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2011 New Design and Changes Coming

admin — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 18:33:25 +0000

2011 is already looking like a better year for everyone. We are seeing some light at the end of the tunnel even if it may still appear far away. We are going to be making some major changes this year with Dahlonega411.com and we hope that it will make the site easier to use, manage and maintain. Please stay tuned for some interesting changes coming your way.

2010 Traffic Statistics are In!

Phillip — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 21:33:47 +0000

First, let me thank all the visitors from 2010 and say hello to you new visitors for 2011. Our goal of creating a useful business and event directory for Dahlonega is coming into fruition. We had a stellar year for traffic with 60,134 (more…)

More Exposure for Local Business

Phillip — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:09:04 +0000

Dahlonega businesses now have another way to promote their establishments and services. There is an outside information board at the Visitors Center. Just about everyone who comes to visit North Georgia stops by that board. You could be advertising your business to thousands of people each month. (more…)

Farmer’s Market Opening

Phillip — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:56:37 +0000

The Dahlonega Farmer’s Market is opening May 1st. It will be open every Saturday and Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. until October 30th at Hancock Park in downtown Dahlonega. Not only will you find locally grown fruits and vegetables but you can find some sweet and savory jams, jellies and other home-made items that will be for sale. (more…)

We’ll Miss Ranger Open House

Phillip — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 17:37:08 +0000

One of the most exciting events my family and friends from all over enjoy is the Ranger Open House which I discovered last night from one of the Camp Merrill NCO’s has been cancelled. Then when I opened my Nugget this afternoon I see the same is confirmed. The bridge leading to Mosley Airfield has been removed due to age and/or weight requirements. If you have been to the event you know the bridge as it is the only way to get to the airfield from the barracks. The Ranger Run is still on. (more…)

Bear on the Square - 2010

Phillip — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:58:26 +0000

Check out what is going on this weekend in Dahlonega. It is our Bear on the Square - Bluegrass festival. Come enjoy the vendors, music and food Saturday and Sunday in Downtown Dahlonega’s Square. This celebration marks the anniversary of a time almost 20 years ago when a bear came into the square and had to be escorted out of town. Too many activities to list. We went this morning and the weather was perfect and the children had a blast. Come visit Dahlonega!

Relay For Life 2010

Phillip — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:03:51 +0000

Hey Everyone! From the co-team captain of the Anita Memorial Kennison Team for the Lumpkin County Relay For Life 2010. She was a beautiful, talented woman who left this earth way too early. Our Event takes place this Friday, March 26th starting at 7 PM with our Survivor Lap! The event will be taking place at the NGCSU Recreation Center. Please come and show your support for an organization that is the official sponsor of ‘more birthdays’. (more…)

Bear on the Square Live Country Auction

Phillip — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:21:07 +0000

The 14th Annual Bear on the Square Mountain Festival’s Live Country Auction, which will be held Friday, April 16, will have an earlier starting time this year. Festival officials also announced that the highly-popular opening night event has obtained a sponsor. The event will take place in the MainStage Tent in Dahlonega’s Hancock Park adjacent to the Historic Public Square.
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3rd Annual Pie Baking Contest

Phillip — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:16:17 +0000

The 3rd Annual Pie Baking Contest and Pie Tasting Event will take place on May 29, 2010 at the Dahlonega Hancock Park/Catholic Center (one block behind Brad Walker Pottery) in Dahlonega, GA. Tasting begins at 11AM and will continue until 2PM. Enter your best pie, either a savory or dessert pie (deadline for registration is May 10) or plan to attend the even and sample a wide selection from the best cooks in the area.
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1st Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt

Phillip — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:11:51 +0000

Kappa Sigma Fraternity Presents:
1st Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt
(100% of Donations go to Dahlonega’s Rainbow Children’s Home)

Time: Sunday March 28th at 2:00pm
Location: Yahoola Creek Park, Softball Fields
Who is invited: Kids ages 12 and under!!
Hot Chocolate and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts!!!
Bring your Easter Egg Baskets….