Ranger Open House May 5
The annual 5th Ranger Training Battalion will host an Open House at Camp Frank D. Merrill Saturday, May 5. Gates open 11 a.m. and events include weapons and equipment displays, mountaineering and snake shows, live helicopter and parachute operations and hand-to-hand combat demonstrations. Admission is free.
BOOK/BAKE SALE AT LIBRARY May 12
The Lumpkin County Library, in partnership with the Dahlonega Woman’s Club, will hold a bake sale and book sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 12. Come early to stake your claim on some delicious baked goods and drinks, and then browse the book sale. All proceeds will benefit the Lumpkin County Library.
The Library is part of the Chestatee Regional Library System and serves all members of the Lumpkin County community. 706-864-3668, www.chestateelibrary.org
Volunteer Appreciation at Gold Museum
On Tuesday, May 15, the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site will show their appreciation to volunteers and welcome new volunteers at an informational open house from 5:30-7 p.m. Volunteers greet the public, contribute to the museum’s upkeep, and serve as ambassadors for the town. Admission is free to current and potential volunteers.
Pie contest coming, bakers needed
Lumpkin County Literacy Coalition is looking for pie bakers to enter the 5th Annual Pie Squared Competition. The popular pie baking contest/tasting will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 26, at St. Luke’s Catholic Church and Hancock Park. Awards will be presented in two categories—Savory and Sweet pies. The entry fee is $5 with proceeds going to the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which is administered locally by LCLC and which mails free books to Lumpkin children birth through 5 years. Deadline to submit entry forms for the pie competition is May 23. Tickets are also available for the festive pie tasting following the judging. Tickets are $10 for five tasting or drink coupons. The entry form is online at lumpkinliteracy.org/events or call 706-867-9607.
Community Support Activities
Brick Fundraiser for Cherokee museum
The Yahoola United Cherokee Museum and Cultural Education Center, Inc. is selling engraved bricks which will become part of the permanent Cherokee Memorial walkway leading to the Museum from the parking area. Bricks are $55 each and will bear a personal message. Proceeds from the Pave the Way Program go toward the building of the museum. Pave the Way brochures are available at the Welcome Center or on the Web at yahoolacherokeemuseum.com.
Monthly Habitat surplus sale May 11-13
Habitat for Humanity holds a surplus sale of home construction and remodeling supplies (including tools and decorating items) on the second weekend of each month. The items are available Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 16 Westbrook Drive. (next to Chestatee Animal Hospital on Highway 52 East). All proceeds benefit Habitat.
Relay seeks Participants, contributors
Lumpkin County’s Relay for Life will be held May 11-12 at Lumpkin County High School. The event begins at 6 p.m. May 11 with opening ceremonies and the Survivor Lap. Register a team, join a team, sign up for survivor activities, sign up as a survivor, purchase a luminaria, make a donation and view event information at www.lumpkincountyrelay.org. Registration to participate is free.
SEED SAVING & LENDING LIBRARY
Wild Mountain Girl Herbal School on the square in Dahlonega offers a seed library. Completely free to the public, this is a way for the community to share and save valuable seeds of all types. Cindi Vernon, (706) 429-6323, cindiv@windstream.net
Free PIck up of Donations by CHP
Community Helping Place is in need of gently used furniture. Free pick up within a 10-mile radius of the store. Ben, 706-867-9621 ext. 106
Pick up for Southern finds
Call Southern Finds (A NOA store) to pick up gently used furniture and/or home decor. Donations receive a tax deductible receipt. 706-867-6167
Pickup by Waypoint
Waypoint Center Thrift Store will pick up yard sale leftovers, furniture, clothing and household items. All donations benefit the organization’s non-profit, faith based addiction recovery program. Call 706-867-0297 for pickup. www.waypointcenter.org
Children & Young Adults
PIck & Bow Summer MUsic Camp REGISTERING
Georgia Pick & Bow Traditional Music School will hold a week-long day camp of intensive music instruction for young beginner through advanced musicians June 18-22. The camp offers training in bluegrass and old time music, song, dance, and crafts for students 4th through 12th grades and is held at the Dahlonega Baptist Church. Instruction and activities are geared toward having fun, developing skills, playing music in a group, and, in general, immersing children in an interest that may well last a lifetime. For more information or an application form, contact Ann Whitley, annwhitley@mac.com or 404-790-9211.
