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WELCOME TO AC MAGAZINE PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF Alice Sexton OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EDITOR Greg Dunn trainingdunnright@gmail.com EVENTS EDITOR Advertising Sales Ann Merry 770. 324. 2384 | annmerry@ymail.com Undercover like a Chameleon, agent Maxine blends in with the bridges and wishing wells at Ace in Ellijay. She secretly reported that unfortunately there were no chickens or rabbits in those pens and hutches. Woof!
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was– wow. These days I’m much more calm when the deadline approaches and my hope is that that new-found ease shows in the improvements made to the design and content with each progressive issue. 2014 marks the 10th Anniversary of Appalachian Country magazine. On page
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the experience of all 3, or just take one at a time. Body Water Soul bends to fit your desires. Take your best friend Fido on vacation. Lisa Lyle Waggoner of Cold Nose College gives us the low-down on traveling with your dog, plus all of the great events that you and fur face can enjoy together. Travel back to a simpler time with a trip to ACE Hardware in Ellijay where you’ll find whatever you need to fall headlong into summer. If science is your thing– or you’re looking to escape the heat or find something to do on a rainy day– the world-class TELLUS Museum in Cartersville is the place for kids of all ages. So with all of that– and more– I double-dog-dare you to be bored this summer! The August/September issue will once again have THE most complete listing of fall festivals throughout north Georgia. We’ll also find out what’s new at the North Georgia Zoo & Petting Farm and take a trail ride with Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides. This is one issue you won’t want to miss, heck, you truly don’t want to miss any of our fun issues, do ya?
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Spotlight, Shane's 9 Restaurant Rib Shack, Ellijay
Tasty BBQ, Secret Family Recipes & Loyal Customers- it's Gonna Get Messy in Here!
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Not Just For Kids! Spend the Whole Day at the TELLUS Museum in Cartersville. Plus RockFest.
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Man's Best Friend Goes on Vacation
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Everything You Need to Know, Plus Local Dog Events You'll Both Love!
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This Summer Get Outdoors, and Spend Quality Time with Family and Friends.
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The Synergistic Coupling of Surf Blue Ridge and Higher Ground Massage & Yoga. Namaste.
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It's all in the secret sauce! Handed down over generations, Shane's BBQ sauce is the stuff of legends. Shane’s Rib Shack has been open in East Ellijay for five years. During that time many loyal customers have sampled the mouth watering ribs, heaping Big Dad barbeque sandwich and wonderful sides and desserts. New at Shane's is their Go Gluten Free menu! Just ask when you come in or check out the menu on their web site. What many people don’t know is that Shane’s also has the best chicken around. The chicken tenders are huge and can be ordered tossed in one of the signature sauces or simply plain. The chicken tenders come fried or grilled. But, both are tender and juicy. If you like wings, Shane’s also serves some of the best in town. Owner, Steve Stone, would like to say thanks to his loyal customers for making the last five years a success by saying, "If you haven't been to Shane’s, please come try us, I know you'll like us!" For those that want to party, Shane’s Caters, and this includes their gluten free menu too! Call 706-635-7427 to set up your next event. There is no group too big or too small! Just off of 515, in front of Wal-Mart in Ellijay, stop in and say hello to the friendly staff, try some tender barbecue and leave happy. As the restaurant menu says, “It’s gonna get messy!” AC For more information and to view the complete menu visit www.shanesribshack.com/ellijay/ or call 706. 635. 7427
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The National Interscholastic Cycling Association announces Georgia as the newest High School Cycling League. The Georgia league is a significant new step in NICA's mission to provide high school mountain biking coast-to-coast by 2020. With nine existing leagues, the addition of Georgia makes 10. NICA has nearly 1,000 licensed coaches who are working with approximately 3,000 student-athletes, giving a very favorable overall supervision ratio of one adult to three student-athletes. The Georgia High School Cycling League was organized in 2013 to provide competitive mountain biking programs for students in grades 9 to 12. With the cooperation of local race organizers, our partners, and our sponsors we are able to provide a high quality mountain racing experience. We believe that mountain biking is the ‘T-Ball’ of cycling. Regardless of ability level, the Georgia League is committed to providing a positive experience for all student-athletes. Matt Fritzinger, a teacher at Berkeley High, founded the League with the 2001 NorCal High School Mountain Bike Racing Series. As the coach of the Berkeley High team, he saw that a school team could succeed, but that competition would be required for it to thrive. In the first series, mountain bikers from June/July 2014
The first Georgia High School Cycling League Coaching Summit was held at Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Getaway in Ellijay. There are four levels of licensing: GV- General Volunteer, RL- Rider Leader, AC- Assistant Coach and HC- Head Coach. To get involved visit the National Interscholastic Cycling League at www.nationalmtb.org
GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL CYCLING LEAGUE MISSION STATEMENT The Georgia High School Cycling League works to establish and maintain safe, quality high school mountain bike programs. The League is responsible for establishing a climate that will: Provide students who have the desire to mountain bike with the coaching and camaraderie that will help them achieve both competitive and non-competitive crosscountry mountain biking goals in a safe and enjoyable manner; Develop an awareness of what it is to be an amateur athlete that is both gracious and respectful to their community; Create an environment in which they may discover new friendships and find role models; Guide students towards learning new skills and disciplines, and spread the foundations of mountain bike racing across the U.S.; Foster a responsible attitude toward the use of trails and wilderness; Promote the value of cycling to our community as a mode of transportation and as a life long sport.
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schools all over Northern California answered the call and came to compete as semi-organized high school teams. Now well over 50 California schools offer well organized mountain bike programs and the high school team sport is spreading to states across the country A joint effort between the Georgia High School League and Tennessee High School Leagues, the Leaders Summit had over 50 attendees seeking a NICA Coaching License. I am honored to be on the founding committee for the Georgia High School Cycling League. We have over 30 schools that are already prepared and new teams and riders signing up as I write. Our inaugural season starts September 7th at Allatoona Creek Park in Ackworth, GA so come on out and join the fun! For more information on becoming a League Coach or starting a League at your school contact League Director Dan Brooks by email: dan@georgiamtb.org or visit their website: www.georgiamtb.org
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“Hello Madeline’s well hello Madeline’s. It’s so nice to have you back were you belong!”
After an extended remodel & whispers of relocation, Madeline’s Café & Bakery has reopened as simply Madeline’s. This French inspired bistro in the heart of Jasper, Georgia, will have its grand opening starting Tuesday, June 3rd. The redesigned café has a new gift shopfeaturingladiesjewelry,accessories & handbags, men’s gifts, home décor, home fragrance, gourmet foods and an extensiveselectionofcoffeetablebooks and art. The deli section located across the restaurant, will feature those oh-sopopular mile-high cakes as well as a delectable assortment of French pastries, cheeses & accoutrements. Additionally, Madeline’s has added a “needed for the season shop”featuring goods and accessories for the seasons to come. Opening week will have fall/ winter displayed and feature handcrafted fall/ Halloween items from local artists and abroad. Plan a day trip for lunch and you receive a 10% discount on your purchases in the gift shop. Dinners are now being served on Wednesdays and Fridays with an exceptional menu of local grass fed beef and sustainable seafood. In true Madeline’s style, the 5-star plates are works of art and have set the bar high for local diners. Signature items like the melt-in- your-mouth Pork Tenderloin with Blackberry Gastric served with June/July 2014
caramelized onion roasted potatoes and French tied asparagus or the Jumbo Lump Crab and Hollandaise topped Filet Mignon served with scalloped purple potatoes and star anise glazed carrots are wowing guests and have them exclaiming, "We don’t have to drive to Atlanta for this level of food anymore.”The menu also features original recipe appetizers, “best-ever” soups and creative salads. The Korean BBQ & Crispy Rice Noodle lettuce wraps and the House Special – Gerard Salad are two of my favorites. The salad features wild greens tossed with sun dried cranberries, currants, thinly sliced apples, red onions, Gorgonzola cheese crumbles served with 16-spice candied walnuts and BalsamicVinaigrette (both sold in the deli section) that work in perfect harmony. And of course THOSE DESSERTS! No matter how full you are, you cannot pass up one of their daily special desserts.The fresh berry topped Crème Brulee and the Lemon Dacqouise, (layers of meringue, lemon scented cream and fresh strawberries drizzled with a Grand Marnier strawberry Sauce) are seriously two of the best things I have ever put in my mouth.
