LIVING ON MAIN STREET A VISITOR’S GUIDE TO MAIN STREET TOCCOA
REGIONAL FAVORITES WALKING GUIDE EVENTS CALENDAR DOWNTOWN HISTORY BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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MAIN STREET TOCCOA’S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE TOCCOA’S QUALITY OF LIFE BY STRENGTHENING DOWNTOWN’S ROLE AS THE COMMUNITY’S HEART.
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CONTENTS WELCOME 5
MAIN STREET TOCCOA
SIGHTS OF STEPHENS COUNTY
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LOCAL & REGIONAL FAVORITES
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92 N. Alexander Street Toccoa, GA 30577
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: THE STAR THEATRE
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877.6.TOCCOA
WALKING GUIDE 16
www.mainstreettoccoa.com
GETTING DOWNTOWN 17
www.ritztheatretoccoa.com
MAIN STREET EVENTS
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YOUR DAY DOWNTOWN
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DOWNTOWN EXPANSIONS
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THE DOWNTOWN ART SCENE
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THE HISTORIC RITZ THEATRE
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DID YOU KNOW? 26 REMAKING THE PAST: CAMP TOCCOA
Main Street Toccoa Youtube Channel
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WAYFINDING SIGNAGE 28 WHAT’S HAPPENING AT PING’S?
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Photography: Angela Ramage Additional Photos: Sharon Crenshaw & Christian Hamilton
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 30 BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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WELCOME
WELCOME TO THE BEAUTIFUL CITY OF TOCCOA. ORIGINALLY CALLED “TOCCOAH” (THE CHEROKEE WORD FOR BEAUTIFUL), THE CITY RESTS IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE SCENIC APPALACHIAN MOUNTAINS IN NORTHEAST GEORGIA. The heart of the city lies in its historic downtown district. Downtown Toccoa is almost like stepping into the past. The storefronts are known for their award-winning revitalization and restoration projects, and the downtown district itself is listed on both the Georgia and National Registers of Historic Places.
The Historic Ritz Theatre at the Schaefer Center, also listed on the Georgia and National Registers, offers theatre, music, and film, all underneath the vibrancy of neon lights. Downtown Toccoa is home to restaurants, boutiques, arts stores, specialty stops, and much more. You can also find a historic walking tour and geocaches for the urban adventurer.
Downtown Toccoa features local restaurants, like the famous Shirley’s Sole Food, as well as wonderfully quaint places to stay, like the Simmons-Bond Inn Bed & Breakfast.
VISIT HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA. THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
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WELCOME
WELCOME TO TOCCOA DDA Chair, Mr. Clint Sanders
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) leads Main Street Toccoa in implementation of goals set forth by the Toccoa City Commission and in an understanding of the needs of downtown. Made up of seven downtown business and property owners, the DDA has a vested interest in the economic and social well-being of Downtown Toccoa. As the chair of the DDA, I have witnessed Downtown Toccoa’s nonstop rise in entertainment, as well as diversity in shopping. It’s rare to see a small city such as Toccoa with entertainment venues like the Currahee Military Museum, the Historic Ritz Theatre, and the Historic Courthouse all within walking distance of each other. And there’s more than that here in Downtown Toccoa. We have tax and attorney services, elegant salons, wonderful food, books, apparel, and much more. During the Summer, Downtown Toccoa opens its award-winning historic Doyle Street Pool to the public to keep cool and enjoy the weather. Toccoa is a town rich in history, culture, and charm; there’s no better indicator of Toccoa’s beauty than in its historic downtown district. I sincerely hope you enjoy your visit to Downtown Toccoa.
MAIN STREET WELCOME
Community Development Director, Connie Tabor Toccoa’s Main Street program began in 1990 to facilitate the revitalization of downtown Toccoa and improve Toccoa’s quality of life. In 2016, we are continuing our mission to improve Toccoa’s quality of life by strengthening Downtown Toccoa as the heart and soul of our beautiful city. Main Street Toccoa works with community volunteer boards, headed by the DDA, to stimulate long-term investment in the downtown district through business recruitment and retention, all within the context of historic preservation. Main Street Toccoa and the DDA are continuing 2016 downtown development goals:
• Finish renovation and promote the Schaefer Center for var• •
ious kinds of entertainment. Recruit new businesses for downtown & promote existing businesses. Continue beautification projects.
STAFF: Connie Tabor, Keith Kozicki, Christian Hamilton, Vicky King, Sharon Crosby
Goal tasks and accomplishments are being realized. The Schaefer Center has just installed its beautiful historic Ritz marquee, and downtown is in a constant state of promotion and beautification, such as the addition of eight wayfinding signs that have just been installed. Thank you for your support of Downtown Toccoa.
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LOCAL & REGIONAL FAVORITES
1. CAMP TOCCOA AT CURRAHEE This historic site may best be known as the location and training facility for the famous group of soldiers depicted in HBO’s Band of Brothers. Camp Toccoa is in a state of revitalization and focuses upon historic accuracy and restoration to tell the stories of the brave men who trained there. Camp Toccoa at Currahee is also home to Toccoa’s most famous hiking and rock climbing site, Currahee Mountain, which rises to an elevation of 1,740 feet. Currahee, meaning “stands alone,” is located at the beginning of the Appalachian Mountains.
2. CURRAHEE MILITARY MUSEUM The museum, located in Downtown Toccoa, features a large and extraordinary collection of memorabilia from the more than 18,000 young men who trained as paratroopers at Camp Toccoa. These men, all members of the 506th, 501st, 511th, and 517th Paratrooper Infantry Regiments, endured heavy combat during WWII, fighting from France to Germany in defense of American liberty and lives.
3. HISTORIC STEPHENS CO. COURTHOUSE Constructed in 1907, the Stephens County Courthouse was built as the official seat of government for the relatively new Stephens County. While a new government building currently serves as the location for governance, the historic courthouse, faithfully renovated in 2009, still holds certain county offices. The old courtroom on the second floor is worth the visit, and may be reminiscent of historic courtrooms seen throughout the early to mid-1900s.
4. HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA The City of Toccoa was charted in 1874 as a railroad town. Today, it remains one of only three stops on the Southern Crescent Amtrak line in Georgia. Downtown Toccoa also features antique, boutique, and specialty shops. It is anchored by the Historic Ritz Theatre at the Schaefer Center and the Doyle Street Pool. Additionally, city and county government buildings are located downtown.
