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
- Magnolia MidlandsOutdoors
Located on Madison Street in Downtown Dublin GA, the Market on Madison is a premier open-air venue buzzing with activity. A community-driven experience, vendors and visitors come together to celebrate the richness of local flavors each Saturday morning 7:30 AM until 12:30 PM from April through mid October. Patrons can also find a variety of handmade crafts and original art, and find fun activities for the Little Sprouts throughout the season! Over the last several years, Dublin’s Farmers Market has experienced much growth, noting more than 30 vendors each week and 350 patrons during peak produce season.
- Magnolia MidlandsKids & Family
Pack up your rods, reels and tackle as seasoned seniors, fifty-five and up, reel ’em in Saturday, May 11th in Dublin GA. Registration begins each Saturday at 6:30 AM with the Fishing Rodeo beginning at 7 AM and lasting until 10 AM.
- Atlanta Metro, Northeast Georgia MountainsKids & Family, Leisure & Recreation
Come join us for some fun on the farm this spring at Washington Farms! Our Super Spring Saturdays feature fun farm activities including wagon rides, petting zoo, jumping pillows, cow train, ziplines, paintball and much more! The activities will be open every Saturday from April 13 until May 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Be sure to try our delicious homemade strawberry ice cream, slushies, hand-squeezed lemonade, and fresh popped kettle corn while you’re here! Check out our website for hours, pricing and a complete list of activities.
- Historic HeartlandCommunity, Concert, Food & Drink
The City of Conyers hosts a series of new free concerts coming to you this spring! The second show in the series features the one-and-only “Mother’s Finest,” an American rock band that formed in Atlanta in the 70s.
Concert will be 6-10 p.m. inside our Entertainment District on Bank Street with Food Trucks. Bring your chairs and blankets.
- Northwest GeorgiaTheater
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, a play by American playwright Richard Alfieri, has two characters: Lily, the formidable widow of a Baptist minister, and Michael, an acerbic dance instructor hired to give her lessons. Lily lives alone on Florida's gulf coast. Her tutor, Michael, had to leave his life as a chorus boy on Broadway, taking work as a dance instructor.
As the play opens, Lilly is waiting for her first of six weekly in-home dance lessons. She is Michael's first client, and their first lesson does not go well. Each lies to the other about their lives. Their relationship is antagonistic at first, but as the lessons continue, a close friendship develops. They begin to enjoy time together outside of their lessons, sharing their deepest secrets and gifts.
The play runs for three weekends from April 26 thru May 12 (Friday and Saturday shows, 7:30 p.m. Sunday shows, 2 p.m.).
Tickets available online at taterpatchplayers.org or at the theater one hour before the show begins.
- Northwest GeorgiaTheater
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, a play by American playwright Richard Alfieri, has two characters: Lily, the formidable widow of a Baptist minister, and Michael, an acerbic dance instructor hired to give her lessons. Lily lives alone on Florida's gulf coast. Her tutor, Michael, had to leave his life as a chorus boy on Broadway, taking work as a dance instructor.
As the play opens, Lilly is waiting for her first of six weekly in-home dance lessons. She is Michael's first client, and their first lesson does not go well. Each lies to the other about their lives. Their relationship is antagonistic at first, but as the lessons continue, a close friendship develops. They begin to enjoy time together outside of their lessons, sharing their deepest secrets and gifts.
The play runs for three weekends from April 26 thru May 12 (Friday and Saturday shows, 7:30 p.m. Sunday shows, 2 p.m.).
Tickets available online at taterpatchplayers.org or at the theater one hour before the show begins.
- Atlanta MetroArt Exhibit, Auto Show, Charity Event, Community, Concert, Craft Fair, Education, Fitness & Health, Food & Drink, History, Home & Garden, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation, Other, Outdoors, Sporting Event, Theater
Join us for an unforgettable Mother's Day experience at the Mother's Touch Neo Soul Brush and Breathe Event! Indulge in painting, sip on mimosas and unwind to the soulful tunes of Neo Soul music. Treat yourself or a special mom in your life to a relaxing massage, creativity, and delicious dining. Reserve your spot now!
12-3 p.m. or 5-8 p.m.
#MothersDayEvent #NeoSoulExperience #PaintWineDine"
- -Classic SouthCommunity, Kids & Family, Leisure & Recreation
Announcing the 2024 FSL Summer Bowling Leagues Schedule!
Attention all families in the CSRA! Get ready to lace up your bowling shoes and aim for those strikes because the summer bowling leagues are back and better than ever. It's time to roll into the season with some friendly competition and good times. Check out the schedule below for all the league details:
$23 per person per week
10-week program
Senior Summer League
Meeting: May 13
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Start Date: May 20
Start Time: 1 p.m.
