Golf in North Georgia Mountains

If you happen to be an avid golfer, North Georgia has some of the most beautiful golf courses. The three that we most often visit are the Brasstown Valley resort, Whitepath Golf Course and the Butternut Golf Course.

Brasstown Valley Resort
Located in Young Harris, Georgia and only 35 minutes from Blue Ridge, Brasstown Valley Resort offers a spectacular mountain golf experience with scenery as breathtaking as the play is challenging. It's great for the corporate outing, couple's getaway or the guy's weekend.The Brasstown Valley Golf Club has been ranked by both Golf Digest and Leading Golf Courses of America as one of the top courses to play in Georgia. The golf course winds through wildlife preserves, ponds and streams framed in by the mountains. With four sets of tees, all skill levels will be able to enjoy a layout that is maintained to standards you'd expect from a course rated so highly.
The facility also offers full practice facilities, well equipped Prop Shop and customized special tournaments. Golf lessons and clinics are also available. For more information please visitwww.brasstownvalley.com

Whitepath Golf Course
Located in Ellijay, Georgia and only 15 minutes from Blue Ridge, Whitepath Golf Course offers 18 glorious fairways surrounded by breathtaking views of the North Georgia Mountains. A trout stream and four lakes come into play, and abundant wildlife including deer, quail and turkey can be observed throughout the course. The golf course is open year round and has a club house that has a large pool, two tennis courts, basketball, and horseshoes,. A small pro-shop is also on the premises. www.whitepathgolfclub.com/

Butternut Creek Golf Course
Located in Blairsville, Georgia, the Butternut Golf Course is surrounded by the majestic beauty of the North Georgia Mountains and features 6,536 yards of dramatic fairways. This par 73 offers 18 holes and is open year round. The grounds consist of bent greens and bermuda fairways. A pro shop is also located on the grounds that can fulfill most of your golfing needs. For more information please visit http://www.butternutcreekgolf.com/

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North Georgia Waterfall Hikes

Hiking to the cool waterfalls is one of our favorite activities during the summer. Our three favorite waterfalls are the Amicalola Falls, Dukes Creek, and the Tallulah Gorge.

Amicaloa Falls
Located in Dawson County Georgia, the Amicaloa Falls has three different trails that you can take, all of which gives you a great view of the falls. The Amicalola Falls East Ridge Trail is a steady, strenuous climb to the top of Amicalola Falls. The Amicalola Falls Trail is a steep, staired descent along the face of the waterfall to the reflecting pond, with a return to the visitors center along the Base of Falls Trail. On the Amicalola Falls West Ridge you can explore the western ridge of Amicalola Falls, then join the Falls Trail at the lower bridge.

Dukes Creek
Located in White County Georgia, Dukes Creek Falls Trail is a series of three switchbacks that lead down to falls on Davis Creek at its confluence with Dukes Creek. There are water cascades on Dukes Creek. Also Dukes Creek is a favorite for catch-and-release fishing. There are over five miles of trails and 18 miles of roads that allow hikers and bicyclists to explore hardwoods, streams and wildlife.

Tallulah Gorge
Located in Rabun and Habersham counties, Tallulah Gorge is one of the most spectacular canyons in the southeast. Tallulah Gorge is two miles long and nearly 1,000 feet deep. You can hike rim trails to several overlooks, or obtain a free permit (limited to 100 per day) to hike down to the gorge floor. Kayaking and in-gorge hiking are allowed. A suspension bridge sways 80 feet above the rocky bottom, providing spectacular views of the river and waterfalls. For a complete listing of all the waterfalls in North Georgia, please visit http://georgiatrails.com/waterfalls.html

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Local events in Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Ellijay, Haiwassee

Atlanta Collage Society Art Exhibit
June 20 -August 01Located in downtown Blue Ridge. Enjoy this wonderful art exhibit of work by the Atlanta Collage Society. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association. For more information call 706-632-2144.

Harry Potter Movie / Swan Drive-in
July 15 - August 04
Located at 651 Summit Street. Built in 1949 this historic theater is open nightly through the summer. Now showing Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! Rated PG. Come out and sit under the stars, eat a funnel cake, have a hotdog and enjoy the movie. Showtime is at 9:15 p.m. Adults are $6.00, Children 4-11 are $3.00, 3 and under are free. Bring a blanket or a lawnchair or you can sit in your car.

