Old Russell County Courthouse Labor Day Fair
July 30, 2010 by SLitz
Filed under Fairs & Festivals
The Old Russell County Courthouse Labor Day Fair is an annual event that was established in 1975. Come enjoy arts, crafts, food, amusements, and live entertainment.
Formerly the Russell Co. Courthouse when Seale was county seat (1866–1943). Built in 1868, is one of oldest in state. Features Indian artifacts and paleontology display.
This event is free to the public!
When: Sep 6, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Where: Courthouse Square
Seale, AL 36875
Swim the Warm Springs. . .A Dip Into the Past
July 30, 2010 by SLitz
Filed under Outdoor Events
Experience the “Warmth of Warm Springs”
Bring your family and swim in the historic pools in Warms Springs, Georgia– the same pools used by President F.D. Roosevelt and other polio victims as a place for therapy!
September 4-6, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.
Normally kept empty for preservation, the shallow pools will be filled with naturally warm spring water, with 1.5-hour swim sessions beginning at 10 a.m.
Cost: $20 adults; $12.50 ages 6 to 17; Family Package-$75 (includes admission to Roosevelt’s Little White House)
Tickets to the swim may be purchased over the phone with credit card. Space is limited to 80 participants per session. Reservations are suggested. All remaining tickets will be sold first-come, first-served, based on availability.
* Children must be ages 6 and older to participate.
Where: Warm Springs, GA (Directions from Columbus — Take Highway 27A (Manchester Expressway) northeast to Warm Springs. Proceed through the City of Warm Springs and turn left at the traffic light, continuing north on 27A. Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation is approximately 1/4 mile on the left. Driving time from Columbus: 45 minutes.)
For more information: Contact: David Burke
Phone: 706-655-5870
E-mail: david.burke@dnr.state.ga.us
12th Annual Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival at Callaway Gardens
July 30, 2010 by SLitz
Filed under Fairs & Festivals, Outdoor Events
Spend Labor Day weekend watching the sky fill with color at Callaway Garden’s 12th Annual Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival.
September 3-5, 2010
This festive, old-fashioned weekend is highlighted by the extraordinary vision of a balloon glow on Friday evening, and morning and evening flights on Saturday and Sunday. Between balloon launches, the days are filled with entertainment, family activities, exhibits, demonstrations, music and more.
Info: For a schedule of events, Click Here
Where:
Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain, Georgia
For more information
Contact: Callaway Gardens
Phone: 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292)
E-mail: info@callawaygardens.com
* Balloon flights are very dependent on weather conditions including wind velocity and direction. Flights are made only when conditions are favorable for safe flights. Location, activities and time are subject to change.
2010 Movie on the Beach at Callaway
Once again, Callaway Gardens®’ Robin Lake Beach will become an outdoor cinema with a Movie on the Beach!
July 30, 2010 ~ Blind Side
Sept 4, 2010 ~ TBA
Dusk (9:15 p.m.)
Robin Lake’s sandy beach will be the seating and the stars the backdrop for evening’s viewing of the award-winning movie Blind Side. Projected onto an inflatable, 35-foot wide screen, the movie will be shown with a digital projection system with surround sound.
Prior to show time, guests can enjoy the 8 p.m. FSU Flying High Circus’s Friday night special show Spectacular. Guests may want to bring a blanket or lawn chair. The Beach Pavilion will be open for snacks and beverages prior to the movie.
Cost: Guests visiting the Gardens during the day will be admitted to the movie at no additional cost. Day admission is $18/adult; $9/child (ages six to 12); children five and younger are admitted for free.
Beginning at 6 p.m. admission is $9/adult; $4.50/child (ages six to 12); children five and younger are admitted for free. Admission will be complimentary for annual pass holders and military (active and retired with ID) and up to five guests in the same vehicle.
Info: 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).