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Madeline’s will also feature hand selected wines and beers available starting in July to compliment the truly exquisitefoodsandatmosphere. Be sure to sign up for their email list to receive weekly menu updates, daily specials, desserts of the month and be invited to their upcoming exclusive events like Christmas in July Open House on the 19th & 20th. This Saturday/ Sunday event will showcase handpicked fall, Halloween & Holiday merchandise beautifully displayed and available for purchase while being pampered with delectable hors d’oeuvres and cozy libations. So if you are one of the many that drove away disappointed and empty stomached during their absence, fret no more. SHE’S BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER! Madeline’s is open for lunch Tuesday through Friday from 11:00AM to 2:00pm and serves dinnerWednesdays and Fridays from 5:30PM to 8:30PM. Reservations are recommended. 1052 East Church Street Suite I Jasper, GA 30143 Phone 706.253.1052 Web: www.madelinescafebakery.com www.aclivingmagazine.com
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SUMMER SCIENCE FUN
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Tellus Science Museum is a world-class 120,000 square foot science museum located just 40 miles north of Atlanta in Cartersville, Georgia. The museum is home to four major exhibit galleries, a planetarium and an observatory. In addition, the museum houses a hands-on gem panning experience and a walk-in fossil dig. The museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, has hosted over one million visitors since opening 5 years ago.
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ne of the museum’s most fascinating galleries is the Weinman Mineral Gallery, which highlights gems, rocks, and minerals from all over the world. The gallery also features an earthquake exhibit with an interactive station to create your own “quake”, a giant periodic table of elements that showcases each element and a sample of the ordinary objects where they can be found, and a fluorescent minerals exhibit which demonstrates how some minerals glow under different types of light. In the Fossil Gallery, guests can stare into the mouth of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, take a photo with a 9-foot wide jaw of a Megaladon (a shark that once lived in the oceans that was larger than a school bus), or learn about giant fish and reptiles once native to Georgia. Most recently, the exhibit has been updated with a replica of a Triceratops skull from the largest skeleton ever found. Then venture over to the Science in Motion Gallery where guests can discover the evolution of automobile manufacturing by studying electric, steam and gasoline-powered cars. The gallery Top Left: Fossil Gallery at Tellus Science Museum Bottom Far Left: Replica Wright flyer in Science in Motion Gallery at Tellus Science Museum Bottom Left: Front entrance at Tellus Science Museum
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also houses a replica Wright flyer in the center of the exhibit. Additionally, the gallery is home to a space exhibit featuring the largest moon rock on exhibit in the state of Georgia. Collins Family My Big Backyard is a hands-on children’s interactive gallery which teaches the youngest scientists how to “see” your back yard from a different perspective. The gallery highlights a huge walk-in tree designed to teach youngsters about weather. Little guests can go into the garage to learn more about magnets and electricity; or go into the shed to create and discover experiments on sound. Kids can also play with light, rainbows, mirrors, and more in the greenhouse. The Planetarium boasts a new state of the art, high-definition digital projector making images on the dome crystal clear. Enjoy shows that simulate a roller-coaster ride through space or take a live tour of the night sky. There’s a show available for every age range! UPCOMING EVENTS: Two of Tellus’ most popular events are returning this summer. RockFest is an indoor/outdoor weekend event on June 14-15. Rock, gem and fossil dealers from all over the country will bring their treasures for your enjoyment. Come peruse their collections, or buy unique, one-of-a-kind specimens or exotic jewelry. Little ones can play a www.aclivingmagazine.com
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round of rock bingo, and join in the other various children’s activities scheduled throughout each day. Plus, the first 200 guests each day will receive a free mineral specimen. This event is free for members and included with regular admission for non-members. In August, Tellus brings the museum to life with Night at the Museum! On Saturday evening, August 9th, meet some of science’s most popular characters – both fiction and non-fiction. Actors portraying the likes of Albert Einstein and Sir Isaac Newton, as well as Katniss Everdeen and Indiana Jones will liven up the museum galleries and teach visitors about the importance of science. If that’s not enough, the Tellus Madd Scientists will be on-hand performing wacky and wild experiments to delight guests of all ages. Everyone will receive a complimentary autograph book at check-in to document this special night. Children 12 and under are also encouraged to dress up as their favorite character from 16
Above: Madd Scientist at Night at the Museum event at Tellus Science Museum Clockwise From Top Right: Night at the Museum event, Electricity exhibit in Collins Family My Big Backyard Gallery, Periodic table of elements in the Weinman Mineral Gallery, Guests shopping for gems at RockFest
science and participate in an Instagram photo contest where a special prize will be awarded to the winner. (The Museum kindly requests adults not to dress up in costume so as not to confuse guests with actors.) Tickets for this event will go on sale June 30. Member tickets are $10 per person, and nonmember tickets are $20 per person. To purchase yours, call (770) 606-5700 ext 431. To learn more about Tellus Science Museum or to stay up-to-date on events, please visit the website at www.tellusmuseum.org or “like” us on Facebook!
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TELLUS IS A GREAT EVENT VENUE TOO! Looking for that unique spot for your wedding, reception, party or business meeting? Look no further than Tellus! Tellus has spaces that can fit all of your needs, for parties of 32 people to up to 400! Banquet Room A – Seats up to 120. Banquet Room B – Seats up to 160. Both Banquet Rooms – Seats up to 280. Private Dining – Seats up to 32. Both Banquet Rooms and Private Dining – Seats up to 312. Café – Seats up to 64. Great Hall – Seats up to 400. For information about upcoming events, call Director of Events Jacque Hollis at 770-606-5715 or e-mail her at jhollis@georgiamuseums.org.
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Ahhhhh, Vacation Time!
For me, there’s nothing that beats heading out on vacation with our dogs beside us. It really matters not where we go, as long as the dogs are going too. Thankfully there are many dog friendly options for today’s dog-loving traveler, and the tri-state area of Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee is no exception. But while your bags are packed and ready to go, is Fido really ready to go with you? You want your favorite furry friend to be as happy and comfortable as you are when traveling. Here are a few things to consider before and during your excursion with Fido: Is your dog socialized well enough to enjoy new people, places and things? An under socialized dog can be fearful of new situations, only adding to the stress of being away from his familiar surroundings. If you know your dog is fussy with new people or unknown dogs, it’s best to leave him in the care of a dog sitter or reputable boarding kennel. Is your dog comfortable riding in the car? While most dogs are, I know many dogs who not only don’t like riding in the car, but are so stressed that they exhibit serious stress related behaviors (such as stress vomiting and stress diarrhea). If your dog doesn’t LOVE the car, then reconsider taking him with you. 18
Is your dog crate trained? This means not only will he go into his crate willingly, but does he sincerely enjoy it? For safety, traveling by car with your dog in a crate or a doggy seat belt (such as the Roadie from www.ruffrider.com) is recommended. Also, many hotels require your dog be crated if you’re not with your dog in the hotel room, so make sure Fido loves his crate! Is your dog comfortable being left alone? Many dogs are fine in new surroundings when they’re with their beloved humans, but not so much when they’re left alone and may whine and/or bark continually while you’re away. Does your dog have good manners in public and in new places? Do you have nice focus and attention from your dog when in unknown surroundings? In the midst of a variety of new distractions, it’s harder for a dog to respond to known cues. It takes practice in new situations for the dog to become proficient. A reliable, rocket recall is also needed if you plan to have any off leash fun with your dog while hiking. See: http://tinyurl.com/rocketrecall If your answer is Yes to these questions, then go for it! You’re ready to have some vacation fun with your furry friend and there are plenty of activities to enjoy here in the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
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If action is what you’re seeking, then get on over to the Cohutta Blue Ridge Challenge, a regional dock diving event held in Blue Ridge, Georgia on June 20-22, 2014 at Cohutta Country Store and organized by Dixie Dock Dogs www.dixiedockdogs.com. Dock diving is easy to understand and wildly fun to watch. The participating dog jumps off an elevated diving dock into a portable pool and the dog with the measurements for the longest and highest jumps is the winner. My own girl, Willow, a 2 year old Australian Shepherd, and I compete in the sport and will be rockin’ the dock at the Cohutta event. One of the many things I love about the sport is that anyone can enter. That means YOU! Have a dog who loves water? Then show up and enjoy the fun. Some of the best dock diving dogs in the country live in North Georgia so you’re certain to see some big jumps! Here’s a taste of some of last year’s fun http://tinyurl.com/ cohuttadockdiving If you’d rather take a slow stroll through nature, then you can enjoy hiking any number of trails in a nearby national forest. Pick a trail with a waterfall, a view, a meadow or a lake. You have easy access to the Chattahoochee National Forest, the 20
Above Left: Team Cold Nose College, Lisa Waggoner & Willow, who earned their National Junior Big Air Title at the 2013 Stone Mountain dock diving competition. Above Right: Willow makes a big splash at the 2013 Cohutta Country Challenge!