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LOCAL & REGIONAL FAVORITES
5. TOCCOA FALLS
6. PAUL ANDERSON PARK
This beautiful waterfall rests on the quaint 1,100-acre wooded campus of Toccoa Falls College. At 186 feet high, Toccoa Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. In fact, it is taller than Niagara Falls. The falls are available for public viewing from 8:30 am to sundown for a nominal fee.
Celebrating the legacy of Paul Edward Anderson (1932-1994), an Olympic gold medalist weightlifter, this beautiful park is a tribute to Anderson’s life. Paul Anderson is also known for back-lifting 6,270 pounds, the greatest weight ever lifted by a human being. As a devout Christian, Paul and his wife, Glenda, later founded the Paul Anderson Youth Home in Vidalia, Georgia.
7. TUGALOO BEND HERITAGE SITE An 87-acre site located on the Tugaloo River, the Tugaloo Bend Heritage Site is home to Estatoe, a Cherokee village, and subsequently, the site of a 19th and 20th century operating farm. Today, there is a pavilion, public restrooms, a picnic area, and walking trails (including a handicap accessible trail). Part of the walking trail is located next to the Tugalo River. The Tugaloo Bend Heritage Site is open on the weekends for general admission, as well as during the week by appointment. There is no charge for admission.
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LOCAL & REGIONAL FAVORITES
8. GEORGIA BAPTIST CONFERENCE CENTER This beautiful conference center is an affordable place for Christians and non-profit organizations to host retreats, day meetings, and banquets. The conference center rests on 850 acres of woods, surrounded by a beautiful lake. The Georgia Baptist Conference Center contains 240 guest rooms, a 1000-seat auditorium, a 300-seat chapel, 42 meeting rooms, a coffee and snack shop, as well as a lake-view dining room. For entertainment, it offers fishing, a 150’ water slide, lake swimming, hiking, canoeing, tennis, and basketball. Call the conference center for availability or touring.
9. TRAVELER’S REST HISTORIC SITE In the early 19th century, Traveler’s Rest served as a stage coach inn and plantation house located at the crossroads of King’s Highway and the end of the Unicoi Turnpike, which led across the mountains to the west. Today, Traveler’s Rest is open to the public, where visitors can tour the inn, see original furnishings and artifacts, and participate in activities. The grounds are open daily, and the inn itself is open on Saturdays and Sundays.
10. CURRAHEE CLUB ON LAKE HARTWELL A SOUTHERN LIVING INSPIRED COMMUNITY The Currahee Club has been recognized as the 2015 Best Golf Club in Georgia, Top 4 in USA by the NGCOA, 2015 #40 Top 100 Best Residential Golf Courses in America by Golf Week Magazine, and the 2015 Best Georgia Community of the Year Bliss Award by Real Estate Scorecard. Ideal-LIVING Magazine selected Currahee Club in 2016 as “Best of the Best” for Best Lake Communities, Best Nature Trails and Best Culinary Events. Currahee Club is a 1,200-acre gated community with a 48,000 square foot clubhouse, a 5-acre Sports Campus, fitness center, swimming pool, tennis courts, restaurant, Lake Park, and hiking trail. Of course, the anchor of the Currahee Club is its challenging 18-hole, Jim Fazio-designed golf course.
11. HISTORIC HOMES OF MARTIN Ten miles south of Toccoa on Highway 17, historic Martin features many beautiful and quaint homes (private residences), like the YowDean House, the old Martin Institute, the Walters-Alexander House, and the Stovall House. Take a scenic drive to Martin to view these historic properties.
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12. TOCCOA RACEWAY The fastest 1,650 feet of dirt in Georgia and a staple in Toccoa, the Toccoa Raceway is a high-banked oval dirt track that also has the honor of being the oldest operating track in Georgia. The Toccoa Raceway offers races every Saturday night from March through September. It is family fun for all ages. The Toccoa Raceway is located off of Big A Road across from the Stephens County Memorial Gardens. Find out more info at www.toccoaraceway.com.
13. ROSE LANE SPORTS COMPLEX The Rose Lane Sports Complex sits on 88 acres and heads the Stephens County Recreation Department. The complex consists of soccer, softball, football, and other athletic fields, concession stands and public restrooms, tennis and basketball courts, gymnasiums, walking trails, a disc golf course, a children’s playground, an indoor heated therapeutic swimming pool, the SCentral Bark Dog Park, extensive facilities for seniors, and much more.
14. CURRAHEE VINEYARD Currahee Vineyard is locally owned and operated and rests at the base of Currahee Mountain. Its most recent wine, the Black Diamond, brought home a Gold medal at the 2015 Georgia Trustees Wine Challenge. Every Sunday, it operates a tasting room, which offers glasses of wine, wine slushies, wine tastings, and live music.
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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: THE STAR THEATRE
TRAVEL BACK IN TIME Stepping inside the beautifully restored Star Theatre, one would expect that it’s always looked the way it currently does: high, pressed tin ceilings, an early 1900s Empire-style observation window above the stage, rich hardwood floors, and of course, a classic exterior ticket booth with a 240-degree view. It hasn’t always looked this way though, and certainly not recently.
“IT WAS DEFINITELY A LOT OF WORK. I’M PROUD OF IT.” SAYS LOCAL BUILDING OWNER, DESIGNER, AND CONTRACTOR, CHRIS IRVIN. Working on every aspect from design to construction, Irvin calls the Star Theatre a “labor of love,” with “the future of Downtown Toccoa in mind.” Built between 1913 and 1917, or perhaps even sooner, Irvin explains that the floors were once sloped toward the stage (where the movie screen was).
In the early days of silent pictures, there would have been a pianist playing along to the movie, and later, a record player as technology improved. In the early 1990s, the Star served as both a dry cleaner and barber shop. “It was in pretty bad condition when I acquired it,” explains Irvin. But one would never be able to tell. Irvin has several ideas for the Star Theatre’s future business use. He would love to see it as a brick oven dinner joint, or an event center. He plans to install a big screen, just like in its early days. Irvin finishes his tour of the Star by calling its renovation a “zealous pursuit in the promotion of progress in the community.” If the future of Downtown Toccoa is handled as carefully, faithfully, and anticipatively as Irvin’s vision, shown by his dedication to the history of his building, then there is certainly nothing to worry about.
