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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones and peanut butter. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Fun craft for children and families! Enjoy a Sunday morning by making a guided craft. Come for the class, then stay and enjoy the playground and picnic area. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Basket weaving is a rich historical art that has deep cultural roots. Many different cultures across the world have perfected the arts of basket weaving with a variety of different natural materials. Watch a ranger while they demonstrate the basics of making a basket out of pine needles in front of the Park Office. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Before you could get fishing line and nylon rope from the store, people had to make their own cordage from natural materials found in the woods. One of the materials used was yucca leaves. By the porch of the Park Office, a ranger will be doing a demonstration on how to make natural rope from yucca. You'll learn, it's not as easy as it looks! $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join us to create wonderful take-home arts and crafts projects. All supplies are provided, so just bring your creativity. $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Fly on over to the Interpretive Center and paint a picture of one of the many perching birds that can be found at the park! Materials provided. Beginners and all ages welcome. $4 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones and peanut butter. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Learn how to make your own hanging birdfeeder. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. Materials provided. $3 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors.
This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle,
making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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The Georgia Aster is a beautiful wildflower of our park that needs our help! Find out why they are so crucial to the health of our ecosystems. Take part in helping your local native plant species by joining us in creating decorative handmade seed paper that you can plant in your own backyard. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work independently or as a family team to build your own shelter using natural materials from the forest—such as sticks, branches, and vines. Then, learn essential skills in fire building and knot tying. All supplies are provided. This program is geared toward ages 8 and up. Pre-registration is required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Welcome all Girl Scouts for this statewide effort. Join our Naturalist on the Lake Trail hike, after making your own hiking stick. We'll return and work on our archery skills at the range. The day will conclude after planting seeds in our pollinator garden. See you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Any Girl Scout group can attend this event. Preregistration is required. This event will span 2 days with morning and afternoon time slots available with a limit of two groups per time slot. Saturday's project will be Historic Gardening 101. Rangers programs provided in addition to the project activity. 770-443-7850.
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Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us at the Nature Hut to make some fun and exciting crafts. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come to the Lake Trahlyta Pavilion and enjoy a cool mountain evening with music from different artists each week. Bring your own chair. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones and peanut butter. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Meet our naturalist at the picnic benches across from picnic shelter 1 for a lesson in Leave No Trace, followed by a bark/leaf rubbing craft! $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us for a nature craft while we learn about the Gorgone Checkerspot Butterfly and its hostplants and how we can take part in protecting this species. We will learn about the life cycle of the butterfly and wet-felt a Checkerspot cocoon (chrysalis) out of wool. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join our naturalist, Chainey, for a Sunday morning painting in the park. We have plenty of beautiful green spaces and wildlife to use for your inspiration! Supplies will be provided with the program fee. $6 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Bring Girl Scouts to learn about the local species of interest, the Gorgone Checkerspot butterfly! We'll also make a magnet to take home. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Any Girl Scout group can attend this event. Preregistration is required. This event will span 2 days with morning and afternoon time slots available with a limit of two groups per time slot. Saturday's project will be Historic Gardening 101. Rangers programs provided in addition to the project activity. 770-443-7850.
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Georgia State Parks Highschooler Art Contest. Paint a landscape scene from our park and earn a chance to have your work featured in the state capital! If you love art and the outdoors and you're currently a Georgia high school student, you are eligible to participate.
Must RSVP by 10/17 for art supplies to be provided! $5 parking. 706-752-7981.
