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Events Calendar
Search for Event by:Thursday Dec 1, 2022The Mars Theater will have a showing of I Heard The Bells'' on Thursday, December 1, at 2pm. Known as America's Poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow leads an idyllic life...until the day his world is shattered by tragedy. With a nation divided by Civil War and his family torn apart, Henry puts down his pen, silenced by grief. But it's the sound of Christmas morning that reignites the poet's lost voice as he discovers the resounding hope of rekindled faith. ... read moreCategories: Arts & CultureThursday Dec 1, 2022
We hope you will join us for a ribbon cutting at Old Town Market, 102 S Laurel Street in Springfield on Thursday, December 1, at 10am. Old Town Market is a new retail shop providing a variety of gift options in a charming vintage building. ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of CommerceFriday Dec 2, 2022Come share the magic of this wonderful musical adaptation of Charles Dickens's Christmas classic presented by the Effingham County Middle School Drama Club. Bill Francoeur's original music helps bring to life the story of Evalina Scrooge (Taylor Barnes), a miserly woman who is doomed to a miserable fate unless she changes her ways. Her late business partner, Josie Marley (Natalie Johns), wins her an opportunity to find redemption through an adventure-filled evening full of spirits that take her through Christmases past, present, and future. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022 - Sunday Dec 4, 2022Come share the magic of this wonderful musical adaptation of Charles Dickens's Christmas classic presented by the Effingham County Middle School Drama Club. Bill Francoeur's original music helps bring to life the story of Evalina Scrooge (Taylor Barnes), a miserly woman who is doomed to a miserable fate unless she changes her ways. Her late business partner, Josie Marley (Natalie Johns), wins her an opportunity to find redemption through an adventure-filled evening full of spirits that take her through Christmases past, present, and future. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022Join us for the Annual Guyton Christmas Parade! December 3th, 2022 Sale on the Trail from 8am-2pm Parade Starts at 11:00am Float applications available at city hall and at the following link. https://cityofguyton.com/documents/305/Parade_Packet.pdf Sale Booth application available at City Hall and at the following link: https://cityofguyton.com/documents/305/saleapplication.pdf ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of Commerce, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022Don't miss the BEST Holiday Breakfast Event! Come join us for a Whoville good time with The Grinch and the Cast of How The Dancing Grinch Stole Christmas!! There will be dancing, photograph opportunities, arts and crafts, face painting, Whoville Hair Salons, a delicious breakfast and more! Your ticket includes all of our activities!!! Get your tickets here: https://cpaa.ticketleap.com/grinch-bfast/ ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022The Rincon Recreation Department presents its annual Breakfast with Santa event on December 3rd, 2022. Join us for a holiday-filled morning with breakfast, pictures with Santa, crafts, and more! There will be two sessions for the event, one from 9AM-10:30AM and the other from 11AM-12:30PM. Be sure to reserve your tickets before it's too late! ... read moreCategories: Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022The Mars Theater will have a matinee showing of ''Strange World'' on Saturday, December 3 at 10am. The Clades are a legendary family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest and most crucial mission into uncharted and treacherous territory. ... read moreSaturday Dec 3, 2022
Georgia Salzberger Society's Christmas at Ebenezer December 3, 2022 11:00am ? 3:00pm Baked sweets, Chili or Brunswick Stew for lunch, hand crafted gifts, ornaments, exhibits, and local talent entertaining at the Pavilion. Shopping at the Museum Gift Shop. All proceeds will be used for preservation of the historic structures at Ebenezer. ... read moreCategories: Festivals & Celebrations, Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022Meet the Grinch at Amazing Grace Bakery & Marketplace, 506 Magnolia Street in Guyton. Open 8am-3:30pm for coffee, cocoa, sweet treats, and shopping. Come meet the Grinch, browse the 13 vendors, or just relax. ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of Commerce, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022Come enjoy the history, music, and stories of our beautiful local churches! Saturday, December 3, 2:30pm to 6:00pm ... read moreCategories: Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 3, 2022Springfield Christmas Tree Lighting Saturday, December 3, 5pm Free Cookies and Hot Chocolate provided! Santa will stop by! ... read moreCategories: Festivals & Celebrations, Community, HolidayTuesday Dec 6, 2022The Mars Theater will have a showing of ''Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon'' on Tuesday, December 6, at 7pm. At the end of his rope, Johnny Cash stumbled into a cave and laid down in the dark. But death didn?t come calling; God did. At the end of his rope, Johnny Cash stumbled into a cave and laid down in the dark. But death didn?t come calling; God did. Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon is the untold story of how ?The Man in Black? saw the light. JOHNNY CASH focuses on a critical period in the country music legend's life and career when he went from singing hymns in the cotton fields to playing sold-out stadiums. ... read moreCategories: Arts & CultureWednesday Dec 7, 2022
