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Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home will partner with One Book Many Voices in Rome as well as the Rome Area Council for the Arts, the Georgia Chapter of the Trail of Tears Association, and Duke Hospitality to present an evening of Cherokee culture and literary exploration with Cherokee musici…
American heroes come in all shapes, sizes … and dog breeds.
For week two of our seven-week introspect on chakras, we’ll be looking at the sacral chakra.
Home fires can start and spread quickly, which is why we all need to be careful and educated when it comes to fire safety. Just a little bit of planning can make a big difference for your family.
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz of the hit television show “American Pickers” are returning to Georgia in December and are looking for local collections and local characters to feature.
Monday, Oct. 20, 1969
When Richard Baumgartner was a child, his family said he always had a toy car in his hand, and by 10 years old he was helping his dad work on the real thing.
Those who missed “To Kingdom Come,” a 2018 Rome International Film Festival Audience Award winner for Featured Films, can view it again on Monday at the Rome City Auditorium.
When Richard Baumgartner was a child, his family said he always had a toy car in his hand, and by 10 years old he was helping his dad work on the real thing.
Rome High head football coach John Reid asked his players and staff to organize a fundraiser this year aimed at helping his players understand what wearing pink is really all about.
Friday’s looking good but the organizers of the Mark Fullerton memorial 2019 Bear Creek Bash are casting a wary eye to the weather on Saturday.
Floyd Medical Center’s Boot Camp for New Dads is aimed at helping dads become comfortable, competent and compassionate parents.
The Brewhouse Music & Grill will be the venue for the 4th Annual Phoenix Fest live music event.
Rome residents who want a cool handmade bowl created by a local artist while supporting a great organization need to get tickets now for one of Rome’s most popular fall events.
This is the final year Rome residents will see the John Wisdom Wagon Train and Billy Puryear Ride.
Romans are encouraged to wear their finest ‘smoking jackets and stoles’ to an event that will take them back to the Victorian era. And it’s all to help end childhood hunger.
This Saturday, Elevation House will host the Elevating Minds Art Show and Auction in the lobby of Heritage First Bank on Broad Street.
One of Rome’s popular fall events took place last weekend when area residents crowded Broad Street to enjoy a day of great bluegrass music, food and fun at Fiddlin’ Fest Between the Rivers.
Saddle up for the final year of the John Wisdom Wagon Train and Billy Puryear Ride. The public is invited to help celebrate 40 Years of revisiting the heroic path of John Wisdom by lining Broad Street and cheering on participants of the Wagon Train.
Where can you get spicy food, drink good beer and watch the Bulldogs take on the Gators all while supporting the arts? This year’s Rome Beer Fest held at Heritage Park on Nov. 2, that’s where.
So for the next seven weeks we’re going to be looking at chakras and how they affect you. Starting with the root, or base, chakra and working toward the top of the body, our crown chakra.
When the Rome International Film Festival returns Nov. 6-10, it brings a slew of films from across the globe.
Sunday, Oct. 12, 1969
It was hot and dry even at the beginning of October. What the heck was up with the crazy hot weather?
A home fire occurs every 76 seconds. More than 100,000 children 14 and under are treated for fire and burn injuries each year. Here are a few steps to make your home safe from fires and help prevent burn injuries to children.
The last Walk with a Doc of the year is fast approaching and Harbin Clinic Pediatrician Dr. Melissa Davis will lead the group for the final lap on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Bridgepoint Plaza, just off Second Avenue in Rome, at 9 a.m.
Young Life of Rome/Floyd County will present an evening of story and song with singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb on Sunday, Oct. 27 at the Rome City Auditorium.
Downtown Rome will be filled with sweet sounds of Bluegrass music Friday when the 4th Annual Fiddlin’ Fest Between the Rivers returns to downtown Rome on Saturday.
Harvest Moon Cafe’s second annual Oktoberfest celebration takes place Saturday at The Vogue on Broad Street immediately following Fiddlin’ Fest.
The Three Rivers Singers, Rome’s community chorus, will present a concert on Sunday at Garden Lakes Baptist Church.
The lively rhythm of conga drums and the sounds of trumpets will have audiences itching to get up and dance during the award-winning documentary film “Rubén Blades is Not My Name,” by Abner Benaim at the Rome International Film Festival. The film follows the legacy of Latin American icon Rub…
Mushrooms thrive on a couple of downed logs off Branham Avenue near the entrance to Coosa Country Club. To see a selection of edible mushrooms, check out the 2019 Georgia Mushroom Festival on Saturday and Sunday at Rolater Park, 13 Old Cedartown Road, Cave Spring.
The 51st annual Great Locomotive Chase Festival drew throngs to the streets of Adairsville Oct. 4-6. Vendors lined the town’s public square, and the crowd shopped and enjoyed live music and food ranging from BBQ to Greek fare and tacos. The fair portion of the festival featured a midway with…
Cancer Navigators invites members of the community to decorate and donate wreaths for its annual silent auction to be held in November.
Since 2000, an average of 355 unintentional pedestrian fatalities among children ages 14 and under have occurred each year.
In a large building on West Third Street, there are children learning simple skills that will change their lives forever.
The 4th Annual Fiddlin’ Fest Between the Rivers will transforms downtown Rome into a free street festival featuring Bluegrass music and vintage fun.
So when quizzed, what would you say is the #1 killer out there today? Is it heart disease? It is for women. Is it shootings or car accidents? Or, worldwide, is it mosquitos?
Sunday, Oct. 5, 1969
Dept. 7A Fine Art
The Berry College Theatre Company’s 2019-2020 season is now open, and “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” is up and running.
“Selah: A Shorter University Showcase” will be held at the Desoto Theatre on Saturday, Oc. 19.
The Georgia Highlands College Library is partnering with with local nonprofit DIGS (Developing Independence, Growth & Security) to host the DIGS Art Club for an art show and fundraiser.
Janet Byington is proud of her collection of classic vinyl albums. But she knows there are Rome residents with equally impressive collections of all sorts and she wants the public to see them.
Ayurveda, while being closely tied to yoga, is a wellness whole-body concept that incorporates movement, diet, and spiritual connection.
With sculptures, pottery, watercolors and more, The Harbin Clinic Gallery at Makervillage has unveiled its its fourth exhibit, “Inspiring Artists,” which is now open to the public.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the local domestic violence agency, Hospitality House for Women, is preparing to increase Rome-Floyd County’s awareness and knowledge of domestic violence, as well as breaking down barriers for victims.
Nominations are being accepted for the annual program that honors individuals who have worked tirelessly to improve the community through volunteerism.
It’s a fact that most injuries can be prevented, and parents and caregivers play a major role in making sure little ones stay safe.
Sunday, Sept, 28, 1969
