikers or it will be cancelled. $5 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 GA Hwy 155, Stockbridge
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Birds of Prey - 5/17/2008 at 3 pm
Join TYTO (Teaching Youth To Observe) for this birds of prey presentation featuring a Red-Tailed Hawk, Great Horned Owl and tiny Screech Owl. Register in advance. $5 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW, Stockbridge, GA
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.

Town Creek Bed and Breakfast
High up on a north Georgia mountain top is a paradise where magical memories and treasures abound!  Town Creek Bed & Breakfast features a honeymoon suite, Jacuzzi suites, gold panning, game room and much more.

12th Annual Mayor's Challenge Road Race - 5/17/2008 at 7 am - 1 pm
Run out to Alpharetta City Hall, 2 South Main Street in Alpharetta. Join the tradition & participate! The race is co-sponsored by the Alpharetta Rotary Club & City of Alpharetta. The 10K is a Peachtree qualifier. Those who prefer not to run can register for the 1 mile Fun Run/Walk! It’s all great fun, good for you,& goes to support the community !Pre-registration fee is $15 adults & $12 for children under 12. The whole family can get involved! “Tot Trot” begins at 8. Free admission and parking for spectators.
Phone: 678-297-0102 - Location: Alpharetta Convention and Visitor's Bureau, 3060 Royal Blvd South Suite 145, Alpharetta, GA
Saturday Mountain Hike - 5/17/2008 at 10 am - 1:30 pm
These ranger-led hikes depart from the nature center and are for participants in good physical condition. Register and pay in advance. This program must have at least five hikers or it will be cancelled. $5 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 GA Hwy 155, Stockbridge
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Birds of Prey - 5/17/2008 at 3 pm
Join TYTO (Teaching Youth To Observe) for this birds of prey presentation featuring a Red-Tailed Hawk, Great Horned Owl and tiny Screech Owl. Register in advance. $5 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW, Stockbridge, GA
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Classic Car Cruise - 5/17/2008 at 5:30-9 pm
You don't want to miss this nostalgic walk back into time, while also enjoying an evening of shopping with your family. The Classic Car Cruise and Antique Car show will include door prizes, drawings for gift cards and special nights featuring a variety of themes. Free admission and parking.
Phone: 770-957-5310 - Location: Tanger Outlet Center, 1000 Tanger Drive, Locust Grove, GA
Directions: I-75 to Exit 212
Geology Hike - 5/17/2008 at 11 am - 1 pm
Geologist and "Friends of Sweetwater Creek State Park" member John Johnston will lead a moderate 2-mile hike identifying rock types and explaining how they formed. There will also be a visit inside the ruins of the Civil War era New Manchester Mill alongside the beautiful rapids of Sweetwater Creek. $1-$2 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-732-5876 - Location: Sweetwater Creek State Park, 1750 Mt. Vernon Road, Lithia Springs, GA
Directions: Take I-20 west from Atlanta, exit #44 at Thornton Road, turn left and go 1/4 mile. Turn right on Blairs Bridge Road, go 2 miles and turn left on Mount Vernon Road.
New Manchester History Hike - 5/17, 5/24, & 5/31/2008 at 10 am - 12 pm
This mile-long hike (easy to moderate) will lead us to the ruins of the Civil War-era New Manchester textile mill and focus on the history of the Sweetwater Creek valley. This historian or ranger-led hike will include going inside the impressive mill ruins and seeing the lovely whitewater rapids (both providing great photo opportunities). $1-$2 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-732-5871 - Location: Sweetwater Creek State Park, 1750 Mt. Vernon Road, Lithia Springs, GA
Directions: Take I-20 west from Atlanta, exit #44 at Thornton Road, turn left and go 1/4 mile. Turn right on Blairs Bridge Road, go 2 miles and turn left on Mount Vernon Road.
Concerts on the Square - 5/17, 5/24, & 5/31/2008 - 7 pm to 9:30 pm (Saturdays only)
Pack your picnic, bring your quilts & blankets and enjoy an evening of musical entertainment. Concerts feature a variety of bands. Free admission and parking
Phone: 404-371-8386 - Location: Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA
Green Building Tour - 5/18/2008 at 2 pm - 3:30 pm
The park's Interpretive Center/Museum is one of the most environmentally friendly buildings anywhere. It is one of only 21 in the world to receive the highest LEED certification (Platinum) from the U.S. Green Building Council. Learn about sustainability, green buildings and what makes this one so special. $1-$2 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-732-5876 - Location: Sweetwater Creek State Park, 1750 Mt. Vernon Road, Lithia Springs, GA
Directions: Take I-20 west from Atlanta, exit #44 at Thornton Road, turn left and go 1/4 mile. Turn right on Blairs Bridge Road, go 2 miles and turn left on Mount Vernon Road.
