News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
July  31, 2018
News for Members
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Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.

Ribbon Cuttings – Congratulations!
MVCB Ribbon Cutting
Welcome Mountain Valley Community Bank! Mountain Valley Community Bank offers personal and business banking, loans and investing services as well as mortgages. www.mvcbank.com, 111 Collins Ave., Blue Ridge, GA, 30513. (706) 946-2265
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Ribbon Cutting for Black Dog Mountain Rentals
Welcome Black Dog Mountain Rentals! Black Dog Mountain Rentals is a full service cabin rental company, serving Blue Ridge, Georgia. Introducing their flagship rental, Huckleberry Hill on VRBO and Airbnb. See Huckleberry Hill Like us on Facebook

Community & Local Events Calendar
July 28 – August 25 – 3D Off the Wall Exhibit, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
August 4 – Maria Howell and Noell Freidline Jazz, Blue Ridge Community Theater
August 10 – Travis Bowlin Live, Blue Ridge Brewery
August 11 – Matt Foster Live, Blue Ridge Brewery
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Pickin’ in the Park
Friday
*Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

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Chamber Calendar of Events
July 31 – Golf Committee Meeting at La Pizzeria, 76 Forge Mill Rd., Morganton
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Business After Hours at Mercier Orchards Downtown, 260 West Main St.
 5:30 to 7 p.m.
August 1 – Lunch N Leads at Blue Jeans Pizza
12:00 p.m.
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Member Events
 


Ecyclers USA
Hawaiian Luau
Denim _ Diamonds Flyer
Mercier Orchards Festival

News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
July  24, 2018
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BAH Mercier Orchards Downtown

Chamber & Member News & Events
 
PRIMARY RUN-OFF ELECTION IS TODAY
Two local primary run-offs will appear on the Republican primary ballot on July 24. Incumbent Larry Joe Sosebee faces Glenn Patterson for Fannin County Commissioner.  Steve Stanley will run against Mike Cole in the school board race. Other races in the Republican primary run-off include Casey Cagle vs Brian Kemp for Governor; Geoff Duncan vs David Shafer for Lieutenant Governor; and David Belle Isle vs Brad Raffensperger for Secretary of State. The Democratic Party run-off includes Sid Chapman vs Otha E. Thornton, Jr., for State School Superintendent.

Community & Local Events Calendar
July 12-29 – The Savannah Sipping Society, Blue Ridge Community Theater
July 20-28 – Georgia Mountain Fair, Georgia Mountain Fairground
July 27 – Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise Ins, Dairy Queen
July 28 – 3D Off the Wall Exhibit, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
July 28 – Tri-State Model Railroaders Open House, Mineral Bluff Depot
July 28  – Contemporary Southern & Folk Art Exhibit Opening Reception, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
July 28 – Family Fun Day, Mercier Orchards
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Pickin’ in the Park
Friday
*Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

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Chamber Calendar of Events
July 24 – Primary Run-off Election Don’t forget to vote!
July 24 – Ribbon Cutting for Mountain Valley Community Bank, 111 Collins Ave.
10:00 a.m.
July 25 – Ribbon Cutting for Black Dog Mountain Rentals, 434 Martin Crossing, Cherry Log
2:00 p.m.
July 26 – Ambassador Lunch at Alpine Deli, 204 West Main St.
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Golf Committee Meeting at La Pizzeria, 76 Forge Mill Rd., Morganton
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Business After Hours at Mercier Orchards Downtown, 260 West Main St.
 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Member Events

Glow River Float
Ecyclers USA
Hawaiian Luau

News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
July  2018
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Two Great Business After Hours in July!

BAH Treo Blue Ridge

BAH Mercier Orchards Downtown

Chamber & Member News & Events
 
FOCUS GROUPS & INTERVIEWS FOR COPPER BASIN
RENAISSANCE – JULY 17 AND 18
Planners from the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government will be in the Copper Basin on July 17 and 18 to conduct interviews and focus groups for the Renaissance Master Plan.  Appointments are available for participation by community and business leaders at the following times:
First Baptist Church of McCaysville:
Tuesday, July 17 at 1:30 or 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 18 at 9:00 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Please contact the Chamber at 706-632-5680 if you are interested in participating.
 
