RING IN 2012 AT CALLAWAY GARDENS

Celebrate the New Year and Leave the Driving to Us

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (12/16/2011) – This New Year’s Eve get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and ring in the new year with dancing and dining at the Callaway Gardens^ÒNew Year’s Eve Celebration.  Wake up New Year’s Day to a relaxing day in the Gardens.

Revelers on this New Year’s Eve package will enjoy:

• Music by Atlanta’s popular George Hughley & The Elites
• Heavy ors d’oeuvres prepared by the Callaway Gardens culinary team
• Two drinks per person (cash bar available)
• Champagne and party favors to toast the New Year
• Overnight accommodations
• Transportation to and from the New Year’s Eve Celebration and your accommodation
• Admission to the Gardens and its many attractions.

Starting at only $399 per couple in the Mountain Creek Inn, rates also are available in the Southern Pine Cottages and Mountain Creek Villas.  For those wanting to attend the New Year’s Eve dinner and dance only, the price per person is $225 per couple or $114.25 per person.

Make your New Year’s Eve reservations now by calling call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292) or visit www.callawaygardens.com.

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* Rate is per room, per night based on double occupancy in the Mountain Creek Inn. Cottage and Villa rates also available. Based on availability. Some restrictions may apply.

New Year’s Eve Menu:

Seafood Station

Cajun Spiced Shrimp and Whole Crawfish

With Various Sauces, Lemons, Limes, and Vinaigrettes

Hot Soup Station

Butternut Squash Bisque with Maple Crème Fraiche Drizzle

New England Clam Chowder

Live Carving Station

Black Angus Beef Tenderloin

Slow Roasted Steam Ship Round

With Au Jus, Horseradish Cream, Grainy Mustard

Live Pasta Bar

Penne and Farfalle Pasta

Shallots, Grilled Chicken, Roasted Garlic, Red and Yellow Tomatoes, Sweet Bell Pepper, Portobello Mushrooms, Fresh Basil, Parmesan Cheese, Tangy Marinara, and Creamy Alfredo Sauces

Live Shrimp and Grits Station

Callaway Gardens Speckled Heart Grits

Marinated Shrimp, Roasted Peppers, Onions, Chives, Cajun Cream Sauce, Diced Heirloom Tomatoes, Pepper Jack Cheese, and Crisp Country Ham

Hors D’oeuvres Buffet

Mini Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches

Duck Confit Sliders with Orange Marmalade

Mini Kobe Beef Cheese Burgers

Bacon Wrapped Scallops with Spicy Remoulade

Dessert Station

Fresh Chocolate Mousse with Fluffy Cake

Banana Pudding Shooters

Mini Cheesecake with Crème Chantilly

Miniature Key Lime Pie

Assorted Petit Fors

Holiday Candies

Champagne Toast at Midnight!

About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities — with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course — offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Note to Editors:  Images, interviews and visits to the event can be arranged.  Thank you.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

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ENJOY “A DIVA’S CHRISTMAS” DINNER AND SHOW AT CALLAWAY GARDENS

“White Christmas” Meets “Dreamgirls” Makes for Lively New Dinner Show

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (11/28/2011) – A new “can’t miss” this holiday season at Callaway Gardens is “A Diva’s Christmas Presented by Serenbe Playhouse,” a jazzy holiday cabaret and dinner.

The evening begins with dinner prepared by the culinary team of The Gardens Restaurant led by Executive Sous Chef Chris Smith.  After dinner, guests will enjoy lively holiday entertainment presented by the Serenbe Divas of Serenbe Playhouse of Chattahoochee Hills, Ga.  These three, beautiful divas will sing an eclectic mix of Christmas standards and contemporary favorites while engaging the audience with clever repartee and rip-roaring singalongs.

“A Diva’s Christmas” has limited show dates – every Friday in December.  Each show begins at 7 p.m.  The dinner and show are $60* per person.

To add some entertainment to your Christmas along with one of the premier holiday light and sound shows, Fantasy In Lights, call 1-800-CALLAWAY or visit www.callawaygardens.com.