Classic Musical Comedy / The Fantasticks
July 31- Aug 2, Aug 7 - 9 & Aug. 14 - 16
Located at 11 Mountain Street next to Blue Jeans Pizza. The Fantastics is one of the longest running plays off Broadway and is an American classic that brings audiences back again and again to hear the story of "A boy, a girl, two fathers, and a wall" and the music that defined generations. An evening of true theatrical magic. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 P.M. and Sundays at 2:00 P.M. Tickets are $15.00 with discounts available for groups, seniors and children. For more information contact the Blue Ridge Community Theater at 706-632-9223.

The Art of Marsha Hamby Savage
August 01- 23
Located in downtown Blue Ridge. Enjoy this wonderful art exhibit featuring the work of Marsha Hamby Savage. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association. For more information call 706-632-2144.

Smokey Bear's Birthday Party
August 01
Located off highway 64 in West, Copperhill at the Ocoee Whitewater Center in Ducktown, TN. Help celebrate Smokey's birthday. 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Free cake and ice cream and Smokey HUGS! Birthday Cake carved at 1:00 p.m. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a day by the river with games, activities, fire prevention messages, prize drawings and demonstrations. A small parking fee of 3.00, see the parking station at the lower lot. For more information call 423-496-0104.

Farmers Market / Mountain Fresh Market
August 01, 15, & 22
Located off 515 at the Cohutta Pet & Feed. Local farmers set up with their crops for sale, farm fresh eggs, produce etc.... also locally made products and crafts. Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Vendors pay $3.00 for market space and they set their own prices for the items they sell.

The Farm / Cohutta Pet & Feed BINGO / Lots of Fun!
August 06, 13, 20, & 27
Located off Jones Street in Blue Ridge. You could be the winner of a $500 Gas Card! Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Every Thursday! Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Games start at 7:30 p.m. Many other great prizes. All proceeds benefit local children through Fannin County. Adults and children $10.00 per Card. Empty Stocking provides for the needs of over 700 local children each Christmas. Please come out and help support this important local cause. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge. For more information call 706-632-6644


Pickin' in the Park
August 06, 13, 20, & 27
Located in the Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park , McCaysville, GA. Pickin' in the Park - 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. And the park is wheelchair accessible. Come out, bring the whole family to enjoy the experience. Scattered picnic tables available, nice grassy lawn but you are also welcome to bring a blanket or chair. For more information visit www.pickinthepark.com

Moonshine Cruiz-In
August 13 - 15
Located at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds off Hwy 76 in Hiawassee, GA. 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 - 5:00 p.m. General Admission $7 per day / Two day Pass $10 / Children 12 and under Free. 55 and older $5 per day. Live concert on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 p.m. To purchase tickets to the concert, visit www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

Rodeo
August 21 - 22
Located at the Kiwanis Fairgrounds, Blue Ridge, GA.Rodeo starts at 8:00 p.m. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. 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). Sponsored by Kevin Panter Insurance, Parris Pharmacy, BB&T of Blue Ridge and Appalachian Community Bank. For more information call 706-276-7458 or 706-632-6644

Hilarious Comedy / Greater Tuna
August 27 - 29
Located at the Blue Ridge Community Theater.This is a hilarious comedy about Texas third smallest town, where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. The eclectic band of citizens that make up this town are portrayed by only two performers, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna; men, women, children and animals. Friday and Saturday at 7:30, with Sunday at 2:00. Cost is $15.00. For more information call706-632-9223.

Blue Ridge Mountains Festival of Arts
August 29 - 30
Located in Hiawassee, Ga at the Georgia Mountains Fairgrounds. Bring your family and friends to the First Annual Blue Ridge Mountains Festival of Arts. Located on the southern shores of Lake Chatuge. A beautiful setting for a wonderful weekend with hundreds of artists displaying their fine arts and crafts. Join us as we combine location, 30+ years of art festival experience, and exemplary jewelry arts and crafts to create this Festival of Arts. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association. For more information call 706-632-2144.

Quilt Exhibit / Blue Ridge Mountains Art Association
August 29 - October 6
Located In Historic Downtown Blue Ridge near the old courthouse. Community Quilt Exhibit, opening reception on August 29th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Quilts will be on exhibit from August 29th through October 6th, 2009. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains Art Association. For more information call 706-632-2144.