Cohutta Wilderness Area and the Nantahala National Forest, each with thousands of acres to explore. Where to stay? Access www.bringfido. com or www.gopetfriendly.com websites that provide easy access to pet friendly accommodations, hotels, vacation rentals, cabins, B&B’s, campgrounds, and beaches. Don’t forget to check with the local Chamber of Commerce in the town you’re visiting for pet-friendly options. Please do remember that where ever you go, check out the local dog policies. Other things to do: confirm your dogs’ vaccinations are up to date and have a copy with you; obtain a temporary I.D. tag where you can list your temporary address/phone; keep plenty of bottled water and a portable bowl handy, along with doggie waste bags, a towel, any medications, a brush and, of course a leash. And to insure that Fido is comfortable at night, also take his favorite bed so he’ll sleep as soundly as you do while away from home. Happy Traveling! AC
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Lisa Lyle Waggoner is a CPDT-KA, a Pat Miller Certified Trainer-Level 2, a dog*tec Professional Dog Walking Academy Instructor, a Peaceable Paws Canine Behavior & Training Academy Instructor and the founder of Cold Nose College in Murphy, NC. She enjoys providing behavior consulting and training solutions to clients in the tri-state area of NC, GA and TN, as well as offering educational opportunities for dog trainers and dog hobbyists throughout the U.S. Cold Nose College is a full-service dog training and education business with a 3,500-sq. ft., climate-controlled training and education facility in Murphy, NC. Our services include dog training, puppy manners & socialization, and a range of dog training classes. We also offer weekend workshops for all dog lovers, professional instructor education for dog trainers, and dog walking certification along with Pet First Aid and CPR certification. For more info contact: 828.644.9148 or visit www.coldnosecollege.com Photo Above Left: Morgan Baumgartner – Alair Photography www.alairphotography.com Photo Above Right: Bonita Ash– Ashford Studio www.ashfordstudio.com June/July 2014
SUMMER FUN EVENTS FOR YOU & YOUR BEST FRIEND June 7, 2014 Woofstock Sponsored by the Bristol Humane Society Woofstock is a day for dog lovers to show off their animal’s amazing abilities, view dogs demonstrating their talents, enjoy great food, and contribute to the cause of eliminating pet over-population. Woofstock will also present a unique opportunity to educate the public of the importance of spay and neuter in the reduction of pet and shelter over-population, and to encourage a humane attitude towards animals. Bristol, TN 276.591.5790 or www.mbmspayneuterclinic.org/news/events June 14, 2014 Mutt Strut 5K and 1 Mile Walk Registration for 5K and Walk starts at 7am and the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk starts at 8:15 am and the 5K starts at 8:45 am. Lakeview Academy 796 Lakeview Drive, Gainesville, GA 770-532-6617 julieedwards@HSNEGA.org June 14, 2014 Recreational Dog Sports Agility, Disc Dog and Nose Games, all modified so that anyone with a dog can have FUN! Rising Fawn, GA 423-595-3590 www.recreationaldogsports.com or
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June 14-15, 2014 Rocket Recall Workshop This 2-day workshop is designed to introduce a proven, step-by-step approach to teaching your dog a solid, reliable Rocket Recall (also known as the call to “come”). It’s one of the most important behaviors for any dog to know! 828-644-9148 www.coldnosecollege.com/education June 20 – 22, 2014 Cohutta Challenge Dock Diving Event Sponsored by Cohutta Country Store 83 Dunbarton Farm Road, Blue Ridge, GA 706-946-6366 or www.cohuttacountrystore.com Organized by: Dixie Dock Dogs www.dixiedockdogs.com June 20-22, 2014 Way Out West Fur Fest – Dock Diving Sponsored by Smoky Mountain Dock Dogs Held at Hardin Valley Animal Hospital, 10017 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN 865-539-6811 www.smokymountaindockdogs.com July 5, 2014 51st Annual Coon Dog Day Festival Saluda, NC A celebration for dogs and their people! Great food, live music, parade, crafts, street dance and more. Including a Coon Dog Day 5K. 828-749-2581 or www.saluda.com
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July 12, 2014 Recreational Dog Sports Agility, Disc Dog and Nose Games, all modified so that anyone with a dog can have FUN! Rising Fawn, GA 423-595-3590 www.recreationaldogsports.com July 25-27, 2014 Dixie Dock Dogs Stone Mountain Dock Diving Competition Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain, GA Contact: dddmembership@gmail.com www.dixiedockdogs.com August 23, 2014 Mutt Strut 5K and 1 Mile Walk 8:30 am to 12 noon Greenville, SC 864-242-3626 or annedaltonw@greenvillehumane.com August 9, 2014 Recreational Dog Sports Agility, Disc Dog and Nose Games, all modified so that anyone with a dog can have FUN! Rising Fawn, GA 423-595-3590 www.recreationaldogsports.com or September 20, 2014 Bark for Life The American Cancer Society Bark for Life is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. 10:00 am to TBD Heritage Park, 250 Williams Street, Canton, GA
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Summer offers something for everyone! Whether you’re relaxing with a glass of iced tea or kayaking with your best friends, we’re all welcome to enjoy summer in our own way. Here at ACE, we believe summers welcome us to join the great outdoors, improve our homes and spend quality time with family and friends. So take long weekends, camp under the stars, fish the day away and build that tree house you've been promising. After all, summers happen outside, and everyone should join the fun!
Make gardening a personal touch to yo family affair and add a with ACE’s wide ur front porch or backyard equipment and pla variety of gardening nts.
Add a new touch to your back yard and summer playtime. Heck, this wooden play set may even change summer sleepovers! Grab your sleeping bags and take the party outside!
We’ll bring the rockin’ chairs; you bring the ice tea and small talk.
Now that's a horse of a different color! Kid's can get outfitted from head to toe.
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Hand a kid a popgun gun and watch as they channel their imagination and transform the front yard in to the Wild West. .
When you teach a kid to fish, you’re actually teaching ‘em patience! Here at ACE, we believe every kid should learn both.
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Move every meal outside this summer, and create lasting memories with these simply sweet picnic tables.
These wooden birdhouses are sure to bring morning songs! Grab the craft paint and kiddos and add some final touches!
Relax it in your favorite bright colored plastic!
Take our advice, skip work, take a long weekend and spend the time relaxing while you fly fish.
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A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken. ~James Dent
Have you heard about the new porch swing workout? Burn up to 30 worries a day!
Don’t want your iced tea to water down in the Georgia heat? Make your ice cubes with the tea! These unique trays make it easy and fun!
With the help of and smell the ro ACE, you can step outside catches your fa ses, or any other flower that ncy.
Move over snow sleds! There’s a new form of childhood transportation in town, and it’s got wheels!
These stoneware containers are sure to add a touch of class to any iced tea or moonshine concoction!
Shop Smart, Buy Local. At Ace Hardware of Ellijay you’ll find everything from appliances, furniture, outdoor equipment and clothing to a fully stocked garden center. And don’t forget home improvement. Let our experts help you choose items to match your budget, needs, and style.
Leave the tablets and video games at home and step into the great outdoors. It’s sure to do the body, mind, soul and family some good.
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s! The April Showers have brought May flower and These boots are sure to make gardening easier more fun.
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Visualize
standing on top of the water on a cool, sunny
summer morning in a secluded mountain lake cove.
A
thin veil of mist hovers eye level above the clear water surface. and
The
the
only audible sounds are fluttering birds
movement
of
water
from
the
fluid
strokes
of your paddle and the bow wake of your stand up paddleboard.
After
but
different
are
produced
A
a mile of paddling, another faint
sound by
occurs.
the
chime
Closer of
yet,
an
the
sounds
unseen
source.
bit further, your leader takes you to a
Rhododendron
laced
bank
with all shades of green.
onto
Entering
a
forest
Laurel
and
trail
alive
a flat area on the
leaf padded forest floor your yoga instructor awaits you in a lotus pose as you take your place on a yoga mat.
Following
the enchanted yoga session, you paddle back
to the original launch site with newfound invigoration.
A
short drive back to town, you settle in for a relaxing
massage at
Body Water Soul,
bringing your dreamy day
to a close.
Namaste‌.
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Top Left: Chris Tilghman, SUP Blue Ridge Top Right: SUP on Lake Blue Ridge is for everyone Bottom Left: Experience the river up-close by paddleboard Bottom Middle: Meditation on the lake, Enough said Bottom Right: Stand Up Paddling with man's best friends
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The yoga studio provides a peaceful, enveloping atmosphere for total relaxation, focus and energy. Higher Ground Massage & Yoga, established in 2009, offers modalities that include Integrative, Neuromuscular, Myofascial and Pregnancy Massage– along with body treatments, hot stone massage, couples massage and Reike. Ann Smiley Kennedy, BA, MTGA – GA 6164, CYT welcomes new clients and visitors while catering to her loyal clientele. Look for details regarding yoga classes and individual instruction in meditation, breathing (PRANAYAMA) and yoga (ASANA). Higher Ground Massage & Yoga To Go offers cabin calls for individuals and groups as well! Enter the colorful store and find an array of paddleboards, paddlesandpaddlingaccessoriestogreetyou.Newandused
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This Page: Enjoy a tranquil sunset paddle each summer weekend Top Right: Start the day with our morning SUP yoga session Middle Right: Relaxing couples massage perfect any time of day Bottom Right: Group yoga classes for all ages and levels
equipment for sale, rentals and SUP supplies are available. Surf Blue Ridge began in June 2009 by Chris Tilghman, a native of North Myrtle Beach, SC when the sport was virtually unknown. With a BS at Clemson University in Ornamental and Turf Horticulture, he became part owner of a successful golf course constructed by him and his older brother until 1999 in which it was sold. This enabled Chris to pursue his passion for the ocean and surfing by moving to Kauai for the next five years. It was late winter 2004 when he observed the first stand up paddler at Hanalei Bay, Laird Hamilton. After a significant life change occurred and living in the Blue Ridge area for a few years, Chris envisioned the endless possibilities for stand up paddleboarding on the lakes and rivers of Blue Ridge. With a leap of faith, Surf Blue Ridge SUP was born. Pioneering SUP North of Atlanta, Surf Blue Ridge SUP is June/July 2014
the hub of North Georgia SUP sales, rentals, lessons, tours, and special events for individuals or groups. These include sunset and full moon sessions and SUP yoga on beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. For those more adventurous, a trip down the lower Toccoa River offers an easy introduction to river paddling. Mostly calm water with very small rapids, crystal clear water, animal life and a procession of wild flower blooms make for an exciting, enjoyable day. Yes, the water can be cold! An experienced guide, usually Chris, is with you at all times. Three options for touring Lake Blue Ridge are available. First, paddle up to the source of the lake, the Toccoa River. Picnic riverside on the boulders as white water rushes past you– no telling what wildlife and flowers may appear. Second, paddle to a lakeside spot and hike about one mile round trip as Chris introduces you to the many trees, native.