Callaway Gardens^®, is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.

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*Price includes tax and gratuity but not alcoholic beverages.

*Note to Editors:  Menu is below; Images are available upon request

Menu for “A Diva’s Christmas”

Starters (choose one)

Georgia Winter Salad

With Poached Bartlett Pears, Hazelnuts, Red Flame Grapes, Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette, and Tomatoes

Butternut Squash Bisque

Sweet Grass Dairy Chevre, Callaway Country Ham

Entrees (choose one)

Pan Seared Corvina

With Cranberry Marmalade, Fennel Gastrique, and Warm Fingerling Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs

Grilled Flat Iron Beef Steak

Roasted Shitake Jus, Hash of Fingerling, Sweet Pepper, and Pancetta, with Fresh Thyme

Pumpkin Orzo Pasta                                                                                 

Fresh Seasonal Vegetable Sauté with Arugula, Roasted Pumpkin Puree, Cranberry Compote, Curried Cream

Dessert (choose one)

Purple Sweet Potato Crème Bruleè

With Caramelized Sugar Crust and Candied Pear Reduction

Spiced Cranberry Bread Pudding

With Holiday Spiced Syrup and Crème Chantilly

About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities — with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course — offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Note to Editors:  Images, interviews and visits to the event can be arranged.  Thank you.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

Fantasy In Lights 2011 Tickets are on sale NOW.  Simply visit www.callawaygardens/fil

Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.

CALLAWAY GARDENS SALUTES MILITARY WITH A VERY SPECIAL FANTASY IN LIGHTS OFFER

Veterans, Active and Retired Military are Invited to Make Priceless Holiday Memories at Fantasy In Lights

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (11/11/2011) – On this Veterans Day, Callaway Gardens announces a special Fantasy In Lights offer to salute our military personnel throughout the holiday season.

To express appreciation to those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, all active duty, retired and veteran military personnel are invited to enjoy Fantasy In Lights with a special $69* overnight package. The package includes:

• ·         Four Value Night tickets to Fantasy In Lights
• ·         Accommodations in the Mountain Creek Inn
• ·         Day admission to Callaway Gardens including the Day Butterfly Center, the Sibley Horticultural Center, live Birds Of Prey Shows, 10-mile Discovery Bicycle Trail, seven miles of nature trails and more.

This rate is a 30 percent savings off what non-military pay for this “Wonderful Weekdays” package.

This holiday season marks the 20^th anniversary of Fantasy in Lights^® — named one of the top 48 events in the world by the Chicago Tribune — at Callaway Gardens, a 13,000-acre destination south of Atlanta.  Fantasy in Lights features 8 million lights stretching more than five miles, creating 14 larger-than-life holiday scenes.  As the most spectacular holiday light and sound show in the South, Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens sets Pine Mountain, Ga., ablaze from November 18 through December 30, 2011.  Advance ticket prices range from $16 to $22 for adults and $8 to $11 for children, with children 5 and younger always admitted for free. Military receive a $3 discount for Value Nights tickets when ordering by phone.

Callaway Gardens^®, is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.  To experience nature at its finest, call 1-800-CALLAWAY or visit www.callawaygardens.com.

To experience the most spectacular holiday light and show in the South, visitwww.callawaygardens.com or call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).

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*Proof of military service required at time of check in.  Based on availability.  Some restrictions apply.  Not applicable to groups.

About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities — with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course — offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Note to Editors:  Images, interviews and visits to the event can be arranged.  Thank you.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

Fantasy In Lights 2011 Tickets are on sale NOW.  Simply visit www.callawaygardens/fil

Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.

Saturday, November 5, marks the 27^th running of The Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens.  Bring friends, family or business clients to “party in the pines” in the colorful Autumn setting showcased in the foothills of the Pine Mountain Ridge. Pick your favorite horse to win one of the seven races – five sanctioned races and two junior horse races.  Enjoy a day packed with entertainment ranging from tailgate competitions, hat contests and Jack Russell Terrier Races to a variety of food, children’s activities and Southern artists.  Mark your calendars to attend Steeplechase the first Saturday of November every year!