PRIMARY RUN-OFF ELECTION IS JULY 24;
EARLY VOTING STARTS JULY 2
Two local primary run-offs will appear on the Republican primary ballot on July 24. Incumbent Larry Joe Sosebee faces Glenn Patterson for Fannin County Commissioner.  Steve Stanley will run against Mike Cole in the school board race. Other races in the Republican primary run-off include Casey Cagle vs Brian Kemp for Governor; Geoff Duncan vs David Shafer for Lieutenant Governor; and David Belle Isle vs Brad Raffensperger for Secretary of State. The Democratic Party run-off includes Sid Chapman vs Otha E. Thornton, Jr., for State School Superintendent.

Chamber Member Anniversaries!!
Burger King
 
Southern Appalachian Artist Guild
 
 
 
Fannin County Public Library 
Mountain Paws Cabin Rentals

9 New Members!
First Choice Landscaping
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(706) 200-2960
Kyle Boyer
First Choice Landscaping is a locally owned and operated company that offers a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are custom design to each individual property. 
Lanier Tech Pros
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(678) 701-7787
Stephen Bradley
Lanier Tech Pros is a full-service digital marketing agency that has been creating beautiful yet affordable responsive websites, social media campaigns and custom search optimization solutions for customers in Blue Ridge and across north Georgia for more than a decade.
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Mercier Orchards Downtown
260 West Main St.
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(706) 946-3411
Rita Suiter
Open daily 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Mercier Orchards Downtown serves breakfast and lunch as well as offers a bakery and hard cider/wine tasting area. 
Mountain High Cabin
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Scott Nelson
Mountain High Cabin located on Sunrock Mountain in the heart of Blue Ridge is unrivaled for its 180° phenomenal views of the Smoky Mountains. Get that secluded mountain feeling while being just 5 miles from town, Mercier Orchards, and all mountain outdoor activities. 
 
The Cider House
(706) 492-7753
Stephanie Cots
Enjoy a home-cooked lunch or dinner with our famous homemade fried pies and pressed cold cider at The Cider House.
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Toccoa Overlook Cabin
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(770) 329-3640
Kelly Pearson
The Toccoa Overlook Cabin is a beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bath mountain view home on the Toccoa River that can sleep up to 15 people. It is nestled on 9 acres of private land with hiking trails down to 500 ft of river front on the Toccoa River.
 
Toccoa River Cottage
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(770) 329-3640
Kelly Pearson
The Toccoa River Cottage is a cozy studio home on the beautiful Toccoa River that can sleeps 2 people. Beautifully appointed and romantic, the Toccoa River Cottage is the perfect destination for a getaway for you and your special someone! The Cottage is only 2.5 miles from downtown Blue Ridge.
 
Troy Shirbroun, Coldwell Banker
(407) 739-4230
Troy Shirbroun
Troy Shirbroun, is a Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker High Country Realty.
 
WoodmenLife, Julie Dermer
Epworth, GA, 30541
(678) 447-1161
Julie Dermer
Julie Dermer helps local families prepare for the future, while working with them to make a difference in our community. As your WoodmenLife Representative, Julie will learn what makes you unique, and work with you to tailor solutions based on your financial needs.
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Community & Local Events Calendar
July 4 – 4th of July Observance, Epworth Community Club
July 4 – Blue Ridge Freedom 5k and 10k, Downtown Blue Ridge
July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks, Meeks Park
July 7 –  Carl Pruett and The Crossroads Band Blues Roots, Blue Ridge Community Theater
July 7 – Van Dilbeck Memorial & Steel Head Race , Blue Ridge Motorsports Park
July 12-29 – The Savannah Sipping Society, Blue Ridge Community Theater
July 14 – Singing in the Mountains 15th Annual Concert, Fannin County High School Performing Arts Center
July 20-28 – Georgia Mountain Fair, Georgia Mountain Fairground
July 21-22 – Butternut Creek Festival, Meeks Park
July 27 – Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise Ins, Dairy Queen
July 28 – 3D Off the Wall Exhibit, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
July 28 – Tri-State Model Railroaders Open House, Mineral Bluff Depot
July 28  – Contemporary Southern & Folk Art Exhibit Opening Reception, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Pickin’ in the Park
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