"Ruins to Rapids" Full Moon Hike - 5/19/2008 at 8 pm - 10 pm
This 1.5-mile guided hike is moderately difficult and visits the Civil War-era textile mill ruins of New Manchester and follows the lovely rapids (up to class IV) of Sweetwater Creek. The hike will continue if it is overcast but will be cancelled if raining. Bring a flashlight and sturdy shoes. No children under 6 or dogs please. $1-$2 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-732-5876 - Location: Sweetwater Creek State Park, 1750 Mt. Vernon Road, Lithia Springs, GA
Directions: Take I-20 west from Atlanta, exit #44 at Thornton Road, turn left and go 1/4 mile. Turn right on Blairs Bridge Road, go 2 miles and turn left on Mount Vernon Road.
Panola Walking Club - 5/19 & 5/26/2008 at 8:30 am
“Walk ‘n Talk” on the new PATH trail that begins by Lake Alexander. Gather with us at the Rockdale River Trail to increase physical activity through a motivating walk, as you pass rock outcroppings gleaming in the morning sun, streams weaving through hardwood forest, and fields of birds singing in the cool breeze. Free - $3 parking.
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 GA Hwy 155, Stockbridge
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Blue Sky Concerts - 5/21 & 5/28/2008 12 pm - 1 pm
Enjoy a mid-week, mid-afternoon music break. Bring your lunch or purchase a special to-go lunch from nearby restaurants and enjoy a concert on the square every Wednesday in May & September.
Free admission and parking
Phone: 404-371-8386 Location: Downtown Decatur, Decatur, GA
Hands On Atlanta Project at Panola - 5/24/2008 at 9 am - 12:30 pm
Volunteers are invited to lend a hand with projects to improve the park's recreational and environmental resources. Removing invasive plants improves native habitat, while grounds maintenance (such as spreading woodchip mulch along trails) will assist with erosion control. This is shovel and clippers work, so wear gloves, jeans and long sleeves.
Phone: 404-979-2817 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW, Stockbridge, GA
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Advanced Fly Fishing Clinic - 5/24/2008 at 10 am - 12 pm
This clinic is for graduates of our Basic Fly Fishing Clinic and Experienced Fly Fisherman call (prerequisite), and will focus on “On the Water Techniques.”  We begin at the Rockdale River Trail parking and then head to the lake for advanced casting technique instructions (Steeple Caste, Roll Cast, and Double-haul Casting), line mending, reading the water and entomology. $12-$15, park $3
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 GA Hwy 155, Stockbridge
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Kids Fishing Event - 5/31/2008 at 7:30 am - 1 pm
Kids 16 and younger are invited to our lake to hook a catfish or bluegill while learning about aquatic habitats, fish identification and fishing skills. Also, an archery range, lazier gun range, fly-fishing, tree climbing, and Georgia Wildlife Encounters will be available. $3 parking.
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW, Stockbridge, GA
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Rawhide to Leather - 5/31/2008 at 3 pm - 5 pm
Learn the process of making leather with this hands-on interactive demonstration. The program will cover tools, techniques and preparations for tanning, fleshing hides, and tricks of the trade. $5 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 770-389-7801 - Location: Panola Mountain State Park, 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW, Stockbridge, GA
Directions: Located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.
Classic South
Georgia Folks - 5/15 - 6/7 at 10 am - 6 pm
Gallery RFD in Swainsboro proudly presents Georgia Folks, an exhibition of Georgia Folk artists, Howard Finster, Rev. R. A. Miller, Willie Tarver and Chris Hubbard. Opening reception, Saturday, May 10 from 5-8 p.m. Gallery talk with Tarver, Hubbard and Norton takes place at 6:30 p.m. Exhibition runs through June 7. Gallery RFD is open Tuesday-Saturday 10-6
Phone: 478-237-6873 - Location: Gallery RFD: 106 N. Green Street, Swainsboro, GA
Survival Series Part 2: Campout - 5/17 & 5/18/2008 at 3 pm - 12 pm
For this campout you'll need only food and the survival pack you assembled in Part 1 of the series. If you missed Part 1, you haven't lost out -- call the park for a list of items to bring. Suitable for ages 10 and older. We'll camp in the park's Pioneer Campground. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-541-0321 - Location: Mistletoe State Park, 3725 Mistletoe Road, Appling, GA
Directions: Located 3 miles off Ga. Hwy. 150, 8 miles north of I-20 exit #175.