WHEN:

Saturday, November 5, 2011.  Gates open at 10 a.m.; activities begin at 10:30 a.m.; opening ceremonies at 11:45 a.m., followed by the races.

WHERE:

The Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens site (Turn South on Nelson Road off Ga. Hwy. 18.  Follow the signs.)

WHY:

To have a great day in the country on a crisp Autumn day set against the backdrop of the beautiful Pine Mountain Ridge, picnicking and enjoying the thunderous sound of strong horses racing to “benefit the arts.”  Funds from this event benefit non-profit arts-related organizations in West-Central Georgia.

HOW:

Tickets are $25 for infield and $20 for an infield car pass.  Rail packages and boxes are available.

Tickets can be purchased:

Online at www.steeplechaseatcallaway.org until midnight on Thursday, November 3.

By phone at 706-324-6252 until Noon on Friday, November 4.

At the Steeplechase Office at 708 Broadway in Columbus.

Tickets purchased by phone after TODAY (October 31) will be available at the Will Call on Race Day.

Relax and stay a while. A special overnight package is available at Callaway Gardens.  The package is available for those who already have Steeplechase tickets, or those who need them.  For more information, visit www.callawaygardens.com/steeplechase or call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).

For more information or for details to cover this event, please contact:

Kim Jinks at 706-324-6252 or kim@steepelchaseatcallaway.org

Rachel Crumbley at 706-663-1587 or pr@callawaygardens.com

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

Fantasy In Lights 2011 Tickets are on sale NOW.  Simply visit www.callawaygardens/fil

Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.

CALLAWAY GARDENS FANTASY IN LIGHTS, AND ITS 8 MILLION LIGHTS, CELEBRATE ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY

Priceless Holiday Memories; Extend the Enjoyment with Overnight Packages Starting at $99

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (10/21/2011) – This holiday season marks the 20^th anniversary of Fantasy in Lights^® — named one of the top 48 events in the world by the Chicago Tribune — at Callaway Gardens, a 13,000-acre destination south of Atlanta.  Fantasy in Lights features 8 million lights stretching more than five miles, creating 14 larger-than-life holiday scenes.  As the most spectacular holiday light and sound show in the South, Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens sets Pine Mountain, Ga., ablaze from November 18 through December 30, 2011.  Advance ticket prices range from $16 to $22 for adults and $8 to $11 for children, with children 5 and younger always admitted for free.

Visitors experience the light and sound extravaganza on the “Jolly Trolley” or by driving through the lighted scenes in their personal vehicle.  The sparkling, animated displays include Snowflake Valley, a winter wonderland filled with enormous snowflakes and thousands of white lights; Magical Christmas Garden with a 24-foot wreath entrance; and Santa’s Workshop, showcasing animated versions of Santa’s elves busy making toys for the big night.  Two “don’t miss” scenes are on Robin Lake Beach and are both narrated, ’Twas the Night Before Christmas and The Nativity.  They each last about 10 minutes.

Ninety-nine percent of the frames used to create the scenes in Fantasy in Lights are custom designed and built just for Callaway Gardens, taking 3,900 man-hours to install.  In keeping with Callaway Gardens’ mission of connecting man and nature, every kilowatt of power used to light up Fantasy In Lights is compensated with “green” power.  The first destination in the Southeast to offset 100 percent of its electricity use by purchasing wind power credits.

Families experience the Christmas Village, a 22,000 square-foot indoor, heated area featuring opportunities to visit Santa and other holiday characters.  Inside the Village, guests have the opportunity to shop for specialty food items from the Callaway Gardens Country Store^®, unique gifts, nostalgic toys from simpler times and an assortment of holiday ornaments.  An array of Georgia crafters are on hand making and selling their wares.

The American Bus Association has again selected Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens as a “Top 100 Events in North America” for 2011.  Fantasy In Lights also has been recognized numerous times by the Southeast Tourism Society (STS) as one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast and by America’s Best and Top Ten as one of the Top Three Light Shows in America.

