UPCOMING EVENTS
Upcoming events.
Screven County Chamber of Commerce's Annual Awards Banquet
The Screven County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that tickets for our Annual Banquet are now available!
We can’t wait to come together and celebrate the achievements, partnerships, and community spirit that make Screven County such a wonderful place to live, work, and grow.
We also have sponsorship opportunities available to help make the night even more vibrant, memorable, and fun!
Dinner will be catered by Chamber Member Fish Eye Grill.
When purchasing your ticket, we kindly ask that you complete the short dinner survey provided immediately after checkout. You’ll be able to choose between:
• Teriyaki Steak Bites with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans
• CBR Pasta
An automatic link will appear after your purchase, allowing you to submit your meal selection right away. You’ll also receive an email with the same link so you can choose your dinner option anytime before January 10, 2026.
We look forward to celebrating with you at this special event!
Purchase your tickets here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/253176628137159
Waynesboro Burke County Concert Series: Hotel California
Hotel California, The Original Tribute to The Eagles, recreates the iconic sound of The Eagles, having performed with legends like the Doobie Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and REO Speedwagon. Since 1986, they’ve toured globally, thrilling audiences in places like Tahiti, Dubai, Japan, and Bermuda. Their dedication to faithfully capturing the Eagles’ music has set them apart from other tribute bands. Hotel California’s stage show is now one of the most popular productions on North American festival circuits, with original members in their strongest lineup yet. Fans return time and again to experience the warmth and nostalgia of the 1970s Southern California sound. With a history of performing in bands like The Guess Who and April Wine, the members bring unmatched expertise to every performance.
Waynesboro Burke County Concert Series: Deas Guyz
A long-time favorite of the Waynesboro-Burke Concert Series, Deas-Guyz delivers an energetic mix of Old Motown, Rhythm & Blues, Pop, Rock, Reggae and Dance beats. Originally formed in 2000 as Nu World Beat, the band has since evolved into the tight, dynamic group known as Deas-Guyz. They’ve graced stages in cities like Chicago, Orlando, Las Vegas, New York, and Hilton Head. With their infectious energy and diverse sound, Deas-Guyz guarantees a lively performance that will have you dancing all night long.
Cookies and Cocoa
Cookies, Cocoa & Christmas Cheer!
It’s the sweetest time of the year! Join our Chamber Member for a cozy night of cookie decorating, hot cocoa sipping, and Christmas movie magic with 4-H friends!
4th-6th Grade
Tuesday, December 16th | 5:30–7:30 PM
$15 registration fee — includes pizza, cookies, cocoa, & movie!
Sign up by December 12th (spaces limited to first 25!)
Register by calling 912-564-2064 by December 12th! Spaces limited to 25!!
A Small Town Christmas Extravaganza
🎄 Mark Your Calendars! 🎄
Get ready for an evening straight out of a Hallmark movie...
✨ A Small Town Christmas Extravaganza ✨
📍 Downtown Sylvania, GA
📅 Saturday, December 13, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
We’re thrilled to bring our community another magical year of fun-filled tradition, local shopping, live music, delicious food, and holiday cheer.
Bring the whole family and come celebrate the season with us!
A Night in Bethlehem
Please Join the community at “A Night In Bethlehem” in Newington, GA on December 6th at 5:00 PM!
ADDRESS: 174 Park Street, Newington, GA
All Are Welcome! They will have a Live Nativity Scene, Arts & Crafts, Music, and Cookies & Cocoa!
PLEASE CONSIDER bringing a $5 Donation to Benefit the Screven County Crisis Center!
Sylvania First Methodist Raffle
Chamber member Sylvania First Methodist Church is spreading a little holiday cheer with a Gift Basket Raffle! 🧺✨
They’re raffling off two festive gift baskets, and all proceeds will go to support the Sylvania Methodist Women’s Missions.
🎟️ Tickets:
• 1 for $3
• 2 for $5
📅 Raffle Drawing: December 3rd
This is a wonderful way to support local ministry efforts while getting a chance to take home a special holiday treat. ❤️
Thank you to Sylvania First Methodist Church for giving back and continuing to serve our community this season!
Christmas After Hours
Join us for Christmas After Hours!
