July 2007 - Community Events Calendar

COMPILED BY ASHLEY SPILLERS WITH JENNIFER HEWETT

An old-fashioned good time!

The 57th annual Georgia Mountain Fair at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee features 12 days of family fun, July 18-29. Catch a glimpse into North Georgia’s history and culture, as well as enjoy musical entertainment and a children’s carnival.

Many well-known country acts will take the stage, including Pam Tillis, Sammy Kershaw, John Anderson and banjo musician Mike Snider, as well as gospel groups The McKameys and the Inspirations. Fair-goers can also see the 2007 Miss Georgia Mountain Fair Pageant and the annual clogger’s convention.

Learn about blacksmithing, soap-making, moon-shining and hominy-making through demonstrations in the Pioneer Village. The annual parade will include antique cars, horses and buggies, colorful floats and local marching bands. And visitors can sample from among the many foods available, including sweet funnel cakes and cotton candy and festival favorites like hamburgers and barbecue.

The exhibit hall showcases the rich history of the 56 previous fairs, including memorabilia from past events.

The hall also features a large selection of antique farm equipment and explanations of how it was used. 

For more information, visit www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com or call (706) 896-4191.

—Ashley Spillers

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HISTORIC HIGH COUNTRY

Illustrations by Jack Davis, through July 22, Booth Museum, Cartersville. Featuring Western, Civil War and Ppresidential sketches and completed illustrations by Georgia artist Jack Davis spanning his 60-year career. www.boothmuseum.org. (770) 387-1300.

Stars, Stripes and Cartersville, July 4, Dellinger Park, Cartersville. A day of activities with a parade, arts and crafts, entertainment, food, car show, children’s games and more. (770) 387-5626.

Patriotic Dinner Theatre, July 6-7, Public Square Opera House, Adairsville. “The Mouth of the South,” Gary Claxton will perform stand-up comedy, along with other musical entertainment and down-home cooking. (770) 773-1902.

Preservation of Native American Sites, July 7, Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville. An archaeologist lectures on ways to preserve a Native American village. (770) 387-3747.

12th Annual Catoosa County Fire & Rescue PRCA Rodeo, July 13-14, Davis Cattle Co. Arena, Ringgold. Rodeo fun, with all proceeds going toward new equipment for the volunteer fire department. (706) 935-2001.

The Sounds of Appalachia String Band, July 19, Booth Western Art Museum, Cartersville. Old-time music developed in rural Southern areas in the late 1800s. www.boothmuseum.org. (770) 387-1300.

30th Annual Homespun Festival, July 20-21, Seaborn Jones Memorial Park, Rockmart.  Friday night gospel music, plus a 5K road race, parade, fireworks, pony rides and more on Saturday. polk.ofgeorgia.org. (770) 684-8760.

Summer Poetry Night, July 26, Schroeder’s Deli on Broad, Rome. The 22nd year of free summer poetry readings featuring local and regional writers. (706) 295-2787.

Bluegrass with Cane Creek, July 28, Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge, Cartersville. This South Carolina-based band performs on the front porch of the Vaughn Cabin. (770) 975-4226.

Chief Vann House Days, July 28, Chatsworth. Local crafters demonstrate Appalachian arts and skills such as 19th-century weaving, basket-making, blacksmithing and storytelling, among others. (706) 695-2598.

8th Annual Big E Festival, Aug. 3-4, Loudermilk Boarding House, Cornelia. Enjoy a Friday night ’50s Elvis tribute show, plus live entertainers vie for top honors all day Saturday. (706) 778-2001.

NORTHEAST GEORGIA MOUNTAINS

Rescuing a Piece of Romantic History, July 1, Dahlonega Gold Museum, Dahlonega. Featuring sweetheart jewelry and mementos of Civil War soldiers from their loved ones. (706) 864-2257.

Independence Day at Vogel, July 4, Vogel State Park, Blairsville. Celebrate with a flag-raising ceremony, bicycle parade, paddle boat races, sack races and more. (706) 745-2628.

“Headwaters: Stories from a Goodly Portion of Beautiful Northeast Georgia,” July 7-22, Sautee Nacoochee Center, Helen. A community performance filled with old and new stories collected from Habersham, Rabun, Stephens, Banks and White counties. www.snca.org. (706) 878-3300.