A variety of Fantasy In Lights overnight packages provide the opportunity to enjoy Callaway Gardens at a more relaxing pace.  Packages start as low as $99* per night in the Mountain Creek Inn and include:

•        Fantasy In Lights admission

•        Accommodations

•        Special Jolly Trolley loading area dedicated for overnight guests

• Admission to the world-class Gardens and its many attractions including the Day Butterfly Center, Sibley Horticultural Center, Callaway Discovery Center, live Birds of Prey Shows, seven miles of nature trails and our 10-mile Discovery Bicycle Trail.

Additional package options include breakfast and a 2011 commemorative Fantasy In Lights ornament.

Callaway Gardens’ central location in the Southeastern United States and convenient location to Hartsfield International Airport make it a unique and accommodating location for family gatherings, corporate holiday outings and more.  Fantasy In Lights packages in the more spacious Southern Pine Cottages (sleep up to eight) and Mountain Creek Villas (sleep up to 16) are available as well.

Callaway Gardens^®, is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.  To experience nature at its finest, call 1-800-CALLAWAY or visit www.callawaygardens.com.

To experience the most spectacular holiday light and show in the South, visit www.callawaygardens.com or call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).

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*Based on availability.  Some restrictions apply.  Not applicable to groups.

About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, a full-service spa, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities –with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course – offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Note to Editors:  Images, interviews and visits to the event can be arranged.  Thank you.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

Fantasy In Lights 2011 Tickets are on sale NOW.  Simply visit www.callawaygardens/fil

Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.

NEW FALL GARDENING SCHOOL AT CALLAWAY GARDENS

Learn from Experts on How to Make Fall Gardening Successful

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (9/6/11) – Fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials.  Come learn from the experts what, how and when to plant to ensure success with your landscape endeavors at Callaway Gardens’ Fall Gardening School October 22, 2011.

Join horticulturists Hank Bruno, former director of horticulture for Callaway Gardens and Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, and Mildred Pinnell Fockele, the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s horticulture director, for a fun and information packed day.

For novice gardeners, a “how-to” demonstration on planting woody plants, such as trees and shrubs, will give participants the knowledge and confidence for their home gardening projects.

The afternoon Question & Answer Session will be the perfect opportunity for pressing gardening questions.  Participants should be prepared to take home an abundance of gardening knowledge.

The cost is $55 per person and includes lunch.  To register, please call the Education Department at 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292), option 5, option 2; 706-663-5153 or email education@callawaygardens.com.  Some classes have limited enrollment so sign up quickly.

For overnight accommodations, ask for the special Fall Gardening School rate starting at $99 in the Mountain Creek^® Inn at 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).  Based on availability, some restrictions apply.

Turn the Fall Gardening School into a weekend getaway.  Add the Mystery Dinner Theater on Friday, October 21 to your plans.

Callaway Gardens^®, is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.  To experience nature at its finest, call 1-800-CALLAWAY or visit www.callawaygardens.com.

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About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, a full-service spa, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities–with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course – offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Note to Editors:  Images, interviews and visits to the event can be arranged.  Thank you.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

Fantasy In Lights 2011 Tickets are on sale NOW.  Simply visit www.callawaygardens/fil

Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.

CALLAWAY GARDENS^® HOSTS NINTH ANNUAL IDA CASON CALLAWAY FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (8/29/2011) – Callaway Gardens^® will host the 9th annual Ida Cason Callaway Foundation (ICCF) Golf Tournament September 19, 2011.  Proceeds from the tournament enable the ICCF to share the wonders of nature with thousands of schoolchildren by providing funds for diverse environmental programs available at Callaway Gardens.

“We invite everyone to come out for some great golf on two great courses that benefit a great cause,” said Bob Sykora, tournament organizer and director of club operations for Callaway Gardens.

This tournament celebrates the great spirit of Callaway Gardens’ founder, Cason J. Callaway, who believed that golf should be a pleasant experience in beautiful surroundings as well as introducing children to nature.

The tournament on Lake View will be a yellow ball scramble; Mountain View’s tournament will be a “Dogfight,” also known as a point game.  Both promise to be fun especially for the four teams with the lowest scores.  Prizes will be awarded to the top four teams and to winners of the Closest-to-the-Pin and Longest Drive competitions.

Entry fee for a team is $850 and includes range balls, beverages, participant gifts, a pre-tournament luncheon and an exciting day of friendly competition.

Corporate sponsorship packages are available at the Bronze ($2,500), Gold ($5,000) and Platinum ($7,500) levels.

Proceeds from the event go to the day’s biggest winners:  the students who receive the opportunity to experience the educational and horticultural programs of Callaway Gardens.  In addition to a host of programs and initiatives, the not-for-profit foundation hosts more than 30,000 schoolchildren in the Gardens each year, provides internships for college students and supports Callaway Gardens’ acclaimed Birds of Prey program.

Tournament day registration will begin at 10:30 a.m., with a luncheon to follow.  Shotgun starts on both the Mountain View and Lake View courses will begin at 1 p.m.

To register a team or for more information on this event or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Bob Sykora at bsykora@callawaygardens.com or call 706-663-5027.

Callaway Gardens is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.  For additional information, call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292) or visit www.callawaygardens.com.

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About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, a full-service spa, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities–with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course – offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

Fantasy In Lights 2011 Tickets are on sale NOW.  Simply visit www.callawaygardens/fil

Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.

CALLAWAY GARDENS^® ANNOUNCES 2011 FALL WORKSHOPS AND HIKES

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (8/22/11) - Cultivate your artistic skills and expand your gardening and natural history knowledge with Callaway Gardens’ Workshop and Hike Series!  Local experts and staff facilitate workshops while the interpretive hikes provide opportunities to explore portions of The Preserve at Callaway Gardens^®, the undeveloped land accessible to visitors only on guided programs.

Digital Photography Workshop Series

Foundations in DSLR Photography I: A Beginner’s Guide to DSLR Photography (what the camera manual doesn’t tell you)

Saturday, August 6, 2011, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Fee: $75 includes Lunch, and Digital Handout

Foundations in DSLR Photography I: Introduction to Artistic Composition & Photo Shoot

Sunday, August 7, 2011, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Fee: $40 (must attend Aug 6th Course)

Foundations in DSLR Photography II: Creative Photography Beyond the Auto Mode

Saturday, August 20, 2011, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  

Fee: $75 includes Lunch, and Digital Handout

Adventures in DSLR Photography V: Overcoming Challenges of Night & Low-light Photography – Balloon Festival

Friday-Sunday, September 2-4, 2011, Detailed weekend schedule:

Fri  6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.   Classroom

8 p.m. – 10 p.m.     Photo Shoot

Sat  7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.   Photo Shoot

9 a.m. – 11 a.m.     Classroom

6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Photo Shoot

Sun  7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.   Photo Shoot

9 a.m. – 11 a.m.     Classroom

Fee: Fri: $50; Sat: $65; Sun: $50; Discounted rate for entire weekend: $150

Foundations in DSLR Photography III: Mastering Focus & Exposure

Saturday, September 17, 2011, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  

Fee: $75 includes Lunch, and Digital Handout

Foundations in DSLR Photography III: Photo Shoot

Sunday, September 18, 2011, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Fee: $40 (must attend Sept 18th Course)

PhotoShop BootCamp: An Introduction to Adobe PhotoShop Elements 8 or 9 or CS4/CS5

Saturday – Sunday, October 1-2, 2011

9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Sunday

Fee: $115 includes admission to Callaway Gardens, Lunch on Saturday, and digital handout — laptops welcome)

Foundations in DSLR Photography V: Beginner’s Overcoming Challenges of Night & Low-light Photography – Fantasy in Lights

Monday, November 14, 2011

Times included in confirmation

Fee: $100 includes admission and digital handout

Adventures in DSLR Photography V: Overcoming Challenges of Night & Low-light Photography – Fantasy in Lights

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Times included in confirmation

Fee: $100 includes admission and digital handout

Art, Garden & Nature Workshops

Birds of Prey Encounter Workshop

Choose between September 24, October 29 and November 19, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Learn about the amazing world of raptors and participate in hands-on activities designed to bring you closer to the raptor world.  Enjoy a behind the scenes look into Callaway’s Birds of Prey.

