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MAR 2
3 Rivers Yoga Festival
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Where: Laurel Park, 3100 Old Cleveland Rd, Gainesville GA 2
Join us for a blissful day of yoga, relaxation, and community. Immerse yourself in a variety of yoga classes led by experienced local instructors. Discover new techniques, deepen your practice, and find your inner peace. Connect with fellow yoga enthusiasts and make new friends in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We welcome all yoga experience levels!
Where: Forum River Center, 301 Tribune Street Rome, GA, 30161
MAR 9 - APRIL 12
Bowen Center for the Arts
We are hosting the First Virginia Avery Memorial “Reflections II” juried Art Exhibition which was brought to us by the Art Committee of the Atlanta Branch of the The National League of American Pen Women. Open to all Georgia Women Artists.
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where: 111 Pilgrim Mill Rd, Cumming, GA 30040
For 2024 Exhibits and Events
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MAR 16
Leprechaun-a-thon 5K & 2M Walk
Presented by Atrium Health Floyd
Where:
Start: First Avenue near Bridgepoint Plaza
Finish: Pedestrian Bridge leading to the Forum and the Town Green
Run: Run begins approximately at 6:30 pm
Health Walk: Walk begins 6:45 pm
MAR 23
Glow-in-the-Dark Easter Egg Hunt
We are bringing back the biggest Easter Egg Hunt in Hall County! Bring your whole family for a night of amazing food, bouncy houses, and glow-in-the-dark egg hunting at dusk. With nearly 50,000 filled neon eggs, this will be an event that you do not want to miss. Parking is limited.
Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Georgia Paint Horse
Time: All Day
Where: Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center
1855 Calvary Church Rd, Gainesville, GA, 30507
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Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival 2024
Swing Into Spring at the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival! The 2024 event marks 43 years of the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival in Conyers.
Shop among unique art and craft exhibitors, eat your way through the multiple food courts, enjoy cultural performances, listen to live music, and play in the children’s area.
The Cherry Blossom Festival originated as a way to encourage cultural understanding and friendship through international music, dance, games, food and crafts.
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers GA, 30013
For festival information, contact 770-860-4190.
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SATURDAY MATINEE EVENT
Gates open at 10:00 am
Pre-show Meet & Greet Pit Party with Kids Zone
10:30 am - 11:30 am
(Pit Party admission tickets only $5.00
Pit Party included w/ VIP Tickets. Must have show admission ticket before purchasing Pit Party pass)
Show starts at 12:00 pm and ends approx. 1:30 pm
Post show drivers autographs near Merchandise Stand.
SATURDAY EVENING EVENT
Gates open at 4:00 pm
Pre-show Meet & Greet Pit Party with Kids Zone
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
(Pit Party admission tickets only $5.00
Pit Party included w/ VIP Tickets. Must have show admission ticket before purchasing Pit Party pass) Show starts at 6:00 pm and ends approx. 7:30 pm
Post show drivers autographs near Merchandise Stand.
*Enjoy the comforts of this large covered arena with plenty of seating*
Time: All Day
Where: Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center
1855 Calvary Church Rd, Gainesville, GA, 30507
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APRIL 5-6 KARE Annual Easter Egg Hunt 2024
The 2024 KARE for Kids Community Egg Hunt will be held at Main Street Park in downtown Dawsonville (behind Food Lion). Please visit the KARE for Kids website or contact them at (706) 216-5273 for additional information about this event.
When: Date TBD
Where: Main Street Park - 12 pm - 3:00 pm
For more info visit – www.kareforkids.org
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APRIL 5-6 Spring Garden Expo
Experience a wide range of activities, including workshops, seminars, and demonstrations on various gardening techniques and practices. Attendees can also browse through a variety of vendors selling plants, seeds, tools, and other gardening supplies.
Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Where: Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center
1855 Calvary Church Rd, Gainesville, GA, 30507
APRIL 12 - MAY 12
The Rhododendron Festival
The magical Hamilton Gardens hosts this festival, filled with native wildflowers like trilliums, shooting stars, and trout lilies, and more than 1,500 rhododendrons and native azaleas. Enjoy crafters, live music, food, drinks, plant sale, seminars and more. Admission $5.
Time: Friday & Saturdays: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sundays: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: Hamilton Gardens, Towns County Park 96 Pavilion Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
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Chicopee Woods
Agricultural Center
1855 Calvary Church Rd, Gainesville, GA, 30507
IN NORTH GEORGIA
by Sudie Crouch, Columnist
It seems like we all wait for the first signs of Spring to help us shake off the doldrums of winter, and there’s no better place to see all nature has to offer than North Georgia.
The Peach State has more than its fair share of scenic attractions, with an abundance of it in the North Georgia area. From the well-known Lake Lanier spanning across five counties to Lake Chatuge in Towns county and reaching into North Carolina, there are opportunities to get outside and enjoy the beauty our area has to offer.
NATURAL WONDERS
The North Georgia area is home to so many natural wonders, with the Appalachian Trail cutting through the landscape and with well over a dozen waterfalls located throughout the area, making them a great hiking destination.
From Wikipedia:
DAWSON COUNTY
AMICALOLA FALLS —at 729 feet (222 m) Amicalola Falls is the highest waterfall in Georgia and the third highest east of the Mississippi River. It is approximately four times the height of Niagara’s Horseshoe Falls. It is located on Amicalola Creek in Amicalola Falls State Park and is accessible via several trails, bridges, and parking areas. Visitors may park at either the top or the base of the falls; a well-maintained trail, including over 600 steps, connects those two points. Another trail connects the falls to the terminus of the Appalachian Trail on nearby Springer Mountain. Some sources, including the 2004 Georgia State Parks guide book, claim that Amicaolola Falls are “the tallest east of the Mississippi River,” although Crabtree Falls in Virginia (at 1000 feet) and Glassmine Falls in North Carolina (800 feet) are both taller.[2] (The state park website is more
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specific—and perhaps more accurate—citing Amicalola as “the tallest cascading waterfall”. More recent editions of the print version of the guide have corrected the error.) (34°33.81’N 84°14.66’W)
BEARDEN FALLS —located in the Chattahoochee National Forest on Bearden Creek. (34°36.48’N 84°11.77’W)
COCHRANS FALLS —at 600 feet (180 m), is tied with Caledonia Cascade as the second highest waterfall in Georgia. It is on Cochrans Creek near Dawsonville. (34°34.52’N 84°12.97’W)
CRAWFORD FALLS —located on private property and not accessible to the public.
“EDGE OF THE WORLD” RAPIDS —Class IV rapids on the Amicalola River. (Parking area: 34°25.60’N 84°12.80’W)
FALLS CREEK FALLS —located in the Dawson Forest, an area containing at least forty three waterfalls. (Upper Falls:34°30.78’N 84°19.42vW; Falls Creek Falls:34°30.94’N 84°19.11vW; Lower Falls:34°30.79’N 84°18.43vW)
LOWER FALLS & UPPER FALLS —located on Disharoon Creek in the southwest corner of Dawson County, near the gated community of Big Canoe. (34°28.36’N 84°19.12’W)
LUMPKIN COUNTY
BLACK FALLS —on the grounds of Camp Frank D. Merrill, a Mountain Ranger camp 11 miles (18 km) north of Dahlonega. Public access may be restricted.
BLOOD MOUNTAIN CREEK FALLS —four falls (Lower Falls, Middle Falls, Upper Falls, and Cascade). (Trailhead for two lower falls: 34°41.87’N 83°57.18’W; for two upper falls: 34°42.40vN 83°57.30vW)
CANE CREEK FALLS —located on the grounds of Camp Glisson, a camp operated by the United Methodist Church near Dahlonega, these falls are often (but not always) open to the public.
CANNON FALLS — located on Frogtown Creek, on the grounds of Cannon Falls Lodge, a private fishing preserve, and only accessible with a guide.