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Swan Drive In Theater - only one of 2 left in Georgia

If you are looking for a unique activity for the family during the evening hours, check out the Swan Drive-In movie theater. The Swan Drive-in theater is one of 2 drive-in theaters in the state of Georgia that is still operating. It was built in 1955, but has since been re-furbished. The Swan Drive In Theater offers a unique taste of the past with current first run movies. You can enjoy a movie outside under the stars or in the privacy of your car. The Swan prides itself on being a family oriented theater, so come on out and enjoy a movie. A full concession stand is available with some all time favorites like Funnel Cakes, Popcorn, Hotdogs, Corn Dogs, Pizza, soft drinks and much more. For the current feature and more details, please visit their website.

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Tubing in Blue Ridge and Surrounding North GA Mountains

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon tubing down the Toccoa River. Below are some of our favorite tubing companies.

Toccoa River Adventures in McCaysville, GA is just a short drive from Blue Ridge then turn left at the main light in McCaysville to find the rental company. They tubing rentals, funyaks and many more water sports rentals. This lower Toccoa River ride is very different from the upper Toccoa River rides in the Aska Adventure Area. 706-492-5280

The Toccoa Valley Campground operates a popular tubing and rafting business during the summer months. Located right off Aska Road, just 20 minutes away from the Historic town of Blue Ridge, the Toccata Valley campground offers custom designed tubes with a bottom and handles to make the trip more relaxing and pleasant, especially for children. Tube rentals also include transportation to pick you up at the end of your ride. The trip is 6 miles long and last around 2-3 hours depending on the water level and your level of relaxation. Please visit their website at www.ToccoaValleyCampground.com for more information.

The Rolling Thunder River Company offers tubing, canoeing, and kayaking on several different levels of the Toccoa River. It is approximately 35 minutes from the City of Blue Ridge. This part of the Toccoa River is perfect for those people who just want to relax and enjoy the gentle flow of the water and for those looking for more rapids. Colorful inner tubes, kayaks and canoes provide a cool and refreshing way to have fun and relax on a hot summer day on the Toccoa River. For more information please visit their website at www.RollingThunderRiverCo.com.

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Huck's Gem Hunt & Mini Golf in Blue Ridge, GA

If you are looking for a great way to cool off the kids and let them have some good old fun in the dirt, take them to Huck's Gem and Mini Golf, located directly below Huck's General Store. Here you and you children can sift through a bucket or a bag of dirt and discover some real treasures, like amethysts, emeralds, quarts, and many more varieties of semi-precious stones. After you complete your "mining" , you can go over and play a few holes of mini-golf all in the comfort of air-conditioning. Package deals for both activities are available and are very reasonable. For more information please call 866-603-HUCK or 706-946-4825.

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Huck's General Store - Downtown Blue Ridge, GA

Huck's General Store is located in the quaint town of Blue Ridge, Georgia, which is home of the most beautiful mountains, lakes, and rivers. The owners, Brett and Candace Massey, have put a lot of thought into making this a nostalgic store filled with old time favorites. Here you can grab a tin bucket and fill it to the brim with your favorite candies that have a history of there own. Remember "Pop Rocks", "Moon Pies" and "Rock Candy"? These are only a few of the hundred different varieties of candies that Huck's sells. It is truly heaven for children of all ages. Huck's also offers some of the best Amish cheeses, country ham steaks, and bacon. There is also a plentiful assortment of gourmet jams, jellies, baking mixes, syrups, dressings, hot sauces and fabulous dry rubs. As you make your way to the back of the store you will smell some wonderful old-fashioned lotions, soaps and candles. Huck's also has a large section of children books, wooden toys, puzzles and much more. There is something for everyone at Huck's! For more information please visit www.hucksgeneralstore.com

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Local Festivals in Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Ellijay and Haiwassee

July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30th
Pickin' in the Park, Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park , McCaysville, GA. Come and enjoy Pickin' in the Park - every Thursday at 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. And the park is wheelchair accessible. Come out and bring the whole family to enjoy the experience. Scattered picnic tables available, nice grassy lawn but you are also welcome to bring a blanket or chair. For more information visit www.pickinthepark.com

July 3rd
Firecracker Special Train Ride, Blue Ridge Scenic RailwayEnjoy the fireworks a day early and ride the Firecracker Special to McCaysville, no worries about where to park or sitting in traffic! Watch the fireworks from the comfort of your seat on the train or absorb the excitement around you by hanging out downtown. The fireworks are shot off from the top of Tater Hill outside out town, so can be viewed from anywhere in town. Train begins boarding at 7:00 pm and departs at 7:30 pm for a ride along the Toccoa River to McCaysville for the fireworks. Reservations are strongly suggested so you don't miss this awesome opportunity. For more information call 800-934-1898 or 706-632-9833.

