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Volume 54 Number 4Holiday Issue November/December 2014

CONTENTSMetro Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6Christmas Parades . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Garden & Nature Events . . . . . . . .7Holiday Tours of Homes . . . . . . . . .7Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Dublin St. Patrick’s Day . . . . . . . . .9Theatre Directory . . . . . . . . . .10-11The Nutcracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Holiday Events in Georgia . . . .12-19Entertainment Venues . . . . . .20-21Tree Lighting Ceremonies . . . . . . .20Long Running Holiday Events . . .22

ON THE COVER

Rock City’s Enchanted Garden ofLights, which features more than

30 holiday scenes, illuminated rock formations, and hundreds of thousandsof lights, will become a nocturnal fairy-land November 21-January 3. Nearby,the Ruby Red Christmas will be heldDec. 1-23 at Ruby Falls. (See page 12.)This issue also includes information onan array of other holiday eventsthrough out Georgia.

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METRO ATLANTASandy Springs A Center of Fun

Located in Atlanta’s dynamic metro north, Sandy Springs is in the center of fun, whethershopping, dining, or visiting one of the many metro area attractions. Surrounded by 22 miles ofthe Chattahoochee River and home to many parks, including the Abernathy Greenway Park featuring the area’s only playable art park, it’s easy to get a breath of fresh air in Sandy Springs.

Visitors enjoy the local charm of a diverse selec-tion of local eateries, and Sandy Springs is home tothe Anne Frank in the World exhibit, the longest run-ning comedy club–The Punchline, and is a jumpingspot for budding musicians at Steve’s Live Music.

With Interstates 285 and GA 400 intersecting thecity, it’s easy to get to recognized attractions in down-town Atlanta, Cobb County, and Stone Mountain; andtravelers enjoy three MARTA rail line stops within thecity. Finish a busy day with a restful night’s sleep in one of the city’s 18 hotels providing more than 2,500 rooms and 50,000 plus square feet of meet-ing space. For more information, visit www.VisitSandySprings.org or phone 866-511-7742. Forthe holidays, be sure to check out discounts offered by several Sandy Springs hotels onthe back cover of this magazine. For dining deals, check out the ad on page 2.

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Ongoing EventsOngoing – Anne Frank in the World

Exhibit, Parkside Shopping Center, Sandy Springs.770-206-1558.

Thru Apr. 1, 2015 – The Civil War in SandySprings, Heritage Museum. 404-851-9111.

Nov. 6, Dec. 4 – First Thursday Art Walk,Downtown Atlanta, 5-8pm. 404-658-1877.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – First Friday Art Walk,Roswell Historic District. 770-992-1731.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – First Friday Art Walk,Marietta Square, 5-9pm. 800-451-3480.

Nov. 7-Dec. 19 – Martinis & IMAX, Fern -bank, Fri. 6:30-11pm. 404-929-6300.

Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, 20 – Breakfast orLunch with Santa. Showing of The PolarExpress at 3:30 & 6pm. Southeastern RailwayMuseum, Duluth. 770-476-2013.

Dec. 8-19 – Governor’s Mansion Tours,391 Paces Ferry Rd. 404-261-1776.

Dec. 9, 11, 26, 28 – Christmas High Tea,Bulloch Hall, Roswell, 4pm. 770-992-1731.

November1-2 – Chastain Pk. Arts Fest. 404-237-2177.1-2 – Indian Festival & Pow-Wow, Stone

Mountain Park. 770-498-5690.6-9 – Scott Antique Market, Atlanta Expo

Center. 740-569-2800 or 404-361-2000.7 – Decatur Art Walk, Dwntn. 404-370-4100.7-8 – Mt. Zion Craft Show, Mt. Zion

Methodist Church, Marietta. 770-971-1565.7-8 – Atlanta Int’l. Military & Antique

Gun Show, Cobb Civic Center. 704-282-1339.8 – Veterans Day Parade, Downtown

Atlanta, 11:11am. 770-528-2611.8 – Cherokee Heights Arts Festival,

Marietta. 770-218-3836.8 – Starry Night Atlanta, Centennial

Olympic Park. 404-224-4412.8 – Sienafest Craft Fair, St. Catherine

Catholic Church, Kennesaw. 800-451-3480.8 – Dunwoody UMC Holiday Festival. 770-

394-0675.8-9 – Model Railroad Days, Southeastern

Railway Museum, Duluth. 770-476-2013.9 – Suwanee Classic Car Show, Town Center

Park. 678-478-6582.11 – Sandy Springs Veterans Day Celebra tion,

Morgan Falls Overlook Pk., 11am. 770-730-5600.13 – Medicine’s Role in Civil War/Dr. Marty

Moran, Heritage Sandy Springs. 404-851-9111.15 – Santa Arrives at Southeastern

Railway Museum, Duluth, 1pm. 770-476-2013.15 – Re-enactment of Sherman’s March,

Carter Center. 404-420-5100.15-16 – Elegant Elf Marketplace, Lake Forrest

Elem. School, Sandy Springs Circle. 866-511-7742.15-16 – Christmas Traditions Bazaar &

Fair; N. Ga. Live Singing Christmas Tree. OldMilton High School, Alpharetta. 678-580-5800.

Conyers

30 Minutes East of Atlanta1-800-CONYERSvisitconyersga.com

Conyers

Olde Town Christmas Party

December 5

HometownHoliday Parade

December 6

Ice Skatingat the

Pavilion(open Nov. 21

thruFeb. 8, 2015)

METRO ATLANTA

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November16 – Heritage Winter Classic: That Magic

Mancini! Performed by Cecil Welch and Friends,Heritage Sandy Springs, 4:30pm. 404-851-9111.

21 – South Arts Film Series, Christ Church &Carriage House, Hapeville, 6pm. 404-669-8269.

21 – Friday Music Remix, High Museum ofArt, 5-10pm. 404-733-4437.

22 – S.E. Indians Heritage Program, AtlantaHistory Center. 404-814-4000.

23 – Atlanta Comic Convention, MarriottCentury Center. 706-837-4976.

25 – Greater Atlanta Coin Show, MariettaHotel & Conference Center. 800-451-3480.

December3 – Roswell Holiday Concert, City Hall

Rotunda, 5:30pm. 678-823-4004.5-7 – Roswell Shopping District Holiday

Open House. 770-640-3253.6 – Heirloom Holiday Dinner (period dress),

Gardens at Great Oaks, Roswell. 770-992-1665.6 – Holiday Spectacular at Barrington Hall,

Bulloch Hall, Smith Plantation. 678-639-7500.6 – Snow on the Square, Alpharetta. 678-

297-6000.7 – Michael O’Neal Singers, Roswell UMC,

3pm. 770-594-7974.10 – Civil War Tech lecture by Mike Schaffer,

Heritage Sandy Springs, 7pm. 404-851-9111.11-14 – Scott Antique Market, Atlanta

Expo Center. 740-569-2800 or 404-361-2000.

12 – Christmas in Wartime, SmithPlantation, 5-8pm. 770-641-3978.

12-13 – Christmas in the Park, Town CenterPark, Suwanee, 5:30pm. 770-945-1524.

13 – Lisa Kelly’s Celtic Christmas, FredrickBrown Amphitheater, P’tree City. 770-631-0630.

13 – Christmas for Kids, Bulloch Hall,Roswell. 770-992-1731.

13 – Turtle Tour (ages 2-5), Heritage SandySprings Museum, 11am. 404-851-9111.

13 – Santa Night Benefit/Singing Santas, 5Seasons Brewing at Prado, Sandy Springs. 770-992-4339.

13-20 – A Christmas Carol, Bulloch Hall,Roswell. 770-992-1731.

14 – Have a Dickens of a Christmas, Y’all,Acworth. 800-451-3480.

18 – Decatur Bonfire & MarshmallowRoast, Downtown, 7-8pm. 404-370-4100.

20 – Atlanta Vocal Project (barbershop acapella), Johns Creek High School. 404-929-7464.

20 – Glory Crampton’s Christmas Concert,Buford Community Ctr., 7:30pm. 770-945-6762.

21 – Messiah Sing-Along, Roswell UMC,3pm. 770-594-7974.

22 – 1853 Minnie Bulloch/Theo dore Roose -velt Wedding, Bulloch Hall, Roswell. 770-992-1731.

27-28 – Eastman Gun Show, Miller Park,Marietta. 770-528-8875.

31 – Noon Year’s Eve with Radio Disney,Smyrna Community Center. 770-434-6600.

Scott Antique Market in AtlantaThe Scott Antique Market at the Atlanta Expo Centers, the world’s largest monthly indoor

antique show, features two buildings stocked full of pretty much every antique imaginable. With366,000 square feet to explore, and over 3,500 booths,outdoor shopping, and a courtyard of merchandise, it’salmost impossible to leave without finding exactly whatyou’re looking for, according to the show’s organizers. Allthings antique wind up at the Scott Antique Market–antique furniture, vintage hardware, rare art, stunningglassware, heirloom silver, incredible jewelry, and more.

The Scott Antique Market, described as “America’sfavorite treasure hunt,” always takes place the secondweekend of every month at the Atlanta Expo Centerswhich straddle I-285 at Exit 55. Parking is free; admissionis only $5; and a complimentary shuttle goes between both buildings. Show hours are Thursdays12:45-6pm, Fridays & Saturdays 9am-6pm, and Sundays 10am-4pm.

Upcoming shows will be Nov. 6-9, Dec. 11-14, Jan. 8-11, and Feb. 12-15. For a complete listof show dates and more information on Scott Antique Markets, call 740-569-2800 or visitwww.scottantiquemarkets.com.

METRO ATLANTAVisits from Santa to S.E. Railway Museum in DuluthSanta will arrive at the Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth on Saturday, Nov. 15, at

1pm. There will be refreshments and photos with Santa.Enjoy breakfast or lunch with Santa on Nov. 29, Dec.

6, 13, and 20. Breakfast will start at 9am, and lunch willbegin at noon. Both will include a meal, craft, a hayrideto the train platform, and a train ride with Santa. Watcha unique showing of The Polar Express in an authenticrailroad car at 3:30pm and 6pm. There will be cookiesand hot chocolate and a special gift. Each of these holiday events will be individually ticketed. Check web-site for details.

