1 . About Byron
Whether you’re in Byron for fun or work, there are plenty of things to do to fill your spare time.
Byron, Georgia makes travel sweeter with its slower pace and breathtaking attractions. It’s full of historic sites, museums, shopping malls, and more. In this city at the center of Georgia’s peach industry, you can take a vacation that leaves you rested, not annoyed.
Events
Georgia Peach Festival-June
Fall Market Days-September
Georgia National Fair-October
Byron Christmas Parade-December
Local attractions
Byron Welcome Center
Located in the Peach Shops, the Byron Welcome Center is your first stop in our area. The Byron Welcome Center is ready to help you make the most of your stay in Byron, Georgia.
North Peach Park
North Peach Park is the place for traditional festivals, movies in the park, and many other events. The park has picnic shelters, playgrounds, football fields and soccer fields all year round. North Peach Park also has an indoor, climate-controlled multi-purpose room.
The Big Peach Shopping Mall
One of Georgia’s major shopping malls, and Central Georgia’s biggest and best variety of goods, the Big Peach has something for everyone! Open seven days a week and located directly off I-75, the Big Peach is Central Georgia’s favorite shopping destination.
Party Playground Indoor Fun Center
Let the kids work out some energy with an hour or two at the Party Playground Indoor Fun Center. This room full of safe and soft play equipment will let your little ones run, jump and play, rain or shine. It’s also a great place to have a birthday party.
Contact us
For more information, contact us at (478) 956-2409
Email: byronwelcomecenter@gmail.com
1. When is the best time to enjoy delicious peach in Byron?A.June. | B.September. | C.October. | D.December. |
A.North Peach Park. |
B.Byron Welcome Center. |
C.The Big Peach Shopping Mall. |
D.Party Playground Indoor Fun Center. |
A.A course plan. | B.A travel brochure. | C.A journal. | D.An encyclopedia. |
2 . Do you want to be a billionaire? Most of us can’t live like billionaire Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates, but we can read like him. Gates recommended four books.
Leonardo da Vinci, by Walter Isaacson
The bestselling biographer of Steve Jobs and Albert Einstein researched deeply into Da Vinci’s contributions beyond art, highlighting the breadth of his scientific, technological, and creative output.
The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir, by Thi Bui
Gates called this graphic novel “really impressive”. Bui is the daughter of Vietnamese refugees who came to America after the fall of Saigon and becoming a parent inspired her to look into her own parents’ miserable history.
Lincoln in the Bardo, by George Saunders
Saunders, a longtime short story writer, won high praise for this novel. The book imagines the ghosts that haunt (出没于) the basement of Willie Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln’s son, who died at 11 in real life. “Willie’s death after the Civil War made the president have a new understanding of the grief he’s creating in other families by sending their sons off to die in battle,” said Gates.
Origin Story: A Big History of Everything, by David Christian
This new book is by the creator of Big History, a free, online social studies’ course. It traces history in wide, sweeping movements, starting with the Big Bang, and it provides, in effect, a short course in modern science. This is a brief history of the universe.
1. Which books refer to the field of science?A.Leonardo da Vinci and The Best We Could Do. |
B.Lincoln in the Bardo and Origin Story: A Big History of Everything. |
C.Origin Story: A Big History of Everything and Leonardo da Vinci. |
D.The Best We Could Do and Lincoln in the Bardo. |
A.Walter Isaacson. | B.Thi Bui. |
C.David Christian. | D.George Saunders. |
A.The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir left Gates an unfavourable impression. |
B.Leonardo da Vinci only made contributions to art. |
C.David Christian talks much about technology. |
D.Lincoln in the Bardo has been warmly received. |
3 . Four Art Study Abroad Programs in 2024
Whether you love art history, dance, photography, writing, or beyond, here are the top art programs to attend in 2024.
The 6-week Gap Year Course in Italy | Art History Abroad
Program length: 6 weeks in summer
Price: $10,000
If you’re interested in studying artists, criticism, and painting techniques during periods like the Renaissance and styles like baroque, Romanesque, and modern art, then this program is for you. It prides itself on not simply teaching art but also culture and an appreciation of beauty.
Creative Internships (实习) in Australia with ABI | ArtBound Initiative
Program length: 1 month
Price: $3,250
If you’ve ever had an interest in pursuing a career in the creative industry, consider an internship opportunity with ArtBound Initiative. Interns can work in exciting overseas locations while getting one-on-one career coaching from professionals.
The Irish Arts and Culture Program | Irish Gap Year
Program length: 1 semester
Price: $17,000
Explore your own areas of interest as you work side by side with local Irish artists, photographers, writers, and musicians, learning about Ireland’s rich cultural and artistic heritage. Your hands-on experience goes hand in hand with day trips to galleries, museums, and castles, and at the end, you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your works at the Le Cheile Art Expo.
