Happenings

The majority of our local happenings listings are on the monthly calendars. We pop a few of our favorites on here just to give you an idea of all the fantastic events in the area.

Monthly Happenings

From Ed Sullivan to Abbey Road… RAIN Makes its Debut at the Fabulous Fox Oct 6 - 11

10/1/09 “We are thrilled to present one of the hottest performance events of the year, RAIN - A Tribute to the Beatles,” states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. “Take a joyful trip down memory lane and ‘Get Back’ to ‘Yesterday’ with a show that the Washington Post calls ‘An adoring Valentine to The Beatles!’... More

Blue Morpho Month at Callaway Gardens' Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center

9/14/09 September is Blue Morpho Butterfly Month at Callaway Gardens' Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center. In addition to the more than 1,000 tropical butterflies flying freely throughout the conservatory, there will be hundreds of spectacular Blue Morpho butterflies... More

Walk-a-Thon July 25th

7/16/09 On July 25, 2009 students from the Association of Village PRIDE will hold a Walk-Run-a-thon at Kenwood Park at 7:30 am. Participants are asked to get pledged sponsors in order to... More

Summer Drama Camp Promises Imaginative Journey

4/29/09 Once again, Fayette County-based Offshoot Productions is offering a stimulating theatre camp in conjunction with the Tyrone Recreation Department. The camp meets July 20 to 24 from 1:00 to 4:15 p.m... More

Young Scientists Discover Fernbank Museum’s Summer Camp

4/30/09 Fernbank Museum of Natural History offers a world of adventure and discovery to young explorers during Summer Camp 2009. One week-sessions of day camps are offered throughout June and July. Campers will... More

Due to Popular Demand Bodies...the Exhibition and Dialog in the Dark Extend Atlanta Run

4/30/09 Due to the tremendous response and sell-out crowds at the Premier Exhibition Center in Atlantic Station organizers have extended the Atlanta run of BODIES . . . The Exhibition and Dialog in the Dark until January 3, 2010. Initially slated... More

3^rd Annual Hollingsworth House Chair-ity Event Benefitting The Children's Village at Christian City

Monday, November 30 at The Hollingsworth House, 200 Stonewall Avenue W, Fayetteville. Info: 770-460-3165. 5-7:30 pm drop-in. Tickets $25 at the door, or for advance tickets, call 770-703-2636. For more information on event, visit www.chair-ity-event.org. For more information about The Children's Village, visit www.christiancity.org

2nd Annual Fayette Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale

10/20/09 The Fayette Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale will mark the beginning of the 2009 Holiday Season for folks in south metro Atlanta. The holiday season just wouldn't be the same without a Holiday Bazaar where handcrafted items for Thanksgiving and Christmas can be found... More

Teacher Appreciation Day at The Rock Ranch

9/14/09 Teachers visiting The Rock Ranch on Sept. 26 will have a special treat. All teachers, with a school ID, and a guest will be admitted free to the first of eight themed Saturdays at The Rock Ranch during Fall Family Fun Days... More

New Youth Air Rifle Club Sets Open Registration Date

7/27/09 Fayette County Shooting Sports has announced the date of the first parent’s orientation and open registration which will be held on August 8, 2009 at Autrey’s Armory in Fayetteville at 10:00 am... More

“Dora the Explorer Live!” Coming to Explore Atlanta

7/17/09 Nickelodeon and Broadway Across America are teaming up to bring "Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys," starring the world’s most famous Latina explorer, to Atlanta from August 21-23 for six performances... More

Fayette County Parks & Recreation Fall Brochure

7/17/09 The Fayette County Parks and Recreation Department will begin registration for the Fall 2009 brochure on Monday, August 3tht. Registration will be taken at the Activities House, 980 Redwine Road, Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m... More

4th Annual Tyrone Back to School Bash

7/15/09 The Annual Tyrone Back to School Bash will take place at Shamrock Park on July 18 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The festivities will include all day fun for kids including moonwalks and face painting, there will be drawings for great prizes and several grand prizes, lots of music and fun with a local DJ, a variety of vendors providing food at a nominal cost, and more! The great part about this event is that there will be no charge to the public. Each year gets bigger and better!!