Model Railroad Days on Nov. 8-9 will feature various gauges of model railroads including theVines Garden Railway ‘G’ scale exhibit. There will also be hands-on activities, a craft table, andrefreshments; Spiced Right BBQ will also be available.

Located at 3595 Buford Hwy. in Duluth,the Museum follows a seasonal schedule;days and hours of operation are available onthe website. With ad on page 5 one freetrain ride with each paid admission. Formore information, visit www.SoutheasternRailwayMuseum.org or phone 770-476-2013.

December31 –New Year’s Eve Party, Downtown Count -

down, Hyatt Regency Atlanta. 404-577-1234.31 – Chick-fil-A Bowl Parade. 404-233-9200.31 – Peach Drop, Underground Atlanta. 404-

523-2311.31 – Lawrenceville Rings, Gwinnett Cour -

thouse, Lawrenceville, 6pm. 678-226-2639.31 – New Year’s Eve Celebration, Duluth

Town Green, 6pm-12:30am. 770-476-3434.

Upcoming EventsJan. 8-11 and Feb. 12-15 – Scott Antique

Market, Atlanta Expo Center. 740-569-2800 or404-361-2000.

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Christmas ParadesNOVEMBER22 Peachtree Corners . . .10am 404-661-679029 Stone Mountain . . . . .5pm 770-413-0607DECEMBER1 Thomasville . . . . . . .6:30pm 229-226-34462 Rome . . . . . . . . . . . .6:30pm 800-444-18344 Athens . . . . . . . . . . . . .7pm 706-613-36204 Cartersville . . . . . . . . . .6pm 800-733-22804 Fitzgerald . . . . . . . . .6:30pm 800-386-46424 LaGrange . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 706-884-86715 Cochran . . . . . . . . . . . .7pm 478-934-29655 Dalton . . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 800-331-32585 Rockmart . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 770-684-54546 Albany . . . . . . . . . . . . .5pm 229-883-83306 Atlanta (dntn) . . . .10:30am 404-785-73376 Baxley . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 912-367-77316 Blairsville . . . . . . . . . . .2pm 877-745-57896 Brunswick . . . . . . . . . .10am 912-265-40326 Byron . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1pm 478-956-24096 Clarksville . . . . . . .10:30am 800-835-25596 Clayton . . . . . . . . . . . . .5pm 706-782-15206 Cleveland . . . . . . . . . . .7pm 706-865-53566 Conyers . . . . . . . . . .4:30pm 800-conyers6 Douglas . . . . . . . . . .6:30pm 912-383-02776 Fort Valley . . . . . . . . . .5pm 478-825-37336 Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 770-228-82006 Helen . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2pm 706-878-21816 Kennesaw . . . . . . . . . . .12N 770-422-97146 Lafayette . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 706-639-15906 Loganville . . . . . . . . . .10am 770-466-11656 Manchester . . . . . . . . .11am 706-846-37416 Perry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4pm 478-988-80006 Richmond Hill . . . . . . .10am 912-756-33456 Savannah . . . . . . . . .5:30pm 912-234-02956 Thomson . . . . . . . . . . .3pm 706-597-10006 Toccoa . . . . . . . . . . . . .4pm 706-716-04906 Tybee Island . . . . . . . . .1pm 912-786-54446 Valdosta . . . . . . . . . . . .5pm 229-259-35776 Warner Robins . . . . . .10am 478-922-85856 Woodbine . . . . . . . . . .dusk 912-576-32119 Tallapoosa . . . . . . . . . . .7pm 770-574-248211 Calhoun . . . . . . . . . . . .7pm 706-625-320013 Cave Spring . . . . . . .6:30pm 800-444-183413 Madison . . . . . . . . . . . .4pm 706-342-125113 Newnan . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 770-254-2627

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Garden and Nature EventsCamellias in Bloom at Massee Lane Gardens Near Fort ValleyMassee Lane Gardens is the jewel box of Georgia, where the camellia blooming season

begins in September and new varieties blossom every day through late April. Camellias are oftencalled the winter rose because they bloom continuously incool months. February is considered peak season becausethe largest numbers bloom simultaneously.

Open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 to 4:30 andSundays from 1 to 4:30, the gardens will also be open onMondays in February. An International Garden ofExcellence and the headquarters of the American CamelliaSociety, Massee Lane features a collection of gardens andtwo galleries showcasing the largest collection of Boehmporcelains on public display in the United States.

The Festival of Camellias will kick off on February 7, 2015 with free admission, children’sactivities, vendors, and food. The festival will continue all month with workshops on gardening,the Boehm porcelain collection, and photographing and painting camellias. The festival willinclude a tea ceremony, a fashion show, and a competitive camellia show. Guided tours andboxed luncheons will be available for groups of ten or more.

Visit www.americancamellias.org to see a full schedule and driving directions. Call 877-422-6355 toll-free to schedule a tour, boxed luncheon or workshop.

OngoingNovember – Early-season Camellia sasan-

quas and japonicas in bloom at Massee Lane.Nov. 15-Jan. 3 – Garden Lights, Holiday

Nights, Atlanta Botanical Garden.Dec.-Jan. – Mid-season Camellia japonicas,

hybrids, & reticulatas in bloom at Massee Lane.

November1 – Stilesboro Academy Chrysanthemum

Show, Cartersville. 770-382-5700.6 – Medical Plants & the Civil War, Atlanta

Botanical Garden, 7pm.8 – Middle Georgia Camellia Society Show,

Byron Municipal Complex. 478-825-1337.13-14 – Southern Garden Heritage Conf er -

ence, State Botanical Garden.22 – Harvest Festival & Cane Grinding,

Oatland Island Wildlife Center.

December6 – Back to Nature Holiday Market, Chat -

ta hoochee Nature Center.6 – Christmas Wreaths, Hills & Dales Estate.6-27 – Christmas Tours, Hills & Dales Estates.7 – Holiday Open House, State Bot. Gdn.8 – Valdosta Camellia & Garden Club

Show, 1st UMC. 229-460-5922.

February1-28 – Festival of Camellias Activities daily

at Massee Lane Gardens.7 – Festival of Camellias Opening Day with

free admission to Massee Lane Gardens.28-Mar. 1 – Middle Georgia Camellia

Society Show, Massee Lane Gardens.

Garden & Nature Centers in Georgia• Atlanta Botanical Garden . . . . . . . .404-876-5859• Chattahoochee Nat. Ctr., Roswell .770-992-2055• Hills & Dales Estate, LaGrange . . .706-882-3242• Massee Lane, Fort Valley . . . . . . . . .478-967-2358• Oakland Island, Savannah . . . . . . . .912-898-3980• State Botanical Garden, Athens . . .706-542-1244

HolidayTours of HomesNOVEMBER1-2 Cassville . . . . . . . . . . . .770-606-8862DECEMBER5 Newan . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-400-23805-6 Madison . . . . . . . . . . . .706-342-96276 Hiawassee . . . . . . . . . .706-896-49666 Norcross . . . . . . . . . . . .678-427-64506 Rockmart . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-748-56576 Thomson . . . . . . . . . . .706-597-10006 Sea Island . . . . . . . . . . .912-399-11526-7 Atlanta (Vir.-High.) . . . .678-901-96836-7 Marietta . . . . . . . . . . . .770-429-11157 Richmond Hill . . . . . . . . .912-660-41137 Senoia . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-254-262712-14 Savannah . . . . . . . . . . .912-236-836213 Colquitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229-758-545014 St. Marys . . . . . . . . . . .912-882-400014 Athens . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-725-490214 Griffin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-228-8200

Sporting EventsSporting Events

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Merritt Pecan Company in WestonMerritt 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, divinity, jams, jellies, sauces, souvenirs, homemade pies and cakes, t-shirts, cookbooks, and gift baskets. The pecans are grownand harvested on their farms and processed at their plant.

The company, in business since 1980, is halfwaybetween Albany and Columbus. It has a Chevron Foodmartand offers convenience store items, BBQ sandwiches, hotwings, hot dogs, cheeseburger dogs, sausage biscuits,and other food items. The store also offers a picnic areawith tables for customers, an inside ATM, clean restrooms,

walking area for dogs, and bus and camper parking. Local produce items, ranging from peas topeaches, 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 andhas a display of John Deere toys inside and an antique tractor barn with John Deere tractorsand other antique tools. The store is open from 7am-7pm daily except for Christmas Day. Forinformation, phone 800-862-9152 or visit www.merritt-pecan.com.

HOCKEYHome Schedules

COLUMBUSCOTTONMOUTHS

Nov. 9 . . . . . . . .FAYETTEVILLENov. 21 . . . . . . .FAYETTEVILLENov. 22 . . . . . . . . . . . .PEORIANov. 25 . . . . . . .FAYETTEVILLENov. 28 . . . . . . . . .MISSISSIPPIDec. 6 . . . . . . . . .HUNTSVILLEDec. 13 . . . . . . . . .LOUISIANADec. 19 . . . . . . . . .KNOXVILLE

706-571-0086http://cottonmouths.pointstreaksites.com

GWINNETT GLADIATORSNov. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . .TOLEDONov. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . .TOLEDONov. 8 . . . . . . . . . . . .FLORIDANov. 16 . . . . . . . . . . .FLORIDANov. 25 . .SOUTH CAROLINANov. 27 . .SOUTH CAROLINADec. 13 . . . . . . . .CINCINNATIDec. 14 . .SOUTH CAROLINADec. 21 . . . . . . . . .ORLANDODec. 29 . . . . . . . . .WHEELINGDec. 30 . . . . . . . . . . .FLORIDA

770-497-5100www.gwinnettgladiators.com

Festival of Lights ParadeDECEMBER 6 • 6:30PM •DOUGLAS

• One of the largest night-time parades in Southeast Georgia• Featuring over 100 entries• Over 15,000 spectators

912-383-0277www.cityofdouglas.com/Parade

FOOTBALLHome Schedules

ATLANTA FALCONSNov. 23 . . . . . . . . . .BROWNSNov. 30 . . . . . . . .CARDINALSDec. 14 . . . . . . . . . . .STEELERSDec. 28 . . . . . . . . .PANTHERS

404-223-8444www.atlantafalcons.com

GEORGIA BULLDOGSNov. 15 . . . . . . . . . .AUBURNNov. 22 . . .CHARLESTON SO.Nov. 29 . . . . .GEORGIA TECH

877-542-1231www.georgiadogs.com

GA TECH YELLOWJACKETSNov. 1 . . . . . . . . . . .VIRGINIANov. 15 . . . . . . . . . .CLEMSON888-TECH-TIX, 404-894-5447ramblinwreck.cstv.com