Creative Semester in France | Berridge Programs
Program length: 1 semester
Price: $16,500
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced performer or artist, your interests and talents will be nurtured by industry professionals. During your time here, you will work on improving your skills which will end with a feature film or creative performance.
1. Where should you go to obtain career guidance according to the text?A.France. | B.Australia. | C.Italy. | D.Ireland. |
A.The 6-week Gap Year Course in Italy. |
B.Creative Internships in Australia with ABI. |
C.The Irish Arts and Culture Program. |
D.Creative Semester in France. |
A.$3,250. | B.$10,000. | C.$16,500. | D.$17,000. |
1. What is the speaker mainly talking about?
A.A search engine. |
B.A language program. |
C.A free lesson website for teachers. |
A.Over one hundred million. |
B.A few hundred thousand. |
C.Several thousand |
A.Switzerland. | B.Guatemala. | C.Costa Rica. |
A.By big websites. | B.By an actor. | C.By schools. |
1. What is the man doing?
A.Hosting a program. | B.Chairing a meeting. | C.Giving a lecture. |
A.Potatoes and melons. | B.Potatoes and tomatoes. | C.Carrots and tomatoes. |
A.To get a teamwork award. |
B.To make kids develop confidence. |
C.To help kids know more about food. |
A.Create recipes. | B.Design gardens. | C.Build kitchens. |
Interested in photography? Fujiko has produced an amazing new mini camera — the advanced 1001ix. It is no bigger than a credit card! It is very reliable and easy to use. The Mini Camera is made from an attractive and strong material and not expensive at all. Cost: $199.99.
Remote Headphones
These fantastic headphones from Philips have no wires. You can listen to your favourite programmes while you are walking round the house or garden! You can even go up to sixty metres away from your radio or TV. They give you freedom to move around plus top sound. Excellent value at $80.45.
Feline Floor (地板) Cleaners
Do you find housework tiring and boring? Have you got a cat that walks around your flat all day? Here is the perfect solution. It will change your life. Put the floor cleaners on your cat, and sit back and relax. They are very practical and easy to wash. Special offer — a complete set for only $5.99.
K9 Dogwalker
Is your dog fat? Do you walk it every day? This new product will change your life and your dogs too. It is practical as it can exercise your dog just in your home. It has an attractive design and a reliable electric motor plus a small computer. You can use the computer to plan your dog’s exercise without doing anything. A bargain (便宜货) at $39.99.
1. How much money do you need to buy a Mini Camera?A.$5.99. | B.$39.99. | C.$80.45. | D.$199.99. |
A.The Mini Camera. | B.The Remote Headphones. |
C.The Feline Floor Cleaners. | D.The K9 Dogwalker. |
A.Practical. | B.Expensive. | C.Attractive. | D.Reliable. |
7 . London Theatre Shows
Alice In Wonderland
Each ticket to the show includes free entry to Kew Gardens., Alice in Wonderland is playing at the Kew Gardens from 22 July to 28 August 2023.
Running time: 1 hour 10 minutes with no interval (幕间休息)
Performance days
Matinees (日场): Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Important information: Children under 2 years old go free.
Back To The Future: The Musical
It is based on the iconic Back ta the Future films. Back to the Future: The Musical tickets at the Adelphi Theatre, London are available to book for performances up to 11 February 2024.
Age restrictions: Suitable for general audience aged 6+. Children under 3 will not be admitted.
Running time: 2 hours 40 minutes (including interval)
Performance days
Evenings; Monday, Wednesday. Thursday. Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Matinees: Thursday, Saturday, Sunday.
Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour
This show sees Blippi in the ultimate curiosity adventure. Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi as he discovers what makes different cities unique and special. Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour runs at Rose Theatre, Kingston from 29 August to 9 September 2023.
Age restrictions: Recommended for ages 2+.
Running time: 1 hour (no interval)
Performance days
Matinees: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Dinosaur World Live
Join our brave explorers across unchartered territories to discover a pre-historic world of remarkably life-like dinosaurs. Dinosaur World Live runs from 11 August to 3 September 2023 at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, London.
Age restrictions: 3+
Running time: 50 mins + a 15-minute post show
Performance days
Matinees: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
1. What do we know about Back to the Future: The Musical?A.It has no performances on Tuesdays, |
B.Booking starts on 11 February 2024. |
C.Children under 3 years old can go free. |
D.It lasts 2 hours 40 minutes without intervals. |
A.Kew Gardens. |
B.Adelphi Theatre. |
C.Rose Theatre, Kingston. |
D.Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. |
A.Alice In Wonderland |
B.Dinosaur World Live |
C.Back To The Future: The Musical |
D.Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour |
8 . Group Visits and Tours
The Museum of Fine Arts Houston(MFAH) welcomes groups to experience the Museum’s collections and exhibitions. Discounts (折扣) for self-guided group visits and expert-guide d group tours are there for those who book 10 or more tickets.
