Northeast Georgia History Center

<h2>Foxfire at the History Center &amp; Grandparents Day Saturday, September 12th Foxfire - 10am to 3pm; Grandparents Day - 10am to 12pm</h2>
In Collaboration with the Foxfire Village Museum &amp; Mercantile of Rabun County, GA
Looking for a memorable family outing? On Saturday, September 12, 2026, you'll find a vibrant day of living history, hands-on craft demonstrations, and family fun here at the Northeast Georgia History Center!
Throughout the day, the Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center will be in residence to demonstrate traditional Appalachian skills and regional heritage crafts. Alongside Foxfire, the Georgia Mountain Fiber Arts Guild will offer an up-close look at historic textile traditions.&nbsp;
In celebration of National Grandparents Day, NEGAHC is hosting a special morning of family activities from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Grandparents and grandchildren can team up to explore history firsthand through interactive crafts, historic toys and games, and guided activities built for all ages.
Combining master craft demonstrations with a celebration of family roots, this unique event builds a bridge between past and present, offering Gainesville families a memorable opportunity to learn, create, and connect together.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will support The Foxfire Village Museum &amp; Mercantile in Rabun County, GA
The Foxfire Museum:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.foxfire.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.foxfire.org/</a>
Pre-registration Now Open! Walk-Ins Welcome!

Local Event: FoxFire in Residence & Grandparents Day

Hall County

Gainesville

Georgia

FoxFire in Residence & Grandparents Day

Foxfire at the History Center & Grandparents Day Saturday, September 12th Foxfire - 10am to 3pm; Grandparents Day - 10am to...

<h3>September Homeschool Day: Founding of Georgia</h3>
<h4>SURVIVING THE WILD FRONTIER: LIVE THE FOUNDING OF GEORGIA</h4>
This September, young pioneers can experience the monumental history of the February 1733 landing at Yamacraw Bluff at the History Center! This immersive and multi-sensory learning experience will tell the story of how General James Oglethorpe, Chief Tomochichi, and cultural translator Mary Musgrove forged a legendary alliance that completely transformed the wild wilderness to make international colonial history.
Throughout the day, students will have the opportunity to interact with James Oglethorpe and rotate through dynamic, hands-on “History Hubs” designed to highlight the founding of Georgia as an epic story of teamwork, survival, and intercultural diplomacy.
Can’t make it this month? October is Appalachian Folklore &amp; Hispanic Heritage Homeschool Day! Students can interact with Admiral David Farragut and explore how both Appalachian and Hispanic cultures share rich oral histories tied to the autumn harvest.

Local Event: September Homeschool Day: Founding of Georgia

September Homeschool Day: Founding of Georgia

September Homeschool Day: Founding of Georgia
SURVIVING THE WILD FRONTIER: LIVE THE FOUNDING OF GEORGIA
This September, young...

Belk

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer.
Receive a complimentary bra fitting. For every guest who gets fit and purchases a regular-price Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra at the event, Wacoal will donate $5 to Susan G. Komen®, supporting breast cancer research, patient services, and critical education programs.
Whether you’re overdue for a fitting, refreshing your top drawer, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, this is an easy way to do something good for yourself and your community.
Bring your daughters, friends, sisters, and neighbors. Make it a girls’ day with purpose!
The event runs all day; check your location for availability. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome, and the event is open to all.

Local Event: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer...

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the...

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

2026-2027 Heritage Craft Classes
In Collaboration with the Georgia Mountain Fiber Arts Guild
Discover the relaxing art of crochet in our Beginner Crochet Class with instructor Kathleen Holdash! Whether you’ve never held a hook or just need a refresher, Kathleen will guide you step-by-step through basic stitches and technique to get you stitching with confidence. Come unwind, learn a new craft, and take home your very own handmade creation! Class meet 4 Saturdays from 10am to 12pm: September 26th, October 3rd, October 10th, and October 17th. You will need a size G hook &amp; worsted weight yarn.
Please visit our website for pre-registration and the other Heritage Craft Classes!

Local Event: Heritage Craft Class: Beginner Crochet

Heritage Craft Class: Beginner Crochet

2026-2027 Heritage Craft Classes
In Collaboration with the Georgia Mountain Fiber Arts Guild
Discover the relaxing art of...

