 Warm Springs is home to President Franklin D Roosevelt's Little White House
City of Warm
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Warm town...Warm people...
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Warm Springs, Georgia
www.warmspringsga.com
(official web site for Warm Springs, Georgia)
Local events, festivals, area attractions and
interest, in and around
Warm Springs, Georgia
2008 Calendar of Events
Dates and times subject to change - please call the Welcome Center for up-to-date information at 1-800-FDR-1927.
January
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January
30
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FDR's Birthday
Observance - Little White
House - 706-655-5870.
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February
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February
9
10pm - 3:00 pm |
The
Tuskegee Airmen visit The Little White House
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"Meet the Tuskegee Airmen". Grab your camera and get your pen for
autographs with these true America heroes at the Little White House
706-655-5870. Little White House - 706-655-5870.
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| February 14 |
Sweetheart Month in Warm Springs Village. Bring your Sweetheart for a day in Warm Springs! |
| February 15-18 9am - 5pm
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Great
Backyard Bird Count
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FDR was an avid bird collector in his youth, and guests can join others by
participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Help document the birds you
see at the Little White House to help scientists track the bird populations
of America during the Second Annual Warm Springs Georgia Bird Festival.
$4-$7. |
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March 4 thru
April 12 10am - 5 pm |
75th Anniversary of FDR's 100 Days and the
New Deal -
"The only thing we have to fear, is fear itself..." FDR said 75 years
ago at his first Inauguration beginning the New Deal. The New Deal
gave the American people hope. We will pay tribute to the millions
who worked in the various New Deal programs to build and to save
this country. To commemorate this
event, the Harris County High School Art Class will present New Deal posters
created in the style of artists who first produced them for the Works Progress
Administration.
Program held at The Little White House, $4-$7. |
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March
8
10am - 2 pm
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Warm Springs Chili Cook-off - For
additional information and to obtain an application, contact Ron
Gregory at 706-655-2005 or Betty Lambert at 706-655-3634.
Prizes awarded! Deadline for entry is March 5, 2008.
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March 7-8 6pm - 9:00 pm |
Sights and Sounds of the Great Depression -
This festival commemorates the 75th
anniversary of the New Deal. On March 7 from 6-8 p.m., we will
present “Roosevelt Inaugurated”, FDR's second "Fireside Chat", a
Merry Melodies cartoon, and our feature film, “Plow That Broke the
Plains". Only the museum will be open this evening...
On Saturday, March 8 at 6 p.m., watch the HBO film "Warm Springs" in
the Warm Springs Community Building. The Little White House
will not be open this night. $4-$7.  |
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March 29-30
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Azalea Festival - During
March, the azaleas begin to bloom and the woodlands come to life at
Callaway Gardens. Join us the last weekend of March and the first three
weekends in April for the Azalea Festival.
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April
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April 1-15
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Azalea Festival - During
this month, the azaleas begin to bloom and the woodlands come to life at
Callaway Gardens. Join us during the first three
weekends in April for Azalea Festival.
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April 12-13
10 am-6 pm
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Warm
Springs Spring Fling/Roosevelt
Days Festival - Saturday
and Sunday, April 12th and 13th. 10:00 am until 6:00 pm. A
day of fun for everyone! Arts, Crafts, Food Vendors, Parade on
Saturday morning at 11:00 am, Entertainment throughout the day,
Car Show, Horse pulled
carriage and wagon rides, pony rides, moonwalk and kiddy train
rides, fruit and vegetable stand,
hands-on crafts booth for children, local school arts exhibit, and
MORE! Admission is FREE - some rides will have a charge.
For additional information call the Welcome Center at 706-655-3322 or 1-800-337-1927. |
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April 12
1:30 - 3:00 PM  |
63rd
Annual Commemoration
Ceremony -
A
Memorial tribute to honor our nation's 32nd President, Friend and
Neighbor - Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Pay tribute to FDR on the anniversary of his
death, April 12, 1945. This event begins with the U.S. Marine
Corps Color Guard and the U.S. Army Infantry Center Band followed by
a keynote speaker. Special guests include the Tuskegee Airmen.
