Kara's Great Getaways and Much Much More ~~~~ Where to Go What to Do: Wisked Away to Watkinsville ~

Kara's Great Getaways and Much Much More ~~~~ Where to Go What to Do: Wisked Away to Watkinsville ~: "Let me start by saying there aren't enough adjectives to help me put into words this incredible weekend at this delightful location. I am so..."

Wisked Away to Watkinsville

Looking for ways to reunite with friends and family while making unforgettable memories? Check out Kara's take on a girlfriend's getaway weekend to Watkinsville!

Kara's Great Getaways and Much Much More ~~~~ Where to Go What to Do: Wisked Away to Watkinsville ~: "Let me start by saying there aren't enough adjectives to help me put into words this incredible weekend at this delightful location."

It’s a year for firsts in Oconee County!

As if there wasn’t already plenty of reasons to plan a trip to Oconee County, 2011 brings two more BIG events to invoke that visit or return. Whether you’re looking for a challenge or just a relaxing – fun filled day on the farm, Oconee is your one stop destination for a great getaway. Plan your next visit around these great dates!

Saturday, April 30th; Washington Farms is hosting their first annual strawberry festival. This festival will be an all encompassing strawberry extravaganza with farm vendors, games and activities including: hay rides, animal races, jumping pillow, petting zoo, and many more. Visit Washington Farms for additional details.

Saturday, May 7th; the Oconee Cycling Organization is hosted the first annual Tour D’Oconee. This year’s theme will be ‘Tame the Lion’ (lion shaped route) and hundreds of cyclists will descend upon Watkinsville, Ga. to try out their whips at taming this beast in Oconee. The primary course is 62 miles with 2,850 ft of climbs! There are optional routes of 15, 25, & 35 miles. So, If you think you can handle it, sign up today at the Oconee County Cycling Organization

For the best rates and discount offers at the Marriott SpringHill Suites or The Ashford Manor Bed and Breakfast, contact us at 706-769-5196 for this year’s promotions.

http://www.visitoconee.com/

New Visit Oconee Website

We have given the Oconee County - Watkinsville tourism website a face life!! In this site we have included a new blog for visitors to learn about what's new and ways to plan that perfect getaway to the heart of the south. Join us and stay up to date with the ongoing event in the area, by visiting: http://www.visitoconee.com/


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Enter If You Dare!!!!

Main Street Watkinsville will be hosting its annual family trick-or-treating this Saturday from 4-6pm. Come join us for a free spooktacular night of ghostly goodies, as all the downtown stores/restaurants pass out treats to all the little ghouls ’n goblins; but, if trick-or-treating doesn’t sooth your ghostly appetite. Than, be sure to stay for a haunted tour through the streets of Watkinsville by Mellissa Piche. Her paranormal insight will have you running back to your mommy screaming. MUHAHAHA!! For more information about the trick-or-treating and/or the haunted tour, please contact the Welcome Center at 706-769-5197.

OCAF Wine Fest Promo

For more information on the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation Fall Wine Fest please visit: OCAF Fall Wine Fest

8th Annual Perspectives 2010, Georgia Pottery Invitational

To kick off the event, on August 27th from 6-9pm @ Rocket Hall and The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF) center, the opening reception gala and review sale will show off over 5000 handmade pots and the chance to mingle with the talent. There will be a live performance by The Georgia Mudcats, $5 admission fee.

August 28 through September 15, 10am-5pm daily, free admission

OCAF Main Gallery: Perspectives 2010; Georgia Pottery Invitational Exhibition - with over 5000 handmade pots on exhibit.
OCAF Members Gallery: Out of Round Exhibition - presenter Sequoia Miller, and other nationally recognized potters will have their work featured in this special exhibit. Each piece is uniquely transformed from its original round form resulting in an altered pot.

Pottery Workshop, Sept 11-12, 10-5pm
Out of Round with Srquoia Miller - In this fast paced workshop, Sequoia Miller will show how he creates his signature wheel thrown and altered pottery forms. Approaches to glazing and decorative surfaces will be demonstrated. $135 fee (includes lunch both days)

Gallery Talks, August 29 & Sept 4th, 2pm.

Ceramic enthusiasts can expand their pottery proficiency in a "walk-about" gallery talk in the two exhibition galleries. Michael Pitts, a local Georgia potter will leads these talks covering pottery styles, clays, glazes, firing techniques and general info about the pieces on exhibit. (free admission)

Farmington Georgia Potters, Sept 12, 12-5pm

Featuring local potters: Jeff Bishoff, Isabell Daniel, Nancy Green, Geoff Pickett.