Come fellowship, sip, shop, and soak in all things Christmas on December 1 from 5-7.
Vendors:
Millie’s Boutique
Shortcut Sweets
radiancerevealedbeauty
JR Creations
Daily Bread Bakery
(More vendors to come)
Spend $20 or more with Sylvania Florist and receive a little holiday gift from us (while supplies last)!
Let’s kick off the season together!
Small Business Saturday
We’re so excited for all of our Chamber members and local small businesses as the holiday shopping season begins! 🎄💙
The Screven County Chamber of Commerce wants to help support YOU this holiday season. If your business has any special sales, steals, or deals planned for Small Business Saturday or the holidays, we’d love to help spread the word!
📩 Send us your promotions to be included in our upcoming newsletters and social media posts:
📱 Text: 912-425-9836 (Candace)
📧 Email: screvencountychamber@gmail.com
Let’s make this holiday shopping season a great one for our small businesses — because when we shop local, we strengthen our entire community! ❤️🎁
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
You're Invited! Join us in the heart of Downtown Sylvania for our beloved Annual Christmas Tree Lighting!
Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Downtown Sylvania
Let’s kick off the holiday season together with twinkling lights, joyful music, and plenty of Christmas cheer! Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and help us light up the night in celebration of community and tradition.
Enjoy festive tunes
Sip on hot cocoa
Watch the tree come to life!
Leaning Pines Friendsgiving Event
Looking to switch things up this year? Leaning Pines Campground and RV Park invites you to relax and unwind for the holiday season!
They still have a few RV sites available and a couple of cozy cabins ready for your Thanksgiving getaway. Whether it’s gathering with family, escaping the holiday rush, or enjoying a peaceful weekend, Leaning Pines has the perfect spot.
🦃 Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner: November 27, 2025, at 4:00 PM – join fellow guests for a festive meal under the pines!
📲 Book online: www.campLPC.com
📞 Call: 912-829-3124
Everyone is welcome under their pines! 🦃🍂
Thanksgrilling Event at Possum Eddy
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22, 2025, and join the community for a day full of flavor, fun, and festive holiday spirit. The team at Possum Eddy Ace Hardware will be firing up the grills and serving free samples, cooked fresh on-site — the perfect way to get inspired for your Thanksgiving meal.
Guests can taste what’s possible on their own grills and pick up expert tips to make this year’s holiday feast unforgettable.
Free food, great ideas, and local friends — that’s what Thanksgrilling is all about!
Come out, mingle with your neighbors, and let Possum Eddy Ace Hardware help make your Thanksgiving meal a grilling success!
Red Bluff Baptist Church Night of Thanksgiving
Join Red Bluff Baptist Church for a Night of Thanksgiving on November 21, 2025, and their Revival from November 19–22, 2025!
Come together for worship, inspiring words, and heartfelt praise and thanks. Everyone is welcome!
Pink Friday
Pink Friday is almost here!
Mark your calendars for November 21 and join us in celebrating and supporting our amazing local small businesses!
Pink Friday is all about shopping small before the big-box rush of Black Friday. When you choose to shop local, you’re investing directly into the heart of our community — the owners, families, and entrepreneurs who make Screven County special.
Shop early.
Shop small.
Shop local this Pink Friday!
Pink Friday Punch Card Giveaway!
We’re excited to share that we will have a Pink Friday punch card for those shopping with our participating local boutiques BDB & Company, Millie’s Boutique , Riverside Rayne Boutique, and Ross Drug Boutique!
Here’s how it works:
• Visit all four local boutiques on November 21
• Get your punch at each shop
• Turn your completed card in to the Screven County Chamber of Commerce
All completed cards will be entered to win a $100 shopping spree — that’s four $25 gift cards, one to each participating boutique!
Let’s show our local businesses some love and kick off the holiday shopping season the hometown way!
Waynesboro Burke County Concert Series: Lara Smith & Local Honey
Lara Smith, a singer-songwriter from Elberton, Georgia, graduated from Belmont University in Nashville with a degree in Commercial Music, focusing on Vocal Performance. With a powerful, bluesy, rock-infused voice, she has performed at iconic Nashville venues like the Bluebird Cafe and was a soloist in the PBS special “Christmas at Belmont.” Lara has co-written many songs and worked as a studio vocalist with various recording studios. A multi-instrumentalist, she plays guitar and keyboards. Raised in a musical family, her father influenced her style. Lara’s performances span classic rock, country, blues, jazz, and gospel, with her musical journey starting at age 4, singing in church.
