Events

 Families can explore plants in everyday life. The “Georgia Grown” exhibit, which includes a 20-minute mini-musical, The Imaginators, takes families on an imaginary journey to a local vegetable farm, a city park in the mountains and a flower garden. Monday-Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. (No 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. performance on Feb. 9 or 23.) Families can meet Ms. Flora and George Washington Carver as they teach kids the magical and mysterious properties of plants on Sundays at noon and 2 p.m and on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.

This exhibition tells the story of archaeologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie and his exploration of ancient Egyptian civilization. Columbia Museum of Art. Columbia. 803-799-2810.
 

For ages 6 months to adult. Day and evening classes available for most levels. Wilson Family Y indoor pool.

The Family Y
Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.

Pays homage to the exceptional talent and unique vision of 22 African-American visual artists who have created dynamic abstract images and objects during their successful careers.
 

Morris Museum of Art
1 Tenth St. 706-724-7501 or www.themorris.org.

Through May 20. Greetings From Augusta: A Postcard Exhibit. Look back at vacation destinations in Augusta as  depicted on postcards from the Golden Age of postcards in the modern era.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Through May 31. From Ty to Cal: A Century of Baseball in Augusta. The Curator’s Corner at the Augusta Museum of History offers baseball fans a glimpse of souvenirs, photographs and game-used equipment. The micro-exhibit covers more than a century of local baseball history.

Through April 30. Stories & Legends: Remembering The Augusta National. The Augusta Museum of History presents this retrospective exhibit with artifacts and photos from the personal collection of Phil Wahl Sr., who was a former manager of the Augusta National.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History
1116 Phillips St. 706-724-3576 or www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com.

April 6-June 30. Augusta Photography Festival: William Anderson–Lest We Forget. As a special feature for the first Augusta Photography Festival June 19-21, William Anderson will compile a retrospective of black and white photographs from between 1958 and 2008.

Gertrude Herbert
Institute of Art
Full class listings can be
accessed at www.ghia.org
or by calling 706-722-5495.

April 14-July 31. Studio Art Classes and Workshops. Spring/summer classes available for adults, youth and children in a wide variety of media. Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art. Ware’s Folly. 706-722-5495

University Health Care System
Call 706-774-2825 for information. Registration is required for most programs.

April 14-May 5 (Mondays) or April 16-May 7 (Wednesdays). Childbirth Preparation Classes. 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required.

Gertrude Herbert
Institute of Art
Full class listings can be
accessed at www.ghia.org
or by calling 706-722-5495.

April 18-May 23. Kent Ambler. This artist’s woodcuts are largely autobiographical and influenced by his natural surroundings. Opening reception, April 18, 6-8 p.m. Ware’s Folly. 706-722-5495.
 

April 18-May 4. New Bridge Spring Invitational 12 Goal. New Bridge Polo and Country Club. Aiken. 561-704-1055.

April 21-27. Tour de Georgia. Six days of world-class, professional bicycle racing and community festivals through 12 Southeastern cities. Monday: Tybee Island to Savannah, Tuesday: Statesboro to Augusta, Wednesday: Washington  to Gainesville, Thursday: Road Atlanta/ Braselton (team time trial), Friday: Suwanee/Gwinnett County to Dahlonega, Saturday: Blairsville/Union County to Brasstown Bald Mtn./Towns County and Sunday: Atlanta (circuit race). 770-316-8029 or www.tourdegeorgia.com.

April 24-27. 17th Annual Sacred Heart Garden Festival and Preview Party. Features display gardens by area professional landscapers, floral presentations by local florists as well as tours of private gardens. Preview party, April 24 at 7 p.m. Sacred Heart Cultural Center. 706-826-4700.

Children in grades 3-8 can audition for the Chorale’s preparatory and performance choirs and receive in-depth vocal choral training with local, national and international performance opportunities. Openings are limited. Call the ACC office at 706-826-4718 for an audition appointment.

Columbia County Recreation 706-863-7523

April 21-May 9. Summer Basketball Registration. Boys and girls ages 10-15. Season played June-July.

