Where’s Waldo in Thomasville

We all understand how important it is to shop locally.  This helps reduce our carbon footprint as well as supports local Thomasville businesses, keeping our local economy strong.  The Bookshelf and Gallery in Thomasville wanted to create a fun way to encourage Thomasville residents and visitors to frequent local shops.  That’s why they created Where’s Waldo in Thomasville.

You are probably familiar with the Where’s Waldo books.  If not, it is a series of children’s books that consist of pictures filled to the brim with fun items, people and more.  The object of the books is to point out where the main character, Waldo, is located within these pages.  It isn’t as easy as it sounds.  The Bookshelf and Gallery has teamed up with 25 downtown Thomasville shops during July for their Shop Waldo Local event.  A Waldo figurine (little guy in a red and white striped shirt wearing glasses and a red and white striped hat) has been placed somewhere inside each of the 25 shops.  It is your goal to find out where Waldo is hidden in each one of these shops in Thomasville.

Participants in the Where’s Waldo in Thomasville event should stop by The Bookshelf and Gallery located at 126 S Broad Street to pick up a tracking sheet.  Once you have visited the participating store and found the Waldo figurine, you must have an employee of the business sign off that you did, indeed, find Waldo.  Then, move on to the next business.  Feel free to look around each business you visit and purchase an item here or there.  When you have finished finding all the Waldo figurines and had them signed off, turn your tracking sheet in to The Bookshelf and Gallery.  A drawing for prizes will be held at The Bookshelf on Saturday, July 27th.

From now through July 27th, visit any of the participating downtown shops to see if you can find out where’s Waldo in Thomasville.  You may wander into a shop you were unaware of and find some fantastic treasures along the way.  If you have any questions about the Where’s Waldo in Thomasville contest, please feel free to contact The Bookshelf and Gallery at (229) 228-7767 or via email.

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Originally posted on our Southwest GA Real Estate blog here: http://southwestgarealestate.com/wheres-waldo-in-thomasville/.

Thomasville Kentucky Derby Party

It’s time to break out those big hats, ladies.  The 139th Kentucky Derby runs this Saturday, May 4th, 2013.  That means it’s time for the annual Thomasville Kentucky Derby Party at Pebble Hill’s Uno Hill Barn.

The Kentucky Derby Party begins at 5:30pm in Thomasville, with the derby playing live on the big screen set up especially for this event.  Guests can indulge in the Bulleit Bourbon Mint Julep Bar.  Dinner will be catered by Capers.  And, back by popular demand, Wiser Than Fools will be providing the musical accompaniment for the evening’s dancing.  Included in the festivities will be a Hat Contest, with three $100 prizes to be awarded, a 50/50 cash pot and raffles galore.  Your $10 raffle ticket could win you a Jekyll Island Getaway or a Thomasville Party Package.

All proceeds from the evening’s event will help fund Thomasville Landmark’s many preservation programs.  For more information, please call (229) 226-6016.  Put on your derby hats and dancing shoes, folks.  It’s time for the Thomasville Kentucky Derby Party this Saturday, May 4th, 2013.  Watch the horses run while sipping mint juleps, eating delicious food, dancing to great music and generally having a great time!

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Thomasville Rose Show Festival 2013

The Thomasville Rose Show has become a cherished annual tradition here in Southwest Georgia.  This marks the 92nd year we’ve celebrated one of our most beautiful flowers.  This year, the Thomasville Rose Show Festival 2013 takes place April 25-27 in and around the Thomasville area.

The Children’s Rose Bud Parade will kick off things on Thursday, April 25th at 7pm at the Courthouse.  The official Rose Show itself will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1:45pm on Friday and continues through the end of the day on Saturday.  We prove that roses aren’t just for the west coast’s New Year’s Day parade.  The 65th Annual Thomasville Rose Parade starts off at the Courthouse (Broad & Jefferson) at 7pm on Friday, with a fun street dance to follow at 8:30pm.

Saturday is jam-packed full of fun things to do for all Thomasville residents and visitors.  The Rose City 10K Run starts at 8am in front of the Post Office, with the 1 Mile Fun Run for kids at 9:30am (for more info and to register, please call 229-226-9878).  The Rose City Golf Classic will be held both Saturday and Sunday at the Country Oaks Municipal Golf Course (call 229-225-4333 for more info).  Art in the Park coincides with Bark in the Park at Paradise Park, with Bark in the Park happening from 10am to 12:30pm and Art in the Park taking place from 10am to 4pm.  Included with the arts and crafts on display at Art in the Park will be plenty of fun children’s activities as well as live music.  Vintage cars and trucks will line up around the courthouse for viewing from 10am to 3pm on Saturday as well.