FOOTBALL EVENTSGeorgia Dome404-223-9200

Dec. 6 . . . .SEC ChampionshipDec. 12-13 . . . . .Georgia High

School AssociationDec. 31 . . . . .Chick-fil-A Bowl

BASKETBALLHome Schedule

ATLANTA HAWKSNov. 1 . . . . . . . . . . .INDIANANov. 8 . . . . . . . . . .NY KNICKSNov. 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . .UTAHNov. 18 . . . . . . . .L.A. LAKERSNov. 21 . . . . . . . . . . .PISTONSNov. 26 . . . . . . . . .TORONTONov. 28 . . . . .NEW ORLEANSNov. 29 . . . . . . . .CHARLOTTEDec. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . .BOSTONDec. 7 . . . . . . . . . . . .DENVERDec. 10 . . . . . .PHILADELPHIADec. 12 . . . . . . . . .ORLANDODec. 15 . . . . . . . . . .CHICAGODec. 23 . . . . . . .L.A. CLIPPERSDec. 26 . . . . . . . .MILWAUKEEDec. 30 . . . . . . . .CLEVELAND

404-249-6400www.nba.com/hawks

ICE SKATINGNov. 21-Feb. 8 . . .Olde Town

Pavilion, Conyers800-conyers

Nov. 22-Feb. 28 . . .Avalon on Ice, Alpharetta404-965-9065

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For unto usa child is born,unto us a sonis given.–Isaiah 9:6a “guidetoga”

St. Patrick’s Festival in Dublin in MarchEverything is turning green in Dublin! The Order of Shillelagh and the Order of the Blarney

Stone are excited to present the 50th Annual Dublin Laurens St. Patrick’s Festival March 1-31,2015. With almost 50 different events, this month-long,family-friendly festival will have something for everyone.

The first full weekend of March will feature a barbecuecook-off at the Market on Madison in Downtown Dublinon Friday and Saturday (6th & 7th). Dine in the Pines andBalloon Fest will be held at Southern Pines Park onSaturday, March 7. Dine in the Pines is a new addition,showcasing local food vendors and entertainment, all tobe enjoyed while watching the hot air balloons of BalloonFest. Visitors will also enjoy Super Saturday, March 21,2015, featuring the Leprechaun Road Races, St. Patrick’sParade, St. Patrick’s Arts and Crafts Fair (newly located in the Downtown Bi-Centennial Park),and much more. Local favorites scheduled during March will include pageants, Leprechaun contests, a pancake supper, and a library book sale.

For more festival information, visit www.dublinstpatricks.com or phone 478-272-5546.Located on I-16E in middle Georgia, Dublin is a quick drive from most locations around the state.Lodging includes hotels, motels, and bed & breakfast inns. Dining options include locally ownedand nationally known restaurants.

P Theatre directory PP Theatre DIRECTORY PACT ONE THEATERAlpharetta, 770-663-8989, www.act1theater.com

Nov. 28-Dec. 21 Dad’s Christmas Miracle

ACT 3 PRODUCTIONSSandy Springs, 770-241-1905, www.act3productions.org

Nov. 7-23 Side Show

ACTOR’S EXPRESSAtlanta, 404-607-show, www.actors-express.com

Nov. 6-Dec. 7 Murder BalladDec. 12-21 Libby’s at the Express

AGATHA’SAtlanta, 404-584-2211, www.agathas.com

Nov. 6-Jan. 7 It’s a Breaking Bad Holiday

ART STATIONStone Mountain, 770-469-1105, www.artstation.org

Dec. 4-21 A Christmas Survival Guide

ATHENS COMMUNITY THEATER706-548-3854, www.townandgownplayers.org

Dec. 5-14 Inspecting Carol

ATLANTA OPERAAtlanta, 404-881-8801, www.atlantaopera.org

Nov. 8,11,14,16 Madama Butterfly

ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA404-733-4900, www.atlantasymphony.org

Dec. 4-5 Handel’s MessiahDec. 7 ASO Kids ChristmasDec. 8 Diana KrallDec. 9 Medeski, Scofield, Martin, WoodDec. 11, 13 Christmas with ASODec. 18-20 Merry Holiday

AUGUSTA PLAYERS706-826-4704, www.augustaplayers.org

Dec. 13-14 A Christmas Carol

AURORA THEATRELawrenceville, 678-226-6222, www.auroratheatre.com

Nov. 20-Dec. 21 Christmas CanteenDec. 13 Twas the Night Before Christmas

BACK LOT PLAYERSForsyth, 478-994-0443, www.thebacklotplayers.org

Dec. 5-14 Farndale Ave. Christmas Carol

BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY THEATER706-632-9223, www.blueridgecommunitytheater.com

Nov. 28-Dec. 14 Miracle on 34th Street

CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTSAtlanta, 404-873-3391, www.puppet.org

Thru Nov. 9 Headless Horseman of Silly HollowNov. 13-Dec. 28 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

DALTON LITTLE THEATRE706-226-6618, www.daltonlittletheatre.com

Nov. 28-Dec. 13 You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown& A Charlie Brown Christmas

ELBERT THEATREElberton, 706-283-1049, www.elberttheatre.org

Dec. 5-14 Harvey

FORT GORDON DINNER THEATRE706-793-8552, www.fortgordon.com

Nov. 14-Dec. 6 The Perfect Wedding

GAINESVILLE THEATRE ALLIANCE678-717-3624, www.gainesvilletheatrealliance.org

Nov. 4-15 Oklahoma!

GEORGIA ENSEMBLE THEATRERoswell, 770-641-1260, www.get.org

Thru Nov. 16 The Elephant Man

HABERSHAM COMMUNITY THEATERClarkesville, 706-839-1315, www.habershamtheater.org

Dec. 5-14 A Christmas Carol

HENRY PLAYERSMcDonough, 770-914-1474, www.henryplayers.com

Nov. 13-23 A Nice Family Gathering

HISTORIC HOLLY THEATERDahlonega, 706-864-3759, www.hollytheater.com

Dec. 5-21 White Christmas

LEGACY THEATRETyrone, 770-306-3343, www.thelegacytheatre.org

Nov. 21-Dec. 14 Nuncrackers!

MACON LITTLE THEATRE478-471-play, www.maconlittletheatre.org

Dec. 5-14 Shrek, the Musical

MAIN STREET PLAYERSGriffin, 770-229-9916, www.mainstreetplayers.org

Dec. 4-14 Dashing Through the Snow

MARIETTA PLAYERS678-224-8095, www.mariettaplayers.com

Nov. 7-23 Diary of Anne FrankDec. 5-21 The Christmas Carol

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Atlanta BalletDec. 11-28. . . . . . Atlanta (Fox) 404-873-5811

Atlanta Festival BalletDec. 4-6 . . . . Jonesboro Arts Ctr. 770-507-2775Dec. 13-15 McDonough Arts Ctr. 770-507-2775

Ballethnic Dance Company (Urban Ballet)Nov. 20-23 . . . . Ferst, Atlanta 404-894-9600

Columbia County BalletDec. 5 . . . . . Imperial, Augusta 800-351-7469

Columbus BalletDec. 13-14. . . . . . . Rivercenter 706-256-3612

Dance AugustaNov. 28-30 . . . Imperial Theatre 706-722-8341

Dance Theatre of DaltonDec. 12-20 . . . . . . High School 706-529-5664

Gainesville Ballet CompanyDec. 5-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . Brenau 770-532-4241

Georgia Ballet MariettaDec. 5-7 . . . . . . . . . Civic Center 770-528-0881

Georgia Metropolitan Dance TheatreNov. 28-30 . . . Cobb Civic Ctr. 770-426-0007

Griffin Ballet TheatreNov. 28-30 . . . . . . Griffin Aud. 770-228-1306

Gwinnett Ballet TheatreDec. 5-21 . . Gwin. Ctr., Duluth 800-224-6422

Lafayette Ballet Troup Arts CenterDec. 5-7. . . . . . . . . . . LaGrange 706-882-9909

Middle Georgia Ballet MaconDec. 10-14 . . . . . Opera House 478-301-5460

Northeast Georgia Ballet DuluthNov. 28-30 . . . . . . . Gwin. Ctr. 770-921-7277

Roswell Dance TheatreNov. 28-Dec. 7 . . . . . . Roswell 770-998-0259

Savannah Dance TheatreNov. 29 . . . . . . . . Civic Center 800-351-7469

South Georgia Ballet ThomasvilleNov. 29-30 . . . . . . Auditorium 229-228-9420

State Ballet Theatre of Russia AthensDec. 20-21 . . . . Classic Center 800-224-6422

“The Nutcracker”

MILLEDGEVILLE PLAYERS478-314-4054, www.milledgevilleplayers.org

Nov. 13-23 Sanders Family Christmas

MORTON THEATREAthens, 706-613-3771, www.mortontheatre.com

Nov. 6-8 Rogers & Hammerstein’s CinderellaDec. 2-3 Grace Presented by DancefxDec. 3 T’was the Night Before Christmas

NEW AMERICAN SHAKESPEARE TAVERNAtlanta, 404-874-5299, www.shakespearetavern.com

Nov. 7-30 Twelfth NightDec. 4-23 A Christmas Carol

NEW DEPOT PLAYERSConyers, 678-374-3224, www.thenewdepotplayers.com

Dec. 12-14 Best Christmas Pageant Ever

NEWNAN THEATER COMPANY770-683-6282, www.newnantheatre.org

Nov. 13-23 Prelude to a Kiss

PERRY PLAYERS478-987-5354, www.perryplayers.org

Nov. 13-23 Oliver!

