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March 2011 coMpiled by aMy Saxon and Katie conKle COnyers Cherry BlOssOM FestIvAl Welcome, spring! A and bike scenic trails. dirtyspokes.com. (770) 867-3489. Annual Huge Indoor Yard Sale, March 19, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hartwell. Flea market items, plants, baked goods, raffle. (706) 376-3476. “Honk!” March 19-20, Lonnie Burns Fine Arts Center, Hartwell. The musical telling of “The Ugly Duckling.” savannahriverpro duction.org. (706) 376-7397. Appalachian Trail Community Celebration, March 22, Walasi-Yi Center, Blairsville. Music, refreshments and guided hikes commemorate Blairsville’s new designation as an Appalachian Trail Community. geor gia-atclub.org. (706) 835-1755. Casting for a Cure: Bass Fishing Tournament, March 27, Little Hall, Lake Lanier. Tourney supporting the Susan G. Komen Foundation and breast cancer awareness. (770) 345-1937. Fort Yargo Colonial Market Faire, March 31-April 3, Fort Yargo State Park, Winder. “Living history” event featuring vendors, artisans and entertainers. (770) 867-3489. s sunlight stretches a little longer, and anticipation grows with every warm breeze, Georgians watch quiet towns come alive with the special traditions that make every spring memorable. This year, celebrate the beauty of cherry blossoms at Macon’s International Cherry Blossom Festival, March 18-27, and the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival, March 26-27. Scheduled events at both celebrations include festive parades, kids’ activities, concerts, arts and crafts and more. —Amy Saxon 30th Annual Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival, March 26-27, Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers. Features 300 artists and crafters, dance, food, face painting, scavenger hunts, strolling entertainment and more. conyerscherryblossomfest.com. (770) 860-4188. Macon’s International Cherry Blossom Festival, March 18-27, downtown, Macon. Join the “pinkest party on earth” featuring hot-air balloons, arts, family activities, food, music, decorator showhouse tours, a road race, fireworks and more than 300,000 Yoshino cherry trees in bloom. www.cherryblossom.com. (478) 751-7429. MUltiple locationS Peaches to Beaches Yard Sale, March 1112, multiple locations, Perry to Brunswick. Search for antiques, collectibles and hidden treasures in this yard sale that stretches along Highway 341. peachestothebeaches. com. (478) 988-8000. The Harlem Renaissance, through March 5, Wayne County Library, Jesup; March 7-11, Ida Hilton Library, Darien. Traveling exhibit featuring the writers of Harlem’s great arts and culture flowering of the 1920s. trrl.org. (912) 262-1212. culinary tips, swag bags, shopping, door prizes and more. www.tasteofhome.com. (423) 290-4942. “Singing Psalms: Poetry and Prayer,” March 20, Canton First UMC, Canton. The 70-voice strong Cherokee Chorale debuts the dramatic and inspirational music of Leonard Bernstein. cherokeechorale.org. (678) 439-8625. Early Spring Wildflower Hikes, March 20, 27; April 3, Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs. Moderately strenuous twomile, ranger-led hike through wildflower habitats. gastateparks.org. (770) 732-5871. Casino Royale 2011, March 26, Trevitt Hall, Dalton. Elegant evening of cocktails, blackjack and games to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. casinoroyale.kintera.org. (706) 275-0819. Northwest Georgia Women’s Expo, March 26, Clarence Brown Conference Center, Cartersville. Learn about staying fit, fashion, finances, cuisine. nwgawomensexpo. com. (770) 365-8310. atlanta Metro “The Curious Savage,” through March 5, St. James’ Episcopal Church, Marietta. A comedy presented by the Polk Street Players. (770) 218-9669. “The Big Bang,” through March 6, ART Station, Stone Mountain. Hysterical musical story of the history of the world. artstation. org. (770) 469-1105. hiStoric hiGh coUntry Jeff Galloway’s Running School, March 3, Berry College, Rome. Receive an individual analysis on form and great advice for running faster, building endurance and meeting goals. jeffgalloway.com. (800) 2002771. Berry College Half Marathon, March 5, Berry College, Rome. berry.edu. (706) 3466223. Daily and Vincent, March 11, Copeland Hall, Bowdon. Bluegrass music. bowdonser toma.com. (770) 301-4923. Shamrock City, March 13-14, Rock City, Lookout Mountain. Annual Irish festival featuring live music, themed food and beverages and more. seerockcity.com. (706) 820-2531. Taste of Home Cooking School, March 19, NorthWest Georgia Trade & Convention Center, Dalton. Two-hour cooking school, 10 northeaSt GeorGia MoUntainS Cartographic, through March 15, Roy C. Moore Art Gallery, Gainesville State College, Gainesville. Featuring works by six artists. (678) 717-3438. Mountain High Arts Exhibit, through March 27, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, Helen. helenarts.org. (706) 878-3933. Dirty Spokes Duathlon, March 12, Fort Yargo State Park, Winder. Participants run More online at www.georgiamagazine.org Publix Georgia Marathon, March 20, Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta. Includes full marathon, half marathon, 5K and a kids’ run. georgiamara thon.com. (404) 832-0786. 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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Georgia Magazine - March 2011

Georgia Magazine - March 2011
Contents
Viewpoint
Mailbox
Picture This?
Georgia News
Calendar
Currents
Georgia’s Energy Outlook
Special Energy Report
A Balancing Act
Right on Key
Around Georgia
Georgia@Home
My Georgia
Gardens
Georgia Cooks
Snapshot

Georgia Magazine - March 2011