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Top Left: SUP fishing on Lake Blue Ridge Top Right: SUP on the lower Toccoa River Bottom Right: Whitewater SUP on Caretecay River Below: Owners of Body Water Soul, Chris Tilghman and Ann Smiley Kennedy
Third is the yoga paddle destination. All of these trips include a lesson for first time paddlers. Lessons are recommended for all first time paddlers. Proper technique is important for the full benefits of an allaroundworkoutandcorestrengthening. There are many options available dependingonyourgoals.Singlelessons designed for individuals, semi-private orgroupsareavailablebyappointment. For Surf Blue Ridge SUP schools, choose from two weekdays for two weeks or a weekend day for a month. Also, gaining popularity is SUP fishing and white water SUP. Fishing from a paddleboard offers free movement for casting and great sightlines to fish and cover. The stealth factor is another huge benefit. You can rent a board or have a guided trip for bass or trout with all equipment provided. The adrenaline from bouncing through a class 2 or 3 rapid is bringing many to our beautiful rivers for white water SUP. Helmets, knee/shin pads, and the right board make this a different exciting adventure. Lessons are absolutely needed to get into white water. As one of the pioneers in white water river SUP, Chris can teach you the safety and techniques to provide many thrill filled trips. Lastly, purchasing a board and paddle can be daunting and confusing. So many choices have flooded the market and sold so many places where little knowledge of product exists. Chris has spent five years culling through the products and has chosen the best for the money. Trust him to pair you with the board and paddle most suitable for your budget, size and
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intended use. Once again, he wants again to provide a lifestyle, not just a board and paddle. SUP yoga is popular worldwide and available at Body Water Soul with an experienced yoga instructor. Bring your own board or rent one. Join our Blue Ridge Yoga Facebook group to keep up with scheduled times. Sessions are typically held in the morning on a quiet still cove only minutes from town. First comments are “This has to be very difficult!� Quite the contrary! Come give it a try and feel what many describe as the purest form of yoga. Plan a weekend vacation with Body Water Soul retreats, featuring massage, yoga and SUP at a lakeside cabin for 6-8 people. All activities begin at your cabin. Surf Blue Ridge and Higher Ground Massage & Yoga want to introduce and perpetuate a lifestyle, not just an activity. Consider Body Water Soul as a source for life change, health and satisfaction for every BODY, shape, size and age! AC Body Water Soul 3586 East First Street, Suite 303, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 www.BodyWaterSoul.com Visit our websites for pricing and more information. www.SurfBlueRidge-SUP.com 706. 889. 8747 www.HigherGroundMassage.com 706. 455. 9760
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A SALUTE TO SUMMER
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Summer is the stuff of dreams. The days seem to last forever from early morning dew drops to the very last firefly of the evening. It's a slow, easy time made up of nostalgia, romance and wonder. The perfect time to celebrate family, nature, life and freedom.
Super Summer Limoncello Blueberry Cake If you want an exquisite cake perfect for adults, try this recipe for a very patriotic presentation. Ingredients 3 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2-1/2 cups fresh blueberries 1/2 cups fresh raspberries 1-1/2 cups butter, room temperature 1-1/2 cups sugar 3 eggs, room temperature 1/2 -3/4 cup Limoncello, divided 2 tablespoons lemon zest, divided 2-3 cups powdered sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 9x13 cake pan. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt with a wire whisk. Set aside. Set aside 18 of the best blueberries and 18 raspberries for decorating the top of the cake. Place the remainder of the blueberries in a small bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of dry ingredients. Toss gently and set aside. This is done so blueberries don't sink to bottom of cake.
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In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add 3-4 tablespoons Limoncello, Add the dry mixture and combine completely. Batter will be stiff. Add small amounts of Limoncello until batter is just pan spreadable. Fold in 1tablespoon zest and berries. Carefully add batter to prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool pan on rack and drench several times with Limoncello to taste. Glaze: With a wire whisk, stir together powdered sugar, 1/4 cup Limoncello and 1 tablespoon lemon zest. Drizzle over cake, and spread for even consistency. Decorate with berries. Cool completely before serving. Don't be surprised when there isn't a crumb left. Enjoy! Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Serves Approximately 35 www.aclivingmagazine.com
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Fabulous Red, White and Blue Potato Salad This low-cal alternative to traditional potato salad works well to show off the colors of the ingredients for the holiday. Super easy to make ahead and serve cool or serve warm right out of the oven. Salad Ingredients 6 purple potatoes, 6 red potatoes 10-12 Cherry tomatoes or Sliced Red Pepper 1/4 Chopped red onion or red scallions 1/4 Chopped green Scallions A generous grating of lemon peel 34
Dressing Ingredients 1/4 olive oil Squeeze half a lemon Salt and Pepper to taste Dash of Tabasco Preparation Heat the oven to 400 Slice the potatoes and toss lightly with olive oil Spread potatoes out on a foil covered baking pan and cook at 400 for 15-20 minutes 10 minutes before done – add the cherry tomatoes or red pepper just to have them roast a bit Let cool before handling
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Whisk the dressing in a small bowl and toss the potatoes with the dressing Sprinkle on red onion, scallions and lemon peel Toss the greens with the dressing just before setting out. Sprinkle the remaining ingredients on top for display and toss with the toppings when served. Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 6  
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Colorful Red, White and Blueberry Salad
For the Blue: 1/2 cup blueberries
Enjoy this super quick, cool and refreshing salad for a no hassle Fourth of July
For the White: •1/2 cup Small florets of Cauliflower, or crumbled goat or feta cheese 2 Tbsp. Chopped pecans if you have them
Salad Ingredients 8 oz. spring mix, baby lettuce or arugula, find a mix with some bluish leaves if you can For the Red: 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced 1/2 cup raspberries
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just before setting out. Sprinkle the remaining ingredients on top for display and toss with the toppings when served. Total Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4
Dressing Ingredients 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp. honey 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil Squirt of lemon Preparation Toss the greens with the dressing
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Celebrating 10 Years in north Georgia Former publisher Jodi Williams talks about her ten years tenure and the roots of Appalachian Country magazine. Alice Sexton: When did you start Appalachian Country magazine and what was it called? Jodi Williams: That’s an easy one– the first issue came out in 2004 and it was called Inside Gilmer. AS: What made you decide to start a magazine? JW: I remember standing in my parent’s kitchen holding my diploma from my master’s writing program thinking, “What am I going to do now?” I loved being a student and just wanted to cry. Instead, I decided I wanted to do something different with my degree. I loved that conversational style of writing and there weren’t magazines around this area, so I came up with a business plan, talked it over with my husband and headed out. There were so many people moving in, and the area was growing. I thought it would be fun to be able to meet the people and explore the area with them. AS: What was the biggest challenge is starting the magazine? JW: Rejection. Constant, unemotional rejection. The magazine was free, so it depended on advertising to be able to pay for the costs of production. You have to realize that I was 24 and had never sold anything before, especially not something I was invested in so personally. It was a growing experience to walk into local businesses and introduce myself. I’m sure my sales pitch was horrible at first so half of the time I was immediately dismissed. I even had one business take my information and throw it in the trash can in front of me. It took me a few months of sticking to it before I got used to making cold calls and learned how to approach people. It got easier to sell advertising over the years after the magazine had been out for a while and people were used to seeing it. On the plus side, I’m pretty good at handling rejection now. AS: When/why did you decide to change the name and why did you pick Appalachian Country magazine? JW: The publishing company was always named Appalachian Country because I knew from the beginning I wanted to expand into other counties and built the business with that goal in mind. I absolutely adore the Appalachian Mountains, the people and the culture. They are my home– they are me. In my mind, I wanted to do anything I could do to preserve the best the mountains had to offer. I got to do interviews with some fascinating people. One 36