9th Annual Butternut Creek Festival, July 21, Blairsville. Featuring 65 juried artists, artisans and craftsmen, along with musical entertainers. (706) 781-1221.

Civil War Encampment, July 21, Tugaloo State Park, Lavonia. The Georgia 24th Infantry gives a glimpse of life during the Civil War. (706) 356-4362.

Heirloom Tomato Festival, July 22, Glen Ella Springs Inn, Clarkesville. Enjoy fine art, pottery and other tomato-themed craft items, plus entertainment and samples of more than 30 varieties of heirloom tomatoes. (877) 456-7527.

A Tribute to Georgia Authors, July 28, Dahlonega Gold Museum, Dahlonega. Seven authors bring their newest releases and older favorites. (706) 864-2257.

ATLANTA METRO

Animal Planet Summer Adventure, through Aug. 5, Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain. Marvel at flying squirrels, laugh at pigs, be amazed by stallions, pet an alligator, and watch parrots soar. www.stonemountainpark.com. (770) 498-5690.

Deadly Medicine, through Aug. 10, William Bremen Jewish Heritage Museum, Atlanta. The Centers for Disease Control hosts the U.S. Holocaust Museum’s traveling exhibition that examines Nazi Germany’s goal for a “master race.” www.thebremen.org. (678) 222-3700.

Nature’s Jewels, through Sept. 2, Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta. An exhibition of close-up photography of butterflies, dragonflies, bees, wasps and more. www.fernbank.edu. (404) 929-6300.

The Heart & History of Hollywood, June 30-July 1, Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum, Marietta. A weekend of autograph signings and photo opps with Ann Rutherford and Robert Osborne, plus music, art and more. (770) 794-5145.

July 4th Celebration, July 4, Serenbe, Palmetto. Enjoy a parade, pot-luck dinner and fireworks. (770) 463-9997.

Delightful Too, July 5-27, Young Blood Gallery, Atlanta. View a fun collection of works presented by mixed-media artists Jennifer Davis and Amy Rice. www.youngbloodgallery.com. (404) 627-0393.

Jazz on the Lawn, July 6, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Atlanta. See a special outdoor concert with Will Scruggs Jazz Fellowship featuring Audrey Shakir. www.callanwolde.org. (404) 872-5338.

“Anansi the Spider,” July 10-22, Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta. The visiting Tears of Joy Theatre presents its puppet show of a precocious West African arachnid. www.puppet.org. (404) 873-3089.

The Andrews Brothers, July 11-Aug. 12, ART Station, Stone Mountain. A World War II-era play about three brothers putting on a USO show. www.artstation.org. (770) 469-1105.

African Sunset Safari, July 14, Zoo Atlanta. An evening celebrating Africa and its wildlife with extended animal viewing, traditional dancers and music. www.zooatlanta.org. (404) 624-5960.

8th Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival, July 14, Chattahoochee Nature Center, Roswell. A day dedicated to butterflies with a picnic lunch, arts and crafts and butterfly face-painting. www.chattanaturecenter.com. (770) 992-2055.

31st Annual Collectible Glass Show and Sale, July 21-22, Cobb County Civic Center, Marietta. The Peach State Depression Glass Club presents this glass show with special guest authors and hourly door prizes. www.psdgc.com. (770) 579-9225.

“Pinocchio,” July 24-Aug. 5, Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta. The National Marionette Theatre from Vermont brings its classic show of a little marionette boy who comes to life. www.puppet.org. (404) 873-3089.

HISTORIC HEARTLAND

Richard Ward: Journeys, through Aug. 19, Tubman Museum, Macon. Featuring works made from nontraditional items, symbolizing black history and culture. (478) 743-8544.

60th Anniversary of the Air Force, July 3, McConnell-Talbert Stadium, Warner Robins. Celebrate with fireworks and music by The Air Force Reserve Command Band and special guest Lee Greenwood. www.warnerrobinsga.gov. (888) 288-9742.

