Emanuel Arts Center--The arts come alive at the Emanuel Arts Center. Little Theater, La Petite Series, community plays and choral presentations emphasize a list of year-round events. The Gift Shop offers local artists' paintings, sculptures, and other gift items. Open Mon-Fri. The Center is located at 303 North Green Street. Call 237-2592 for more information or visit their website at www.emanuelarts.org.

East Georgia College Vision Series--This year-round series of events is unique for a small community such as ours. Notable authors, people of interest, business titans, symphony and choral presentations make this the highlight of cultural activities in the area. Former President Jimmy Carter, U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young, best-selling author of Midnight In The Garden of Good and Evil, John Berendt, the Augusta Symphony and Chairman and CEO Emeritus of Georgia Pacific Corporation and A.D. "Pete" Correll are recent guest. Vision Series events are held in the auditorium of the Luck Flanders Gambrell Center  located on campus. Events are free to the public. A list of Series events can be obtained at the Chamber or by contacting East Georgia College at 478-289-2017.

Gallery RFD-- Gallery RFD is located at 106 Green Street in  Downtown Swainsboro. The goal of the organization is to promote economic enrichment in rural communities through the arts. The Gallery hosts twelve original art exhibitions a year exploring diverse, challenging and pertinent subject matter. The Gallery also creates original educational programming for elementary and middle school students. For more information contact the Gallery at 912-224-8296 or visit their website at www.galleryrfd.org.

Super Saturday Arts & Crafts for Children--Held on the second Saturday of each month, this lively event is held at the Emanuel Arts Center. The focus is on children's activities that are fun, educational and delightful. For more information call 478-237-2592.

Art Stroll--Art Stroll is held at twilight on the second Saturday of each month to view artwork and enjoy the downtown area. A number of local shops and businesses stay open late to exhibit works within their businesses. Wine, cheese, beverages and food make for a delightful evening. Following the Stroll, music or entertainment is featured at the Downtown Pavilion. For more information call Gallery RFD at 912-224-8296 or visit their website at www.galleryrfd.org.

The Kalmanson Art Gallery--Local and regional artists display their work in the Kalmanson Art Gallery located within the Emanuel Arts Center. "Meet the Artist" receptions are held monthly to coincide with each new event. Call the Center for more information, 478-237-2592.

Arts in the Woods- Local artists display their unique work in this non-traditional art exhibition. Usually lasting from dawn to dusk in late March, this show  is held outdoors and incorporates storytelling, art installations, music and the performing arts for an unforgettable experience. Hosted by Stillmoreroots Group, more information can be found on their website, www.stillmoreroots.con or by contacting the Group at 478-289-0097.