Copper Basin Renaissance

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Chamber Calendar of Events
July 4 – Main Chamber Welcome Center, Caboose and McCaysville Center are all closed for the holiday.
July 5 – Ribbon Cutting for Mercier Orchards Downtown, 260 West Main St.
10:00 a.m.
July 17 – Business After Hours at TREO, 588 East Main St.
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
July 18 – Chamber Board Meeting at noon, Chamber Board Room
July 17 & 18 – Focus Groups and Interviews for Copper Basin Renaissance.
July 19 – Ribbon Cutting for First Choice Landscaping at the Chamber
10:00 a.m.
July 24 – Primary Run-off Election Don’t forget to vote!
July 24 – Ribbon Cutting for Mountain Valley Community Bank, 111 Collins Ave.
10:00 a.m.
July 26 – Ambassador Lunch at Alpine Deli, 204 West Main St.
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Business After Hours at Mercier Orchards Downtown, 260 West Main St.
 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Member Renewals-Thanks!
 
A Rolling Thunder River Company
Akins Funeral Home
All Choice Plumbing
Americas Best Value Inn
Angela Stewart DeLorme, P.C.

Bethel UMC

Blood Assurance
Blue Ridge Mountain EMC
Blue Ridge Mountain Kayaking
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Assn/The Art Center
Blue Ridge North Georgia Ford, Inc.
Blue Ridge Oil Change
Blue Ridge Pharmacy
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Blue Ridge United Methodist Church
BumbleBee’s Cafe Blue Ridge, LLC
Burger King
Cohutta Country Store
Coldwell Banker High Country Realty
Danielle’s Great Eats Deli
Das Kaffee Haus
DOTSGOOD
DQ Grill & Chill
Edd Stepp Agency, Alfa Insurance
Edward Jones, Mike Hamby
Enchanted Mountain Retreats, Inc.
Family Life Chiropractic Center
Fannin County Board of Commissioners
Fannin Lanes Bowling Center
First Baptist Church of Epworth
Georgia Department of Labor
Habitat for Humanity
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
Jaime Levins
K & S Tank Lines
Kevin Panter Insurance
Kiwanis of Blue Ridge
Melwood Springs Water Company
Men on the Move
Mountain Laurel Cabin Rentals
Mountain Paws Cabin Rentals
Mountain Property Limited
Mountain Valley Motors
Mountain View Orchards
Nicholson Agency Insurance Mart
North Georgia Boat Lift
North Georgia Physical Therapy
Nottely River Valley Vineyards
Ocoee Animal Hospital
Out of the Blue, Inc.
Paradise Hills, Winery Resort & Spa
Parris Medical Services, Inc.
Pat’s Kountry Kitchen
Russell Seabolt, D.M.D.
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
Southern Appalachian Artist Guild
Southern Financial Consultants, Inc.
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
State Farm Insurance/Charles Edmondson
Stress Buster Vacation Rentals & Property Management
Terminator Pest Control Services
The Lilly Pad Cottage
Thomas Insurance Group
Tin Loong of Blue Ridge
Toccoa River Tubing Company
Total Lifestyle Concepts, Inc.
Town & Country Furniture
Tri-State Business Women
Tri-State EMC
Tri-State Model Railroaders
United Community Bank
Whispering Pines Campground
Wildwater Limited
Willow Creek Cabin Rentals
Zip Line Canopy Tours of Blue Ridge
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Member Events
Habitat Orientation
Glow River Float
UNG Save the Date
CASA Fundraiser

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Business After Hours

Coming Soon!