2nd Annual Countdown to UGA Football Kickoff, July 7, UGA practice fields, Athens. Join former Bulldogs and NFL players Jon and Matt Stinchcomb for a day of games and the chance to meet current and former UGA and NFL players. www.ugakickoff.com; www.gatransplant.org. (678) 514-1180.

Dragonflies, Crayfish and Mosquito Fish—Oh My! July 9, Rock Eagle 4-H Center, Eatonton. Discover the life within Rock Eagle lake through the use of dip nets, seine nets and microscopes. (706) 484-2834.

Feathered Friends, July 23, Rock Eagle 4-H Center, Eatonton. Learn the ins and outs of birding and take a bird walk. (706) 484-2834.

CLASSIC SOUTH

History on Canvas, through Aug. 31, Augusta Museum of History, Augusta. A collection of paintings commissioned by Pat Blanchard depicting Augusta landmarks and events. www.augustamuseum.org. (706) 722-8454.

Stories and Legends, through Sept. 2, Augusta Museum of History, Augusta. Special exhibit highlighting the personalities of the Augusta National over the years, including Bing Crosby, Bobby Jones and more. www.augustamuseum.org. (706) 722-8454.

Columbia County’s July 4th Celebration, July 4, Patriots Park, Grovetown. Family fun with games, crafts, food, fireworks and more. www.columbiacountyga.gov. (706) 312-7194.

RiverBlast July Fourth Celebration, July 4, downtown, Augusta. Enjoy arts and crafts, musical entertainment, dancing, family activities and more. www.augustaga.gov. (706) 821-1754.

July Jamboree Concert and First Friday Car Show, July 6, Augusta Common, Augusta. Concert, car and motorcycle show and more. (706) 821-1754.

6th Annual Thunder Over Thurmond Independence Day Celebration, July 7, J. Strom Thurmond Lake at Clarks Hill, Lincolnton. Fireworks and festivities. www.lincolncountyga.org. (706) 359-7970.

Swamp Saturday, July 7, Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, Augusta. Check out wetlands, swamps, trails and more. www.naturalsciencesacademy.org. (706) 828-2109.

Movies Under the Stars, July 13,20, 27, Georgia Golf and Gardens, Augusta. Bring the family and watch movies, with proceeds benefiting the MCG Children’s Medical Center. www.mcghealth.org/kids. (706) 721-9566.

Summer Concert Series, July 14, 28, Jessye Norman Amphitheatre, Augusta. Local and regional musical entertainment. (706) 821-1754.

22nd Annual Augusta Southern National Drag Boat Races, July 20-22, Augusta Riverfront Marina. Watch the Savannah River come alive as drag boats roar down the Savannah River at speeds of more than 200 mph. www.augustasouthernnationals.org. (800) 726.0243.

PRESIDENTIAL PATHWAYS

Fourth of July Celebration, July 1-8, Florence Marina State Park, Omaha. A weekend of fun for the family with crafts, boat rides and a watermelon-eating contest. (229) 838-4706.

Celebration of Independence, July 4, Westville, Lumpkin. A small-town celebration including old-fashioned fun, games and music. www.westville.org. (888) 733-1850.

July 4 Weekend Celebration, July 4-7, Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele. Fireworks at dark on the 4th begin an array of festivities including wagon rides, crafts and more. (229) 276-2371.

Astronomy Night, July 14, Providence Canyon State Park, Lumpkin. Columbus State University and the Coca-Cola Space Science Center present a slide presentation and viewing of the night sky through telescopes. (229) 838-6202.

Centenary Concert, July 15, New Hebron Baptist in Pike County, Concord. Listen to the music of accordion player Robert M. Planner of Conyers with free admission and door prizes. (770) 567-4113.

“Narnia, The Musical,” July 19-29, Main Street Players, Griffin. Kid-friendly play adapted from the C.S. Lewis tale. (770) 229-9916.

2nd Annual Piney Woods Checkers Tournament, July 21, New Hebron Baptist in Pike County, Concord. Old-fashioned game tournament. (770) 567-4113.

National Trails Day: Pine Mountain Trail Hike, July 21, F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain. Members of the Mountain Trail Association lead a four-mile guided hike. (706) 663-4858.