Single Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026
Build the skills and confidence to work effectively as part of a professional K9 team. This hands-on course focuses on practical training and real-world application to prepare handlers for the demands of the field.
📍 Gainesville, GA 📅 Starts October 12, 2026 🎖 Veteran Education Benefits Accepted ⚠️ Limited availability
Take the next step in your K9 career. Secure your spot today.
Learn more and register: <a href="https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/single-purpose-k9-handler-course-10-12-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/single-purpose-k9-handler-course-10-12-2026/</a>
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Local Event: Single Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026

Single Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12,...

Single Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026
Build the skills and confidence to work effectively as part of a...

Single Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026

Dual Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026
Take the next step toward a professional career as a K9 Handler with hands-on training built for real-world deployment.
Develop the skills, confidence, and practical experience needed to work effectively with a trained K9 team in demanding real-world environments.
📍 Gainesville, GA 📅 October 12 – November 6, 2026 🎖 Veteran Education Benefits Accepted ⚠️ Limited to 10 participants
Seats are limited. Secure your spot today.
Learn more and register: <a href="https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/dual-purpose-k9-handler-course-10-12-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/dual-purpose-k9-handler-course-10-12-2026/</a>
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Local Event: Dual Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026

Dual Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026

Dual Purpose K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026
Take the next step toward a professional career as a K9 Handler with hands-on...

Full Service K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026
Take your K9 training to the next level with comprehensive, hands-on instruction designed to build confident and capable handlers.
Gain practical experience, strengthen your handling skills, and prepare for the challenges of working with a professional K9 team.
📍 Gainesville, GA 📅 Starts October 12, 2026 🎖 Veteran Education Benefits Accepted ⚠️ Limited availability
Build the skills for your next career. Secure your spot today.
Learn more and register: <a href="https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/full-service-k9-handler-course-10-12-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/full-service-k9-handler-course-10-12-2026/</a>
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Local Event: Full Service K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026

Full Service K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026

Full Service K9 Handler Course | October 12, 2026
Take your K9 training to the next level with comprehensive, hands-on...

Full Service Dog Trainer Course | October 12, 2026
Turn your passion for working with dogs into professional-level training skills.
This comprehensive, hands-on course is designed to develop the knowledge, confidence, and practical experience needed to train working dogs and build a strong foundation for a career in the K9 industry.
📍 Gainesville, GA 📅 Starts October 12, 2026 🎖 Veteran Education Benefits Accepted ⚠️ Limited availability
Train with purpose. Build your skills. Start your next career.
Learn more and register: <a href="https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/full-service-dog-trainer-course-10-12-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://customcanineunlimited.com/event/full-service-dog-trainer-course-10-12-2026/</a>
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Local Event: Full Service Dog Trainer Course | October 12, 2026

Full Service Dog Trainer Course | October 12, 2026

Full Service Dog Trainer Course | October 12, 2026
Turn your passion for working with dogs into professional-level training...

History Center Fall Lecture Series | Tues, October 13th, 7:00 PM A Victorian Halloween: Creatures &amp; Myths Sponsored by UNG College of Arts &amp; LettersThis talk explores the strange world of monsters and supernatural creatures in Victorian Britain. From the terrifying Spring-Heeled Jack prowling the streets of London to photographs of fairies and stories of an ancient Egyptian mummy whose curse supposedly brought disaster to anyone who encountered it, Victorians loved a good supernatural story. We’ll look at some of the most famous cases, where the stories came from, and what they can tell us about a society fascinated by both the possibilities of the modern world and the things that science still could not explain.
With Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Phillip Guerty
There will be a Question and Answer session with our guest speaker at the end of the presentation.
Preregistration Now Open!

Local Event: October Lecture: A Victorian Halloween: Creatures & Myths

October Lecture: A Victorian Halloween:...

History Center Fall Lecture Series | Tues, October 13th, 7:00 PM A Victorian Halloween: Creatures & Myths  Sponsored by UNG...