man grew tiny bonsai trees in his backyard, another lady gave me permission to reprint her family’s story of being attacked and captured by Indians. I learned about jewelry, art, cooking and people—it was thrilling. AS: Over the years how did you grow the magazine– editorial-wise, advertising-wise and distribution-wise? JW: You already know this about me, but I should point out that I get bored easily. So, I didn’t want readers to get bored with the magazine. It began at 32 pages in just Gilmer County, but I constantly experimented over the first few years to find out what people liked. We distributed the magazine at welcome centers around the state lines. I would ship 20 boxes out one week, only to have them call the next week and ask for more. I had one lady at the Florida line tell me my magazine was the first thing to be picked up each time it came in. The recipes were time-consuming, but my favorite part because I experimented a lot and got to taste new foods. Trying new foods is still one of my favorite things to do. I use my food philosophy raising my own kids: “You don’t have to like it, but you do need to at least try it.” I figured it was the same with any of my magazine experiments. It may not work, but at least we tried it. AS: What changes in the area did you and the magazine respond to and how? JW: There were a lot of builders and real estate agents advertising when I first began. Then, as the construction business imploded, we got a lot of restaurants and local businesses. I think, at first, the builders and agents knew outof-town visitors would read it and pick it up, but later, local businesses realized that local people were reading it, too. The magazine was still able to grow throughout this time. I credit that to the wonderful people I worked with. All of them, from the salespeople to the designers and writers, were an integral part of what made the magazine run and grow so well. One of my writers, Elaine Jordan, actually had debilitating arthritis and could only hold a pencil in both hands for a few minutes at a time. She would scribble out her articles and her daughter or I would type them up. Elaine was an amazing writer with such in-depth knowledge and passion. She was worth every extra step to have her around. AS: Why sell? JW: I was working a full time job when I started the magazine as a side business. During the years of publishing Appalachian Country Magazine, I also gave birth to two boys. Plus, I was teaching part-time for Dalton State College. That,
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Gilmer County Chamber's future
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How to Save the Earth
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combined with my husband having his own business and needing someone to manage the finances became too much for me to handle. I felt like it was important for me to spend more time with my children and family while they were young. It was hard to give up something I loved doing so much, but I loved them more. I left my full-time job first, but then had to let something else go. I had dreams of going back to school and getting my Ph.D. so I could teach full-time at a college, but that hasn't happened yet for the same reasons of time and family. I would be a full-time student if I could. AS: How did you select a buyer? JW: Do you remember when my car wouldn’t crank in the Ingles parking lot in Blue Ridge? I had groceries and two tired little boys with me. I just happened to look around and saw you walk into the store. I knew— absolutely, positively knew for a fact— that you could help me. Out of all the women I have ever met, you were one that seemed prepared for anything. I had only met you a few times before that, too. It was the same characteristics about you that drew me to you as a buyer. I had a few people interested in the magazine, but no one that really seemed capable of managing it. You also had previous publishing experience and you were looking for a fresh start. I liked that you also saw the potential to grow the magazine and I saw potential in you. It made me excited that you could devote the time to growing the business that I just didn’t have. You also assured me you would keep my salespeople and quite simply, I liked you– and you carried jumper cables. AS: What are your future hopes for the magazine and the area in general? JW: First, we have such wonderful natural resources in this area. That's why it's a vacation spot to everyone who lives outside of it. I would love to see us use those natural resources more gently and prepare carefully so we can sustain them for future generations. Also, I always liked the fact that the magazine preserved the stories of the people that we focused on– their hopes and dreams. We learn from listening to other people and seeing what they do with their lives. Some are inspirations, some are charming tales. All are useful. Finally, our businesses are part of our charm. I read an article the other day about small businesses disappearing with 38
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the online retail sector increasing more daily. It worries me to see that happen because I love the connection we get when we walk into a store and get to know the owner. I'm normally a fan of new technology, but there's something we lose with each advancement and I hope that we can save some of that vital connection. I would love to see the magazine grow into something that can cover the entire Appalachian region. I didn't have the time to devote to it, but this area has a wonderful history of people that have made the magazine successful over the past ten years. I can't wait to see what happens next. Current publisher Alice Sexton talks about her years of publishing experience and future plans for the new Appalachian Country Living magazine. Jodi Williams: Where are you from originally and where else have you lived? Alice Sexton: I’m originally from the countryside in Maryland, about 30 miles north of Baltimore. When my Mom moved to Houston in the early 1990’s she bought a small cabin in Mineral Bluff on the Toccoa River. Our family has spent many vacations here in north Georgia since it’s just about mid-way between Houston and Baltimore. Most of my career was spent in Washington, DC, but I’ve also lived and worked in New York City where I was a young skateboard punk rocker, and just before moving here, Los Angeles, where I worked in the motorcycling industry. As Blue Ridge Media Group, which owns the magazine, I still maintain some of my motorcycle industry clients. JW: What experience have you had with magazines before and were you ever worried about taking on the magazine? AS: I have advanced degrees in Graphic Design and Communication/Marketing and have worked in print/ publishing for over 25years– mostly in Corporate Communications in Washington, DC where I managed several publications. So no, I was never worried about running a magazine, I was however, worried about not fitting in and gaining people’s trust to tell their stories, but I’ve found that once folks get to know me a little bit, we get along just fine.
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JW: What made you think about buying a magazine and how did you decide on Appalachian Country? AS: Well…divorce changes everything. My ex-husband bought me out of our motorcycle business– which meant I had no job. I’m certainly not wealthy enough not to work, and I knew I didn’t want to show up to an office every day, so I started looking at buying a business. I looked at everything from laundromats to wine stores and finally settled on what I knew best– design, communication and marketing. I narrowed it down to 3 markets where I either had friends or family and finally settled on Appalachian Country magazine for three main reasons: 1) The magazine was poised for expansion 2) I had enough savings to buy the magazine without a business loan and 3) I had a place to live– the cabin. Ok- I guess four reasons– I love this little part of the world, and the great motorcycling roads.
diverse economy we have. When our business and charities prosper the community as a whole benefits.
JW: You have some interesting hobbies including racing motorcycles. Tell us about that. AS: Yes, I do like adventure. I’ve been riding vintage Italian motorcycles for over 25 years. I was USA President of the Women’s International Motorcycle Association for 10 years, which encouraged me to ride in England, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, Japan, and this year Poland, next year Australia. I raced vintage bikes with AHRMA for a few years, but as one of my European friends always said, “I was in no danger of winning a race!” My other hobby is dog rescue, which you can see some of what I do and support here in the magazine.
JW: I have heard that you have a new website coming up, can you tell us about that? AS: Yes! We partnered with Black Bear Design in Atlanta and 16X16 Design Group in Los Angeles to develop our new site. With a print publication you’re limited to a certain page count, however with the web site we’ll be able to dig deeper into the culture of the area and showcase more of the awesomeness that happens up here in the mountains. Another new feature will be our interactive calendar that will have up-to-the-minute info on happenings from Woodstock to Hiawassee to help folks find events and all of the fun things to do here. Our hope is that the new site will also drive business to the area and help our local communities prosper. While always a work in progress– the new site is live at BODY www.aclivingmagazine.com W MAGAZIN
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JW: Have you faced any challenges in owning the magazine? What are your favorite parts about publishing it? AS: The biggest challenge– aside from filling your shoes, Jodi (and making a profit)– is the lack of technology and good Macintosh support in the area. Getting DSL to the cabin was challenging enough, so forget a T1 connection. And the DSL here is s l o w– it takes me 12 agonizing hours to upload the magazine to the printer. Getting reliable Mac service is another hurdle, there's no Apple Genius Bar here in the hills. On the flip side, one of my favorite things about owning this magazine– just like you– is meeting new people, telling their stories and learning about the history, art and people of this culture-rich area. I also think it’s important to support our local businesses and charities– let everyone know what a wonderful and
JW: What are your plans for the future of the magazine? AS: Yes– as you see with this issue we have updated the logo and added to the moniker– we are now Appalachian Country Living. As every good marketer knows, businesses should refresh their identity every 10 years, some even recommend a change every 5 years. Adding “living” to the name will more closely reflect the wealth of diversity we now see here in the lower Appalachians. We have expanded our distribution to Publix Grocery stores in northern Atlanta, and will move into Chattanooga market soon. We are also now one of the only publications distributed throughout the Amicalola Falls Lodge and Visitor's Centers.