Plumleaf Azalea Hike and Native Azaleas Workshop, July 28, Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain. Hike to see the beautiful orange-red blossoms of the Plumleaf Azalea, plus take in an informal workshop on native azaleas. www.callawaygardens.com. (770) 663-5187.

MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS

Fourth of July Fun, July 4-7, Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge, McRae. Independence Day parade, marshmallow roast, games and music. (229) 868-7474, ext. 6027.

First Fridays Downtown, July 6, downtown, Statesboro. Stroll the streets of Statesboro for free gallery openings, art, entertainment and refreshments. (912) 212-2787.

12^th Annual Redneck Games, July 7, Buckeye Park, Dublin. Down-home competitions including redneck horseshoes, bobbin’ for pigs feet, hubcap hurl, mudpit belly flop, armpit serenade, plus fireworks. www.dublin-georgia.com. (478) 272-4422.

Harry Potter Review, July 11, Averitt Center For the Arts, Statesboro. Free review of “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” before the new movie debuts. (912) 212-2787.

Jefferson Davis Junior Ranger Camp and Cookout, July 17, 21, Jefferson Davis Memorial Historic Site, Fitzgerald. Nature camp for children. (229) 831-2335.

“High School Musical,” July 20-21, Averitt Center For the Arts, Statesboro. Enjoy this family-friendly musical made popular by Disney. (912) 481-3594.

4th Annual Middle Georgia Biker’s Benefit Run, July 28, DuBose Porter Center, Dublin. Take part in this benefit with proceeds going to the Advocates for Alzheimer’s Care. www.middlegeorgiabikers.com. (478) 875-2096.

PLANTATION TRACE

House of a Thousand Flags, July 1, Lapham-Patterson House, Thomasville. A “Victorian” celebration of Independence Day featuring historic American speeches, live patriotic music, old-fashioned refreshments and more. (229) 225-4004.

Annual Fourth of July Celebration, July 4, Remington Park, Thomasville. Games, food, music and fireworks. (229) 227-7001.

3rd Annual Lower Muscogee Creek Tribe’s Bluegrass & Gospel Festival, July 6-7, Tama Tribal Town, Whigham. Live entertainment with Jim Williams and others, as well as dancing, food and crafts. (229) 762-3165.

“Cheaper by the Dozen,” July 13-14, 21-22, TOSAC Storefront Theater, Thomasville. See this comedic play presented and performed by Thomasville On Stage and Company. (229) 226-0863.

Winged Wonders Butterfly Festival, July 21, Birdsong Nature Center, Thomasville. A celebration of butterflies, birds and dragonflies with specialist presentations, guided walks and wildlife displays. www.birdsongnaturecenter.org. (229) 377-4408; (800) 953-2475.

GEORGIA’S COAST

39th Annual Independence Day Celebration, July 4, St. Marys. Parade, food, arts and crafts, fireworks and more. www.smkiwanis.com. (912) 576-5110.

Fantastic Fourth of July on the River, July 4, River Street, Savannah. Celebrate Independence Day with live entertainment, ice cream-eating contests and more. (912) 234-0295.

Fireworks on Tybee Beach, July 4, Tybee Island Pier, Tybee Island. Come view a spectacular display of fireworks. www.tybeevisit.com. (800) 868-2322.

Celebrating America at Fort Pulaski, July 7-8, Fort Pulaski National Monument. Special patriotic living history event with cannon firings, soldier and music demonstrations, and re-creation of an 1862 baseball game. (912) 786-5757.

Scavenger Hunt, July 11, 18, 25, Jekyll Island Museum, Jekyll Island. Young explorers can search the historic district for notable architecture and go on an archaeological dig. (912) 635-4036.

Beach Birds at Sunset, July 14, Tybee North Beach, Savannah. A wilderness expert on Southeast birds leads a late afternoon walk to view gulls, terns, skimmers and more. (912) 897-5108.

Tidal Creeks by Boat, July 28, Tybee Island. Enjoy a trip through the tidal salt marshes to observe dolphins, egrets, crabs and more. (912) 897-5108.

Chroma’s Art Glass Spectacular and Sale, July 28-29, Savannah. Exhibit of Southern glass artists’ works, including Jon Poirier, Tim Miller, Brook White, Olivia Cash and Algar Dole. (912) 232-2787.