Screven County Chamber of Commerce's Not So Spooky Halloween
🎃✨ A Day Full of No Tricks—Just Treats! ✨🎃
Shop, play, and enjoy all that our local Chamber businesses have to offer. 🍭
Enjoy special deals, candy, activities, games, and so much more—all while having fun with our Chamber members!
Sylvania Ford Trunk or Treat
Sylvania Ford is excited to host their annual Trunk-or-Treat on Monday, October 28, from 6:00Pm-until. This fun community event brings families and local businesses together for an evening of costumes, candy, and connection.
👻 Want to join the fun? Dress up, decorate a trunk, and hand out treats!
🚗 Interested in sponsoring one—or even a few—cars? Contact Ken Thomas at Sylvania Ford today.
Come be part of a tradition that makes Halloween extra special in our community!
Hiltonia Fall Festival
Fall is right around the corner and it’s our favorite time of the year. Come out and join us for our annual fall festival, an evening of fun for all ages. We will have lots of local food trucks, craft vendors, live music, pumpkin patch and of course bouncy houses for the kids. Be sure to react to our event page so you can watch for all of our updates.
L.A. Nails 25 Year Anniversary
This October, Chamber Member L.A. Nails is celebrating 25 years of serving the community! 💝
To thank their loyal customers, anyone receiving a Full Set, Fill-In, Dip SNS, or Pedicure during October will receive a special gift.
🎁 Customers will also have the chance to enter a Lucky Draw to win one of 10 gift cards valued at $25 each.
The winners will be announced on October 25, 2025, just in time for Halloween festivities!
Celebrate this milestone with L.A. Nails and enjoy a little extra pampering while supporting a long-standing Chamber Member.
Sylvania Downtown Fall Festival
The Sylvania, GA Downtown Development Authority is hosting the Downtown Fall Festival on Thursday, October 24, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 PM.
Celebrate the beauty of the fall season with:
🍔 Delicious Food Vendors
🎲 Fun Games for All Ages
🎶 Live Music
Join the community in downtown Sylvania, GA for an evening full of fall festivities, food, fun, and music! Don’t miss this family-friendly celebration of the season. 🍁
Screven County Community Collaborative’s Screvens Got Talent
One stage. Our hometown’s best talent. All for a great cause!
📅 October 23, 2025
📍 Screven County High School Auditorium
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎟 Tickets: TBA
Proceeds will benefit proud Chamber Members making a difference in our community the Screven County Community Collaborative and the dedicated Senior Citizens Center.
👏 Come cheer, laugh, sing along—and show your support for local talent and local causes!
📌 Want to audition? Sign Up Here
Screven County Chamber of Commerce HOCO Week
🏈🐓 Shop & Play in Gamecock Territory this Homecoming Week! 🐓🏈
When you support local businesses, you’re supporting your local Gamecocks! 🎉
All week long, we’ll be promoting special HOCO deals at local shops and restaurants—so keep an eye on our social media for the latest updates.
🗓 October 12–17
✨ Punch cards available at participating Chamber businesses
✨ Shop, dine, and collect 5 punches for your chance to win Chamber Bucks!
Completed punch cards can be turned in at the Screven County Chamber of Commerce.
Peach Pit Cantina: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Join us on Friday, October 3, 2025 for the Ribbon Cutting Celebration of the newly remodeled Peach Pit Cantina! 🌮🍹
Formerly known in our community as Chilitos, the family and team behind Peach Pit Cantina are excited to officially welcome Screven County to enjoy their fresh new vibes, updated menu, and exciting specials.
📍 Peach Pit Cantina
📅 Friday, October 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM
Come out and celebrate this new chapter with us—we can’t wait to see you there!
Sylvania Downtown Development Authority and Screven County Chamber of Commerce's Food and Drink Festival
Join us for the Food & Drink Festival!