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WALKING GUIDE
VISITOR WALKING GUIDE WWW.MAINSTREETTOCCOA.COM • (877) 6-TOCCOA
TOCCOA FALLS
HENDERSON FALLS PARK
PAUL ANDERSON PARK
HISTORIC COURTHOUSE CITY HALL
PRUITT PARK
CURRAHEE MOUNTAIN
STEPHENS CO. FARMERS MARKET BUILDING COUNTRY HEARTH INN VFW POST 4346 RESTAURANT
TOCCOA STEPHENS CO. LIBRARY US POST OFFICE
WHISTLESTOP ANTIQUE MARKET MOUNTAIN COVE POTTERY VICTORIA’S SWEET TREATS X-FACTOR GRILL STAR STYLES
SIMMONS-BOND INN BED & BREAKFAST
RITZ THEATRE AT THE SCHAEFER CENTER STEPHENS CO. HISTORICAL SOCIETY CURRAHEE MILITARY MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP TOCCOA-STEPHENS CO. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TOCCOA AMTRAK STATION & WELCOME CENTER
DOWNTOWN FLOWERS
DETAILS SALON 73 TOCCOA RECORD STAR THEATRE URBAN BARN EVENT CENTER DOMINO’S PIZZA
IONOSPHERE TRAVEL MASTER’S TOUCH ARTWORKS SPA & SALON ANASTASIA PUBLIC RESTROOMS
CK MORGAN & COMPANY SHIRLEY’S SOLE FOOD CAFE TROUP’S STUDIO & GOLD CROWN HALLMARK
THREADS SPORTS THREADS BOUTIQUE
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DOWNTOWN SCRUBS SHEAR DESIGNS GINGER & COMPANY [ASH-LING] BOOKSELLERS BJ’S RESTAURANT JUST RIGHT CATERING THE STUDIO ALL THINGS CURRAHEE THE CHATTEL SHOP DEPARTMENT OF DRIVER SERVICES THE REBEL CAFE FERAL JUST SEW PRETTY PHYLLIS’ HAIRWORKS GAIL’S INFINITY HAIR SALON FISH N’ FOLIAGE
GETTING DOWNTOWN
GETTING DOWNTOWN AMTRAK AND VISITOR’S CENTER While Stephens County is certainly accessible via the Amtrak Line and the R.G. LeTourneau Airfield, a new road has opened Toccoa up to much of Northeast Georgia. The New Highway 17 expansion allows for ease of travel from much of Stephens and Habersham Counties. The road, known as the “Currahee Parkway,” connects Toccoa to Lavonia, Gainesville, and even Atlanta. The City of Toccoa worked with the Georgia Department of Transportation to build this road. Widening began in 2013, and final costs are expected to total approximately $80 million. The new Georgia Highway 17 will help to serve as an alternate, and far more scenic, corridor across Northeast Georgia, and down to Atlanta. This road expansion serves as just another means of making beautiful Toccoa more accessible from multiple areas of Georgia.
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MAIN STREET EVENTS
YOUR GUIDE TO MAIN STREET EVENTS WITH OVER THIRTY-FIVE ANNUAL EVENTS, FROM DANCING OR EATING, TO ARTS OR HISTORY, MAIN STREET TOCCOA HAS AN EVENT YOU WILL ENJOY. IN THE SPRING...
You’ll find multiple activities, ranging from concerts at the Ritz, to downtown art shows. Toccoa Train Day takes place in May and celebrates the history of rail travel in Northeast Georgia. Main Street’s new event, Toast of Toccoa, also occurs during the Spring, where we invite everyone out to celebrate the arts and arts community with live music, artwork, food, and beer and wine.
IN THE SUMMER...
The Stephens County Farmers Market opens on Tuesdays and Saturdays to serve your favorite locally-grown produce and homemade crafts. Of course, Main Street Toccoa packs out Doyle Street every Saturday night in June and July for the annual Ida Cox Music Festival, featuring great local and regional music. There are activities for the family, too, as every Thursday in June and July features Summer Movies at the Schaefer Center. This event takes place in our historic Ritz Theatre at the Schaefer Center, and includes movies of all genres for an affordable price.
IN THE FALL...
The changing of leaves also evokes the 40th Annual Harvest Festival. Over 200 venders will come to Downtown Toccoa to celebrate homemade and handcrafted foods and products. But, of course, that’s not all. Early October means Currahee Military Weekend. Celebrating the valiant soldiers of Camp Toccoa and all of Stephens County servicemen and women, Currahee Military Weekend is packed with events, including a BBQ, banquet, dance, 5k/10K walk/run, and much more.
IN THE WINTER...
We light up Downtown Toccoa and put on the ice skates. Christmas in Toccoa features a vibrant and beautiful downtown, carriage rides, a parade, the December Movie Series, which includes special and family-friendly movies, and, of course, an ice skating rink set up right in the heart of Downtown Toccoa.
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MAIN STREET EVENTS
CALENDAR OF MAIN STREET TOCCOA EVENTS 2016
2017
TOCCOA HARVEST FESTIVAL OCTOBER 29 - 30 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
MAIN STREET AWARDS JANUARY 26 THE RITZ THEATRE
SUMMER MOVIES AT THE SCHAEFER CENTER EVERY THU. NIGHT JUNE – JULY @ 7:00 PM THE RITZ THEATRE
COSTUME PARADE OCTOBER 31 @ 10:00 AM HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
MILKSHAKE MAYFIELD JAZZ CONCERT FEBRUARY 2 @ 7:00 PM THE RITZ THEATRE
IDA COX MUSIC FESTIVAL EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT @ 7 PM – 10 PM HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
THE PIATIGORSKY FOUNDATION CONCERT RODRIGO GARCIARROYO, TENOR NOVEMBER 8 @ 7:00 PM THE RITZ THEATRE
ARBOR DAY FEBRUARY 17 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
CURRAHEE MILITARY WEEKEND OCTOBER 6 - OCTOBER 8 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
MEET THE ARTIST SHOW FEBRUARY 24 - 25 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
TOCCOA HARVEST FESTIVAL OCT. 28 - 29 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
CHRISTMASFEST & LIGHTING OF THE TREE DECEMBER 2 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
LIGHTWIRE THEATER MARCH 3 @ 10AM & 7PM MARCH 4 @ 7PM THE RITZ THEATRE
COSTUME PARADE OCTOBER 31 @ 10:00 AM HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
CHRISTMAS PARADE DECEMBER 3 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
TOAST OF TOCCOA MAY 6 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
DOWNTOWN ICE SKATING DECEMBER HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
CHRISTMASFEST & LIGHTING OF THE TREE DECEMBER 1 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA DOWNTOWN ICE SKATING DECEMBER HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
CURRAHEE ARTIST GUILD SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW MAY 6 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
CHRISTMAS PARADE DECEMBER 2 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA
NATIONAL TRAIN DAY MAY 13 HISTORIC DEPOT STEPHENS COUNTY FARMERS MARKET SECOND SAT. OF EACH MONTH (MAY - OCT) @ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM STEPHENS COUNTY MARKET BUILDING GET FULL EVENT DETAILS ON MAIN STREET’S WEBSITE
GET FULL RITZ PROGRAMMING ON THE RITZ WEBSITE
GET MORE INFO ON THE NORTHEAST GEORGIA COMMUNITY CONCERTS
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YOUR DAY DOWNTOWN
YOUR DAY DOWNTOWN It is well-known that Currahee Mountain is visible throughout much of Stephens County. This iconic sight is one of the greatest waypoints to Downtown Toccoa. Travel by car, airplane, or even rail to visit your favorite retail locations and eateries downtown. The Amtrak Crescent visits Downtown Toccoa twice daily, and multiple highways connect Toccoa to Northeast Georgia all the way to Atlanta.
