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Weekend Planner: Home and Garden, Bridal Shows and Multiple Benefits

Here is our pick of activities going on in or near Oconee County this weekend.

 

Where/When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24- Sunday, Feb. 26 at The Classic Center in Athens

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Why Go:  To get ideas for building a new home, landscaping, or remodeling.  Local and area vendors will be on hand to answer questions and offer tips.

Pricing: $7

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Where/When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25 at

Why Go:  To enjoy yummy barbecue, coleslaw, beans, bread and homemade cake and support Saints for a Cure and their quest to raise money for this year's Oconee County Relay for Life.

Pricing: $7 per plate


Where/When: 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Oconee campus of Gainesville State College

Why Go:  To race in a 5K or family fun run or just support the participants.  Monies raised will benefit Gainesville State College Oconee Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter.

Pricing: $20 to participate, free to cheer on the runners!


Where/When: 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26 at The Foundry Park Inn and Spa

Why Go:  To sample a variety of cuisine and coctails and meet about two dozen vendors, including florists, bakers, photographers, entertainers and more.

Pricing: $12


Note: Information about a benefit gospel concert was incorrect and has been removed from this article.


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