Augusta Recreation and Parks Department 706-796-5025.

April 1-30. Adult Summer Softball Registration. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Administrative offices, 5025 Lumpkin Rd.

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Thursdays 9:00am

Gentle Stretch- Appropriate for beginning students, as well as folks recovering from illness or injuries.  The class consists of flowing, non-strenuous yoga movements designed to gently stretch skeletal muscles and deeply relax the nerous system.

This traveling exhibit examines our 28th president’s rich legacy. Proceeds benefit the projects and programs of Historic Augusta and the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson. Tues.-Sat. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 706-724-0436.
 

Weekly Story Time
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. Preschool Story Time
Thursdays at 10:45 a.m. Toddlers Story TIme
Augusta's Headquarters Library
902 Greene St. 706-821-2600.
 

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
A nondenominational Christian group for mothers of preschool-aged children. Meets the first and third Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m.-noon at Trinity-on-the-Hill United Methodist Church on Monte Sano Ave. Call 605-738-8822 or visit www.orgsites.com/ga/trinityumcmops. A second group meets at West Acres Baptist Church the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 10 a.m.-noon. Contact Abbie Character at 706-868-5936 or wabcmops@gmail.com.

Reed Creek Park
3820 Park Lane, Martinez. 706-210-4027.
April 16 & 24. Nurturing Nature Preschool Walks. Nurturing children’s curiosity of the natural world with an outdoor walk and craft about nature. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. 10-11 a.m.

April 1-27. Aiken County Museum Golf Exhibit. Explore Aiken County’s history on the links. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 2-5 p.m. Aiken County Historical Museum. 803-642-2015.

Columbia County Library
7022 Evans Town Center Blvd. 706-863-1946.

Sign up is required for some programs. Call the library to inquire. 

Weekly Story Times. Quarterly registration is required.      

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. 2 year olds.

Weekly Story Time
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. Preschool Story Time
Thursdays at 10:45 a.m. Toddlers Story TIme

Augusta's Headquarters Library
902 Greene St. 706-821-2600.

Columbia County Library
7022 Evans Town Center Blvd. 706-863-1946.
Sign up is required for some programs. Call the library to inquire. 
Weekly Story Times. Quarterly registration is required.      
Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 11 a.m.  Pre-school-Ages 3-5.

Columbia County Libraries
Columbia County Main Branch
7022 Evans Town Center Blvd.
706-863-1946.

Sign up is required for Storytimes and some other programs. Call the library to inquire.
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday. Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5. 11 a.m.

April 15-May 20. 100 Medical Signs You Need to Know. This six-week course held on Tuesdays teaches important medical signs in American Sign Language. Class size is limited and pre-registration required. 1-2 p.m. Call Vivian Rice at 706-721-6929.

April 24. Peace of Mind for You and Your Family: Your Baby’s Core Blood. Thirty minute free Q&A session on cord blood banking for expectant moms, dads and grandparents. Refreshments will be served. 1 and 5:30 p.m. Xytex International, 1100 Emmett St. Make a reservation by calling 706-733-0130.
 

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Thursdays 4:00pm

T'ai Chi- Uses Chineses martial art movement as a non-contact, non-combative way of improving health and energy and reducing stress. Its practice promotes flexibility, balance and physical control.  It is also a moving meditation, where the mind ceners itself on each movement producing inner calm.  The Tai Chi exercises improve the energy flow within the body.

April 24. Peace of Mind for You and Your Family: Your Baby’s Core Blood. Thirty minute free Q&A session on cord blood banking for expectant moms, dads and grandparents. Refreshments will be served. 1 and 5:30 p.m. Xytex International, 1100 Emmett St. Make a reservation by calling 706-733-0130.
 

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Thursdays 5:30pm

Yoga Workout- A Sun Salute based Vinyasa class that is recommended for experienced students who want a more athletic yoga practice.  Classes consist of a variety of postures that strengthen and limber the body.

