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Dahlonega's 28th Annual Old Fashioned Christmas through December
Come enjoy more of the festive activities and family fun with the bright lights, Great Shopping and Dining, Live Entertainment in numerous venues, Visits with Santa, Carriage Rides, Trolley Tours... and much more..
 
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North Georgia Zoo Sunset Tours
NEW THIS FALL!  See the zoo from a different perspective.  Get a unique upclose and personal guided tour.  Meet & Greet with some of the zoo's baby exotic animals!  Refreshments served while watching the sun set and get upclose with even more animals.   Don't forget  your camera.  Picture time provided with the baby animals!  Space is limited... 
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Broughton Hotels Awarded Management Contract of Acqua Hotel in Mill Valley, California
Inspired by the elements of sky and water, Acqua Hotel offers a serene sophistication highlighted by contemporary boutique hotel style. The hotel location is situated on the edge of Richardson Bay. Rooms are smart and simple, with a Zen-like tranquility, inspiring views...
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New Mexico Governor Places Bounty on 'Billy The Kid'
New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez is offering a reward of $10,000 on the head of William H. Bonney, a.k.a. "Billy the Kid", and called for citizens to travel the state of New Mexico to find him...
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Stay Cool in Georgia This Summer
June and July feature events across the state designed to keep you cool and having fun. Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain is hosting Summer Beach Fun for the whole family through August 21. Games and special entertainment keep the gardens festive as you relax on beautiful Robin Lake. Head to the Decatur Beach Party on June 17 or the Douglas Beach Bash on June 21 to experience sand, water, food and live entertainment right in their respective downtowns...
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North Georgia Canopy Tours Expands Its Outdoor Adventures in 2011
North Georgia Canopy Tours welcomes 2011 with exciting additions and enhancements to its ultimate zipline operation in Lula, Georgia. A new zipline tour, a uniquely-designed disc golf course, geocaching, rustic camping and “glamping” underneath the stars in authentic teepees are added attractions that are transforming this destination into an outdoor adventure and entertainment center for groups, families and couples of all ages...
 
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Come Fly With Us
See the sites of Atlanta as never before and charter a helicopter ride with North Atlanta Executive Air Services, now flying from the newly opened helipad atop the Hilton Garden Inn in Atlanta...
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Weddings Made Memorable with Atlanta’s Best Limos
There's still time to check out and take advantage of Atlanta's Best Limos special wedding packages, valid through the end of June...
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Sawnee Woman's Club Debuts Inaugural 2009 Tour of Homes Fundraiser on Saturday, May 2
The Tour will feature three custom homes designed and built by custom homebuilder David Wahlbom, President of Smith Jackson Properties, LLC, a Forsyth County-based builder and long-time resident.  Each home features distinct construction characteristics inspired by classic European, Tuscan/Mediterranean and Craftsman-styled architecture...
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Sawnee Arts Festival this Saturday
Make plans now to attend the second annual Sawnee Arts Festival this Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Central Park Recreation Center. Admission is free...
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"Can You Hear The Pipers Playing?"...
It's Coming…Dahlonega's 2nd Annual Celtic Music Festival! -Mark your calendar for March 27, 28 and 29, 2009!...
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Spring Preschool Programs at the Forsyth County Public Library
Preschoolers can enjoy stories, songs, and activities at the Forsyth County Public Library this Spring.  Lapsit promotes the love of language and early language skills through picture books, puppets, songs, and movement.  Storytime invites children to listen and learn with stories, songs and activities.  The Spring preschool program series runs from Monday, March 23 through Thursday, April 30..
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Downtown Dahlonega Hosts Appalachian Jam Every Saturday - April 18 Through November 7
North Georgia’s mountain music pickers and singers flock to the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site every Saturday, April 18 through November 7. Listeners and musicians alike enjoy the acoustic bluegrass and old time string music on the Public Square....
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[ In Daytrips ]
Kangaroo Conservation Center Launches All New "Aussie Outing" for 2009
The Kangaroo Conservation Center in Dawsonville begins its 10th year of operation in March, with a brand-new offering for 2009 — the "Aussie Outing." Offering more flexible scheduling, a variety of animal shows and the fully narrated "KangaRanger" rides through the "Georgia Outback" at regular intervals throughout the day...