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Time is drawing near to mark your calendars for the July 19th and 20th. The l6th annual Butternut Creek Festival will take place in Meeks Park in beautiful Union County, Blairsville, Georgia. Hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday. The High Country Artisans, Inc. have been hard at work to bring you a well rounded show. Over seventy five of the finest craftsmen and artists will be on tap. Bringing you yard art, stained glass, rustic birdhouses, terracotta
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garden art, gourds, rustic furniture, soy wax candles, stoneware pottery, cedar birdhouses, wire-wrapped jewelry, handturned woodcrafts, fiber art, purses and totes, musical instruments, photography, quilts– it goes on and on. An array of artists will be scattered through the park demonstrating their work. You can watch blacksmith Butch Dey of Norcross create another metal masterpiece. Mel McEwen of Cleveland will carve that special bear or raccoon you're looking for. Broom making, band saw puzzles, pottery turning, basket weaving and cornhusk doll making can get you started in a new hobby. The artists and food vendors line the shady shore of Butternut Creek. Stay a while and enjoy the soft strumming of the Blue Ridge Dulcimer players. Or stop at the Gazebo for foot stompin’hand clapping musical renditions by local musical groups throughout the weekend. New this year will be a story teller. Meeks Park also boasts many walking trails, and a playground for the youngest. Several non-profit organizations will be on hand. They will be selling their wares and raffle tickets and encouraging you to join them in promoting the community. There are no admission or parking fees. Even the shuttle service is free. You can find more information by contacting us at www.butternutcreekfestival.com; 706.781.1221, PO Box 422, Blairsville, GA 30512, butternutcreekfestival@gmail. com or like us on facebook @ Butternut Creek Art Festival. www.aclivingmagazine.com
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INSIDE ARTS 5/10- 6/15 A Celebration of ArtisansSAAG Member Show Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association. 10:00AM-6:00PM Enjoy unforgettable 2D and 3D creations from our very own Southern Appalachian Artist Guild members. For additional information: www. blueridgearts.net or call 706632-2144 5/24-7/12 The Art of Marilyn Williamson Artist in Residence. Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Assn. The Art Center, Blue Ridge. www. blueridgearts.net 5/24-25 38th Annual Spring Arts in the Park Festival Memorial Day Weekend in downtown Blue Ridge City Park. With over 185 fine arts, crafts, and food booths, the festival has something for everyone; activities for the children, along with special events for the big kids. Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm each day. For additional information contact Lisa Tyler 706-6322144. Or use email address: blueridgearts.programming@ gmail.com 5/31-6/1 7TH Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Festival Downtown Blairsville. Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm. The DDA is co-hosting the event with the Historical Society and will have this show on the newly improved pedestrian-friendly town square. 70-80 different artists expected and multiple food vendors. Call 706-994-4837 or visit www. downtownblairsville.com 6/7-8 The Ridges Landing Art & Crafts Show. Hiawassee, GA on the shores of Lake Chatuge at The Ridges Resort. This is a juried show and all artwork is handmade by the artist. Held the same weekend as the Antique Boat Show. Admission and parking are FREE. www. mountaintopga.com
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6/9, 10 & 12 Mosaic Workshop Ellijay, Gilmer Arts. 10:00am-3:00pm. This 3-day workshop is held on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Your artist and instructor is Theresia McInnis. Enroll now by calling Gilmer Arts at 706-635-5605 or on website: gilmerarts.org 6/13-15 Northeast Georgia Arts Tour. Helen, GA Friday 1-5pm & Saturday 105pm & Sunday 1-5pm. Meet over 100 local artists-painters, potters, jewelry makers, fiber, glass, metal artists and more demonstrating art in the making. Find miles of handmade gifts. Register to win great prizes-such as theater tickets, restaurant gift certificates, and an original oil painting at all tour stops. For more information visit http:// www.artstour.org
EVENTS Open Year-Round Hike Inn, Amicalola Falls Park & Lodge, Dawsonville. Everyone who makes the five-mile trek through the mountains to the Hike Inn in the Chattahoochee National Forest does so for a different reason. Some come to get away from their everyday lives. Some come to spend quality time with their family. Others come for the Appalachian Trail. But no matter the reason, the result is the same: Everyone leaves with a sense of belonging. Details: www.hike-inn.com 5/21- 26 American Traveling Tribute The American Veterans Traveling Tribute is a veteranowned project committed to travel the USA to honor, respect, and remember those who served, and pay specific tribute to those who gave all. AVTT's Traveling Wall is the largest Wall replica traveling the USA. Thurs - Sun 9 am6pm. Monday 9am-2pm Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds 1729 South Main Street Ellijay, Georgia 30540 Visit: www.ellijaywall.org
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5/23-26 Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at the North Georgia Petting Zoo & Farm, Cleveland, GA. Open 4 days, Friday thru Monday. 10:00am to 6:00pm. To honor our troops and their families; all active and retired military personnel will receive one FREE Petting Zoo admission or half off a Wildlife Walk (with valid ID during Memorial Day Weekend.) 706-348-7279 or website: www.myfavoritezoo. com 5/26 Memorial Day Parade. Downtown Blairsville salutes those who have served our country by enjoying a community Parade. 10:00am. www.unioncountyhistory.org Every Saturday Woodstock Farmers Market 8:30am to Noon at Market Street in Downtown Woodstock www. mainstreetwoodstock.org Woodstock Farmers Market Every Tuesday 4:30pm to 8pm Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta www.mainstreetwoodstock. org 5/31 Feed Fannin Cooking Demo, Mercier Orchards. Theresa will teach you new tricks when it comes to cooking with strawberries! All proceeds go to Feed Fannin. Entry is $5 or a non perishable food donation www.mercierorchards.com 5/31- 6/1 Woodstock Wing & Rock Fest May 31st Noon- 10pm, June 1st Noon to 6pm. Park at City Center in Downtown Woodstock www.wingandrockfest.com 6/1 Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. A great family adventure on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway starts at the historic depot in downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia. The train winds alongside the beautiful Toccoa River with one stop in the twin border towns of McCaysville and Copperhill, TN. Regular 4 hour trips (3 1/2 hour trips on Sundays) are 26 miles,
round trip in vintage climate controlled rail cars or open air rail cars. Check our website for scheduled trip times and special events, www.brscenic. com or call 877-413-TRAIN (8724) 6/1 – Every Saturday thru Summer Downtown Farmers Market, Blue Ridge City Park. 8:00am to 1:00 pm Across from Fannin County Courthouse. Locally grown produce and handmade crafts, baked goods, plants and more. 706-258-4552 Open All Year Woodstock Market & Show, Woodstock, GA Friday and Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. Fantastic Outdoor Market vintage items, arts & crafts, plants, food and much more. 770-924-0406 6/5- 7 41ST Annual Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race & Festival. Helen, GA. 7:00am Thursday; the South's oldest balloon event will begin with a mass ascension of 30 colorful hot air balloons. The balloons will fly around 7:30 am and 6:00 pm each day (weather permitting). For more information contact Race Headquarters at 706-8782271 to schedule a balloon flight. www.helenballoon.com 6/6 Friday Night Live “Dog Days of Summer” Downtown Woodstock www. whatsupwoodstock.com 6/7 Chili Cookoff Downtown McCaysville/ Copper Hill 11:30am to 2:00pm. Not just for restaurants, anyone can enter. Entry Fee is $10. Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please call 706851-4919 OR 706-964-6531 for event verification. 6/7/14 Family Fishing Festival Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery, Highway 60 to Forest Service Road 69 Fun for the whole family. 16 and under can fish free. Bring
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your poles and bait and the hatchery provides the fish in Rock Creek. Bring the kids out to learn about environmental conservation, trout fishing as a sport, USDA, US Fish & Wildlife and much more. Free lunch, prizes, exhibits, and scavenger hunt. 9 am until 12 pm; 706-838-4723 or visit web site: www.fws.gov/ chattahoocheeforest 6/7 Tapas on the Square, Downtown Ellijay. International festival of food with music and crafts is planned from Noon until 5 pm at Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 55 Church St., in Downtown Ellijay. Admission is free. In case of rain, date will be June 14th. For more information call 706636-2772 6/8-10/26 The Union County Farmers Market, Blairsville, GA. North Georgia’s largest and friendliest Farmers Market, Tuesdays: 3PM-7PM; Saturdays: 7AM-1PM. More than 65 vendors, locally grown product & native plants, delicious foods, canned and baked goods, handmade crafts by local artisans. For more information visit website: www.UCFarmersMarket.com 6/13 Twilight Hike Amicalola Falls, Dawsonville, GA. Join Amicalola Naturalists for a rare twilight hike to explore the beauty of the waterfall, the sounds of the mountain's nocturnal inhabitants, and the history of Amicalola and some of the local moonshine lore. $3 per person or $10 for family. $5 parking. 706-3441500. 6/13-14 1st Annual Appalachian Wine and Jazz Festival, GA Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee, GA. Two days of the finest wine, jazz, food and artists. Stroll along the lake, enjoying jazz music, tasting fine wine from GA, NC and TN. Purchase great food from local restaurants. For ticket information contact (706) 8964191 or email us at gamtfair@ windstream.net June/July 2014
6/14, 6/15 11th Annual Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games. Blairsville, GA. Will be held at Meeks Park. Saturday & Sunday, 9AM to 5 PM both days. The sounds of bagpipes, drums & sounds of Scotland come alive as the marching bands get the Highland Games underway. Call 706. 745. 5789 or visit www.blairsvillescottishfestival. org 6/14 Full-Moon Suspension Bridge HIke. Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Drive. 8:45 to 10:45pm. Enjoy a 1.5-mile hike that takes you down the stairs, across the suspension bridge and on the rim of the gorge under the full moon. Register in advance. Cost is $5 admission and $5 parking. Phone: 706-7547981 6/19 Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) Sunset Sessions. The always popular SUP sunset paddle sessions are available every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. Cost is $25 for board, paddle and pfd. Anyone with their own boards are welcome at no charge. Location for this year will be the Day Use area on Dry Branch Road off Aska Road. Hope to start by Memorial Day if temperatures allow. Call 706-889-8747 to reserve a spot. 6/20-22 Cohutta’s Blue Ridge Dock Diving Challenge Events include Outdoor Big Air, Extreme Vertical, Speed Retrieve Wave and Iron Dog competition. Dock diving is open to any dogs 6 months or older and any person 7 years of age and older. For pre-registration and event info contact dixiedockdogs.com.
