Nature Crafternoons

3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway, Mountain City, GA, 3085 Black Rock Mountain Pkwy, Clayton, GA 30525-3585, United States
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Join us at the Mellinger Center every Saturday Afternoon from 2-330pm for a fun, nature themed craft.
This month is Bird Themed. Or bring a craft you're already working on and simply enjoy a bit of company while you work.
All ages and skill levels welcome. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or gaurdian.
Cost is $2/person, with a valid parking pass.
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Other Upcoming Events

Live Music by Malachi Mills
NOV 7 - NOV 8

Live Music by Malachi Mills

Live music at the Tap Yard featuring Malachi Mills of The Band Loula. Food and drinks are available from th...

Boondock Saints LIVE at Marina Station
NOV 7 - NOV 8

Boondock Saints LIVE at Marina Station

Live music from Boondock Saints at Marina Station.

Finding Nemo
NOV 8

Finding Nemo

Finding Nemo follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective father clownfish who lives in the Great Barrier...

Finding Nemo
NOV 8

Finding Nemo

Finding Nemo follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective father clownfish who lives in the Great Barrier...

SOS @ Fenders Alley
NOV 8

SOS @ Fenders Alley

Something Once Sacred makes their debut performance at Fenders Alley in Cornelia, Georgia. The listed start...

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!
NOV 8 - NOV 15

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!

Finding Nemo follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective father clownfish who sets off on an odyssey to...

Filmed @ Hambidge 2026 Premiere
NOV 8

Filmed @ Hambidge 2026 Premiere

Hambidge is set to premiere the fourth year of FILMED @ Hambidge, a collaborative project pairing filmmaker...

6th Annual Fidelis Militus Obstacle 5K
NOV 8

6th Annual Fidelis Militus Obstacle 5K

A scenic and challenging obstacle-style 5K at Tallulah Falls Middle School. Check-in is from 1:00 PM to 2:1...

Face Jug Pottery
NOV 9

Face Jug Pottery

Hands-on class exploring the history and creation of a traditional Appalachian-style face jug. Participants...

MCPL: Chess Club for Kids - Open Play
NOV 10

MCPL: Chess Club for Kids - Open Play

Drop-in session for kids to practice playing chess.

November Kids Chess Club
NOV 10

November Kids Chess Club

Chess club for ages 8-12

Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
NOV 11

Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony

The Town of Franklin’s Veterans Day parade leaves Franklin Town Hall at 10:30 a.m. and travels to the Gazeb...

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods
NOV 11 - NOV 18

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods

Hands-on pottery class led by Georgann Lanich covering three pre-wheel pottery methods. Participants create...

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods
NOV 11 - NOV 18

Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods

Hands-on pottery class led by Georgann Lanich covering three pre-wheel pottery methods. Participants create...

Art Exhibition Opening - November 12
NOV 12 - NOV 13

Art Exhibition Opening - November 12

Opening reception for the fall art exhibition “Field Notes,” featuring paintings by Chris Bell and guest ce...

Finding Nemo — Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Tickets
NOV 13

Finding Nemo — Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Tickets

Finding Nemo Venue: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Performers: Finding Nemo Event date: 2026...

A Very Victorian Thanksgiving
NOV 13

A Very Victorian Thanksgiving

Meet our Victorian-dressed naturalist on the back patio of the Interpretive Center for a fun talk about Vic...

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!
NOV 13

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!

Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage! Finding Nemo follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective fathe...

Ask the Naturalist
NOV 13

Ask the Naturalist

Our Park Naturalist will be at the campground Trading Post to answer questions about the park and share som...

Tallulah Tour and Tea
NOV 13 - NOV 14

Tallulah Tour and Tea

Tallulah Gorge State Park cordially invites you to tea! Join us for a walk along the North Rim Trail as you...

Southern Vantage LIVE at Marina Station
NOV 13 - NOV 14

Southern Vantage LIVE at Marina Station

Live music from Southern Vantage at Marina Station.

Mountain Regency Dance Society
NOV 13 - NOV 14

Mountain Regency Dance Society

English Country Dancing for Teens & Young Adults! Step back in time and discover the beauty, joy, and f...

Triple H Youth Rodeo
NOV 14 - NOV 15

Triple H Youth Rodeo

Youth Rodeo Series

Forging Fundamentals
NOV 14

Forging Fundamentals

A beginner-friendly, hands-on blacksmithing class with John Scroggin. Participants use fire, hammer, and an...

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments
NOV 14

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments

Make a miniature folded poplar-bark basket ornament while learning an Appalachian basketmaking tradition. T...

Basic Woodcarving
NOV 14

Basic Woodcarving

Learn folk-art woodcarving techniques from heritage skill expert Brian Ledford. Participants receive a carv...

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments
NOV 14

Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments

Make a miniature folded poplar-bark basket ornament while learning an Appalachian basketmaking tradition. T...

Basic Woodcarving
NOV 14

Basic Woodcarving

Learn folk-art woodcarving techniques from heritage skill expert Brian Ledford. Participants receive a carv...

Basic Woodcarving
NOV 14

Basic Woodcarving

Learn folk-art woodcarving techniques from heritage skill expert Brian Ledford. Participants receive a carv...

Forging Fundamentals
NOV 14

Forging Fundamentals

A beginner-friendly, hands-on blacksmithing class with John Scroggin. Participants use fire, hammer, and an...

Triple H Youth Rodeo at Rabun Arena
NOV 14 - NOV 15

Triple H Youth Rodeo at Rabun Arena

The Triple H Youth Rodeo series comes to Rabun Arena in Tiger, with young riders competing throughout the day.

Nature Journaling at the Overlook
NOV 14

Nature Journaling at the Overlook

Join our Park Naturalist for a morning of Nature Journaling at the Overlook. We will be introduced to the c...

WNC Collectacon
NOV 14

WNC Collectacon

A gathering for sports fans, Pokémon trainers, and card collectors, with vendors and opportunities to buy,...

Toys for Tots Cruise-In
NOV 14

Toys for Tots Cruise-In

Countryside Chevrolet, along with Macon County Elves, hosts the annual Toys for Tots Cruise-In and Fundrais...

Hambidge Ceramics Gallery Sale
NOV 14

Hambidge Ceramics Gallery Sale

Stop by the Hambidge campus Saturday, November 14, 10am- 3:00pm (in the Weaveshed Gallery) for a special ga...

Live Music at FROGs Barry Roma
NOV 14

Live Music at FROGs Barry Roma

Froq Quarters on the Greenway features local musicians just about every Saturday during the season. Come en...

Whitewater Watch Hike
NOV 14

Whitewater Watch Hike

Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous...

Art Exhibition - Happening at the Mill - UCHI DE: Within
NOV 14 - NOV 15

Art Exhibition - Happening at the Mill - UCHI DE: Within

​“Uchi De: Within”, an exhibition at @habershammills Nov. 14-15, 2026 will feature original art by @marialo...

Let's Get Japanesee! Iaido demonstration & Onigiri action
NOV 14

Let's Get Japanesee! Iaido demonstration & Onigiri action

Experience Japanese culture, learn something new, and enjoy making onigiri together.

2ND SATURDAY: Artist Talks
NOV 14

2ND SATURDAY: Artist Talks

Meet Hambidge residents and gain insight into their creative processes. Participants gather at the Antinori...

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