[ In Concerts/Entertainment ]‘Stars and Strikes’ in Cumming Hosts Family-Filled New Years Eve CelebrationStars and Strikes’ first New Year’s Eve package, “Make it a Family Night,” runs from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2010 and includes: bowling for the entire family, shoes, one session of lazer tag or bumper cars, snacks, pizza buffet, party favors, raffles and prizes – for only $140.00 per lane, for up to six guests...
[ In Government & Politics ]Dawson Day Sparks in the Park Independence Day CelebrationPresented by Dawson Community News and the Dawson County Board of Commissioners, the Dawson Day celebration is the place to be to get your share of family fun, a variety of foods, and a sky-popping fireworks display...
[ In Government & Politics ]Dawson Day Sparks in the Park Independence Day Celebration Set for July 3The second annual event promises fun for all ages. Kids will enjoy moonwalks, inflatable slides, face painting and more. Adults (and kids!) can dance to tunes from The Frogz, and all will find popcorn, boiled peanuts, snow cones, and other favorite carnival snacks at their fingertips...
[ In Fundraisers ]The Curse of the Hopeless Diamond to Benefit Dawson County Humane SocietyThe Murder Mystery Dinner event happens on May 8 at Peach Brandy Cottage in Dawsonville. Tickets are available now...
[ In Other ]Trail of Tears Association Meeting Welcomes Dr. Barbara KawulichDr. Kawulich will give a presentation on the Muscogee (Creek) people, focusing on cultural issues related to the role of the women of that nation...
[ In Concerts/Entertainment ]'A Dickens' Christmas' Comes to The Avenue ForsythMeet the Victorian townspeople as they herald in the Christmas season with Christmas Caroling around the square -- compliments of the Pinecrest Academy Players...
[ In Outdoors/Recreational ]Annual Holiday Treasure Hunt Planned Along Historic Moonshine HighwayShops, galleries, restaurants and lodging along Scenic 197 will be offering seasonal decorations, artist demonstrations and specially selected one-of-a-kind gifts, in addition to the official Treasure Hunt map...
[ In School/Educational ]Pinecrest Academy to Host Open House November 8One of the top 50 Catholic High Schools in the nation, Pinecrest invites all to experience the vitality of the campus; watch athletic teams practice, enter into classroom activities, meet faculty and students, and more...
[ In Church/Civic ]Join Dawson County Senior Center for Good Ole’ Southern Supper and Quilt RaffleRaise money for the Dawson County Senior Center and eat well, too! Feast on smoked ham, pinto beans with cornbread, slaw and onions, ice tea and homemade fried pies for only $5.00 per plate--eat in or take out...
[ In Outdoors/Recreational ]Moonshine Festival and More Await You in the Mountains in Dawson CountyThe 42nd Annual Moonshine Festival, set for October 23-25, 2009, features a Cruise In, live entertainment, a chance to meet legendary race car drivers, and an appearance by Jim Mitchum, co-star of the movie,
Thunder Road, and son of screen legend Robert Mitchum...
[ In Business/Networking ]Upcoming Chamber of Commerce EventsPlease note that the Chamber's Golf Tournament originally sheduled for October 15 has been rescheduled to to Monday, November 16. Several other events are on the agenda for the remainder of October...
[ In Expos/Special ]Celebrate 19th Century Folk Life Near Alpine HelenThe first public preview of a restoration of an 1850s slave cabin will be available on the grounds of the Sautee Nacoochee Center Saturday, October 17. In addition to watching demonstrations of 19th century handcrafts, visitors can participate in a raffle for traditional craft items. Foods related to local crops and cooking styles will be available...
[ In Church/Civic ]Saint Brigid Church Offers Series of Bible StudiesEpic: A Journey Through Church History is one of several Bible study series being offered beginning this fall.
Epic chronicles the deeds of holy men and women who for 2,000 years have built a great civilization and spread the Gospel throughout the world...
[ In Outdoors/Recreational ]Mountaineer Festival to Feature Parade, Street Dance and MoreDuring the two-day event, all ages can compete for prizes in events like Climb the Greased Pole, Catch a Greased Pig, Wood Chopping Contest, Archery Competitions and more. Additionally, mountain arts and crafts with many artist demonstrations will be available inside the Rabun County Civic Center...