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Woodstock-Towne Lake Patch has plenty of events to fill your weekend planner when you are at a loss of ideas.Spend Friday evening in downtown Woodstock and enjoy the many restaurants and stores that the area has to offer as the Downtown Merchants stay open late. This Friday's theme is the Great Downtown Tailgate and you are invited to show your team spirit and wear your favorite team's gear to the event. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. participating merchants will have activities at their stores and throughout the downtown area related to the start of the football season. Events on tap include the L K T SPORTS ART Cornhole/Bean Bag Toss Tournament. The tournament will host 24 two person teams. First place …
Come downtown this evening dressed as your favorite movie or television character, musician, or other well known figure from 1969 and you could win a $100 Downtown Gift certificate in the Summer of Love costume contest. Just stop by the Woodstock Visitors Center between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. this Friday and have your picture taken in your costume. Your picture will be used for an online poll we will hold to select the best costume. You're not the dressing up type? You can still qualify for another $100 Downtown Gift Certificate when you shop during the event. For every $10 you spend at a …
1. LoCash CowboysWhere/When: The Park at City Center, Saturday from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.Why Go: The summer concert series continues with an opportunity for you to bring your whole family to enjoy live music on a blanket in the park.Pricing: Free 2. The Secret GardenWhere/When: Sequoyah High School, Today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.Why Go: The Academy Street Theatre Group, an arts program of the Cherokee County School District, has been rehearsing very hard to bring you a wonderful adaptation based on the 1909 novel.Pricing: $8 at the door. 3. Almost Elton John & The Rocket BandWhere/When: The …
1. 97.1 The River Wing and Rock FestWhere/When: City Park, Satuday 12:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.Why Go: There is a little something for everyone. From the Kidzone with slides and jumpies to the Paddy's Pub wing eating contest at 5:30 p.m. to all the live music and beer and margaritas, you will sure find something you like.Pricing: Free 2. Friday Night LiveWhere/When: City Park, Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.Why Go: This month's theme is Staycation, and Downtown Woodstock will remind you of ways to enjoy staying home for vacations. Merchants will have themed games and activities for the kids and …
1. Soldier DedicationWhere/When: City Park, Monday 10 a.m.Why Go: The City of Woodstock is having a ceremony for Army Spc. Gary Lee Nelson III's family in the City Park. It's a great way to celebrate Memorial Day by honoring Woodstock's latest fallen soldier. There will be bands, ROTC teams, bagpipes and a dedication of Nelson's name to the memorial.Pricing: Free 2. Canton Memorial Day ActivitiesWhere/When: Georgia National Cemetery, Saturday 11 a.m.Why Go: The Georgia National Cemetery will hold a ceremony to honor those who have fought for this country. Guest speakers will speak on behalf …
1. Edwin McCainWhere/When: Lower Level of the City Park, Saturday 7:30 p.m.Why Go: Edwin McCain kicks off the summer concert series this weekend with a free show in Downtown Woodstock.Pricing: Free 2. Whose Line Is It, Woodstock?Where/When: Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m.Why Go? The Elm Street Players and the iThink improv troupe present an opportunity to the audience to help make the show happen.Pricing: $11 general admission; $10 seniors and students; $9 children 3. Hot Yoga ClassWhere/When: Ember Yoga, Saturday 4 p.m.Why Go: Try out a 75-minute hot yoga …
1. Opening Race WeekendWhere/When: Dixie SpeedwayWhy Go: See the first race for the 42nd season and a percentage of the tickets will also go to American Red Cross to aid victims of the recent tornados that devastated communities throughout the Southeast.Pricing: $10 2. Friday Night LiveWhere/When: Downtown Woodstock, Friday 6-9 p.m.Why Go: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo a day late with a variety of music ranging from a Mariachi Band, karaoke and live bands lining the streets. You can also win $100 just from shopping downtown from Main Street Woodstock. Take your receipt to the Visitor's Center and …
1. Earth DayWhere/When: City Park, Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Why Go: Go "green" while listening to live music, eating good food, touring numerous vendors and letting the kids play in the moon walk.Pricing: Free 2. The Secret GardenWhere/When: City Center, Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.Why Go: Watch the Elm Street Players musically bring The Secret Garden to life.Pricing: $9, Buy Tickets 3. Improv NightWhere/When: Cotton Mill Deli, Friday 7-9 p.m.Why Go: It's good coffee and good entertain from the Elm Street Players in one location.Pricing: Free 4. Mr. EtowahWhere/When: Etowah …
1. Secret Garden Tea PartyWhere/When: Tea Leaves n Thyme, Friday at 4:30 p.m.Why Go: The Elm Street Cultural Arts Village will present The Secret Garden during a tea party in Downtown Woodstock.Pricing: $20, includes teas and treats 2. Dean's Store Birthday PartyWhere/When: Dean's Store, Saturday at 1 p.m.Why Go: Celebrate the 105th anniversary of the Dean's Store with bluegrass, food, surprises and a visit from Linton Dean's grandson Jim Drinkard.Pricing: Free 3. Junk DayWhere/When: Woodstock Market, Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Why Go: Dig through garage sale, flea market and overstock items …
1. The Tropical Dreams Singles DanceWhere/When: Woodstock United Methodist Church, Today from 8 p.m. to midnightWhy Go: Meet other local singles while having a good time listening to music and mingling.Pricing: $10 2. Women's Cycling ClinicWhere/When: Blankets Creek Trails, Sixes Road, Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Why Go: It's a free ride on cool bikes with beautiful scenery. Why not?Pricing: Free 3. Ballroom Dance PartyWhere/When: Cherokee Rhythm and Smooth, Today from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.Why Go: It's a fun opportunity to dance with friends and learn some new moves while you are at it.…
1. Friday Night Live's 80s NightWhere/When: Downtown Woodstock, 6-9 p.m. today.Why Go: Dress up in your favorite 80s costume and get a chance to win a $50 gift to any participating downtown business. Most of the downtown businesses will have refreshments and activities for the whole family.Pricing: Free. 2. Woodstock Market & ShowWhere/When: Woodstock Market , Friday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Why Go: From vintage collectables to furniture to art, there is a little bit of everything for everyone at this outdoor show.Pricing: Free to browse. 3. Irish …