Thunder Over Augusta - 5/17/2008 at 2pm - 9:30 pm
Augusta's Celebration of Armed Forces Day encompasses an array of military exhibitions, various demonstrations and family friendly entertainment. Thunder Over Augusta will present Augusta's largest firework display and will honor current members and veterans of the armed forces. Admission is free for the entire event, food, beverages, patriotic items and crafts will be available through vendors. Admission: $0 Parking fee: $0
Phone: 706-821-1754 - Location: Augusta Common, between 8th and 9th on Broad Street, 935 Reynolds Street, Augusta, GA - Directions: I-20 to Riverwatch - go east. Riverwatch Pkwy drops you at 13th. Keep traveling east to 9th Street.
Candlelight Jazz - 5/18, & 5/25/2008
Join us each Sunday along the banks of the Savannah River for an enchanted evening of jazz featuring regional and local jazz artist. Admission: $6.00
Phone: 706/821-1754 - Location: 836 Reynolds Street, Downtown Augusta, GA
Directions: From I-20 take Exit 199 (Washington Rd). Follow Washington Road until it turns into Calhoun Expressway. Follow to it ends at 12th St. Continue to 9th St, turn left, at second red light turn right on your right. (Between 800-900 block of Broad and/or Reynolds.)
Civil War Medicine - 5/24/2008 at 11 am - 2 pm
This Memorial Day program includes displays and talks about Civil War-era medicine and the hardships faced by the fighting men of the Civil War. $1.50 - $3.
Phone: 706-456-2221 Location: A.H. Stephens Historic Park, 456 Alexander St, Crawfordville, GA
Directions: Located north of I-20 near Crawfordville. Take exit #148 and go north on Ga. Hwy. 22 for 2 miles. Go east on U.S. Hwy. 278 1 mile and follow signs.
What's Living in Mistletoe's Lake? - 5/24/2008 at 10 am - 12 pm
We'll hike to one of the park's coves where we'll collect and identify resident critters (aquatic micro-invertebrates) and discover how they relate to water quality. Wear walking shoes that can get wet. Bring your curiosity, but leave your squeamishness at home. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-541-0321 - Location: Mistletoe State Park, 3725 Mistletoe Road, Appling, GA
Directions: Located 3 miles off Ga. Hwy. 150, 8 miles north of I-20 exit #175.
Presidential Pathways
Migratory Bird Day - 5/10/2008 at 8 am - 3 pm
The park presents a day of birding, workshops, "Save Our american Raptors" and other programs on migratory birds. $1 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-276-2371 - Location: Georgia Veterans State Park, 2459 U.S. Highway 280 W, Unit A, Cordele, GA
Directions: Located 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near Cordele on U.S. Hwy. 280.
Georgia Reptiles - 5/10/2008 at 1-2 pm
Snakes are among some of the most feared creatures on earth. See them up close and learn why they are important to our planet and ecosystem. $1 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
Wolfden Loop Backpacking Trip - 5/17 - 5/18/2008 at 10 am - 3 pm
This overnight trip will take you through one of the most beautiful stretches of the Pine Mountain Trail, Wolfden Loop. This 6.7-mile loop allows backpackers to see Mother Nature's work of art through waterfalls and beautiful scenic overlooks. $3 parking.
Phone: 706-663-4858 - Location: F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 Ga. Highway 190, Pine Mountain, GA - Directions: Located just off I-185 near Callaway Gardens, west of Warm Springs on Ga. Route 190, or south of Pine Mountain off U.S. Hwy. 27.
Callaway Gardens Family Fitness Series Duathlon - 5/18/2008 at 7 am - 12 pm (noon)
Athletes compete in the second phase of the 2008 Callaway Gardens Family Fitness Series. Competition includes an 8k run and a 30k bike race. Registration available online at www.active.com. For additional information contact Dave Johnson Enterprises at (770) 565-5208.