Join in on the fun of one of our favorite southern traditions.  Come celebrate the beauty of our fair city at the Thomasville Rose Show Festival 2013 on April 25-27th.  There will be tons of beautiful flowers, lots of children’s activities and live music.  The Rose Queen and her court will also be making an appearance.

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Boston Spring Fling Near Thomasville

Located just a few minutes down the I-84 from Thomasville, the City of Boston, GA is another charming Thomas County town steeped in history.  Every year, they hold their Spring Fling to help usher in the end of winter and beginning of spring renewal.  This year’s Boston Spring Fling festivities take place Saturday, March 30th, just in time to celebrate Easter.

From 9am to 3pm, Downtown Main St in Boston will be jam-packed with stuff to do.  Check out the health fair at the Boston Family Clinic beginning at 9am.  See what local Boston and Thomasville artists have to offer on the breezeway next to the Accidental Gallery (106 N Main St).  Wear your favorite Easter Bonnet to Watt Park to enter their contest at 10am.  Watch the Easter Parade at 10:30am.  The auction starts in Watt Park at 11am.  You definitely don’t want to miss the Easter Egg Hunt there at 1pm.  And, new for this year, there will be an ice cream “churn-off” at 2pm.  Even pooches can get in on the fun with $5 doggy massages at the gallery.  All day long, visitors to Boston’s Main St can view and purchase various arts and crafts at the flea market.

Say goodbye to winter.  Come to the Boston Spring Fling near Thomasville this Saturday, March 30, 2013 from 9am to 3pm.  It’s an art-a-thon like none other!

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Thomasville St Patrick’s Day Concert

Once a month, the Arts for the Community at Thomas University puts on a special Sundays at Four Concert series.  This month’s Thomasville concert takes place on St. Patrick’s Day. As a special tip o’ the hat to the day, traditional Irish music will be performed for audience members.

At 4pm on March 17th, Irish Eyes will be performing beginning at 4pm. The concert is absolutely free to the public.  Donations are accepted ($5 is suggested).  All donations will go towards the cost of putting on the concerts every month.  These fun, free concerts occur on the third Sunday of every month, with the next two taking place on April 14th (Thomasville Singers) and May 12th (Music for Mother’s Day).

Irish Eyes will be smiling on Sunday, March 17th in Thomasville.  Celebrate Irish music at a free concert held at Thomasville Center for the Arts on St. Patrick’s Day.  For more information, please call (229) 227-6964.

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Dancing in Downtown Thomasville

Do you fancy yourself somewhat of a Fred Astaire or are you more of a Fred “Nowhere”?  Whether you’ve tripped the light fantastic for years or want to finally learn how to get rid of your two left feet, there’s something exciting going on in the area.  Beginning tomorrow, there will be Dancing in Downtown Thomasville every Tuesday night.

Delarber Downtown, located at 227 W Jackson Street in Thomasville, will be offering dance lessons for just $10 per person per class.  Like country music?  Learn Country Western & Line Dancing from 7pm to 8pm.  Interested in a adding a little “caliente” to your rhythm?  Try Salsa and Cha Cha from 8pm to 9pm.  That’ll put a little spice in your step!  Delarber Downtown is located right next to Bacchus Wine Bar. So, once you’ve developed a thirst from your dance lesson, have a drink next door.

Anyone who is interested in learning some fun moves can start dancing in Downtown Thomasville.  Lessons will be available every Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9pm until the end of the year.  For more information, please contact Michael Pozo at thomasvilleballroom@yahoo.com. Remember…a body in motion stays in motion.

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Originally posted on our RE/MAX of Thomasville real estate blog here: https://remax31792.wordpress.com/2013/02/11/dancing-in-downtown-thomasville/.

Kids Celebrate Thomasville Nature in the Winter

We live in a wonderful part of the country with lots of natural beauty all around us.  Don’t keep the kids cooped up during the winter.  Kids can celebrate Thomasville nature in the winter as well as in the warmer parts of the year.

Birdsong Nature Center, located at 2106 Meridian Rd in Thomasville, is throwing a Take a Child Outside in the Wintertime event on Saturday, February 9, 2013.  Let your child will take the lead through the woods with your guide, Sandra Sallee.  Sandra will help your child find evidence of different homes from a variety of animal species as well as observe these animals in their natural habitat.  Help your child develop a life-long love and appreciation for nature in our Thomasville surroundings.