CAMP, CLASSES at Dahlonega Gymnastics
Now registering for summer camp, gymnastics classes and swimming lessons. Call 706-864-8516 or visit DahlonegaGymnastics.com to register online. (May 30)
Kids on Campus Summer Program at NGCSU
Camps will be offered the week of July 9-13 and July 16-20, and will include Passport to China, Snack Attack, Space O’Rama, CSI, and Crafty Kids. For full camp information, including sports camps, visit www.northgeorgia.edu/summercamps
DUMC MMO/preschool registering
Dahlonega United Methodist Church MMO/Preschool is now taking applications for school year 2012-2013. Ages Toddlers-Pre-K class. Contact Angie Mayo or Dana Fritchle @ 706-864-8521. www.dahlonegaumc.org/ministries/mmo-and-preschool
Head Start/Pre K applications NOW OPEN
Lumpkin County Head Start/Pre-K is taking applications for its 2012-13 program year. Children will need to be age 3 or 4 by Sept. 1 in order to qualify. The Lumpkin County Head Start/PreK program welcomes children with disabilities and does not discriminate based on race, gender, national origin or religion. 706-864-3456
YMCA After-School Program
Lumpkin County Parks YMCA After School Program serves children from Lumpkin elementary and middle schools from 2:45 to 6 p.m. on school days. One time registration fee $15. Weekly fees: one day, $15; two days, $30, three to five days, $40. Register at the Lumpkin County YMCA Community Center or contact Stephen Disanto, 706-864-3622. tfn
SCOUTING:
Boy Scout Troop 36 is chartered by the Mountain Ranger Association and meets Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. at their scout hut located at Camp Frank Merrill 5th RTB. Troop 36 participates in a 50-mile hiking/canoe trip every summer, as well as camping, kayaking, backpacking, rock climbing and caving year round. Don McElliott, 706-864-0278, www.dahlonega36.mytroop.us
Boy Scout Troop 303 meets weekly on Mondays at 6 p.m. in the Scout Hut with a campout generally held once a month. Visit and consider making Troop 303 your Boy Scout home. 706-867-7047, www.bsa303.org
Cub scout pack 36 meets Mondays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Lumpkin County Parks YMCA arts and crafts room. Monthly themed pack meetings, outdoor activities plus community service projects. 770-503-6221, 706-867-6711, www.littlemen.webs.com
Venturing group: Venture Crew #79 meets Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. in the art room at Park and Rec. Venturing is a youth led program for boys and girls ages 13-20 and involves high adventure activities such as kayaking, white water rafting and rock climbing as well as social activities and community projects. Augustus Brightwell, 706-864-9487 abrightwell@hotmail.com
Farmers Market
FARMERS MARKET RETURNS in New location
The Dahlonega Farmers Market will open Saturday, May 5, this year in a new location. The market features vegetables, fruits, jams, honeys, and herbs as well as flowers and plants, and is open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday until Oct. 27 at West Main and Waters streets (across from the Holly Theater). Each week new products will be available as all items are locally grown. Farmers interested in participating can obtain a permit ($15/month) at City Hall, 465 Riley Road. Become a Fan of the “Dahlonega Farmers Market” on Facebook. Rebecca Shirley, 706-864-6133
Races/Festivals
Ranger 5K/15K run, 34K bike race May 5
The annual 5th Ranger Training Battalion will host the Mountain Ranger Run, a 5K, 15K race and 39K bike race Saturday, May 5. Registration for the run and bike race is available at www.active.com Search “Mountain Ranger Run.” Money earned from the event is returned to the community’s non-profit organizations.
Mountain flower Art Festival May 19-20
The Mountain Flower Art Festival, this year produced by the Dahlonega Arts Council, will be held Saturday and Sunday, May 19-20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event continues a fine art and quality craft festival which has been a tradition on the public square on the third weekend of May for 26 years. www.DahlonegaArts.org
At the Library
Lumpkin County Library, 706-864-3668
www.chestateelibrary.org
HOURS: M-W 10-5:30, TH 11-7, FRI-SAT 10-3:30
Facebook. “Become a Fan” on the library’s Web site
eBooks: Downloadable at the library’s Web site.
Free Online Classes: Register with your library card at www.chestateelibrary.org
Reading to Dogs, Saturday, May 5, 11 a.m. to noon: Kids will have fun, boost self-confidence, and improve reading comprehension by reading to a therapy dog and his trainer. Please make a 15-minute appointment.
Universal Class Introduction, Wednesday, May 9, 9 a.m. Learn all about Universal Class, including how to set up an account and enroll in classes. The free online classes in all kinds of subject areas are offered by the library. Please call to sign up for the class.
Clifford the Big Red Dog, Wednesday, May 9, 1 p.m. Clifford will to the library to help celebrate Children’s Book Week. Crafts, Songs, stories.
eBook Workshop, Thursday, May 10, 5:30 p.m. This workshop will help patrons use the free eBooks offered by the library for use with eReaders. Please call to sign up for the class.
Pets
Dog Obedience, Agility & Rally-O classes
Classes start May 15-20. Intermediate Obedience is a pre-requisite for Agility. Classes run for seven weeks. Dogs must be four months with vaccinations. $99 ($10 discount on Obedience Classes for adopted shelter dogs). Visit www.dahlonegaobediencegroup.com for class schedules. Dahlonega Obedience Group (D.O.G.), certified instructor Mary Kay Crowell, 706-864-0410
Micro-chipping at animal shelter
Micro-chipping is available to the public at Lumpkin County Animal Shelter for any dog or cat for $20. Tuesday-Saturday, 10:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m. 1363 Red Oak Flats Road, 706-867-7297
volunteer pets needed
The Compassionate Pets Program at Compassionate Hospice of North Georgia is seeking volunteers. Tami, Volunteer Coordinator, 678-943-3585 or 678-717-0969
Purchases from online retailers benefit TLC
TLC Humane Society has partnered with Adoptashelter.com to raise money for Lumpkin County’s no-kill shelter. Any item purchased through http://adoptashelter.com/MallPortal/?shelter_id=1487 at over 400 retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, iTunes, Office Depot and others earns money for TLC. All prices, customer service and discounts are exactly the same as going directly to the merchant.