SAVANNAH THEATRE912-233-7764, www.savannahtheatre.com

Thru Nov. 22 Jukebox!Thru Nov. 21, Dec. 27-31 Savannah LiveNov. 27-Dec. 26 Christmas Tradition

SPRINGER OPERA HOUSE Columbus706-324-5714, www.springeroperahouse.org

Dec. 4-21 Mary PoppinsDec. 11-23 A Tuna Christmas

ST. MARYS LITTLE THEATRE912-729-1103, www.stmaryslittletheatre.com

Dec. 12-14 A Christmas Carol

SWAMP GRAVYColquitt, 800-514-3849, www.swampgravy.com

Nov. 8 Cirque Du CMACDec. 4-7 A Merrier May-Haw Christmas

SYNCHRONICITY THEATREAtlanta, 404-484-8636, www.synchrotheatre.com

Nov. 28-Dec. 28 Lyle the Crocodile

TALES FROM THE ALTAMAHA Lyons912-526-6445, www.talesfromthealtamaha.com

April 9-18 Tales from the Altamaha 2015

THEATRE ALBANY229-439-7193, www.theatrealbany.com

Dec. 5-14 Haul Out the Holly

THEATRE GUILD VALDOSTA229-247-8243, www.theatreguildvaldosta.com

Dec. 4-13 A Tuna Christmas

THEATRE MACON478-746-9485, www.theatremacon.com

Dec. 5-14 Rogers & Hammerstein’s CinderellaDec. 18-21 A Christmas Cabaret

THEATRICAL OUTFITAtlanta, 678-528-1500, www.theatricaloutfit.org

Dec. 4-21 The Gifts of the MagiDec. 22-23 A Christmas Memory/Tom Key

WARNER ROBINS LITTLE THEATRE478-929-4579, www.wrlt.org

Nov. 7-22 Almost, Maine

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P Theatre directory PP Theatre DIRECTORY PTales from the Altamaha 2015

Listen… can you hear it? The rustle of the wind in the trees, birds chirping in flight, and thewaters of the Altamaha? It’s calling, and once again you will have the opportunity to be trans-ported back to a time when Southern traditions were just being forged. This award-winningGeorgia folk-like play is drawn from the writings of Colonel T. Ross Sharpe, a local attorney bornand raised on the Altamaha River, who wrote a series ofessays in the local newspaper during the 1950’s and 60’sabout the settlers of the area around the river. Since 2005,Tales from the Altamaha has entertained audiences fromall over the Southeast with a different selection of ColonelRoss’ stories inter woven with bluegrass music performedby the River Rat Review Band.

Tales from the Altamaha takes the stage for its 11thannual production April 9-18, 2015. A project of Lyons Main Street, Tales from the Altamahacontinues to be a cultural celebration steeped in the Southern traditions unique to rural SouthGeorgia. Make plans now to embark on the ride of a lifetime as you experience the lives, loves,losses, scandals, and just plain ol’ gossip that are Tales from the Altamaha. Tickets go on salein January 2015 and range in price from $10-$20. Discounts are available for groups of 20 ormore. Call 912-526-6445 or go to www.talesfromthealtamaha.com for more information.

20 miles from I-75Exit 82

www.fitzgeraldga.org1-800-386-4642

ChristmasParadeThrough

Downtown Historic Fitzgerald

December 46:30 p.m.

Downtown Merchants will be open late

Christmas in Fitzgerald

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Georgia Holidays are the Best!Georgia Holidays are the Best!

Monthly Events in GeorgiaThru Nov. 15 – WASHINGTON COUNTY

– Notes 150th Anniv. of Civil War. 478-552-3288.Nov. 1, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 22, 29, Dec. 5, 6,

9, 11, 13, 15, 19, 20 – CORDELE – SAMShortline Excursion Train. 877-ga-rails.

Nov. 1-16 – HELEN – Saturday EveningConcerts, Unicoi St. Pk., 8pm. Visiting ArtistSeries, Unicoi St. Pk., Sat. & Sun. 706-878-2201.

Nov. 1-Dec. 31 – BLAIRSVILLE – Misty Mt. RRTours, Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat., 2pm. 706-745-9819.

Nov. 1-15 – TALLULAH FALLS – Bluegrasson the Square, Sat., 7pm. 706-782-4812.

Nov. 1, 15, Dec. 6, 20 – NEWNAN – Pickin’on the Square, 11am. 770-253-8287.

Nov. 1-Dec. 27 – WOODBINE – Opry, Fri. &Sat., 7-10pm. 912-576-3027.

Nov. 2-Dec. 31 – BLUE RIDGE – ScenicRailway. 877-413-8724.

Nov. 4, 18, Dec. 2 – AUGUSTA – MusicLive, St. Paul’s Church, 12N. 706-722-3463.

Nov. 6, Dec. 4 – SUMMERVILLE – FirstThursday, 5-8pm. 800-726-0243.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – AUGUSTA – First Friday,Downtown, 5-9pm. 706-826-4702.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – BRUNSWICK – First Friday,Downtown, 5-8pm. 912-265-4032.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – CARTERSVILLE – 1stFriday, Downtown, 5-8pm. 770-607-3480.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – MADISON – First Friday, 6-8pm. 706-342-1251.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – NEWNAN – First Friday,Downtown, 5pm. 770-253-8283.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – SAVANNAH – 1st Friday forFolk Music, 1st Presbyterian, 7:30pm. 877-savannah.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – SAVANNAH – First FridayFireworks, River Street. 912-234-0295.

Nov. 7, Dec. 5 – THOMASVILLE – FirstFriday, Downtown, 6-9pm. 229-227-5467.

Nov. 7, Oct. 5 – VALDOSTA – 1st Friday,Downtown, 6:30-9:30pm. 229-259-3577.

Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of LightsCelebrating its 20th anniversary this season, Rock

City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights is a holiday traditionwhere you can see hundreds of thousands of lights andover 30 holiday scenes at this favorite light extravagan-za! This year, meet Jack Frost and the Ice Queen, andwalk through a forest of lighted trees that dance tomusic. Also enjoy gingerbread cookie decorating, hotcocoa, and nightly entertainment. The Garden of Lightsis open nightly November 21-January 3 from 6-9pm(closed Christmas Eve). Dinner with Santa also returnsDecember 6, 7, 15 and 16. For more information, visitwww.seerockcity.com/lights.

Just six miles from downtown Chatta nooga, Tennessee, Rock City is an enchanted 4,100 footwalking trail showcasing lush gardens and soaring rock formations. It is open daily from 8:30am-4pm. For more information, visit www.seerockcity.com or phone 706-820-2531 or 800-854-0675.

Ruby Red Christmas at Ruby FallsEnjoy a brand new Christmas event at Ruby Falls in Chattanooga – Ruby Falls Christmas

Underground! Visit the Ruby Falls gem mines and discover Joystone, a rare gemstone that helpsspread the spirit of Christmas. An adventure tosee Santa leads to an ice cave where you willwatch miners and elves play, catch a view ofthe Northern Lights, and journey through theSugar Plum Fairy Village. Help Santa and hisminers search for Joystone, and experiencethe celebration of this special holiday in abrand new way. Also, the much-loved carriagerides return.

Ruby Falls Christmas Underground will beheld daily December 1-23, Monday-Friday 3-9pm and Saturday-Sunday 12-9pm. Go towww.rubyfalls.com/christmas for more info. Ruby Falls is America’s deepest commercial caveand largest underground waterfall open to the public. Enjoy a guided tour through the fascinat-ing cavern with its unique rock formations. Ruby Falls is open daily except Christmas Day, from8am-8pm. Visit www.rubyfalls.com or call 423-821-2544.

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Georgia Holidays are the Best!Georgia Holidays are the Best!

Monthly Events in GeorgiaNov. 7-8, Dec. 5-6 – CALHOUN – BBQ

Cookoffs, Calhoun KOA. 800-562-7512.Nov. 9, Dec. 14 – HELEN – Painting & Tasting,

Yonah Mt. Vineyards, 2-4pm. 678-928-1100.Nov. 13, Dec. 11 – ELLIJAY – Cherry Log

Pickin,’ Gilmer Senior Center. 706-635-3786.Nov. 21, Oct. 19 – VALDOSTA – Art After

Dark, Downtown, 6:30-9:30pm. 229-259-3577.Nov. 22, Dec. 27 – BLUE RIDGE – 3

Monkeys Antique Auction, 5pm. 706-632-6111.Nov. 29, Dec. 27 – CONYERS – Last Laughs

Sat., Rockdale Auditorium, 8pm. 678-487-7672.Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13 – ST. MARYS – Railroad

Company Train Excursions. 912-729-1103.Dec. 5-7, 12-14 – KINGSLAND – Live

Nativity Experience. 800-433-0225.

November1 – LUMPKIN – Fall Harvest Festival,

Westville Village. 888-733-1850.1 – MANCHESTER – Veterans Day Parade,

11am. 706-846-3141.1-2 – SOPERTON – Million Pines Arts &

Crafts Festival, Iva Park. 912-529-6611.1-2 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Antique Show,

Postell Park. 912-267-7822.1-2 – TOCCOA – Harvest Festival, dwntn.

877-6toccoa. Currahee Artists’ Guild Fall Arts &Crafts Competition, Downtown. 706-886-3728.

1-8 – CASSVILLE – 150th Anniversary of Burn -ing of Cassville, various events. 770-606-8862.

2 – DEMOREST – John King Concert,Piedmont College, 6:30pm. 800-835-2559.

4 – MADISON – Chili Cook-Off, Town Park.800-704-7406.

Elegant Elf Marketplace in Sandy SpringsFill your gift list at the 2014 Elegant Elf Marketplace! It’s one of the most anticipated holiday

gift markets and is conveniently located in Sandy Springs, Ga. – in the center of your holiday fun.The fourth Annual Elegant Elf Marketplace, produced bythe Sandy Springs Society, will feature 70 plus local andnational vendors and artists offering unique and beautifulitems, crafts, children’s goods, and more. The event willtake place Nov. 15-16 at Lake Forrest Elementary Schoolon Sandy Springs Circle. Proceeds from the event supporteducation, the arts, environment, and Heritage preserva-tion within Sandy Springs.

Planning a trip into the New Year? Sandy Springs ishome to many events including the Sandy SpringsFarmer’s Market, from April-October; Concerts by theSprings from June-August; and the Sandy Springs Festival, the city’s largest outdoor festivalheld each September. Whether an organized gathering or a leisurely stroll through one of thecity’s many parks, there is always something fun to do in Sandy Springs. For information, visitwww.VisitSandySprings.org or phone 866-511-7742.

National Civil War Naval Museum in ColumbusA Victorian Christmas will be held December 6 & 7 at the National Civil War Naval Museum

which will be decorated in traditional Victorian holiday style with circa 1863 decorations andtrees. The event takes place during regular operating hours and is freeadmission. The program will feature carolers, Victorian Era entertain-ment/music, hospitality from local bakeries/coffee shops, and shopping.The museum will be open for guests to tour. Civil War Era Santa will beback again this year to listen to children’s want lists. Photos with Santawill be available.

