North Georgia Events & Attractions - June 2008 (pt 2)

Bluegrass Festival Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Hiawassee, Ga. Hwy 76
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds.
Bring out the whole family to hear some of the best Bluegrass in the mountains. Hosted in conjunction with the Rhododendron Festival. 1:00 p.m. One day ticket $25.00, two day advance ticket $40.00, At the door - $45.00 706-896-4191
June 13, 2008- June 14, 2008

Senior Fishing Rodeo
Chattahoochee National Forest National Fish Hatchery
Suches, Ga.
Open to adults ages 55 and older - great fishing. Participants must bring their own fishing gear and bait.
706-838-4723
http://www.southeast.fws.gov/chattahoocheeforest
June 13, 2008

Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Blairsville, Ga.
Meeks ParkClan Gatherings - Scottish Vendors - Pipe and Drum Bands - Parade of Tartans - Amateur Athletics - Border Collie Demonstrations - Children's Games & Activities and more. Lots to see and do, for more information including event times, call the Union County Chamber of Commerce 877-745-5789
http://www.blairsvillechamber.com/
June 14, 2008- June 15, 2008

Storytelling by the Blue Ridge Mountains Storytellers
The Silk Road Traveler
497 E. Main
Blue Ridge, GA
StreetStorytellers love to tell stories, our members range from professional to beginners and our stories range from tall tales to personal stories. Second Saturday of each month at The Silk Traveler. Storytelling beginning at 6:00 PM, Bring the family! Storytellers also meet the 1st Sunday of each month call for meeting time and place.Sue Canady
706-374-5156 Dates
June 14, 2008
July 12, 2008
August 09, 2008
September 13, 2008
October 11, 2008
November 08, 2008
December 13, 2008

Flute & Drum Circle
Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
420 West Main Street (Old Courthouse Building downtown Historic Blue Ridge across from City Park)
Everyone welcome, bring your own flute or drum join or just come, observe and enjoy the music. 2nd Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM
706-632-2144
http://www.brmaa.net/
June 14, 2008
July 12, 2008
August 09, 2008
September 13, 2008

Summer Camp / Theater
World Act II
Blue Ridge Community Theater
11 Mountain Street
Blue Ridge, GA (next to Blue Jeans Pizza)
Fun and educational theater experience for children 5 to 18. Acting, improvisation, creative writing, puppetry and technical theater are emphasized. The Sunny D Children's Theater creates a relaxed, fun, and creative setting for children to learn about themselves, build self-esteem and learn to work as a group toward a common creative goal.
Contact Pat Webb at 706-838-4575 or 706-632-9223
http://www.blueridgecommunitytheater.com/
June 16, 2008

Mountain Top Rodeo
Dahlonega Mountain Top Rodeo at R Ranch in Dahlonega, Highway 60.
Events include bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, calf roping and the kids' calf scramble. Special guests. Non-stop action & hilarious antics. 2 nights, call for ticket information.
800-231-5543
http://www.rranchga.com/
June 20, 2008- June 21, 2008
Kiwanis Fair of Blue Ridge
Kiwanis Fairgrounds

Blue Ridge Rides
Fairway, Carnival goodies, fine local entertainers performing each day.
Hours: Weekdays 5-11 PM, Saturday Noon - 11 PM, Sunday Noon - 8 PM
For more information call 706-258-3247
June 25, 2008- June 29, 2008

Relay for Life Fannin County High School Track Field Bring out the whole family for a fun and rewarding time for a great cause. Carnival games, food and entertainment. Luminary ceremony & survivor walk.
Starts at 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the American Cancer Society. You may still sign up a relay team @ www.fanninrfl.com
amy.dean@cancer.ort
Amy Dean 770-297-1176
June 27, 2008- June 28, 2008

Classic Cars
"Cruise In"
Home Depot Parking Lot
Blue Ridge Highway ( Hwy 5)
4rth Saturday of every month beginning in April from 6:00 PM to Dark.
706-632-3656
May 24, 2008
June 28, 2008
July 26, 2008
August 23, 2008
September 27, 2008
October 25, 2008