Fee: $40 per adult (ages 19+); $25 per child (ages 6-18); $115 per family of 4 (2 adults/2 children)

Portrait Drawing in a Day

Saturday, October 15, 2011, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Learn the classic art of portraiture from artist Randy Nguyen.  Nguyen will help participants create their own portrait drawings from a photograph of their choice.

Instructor: Randy Nguyen

Fee: $125 plus $35 material fee, includes lunch

Gemstones & Freshwater Pearls Jewelry Design Workshop

Saturday, October 15, 2011, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Choose from a variety of gemstones and freshwater pearls along with sterling silver and copper beads to arrange in a pattern for the perfect combination.  Each necklace will be custom designed to fit the owner (max 20” long).

Instructor: Patricia Varnon

Fee: $115 all materials included

Gourd Bowl with Pine Needle Weaving

Saturday, October 22, 2011, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Learn how to prepare gourds for artistic expressions.  Coil or pine needle weaving incorporated into the design adds interest, texture and beauty.

Instructor: Talitha Norris

Fee: $60 includes all supplies

Fall Watercolor Workshop

Saturday, October 22, 2011, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Enjoy observing and painting the exciting colors of the fall foliage in this workshop.  Participants will have the opportunity to paint outdoors on location, weather permitting.  Class includes demonstrations, instruction, critique and individual coaching.  All levels of painters welcome.

Instructor: Pat Fiorello.  www.patfiorello.com

Fee: $125

Gourd Snowman

Saturday, November 5, 2011, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Just in time for Christmas, you’ll use a gourd, some paint, decorations, and your imagination to create a unique snowman (or woman) that reflects your personal style.

Instructor: Talitha Norris

Fee: $60 all materials included

Wreath-making Workshop

Saturday, December 3, 2011, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Make a unique holiday wreath of your own design using a wire frame and fresh greenery.

Instructor: Patricia Collins, Callaway Gardens’ director of gardens

Fee: $45 per wreath

Holiday Centerpiece Workshop

Saturday, December 10, 2011, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Make a centerpiece for a tabletop or fireplace mantle display.  You’ll adorn sprigs of fresh greenery with berries, seeds and fruits of the season to bring holiday cheer to your home.

Instructor: Patricia Collins, Callaway Gardens’ director of gardens

Fee: $45 per centerpiece or topiary

Hikes

Guided hikes are great opportunities to learn more about natural history!  Hikes offer a variety of topics, terrain and time spent on the trails.  Hiking trails are not paved; rocky and steep in some sections – appropriate footwear required.  Wear sturdy hiking boots and pack a light lunch and plenty of water for the trail.

Adventure Hike Along the Pine Mountain Ridge

Saturday, October 1, 2011, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Come join us for an early fall hike along the spine of Pine Mountain and along a clear, spring-fed creek in the Cason J. Callaway Memorial Forest.  Along the way we will discuss the ecology of the Pine Mountain region.

Length: 6 miles; moderately strenuous; ages 14 and up

Fee: $10 for members; $12 for non-members

Pine Mountain Springheads Hike

Saturday, November 12, 2011, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

This naturalist-led hike will explore an area of the Callaway Gardens’ Preserve on the Pine Mountain Ridge where springheads are abundant.  Amid colorful fall foliage, we’ll discuss the geology of the springheads, longleaf pines and the wonder of Autumn on Pine Mountain.

Length: approximately 4.5 miles; moderately strenuous (will include off-trail hiking on rocky surfaces) ages 12 and up

Fee: $10 for members; $12 for non-members

Premier Events

Fall Gardening School

Saturday, October 22, 2011, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials.  Come learn from the experts what, how and when to plant to ensure success with your landscape endeavors.  Join horticulturists Hank Bruno, former Director of Horticulture at Callaway Gardens and Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, and Mildred Pinnell Fockele, Horticulture Director of Atlanta Botanical Garden for a fun and information packed day.  We’ll even have a “how-to” demo for novice gardeners.  If you’ve got pressing gardening questions or want to know how to grow a certain plant, have your questions (and challenges) ready for the afternoon Question and Answer session.

