Save the date and tell a friend: The Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ is BACK for 2025!! Join us in Downtown Blue Ridge, GA, on Sat, Sept 20th for: LIVE Blues Music from Headliner Black Cat Zydeco 15+ Award-Winning BBQ Vendors BBQ Accessories & Fine Appalachian Goods @ The Market Traeger Grill Raffle & Awesome […]
Read More »Homeward Bound Pet of Week: Ozwald
Meet Ozwald, a former lost boy who was never claimed. This 4 year old cutie has a great personality and an adorable underbite. Ozwald enjoys being a co-pilot and would probably be able to convince you to take him for a pup cup. So far, we haven’t seen anyone he doesn’t like when he meets […]
Read More »Peach Surprise Pie
A peaches and cream pie served with a raspberry sauce. For special occasions, garnish with fresh mint leaves. Quick and easy to make and very yummy as well!! Ingredients 1/2X 1X 2X Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened ¼ cup white sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups sliced peaches, drained ¼ cup raspberry […]
Read More »Grape Stomp Festival
Join us for our 12th Annual festival! Your $25 ticket includes admission & souvenir glass, live music all day, select local craft vendors, and grape stomping at 2 & 4 p.m. We’ll also have lunch available for purchase at the Bistro. DATES & TIMES FOR AUGUST 2025 Saturday, August 30, 2025 11:00am – 6:00pm Venue Paradise […]
Read More »Helen Oktoberfest Parade
Come and be a part of the Helen Oktoberfest Parade! The 2025 Oktoberfest Parade will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The parade starts at 12:00 PM. The parade route will start on Edelweiss Strasse, turn left onto Chattahoochee Strasse, then right on Main Street. The tapping of the first keg of Oktoberfest will […]
Read More »BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS WINE & JAZZ FESTIVAL
Blue Ridge Wine and Jazz Festival is bringing great music, great wines, fine art, and delicious cuisine, to beautiful Ellijay, GA. Bring your picnic basket along with your cooler filled with your favorite beverages and do not forget your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy a fun afternoon of music. There will be a food and […]
Read More »Bear Days
Gerald Hodge of Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears has dedicated his life to defending black bears in the southeast. While these creatures are apex predators, we pose a threat to them as well. Visit Gerald at Brasstown Bald to learn how you can protect yourself from a bear, bear-proof your house or campsite, and […]
Read More »Cookie Salad
This is the cookie salad my mom always made, and it is delicious! It can be served as either a salad or dessert. This recipe can also be used to make parfaits. Simply layer the salad, extra whipped topping, crushed cookies and repeat. Top parfaits with a dollop of whipped topping. Ingredients Original recipe (1X) […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK: Sulu & Suki
HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK Meet Sulu and his brother, Suki, AKC registered Manchester Terriers. They are just over 2 years old and weigh 10-12#. The boys were adopted as puppies and recently, their elderly owner came to us because he could no longer care for them. They are now ready to find […]
Read More »Apple Donuts
No, these apple snacks are not actual donuts. But, with fun toppings and a circular shape, they’re more appealing to kids than plain old apple slices. Use yogurt, nut butter, or chocolate-hazelnut spread as the “frosting,” then let the kids go crazy with adding sprinkles, chopped fruit, or granola! Ingredients 3 apples 1/3 cup chocolate-hazelnut […]
Read More »Summer Nights: A Tribute to GREASE! “Rock and roll like it’s 1959!”
Summer Nights: A Tribute to GREASE! “Rock and roll like it’s 1959!” – Summer Nights Tribute Band August 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Get ready to party with the T-Birds and Pink Ladies as we bring you the ultimate tribute to one of the most iconic movie musicals of all time! Summer Nights: A Tribute to […]
Read More »Cherokee County Arts Council Presents “The Eye and the After,” A Solo Exhibition by Kira Bursky
PRESS RELEASE- Cherokee County Arts Council Presents “The Eye and the After,” A Solo Exhibition by Kira Bursky Murphy, NC – The Cherokee County Arts Council (CCAC) is pleased to announce “The Eye and the After,” a solo exhibition featuring artist Kira Bursky, running from August 1 through August 31, 2025, at the Center Gallery. […]
Read More »Historic Honey Badger Birth at North Georgia Wildlife Park
PRESS RELEASE- CLEVELAND, GA – North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park is proud to announce a once-in-a-generation event: the birth of a honey badger, believed to be the only one born in the United States in over 15 years-and possibly the only one currently in the country. Now 12 weeks old, this rare baby is […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK JAE
HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK Meet Jae, a fun little chihuahua who loves to go for long walks, enjoys the company of small dogs, lounging on a sofa, and being close to his peeps. He is around 8 years old, up to date on all vetting; including a recent dental. Homeward Bound Pet […]
Read More »CHRISTMAS IN JULY- Dahlonega
CHRISTMAS IN JULY IN DAHLONEGA Downtown Festivities | July 25–28, 2025 This July, Dahlonega is celebrating everyone’s favorite holiday a little early! While the Christmas in a Small Town convention is bringing a touch of Hallmark magic to our community, our charming downtown is also getting into the festive spirit — with no ticket required. ABOUT THE CONVENTION […]
Read More »SUNFLOWERS & SELFIES
Saturday, Aug 2, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM – Smithgall Woods State Park – Helen, GA – A much-awaited annual event, Sunflowers & Selfies, promises to deliver on a family-fun day of hayrides, games, photo ops, a native plant sale, and our blooming field of sunflowers. Learn about the park, from our knowledgeable guides, as […]
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