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PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF Alice Sexton

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Hello Spring! Hello Daffodils! We’re all so glad to see you! And thank you

Ace Hardware in Ellijay for my awesome Boggs boots- they are definite mud-killers, but oh-so-sparkly and stylish for these April showers that bring

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EDITOR Greg Dunn trainingdunnright@gmail.com

us– uh flowers– but really, mostly mud. But I like mud– who says I’m a pessimist?

Ah well– AC Magazine has suffered another great loss. The Minister of Knapping and Rolling

EVENTS EDITOR Advertising Sales Ann Merry annmerry@ymail.com

in Leaves has gone over the Rainbow Bridge. As many of you know, I take on elderly rescues that don’t have a chance, and The Boy fulfilled his job at AC Mag for almost 2 years like a real journalist, snoring all the way. He had no pension– as none of us do any longer– however he’s in good company with my other retirees under the old oak tree. He was a sweet, gentle soul and will be missed by everyone who met him.

The good news is that AC Mag has hired a new undercover reporter to sniff out the most awesome events in north Georgia. Thanks to the RESCUED program at the Colwell Detention Center (spon-

Undercover at the 1st Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade hosted by the Boro Inn in Blue Ridge. Maxine sniffs out the Corned Beef and Cabbage. Appropriate Irish disguise provided by Koby Cook.

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Two Paws Up Grooming and the Gilmer County Animal Shelter, among others) I’ve hired a new well-trained assistant. Maxine is on the ready to cover any and all events with a big smile and a wave of her magnificent tail.

So say hello to Maxine, and keep an eye out for her at the next event (sshhshe’s undercover!).

Yes- it’s spring, finally. In this issue you’ll find the most complete guide to the Spring & Summer Festivals in north GA. With a special tip of the ‘Tam-o-Shanter’ to the Blairsville Scottish Festival– I can almost hear the bagpipes now– just don’t ask me to try the Haggis, well maybe. Arts In The Park is one of the favorite destinations in beautiful downtown Blue Ridge for fabulous arts, food and entertainment. For hometown fun don’t miss the Ball Ground Heritage Days Festival, the Big Canoe Tour of Homes and new this year– the Gilmer County Apple Blossom Festival. You’ll surely want to attend the Mother’s Day Pow-Wow- to not only celebrate your moms- but to

CONTRIBUTORS Stuart Brenner, Rachel Buckley, Jim & Rhonda Carruthers, Ande & Koby Cook, Casey Crowe, Val Doll, Greg Dunn, Jan Eaton, Diana Garber, Jesse Gentry, Diane Hassett, Betty Kossick, Jean Lomax, Ann Merry, Gordon Moseley, Collette & Charlie Perrone, Penney Trentman, Lynn Varian, Lisa Lyle Waggoner & Cindy Williams 7th RESCUED Class at the Colwell Detention Center: Jason Robertson and Casper, Gordon Mosley and Precious, Corey Welch and Maxine, Christopher Ruth and Mack, Andrew Holcomb, Samuel Wilburn and Zeus, and Jesse Gentry and Rex.

learn of our local Native Indian Heritage. Maxine plans to cover this event, undercover, of course, maybe on horseback.

After Spring comes Summer, YAY! In our Summer Fun issue get the scoop on what’s new in the north GA Mountains. Have you heard of Agritourism?

Me neither- but we’ll tell you all about it. Rivers, hiking/biking trails, summer consignment sales and homemade ice cream recipes. Also- your pet and you and what to do. Wow! It’s definitely time to get your summer on and spend some time in the southern Appalachians.

Goodbye The Boy. See the rest of you all here in the mountains!

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Restaurant Spotlight, Charlie's Italian Restaurant & Pizzaria Old Family Recipes and Gluten Free Pastas, Something for Everyone

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We All Deserve A Second Chance Four Paws, Two Legs, Training Programs and a Lot of Love

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Time to Get Dirty Mountain Ridge Garden Shop & Johnson Nursery are Here to Help

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Shaconage, Etowah, Coosawattee Majestic Mountains, Tranquil Rivers and the Perfect Resort Getaway

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Celebrate with a Hundred Thousand Welcomes at The Blairsville Scottish Festival

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Kickoff the Spring/Summer Festival Season at the Blairsville Scottish Festival!

Enjoy the ever-popular Highland Games for adults and kids alike. There's also the Ceilidh Block Party on the Square, the Kilted Golf Classic and the Kilted Mile.

Get your fill of Fiddles, Bagpipes and Haggis.

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Charlie's Italian Restaurant

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This year marks the 3rd year that Charlie's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria has been in their “new” location in Ellijay. With over 45 years of experience, owners Charlie and Collette Perrone are very dedicated to providing high quality, fresh ingredients in each dish. Everything from their signature family recipes– such as Chicken Parmigianina, Seared Sea Salmon and Char-broiled Lamb Chops– to their salads and sandwiches– are made fresh and to order. Their house Marinara sauce is an old family recipe from the town of Bari, Italy where Charlie grew up. This is a light, yet chunky vegetarian sauce, so fresh and natural that you can taste each and every flavor.

Another favorite among their loyal clientele is Charlie’s all vegetarian Minestrone soup. No MSG, fresh local ingredients and no chicken stock make this one of the best items on the menu for those who are health conscious. New at Charlie’s are the many gluten-free pastas which can be used in almost any dish. Just ask and they will make every effort to accommodate your request. Have dietary restrictions? Let your server know– no salt, no butter? No problem!

Charlie's owes its success to always listening to their patrons and changing with their customer’s needs. New for this year are Charlie’s Specials. The $5 Lunch Special served weekdays from 11am-2pm are a hit with the local business crowd. And the new Family Takeout Dinners are a steal at $24.95. Take home a delicious meal for four weekly Monday-Thursday from 4:30pm -9pm. Charlie’s also has Early Bird Specials from 3pm-5:30pm. Got a date?

Wednesday is Couples Date Night, don’t forget to order another house favorite, the Toasted Strawberry Shortcake.

Open 6 days a week, Charlie’s is local all the way and very dedicated to the surrounding community and businesses. With advance notice they provide large orders to go for lunch or dinner from 20 to 100 diners. A private banquet room that seats 30 is available for corporate meals or rehearsal dinners. Charlie and Collette pride themselves on working with your needs and within your budget.

Don't miss your chance to eat authentic Italian food in a cozy, family-like setting at Charlie's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria!

Open Monday-Thursday 11am - 9pm; Friday 11am - 10pm; Saturday 10:30 - 10pm; closed Sunday.

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MOTO IN THE MOUNTAINS From Smooth Gravel Roads to Rugged Terrain, Outdoor Adventure Editor Greg Dunn Takes Us Off Road

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I've been obsessed with two wheeled machines for as long as I can remember.

When I was three, I talked my Dad into taking the training wheels off my 76’ Schwinn Stingray, and have been riding ever since. That same year I also rode my first motorcycle, a 1976 Honda Z50. That bike belonged to my older cousin Todd who would actually have to remove the seat just so I could touch the ground. I rode that thing every time I got a chance. By the age of 4, I had somehow convinced my parents to get me a dirtbike of my own. I began racing motocross at age 15 with dreams of racing pro. At age 20 however I gave up the sport due to a blown ACL and shoulder suffered during the same season.

When my wife Carrie and I moved to Blue Ridge 4 years ago, it had been over 15 years since owning a motorcycle.

Racing mountain bikes over those years helped to fill the void, but I never lost my love for motos. Realizing how many miles of forest service roads and legal trails that North Georgia had to offer, I broke down and bought a KTM 250 XCFW which is a (barely) street legal dirt-bike. I have to admit that I felt a little guilty buying such a big toy (just a couple months before my wedding) but that quickly faded as soon as I cracked that throttle! Braaap!

North Georgia Is loaded with hundreds of miles of forest service roads that are accessible by dirt-bike. From smooth gravel roads such as those found throughout the Cohuttas, to more rugged terrain found on Duncan Ridge, there is something for all skill levels. The Chattahoochie-Oconee National Forests also contain designated Off-HighwayVehicle recreation areas (OHV) that are much more technical

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Above Left: Greg Dunn and Tom Watson of MotoXcursion (www.moto-xcursion.com) tackle Big Bear Creek. Above Right: Dunn's garage, what rider has only one bike? Left: North Georgia is one of the most beautiful places for off-road riding.

and diverse than some of the forest service roads. The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests operate under motor vehicle laws set by the State of Georgia.

This means that anyone operating an OHV on a Forest Service road (including dirt/gravel roads) must follow all State vehicle laws and must have a valid driver's license.

OHV areas however, do not require licensed OHV’s but do have specific rules and regulations of their own.

If you decide to explore the North Georgia Mountains by dirt-bike, be sure to get an official USFS map of the Chattahoochie-Oconee National Forest. Be mindful of opportunities for refilling the gas tank and plan your trip accordingly. Gas stations can be few and far between depending on which areas you choose to ride. Running out of gas in the middle of the forest is no fun so be prepared!

For more information on dirt bike riding in the Chattahoochie-Oconee National Forest visit: http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/conf/recreation/ohv/

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The Perfect Match and a Second Chance

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It’s a new day at the Colwell Probation Detention Center. 12 detainees, including two named Mosley and Gentry wake up in their dorms.

They put their feet on the floor and then; they do something unexpected, something beautiful and ingenious that has the potential to revolutionize incarceration in the United States. They lovingly smile and say, “good morning” to their dogs. For nearly two years, the Colwell Probation Detention Center in Blairsville, GA has teamed up with the expert dog trainers of Cold Nose College and Carol Shannon, owner of Two Paws Up Mobile Grooming to create the RESCUED program.

Fully Funded by Tri State Pet Rescue, RESCUED is a 10 week program that matches a detainee with a dog in need of care and patient training. With the expectation of preparing a shelter dog to be with a permanent family and detainees for success in society and the workforce, RESCUED is proving to be a more effective and unique approach to achieve the successful rehabilitation of detainees and their four legged friends.

In July of 2012, RESCUED officially became the first dog rescue program within the Georgia Department of Corrections.

The brain child of Jan Eaton of Tri State Pet Rescue and Diane Hassett, Superintendent of Colwell Probation Detention Center, RESCUED has taught the detainees, “viable job skills that will enable them to gain employment upon re-entry into their communities thus giving them a chance of being ‘rescued’ from the revolving door of incarceration,” says Hassett. While the detainees are given companionship, they are also taught useful skills and given the privilege of on the job training which is expected to help solidify their foundation as productive citizens. The detainees are selected to participate in the program after an extensive application process which includes an essay, a thorough background check of their criminal histories and an assessment of their April/May 2014

Top Left: Every dog wants a forever home, Mack asks for his.

Bottom Left: Graduates of the 7th RESCUED Class at the Colwell Detention Center. Jason Robertson and Casper, Gordon Mosley and Precious, Corey Welch and Maxine, Christopher Ruth and Mack, Andrew Holcomb, Samuel Wilburn and Zeus, and Jesse Gentry and Rex. Above: Affection is mutual. Corey Welch and Maxine.