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Expecting Great Things? It's time for a Babymoon!
You've heard of a honeymoon--but have you ever heard of a babymoon?  If you and your mate are expecting your first child (or your tenth!), you may be in serious need of a little rest up before the baby arrives...
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Georgia Aquarium Adds Great Hammerhead Sharks
The Georgia Aquarium released two new great hammerhead sharks (Sphyrna mokarran) into the Ocean Voyager gallery, built by The Home Depot. The Aquarium now houses three great hammerhead sharks, giving it the largest collection of the species on display in North America and one of only two aquariums in the country to feature it.
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Hilton Head Island Paradise
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is much more than just a typical island with sandy beaches and over populated resorts.  It has all of that and a whole lot more.  It is known world-wide for its excellent golf courses and tennis courts.  The people there are extremely kind and the employees at the hotels and resorts are quick to lend a helping hand...
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Cobb County BMX has some very big plans for 2009
BMX was one of the most anticipated sporting events of the 2008 summer Olympics and will make an even bigger splash in London for the 2012 summer games....
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When Penguins Fly
Flightless birds arrive at the South Carolina Aquarium....
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Alex Beaton America’s Foremost Scottish Vocalist Headlines Dahlonega’s Celtic Festival
Dahlonega’s annual Celtic Music Festival is the exciting kick off to the city’s 2009 festival season, taking place March 27, 28 and 29th! This years 2nd annual Celtic Music Festival features concert highlights by Alex Beaton, Highland Way,  and Emerald Rose, to name a few....
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Liberty Belle -- WWII B-17 Bomber Takes Flight over Atlanta to Help Angel Flight's Mission
Liberty Belle, a newly restored World War II B-17 Bomber, will take to the skies over Atlanta on Monday, February 9th for Media flights. Public flights available February 14-15 & February 21-22 and flight hours are 10am to 5pm each day at the Dekalb Peachtree airport....
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St. Marys Georgia Weekly Scoop
No more wondering what is going on in the Downtown St. Marys area.  Enjoy our Weekly Scoop of information.  Hope to see you around town.  Shop local and think Downtown first!...
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Events & Entertainment from Dahlonega, Georgia
Come visit Dahlonega in the North Georgia Mountains for some great entertainment and special events!...
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Historic Roswell...Worth the Visit
Located on the northern banks of the Chattahoochee River in Fulton County, Roswell, Georgia's sixth largest city, is in an area whose history was impacted and shaped by the 1828 discovery of gold in north Georgia, the opening of cotton and woolen mills known collectively as the Roswell Manufacturing Company a decade later and the occupation by Union troops in July of 1864 on their march to Atlanta.
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Water that powered Roswell and empowered Georgia
Narrated through the bobbins and spindles left behind in the mills, the voices of mill workers and historic pictures that give testimony to the harsh realities of mill life, this is the first exhibit of its kind to plumb the story in depth and give greater context to Georgia's role in the textile industry.
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Year-round Races Celebrate Fitness, Natural Beauty, Local Culture In Pensacola Bay Area
Pensacola, Fla. – Nov. 5, 2008 – On your mark, get set, go to the Pensacola Bay Area for fun and challenging races along scenic courses...
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Surviving a Road Trip with Kids
Rising gas prices and tightening budgets make a car trip painful enough, but surviving the road with toddlers and teens doesn’t have to be...
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Vacation at Nearby Lake Hartwell
For a fun vacation close to home Lake Hartwell remains an economical choice for the entire family...
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Vickery Creek Elementary Presents Third Annual Spring Carnival
This year's Carnival features live entertainment, including a performance by local student band, 2nd wav, talent show performances and DJ entertainment by former VCE teacher, Kevin Smith of Keep Forsyth County Beautiful.  Rides include the ever-popular quad jump, giant shark slide, rock climbing wall and more, along with a cool race car exhibit...
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Take a One Day Safari, Close to Home This Summer (Really)
What if you'd also like to actually pet a playful tiger cub, mingle with monkeys, swim with elephants, feel the prickly quills on a porcupine?  Well that sounds like a one day Safari, and that narrows your choices down to just one place...
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