July 2009

North Georgia Cabin Rentals

BINGO / Lots of Fun
When:		Thursday Nights (First Thursday of the month is Super Bingo!)
Time:		7:00 PM, games start at 7:30PM
Where:		Kiwanis Fairgrounds in the city of Blue Ridge. (Click Here for Driving Directions)
Phone:		706-632-6644
Weather: Policy:		In the event of inclement weather, please call 706-455-0998 or 706-632-6644 to check for cancellation.

Pickin' in the Park
Live music jams and pickin'. Scattered picnic tables available, nice grassy lawn and you are welcome to bring a blanket or chair.
When:		Thursday Nights
Time:		6:00 PM to dusk
Where:		On the banks of the Toccoa River at the Horseshoe Bend Park in McCaysville.
Cost:		Free Admission

Flea Market
New and used items at bargain prices!
When:		July 03 July 10 - 11 July 17-18
Time:		10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Where:		Held indoors in the Church Hall at St. Anthony's

Fireworks and Independence Day Celebration
Stores & Restaurants will be open late. Other activities during the Independence Day weekend include an old fashioned street parade on Main Street in Ducktown, a Pancake Breakfast in Epworth and Miner's Homecoming activities all weekend.
When:		July 3rd
Time:		1/2 hour after sunset (around 9:30)
Where:		Taters Hill - McCaysville, TN
Cost:		Free Admission

Live Music and Fireworks
Live entertainment by Lee and Charlie Standley of "Rocket Man & The Rockers." Live music on Friday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday entertainment is from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. followed by evening fireworks. Bring your cooler of drinks, food and chairs, then kick back and enjoy the ride.
When:		July 3-4
Time:		All day events
Where:		400 Ocoee Street, Copper Hill, TN - take Hwy 5 north until it dead ends turn left (Hwy 68) look for the Black Submarine
Phone:		423-496-9007

Blacksmith Demonstrations and Gallery
Join Artist Blacksmith, John Beatie in his studio for demonstrations. Space is limited so please register and let us know you are coming. See a wonderful selection of his work and experience the art of blacksmith.
When:		July 4
Time:		Please register
Where:		2076 Douthit Road Blue Ridge, GA
Phone:		706-374-2234

Fireworks Celebration at Lake Blue Ridge
Barbeque and live music from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fireworks display at dusk
When:		July 4
Time:		4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fireworks display at dusk
Where:		515 east to Windy Ridge Road (Conoco station & Kentucky Fried Chicken) go to flashing red light turn left, follow Old Hwy 76 to the Marina
Phone:		706-632-2618

Old Timers Day Parade
Barbeque and live music from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fireworks display at dusk
When:		July 4
Time:		4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fireworks display at dusk
Where:		Downtown Blue Ridge
Phone:		706-632-4000, Bill Hammond

Bank of Hiawassee Centennial Race
Centennial Celebration: 100 Years and Running Strong. 10K Race, 5K Run/Walk and 100 Yard Dash
When:		July 11
Time:		Please call
Where:		20 South Main St. Hiawassee, GA
Phone:		(706) 896-2243, Rebecca King

Music On the Mountain
Free event open to everyone, come and enjoy some wonderful music
When:		July 12
Time:		3:00 p.m.
Where:		Blue Ridge United Methodist Church 322 W. Main St Blue Ridge, GA (across from City Park)
Phone:		706-632-2327

Georgia Mountain Fair
Annual award winning fair. Arts and crafts, regional food, Pioneer Village with living exhibits, country, bluegrass and gospel music by nationally known performers. There will be a parade with antique cars, clowns and more. Be sure not to miss the carnival rides. Twelve exciting days.
When:		July 15-26
Time:		Please see website for information on daily events and times
Where:		Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds 1311 Music Hall Road Hiawassee Georgia 30546
Phone:		706-896-4191

Butternut Creek Festival
1th Annual Butternut Creek Festival at Meeks Park Juried show of 65 of the finest artists and crafters in the North Georgia Mountain area. The two day festival showcases the work of 65 of the finest artists and craftsman in the North Georgia Mountain area, in categories from basketry, fine art, fabric art, and decorative painting, to glass, jewelry, metal working, photography, pottery, and woodturning. Live musical groups both days, selected food booths.
When:		July 18-19
Time:		10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where:		Meeks Park Blairsville, Georgia >> Map <<
Phone:		706.781.1221

Classic Musical Comedy / The Fantasticks
The empty stage is suddenly filled with actors rushing to be ready for the show. They leap into costumes and place their props and throw clouds of colored paper into the air. The Fantastiks, one of the longest running plays off Broadway, is an American classic that brings audiences back again and again to hear the story of "a boy, a girl, two fathers and a wall" and the music that defined generations. an evening of true theatrical magic.
When:		July 24 - Aug 16 (Fri, Sat, Sun nights)
Time:		7:30pm (Fri/Sat), 2:00pm (Sun)
Where:		2951 East First St Blue Ridge, Georgia
Phone:		706.632.9223

Jazz and Blues Festival
The empty stage is suddenly filled with actors rushing to be ready for the show. They leap into costumes and place their props and throw clouds of colored paper into the air. The Fantastiks, one of the longest running plays off Broadway, is an American classic that brings audiences back again and again to hear the story of "a boy, a girl, two fathers and a wall" and the music that defined generations. an evening of true theatrical magic.
When:		July 25
Time:		12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:		City Park (downtown across from the train depot) Blue Ridge, Georgia
Phone:		706-632-2144

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