Hosted by the City of Sylvania Downtown Development Authority and the Screven County Chamber of Commerce
📅 Saturday, September 27, 2025
🕔 5:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Downtown Sylvania
Enjoy a fun-filled evening of live music, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and family-friendly activities — all in the heart of our charming downtown.
Grab a bite from your favorite local restaurant or explore the variety of food and drink trucks on-site. Bring the whole family and spend a night out in your community!
SCHS Gold Out Football Game
Paint Screven Gold –
Help SCHS SGA AND FCCLA raise awareness for childhood cancer awareness all month long:
Gold Out at SCHS – Friday, Sept. 26 – Be sure to grab your shirt from SCES, SCMS, SCHS, or the Cotton Patch and wear gold to the game!
If you’re decorating for Paint Screven Gold, don’t forget to tag @ScrevenCountyGoldTogether to submit your entry!
Market on Maple: GOLD MARKET
Paint Screven Gold –
Help SCHS SGA AND FCCLA raise awareness for childhood cancer awareness all month long:
Gold Market – Thursday, Sept. 25, hosted by our friends at the Sylvania, GA Downtown Development Authority
Farmers and Merchants Blood Drive
Dominate Your Donation: Give Blood on September 25!
Ready to be a hero? Join our Chamber Champion for the Donation Domination Blood Drive on Wednesday, September 25th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Farmers & Merchants Bank Westside Branch (505 W. Ogeechee St.).
🎁 All successful donors will receive:
👕 A Donation Domination t-shirt
🍔 A free Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich voucher (redeemable at any Chick-fil-A location)
Your donation is critical in helping save lives and supporting our community.
👉 Book your appointment here: Blood Drive Registration
Thank you for stepping up and making a difference!
Screven Christian Academy Blood Drive
Screven Christian Academy is hosting a Blood Drive on Monday, September 15th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. We’d love for our community to come together and help save lives through this important cause.
💙💚 As a thank-you, all donors will receive a free pair of socks!
📅 Mark your calendars and make plans to join SCA!
👉 Donors can also sign up online here: Blood Drive Registration
Cake Picnic
CAKE PICNIC is coming to Screven County!
If it hasn’t already taken over your TikTok feed, check your algorithm—because this sweet trend is headed our way!
The Screven County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Cake Picnic on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 3–5 PM at The Market on Maple.
Admission: Bring a cake, a box, and a love for conversation.
Whether you’re a business owner eager to share your delectable treats, a home baker hoping to get your name out, or someone who treasures a passed-down family recipe—you belong at this community event.
Here’s how it works:
Bring your cake entry to a SCCOC representative so they can place it on our Cake Picnic tables. One per person.
Walk around and collect slices of cake in your box.
Find a seat at our beautiful Market on Maple.
Enjoy great conversation, swap recipes, and build community—one slice at a time.
Prizes will be awarded for:
Best Overall Cake
People’s Choice
Most Creative
Best Buttercream
So mark your calendars, bring your best cake, and join us for the sweetest community gathering of the year!
Sign up here today! https://pci.jotform.com/form/252335044476153
9/11 Memoial Event
Join Us in Honoring Our Heroes
The City of Sylvania, Georgia and the Sylvania Downtown Development Authority warmly invite you to a special 9/11 Memorial Event on Thursday, September 11th at 10:00 AM at The Market on Maple (117 Maple Street, Sylvania, GA).
Let us come together as a community to remember the lives lost, honor the courage of our first responders, and reflect on the resilience that united our nation in the face of tragedy.
Patriotic tributes
Special presentations
Community connection
Your presence is a powerful symbol of unity and remembrance. We hope to see you there as we stand together in honor and reflection.
Waynesboro Burke County Concert Series: Brandon Davis
After a nearly fatal car crash in 2019, Brandon Davis realized just how short life can be and was determined not to waste another minute. With the support of his family, he picked up his guitar and began releasing country song after song, quickly catching the attention of millions as People Magazine and more began sharing his story and music. His second song ever released, “Step by Step” landed no. 4 on the Billboard charts and garnered fans across the world. In 2022, Brandon opened for Tim McGraw, touring across the U.S. This small-town Tennessee family man is quickly making a name for himself, putting on a show you won’t want to miss!