Below: Each dog is issued a photo ID that the detainees wear attached to their own.

institutional behavior. When the detainee has smoothly and successfully completed the first part of the process, he is interviewed by a panel. “Those that interview are introduced to a dog to see how they interact with the animal,” continues Hassett. “After this, the board makes a decision of who will fill the vacant handler positions based on all the information available.”

Detainees who are welcomed into the program can expect the next 10 weeks to include basic computer and resume building instruction, a variety of instructional presentations and on the job training in dog obedience and grooming.

With over 30 years of grooming experience, Carol Shannon of Two Paws Up in Blue Ridge, GA is the driving force behind the certificate the detainees earn in dog grooming from Central Georgia Technical College. She teaches the inmates basic grooming

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skills such as, bathing, blow drying, brushing, conditioning and haircutting.

Detainees also learn to pluck and clean ears, care for eyes and trim nails.

Carol is more than happy to help with the RESCUED program. “It would be an honor,” she said when asked to volunteer. Fortunately, Carol is not alone in her generosity; more experts have willingly offered their knowledge to ensure the prosperity of RESCUED. Based in Murphy, North Carolina, Cold Nose College plays a vital role in the success of RESCUED. As the owners of Cold Nose College, Brad and Lisa Waggoner along with experienced trainer, Tiffany Lovell teach inmates modern, positive reinforcement training as well as pet first aid and CPR. The detainees are educated in the use of ‘clicker training’ which is an extremely effective way to train dogs. “With clicker training, the dog learns that the sound of the ‘click’ is what tells them they got it right, and reinforcement for the successful exercise brings them a yummy piece of food,” explains Brad Waggoner. Cold Nose College uses a variety of methods to educate the detainees, such as demonstrations, lectures, videos and hands on coaching.

“The men learn they can change another’s behavior without the use of force or intimidation,” says Waggoner.

These experiences prepare dogs for adoption and provide the detainees with essential social skills and good work habits.

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success in society and in a work environment. Of the 23 detainees who have completed the program and been released from the Colwell Probation Detention Center, two have continued their work in animal care.

“To date of the 23 released, we have one who is working full time teaching good manners training at a very reputable business and we have another employed with a veterinary clinic,” says Superintendent Hassett. The Colwell Probation Detention Center prides itself in the reinforcement of respect, self-control and discipline in all detainees. But, as Hassett explains, “a fourth has been added to those participating in the program, integrity, always doing what is right even when no one else is looking.” Integrity is of great importance to any employer who is in need of good, trustworthy employees. While character building is an important goal of RESCUED, the detainees learn many other useful 14

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By Casey Crowe Four little paws and a wagging tail A little cold nose and a tongue as well A second chance for you and me That’s why it’s called RESCUED! I feed your belly, you feed my heart I knew I’d love you before this could start In a few weeks you’ll have a new home A family to love you, a world to roam.

Starting off crazy just feeling you out Soon we’ll see what this is about I really can’t wait to get to know you Excited by the love I’ll get to show you The things I teach you will help you fit in And hold up the standard of man’s best friend The things you teach, you’ll never see But for this a better person I’ll be.

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skills that may improve their chances of success upon reentry into the workforce. Kathy Rich and Linda Garver of North Georgia Technical College teach participating detainees basic computer and resume building skills, Scott Nanney of United Community Bank presents, “How to Start a Small Business” and Counselor Ellen Kennedy shares her course, “Motivation for Change.” Detainees are also awarded On the Job Training Certificates in Grooming by Middle Georgia Technical College. When strong character is matched with practical skill, detainees are better equipped to rejoin and excel in the workforce.

Having graduated from the program on February 18, 2014, detainees Mosley and Gentry consider RESCUED a gift. “Fortunately for me and Mosley, we were accepted into the program, and we are very grateful,” says Gentry. After completion of the April/May 2014

Maxine was adopted!

She has been in her forever home– a cabin in the mountains, with publisher/editor Alice Sexton where she takes long walks and then sleeps on the couch.

Woof!

Opposite Page Top: From left to right, Samuel Wilburn and Zeus, Gordon Mosley with Precious and Jesse Gentry with Rex. Opposite Page Bottom: From left to right, Precious, Zeus, Casper, Rex and Maxine.

Left: Detainee Ruth and his family and Mack celebrate at graduation.

Great news– they adopted Mack!!!

Below: Wall mural in Dorm 5, by Detainee Gordon Mosley and Detainee Gentry

program Mosley’s dog, Precious and Gentry’s dog, Rex have continued their search for permanent homes. This can be challenging for the detainees, but Mosley explains, “I’m happy to give someone else the chance to have a loving dog.” The detainees and the dogs exchange invaluable gifts. As the newly trained dogs move on to loving homes, the detainees reflect on the importance of patience and companionship. “I learned a lot about building patience up,” says Gentry. “If I get discouraged, I have to persevere with it. If I keep on trying, I know I can succeed.”

Following his release, Gentry plans to apply at a doggie day care that is near his parents’ house. Mosley plans to use his new training skills on his own dogs; his work skills will be used to expand his remodeling business. With so many shelter dogs in need of patient training and so many detainees in need of rehabilitation, it seems RESCUED has made a perfect match. In the words of April/May 2014

Gentry, “It’s a second chance,” not only for the detainees, but for the shelter dogs they have loved so much. AC For information on adopting a dog from the RESCUED program please contact any one of these wonderful organizations Tri State Pet Rescue P.O. Box 419 Blue Ridge, GA 30513 706. 633. 7282 www.tristatepetrescue.com Gilmer County Animal Shelter 4152 Highway 52 East Ellijay, GA 30540 706. 635. 2166 Open to the public: Tuesday - Friday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Closed Sunday, Monday, and all holidays. www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA473.html

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Cold Nose College Training Center Address 5718 High­way 64 West, Suite 10 Mur­phy, NC 28906 (828) 644‑9148 www.coldnosecollege.com Two Paws Up Mobile Pet Salon Serving Fannin, Gilmer and Union Counties, Georgia 706. 455. 9883 www.twopawsupgrooming.com Rachel Buckley is a freelance writer based in Decatur, GA. She may be reached by email at rachel@rayscribes.com

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Mountain Ridge Garden Shop & Johnson Nursery– A gardener's Dream team Are you ready to dig in the dirt?

Spring is here—and it’s time to get your garden ready. If you want to shop where you can get everything you need for gardening, look for the big red barn surrounded by colorful spinners and flags: the experienced staff at Mountain Ridge Garden Shop are here to help.

For starters, Mountain Ridge Garden Shop stocks everything you need from soil amendments, fertilizers and worm casting to water gardens. And if you want native trees and shrubs we have them. Are you overwhelmed with deer and don’t know where to start in shooing them off? We have the answer for you.

In addition, we provide an excellent selection of flowering trees, locally grown annuals, perennials, exceptionally lovely hanging baskets, big, gorgeous Boston fern, herbs and veggies. If you’re going organic, we can go with you by offering many products that are eco-friendly.

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owned business for 24 years, with a knowledgeable staff, which is the largest fruit tree grower in the South. Johnson Nursery grows almost 50 varieties of apples, as well as a large variety of peaches, pears, grapes, and berries.

Through this partnership, we’ll offer our customers quality fruit trees and supplies. Are you a first-time orchard grower or already have one started?

Either way, we can help you.

Need help with landscaping? Just call and make an appointment with us and we’ll sit down with you and help you get through the process to do the project successfully.

Those special touches of unique pottery, yard art, and fountains found at Mountain Ridge Garden Shop will not be run-of-the-mill that you find at box stores and discount places, ours are singular enough to bring “Oohs” and Aahs.”

Above: Penney Trentman and the Mountain Ridge Garden Shop and Bill Ford of Johnson Nursery have joined forces to offer even more choices for your dream garden this springs.

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TIME TO GET YOUR GARDEN ON

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Spring Vegetable Planting Schedule April

> Plant your choices of the following “warm-season” or “frosttender” crops: beans (snap, pole and lima), cantaloupe, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, okra, field peas, peppers, squash, tomatoes and watermelon. > Plant tall-growing crops such as okra, pole beans and corn on the north side of other vegetables to avoid shading. Plant two or more rows of corn for better pollination. > Make a second planting within two to three weeks of the first planting of snap beans, corn and squash. Within three to four weeks of the first planting, plant more lima beans and corn. For better pollination, plant at least two or more rows. > Be sure to plant enough vegetables for canning and freezing. > Cultivate to control weeds and grass, to break crusty soil and to provide aeration. > Maintain mulch between rows. > For the crops planted earlier, side-dress as described above. > Plant tender herbs. > Remember: Do not work in your garden when the foliage is wet to avoid spreading diseases from one plant to another.

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> Make third plantings of vegetables mentioned for April (snap beans, corn, squash, lima beans). > Control grass and weeds; they compete for moisture and fertilizer. > Locate mulching materials for such crops as tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, Irish potatoes, okra and lima beans. Apply before dry spells occur but after plants are well established (usually by blooming time). > Pole beans cling to the trellis or sticks more readily if attached by the time they start running. > Try a few tomato plants on stakes or trellises this year. Now is the time to start removing suckers and tying the plants up. >Watch out for the “10 most wanted culprits”: Mexican bean beetle, Colorado potato beetle, bean leaf beetle, Harlequin cabbage bug, blister beetle, cabbage worm, tomato hornworm, tomato fruit worm (and corn earworm), cucumber beetle and squash bug. Early discovery makes possible early control. > Follow the schedule given in Extension Circular 594, Control Vegetable Garden Insects, for control of corn earworm and pickle worm. > Begin disease control measures as needed. Check with your county extension office for more information. > Water and mulch as needed. > Keep a log book of problems and failures that occur so you can avoid or prevent them in the next planting season. Note successful techniques and varieties for consideration next season. > Make plans now for putting up some of your garden produce. > Check with your county extension office for more information.

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Workshops and fun events are something we enjoy offering our customers. Our first good-time event of the spring season is an Easter Egg Hunt for kids from birth to age eight, on April 19 at 10 a.m. Bring them with their baskets to fill, and we’ll have Studio 5 Photography on-site for picture-taking , in addition to games.

Looking on to autumn, when we close the growing season, our biggest event of the year is our build-yourown–scarecrow workshop. No one in north Georgia wants to miss it!

Saturdays throughout the planting, growing season, we conduct various workshops for adults and kids. If you check our website, you won’t want to miss any of them. AC Mountain Ridge Garden Shop 746 River Street Ellijay, GA 30540 Monday through Friday 9am - 6pm

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Based on the book of the same title, the Native Plants of North Georgia application is a quick guide for plant enthusiasts of North Georgia Spring is around the corner, and University of Georgia Extension has a new app to help families and outdoor enthusiasts make the most of those first springtime hikes.

Native Plants of North Georgia, now available for iPad, iPhone and Android devices, is a consumer-oriented field guide of the flowers, trees, ferns and shrubs that populate north Georgia’s lawns and forests.

Stationed in the heart of the Chattahoochee National Forest, UGA Extension Coordinator for Union County and the apps’ content author, Mickey Cummings, has spent his career identifying plants for day-trippers, hikers and homeowners in north Georgia.