Senior Services/Activities
lumpkin County Senior Center
266 Mechanicsville Road, 706-864-2358,
lcseniorcenter@windstream.net
Free sculpture class demonstration: The second Free Sculpture Class Demonstration will be at 10 a.m. Monday, May 7, in the Senior Center Art Studio. The topic is “Mold-making Techniques Using Plaster and Clay,” and the demo will be followed by two workshops, 10-12 on Wednesday and Friday.
SENIOR Co-ed SOFTBALL: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. Co-ed, age 50+. 678-343-8069.
Rubber Bandits: strength training program Tuesdays and Fridays through June 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. $10 per person/month.
Silver Singers: This group of community singers is open to seniors 55+ to sing and have fun. Tuesdays.
Artists Open Studio: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon at the Senior Center Art Studio.
Wellness programS for 55+: Healthways Silver Sneakers, designed for 55+ adults, Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m. Cardio Fit at 3 p.m. Thursdays.
YOGA FLOW for PERSONAL Fitness: Beginner level yoga classes for 55+ from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $60 for a six-week session.
Nutrition Program for 60+: Socalize, exercise, play games and enjoy crafts, pool, and more. Have a nutritious hot meal.
Art Workshop
SIMPLIFICATION IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Marsha Hamby Savage will offer the Plein Air workshop for all skill levels from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, May 17-19, at The Art Loft. Students will work in either pastel or oil as they plan a painting, begin it, and keep their focus. $345. To register, call Anita Elder, 706-429-6008, aelder1@windstream.net, www.artloft.net
Music/Drama/Film & More
NOrth Georgia Children’s Chorus May 4
The North Georgia Children’s Chorus will present Sounds of Spring, the concluding concert of its 5th performance season, at 7 p.m. Friday, May 4, at NGCSU’s Gloria Shott Auditorium. NGCC consists of two performing choirs, Jubilant Song, ages 12-18, directed by Janey Chapman, and The Upbeat Singers, ages 8-12, directed by Ruth Purcell. Accompanist is Hannah Chapman. A reception will follow the concert. Free and open to the public.
Jamming on the Square every Saturday
Acoustic musicians gather on the lawn of the Dahlonega Gold Museum from 2-5 p.m. every Saturday through Oct. 13 for the Dahlonega Appalachian Jam. Join in or stop by to listen. Produced by Dahlonega Downtown Development Authority and Better Hometown Program. Facebook group: Dahlonega Appalachian Jam, 706-864-3513
Dahlonega Mountain Dance May 11
The Dahlonega Mountain Dance will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 11, at the Woodman of the World Building, above Cranberry Corners. Music will be provided by Mountain Mayhem, and caller is Walter Daves. Please wear soft-soled shoes. A suggested donation of $8 will be accepted to benefit the Georgia Pick & Bow Traditional Music School. Visit Dahlonega Mountain Dance on Facebook.
North GA Chamber Symphony concert May 19
The North Georgia Chamber Symphony, Inc., based in Dahlonega, will perform Saturday, May 19, at 7:30 p.m. at Dahlonega United Methodist Church, one of three area spring concerts. This concert features music from the 1700’s through the 20th century, from Classics to Pops. Additional concerts will be held Thursday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m. at Grace Presbyterian Church in Dawsonville, and Friday, May 18, at 7 p.m. at the Old Courthouse on the Square in Blairsville. Admission is free, but donations to cover the expenses of the concerts will be accepted.
events at NGCSU
Pickin’ Porch Old Time Jam: An old-time music jam is held from 12:30-2 p.m. every Thursday at NGCSU’s Vickery House. Musicians of all levels are welcome to bring fiddles, banjos and more for a friendly exploration of the traditional music of Appalachia. Others are invited to listen. Jon Mehlferber, 706-867-2832, jpmehlferber@northgeorgia.edu
Caruso’s, 19B East Main Street, 706-864-4664
www.diningindahlonega.com
Every Sunday, 5 p.m.: Texas Hold ’Em Poker
Every Mon., Tues., Wed., 7:30 p.m.: Texas Hold ’Em Poker
Thursday, 8 p.m.: Dahlonega Idol
Every Friday, 9 p.m.: Karaoke & Dance Night
Every Saturday, 9 p.m.: Karaoke, Dance and Contest night
The Crimson Moon Café, 24 North Park Street, 706-864-3982, www.thecrimsonmoon.com for advance reservations online. Call for day of event reservations.
Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tom & Juli. Hundreds of cover songs from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s while you dine. Free. (Moved to Wednesday from Thursday through May.)