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Victory Roofing, 5847 Georgia Highway 21 in Rincon on Wednesday, December 7, at 4pm. Victory Roofing are specialists in roofing services, dedicated to providing customer service that is second to none. Whether it's a new construction project, repairs or replacements, Victory offers the roofing services you need. ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of CommerceSaturday Dec 10, 2022Race #3 in the Springfield Fall 5K Series Race Location: Pine St & Crawford St. Packet Pickup: 12/10/22 12-6pm @ Carlson & Co 405 N Laurel St Springfield, GA On-Site Registration: 12/10/22 8-8:45 am Race Start: 9am Awards: 10am ... read moreCategories: Community, Recreation & SportsSaturday Dec 10, 2022Central Station Bakery & Eatery will have a pancake breakfast with Santa. ... read moreCategories: Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 10, 2022fitness, fun, free, family, community, walk, exercise, dogs, puppies, donate ... read moreCategories: Holiday, Recreation & SportsSaturday Dec 10, 2022The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act ballet, originally choreographed by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov with a score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The libretto is adapted from E. T. A. Hoffmann's 1816 short story ''The Nutcracker and the Mouse King''. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, Community, HolidaySunday Dec 11, 2022... read moreCategories: Community, HolidayMonday Dec 12, 2022... read moreCategories: Community, HolidayMonday Dec 12, 2022Skin care studio open house. Discounts, prizes, and drinks ... read moreCategories: Chamber Of CommerceTuesday Dec 13, 2022
Join us for our annual Eggs & Issues Breakfast with State Majority Leader Jon Burns, State Representative Bill Hitchens, and State Senator Billy Hickman. It's a preview of the 2023 legislative session. We have also invited Chris Clark, CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce to speak. The Eggs & Issues Breakfast is sponsored by Effingham County Farm Bureau the Effingham County IDA. ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of Commerce- Registration Closed
Friday Dec 16, 2022 - Saturday Dec 17, 2022Guess who?s coming to town! That?s right! It?s Santa and Mrs. Claus! They will be at Ally?s Bakery, Friday, December 16 from 1:00-5:00 and Saturday, December 17 from 10:00-1:00. Make sure you don?t miss your chance to see them and get a delicious treat too! ... read moreCategories: Community, HolidayFriday Dec 16, 2022 - Sunday Dec 18, 2022The Mars Theater will have showings of ''Devotion'' on Friday, December 16, at 2pm and 7pm, Saturday, December 17 at 7pm and Sunday, December 18 at 3pm. Elite fighter pilots Jesse Brown and Tom Hudner become the U.S. Navy's most celebrated wingmen during the Korean War. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, CommunitySaturday Dec 17, 2022Join us for a Spectacular Celebration of the Holidays! Festive music, food, and drinks abound while you shop local and handmade artisans for those coveted gifts and seasonal decor! Activities for the kids, a visit with Santa Claus and much more await you and your family! Interested in becoming a vendor? Vendor spots are $35, Food Trucks are $45. Vendor fees are NON REFUNDABLE. Please sign up with this link only! You will receive and email from morrisabby14@gmail.com with payment information upon acceptance of your application. ... read moreCategories: Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 17, 2022This coming Saturday at Pillar Drug Company we are lucky enough to have Santa spend the morning with us.Come say hey and snap a picture from 9-11am! ... read moreCategories: Community, HolidaySaturday Dec 17, 2022Candy Cane Hunt for children ages 0-12 at 11am with lunch following. ... read moreCategories: HolidaySaturday Dec 17, 2022The Teresa Cowart Team and Rincon?s All Things Chocolate and More invite you to bring the family to meet Santa Claus on Saturday, December 17th, noon to 2pm. ... read moreCategories: Community, HolidayWednesday Dec 21, 2022The Mars Theater will have a showing of ''The Polar Express'' on Wednesday, December 21, at noon. On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas. They'll offer Kids Combos (popcorn and soda $3) Santa ''Shirley Temples'' and a surprise with purchase for The Polar Express. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, HolidayThursday Dec 22, 2022Come out and celebrate the virtual ribbon cutting ceremony for Tidy House Interiors on Thursday, December 22, 3pm, at the gazebo at First Baptist Church of Rincon, 201 E Sixth St, Rincon, GA 31326. Tidy House Interiors is a referral service for residential and commercial cleaning. The services I offer a interior cleaning, pressure washing, window cleaning, and floor cleaning. ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of CommerceThursday Dec 22, 2022