Fun fitness class especially for children ages 9-16 with physical and developmental disabilities. Taught by specially trained personal trainers. 5:30-6:30 p.m., Wilson Family Y. Class size is limited. For more information, visit the Wilson Branch or their website.
The Family Y
Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.

Bring the kids to meet Augie -- the Augusta Greenjackets mascot!  Representatives of the Greenjackets will be at our ballgames at Sweetwater Park on Thursday, April 24th -- to promote attendance and sell tickets to MCDUFFIE COUNTY NIGHT WITH THE GREENJACKETS on May 3rd.

Columbia County Libraries
Columbia County Main Branch
7022 Evans Town Center Blvd.
706-863-1946.

Sign up is required for Storytimes and some other programs. Call the library to inquire.

April 24. LOST Book Discussion. A discussion of the ABC Lost television series and the books included in the show. 6:30 p.m.

April 17-May 1. Sign, Say and Play. Babies 6 months to 3 years can learn simple gestures for communicating with their parents and caregivers. Three Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Call 706-721-6929 for information.

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Thursdays 6:30pm

Gentle Stretch- Appropriate for beginning students, as well as folks recovering from illness or injuries.  The class consists of flowing, non-strenuous yoga movements designed to gently stretch skeletal muscles and deeply relax the nerous system.

Doctors Hospital
Call 706-651-BABY for registration and class location. Pre-registration required for most programs.

April 24. Infant CPR. Hands-on class for parents, grandparents and caregivers that teaches both foreign body airway obstruction and CPR. 6:30-9 p.m.
 

April 24. Introduction to Infant CPR. 7-8:30 p.m. Check in at the Admit Center in Front Lobby.

University Health Care System
Call 706-774-2825 for information. Registration is required for most programs.

April 24. April’s Bagatelles. Dance Augusta’s spring production. 7 p.m. Imperial Theatre. 706-722-8341.

Trinity Hospital of Augusta
Call Women’s Health Services at 706-481-7727 or visit www.trinityofaugusta.com for information and registration.

April 24. Expectant Parent Seminar. Held at Babies R Us. Learn the basics of newborn care from an obstetrical nurse. Free. 7-8 p.m.

Reed Creek Park
3820 Park Lane, Martinez. 706-210-4027.

April 24. All About Frogs. This indoor and outdoor program shares information about our local frogs and how they are being studied through a calling survey at Reed Creek. Kids will search for frogs and listen for them, using a calling survey protocol. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 7-8 p.m. Free. Pre-registration required.
 

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Tuesdays 7:15pm

Augusta State Arts Calendar
All concerts begin at 8 p.m.
Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre
706-667-4100
April 4. The Czech Trio.
April 17. ASU Jazz Ensemble.
April 22. ASU Choir.
April 24. ASU Orchestra Concerto.
April  29. ASU Wind Ensemble.
 

April 24-27. An Evening of Broadway Memories. A staged review of the most beloved scenes and songs from Rogers and Hammerstein musicals. Features the University Theatre Players, concert choir and a live orchestra. April 24-26, 8 p.m. and April 27, 2 p.m. USC-Aiken Etherredge Center. 803-641-3714.

 Families can explore plants in everyday life. The “Georgia Grown” exhibit, which includes a 20-minute mini-musical, The Imaginators, takes families on an imaginary journey to a local vegetable farm, a city park in the mountains and a flower garden. Monday-Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. (No 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. performance on Feb. 9 or 23.) Families can meet Ms. Flora and George Washington Carver as they teach kids the magical and mysterious properties of plants on Sundays at noon and 2 p.m and on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.

This exhibition tells the story of archaeologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie and his exploration of ancient Egyptian civilization. Columbia Museum of Art. Columbia. 803-799-2810.
 

For ages 6 months to adult. Day and evening classes available for most levels. Wilson Family Y indoor pool.

The Family Y
Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.

Pays homage to the exceptional talent and unique vision of 22 African-American visual artists who have created dynamic abstract images and objects during their successful careers.
 