Surprise the people you love with unique and fresh bouquets at Downtown Flowers or Fish N Foliage. Shop for specialty items at Downtown Scrubs or Just Sew Pretty. And that’s not all. Spend hours rummaging through the Whistlestop Antique Market, the Chattel Shop, or All Things Currahee. The art community thrives downtown, so stop by Master’s Touch Artworks or The Studio for a beautiful painting.
DOWNTOWN’S HISTORIC DOYLE STREET IS LINED WITH BOUTIQUE SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, AND SERVICE LOCATIONS.
Once you’re finished shopping, be sure to visit the Currahee Military Museum. The museum, located at the historic train depot, contains interactive exhibits and memorabilia from various wars, including Toccoa’s famous WWII unit, the Band of Brothers.
Begin your trip downtown at BJ’s Family Restaurant for their famously decadent breakfast platters. Of course, other dining choices include the X-Factor Grill & Cornerstone Restaurant, known for their wonderful specials like their fish tacos or their classic lunch plates, or take a trip back in time and enjoy the lunch counter of the Rebel Café, serving up specialty fusion cuisine in a nostalgic ‘50s atmosphere. Toccoa’s famous Shirley’s Sole Food Café, featured on Food Network, is a must see. To finish your meal off, Victoria’s Sweet Treats is the place to go. Of course, dining isn’t your only option for things to do downtown. For personalized gifts, Troup’s Studio and CK Morgan & Company are a great option. Explore downtown’s trendy fashion items with Feral or Threads Boutique.
THE WALKING TOUR LEADS YOU THROUGH HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND PEOPLE SHOWCASED BY MAIN STREET TOCCOA’S HISTORIC PLAQUES. End your day with one of downtown’s renowned salons, like Spa & Salon Anastasia. Then extend your stay in Downtown Toccoa at the historic Simmons-Bond Inn Bed & Breakfast or the Country Hearth Inn. Find out everything there is to do at the Welcome Center, also located at the historic train depot. Don’t forget to sign the guestbook and enjoy historic Downtown Toccoa!
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DOWNTOWN EXPANSIONS
EXPANDING DOWNTOWN DOWNTOWN TOCCOA HAS SEEN AN INFLUX OF EXPANSIONS IN THE PAST YEAR, AS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND CULTURAL REVITALIZATION REMAIN THE FOCUS. Investment in Downtown Toccoa is showcased by the business expansions of Ionosphere, downtown’s premiere travel agency, into the coveted corner storefront and former Bank of Toccoa. All Things Currahee has moved into a larger location, showcasing Stephens County residents’ support for local handcrafted and custom-made merchandise, and Threads has expand-
ed with Threads Boutique, a trendy and fashionable boutique store that also sells great products from YETI, Big Green Egg, and other providers. Physical expansions aren’t just the norm, though. Feral has expanded its online presence. Now, its clothing items can be purchased from a thoroughly modern online storefront, allowing for ease of purchase and accessibility. Downtown Toccoa is in a constant state of improvement and expansion. Support your local businesses and shop downtown today!
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THE DOWNTOWN ART SCENE
THE DOWNTOWN ART SCENE
IF DOWNTOWN IS THE HEART OF THE BEAUTIFUL CITY OF TOCCOA, THEN ITS SOUL IS ITS VIBRANT ART COMMUNITY. Local, handcrafted pottery, furniture, paintings, honeys and sauces, clothing items, and much more are available right in Downtown Toccoa. The Chattel Shop, run by Ms. Stephanie West, is a unique arm of her real estate business that features storefront consignment for her clients, antique home items, and spotlights local artists. The Chattel Shop sells all distinctive items, from antique plates, to strong cabinets or classical furniture, to individual books, ornaments, and personal items. The Chattel Shop may be found at www.thechattelshop.com, and is a wonderful addition to Toccoa’s artistic community. Of course, there are other artisanal staples in Downtown Toccoa. One of these is Mountain Cove Pottery, which sells local sandblasted and handcrafted pottery, ranging from their unique Bacon Cookers to rustic mugs and bowls. You can find Mountain Cove Pottery products inside the Whistle Stop Antique Mall. All Things Currahee, a store celebrating the artistry and craftsmanship of Toccoa and Stephens County, represents the efforts of Stephens County citizens in establishing a store celebrating the area’s deep heritage and culture.
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THE DOWNTOWN ART SCENE
While The Chattel Shop and All Things Currahee sell crafts and handmade goods, a more nuanced appreciation of artistry can be found in Downtown Toccoa’s Master’s Touch Artworks and The Studio.
THE SUBLIME ARTISANSHIP SEEN IN DOWNTOWN TOCCOA IS ONE OF THE HISTORIC DISTRICT’S MOST WONDERFUL ATTRACTIONS.
Master’s Touch Artworks supports local artists by giving them a place to display and sell their work in a public atmosphere.
Stop at any of the locations, all conveniently located on Doyle Street, for both rustic and refined versions of local and handcrafted artistry. Toccoa’s art community is based on an agricultural capacity. While Doyle Street houses Downtown Toccoa’s multiple galleries and specialty shops, the Stephens County Farmers Market in Downtown Toccoa meets weekly during the Summer months and provides an assortment of handcrafted goods, homemade soaps and seasoned products, and of course, fresh produce.