Thursday, May 4, 8-10 p.m. Open Stage with Barb Carbon (rock/blues/folk). $5 day of show. In line with friends and fellow mu-
sicians such as Sonia Leigh, Sean Kagalis, and Julia Carroll, Barb Carbon rose up through the the discriminating Atlanta music scene to prove that she has the songwriting ability and vocal prowess to capture a crowd and keep them coming back. Self-identifying primarily as a songwrit-
er, Carbon has worked hard to hone her performance skills and it has paid off. She has graced the stages of some of the Southeast’s premier music venues.
Sunday, 2-5 p.m. Traditional Music Jam: Bring your instruments and/or voices and join in on/around the stage, or have a seat and just listen as a 90-plus-year-old “pickin’ and grinnin” tradition continues. Hosted by Jason Kenney and Friends. Free.
Sunday, 7-9+ p.m. Donna Hopkins 1st Sunday ‘Bring on the Blues’ Jam. Performers free, listeners $5. www.DONNAHOPKINS.com.
Monday, May 7: Free Speech Spoken Word Nite, 7-10 p.m. hosted by Jon Dahlstrom, now in the main floor concert hall. Share your poetry, prose, or dialog in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Free.
Holly Theatre, 69 West Main Street, 706-864-3759,
www.hollytheater.com
Johnny Cash Now, Friday, May 4, 8 p.m.: Go back to a Johnny Cash concert of 1969 and hear not only Johnny’s most popular songs but also the sounds of other artists who performed with him. $15. www.johnnycashnow.com See article this page.
Mountain Music & Medicine Show, Saturday, May 5, 7:30-10 p.m. Live recording of a radio show. $15 www.mmmshow.com
Grant Searcey Art Show and Opening Reception Featuring Musical Guest Erick Jones of American Anodyne, Wednesday, May 9, 7 p.m. Dahlonega artist Grant Searcey has been professionally painting since 1996. Drawing influences from comic books and graffiti art, his highly stylized art can be found in galleries and shops world-wide. The art show and reception party will feature original paintings by Searcey with a special musical guest Erick Jones of American Anodyne. Free.
Johnny B’s Beef & Brew, 438 West Main Street, 706-864-2400
Thursdays: College Night
Fridays: Live entertainment
Mondays: Trivia
Tuesdays: Country Western Music/Karaoke night
Friday, May 5: Stoned Sandwich
The Oar House, 3072 Highway 52, 706-864-9938, www.theoarhouse.com
Live entertainment Friday and Saturday 6-9 p.m.
Poppy’s Pool Hall,132 Legion Road, 706-864-0774, www. nga.apaleagues.com
Every Saturday night: 7:30 p.m. Tournament
Every Wednesday: 7 p.m. APA (American Poolplayers Association) 8-Ball pool league play
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub, 87 North Chestatee Street, 706-482-0114. All ages welcome, no cover.
Wednesdays, 8:30-11:30: Wingin & Singin: 50¢ chicken wings and karaoke
Thursdays, 8-10 p.m.: Team Trivia. Prizes and giveaways.
Friday, May 4, 8:30-11:30 p.m.: Chad Garrett. Singer-songwriter Chad Garrett combines playful lyrics, a unique acoustic guitar style and a passion for entertaining people. Experimental influences crash into an acoustic sound paved by classic songwriters. By not relying on fitting into one musical genre, Garrett defines a style all his own. All ages welcome. No cover charge.
Saturday May 5, 12-3 p.m. Tom and Juli on the deck. Listen to an incredible repertoire of cover songs from this popular Dahlonega duo.
Saturday May 5, 8:30-11:30 p.m.: Dan Sheffield. Dan Sheffield is a guitar-picker and singer from just outside Atlanta. Dan is a lover of all styles of music and performs well-known covers, rock classics, blues, country and soul with his evocative singing and with Delta-fingerstyle guitar licks and progressive rock feel. His powerful voice and distinctive musical style have enabled him to perform alongside such well-respected Atlanta musicians as Nathan Nelson, Bill Sheffield, Joe McGuinness, Count M’Butu and Mudcat.
Mondays, 8-10 p.m.: Open Mic Night hosted by Jason Kenney
Tuesdays: Tuesdays with Tim—live music with Tim O’Donovan, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
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WINE TASTING
Dahlonega Tasting Room featuring Habersham Wines, 16 North Park Street · Public Square, (706) 864-8275
Naturally Georgia featuring Tiger Mountain Vineyards, 90 Public Square North: 706-864-0832
Simply Taste Buds, a tasting room for Georgia Wines, 39 South Chestatee Street, 706-482-0004.
