Ingredients 2 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 medium lemon, juiced, divided salt to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pinch dried oregano ground black pepper to taste 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish Directions Step 1 Place chicken in a bowl; pour 1/2 of the lemon juice over top and season with […]
Read More »Ramp Tramp Festival – Polk County
The Ramp Tramp Festival will celebrate its 65th year on Friday April 21 & Saturday April 22, 2022 at Camp McCroy 4-H Camp located at 1058 Hwy 30 in Reliance Tennessee. This FREE two-day event features live bluegrass, folk, and rock-and-roll oldies music along with the traditional Ramp Meal which includes, Ramps in eggs, white […]
Read More »Happy Easter Sunday
We are wishing you and your families a happy Easter and joy in brighter days ahead!
Read More »The Rhododendron Festival – Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Spend some time strolling through 20 acres of Hamilton Rhododendron Gardens, a beautiful woodland garden quietly tucked away in the North Georgia Mountains. This magical botanical garden is filled with native wildflowers like trilliums, shooting stars, and trout lilies, and more than 1,500 rhododendrons and native azaleas making it the largest collection in the Southeast! […]
Read More »Homeward bound pet(s) of the week: Nine adorable puppies!
We have puppies! Nine of them to be exact! The puppies were 6 weeks old on 4/2 and will be ready for their new homes after their second puppy vaccination on 4/20. They currently weigh between 5-6#. Their mother, Peridot (featured on our website) is a 60# American Bulldog/Dogo Arentino with a blend of sweet […]
Read More »Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival
Join us for two days of family-friendly fun! We’ll have storytelling, workshops, a quilt display, and more. We’re thrilled to be returning to IN-PERSON programming but will also share festival sessions online for those who wish to participate virtually. Everyone is welcome! The 2023 Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival will be held at The Ridges Resort […]
Read More »Ham Cake-ettes
This recipe is the perfect way to use up those Easter leftovers! It calls for ham and mashed potatoes as the main ingredients. What better way to use up leftovers than to try them in a new dish! Ingredients 1 cup finely chopped cooked ham 1 ½ cups cold mashed potatoes 3 green onions, finely […]
Read More »Spring Downtown Market ~ Blairsville
Join us for our Third Annual Spring Downtown Market! Located in our upper parking lot, just off the square in downtown Blairsville. We will have 25+ local artists featuring quality, hand-crafted goods, music and food! The first Cruise-In on the Square Car Show will take place in the afternoon with “a wide variety of classic […]
Read More »Easter brunch at the Tavern
Join us for our Easter buffet with traditional dishes that will be enjoyed by the entire family.April 9th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.$45 Per Person$20 for Children 12 and UnderReservations RequiredCall 706-946-4653 ext. 2Carving Stations, Omelet Action Station and Dessert StationLive Music from Mountain Gypsy Music – 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. EASTER BRUNCH […]
Read More »28th Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt ~ St. Lukes Episcopal Church
The 28th Annual Blue Ridge Community Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, April 8th, on the churchyard of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Blue Ridge. The hunt is free and begins at 1 p.m. with the stroke of the church bell. A special area will be provided for very young children. Following the hunt, […]
Read More »Homeward bound pet of the week: Kelly
Calling all beagle lovers! This handsome boy, Kelly, joined us earlier this week due to his former owner not being able to properly care for him. He is a beautiful tri-color, 10 month old, 25 beagle who has a lot of puppy exuberance. He is learning about a leash and is doing well with house […]
Read More »Easter Banana Pudding with Cream Cheese
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1 cup cold 2% milk 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed 52 vanilla wafers 4 medium firm bananas, sliced Directions Step 1 In a large bowl, beat cream cheese […]
Read More »Blue Ridge Trout Festival & Outdoor Adventures!
The Blue Ridge Trout & Outdoor Adventures Festival – the Official Trout Festival of Georgia – returns to downtown Blue Ridge, gathering fishermen, river sports enthusiasts, and outdoor recreation fans and their families to Blue Ridge, Georgia for fun, food, activities, craft beer, entertainment, shopping, and recreational services while increasing the public’s knowledge of trout […]
Read More »Doggy Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your pups to the Black Rock Lake Trail and let them search for their very own eggs filled with healthy treats. Dogs need to be leashed at all times. $5 park pass is required. Parking fee: $5 Event Phone: 700-675-4798 ext. 1 Where: Black Rock Mountain State Park 3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway Mountain […]
Read More »2023 Blue Ridge Trout & Outdoor Adventures Festival
The Blue Ridge Trout & Outdoor Adventures Festival – designated as the Official Trout Festival of Georgia by the state legislature – gathers fishermen, river sports enthusiasts, and allied outdoor recreation fans and their families in historic, downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia for fun, education, food, live music and services while increasing the public’s knowledge of […]
Read More »Easter egg hunt
Saturday, April 1st at 1:30 pm. Celebrate Easter with an Easter Egg Hunt in the park. There will be prize eggs included and a raffle for an Easter Basket. $5 parking fee (annual parking pass accepted) plus $5 per family (includes raffle ticket). Meet at the disc golf course. Contact park office for more details […]
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