Two-person Teams
Tuesday Night Summer League
Meeting Date: May 28
Time: 6:45 p.m.
Start Date: May 28
Three-person Teams
Wednesday Summer Practice League
Meeting Date: May 15
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Start Date: May 22
Start Time: 6:30 p.m.
Saturday Youth's Have a Ball League
Start Date: June 1
End Date: Aug. 10
Start Time: 10 a.m.
Three-person Teams
Open to ages 3-17
All Youth participants receive a New Custom Drilled Bowling Ball at the end of the program. Make sure to pay in full by Aug. 3 to claim your bowling ball.
Prepare your inner bowler, gather your team, and let’s make this summer unforgettable with strikes, spares and a lot of fun! We can't wait to see you all at the bowling alley for a summer of excitement and camaraderie. Let’s roll!
This event is located on Fort Eisenhower and is open to the public. If you need access to the installation please visit, https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection .
(706) 791-3446
- -Atlanta MetroTheater
Stunning new production of Edward Albee’s timeless masterpiece of miscommunication, starring Atlanta stage and film legend Tess Malis Kincaid. On the campus of a small New England college, George and Martha invite a new professor and his wife home for a nightcap. As the cocktails flow, the young couple find themselves caught in the crossfire of a savage battle of wits and wills. With some of the best dialogue ever written for the stage, this unforgettable, dark and hilarious play is a timeless exploration of human relationships, power dynamics and the search for truth in a world of illusion.
- Historic HeartlandConcert
For the closing of the 22nd Annual Madison Chamber Music Festival, come to the historic Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Auditorium at 7:30 p.m., May 16, for a special grand finale performance by Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner and the winner of the Youth Music Competition.
About Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner: A California native, Sanchez-Werner began his first college degree at age 5, and at age 6 began performing regularly with orchestras. Holding Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from Juilliard, this exciting young virtuoso has performed all over the world, from Abu Dhabi to the Louvre in Paris. He performed at the Kennedy Center and the White House for President Obama and President Biden.
- Magnolia MidlandsAuto Show
Roll the window down, sit back, and cruise on over to Dublin GA for the Annual Shine in the PinesTruck and Car Show. From station wagons to big rigs, get ready, get set, and go see every make and model! Rev it into high gear, spin those wheels, and let the gravel fly on Friday, May 17th at 6 PM and Saturday, May 18th beginning at 12 PM. Jam out to High Velocity Band while the trucks are alight both nights, get things rolling with concessions, merchants, raffles, silent auctions, and door prizes on Saturday, and vote for your favorites for both the car and truck shows. Admission: $10.
- -Neighboring State EventHome & Garden
Please join the Aiken Council of Garden Clubs for a two-day garden event. Tour six beautiful gardens located in historical downtown Aiken, SC. Shop local vendors, listen to exciting speakers educating you on native plants and citrus, eat delicious food from local food trucks and enjoy viewing the National Garden Club Flower Show.
Transportation to the gardens will be provided by The City of Aiken buses.
May 17-18
Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Six Gardens open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Located within Downtown Aiken, SC
Tickets on sale at aikengardenshow.org: $25 per person in advance/$30 per person on day of shows
National Garden Club Flower Show
Speakers
Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. - Michaela Berley – “Bringing Life to Your Garden with Native Plants!”
Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. - Joe LeVert – “The Opportunity to Grow Citrus in our Area”
Vendor Market
Food Trucks
For hotel and restaurant information: www.visitaikensc.com
- Atlanta MetroConcert
Get ready to experience the ultimate free summer concert series with LIVE in the DTL! Join us at the Lawrenceville Lawn for an unforgettable night of live music, delicious food trucks and good vibes.
With a fantastic lineup, each concert in the series promises to deliver an incredible night of music and entertainment. So, bring your blankets, chairs and dancing shoes and get ready to groove.
May 17: Interstellar Echoes: A Pink Floyd Tribute
Be sure to catch us at all our concerts. With LIVE in the DTL, you won't want to miss a beat!
Up next:
- June 14 – Juneteenth Celebration
- July 3 – Prelude to the Fourth
- Aug. 23 – LIVE in the DTL
- Sept. 13-14 – Around the World in the DTL
- Sept. 27 – CULTURA: Fiesta Latina
- Nov. 9 – Harvest Festival
- Magnolia MidlandsOutdoors
Located on Madison Street in Downtown Dublin GA, the Market on Madison is a premier open-air venue buzzing with activity. A community-driven experience, vendors and visitors come together to celebrate the richness of local flavors each Saturday morning 7:30 AM until 12:30 PM from April through mid October. Patrons can also find a variety of handmade crafts and original art, and find fun activities for the Little Sprouts throughout the season! Over the last several years, Dublin’s Farmers Market has experienced much growth, noting more than 30 vendors each week and 350 patrons during peak produce season.