Operation Appreciation 2018
September 7 will kick off Operation Appreciation when Chamber Board Members, Ambassadors, Leads Group Members and Staff will visit every Chamber member with a local business address to deliver new publications, a window decal and a gift to show our appreciation. If you are interested in volunteering for delivery, please contact Kim Foster at (706) 632-5680 or [email protected]. Lots of fun and prizes too!
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Fall Decorating Contest
The Chamber’s 4th Annual Fall  Decorating Contest will take place in October for Blue Ridge, McCaysville and Copperhill Chamber members. Participants will compete for great prizes; 1/2 page page ad in Information Please, FREE one-year Chamber membership, and tickets to the annual banquet. Be on the lookout for the entry form in September’s newsletter and your Operation Appreciation bag!
 
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Fall Golf Tournament

The Chamber’s 26th Annual Golf Tournament will take place onOctober 8 at Butternut Creek Golf Course. Registration information and hole sponsorship opportunities coming soon!

Featured Member…
Mountain View Orchard & Cider House Cafe
When it comes to Marc and Stephanie Cots, growing a business and living in a small town is what they know and love. The story starts over ten years ago when Marc visited the area with his motorcycle friends and fell in love with the mountains of Georgia and Tennessee. After meeting Stephanie and bringing her to the mountains, the couple pictured a life for themselves in the small town of McCaysville — as owners of The Cider House and Mountain View Orchard.

Marc and Stephanie want to raise their family in a small town, and they have a vision — making The Cider House and Mountain View Orchard the best kept secret in the mountains. Leaving the hustle and bustle of south Florida behind, they relocated to the peaceful mountainside orchard, where they are gradually making improvements and updates to the Cider House Cafe and Mountain View Orchard, owned by Joe and Mary Jo Dickey for over 50 years.  Visit them soon at the Cider House!

Welcome New Chamber Members!
 
Cintas Corporation
(678) 602-0465
Bryon Iwane
Cintas leads the industry in supplying corporate identity uniform programs, providing entrance and logo mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services, and industrial carpet and tile cleaning. They operate more than 400 facilities in North America-including six manufacturing plants and eight distribution centers.
Dreamview Cabin
(954) 681-3950
Doug Boyer
Dreamview Cabin is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath cabin that can accommodate up to 8 guests. Located on 2 very private acres in the highly sought after and beautiful Cashes Valley area Dreamview is perfect for those who desire to escape the crowds. For all the outdoor enthusiasts out there, the cabin is very close to many different and exciting outdoor activities such as hiking, rafting, ziplining and more!
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Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival
Union County Schools Fine Art Center
Amanda Lawrence
Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for an under-served audience to engage with the voices of Appalachia and develop a cultural intelligence. They put on the Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival each April.
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Heavenly Hollow
(239) 465-8099
Kiley Bergin
Heavenly Hollow- Escape To The Perfect Mountain Getaway!! Secluded/ Pet friendly Private cabin that sits on almost 3 acres, with access to small community lake. Open floor plan with 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Mountain views from every room.
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St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
(423) 496-4681
Erik Broeren
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee. Faithfully grounded in Scripture and the Book of Common Prayer 1979, St. Mark’s welcomes everyone to join them, for a day or for a season. Just a short drive from downtown Blue Ridge, St. Mark’s offers a festive Eucharist (Rite II) every Sunday morning at 10:30. Also, join them for weekday activities including Christian Formation, Outreach, and Fellowship.
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Storehouse Ministries Thrift Store
(706) 669-2233
Rosemary Medley
Storehouse Ministries Thrift Store is a completely volunteer, non-profit Thrift Store meeting the needs of those in the community through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They generally have available for purchase clothing, household items, electronics, and toys.
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 Chamber Member Anniversaries!!
 