Carlson and Co. will host Christmas Charcuterie Class on Thursday, December 22, 6:30 to 8:30pm. We're hosting another charcuterie workshop with all the tips and tricks to build the best Christmas board of the season. Come enjoy wine, hors-d' oeuvres, and a take-home charcuterie board with instructions and guidance by James Carlson. We look forward to having you there! For questions or concerns, please call 912.754.9116 ext. 10 ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, Community, HolidayThursday Dec 22, 2022The Mars Theater will have a showing of ''Elf'' on Thursday, December 22, at 7pm. Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn't fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. As it happens, this is Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results. ... read moreCategories: HolidayFriday Dec 23, 2022The Mars Theater will have showings of ''White Christmas'' on Thurssday, December 23, at 2pm and 7pm. Having left the Army following W.W.II, Bob Wallace and Phil Davis team up to become a top song-and-dance act. Davis plays matchmaker and introduces Wallace to a pair of beautiful sisters (Betty and Judy) who also have a song-and-dance act. When Betty and Judy travel to a Vermont lodge to perform a Christmas show, Wallace and Davis follow, only to find their former commander, General Waverly, as the lodge owner. A series of romantic mix-ups ensue as the performers try to help the General. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, HolidayWednesday Dec 28, 2022 - Friday Dec 30, 2022Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center will hold a Holiday Horse Camp December 28th-30, 9am-noon Open to ages 6-10. $175 per camper. Includes horseback riding & crafts. Call 912-728-3728 or Volunteer@faithequestrian.org ... read moreCategories: Community, Holiday, Recreation & SportsWednesday Dec 28, 2022The Mars Theater will have a showing of ''Happy Feet'' on Wednesday, December 28, at noon. Away from home for the first time, Mumble meets a posse of decidedly un-Emperor-like penguins - the Adelie Amigos. Led by Ramon, the Adelies instantly embrace Mumble's cool dance moves. They'll offer Kids Combos (popcorn and soda $3) and Santa ''Shirley Temples.'' ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, HolidayFriday Dec 30, 2022The Mars Theater will have showings of ''Puss in Boots: The Last Wish'' on Friday, December 30, at 7pm and Sunday, January 1 at 3pm. Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: He has burnt through eight of his nine lives. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, CommunitySunday Jan 1, 2023The Effingham County Branch NAACP, local church organizations and civic groups will celebrate the 160th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation on New Years' Day, Sunday, January 1, 2023, 3pm at St. Mark Baptist Church, 122 Second Street in Clyo. The Honorable Dr. Otis S. Johnson, who served as Mayor of Savannah from 2004 to 2012, will be the primary speaker. ... read moreCategories: Community, Clubs/OrganizationsFriday Jan 6, 2023The Mars Theater will have showings of ''Puss in Boots: The Last Wish'' on Friday, January 6, and Saturday, January 7, at 7pm, with a matinee showing Sunday, January 8 at 3pm. Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: He has burnt through eight of his nine lives. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, CommunitySaturday Jan 7, 2023The Mars Theater will have showings of ''Puss in Boots: The Last Wish'' on Friday, January 6, and Saturday, January 7, at 7pm, with a matinee showing Sunday, January 8 at 3pm. Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: He has burnt through eight of his nine lives. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, CommunityTuesday Jan 10, 2023
We hope you will join us for a ribbon cutting at the new Parker's Kitchen on Tuesday, January 10, at 9am. The new Parker's Kitchen is at 14440 Highway 17 S. in Guyton. Parker?s founder and CEO Greg Parker will be on hand to cut the ribbon. Parker?s operates over 70 convenience stores in 6 counties in Southeast Georgia and South Carolina. Get to know them at https://parkerskitchen.com. ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of CommerceFriday Jan 13, 2023The Mars Theater will have showings of ''I Wanna Dance With Somebody'' on Friday, January 13, at 7pm, Saturday, January 14 at 7pm and Sunday, January 15 at 3pm. Discovered by record executive Clive Davis, Whitney Houston rises from obscurity to international fame in the 1980's to become one of the greatest singers of her generation. ... read moreSaturday Jan 14, 2023The Mars Theater will have showings of ''I Wanna Dance With Somebody'' on Friday, January 13, at 7pm, Saturday, January 14 at 7pm and Sunday, January 15 at 3pm. Discovered by record executive Clive Davis, Whitney Houston rises from obscurity to international fame in the 1980's to become one of the greatest singers of her generation. ... read moreMonday Jan 16, 2023The Effingham County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Monday, January 16, 2023 ... read moreCategories: Festivals & Celebrations, Community, HolidayTuesday Jan 17, 2023