- Magnolia MidlandsAuto Show
Roll the window down, sit back, and cruise on over to Dublin GA for the Annual Shine in the PinesTruck and Car Show. From station wagons to big rigs, get ready, get set, and go see every make and model! Rev it into high gear, spin those wheels, and let the gravel fly on Friday, May 17th at 6 PM and Saturday, May 18th beginning at 12 PM. Jam out to High Velocity Band while the trucks are alight both nights, get things rolling with concessions, merchants, raffles, silent auctions, and door prizes on Saturday, and vote for your favorites for both the car and truck shows. Admission: $10.
- Northeast Georgia MountainsConcert
The Black Gold Orchestra is a 19-piece big band based in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 2021 by GRAMMY-nominated producer, Larry Wilson, this band is an assembly of world class musicians, artists, and music educators. The collective resume of this ensemble boasts some of the biggest names in music and entertainment, such as Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Prince, Wynton Marsalis, Tyler Perry, George Duke, Pattie Labelle, Usher, Maxwell, Kurt Elling and Jazzmeia Horn, just to name a few. Many of them have performed on GRAMMY-winning and nominated albums and hold various awards and acclamations to their respective names.
Their debut album, “Genesis,” is a dynamic celebration of all Black American music, fusing musical elements such as jazz, R&B, soul, hip-hop, house, rock, blues and gospel through the lens of the big band tradition. The album features both original compositions from members of the band as well as fresh new arrangements of a few classic covers.
- Atlanta Metro, Northeast Georgia MountainsKids & Family, Leisure & Recreation
Come join us for some fun on the farm this spring at Washington Farms! Our Super Spring Saturdays feature fun farm activities including wagon rides, petting zoo, jumping pillows, cow train, ziplines, paintball and much more! The activities will be open every Saturday from April 13 until May 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Be sure to try our delicious homemade strawberry ice cream, slushies, hand-squeezed lemonade, and fresh popped kettle corn while you’re here! Check out our website for hours, pricing and a complete list of activities.
- Atlanta MetroHome & Garden
Four of Cobb County's finest residents have graciously opened their gardens for the 21st Annual Garden Tour, May 18, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., to showcase how we can protect our pollinators. Let our docents take you through semi-tropical paradises, rows of rhododendrons, zen gardens, woodlands full of natives and quiet spaces for pollinators and people alike.
Stop by two MGVOCC projects: The William Root House in Marietta to walk through history, and The Wellness Garden at the Cobb County Farm Bureau to learn how to grow fresh produce.
Tickets: $21 in advance; $25 the day of the tour. Tickets can be purchased as of March 1 at cobbmastergardeners.com.
Children 17 and under are free.
- -Classic SouthSporting Event
Register for the Net Championship at Eisenhower Lakes for men, women, senior men, and super senior men.
This event is a 36-hole stroke play event with net handicap scoring. Play two rounds of golf May 18 and 19 on our Island View and Lake View courses.
Men, 54 years old and younger, will play from white tees.
The Women's Championship is open to players of all ages from the forward tees.
Senior Championship, open to players ages 55-69, play from the gold tees.
Super Senior Championship, open to players 70 and over, play from the forward tees.
Cost:
Members: $80
Authorized Patrons: $125
Civilians: $140The cost includes rounds of golf with cart, range balls, meal following the first round and prizes.
To participate, individuals must have an active USGA GHIN Membership.
For more information or to register, please call (706) 791-2433.
If you need access to Fort Eisenhower, visit https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection.
- Classic SouthSporting Event
Register for the Net Championship at Eisenhower Lakes for men, women, senior men, and super senior men.
This event is a 36-hole stroke play event with net handicap scoring. Play two rounds of golf May 18 and 19 on our Island View and Lake View courses.
Men, 54 years old and younger, will play from white tees.
The Women's Championship is open to players of all ages from the forward tees.
Senior Championship, open to players ages 55-69, play from the gold tees.
Super Senior Championship, open to players 70 and over, play from the forward tees.
Cost:
Members: $80
Authorized Patrons: $125
Civilians: $140The cost includes rounds of golf with cart, range balls, meal following the first round and prizes.
To participate, individuals must have an active USGA GHIN Membership.
For more information or to register, please call (706) 791-2433.
If you need access to Fort Eisenhower, visit https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection.