Good morning, Gainesville.

Electric membership corporations will honor linemen on April 13 as the state designates Lineman Appreciation Day, with lawmakers approving resolutions and inviting Georgians to show support via social media + specialty license plates available at motor vehicle renewals.

Gainesville issued 160 building permits last month for construction projects valued at $8.4 million.

Permits cover 15 new single-family homes costing $4.6 million, 13 for home upgrades totaling $948,000, one for new commercial work at $400,000, and nine for repairs totaling $1.1 million plus additional permits for system updates.

Diamond Art Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — Supplies provided — Create an abstract landscape diamond art masterpiece in a relaxed setting.

Sewing Workshop with Ana Whitfield: Zippers & Closures

12-3 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — Supplies required — Learn essential sewing skills including zippers in this hands-on workshop series.

Kiss The Sky - The Jimi Hendrix RE-Experience

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets from $51 — Experience the electrifying tribute to Jimi Hendrix live in Gainesville.

Paint a Watering Can DIY Workshop

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — All materials provided — Get creative painting a mini ceramic watering can for your plants or decor.

2026 Happy Hippy Llama Show

April 17-19 — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Costs vary — Experience the excitement of double ALSA and ILR-SD points at this vibrant llama show.

Iron Beast II Powerlifting Competition

11 AM – 8 PM — The Beast Sports Center, LLC — Admission details not specified — Witness exciting powerlifting feats at this regional competition.

Ricochet Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets required — Experience classic country music from the renowned band known for their chart-topping hits and harmonies.

Southeastern Championship Bull Riding

Gates open at 6 — Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness thrilling rodeo action at Gainesville's premier bull riding event.

USO Dance and Desserts Fundraiser

7-9 p.m. — Gainesville Civic Center — Fundraiser event — Enjoy a lively 1940s canteen featuring dancing and desserts.

First Friday Concert Series

7-10 p.m. — Main Street Gainesville — Free entry — Enjoy live music in the historic setting of Downtown Gainesville's Square each first Friday of the month.