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10/29/2026

Join us Tuesday, November 10, 2026 for an unforgettable evening of conversation, connection, and inspiration with Mrs. Shirley Sherrod, a nationally recognized civil rights leader and longtime champion of rural communities, social justice, and community empowerment.

Designed exclusively for young professionals under 40, this special gathering offers a unique opportunity to learn from a leader whose dedication to service, advocacy, and community transformation has left a lasting mark.

The experience begins at Resora!

Starting at 5 PM, enjoy Ride-Along Tours and explore the beauty, history, and significance of Resora before gathering for an engaging conversation and meaningful connections with fellow young professionals.

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
🕔 5 PM – 7 PM
📍 Resora | 801 Old Pretoria Road

Come ready to gain perspective, build meaningful relationships, and be inspired by a legacy of leadership and service. Together, we’ll reflect on the lessons of the past while exploring the possibilities and responsibilities of the next generation of leaders.

Space is limited. Be in the room!

Register Here: https://forms.gle/TJdYGmqFTdgYiyza8

09/12/2026

The Ag & Arts Festival was a GREAT success! 🎨🌾🎶

A wonderful day filled with agriculture, arts, community, great food, and good vibes! Thank you to everyone who came out, participated, and helped make this event one to remember! 🙌🏾❤️

08/07/2026

🚜 Hop aboard — Resora’s Guided Trolley Farm Tours are here!

Climb up and ride through 1,638 acres of working fields, pecan groves, and Albany history — with a Resora guide sharing the story the whole way. Perfect for church groups, family reunions, school trips, and company outings.

🎟️ Groups up to 40 per tour
⏱️ About an hour, start to finish
📍 Resora · Albany, GA
📞 Book your group: (229) 603-5649

08/06/2026

Why You Should Come

🌾🎨 One Event. So Much to Experience! 🍇

Looking for something fun to do with your family on Saturday, September 5th?

Join us at the Arts & Agriculture Expo 2026 from 9 AM – 1 PM at the Resora Campus in Albany!

✅ Live Music
✅ Local Vendors
✅ Art Exhibits
✅ Food Trucks
✅ Fresh Produce
✅ Family Fun
✅ U-Pick Muscadines

Admission is FREE!

Who are you bringing with you? Tag them below! 👇

08/05/2026

🌾🎨 SAVE THE DATE! 🎨🌾

The Arts & Agriculture Expo 2026 is coming to Albany, and you don’t want to miss this incredible celebration of Art • Agriculture • Food • Community!

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Resora Campus
801 Old Pretoria Road • Albany, GA

Come enjoy:
🎶 Live Music
🛍️ Local Vendors
🎨 Art Exhibits
🍇 Fresh Produce
🍔 Food Trucks
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fun for All Ages

Join us as we honor Mrs. Shirley Sherrod for 60 years of dedication to agriculture and celebrate the people, businesses, and organizations that make our community thrive!

🍇 Don’t miss the U-Pick Muscadine Experience!
Starting August 22 through September 5, Monday–Saturday, from 9 AM – 1 PM.

🙌 WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
Be a part of this exciting community event by serving as an event volunteer on September 5th. If you’re interested, please contact our office today at 📞 229-430-9870.

Let’s come together to celebrate, support local, shop local, and grow together!

06/11/2026

The Sherrod Institute is pleased to host nine exceptional students from Tuskegee University and Fort Valley University for its summer internship program, now in its second year. We are eager to provide these young individuals with hands-on experience in various aspects of farming, including regenerative agriculture, soil health, animal science, and farm management. Through farm field visits and daily operations, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of farming as a business. We look forward to a rewarding and enriching experience.
Visits to: Forhutiyah Urban farm and Buttler Sheep farm in Albany Georgia. Thank you.

06/03/2026

✨🖤💛❤️💚 An Evening of Elegance, Legacy & Purpose ❤️💚💛🖤✨

You are cordially invited to the Lee County Juneteenth Fundraiser Gala 2026 — a powerful night dedicated to celebrating freedom, honoring legacy, and investing into our community.

Under the theme “Breaking Chains, Building Legacy,” this unforgettable black-tie affair will feature inspiring speakers, meaningful fellowship, elegant dining, and a celebration of culture and progress.

📍 Northwest Library — Albany, GA
📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

Join community leaders, supporters, and changemakers for an evening that will uplift, empower, and inspire generations to come. ✨

🎟️ Tickets: $55.20
👔 Black Tie Attire Required

Your attendance and support help continue the mission of Recovery & Restoration House, Inc. as we honor Juneteenth and build a lasting legacy together.

04/23/2026

This April… something powerful is taking root in Albany, Georgia.

The Sherrod Institute proudly presents its 6th Annual Farm Field Day & Gala—a transformational two-day experience happening April 23rd and 24th.

Day One—Thursday at Resora—step onto the land and into purpose.
Engage in hands-on workshops, farm tours, and powerful conversations centered around sustainability, land ownership, and generational impact.

Then on Friday, join us in downtown Albany at the Hilton Garden Inn for more dynamic sessions, training, and insight designed to empower farmers, leaders, and communities alike.

And as the sun sets… the celebration rises.

Join us for an unforgettable Benefit Gala at 6:30 PM—honoring Shirley Sherrod’s 60 years of service… and featuring a powerful Circle of Sisters with voices that have shaped movements and inspired change.

Special guests include LaTosha Brown, Konda Mason, Oleta Garrett Fitzgerald, Dr. Penny Brown Reynolds, and Freedom Singer Rutha Mae Harris.

This is more than an event…
This is legacy.
This is empowerment.
This is laying the ground for generations to come.

Register now and secure your tickets at SherrodInstitute.org

Don’t miss it.

04/18/2026

Karen Lawrence and Marcel McManus, Sr. stopped by WALB News 10’s Town & Country to spotlight the upcoming Farm Field Day & Gala honoring Shirley Sherrod’s incredible legacy. 🌱✨

Address

1216 Dawson Road, Ste 108
Albany, GA
31707

Telephone

+12294309870

Website

https://www.swgaproject.com/

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