Art forms include acrylic and oil paintings, watercolors, silversmithing, wood turning, jewelry, and more. To see their gallery, visit www.masterstouchartworks.com. The Studio, located in the oldest building in Downtown Toccoa, is an art gallery that also features art lessons for the interested aficionado. The Studio also sells paintings and is home to the Currahee Artists Guild, which features quarterly art shows and demonstrations.
Downtown Toccoa offers multiple avenues for artists to showcase their goods and services. Come downtown and experience Toccoa’s vibrant artistry today!
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THE HISTORIC RITZ THEATRE
THE RITZ THEATRE MARQUEE Imagine, if you will, that you’re standing in a long line outside of a theatre. Perhaps 300 people are wrapped around the building. Of course, you’re standing under an extruding neon-lit marquee that says “RITZ”, so the summer heat isn’t entirely unbearable. Occasionally, small glass bulbs twinkle around the marquee, casting a faint light when the clouds manage to cover the light of the sun. You look up and see that the marquee says in simple font “ONCE UPON A HORSE” and “LAST BLITZKRIEG,” two popular films from the late 1950’s. You smell the rich, buttery popcorn wafting from the open theatre door and anticipate the cooler air inside.
But it’s not the late 1950’s. It’s actually August of 2016, though the marquee and excited chatter would seem to indicate otherwise. The large crowd isn’t waiting to see the advertised films. In fact, those films aren’t being shown at all. And the message board on that marquee isn’t a simple letter board. It’s actually a state-of-the-art electronic message board.
THE COMMUNITY HAS GATHERED, NOT FOR A MOVIE, BUT FOR THE RE-INSTALLATION OF THE “RITZ” MARQUEE ON THE HISTORIC RITZ THEATRE IN DOWNTOWN TOCCOA.
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AND WHAT A SIGHT TO BEHOLD.
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LIVING ON MAIN STREET / THE HISTORIC RITZ THEATRE
In 2015, the City of Toccoa secured funding from the famous Fox Theatre Institute in Atlanta for a recreation of the historic marquee. This marquee would be a faithful construction of the original, down to the placement of the neon and bulb lighting. Of course, in keeping with the times, the City opted to install a state-of-the-art electronic message board as opposed to a typical letter board. The marquee was constructed, and the City of Toccoa chose to host an event, “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” on August 25, 2016. Hollywood is back in small-town Toccoa. Every single day, residents of the city and surrounding areas see the marquee in the heart of downtown. It is anticipated that economic revitaliza-
tion will boom in Downtown Toccoa. Foot traffic will increase. And doesn’t any good story have a happy ending? Imagine that, as you look up at that marquee, right here in 2016, you’re transported back to the 1950’s. Would anything really seem that different? After all, the Ritz is back in town. We thought one of the best ways to celebrate the installation of the marquee was to recreate the famous Ritz Theatre photograph from circa 1959. So, at “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” we redid it. Take a look at the pictures on these pages. We hope you’ll be proud of the careful and devoted historic renovation that has occurred at the Ritz Theatre at the Schaefer Center.
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DID YOU KNOW?
DID YOU KNOW? Speaking of our wonderful Ritz Theatre, did you know that, since 2012, the City of Toccoa has received grants from multiple state, federal, and private institutions, such as:
• The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Historic Preservation Division
• The Georgia Department of Economic Development • The United States Department of Agriculture • The Fox Theatre Institute, and • The Appalachian Regional Commission Without the support of these organizations, the restoration of the Ritz would be merely a dream. In addition, local organizations have sponsored the Ritz with their support, programming, and dedication to its preservation. Most recently, Main Street Toccoa installed free Wi-Fi at the Ritz Theatre at the Schaefer Center. Enjoy the internet before your anticipated show!
A FEW MORE THINGS: • Thus far in 2016, there have been 76 bookings at the
Schaefer Center, with a total community attendance of 12,441 people. This is already more than 2015’s 62 bookings, with 7,945 attendees.
• The annual Ida Cox Music Series draws enthusiastic
crowds to Doyle Street in the Summer months of June and July. Attendees enjoy a closed off street, live music, food and drinks, and downtown shopping. Plan on attending for Ida Cox 2017, and don’t forget to bring a lawn chair!
• Main Street Toccoa recently implemented an official
Main Street Toccoa phone application. You’ll find all of the Main Street businesses, events, and activities on the application, so download it on the Apple Store or through Google Play today.
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REMAKING THE PAST: CAMP TOCCOA
CAMP TOCCOA AT CURRAHEE
“It had been pretty much abandoned,” Camp Toccoa at Currahee President, Gary Bellamy, describes Camp Toccoa in 2012 when the restoration project began. “It has gone through a lot, but we’ve just finished our facility here.” Bellamy is referring to the “PX” (standing for “Post Exchange”), an original building of Camp Toccoa which once housed supplies and other elements necessary to the camp. Bellamy describes the project, now in 2016, as being at a point “where it’s even more fun” because of the “steam” it’s taken on. According to Bellamy, 99% of the materials for the new pavilion being built have been donated.
AFTER THE PAVILION IS COMPLETED, CAMP TOCCOA AT CURRAHEE PLANS TO BUILD FOUR BARRACKS USING THE ORIGINAL OUTSIDE PANELS FROM THE WWII-ERA BUILDINGS LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY. They are also fundraising for a C-47 plane to serve as a set piece for the site. “The barracks are as far out as we have gotten,” says Bellamy, “but we have a lot of ideas we are throwing around.” He’s right about the excitement that Camp Toccoa at Currahee is eliciting. Bellamy explains that Stephen Ambrose Tours (originated by the author of Band of Brothers)
brought a group through recently, and that people from across the world come to pay respect, from Seattle to Holland to Germany as late as the last month. Patrick Hall, construction coordinator for Camp Toccoa, explains that they have seen visitors from “80 different countries, all states in the U.S., and all U.S. territories.” It certainly does seem like the word is spreading. Currahee comes from the Cherokee word for stands alone. However, the soldiers who trained at Camp Toccoa back in the 1940s used as their motto, “We stand alone… together.” And uniting the community together to revitalize Camp Toccoa at Currahee is certainly the goal of the project. With the support of everyone from local residents, military historians, interested parties, those with wistful memories of Camp Toccoa, or those seeing it for the first time, it can thrive as a remembrance of lives and friends lost and victory achieved in the defense of American liberty. “It’s worth it. Totally worth it,” says Hall. Bellamy explains that the project is funded through donations, monetarily or through material supply. Donations can be made at www.camptoccoaatcurrahee.com
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WAYFINDING SIGNAGE
WAYFINDING SIGNAGE Summer 2016 saw Main Street Toccoa’s implementation of Downtown Toccoa wayfinding signage, partially sponsored through a grant from the Georgia Department of Economic Development. There are eight beautiful downtown signs located at various egresses and thoroughfares within reasonable accessibility to Downtown Toccoa. Each sign is meticulously crafted with a light stone base, a firm support structure, and a handcrafted sign highlighting various attractions, and of course, the way to Downtown. It is believed that these wayfinding signs will allow for greater economic activity in Toccoa’s historic downtown district. Additionally, they provide an attractive element in Toccoa’s continuing downtown streetscape project.