October Lecture: A Victorian Halloween: Creatures & Myths

<h3>October Homeschool Day: Appalachian Folklore &amp; Hispanic Heritage Homeschool Day</h3>
LEGENDS, LORE, AND LUMINARIES: APPALACHIAN FOLKLORE AND HISPANIC HERITAGE 
As the autumn chill creeps over the Blue Ridge foothills and the nights grow longer, the Northeast Georgia History Center is preparing to pull back the veil on the mysterious side of history. Appalachian and Hispanic cultures both possess incredibly rich oral histories tied directly to the autumn harvest. 
Taking place during the final week of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ll explore how early settlers and ancient Mesoamerican cultures used oral storytelling and understanding of the natural world to survive the wild frontier. Throughout the day, students can meet Admiral David Farragut and rotate through hands-on academic and artistic stations explicitly designed to reveal how both mountain settlers and Hispanic communities used storytelling, nature, and symbolism to explain the world around them.
Pre-Registration Now Open!

Local Event: Homeschool Day: Appalachian Folklore & Hispanic Heritage Homeschool Day

Homeschool Day: Appalachian Folklore & Hispanic...

October Homeschool Day:  Appalachian Folklore & Hispanic Heritage Homeschool Day
LEGENDS, LORE, AND LUMINARIES: APPALACHIAN...

Homeschool Day: Appalachian Folklore & Hispanic Heritage Homeschool Day

Cumming Fairgrounds

Four Scythes Haunted Attraction is a top-rated Haunted House in Atlanta. Located only 30 miles north of Atlanta. Celebrating our 8th year of fear, with professionally designed sets and special effects. Four Scythes Haunt features the all new Haskills Homestead, Haskills Meats Slaughterhouse and the Carnival of Screams Clown Maze(*Open only 4 nights). These attractions promise to give visitors a spine-chilling experience like no other. Four Scythes Haunt will be open all 11 nights of the Cumming Fair Oct 8-18, and then for 2 weekends after the Fair closes, Oct 23-24 &amp; 30-31. The last 2 weekends in Oct 23-24 &amp; 30-31 we will have entertainment, music/bands, food and drinks. Come check out one of the best haunted houses in Georgia.

Local Event: Four Scythes Haunted Attraction - Cumming, GA

Forsyth County

Cumming

Four Scythes Haunted Attraction - Cumming, GA

Four Scythes Haunted Attraction is a top-rated Haunted House in Atlanta. Located only 30 miles north of Atlanta. Celebrating...

Lanier Tech

Join us for a festive celebration featuring handmade, artistic, and artisan gifts perfect for the holiday season. The event includes special attractions like Santa, the Elf Corner shopping zone for children, and engaging children's crafts.

Local Event: 23rd Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival

23rd Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival

Join us for a festive celebration featuring handmade, artistic, and artisan gifts perfect for the holiday season. The event...

2026-2027 Heritage Craft Classes
In Collaboration with the Georgia Mountain Fiber Arts Guild
Ready to step up your knitting game? Join instructor Shari Frazier for our Sock Knitting class and learn how to craft cozy, custom hand-knit socks! This workshop is designed for knitters who already know how to knit and purl and are ready to tackle turns, heels, and toes. Bring your skills, and leave with the confidence (and technique!) to knit your new favorite pair! You will need a size 6 knitting needle and worsted weight yarn. Class meets 4 Saturdays from 10am to 12pm: January 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th. 
Please visit our website for pre-registration and the other Heritage Craft Classes!

Local Event: Heritage Craft Class: Sock Knitting

Heritage Craft Class: Sock Knitting

2026-2027 Heritage Craft Classes
In Collaboration with the Georgia Mountain Fiber Arts Guild
Ready to step up your knitting...

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Custom Canine Unlimited 

Custom Canine Unlimited provides professional K9 training services for pet owners, working dog teams, and law enforcement agencies. Our One-on-One Dog Training in Gainesville, GA allows owners to work directly with certified trainers to build obedience, confidence, and real-world control. Sessions are personalized to each dog and owner for lasting results. Serving Gainesville, Oakwood, Flowery Branch, and the North Georgia region.

Custom Canine Unlimited provides professional K9 training services for pet owners, working dog teams, and law enforcement agencies. Our One-on-One...

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