Pickin' in Horseshoe Bend Park
August 5, 12, 26
Located at the Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park, McCaysville, GA. Take Hwy 5 (Blue Ridge Highway) north till it ends, then right on Hwy 60 and then right on River Road, follow to the park entrance on your right. Pickin' in Horseshoe Bend Park is every Thursday, 6:00 PM to dusk. Live music jams and pickin' on the banks of the Toccoa River at the Horseshoe Bend Park in McCaysville. Free Admission. The park is wheelchair accessible. Come and bring the whole family to enjoy the experience. Picnic tables are available or you can sit on the nice grassy lawn with your blanket or chair. Call the Fannin County Parks and Recreation for more information: 706-632-7696
Appalachian Fresh Market
August 6-8, 13-15, 20, 27-29
Located at the Farmers Market on Summit Street. Go to the corner of East First Street and Summit, next to The Swan Drive-In. The old state farmers market has re-opened with fresh produce provided by growers from several counties, as well as craftsmen from the region displaying their crafts. Friday's from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sundays from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Blue Ridge Farmers Market
August 7, 14, 21, 28
Located at the Historic Downtown Blue Ridge. Go to West Main Street across from the Fannin County Courthouse. Local farmers set up with their crops for sale, farm fresh eggs, produce, etc. Also, locally made products and crafts. Every Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Vendors pay $3.00 for market space and they set their own prices for the items they sell. They will also be offering classes on select dates with topics such as "Local Herbs," "Cooking with fresh herbs and vegetables" Facebook users can become a fan and follow their schedules.
Smokey Bear's Birthday Party
August 6, 7
Located at the Ocoee Whitewater Center in Ducktown, TN. Go Highway 64 into West, Copperhill.Smokey Bear will be 66 years old this year. In his honor, the USDA Forest Service is throwing a birthday party at the Ocoee Whitewater Center on August 7th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Come help Smokey celebrate his birthday and enjoy a fun-filled day in the Cherokee National Forest. It promises to be a fun family day with games, goody bags, fire prevention programs, prizes, and plenty of cake and ice cream. Bring a camera and have your picture taken with Smokey. While you're at the Ocoee Whitewater Center, you may want to hike or bike the Old Copper Road Trail, watch rafting on the Ocoee River, visit the gift shop, grab a bite at the café, or just take in the scenery from the rocking chairs on the deck. There is no charge to attend other than the usual $3.00 per vehicle day use fee. The Ocoee Whitewater Center is located in the heart of the Cherokee National Forest on U.S. Hwy 64, 6 miles west of Ducktown, TN and 30 miles east of Cleveland, TN. Call the Ocoee Whitewater Center for more information 423-496-0104 or visit their website.
Friday Night Concerts
August 7, 13, 20, 27
Located at the historic Union County Courthouse. From Blue Ridge, take Hwy 515/76 to Blairsville to 19/129 turn right is located in the center of the square. Hear live concerts each Friday evening in the old historic courthouse. The acoustics in the old courthouse are amazing. Listen to music from easy listening to old fashion bluegrass. Different performers each Friday night, visit their website for the current schedule of performers. Music starts at 7:00 PM. Concerts in The Old Courthouse on the Square are presented by the Union County Historical Society as a public service, and to keep alive the tradition of music in the old courthouse. There is no admission fee. The musicians donate their time and talents. Voluntary donations to the maintenance fund are always welcomed and appreciated. For more information call Union County Historical Society 706-745-5493 or visit their website.
Aubrey Atwater / Live Music
August 9
Located at the John C.Campbell Folk School / Community Room Keith House. Take Hwy 60 north to Spur 60 to Hwy 64 turn right, go 4 miles and turn right on Old Hwy 64, follow signs to the school (approx. 30 minute trip). 7:00 PM, Admission is free. Aubrey Atwater presents a captivating program of traditional and original folk music performed on guitar, Appalachian mountain dulcimer, Irish tin whistle, mandolin, feet, and old-time banjo. She entwines a moving explanation of the music with stories from her life and musical journey. Aubrey's love of music extends beyond the sound alone. Her pursuit is to understand folk music as an expression of human history and a glimpse into the lives of "ordinary" people. For more information call John C. Campbell Folk School 828-837-8637 or visit http://www.atwater-donnelly.com/aubreysolo.htm
Georgia Mountain Moonshine Cruiz-In
August 12-14
Located at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Take Hwy 76 into Hiawassee. Live mountain music shows, hundreds of hot rods, swap meet, a "Moonshine Run for Cash" folk show exhibits, Pioneer Village, automotive vendors, mountain crafts, lots of fun. Appearing live Sam Memmolo of "Two Guys Garage" See a real Moonshine Still in the works! Daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. General Admission $8 per day / Three day pass $20.00 / Children 12 and under Free. Live concert on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM. To purchase tickets to the concert, visit www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com. Call 662-587-9572 or visit their website.