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Join us for some arts & crafts fun by making your own field journal! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join us to make your very own outdoor survival kit. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 24 hours before the scheduled time!*
Each month we will focus, discover, and enjoy a different nature related topic with hands-on activities. Pre-registration required. $10.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Grab your pencils and join our Interpretive Ranger on an artistic journey on one of our walking trails! Take the opportunity to let your creativity flow and sketch the environment around you. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Celebrate 75 years of community, nature, and history! Enjoy a family-friendly evening with a live pewter pour (5–8 PM), food vendors, and live music from local favorite Harris Battle and headliners Ivory, bringing Beach Boys–style harmonies. Fun, flavor, and hands-on experiences await. Tickets on Eventbrite. $10 on Eventbrite $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Create a traditional hands-on craft with a plant native to Panola Mountain -- the Spoonleaf Yucca. Learn how to identify the plant, prepare the plant to harvest the fibers, and twist the fibers into twine to create a bracelet. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Meet at the Nature Center. Ages 10+ $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors.
This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle,
making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Step back in time and learn the craft of making traditional rag dolls. This hands-on program will guide you through the history and techniques of creating the dolls used by children in the 1860s. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Hardman Farm’s fall premiere event, the Harvest Moon Dance, will bring the farm to life with live 1930's jazz music, delicious food, and a night of dancing under the stars. $65. 706-878-1077.
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Quiet your mind and let your intuition take over in this guided mindfulness activity! Enjoy the serenity of the park and take home a collage board in a protective cover. No artistic ability required! Supplies limited. Must register in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Calling all high school students! Join us as the park hosts an art contest and paint the park's beautiful landscapes. The contest is open to 9th-12th grades and participants will have the opportunity to be submit their paintings for consideration to be displayed at the Georgia State Capitol. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Come join our Naturalist at the Interpretive Center for a fun craft using pinecones. Make some of natures awesome animals and take home your new friend. Pre-register at the Visitor Center. See you there! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join the Park Rangers for a day of learning how paper, corn husk dolls, rivercane blow guns & darts and more were made during New Echota's early 19th century time period.
Try your hand at making them and take home your handywork!
Fee includes access to trails and self-guide tour of historic grounds and buildings of New Echota. 6$-8$. 706-624-1321.
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come use leaves to paint your own beautiful picture. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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UGA Craft
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
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Happy football season! Join us at the campground pavilion to show your team spirit! $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Come to the Lake Trahlyta Pavilion and enjoy a cool mountain evening with music from different artists each week. Bring your own chair. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones and peanut butter. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Are you interested in learning watercolor techniques or looking for an opportunity to paint outside? Meet at 10 AM with a Naturalist and hike out to paint the scenic Etowah River and surrounding landscape. Art supplies are provided!
High school students have an opportunity to submit their artwork in the upcoming Georgia State Parks Art Contest! $10 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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High School students! Have you heard about the Georgia DNR State Parks & Historic Sites art contest? Join local artist Lauren Deloris and the Park Naturalist at the fall line where we'll sketch an incredible view of the natural falls of the Towaliga River. Pencils, colored pencils, wild-crafted artist's charcoal, and sketching paper provided. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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join us at the inn to learn a fun and useful craft. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-886-2256.
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Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones and peanut butter. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors.
This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle,
making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Come out for a day of activities and fun! There will be a fishing rodeo for 15 yo and under, Reptile and Raptor Shows, face painting, rock climbing, food, ice cream, archery, and more! Contact the Park Office for any questions at 7068570826. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Come to the Lake Trahlyta Pavilion and enjoy a cool mountain evening with music from different artists each week. Bring your own chair. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Join us to make your very own outdoor survival kit. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones and peanut butter. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Are your little ones curious about the natural world? Come discover the wild world of Hard Labor Creek. Join our naturalist for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Call the park office to register. Pre-registration required. Limited to 10 toddlers, 5 years old maximum. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come out for our first outdoor Cooking installment of "Pickett's Meals" as we will be demonstrating the historic recipes of making candies. Staff and volunteers will prepare chocolate, hard candy, and taffy. Samples will be available for attendees. $3.50 - $6.50 770-443-7850.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Your pre-k/younger elementary schooler will have an unbe-leaf-ably good time at this fall-themed story time! Listen to a story, sing a silly song, and do a craft all outside of the visitor center! $2 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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In celebration of the Georgia State Parks Art Contest. We want you to take part in sharing the beauty of our state park! This contest is open to Georgia residents in 9th – 12th grade during the 2025-2026 school year. Earn a chance to have your art displayed at the Georgia State Capitol. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come and join some fun and music with the Nearly Normal String Band. The band consists of husband and wife team, Viva and Neil Araki. Meet at the stone amphitheater next to the park office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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See Fort McAllister come back to life with our immersive Candle Lantern Tour! You'll be guided through the grounds by the soft glow of candlelight. Witness theatrics including musket and cannon firings, blacksmithing, and grueling medical practices. Explore the eerie bunkers and take a peek into the barracks where the Fort's Major resides. $25. 912-727-2339.
