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We have many fun events planned for the Summer of 2024!

May 2024 Events

Some events on this list are put on by the AWC while others are events we have sponsored or plan to attend to show our support for the local community!

May 25th & 26th 8am-7pm
Augusta Air Show

About: Don’t miss the 2024 Augusta Air Show, featuring the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team at the Augusta Regional Airport on May 25-26. This is a rare opportunity to witness incredible aerial maneuvers up close and personal, as they demonstrate their precision and speed with breathtaking stunts. See displays from some of the most skilled pilots in the world, with a lineup of thrilling performances.
Location: Augusta regional Airport at Bush Field 1501 Aviation Way Augusta, Georgia 30906

Cost: $27.50
*This event is not put on by the AWC


May 27th 11:00am
2024 Augusta-CSRA Memorial Day Observance

About: Please join us in laying a wreath to honor our fallen solders. 
Location:  All Wars Monument 4th and Broad Street, Augusta, Georgia
Cost: None

*This event is not put on by the AWC


May 28th 5:30pm social/ 6:00pm General Meeting (Hosted by the Environmental CSP)
About: This is our general membership meeting where we discuss ongoing projects and catch-up with our fellow members. For this meeting, please dress in any clothes or accessories that feature birds, bees, and butterflies.  Best dressed on theme will win a prize!
Location: The Savannah Riverkeeper at 28 Riverfront Drive, Augusta, Georgia 30901
Cost: None
​Schedule of events:
5:30pm-6:00pm social & snacks
6:00pm- Meeting begins




June 2024 Events

Some events on this list are put on by the AWC while others are events we have sponsored or plan to attend to show our support for the local community!

June 1st 11am-1pm
2024 Summer Reading Book Bash- Book Giveaway
About: This is a public event by United Way of the CSRA and Augusta Richmond County Public Library System to distribute books to help promote summer reading in our communities.
Location: Pendleton King Park 1718 Holly Hill Rd, Augusta, GA 30904
Cost: Free
*This event is not put on by the AWC


June 1st 9am-12pm
Kayaking on the Savannah River
About: RSVP a kayak for yourself on June 1st at 9am! Come meet us and let's float down the Savannah River
Location: 3300 Evans to Locks Rd, Augusta, GA 30907
Cost: $35 ($30 for kayak rental and $5 for shuttle fee) Please make sure you RSVP ahead of time so that you can get a kayak!
RSVP: More info: https://kayakaugustacanal.com/about/


June 3rd 3pm-6pm
Making "Welcome Home" or "Welcome" Door Hangers for Ronald McDonald House
About: We have been asked by the Ronald McDonald House for Door Hangers for 26 rooms.
· We will have wooden 12-inch circles that can be painted or stained.
· Flowers and Ribbon can be added.
· "Welcome" lettering will be provided.
· Paint will be provided - unless you have some acrylic spring or summer colors.
· Please bring spring or summer ribbon or "silk" flowers you have.
· Bring a snack to share, water will be provided.
· You do not need to attend the whole 3 hours - the times were set so members could come and go when they had time.
Location: Savannah Riverkeeper Warehouse
Cost: None


June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th & July 9th at 8pm
Evenings in Appleby Garden Concert Series
About: Enjoy soulful summer nights at the 70th 2024 Evenings in Appleby Concert Series.
History: The house was given to the City of Augusta and Richmond County to be used as a library that was first opened in 1954.by Mr. Scott B. Appleby and his son, James Scott Appleby. The evenings in Appleby Garden Concert Series, originally known as “Music in the Garden,” began in 1954 as an evolution of a former library program, a listening series for classical music at the old library headquarters.
Location: On the grounds of Appleby Brach Library, 2260 Walton Way, Augusta, Georgia
Cost: Free to the public
What to bring: chairs, snacks, and drinks. Additional refreshments will be available for purchase onsite.
*These events are not put on by the AWC
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June 8th 9am-10am
Augusta Canal Nature Walk
About: We will meet at the visitor center for a walk down the canal.
Location: 2421 Riverlook Dr, Augusta, GA 30904
Cost: None
Please note: Bring water and comfy shoes.


June 12th 8:30am-11:00am
Juneteenth Community Clean-up
About: Through a partnership with Augusta Technical College, the Juneteenth Community Clean-Up initiative is designed to aesthetically improve our environment by creating cleaner parks, streetscapes, and public spaces through litter removal and elimination. The clean-up is meant to unify and beautify the CSRA communities and prompt individuals to take greater responsibility for their local environment.
Date: Wednesday. June 12, 2024
Location: TBD
Cost: None
*This event is not put on by the AWC


June 13th 6pm-9pm
Juneteenth Augusta Health Forum
About: The Juneteenth Augusta Health Forum focuses on the natural health, fitness, and mental care of the Augusta/CSRA community. The forum is made up of health, social, business, and voluntary sector workers, who share a common goal of reducing inequalities in the overall health and mental care of the community, enabling them to become confident and informed about their health, mental care, and all available resources/services to the CSRA Region.
Location: Augusta Tech ITC Building 1000, Augusta Tech Dr, Augusta, GA 30906
Cost: Free to the public
*This event is not put on by the AWC


June 15th 6pm-9pm
Juneteenth The Free-Ish Art Exhibit
About: Embodies a celebration of freedom, culture, and creativity within our community. By showcasing the diverse talents of local artists, it offers a platform for expression and storytelling, amplifying voices that might otherwise go unheard. Through vibrant displays of visual art, sculpture, and performance, the exhibit cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity and reflection, inviting viewers to engage with themes of identity, history, and social justice.
Location: Humanitree House 305 8th St Augusta, GA 30901
Cost: Free to public
*This event is not put on by the AWC


June 16th, 23rd, & 30th 1pm-4pm
Bath Gardens/ Volunteer Opportunities
Location: 3855 Bath Edie Road, Blythe, Georgia 30805
Cost: None
What to bring: chairs, snacks, and drinks. Additional refreshments will be available for purchase
To Volunteer Signup Genius Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C094EA5AE2CA4F4C07...
*These events are not put on by the AWC


June 17th 6pm
Sweet Tea and Some History
About: George "Buddy" Wingard will be speaking about the discovery on the Savannah River Site.
Location: 1570 River Island Parkway Evans, Georgia
Cost: Free to the public
RSVP: Brenda Barrato: (803) 270-9700 or [email protected]
*This event is not put on by the AWC

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June 23rd 1pm-3pm
Phinizy Swamp Nature Walk
About: Meet at the visitor center for a walk around the Phinizy Swamp nature trail.
Location: 1858 Lock and Dam Rd Augusta, GA 30906
Cost: None

July  2024 Events

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