“I started wanting to create a collection of photographs that backpackers could use to identify plants on the trail,” Cummings said. “All the reference material I was working with was too large to pack, and we wanted something that would be easy for people to use.”

He first developed a hard copy of his guide, a pocket-sized laminated flipbook, in May 2008 to help the public identify local plants on the fly.

UGA Extension has sold more than 1,000 copies of that original book and the free online edition has been viewed more than 6,000 times.

Representatives from Southern Regional Extension Forestry, UGA Extension and the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental April/May 2014

Each plant listing is accompanied by a photograph and a brief plant description.

The description contains the common name, scientific name, leaf description, flower description, habitat and plant uses (for historic perspective only). Plants are grouped according to their bloom times .

Sciences Office of Information Technology decided to use the popular guide as a pilot project in their development of mobile applications for UGA Extension.

The app, developed by application programmer Benaiah Morgan, allows the public to browse photos of plants organized by their

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blooming periods and includes leaf and bloom descriptions as well as scientific and common names.

Other UGA Extension faculty members have collaborated on apps in recent years, mostly focusing on horticulture, pest management and turfgrass management. However, Native Plants of North Georgia is the first app to be produced by the UGA Extension publications and Extension digital productions team.

All versions of this app are free and ready for download through the Apple App Store and Google Play. A PDF version of the guide is available for free download and the original pocket-sized flipbooks are still available for purchase ($12.00) by visiting www.caes.uga. edu/publication.

UGA Extension offers hundreds of freeto-download, research-based publications providing information on everything from home vegetable gardening to pest control to native plant identification.

For more information about the library of information available visit extension.uga.edu or www.caes.uga.edu/publication.

Merritt Melancon is a news editor with the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.

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The Mighty Southern Azalea

Flame Azalea, R. calendulaceum

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Few plants can rival the spectacular floral displays of azaleas. Their vivid colors, profusion of flowers, and adaptability to a wide range of soils and climates make them one of the most popular flowering shrubs in Georgia.

Azaleas are members of the Ericaceae family, which includes blueberries and mountain laurel. All azaleas are rhododendrons, and both are in the genus Rhododendron. Generally, azaleas and rhododendrons have the same cultural requirements.

Several species of azaleas are native to Georgia and the Southeast. Their flower color ranges from white to pink, yellow, orange, scarlet or crimson, with several shades in between. Plant size is also variable, ranging from 3 feet to more than 20 feet. Although native azaleas are considered more adaptable and more hardy than introduced species, it is still important to approximate their native growing environment if they are to be grown successfully.

Azaleas can be planted successfully any time of year, provided they can be watered during establishment. Fall planting is best because it is less stressful to the plant than spring and summer planting.

Azaleas thrive in moist, well-drained soils high in organic matter. Filtered shade is best because some light is necessary for flower bud formation.

Mulching is a simple yet beneficial cultural practice for azaleas. Mulches conserve water in the soil, insulate roots against summer heat and winter cold, and discourage weeds April/May 2014

The following are some native azalea species found in north Georgia

Pinxterbloom azalea, R. periclymenoides

Unlike other shrubs in the landscape, azaleas are shallow rooted and can be easily injured by excess fertilizer. In fact, some experienced azalea growers do not apply chemical fertilizes at all.

They have found that plants usually can obtain sufficient nutrients for growth and flowering from the organic matter added to the planting hole and from the decaying mulch on the soil surface.

The best time to prune azaleas is after they bloom. Always prune, however, with a purpose in mind, not just because it is the time to prune. Some plants may need pruning to remove tall, lanky growth or vigorous suckers that detract from the overall form and shape of the plant.

Sometimes it is necessary to prune old, over-grown plants to rejuvenate them or to reduce their size. Like many other broadleaf plants, healthy azaleas can be pruned to within 6 to 12 inches of ground level and will respond with an abundance of new shoots growing from the old wood.

By purchasing healthy, pest-free plants adapted to your area, planting properly, and following cultural guidelines, you will be rewarded with years of colorful blooms and lasting landscape beauty. AC

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Alabama Azalea, R. alabamense [ah-luhba-MEN-see] bears white flowers with a yellow blotch. It has a lemony-spice fragrance. This low to medium size shrub grows in Alabama and western Georgia.

Piedmont Azalea, R. canescens [kuhNES-enz] has white to pinkish tubular flowers with stamens two to three times longer than the petals. This tall-growing plant may attain a height of 15 feet. Some have flowers with a musky-sweet, honeysuckle-like fragrance. As the common name implies, the Piedmont Azalea is native to the Piedmont region of Georgia and other states.

Flame Azalea, R. calendulaceum [kuh-lendew-LAY-see-um] has flower colors ranging from brilliant shades of yellow to orange or red, with a large prominent yellow to orange blotch on the upper lobe (petal). Its flowers tend to be larger than the other native species. Flame azalea is native from the Appalachian Mountains to the Piedmont region.

Pinxterbloom Azalea, R. periclymenoides [pair-ih-kly-men-NOY-deez], previously classified as R. nudiforum, has narrow, wavy flowers that are either white, pale pink or deep pink. It is native from the Appalachian Mountains to the Piedmont and Coastal Plain.

Swamp Azalea, R. viscosum [viss-KO-sum] has white to pink flowers that have a spicy, clover-like fragrance. The plant is variable in size and usually grows in low areas along stream banks from Maine to Georgia and west to Texas.

Cumberland Azalea, R. cumberlandense [kum-bur-lan-DEN-see], previously classified as R. bakeri, has bright orange-red flowers. Plant height varies from 1 foot up to 6 feet. It can be found from the Kentucky-Tennessee-Cumberland plateau to the mountains of north Georgia.

Oconee Azalea, R. flammeum [FLAMee-um], previously classified as R. speciosum, has yellow, yellow-orange or red flowers with a large yellow blotch on the top lobe (petal). This species is native to low elevations in open woods and on slopes across central Georgia. www.acmagazine.org

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A Little Bit of

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Vacation Here Today Live Here Tomorrow

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WORDS: Betty Kossick PHOTOS: coosawattee River resort

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One is never alone in the north Georgia mountains. When you look across a panoramic view of the blue-grey hazed mountain ranges named Shaconage by the Cherokee and spy green valleys, your thoughts fill with reminders of those early residents: Native Americans and the early European settlers. People long gone, but their names remain everywhere, including the moniker Coosawattee River Resort, located at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.

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An hour north of Atlanta, the foothills of the Appalachian mountains are studded with places and features bearing heritage names such as Coosawattee, Lick Log and Etowah, and storied rivers and streams spread out like welcoming outstretched arms. In Ellijay, the scenic Cartecay and Ellijay Rivers marry to form the Coosawattee River, the river that inspired James Dickey’s novel, Deliverance and the movie of the same name. A six mile stretch of the Coosawattee River meanders through Coosawattee River Resort rushing over Georgia’s natural marble and granite before spilling into Carter’s Lake abutting the Westernmost end of the resort.

For at least 17,000 years, the beauty and bounty provided by the rivers have attracted human settlers. Reminders and influences of the agrarian Cherokee society that once made this bountiful area home were evident in the homes and businesses of the early European immigrant settlers who laid the foundations for the north Georgia mountain towns we find today.

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Out of this, one of the most popular attractions sought today grew along with the apple orchards developed in the early 1900s and later enhanced by locals—the annual Apple Festival in Ellijay. Abundant varieties of apples perfume the autumn air– and people come from near as well as other states to gather the tasty orbs for appetite’s delight. The wooing mountains draw visitors and residents along the way, just as the Coosawattee River Resort offers pleasure and relaxation. Health benefits of the fresh mountain air and the pristine environment brought many people to find rest, healing and tranquility. Today those same draws provide a peaceful repast for many, be they weekenders or residents.

Thirty-seven years ago, in 1977, the Coosawattee River Resort community of 5,500 acres of land division began, with covenants put into place to protect the community’s quality. There are 7,000 lots spanning the valley. A mighty fine plus to this development is the abutting to Georgia’s deepest lake of 567 feet, Carter’s Lake, managed by the United States Army Corp of engineers,

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with conservation as their ongoing service.

Carter’s Lake is renown beyond Georgia’s borders for its assortment of world-class bass. In fact, a striped bass, weighing in at over 50 pounds was caught in Carter's Lake!

Because there are no private docks or development, Carter’s Lake remains a pristine mountain gem, with 62 miles of shoreline, beaches, camping, picnic areas, biking, hunting and boating. The hunting is done beyond Coosawattee River Resort because the resort is a wildlife refuge within the mountains.

Entrance to the resort is available through four-gated entries.

Though Coosawattee River Resort is a four-season site where people choose to get-away from the pressures of city life, there are also tempting businesses nearby, such as the many antique stores, again with recall of the earlier era of time. Added to those are artist’s havens, wood worker’s shops, and needlework of gifted quilt makers and garment fare. Handmade soaps and candles and much more can be found in many corners of the nearby mountain towns.

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And there’s the fairgrounds that side along Coosawattee River Resort offering ball games, rodeos, auctions, horse and gun shows, carnivals and other activities. Medical facilities are close by, including state-of- the-art hospitals. Gilmer County Airport is just outside the resort and of course, the major airports in Atlanta and Chattanooga aren’t that far away.

Coosawattee River Resort is owned and operated by its members. The Homeowners Association is governed by a board of directors made up of elected property owner-volunteers.

Each property owned affords its owner one voting membership. The board also oversees the employees who work for the resort.

The resort is made up of a variety of property types. There are recreational vehicle lots, residential home lots, villas, time-shares, and private homes. Because the sub-division is large, the expenses are divided by the many owners; thus reasonable fees of less than $700 per year provide an enticing draw to home ownership at the resort.

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If you are looking for a quiet, tranquil, wooded and mountain setting, look no further than the Coosawattee River Resort. Residents pride themselves in being neighborly and will tell you that the best way for a prospective resident to decide if you want to live in a little bit of heaven is to rent a campsite or villa for a weekend or longer. So come visit and spend a lifetime in the Coosawattee River Resort. AC For more information contact: Coosawattee River Resort Real Estate/ Property Owners and Sales Office 24 Beaver Lake Drive Ellijay GA 30540 706. 276. 1060 x 241 706. 889. 2802 Cell www.coosawattee.net Coosawattee River Resort General Store, Tubing & Villas 25 Eagle Mountain Drive Ellijay GA 30540 706. 635. 1609 www.coosawattee.net

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The Coosawattee River Resort is known for its well maintained amenities. These amenities include; three pools (two outside and one covered/heated), two sets of tennis courts (one lighted), fitness facility, game room for the kids, miniature golf, stocked fishing pond, the Water Tower Conference Facility (meetings, weddings with a full commercial kitchen), Villa Rentals, the Coosawattee Barn (which houses Build An Ark Animal Rescue with all sorts of rescued animals) and five riverfront parks along 12 miles of shoreline of the Coosawattee River.

The Resort has a Public Safety Division, with 24/7 Security personnel that monitor gate, patrol the community, answer resident calls for service and provide animal control services.

