Community Events
The following Calendar of Events listings have been provided by event venues, individual organizers and readers of Georgia Magazine.
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Event List
- -Atlanta MetroHome & Garden
Don’t miss this opportunity to take advantage of discounted pricing on designer brands, high-end indoor and outdoor home furnishings, rugs, lighting and accessories. The ADAC Spring Sample Sale, which takes place in showrooms at ADAC and ADAC West, is open to the public and trade from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. for three days only.
- Magnolia MidlandsHistory
Indulge in an elegant evening of celebrating history during the 120th Carnegie Library Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, March 28th at the Carnegie Library. Have a glass of wine, savor decadent charcuterie, and sway to the enchanting piano tunes of local musician, Luke Jones. This celebration contributes to the preservation of this historic landmark. Admission is $65 per person or $120 per couple and grants entry, 2 drink tickets, and charcuterie.
- Magnolia MidlandsConcert
Don your caps and bring the lads and lassies for Harry O’Donoghue Returns!, presented by the Downtown Dublin Development Authority, as he brings you authentic Irish folk music and humor on Thursday, March 21st at 7 PM at Theatre Dublin! Tickets are $10.
- Northeast Georgia MountainsConcert
On Thursday, March 21, 2024 beginning at 7:30 p.m., the UNG Singers and Le Belle Voci will present their Homecoming/Spring Concert at Dahlonega Baptist Church. The concert will be under the direction of Dr. John Broman, UNG Director of Choral Activities, and accompanied by Vivian Doublestein. The program will consist of sacred music, spirituals, love songs and other secular music. The concert is free and the public is cordially invited to attend. For more information on this and other events please go to our website.
- Historic HeartlandEducation
As one of the newest self guided tours in Forsyth, this African American Heritage Guide takes you through a journey of African American history throughout Monroe County. This self-guided tour is meant to be a starting point in exploring the journey of African Americans in our community. It contains some brief biographical information on those who shaped our history; a timeline critical to putting events into context; and a brief driving tour to link people and places. The guide and map can be found at https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=65690&i=689515&p=1&pre=1.
- Magnolia MidlandsConcert
BlackHawk is coming to The Martin Centre Friday, March 22, 2024! NO access code is needed. Please confirm your ticket selection before finalizing payment. Please share our post with friends. Tickets purchased for the original Sept 8, 2023, date are valid for March 22, 2024. www.themartincentre.com
- -Northwest GeorgiaTheater
The Glass Menagerie is a “memory” play by Tennessee Williams. It premiered in 1944 and catapulted Williams to fame. The play has strong autobiographical elements, featuring characters based on the author, his histrionic mother and his mentally fragile sister. Tom, the brother, both narrates and participates in the play.
An older Tom remembers his youth and then switches to become a younger Tom who participates in the action as scenes from his youth play out. The point of view of the older Tom is reflective. He warns that his memory distorts the past and may consist of events he does not witness. Often the play goes beyond Tom simply describing events from his own memory.
The play runs for three weekends beginning March 8 through March 24. Tickets are available online at taterpatchplayers.org or at the theater one hour before begins.
- -Presidential PathwaysCommunity
Held the fourth weekend of March, small-town Ashburn welcomes visitors to the Fire Ant Festival, but not the ants themselves. Known for its wacky and off-the-wall activities, the festival offers family-oriented fun for all ages. Activities include the fire ant calling contest, the infamous Manty Hose contest, a carnival, arts and crafts, fireworks, bands, 5K run and 1-mile fun run, BBQ cook off and much more!
Dates of the 2024 Festival:
- Evening of Friday, March 22
- All day on Saturday, March 23
- Historic HeartlandTheater
The Book Cellar hosts Gatsby-themed “1920’s Murder at the Theater.” $65 per person includes five-course dinner and the show, 5:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, 770-628-5200.
- -Atlanta MetroConcert, Leisure & Recreation, Outdoors
Scheduled for March 22 (11 a.m.-6 p.m.), March 23 (10 a.m.-6 p.m.) and March 24 (11 a.m.-5 p.m.) on the docks of Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, organizers of the Spring 2024 Lake Lanier Boat Show believe that "Summer Starts on The Water."
The weekend event will create a summer-like atmosphere that promotes a love of the water, a sense of community among boaters, and the uniqueness of lake life. Attendees can expect an effortless boat-buying experience, fishing seminars, live music, and “lake life” vendors, plus the chance to enjoy tasty food and ice-cold beer, stroll a white sandy beach, and more.
- Northeast Georgia MountainsConcert
Dr. Joe Chapman will present An Evening with Chopin at the University of North Georgia Gloria Shott Performance Hall on Tuesday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m., and Friday, March 22, at 7:30 p.m. Shott Hall is located within the John L. Nix Mountain Cultural Center at 322 Georgia Circle on the university’s Dahlonega campus.
The program features well-known Chopin favorites, such as the "Fantasie-Impromptu," "Heroic Polonaise" and "Winter Wind Etude," along with several larger works for piano.