Fee: $55

Nature Naturally™ Outdoor Weekend

November 11–14, 2011

Looking to do something more than walk through the woods when enjoying nature?  Join us for a family-friendly weekend of outdoor activities and learn how to enjoy Nature Naturally™ at Callaway Gardens!  Here’s your chance to try something new and different – or just give you time to enjoy some outdoor activities that are on your list of favorites.  What better place than Callaway Gardens to fly through the trees on our TreeTop Adventure, take a walk with one of Callaway’s Birds of Prey,  enjoy a round of Light Striker Laser tag or learn how to geocache, a high-tech scavenger hunt; kayak; canoe; and stargaze.

26^th Annual Southern Gardening Symposium

January 27–29, 2012

The Three-Day Symposium Devoted to Gardening in the South featuring outstanding speakers, including:  Dick Bir – Shrubs and Small Trees for Southern Understories; Mike Francis – The Best Maples for the South; Tovah Martin – Infusing the Garden with Personality; Jason Powell – Successful Fruit Gardening in the Home Landscape; Vincent Simeone – The Ever Changing and Exciting World of Hydrangeas; Charlie Thigpen – Have Fun Gardening; Shawn Walls – Wait for it, wait for it…; Norman Winter – Hot New Plants and Captivating Combinations.   This special event also includes a one-stop Gardening Marketplace, a silent and live Auction for unique plants, tours of private gardens and garden items as well as options for pre-conference workshops a tour of American Camellia Headquarter.  Register by Oct 31st for Early Bird Rates on both the registration and lodging.

Callaway Gardens Annual Plant Fair and Sale

March 22–26, 2012

The Annual Plant Fair and Sale scheduled for March 24–26, 2012, offers vendors bringing a wide variety of plants and unique garden items all under one roof.

Callaway Gardening School with Erica Glasener

March 22–23, 2012

Join horticulturist, author, and design expert Erica Glasener for an informative and enjoyable learning experience.  Thursday, March 22nd is a day-long Landscape Design Workshop.  You can be one of the early-birds at the Plant Fair and Sale as well.  On Friday, March 23rd Erica offers an inspiring garden lecture, followed by a Q&A Session including other gardening experts.  You can spend the afternoon shopping at the Plant Fair and Sale.

Fee:  Thursday and Friday: $110 (includes two lunches, Thursday Workshop, Early Entrance into Plant Fair, Friday Gardening School Lecture and Q&A Session); Thursday only: $79 Thursday Workshop, lunch, Early Entrance into Plant Fair; Friday only $45 Gardening School Lecture, Q&A Session and lunch

Detailed descriptions of these programs can be found at www.callawaygardens.com then click on “Gardens” and then “Educational Programs.”  Enrollment is limited and preregistration is required for all programs. Programs fill quickly, so register soon.

Workshop fees include admission to Callaway Gardens. To register, call the Education Department at 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292), option 5, option 2; 706-663-5153 or email education@callawaygardens.com.  Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before each workshop begins.  For a complete listing, visit See complete listings on www.callawaygardens.com.

For overnight accommodations for any of these workshops or hikes, ask for the special workshop rate starting at $99 in the Mountain Creek^® Inn at 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).  Based on availability, some restrictions apply.

Callaway Gardens^®, is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.  To experience nature at its finest, call 1-800-CALLAWAY or visit www.callawaygardens.com .

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About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, a full-service spa, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities–with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course – offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Note to Editors:  Images, interviews and visits to the event can be arranged.  Thank you.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

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Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.

GRAMMY WINNER SHAWN COLVIN, JOE PURDY JOIN CALLAWAY GARDENS’ HARVEST MOON FESTIVAL LINEUP

Act Soon – Early Bird Weekend Pass Price of $69 Ends August 31st; Overnight Accommodations are Filling Up

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (8/15/11) – The Callaway Gardens Harvest Moon Festival is adding to its stellar musical lineup. Having already announced the likes of The B-52s, The Gin Blossoms and John Hiatt, the festival now includes multiple Grammy-winning Shawn Colvin.