Santa, as we know him, first appeared at an army camp to pass outpresents to soldiers. Prominent political cartoonist Thomas Nash’s 1863image depicted a jolly, plump, bearded man delivering gifts to Uniontroops at their encampment, wearing a fur-trimmed suit of patriotic starsand stripes.

Enjoy unique shopping in the museum store and explore naval operations for the North and South through displays of uniforms, artillery,

firearms, personal effects, flags, murals, a timeline exhibit, ships and ship replicas. Open Sun.-Mon. 12:30-4:30pm and Tues.-Sat. 10am-4:30pm. Located at 1002 Victory Drive,Columbus. For more information, phone 706-327-9798 or visit www.portcolumbus.org.

Blue Ridge Scenic RailwayThis 26-mile round trip from Blue Ridge to McCaysville

offers spectacular views of scenic valleys, forests, rollinghills, and the beautiful Toccoa River. The train includes climate-controlled vintage coach cars and a concessioncar with snack and souvenirs. The ticket office is in the100 year old depot in Blue Ridge.

Travel the one-hour Santa Express from Nov. 7-Dec. 4,departing at various times during the day. Hear aChristmas story, sing carols, and visit with Christmascharacters and with Santa as he walks through each train car posing with the kids for photos.Each passenger will receive the traditional BRSR Christmas memento, BRSR Christmas activitybook, and candy cane.

Night Trains to Santa’s Pavilion on various dates from Nov. 7-Dec. 24 will depart from BlueRidge at 4pm for the one hour train ride to McCaysville/Copperhill. Santa with his Christmascharacters will give each child a BRSR Christmas memento, Christmas activity book, and candycane. Santa will pose for pictures on the train or in the Christmas Pavilion. During the two hourlayover visitors can dine or shop or visit Santa at his workshop. The train will return to Blue Ridgeat 8pm. Seats are limited; and advance reservations are required. For information, call 877-413-8724 or 706-632-8724 or visit www.brscenic.com or e-mail info@brscenic.com.

November7 – ROME – Wine & Jazz Festival, Russell

Field Road. 706-291-7967.7-8 – CUMMING – Antique Tractor & Engine

Show, Fairgrounds. 770-781-3491.7-8 – SAVANNAH – Harvest Festival, River

Street. 877-savannah.7-9 – FITZGERALD – Harmony Jubilee, Paulk

Park. 800-386-4642.7-9 –HELEN – Winter Arts Tour. 706-878-1908.7-10 – TYBEE ISLAND – Arts Association

Show & Sale. 877-savannah.8 – BRUNSWICK – Clam Jam, Pine Marsh

Farm. 912-437-8164.8 – CONYERS – North Ga. Live Steamers Public

Train Rides, Ga. Int’l. Horse Park. 770-483-4411.8 –DOUGLAS– Happy Pappy’s Car/Truck/Motor -

cycle Show, behind Burger King. 912-850-1177.

8 – JASPER – Taste of Pickens, ChattahoocheeTechnical College, 11am-2:30pm. 706-692-1164.

8 – OCHLOCKNEE – Old South Festival.229-574-5151.

8 – RICHMOND HILL – Paws in the Park FallFestival, Henderson Park. 912-220-2976.

8 – THE ROCK – Great Outdoor Adventure,Rock Ranch. 706-647-6374.

8 – THOMASVILLE – Night of Bluegrass/Junior Sisk/Ramblers’ Choice, Aud. 229-228-7977.

8 – THOMSON – Queen of Angels CatholicChurch Fall Festival. 706-595-2913.

8-9 – HELEN – Civil War Expo & Re-enact-ment, Riverside Park. 706-878-1908.

9 – ALBANY – Albany Symphony Orchestra,Museum of Art, 4pm. 229-430-8933.

9 – WARNER ROBINS – Georgia Big BandConcert, 1st UMC, 3pm. 478-923-3737.

10-16 – SAVANNAH – Food and WineFestival. 912-232-1223.

11 – CONYERS – Veterans Day Ceremony,Walk of Heroes Memorial, 11am. 770-602-2606.

11 – RICHMOND HILL – Veterans DayCommemoration, 11am. 912-756-3345.

11 – ST. MARYS – Holiday Open House. 912-882-4000.

13 – AUGUSTA – Holiday Open House,Sacred Heart Cultural Center. 706-826-4700.

13 – PT. WENTWORTH – Oyster Roast/BBQ/Music Festival, Lions Park, 6-9pm. 912-965-1999.

13 – ST. MARYS – Taste of Camden, KingsBay Shopping Village, 4-8pm. 912-729-5840.

13 – TOCCOA – Malpass Brothers Concert,Shaefer Center, 7pm. 706-297-7121.

13,20 – TYBEE ISLAND – Concerts, PierPavilion, 5:30pm. 912-786-5444.

14 – NEWNAN – Christmas on Main Street,5-9pm. 770-254-2627.

14-16 – SAVANNAH – Telfair Art Fair,Downtown. 912-790-8800.

14-16 – TYBEE ISLAND – Tybee SalutesHeroes. 912-786-5444.

15 – DOUGLAS – Pioneer Harvest Festival,General Coffee State Park. 912-384-1581.

Festival of Trees&

Mistletoe MarketNOVEMBER 3 –DECEMBER 7MON. 10AM-6PM

TUES.-THURS. 10AM-4PMFRI. & SAT. 10AM-2PM

212 S. Wall St.CALHOUN, Ga.

30701

Free Admission

706-629-2599WWW.HARRISARTSCENTER.COM

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Annual Festival of Lights Parade in DouglasThe Annual Festival of Lights Parade will be held in Douglas on Saturday, December 6, at

6:30pm. The theme for this year’s parade will be ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. One of thelargest night-time parades in South Georgia, this eventwill feature over 100 entries and will be watched by over15,000 spectators. This annual Festival of Lights Paradewill light up Peterson Avenue at 6:30pm and make itsway from the Coffee County Courthouse to the CoffeeCareer Center.

Douglas will also host other events during theHoliday Season beginning with the Coffee Alliance forthe Arts presentation of The Littlest Angel at the MartinCentre on Nov. 23 at 4pm. Christmas on the Pond will

be held at General Coffee State Park on Dec. 13 from 6-9pm, and there will be a live nativityscene at First Presbyterian Church on Dec. 24.

For more information, call 912-383-0277 or visit www.CityofDouglas.com.

A Hometown Holiday in ConyersThere’s no place like home for a Hometown Holiday like Conyers, Georgia. The holiday

season in Conyers begins with the opening of the Olde Town Conyers Pavilion Ice Skating Rinkat 949 South Main Street on Nov. 21. The rink will be openthrough February 8, 2015. Hours of operation vary, so call theConyers Welcome Center at 1-800-CONYERS or visitwww.icedays.com for a schedule.

The Olde Town Christmas Party on Friday, Dec. 5, from 5-8pm will feature complimentary carriage rides, shopping anddining opportunities, visits with Santa, a Home Depot kidsworkshop and a Secret Santa Shop for kids in the ConyersWelcome Center. Other events will include the Covington-Conyers Choral Guild Concert on Dec. 5 at 8pm at theRockdale Auditorium; the Hometown Holiday Parade onSaturday, Dec. 6, at 4:30pm and the Tree Lighting later that day

at 6pm, and the Atlanta Boy Choir Concert on Dec. 13 at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit.For information on these events and on Conyers, which is located only 25 miles east of

Atlanta, visit www.visitconyersga.com or call 1-800-CONYERS.

November15 – JASPER – Holiday Market Place & Expo,

Chattahoochee Technical College. 706-692-1164.15 – PLAINS – Veterans Day Car, Truck,

Motorcycle Show. 229-824-5373.15 – THE ROCK – Farm Heritage Day, Rock

Ranch. 706-647-6374.16 – JASPER – Kennesaw St. Univ. Trumpet

Choir, Episcopal Church, 3:30pm. 706-692-1164.20 – THOMASVILLE – Cantus Ensemble and

Theatre Latte Da actors, 1st Baptist. 229-226-7404.21 – AUGUSTA – Harlem Quartet, Maxwell

Theatre, 7:30pm. 706-290-9274.21-22 – CUMMING – National BBQ Cup,

Fairgrounds. 770-781-3491.21-23 – CALHOUN – Community Chorus/

Beatles & Reindeer, Harris Arts Ctr. 706-629-2599.21-23 – SAVANNAH – Christmas Made in

the South, Int’l. Convention Ctr. 877-savannah.21-23 – ST. SIMONS ISLAND – Mistletoe

Market, Postell Paik. 912-267-7822.21-23 – WARM SPRING – Candlelight Tour,

Downtown Village. 800-FDR-1927.21-27 – CALHOUN – Farm City Week

Festival. 800-887-3811.22 – BLAIRSVILLE – Mountain Holiday

Festival, Civic Center. 706-994-9711.

22 – FOLKSTON – Okefenokee Pioneer Day,Chesser Island Homestead. 912-496-7836.

22 – PLAINS – Cane Syrup Day, Jimmy CarterNational Historic Site. 229-824-4104.

December5 & 6

Day and Candlelight Tours706-342-9627

madisonheritagehall@yahoo.comwww.friendsofheritagehall.org

Madison,Georgia

HERITAGE HALL, TOUR HEADQUARTERS, 277 SOUTH MAIN ST.

2014 HISTORICAL SOCIETY BIENNIAL

CHRISTMAS TOURPRIVATE HISTORIC HOMES

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Christmas Tour of Homes in MadisonThe Morgan County Historical Society will present its biennial

Christmas Tour of Homes in Madison on Friday, Dec. 5, and Saturday,Dec. 6. The tour will showcase an intimate view of Madison’s past, apast filled with excellent examples of Greek Revival, Victorian, andCraftsman architecture. Stroll tree-lined streets in this enchanting ante-bellum town to see the homes beautifully decorated for the holidays.

Day tours are scheduled from 10am-4pm with candlelight toursfrom 5-9pm. Tickets are $25 before Nov. 29 and $30 the days of thetours. There are special rates for groups of 10 or more and specialcombo ticket rates. Visa and MasterCard will be accepted.