If you are looking for community activities, Coosawattee has something for everyone.

Bridge Group Whist Card Group Hand and Foot Canasta Group Mah Jong Group Water Aerobics Group Deep Water Aerobics Group Horseshoe Group Kayaking Group Dog Hiking Group Hiking Group Tennis Group The Good Neighbor Club, a community service volunteer group with pot luck dinners once a month Coosawattee Torpedo’s youth Swim Group, which is a competitive swim group Pickin’ on the Porch at the Coosawattee River Resort General Store on Saturday evenings during summer Coosawattee River tubing all summer long www.acmagazine.org

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The Hills In The Hielands Alexander Anderson (1845-1909)

The hills in the Hielands are bonnie, Wi' the licht an' the shadow at play; An' the winds that mak' redder the heather Far up on the cliff an' the brae.

The white clouds are floatin' abune them, Like snawdrifts that never can fa', The hills in the Hielands are bonnie, The hills in the Hielands are braw!

The streets o' the city grow weary For want o' the glint an' the sheen; An' the wast wind has never a murmur O' woods that are wavin' wi' green: But O, for the bound o' the red deer, An' the curlew that bugles to a'; The hills in the Hielands are bonnie, The hills in the Hielands are braw.

I sigh for the roar o' the river Far down in the depths o' the glen, The rush an' the whirr o' the blackcock As he springs frae the side o' the ben; For the sweep o' the sky-cleavin' eagle, Whose wings are the bounds o' his law-The hills in the Hielands are bonnie, The hills in the Hielands are braw.

Then, O, to be up in the Hielands, Where the winds draw not bridle nor stay; Where the forests are tossing their banners, An' the breckans are thick on the brae.

Where the loch lies in shadow or sunshine, Or leaps to the winds as they blaw; The hills in the Hielands are bonnie, The hills in the Hielands are braw.

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The Hills in the Highlands are Bonnie!

2014 Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games

Ceud mĂŹle fĂ ilte!

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The 11th season of the Blairsville Scottish Festival kicks off June 13-15, 2014. The heritage of the early Scots, who settled in Union County during the Georgia Land Lottery in 1832 is revisited with Highland clans, Scottish folk dances and music, pageantry, bagpipes, bridies (meat pie), sgain dubhs (ceremonial knives), Ceilidhs (parties), Highland Games and a Kilted Golf Classic.

Jim McAfee, one of the founders of the now annual celebration tells that the mountains, hills, fields and winter rains made the early settlers feel like home in Scotland. “If your history includes Georgia, North and South Carolina, and Tennessee, you’ll most likely find your Scottish ancestors.”

McAfee further notes that 50 percent of the Union County phone book contains Scottish/Irish surnames with almost 400 beginning Mc or Mac. “The early settlers of Union County included many Scottish families with names such as Duncan, Gillespie, Henderson, Wallace and Gordon,” he points out.

In the center of mountain-town Blairsville lies the Butternut Creek Golf Course, where Friday June 13th the Kilted Golf Classic will find the “goilfeirs” registering at 10 am with tee off at 11 am Those who wear kilts will receive discounts, as well as many fabulous prizes awarded for play.

The fee is $75 per player, bring your foursome or be grouped in a team and meet new Scots.

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Block Party on the Square (Ceilidh is the Scottish word for party), 6-9 pm at the newly-renovated Downtown Square.

The party space includes the Season’s Inn Plaza and the Historic Courthouse. Here you’ll find an indoor concert at the courthouse, outdoor music, and other Scottish-style revelry in the plaza.

Stores and restaurants will be open for treats and Scottish fare. You’re invited to party like a Scot and encouraged to wear Scottish attire.

Entertainment throughout the weekend includes music: The Blarney Girls, Colin Grant-Adams, Appalachian Pipe and Drums, Solo Pipers, Scottish comedian, Bob Valentine; Uncle Hamish and the HooliGans, The Oatcakes and the Keltic Kudzus. And dance by: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (Atlanta Branch), and the Glencoe Highland Dancers. A Solo Piper will play “Flowers of the Forest” at the Saturday Massed Bands event in for of friends and family who have passed away.

The festival gates open Saturday the 14th, at 8 am, where the festivities move to Meeks Park, just beyond town. The Nottely River, which runs through the center of Meeks Park, offers outstanding photo opportunities.

Registration for the Kilted Mile Race begins at 8:30 am at the Clan Challenge Tent. Race starts at 10 am. Lads and lassies must be attired in kilts or tartans—or a BSF tee shirt.

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At 10:45 am, the Mini Cooper Car Parade winds its way through Meeks Park, where the cars will be displayed on a field of green.

Each year—and 2014 is no exception, a priority of the festival is children’s activities held at the Children’s Field, both Saturday and Sunday. Planned events: Gaelic train rides, Thistle Dhu miniature golf, Edinburgh Bouncy Castle, facepainting and passports to the clans, where they visit each clan tent to learn of their history. Also, afternoons offer Scottish Athletic competition—children’s style: toss the caber, heave the stone, and toss the sheaf, following trained volunteer instruction. Parents are required to stay and cheer-on the young athletes.

All ages will enjoy the animals of the highlands–Border Collies and sheep herding, the Gordon Setters, Highland Cattle, and the falcons and hawks.

The opening ceremony at noon Saturday features massed pipe and drum bands, with tartans flying, for a breathtaking spectacle. The Parade of Tartans, with more than 35 proud clans, will march—and later display in individual tents. The Scott Clan is the honored clan for 2014.

Saturday and Sunday will include clan gatherings, genealogy, athletic competitions, Highland dancing and instruction, historical re-enactors and ancient weaponry, including sgian dubhs.

There will be workshops on the harp, fiddle, bagpipe and dance. Scottish food, including haggis, bridies, scones, and American fare, is available, with scores of vendors displaying their wares.

The Southeastern Scottish Amateur Athletic Association sanctions the Blairsville Highland Games. The open fields are encircled by the clan tents that host the games. Classes Super April/May 2014

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A, A, B, and Masters for both men and women will compete Saturday and Sunday in seven different events: The Open Stone Throw, a 21.8 lb. stone is thrown for distance like a discus; The Hammer Toss of 56 and 28 lb. weights throw for distance; The Sheaf Toss, a 16 lb. bale of hay is tossed over a bar for height. The Caber Toss is one of the most popular events, originating from the tossing of fallen trees in the highland forests of Scotland.

Action packed afternoons include a Clan-Tug-of War and other clan competitions. Historical reenactments by the Clan Non Con portray the early Scottish settlers of Georgia, ax throwing, archery, Falconry and Flying Hawks, Bladesmithing and forging, the Women’s Haggis Hurl, and the Bonniest Knees and Boney-est Knees all provide hours of family fun.

Sunday morning at 9 am a special worship service: The Kirkin’ of the Tartans celebrates the pageantry of the highlands. The Parade of Tartans precedes the ceremony, paying tribute to the Scottish ancestors who struggled to preserve their liberty and religious freedoms. The Reverend K. Travis Adams leads the homily, the prayer of the saints of the Kirk, the Kirkin’ of the Tartans, and the Celtic Benediction.

All this pageantry is a bargain at $10 per day or two days for $15, children 12 and under are free. The admission fee includes parking—and handicapped parking is available.

Shuttles are available that run from the general parking lots and throughout Meeks Park. AC For more information contact: Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games, PO Box 766, Blairsville, GA, 30514 Tel: 706. 745. 2161 Email: bsfgh@yahoo.com www.blairsvillescottishfestival.org, www.acmagazine.org

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Our Fightingtown tavern is a fun hangout for locals and visitors both. It's a laid-back, casual and welcoming place that serves delicious, fresh, regionally-sourced comfort food with a pretty big twist.

We work closely with our food-service providers to source all of our ingredients from farms as close to the tavern as possible. And we also source from several local farms directly.

No Freezers. No Microwaves. No Kidding!

Our craft bar is built around our 10 beer taps– all from Georgia– and an awesome craft whiskey/bourbon selection.

We also carry more than 20 bottled beers and a full bar for exceptional cocktails, using fresh-squeezed juices.

Adding to the fun– we have great music, a couple of dart boards and old-fashioned shuffleboard tables.

The Tavern was built out with as much reclaimed materials as possible. We also use environmentally-safe cleaning products and energy-efficient products. Even our to-go containers are environmentally friendly.

For years we have worked behind the scenes to make a difference. Whether it's starting a canned food drive, organizing an annual fundraiser for our fire department or working with less fortunate kids in our neighborhood we want to give back.

Fightingtown Tavern gives us a chance to combine our passion for food with our commitment to changing the view on our fragile environment.

We can't wait to see y'all here for a burger and beer!

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Preparation Whisk together the lime juice, chili powder, jalapeno and chopped cilantro and pour over fish. Let marinate for 1 minute.

Chipotle Cole Slaw

The perfect side to Phish Tacos, or a great veggie meal in itself.

Remove fish from grill and let rest for 5 minutes, then flake with a fork. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Vinaigrette Ingredients 1 cup Champagne Wine Vinegar 1 cup Fresh Lime Juice 8 tbsp Dijon Mustard 6 tbsp Chipotle Pepper in Adobo, Pureed 16 Garlic Cloves, Chopped 6 tbsp Honey Olive Oil

Place fish on warmed flour tortillas, then garnish with cilantro leaves, jalapeno, cabbage, onion and tomatoes.

Top with sour cream or chipotle aioli.

Cole Slaw Ingredients 2 Heads Napa Cabbage 2 Red Bell Peppers, Julienned 4 Large Carrots, Julienned

Place fish onto hot grill and grill for 4 minutes on first side, then turn and cook for another 30-60 seconds.

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2 Red Onions, Sliced 4 Jalapenos, Julienned 4 Green Bell Peppers, Julienned 4 tsp Salt 1 tsp Pepper 8 tsp Sugar Preparation To make the vinaigrette, add the first 7 ingredients into a food processor and puree until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Toss all of the vegetables together then slowly add vinaigrette while tossing.

Refrigerate overnight before serving.

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What better way to bring in spring than with this special concoction? Paired with the Phish Tacos you simply can’t go wrong.

Ingredients 1 ½ oz Espolon Reposado Tequila 1 oz Torres Orange Liqueur ¼ oz Simple Syrup ¾ oz Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Preparation Pour all ingredients into a shaker over ice, shake well, then strain over ice-filled, salt-rimmed glass.

Great with the burgers too– Yum.

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Plus their homemade sauces and rubs that they use in their recipes!

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Welcome to the most complete list of

festivals and events in north Georgia! There’s surely more to do this Spring than humanly possible and we’re certain there’s something here for everyone. While every attempt has been made to provide accurate event listings, we urge you to confirm the information provided before making travel plans.

With that said, come and see all that north Georgia has to offer!

17th Annual Blue Ridge Writer’s Conference 2014: April 4 - 5 Blue Ridge Mountains Art Association (The Art Center). Writers will learn to hone their skills and expand their markets. Workshop Intensive and Meet & Greet on April 4th.