6/20 & 27, 7/18 Extreme Planets. Rollins Planetarium, Young Harris, Fridays, 8:30PM. Over a decade ago we knew very little outside our own solar system. Fast-paced developments in astronomy have revealed hundreds of extrasolar planets. This show gives us an idea of what these planets might look like- up close and personal! Explore the idea of what “Earth-like” really means. Take a journey to worlds that stretch the imagination. www.yhc.com 6/21 A Rockin’ Good Time, Annual Benefit Gala, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association. All proceeds benefit The Arts Center in Blue Ridge. $45.00 Individual, $80.00 Couples. 7:00pm. Tickets on sale NOW! Purchase your tickets at The Art Center or online www. blueridgearts.net. 6/21 Craft Show Downtown McCaysville/ Copperhill. Local crafts with a Mountain flair. 8:00am to 4:00pm. Booths available, $10 each. Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please call 706-851-4919 OR 706-964-6531 for event verification. 6/21 Tri-State Model Railroaders Summer Open House, Saturday 9:00AM to 2:00PM Mineral Bluff Historic Depot 150 Railroad Avenue. Visit the beautifully restored Historic Mineral Bluff Depot and enjoy history, model railroading, refreshments and great conversation about this TriState Region's railroading history. Contact Tri-State Model Railroaders, 423-4965006 or visit web site.
6/22 Summer Sizzler 5K Run/ Walk of Meeks Park Blairsville, GA. Registration Opens at 7:00AM & Race starts at 8:00AM. All profits will be donated to local charities. Race is sponsored by the Northeast Georgia Board of Realtors For info visit: www.active.com. 6/27 & 7/25 3 Monkeys Antiques and Auction House 2380 East First Street, Blue Ridge, GA Monthly auctions at 6:30 p.m. (4th Saturday of every month). A great mix of items from furniture to depression glass; from cast iron to signed art plus lots of fun for all! 706632-6111 6/27-28 Garden Club of Ellijay's Standard Flower Show, Gilmer Arts and Heritage Building. There will be designs in five categories (large designs to miniature designs including a water design category), plus educational exhibits, and more than 200 horticultural submissions, including annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, vines, and houseplants. Event is judged by accredited flower show judges. Friday 2pm – 5pm; Saturday 10am – 2:pm For more details: www. gardenclubofellijay.org 7/3 Independence Celebration & Southern Nights Fireworks Display Downtown McCaysville/ Copperhill. Fireworks can be seen from almost all areas of town. Join us at 12:30pm for a Rubber Duck Race. Prefireworks activities start at 6:00pm.Stores & Restaurants will be open late, with live music and entertainment at several locations downtown.
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7/4 The Coolest Kid’s Ferst Playhouse! Enter to win the Kid’s Ferst Playhouse. $5.00 per ticket, drawing held on July 4th, you do not need to be present to win. All proceeds help to provide FREE BOOKS every month to children. Tickets available at the Gilmer County Chamber, North Georgia Diamond and other locations in and around Ellijay. For more information: 706-847-0869. 7/4 4th of July A Star Spangled Ellijay! Parade starting in the evening at 6:00 with "No Buffett Live Beach Party” in the Ellijay City Parking Lot and Fireworks! Parade and vendor apps available at Cartecay River Trading Company! 7/4 FreedomFest 4th of July parade and fireworks7:30amdusk. Parade in Downtown Woodstock, Fireworks at Target Shopping Center on Hwy 92 www. whatsupwoodstock.com 7/4- 5 Miner's Homecoming Weekend Walking Parade. Pancake Breakfast, Bean Soup Dinner, Fireworks on Saturday, July 5th 2014, Main Street, Ducktown, TN For info call 423-496-3546 7/5 Celebrate Independence Day at Lake Blue Ridge Marina with music, barbeque, and special events beginning at 3 p.m. at the Marina. Awesome fireworks display at dusk. For more information, call 706-632-2618 or visit www.lakeblueridgemarina. com
7/18-26 Georgia Mountain Fair, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee. This is an award winning fair. Arts and crafts, regional food. Pioneer Village with living exhibits, country, bluegrass and gospel music by nationally known performers. There will be a parade with antique cars, clowns and more. Be sure not to miss the carnival rides. For times and special events check: www. blueridgemountains.com or call 706-896-4191 7/19 Craft Show Downtown McCaysville/ Copperhill. Local crafts with a Mountain flair. 8:00am to 4:00pm. Booths available, $10 each. Events are subject to change or cancellation. Please call 706-851-4919 OR 706-964-6531 for event verification. 7/19-20 16th Annual Butternut Creek Festival, Blairsville Meeks Park, 10am - 5pm on both days. This juried event showcases 65 - 70 quality artists & craftsmen. Everything from basketry, fine art, fabric art, & decorative painting, to glass, jewelry, metal working, photography, pottery, & woodturning. Presented by High Country Artisans. 706-439-6074 , www. butternutcreekfestival.com 7/25-26 Green Bean Festival, Blairsville. Celebrate the green bean and “green” living the last weekend in July with pageants, a square dance, tractor show, quilting exhibit,. storytellers, crafts, “living green” demonstrations, farmer’s market, and “Green Ribbon” recipe contest. On Friday night Downtown Blairsville’s
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historical district will host the GBF Square Dance , the Green Bean 5K Race, Bike Ride, Beauty Pageant, Pizza Eating contests, and Block Party on Saturday. If you have questions or need additional information, please email info@greenbeanfestival.com 7/25 Summer Starry Night Rollins Planetarium, Young Harris College. Learn how to identify the planets and stars currently visible in the night sky, take a guided tour of the summer constellations and hear some of their fascinating stories. 8:30pm. Information: www.yhc.edu
KIDS STUFF All Summer The Lily Pad Village offers fun for entire family. Aska Adventure area. Built around ½ acre fishing pond. Also gem mining and miniature golf and guided hiking tours. Open Monday thru Saturday 10-5PM and Sunday 11-5PM. Fun packages available. Also make an appointment for guided hike with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. 706534-1317 or check website www.lillypadvillage.com 6/2-4, 7/7-9, & 8/4-6 Horse Camp for Kids Brasstown Valley Resort, Young Harris, GA. Ages 6-15, 3-day horse camp held in June, July & August on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday’s from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Contact The Stables @ Brasstown Valley Resort to verify that dates are available; space is limited and early registration is strongly recommended. Forms and other information can be found on website: www. brasstownvalley.com or by calling 706-379-4606 6/3 thru 7/25 Summer Reading Program Fannin County Public Library Kids Events Kickoff. Storytime every Tuesday at 11:00AM and 1:00PM. Todd Key Flying Debris show Monday 6/16 at 2:00PM. Events will be held at the library if not otherwise noted. Please call for more info! 706-632-5263
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6/9-13 VanGoghs Summer of Art Camp for Kids Jasper,GA Myths and Legend of the Sea will be the theme and it promises to be something the kids will talk about all week. For details email: Vangoghshideaway@gmail. com 6/10 Mommy & Me at the Zoo and Craft Days North Georgia Petting Zoo, Cleveland, GA Summer fun and adventure for children of all ages at the Zoo! Tuesday 10:00am2:00pm. Not just for Moms! Grandparents, Dads, guardians and friends are welcome too! Visit website for details: www. northgeorgiazoo.com 6/12 Teen Events: Tye Dye Shirts with Tina Rice on Thursday, 2:00PM. Soapmaking class, date to be determined. Call Fannin County Public Library for any change in dates. 706-632-5263 6/13, 6/27, 7/11, 7/25 Flicks in the Sticks Blue Ridge. Family movie nights in the park. Movies start at 9:00PM in the city park across from the library near the pavilion. Movies will include Frozen, The Lego Movie and others. Fannin County Public Library. Please call for more information: 706-632-5263. 6/14 - 15 RockFest An indoor/outdoor weekend event. Gem and fossil dealers from all over the country will bring their treasures. Little ones can play a round of rock bingo, and join in the other various children’s activities scheduled throughout each day. Free for members and included with regular admission for non-members. Tellus Science Museum I-75 Exit 293, Cartersville, GA 770-606-5700 www.tellus museum.org 6/16-20; 6/23-27; 7/7-11; 7/14-18 Camp Imagine! Cherokee Arts Center. Canton,GA. Come signup for Art, Drama, Photography and so much more for children from ages 5 to 17. Two week sessions per week. Visit our web site for times and important registration details: info@ cherokeearts.org, or call 770-704-6244