 
America’s Home Place
Blood Assurance
 
Big Creek Alpaca Farms

Fannin Brewing
Reid Ridge Lodge
Southern Charm

Community & Local Events Calendar
August 4 – Maria Howell and Noell Freidline Jazz, Blue Ridge Community Theater
August 11 – “Maters and Music” Festival, Reece Heritage Farm
August 16 – September 2 – Broadway Comedy, Catch Me If You Can, Blue Ridge Community Theater
August 17 – Kiwanis RODEO,  Kiwanis Fairgrounds
August 18 – Denim & Diamonds, Willow Creek Falls & Vineyards
August 18-19 – Mountain Sunshine Arts & Crafts, North Georgia Technical College
August 24 – Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise Ins, Dairy Queen
August 25 – Tri-State model Railroaders Open House, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
August 24-26 – Ocoee River Championships, Ocoee Whitewater Center
August 25 – Hard Cider & Beer Festival, Mercier Orchards
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Pickin’ in the Park
Friday
*Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

Mercier Hard Cider _ Beer Festival

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Chamber Calendar of Events
August 9 – Governmental Committee, Chamber Board Room at 3 p.m.
August 13 – Tourism Committee Meeting, Chamber Board Room,

12:00 p.m.
August 14 – Ribbon Cutting for Copperhill Brewery, 105 Ocoee St., Copperhill, TN
11:00 a.m.
August 15 – Ribbon Cutting for Blue Ridge Barber Shop, 40 East Main St., Blue Ridge
9:30 a.m.
August 15 – Board of Directors Meeting, Chamber Board Room, Executive Committee at 11:00 a.m., Board of Directors
12:00 p.m.
August 16 – Ribbon Cutting for The Cider House, 2984 Mobile Rd., McCaysville
11:00 a.m.
August 21 – Business After Hours, Cucina Rustica, 76 Forge Mill Crossing, Morganton
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
August 23 – Ambassador Lunch at Pete’s Place, 2460 East First St., Blue Ridge
12:00 p.m.
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Member Renewals Thanks!
 
America’s Home Place
Anne Merkel, PhD.,ND, CNHP, Autoimmune Specialist-Energy Therapist
Big Creek Alpaca Farms
Big Jim’s Floors
Bill Holt Chevrolet
Blue Ridge Adventure Park
Blue Ridge Business & Professional Association
Blue Ridge Cabin Cleaning
Blue Ridge Law
Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins
Blue Ridge Realty
Blue Ridge Yamaha & Polaris
Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa
Budget Blinds
Capt’n Joe’s Lake Adventures
Chateau Meichtry
Checkers
Cherry Log Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

CitruSolution

City of McCaysville
Clark & Clark, Attorneys at Law
Cohutta Cove Mini Golf & Gem Mining
Cool River Tubing
Downtown Market Blue Ridge

Ducktown Basin Museum

Fannin County Department of Family and Children Services
Fannin County Family Connection
Fannin County Heritage Foundation
Fannin County Public Library
Fannin Regional Hospital
Fly Fish Blue Ridge
Folger Gas-Blue Ridge
Fox Mountain Camp & Artist Retreat

High Country Picture Framing

Home Depot #1771
Howard Jabaley Taxi Service
Jabaley Eye Care
Jumping Mouse Beads
Kismet Rubber Products Corp.
Lake Blue Ridge Civic Association (LBRCA)
Lake Blue Ridge Marina
Larry Foster Backhoe, Dozier and Trackhoe Service
McCaysville Drug & Gun
Mercier Orchards
Mountain River Cabins
Mountain Top Cabin Rentals
New Blue Home & Gift
Ocoee Rafting
One Main Financial
Personal Systems Services
Pete’s Place Restaurant
Premier CPA Services, PC
PruittHealth Blue Ridge
Reel Angling Adventures, A Division of Toccoa Bend Images
River Dwelling
Riverview Beanery Katz’s New York Deli & Coffee
Scooters and More Factory Outlet
Scott & Marilyn MacNeill
Sequoyah Water
Southern Charm
Southern Comfort Cabin Rentals
Spa & Deck Creations

TDS-Telecom

The Club at Bear Claw Vineyards
The Copper Grill
The Mail Box Company
The News Observer
Toccoa Overlook Cabin
Toccoa River Cottage
Toccoa Valley Campground-Tubing
Tom’s Amusement Company
Total Comfort Systems
Violets Doggy Daycare
William T. Echelberger
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Member Events
Hawaiian Luau
Denim _ Diamonds Flyer
Summit at UNG

News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
July  10, 2018
News for Members
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Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.