Roosters Rule the Hen House / Multitudes Gallery, 11 Mountain StreetJoin us for a Rooster filled group show, featuring the work of Betty Wassmer, Ande Cook, and Robert Miller. Art on display beginning at 12:00 with an Artist's Reception following from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Multitudes Gallery For more information call 706-632-1718

Rockin in the Park, Downtown Blue RidgeEnjoy the music of three rockin' roll bands that will play from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in downtown Blue Ridge to celebrate the Fourth of July. Featured bands are Breaking Point, Surrender and Raven. The downtown merchants will be staying open until 9:00 p.m. Come down at 5:30 pm to the City Park for a plate of spaghetti for only $5.99 for adults and children are 1/2 price. All proceeds are benefiting Light Up Blue Ridge, held each year the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Business AssociationFor more information call 706-632-3242

Fireworks, Independence Day Celebration, Tater Hill, McCaysville, GA. The TriCities Business Association continues a long standing Copper Basin tradition of celebrating our nation's independence with a fireworks display from the top of "Tater Hill" in McCaysville a half an hour past sunset (approximately 9:30 pm). The fireworks can be seen from almost all areas of town. Stores & Restaurants will be open late. Other activities during the Independence Day weekend include an old fashioned street parade on Main Street in Ducktown, a Pancake Breakfast in Epworth and Miner's Homecoming activities all weekend.

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration, Blairsville, GA. This year's fireworks display will be held on Friday evening, July 3rd at Meeks Park at approximately 9:30 pm weather permitting. Fireworks are sponsored by the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce and United Community Bank, Blue Ridge Mountain EMC, Appalachian Community Bank, and Nantahala Bank & Trust.

July 3 - 5th Miner's Homecoming Weekend, Ducktown, TN. (20 minute drive from Blue Ridge)Enjoy an old fashioned 4th of July Celebration and walking parade. Activities kick off with the Tri-Cities fireworks in McCaysville on July 3rd. Saturday, July 4th, Pancake Breakfast at 7:00 am. Patriotic Walking Parade (Main Street in Ducktown) at 10:00 am.For more information, call 423-496-5778

July 3 - 4thLive Music and Fireworks / Copperhill, Runway Fireworks at 400 Ocoee StreetCome and have a day of fun with live entertainment by Lee and Charlie Standley of "Rocket Man & The Rockers." Live music on Friday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Saturday entertainment is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. followed by evening fireworks. Bring your cooler of drinks, food and chairs, then kick back and enjoy the ride. For more information call 423-496-9007

July 4th Fireworks Celebration at Lake Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge Lake MarinaEnjoy barbeque and live music from 4:00 pm. to 6:00 pm. Fireworks display at dusk.For more information, call 706-632-2618 or 706-632-2618

Old Timers Day Parade, Downtown Blue Ridge. Enjoy an old-fashioned Fourth of July parade in downtown Blue Ridge. Bring out the entire family. Event starts at 10:00 am and is sponsored by the Blue Ridge Business Association. Contact Bill Hammond for more information 706-632-4000.

July 4th Boat Parade on Lake Nottely, Blairsville, GA. The annual Union County Fourth of July Boat Parade will take place again at Lake Nottely Marina. Boats can be decorated in any theme they wish. Several creative boats are presented trophies, with a grand prize also awarded. Boats should line up at Lake Nottely Marina beginning around 11:00 am - 11:30 am. Boats will pass in review beginning at 11:30 am, then trophies will be awarded. The parade down the lake starts at 12:00 noon. There is no charge to participate in the parade. Visitors can view the parade from many locations around Nottely Marina.

