Reading Between the Lines

Reading Between the Lines debuts today as a brand new column in DawsonTimes, and it's all about books, reading, children, writing and an occasional book review. It will reflect writer, Lola Schaefer's experiences as a teacher, consultant, writer, published author and workshop facilitator.  Enjoy...
Nov 14, 2007

Scholastic Pressed on 'The Golden Compass'

Christian groups across the country have been expressing their concerns about an upcoming movie, The Golden Compass, which hits theaters in time for the holidays.  Now a plea from the Catholic League has been issued to Scholastic Corporation with regard to issue of The Golden Compass book and others in the series...
Nov 13, 2007

CSI at Dawson County Library

Popular television programs give us a glimpse into the world of a CSI and their fascinating work, and now kids can learn all about forensics and how this science helps solve police investigations...
Nov 9, 2007

How Businesses Can Protect Their Customers’ Privacy

According to a Harris Poll sponsored by Microsoft, 60% of Americans said they’ve decided not to support a store because of doubts about that store’s privacy protections...
Nov 8, 2007

Pilot Reveals Potential Dangers of Congested Skies

Author/Pilot Philip Donlay shares disturbing facts in a new book, Code Black, revealing that the possibility of mid-air airplane collisions is not far-fetched at all. In October of this year, two private planes came close to colliding in mid-air near Las Vegas due to an error made by an air traffic controller...
Oct 30, 2007

Teen Halloween Party at Dawson County Library

Step into the graveyard in your creepiest costume and head to the library for some spooky fun and yummy food provided by Longhorn Steakhouse of Dawsonville...
Oct 22, 2007

Dawson County Library Closed October 27

The Dawson County Library will be closed Saturday, October 27, 2007 for the Moonshine Festival...
Oct 15, 2007

150th Celebration at Dawson County Library a Big Success

As part of the 150th Anniversary of Dawson County celebration, Dawson County Library hosted Old Fashioned Days on Saturday, September 22...
Oct 10, 2007

Dawson County Library Offers Free Computer Classes

If your idea of a browser is someone who likes to window shop and you think that search engines have wheels, it might be time to come to the library for an introduction to the Internet...
Oct 5, 2007

Senator Zell Miller to Hold October Book Signing in Dahlonega

U.S. Senator and former Georgia Governor Zell Miller's new book ties Dahlonega in The Miracle of Brasstown Valley...
Sep 24, 2007

Computer Basics Workshop Held at Dawson County Library

There's something for everyone this fall at the Library, including a computer basics workshop and holiday decorating classes...
Sep 24, 2007

‘Fiddler’s Ghost,’ Latest Novel by ‘Darling Boy’ Mitch Jayne, Is Published by Wildstone Media

“Fiddler’s Ghost,” the latest novel by Mitch Jayne, has been published by Wildstone Media.  Jayne is perhaps best known as a member of the Dillards, the influential bluegrass group that appeared on “The Andy Griffith Show” as the Darlings, a family of musical hillbillies...
Sep 21, 2007

ClickN' READ Phonics Helps Special Needs Children Learn to Read

For parents of special needs children, who understand that it's often difficult for public schools to adequately respond to their child's needs, ClickN' READ Phonics has been a god-send...
Sep 12, 2007

Chestatee Library System Offers 'Lifelong Learning'

Just because you're out of school doesn't mean that your education has to stop.  Be a 'lifelong learner' through workshops and resources offered at the Dawson and Lumpkin County libraries...
Sep 4, 2007

Dawson County Humane Society Cookbooks Now Available

Cookbooks benefiting the Dawson County Humane Society can be found at Paper Moon in downtown Dawsonville...
Aug 29, 2007