Fannin County Young Farmers Association presents its upcoming Family Night event! This event will include a low country boil dinner and cornhole. They invite the community for an evening of fellowship, food, and fun. Fannin County Young Farmers Association 43 Station Ridge Blue Ridge, GA 30513(706) 455-2545 AUGUST 7, 2026 BEGINS AT 5:30 PM
Read More »76TH ANNUAL GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR
Look forward to the 76th annual Georgia Mountain Fair, held at the historic Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds this summer! Thousands of visitors from across the region have experienced the excitement and nostalgia that the event has to offer. With first class music performances, arts & crafts, fun carnival rides, unique attractions and a glimpse into North […]
Read More »RIDGE JAM – BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
3rd Annual Ridge Jam Award-winning bluegrass bands are coming to Blue Ridge July 31-Aug. 1 to perform at the third annual Ridge Jam festival. The two-day festival serves as a fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and last year raised thousands of dollars for the charity. Music starts at noon on Friday and at […]
Read More »Watermelon Feta Salad
This refreshing watermelon feta salad is made with sweet and juicy watermelon, tangy feta, and red onion tossed with lime juice, balsamic, fresh mint, and basil for an amazing combination of flavors. Ingredients 1/2 large chilled seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 small red onion, sliced 1 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves 1 […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK
Meet Nyx, a 2-year old girl who must think she was the winner of the glass slipper. When we heard about Nyx, she had just been found abandoned and left tied to a bush with no food or water. Most anyone else would have had a dim view on life and people in general; but […]
Read More »WESTERN MURDER MYSTERY DINNER FUNDRAISER
WANTED: Brave Cowboys, Clever Detectives & Animal Lovers! There’s trouble brewin’ in the Old West, partner, and we need your help! The Humane Society of Blue Ridge is invitin’ all good folks to mosey on over to Watkins Barn & Venue on Thursday, July 30th, from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM for a rootin’, tootin’, […]
Read More »Perfect Summer Fruit Salad
This fruit salad is perfect for a backyard bbq party or any occasion. There are never leftovers! This is one of my favorite fruit salad recipes, as I think the citrusy sauce really makes it. This salad is tastier the longer you can let it soak in its juices. I prefer 3 to 4 hours […]
Read More »Christmas in a Small Town: featuring Dahlonega
Christmas in a Small Town: featuring Dahlonega (This is a separate event from the town, they are not putting on the event) Dates: July 24-26 The Theme? Celebrate the spirit of Christmas….right in the middle of summer! Join us in the charming town of Dahlonega for A Small Town Christmas, a one-of-a-kind, ticketed convention that […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK
Meet Pebbles! If you’re looking for a puppy with equal parts personality, sweetness and charm, Pebbles is ready to steal your heart! Just look at that smile!! Who can resist?? At 5 months old, this adorable boxer mix is everything you could want in a puppy; curious about her world, eager to learn and happiest […]
Read More »Meals for Mutts
EAT TACOS. HELP PETS. Join us Wednesday, July 22nd as we partner with Safe Pet Project! A portion of the day’s sales will be donated to help support their mission of caring for pets in our community. Enjoy your favorite Lucky’s meal Support local animals Make a difference with every order
Read More »RIDGE JAM – BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Award-winning bluegrass bands are coming to Blue Ridge July 31-Aug. 1 to perform at the third annual Ridge Jam festival. The two-day festival serves as a fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and last year raised thousands of dollars for the charity. Music starts at noon on Friday and at 11 a.m. on Saturday […]
Read More »BARKS & BUSINESS
The 4th Friday of every month just got a whole lot better. Barks & Business is Blue Ridge’s monthly networking event where local professionals gather to connect, collaborate, and grow their businesses in the most relaxed setting imaginable. What better way to close out the month than fresh air, good company, and a worn out […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK
Meet Abe, a handsome hound mix puppy, who was born to bring smiles and laughter to everyone he meets. He is a natural comedian but is also serious about taking direction and learning. Abe loves the company of other dogs and does well in a group play situation. He has been introduced to cats and […]
Read More »Alaskan Peanut Butter Ice Cream Pie
Five simple ingredients and one of them is ice cream. You can change up the cereal you use in the peanut butter crust, and fill the pie with any ice cream flavor you like. Oh, the possibilities! Ingredients ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter ⅓ cup corn syrup (such as Karo®) 3 cups crushed sugar-frosted corn […]
Read More »Grilled Watermelon
Three ingredients are all you need to amp up your next summertime backyard BBQ. Grilling watermelon adds smokiness and is like a party in your mouth. If you experiment with different spices, keep the amount of sugar the same–you want the slices to caramelize and get good grill marks. Ingredients 1/2 baby watermelon, cut into […]
Read More »KC Bison Summer Jam
Come out and support local artists Kurt Thomas and Radford Windham as they perform live music alongside Angie Rey, a finalist from The Voice. This will be a great evening of entertainment for a great cause. All proceeds from the event will benefit ConnectAbility, a local nonprofit dedicated to serving our community. Get your tickets […]
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