CLAY CREEK FALLS —located on private property but easily viewed from Clay Creek Falls Road, just outside the city limits of Dahlonega. (34°32.26’N 84°1.32’W)
COPPER MINE SHOALS —there are several rapid drops on the Chestatee River north of Dahlonega.
COW ROCK CREEK FALLS —near Boggs Creek Campground in the Chattahoochee National Forest. (34°42.66’N 83°52.90’W)
DESOTO FALLS —a pair of falls on Frogtown Creek in the DeSoto Falls Scenic Area of the Chattahoochee National Forest. According to legend, Hernando de Soto passed through the area in 1540. (34°42.37’N 83°54.95’W)
DICK’S CREEK FALLS —a pair of falls just below the site where Waters Creek joins Dicks Creek in the Chattahoochee National Forest. (34°40.782vN 83°56.202’W)
ELVARADO FALLS —not open to the public.
ETOWAH RIVER SHOALS —the Etowah River rises in Lumpkin County, northwest of Dahlonega.
FALLS ON BRANCH OF JONES CREEK —located in the Chattahoochee National Forest and easily accessible. (34°36.618’N 84°9.45’W)
FALLS ON WEST FORK OF MONTGOMERY CREEK —twenty-foot falls on the grounds of a US Army Ranger Camp. (34°37.452vN 84°6.9’W)
GRINDLE SHOALS—on private property along the Chestatee River but viewable from the bridge carrying Cavender Creek Road across the Chestatee in eastern Lumpkin, near the White County line. (34°33.6’N 83°52.26vW)
HIGH SHOALS FALLS —on Walden Creek; features a porch swing from which to view the falls. (34°38.91’N 84°1.332’W)
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Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2024
Hundreds of artists from around the country will set up their tents for the 88th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival this Spring. An Atlanta staple for over 80 years,with a juried Fine Artist Market that includes sculpture, paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography and much more.
Time:
(Artist Market closes at 7:00 pm Friday & Saturday)
Friday Noon - 9:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am - 6 pm
Where: Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GA
APRIL 19-20
Georgia Mountain Fair Spring Yard Sale
One man’s trash is another man’s treasureand there plenty of treasures available to shop and browse. Come join us! Free for shoppers. Free parking.
Time: Begins 19, 9:00 am, Closes April 20 - 3:00 pm
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Bear on the Square Mountain Festival
An Annual Celebration of Appalachian culture in Dahlonega, Georgia. Artist Market, music, Story Telling and free workshops.
Where: Dahlonega, GA
APRIL 12
SweetWater 420 Fest
Annual event presented by SweetWater Brewing Company. Over 25 bands, across 3 indoor and outdoor stages. Featuring local vendors, workshops, food trucks, artist market, the Planet 420 non-profit village and much more.
Where: Pullman Yards, Atlanta, GA
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1855 Calvary Church Rd, Gainesville, GA, 30507
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Second Annual Wine Fest by Homestead
March 9th, 1-4 p.m.
Cruise-In by Tin Cup
First Thursday of Each Month, 6-8 p.m.
Skyler Saufley in Concert
April 12th, 7-9 p.m.
City Center Spring Market by Pieces & Peaches April 20th, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Smokey Jones & the 3 Dollar Pistols in Concert
April 26th, 7-9 p.m.
Gold Standard in Concert
May 10th, 7-9 p.m.
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Some of this spring’s highlights:
JONES CREEK FALLS
LITTLE RIDGE CREEK FALLS —a trio of falls near Boggs Creek Campground in the Chattahoochee National Forest. (34°42.42’N 83°53.4’W)
MARTHA FALLS —on Pigeon Roost Creek; the area features spectacular lake and mountain views. (34°41.37’N 83°58.83’W)
TROPHY FALLS — located on Frogtown Creek, on the grounds of Cannon Falls Lodge, a private fishing preserve, and only accessible with a guide.