NEXT TIME YOU SEE ONE OF THOSE SIGNS, FOLLOW IT DOWNTOWN! You’ll find everything from boutique retail to delectable cuisine. Main Street Toccoa plans to implement additional attractive wayfinding signage in the future.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT PING’S?
PING’S GRILL If you haven’t heard the buzz, Toccoa’s newest grill is here, and it’s all the craze. Ping’s Grill, located at the Links at Lake Toccoa off of Falls Road, is the perfect place for your afternoon or evening meal. Featuring everything from Ping’s Burger, the best burger in town, to filling and delicious salads, to its famous homemade house chips, Ping’s Grill serves your favorite food at a great cost. Plus, the view at Ping’s is outstanding.
FEATURING A LAKESIDE TERRACE WITH COMFORTABLE OUTDOOR SEATING, PING’S IS THE ONLY RESTAURANT IN THE CITY OF TOCCOA WITH SUCH A VIEW. Additionally, Ping’s offers bar seating for those wanting a cold beverage, as well as a large screen projector for those wanting to watch the ball game while they eat. After eating, why not head over to the Pro Shop, located inside the building housing Ping’s Grill? Then play a round of 9-holes at Toccoa’s beautiful Links at Lake Toccoa. Whether eating before or after your tee-off or bringing the entire family down for a meal, Ping’s Grill is open to the public, so enjoy your next meal. And maybe you’ll see its namesake, the famous Ping the dog, when you visit! For more information, call Ping’s Grill at 706.898.6117. Enjoy your meal today!
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
TOCCOA CITY COMMISSION The Toccoa City Commission was created and established in 1931 to govern the City of Toccoa. The following duly-elected representatives currently serve on the Commission. Left to Right: Commissioner David Austin, Vice-Mayor Jeanette Jamieson, Mayor Evan Hellenga, Commissioner Terry Carter, Commissioner Gail Fry
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY The Downtown Development Authority, responsible for the Main Street program, focuses on downtown organization, economic development, design, promotions, and recruitment. Left to Right: Chair Clint Sanders, Mr. Joe Sewell, Vice-Chair Letha Phillips, Mrs. Pam Keener, Mrs. Michele Whiten, Mr. Clay Fisher, Mr. Bryan Westmoreland Not Pictured: Toccoa City Commission Liaison Terry Carter, Mr. Keith Kozicki
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
TOCCOA PLANNING COMMISSION The TPC proactively evaluates and recommends changes to zoning ordinances and zoning maps as appropriate, as well as the overall planning processes utilized by the City of Toccoa. Left to Right: Ms. Billie Thompson, Mrs. Angie Garland, Mrs. Suzy Bellamy, ViceChair Don Pruitt, Chair Kinloch Dunlap
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The HPC reviews certificates of appropriateness applications for renovations to the exterior of buildings in the historic district. Left to Right: Mr. Patrick Hall, Mrs. Diana Ramsay, Vice-Chair Lamar Davis, Chair Thurston Estes, Mr. Victor Cuvo
ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING COMMITTEE The Economic Restructuring Committee is responsible for recruiting and retaining businesses in downtown. Left to Right (back row): Chair Tommy Moon, Mr. Bryan Westmoreland, Mr. Keith Kozicki Left to Right (front row): Mrs. Tori Bauder, Mrs. Marilyn Hall, Mrs. Michele Whiten Not pictured: Mrs. Patti Joiner, Mrs. Rebekah Gailer, Mrs. Sharon Mahon, Mr. Christian Hamilton
PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE The Promotions Committee works with the Main Street Toccoa Events Coordinator in the planning of thirty-five annual downtown events. Left to Right (back row): Mrs. Sharon Crosby, Mr. Patrick Hall, Mrs. Cavonna Holcomb, Mrs. Faith Newey, Mr. Johnny Gailer, Mr. Bob Troup Left to Right (front row): Mrs. Marilyn Hall, Mrs. Rucia Adams Not pictured: Mrs. Lynn Cox, Mrs. Elaine Dillashaw, Mr. Brian Ellis, Mr. Phil Hobbs
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
TOCCOA POLICE DEPARTMENT
TOCCOA FIRE DEPARTMENT
THANK YOU TO TOCCOA’S PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL FOR YOUR HARD WORK IN SERVING THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF TOCCOA.