Phone: 770-565-5208 or 800-225-5292 - Location: The Gardens at Callaway, Intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354, Pine Mountain, GA
Masters Water-Ski & Wakeboard Tournament at Callaway Gardens - 5/23/2008 8 am - 5 pm
Enjoy the premiere water ski and wakeboard tournament in the world while soaking up the sun and cooling off in Robin Lake Beach. And, you don't have to be into the sport to enjoy the event! Professional skiers from around the world compete in the world's most coveted water sport titles. Includes expo showcasing the newest equipment and boats. The Masters kicks off the Summer season at Callaway Gardens with the opening of Iceberg Island, paddleboats, miniature golf, table tennis, miniature train rides and more. Admission includes all of the fun Gardens activities as well. Admission: Depends on seating.
Phone: 1-888-806-2783 - Location: Callaway Gardens , Intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354, Pine Mountain, GA
Photography Contest - 5/24/2008
Amature photographers are encouraged to send their favorite 8 x 10 print of Providence Canyon State Park for a chance to win prizes. Deadline is May 24. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
Memorial Day Weekend Celebration - 5/24 - 5/25 at 10 am - 4 pm & 5/26/2008 at 10 am - 2 pm
A variety of family events will include crafts, games and boat rides throughout the weekend. $1 - $3 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-4706 - Location: Florence Marina State Park, Route 1, Omaha, GA
Directions: Located 16 miles west of Lumpkin at the end of Ga. Hwy. 39C
Memorial Day Activities - 5/26/2008 at 1-4 pm
For many families Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff of the good ol' summertime. Join a ranger-led hike through the park followed by fun activities that all ages can enjoy. $1 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 229-838-6202 - Location: Providence Canyon State Park, Route 1, Lumpkin, GA
Directions: Located 7 miles west of Lumpkin on Ga. Hwy. 39C
Historic Heartland
Georgia Jug Fest and Old Knoxville Days - 5/16 - 5/17/2008 at 8 am - 5 pm
Celebrate over 200 years of "jug making" tradition in Middle Georgia with potters working in old time and modern styles, crafters and folk artists. Jug Fest is now combined with Old Knoxville Days to add living history demonstrations, educational exhibits, building tours, BBQ, antique car and truck show, antique tractor parade, display of hit and miss engines, mule wagon rides, mule working demonstrations, children's rides and activities, musical entertainment, lawnmower races and food by local groups. Free admission and parking
Phone: 478-836-3825 - Location: Knoxville Square, Crawford Co., Hwy. 80 and Hwy. 42. 1 mile east of Roberta, Hwy 80 East, Roberta, GA - Directions: 20 mi. W. of I-475 on Hwy. 80 ; 15 mi. NW of Byron and 25 mi. south of Forsyth on Hwy. 42. ; 1 mile east of Hwy 341 at Roberta
Mark Smith Planetarium Shows - 5/16 - 12/31/2008 at 4-4:45 pm
Explore the universe at the Mark Smith Planetarium. The daily planetarium feature presents a new topic every few months. Hear stories about constellations or find out about the latest discoveries in our solar system. Extra shows are presented on weekends and holidays. Call to find out the current show information and cost.
Phone: 478-477-3232 - Location: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Rd., Macon, GA
Party with the 'Possums - 5/16, 5/23, & 5/30/2008
Join us for a night hike, suitable for all ages. Learn a little about the animals that are out and about at night. We will leave from the Visitors Center parking lot, bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes.
Admission: no admission, only parking fee. Parking fee: $3.00
Phone: 770-975-4227 - Location: Red Top Mountain State Park, 50 Lodge Rd, Cartersville, GA
Mini-Zoo Tours - 5/16 - 12/31/2008 at 3-3:45 pm
Meet furry and feathered friends during daily shows in the Museum’s Mini-Zoo. Find out how reptiles, birds, mammals and insects live their lives. Extra shows are presented on weekends and holidays. Free with Museum admission: Adults $8, Seniors $6, Students 12 and over $5, Children 2 to 11 $4, Members FREE
Phone: 478-477-3232 - Location: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Rd., Macon, GA
Zoo Day - 5/17/2008 at 11:30 am - 4:30 pm
This open house at Bear Hollow Wildlife Park features animals not normally housed at the zoo, plus displays, demonstrations, and educational sessions. Bring the family out for an exciting day of discovery. Admission: $3 per person, $10 per family. Parking fee: $0
Phone: 706-613-3616 - Location: Memorial Park, 293 Gran Ellen Park, Athens, GA
Directions: Off S. Milledge Ave.