Early Bird Weekend Passes for $69 will be available for purchase only through August 31.  Beginning September 1, the price goes up to $79 for advance weekend passes.  Gate price during the event will be $85.  This family-friendly music festival October 6-9, 2011, also features celebrity chef Claire Robinson, host of the Food Network’s popular “5 Ingredient Fix.”

Shawn Colvin, who has won three Grammy Awards of an incredible ten nominations, is an iconic singer-songwriter who is perhaps most famous for her 1997 chart-topper “Sonny Came Home.” With this announcement of Colvin’s addition to the event, the Festival also is announcing the daily lineup. The Thursday evening Harvest Feast ($62 per person) will feature a cooking demonstration by Claire Robinson, followed by a double-bill of Atlanta musician Nic Cowan and popular recording artist Joe Purdy. Friday boasts some big names with The B-52s, Shawn Colvin, Parachute, Dread Clampitt and Allgood among the acts scheduled to appear. Saturday showcases the bulk of the musical lineup, with the Gin Blossoms, John Hiatt, Shawn Mullins, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, and Mat Kearney among the biggest names to appear on the festival’s two stages.

The four-day festival is a celebration of the harvest and of man and nature’s fruitful coexistence, combining farm-to-table foods, eco-centric vendors, cooking and gardening demonstrations, fun and educational activities for children, and of course, this unprecedented lineup of big-name bands. For tickets, information and the complete list of confirmed acts, visit harvestmoonfest.com.

The inaugural Callaway Gardens Harvest Moon Festival is definitely something to experience.  Plan to stay for the festival and savor every moment.  Overnight packages include tickets to the events but space is filling up quickly in the Mountain Creek Inn, Southern Pine Cottages and Mountain Creek Villas.  Gather friends and family and call today to reserve a Harvest Moon Festival overnight package.

For more information, visit www.harvestmoonfest.com.  For overnight reservations, call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292) or visit www.callawaygardens.com. Keep up with updates for the Harvest Moon Festival at www.facebook.com/HarvestMoonFest and at www.twitter.com/HarvestMoonFst.

For sponsorship or vendor information, email harvestmoonfest@callawaygardens.com.

Callaway Gardens® is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.

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About Callaway Gardens

For almost 60 years, Callaway Gardens has provided “a place of relaxation, inspiration and a better understanding of the living world” for millions of visitors.  Owned and operated by the non-profit Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, Callaway Gardens includes a garden, resort, preserve and residential community on 13,000 acres in Pine Mountain, Georgia.  Highlights include a butterfly conservatory, horticultural center, discovery center, chapel, inland beach, nature trails and special events throughout the year.

In addition, Callaway Gardens offers nearly 80,000 square feet of meeting space, 763 guest rooms, restaurants, a full-service spa, shops, golf, tennis, fishing and more.

Five unique, close-knit residential communities –with custom home sites, lakefront properties and cottages on the golf course – offer an ideal home away from home or full-time residence.

Callaway Gardens is home to a 4,610-acre forest preserve which is under conservation easement.  This conserved, sustainably-managed land is used for biological studies and environmental education programs.

Note to Editors:  Images, interviews and visits to the event can be arranged.  Thank you.

Rachel M. Crumbley | Public Relations Manager | Callaway Gardens

O: 706-663-5187 | F: 706-663-5068 | rcrumbley@callawaygardens.com

Mailing: PO Box 2000, Pine Mountain, GA 31822-2000

www.callawaygardens.com (Includes Media Room with Image Gallery)

Media:  Twitter | Facebook “Rachel Crumbley” | RSS

General Interest:  Twitter | Facebook | RSS

Fantasy In Lights 2011 Tickets are on sale NOW.  Simply visit www.callawaygardens/fil

Callaway Gardens:  Connecting Man and Nature in a way that benefits both.