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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.

Watkinsville - Oconee County extends an open invitation to the local and surrounding communities to attend The Oconee County Annual Independence Day Celebration on July 3rd from 10am to 2pm on the grounds of the Eagle Tavern. This patriotic event is sure to remind us of our heritage with a live performance by The James Hunter Band, All-American activities and good eats.

We invite families to take part in another year of great activities such as; a watermelon eating contest, inflatable moon walk, petting zoo, and an old timey dress up. You may watch as metal takes shape with a live working blacksmith and/or learn how sweep someone off their feet with old fashion handmade brooms. Bring your appetite for a good time and great food! We’ll offer American classics like homemade peach ice cream from Thomas Orchard and hand spun cotton candy. So let the smell of great barbeque be your invitation to come join us in celebrating this year’s Declaration at the Oconee County Annual Independence Day Celebration.

To show support of Oconee County heritage, the Rev. John Andrew Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will have a "Happy Birthday America" cake. This huge patriotic cake, baked by Take the Cake in Winterville, will be cut at 12 (Noon) on the steps of the Eagle Tavern. Children of all ages are encouraged to stop by the booth for free cake! The Watkinsville chapter, lead by Regent Dana Anderson, promotes patriotism, education and historic preservation. To help fund these programs, the chapter will have a raffle drawing for a Dinner for Two courtesy of Watkinsville's Mirko Pasta at the event.

The Oconee County Son’s of the American Revolution will also attend in period style attire to educate people and answer question about life during the year of our Independence.

If you would like more information on the Independence Day Celebration or any other events in the area please contact Justin Martin at (706) 310-3612 or e-mail jmartin@oconee.ga.us

Ashford Manor Concerts on the Lawn

Normaltown Flyer's and Efren Duo hit the stage LIVE tonight at the Ashford Manor. This local Athens Country/Rock Jam Band is sure to topoff your evening under the Magnolia Trees. To purchase your tickets in advance visit: http://www.inticketing.com/events/8573

Gates open at 5pm. Hope to see you there!!

Ashford Manor Bed and Breakfast
5 Hardon Hill Road

Watkinsville, Ga. 30677

Ashford Manor Concerts on The Lawn

The Asford Manor bed & breakfast is hosting their Concert on the Lawn series Tonight with a LIVE performance by The Corduroy Road Band - "Foot stompin' Americana Music". Gates open at 5:00pm and show starts at 6:00pm. Make it a romantic night with a loved one with a picnic. For more information visit Ashford Manor Concerts online at: http://www.amconcerts.com/.

Ashford Manor B&B
5 Harden Hill Road
Watkinsville, Ga. 30677

OCAF's 1st Annual Arts & Antiques Auction

The Oconee County Arts Foundation (OCAF) is hosting their 1st Annual Arts & Antiques Auction Saturday, June 26th from 10:00am to 8:00pm at Rocket Hall. This event is open to the public.

This Auction is one of many great fundraiser hosted by OCAF and much like the others, they plan for a big buyer crowd. They'll be expecting buyers from all over Georgia and neighboring States. For a preview of a few items visit or if you would like additional information, please feel free to contact Peggy Pitts 706.769.6318, or visit http://www.myocaf.com/