Thursday, September 30, 2010

#81 - Paws In The Park Downtown Blue Ridge City Park

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Paws In The Park
Downtown Blue Ridge City Park

Mark your calendar and plan to come and enjoy a day with your favorite pet. Event includes parade, pet education and demonstrations, rabies clinic, micro-chipping, contests, prizes, photos with your pet, and much more!!! 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Humane Society.
Barbara Phillips
706-632-7311


Dates for this event
October 23, 2010

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

#30 - Autumn and changing leaves

#30 in our 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge




Picture of Autumn color in New Hampshire - Free Pictures - FreeFoto.com

Start making your plans to come to the mountains for the beautiful fall colors!
Take a drive, rent a cabin, spend a few days!

Memories to last a lifetime.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

#272 -THE SANTA EXPRESS

#272 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

 


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THE SANTA EXPRESS 
November 24th thru December 24th

The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway celebrates the holidays on The Santa Express with forty-five, fun-filled train rides. On board, your family will hear Christmas stories, sing Christmas carols with elves, and visit with the North Pole’s jolliest elf himself during the ride. Seats are limited: Advance reservations are required. These trips take approximately 1 hour. Ticket prices are $32 for those 13 and above, and $17 for those 2 thru 12. Children under 2 not occupying a seat will receive a free ticket. (There is no stop or layover during this trip.) Before the trip come meet Mrs Clause on our deck at the depot for photo opportunities. Bring your camera!

Friday, September 24, 2010

#16 - PUMPKIN PICKIN’ SPECIAL

 #16 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

Welcome to the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway!
PUMPKIN PICKIN’ SPECIAL - Sunday, October 24th

Thursday, September 23, 2010

#804 - LEAF WATCH -- Coming October 1

#804 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge


LEAF WATCH 2010 -- Coming October 1

Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites are preparing to launch “Leaf Watch 2010” on Oct. 1. The partnership with the Georgia Forestry Commission tracks the fall’s colors in Georgia.


Wednesday, September 22, 2010

#314 - ANNUAL GOLF GREENSPASS

#314 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge


SAVE $$$ WITH OUR ANNUAL GOLF GREENSPASS! ~ Take advantage of our annual GreensPass good at 7 golf courses. We have individual, senior, junior and family passes.

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

#1 - Swan Drive In Theatre - watch a movie under the stars

#1 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

Swan Drive In Theatre 
watch a movie under the stars

Monday, September 20, 2010

#978 - Historic Walking Tour of Vogel

#978 of 1000 Things To Do In or Near Blue Ridge

Get Outdoors Georgia
Historic Walking Tour of Vogel Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 2 PM to 4 PM
Vogel State Park - Blairsville, GA
Walk with a ranger as you learn what the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) did to convert a patch of woods into one of Georgia's most popular state parks. Did anyone live here prior to the CCC arriving in the 1930s? Take a walk to find out. 706-745-2628.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

#245 - have dinner at Christy Lee's Courtyard Grille

#245 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

Listen to some great music and enjoy life with us 
at Christy Lee's.
Pets are always welcome in the courtyard.
$1 Oysters ALL DAY EVERY DAY - Check out our daily lunch and dinner specials.
Christy Lee's will open on Sunday's beginning October 3rd!

Seafood, Raw Bar, Steaks, Pasta, Pizza


588 E. Main Street
Suite C
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
706-946-5100


Saturday, September 18, 2010

#519 - West Side Block Party

#519 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

West Side Block Party
Monthly Event! 
Don't Miss It

Friday, September 17, 2010

#188 - Appalachian Fresh Market

#188 in 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

The Farmers Market @ Summit Street


The old state farmers market has re-opened with fresh produce provided by growers from several counties, as well as craftsmen from the region displaying their crafts. 
Friday's from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., 
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

#337 - Apple Picking - it's time for UPick

#337 of 1000 Things To Do In and Near Blue Ridge, GA

 

Mercier Orchards Fruit in the Market: Jonagold, Jonathan, Golden Delicious, Golden Supreme, Jona Prince, and Red Delicious Apples!

 

Get Apple Recipes at

Evenings On The Deck

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

#432 - Ride The Rails Festival

#432 of 1000 Things To Do In and Near Blue Ridge

Ride The Rails Festival 
Sept  18, 19 2010
 Saturday hours 10am-3pm  
Sunday hours 11am-2pm  
More info 706-455-8903. 
All Ages

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

#619 - Visit The Art Center

#619 in our 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

The Art Center
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420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA‎ - (706) 632-2144‎ - 0.1 mi N

Monday, September 13, 2010

#261 - Annual Wildlife and Nature Art Festival & Outdoor Expo

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Annual Wildlife and Nature Art Festival & Outdoor Expo 
Saturday, Sept. 18th 2010
Sunday, Sept. 19th 2010
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$ 5.00 admission
under 12 Free

 Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association 706-632-2144

Sunday, September 12, 2010

#994 - The Village Restaurant

#994 in our 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

The Village Restaurant

Real southern style cooking

4131 E. First Street Valley Village Shopping Ctr.
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
706-632-2277

Saturday, September 11, 2010

#254 - WorldWide Paint Out

#254 in our 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge


Sat, September 11, 3pm – 5pm
Sun, September 12, 4pm – 5pm
The Art Center, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA (Fannin County) (map)
Description Landscape painters will invade Blue Ridge, GA September 10, 11, 12. Some of the area's most talented outdoor painters will bring their paint boxes and easels to Fannin County, well known for its rivers, mtn vistas, waterfalls, bridges, etc., historically significant buildings (Historic Fannin County Courthouse, L L Beanery, Coldwell Banker Bldg, Train Depot). Remarkable 8th Annual event Paint (Blue Ridge 2010) is happening with the support of International Plein Air Painters (Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association and Southern Appalachian Artist Guild.). Artists are expected from all over the southeast, to converge on Blue Ridge, GA all day on September 10, 11, 12 to paint outdoors throughout the town. Call 706-632-2144 for information on registering to paint one or all of these days. Be a part of this Global Paint out Phenomenon! Entrance fee will be $20 non-members and $15 members. Prizes will be awarded for First, Second, Third place winners. Exhibit will begin in the Studio Gallery as paintings are finished and turned in to the Art Center. Judging will take place on September 12th at 5 pm.
  

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

#98 - Take A Class - Beginning Voice for Adults & Children

#98 of 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

Take A Class
at
The Art Center
420 West Main Street
Blue Ridge, GA 30513

Weekly on Thursday, Saturday, Sept 16 until Dec 16, 2010
Contact Marilyn Peters to set up time of lesson: 706-851-4494 

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

#755 - have lunch at Cucina Rustica - Italian country cuisine

#755 in 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge
Cucina Rustica

Italian country cuisine

A Taste of Italy in the Georgia Mountains

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Sunday, September 5, 2010

#2 - L & L Beanery Coffee and Café

#2 in 1000 Things To Do In Blue Ridge

260 West Main
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Ph: 706.632.3242



Located in downtown, historic Blue Ridge, is housed in the old Fannin County Bank on West Main Street and displays the original tin ceilings. Located across from the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway..

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