Madison offers charming restaurants, shops, and accommodationsand is located an hour east of Atlanta and thirty minutes south of Athens. Ample parking is free.

For more information, contact Heritage Hall-Tour Headquarters, 277 South Main Street,Madison; or visit www.friendsofheritagehall.org; or e-mail madisonheritagehall@yahoo.com; orphone 706-342-9627.

Fitzgerald and the Blue & Gray MuseumThe Fitzgerald Harmony Jubilee will be held Nov. 7-9 at Paulk Park. There will be a hot air

balloon glow on Friday night, tethered and untethered balloonrides on Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting), live bands,an artisan market, and food.

The annual Christmas Parade in Fitzgerald will be heldThursday, December 4, at 6:30pm through Historic Down townFitzgerald. After enjoying the parade, visit the downtown merchants as they will be open late during this event.

Fitzgerald history is revealed on every corner with blue andgray sidewalks and streets named for Yank and Reb Generals,Georgia rivers, and native trees. Yanks and Rebs rest side byside in the Evergreen Cemetery. The Blue & Gray Museumtells, through a documentary and more than 1200 artifacts, the story of Fitzgerald and its CivilWar roots. Visit the Fire Engine Museum, tour historic homes and buildings, and delight in home-cooked foods. For information, visit www.fitzgeraldga.org or phone 800-386-4642.

November22 – ROCKMART – Christmas Bazaar,

History Museum, 10am-2pm. 770-748-5657.22-23 – BLAIRSVILLE – Mistletoe Market,

Sugarplum Tea Room, N. Ga. Tech. 706-896-0932.

22-23 – ROCKMART – Festival of Trees.770-748-5657.

22-23 – THOMASVILLE – Plantation Wild -life Arts Festival, Ctr. for the Arts. 229-226-0588.

22-30 –WARNER ROBINS – Planes & TrainsExhibit, Museum of Aviation. 478-926-6870.

23 – DOUGLAS – Holiday Open House,Downtown, 1-5pm. 912-384-5161. The LittlestAngel, Martin Centre, 4pm. 912-383-0277.

23 – SAVANNAH – Philharmonic Orchestra,Luth eran Church of Ascension, 5pm. 912-525-5050.

28-29 – CLAYTON – Festival of Trees &Holiday Shopping, Civic Center. 706-212-2149.

28-30 – HELEN – Live Nativity, NorthGeorgia Zoo. 706-348-7279.

29 – SAVANNAH – Holiday Boat Parade ofLights, Savannah River. 877-savannah.

December1 – LUMPKIN – Deck the Halls, Westville

Village. 888-733-1850.3 – BLAIRSVILLE – Christmas Concert, Old

Courthouse, 7pm. 706-745-5493.3 – DOUGLAS – Mayors’ Motorcade/Chili

Cook-Off. 912-389-3401.4 – FITZGERALD – Christmas Parade,

Downtown, 6:30m. 800-386-4642.5 – CONYERS – Olde Town Christmas Party,

5-8pm. 770-602-2606. Covington-Conyers ChoralGuild Concert, Rockdale Aud., 8pm. 770-483-4411.

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Christmas in BlairsvilleThe 14th Annual Mistletoe Market & Sugarplum Tea Room,

sponsored by the Mountain Regional Arts & Crafts Guild, will beheld at the North Georgia Technical College in Blairsville on Nov.22-23. Hours will be Saturday from 9am-5pm and Sunday from11am-4pm. The Mistletoe Market will feature handmade arts andcrafts, and the Sugarplum Tea Room will serve delicious home-made soups, sandwiches, and goodies.

The first weekend in December will kick off the Christmas hol-iday spirit with a plethora of celebrations. The Kris KringleMountain Market, reminiscent of the European Outdoor HolidayMarket, will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Union County Farmers

Market. There will be more than 80 vendors with great gift options, a bonfire, free s’mores, livemusic, caroling, and a visit from Old St. Nick himself! The Christmas Parade will begin at 2pm,and there will be old-fashioned caroling on the Square from 6-8pm.

The Blairsville area also has great restaurants, cozy cabins, and many outdoor attractionsincluding beautiful Lake Nottely, Vogel State Park, hiking trails, and waterfalls. For information,visit the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce at www.VisitBlairsvilleGa.com, phone706-745-5789, or stop by the Welcome Center at 129 Union County Recreation Road.

December5 – MACON – Holiday Marketplace, The Neel

House. 478-742-0921.5 – SAVANNAH – Holiday Open House, City

Market, 6-9pm. 912-232-4903.5-6 – MADISON – Christmas Tour of Homes.

706-342-9627.5-6 – DEMOREST – Service of Lessons &

Carols, Piedmont College, 7:30pm. 706-778-8500.5-6 – SAVANNAH – Christmas on the River

& Lighted Parade. 912-234-0295.5-6 – TOCCOA – Festival of Trees, Court -

house. 706-282-3309.5-7 – WATKINSVILLE – OCAF Holiday

Market. 706-769-4565.5-8 – TYBEE ISLAND – Christmas Art Show

& Sale, Arts Building. 912-786-5444.6 – BLAIRSVILLE – Kris Kringle Mountain

Market, Farmers Market. 877-745-5789.6 – BLUE RIDGE – Christmas Bazaar, New

Hope Plantation. 706-632-8245.6 – BRUNSWICK – Holiday Bazaar, Mary

Ross Waterfront Park. 912-262-6665.6 – CLEVELAND – Christmas in the Moun -

tains Festival, Downtown, 3-8pm. 706-865-5356.6 – DOUGLAS – Festival of Lights Parade,

6:30pm. 912-383-0277.6 – LUMPKIN – Christmas Celebration,

Westville Village. 888-733-1850.6 – SAVANNAH – City Market Christmas for

Kids. 912-232-4903.6 – ST. MARYS – Christmas in Waterfront

Park, 12-8pm. 912-882-4000.6 – WARM SPRINGS – Pearl Harbor Remem -

bered, FDR Little White House. 706-655-5870.6 –WARTHEN – Historic Warthen Candle light

House & History Tour, 5-9pm. 478-552-7722.6 – WOODBINE – Christmas in Woodbine,

Downtown, 10am-7pm. 912-576-5926.6-7 – COLUMBUS – Victorian Christmas,

Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum.706-327-9798.

6-7 – JASPER– N.Ga. Art Ramble. 706-692-1164.6-7 – ROME – Winter Art Market, Civic

Center. 706-295-5575.

7 – ROME – Rome Symph. Orchestra Christ -mas Concert, City Aud., 3pm. 706-291-7967.

7 – PLAINS – Christmas Sing, Jimmy CarterNat’l. Historic Site, 6pm. 229-824-4104.

7 – RICHMOND HILL – Holiday Festival of Light& Music (dinner), Dunham Farm. 912-880-4500.

7 – TOCCOA – Symphony Concert/Art Show,Ga. Baptist Conf. Center, 4pm. 706-886-8614.

9 – AUGUSTA – Festival of Nine Lessons &Carols, Sacred Heart Cultural Ctr. 706-826-4700.

9 – HELEN – Appalachian ChristmasTraditions in Helen/White County, Arts Ctr.,5:30pm. 706-878-3933.

10-14 – ADAIRSVILLE – Christmas Teas, 1902Stock Exchange Opera House, 11am. 770-773-1902.

11 – SEA ISLAND – The American Tenors,Cloister Ballroom. 800-933-2627.

11 – TOCCOA – Cinnamon Grits (Christmas inthe South Comedy), Shaefer Ctr., 7pm. 706-297-7121.

Enjoy a great time of special dealsand discounts as you shop with local

merchants in historic downtown.CHS Drama Club will be providing

Christmas arts & crafts and other activitiesat Atkinson Plaza for a small fee.

912-384-5161www.cityofdouglas.com

Enjoy a great time of special dealsand discounts as you shop with local

merchants in historic downtown.CHS Drama Club will be providing

Christmas arts & crafts and other activitiesat Atkinson Plaza for a small fee.

912-384-5161www.cityofdouglas.com

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The Hiawassee River Rail AdventureRide the historic Hiwassee River Railroad scenic rail excursion through the unspoiled

Cherokee National Forest, along the beautiful Hiwassee River, and through the secludedHiwassee River Gorge. Trips begin with a short bus tripfrom the restored L&N Depot & Museum in Etowah,Tennessee.

The North Pole Limited train rides, taking riders on animaginary journey to the North Pole, departs manyevenings from Nov. 21-Dec. 27 with daytime trips on severalSaturdays. There will be refreshments, storytelling, andoccasional sing-a-longs. As the train rolls down the rails, anumber of lighted displays can be seen outside. Once thetrain pulls into the “North Pole,” a special guest will board fora visit. Evening trains will depart at 5:45pm and 7:45pm.

During the return ride Santa will greet and present a keepsake item to each child. The trains feature comfortable coach seating with large viewing windows, dome seating for

a panoramic view from high above the car, and observation lounge seating with a view of therear of the train in one direction and the locomotive in the other direction.

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

Downtown Holiday Open House in DouglasThe Downtown Holiday Open House in Douglas will be held Sunday, November 23, from

1-5pm. The Holiday Open House is celebrated each year on the Sunday prior to Thanksgiving andgives shoppers an early glimpse of what to expect in homedecorations and accents for the holidays as well as an oppor-tunity to preview wonderful gift selections.

Exhibitors will be located on the sidewalk of NorthPeterson Avenue, adjacent to the public parking lot. Someexhibitors participating will be part of the Georgia initiatives,“Georgia Made Georgia Grown” or “Eat Fresh Eat Local.” Forinformation, contact the City of Douglas Main Street office at912-384-5161.

Other attractions in Douglas include the General JohnCoffee State Park where a Heritage Farm is compete withlog cabins, tobacco barn, corn crib, cane mill, and other exhibits. Visitors can also enjoy the beautyof a local natural wonder, the Broxton Rocks. For information on these and other Douglas attractions, visit www.CityofDouglas.com or phone 912-384-4555.

December11-12 – THOMASVILLE – Victorian

Christmas, Downtown. 229-228-7977.12 – RICHMOND HILL – Oyster Roast,

Henry Ford Oyster House, 6-9pm. 912-660-4113.12 – SAVANNAH – Christmas Celebration of

Music, Trinity Meth., 7-8:30pm. 877-savannah.12-13 – CHATSWORTH – Cherokee

Christmas by Candlelight, 5-8pm. 706-695-2598.12-13 – CUMMING – Christmas in Cum -

ming Arts/Crafts Show, Fairgrnds. 770-781-3491.12-13 – JASPER – Christmas Show, Perform -

ing Arts Center. 706-692-1164.12-13 – SAVANNAH – Philharmonic

Holiday Pops, Cathedral of St. John the Baptist,7:30pm. 912-525-5050.