July 15 - 26thGeorgia Mountain Fair, Hiawassee, GA. Georgia Mountain FairgroundsThis twelve day annual award winning fair, has arts and crafts, regional food, Pioneer Village with living exhibits, country, bluegrass and gospel music by nationally known performers. Also there will be a parade with antique cars, clowns and carnival rides for the young ones. Be sure to bring the entire family. For more information, call 706-896-4191

July 18 - 19th Butternut Creek Festival, Meeks Park, Blairsville, GA. This the 11th Annual Butternut Creek Festival at Meeks Park featuring 65 of the finest artists and crafters in the North Georgia Mountain area. The two day festival showcases the work of 65 of the finest artists and craftsman in the North Georgia Mountain area, in categories from basketry, fine art, fabric art, and decorative painting, to glass, jewelry, metal working, photography, pottery, and woodturning. Live musical groups both days, selected food booths. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm both days. For more information contact 706-781-1221

July 24 - 26th and July 31 - Aug 2nd Classic Musical Comedy / The Fantasticks, Blue Ridge Community Theater. The Fantastics is one of the longest running plays off Broadway and is an American classic that brings audiences back again and again to hear the story of "A boy, a girl, two fathers, and a wall" and the music that defined generations. This is an evening of true theatrical magic. Showtimes are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm. and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $15.00 with discounts available for groups, seniors and children.Blue Ridge Community Theater For more information call 706-632-9223

July 25th Jazz and Blues Festival, Downtown Blue Ridge City Park. Save the date for this event where artists and musicians will fill the park for a great day of entertainment for the entire family. This event is sponsored by The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association. Hours will be from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information call706-632-2144

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Places to swim in Blue Ridge and nearby towns

Morganton Point
The Morganton Point Recreation Area is located on Lake Blue Ridge and surrounded by the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains. Pristine water and scenic views draw visitors from around the state and region. The Blue Ridge Ranger District Office is located just three miles west of Blairsville, GA off of Highway 515, on the north side of the highway. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm.

The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking centered around beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. During the peak season, the on-site campground store is open to the public and is located in the day-use area.

SWIMMING - The Morganton Point Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic tables, white beach, bathhouse and trash bins.

HIKING - There are day-use hiking trails within the Morganton Point Recreation Area ideal for a short stroll, including one which parallels the lakeshore. The Appalachian Trail and Benton MacKaye Trail pass through Fannin County and would be easily accessed from this area.

BOATING - Lake Blue Ridge is open to motor boats and jet skis.

FISHING - Fishing in the 3,290 acre lake is a popular activity.

Visitor maps for the Chattahoochee National Forest can be obtained by calling the Forest Service Office in Blairsville, Georgia at 706-745-6928 or by visiting http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=48b848cab.0.0.g9lun4bab.0&ts=S0401&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fs.fed.us%2Fconf%2F&id=preview.

Vogel State Park

Come and visit one of Georgia's oldest and most popular state parks. Vogel State park is located at the base of Blood Mountain in the Chattahoochee National Forest. If you are driving from the south, you will pass through Neel Gap, a beautiful mountain pass near Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia.

HIKING - Hikers can choose from a variety of trails, including the popular four-mile Bear Hair Gap loop, an easy one-mile lake loop, and the challenging 13-mile Coosa Backcountry Trail.

SWIMING - The park's 22-acre lake is open to non-motorized boats. During summer, visitors can cool off at the scenic lakeside beach or rent a paddle boat and cruise around the lake.

PICNICING - Enjoy bringing a picnic lunch and eating under the covered pavillion over looking the lake.

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Blue Ridge and Surrounding North Georgia Local Festivals

Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Ellijay, Haiwasee

June 04, 11, 18, and 25, 2009
BINGO / Lots of Fun!, Kiwanis Fair Grounds, 124 Jones St. Grand Prize $500.00 Gas Card! Doors open at 6:00 pm. Every Thursday! Doors open at 7:00 pm and the games begin at 7:30 pm. Many other great prizes will also be awarded. All proceeds benefit local children through Fannin County. Adults and children $10.00 per Card. Empty Stocking provides for the needs of over 700 local children each Christmas. Please come out and help support this important local cause. Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge. 706-632-6644

Pickin' in the Park, Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park, McCaysville, GA. Come and enjoy Pickin' in the Park - every Thursday at 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. And the park is wheelchair accessible. Come out and bring the whole family to enjoy the experience. Scattered picnic tables available, nice grassy lawn but you are also welcome to bring a blanket or chair. For more information visit www.pickinthepark.com

June 5, 2009
Free Concert at John C. Campbell Folk School, Blairsville, GA.7:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Sparky and Rhonda Rucker's concert performance is a humor filled journey through four hundred years of American cultural and folk history. It includes railroad songs, Appalachian music, old time blues, slave songs, Civil War music, gospel, work songs, cowboy music, ballads, and Sparky Rucker's own original compositions.