Support Groups
Nursing Mothers’ Support
Mom to Mom Breastfeeding Support Group meets monthly at different locations due to weather or site availability. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers meet in an informal setting for fun, information and friendship. Lynn Hale, WIC Breastfeeding Counselor, 678-630-9596
Domestic violence: support, crisis line
NOA (No One Alone) conducts weekly support groups for women and children to give victims the opportunity to process current abuse and the emotions accompanying domestic violence situations. Groups meet each Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Childcare provided. 706-867-6420 for information. 24-Hour Crisis Line, 706-864-1986
Reformers Unanimous Addiction Program
RU meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at Wahoo Baptist Church, 9365 Highway 52 East, Murrayville. Helping others break chains of addiction. Childcare provided. Supported by Wahoo, Faith, Canaan, and Harvest Baptist churches. 706-867-9385
Grief support programs at NGMC
Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) offers free grief support groups in area schools, as well as an ongoing support group to parents surviving the loss of their adult child. 770-219-8888, Jennifer Sorrells, Jennifer.Sorrells@nghs.com .
Kinship Care—grandparents raising grandchildren
Kinship Care, a program for grandparents and other relatives raising grand childen, is a safe place to share experiences. Members learn from each other and find out about programs for which they and the children may be eligible. Meetings are held from 10 a.m. to noon on the second Wednesday of each month at The Lumpkin County Senior Center. Legacy Link, Inc., Area Agency on Aging, 770-538-2650 or 1-800-845-LINK.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY: Biblically-based 12-Step Recovery Meeting.
Dahlonega UMC: Every Saturday. Church service 5:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Meeting 6:30 p.m. Dinner provided. Dahlonega United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 107 South Park Street
Set Free Church: Every Tuesday and Wednesday night at 7 p.m., 1660 Highway 52 East
Alcoholics Anonymous:
The Gratitude Group: Meeting at noon Mon., Tues, Wed., Fri.; 7:30 p.m. Thursday (Twelve and Twelve); 9 a.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday. All meetings at Kidz Church of the Dahlonega United Methodist church using the Maple Street entrance opposite the Sun Trust bank ATM. AA Hotline: 706-867-7769
12 Step Meeting: Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., Dahlonega Baptist Church
Al-Anon:
Saturdays 9-10 a.m. and Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Georgia Mountain Unitarian-Universalist Church, 439 South Park Street. 770-833-2034
AA Big Book meeting meets at Dahlonega Baptist Church every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
Lumpkin County Caregivers
A support group for caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia meets at 12:30 p.m. the first Monday of the month at Dahlonega Baptist Church. 706-867-6569
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
Narcotics Anonymous meets twice a week, 8 p.m. Mondays and 7 p.m. Fridays, at Georgia Mountain Unitarian-Universalist Church on South Park Street. 706-216-5023
Assistance Available
Free Food at DCOG Monday, May 7
The Mercy Monday program at Dahlonega Church of God makes boxes of non-perishable food available at no cost to those who are going through a difficult time. Distribution is between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the first Monday of the month. A box lunch will be provided. 4 Happy Hollow Road, 706-864-3782
Free Legal Services
Georgia Legal Services program provides free legal services to qualifying senior citizens and low-income clients. Services are based on case type and financial eligibility. GLSP does not handle criminal cases. Appointments: 1-800-745-5717 between 9 and 11 a.m. Monday-Thursday. (1/mo)
Education/Classes
Gainesville sBDC Classes
Gainesville Small Business Develoment Center offices located at The Featherbone Communiversity, 999 Chestnut Street, Gainesville. Register online at www.georgiasbdc.org or call 770-531-5681 for more information.
Maximum Money, Wednesdays May 2-30, 9-11 a.m. Dawsonville Best Western. $50 Register at www.dawson.org
Starting a Business: Q&A, 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 2. No charge. Pre-registration required.
Stewards of Children Training May 11
This child sexual abuse prevention training program is offered on the 2nd Friday of each month at the Dahlonega Presbyterian Church. May’s session will be held from 5:30-8 p.m. May 11. Deadline for registration is May 4. $10/person includes a meal and child care. Contact Brenda Cronan, Family Connection Director, at 706-867-7047 or bcronan@lumpkin.k12.ga.us for information or to reserve a spot.
NORTH GEORGIA CONTINUING EDUCATION
For information on these classes, contact the NGCSU Department of Continuing Education at (706) 864-1918, email conted@northgeorgia.edu or register at www.northgeorgia.edu/ce.
Appalachian Basket Weaving: Learn to weave an egg basket from kudzu vines supplied by your instructor. Saturday, May 12, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $79 Regina Hines.
Online PLU-Approved Courses for Teachers: North Georgia Continuing Education offers a multitude of online courses approved for two PLU credits by the Department of Education. Courses include: Creating the Inclusive Classroom, Leadership, Survival Kit for New Teachers and more. Full list at northgeorgia.edu/ce.
Online Learning with Ed2go: NGCSU’s Continuing Education Department offers instructor-led, on-line classes which run for six weeks, and are never cancelled. Go to www.ed2go.com/ngcsu for a listing of classes.
S.A.T. and Study Prep
Essay, English, math, and science with Dr. Norman Leonard nleonard73@gmail.com
program aims to improve reading skills
The Lumpkin County Literacy Coalition and Lanier Technical College are both supporting a new Adult Literacy Program (ALP) initiative to identify and help those who want to improve reading skills. If you have a relative or friend who cannot read at all, or can read some but would like to improve their reading abilities, then encourage them to give ALP a call. The program offers one-on-one tutors, self-pacing and confidentiality. 770-740-9343.