13 – ALBANY – Albany Symphony Orches -tra, Municipal Aud., 7:30pm. 229-430-8933.

13 – BLAIRSVILLE – Holly Jolly Christmas &Tour of Trees, Community Ctr., 3-6pm. 706-745-5789. Free Outdoor Christmas Movie, B&TTrading Post, 6:30pm. 706-379-2123.

December1 -31

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Blairsville Tour of TreesBlairsville Tour of Trees

Union CountyCommunity Center

Enjoy beautifullydecorated wreathsand trees by local businesses

Sponsored by Union General Hospital, Inc. &Union General Wellness Center

706-745-5789 • 877-745-5789www.VisitBlairsvilleGA.com

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Festival of Trees at the Harris Arts Center in CalhounA winter wonderland of beautifully decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, and centerpieces will

be on display at the Harris Arts Center in Calhoun from Nov. 3-Dec. 7. The Mistletoe Market willfeature unique gifts handcrafted by local and regional artists.Admission will be free.

Harris Arts Center hours are Monday 9am-6pm, Tuesday-Thursday 9am-4pm, and Friday-Saturday 10am-2pm. The Festivalof Trees is the Arts Center’s largest fundraiser of the year with proceeds benefitting general operations.

The trees run the gamut from whimsical to traditional and areoffered for silent auction. Local businesses or individuals designand donate a themed entry, or for a $150 donation an arts centerelf custom designs a tree for them. There is something for every-one – collegiate sports teams, fru-fru girly trees, man-cave trees,natural woodland themes, children’s favorites, chef’s choice, andan assortment of frolicking Santas, elves, and snowmen.

Mistletoe Market shoppers can choose from jewelry, pottery, turned wood objects, gourdSantas, knit scarves, ornaments of every description, baskets, and more. For information, call706-629-2599 or visit www.harrisartscenter.com.

December13 – BRUNSWICK – Christmas Boat Parade of

Lights, Ross Waterfront Pk., 6pm. 912-275-7774.13 – CARTERSVILLE – Red Top Mountain

Christmas at the Cabin. 770-975-0055.13 – CONYERS – Atlanta Boy Choir, Mona -

stery of the Holy Spirit, 7pm. 770-483-7228.13 – DARIEN – Colonial Christmas, Fort King

George. 912-437-4770.13 – DOUGLAS – Christmas on the Pond,

Gen. Coffee State Park, 6-8pm. 912-384-7082.13 – FOLKSTON – Christmas on Chesser

Island, 6-8pm. 912-496-7836.13 – MADISON – Caroling by Candlelight,

Town Park, 5-7pm. 706-342-1251.13 – PLAINS – Candlelight Tour of Carter

Boyhood Home. 229-824-5373.13 – RICHMOND HILL – 150th Anniversary

of Siege of Fort McAllister. 912-727-2339.13 – TOCCOA – Christmas at Traveler’s Rest

Historic Site. 706-244-8951.14 – ST. MARYS – Plum Orchard Christmas

Tour, Cumberland Island. 877-860-6787.16 – ST. MARYS – Live Nativity, Orange Hall,

6-8pm. 800-868-8687.19-20 – SAVANNAH – Fort Pulaski Candle

Lantern Tours. 912-786-5787.20 – BLUE RIDGE – Candlelight Carols/Mary

Fullerton, John Tibbetts, St. Luke’s EpiscopalChurch. 706-632-8245.

24 – DOUGLAS – Live Nativity Scene, 1stPresbyterian. 912-383-0277.

26-30 – SAVANNAH – Tours by Candlelight,Davenport House, 6-8:30pm. 912-236-8097.

31 – HELEN – New Year’s Eve Celebration &Dropping of the Edelweiss. 706-878-1908.

31 – JASPER – Party Local! New Year’s Eve,Downtown, 7pm. 706-692-1164.

31 – SAVANNAH – City Market Celebration,912-232-4903. New Year’s Eve on the River, 912-234-0295. Riverboat Cruises, 912-232-6404.

31 – TYBEE ISLAND – New Year’s EveFireworks, Pier. 912-472-5071.

January1 – TYBEE ISLAND – Polar Plunge. 912-786-

5444.

March1-31 – DUBLIN – 50th Annual St. Patrick’s

Festival of Dublin-Laurens County. 478-272-5546.7 – DUBLIN – Balloon Fest and Dine in the

Pines, Southern Pines Park. 478-272-5548.21 – DUBLIN – Super Saturday for St.

Patrick’s Festival. 478-383-0277.

AUGUSTA ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX706-722-3521,www.augustaentertainmentcomplex.com

Nov. 15 Mamma Mia!Nov. 16 KEM, Joe, L ReneeNov. 18 KICKS 99 Guitar PullNov. 22 Tamela MannDec. 6 WWE Live!Dec. 19 Steven Curtis Chapman & Third Day

CALLANWOLDEAtlanta, 404-872-5338, www.callanwolde.org

Nov. 9 Veterans Expressing Their StoriesNov. 21-23 Holiday Pottery SaleDec. 1-16 Christmas at Callanwolde

CENTRE FOR PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTSNewnan, 770-254-2787, www.thecentreonline.net

Nov. 15 Paul Taylor-Taylor 2Nov. 20 Harlem QuartetDec. 2 Christmas with the Annie Moses Band

CLASSIC CENTERAthens, 800-918-6393, www.classiccenter.com

Nov. 9 Athens SymphonyNov. 13 Sister ActNov. 14 Kip MooreNov. 20 Old Crow Medicine ShowNov. 21 Blackberry SmokeDec. 4-5 UGA Holiday Concert

COBB ENERGY CENTREAtlanta, 770-916-2800, www.cobbenergycentre.com

Nov. 29 Ralphie MayDec. 3 Dave Koz & Friends Christmas TourDec. 4 John OliverDec. 5 Brian Setzer Orchestra/Christmas RocksDec. 6 So You Think You Can DanceDec. 13-14 Disney: Pirate & Princess AdventureDec. 19 Joy An Irish ChristmasDec. 20-21 Holiday Family Extravaganza

FERST CENTER FOR THE ARTSAtlanta, 404-894-9600, www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu

Nov. 7 Preservation Hall Jazz BandDec. 5 Charlie Brown Christmas/David BenoitDec. 12 Rockapella Christmas

FOX THEATREAtlanta, 404-881-2100, www.foxtheatre.org

Thru Nov. 16 Cirque du Soleil: AmalunaNov. 8 Aretha FranklinNov. 9 Fresh Beat BandNov. 12 Celebration/Lynyrd SkynyrdNov. 14 Straight No ChaserNov. 15 Little Big TownNov. 22 Mannheim Steamroller ChristmasNov. 25-30 Dirty DancingDec. 3 Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!Dec. 6 Anthony Hamilton/Home for the HolidaysDec. 15 Michael W. Smith/Amy Grant ChristmasDec. 19 Rising AppalachiaDec. 21 Under the StreetlampDec. 31 Cleopatra New Year Eve’s Ball

GEM THEATRECalhoun, 706-625-3132, www.calhoungem.org

Nov. 14, 16 The Night of Jan. 16thNov. 26 Tams ConcertDec. 4 Howie Day ConcertDec. 6 Mandy Barnett’s Winter WonderlandDec. 14 Night Before Christmas

GRAND OPERA HOUSEMacon, 478-301-5460, www.thegrandmacon.com

Nov. 10 Junie B. Jones – MusicalNov. 16 Sister ActNov. 30 Macon Symphony Orchestra/Holiday Pops

GWINNETT CENTERDuluth, 800-224-6422, www.gwinnettcenter.com

Nov. 7-9 The MessiahNov. 15 Salim SulaimanNov. 23 Pastor Wess MorganNov. 28 Brantley GilbertDec. 6 Hunter HayesDec. 10 Trans-Siberian OrchestraDec. 11 Eric ChurchDec. 20 Justin TimberlakeDec. 26-28 Marvel Universe Live

Entertainment Venues in Georgia

NOVEMBER23 Alpharetta (Avalon) .6-9pm 404-965-906523 Dunwoody . . . . . . . .3-6pm 770-393-964725 Griffin (Airport Rd.) . . .6pm 770-467-475025 Hapeville . . . . . . . .5:30pm 404-669-826927 Atlanta (Lenox) . . .6:15pm 404-233-676727 Calhoun . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 800-887-381128 Brunswick . . . . . . .5:30pm 912-265-403228 Clayton . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 706-782-152028 Ellijay (parade) . . . . .4-6pm 706-635-471128 Helen . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 706-878-218128 Lawrenceville . . .6-8:30pm 770-466-116529 Griffin (Dntn) . . . . . . .6pm 770-228-535629 Blue Ridge . . . .11am-dusk 800-899-741529 Loganville . . . . . . . .6:30pm 770-283-901629 Plains (parade) . . . . . .6pm 229-824-5373DECEMBER2 Smyrna (parade) . . .5-9pm 770-434-66002 St. Marys (parade) . . .dusk 912-882-40004 Athens (parade) . . . . .7pm 706-613-36204 Cartersville (parade) . .6pm 770-607-34804 Kingsland . . . . . .5-7:30pm 912-729-59994 Marietta . . . . . . . . . .5-8pm 770-429-1115

DECEMBER4 Thomson . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 706-597-10005 Acworth . . . . . . .6:30-9pm 770-917-12345 Alpharetta . . . . . . . . . .5pm 678-297-60005 Suwanee . . . . . . . . .6:30pm 770-945-89965 Toccoa . . . . . . . . . . . . .8pm 706-282-33095 Tybee Island . . . . . .6:30pm 912-786-54446 Augusta . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 706-821-17546 Blairsville (parade) . . . .4pm 706-745-54936 Boston . . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 866-577-36006 Buford (parade) .11am-4pm 770-623-36006 Conyers . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 706-602-26066 Duluth . . . . . . . . . . . . .6pm 678-957-72716 Jasper (parade) . . . . .3-9pm 706-692-11646 Kennesaw . . . . . . .12-6pm 770-422-97146 Roswell . . . . . . . . . . . .5pm 770-641-39506 Senoia (parade) . . . .4-8pm 770-254-26276 Social Circle . . . . . .5:30pm 770-464-18666 Sugar Hill . . . .5:30-8:30pm 770-945-67167 Atlanta (Gov. Mansion) .6pm 404-261-177613 Blairsville (Vogel) . . . . .4pm 706-745-262813 Clarkesville . . . . . . . .6-8pm 706-968-419013 Roberta (parade) .10am-8pm 478-836-3825

Tree Lighting Ceremonies

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Events sometimes change, so phone for informationbefore driving long distances.