Morris Museum of Art
1 Tenth St. 706-724-7501 or www.themorris.org.

Through May 20. Greetings From Augusta: A Postcard Exhibit. Look back at vacation destinations in Augusta as  depicted on postcards from the Golden Age of postcards in the modern era.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Through May 31. From Ty to Cal: A Century of Baseball in Augusta. The Curator’s Corner at the Augusta Museum of History offers baseball fans a glimpse of souvenirs, photographs and game-used equipment. The micro-exhibit covers more than a century of local baseball history.

Through April 30. Stories & Legends: Remembering The Augusta National. The Augusta Museum of History presents this retrospective exhibit with artifacts and photos from the personal collection of Phil Wahl Sr., who was a former manager of the Augusta National.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History
1116 Phillips St. 706-724-3576 or www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com.

April 6-June 30. Augusta Photography Festival: William Anderson–Lest We Forget. As a special feature for the first Augusta Photography Festival June 19-21, William Anderson will compile a retrospective of black and white photographs from between 1958 and 2008.

Gertrude Herbert
Institute of Art
Full class listings can be
accessed at www.ghia.org
or by calling 706-722-5495.

April 14-July 31. Studio Art Classes and Workshops. Spring/summer classes available for adults, youth and children in a wide variety of media. Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art. Ware’s Folly. 706-722-5495

University Health Care System
Call 706-774-2825 for information. Registration is required for most programs.

April 14-May 5 (Mondays) or April 16-May 7 (Wednesdays). Childbirth Preparation Classes. 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required.

Gertrude Herbert
Institute of Art
Full class listings can be
accessed at www.ghia.org
or by calling 706-722-5495.

April 18-May 23. Kent Ambler. This artist’s woodcuts are largely autobiographical and influenced by his natural surroundings. Opening reception, April 18, 6-8 p.m. Ware’s Folly. 706-722-5495.
 

April 18-May 4. New Bridge Spring Invitational 12 Goal. New Bridge Polo and Country Club. Aiken. 561-704-1055.

April 21-27. Tour de Georgia. Six days of world-class, professional bicycle racing and community festivals through 12 Southeastern cities. Monday: Tybee Island to Savannah, Tuesday: Statesboro to Augusta, Wednesday: Washington  to Gainesville, Thursday: Road Atlanta/ Braselton (team time trial), Friday: Suwanee/Gwinnett County to Dahlonega, Saturday: Blairsville/Union County to Brasstown Bald Mtn./Towns County and Sunday: Atlanta (circuit race). 770-316-8029 or www.tourdegeorgia.com.

April 24-27. 17th Annual Sacred Heart Garden Festival and Preview Party. Features display gardens by area professional landscapers, floral presentations by local florists as well as tours of private gardens. Preview party, April 24 at 7 p.m. Sacred Heart Cultural Center. 706-826-4700.

Columbia County Recreation 706-863-7523

April 21-May 9. Summer Basketball Registration. Boys and girls ages 10-15. Season played June-July.

Children in grades 3-8 can audition for the Chorale’s preparatory and performance choirs and receive in-depth vocal choral training with local, national and international performance opportunities. Openings are limited. Call the ACC office at 706-826-4718 for an audition appointment.

April 25-27. Antique Show and Sale. St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church is holding this first annual fundraiser. Features high-quality dealers from across the Southeast specializing in fine furniture, linens, jewelry, oriental rugs and more. Purchase tickets at the door. 706-738-6676.
 

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Fridays 6:30am

Yoga Workout- A Sun Salute based Vinyasa class that is recommended for experienced students who want a more athletic yoga practice.  Classes consist of a variety of postures that strengthen and limber the body.

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Fridays 6:30am

Gentle Stretch- Appropriate for beginning students, as well as folks recovering from illness or injuries.  The class consists of flowing, non-strenuous yoga movements designed to gently stretch skeletal muscles and deeply relax the nerous system.

Augusta Recreation and Parks Department 706-796-5025.

April 1-30. Adult Summer Softball Registration. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Administrative offices, 5025 Lumpkin Rd.