International appalachian academy
Classes Wednesday for Japanese Language/Culture and Thursday for World History/Literature. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 390 Tom Bell Odom Road. 706-265-5502, learn@internationalappalachianacademy.com
GED opportunities
Great news! Incentives are now available for GED students who are serious about committing to earning their GED. Our own Literacy Coalition is offering a $10 gas card for students meeting an attendance criteria, and $20 to any student who refers a new student who meets the attendance criteria. Call for details and let us help you obtain the GED credential needed to even interview for a job these days. 706-867-2862
Mountain Ed High School
Earn a high school diploma at night. SACS accredited, certified teachers, state-funded. 4-9:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. 706-864-0229
Herbal Apprenticeship
Wild Mountain Girl Herbal School is offering a 10-month Herbal Apprenticeship Program, held one Saturday a month for 10 months covering a complete study of the herbal world. Cindi Vernon, (706) 429-6323, cindiv@windstream.net
Buddhist meditation and study group
Gold Hills Buddhist meditation and study group meets weekly in Dahlonega. Carol Trimble, meditation instructor, 706-482-0514
Volunteers
Meals on Wheels needs volunteer drivers to deliver meals in the Lumpkin County area. If you have the time (only two hours out of your week) and want to help the homebound senior adults in our community, please call Rhonda at 706-864-2358 for more information or come by the senior center for an application. Training will be provided.
Mentoring volunteers are matched with students to serve as a role model, advisor and friend. Lumpkin County Family Connection Mentor Program, Brenda Cronan, bcronan@lumpkin.k12.ga.us, 706-867-7047
Odyssey Hospice Volunteers: Odyssey Hospice needs volunteers in the Dahlonega area to help meet the needs of hospice patients and families, and enable them to live a higher quality of life than they would achieve on their own. Volunteers visit with patients, offer administrative support, make blankets, bake cookies and provide many other services. Gail Manter, Manager of Volunteer Services, 706-549-5736 or 877-637-9432.
Affinis Hospice is seeking caring, upbeat volunteers to work with hospice patients in and around Lumpkin County. Roxann, 678-333-8507 or rbradford@affinishospice.org
COMMUNITY HELPING PLACE is seeking volunteers for the Food Pantry, Free Clinic and Thrift Store. Flexible scheduling. Ben Wallace, Volunteer Services Director, 706-867-9621
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) needs volunteers to work with abused and neglected children. 706-864-0300, information@enotahcasa.org, www.enotahcasa.org.
Lumpkin County Literacy Coalition has volunteer opportunities in ESL, GED, Adult Literacy, Children’s Literacy, or on fundraising committees. Office, 706-867-9607; Juanita Tipton, 706-867-1835, www.lumpkinliteracy.org
THRIFT STORE CUSTOMER SERVICE: NOA (No One Alone), the domestic violence program for Dawson and Lumpkin counties needs volunteers to work at its thrift shop. Fiona Boss, 706-867-6167
Lumpkin Animal Shelter needs volunteers for office work as well as hands-on socialization of animals. 1363 Red Oak Flats Road, 706-867-7297
Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Humane Society, a/k/a “TLC”, needs pet foster homes, volunteers, and donations. Mary Waits, Foster Home Coordinator, 770-823-3908, or to volunteer, contact the shelter at (706)864-2817.
Hospice of NE GA. Medical CENTER needs caring individuals to help serve grieving individuals following the death of their loved one. Training provided. Carol Jewell, 770-533-8888 or 888-572-3900, www.nghs.com
Compassionate Hospice of North Georgia seeks individual volunteers and group organizations are to help people coping with terminal illness and their families. Steven Vanlerberghe, 678-651-1440
Holly Theatre welcomes volunteers in any capacity to help with concessions, set construction, answering phones, marketing, organizing or children’s theater. 706-864-3759
DAHLONEGA Gold Museum needs volunteers to help staff the museum four to eight hours each month. Training provided. Call or drop by, 706-864-2257.
Church/Religious Events
Gospel Singing
Freedom MInistries saturday night singing
Saturday night singing: Big Oak Gospel Music at 7 p.m. each Saturday. Featured singers on May 5 are Glory Road, Forever Alive, and Down to Earth. The event is hosted by The Freedom Heirs and admission is free; a love offering will be collected. 1067 Highway 115 South (Old Dahlonega Highway) 706-867-6534 www.gospelgigs.com/glendonwilliamsfreedomheirs, freedomministries@windstream.net
Annual Chicken Dinner at Lighthouse Baptist Saturday
Lighthouse Baptist Church, Dawsonville, will hold a Chicken Dinner
Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 5, at 329 Harmony Church Rd. Plates are $7. 678-357-1377, 706-265-9868, www.lighthouse-baptist.com
Homecoming sunday at lighthouse baptist, Dahlonega
On May 6 at 11 a.m. The Lighthouse Baptist Church, 5007 Highway 52 East, will have a Homecoming Service with communion, foot washing, honoring elders and dinner on the grounds. All are welcome. Rev. G.W. Gravitt, pastor.