Two Great Business After Hours in July!

BAH Treo Blue Ridge

BAH Mercier Orchards Downtown

Chamber & Member News & Events
 
FOCUS GROUPS & INTERVIEWS FOR COPPER BASIN
RENAISSANCE – JULY 17 AND 18
Planners from the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government will be in the Copper Basin on July 17 and 18 to conduct interviews and focus groups for the Renaissance Master Plan.  Appointments are available for participation by community and business leaders at the following times:
First Baptist Church of McCaysville:
Tuesday, July 17 at 1:30 or 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 18 at 9:00 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Please contact the Chamber at 706-632-5680 if you are interested in participating.
 
PRIMARY RUN-OFF ELECTION IS JULY 24;
EARLY VOTING STARTS JULY 2
Two local primary run-offs will appear on the Republican primary ballot on July 24. Incumbent Larry Joe Sosebee faces Glenn Patterson for Fannin County Commissioner.  Steve Stanley will run against Mike Cole in the school board race. Other races in the Republican primary run-off include Casey Cagle vs Brian Kemp for Governor; Geoff Duncan vs David Shafer for Lieutenant Governor; and David Belle Isle vs Brad Raffensperger for Secretary of State. The Democratic Party run-off includes Sid Chapman vs Otha E. Thornton, Jr., for State School Superintendent.

Community & Local Events Calendar
July 12-29 – The Savannah Sipping Society, Blue Ridge Community Theater
July 14 – Singing in the Mountains 15th Annual Concert, Fannin County High School Performing Arts Center
July 20-28 – Georgia Mountain Fair, Georgia Mountain Fairground
July 21-22 – Butternut Creek Festival, Meeks Park
July 27 – Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise Ins, Dairy Queen
July 28 – 3D Off the Wall Exhibit, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
July 28 – Tri-State Model Railroaders Open House, Mineral Bluff Depot
July 28  – Contemporary Southern & Folk Art Exhibit Opening Reception, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Pickin’ in the Park
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

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Community Events Calendar

Celebrating Independence Day. United States of America USA flag with fireworks background for 4th of July

Chamber Calendar of Events
July 17 – Business After Hours at TREO, 588 East Main St.
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
July 18 – Chamber Board Meeting at noon, Chamber Board Room
July 17 & 18 – Focus Groups and Interviews for Copper Basin Renaissance.
July 19 – Ribbon Cutting for First Choice Landscaping at the Chamber
10:00 a.m.
July 24 – Primary Run-off Election Don’t forget to vote!
July 24 – Ribbon Cutting for Mountain Valley Community Bank, 111 Collins Ave.
10:00 a.m.
July 25 – Ribbon Cutting for Black Dog Mountain Rentals, 434 Martin Crossing, Cherry Log
2:00 p.m.
July 26 – Ambassador Lunch at Alpine Deli, 204 West Main St.
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Golf Committee Meeting at La Pizzeria, 76 Forge Mill Rd., Morganton
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Business After Hours at Mercier Orchards Downtown, 260 West Main St.
 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Member Events
Habitat Orientation
Glow River Float
UNG Save the Date
CASA Fundraiser

News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
June 19,  2018
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Fannin County Sponsoring 
Electronics Recycling 
Ecyclers USA will be at the Senior Center on June 23 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. to recycle your electronics. These will include:
  • Computers and Peripherals
  • Subassemblies and Components
  • Surplus Inventory
  • Home Electronics
  • Central Office and Communication Room Equipment
  • Microwave/Ground and Satellite Based Transmission Equipment
  • Office Equipment
  • Barcode Equipment, Pagers, Copy Machines, Fax Machines, Telephone Systems (cordless, cellular, desk)
  • Security Equipment
  • Utility and Power Equipment
  • Metals
**There will be a $10.00 fee for each Television or CRT Monitor**
440 West 1st St., Blue Ridge, GA
To see specifics on items that may or may not be available to be recycled:

Ribbon Cuttings!
 