WARD CREEK FALLS —near Justus Gap, northwest of Dahlonega. {34° 39.107’N 84° 04.071’W}
YAHOOLA CREEK FALLS —just before the Yahoola Creek leaves the Chattahoochee National Forest. The remnants of Nineteenth Century gold-mining operations are nearby.
TOWNS COUNTY
BLUE HOLE FALLS AND HIGH SHOALS CREEK FALLS —located on High Shoals Creek in the High Shoals Scenic Area of the Chattahoochee National Forest; features two observation decks. (34°48.972’N 83°43.62’W)
DENTON BRANCH FALLS —easily accessible thirty-foot falls located near Tate City; the approach reveals numerous smaller falls and shoals. (34°59.142’N 83°33.00’W)
CUPID FALLS —near Young Harris College in Young Harris. (34°56.1’N 83°50.34’W)
ENOTA MOUNTAIN RETREAT & CONFERENCE CENTER —the grounds of this facility in Hiawassee contain several falls; visitors must obtain permission before accessing the property.
GURLEY CREEK FALLS —220-foot falls viewable from an observation deck a short walk from the visitors center. (34°50.298’N 83°46.8’W)
JOEL CREEK FALLS —a ten-minute walk from the visitors center. (34°50.1’N 83°46.602’W)
WHITE COUNTY
ANNA RUBY FALLS —actually two separate falls, one on Curtis Creek and the other on York Creek, but known together as Anna Ruby Falls. Combined, they form Smith Creek. Located in a grove of mountain laurel in the Anna Ruby Falls Scenic Area in the Chattahoochee National Forest. There is a visitors center and an interpretive walk from there to the falls. (34°45.83’N 83°42.73’W)
DUKE’S CREEK FALLS —actually on Davis Creek, where it meets Dodd Creek to form Duke’s Creek; there is an easy approach featuring boardwalk trails and several observation decks. At least one deck is wheelchair accessible. (Parking Area: 34°42.105’N 83°47.361’W)
FALLS NEAR UNICOI GAP —just off Fire Service Road 44. Falls on Dodd Creek—at Dukes Creek Falls.
FALLS ON LOW GAP CREEK —off Fire Service Road 44A near Robertstown. (34°44.60’N 83°47.84’W)
RAVEN CLIFF FALLS —the approach, through rhododendron and hemlock passes many smaller falls; located within the Mark Trail Wilderness Area near the Richard Russell Scenic Highway. (34°43.38’N 83°49.44’W)
Upper Falls on Davis Creek
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History lovers can find some places to enjoy as well. The Dahlonega Gold Museum in the Old Lumpkin County Courthouse can share some of Georgia’s history in the first gold rush. In nearby White County, you can find the Hardman Farm Historic Site, which also offers guided tours While you’re in the area, there are some great businesses to visit. Before you hit the trails, you can go by Betty’s Country Store in Helen to fill your backpack or get a sandwich from the deli to go. Afterwards, visitors can try their hand at slinging axes at AxeBilly. And those wanting to stay a bit longer can either camp or rent a cabin at Mountain Lakes Resort, where they can also get in a horseback ride with one of the gorgeous views of the mountains around.
And, Forsyth county locals know The Collection at Forsyth has dining and retail shopping covered.
Whether you are visiting for a day trip, a weekend, or maybe are fortunate enough to live here, there is something for everyone. And Spring is the perfect time to get out and enjoy North Georgia!