Free Admission after 12 pm.
It was in the Little White House in Warm Springs where President Franklin Roosevelt died on April 12, 1945. He was in his fourth term as President, overseeing the final days of the Great Depression and World War II.
For more than a half
century, this historic site has been a national treasure.
Visitors from around the world come here to see where he lived and
died.
For additional information call the Little
White House at 706-655-5870
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April 28
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March of Dimes Walk America - "Walk Through History"
to prevent Birth Defects. The Little White House -
706-655-5870.
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May
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May 5
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75th Anniversary of Roosevelt's Little White House
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The Little White House - 706-655-5870
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May 3-4
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Cotton Pickin'
Fair - Gay, Georgia
- 800-538-6814
Nationally acclaimed as one of the top ten festivals in America,
an old
 plantation in Gay, Georgia is the backdrop for the semi-annual Cotton
Pickin' Antiques, Arts and Crafts Festival! Festival goes will enjoy the
famous entourage of artisans, good down-home southern cooking,
music, entertainment, and activities for the children.
Admission is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children 4-12.
No pets please! For more information call 706-538-6814.
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| May 3-4 |
Shady Days in Gay, GA - Arts and Crafts
Festival -
is the newest addition to the attractions and events in Gay, Georgia
held every May and October. On the grounds of the Old Cannery,
later used as the local school building, Shady Days in Gay
exhibitors continue the spirit of craftsmanship, skill, talent and
vision that many area farmers, homemakers, craftsmen and students
began on this same site. Our next festival will be May 3 & 4,
2008. The hours are 9:00am until 6:00pm on Saturday - 10:00am until
5:00pm Sunday and admission is FREE. For more information call
706-977-8548. |
| May 11 |
Mother's Day - Spend Mother's Day in Warm Springs!
Bring Mom for dinner at a local restaurant, then shop the town for
great bargains!
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May 24,25,26
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Memorial Day Weekend Celebration - Warm
Springs Village. 10:00 am til 6:00 pm. Continuous
entertainment, children's games and rides. Shop the stores in
town and sample the variety of food at our restaurants. Warm
Springs Village is open daily, year 'round. For additional
information on the Memorial Day Celebration, call 1-800-FDR-1927.
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May 26
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A Salute to
Memorial Day -
Veterans of WWII meet
with visitors in the museum in honor of those that paid with their
lives for the price of freedom.
Program held at the Little White House - 706-655-5870.
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| June 7 | Annual Fishing Rodeo - Held at the Warm Springs Fish Hatchery - 706-655-3620 |
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June 7
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Rosie the Riveter - During WWII, an unprecedented number of
women served the nation by filling jobs left vacant by men.
Actress/Educator Carol Cain portrays these women collectively known as
“Rosie The Riveter” in this living history program. Program held at the Little White House,
12 pm - 3 pm, $4-$7,
706-655-5870.
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June 9
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D-Day Program - The Army Ground Forces Association provides
exhibits and artifacts from World War II. The WWII Roundtable veterans
will engage visitors in conversation regarding this historic day. The Little White House,
$4-$7, 706-655-5870.
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June 30
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Independence Day Celebration in Warm Springs
A gala 4th of July Celebration will be held in the
quaint little town of Warm Springs which is home to FDR's Little
White House and the interesting Warm Springs Village.
Warm Springs has numerous shops offering an array of unique
merchandise from antiques to collectibles, crafts, clothing, jewelry
and more; restaurants serving a variety of delicious food and
several local lodging establishments.
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July
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July 3
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Fireworks Display
- Lake Meriwether between Warm Springs and Woodbury on GA Hwy 85A. Come early
and enjoy the activities! Begins at 5:30 pm, Tuesday, July 3rd.
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July 7
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Back to the 50's Dance -
Go back in time to poodle skirts, bobby socks and hoola hoops
- the wonderful 1950s. Meet at the park office amphitheater for a
'50s costume contest, limbo and trivia. FDR Roosevelt State Park -
$3 parking.