June 05 - 7, 2009
Roots & Music Festival - Hiawassee, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds / Hiawassee, Ga. Hwy 76. Come listen to 2 days of traditional and contemporary Bluegrass, Americana and Folk music in the Anderson Music Hall. Bring your instruments and enjoy the Pickin' Pavilion, shop through arts & crafts booths, and sample some tasty cuisine. Located at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. 706-896-4191

June 05, 2009
Senior Fishing Rodeo, Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery. Suches / Fannin County. This event is open to adults ages 55 and older. Participants must bring their own fishing gear and bait. Free lunch provided. 9:00 am. to 12:00 pm. Chattahoochee Forest National Fish Hatchery. 706-838-4723

June 06, 2009
Story Telling, The Telling Thing, A Night of Music and Storytelling, Hampton Square @ Blue Ridge Community Theater. 11 Mountain Street (next to Blue Jeans Pizza) Blue Ridge Mountains Storytellers presents; An evening of story telling beginning @ 7:00 pm. Music by the popular local music group "Butternut Creek and Friends", followed by tall tales by the Blue Ridge Mountain Storytellers. General admission is $5.00. Proceeds will benefit the Sunny D Children's Theater. 706-374-5156

June 06, 2009
Family Fishing Festival, Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery. Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery Highway 60 to Forest Service Road 69Fun for the whole family. 9 am. until 12 pm. 16 and under can fish free. Bring 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. T-shirts, great food and enjoy a morning of great fun fishing. National Fish Hatchery 706-838-4723

June 06, 2009
Blacksmith Demonstrations / Beatie Blacksmith Gallery, 2076 Douthit Road. Join Artist Blacksmith, John Beatie in his studio for demonstrations. Space is limited so please register and let us know you are coming. See a wonderful selection of his work and experience the art of blacksmith. Beatie Blacksmith Gallery 706-374-2234

June 12, 2009
Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games Ceilidh 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Enjoy food, fellowship, and music that highlight the Ceilidh Dinner. Authentic fare, including traditional Haggis will be served. Bagpipers Joshua and Jacob Craig will welcome and entertain you. Additional entertainment will be provided by Tres de Solei, Keltic Kudzu, and Colin Grant Adams. Ceilidh tickets must be paid for in advance by Friday, June 5, 2009. Tickets $30/ea. Scottish Regalia or Sunday dress requested. Open to the Public.

June 13, 2009
Kids Fishing Rodeo, Vogel State Park. 11 miles south of Blairsville via U.S. Hwy. 19/129 Join other kids 12 and younger to fish the stocked trout stream. Prizes will be given to the lucky ticket holder, and families will enjoy watching children have a blast. $3.00 parking. 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. 706-745-2628

June 20, 2009
Lewis Grizzard - In His Own Words, Performing Arts Center by Fannin County High School. Take 515 towards Atlanta, turn left at Old Hwy 76 (June Walker Chevrolet) in just a couple of blocks you will see the sign for the highschool. Actor Steve Cool brings Lewis Grizzard to life in this hilarious, "fun" raiser. Meet Lewis's widow, Dedra Grizzard. "There ain't ever gonna be another Lewis, but this is as close as we will ever come to seeing him and enjoying him on stage, again." Tickets are $15.00 General Admission, Blue Ridge Community Theater706-632-9223

June 24 - 28th, 2009
Kiwanis Fair of Blue Ridge, Kiwanis Fairgrounds, Blue Ridge. Enjoy the rides, fairway, carnival goodies, fine local entertainers performing each day. Hours: Wednesday through Saturday hours are 5 pm to 11 pm. Sunday will be 1 pm to 8 pm. You may purchase advance tickets from all the local banks for $12.00 for Family Nights which is on Wednesday & Thursday, with advance tickets only for the discount. At the door prices and prices for Friday, Saturday and Sunday are $18.00. Also, the kids will enjoy the new programs called the "Rowdy Rooster" and a "Farmer for a Day" . Come on down for a wonderful family event! For more information, call 706-258-3247 or 706-455-0998

June 27 -28th 2009
Mountain Fling Arts & Crafts Show, Blairsville, GA.Located at North Georgia Technical College. This event will feature indoor and outdoor booths filled with arts/crafts, food, and lots of fun.

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