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Indigo pigment has been used to dye fabrics for thousands of years across cultures and continents. Visit the park anytime between 1PM-4PM (while supplies last) to create your own indigo tie-dyed bandana. This program is a suggested $5 donation towards the Friends of Panola Mountain State Park for the continued care of our public lands. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Come out to Tugaloo and draw or paint a 2 dimensional piece of art to be submitted for the statewide art contest. Winners will have their art displayed at the Georgia State Capital. All supplies will be provided. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Drop your Jr Rangers off for a day of outdoor fun! Ages 7-11. Bring a packed lunch, closed toed shoes, spf, and plenty of water. Please call the office to sign up. Space is limited. $35 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us for an hour of painting, drawing, or sketching in the Okefenokee. Bring your art supplies and meet at the trading post for a fun time expressing your creativity. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Learn how to pin and preserve spiders in this indoor class. Suitable for ages 10+ Minors must have an adult accompanying. All supplies provided. Each participants is able to pin two spiders. $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Are you interested in learning watercolor techniques or looking for an opportunity to paint outside? Meet at 10 AM with a Naturalist and hike out to paint the scenic Etowah River and surrounding landscape. Art supplies are provided!
High school students have an opportunity to submit their artwork in the upcoming Georgia State Parks Art Contest! $10 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Join us at the Highlander House as we make make candles in the style of the 18th century. Learn about the life of a chandler (ye ol' candle-maker) around the fire! Come take a look at this interesting process, from hand-dipping to mold pouring. $4.75 - $8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join us during the spooky season for a pumpkin painting in the park! We will be set up outside so our visitors can enjoy the fall weather while painting their pumpkins. We will be painting small pumpkins. All supplies will be provided, including the pumpkins. $6 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Campground activity shelter. Supplies provided with fee. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Come out and paint Hard Labor Creek State Park. This program is for beginners to painting or someone with experience who wants to paint with a group. This program is being offered in part with our statewide art contest. This contest is designed for high schoolers in the state of Georgia. More information can be found at GaStateParks.org/ArtContest. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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High School Students! Heard about the Georgia DNR State Parks & Historic Sites art contest? For this special sketching opportunity, go off trail with the Naturalist to an area not normally accessible to the public for a unique view of the old powerhouse. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike on the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated). $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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The park will be hosting a C Tier Flex 1 round disc golf tournament. This is to highlight the new course at the park. This tournament is held in addition to the annual Kolomoki Festival. Bring the whole family to the event to play a round and to listen to live music and check out the local vendors on site. $30 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Meet us at the park for a day of family fun! Visit the food and craft vendors, let the kids explore the Kolomoki Kids area and check out the live performances on stage. Don't miss out on all the fun and entry is only a ParkPass! $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Have you ever wondered how to make apple cider or apple sauce? Stop by New Echota and wonder no more. The Rangers will be at the Vann Tavern to demonstrate how to use an apple press and the history of the apple press. Admission fee required and includes access to the grounds and scheduled guided tours. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. Showing 11:00 and 1:30 $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. Showing 11:00 and 1:30 $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Meet at the campground pavilion for our annual pumpkin painting! Call the office to sign up. Space is limited. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Kid friendly fall celebration. Kids will create a animal mask, go on a animal scavenger hunt, candy bob, roast marshmallows, play fall bingo and enjoy a hayride by the lake . Each child will receive a small treat bag once they complete all the activities. $10 per child $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Kid friendly fall celebration. Kids will create a animal mask, go on a animal scavenger hunt, candy bob, roast marshmallows, play fall bingo and enjoy a hayride by the lake . Each child will receive a small treat bag once they complete all the activities. $10 per child $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp
$100 per student for the whole 4 days
$30 per child for individual days
Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project.
Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable.
To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp
$100 per student for the whole 4 days
$30 per child for individual days
Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project.
Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable.
To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us to explore the art of yarn spinning using a drop spindle. We will discuss the history of the drop spindle and learn how to transform raw materials into usable yarn. At the end of the session, you'll have the opportunity to take home the yarn you created! Call the Visitor Center today to reserve your spot! $15.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp
$100 per student for the whole 4 days
$30 per child for individual days
Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project.
Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable.
To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Come join us for a half day camp at Stephen C Foster State Park in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp! Delve into the world of alligators, carnivorous plants, migratory birds, and more! Prepare for a fun day of learning and memories that will last a lifetime.
in advance, registration is due 1 week before camp. $20 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp
$100 per student for the whole 4 days
$30 per child for individual days
Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project.
Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable.
To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Your pre-k/younger elementary schooler will have an unbe-leaf-ably good time at this fall-themed story time! Listen to a story, sing a silly song, and do a craft all outside of the visitor center! $2 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Autumn is the best season for leaf rubbing, a fun and easy craft that makes for a great addition to your nature journal. We will teach you how to identify leaves and the process of leaf rubbing or etching. Materials will be provided or you can bring your own journal. $3.50 - $6.50 770-443-7850.
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Join us to learn how to make corn dollies! We will explore the history of corn dollies and their symbolism. Once we finish, you will have the opportunity to take home your creation and use it to decorate your home for the fall season. If you're interested in this forgotten art, call the Visitor Center today to reserve your spot! $7 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us to learn how to make corn dollies! We will explore the history of corn dollies and their symbolism. Once we finish, you will have the opportunity to take home your creation and use it to decorate your home for the fall season. If you're interested in this forgotten art, call the Visitor Center today to reserve your spot! $7 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us to learn how to make corn dollies! We will explore the history of corn dollies and their symbolism. Once we finish, you will have the opportunity to take home your creation and use it to decorate your home for the fall season. If you're interested in this forgotten art, call the Visitor Center today to reserve your spot! $7 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us to explore the art of yarn spinning using a drop spindle. We will discuss the history of the drop spindle and learn how to transform raw materials into usable yarn. At the end of the session, you'll have the opportunity to take home the yarn you created! Call the Visitor Center today to reserve your spot! $15.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Learn how to pin and preserve spiders in this indoor class. Suitable for ages 10+ Minors must have an adult accompanying. All supplies provided. Each participants is able to pin two spiders. $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Georgia State Parks Highschooler Art Contest. Paint a landscape scene from our park and earn a chance to have your work featured in the state capital! If you love art and the outdoors and you're currently a Georgia high school student, you are eligible to participate.
Must RSVP by 10/17 for art supplies to be provided! $5 parking. 706-752-7981.
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Bat Week
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 4 PM to 7:30 PM
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Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to celebrate Bat Week, learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. This hour program will include a presentation on Georgia's Bats, a bat-themed craft, and at 6:30pm, join our bat enthusiasts at the Lodge as they collect data using bat monitoring technology! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Hardman Farm comes to life with hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, traditional craft vendors, local authors and historians, apple cider from a hand-cranked press, biscuits cooked on our wood-fired antique stove and much more. $8. 706-878-1077.
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Another installment of Pickett's Meals. This time, we will be demonstrating bread-making in our new outdoor oven! Come break bread with us. Samples available for attendees. $3.50 - $6.50 770-443-7850.