Conference takes place on April 5th. See more at: www.blueridgewritersconference. com or call 706-632-2144.

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Spring Plein Aire Festival 2014: April 11-13 The Blue Ridge Mountains Art Association (The Art Center) Celebrates Art & Adventure again this Spring with opportunities for our artists to come together and capture our area’s beauty in Plein Aire! The Spring Plein Aire Festival brings together the excitement of the 17th Annual Blue Ridge Adventure Race (below) along with the beauty of our mountain Spring. 9am to 4pm. For more information call 706-632-2144 or visit www. blueridgearts.com 17th Annual Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race 2014: April 12 - 13 The 17th running of Georgia’s first adventure race. This year will be two races in one; an Elite “real deal” adventure race with navigation; and a Sport race with a preplotted map and no navigation. There will be beautiful scenery and challenges in the

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mountains of north Georgia. There will be a great meal at the finish line along with a fun Kid’s Race for parents and kids on Sunday, April 13 at Mercier Orchards from 10 to 1pm.

For details visit our website: www.adventure racega.com 2nd Annual Springfest 2014: April 12 Helen, GA. 6-11pm. Help us welcome spring to Alpine Helen. This will be a celebration of new life returning to the mountains of Northeast Georgia. Enjoy music, dancing, food and beverages in the Festhalle on the banks of the beautiful Chattahoochee River.

Admission $7.00 per person, food and drinks extra. 706-878-2181 for more information 26th Annual Magical Easter Eggstravaganza 2014: April 12-14 Babyland General Hospital, Cleveland, GA, 8am-5pm. The Cabbage Patch Kids invite you April/May 2014

to their home on 650 acres in the Georgia mountains. The hospital staff has a day of activities planned, including breakfast with the Easter Bunny, an arts and crafts festival, dancing with Cabbage Patch Kid costume characters, hourly prize drawings, and a free Easter Egg hunt on the grounds of BabyLand General Hospital with 25,000 eggs. For information: 706-865-2171 Woodstock Earth Day Festival 2014: April 19 Grab your lawn chair and join us for free lunchtime music with DJ Tim Cahill of The Celebration Crew! Clap your hands and tap your feet while enjoying your lunch in the park! Pick up your lunch at one of our local restaurants or food vendors and enjoy the show. Moonwalk, kids crafts and vendors for everyone! The Park at City Center. Noon. www.whatsupwoodstock.com Cartecay Vineyards Awakening of the Vines Festival 2014: April 19 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM Cartecay Vineyards 5704 Clear Creek Rd. Ellijay GA. 30536 Call 706-698-9463 contact@cartecayvineyards.com or visit www.cartecayvineyards.com Easter Celebration! Eggstravaganza & Rabbit Palooza!

2014: April 19-20 North GA Zoo Petting Zoo & Petting Cleveland, GA. Saturday & Sunday 10-6pm. Come and search for Easter eggs. Visit our giant rabbit display and petting area. Meet a variety of rabbit breeds including the largest breed of rabbit in the world, and have your picture taken with a baby bunny! Find lots of eggs.

Purchase an Easter Basket and hunt eggs till your basket is full. Redeem your basket of eggs for an Easter goody bag. $5.00 per basket. For more information please call 706348-7279.

Rhododendron Festival at Hamilton Gardens 2014: April 19 – May 12 Take in the beauty of more than 3,000 rhododendrons, azaleas and wildflowers on the Lake Chatuge walking trail. Each Weekend, specially selected vendors will be offering a variety of handcrafted garden arts & crafts. Fridays & Saturdays, 10am - 5pm, Sundays 12 to 5pm Hamilton Gardens, 1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee, GA. Call 706. 896. 4191 or visit www. georgiamountainfairgrounds.com.

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6th Annual Blairsville Kiwanis Mountain Fair 2014: April 23 - 27 Fun filled adventure complete with rides galore. Fair includes: Games, delicious foods, cotton candy, and candy apples. Bluegrass music. Free Parking. Gate admission $2, Children under 12 free, unlimited ride ticket - $15. Single ride tickets also available. For more information call 706-781-6552 7th Annual Taste of Blue Ridge 2014: April 26 Saturday, 6PM-9PM. Willow Creek Falls & Vineyard, 35 Trackside Court. Benefitting the Humane Society of Blue Ridge. Featuring over 30 local and area restaurants and beer and wine vendors. Live and Silent Auctions.

Entertainment by Buckner Brothers. Order your tickets EARLY as they sell out quickly.

Tickets: $40 online; $45 @ door. For event information call 706-632-5224 or visit website: .humanesocietyofblueridge.org 18th Annual Bear on the Square Mountain Festival.

2014: April 26-27 Dahlonega, GA. A yearly celebration of Appalachian culture including music, art, and folk ways in the picturesque town of Dahlonega in the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains. Another exciting lineup of bluegrass and old-time musicians will be performing. Visit website www. bearonthesquare.org Big Canoe Tour of Homes 2014: May 2-3 This tour of beautiful, unique homes is sponsored by the Big Canoe Chapel Women’s Guild to benefit charities in Dawson and Pickens counties. For more information contact: 706-268-1396, bigcanoetour.org.

Serenberry Vineyards Spring Celebration 2014: May 3 Celebrate Nature’s annual ritual of awakening the vines from their winter slumber Saturday, from 1 to 6 p.m. The cuttings from our cold weather pruning will fuel a bonfire in the middle of the afternoon. Wine tastings and live music. Serenberry Vineyards, Morganton, GA, 450 Tipton Trail. 706-623-8463

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Georgia Apple Blossom Festival 2014: May 3-4 The inaugural Georgia Apple Blossom Festival will bring one exciting weekend to East Ellijay, Georgia with hand-selected, regional vendors offering food, art, crafts, a business expo and more. Spring is one of the best times of the year to visit the North Georgia Mountains.

The focus of the festival is LOCAL. We will host the best arts, craft and food vendors in the region. The festival will be pet-friendly and offer no cost for admission. There will be plenty of parking and restaurants in close proximity to the festival grounds. May 3 & 4, 2014 9am-5pm both days in East Ellijay on Craig Street parallel to Highway 515.

An initiative of the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce. Call 706-635-7400 if you have any questions. You may also visit georgiaappleblossomfestival.com Winegrowers Association of Georgia Wine Fest 2014: May 4 Habersham Winery Complimentary wine tastings from the Winegrowers Association of Georgia. 706. 878.9463 or www. habershamwinery.com American Indian Festival & Mother’s Day Powwow 2014: May 10-11 Celebrating Cherokee County’s rich history through entertainment, education and cultural fellowship! Native American dance exhibitions and competitions. Warriors on horseback. Native American cuisine such as buffalo, roasted corn, Pima wraps, Indian fry-bread and more.

Native arts and crafts.

Hoop dancers and Aztec dancers. Tipis, wigwam and living Indian village and displays. Northern Plains encampment and a Muscogee Creek settlement. Primitive skills: flint knapping, fire by friction, hide tanning, and archery. Environmental and wildlife displays & Birds of Prey show. Benefitting: My Brother’s Keeper Wildlife Rescue and The Cherokee Horse Rescue. Sat 11am- 7pm.

Sun 11am- 6pm.Adults (13 yrs and up) $15, Kids (6 – 12 yrs) $5, Children 5 yrs & younger FREE. Boling Park, 1200 Marietta Highway.

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12th ANNUAL BALL GROUND HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL & PARADE Saturday May 17, 2014 10 AM - 6 PM Parade Starts at 10 AM

Ball Ground City Park Historic Downtown Ball Ground

Gilmer Ferry & Old Dawsonville Roads Day long activities of music, kids’ corner, clogging, car cruise-in, BBQ & foods, antiques & artisans, heritage exhibit, model train exhibit and More!

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4th Annual Georgia Mountain EggFest 2014: May 16-17 Georgia Mountains Fairgrounds, Hiawassee, GA. An EggFest is a gathering of Big Green Egg fans and experienced cooks/chefs from all across the country. The cooks will be preparing recipes all day long. The noncooks (tasters) are free to stroll through the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and sample and experience wonderful egged food. For important details check the website: www.mountainegg.com 12th Annual Ball Ground Heritage Day Festival & Parade 2014: May 17 Downtown Ball Ground City Park. 10:00am6:00pm. Parade at 10:00am. Antiques, artisans, BBQ & other great foods, country singer Crysta Lynn, PowerTaps Cloggers, Stagefright Band. Day long activities of music, kids' corner, clogging, car cruise-in, BBQ & foods, antiques & artisans, heritage exhibit, model train exhibit. Fun for the entire family in wholesome, historic atmosphere. www.ballgroundheritagedays.com 3rd Annual Woodstock Public Safety Foundation Spring Festival 2014: May 17 Help support the many different projects of the Foundation and Woodstock Police and Fire Departments. An early morning "Hustle for the Heroes" 5k race is planned at First Baptist Church of Woodstock, register at http://www.active.com/! At 10am Join us at The Park at City Center for a huge kid's zone with moonwalks, games, rock climbing wall, bungee ride and other fun activities! Enjoy the police K-9 demonstrations, food vendors, arts and crafts vendors and live music in the gazebo all day! Explore police and fire trucks on display. Call 770-592-6000 ext. 1147 or visit www.wpsfoundation.org/!

Mountain Flower Art Festival 2014: May 17 & 18 Dahlonega Arts Council proudly presents the 2014 Mountain Flower Art Festival, a juried art and quality crafts festival in historic downtown Dahlonega.. Come out and enjoy over 70 artists of all varieties and even watch some of them as they create their art on the spot. From pottery to two dimensional art to photography. www.dahlonegaarts.org

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Canton Festival of the Arts 2014: May 17-18 Artists Market with over 60 exhibitors from nine states. The Interactive Children’s Experience offers hands-on activities for children. Historic downtown Canton, GA. 10am-5pm. For more information: www. info@cherokeearts.org, or call 770-704-6244 Helen Bavarian Fest 2014: May 24 Experience a bit of Bavaria while you and your family enjoy this Memorial Day celebration at the Festhalle! A live Oompa band, dancing, and a festive Bavarian atmosphere help us honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Imported and domestic beer and wines; wursts on a bun, sauerkraut, hot dogs, pretzels and desserts will be available for sale. 6pm to 11pm. Active military and veterans receive free admission.

1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen GA. For more information contact www.helenchamber.com or call 706-878-1908.

38th Annual Spring Arts in the Park Festival 2014: May 24-25 Memorial Day Weekend in downtown Blue Ridge City Park. With over 185 fine arts, crafts, and food booths, the festival has something for everyone; activities for the children, along with special events for the big kids. Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm each day. For additional information contact Lisa Tyler 706-632-2144. Or use email address: blueridgearts.programming @gmail.com 7th Annual Blairsville Spring Arts & Crafts Festival 2014: May 31- June1 Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm. The DDA is co-hosting the event with the Historical Society and will have this show on the newly improved pedestrian-friendly town square.

70-80 different artists expected and multiple food vendors. Downtown Blairsville.