ART, ANTIQUES, & CULTURAL ENTERTAINMENT/SUPPLIES All Things Curahee 46 Doyle Street 706.705.4448 Currahee Military Museum 160 N. Alexander St. 706.282.5055 Historic Ritz Theatre at the Schaefer Center 139 W. Doyle St. 706.886.8451 Master’s Touch Artworks 36 Doyle St. 706.297.0077 Mountain Cove Pottery 23 Doyle St. 706.282.1386 Stephens County Historical Society 160 N. Alexander St. 706.282.5055 The Chattel Shop 56 Doyle St. 706.391.0890 The Studio & Frame Shop 61 E. Doyle St. 706.886.6138 Troup’s Studio & Gold Crown Hallmark 26 E. Doyle St. 706.886.2369 Urban Barn Event Center 11 Sage St. 678.314.0807 Whistle Stop Antique Market 142 N. Sage St. 706.282.1386
AUTOMOTIVE SALES, SERVICE, & SUPPLIES Browning’s Driver Impovement School 148 E. Currahee St. 706.865.7128 Bulldog Auto Parts/R&T 120 E. Currahee St. 706.886.6848 Powell Brothers BP Station 145 E. Currahee St. 706.886.4331 Sinclair Classic Car Wash 301 W. Currahee St. 706.654.8176 Stan’s Service Center 74 W. Currahee St. 706.886.4227 Tabor Motors 34 S. Pond St. 706.886.3161 Toccoa Tire & Recapping 229 W. Currahee St. 706.886.3111 Toccoa Auto Brokers 11 S. Sage St. 706.886.9636 Watson Tire Service 266 S. Alexander St. 706.886.6062
CARDS, GIFTS, BOOKS, ACCESSORIES, ELECTRONICS, & FLOWERS Advanced Electronics & Video 13 W. Currahee St. 706.886.3430 All Things Curahee 46 Doyle Street 706.705.4448 [ash-ling] Booksellers 47 Doyle St. 706.886.2665 Austin’s Pawn Shop & Variety 77 W. Currahee St. 706.886.4085 Cami Originals 53 Foreacre St. 706.491.5549 CK Morgan & Co. 102 E. Tugalo St. 706.297.7310 Curahee Treasures 423 W. Curahee St. 706.898.6115 Downtown Flowers 67 E. Tugalo St. 706.491.7200 Fish & Foliage Florists 79 S. Park Ln. 706.886.6869 Just Sew Pretty 80 Doyle St. 706.599.0214 Master’s Touch Artworks 36 Doyle St. 706.297.0077 Northeast Georgia Family Pawn Shop 59 W. Curahee St. 770.654.4422 The Chattel Shop 56 Doyle St. 706.391.0890 Threads Boutique 96 N. Sage St. 706.886.2814 Tinker Bell’s Flea Market 578 W. Curahee St. 706.282.0106 Troup’s Studio & Gold Crown Hallmark 26 E. Doyle St. 706.886.2369
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY CHURCHES & ORGANIZATIONS First Baptist Church* 475 E. Tugalo St. 706.886.6822 First Presbyterian Church 105 E. Tugalo St. 706.886.3680 First United Methodist Church* 333 E. Tugalo St. 706.886.9446 Masonic Hall, Lodge No. 309 315 N. Broad St. St. Matthias Episcopal Church* 995 E. Tugalo St. 706.886.4413 VFW, Post 4346 270 Savannah St. 706.886.2283
CLOTHING, CLEANING, & SHOE SERVICES Downtown Scrubs 46 Rice-Lewis-Gillard Drive 706.801.9150 Feral 68 Doyle St. 706.827.0013 Just Jazzy Trends 41 Doyle St. Just Sew Pretty 80 Doyle St. 706.599.0214 Threads Boutique 96 N. Sage St. 706.886.2814 Threads Sports 96 N. Sage St. 706.886.2814 Troup’s Studio & Gold Crown Hallmark 26 E. Doyle St. 706.886.2369 Wally’s Custom Dry Cleaning 22 N. Sage St. 706.886.3866
CONVENIENCE & FOOD STORES
American Eagle Food Mart Quick Stop & Shop Stephens Co. Farmers Market Building
30 S. Broad St. 156 W. Currahee St. 326 N. Broad St.
706.886.0170 706.886.2136 706.779.5501
DOCTORS, MEDICAL, & ASSOCIATED SERVICES Addington Enterprises, Inc. 352 N. Broad St. 706.886.8403 All American Hearing Aids 215 N. Broad St. 706.886.5675 Cathy Tench M PSYD PC 217 N. Broad St., Ste. 2 706.886.1101 Convalescent Home Equipment 89 Falls Rd. 706.886.8474 Downtown Scrubs 46 Rice-Lewis-Gillard Drive 706.801.9150 Family Eye Care, Royal, Kay, CD 58 E. Doyle St. 706.886.5214 Flexx Sport & Rehab 69 Doyle St., Suite 102 706.886.3486 General Surgery, Herndon, MD; Birdsong, MD 218 Falls Rd. 706.297.7877 Herman, D.F., MD 109 W. Savannah St. 706.282.0779 Lawrence Health & Wellness 334 N. Broad St. 706.886.8800 McDonald, Harry, MD 201 Falls Rd. 706.886.8476 Our Kids Pediatrics/ Reese, Angela, MD 154 W. Tugalo St. 706.886.1309 PruittHealth 211 E. Doyle St. 706.886.8493 PruittHealth Toccoa 633 Falls Rd. 706.886.8491 PruittHealth Pharmacy 377 N. Pond St. 706.886.7787 Raybon OB-GYN 79 Doyle St. 706.282.7676 Sander’s Drugs 61 Falls Rd. 706.297.0111 TNT Transportation 63 W. Curahee St. 706.297.0183 Toccoa Counseling Center 141 W. Savannah St., #104 706.886.1335 Toccoa Eye Care, Kenneth Schneider, OD 72 Falls Rd. 706.886.2120 Varnadore, J. Greg, MD 231 Falls Rd. 706.886.7555
FINANCIAL, ACCOUNTING, & BUSINESS SERVICES
1st Franklin Financial (Exec./Investment) 135 E. Tugalo St. 706.886.7571 1st Franklin Financial (Loan Office) 191 E. Tugalo St. 706.886.2153 1st Franklin Financial (Marketing) 49 E. Tugalo St. 706.886.7571 Beavers & Company, LLC. 252 W. Savannah St. 706.886.8299 Dennis F. Bellamy, CPA 322 N. Broad St. 706.886.7522 Chamber of Commerce 160 N. Alexander St. 706.886.2132 Covington Credit Corporation of Georgia 74 Doyle St. 706.886.0433 Edward D. Jones & Co. 29 Wall Street Way 706.886.0411 First Citizens Bank 122 N. Alexander St. 706.886.9421 Harris Communications 21 S. Park Lane 706.886.4321 Jack Green, CPA 37 W. Doyle St. 706.886.7143