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Cumming Arts Center
Photography Member and Non-Member Art Exhibit
(Theme: Waterfalls, Night-Sky Scenes)
Where: 111 Pilgrim Mill Rd, Cumming, GA 30040
For 2024 Exhibits and Events
Visit sawneeart.org/exhibits-shows
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MAY 3-4 Annual Spring Draft Horse Show
Where: Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center 1855 Calvary Church Rd, Gainesville, GA, 30507
MAY 3-5
Shaky Knees Festival
Drawing in nearly 40,000 attendees, Shaky Knees Festival brings a the indie scene to the streets of downtown Atlanta, Georgia. 2024 lineup includes: Foo Fighters, Billy Idol, Weezer, Queens of the Stone Age, The Offspring, Interpol, Dinosaur Jr., “Kingfish” Ingram and many, many more. Where: Atlanta – Central Park
MAY 4
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Amateur BBQ Cook-Off
Do you know anyone who claims to be the master of the grill? It’s time for them to put their money where their mouth is for the first annual Amateur BBQ Cook Off. This community-wide event will include a BBQ cook off, various drink and desert vendors, live music, and fun games for the kids.
When: May 4, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Where: Cherokee Bluffs Park
MAY 4
Cave Spring Bacon Festival
Everyone come and enjoy all types of homemade BACON dishes to “taste”, a car/bike show at City Hall and wonderful vendors! Admission is $5.00
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: 13 Cedartown Rd, Cave Spring, GA 30124
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Jaemor Farms
Don’t miss our 3rd annual strawberry festival! U-pick berries, farm tours, cook-off, arts, samples, crafts, vendors, ice cream.
When: May 7, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where: Jaemor Farms
5340 Cornelia Hwy, Alto, GA 30510
For more info about Strawberry Festival and other spring events visit –www.jaemorfarms.com
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31st Annual Taste of Alpharetta
Food connoisseurs can dine in Downtown Alpharetta at over 60 restaurants. Sample delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts from the top chefs in town. Enjoy culinary demonstrations, activities for all ages and entertainment to please every palate.
Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Where: 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA
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Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival
Springtime in the mountain is better with wine, music & flowers! Enjoy 30+ wineries offering tastings, 20 acres of Rhododendron gardens, live music, food, art/craft vendors, plus beautiful mountain and lake views.
Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: 1311 Music Hall Rd Hiawassee , GA 30546
MAY 17-18
Georgia Mountain Fire & Smoke Cooking Festival
The ultimate cooking and tasting experience! Come and experience this culinary feast featuring over 100 cooks/chefs preparing their speciality items and giving generous samples of their preparations to all paid attendees. They will be cooking on many top-of-the-line grills/ griddles/smokers such as Primo Ceramic Grills, Big Green Eggs, and Blackstone Griddles.
When: May 18, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
May 17 - Meet & Greet party from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
May 18 - Cooking Festival from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
1311 Music Hall Rd, Hiawassee GA 30546
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MAY 24-26
Hiawassee Pro Rodeo
Join us at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds for a Rodeo on Memorial Day Weekend! Enjoy the best bucking horses, bulls, world class contestants from all over the United States and Canada, and the top of the line specialty acts! This is a family event that will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat with live entertainment!
When: Starts May 24 - 6:00 pm
Closes May 26 - 11:00 pm
Gates open at 6:00 pm. Rodeo begins at 8:00 pm.
Where: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
MAY 25
Kick Off to Summer
Butler Park has been an amazing addition to the community, and Hall County Parks and Leisure wants to continue to showcase the beautiful park, pavilion, and spray ground with a Kick Off to Summer event on Memorial Day Weekend. This event will include shaved ice vendors, free food, and plenty of activities for kids to enjoy!
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Butler Park
1370 Athens St, Gainesville, GA 30507
JUNE 29-30
Made in Georgia Festival
Be prepared to shop over 100 vendors and top chefs, offering a wide variety of products made, grown, brewed, harvested, stitched, crafted, or inspired by Georgia. $5 admission for adults – kids free.
Time: Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where: Towns County Recreation & Conference Center
150 Foster Park Rd, Young Harris, GA 30582
For more information
golakechatuge.com or 706-896-4966
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Holiday Bazaar
Come shop at this indoor event, offering over 75 vendors offering a wide variety of homemade crafts, art, gourmet foods, demonstrations, and classes.
When: November 2-3
Where: Towns County Recreation & Conference Center
150 Foster Park Rd, Young Harris, GA 30582
For more information
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