This stroller-based fitness program is designed for prenatal and postnatal women. Locations in Evans, Martinez and North Augusta. Baby Boot Camp classes at the Columbia County Memorial Gardens Park in Evans on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 9 a.m.
Contact Stephanie at stephanie.mcwhorter@babybootcamp.com or visit http://www.babybootcamp.com.
 

This traveling exhibit examines our 28th president’s rich legacy. Proceeds benefit the projects and programs of Historic Augusta and the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson. Tues.-Sat. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 706-724-0436.
 

April 1-27. Aiken County Museum Golf Exhibit. Explore Aiken County’s history on the links. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 2-5 p.m. Aiken County Historical Museum. 803-642-2015.

Sponsored by MCG. Open to all ambulatory MS participants. Noon. Wilson Family Y. Call Claudia Collins for fee and registration at 706-231-8213.
The Family Y
Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.
 

April 15-May 20. 100 Medical Signs You Need to Know. This six-week course held on Tuesdays teaches important medical signs in American Sign Language. Class size is limited and pre-registration required. 1-2 p.m. Call Vivian Rice at 706-721-6929.

Open to all ambulatory Parkinson’s participants. 1:30 p.m. at the Wilson Family Y indoor pool. Physician’s permission required. Call for more information.
The Family Y
Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.

A support group for mothers recovering from or experiencing postpartum depression and mothers who need some support as a new parent. Meets in Mob 1, Suite 310 at Doctors Hospital each Friday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Infants welcome. Contact Nicole at 706-627-7795 for more information.

The Family Y Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.

Ongoing Mondays and Fridays. Adult Volleyball. At the Wilson Branch at 6:30 p.m. Call James Thomas at 706-922-9668.

Ongoing Mondays and Fridays. Adult Volleyball. At the Wilson Branch at 6:30 p.m. Call James Thomas at 706-922-9668.

The Family Y
Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.

April 25-26. Relay for Life. This team event features families, schools, companies, hospitals and other community groups who take turns walking around a track all night to raise money to fight cancer. Benefits the American Cancer Society. 7 p.m. Wheeler Road Family YMCA. 706-731-9900.
 

April 25. Blood, Sweat & Tears and Chuck Negron. Two legendary acts in one performance. 8 p.m. Bell Auditorium. 706-828-7700.

April 24-27. An Evening of Broadway Memories. A staged review of the most beloved scenes and songs from Rogers and Hammerstein musicals. Features the University Theatre Players, concert choir and a live orchestra. April 24-26, 8 p.m. and April 27, 2 p.m. USC-Aiken Etherredge Center. 803-641-3714.

April 18-19 and 25-27. Dearly Departed. April 18, 19, 25 and 26, 8 p.m. April 27, 3 p.m. Aiken Community Playhouse. 803-648-1348.

April 11 & 25. Movies in the Common. 9 p.m. Call 706-821-1754 for information.

 Families can explore plants in everyday life. The “Georgia Grown” exhibit, which includes a 20-minute mini-musical, The Imaginators, takes families on an imaginary journey to a local vegetable farm, a city park in the mountains and a flower garden. Monday-Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. (No 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. performance on Feb. 9 or 23.) Families can meet Ms. Flora and George Washington Carver as they teach kids the magical and mysterious properties of plants on Sundays at noon and 2 p.m and on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.

This exhibition tells the story of archaeologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie and his exploration of ancient Egyptian civilization. Columbia Museum of Art. Columbia. 803-799-2810.
 

Pays homage to the exceptional talent and unique vision of 22 African-American visual artists who have created dynamic abstract images and objects during their successful careers.
 

Morris Museum of Art
1 Tenth St. 706-724-7501 or www.themorris.org.

Through May 20. Greetings From Augusta: A Postcard Exhibit. Look back at vacation destinations in Augusta as  depicted on postcards from the Golden Age of postcards in the modern era.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Through May 31. From Ty to Cal: A Century of Baseball in Augusta. The Curator’s Corner at the Augusta Museum of History offers baseball fans a glimpse of souvenirs, photographs and game-used equipment. The micro-exhibit covers more than a century of local baseball history.