Call 706-994-4837 or visit www.downtownblairsville.com 41st Annual Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race & Festival 2014: June 5, 6 & 7 The South's oldest balloon event will begin with a mass ascension of 30 colorful hot air balloons. Balloonists compete in local events Thursday evening beginning around 6pm thru Saturday. Local flying events will take place also on Friday and Saturday. The April/May 2014

balloons will fly around 7:30 am and 6:00 pm each day (weather permitting). Many opportunities available to the public; assisting with the inflations, being a part of a chase crew, taking a tethered ride in a balloon or a champagne flight over the mountains. For more information contact Race Headquarters at 706-878-2271 to schedule a balloon flight. www.helenballoon.com

11th Annual Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games 2014: June 13-15 The sounds of bagpipes, drums and sounds of Scotland come alive as the marching bands get the Highland Games underway.

Meeks Park. Saturday & Sunday, 9AM to 5 PM both days. Call 706. 745. 5789 or visit www.blairsvillescottishfestival.org

International Festival- Tapas on the Square 2014: June 7 International festival of food with music and crafts is planned from Noon until 5 pm at Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 55 Church St., in Downtown Ellijay. Admission is free. In case of rain, date will be June 14th.

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Northeast Georgia 2014 Arts Tour 2014: June 13 - 15 Meet over 100 local artists-painters, potters, jewelry makers, fiber, glass, metal artists and more demonstrating art in the making.

Find miles of handmade gifts. Register to win great prizes-such as theater tickets, restaurant gift certificates, and an original oil painting at all tour stops. Friday: 1PM-5PM, Saturday: 10AM-5PM, Sunday: 1PM-5PM For more information visit www.artstour.org

The Ridges Landing Art & Craft Show 2014: June 7-8 Held on the shores of Lake Chatuge at the Ridges Resort, Hiawasse, GA. This is a juried show and all artwork is handmade by the artist. Held the same weekend as the Antique Boat Show! Admission and parking are free. www.mountaintopga.com

1st Annual Appalachian Wine & Jazz Festival 2014: June 13 - 14 Join us for the 1st annual Appalachian Wine & Jazz Festival located in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee, Ga. Enjoy two

complete days of the finest wine, jazz, food and artists. Stroll through the grounds along the lake, enjoying jazz music, tasting fine wine from GA, NC and TN. Purchase great food from local restaurant vendors. Visit with talented artisans with beautifully handcrafted items for sale.12:00 PM - 7:00 PM. $30.00 per day (Children 12 & Under Free) Includes 1 Souvenir Wine Glass www.mountainwinefest.com Woodstock Freedom Fest 2014: July 4th Our huge parade kicks off the celebration at 10am. After the parade, join us in The Park at City Center until 3pm for food, live music, and children's games, cake walk, arts & crafts, and vendors of all types. Fun for young and old! Don't forget the Annual Woodstock Freedom Run at 7:30am. See http://www. woodstockfreedomrun.com/ for more details.

The day concludes with fireworks at dusk behind the Target shopping center. For info visit: www.woodstockparksandrec.com 16th Annual Butternut Creek Festival 2014: July 19-20 This juried event showcases 65 - 70 quality artists & craftsmen, from throughout

Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games June 13–15, 2014

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this mountain area and the Southeast, in categories from basketry, fine art, fabric art, & decorative painting, to glass, jewelry, metal working, photography, pottery, & woodturning. Last year's Festival was attended by over 11,000 patrons, nestled along the shady banks of Butternut Creek.

Blairsville, Meeks Park, 10am - 5pm on both days. 706-439-6074 www.butternutcreekfestival.com 64th Annual Georgia Mountain Fair 2014: July 18-26 Look forward to the 64th 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 musical performances, arts & crafts, fun carnival rides, unique attractions and a glimpse into North Georgia’s rich history and culture, the Fair provides something for every member of the family. Admission: General Admission: $12 (Includes Music Shows) Children 12 & Under: Free Parking: Free Trolley available: Donations Appreciated www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

Blairsville Green Bean Festival 2014: July 25-26 Celebrate the green bean and “green” living the last weekend in July with pageants, a square dance, tractor show, quilting exhibit,. storytellers, crafts, “living green” demonstrations, farmer’s market, and “Green Ribbon” recipe contest. On Friday night Downtown Blairsville’s historical district will host the GBF Square Dance, the Green Bean 5K Race, Bike Ride, Beauty Pageant, Pizza Eating contests, and Block Party on Saturday.

If you need additional information email info@greenbeanfestival.com Folk Life Festival At Unicoi State Park 2014: July 26 -27 The Folk Life Festival at Unicoi State Park is your big chance to learn to live like a pioneer! Wonderful folk life demonstrations of everything from spinning to candle dipping and blacksmithing. Concerts will feature traditional Appalachian and Old Time Mountain music. Folk life festivities will include: Mountain skill displays, concerts, Old Fashion games and some Appalachian Style Community dancing. Call Unicoi State Park, 1788 Highway 356, Helen, GA 30545 Call 800-573-9659 ext. 305 for more info.

6th Annual Moonshine Cruz-In 2014: August 7- 9 Come join us for the 6th Annual Georgia Mountain Moonshine Cruiz-In at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on beautiful Lake Chatuge. Camping is available. Stay right at the show site. Enjoy three fun filled days of good ole mountain hillbilly fun. See a Pioneer village, real moonshine still in the works, mountain crafts, and plenty of hot classic cars, trucks, bikes, rat rods and more!

Contact us: 662- 587- 9572 or www.gammoonshinecruizin.com 6th Annual LoganBerry Garlic Fest 2014: August 23 Celebrate that rich, earthy, pungent herb belonging to the Lily family – GARLIC. It’s our one big event of the year and is growing in popularity. Of the over 600 varieties of Garlic, LoganBerry grows 14 of them from origins all over the world. Live music, artisans, animals, Garlic University, tastings and, of course, GARLIC in many forms. 10am - 4pm. Parking and admittance is free! LoganBerry Heritage Farm, 2660 Adair Mill Road, Cleveland, GA 30528. 706-348-6068 www.loganberryheritagefarm.com

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Tour-goers will visit four unique and well-appointed homes situate in four different neighborhoods. One home features a breath-taking interior view of Big Canoe, another, a pool, visible from every room on the main level. The third home is filled with family heirlooms and the fourth, displays prints and paintings collected by the homeowners.

Cost for a Tour ticket is $25.00 and can be purchased at www.bigcanoetour. org Tickets can also be purchased in Big Canoe on the days of the Tour. On Saturday, May 3, air-conditioned buses will transport ticket holders from the Chapel to the homes. On Friday, May 2, visitors will drive following printed directions and signs. Plan to start your tour no later than 1:00 pm to see all four homes. Tour homes close at 4:00 pm both days.

Before or after visiting the homes, guests will enjoy browsing and buying at the Tour of Homes Marketplace where dozens of vendors will delight with an array of crafts, trinkets, and treasures.

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Above Right: Enjoy lunch at the Crazy Bear Café and a sweet treat from the Bear Paw Bakery. Photo by Val Doll.

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The Tour’s Book Nook is the place to find exceptionally well-priced books, DVDs, and CDs, and the Collectors’ Corner offers the finest in gently used accessories for home and entertaining.

Take home a sweet from the Bear Paw Bakery where cookies, pies, breads, and cakes will tempt. The Crazy Bear Café is the place to savor a hearty breakfast or lunch.

Since 1989, the Big Canoe Chapel Women’s Guild has sponsored the Tour of Homes to raise funds to assist more than 30 charities in Dawson and Pickens counties. So far, $1,228,000 has been raised to help those in need.

For more information about the Big Canoe Tour of Homes, please call Jean Lomax at 706. 268.1396 or e-mail Jean at jl2770@tds.net.

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ARTS 4/4 - 8/12 The Art of Marilyn Williamson- Artist in Residence. Opening reception, April 4, 5 - 7pm.

Enjoy the graphite, colored pencil, watercolor, pastel, and ink drawings and paintings of botanical and oral subject matter, dogs and miscellaneous subjects as well. Also enjoy a display of a well-preserved herbarium of many plants from the Southern Appalachian region nearly a century ago created by a young woman who lived in Asheville in 1915. Some of Marilyn’s work will portray these plants as well. www.blueridgearts.net 4/4-5 17th Annual Blue Ridge Writer’s Conference Blue Ridge Mountains Art Association (The Art Center).

Writers will learn to hone their skills and expand their markets. Workshop Intensive and Meet & Greet on April 4th. Conference takes place on April 5th. Visit: www. blueridgewritersconference. com or call 706-632-2144.

4/4- 5/3 The Art of Marsha Hamby Savage. Opening Reception 4/5 6pm – 8pm.

Enjoy the breathtaking pastel and oil creations of Georgia artist Marsha Hamby Savage.

Her love of the outdoors, and of art itself, is beautifully transferred from her heart and mind to canvas. Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association 420 W. Main St. Downtown Blue Ridge 706-632-2144 or www.blueridgearts.net 4/11 Sheryl Holstein Mountain Oak Pottery Art Exhibit Opening Reception Sheryl has been making pottery since 2002 and is continuously learning new and different techniques for throwing and glazing. Opening reception 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm.

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4/11-13 Spring Plein Aire Festival Celebrate Art & Adventure again this Spring with opportunities for artists to come together and capture our area’s beauty in Plein Aire!

The Spring Plein Aire Festival brings together the excitement of the 17th Annual Blue Ridge Adventure Race along with the beauty of our mountain Spring. 9am to 4pm.

For more information call 706-632-2144 or visit www.blueridgearts.com 5/3 Run for the Roses Live & Silent Auction to Benefit Gilmer Arts This exciting event generates funds that allow Gilmer Arts to provide the programs, events and classes that enrich our community for the rest of the year. It means a great deal to our community, that this auction event is well supported and attended. You and yours are invited to not only to attend the gala, but also to donate items for the auction. 7 pm. Gilmer Arts Association, 207 Dalton Street, Ellijay, GA 30540. Visit www. gilmerarts.org 5/10 A Celebration of ArtisansSAAG Member Show Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association. Enjoy unforgettable 2D and 3D creations from our very own Southern Appalachian Artist Guild members. For additional information: 706-632-2144 or visit www.blueridgearts.com 5/17 & 18 Mountain Flower Art Festival Dahlonega Arts Council proudly presents the 2014 Mountain Flower Art Festival, a juried art and quality crafts festival in historic downtown Dahlonega. Come out and enjoy over 70 artists of all varieties and even watch some of them as they create their art on the spot. From pottery and two-dimensional art to photography. www.dahlonegaarts.org

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5/17-18 Canton Festival of the Arts Artists Market with over 60 exhibitors from nine states.

The Interactive Children’s Experience offers handson activities for children.

Historic downtown Canton, GA. 10am-5pm. Visit: www. info@cherokeearts.org, or call 770-704-6244 for more information.

5/24-25 38th Annual Spring Arts in the Park Festival Memorial Day Weekend in downtown Blue Ridge City Park. With over 185 fine arts, crafts, and food booths, the festival has something for everyone; activities for the children, along with special events for the big kids. Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm. For additional information visit www. blueridgearts.com.

