GROUP TOURS

This equestrian event takes place at the Georgia International Horse Park, 8am start time each day, Newton County Saddle Club is a two day open show that offers classes for everyone. For more information, visit www.newtoncountysaddleclub.com

This event introduces new parents and parents-to-be to resources in the community.  Held at Piedmont Rockdale, building A, in classrooms. Event is from 9am-12pm, for more information, www.piedmont.org/rockdale 770-918-3298

Corks & Cuvee celebrates their 8 year Anniversary with a street closure and Wine Stroll.  Event takes place on Center Street and is from 1-5pm, for tickets, visit www.eventbrite.com, 923 Center Street, 770-679-4108

The Book Cellar hosts author: Ashley Cobb with her debut novel and book signing.  Event is from 5-7pm at 951 Railroad Street.  For more information and tickets: www.thebookcellar.shop , 770-628-5200

The Celtic Tavern have an early start to St. Patrick’s day celebrating with a street closure with outdoor dining and live entertainment, 5pm-1am, 918 Commercial Street, for more information, 470-276-6633

Back at the Georgia International Horse Park with the Spartan Sprint, Super and the Beast! Thousands of fellow Spartans will line up to battle this one of a kind race course covering varying terrain and overcoming challenging style obstacles along the way.  For more information and to sign up, visit www.spartan.com

This equestrian event takes place at the Georgia International Horse Park, Five full rings of hunter and jumper competition for all levels of riders are the centerpiece of a fun and festive weekend for all!  For more information, visit www.hjfoxclassics.com

Get a behind-the-scenes look at life in a cloistered monastery. On these Highlights and Insights Tours, participants will get to see sections of the Monastery of the Holy Spirit not normally open to the public. Visitors will get a rare glimpse into the lives of these monks and revel in the profound beauty and history of one of the most magnificent and peaceful places in Georgia. Tours begin at 9:30am and are $20 per person,  every 2^nd Saturday March- Nov. 2625 Hwy 212 SW. Organized by Arabia Mountain Heritage Area Alliance, for more information 404-988-8384

Conyers-Rockdale Library hosts used book sale from 10-2pm every second Saturday of the month.  Also visit them on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10-12pm.  770-388-5040, www.conyersrockdalelibrary.org

City of Conyers hosts annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade at 5pm followed up leprechaun look-a-like contest, best pet costume,  activities and more. www.conyersga.com