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Youth Fellowship
2019-04-17 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Big Canoe Chapel, 226 Wolfscratch Village Circle, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
http://www.bigcanoechapel.org/event/youth-worship-night-20/

Foothills Bible Study and Egg Hunt
2019-04-17 18:00
Join us tonight at 6 PM for Bible study and our children’s Easter egg hunt at Foothills Community Church! Dinner at 5 pm! www.foothillscommunitychurch.org

Teen Anime Club
2019-04-17 15:30 - 16:30 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Come munch on Pizza, watch an Anime series or Movie and discuss Anime and Manga. For teens 14-18.

Little Hands Art Class
2019-04-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-04-10 11:00 - 11:30 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Join us for a quick story and a toddler-friendly art project.
Warning: We may give your toddler paint. Dress accordingly.
For children 18 months- 4 years old.

Origami Club
2019-04-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Master the ancient art of origami! Supplies included and all ages welcome!
http://chestateelibrary.org/calendar/action~oneday/exact_date~4-16-2019/

Teen Cupcake Battle
2019-04-15 18:00 | Gilmer County Library, 268 Calvin Jackson Dr, Ellijay, GA, 30540, United States
Unleash your creativity as you race against the clock to frost and decorate book-themed cupcakes! All supplies provided. Grades 6-12

Hungry Caterpillar Planting Party! (Canceled)
2019-04-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Dahlonega Butterfly Farm, 427 Castleberry Bridge Rd., Dahlonega, GA, 30534, United States
Learn about butterfly host plants as we plant a variety of native plants in our Caterpillar Habitat!
The plants will grow for years to come (and you can visit to check on them!)
We will have refreshments and prize giveaways.
Bring your garden gloves. (Tools will be supplied).

EGGstravaganza (CANCELED)
2019-04-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Warbington Farms, 5555 Crow Rd, Cumming, 30041, United States
EGGstravaganza: April 13, 14, 19 & 20
Join us for an “EGGstravagant” day at the farm.
Admission is $11 kids and $5 adults.
Included in admission is
-Egg hunt & prizes
-Visit with Easter Bunny & characters
-Unlimited play in our fun park area with our “hey” ride, petting zoo, inflatables, jumping pillow, swings & more! (regular farm admission is $9 kids and $5 adults).
-LOTS of family farm fun.
Olaf, All THREE PJ Masks, Poppy Troll and Marshall Paw Patrol will be joining us this year!
More INFO:
-Bigger and better than last year!
-Bring your own basket for hunting eggs and don’t forget your camera.
-We will have an Easter photo opt area with breathtaking views in the background where you can take own picture with your own camera
-Easter props and “photo booth” area to take silly and fun pictures.
–Choose between four egg hunts on April 13 and 20: 11:00, 12:30, 2:00. and 3:30
-On April 14 the egg hunt times will be at 1:30 and 3:00.
-Younger kids will have a separate area to hunt eggs
-Prize eggs will include coupons to farm, free slushies, and MUCH more!
–The farm will be open from 10am-5pm on Saturday, April 13 and 20 and from 12pm-5pm on Sunday, April 14.
-Purchase tickets at the gate.
Tax will be added to all prices.
This is NOT a rain-or-shine event. In the case of inclement weather, please check the Farm’s Facebook page wall for announcements of unexpected closings. Weather-influenced cancellations will be made on or before 9:00 a.m. on the date of the event.

13th Annual Apple Blossom Wagon Ride and Farm Tour
2019-04-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2019-04-13 10:00 - 17:00
LOAD UP THE FAMILY AND COME OUT FOR A WAGON RIDE AND FARM TOUR THROUGH THE ORCHARD!
We’re so excited to be able to continue the Apple Blossom Weekend for Saturday April 13th and Sunday April 14th!
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You and your family can enjoy a **FREE** ride through the orchard. The apple blossoms will be at their prettiest!
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Daily Hours
Market and Bakery: 8:30~6:00
Cafe: 11:00~4:00

Tate Easter Egg Hunt
2019-04-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Bell’s Family Pharmacy & Mimi’s Eats & Treats, 4875A Hwy 53 East, Tate, GA, 30177, United States
Join us on April 13th for an Easter Egg hunt!! April is Child Abuse awareness month, and the lovely stores in Tate have gotten together to put on an Easter Egg hunt to bring awareness. While the Easter Egg hunt is free there will be several spots for donations to our very own @preventchildabusepickens . They do so much for the children in our community and this is our way to give back! Join us for Easter Egg hunts, Face-Painting, Petting Zoo and more!!

