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Contact Statesboro Mainstreet Farmers Market Just what you were looking for! Did you know shopping is one of the top-rated travel activities? Then Statesboro is definitely a trip worth making. In our historic Downtown and dotted throughout the ‘Boro, you’ll find locally owned boutiques, specialty stores and antique markets. Drop in a trendy clothing shop, jeweler, bookstore or other tempting stops. And the national chains? You’ll find the best-known names in our mall and shopping centers. Buckhead Plaza Buckhead Plaza is home to the newest El Sombrero and many shopping opportunities, including R.J. Pope’s Men’s Clothing, Textures Hair Salon, The Flower Girl, Statesboro Karate, Farmers & Merchants Bank, The Herb Shop, and Luxury Nail Salon. Also, many places to stop and get a quick bite to eat. Downtown Shops The downtown area of Statesboro is made up of great shopping, art, and local business, making it a wonderful place to work and play. Be sure to check out the area on the First Friday of every month, when shops give special deals and the arts community gives a great show. Market District The Market District, located on Fair Road, is a great mix of retail, professional, and restaurants. The area features many branches of our local banks, half a dozen places to eat, and several specialty shops, including a day spa. Southern Square The Southern Square is a shopping area with over 186,000 square feet of space. It includes a K-Mart, Office Max, and other notable retail establishments. On top of that there are several restaurants, including Chick-Fil-A, Longhorn Steakhouse, Seasons of Japan, and others. Top it off with several other stores, a nail salon, Blockbuster Video, and clothing options. Statesboro Mall The Statesboro Mall is home to several large department stores, including JC Penny, Belk, Bealls, and a Bi-Lo. The mall is located on Northside Drive and offers several clothing shops, specialty stores, and a few dining options. The movie theater, Carmike Cinemas, is located just behind the mall with 12 theaters. Statesboro Crossing Statesboro Crossing features books, sports, hobbies, and food. It has several smaller specialty stores, and free-standing retail. Among its residents are Petco, Book-A-Million, Hobby Lobby, T.J. Maxx, and more. The Woodlands The Woodlands is located across from Georgia Southern University and is home to ice cream, a coffee shop, pool supplies, and locally owned businesses. Comments are closed. 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Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9/11/2012 until 11/15/2012 from 6:15pm – 7:15 pm For more information: http://ceps.georgiasouthern.edu/conted/selfdefense.html GSU Performance: Roger McVey, piano September 11, 2012 · 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Foy Music Building For more information contact the GSU Music Department at (912) 478-5396 Life & Times: Contemporary Notations of Place Reception September 13, 2012 · 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art Curated by Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art's Gallery Director Marc Mitchell, Life & Times: Contemporary Notions of Place is now open in the Contemporary Gallery located in the Center for Art & Theatre at Georgia Southern University. An exhibition talk will be held on Thursday, September 13 at 5 p.m. in the gallery. A reception will be held on Thursday, September 13 at 5 p.m. The Center for Art and Theatre is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. This exhibition will run until September 27, 2012. Music Makers September 13, 2012 · 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Statesboro Regional Library This Fall, the Statesboro Regional Library will be welcoming local musician and teacher, Dr. Michael Braz, who will will share his musical world with interested students in Music Makers. Open to ages 10 – 14, the six weekly 45-minute workshops will introduce participants to both common and uncommon musical instruments, while teaching the basic building blocks of music in a relaxed setting. We will be learning to play the recorder (which will be provided), as well as gaining more experience with the instrument we always carry around with us, our voice. We welcome those who can attend all six Thursday evening sessions (August 9th through September 13th) from 5:00-6:00pm. No previous musical training is required. To register please call 764-1344 or stop by the Children’s Help desk at the library. Krav Maga Self Defense Class September 13, 2012 · 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm Statesboro Karate-Krav Maga-Jiu Jitsu This is a 10 week INTENSE self defense class based on simple principles and instinctive movements. This reality-system is designed to teach real self defense in the shortest amount of time possible. Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9/11/2012 until 11/15/2012 from 6:15pm – 7:15 pm For more information: http://ceps.georgiasouthern.edu/conted/selfdefense.html 3rd Annual Henderson Library Farm to Table Dinner September 13, 2012 · 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Zach S Henderson Library "Dining at Monticello", is the theme for this year's 3rd Annual Farm to Table event scheduled for Thursday, September 13, 6:30 pm in the Nessmith-Lane Ballroom. Experience a delightful menu centered around the recipes of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, showcasing the savory produce of our local farmers and paired with special wines! The dinner will feature Damon Lee Fowler of Savannah, editor of "Dining at Monticello" and Chef Kevin Case of GSU Catering. Tickets are $75 and may be purchased by calling the library administrative office at 478-5115. Hosted by the Friends of Henderson Library, proceeds fund the purchase of library resources such as GALILEO databases and membership in the Center for Research Libraries. Contact Info Administrative Office ddupont@georgiasouthern.edu (912) 478-5115 A Beautiful Exchange a Hearts Matter Conference September 15, 2012 · 6:00 am - 12:00 pm Statesboro High School In March of 2011, at a women’s conference in Forsyth, Georgia, a vision was placed on one woman’s heart: to bring the message of God’s love, salvation, healing and teaching for women back to Statesboro. God prepared hearts and minds to join in that vision, and Hearts Matter Conference Ministry was born. 2012 Hearts Matter Conference for College Women and Beyond 2012 to present “A Beautiful Exchange” Hearts Matter Conference for college women and beyond September 15, 2012 - Statesboro High School 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM *Doors open at 8:30 Speaker – Pam Jenkins of www.jabbokministries.com Worship Artist – Karyn Williams www.karynwilliams.com Ticket Price: Women 18-25 years old - $15.00 Women Beyond - $20.00 * The price includes lunch * Tickets will be available at the following: Talbots of Statesboro Statesboro Christian Bookstore Bruster’s in Statesboro www.ticketleap.com INTERPRETATION FOR THE DEAF AND HEARING IMPAIRED WILL BE PROVIDED More information: Email questions to HeartsMatter423@gmail.com 2011 Hearts Matter Conference for College Women and Beyond Mar 2011 to Sep 17, 2011 "WHY THE HEART MATTERS" ................................. Our first conference, on September 17, 2011 at the Statesboro High Auditorium. Local businesses and members of the community supported this conference by donating door prizes and volunteering their time. Many college ministries and churches of various denominations gathered together on the day of the conference for one purpose… to come together as the Body of Christ while worshipping, fellowshipping, learning to become more like HIM The Connection Band united, through worship, over 400 women. Over 100 ladies, representing Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and Alabama, drove at least 175 miles to attend this one day conference. Pam Jenkins of Jabbok Ministries spoke on “The Four Chambers of the Heart.” She shared how balancing your will, emotions, conscience and thinking on God’s Word would lead to living your lives to its fullest potential. The day closed with 20 women giving their lives and hearts to Christ, while many others were touched and strengthened with the hope of becoming who God intended for them to be. 2012 Jr Open Tennis Championship September 15, 2012 · 6:15 am - 11:00 am Mill Creek Park Statesboro Bulloch Parks and Recreation and Kiwanis club of Statesboro will present the 2012 Jr Open Tennis Championship Tournament at the Mill Creek Tennis Complex on September 8 for ages 10-14 and on Saturday September 15 for ages 15-18. Registration is $15 prior to the day of the event. On event day, registration is $20. Play begins at 9:15 am. For more information, call 764-5637 or 489-9067 or visit www.bullochrec.com. Statesboro Bulloch County Parks and Recreation and Alltel will host the Fall Kickoff on Tuesday, September 18 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. At Mill Creek Regional Park. This will be a night of games and a parade of teams. For more information, call 764-5637 or visit www.bullochrec.com. Mainstreet Farmers Market: School Days September 15, 2012 · 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Downtown Statesboro The market is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the Sea Island Bank parking lot. April 7th — November 20th For more information visit http://www.visitstatesboroga.com/where-to-shop/statesboro-mainstreet-farmers-market/ 101 Years of Broadway September 15, 2012 · 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Georgia Southern University Performing Arts Center Back by popular demand –now "101 Years of Broadway"! Neil Berg is a composer/lyricist and the creator of "100 Years of Broadway" which is still the number one Broadway touring concert in the United States. The show is a musical revue of Broadway's most celebrated shows featuring a dazzling cast of five Broadway stars accompanied by an all-star New York band. They recreate the greatest moments from the finest Broadway shows of the century. The audience will experience a captivating evening of Broadway. Tickets: Public: $32 Georgia Southern Students: $10 Contact Info Performing Arts Center Box Office (912) 478-7999 Statesboro Convention and Visitor's Bureau P.O. Box 1516 Statesboro, Georgia 30459 912-489-1869