Día De Los Muertos

NOV. 1 & 2 Día De Los Muertos Woodstock Arts Event Green Noon-7pm Free Woodstock Arts will host its third Annual Día De Los Muertos Festival with vibrant food, live entertainment and cultural celebration on the green. woodstockarts.org/events/dia-de-los-muertos

Fall at The Mill: Plant Festival

NOV. 1 Fall at The Mill: Plant Festival The Mill on Etowah 11am-4pm Free Shop Plant Daddies of Atlanta’s hand-picked vendors for artisanal goods, candles, jewelry and more—plus enjoy festive drinks, tasty eats and live music all day long. facebook.com/events/1426740321977531

The History of Woodstock Walking Tour

OCT. 30 The History of Woodstock Walking Tour The Woodstock Visitors Center 6-8pm $5 Step into the past to uncover how railroads, cotton farming and local families shaped the story of this Georgia town. Tours last 30 to 45 minutes. visitwoodstockga.com/walking-tours

Jack o’ Lantern Jamboree 2025

OCT. 24 & 25 Jack o’ Lantern Jamboree 2025 The Mill on Etowah Friday, 4-9pm; Saturday, noon-8pm Free Celebrate spooky season with trick-or-treating, live music, photo ops and family fun. Support Wags and Wiggles Dog Rescue and Butterfly Whisper through the pet costume contest and more. goinsocialevents.com/events/jack-o-lantern-jamboree

Scream on the Green Series

SUNDAYS IN OCTOBER Scream on the Green Series The Mill on Etowah 6pm Free Cozy up under the stars for a spooky-fun movie night every Sunday in October! Come early, grab dinner nearby and enjoy fan favorites like “The Nightmare Before Christmas” on Oct. 26. explorecantonga.com/events/scream-on-the-green

WIT! Woodstock Arts Improv Troupe

OCT. 23 WIT! Woodstock Arts Improv Troupe Woodstock Arts Theatre 7:30-9pm $10 online; $14 at the door Get ready to laugh out loud during this 90-minute, family-friendly performance recommended for ages 10 and up. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. woodstockarts.org/events/wit-woodstock-arts-improv-troupe

The Children’s Haven

The Children’s Haven

Acts of generosity don’t have to be expensive or time-consuming; just ask The Children’s Haven. This local organization promotes the health and happiness of children and teenagers impacted by abuse and neglect. Help stock the Caregivers’ Closet, an on-site shop for foster families and relative caregivers to acquire what they need at no cost. Decorating […]

Never Alone Community Food Pantry

Never Alone Community Food Pantry

Never Alone Community Food Pantry, a local nonprofit dedicated to serving Cherokee County families facing food insecurity, relies on volunteers to sort, pack and distribute groceries to those in need. “Our mission is to offer hope and ensure that no one in our community feels forgotten or alone,” said Catrina Bingham, the warehouse operations and […]

Woodstock Arts

Woodstock Arts

For more than two decades, the award-winning Woodstock Arts has brightened North Georgia with its diverse schedule of performing arts, gallery exhibitions, classes and camps. Volunteers help make it all happen, from working an arts market or taking tickets at a matinee to selling merch and serving drinks during the Lantern Series Concerts. (Bonus: listen […]

The Service League of Cherokee County

The Service League of Cherokee County

A dedicated group of female volunteers, The Service League of Cherokee County raises funds through the Run for the Children 5K/10K, Golfing FORE! the Children and an annual gala. All proceeds provide essentials such as housing assistance, medical care, clothing, school supplies, holiday gifts and college scholarships for local children. Get involved by attending a […]