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM – Under 4 Egg Hunt

2:45 PM – 3:15 PM – 5 – 9 Egg Hunt

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM – 10 and Up Egg Hunt

Junior Tennis Clinics
2019-04-13 12:00 - 14:00, 2019-04-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Big Canoe Racquet Club, 36 Wolfscratch Rd, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
Saturday afternoons throughout the school year
The Racquet Club
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (ages 4-6)
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (ages 10-15)
The Saturday clinics will focus on the fundamentals of tennis strokes and play while in a fun and positive environment. We look forward to ensuring that kids enjoy tennis throughout the school year.
The cost is $90 per person for six weeks, or you can register for a single session ($15).
Call the Racquet Club at (706) 268-3367 with questions, to sign up, or if it rains to see if it will be rescheduled or held indoors.

EGGstravaganza
2019-04-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Warbington Farms, 5555 Crow Rd, Cumming, 30041, United States
EGGstravaganza: April 13, 14, & 20
Join us for an “EGGstravagant” day at the farm.
Admission is $11 kids and $5 adults.
Included in admission is
-Egg hunt & prizes
-Visit with Easter Bunny & characters
-Unlimited play in our fun park area with our “hey” ride, petting zoo, inflatables, jumping pillow, swings & more! (regular farm admission is $9 kids and $5 adults).
-LOTS of family farm fun.
Olaf, All THREE PJ Masks, Poppy Troll and Marshall Paw Patrol will be joining us this year!
More INFO:
-Bigger and better than last year!
-Bring your own basket for hunting eggs and don’t forget your camera.
-We will have an Easter photo opt area with breathtaking views in the background where you can take own picture with your own camera
-Easter props and “photo booth” area to take silly and fun pictures.
–Choose between four egg hunts on April 13 and 20: 11:00, 12:30, 2:00. and 3:30
-On April 14 the egg hunt times will be at 1:30 and 3:00.
-Younger kids will have a separate area to hunt eggs
-Prize eggs will include coupons to farm, free slushies, and MUCH more!
–The farm will be open from 10am-5pm on Saturday, April 13 and 20 and from 12pm-5pm on Sunday, April 14.
-Purchase tickets at the gate.
Tax will be added to all prices.
This is NOT a rain-or-shine event. In the case of inclement weather, please check the Farm’s Facebook page wall for announcements of unexpected closings. Weather-influenced cancellations will be made on or before 9:00 a.m. on the date of the event.

Touch A Truck
2019-04-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Mercier Orchards, 8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge, GA, United States
Farm days at Mercier Orchards is an opportunity for the whole family to experience life on the farm. It’s an educational and fun experience for all ages. Something you don’t want to miss out on!
On Saturday, April 13th 10am to 4pm you will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with big trucks, heavy equipment, first responder vehicles, a helicopter, and hummer! It’s a great hands-on experience!
You Can Also Look Forward To:
-Free samples in the market
-Live music
-Face painting for the kids
-Bite Me Booth (aka apple bobbing with a twist)
-Dairy goats, mini pigs, chickens, ducks, rabbits and more!
Educational Demonstrations On:
-Quilt stitching
-Cane Pole Making
-Folk Apothic
-Honey Playdough
-Recycling
ADMISSION IS COMPLETELY FREE!
We will have a variety of special treats and snacks for purchase. This is going to be a fun-filled day for everyone.
RSVP to let us know you will be joining us on the 13th.
*This event will take place rain or shine. If it does rain outside activities may be canceled or postponed for your safety. But we will still have great things happening in the market.

Farm Animal Fun Day
2019-04-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Hardman Farm Historic Site, 143 Highway 17, Sautee Nacoochee, 30571, United States
Over the years, Hardman Farm has been the home to several species of livestock. Come visit some furry friends here on the Farm as we continue our journey to “bring the farm to life” and keep the American agricultural experience alive.

Animal encounters are free with site admission. Site admission includes a tour of the Mansion and Farm.

Admission: Adults: $12, Seniors (63+): $10, Youth (6-17): $7, Children under 6: Free. Plus tax.

Things To Do & See

“Historic Estate” Guided Tour — on the hour
Self-Guided Tour — does not include mansion entry
Gazebo-Topped Indian Mound
Dairy Barn

Popcorn Penguin's Balloons @ Fajita Grill in Dawsonville
2019-04-12 18:00 - 21:00

Youth Fellowship
2019-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Big Canoe Chapel, 226 Wolfscratch Village Circle, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
http://www.bigcanoechapel.org/event/youth-worship-night-19/

Pajama Storytime
2019-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Put on your snuggliest pajamas and join us at Dawson County Library at 6:00 for stories, crafts and snacks! Fun for the whole family.
http://chestateelibrary.org/calendar/action~oneday/exact_date~1554782400/request_format~html/

Tiny Tot Tuesday
2019-04-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Outside the Lines! Art Studio, 31 Jack Heard Rd Suite 100, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
🐰Tiny Tot Story Time🎨 –
Every Tuesday at 11 a.m. we read a story to your tiny tot & they paint one of our Tiny Tots!
🐰Sign-up & save – Only $10 with online @ https://placefull.com/tiny-tot-tuesday–storytime
OR
🐰Drop-in – $12-$15 depending on the piece your tot chooses!