5/31-6/1 7th Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Festival The DDA is co-hosting the event with the Historical Society on the newly improved pedestrian-friendly town square. 70-80 different artists expected and multiple food vendors. Downtown Blairsville. Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm. Call 706-994-4837 or visit www. downtownblairsville.com

DINING & DANCING 5/4 - Continuing Friday Evening Tapas Every Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join us for tapas every Friday evening from 5 to 7pm.

Prices range from $4.00$12.00, with wine sold by the glass and by the bottle. Call 706.379.1236 or visit www. cranecreekvineyards.com 5/5 - Continuing Soup Kitchen Saturdays Every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come and enjoy soup or sandwiches along with a glass of wine while looking out over our beautiful vineyards on the deck. Call 706.379.1236 or visit www. cranecreekvineyards.com

4/26 7th Annual Taste of Blue Ridge Benefitting the Humane Society of Blue Ridge.

Featuring over 30 local and area restaurants and beer and wine vendors. Live and Silent Auctions. Entertainment

by Buckner Brothers. Order your tickets EARLY as they sell out quickly. Tickets: $40 online; $45 @ door. Saturday, 6pm-9pm. Willow Creek Falls & Vineyard, 35 Trackside Court. For information call 706-632-5224 or visit: www. humanesocietyofblueridge.org 6/7 Tapas on the Square International festival of food with music and crafts is planned from Noon until 5 pm at Good Samaritan Catholic Church, , Downtown Ellijay, 55 Church St., in Downtown Ellijay. Admission is free. Rain date is June 14th. 706-6362772

EVENTS & SHOWS 4/1 Ask the Vet Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital & Tri-County Animal Clinic announce the new radio show ”ASK THE VET” hosting Dr. Hilty Burr and Dr. Jim McClearen. A listener can call into “ASK THE VET” radio show and ask the Vet any animal care questions. 8:30 am - 9:30 am. Call into WCNG 102.7 FM with your questions: from Murphy 828-837-9264, Blairsville 706-745 -9264, or Hiawassee 706-896-9264.

4/2 Women & Wine Series We are kicking off 2014 with this new monthly series at the Tasting Room. A fun way to enjoy yourself, learn something new and meet others. Every 1st Wednesday of the Month. Price $15.00 per person (includes 2 glasses of wine). 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

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4/3 – 4/14 Spring Break! Spring is baby season at the Zoo! New this spring: Dove Encounter. Come hold feed and pet the doves. Come see Mattie and her best friend Bubbles the Basset Hound in their new enclosure. Meet the Otters and see the baby Kangaroos! Wed-Fri: 104pm & Sat-Sun 10-6pm.

North Georgia Petting Zoo, Cleveland, GA. Visit: www. northgeorgiazoo.com 4/4 Friday Night Live!

Downtown Woodstock.

80’s Night from 6pm to 9pm.

Bring your Members Only jackets and enjoy disco to rap, bangs to big hair and relive the magic of the 80’s. www. whatsupwoodstock.com 4/5 Feed Fannin 2014 Educational Program Series “Raised Bed & Container Gardening” presented by Don Midkiff. If you want to garden but don’t have space, time or energy?

This is the class for you.

Classes held at the Cohutta Country Store (in the back covered area behind the store.) For more visit: www.feedfannin.com 4/5 Northeast Georgia Spring Run 1/2 Marathon, 5K Race, 5K Walk, 1-Mile Walk.

The Start/Finish Line for all events is located in Meeks Park in Blairsville, Georgia.

Registration is available online at www.active.com. Proceeds benefit the Union County Anti-Drug Coalition, American Red Cross, Special Olympics, Family Connection, Meals on Wheels, Shop with a Cop, Give A Gift, Recreation Scholarship Fund. For more information email nega-run@hotmail.com or call Race Director Norm Cooper at 706- 781-9401.

04/5 Italian Road Bike Festival Scenic road bike ride in North Georgia. 104, 69, 41 mile routes. Celebrate the start of Italy's Classic Road Bike Race Season by riding the beautiful scenic countryside April/May 2014

of north Georgia, reminiscent of Italy! Fully supported! For more information visit: www. cartecaybikes.com 04/5-6 Tsali Knobscorcher Mountain Bike Race.

Although this race is located at the Tsali trail system near Bryson City, NC. I included it because it’s a classic and only about an hour and a half from downtown Blue Ridge. Over 30 miles of fast flowy singletrack make this a popular destination for mountain bikers in the southeast. For more information visit: www. southernclassicmtb.org 4/7- Continuing Texas Hold ‘em Poker The Mountain Aces Poker league invites you to the Lawbike.com Texas Hold 'em Poker Tournament every week.

No fee to enter, bonus chips for signing in by 6 pm and with food. There will be prizes 1st and 2nd place winners and 3rd place depending on number of players. Mondays: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM at Copperhead Lodge, Blairsville. www.copperheadlodge.com 4/8 – Continuing Mommy & Me At The Zoo Looking for a fun and educational activity for the kids at a cost you can afford?

Join us most 2nd Tuesdays of the month for a Discounted Day for you and the kids here at the Zoo! Not just for Mom's!

Grandparents, dads, guardians and friends are welcome to come! SPECIAL RATES: Petting Zoo $6, Petting Z00 & Hay Ride $8, Petting Zoo, Hay Ride & Wildlife Walk $18. For info contact: 706.348.7279, info@ wildlifewonders.org or visit http://www.northgeorgiazoo. com

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4/12-13 Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race. The 17th running of Georgia’s first adventure race. This year will be two races in one; an Elite “real deal” adventure race with navigation, and a Sport race with a pre-plotted map and no navigation. There will be beautiful scenery and challenges in the mountains of north Georgia. Enjoy a great meal at the finish line along with a fun Kid’s Race for parents and kids on Sunday, April 13 at Mercier Orchards from 10 to 1pm. For details visit: www.adventure racega. com 4/12 2nd Annual Springfest Help us welcome spring to Alpine Helen by celebrating the new life returning to the mountains of Northeast Georgia. Enjoy music, dancing, food and beverages in the Festhalle on the banks of the beautiful Chattahoochee River.

6-11pm. Admission $7.00 per person. Food and drinks extra.

Call: 706-878-2181 for more information 4/17, 5/14, & 6/14 Full-Moon Suspension Bridge Hike Enjoy a 1.5-mile hike that takes you down the stairs, across the suspension bridge and on the rim of the Tallulah Gorge under the full moon. 8:45pm to 10:45pm.

Register in advance. Cost is $5 admission and $5 parking.

Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Drive. Phone: 706-754-7981 4/18 & 4/25 Laser Show Pink Floyd: "Dark Side of the Moon" Surround yourself with dazzling sights and sounds of Pink Floyd’s groundbreaking album; a psychedelic masterpiece released 40

years ago. This journey to The Dark Side of the Moon features classic hits such as “Money,” “Time,” “Us and Them,” and “The Great Gig in the Sky.” 7 pm & 8 pm Rollins Planetarium, Young Harris. For more information visit www. yhc.edu.

04/19 3 Hours of Payne Mountain Bike Race. This race is part of the Chainbuster Racing series, one of the premier endurance MTB race series in the east. The racecourse is located at Paynes Creek Park in Hartwell, GA. For more information visit: www. chainbusterracing.com/3hours-of-payne.html 4/19-20 North GA Zoo Easter Celebration!

Eggstravaganza & Rabbit Palooza! Come and search for Easter eggs. Visit our giant rabbit display and petting area. Meet a variety of rabbit breeds including the largest breed of rabbit in the world, and have your picture taken with a baby bunny! Find lots of eggs. Purchase an Easter Basket and hunt eggs ‘till your basket is full. Redeem your basket of eggs for an Easter goody bag. $5.00 per basket.

Saturday & Sunday 10-6pm.

For more information please call 706-348-7279 or visit www. northgeorgiazoo.com

Breathe Deep Blue Ridge 5K Run and Walk to Stop Lung Cancer. All proceeds go to the LUNGevity Foundation to fund research, early detection, and lung cancer awareness.

Food and live entertainment for the whole family. Mercier Orchards, Blue Ridge. 706632-3411.

4/19 Easter Egg Hunt!

Mountain Ridge Garden Shop Bring your own basket.

All kids 0-8 can hunt. Studio 5 Photography on site for pictures as well as games and lots of fun. 11:00AM Mountain Ridge Garden Shop, Ellijay. For details call 706-698-2815, or visit www. mountainridgegardenshop. com 4/19 Patriots Day The Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter of the Sons of American Revolution will be recognizing Patriots Day again on April 19 at the Blairsville Historical Center. A colonial campsite will be erected along with other events basically from 10 to 2. Contact David R. Cook President, Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter Sons of

the American Revolution at daben@windstream.net. Or visit www.unioncountyhistory. org.

4/25 - Continuing Blue Ridge Classic Car Cruise- In On the 4th Friday of every month beginning in March and running through September from 6 pm to dark. Dairy Queen Parking Lot on Blue Ridge Highway (GA 5) Info: 706-838-4701 4/25 & 4/26 Mountain Home Show Ideas for Your Mountain Home, Exhibits from Local Businesses , Many Free Giveaways. The Mountain Home Show is the place to meet the people who can design, plan, build, remodel, decorate, and improve your home. Join our friendly little Mountain Home Show. Friday April 25, 2-7PM, 2014 Saturday, April 26 9am5pm, 2014. North Georgia Technical College. ½ mile west of Blairsville, Georgia on Hwy. 515. Admission is free. www.mountainhomeshow. com

4/19 Easter Eggspress - Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad.

Fun for the whole family!

Bring your Easter Basket and we’ll travel a few miles to Farmer Brown’s field to hunt for Easter Eggs and to greet the Easter Bunny. Two trips: 12:30pm- 1:30pm and 3pm – 4pm. Book your trip now.

877-413-8724 (TRAIN) or check website for details for details: www.brscenic.com

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City Park in Downtown Blue Ridge706-838-4701 5/12 - continuing Misty Mountain Model Railroad Tour America's largest, privatelyowned O-guage Train Display with 14 Lionel trains traveling over a mile of track through a 4,000 square foot fantasy layout of Southern Appalachia. Tours are promptly at 1:30p.m. For continuing dates visit www. mistymountainmodelrailroad. com or www.members. visitblairsvillega.com/events 5/21 Fun Hike on Benton McKaye Trail involving Skeenah Gap. Sponsored by the Benton McKaye Trail Association. Pre Register by calling Joy: 386-334-0336 or by email jwbrga@gmail.com 4/25 – 4/27 2nd Annual Bud Break Wine Highway Weekend Multiple vineyards from the mountains of Western North Carolina and Northern Georgia are participating. Visit your first vineyard to get your pass, map and wine glass and then get started. Visit Mountain Wine Country Association for more info: www. mountainwinecountry.com 5/2 Blairsville Cruisers "Cruise-In" Food, music, door prizes, 50/50 tickets, raffle tickets, sponsor awards. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. At the Union County Farmers Market, Blairsville, GA. 148 Old Smokey Rd. Blairsville, GA 30512. Visit www. blairsvillecruisers.com 5/2-3 Big Canoe Tour of Homes This tour of beautiful, unique homes is sponsored by the Big Canoe Chapel Women’s Guild to benefit charities in Dawson and Pickens counties.