Possum Pickin' Bluegrass Concert Series - 5/17/2008 at 7 pm
Bring a chair and join your friends for the 5th annual Possum Pickin’ Bluegrass Concert series featuring live bands from West Georgia and East Alabama. Admission: $0 Parking fee: $0
Saturday Kids Planetarium Shows - 5/17, 5/24, & 5/31/2008 at12 pm - 12:45 pm
Phone: 770-574-2929 - Location: Downtown Tallapoosa, Tallapoosa, GA
Saturday Kids Planetarium Shows - 5/17 & 5/24 & 5/31/2008 at 12 to 12:45 pm
These planetarium shows are especially for young space explorers and their families. A different program is presented every few months. Fly through the solar system with Rusty Rocket, or meet the stars with Little Star. Extra shows are presented on some holidays. Free with Museum admission or membership: Adults $8, Seniors $6, Students 12 and over $5, Children 2 to 11 $4.
Phone: 478-477-3232 - Location: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Rd., Macon, GA 8
Family Farm Day - 5/26/2008 at 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Gather family and learn about chores that took place on a plantation, such as woodstove cooking, blacksmithing, animal care, garden care, clothes washing, carpentry, spinning and weaving.
Phone: 478-986-5172 - Location: Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, 711 Jarrell Plantation Rd., Juliette, GA - Directions: Located southeast of Juliette, 18 miles from I-75 Forsyth exit #185 or 18 miles north of Macon exit #171.
Towaliga River Canoe Trip - 5/31/2008 at 10 am - 2 pm
Join park staff for a guided canoe tour of High Falls Lake and the Towaliga River. Meet at the Park Registration Office. $5 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 478-993-3053 - Location: High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Dr, Jackson, GA
Directions: Located 1.8 miles east of I-75 exit #198 at High Falls Road.
Plantation Trace
Bagby Walk/ Run Club - 5/17/2008 9 am - 10 am
It's a perfect time to start getting healthy by joining Bagby Walk/ Run Club. Meet at the Picnic Shelter parking lot. $10.00 fee for 12 week program Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-768-2571 Location: George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge, 330 Bagby Parkway, Fort Gaines, GA
Directions: Located 3.5 miles north of Fort Gaines off GA Hwy. 39.
Magnolia Midlands
Crafts for Dad - 5/15/2008 at 2 pm - 3 pm
We’re making Father’s Day gifts for Dad! Meet in the covered shelter in campground loop-c. $3 park
Phone: 478-993-3053 - Location: High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Dr, Jackson, GA
Directions: Located 1.8 miles east of I-75 exit #198 at High Falls Road
Pictures in the Park Contest - 5/15 - 5/20/2008 at 9 am - 5 pm
Take pictures of anything in the park and submit them by May 20. All photos must be printed at least 8X10 in size. Winners must be able to come to the site on June 7 to collect prizes. The winning photo will be displayed in the museum. Free.
Phone: 229-831-2335 - Location: Jefferson Davis Memorial Historic Site, 338 Jeff Davis Park Rd., Fitzgerald, GA
Directions: From I-75 exit #78 go east 14 miles on Ga. Hwy. 32 to Irwinville. Turn left on Jeff Davis Park Road and proceed one mile to the site (on left).
Mad Scientist Laboratory - 5/15 - 5/16, 5/19, 5/21 - 5/23 & 5/27 - 5/30/2008 at 9 am - 5 pm
You can never be quite certain what you'll see in this exhibit, but it's sure to be interesting! Things will pop, change color, stick together, spin around and go splat. You can wrap yourself up in a bubble and wrap your mind around some surprising chemical properties. Come on in and get physical with physical science and return as experiments in the exhibit change!
Phone: 912-681-5444 - Location: Georgia Southern University Museum, Southern Dr., Rosenwald Building, Statesboro, GA
Directions: Highway 301 to the main entrance of Georgia Southern University.
Hands-on Blacksmithing Workshop - 5/17/2008 at 10 am - 4 pm
Students will learn about blacksmithing and work on projects such as fireplace accessories. Register in advance. $15.