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July 7, 8
10 am-4 pm |
Commemorating a New Deal for the arts, the Bi-City Wood turners of
Columbus, Ga., will demonstrate the art of making bowls and other
items on lathes, such as was made during the Great Depression. $3
parking.
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July 14
10 am |
Pine Mountain Trail Workday -
Join the Pine Mountain Trail Association and fellow hikers in
performing trail maintenance at this historic park. Be sure to bring
water with you. Tools will be available if needed. Meet at the WJSP-TV
Tower parking lot located off of GA. Highway 85. $3 parking.
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Every Day
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Visit, shop, eat, and stay with us in Warm Springs. Enjoy shopping with the merchants in town where you'll find an array of merchandise! |
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August 18
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FDR: Photographer & Photographed
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Program held at The Little White House. 706-655-5870. |
September
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August 30
, 31, Sep 1 - Labor Day Weekend
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A Dip Into the Past (Labor Day Weekend Special Event) -
Ever wanted to bathe/soak in
the warm springs waters?? Now is your chance! A special
weekend program to allow visitors to enjoy the warmth of the warm
springs pools is scheduled for Labor Day weekend. Swim in the
warm springs warm waters. Normally kept empty for
preservation, the pools will be filled with the naturally warm
spring water. Four 2-hour swim sessions beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Ages 6 and older. Reservations suggested but not required. $15 adults; $10 ages 6 to 17.
Plan to visit and experience the "Warmth of Warm Springs". For
more information, please contact The Little White House at
706-655-5870.
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September
13
10 am - 4 pm |
Remembering World War II - Operation Market
Garden -
In September 1944 thousands of paratroopers descended from the
sky to secure to bridges in Holland so that the Allied army could
advance into Germany. $4-$7. Program held at the Little White House - 706-655-5870
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September 22
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Tour of America's Stones and Flags -
Guided tour of this interesting
and educational walk of 51 flags and stones of America. Program
held at the Little White House - 706-655-5870
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October
| Oct 4-5 |
Shady Days in Gay, GA - Arts and Crafts
Festival -
is the newest addition to the attractions and events in Gay, Georgia
held every May and October. On the grounds of the Old Cannery,
later used as the local school building, Shady Days in Gay
exhibitors continue the spirit of craftsmanship, skill, talent and
vision that many area farmers, homemakers, craftsmen and students
began on this same site. Our next festival will be May 3 & 4,
2008. The hours are 9:00am until 6:00pm on Saturday - 10:00am until
5:00pm Sunday and admission is FREE. For more information call
706-977-8548. |
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October 11
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Eleanor's Birthday
- A living history observance of Eleanor's birthday. Program
held at The Little White House - 706-655-5870
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October
11-12
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9th
Annual Harvest Hoe Down
- Enjoy this fall celebration with Warm
Springs
Merchants. Arts, crafts, good food, entertainment and more
planned!
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October 18 10:00 am-7:00 pm |
Special Postmark: 75th Anniversary
of the New Deal - Stamp collecting is one of the most
popular hobbies in the world. As stamp collector and President, FDR
designed or held influence over every stamp issued by the U.S.
The Postal Service will hand-cancel souvenir
cachets that commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal.
Collectors and the Southeast Federation of Stamp Clubs will provide
a hands-on "youth area" where children can learn the art of stamp
collecting. $4-$7.
706-655-5870. |
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October 17-18
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Manchester Railroad Days - Held at the Manchester Mill,
10 Callaway Street. Railroad display to include: personal
railroad collections, model layouts, sales by vendors,
outdoor display and more. Enjoy the Friday evening Rail Fan
Reception. and watch trains 'til dawn on Saturday evening at the
observation deck. For more information call 706-846-5341. |
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November 1
12 pm - 4 pm |
Fala Day -
A tribute to FDR's beloved Scottie, Fala.