The Dismembered Tennesseans / Live Music
August 13
Located at the John C. Campbell Folk School / Festival Barn. Take Hwy 60 north to Spur 60 to Hwy 64 turn right, go 4 miles and turn right on Old Hwy 64, follow signs to the school (approx. 30 minute trip). Traditional and contemporary bluegrass music by one of the Folk School's most popular Friday night concert bands. The Dismembered Tennesseans have appeared on stage with many of the top country music stars and performed in concert with the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra and the Chattanooga Boys Choir, and more recently the Chattanooga Ballet. They have appeared on a segment of ABC-TV's Peter Jennings Nightly News and were featured on the NBC Sunday Today Show. Their audiences have been composed of such celebrities as Chuck Yeager, Sam Nunn, Gerald Ford, Jack Kemp, and three Tennessee governors. Easily one of the most popular bands in hometown Chattanooga, they have made their mark singing country music for people who don't particularly like country music. Call 828-837-8637 or visit John C. Campbell Folk School
Rodeo
August 20-21
Located at the Kiwanis Fairgrounds, Blue Ridge off Jones Street and E. 2nd Street Rodeo starts at 8:00 p.m. Gates open at 6:00 PM. Western Rodeo event with Bull riding, saddle bronco riding, calf roping, bareback, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing & special events. Tickets: $10.00 in advance, $12.00 at the Gate, Children 8 and under free with paying adult. Advanced tickets may be purchased beginning August 1st at; United Community Bank (Blue Ridge & McCaysville) Kevin Panter Insurance, Parris Pharmacy, BB&T of Blue Ridge and Appalachian Community Bank. Call 706-632-6644 for more information or visit http://www.blueridgekiwanis.org/
Annual Tomato Festival at Crane Creek Vineyard
August 21
Located at Crane Creek Vineyards. 916 Crane Creek Rd, Young Harris, approx 30 minutes from Blue Ridge. Celebrate the fruit of the other vine with your friends and family at Crane Creek Vineyards! Local restaurants and food vendors will be out giving away samples of their cuisine. Chef David and his Culinary Team will be preparing lunch for everyone with all things tomato. This is a great day of food and wine! Tickets will be sold at the door: adults $20, ages 13-20 $10, children under 12 free. Ticket price includes wine tasting, souvenir wine glass, lunch and admission to all of the activities. Festivities are from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Call Crane Creek Vineyards for more information 706-379-1236 or visit http://www.cranecreekvineyard.com/
The Art Walk
August 21
Located at the Art Galleries in Historic Downtown Blue Ridge, right off of East Main Street. Beginning in June, the 3rd Saturday of each month, the following galleries will be open from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM for you to enjoy. The Art Walk will begin or end with Multitudes Gallery or Abreu Fine Art Gallery, then visit High Country Art & Antiques and Turning Leaf Wood Art - A Fine Art Gallery. There are also several fine restaurants which are open to complete your evening. Abreau Fine Art Gallery at 706-946-3278, Multitudes at 706-632-1718, Turning Leaf at 706-632-6625 and High Country Art at 706-632-6882
Natti Love Joys / Reggae Music
August 21
Located in downtown Blue Ridge, across from the train depot. Enjoy the sounds of the Natti Love Joys, the shops downtown Blue Ridge will remain open until 9:00 PM, music will be from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Be a part of a fun scavenger hunt to locate a special ceramic rooster in one of the shops to win a $100.00 cash prize. Call the Blue Ridge Business Association for more information 706-889-7415
Wilderness Survival Weekend
August 28-29
Located in the Amicalola Falls State Park. Take Hwy 515 south towards Atlanta, turn left on Hwy 52, and follow signs to park. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday and Sunday. This weekend will be sprinkled with basic skills classes suitable for the whole family. No registration required for programs. $5 parking. Call the Amicalola Falls State Park for more information 706-265-1969 or visit http://gastateparks.org/net/go/parks.aspx?LocationID=64&s=124118.0.0.5
Blairsville Cruisers ''Taste of Blairsville'' Food Festival and Cruise-In
August 7
In conjunction with the Blairsville Cruisers August Cruise-In, area restaurants will be erecting vendor tents on the Blairsville Square. They offer specialty taste treats unique to each restaurant. Vendors will feature 3 taste items per booth, and items will vary in value from 1-3 tickets. The Cruisers, Chamber of Commerce, and DDA will have tents set up around the square where tickets may be purchased. Vendors will not accept cash, only tickets. These tickets will be counted at the end of the event, and winners will be determined for the "most popular" categories based on who has the most tickets. There will be live entertainment all day and craft vendors as well. 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
The Cruisers will also be giving away several awards at their Cruise-In. The Cruisers are featuring Fords this month and will have extra awards for any Ford car or truck. Visit http://www.tasteofblairsville.com
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