Where: Recreation Department

When: May 1, 2010

Local Rangers to reenact November, 1864 battle of "Pine Hill" between Sherman's Army of the Tennessee and Confederate soldiers

The McLeod-Moring Rangers Camp (SCV) and The Emanuel Rangers (UDC) announce plans to recreate an 1864 period Confederate Army camp and stage a mock battle during the 2010 Southeast Timber Expo. Members in unifonn will set up a Headquarters camp on Thursday April 29, 2010 and continue presentations through Saturday May 1, 2010. Rangers will present living history exhibits and re-enact a fictional battle- the Battle of Pine Hill. The battle will commence on Saturday May 1, 2010 when Union forces attack Confederate positions in the camp. Both armies will demonstrate battle maneuvers involving rifle and cannon fire.

Where: Downtown Swainsboro

When: May 1, 2010 (12 noon)

The Battle of the Bands will be held at the Bone Yard in downtown Swainsboro.

Entry is $50 and applications must be in by Monday, April 26 2010.

To enter, please download the Battle of the Bands application and mail to:

WXRS Radio
2 Radio Loop
Swainsboro, GA  30401
Attention: Amy Gilbert

Where: Swainsboro Auditorium

When: April 24, 2010

The 2010 Pine Tree Festival Beuty Pageant is sponsored by the Swainsboro Rotary Club.

Applications close on April 17 2010.

Where: Recreation Department

When: April 30, 2010 7:00pm (Gates open 5pm)

We are pleased to announce details for the concert for the 2010 Pine Tree Festival and South East Timber EXPO.

The Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber Expo proudly presents Bucky Covington and Jimmy Wayne in concert April 30th.  Tickets on sale now $15.00 in advance and $20.00 at the gate.  Gates open at 5pm and concert starts at 7pm.  Taking the stage at 7pm will be "South 70" followed by Bucky Covington and Jimmy Wayne.

Update: You can no longer pre-purchase tickets. Tickets are available at the gate for $20.00

Where: Recreation Department

When: May 1st, 2010

$20 Registration

Goodie Bags & Dash Plaques for the first 40 who register

Where: Downtown Swainsboro (US1 South of Railroad)

When: May 1, 2010 (Line up 9:30am; Step Off 10:30am)

Every year, the Pine Tree Festival holds a parade in Downtown Swainsboro. This year, we expect the parade to be bigger and better than ever.

This is a great opportunity for your organization to participate in the Pine Tree Festival.

Prizes for the floats will be awarded as follows:

• First Prize: $750
• Second Prize: $500
• Third Prize: $250

Where: Recreation Department

When: April 30 & May 1, 2010

The FMX Freestyle Motorcycle Exhibition Stunt Show features the fastest growing action sport of the new millenium and is described as a combination of suspense, thrill and danger. Each show is staffed with professional motorcycle riders that have competed in the world famous ESPN X-Games. In addition to ESPN, riders have demonstrated their skills on the Speed Channel, Fuel TV's "M-80" series and MTV.

The motorcycle stunt show and exhibition will be presented to area school kids on Thursday and Friday mornings (April 29 and 30). On Friday afternoon and Saturday (May 1), the show has been scheduled for several public presentations.

Where: Recreation Department

When: Thursday, April 29, 2010 from 1 pm until 5 pm

Reflecting our desire to expand the regional festival while continuing past traditions, the Festival Foundation has announced that it will be adding a “Forestry and Wildlife Field Day” to this year’s events.

The State of Georgia has over 24 million acres in forest land.  Swainsboro and Emanuel County is centered in the heart of this “the timber belt”.  Many citizens in this region either work in timber, own land, or are affected indirectly by the industry. According to Bill Rogers, Chairman of the Festival Foundation, “It’s only fitting that the Pine Tree Festival and Southeast Timber Expo grow to include a forest and wildlife field day to spotlight this important renewable resource.”

You are invited to play in the 65th Annual Pine Tree Festival Golf Tournament

April 24 & 25, 2010

Entry Fee: $110 (Must pay when name is placed on playing list. Credit cards are accepted!)

Includes:

• Free practice round (cart fee only)
• Green fees and cart fees for tournament
• Buffet lunch on Sunday--beginning 11:00 am

Event Schedule:

Friday, April 23

• Practice Rounds start at 9:00 am
• Cocktail Party 7:00 pm
  (Happy Hour Prices)

Saturday, April 24 

• Play begins 8:00 am
• Lunch may be purchased from 11:00 am-2:00 pm
• Dinner and Dance 7:00 pm
  • Live Band
  • Golfer $15/ Golfer and Guest $30

Sunday, April 25 

• Play begins 8:00 am
• Lunch included: 11:00 am-2:00 pm
  • $10 for non-players
• Presentation of Awards

Prizes:

• Cash for 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd per flight!
• Longest Drive
• Closest to the Pin

Senior Division:

55 and older will play from senior tees both days.  This division will be played only if enough players participate.  This determination will be made by the tournament committee.

For more information, please contact:

Swainsboro Country Club
P. O. Box 676
Swainsboro, GA 30401

Phone: 478-237-6119

Where: Downtown Swainsboro (Bone Yard Pavillion, South Green Street)

When: April 23, 2010 8am

The Swainsboro Kiwanis Club, in conjunction with the annual Pine Tree Festival, is the sponsor for the Annual Knotty Pine 5K run.

The new course has only three long gradual hills & the finish line is just in front of the BONE YARD PAVILION on S. Green Street in Swainsboro, Georgia.