The Little
White House will host its annual Fala Day program with participants
from the Greater Atlanta Scottish Terrier Association. Activities
include an opening parade, costume parade, grooming exhibits and
bagpipe music. All Scotty dogs welcome on a six-foot
leash. Free admission to program held in the picnic area. $4-$7.
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November 21, 22, 23
10 am - 10 pm |
25th Annual
Candlelight Tour Festival in Warm Springs Village!
Experience
Christmas the Warm Springs
way! Start your
holiday season here in Warm Springs! Entertainment,
candlelit streets, refreshments and more! Shops open
til 10 PM on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22. (Regular
hours observed Sunday thru Thursday).
Tradition will continue with our "After Candlelight" festivities
when shops will remain open with extended hours beginning
Friday, Nov. 28. |
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November 21
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Candlelight Tour Run
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1 Mile - 9:30 pm, 5K - 10:00 pm. Chamber of Commerce in
Downtown Warm Springs. The course is a fun, rolling, race
through the holiday-season lighted downtown Warm Springs.
Both races begin and end at the Chamber of Commerce building at 91
Broad Street. Registration/Entry fee: $20.00 if received by
November 13; $25.00 after then and on race day!
For additional information and/or questions contact Meriwether
County Chamber of Commerce at 706-655-2558.
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November 22
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Warm Springs Thanksgiving
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An aura of the era is created
when FDR was here at Thanksgiving. Join descendants of band
members who played for President Roosevelt on the grounds playing
folk music for Thanksgiving. The Little White House, $4-$7. |
Shop Warm Springs! Shops have extended WEEKEND hours this holiday season (beginning Nov. 28) - each Friday and Saturday night until Christmas, shop with us til 9:00 pm. (Regular hours observed Sunday through Thursday).
Share
your holiday season with us in Warm Springs! Our town is beautifully decorated
with thousands of tiny sparkling lights, green garland and red bows!
Streets and walkways are lined with candles. From the moment you step out
of your car you'll feel the excitement of Christmas! Hear the clip-clop of
the horses? That's our horse drawn carriage giving rides to shoppers.
Hear the music? Sounds of Christmas drift throughout town. Smell the
wonderful aroma? Enjoy refreshments served by many of the local shops.
Visiting Warm Springs will surely put you in the holiday mood! Front door parking and warm friendly faces to greet you and fantastic prices that can't be beat! We're open every day year 'round! Shop weekdays and Sundays til 6:00 pm and, beginning Thanksgiving weekend (Nov 28) until Christmas, shop til 9 pm Friday and Saturday.
Candlelight tradition began back in
1983 during a major renovation of Warm Springs when one shop owner rolled a
piano onto the sidewalk. Customers were invited to share in the playing
and singing of traditional Christmas carols. As night time approached, the
sidewalks were lit with candles and the music continued for hours! 
Today,
we continue that candlelight tradition.
During this Christmas season - shops have extended their weekend hours. Each Friday and Saturday night until Christmas we'll be open til 9:00 pm. (Regular hours observed Sunday through Thursday).
Come and experience the warmth of Warm Springs...
Warm town...Warm people...™ Warm Springs, Georgia!
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November 21 thru
December 31
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Holiday magic shines..Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens .
...at Fantasy In Lights®, now in its 16th year!
Since 1992, this outdoor light and sound show has glittered with holiday
magic for millions of people. Families from across the Southeast have
added Fantasy In Lights to their list of memorable holiday traditions.
This year, experience the 16th annual Fantasy In Lights with its eight
million lights creating more than a dozen beautiful scenes, and you'll see
why this is the brightest holiday light show in the South!
Be sure to visit WARM SPRINGS during your Callaway Gardens Fantasy in
Lights visit. |
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December 7
12 - 3 pm |
Pearl Harbor Remembered
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We will not forget those who served our country during World
War II. You are invited to spend time with survivors of Pearl
Harbor and hear their extraordinary stories. Kelly's Zeroes, a
WWII Living History organization will be exhibiting equipment
used by our soldiers in WWII. The Little White House, $4-$7.
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Updated: February 27, 2008
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