Phone: 229-831-2335 - Location: Jefferson Davis Memorial Historic Site, 338 Jeff Davis Park Rd., Fitzgerald, GA
Directions: From I-75 exit #78 go east 14 miles on Ga. Hwy. 32 to Irwinville. Turn left on Jeff Davis Park Road and proceed one mile to the site (on left).
Memorial Day Mayhem - 5/23/2008 - 5/26/2008 at 7 pm - 9 pm
Join in the H2O Olympics because you WILL get wet. Listen to a music concert, meet live animals, take a swampy canoe trip and make holiday crafts. $3 parking.
Phone: 229-868-7474 - Location: Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge, P.O. Drawer 149, McRae, GA
Directions: Located 2 miles north of McRae via U.S. Hwys. 319 and 441.
Bug Beauty Contest - 5/24/2008 at 4 pm - 5:30 pm
Learn all about the world of insects and their role in the environment. Join a ranger on a hike and insect hunt. Prizes will be awarded for the ugliest, prettiest and most unusual bugs. Afterwards, all insect "contestants" will be released. $3 parking.
Phone: 478-993-3053 - Location: High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Dr, Jackson, GA
Directions: Located 1.8 miles east of I-75 exit #198 at High Falls Road
Outdoor Sports Camp - 5/27, 5/28, & 5/29/2008 at 10:30 am - 2 pm
Held in conjunction with the City of Douglas Recreation Department. Open to ages 9-12. This camp will focus on recreation in the outdoors. Planned activities include hiking, swimming, biking, and canoeing. Pre-registration required. $25-$35 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 912-384-1581 - Location: General Coffee State Park, 46 John Coffee Rd, Nicholls, GA
Directions: Located 6 miles east of Douglas on Ga. Hwy. 32.
Towaliga River Canoe Trip - 5/31/2008 at 10 am - 2 pm
Join park staff for a guided canoe tour of High Falls Lake and the Towaliga River. Meet at the Park Registration Office. $5 plus $3 parking.
Phone: 478-993-3053 - Location: High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Dr, Jackson, GA
Directions: Located 1.8 miles east of I-75 exit #198 at High Falls Road
Colonial Coast and Islands
Nature Center Features Reptiles - 5/17/2008 - 1 pm - 3 pm
Come explore, learn interesting facts and see a selection of Georgia’s reptiles and amphibians. Participants will have an opportunity to touch turtles, snakes and an alligator. $3 parking.
Phone: 912-882-8531 - Location: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys, GA - Directions: Located 7 miles north of St. Marys on Ga. Spur 40
Bird Watching - 5/17/2008 - 3 pm - 4 pm
Meet at the Bird Blind to view some of Georgia’s native birds and migratory birds with naturalist. We’ve been seeing Painted Buntings, Great Crested Flycatchers, Summer Tanagers and more. Binoculars and field guides will be available. $3 parking.
Phone: 912-882-8531 - Location: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys - Directions: Located 7 miles north of St. Marys on Ga. Spur 40
Edible Plant Walk & Tapas Brunch - 5/17 & 5/18/2008 at 10 am
Join Park Naturalists, Emily & Rachel, on a guided nature walk to learn about local Georgia plants, which are edible or have medicinal uses. Afterwards please join us for a taste of the edible plants in our prepared meal using only Georgia wild picked delights. Meet at Nature Center. $3 parking.
Phone: 912-882-8531 - Location: Crooked River State Park, 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy, St. Marys - Directions: Located 7 miles north of St. Marys on Ga. Spur 40
War of Jenkins' Ear - 5/24/2008 at 1 am - 4 pm
See enactments of Colonial Georgia's military operations during the 1739-45 War between England and Spain. Demonstrations and activities will include musket firing, cartridge making and military drill. $2.50 - $4.00
Phone: 912-353-3023 - Location: Wormsloe Historic Site, 7601 Skidaway Rd, Savannah, GA
Directions: Located 10 miles southeast of Savannah’s historic district on Skidaway Road.
Memorial Day Weekend at Fort McAllister - 5/24/2008 at 10 am - 5 pm
This program will focus on the life and duties of the average Civil War soldier, including musket and cannon firings. $2.50 - $4.
Phone: 912-727-2339 - Location: Fort McAllister Historic Park, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill, GA  - Directions: Located 10 miles east of I-95 on Ga. Spur 144 (take I-95 exit #90)
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