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Join us in celebrating the spooky season with some wonderful arts and crafts! We'll create fun and exciting spooky crafts that you can take home. Stop by and join the rangers at Red Top to make some awesome creepy creations! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us as we explore the Japanese art of Haiku! We will discuss its benefits and learn how to practice mindfulness in our everyday lives. Additionally, we will cover the proper way to write a Haiku. If you have any questions, please call us at the Visitor Center or email us at redtopprogram@gmail.com. Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us in celebrating the spooky season with some wonderful arts and crafts! We'll create fun and exciting spooky crafts that you can take home. Stop by and join the rangers at Red Top to make some awesome creepy creations! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join staff, Friends of New Echota volunteers and special Cherokee guests as the historic Capital of New Echota comes alive with living history demonstrations, tours, games, and music. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Come join us at Amicalola Falls State Park for our 2nd annual Fall Festival! Bring your friends and family to enjoy live animal shows, hayrides, pumpkin painting, s'mores, games, crafts, and so much more! Find us at the Top of the Falls Parking area! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Pack a picnic and join us in Roosevelt's Little White House picnic area for a free day of family friendly games and activities. 706-655-5870.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Bring your own hot beverage and enjoy painting by the river. Take in the breathtaking fall views around the Chattahoochee River! Painting supplies will be provided, however art enthusiasts can bring their own. $8 Adult/ $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Join us for our 46th anniversary of the Pioneer Harvest Festival as we celebrate the culture and history of the Wiregrass region of South Georgia. Enjoy historical demonstrations and presentations from the Wiregrass Ecological & Cultural Project as well as other living history groups. $5 per adult, children 12 and under $3, standard parking fee required $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join us at the Highlander House as we make make candles in the style of the 18th century. Learn about the life of a chandler (ye ol' candle-maker) around the fire! Come take a look at this interesting process, from hand-dipping to mold pouring. $4.75 - $8.25 912-437-4770.
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Want to make a super fun turkey puppet for Thanksgiving? Kids join us at the park for a ranger-led craft session where we'll get creative and learn all about wild turkeys in the park! Its going to be a blast - perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. We will provide all crafts, you just need to bring your imagination. $5 per child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Ages 6+
$150 for the full week
$45 per child per single day
Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes
Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building.
To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Ages 6+
$150 for the full week
$45 per child per single day
Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes
Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building.
To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Ages 6+
$150 for the full week
$45 per child per single day
Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes
Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building.
To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Ages 6+
$150 for the full week
$45 per child per single day
Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes
Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building.
To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Ages 6+
$150 for the full week
$45 per child per single day
Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes
Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building.
To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Want to make some super cute, totally unique Christmas ornaments with your family? We're having a fun painting party with a ranger! They'll help you create a wooden ornament that will make perfect gifts or beautiful additions to your tree this year. All supplies included - just bring your creative holiday spirit! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Come see Santa and share a sweet treat with him around the campfire! We'll also have crafts set up for those waiting for their special turn with the big man in red. Stick around after for a stop motion Christmas classic starting at 3:30! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Are you a fan of tryptophan? Whether you are or are not, we have historic recipes for that left-over turkey from Thanksgiving. Sampling will be available to attendees. $3.50 - $ 6.50 $5 parking. 770-443-7850.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Come and celebrate the Season, make crafts, enjoy Christmas music, Meet Santa, have a snack and go on a hay ride here at the park. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Celebrate the holiday season at Wormsloe with traditional festive activities including period music and living history demonstrations. Help us find yule logs to be burned starting at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 pm starting in our Colonial Life Area! $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Come see the farm all lit up in its holiday finery. Enjoy some good music and traditional holiday storytelling'! Get some tasty treats while you're here! $2 admission $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Join us for some 1860s holiday spirit and more. There will be crafts, games, and decorating activities for all to enjoy. Santa will be here! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Don't wait for green eggs and ham. Come out for another installment of Pickett's Meals and learn how to recycle your left-over ham into a new meal. We will be demonstrating Ham and Dumplings. Samples allowed for attendees. $3.50 - $ 6.50 770-443-7850.
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