Arts Center puts pastels on display for members’ exhibition
Story by Tasha Biggers, Gainesville Times The vibrant colors of pastel paintings will cover the walls of the Quinlan Visual Arts Center today at the opening reception for the Southeastern Pastel Society 2011 Juried Members’ Exhibition. Ronald Pircio of Lawrenceville, the SPS Exhibition Chairman, helped hang the works for the show, which will be on... Read More Read More
Milkshake-a-thon benefits Cystic Fibrosis Society
Story courtesy of Brandee A. Thomas, Gainesville Times Although she could’ve asked for a new doll or bicycle, a Charlotte Snyder is asking for something much simpler for her birthday. Instead of gifts, the 6-year-old is asking people to purchase a milkshake. Charlotte, who has cystic fibrosis, has decided to host a milkeshake-a-thon in lieu... Read More Read More
A Magical Night of Star Gazing at Elachee
Stars Over Elachee: Secret Stars of Harry Potter Learn connections between stars and characters in the “Harry Potter” series, learn to use a telescope and read a star chart. Reservations required 5:45-7:45 p.m. Saturday, February 19th 6:15-8:15 p.m. March 12 7:30-9:30 p.m. April 16 Elachee Nature Science Center 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville $10 adults, $5... Read More Read More
It’s A Wonderful Life – LIVE Radio Play – Tonight in Flowery Branch
By Jennifer Jackson Whitley – For The Times Take a step back to the 1950s, where families sat around a pictureless box to listen instead of watch — hard to imagine, isn’t it? Before Xbox, Internet and HDTVs, the most popular form of leisure was found in radio, and that entertainment returns this weekend with Fifth... Read More Read More
Singin’ In the Rain presented LIVE by Gainesville Theatre Alliance
Considered by many to be the gold standard in Hollywood musicals, this American screen gem comes to the GTA stage with all the charm, laughs and brilliant dance numbers that made it an MGM classic in 1952. Singin’ in the Rain’ pokes delightful fun at the panic in Hollywood as silent screen stars try to... Read More Read More
Whose Team Are You On? Edward or Jacob?
In celebration of the Halloween season, Hall County Parks and Leisure will host a free movie tonight, Saturday, October 16th at River Forks Park. Come out for some blood sucking cinema under the stars as they screen “Twilight” Admission is FREE Popcorn and drinks will be sold, but you are also welcome to bring a... Read More Read More
Brenau Celebrates Chopin, Schumann and Barber with Live Performances
A week full of music celebrating Robert Schumann (born 1810), Frederic Chopin (born 1810) and Samuel Barber (born 1910) will be hosted on the campus of Brenau University. Admission is FREE to this series of musical events to be held October 18-26th Monday, 7:30 p.m. General Recital Brenau University’s Pearce Auditorium. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Faculty... Read More Read More
Out and About – Lake Lanier Islands Resort Lights the Way to a Fun October
Article – Hall County Magazine Written by – Kassie Bolling Ghosts and Goblins and Werewolves… OH MY! During a month most commonly associated with fall leaves, pumpkins, Halloween, and the commemoration of all things frightening the world over, Georgia’s Lake Lanier Islands Resort is making plans to give Hall County families a whole new way... Read More Read More
Chicopee Agricultural Center Hosts Cowboys and Cowgirls
The Peach state mounted Shooters will descend upon the Chicopee Ag Center again this October for another shoot out event. Spectators to this FREE event will enjoy the horsemanship on display when riders and their steeds take on the obstacle course where six guns are flying and hooves are kicking up dust. Check out the... Read More Read More
Get Your Motor Running at Car Show in Oakwood
This Saturday, October 9th a car show to benefit a good cause will be happening right off Exit 16 (I-985) in Oakwood. 1st Annual Secret Santa Car Show Proceeds will benefit the Secret Santa toy drive that brings Christmas cheer to needy children in the area. All types of cars will be on display- classic... Read More Read More
