GHCA April 4 Reception for Artist Patti Petit

Georgia Heritage Center for the Arts in Tallulah Falls features artist Patti Petit during the month of April. Petit is a very creative potter and has developed two separate themes, showing how clay can be used in its many different forms. On display are Petit's sculptured international dolls in their traditional clothing and also replica designs of purses from the past.

There will be a reception Saturday April 4th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Center in Tallulah Falls. Petit’s work will be on display until April 29th.

April is the perfect time to enjoy “Splendor in The Grass or Out on a Limb” the theme shows that are in the main gallery. As usual the artists have been very creative in the treatment of this theme show, which continues until April 18th.

The Georgia Heritage Center for the Arts is located at 11785 Hwy 441 N in Tallulah Falls.
For information please call 706-219-2510. www.GeorgiaArtists.org

Dance Party this Friday

JOIN THE FUN ! LATIN DANCE PARTY this Friday, March 27, at the Center on Warwoman in Clayton. BEGINNER lessons in salsa, tango, rumba, cha cha, etc. ... plus open dancing. The fun starts at 7 p.m.; $5 per person; everyone invited.

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School Art & Soul performance showcase to benefit “Power House for Kids” child advocacy center

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School’s Rearden Theatre will be the scene of a spectacular arts extravaganza on Friday, May 15 to benefit FAITH’s Power House for Kids child advocacy center located in Toccoa. The benefit will feature a variety of music, dance, theatre, visual and industrial arts and include the best of both RGNS student and faculty talent.

Tickets for the Art & Soul benefit are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Kids under 5 will be admitted free. Tickets soon will be available at the Rabun, Habersham, and Stephens County Chambers of Commerce, the FAITH Thrift Store in downtown Clayton, and at the Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School bookstore. Doors will open at 6:30 PM on Friday, May 15 for the showcase.

Wine Highway Weekend

It's a great weekend to visit the Georgia Mountains! Visit our Northeast Georgia wineries and taste award winning wines grown and produced in our region.

The Winegrowers Association of Georgia sponsors it's fourth annual Wine Highway Weekend this Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22. There is a $20 charge per person, which is collected at the first winery visited. Travelers receive a "Wine Highway Weekend" collectors' glass, which gives admission to all participating wineries. Hours are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday and 12:30 - 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Stay and dine! Many restaurants are offering exceptional dining opportunities, including the Beechwood Inn and Lake Rabun Hotel, with overnight packages available at these properties and others. Please call for more information.

Take your camera along and capture the beautiful sights and views along the rolling countryside of the Northeast Georgia Mountains. We'd love to hear your comments.

PRECIOUS METAL CLAY JEWELRY WORKSHOP with Debi Snyder

Thursday ~ March 26
6:00-8:00 pm at the Globe Gallery
Make your own Earrings or Pendant!!

No Experience Necessary!~ Students will be introduced to Precious Metal Clay in this class learning basic techniques while creating a pendant or a pair of earrings. Every student will leave with a finished work of art! As a pliable material, PMC can be formed, rolled, surface textured...then fired to the melting point of metal. $ 65. includes PMC Kit plus clay & firing. Reserve your space by March 19th!! (706) 782-0071

"Crimes of the Heart" opens March 27

The North Georgia Community Players presents the play, "CRIMES OF THE HEART," a Pulitzer Prize winning play by Beth Henley, March 27-29 and again April 3.5. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 3:00 p.m.

It is a rare and enjoyable mix of adult comedy and melodramatic situations. Tickets for the show are $10 adults, $5 for children 11 and under. For ticket information, please call (706) 212-2500, e-mail: ngcptickets@windstream.net, or visit the website www.ngcommunityplayers.com

The Dillard Playhouse Theatre is located @ 892 Franklin Street, off #441 N (turn on Henry Dillard St., @ "The Dillard House" restaurant sign.)

Rick Claridad on FLYFISHING

A wonderful evening at the Globe with Rick Claridad

Come out on Friday, March 13, from 6-8 pm to hear Rick's stories about the art of casting as he demonstrates and shares his expertise with you. Rick will show his Vintage Travelogue/Slide Show, featuring flyfishing excursions around America, to Patagonia, and beyond.

Wine and Hors d'oeuvres will be served. Please RSVP to the Globe Gallery, 706.782.0071. The cost is $15 per person.

Handbuilding Clay Class at the Globe

Whimsical Birds-on-a-Stick

with area artist, Jean Stewart

Sunday, March 8 / 2-5 pm $45

No experience is necessary. Call the Globe Gallery at 706.782.0071 to reserve your space.