UnitARIAn Universalist church
Georgia Mountains Unitarian Universalist Church is a welcoming congregation. On May 6 songwriter, singer, guitar player, Judy Linn will present “A Soul Jam.” Worship 11 a.m.; children’s religious education classes 11:30 a.m. following announcements and story time. Child care provided. 706-864-0661, www.gmuuc.org
WOMEN’S MINI-RETREAT at DUMC Friday
Dahlonega United Methodist Church will host “An Evening with Angie Smith” Friday, May 4. The wife of Todd Smith, lead singer of the hit Christian contemporary group Selah. Smith is a nationally-known speaker who travels with Women of Faith. She will speak on “What Women Fear.” All ladies are invited for the dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by the event at 7 p.m. Advance tickets for dinner and the event are $45; advance registration for the event only is $20; tickets at the door for the event are $30. www.dahlonegaumc.org or Brenda Elrod, 678-577-1639
Non-denominational Bible Talk Sunday
A nondenominational Bible Talk will be held in the Community Room of United Community Bank on Morrison Moore Parkway at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 6. The gospel will be presented simply and sincerely. No literature will be distributed and no collections taken. 404-788-8394
Fun and good food May 11-12 in Auraria
The Lighthouse Baptist Church of Dahlonega is holding a benefit at the Auraria Community Clubhouse Friday and Saturday, May 11 and 12, to raise funds for the youth group gospel retreat. The event starts at 7 a.m. with breakfast. Beginning at noon, hamburgers, hotdogs and barbecue sandwich plates will be served, drinks included. There will be a bake sale all day with a cake walk ($2) held at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.. Oil paintings by a local artist will be sold. and one will be given away to the 50th customer each day. Raffle ($3) for a king-size hand quilted quilt on May 12—you don’t need to be present to win.
Prayer LIne available
A local prayer line is available 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and a half day Sunday. If no one answers leave request on machine. 706-864-0673, http://gearinministries.tripod.com
Art Classes
Art by Rayneri Watercolor Classes
Oscar Rayneri, watercolor instructor, offers classes on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at his studio. 706-867-8059, orayneri@windstream.net, www.oscarrayneriart.yolasite.com
classes at Funky chicken
Beginning woodcarving at the Funky Chicken Art Project. www.funkychickenartproject.com or Christina, 706-864-3938, funkchic@windstream.net
art instruction by Win Crannell
Win Crannell is offering art instruction at his studio/gallery at 734 Calhoun Road. 706-864-6422, wcrannell@windstream.net
Painting lessons by Anita Elder
Learn the fundamentals of oil painting in a fun and relaxing environment with fellow artists. Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, beginner through advanced. Individual help given each student. 706-429-6008, www.artloft.net
Wellness/Fitness
Yoga at Dahlonega Spa Resort
Thursdays at 6 p.m.: Hot Yoga—it’s powerful and energetic Yoga posture-flow in a heated room with Carolina Sartain—burn calories while detoxifying body and mind. Tuesdays at 6 p.m.: Yoga for all levels. A basic Hatha Yoga flow, appropriate for any level with Chris Sartain. 400 Blueberry Hill off Town Creek Church Road. 706-865-7678
YOGA with Quiana
Yoga promotes ease, health, vitality and peace. Vinyasa Flow integrating movement, breath and mudras. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9-10:15 a.m.; Wednesday, 6:20-7:35 p.m.; Thursday 4- 5:20 p.m.; Saturday 8-9:30 a.m. To join, contact Quiana, 828-318-9169, iliveingrace@yahoo.com
Holistic movement classes
Wild Mountain Girl Herbal School on the square announces new holistic movement classes. Classes for grace, balance, gentle stretching, cardio-strength, walking and more. All classes are easy and inexpensive. Cindi Vernon, 706-429-6323
AT Dahlonega Healing Arts
Morning Yoga 9-10:15 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Evening Yoga Monday, 6:20 p.m.; Wednesday, 6 p.m., Thursday 4 p.m. and Friday, 4:30 p.m. Chigong/Taichi: Tuesday at 6 p.m. and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. 81 Crown Mountain Place, Building E, Suite 100, 706-867-7026
Jazzercise
Adult classes offered now, Jr. Jazzercise and Team Dance coming soon. Jazzercise of Dahlonega, 400 Wal-Mart Way, Suite F. 678-617-0329, www.jazzercise.com; bgagne@windstream.net
YOGA Flow for Personal Fitness
Morning/afternoon/evening classes promoting improved strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, breath control and stress relief. Paula Bingham, YogaFit® trained 706-864-2851 pyb3644@windstream.net
natural & holistic living
The Southern Association of Green Enthusiasts is open to anyone who is interested in natural, alternative, green and holistic living. Cindi Vernon, (706)429-6323 or cindiv@windstream.net
Wellness Classes
Learn healthy eating habits, lifestyle choices and exercises by certified nutritionist and wellness coach. 706-429-7956 Wellness-21, on the Public Square. www.wellness-21.com
saturday Walking Group
