Events
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- Details on Additional Events Coming Soon!
July -- "Spitfire Grill" performed by the Washington Little Theater; September -- Cruise-In on the Square; October -- "Resthaven Revisited" by the Washington Little Theater in the Resthaven Cemetery. Details about these events and others will be posted on this page when dates/times are finalized.
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- Civil War Roundtable
The Fitzpatrick Hotel
The Washington-Wilkes Civil War Round Table meets the 4th Monday evening of each month (except December). Each monthly meeting includes dinner and an entertaining guest speaker. Cost $10.00. Please contact Claibourne Darden for reservations at 404-210-5811 or claibourne@darden-atlanta.net.
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25 May 2013 - Color and Composition Art Class with artist Bob Connely
Connely Gallery
For more information contact Laura Connely at 706-678-5638
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6 June 2013 - Writing Class with Eric Johnson
Connely Gallery
For more information contact Laura Connely at 706-678-5638
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8 June 2013 - Saturday Cruise-In (10am to 2pm)
Blackmon Auto Parts, 902 E. Robert Toombs Ave.
Come to Washington, Georgia, the second Saturday of the month, March – October, bring your ride or come and look at what’s going on with old and restored cars. For more information contact Dave at dtoburen@gmail.com
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15 June 2013 - "3D Clay Day" clay sculpture Class with Bob Connely
Connely Gallery
For more information contact Laura Connely at 706-678-5638
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22 June 2013 - Pine Straw Basket Weaving with Zena Zehran
Connely Gallery
For more information contact Laura Connely at 706-678-5638
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27 June 2013 - Glass Fusion with Anne Singletary
Connely Gallery
For more information contact Laura Connely at 706-678-5638
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29 June 2013 - Robert Toombs House Living History program
Robert Toombs House
Visitors become a part of an historic event brought to life by the living history performers, "Robert Toombs Family and Friends." Documented programming information from biographies, letters, and other historical information.
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3 July 2013 - Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks
On the Square
The Washington-Wilkes Independence Day celebration will begin at 6:00pm with live entertainment by Steel Cross. Fireworks will begin at dark.
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13 July 2013 - Saturday Cruise-In (10am to 2pm)
Blackmon Auto Parts, 902 E. Robert Toombs Ave.
Come to Washington, Georgia, the second Saturday of the month, March – October, bring your ride or come and look at what’s going on with old and restored cars. Info: Dave at dtoburen@gmail.com
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10 August 2013 - Saturday Cruise-In (10am to 2pm)
Blackmon Auto Parts, 902 E. Robert Toombs Ave.
Come to Washington, Georgia, the second Saturday of the month, March – October, bring your ride or come and look at what’s going on with old and restored cars. Info: Dave at dtoburen@gmail.com
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14 September 2013 - Cruise-in on the Square Antique Car Show
On the Square
Antique cars and trucks cruise onto the square for display from 6-9pm. This event is free and open to the public,. Pease visit www.memorylanecruisersga.com for more information.
If you would like to enter your car for display, you may do so with a $10.00 registration fee by coming one hour before the Cruise-In begins.
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5 October 2013 - "Resthaven Revisited" Outdoor Cemetery Drama
Resthaven Cemetery
Stroll through this historic Washington, GA cemetery and meet some of its most famous residents. Their dramatic tales will haunt you for a LIFEtime!
Performance Date: Saturday, October 5th. Performance Times: 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Performances begin every 20 minutes. The entire cemetery drama walk is 60 minutes. No Reservations Required. Tickets: $10 Adults and $5.00 Students. Please bring a flashlight to the evening performances
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12 October 2013 - Saturday Cruise-In (10am to 2pm)
Blackmon Auto Parts, 902 E. Robert Toombs Ave.
Come to Washington, Georgia, the second Saturday of the month, March – October, bring your ride or come and look at what’s going on with old and restored cars. Info: Dave at dtoburen@gmail.com
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12 October 2013 - Mule Days Festival
Callaway Plantation
Held the second Saturday in October. A celebration of plantation life in the Old South with mule contests, primitive demonstrations, food, an arts & crafts show, and fun for the whole family. Held at Callaway Plantation. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce
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2 November 2013 - 9th Annual Artfest sponsored by the Washington Wilkes Art Foundation
On the Square
An unforgettable weekend in the classic antebellum community of Washington, Georgia celebrating original art representing media ranging from photography to painting, ceramics to sculpture. The arts festival, FREE TO THE PUBLIC & will be held on and around the Historic Town Square Green. For more information visit www.washingtonwilkesarts.org
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9 November 2013 - I'd Rather Be In Tignall Fall Festival (10am to 3pm)
Independence Street, Tignall
Each year on the first Saturday of November the town of Tignall and the North Wilkes Steering Committee host a Fall Festival aimed at promoting their community and their families. This family affair has lots of Food, Fun, Arts & Crafts and Live Music. Held from 10:00am-4:00pm. at the old Tignall School grounds located on Independence St. Contact Gloria Ware 706-285-2058 or Carolyn Gammon 706-285-2736.
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19 November 2013 - Candlelight Shopping
On the Square
Held the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in November. Downtown comes alive with luminaries, special evening shopping hours and sales, free refreshments, and entertainment. Sponsored by the Downtown Merchants.
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26 November 2013 - Christmas Dinner and Tour
Held the second Saturday in December. Features a number of private homes open only for this tour. This wonderful holiday dinner and tour will be the highlight of your Christmas season. Sponsored by the Washington-Wilkes Historical Foundation. Visit www.historyofwilkes.org for more information
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14 December 2013 - Robert Toombs House Living History program
Robert Toombs House
On the second Saturday in December the Toombs House living history program focuses on an actual Christmas event in Toombs life found in biographies, letters, and other written information.
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14 December 2013 - Christmas at Callaway
Callaway Plantation
Held the second Saturday in December. Come enjoy a plantation Christmas the way the first settlers of Wilkes County experienced it.
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8 February 2014 - Revolutionary Days Celebration
Parade, re-enactment of the Battle of Kettle Creek, and wreath Ceremony at Kettle Creek Battle Site. Details of event times will be posted as they are confirmed.