Come learn how your business can be a vendor to Effingham County government, at the Chamber Members Breakfast on Tuesday, January 17, 8:30am, at the Herald Center, 1204 North Columbia Avenue in Rincon. Guest speaker for the breakfast is Alison Bruton, Purchasing Agent for Effingham County. A light continental breakfast will be provided, including coffee, juices, water, and pastries. Admission is $10 for current chamber members, $15 for non-members. Seating is limited and advance registration is required. This is one of the regularly scheduled informational breakfasts for chamber members. We welcome suggestions of topics, speakers, and meeting venues for future breakfasts. Please contact the chamber at (912) 754-3301 or via e-mail at info@effinghamcountychamber.org for more information or to reserve seats.. . ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of Commerce- Registration Closed
Friday Jan 20, 2023The Mars Theater will have showings of ''Top Gun: Maverick'' on Friday, January 20, at 7pm and Sunday, January 22 at 3pm. After more than 30 years of service as one of the Navy's top aviators, Pete ''Maverick'' Mitchell is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. Training a detachment of graduates for a special assignment, Maverick must confront the ghosts of his past and his deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who choose to fly it. ... read moreSaturday Jan 21, 2023Effingham County Project SEARCH will hold the Frosty 5K on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Honey Ridge Agricenter, 477 Honey Ridge Road, in Guyton, Georgia. a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Effingham County High School Best Buddies Club, with the remainder benefitting Project Search. ... read moreCategories: Community, Schools, Recreation & SportsSaturday Jan 21, 2023With a full-time career in the Music Industry spanning 20+ years, Thomas Claxton has traveled the United States and abroad, performing for major venues and events and working with industry leaders and world-renowned performers. Claxton, a classically-trained vocalist and native of Effingham County, debuted his self-produced ?Me, Myself, & Us? Concert Series over a year ago to great reviews and occasionally brings in special guest performers to the shows. These are often artists that Claxton has worked with throughout his career and now, through the Concert Series in the Coastal Empire area, wants to introduce to his supporters in his hometown scene. Making his first ever appearance at The Mars Theatre, January?s Special Guest, Larry Mitchell?s, illustrious career has seen him travel the world touring with major artists ranging from Steve Vai, Tracy Chapman, and Billy Squire to Miguel Bosé, Ric Ocasek of ?The Cars? and winning numerous industry awards including a Grammy. As an artist, Larry Mitchell has released 9 albums and taken home the award for ?Best Pop Jazz Artist? in the San Diego Music Awards as well as numerous others. On this night, enjoy carefully selected songs from Thomas Claxton for the first set, an incredible performance from Larry Mitchell during the second set, and a set of music from Thomas and Larry together to close the night featuring many crowd-favorites from some of the celebrity artists that Larry has performed with throughout his career . There will also be a Q&A with Larry for the audience to participate in as well as the chance to meet this incredible performer. ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, CommunityThursday Jan 26, 2023The Mars Theater will have a showing of ''Left Behind: Rise of the Anti-Christ'' on Thursday, January 26 at 7pm. After millions of people vanish and the world falls into chaos, the only light is a charismatic leader who rises to become head of the U.N. But does he bring hope for a better future? Or is it the end of the world? ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, CommunityFriday Jan 27, 2023The Mars Theater will have showings of ''A Man Called Otto'' on Friday, January 27, at 2pm, Saturday, January 28 at 7pm and Sunday, January 29 at 3pm. Otto, a crotchety, irritable, and fiercely strict widower, lives a lonely life, judging everyone he sees. When he forms an unlikely friendship with his new neighbors, Otto begins to change. ... read moreCategories: Arts & CultureFriday Jan 27, 2023The Brit Pack is a supergroup featuring the amazing talents of Matt Nakoa, Mark Johnson, Bryan Percivall, and Will Haywood Smith. The accomplished band members have performed with artists such as Paul McCartney, Elton John, and Britney Spears among many others. The Brit Pack offers a show full of music from major names across the pond that's at the same time familiar enough to make audiences feel right at home and high-energy enough to get the crowd on their feet! ... read moreCategories: Arts & Culture, CommunitySaturday Jan 28, 2023 - Monday Jan 30, 2023The Mars Theater will have showings of ''A Man Called Otto'' on Friday, January 27, at 2pm, Saturday, January 28 at 7pm and Sunday, January 29 at 3pm. Otto, a crotchety, irritable, and fiercely strict widower, lives a lonely life, judging everyone he sees. When he forms an unlikely friendship with his new neighbors, Otto begins to change. ... read moreCategories: Arts & CultureSunday Jan 29, 2023 - Tuesday Jan 31, 2023Effingham Day at the Capitol will begin Sunday, January 29 through Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Residents of Effingham will gather in Atlanta to advocate for our community. This Year We Will Offer a Business Development Workshop on Sunday in addition to our usual activities on Monday & Tuesday. ... read moreCategories: Community, Government, Chamber Of Commerce- Registration Closed