Through April 30. Stories & Legends: Remembering The Augusta National. The Augusta Museum of History presents this retrospective exhibit with artifacts and photos from the personal collection of Phil Wahl Sr., who was a former manager of the Augusta National.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.

Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History
1116 Phillips St. 706-724-3576 or www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com.

April 6-June 30. Augusta Photography Festival: William Anderson–Lest We Forget. As a special feature for the first Augusta Photography Festival June 19-21, William Anderson will compile a retrospective of black and white photographs from between 1958 and 2008.

Gertrude Herbert
Institute of Art
Full class listings can be
accessed at www.ghia.org
or by calling 706-722-5495.

April 14-July 31. Studio Art Classes and Workshops. Spring/summer classes available for adults, youth and children in a wide variety of media. Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art. Ware’s Folly. 706-722-5495

University Health Care System
Call 706-774-2825 for information. Registration is required for most programs.

April 14-May 5 (Mondays) or April 16-May 7 (Wednesdays). Childbirth Preparation Classes. 7-9:30 p.m. Free. Registration required.

Gertrude Herbert
Institute of Art
Full class listings can be
accessed at www.ghia.org
or by calling 706-722-5495.

April 18-May 23. Kent Ambler. This artist’s woodcuts are largely autobiographical and influenced by his natural surroundings. Opening reception, April 18, 6-8 p.m. Ware’s Folly. 706-722-5495.
 

April 18-May 4. New Bridge Spring Invitational 12 Goal. New Bridge Polo and Country Club. Aiken. 561-704-1055.

April 21-27. Tour de Georgia. Six days of world-class, professional bicycle racing and community festivals through 12 Southeastern cities. Monday: Tybee Island to Savannah, Tuesday: Statesboro to Augusta, Wednesday: Washington  to Gainesville, Thursday: Road Atlanta/ Braselton (team time trial), Friday: Suwanee/Gwinnett County to Dahlonega, Saturday: Blairsville/Union County to Brasstown Bald Mtn./Towns County and Sunday: Atlanta (circuit race). 770-316-8029 or www.tourdegeorgia.com.

April 24-27. 17th Annual Sacred Heart Garden Festival and Preview Party. Features display gardens by area professional landscapers, floral presentations by local florists as well as tours of private gardens. Preview party, April 24 at 7 p.m. Sacred Heart Cultural Center. 706-826-4700.

April 25-27. Antique Show and Sale. St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church is holding this first annual fundraiser. Features high-quality dealers from across the Southeast specializing in fine furniture, linens, jewelry, oriental rugs and more. Purchase tickets at the door. 706-738-6676.
 

April 25-26. Relay for Life. This team event features families, schools, companies, hospitals and other community groups who take turns walking around a track all night to raise money to fight cancer. Benefits the American Cancer Society. 7 p.m. Wheeler Road Family YMCA. 706-731-9900.
 

April 26. 2nd Annual Langley Pond International Triathlon. Presented by Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Benefits Donate Life South Carolina. To register, call Jeremy Davis at 864-271-4262.

April 26. Spring Bazaar. Crafts and more. Tables available for vendors. Call 706-309-9522 or 706-860-1639 to reserve a space. Marvin United Methodist Church.

Children in grades 3-8 can audition for the Chorale’s preparatory and performance choirs and receive in-depth vocal choral training with local, national and international performance opportunities. Openings are limited. Call the ACC office at 706-826-4718 for an audition appointment.

April 26. Blue Jeans and Black Ties. This foot stompin’, pig pickin’, finger lickin’ barbecue and fried catfish dinner benefits the Child Advocacy Center. Aiken Spring Classic Horse Show Grounds at Highfields. Call 803-644-5100 for tickets and information.

Columbia County Recreation 706-863-7523

April 21-May 9. Summer Basketball Registration. Boys and girls ages 10-15. Season played June-July.

