In Winterville
Winterville Christmas in the Park
Winterville’s annual Christmas in the Park is Friday, December 6th at 6 p.m. Bring the kids to see Santa and enjoy free hot dogs and hot chocolate while enjoying music from the Winterville Elementary students and RespirOpera.
Winterville Auditorium Movie Night
Winterville Auditorium’s first movie night on Friday, December 13th at 7 p.m. will feature a surprise Christmas classic for the whole family! Popcorn and drinks will be available. Donations accepted.
The Good Grief Trio Presents Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown
Athens jazz trio The Good Grief Trio presents a tribute to the Vince Guaraldi classic album, "Merry Christmas Charlie Brown" at the Winterville Auditorium on Friday, December 20th at 7 p.m. The members are Greg Hankins on Piano, Luca Lombardi on Bass, and Seth Hendershot on drums. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Buy tickets ahead of time, because seats are limited. /
January Potluck Luncheon
The Winterville Center’s monthly potluck luncheon will be on January 16th at noon instead of the first Friday in January. We will be hosting a potato bar! We’ll provide the potatoes, so bring your favorite toppings! James Neves, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, will speak about protecting yourself from fraud and scams.
Around Winterville
Athens Downtown Parade of Lights
The Athens tradition continues with the Athens Downtown Parade of Lights on Thursday, December 5th at 7 p.m. Get there early to get a good seat!
Watkinsville Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Watkinsville celebrates the holiday season with a Christmas parade and tree lighting on December 14th. The parade starts in downtown Watkinsville at 3 p.m. with the tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. The celebration will include OCAF’s annual “Mingle with Cringle,” American Cancer Society’s “Light Up Main Street,” a “Cookie Crawl,” and annual Christmas carolers for the tree lighting ceremony.
TubaChristmas
Georgia Square Mall presents a free tuba Christmas concert. Any tuba player interested in participating can come and participate for $10.
Athens on Ice
Bring the whole family ice skating! The Classic Center hosts indoor ice skating from November 24th to January 8th, and the Foundry Pavilion will host outdoor ice skating from January 27th to March 1st. Check the website for details and to reserve your tickets.
Upcoming
Winterville Elementary Art Reception
The Winterville Arts Council and the Winterville Center will be hosting the Winterville Elementary Art Reception at the Winterville Center on Thursday, February 6th at 6:30 p.m. This show will feature art from students in grades kindergarten to 5th grade. Follow the Winterville Arts Council's Facebook page for updates.