Heritage Bank Offers First Time Home Buyers Seminar

7/10/09 A seminar for potential first-time home buyers will be presented Thursday, August 20th at the Heritage Bank Community Room, 440 Jeff Davis, Fayetteville. The one hour seminar at 7pm will provide information on the 1st Time Home Buyers Tax Credit and how to qualify for a mortgage. Seminar fee is $10 and reservations are required. The first to call and register will receive a confidential credit analysis. For more information or reservations, call Barbara Stevens 770-515-7001.

‘Fun in the Summertime’ at The Rock Ranch to Provide Fun for Families for 2 Weeks in July

7/7/09 The Rock Ranch, LLC is preparing for a two-week series of public events that will allow families to enjoy a day of fun at The Rock Ranch for only $8 per person. These hands-on, educational and entertaining day trip... More

Fernbank Museum Celebrates Scouts at Family Fun Day

10/27/09 Fernbank Museum will offer a day devoted to Boy and Girl Scouts during the annual Scout Day on Saturday, November 14, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m... More

The Cotton Pickin' Fair

9/26/09 Awards and accolades follow The Cotton Pickin’ Fair in Gay, GA. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue recently announced that the Georgia Tourism Foundation selected The Cotton Pickin’ Fair as a Founding Producer of Distinction in the Georgia Made, Georgia Grown Creative Economies Initiative. Also, The Cotton Pickin’ Fair was again selected from over 500 regional events to represent the... More

Coweta-Fayette EMC and Chamber’s Bowling Adventure Turns Back Clock to the Rocking 50s

7/29/09 Dust off those poodle skirts, grab your pink bubble gum, and get into the swing of things for the annual Coweta-Fayette EMC and Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce Bowling Adventure on Thursday, August 27 from 1:30 to 5:00 pm at Junction... More

Freedom Walk, Patriot Day and Amy Grant Concert

7/27/09 Patriot Day and the Freedom Walk in Peachtree City will be held in conjunction with the Amy Grant concert on September 11th this year. The city is holding the 3rd annual “Freedom Walk” along with Patriot Day on Sept. 11, 2009. The walk will begin at 6:45 p.m. Towne Club at the intersection of Peachtree Parkway and Crosstown Drive in Peachtree City... More

Glen Miller Orchestra at The Fred Aug 7

The Glen Miller Orchestra – Friday, August 7, at The Fred. The 19 member band, under the current direction of bandleader Larry O'Brien, continues to play many of the original Miller arrangements, including “In The Mood,” “A Sentimental Journey,” “Tuxedo Junction,” “Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree,” and “Moonlight Serenade,” along with more modern selections. Visit www.amphitheater.org/a>.

Cake Decorating Workshop July 25th

7/19/09 Rachel Cold, a portrait sculptor, has turned her talents to cake decorating and will be holding a special “Fun Art Cake” decorating workshop Saturday, July 25th, 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Learn the secrets of working with fondant... More

Babysitter Training from Fayette Parks & Rec

7/18/09 This newly revised class prepares boys & girls with basic childcare knowledge, first aid & critical emergency action skills. Participants will also learn the “business” of babysitting such as how to find jobs, what to charge, the serious responsibility of caring for children and the safety of the babysitter. The class is taught by a certified American Red Cross instructor. Participants will receive a handbook, emergency reference guide, CD-ROM and certificate. Please bring a sack lunch and a SASE envelope to class. Space is limited for this popular program, so register early.

Day:     Saturday
Date:    August 1
Time:    9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fee:     $35 per person
Age:     11 - 15 years old

Activities House GED Room;(770) 716-4320; Email; www.fayettecountyga.gov

Rotary Clubs Host Sept. 25th Golf Tournament

6/18/09 Three Rotary Clubs; Fayette Daybreak, Fayetteville, and Coweta/ Fayette are hosting their annual golf tournament on September 25, 2009 at Flat Creek Country Club. For more details check out the website; www.fayettedaybreak.org.

Summer Camp 2009 at the Atlanta History Center

5/13/09 This summer, dive into history at the Atlanta History Center with exciting and enriching activities. Every week has a new theme, so choose your favorites and join us... More

2009 Junior Police Academy

5/9/09 The Fayetteville Police Department is hosting the 2009 Junior Police Academy. This year the Fayetteville Police Department is hosting their sixth annual Junior Police Academy. This is an academy for children who have completed the sixth grade and/or going... More

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