Chick-fil-A Family Night
2019-04-08 17:00 - 20:00
Join us tonight at Chick-fil-A in Dawsonville for Family Night with a special balloon artist guest from 5-8pm!
Receive a FREE 4 count kid’s nugget meal or 1 count strip kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal from 5-8pm!

Spring Break @ Fort Mtn
2019-04-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Fort Mountain State Park, 181 Fort Mountain Park Road, Chatsworth, GA, 30705
Sunday
1pm-4pm CCC Fire Tower Open

Swimming Sea Turtle Canvas
2019-04-06 14:30 - 16:00 | Outside the Lines! Art Studio, 31 Jack Heard Rd Suite 100, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
We are “turtley” in love with this canvas!!!

This is FUN art, not FINE art!
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!!!

Art for Everyone!!
We guide you step-by-step & stroke-by-stroke!
NO drawing or writing skills needed!

Bond with your bestie, come with a group or come on your own and meet some new friends!!!

Ages 8+
ALL painters MUST be registered.
https://placefull.com/swimming-sea-turtle-7

This a drop off event. LIMITED availability.

CANVAS SIZE: 12″ x 12″
TIME TO PAINT: approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

Spring Break @ Fort Mtn
2019-04-06 12:00 - 21:30 | Fort Mountain State Park, 181 Fort Mountain Park Road, Chatsworth, GA, 30705
From April 3rd to April 7th Fort Mountain will have activities for the family. The Imagination Playground, fishing ($2), games, and crafts ($3) will be available by the Lake, Friday night there will be a Sunset Hike to the West Overlook ($3). Saturday we will have archery ($10), a scavenger hunt, and a movie.
Saturday
12pm Scavenger Hunt
1pm-4pm CCC Fire Tower Open
3pm Archery $10
8pm Movie

Spring Festival
2019-04-06 12:00 - 17:00 | Fort Yargo State Park, 210 South Broad Street, Winder, GA, 30680, United States
Kick off Spring at our Spring Festival! Festivities will be held from 12:00-5:00 pm at the Lake Pavilion and will include live music, crafts, and more.

$5 park pass required. Dogs welcome on leashes.

Schedule · Saturday, April 6, 2019

12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

Charlie Elliot Wildlife Center Presentation

12:30 PM – 1:45 PM

Caroline Monroe Boyd

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Charlie Elliot Wildlife Center Presentation

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

How to Plant a Pollinator Garden with Barrow County UGA Extension Office – Registration Required.
Follow the link for registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pollinator-planter-workshop-tickets-59127502953

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM

Juicebox Heroes

3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

“To Be Announced”

Parking fee: $5

Things To Do & See

Biking
Boating — private boats permitted, 10 HP limit
Disc Golf (fee) — annual passes available
Educational Programs
Fishing
Geocaching
Hiking — 20.5 miles of trails
Miniature Golf (fee)
Muddy Spokes Club
Picnicking
Swimming
Weddings — park approval required
Jon Boat, Kayak, Canoe, Stand-Up Paddleboard & Pedal Boat Rental — April to October (weekends only in Apr, May, Aug, Sept)

Build a Birdhouse @ Home Depot
2019-04-06 09:00 - 12:00
Encourage a love for nature and ornithology in our hands-on workshop where you and your child can build a birdhouse. Your young birdwatcher can observe birds’ behaviors like nest building and provide them a safe place to eat without the need for expensive equipment.
Once your birdhouse is built, your child can decorate it with paint and stickers.
All Kids Workshop attendees must be accompanied by a parent or adult at all times.
All kids get to keep their craft, receive a Free certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.

Poppy the Pig (Canvas)
2019-04-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Outside the Lines! Art Studio, 31 Jack Heard Rd Suite 100, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Such a sweet face would make this painting a welcome addition to any farmhouse decor.

This is FUN art, not FINE art!
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!!!

Art for Everyone!!
We guide you step-by-step & stroke-by-stroke!
NO drawing or writing skills needed!

Bond with your bestie, come with a group or come on your own and meet some new friends!!!

Bring your favorite snack & beverage and sit back, relax and create!

Recommended age 8yrs+

Spring Break @ Fort Mtn
2019-04-05 13:00 - 19:30 | Fort Mountain State Park, 181 Fort Mountain Park Road, Chatsworth, GA, 30705
From April 3rd to April 7th Fort Mountain will have activities for the family. The Imagination Playground, fishing ($2), games, and crafts ($3) will be available by the Lake, Friday night there will be a Sunset Hike to the West Overlook ($3). Saturday we will have archery ($10), a scavenger hunt, and a movie.
Friday 1pm-3pm
Imagination Playground
5pm Fishing $2
7pm Sunset Hike to the West Overlook $3

Dance & Move at the Library
2019-04-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Pickens County Library, 100 Library Lane, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
In honor of Spring Break, all ages and families are invited to come dance, move, and shake a tambourine! All children aged 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