Come join us and make walking fun and social. All levels welcome. Light stretching, strengthening and walking of course. Introduction to Nordic walking. Call for times and locations. 706-429-7956, Wellness-21, on the Public Square. www.wellness-21.com
Lessons: Music/Dance
Dance Classes
The Ballet Barre offers dance classes starting at age 2 1/2 in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary and pointe. www.bbarre.com
music, songwriting lessons
Jason Kenney offers instruction in guitar, mandolin, banjo, songwriting, and music theory at the Holly Theater. 706-344-7059
STring Instruments
Bluegrass instrument instruction—fiddle, banjo, guitar, bass, mandolin. Sonny Houston, 706-864-4606
MUSIC LESSONS
Beginning and intermediate piano and violin, children and adults welcome. Ruth Purcell, 706-482-9968 or rppurcell@windstream.net
Music lessons
Guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass. $10. James Lambert, 706-973-9317
Weekend camp for drummers
Drum Camp for beginners, middle school, high school. Three-day weekend camps in Dahlonega. Rory Knapton, 706-865-1564
STRING INSTRUMENT Lessons
Guitar, banjo, fiddle—any string instrument. Vintage Music, Public Square. Individual or small groups. 706-864-2682
Recycling
PLASTIC/PAPER/ALUMINUM:
• # 1 & 2 plastic bottles (discard lids)
• Corrugated cardboard (clean and dry)
• Office paper and junk mail, magazines etc. No paperboard (such as cereal boxes), brown fiber paper (such as brown paper bags) or paper towel or toilet tissue cores.
• Aluminum and tin cans. (please rinse out)
Locations:
• Lumpkin County Recycle Center, 1642 Red Oak Flats Road, (706-867-7574
• Lumpkin County Landfill, Barlow Road. 706-864-6338
• Bins at Radar Ridge, Morrison Moore across from the college dorms
• Bins on Highway 19 North across from Ace Hardware.
CITY PICK UP AT RESIDENCES
The City accepts the same things except for cans. They do not have to be separated.
CFL BULBS: Home Depot
BATTERIES
• Radio Shack/Dahlonega Pharmacy:household rechargeable batteries
• Home Depot
Cell PHones
Dahlonega Funeral Home collects old cell phones for “Cell Phones for Soldiers,” an effort to support military members returning from active duty. 706-864-DOVE
PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS:
• J&J Foods
• Walmart
STYROFOAM: Publix accepts egg cartons and meat trays.
Electronic Recyclables, MIcrowaves, etc.
• Waypoint Thrift Store, Highway 60 East of 400, 706-867-0297
More Pets
TLC Donations needed
Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Humane Society, a/k/a “TLC,” is a small no-kill 501(c)3 located at 1735 Red Oak Flats Road, Dahlonega. Their wish list includes pet leashes, flea control, puppy and kitten wet food, toys and scoopable cat litter, as well as cash donations, volunteer dog walkers and foster homes. 706-864-2817
TLC seeks volunteers, trainer assistants
TLC Humane Society is looking for volunteers to help animals, make new friends and have fun. There are many ways to help, from walking dogs to working on construction projects. Volunteers are also needed to assist in training the TLC dogs Saturdays, 10 a.m. at TLC—no experience needed. 706-864-2817, info@tlchs.org or stop by TLC at 1735 Red Oak Flats Road.
Senior Services uncut
lumpkin County Senior Center
266 Mechanicsville Road, 706-864-2358,
lcseniorcenter@windstream.net
SENIOR Co-ed SOFTBALL: Bring your glove and come play at The Lumpkin County Parks & Recreation Field #5 (adjacent to the Senior Center, 266 Mechanicsville Road.) Games will be played Monday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. Co-ed, age 50+. 678-343-8069.
FRee Tax Help: Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. See info under Assistance Available heading.
Rubber Bandits: strength training program for older adults. Dr. Dawn Hayes, professor in physical therapy at NGCSU, instructs the class Tuesdays and Fridays through June 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. $10 per person/month. Contact Dr. Hayes at 706-864-1899 or dmhayes@northgeorgia.edu.\
Silver Singers: This group of community singers is open to seniors 55+ to sing and have fun. No singing talent necessary. Directed by Jenni Jackson. 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Artists Open Studio: Meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon at the Senior Center Art Studio. Come work on your own art—any discipline, any level. Share, socialize and learn from other artists. Lumpkin residents 55+ are free. 706-864-2358
Wellness programS for 55+: The nation’s leading fitness program, Healthways Silver Sneakers, designed for 55+ adults, Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m. Cardio Fit at 3 p.m. Thursdays. Improve strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. Programs are free.
YOGA FLOW for PERSONAL Fitness: Beginner level yoga classes for 55+ from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $60 for a six-week session. Paula Bingham, pyb3644@windstream.net, 706-864-2851
Nutrition Program for 60+: Socalize, exercise, play games and enjoy crafts, pool, and more. Have a nutritious hot meal. Come by for a tour of the center. 266 Mechanicsville Road, 706-864-2358
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