April 26. Birding at Reed Creek. Observe the bird life as it changes from winter to spring. Bring binoculars and rubber boots to cross the creek. 7-9 a.m.

Reed Creek Park
3820 Park Lane, Martinez. 706-210-4027.

Augusta Recreation and Parks Department 706-796-5025.

April 1-30. Adult Summer Softball Registration. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Administrative offices, 5025 Lumpkin Rd.

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Saturdays 8:30am

Yoga Workout- A Sun Salute based Vinyasa class that is recommended for experienced students who want a more athletic yoga practice.  Classes consist of a variety of postures that strengthen and limber the body.

Trinity Hospital of Augusta
Call Women’s Health Services at 706-481-7727 or visit www.trinityofaugusta.com for information and registration.

April 26. Saturday Express Childbirth Preparation. This one-day class will help you and your support person understand the final stages of pregnancy as well as labor and the birth of your baby. Free. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

April 26. Augusta Walk to Cure Diabetes. This 1.3-mile walk for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation begins at Fort Discovery and participants receive admission to Fort Discovery for $1 after the walk. Registration begins at 9 a.m., walk begins at 10 a.m.

National Science Center’s Fort Discovery
706-821-0614 or www.NationalScienceCenter.org.

This stroller-based fitness program is designed for prenatal and postnatal women. Locations in Evans, Martinez and North Augusta. Baby Boot Camp classes at the Columbia County Memorial Gardens Park in Evans on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 9 a.m. 
Contact Stephanie at stephanie.mcwhorter@babybootcamp.com or visit http://www.babybootcamp.com.

Swim team for all ages of physically disabled swimmers to train for competition in disabled swim meets. 6:45 p.m. on Mondays and 9 a.m. on Saturdays. Call Claudia Collins at 706-922-9664 for fees and other information.
The Family Y
Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs. Register at any branch or online at www.thefamilyy.org or call 706-922-9622.

April 26. Augusta Symphony Instrument Petting Zoo and Finishing Touches Open Dress Rehearsal. Bring the kids at 9:30 a.m. for an instrument petting zoo and at 10:30 a.m. for an open dress rehearsal. First Baptist Church of Augusta. Call 706-738-7527 for information.

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
radiantwellbeing.com

April-May; Saturdays 10:00am

Gentle Stretch- Appropriate for beginning students, as well as folks recovering from illness or injuries.  The class consists of flowing, non-strenuous yoga movements designed to gently stretch skeletal muscles and deeply relax the nerous system.

April 19-May 3. ABC-1-2-3s of American Sign Language. Children ages 6-12 learn basic sign language through fun activities, games and skills practice. Pre-registration required by calling Vivian Rice at 706-721-6929. Three Saturdays from 10-11 a.m.

April 1-27. Aiken County Museum Golf Exhibit. Explore Aiken County’s history on the links. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 2-5 p.m. Aiken County Historical Museum. 803-642-2015.

April 26. Rocky Creek Springfest 2008. The South Augusta Business at Breakfast Quality of Life Committee, Augusta Technical College and Augusta Parks and Recreation present a special showcase for local art, music, food, merchants and community service. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Augusta Tech Quad/Courtyard. 706-798-6211 or 706-831-6211.

This traveling exhibit examines our 28th president’s rich legacy. Proceeds benefit the projects and programs of Historic Augusta and the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson. Tues.-Sat. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 706-724-0436.
 

April 12-June 1. Georgia Renaissance Festival. This elaborate 15th-century kingdom features more than 1,000 colorfully costumed characters, jousting knights, birds of prey show, great food and a sprawling artist market. Saturdays and Sundays including Memorial Day. 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Fairburn. 770-964-8575.
 