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Comedy / Foreigner
Blue Ridge Community Theater
11 Mountain Street (next to Blue Jeans Pizza)Uproariously zany comedy that's fun for the whole family. One funny situation after another, very lighthearted and family-friendly. "The Foreigner" is a popular production at community theaters across the country.For more information, tickets or reservations call the box office.
706-632-9223 Visit web site
May 23, 2008- May 25, 2008
May 30, 2008- June 01, 2008
June 06, 2008- June 08, 2008
June 13, 2008- June 15, 2008

Spring Arts and Crafts Festival
Historic Downtown Square in Blairesville
Celebration of the Arts on the Historic Town Square, featuring an "Art Walk" of regional art exhibitors, crafts people, live demonstrations, local youth art exhibit, entertainment, good food and lots of fun!
Saturday; 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday; 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visit web site

Blue Mountain Jam
Kiwanis Fairgrounds
Jones St & Austin StExperience real mountain Blue Grass Music. Musicians are local players. Free admission all donations go to the efforts of the Kiwanis Club. Call before you come just to make sure.
706-258-2736
Sponsored by Blue Mountain Music & Treasures. 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
May 20, 2008
May 27, 2008
June 03, 2008
June 10, 2008
June 17, 2008
June 24, 2008
July 01, 2008
July 08, 2008
July 15, 2008
July 22, 2008
July 29, 2008
August 05, 2008
August 12, 2008
August 19, 2008
August 26, 2008
September 02, 2008
September 09, 2008
September 16, 2008
September 23, 2008
September 30, 2008
October 07, 2008
October 14, 2008
October 21, 2008
October 28, 2008
November 04, 2008
November 11, 2008
November 18, 2008
November 25, 2008
December 02, 2008
December 09, 2008
December 16, 2008
December 23, 2008
December 30, 2008

Pickin' in the Park
Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park
McCaysville, GA.
Pickin' in the Park - every Thursday, 6:00 PM to dusk. Live music jams and pickin' on the banks of the Toccoa River at the Horseshoe Bend Park in McCaysville. Free Admission. And the park is wheelchair accessible. Come out, bring the whole family to enjoy the experience. Scattered picnic tables available, nice grassy lawn but you are also welcome to bring a blanket or chair.For more information visit http://www.pickinthepark.com/
May 22, 2008
May 29, 2008
June 04, 2008
June 11, 2008
June 18, 2008
June 25, 2008
July 03, 2008
July 10, 2008
July 17, 2008
July 24, 2008
July 31, 2008
August 07, 2008
August 14, 2008
August 21, 2008
August 28, 2008

Apple Blossom Auto Show
Ellijay
Presented by the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce and the Apple County Auto Club. Scheduled events will also include a bluegrass festival. Located at the Ellijay Elementary School.
706-635-7400
http://www.gilmerchamber.com/
June 07, 2008

Kids Fishing, "To Tempt a Trout"
Amicalola Falls State Park
Kick off the day with an early morning fishing rodeo for anglers 15 and under. You can also pick up tips on tackle, technique, and trout management methods. $3 parking.
706-265-1969
http://gastateparks.org/
June 07, 2008

Kids Fishing Rodeo
Lake Winfield Scott
Kids 16 years and younger come out and fish for free. You provide your rods and your bait and we provide the fish. Location changing this year, it will be at Lake Winfield Scott on Highway 180 West of Highway 19/129. Fun starts at 8:00 a.m. and goes until 12:00 p.m.Chattahoochee National Forest Service Office
706-745-6928
June 07, 2008

10th Annual Benefit Auction
Cadence Equestrian Center
Epworth, GALive and silent auction, music & good food - great fun.
706-632-2144
http://www.brmaa.net/
June 07, 2008

Georgia Wine Country Festival
Three Sisters Vineyards
Don't use internet mapping systems, visit their website below for accurate directions7th annual signature outdoor wine-art-music festival. Wine tasting, folk art, horse drawn vineyard wagon rides, live folk/bluegrass music, contemporary music. Event hours are 11:30 - 5:30, daily admission is $20.00 per adult (21 or older) and includes a keepsake wine glass. Visit their website for further details.Sharon or Doug Paul
706-865-9463
http://www.threesistersvineyards.com/
June 07, 2008- June 08, 2008

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