For more information contact: 706-268-1396 or www. bigcanoetour.org.

05/3-4 Georgia High School Cycling League Leader’s Summit. The Georgia High School Cycling League’s annual Leaders’ Summit brings together coaches, assistant coaches, ride leaders, parent volunteers, team directors and anyone 44

interested in learning more about our coaching and teaching methods to develop skills and knowledge, share strategy and build community.

This conference will promote a well-rounded approach to coaching that creates an environment in which high school students can grow and thrive. This is a great opportunity to spend a weekend in the company of peers and energize for the upcoming season. For more information visit: www. georgiamtb.org/ 5/10 Annual Plant Sale - Garden Club of Ellijay Just in time to pick up plants for Mother’s Day or select perennials, shrubs, herbs, or container gardens. Raffle items available plus planting advice from our members who are Master Gardeners.

Funds raised from this event are returned to the community through special projects. From 8:30AM to 12:30PM held at the Lion’s Club Pavilion located at 1729 S. Main St. www.gilmerchamber.com 5/10 Georgia Mountain Classic Car Show Over 200 classic cars. Door prizes and trophies for the top 25 trucks and trophies for the top 50 cars.

Specialty awards that include Mayor's Choice, Chief of Police Choice, Best Chevy and Best Ford and numerous other specialty awards.

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5/26 Memorial Day Parade Downtown Blairsville salutes those who have served our country by enjoying a community Parade. 10:00am. www.unioncountyhistory.org 5/31 Relay for Life of Union County This event that brings together the community in the Fight Against Cancer. It is a carnival type atmosphere for all ages! 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM www.relayforlife.org/unionga 6/6 Senior Fishing Rodeo Open to adults ages 55 and older - great fishing.

Participants must bring their own fishing gear and bait. Free lunch and prizes provided. 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Chattahoochee Forest National Fish Hatchery 706-838-4723 6/7 Family Fishing Festival 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. Free lunch, prizes, exhibit booths, and scavenger hunt. Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery 706-838-4723

MUSIC 4/4 Ryan Boss, Acoustic Rock Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Downtown Blue Ridge.

Friday, 6-9PM 706-632-6611 www.blueridgebrewery.com 4/5 1st Annual Nail it Concert Tommy Talton (formerly with the Allman Brothers) and his band will "Nail it." $50.0 single and $85.00 for a couple. Saturday, April 5th at 8 pm Beer and Wine, North Georgia Physical Therapy Building Center next to Ingles Shopping Center, directly across from CVS Pharmacy (upstairs). For tickets and information. 706-632-6337 or www. tommytaltonband.com

Ellijay Elementary Auditorium, 32 McCutchen St., Ellijay, GA 30540. 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Tickets are $10 each for adults. Children under 12 can attend for free with an adult. www.gilmerarts.org or 706635-5605.

5/1 – 9/30 Pickin in the Park Great for the whole family, bring a blanket or just sit in the grass and listen to some good local pickin’. Every Thursday thru September.

6:00pm to Dark, Horse Shoe Bend Park. McCaysville, GA. 706-632-7696, email: jodehanson@TDS.net

4/5-8/30 The Vine Wine Bar & Bistro Live Music on Saturday nights 6:30-9:30pm. Downtown Blue Ridge. Also check our website for Wine Tasting information:706-946-VINE (8463)

5/3 Live Music is Better with Michelle Malone Michelle is back by popular demand. Armed with a bottleneck slide, harmonica and her signature soul filled vocals; Michelle Malone will be rocking the theater!

Performance starts at 7:30pm.

Blue Ridge Community Theater 706-632-9223

4/11 Bobby-Don Bloodworth BlueGrass, Classic Rock, Acoustic Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Downtown Blue Ridge, Friday, 6-9P, 706-632-6611 or www.blueridgebrewery.com

5/3 Live Music with April Cummings Cartecay Vineyards, Ellijay, GA. 1:30pm to 5:30pm. Includes 5 Tastings and Cartecay Vineyards’ Logo Wine Glass. $13.00 Info: www. cartecayvineyards.com

4/12 Justin Bridges, Acoustic Rock Blue Ridge Brewery Live Music. Friday, 6-9PM, 706-632-6611 or www. blueridgebrewery.com

5/9 Erik Norlander and the Galactic Collective Cherokee Arts Center, Canton, GA. An all-instrumental set promoting Erik’s two latest multi-disc releases, "The Galactic Collective – Live in Gettysburg" and "The Galactic Collective – Definitive Edition".

Visit: www. sergeentertainmentgroup. com/galactic-collectiveconcert/

4/12 Live Music with Hear Now Saturday 1:30-5:30PM. Chimney Patio (if bad weather Nealey Barn.). $13.00 includes Live Music, 5 Tastings and Cartecay Vineyards’ Logo Wine Glass. Cartecay Vineyards, Ellijay, GA www. cartecayvineyard.com 4/12 Don Byers & Friends Join Don Byers and Friends for an evening of Georgia's homegrown music. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. The Lodge at Copperhead. www.thelodgeatcopperhead. com 4/26 Community Chorus Concert Make plans to come and support this effort by your friends and neighbors to bring these great choral works to our community. You will not leave disappointed!

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5/9 Firefly Concert John C. Campbell Folk School. Brasstown, NC Firefly specializes in reinterpreting older music of the rural and urban South; Appalachian fiddle tunes, gospel, blues, swing and old time country.

Admission Free. Friday 7:00PM. Call 828-837-2775 for more details.

5/10 Joe Diffie - Woodstock Summer Concert Series.

70’s Light Rock. Downtown Woodstock. 7:30pm. FREE – No tickets required. 770924-0406 April/May 2014

5/17 Live Music with Matthew Croxton Cartecay Vineyards.

Nealey Barn Loft, Chimney Patio if good weather. 1:305:30pm, $14 includes Live Music, 5 tastings and Cartecay Vineyards Logo Wine glass. www.cartecayvineyards.com 5/30 The Beatals Eclectic duo Weyland and George take you back to the 'good ol days'. Beatles and British Invasion era music to keep you dancing and reminiscing. 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM. The Lodge at Cooperhead www.thelodgeatcopperhead. com 5/30 Friday Night Concerts at Blairsville Old Historic Court House Different musicians perform in the old historic courthouse each Friday night starting at 7pm. Musicians donate their time and talents. Voluntary contributions are always welcomed and appreciated.

Fridays, 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM. www.unioncountyhistory.org

THEATER 4/4 – 4/7 Talley's Folly Tater Patch Players present Talley's Folly. A 1979 play

by American playwright Lanford Wilson is the story of one night in the lives of two unlikely sweethearts. The one-act play takes place in a dilapidated boathouse on the Talley farm in Missouri, Fourth of July in 1944. For show times & tickets visit www. taterpatchplayers.org or call 706-253-2800 4/10-27 Beached Wails, Play by Topher Payne. The Harmon sisters are on their yearly “Sister Trip” to Gulf Shores when Mother Nature decides to turn things upside down.

Rated PG. Blue Ridge Community Theater. Show times; Thursday - Saturday @ 7:30 p.m. Sunday's @ 2 p.m.

Purchase tickets online or call the box office 706-632-9223 or check our websitewww. blueridgecommunitytheater. com

Next Deadline for Event Listings is May 1st.

Contact AnnMerry@ymail.com

4/25 - 5/11 Smoke on the Mountain A classic play set in the 1930s, this musical tale introduces the singing Sanders family, who perform their traditional and bluegrass gospel songs for the members of the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. The audience serves as the members of the congregation. Holly Theater, Dahlonega. Friday and Saturday shows at 8pm, Sunday Matinee at 2pm.

For information visit: www. hollytheater.com or call 706864-3759 4/25 – 5/4 The Savannah Disputation Heaven help us. When it comes to religion, can anybody be completely right?

Can anybody be completely wrong? “The Savannah Disputation” by playwright Evan Smith tackles this sticky subject with sidesplitting comedy. For show times & tickets visit www. taterpatchplayers.org or call 706-253-2800 5/15-6/1 Cactus Flower Play by Abe Burrows.

A philandering dentist’s effort to keep his many

affairs at bay. Show times; Thursday - Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday's 2 p.m. Rated PG13 Blue Ridge Community Theater. Purchase tickets online or call the box office 706-632-9223 or visit:www. blueridgecommunitytheater. com 6/9-23 Sunny D Drama and Musical Camp. Teens & Kids. Don’t miss this great opportunity for fun and learning. And don’t miss the show on June 20th thru the 23rd. Blue Ridge Community Theater. Call 706-632-9223 for information..

WINE TASTINGS 4/5 - Continuing Live Music & Wine Tasting Saturdays 1:30 PM $13.00 includes Live Music, 5 Tastings and Cartecay Vineyards' Logo Wine Glass Cartecay Vineyards 5704 Clear Creek Rd. Ellijay GA. 30536 706-698-9463 contact@cartecayvineyards. com or visit www. cartecayvineyards.com

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5/5 Winery Tour Saturdays Every Saturday at 2:00 p.m.; $25.00 per guest Have you ever wanted to see what goes on behind the scenes here at Crane Creek Vineyards? Now is your chance. Included in your purchase: a winery tour, a full wine tasting, souvenir wine glass, and a cheese platter.

Reservations are preferred, but not required. Call 706.379.1236 or visit www. cranecreekvineyards.com 4/19 Cartecay Vineyards Awakening of the Vines Festival 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM Cartecay Vineyards 5704 Clear Creek Rd. Ellijay GA. 30536 706-698-9463 contact@cartecayvineyards. com or visit www. cartecayvineyards.com 5/4 Wine Fest Habersham Winery Complimentary wine tastings from the Winegrowers Association of Georgia.

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Custom log homes with your view in mind.

Enjoy the view

Company Experience–Family owned & operated for 39 years.

Superior House Logs–Milled from dead-standing timber

No matter if you’re vistas are purple mountains majesty or fruited plains, nothing enriches your life like the color and texture of a log home. A home that radiates comfort and hospitality. A home that is unique as you are.

for stability.

Totally Custom–Your plans or ours. Design staff ready to create your dream home.

Express your lifestyle

Time-tested reliability

At Satterwhite, we only use naturally cured logs. This means excessive shrinking will not compromise your home, ensuring reliability. This material advantage is backed by a guarantee of sound construction techniques, enduring design and simple attention to detail in every home we craft.

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To meet your life-style needs, we offer over 44 job-tested floor plans. Each is designed with simplified construction techniques for efficient use of materials.

They range from 600 to 5,100 sq. ft. and can be customized by our full-time design staff.

Our Locations–Serving the US from

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EASTERN SALES OFFICE • MODEL HOME

14378 Hwy 515 N, Ellijay, GA 30536

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Ron Lomonaco

Cell (706) 669-3398 don.estes@satterwhite.com

Cell (706) 669-5193 ron.lomonaco@satterwhite.com

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