Entertainment Venues in GeorgiaIMPERIAL THEATREAugusta, 706-722-8341, www.imperialtheatre.com

Nov. 14 Marty Stuart & His Fabulous SuperlativesNov. 15 Shades of LoveDec. 13-14 A Christmas Carol – The MusicalDec. 18 Suzy Bogguss Christmas ShowDec. 21 Christmas with John Berry

JABEZ HARDIN ARTS THEATEREvans, 706-726-0366, www.performingarts-center.com

Nov. 13 Glenn Miller OrchestraNov. 22 Karla BonoffDec. 9 Mark O’Connor & Bluegrass BandDec. 12 Charlie Brown Christmas/David Benoit

LUCAS THEATRESavannah, 912-525-5050, www.lucastheatre.com

Nov. 15 Keb’ MoNov. 20 Anthony KearnsNov. 26 Life is A Carnival: Tribute to The BandNov. 29 Motown ChristmasDec. 18-20 Cool Yule, Christmas Cabaret

MABLE HOUSE AMPHITHEATERMableton, 770-819-7765, www.mablehouse.org

Nov. 7-9 Shrek the MusicalDec. 5-14 Christmas House Arts & Crafts ShowDec. 6 Candy Cane Hunt

MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTERMadison, 877-233-0598, www.mmcc-arts.org

Nov. 16 Symposium on Civil War in Morgan Co.Dec. 3 ASO Holiday ConcertDec. 7 Community Holiday Concert

NORTH ATLANTA TRADE CENTER Norcross,770-279-9899, www.northatlantatradecenter.com

Dec. 6-7 Exotic Bird FairDec. 12-14 Gem, Mineral, Fossil, Jewelry ShowDec. 13-14 Eastman Gun Show

PHILIPS ARENAAtlanta, 404-878-3000, www.philipsarena.com

Nov. 22 Stevie WonderDec. 9 Usher: The UR ExperienceDec. 11 The Black KeysDec. 17 Fleetwood MacDec. 20-22 Marvel Universe Live!Dec. 31 Old School Music Fest

PUNCHLINE COMEDY THEATREAtlanta, 404-252-5233, www.punchline.com

Nov. 1-2 Stewart HuffNov. 5 Gerald KellyNov. 7-8 Heather McDonald-Chelsea LatelyNov. 20-22 Jeremy HotzNov. 28-29 George WallaceDec. 5-7 Craig Shoemaker-The LovemasterDec. 12-13 Pablo Francisco

RIVERCENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTSColumbus, 706-256-3612, www.rivercenter.org

Nov. 29 Cirque Dreams: Holidaze!Dec. 5 Columbus Symphony OrchestraDec. 7 MCoE Band Holiday ConcertDec. 10 Joe BonamassaDec. 20 Rivertown ChristmasDec. 22 Cantus Christmas

ROSWELL CULTURAL ARTS CENTER770-594-6232, www.roswellgov.com

Nov. 22 Atlanta Balalaika Society ConcertDec. 12-14 Atlanta Dance TheatreDec. 16 Atlanta Wind SymphonyDec. 17 Joe Gransden Big BandDec. 20 Irish Christmas in America Live!

RIALTO CENTERAtlanta, 404-413-9tix, www.rialtocenter.org

Dec. 6-7 Gala Holiday ConcertDec. 20-21 Celtic Christmas

SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE CENTER706-878-3300, www.snca.org

Nov. 8 Create a Gourd SantaNov. 15 Atlanta Ringers, Sautee CamerataNov. 29, Dec. 27 Community Contra DancesDec. 12-14 S. N. Community ChoraleDec. 20 Santa’s Stolen Mail Puppet Show

SAVANNAH CIVIC CENTER800-351-7469, www.savannahcivic.com

Nov. 7 John PrineNov. 15 Lovell Crawford & FriendsDec. 4 Sister ActDec. 13 Skatefest 2014

SCHWARTZ CENTERAtlanta, 404-727-5050, www.arts.emory.edu

Nov. 8 No Strings AttachedDec. 5-6 Festival of 9 Lessons & CarolsDec. 13-14 Atlanta Master Chorale ChristmasDec. 14 Santa’s Favorite Chamber Music

SPIVEY HALLMorrow, 678-466-4200, www.spiveyhall.org

Nov. 7 Pianist Richard GoodeNov. 8 Ebene QuartetNov. 22 Glenn Miller OrchestraDec. 1 Clayton Community Big Band

STRAND THEATREMarietta, 770-293-0080, www.earlsmithstrand.org

Nov. 6 Roger “Hurricane” WilsonNov. 7 Pulp FictionNov. 22 Ga. Symphony Orchestra JazzDec. 5-21 A Christmas TraditionDec. 18 Charlie Brown Christmas TributeDec. 31 New Year’s Eve Concert

UGA PERFORMING ARTS CENTERAthens, 888-289-8497, www.uga.edu/pac

Dec. 8 The 5 BrownsDec. 20-21 Handel’s Messiah

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Long-Running Holiday EventsNov. 3-Dec. 7. . . Festival of Trees & Mistletoe Market, Harris Arts Center, Calhoun 706-629-2599Nov. 6-Jan. 4 . . . Rooms of Christmas Past. . . and more, Smith Plantation, Roswell 770-641-3978Nov. 7-Dec. 20. . . . . . . . Blue Ridge Scenic Railway to Santa’s Village, McCaysville 877-413-8724Nov. 7-Dec. 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue Ridge Scenic Railway/Santa Express 706-632-8724Nov. 8-Jan. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A Stone Mountain Christmas, Stone Mountain Park 770-498-5690Nov. 13-Dec. 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . My Favorite Things, Bulloch Hall, Roswell 770-992-1731Nov. 13-Jan. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival of Trees, Macon Museum of Arts & Sciences 478-477-3232Nov. 14-Dec. 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fantasy in Lights, Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain 800-225-5292Nov. 15-Jan. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christmas at the Roswell Visitors Center 770-640-3253Nov. 15-Jan.3 . . . . . . . . . . . . Garden Lights, Holiday Lights, Atlanta Botanical Garden 404-876-5859Nov. 19-Dec. 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . Gingerbread Village, Westin Savannah Harbor Resort 912-201-2201Nov. 19-Dec. 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christmas in Miniature, Barrington Hall, Roswell 770-640-3855Nov. 20-Dec. 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lights of the South, Grovetown 706-825-6441Nov. 21-Dec. 21 . . . . . Extended Shopping Hours (Fri. & Sat.), Warm Springs Village 800-337-1927Nov. 21-Dec. 27 . . . . . . . . . . . North Pole Limited Train Rides, Hiawassee River Rail 423-894-8028Nov. 21-Dec. 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lanier Island Christmas 800-840-5253Nov. 21-Jan. 3 . Enchanted Garden of Lights, Rock City Gardens, Lookout Mountain 800-854-0675Nov. 22-Dec. 23 . Antebellum Christmas at Old Governor’s Mansion, Milledgeville 478-445-4545Nov. 22-Dec. 31. . . . . . . . . . . Copper Basin Christmas Village, McCaysville, 5:30pm 800-899-6867Nov. 22-Jan. 2. . . . . . . . . Mystery of Christmas Star, Tellus Planetarium, Cartersville 770-606-5700Nov. 22-Jan. 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday in the Park, Six Flags Over Georgia 800-451-3480Nov. 22-Jan. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday in Lights, Atlanta Centennial Olympic Park 404-223-4412Nov. 22-Jan. 6 . . . . . . Holiday Show & Sale, B. R. Mountains Arts Assn., Blue Ridge 706-632-2144Nov. 22-Feb. 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Snow Mountain at Stone Mountain Park 770-498-5690Nov. 26-Dec. 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival of Trees, Unicoi State Park, Helen 706-865-2171Nov. 27-Dec. 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lights of Life, Life University, Marietta 800-543-3202Nov. 27-Jan. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday Light Spectacular, City Park, Cornelia, 7-11pm 706-778-4654Nov. 27-Jan. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tybee Island for the Holidays 877-savannahNov. 28-Dec. 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christkindlemarkt, Helen, weekends 706-878-1908Nov. 28-Dec. 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holiday Art Mart, Peach Shops at Byron 478-956-2409Nov. 28-Dec. 28 . . . . . . . Tour of Lights, Seminole St. Pk., Donalsonville, Thurs.,-Sun. 229-861-3137Nov. 28-Dec. 31 Lights at the Lake, Floyd St. Pk., Summerville, Wknds., nightly 19-25 706-857-0826Nov. 28-Jan. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival of Lights, Downtown Fort Valley 478-825-8261Nov. 29-Jan. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holidays in History, Jekyll Island 877-4jekyllNov. 29-Jan. 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival of Lights, Westin Savannah Harbor Resort 912-201-2000Nov. 30-Dec. 13 . . . . . . . . . Make a Gingerbread House, East Roswell Recreation Ctr. 770-594-6134Dec. 1-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christmas at Callanwolde, Atlanta 404-872-5338Dec. 1-23Ruby Falls Christmas Underground, Ruby Falls, Chattanooga, TN, Fri./Sat. 423-821-2544Dec. 1-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lafayette, Georgia’s Amazing Christmas Light Show 706-639-1500Dec. 1-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tour of Trees, Blairsville Community Center 706-745-5789Dec. 6,7,15,16 . . . . . . . . . Dinner with Santa, Enchanted Garden of Lights, Rock City 800-854-0675Dec. 6-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival of Lights, Chehaw, Albany, Thurs., Fri., Sat. 229-430-5275Dec. 17-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christmas in Cornelia, Community House, Fri. & Sat. 706-778-8585Dec. 18-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nights of Lights, Guido Gardens, Metter 912-685-2222