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY Jamieson Income Tax Service 238 W. Savannah St. 706.886.6889 Johnson & Fields, LLC 161 E. Doyle St. 706.886.3173 Max T. Brock, CPA, PC 43 W. Doyle St., #101 706.297.7997 Oconee Federal 12 E. Doyle St. 706.886.2112 Phillips Group 125 E. Doyle St. 706.886.9922 Regions Bank 168 E. Doyle St. 706.886.8481 Russell’s Tax Service 114 N. Sage St. 706.886.2829 Stephens County Development Authority 31 W. Doyle St. 706.886.4242 Stephens-Franklin Teachers Federal Credit Union 108 E. Currahee St. 706.886.7145 Talent Force 32 N. Sage St. 706.282.0978 The Wright Credit Union 286 N. Broad St. 706.886.2908
FITNESS, HEALTH, & BEAUTY SHOPS Spa & Salon Anastasia 42 Doyle St. 706.827.0047 The Clipper Barber Shop 170 N. Pond St. 706.201.1194 Details Salon 73 73 W. Doyle St. 706.886.9437 Gail’s Infinity Hair Salon 56 Doyle St. 706.886.4373 Golden Touch Salon & Barbershop 61 W. Curahee St. 706.491.0845 Ginger & Company 45 Doyle St. 706.886.0150 Phyllis’ Hairworks 56 Doyle St. 706.886.7496 Rhythm Academy 147 N. Alexander St. 706.282.1931 Ron’s Crowning Touch 62 Falls Rd. 706.886.4342 Shear Designs 40 Rice-Lewis-Gillard Way 706.282.6626 Star Styles by Keka 42 Rice-Lewis-Gillard Way 706.391.1839
FOOD & BEVERAGE [ash-ling] Booksellers 47 Doyle St. 706.886.2665 BJ’s Family Restaurant 51 Doyle St. 706.886.0970 Domino’s Pizza 19 W. Currahee St. 706.886.0481 Just Right Catering 55 Doyle St. 706.886.8204 Shirley’s Sole Food 124 W. Currahee St. 706.297.7739 Southside Package Store 194 E. Currahee St. 706.886.4904 Stephens County Farmers Market Building 326 N. Broad St. 706.779.5501 The Rebel Cafe 66 Doyle St. 706.599.6275 VFW Post 4346 Restaurant 270 Savannah St. 706.886.2283 Victoria’s Sweet Treats 25 Doyle St. 706.716.1296 X-Factor Grill & Cornerstone Restaurant 27 Doyle St. 706.282.7771
GOVERNMENT OFFICES & PUBLIC SERVICES Adult Probation Office 27 W. Doyle St. 706.282.4570 Chamber of Commerce 160 N. Alexander St. 706.886.2132 GA Department of Driver Services 62 Doyle St. 706.282.4821 GA State Department of Labor 37 Foreacre St. 706.282.4514 Juvenile Probation Office 148 W. Tugalo St. 706.282.4520 Main Street Toccoa 92 N. Alexander St. 706.282.3232 Public Restrooms Doyle St. Stephens County Courthouse Annex 12 W. Tugalo St. 706.886.9491 Stephens County Development Authority 31 W. Doyle St. 706.886.4242 Stephens County Government Building 70 N. Alexander St. 706.886.9491 Stephens County Historic Courthouse 37 W. Tugalo St. 706.886.9491 Toccoa City Hall 92 N. Alexander St. 706.886.8451 Toccoa Fire Department 92 W. Doyle St. 911 Toccoa-Stephens County Public Library 53 W. Savannah St. 706.886.6082 US Post Office 41 Falls Rd. 706.886.4058 Welcome Center 160 N. Alexander St. 706.886.2132
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY INSURANCE, REAL ESTATE, & BUILDING SERVICES Blasingame & Associates 237 S. Alexander St. 706.886.8405 First Toccoa Real Estate 237 S. Alexander St. 706.886.2163 Franklin Insurance Co. 219 N. Broad St. 706.886.3101 John’s Roofing & Sheet Metal Co Inc. 100 N. Pond St. 706.886.3584 Metro Insurance Services Inc. 117 Foreacre St. 706.886.1749 Louise T. Morris 141 W. Savannah St. Ste #103 706.886.9613 Nichols & West, LLP 43 W. Doyle St., #201 706.886.7016 Piedmont Insurance 256 N. Broad St. 706.779.5038 Northview Properties 138 Pond St. 706.282.0303 Sherwin-Williams Paints 33 N. Sage St. 706.886.4632 Talan Properties, LLC 150 W. Tugalo St. 706.297.7480 Van Minos Insurance Agency 92 N. Sage St. 706.886.7517 Jon C West and Associates 43 W. Doyle St., #201 706.886.7016 Property Source Pros 56 Doyle St. 706.391.0890 State Farm, Patrick Klug 217 W. Savannah St. 706.470.0447
LEGAL SERVICES
Chip Angell, PC Atty. Black Law Offices Samuel G. Church, Atty. At Law Cornwell Law, LLC Bruce Harkness, Atty. Healy & Svoren Law Offices James T. Irvin, Atty. At Law McClure, Ramsay, Dickerson, & Escoe Northeast Georgia CASA Smith & Tabor Atty. At Law Deborah R. Whitlock, Atty. At Law Willie Woodruff, Atty. At Law
17 Wall Street Way 141 W. Savannah St. 237 W. Savannah St. Ste #101 268 N. Broad St. 12 W. Currahee St. 211 N. Broad St. 27 E. Tugalo St., #101 38 Falls Rd. 221 N. Broad St. 131 W. Savannah St. 237 W. Savannah St. Ste. #102 47 W. Doyle St.
706.886.5884 706.282.4696 706.282.1465 706.886.0300 706.886.9000 706.886.0200 706.886.6541 706.886.3178 706.886.1098 706.886.5141 706.886.0518 706.886.7553
LODGING & TRAVEL Amtrak/Welcome Center 160 N. Alexander St. 800.872.2777 Camp Toccoa* 92 Camp Toccoa Dr. 706.886.5123 Country Hearth Inn 273 N. Broad St. 706.297.7799 Georgia Baptist Conference Center* 462 Sonrise Way 706.886.3133 Ionosphere Travel Agency 12 Doyle Street 706.886.9471 Mikell Camp & Conference Center* 237 Camp Mikell Rd. 706.886.7515 Simmons Bond Inn 74 W. Tugalo St. 706.282.5183 Quality Inn* 106 Stephens Circle 706.886.1048
MEDIA SERVICES Harris Communications 21 S. Park Ln. 706.886.4321 TruVista 119 Falls Rd. 706.886.2727 The Toccoa Record 67 W. Doyle St. 706.886.9476 WNEG Radio (AM 630) 145 N. Alexander St. 706.886.2191 Windstream 166 E. Tugalo St. 800.501.1754
WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS, MANUFACTURERS, MISC.
Acree Oil Co. Caples Industrial Supply Toccoa Natural Gas/Water Department Tugalo Gas Co.
272 W. Currahee St. 446 W. Currahee St. 92 N. Alexander St. 224 W. Currahee St.
*Outside Main Street District
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706.886.2838 706.886.1437 706.886.8451 706.886.8447
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