Tickets are just $3 for Friends of Birdsong, $5 for non-members and half-price for kids.  Reservations are required by Friday, February 8th.  To make your reservation now, please call (800) 953-2473.  Celebrate the beauty that is Thomasville nature with your children during the wintertime at Birdsong Nature Center.  You and your kids will get some fresh air and exercise as well as an education while spending quality time together.  Does it get any better than that?

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Thomasville Mardi Gras

Thomasville residents know what a caring, kind community we have.  That’s why we live here.  One of the organizations that make it so great is Hands On Thomas County. Hands On Thomas County is comprised entirely of volunteers who give their time and energy to helping out the local community by serving breakfast to seniors, cleaning up trash or serving hot meals on cold days to those less fortunate.  Since they are strictly non-profit, they need your help for funding their efforts.  This year, they are holding a Thomasville Mardi Gras and would love for you to attend.

This Saturday, January 26th at 7pm, Hands On Thomas County will be throwing a party, Nawlins-style at Pebble Hill. There will be dinner, drinks, a goof booth, a raffle, a silent auction and lots of Zydeco music to dance to.  Door prizes will be awarded for the Mardi Gras masks deemed the most creative/beautiful.  While the dress is casual, try to liven it up with a bit of Mardi Gras flair.  Silent auction items can be previewed by visiting the Hands On Thomas County Facebook page here.

For more info on the Thomasville Mardi Gras fundraiser being held by Hands On Thomas County, please call (229) 226-5200.  To purchase tickets, simply click here.  They are $60 per person and sponsorships are still available.  Laissez les bons temps rouler! (Let the good times roll!)

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Thomasville Big Time Big Top Gala

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Thomasville Music and Drama Troupe.  This non-profit organization is comprised of teenagers from southwest Georgia’s middle and high schools.  They are now asking for your support at their Thomasville Big Time, Big Top Gala fundraiser this Saturday, January 19th at 7pm.

Your $100 donation to the Diner a la Troupe will include a mouth-watering cocktail buffet under the big top with circus-themed entertainment and Broadway tunes from members of the Thomasville Music and Drama Troupe themselves.  The fundraiser will be held at the Fred Allen Building (427 Covington Ave), named for the founder of the troupe himself.  Of each $100 ticket, $75 is tax-deductible.  For more information, please call Sugar Blount at (229) 403-770 or email Sugar at sugarbee@rose.net.

Founder Fred Allen was trained at the prestigious Julliard School in New York.  When he moved to Thomasville in 1972, he wanted to impart some of his knowledge of the arts to local teens and provide a healthy, nurturing environment for creativeness.  Since its inception, the Thomasville Music and Drama Troupe has performed at Walt Disney World, Shea Stadium in New York, a Falcons football game in Atlanta, went on a tour across England and even performed at the White Houes this past December for the holidays. Their workshops with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Georgia has helped spread Fred Allen’s love of theater even further throughout Georgia.

Help the Thomasville Music and Drama Troupe continue their extraordinary efforts in fostering creativity in our area’s youth.  Come to the Thomasville Big Time Big Top Gala on Saturday, January 19th.  No one has a bad time at the circus!

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Thomasville Cheesemaking 101

Happy cows create a happy product.  At least, that’s what Sweet Grass Dairy’s founders Al and Desiree Wehner believed when they opened up their Thomasville dairy in 2000. They are opening up the doors of their sustainable farm to teach you how to make your own wheel of cheese using their professional tools and ingredients with their Thomasville Cheesemaking 101 class on Saturday, January 19, 2012.

Beginning at 10am, all participants will make a wheel of cheese of their very own, using methods originated by founder Desiree Wehner herself.  The teacher of this class will be the current owner of the dairy, Jeremy Little.  The wheel will be left at the Thomasville dairy to mature but will be mailed to your doorstep once it is ready to be consumed.  The cheesemaking class will end with a cheese and wine-tasting from vineyards all over the world.  This class will be available every Saturday from January 19th through February 16th.

The cheesemaking class is extremely popular and size is limited.  So, you definitely want to make a reservation early (229-227-0752 or mat@sweetgrassdairy.com).  Learn how to craft your own wheel of cheese from one of the area’s finest sustainable farms at a Thomasville Cheesemaking 101 class.

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