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Christian Louboutin. jeffreyfash ioncares.com. (404) 420-2997. PRESIDENTIAL PATHWAYS FSU’s Flying High Circus, through Aug. 13, Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain. Watch this favorite high-flying summer act. (706) 663-2281. All Things Bright and Beautiful, through Oct. 17, Columbus Museum, Columbus. The exhibition of 57 paintings and a porcelain vase is a tribute to the Irvine Museum’s dedication to preserving California’s rich impressionist heritage. columbus museum.com. (706) 748-2562. Georgia Veterans Memorial Triathlon and Duathlon, Aug. 14, Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele. Racers can participate in a triathlon, a half-mile swim in Lake Blackshear, a 13.6-mile bike race and a 3.1-mile run, or a duathlon, which drops the half-mile swim. (229) 273-1668. HISTORIC HEARTLAND 2010 Georgia Gourd Society Annual Show & Sale, through Aug. 1, Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry. Gourd crafting, photo competitions, educational workshops, a silent auction and more. georgiagourdsociety.com. (770) 229-5530. Tim Taunton, through Aug. 9, Museum of Arts and Sciences, Macon. See fanciful figurative sculptures and paintings by this LaGrange College professor. moas.org. (478) 477-3232. Milledgeville Marketplace, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Hancock St. and Hwy. 22, Milledgeville. An upscale farmers market with Georgia-made and Georgiagrown products. (478) 414-4014. Sonny’s 7th Annual Fish Fry, Aug. 7, Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry. A casual event for the entire family with a live band and fried catfish. gnfa. com. (404) 463-7780. Magnolia Arabian Summer Sizzler Horse Show, Aug. 7-8, Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry. Watch Arabian horses as they strut their stuff. gnfa.com. (478) 955-3030. 5th Annual Athens PopFest, Aug. 10-14, downtown, Athens. Catch a show by rock and pop artists at venues around town. athenspopfest.com. Festival of Friends, Aug. 14, Morgan Memorial Hospital, August 2010 Madison. Cocktail party and silent auction to raise funds for the hospital. madisonga.org. (706) 752-1017. Fall Concert in Town Park, Aug. 16, 26, Madison Main Street, Madison. Enjoy live music with the whole family. madison ga.org. (706) 342-1251, ext. 208. Georgia Wildlife Federation 2010 Buck-A-Rama, Aug. 20-22, Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry. A hunting and outdoor sports exhibition for big and small game and migratory bird seasons. gwf.org. (770) 787-7887. State Masters Bowling Tournament for the Special Olympics, Aug. 20-22, Robins Air Force Base, Warner Robins. More than 800 athletes, 100 Unified Partners and 200 coaches participate in the 40th year of Georgia’s Special Olympics. spe cialolympicsga.org. (478) 9225100. CLASSIC SOUTH Candlelight Jazz Series, Aug, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Riverwalk, Augusta. Relax while listening to jazz along the Savannah River. www.gardencityjazz.com. 7th Annual Tom Watson Watermelon Festival, Aug. 7, Hickory Hill, Thomson. From seed spitting to melon rolling, enjoy games, prizes and fun for the whole family. hickory-hill. org. (706) 595-7777. Swamp Saturdays at Phinizy Swamp, Aug. 7, Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, Augusta. Hike a 2.5-mile trail to view wetlands and scenic outlooks. augustaga. gov. (706) 828-2109. 2010 Paddlefest, Aug. 21, the Boathouse, Augusta. Adventurers race with kayaks, canoes or rafts down the Savannah River. savan nahriverkeeper.org. (706) 7965025. Southern Music Fest, Aug. 28, Columbia County Amphitheater, Evans. Family fun with all kinds of music, face painting, moonwalk, shopping and food. (404) 890-0650. PLANTATION TRACE Summer Showcase and Invitation Exhibition, through Aug. 13, Thomasville Cultural Center, Thomasville. Showcase of works by regional artists including 2009 Best In Show winner Hank Fleck. thomasvillecul turalcenter.org. (229) 226-0588. First Thursdays, Aug. 5, downtown, Nashville. Carriage rides, music, food, shopping, antique car show and more. nashvillebht.com. (229) 686-9290. “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” August 5-8, 13-15, 19-21, Dosta Playhouse, Valdosta. The biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to life in this delightful musical parable. theatreguildvaldosta. com. (229) 247-8243. The Gandy Brothers Band & Big River Bluegrass in Concert, Aug. 7, Thomasville Municipal Auditorium, Thomasville. Tap your toe to these bluegrass and bluegrass gospel favorite bands. (866) 5773600. Pro angler Luke Clausen, of Gainesville 2010 Forrest Wood Cup, Aug. 5-8, Laurel Park, Lake Lanier, Gainesville.The top 78 qualifying pros fish for the prestigious championship title as well as a top award of up to $600,000. www.flwout doors.com/fwc. Summer Classic Movies at the Ritz, Aug. 1, Historic Ritz Theatre, Brunswick. Catch the classic film “Gone with the Wind.” goldenislesarts.org. (912) 262-6934. Georgia’s First Fourth, Aug. 7, Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah. Reading of the Declaration of Independence, plus musket firings, the forming of the militia and more. (912) 3533023. Cathead Creek to Darien Canoe Excursion, Aug. 7, 21, Fort King George Historic Site, Darien. Paddle through old rice canals and experience wildlife while taking in nature’s beauty. (912) 437-4770. Tools and Skills that Built a Colony, Aug. 28, Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah. See craft demonstrations such as woodworking, blacksmithing, cooking, weaving, flint knapping, leatherworking, woodsman skills, pewter casting and more. (912) 353-3023. Visit georgiamagazine.org for more listings or to post an event. Event details and cost subject to change; please verify before attending. Event listings subject to space availability. Events for the Nov. issue are due by Sept. 1, 2010 E-mail calendar@georgiaemc.com. 13 Miss Thomasville Scholarship Pageant 2011, Aug. 21, Thomasville Municipal Auditorium, Thomasville. Watch as ladies compete for the winning title and scholarships. missthomasville.org. (229) 4031363. MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS Art, Attitude and Accessories: 65th Anniversary Sale and Artist Reception, Aug. 6, 333 Cotton Avenue, Statesboro. A free event with a book signing by Vic D. Hubbard for “Cooking with Panache,” plus art, giveaways and prizes. (478) 743-3144. Farmers Market on Main, Aug. 7, 21, near Averitt Center for the Arts, Statesboro. Take a morning stroll and buy local crafts and produce from the area. averittcenterforthearts.org. (912) 764-7227. Slats and Poles, Aug. 20-Oct. 1, Averitt Center for the Arts, Statesboro. Featuring mixed media art by Wyoming-based artist Georgia Rowswell. artful hand.org. (229) 546-5183. GEORGIA’S COAST Annual Glynn County Art Teachers Exhibit, Aug. 1, Ritz Theatre Gallery, Brunswick. Exhibit celebrates the rich and diverse artwork by teachers in the community. goldenislesarts. org. (912) 262-6934. 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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Georgia Magazine - August 2010

Georgia Magazine - August 2010
Contents
Viewpoint
Mailbox
Picture This?
Georgia News
Calendar
Festival Guide
Currents
Warner Robins Hits a Home Run
More Little League Action
For the Birds
Around Georgia
My Georgia
Georgia Gardens
Georgia Cooks
Cookbook of the Month
Snapshot
Additional Snapshot Photos
Bonus Recipe of the Month

Georgia Magazine - August 2010