Admission is free and the public is cordially invited to attend. Due to construction on campus, patrons are advised to utilize the visitor parking lot (Lot 30/31) located on Sunset Drive near the intersection of West Main Street. Accessible parking is available behind Rogers Hall adjacent to the Nix Center. For additional information on this and other upcoming events, please visit us at https://ung.edu/music/music-events.php
- -Atlanta MetroCommunity, Concert, Craft Fair, Food & Drink, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation, Outdoors
This annual two-day food and music festival is a "can't-miss" event for music lovers and foodies alike. The Wing & Rock Fest is free and features regional tribute acts and chicken wings from some of the best restaurants and food trucks in the South. Wing-slingin’ experts will be selling more than 60 flavors of wings that are grilled, fried and smoked.
This year's entertainment line up features multiple live tribute bands, School of Rock House Band and DJ Suspence. Other activities include the vendor arts and crafts market, kids' activities and wing-eating contests.
Voted one of the Top 10 Food Festivals in the Southeast by Festival Rooster and Parade Magazine. The festival is expecting over 20,000 in attendance this year and is the third largest chicken-wing festival in the country.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:
Website: www.wingandrockfest.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wingandrockfest/
Facebook Event:
Twitter & Instagram: @WingandRockFest
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/wingandrockfest
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QidvntY_E7s
Photos: https://www.facebook.com/wingandrockfest/photos
Event Hash tag #WingandRock
ADDITIONAL INFO OR INSTRUCTIONS:
Event Contact: wingnrockfest@gmail.com or (404) 456-4655
Vendor Application: https://forms.gle/WJAEQSRbMebynKZWA
- Classic SouthSporting Event
The Spring Trifecta at Eisenhower Lakes Golf Club has been rescheduled to March 23rd.
If golf is your game, be sure to register for the 2024 Spring Trifecta. This 18-hole tournament will consist of six holes of best ball, six holes of captain's choice, and six holes of modified alternating shot. The tournament will be flighted based on team total handicap.
The tournament is open to all including the public. Registration is $40 for members, $65 for active duty, retired military, and veterans, and $75 for civilians. The fee will include greens fees, cart fees, range balls, lunch and prizes. The registration deadline has been extended to noon on March 22.
Need gate access, visit https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection.
For more info or to register, call 706-791-2433.
- -Historic HeartlandCommunity, Concert, Craft Fair, Food & Drink, Home & Garden, Kids & Family, Outdoors
We’re excited to invite you to our spring celebration, the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival!
For more than 40 years, the Conyers community has grown and changed, and so has the festival, embracing our local culture while also celebrating others.
Shop among unique art and craft exhibitors, eat your way through the multiple food courts, enjoy cultural performances, listen to live music and play in the children’s area.
The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival has received many awards for Best Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Festival and Events Association. It has also been selected over the years as Top 20 Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society.
- -Historic HeartlandOther
This symposium, along with the Electronic Warfare and Avionics (EWA) Conference sponsored by the Electronic Warfare (EW) Program Office (AFLCMC/WNY), is one of the largest aviation electronic defense trade shows in the country, drawing from industry, academia and government. Robins Air Force Base is home to both the EW and the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Centers of Excellence for the United States Air Force. We anticipate over 60 defense industry vendors to showcase their high technology accomplishments and anticipate representatives from several of our foreign military partners to participate in the unclassified portions of this event.
- Historic HeartlandConcert
Come to the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center for a night of jazz instrumentation from the Morgan County Middle School and High School Jazz Band on Thursday, March 26, 7 p.m. in the MMCC Auditorium.
Under the leadership of renowned band director, Jeffrey Rowser, Director of Bands at Morgan County High School, and Karisa Seymour, Morgan County Middle School Director, the combined High School and Middle School Madison-Morgan County Jazz Band will perform.
Tickets are $20.
Click on the link below to purchase tickets.
- Northwest GeorgiaCommunity
Join us for the ribbon cutting of our outdoor exhibit on the Etowah River located in the North Entrance Garden and sponsored by the Jason T. Dickerson Family Foundation. Learn about the importance of the Etowah Rivershed and water conservation in this outdoor art display. This display was designed by John White of INOX Design and fabricated by Kennesaw State University students and faculty.
Admission is free.
- Northwest GeorgiaCommunity
Why do we have so much broken pottery in the museum? Let’s take a closer look at some of the pottery shards, and figure out why they’re so important. Afterward, we’ll learn how to make our own pottery using items we have in the kitchen!
What’s Up Wednesday? (WUW) is a monthly program designed for preschoolers and children between ages 3-7. Children and their caregivers have a short lesson in the galleries and then make a craft. WUW educational programming will start at 11 a.m. Each program lasts approximately 1 hour. Admission to the Cherokee County History Center is not included. Tickets are non-refundable for this event.
Free for History Cherokee members (family membership level and up), $5 per child for non-members.
- Classic SouthOther
The Central Georgia National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Chapter and Robins Air Force Base (AFB) plan to co-host this event.
The hybrid conference is planned to be held in person and virtually at the Museum of Aviation, Century of Flight Hangar, 1942 Heritage Blvd, Robins AFB, GA 31098.
We look forward to the sharing of future vision and requirements from our DoD and Robins AFB Leadership that could result in competitive business opportunities for industry.
In addition to the Robins AFB Requirements Symposium, there are multiple important business, marketing and informational events scheduled to be held in Warner Robins March 25-29.
**Conference Approval Package is in work. Registration is not open at this time**
- Georgia's CoastCommunity
From 3-7 p.m., bring the entire family to Market as we dance to music from DJ Wiggles and and hold an Easter Egg Hunt! Find unique Easter basket gifts from our market vendors. And why not stay for dinner at Market?