From the great art collections of the Museum of Fine Arts Houston—with objects crossing the world and human creative history—to the ever-changing schedule of thematic exhibitions, the Museum offers a lot of tour topics to suit your interests. Visit as a self-guided group, and you and your guests can explore at your own pace. For a deeper exploration into the galleries, request (要求) an expert-guided tour.
Policy
The Museum offers tours and packages to groups of 10 or more for the Museum’s collections and selected exhibitions. Membership benefits and free individual admission may not be used at the same time with school or group visits. Tours led by guides who don’t work in the Museum are not allowed; please contact groupsales@mfah.org in advance of your visit for all tour requests.
Reservations
For price information, contact groupsales@mfah.org or 713-639-7878. To make a reservation (预定) request, complete the group visit request form. At least one-week advance notice is needed for self-guided visits and two weeks for expert-guided tours. Reservations are confirmed with an order number and decided by advance payment.
Looking for school tours? Find information here or email schooltours@mfah.org with your questions.
Main address: 1001 Bissonnet, Houston, Texas 77005
MFAH Information Line: 713-639-7300
1. How can you get discounted tickets for the Museum?A.By visiting it with an expert. | B.By buying at least ten tickets. |
C.By booking tickets in advance. | D.By paying a visit with your family. |
A.Groups led by a guide they bring. | B.Children without their parents’ company. |
C.Those coming with a clear visit plan. | D.Visitors without membership. |
A.Call 713-639-7878. | B.Buy the ticket two weeks ahead. |
C.Visit schooltours@mfah.org. | D.Pay for your ticket in advance. |
9 . We love the idea of writing contests, but we hate con test fees. That’s why we’ve rounded up these 4 writing contests that all have no entry or reading fees. Some end soon, so be sure to apply for those right away if you’re interested.
The Lindquist & Vennum Prize for Poetry is currently open for submissions. Poets can submit a book-length manuscript, but there is no page requirement. The winner will receive $10,000 and publication by Milkweed Editions. Deadline is March 1. To learn more, click the prize submission guidelines.
The Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana Authors Award is currently accepting nominations (提名,推荐). Indiana-born or Indiana-based Authors may nominate themselves or be nominated. There are several award categories. The cash awards range from $6,000 to $10,000. Deadline for nominations is March 18. To learn more, click the award guidelines.
Winning Writers is currently hosting its Wergle Flomp Humor Poetry Contest. Poets can submit one humorous poem for consideration. The first place winner will receive $1,000; second place will receive $250; and 10 honorable mentions will receive $100 each. All winners will be published online. Deadline is April 1. To learn more, click the contest guidelines.
The Griffin Poetry Prize welcomes poets and translators to submit their work. Two prizes will be awarded. The Canadian Prize will go to a Canadian poet or translator who has published or translated a work. The International Prize will go to a poet or translator from any part of the world. Each prize winner will receive $65,000 CAD. Deadline is June 30, with a second deadline of December 31. To learn more, click the prize guidelines.
1. What do the four contests have in common?A.All of them are for poetry only. | B.The winners’ works will be published. |
C.Everyone is welcome to submit their works. | D.Application for the contests is free of charge. |
A.The Griffin Poetry Prize. | B.Wergle Flomp Humor Poetry Contest. |
C.The Lindquist & Vennum Prize for Poetry. | D.The Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana Authors Award. |
A.In a magazine. | B.On a website. | C.In an advertisement. | D.On a poster. |
10 . Thousands of books are published daily, and book advertisements play a crucial role in increasing awareness about those books. But it’s too easy to be tricked into bad “advertising opportunities” and make the wrong decisions. Here are several forms of digital advertising proven to work well.
Facebook advertising: Facebook provides the perfect advertising platform for authors because it allows targeting very specific categories of people. The other advantage is that it’s easy to test. You can start with a budget as low as $5 and gradually increase your monetary (货币的) commitment if your return on investment is positive.
Amazon advertising: Amazon allows you to show ads about your book directly on other book pages and search result pages. Since their main US rollout in 2017, they’ve become the most effective advertising place for authors.
Bookbub advertising: Bookbub rolled out a self-serve ad platform in 2016, which they’ve greatly improved since. It’s a less competitive playing field than Facebook or Amazon, but it does have its features.
Discount/promotion advertising: If you’re running a discount or free promotion on one of your books, you can apply to have it advertised in the newsletters of platforms such as Freebooksy, Bargainbooksy, etc.
Other types of advertising include search advertising, Goodreads advertising, banner ads on websites, etc. These haven’t produced the same effective results for most authors yet, but they could be just as effective (or more) if you write in a certain field.
1. What is special about the Facebook advertising?A.It is easy for authors to access. |
B.It aims at saving money for readers. |
C.It allows adjusting investment by profit. |
D.It includes different categories of information. |
A.Facebook. | B.Amazon. | C.Bookbub. | D.Freebooksy. |
A.To get readers to buy more books. |
B.To raise people’s reading awareness. |
C.To offer authors advertising platforms. |
D.To help publishers communicate with readers. |