6/16-20 Camp Try-it! Jasper, GA Campers get to 'try-it' for many different art forms including violin, cello, acting, guitar, drums, vocal, art, piano and more during a fun filled camp week. Ages 5-8, 9:00am-10:30am, Ages 9-17, 9:30am-12:00pm. Register before June 1st and receive $10 off tuition!!! To register online: CAPAAJasper@gmail.com 6/16-6/20 & 6/23-6/27 Teen Drawing Academy. Two 5-Day Workshops with John Horne. ExperimentExplore-Create Mon thru Fri, 10:00AM.3:30PM. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited! Cherokee Arts Center, Canton, GA Mary Akers, 770-704-6244, info@cherokeearts.org 6/24-7/18 Summer Youth Camp Sign up your kids for a creative summer during our Summer Youth Camp Program. Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association. For details: www. blueridgearts.net 706-632-2144 7/24 Teen Finale Party and Prize Drawing Fannin County Public Library, Blue Ridge. Thursday at 5:30PM. Will be in the library. For details call: 706-632-5263 8/9 Night at the Museum! Meet some of science’s most popular characters – both fiction and non-fiction. Actors portraying the likes of Albert Einstein and Sir Isaac Newton, as well as Katniss Everdeen and Indiana Jones will teach visitors about the importance of science. The Tellus Madd Scientists will be performing wacky and wild experiments to delight guests of all ages. Tellus Science Museum I-75 Exit 293, Cartersville, GA 770-606-5700 www.tellus museum.org
MUSIC 6/6, 6/8, & 7/4 New Music Venue 45LIVE McCaysville, GA Hours: 7-11PM, Thursday night will feature Open Mic and Karaoke; Friday a live band, and Saturday will have a DJ and dancing. Free dance lessons are also offered for anyone wanting to learn how
to dance. Styles include East Coast Swing, Rumba, Waltz and Country 2-Step. For information on scheduled events: www.45liveinc.com 6/5 Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Downtown Blue Ridge. Thursday, 6-9PM, presenting Matt Rogers, Country 706632-6611 6/5 – 9/30 Pickin in the Park, McCaysville, GA. Horseshoe Bend Park every Thursday thru September. 6:00pm to Dark. Great for the whole family….. bring a blanket or just sit in the grass and listen to some good local pickin’. 706-632-7696, email: jodehanson@TDS.net 6/6-7 Live Music is Better, Roxie Watson Band, Blue Ridge Community Theater. Roxie Watson is a five-piece string band from Decatur and Atlanta, GA, who play "alternagrass" music– three and fourpart harmonies with elements of Appalachian music, hymns, & bluegrass. www. blueridgecommunitytheater. com 6/7 Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Downtown Blue Ridge. Saturday, 6-9PM, presenting Adam Kadmon, Indie/NeoSoul. 706-632-6611 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28,7/12 Live Music Cartecay Vineyards, Ellijay, GA Saturdays 1:30-5:30PM. Chimney Patio (if bad weather Nealey Barn.). $13.00 includes Live Music, 5 Tastings and Cartecay Vineyards’ Logo Wine Glass. Call or visit website for musician lineup: www. cartecayvineyard.com 6/7-6/28, & 7/5-7/26 Live Music The Vine Wine Bar & Bistro Downtown Blue Ridge. on Saturday nights 6:30-9:30pm. For Wine Tasting information 706946-VINE (8463) or www. thevineofblueridge.com 6/14 Woodstock Summer Concert Series. Molly Ringwald’s Tribute Band. Downtown Woodstock. 7:30pm, FREE – No tickets required. Call for information and future scheduled events: 770-924-0406
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6/14 Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Downtown Blue Ridge, Saturday, 6-9PM, presenting Sharon Burford, Acoustic, 706632-6611 6/19-21 Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Downtown Blue Ridge, Thursday, 6-9PM, presenting Paul Constantine, Country/Soul Friday Steve Baskin, Singer/ Songwriter/Rock Americana; Saturday Justin Bridges, Singer Songwriter/Rock/Folk 706-632-6611 6/26-28 Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Downtown Blue Ridge, Thursday, 6-9PM, presenting Jacob Autry, Americana/Singer Songwriter/Indie; Friday, Don Wier, Country/Rock/Alternative and Saturday, Wade Sapp, Country/Indie 706-632-6611 7/12 Woodstock Concert Series The Jets with opening act to be Endless Energy Band in beautiful downtown Woodstock. , 7:30PM at the City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Rd. FREE concert. Check website for information: www. woodstockconcertseries.com 8/9 Woodstock Concert Series The Kentucky Headhunters performing with opening act Steven Phillips and Midnight Express in beautiful downtown Woodstock. , 7:30PM at the City Center, 101 Arnold Mil Rd. FREE concert. Check website for information: www. woodstockconcertseries.com
THEATER 5/15-6/1 Cactus Flower play by Abe Burrows Blue Ridge Community Theater. . Rated PG. A philandering dentist’s effort to keep his many affairs at bay. Showtimes; Thursday - Saturday @ 7:30 p.m. Sunday's @ 2 p.m. Purchase tickets online, blueridgecommunitytheater. com or call the box office 706632-9223 6/9-23 Sunny D Children’s Theater Drama and Musical Camp. Teens & Kids. Don’t miss this great opportunity for fun and learning. And don’t miss the show on June 20th thru the 23rd Blue Ridge Community Theater. Call 706-632-9223 for information.
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AC LIVING CALENDAR 6/6-8, 6/13-15, 6/20-21 Play On by Tater Patch Players, Jasper, GA is a comedy about the production, rehearsals and problems associated within the typical community theater milieu. An enjoyable show is in the offing for all of the fans of The Tater Patch Players! Check out their beautiful new theater! Contact: taterpatchplayers@gmail.com or call 706-253-2800. 6/20, 21, 22 World Tales by Steven Schutzman. Pumphouse Players at the historic Legion Theater in Cartersville present tales about generosity and greed that also give a glance into Swedish, Japanese, and Nicaraguan folklore. Call the box office at (770) 387-2610. Tickets may be purchased through website at www. pumphouseplayers.com. 6/21,22 & 27 Disney’s Peter Pan Jr. Historic Holly Children’s Theater in Dahlonega. A
modern day version of this classic tale of a boy who wouldn’t grow up. A delightful play children of all ages will enjoy. Friday & Saturday shows at 7:00pm and Sunday Matinee at 2:00pm. For information call 706-8643759 or visit: www.hollytheater.com 7/10-27 Always a Bridesmaid by Jamie Wooten. Blue Ridge Community Theater. Rated PG, Four friends have sworn at their Senior Prom to be in each other’s weddings… no matter what! Showtimes; Thursday - Saturday @ 7:30 p.m. Sunday's @ 2 p.m. Purchase tickets online or call the box office 706-632-9223, website blueridgecommunitytheater. com
WINE & DINE 5/25-Fall Serenberry Vineyards, Morganton, GA Hours: Thursdays - Saturdays, 11 AM - 6 PM & Sundays, 1 - 5 PM. You are invited to visit our grapevines, each with its own personality and experience the simple and serene pleasures that the North Georgia Mountains have waiting for you only a few country miles outside Blue Ridge, For more information call 706-623-8463 or www. serenberryvineyards.com 6/2 thru Fall Montaluce Vineyards, Dahlonega Come and taste Montaluce’s Chardonnay, Viognier, Sangiovese Rose’, Cabernet and Merlot at the Montaluce Tasting Room now open daily from Noon to 5:00pm. For info: 706-867-4060 or events@ montaluce.com
6/7 Cartecay Vineyards, Ellijay, GA. Open 7 days a week through summer for tastings. Live music Saturdays 1:30 pm on the Chimney Patio (if bad weather Nealey Barn). $13.00 includes Live Music, 5 Tastings and Cartecay Vineyards’ Logo Wine Glass. 5704 Clear Creek Rd. Ellijay GA 30536. 706-698-9463 www.cartecayvineyard.com 6/7 –12/31 Crane Creek Vineyards. Tasting Room June through December, Tuesday-Saturday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm & Sunday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. www.cranecreekvineyards. com 6/7-6/28, & 7/5-7/26 The Vine Wine Bar & Bistro Downtown Blue Ridge. Live Music on Saturday night 6:30-9:30pm. Also check our website for Wine Tasting information: 706-946-VINE (8463)
6/14 Hightower Creek Vineyards Wine Dinner featuring The Chophouse of Hiawassee & Chef James, 6:30pm-9:00pm on the Hightower Creek Vineyard Deck. Will include a 5 five course dinner. Each course will be paired with a Hightower Creek wine at different stations in the vineyard. Seating limited to 50 people. 7150 Canaan Drive Hiawassee, GA 30546. Contact 706-896-8963 or www. hightowercreekvineyards.
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