 Festival Highlights:
• Free Admission
• An Exhibit and Sale of Entries in the Yellow Jasmine Art Competition
• Vendors of Fine Art and Quality Handmade Crafts
• Garden Expo with Vendors, Demos, Plant Swap and Professional Speakers
• Free Krafty Kids Activities
• A Variety of Great Food
• A Community Stage with live entertainment from 11am-6pm
• A Street Party at 6:00pm with beach and party music by Riptide
• Fireworks Finale over historic Lookaway Hall and downtown North Augusta

April 26. WRDW Family Fair. Step in front of the green screen to forecast the weather. Try your hand at news casting. Plus enjoy inflatables, booths, games and more. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Augusta Common. Call 803-278-1212 for information.

April 26. Rockin’ for the River. Local bands perform a benefit concert for the Savannah Riverkeepers. Free admission. Noon. The Boathouse. 706-364-5253.

April 26. The Local Yokel Music Festival. Local bands perform original music to benefit the Columbia County Cares food pantry. Noon-10 p.m. Columbia County Amphitheater. For more information, visit www.localyokelmusic.com or call 706-541-2834.

Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St. 706-722-8454.
 

Radiant Well-being Yoga Center
501 West Ave, North Augusta
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April-May; Saturdays 12:30pm

Kripal DansKinetics- Appropriate for all fitness levels.  A yoga and dance-based fitness experience that uses music and movement to bring you to life, elevate your heart rate, lower your inhibitions, and connect you to your body with joy and acceptance.  Eclectic musical mix.  No dance experience required.

April 15-May 20. 100 Medical Signs You Need to Know. This six-week course held on Tuesdays teaches important medical signs in American Sign Language. Class size is limited and pre-registration required. 1-2 p.m. Call Vivian Rice at 706-721-6929.

April 26. Sweet Celebrations. Enjoy an evening of delicious desserts from local bakeries including Fresh Market, Boll Weevil and more. Shop the array of themed baskets offered at the silent auction and listen for door prize winners. All proceeds benefit the RECing Crew, a local leisure and recreational association serving individuals with disabilities. 6-9 p.m. North Augusta Community Center. 1010 Brookside Dr. 803-279-8820.

Family Y Parent’s Night Out Programs and More
Space is limited and pre-registration is suggested or required, depending on location.

April 26. Parent's Night Out at Wilson and Southside Family Y. For kids ages 2-12 from 6-9:30 p.m. Includes dinner, gymnastics and basketball instruction. Pre-registration at the Wilson Family Y is required. Call the Wilson Family Y at 706-922-9622 or The Southside Family Y at 706-922-9650.

April 26. Augusta Symphony Masterworks Concert. Violinist Vadim Gluzman performs Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. Also includes Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2. Interludes, 7 p.m.  Concert, 7:30 p.m. First Baptist of Augusta. 706-826-4705.

Home Games All home games played at Lake Olmstead Stadium. 706-736-7889.

April 26. vs. Asheville Tourists at 7:05 p.m.

April 24-27. An Evening of Broadway Memories. A staged review of the most beloved scenes and songs from Rogers and Hammerstein musicals. Features the University Theatre Players, concert choir and a live orchestra. April 24-26, 8 p.m. and April 27, 2 p.m. USC-Aiken Etherredge Center. 803-641-3714.

April 18-19 and 25-27. Dearly Departed. April 18, 19, 25 and 26, 8 p.m. April 27, 3 p.m. Aiken Community Playhouse. 803-648-1348.

 Families can explore plants in everyday life. The “Georgia Grown” exhibit, which includes a 20-minute mini-musical, The Imaginators, takes families on an imaginary journey to a local vegetable farm, a city park in the mountains and a flower garden. Monday-Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. (No 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. performance on Feb. 9 or 23.) Families can meet Ms. Flora and George Washington Carver as they teach kids the magical and mysterious properties of plants on Sundays at noon and 2 p.m and on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.

This exhibition tells the story of archaeologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie and his exploration of ancient Egyptian civilization. Columbia Museum of Art. Columbia. 803-799-2810.
 

Pays homage to the exceptional talent and unique vision of 22 African-American visual artists who have created dynamic abstract images and objects during their successful careers.
 

Morris Museum of Art
1 Tenth St. 706-724-7501 or www.themorris.org.

Through May 20. Greetings From Au