Governor Calls On Georgians During ‘Hands On Georgia Week’

Hands On Georgia -- an annual event that highlights the ultimate mission of building a sense of community involvement and volunteer service throughout the year -- expects as many as 30,000 volunteers to serve approximately 130,000 hours of service throughout the week...
Sep 26, 2007

2007 Cumming Country Fair & Festival Offers Affordable Family Fun

The Fair is back in neighboring Forsyth County!  Bo Bice and the Charlie Daniels band are part of the entertainment lineup, including local artists, Chase Mitchell and Matt Daryl, performing at the annual Cumming Country Fair & Festival, now celebrating its 13th year...
Sep 26, 2007

Annie Auditions Happening at Holly Theatre

Auditions for the roles of Annie and the orphans, slated for mid-October, will consist of one song, a cold reading and a brief dance audition...
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

Black's Mill Students Receive 'History Lesson' from North Star Bikes

Fifth graders at the Dawsonville elementary school were treated to a lesson on bicycles by Kelly Parham, including a discussion on safety tips...
Aug 31, 2007

Cumming Child to be a Bright Light in Times Square National Down Syndrome Awareness Video

Carly Elizabeth Ingram of neighboring Cumming, GA, will appear in lights on Broadway as part of the National Down Syndrome Society's video production to demonstrate that people with Down syndrome can be successfully included in community activities, education and employment...
Aug 22, 2007

Schoolhouse Rock Live, Jr. Comes to the Holly

The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series -- Schoolhouse Rock -- that taught history, grammar, math, science and politics through clever, tuneful songs, will be presented in a new live engaging musical rendition by The Holly Children's Theatre this Fall...
Aug 22, 2007

New School Year, New Friends

One thing's for sure: When it comes to kids' self-esteem, friendships matter. It isn't important whether your child has a dozen friends or one treasured best friend...
Aug 20, 2007

Uncle Shuck's Welcomes New Season in September

You've got to come see what's carved in the four miles of cornfields at Uncle Shuck's this year.  The season is about to begin and promises another year of wholesome family fun, including hayrides, bonfires, haunted trails and a whole lot more. There are several free activities, too...
Aug 17, 2007

Kohl’s Donates Nearly $363,000 to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Healthy-Sized Donation Unveiled at Kohl’s Cares for Kids Healthy Back-to-School Fair on August 11...
Aug 17, 2007

Dawson and Lumpkin County Cub Scout Sign Up

Cub Scouts wants you to join the fun and excitement of America’s foremost youth program for boys...
Aug 9, 2007

Free Programs at Dawson and Lumpkin Libraries Round Out Summertime Events

Great programs for budding artists and 'tweens and teens' are on tap at the Chestatee Library system in late July...
Jul 20, 2007

New Easy-Bake Oven Recall Following Partial Finger Amputation; Consumers Urged to Return Toy Ovens

Voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed...
Jul 19, 2007

Puppeteer Peter Hart Performs This Week at Chestatee Library System

Puppet shows and classes by a comic book guru are on tap at the Library this week.  Don't miss out on the fun...
Jul 18, 2007

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy to Serve as Celebrity Spokesperson for Prudential Georgia Realty Cause

For the second year, Prudential Georgia Realty welcomes Jeff Foxworthy as our Celebrity Spokesperson for the Ticket to Ride Horse Show benefiting the Sunshine Kids Foundation...
Jul 10, 2007