June 12 was the ribbon cutting for Duane Thomas, Realtor with
Anchor Brokerage.
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June 14 was the ribbon cutting for Skyfall Cabin. Located in a brand-new, gated community with access to the Toccoa river, 10 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, Skyfall Cabin is a brand new 3200 square foot modern cabin featuring an expansive open floor plan with a pool table, shuffle puck, dart board and more. This cabin sleeps up to 8 adults and 4 children.

June Community Events Calendar
June 19 – Summer Youth Art Camps, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
June 23-24 – Ride the Rails Festival, Mineral Bluff Depot
June 22– Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise In, Dairy Queen
June 29-30 – Riverfest, Downtown McCaysville
June 29 – Firecracker Special, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
June 29 – Lake Blue Ridge Boat Parade, Lake Blue Ridge
June 29 – McCaysville Fireworks, Downtown McCaysville and Copperhill
June 30 – Old Timers Parade, Downtown Blue Ridge
June 30 – Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks, Lake Blue Ridge Dam
July 4 – 4th of July Observance, Epworth Community Club
July 4 – Blue Ridge Freedom 5k and 10k, Downtown Blue Ridge
July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks, Meeks Park
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Pickin’ in the Park
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
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June 19 – Business After Hours, Blue Smoke Barbecue, 3365 East First St., Blue Ridge
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
June 21 – Ribbon Cutting for SafeKeep Pest Management at the  Chamber
10:00 a.m.
June 25 – Ribbon  Cutting for Escape the Line Ocoee’s #1 Escape Room, 115 Ocoee St., Copperhill, TN
10:30 a.m.
June 27 – Board of Directors Meeting, Chamber Board Room, Executive Committee at 11:00 a.m, Board of Directors
12:00 p.m.

June 28 – Ambassador Lunch at Mesquite Grill, 4860 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge
12:00 p.m.
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Member Events
Glow River Float

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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
June  2018
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Community Participation July 17-19
For Copper Basin Renaissance Project
The University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute recently announced a Renaissance Strategic and Planning Process for the Copper Basin, including the cities of McCaysville, Copperhill and Ducktown, funded by the Lyndhurst Foundation.  The Chamber will assist in coordination of the project, which will take a year to complete.
The next step is public participation and input on July 17, 18 and 19, including focus groups and interviews of interested citizens and groups.  If you are interested in participating in a group or interview, please email Jan Hackett, [email protected], or Sarah Mickens, [email protected].
The Renaissance project assists downtowns through the creation of a community-supported vision and plan. The RSVP is a downtown master planning process that result in the creation of a downtown planning document that illustrates the community’s vision for the future and provides the steps to get there. The final RSVP planning document helps local governments and community partners prioritize top downtown issues and work to establish a consensus around what must be achieved in the short and long-term.

Member News & Events
 

Taste of Amish Has Moved
Same great products, new location! Be sure and visit Taste of Amish at their new location, 1412
Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge.

Mercier Orchards Downtown
 Visit Mercier Orchards Downtown for deli and bakery goods as well as hard cider and wine tastings! Serving breakfast and lunch. You can find them in the historic 1926 People’s Bank building at 260 West Main St., Blue Ridge. (706) 946-3411
Scenic Railway Celebrates 20 Years
Congratulations to the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.  They recently celebrated 20 years and more than one million riders during that time! In 1995 Wilds Pierce, owner of GNRR Railroad, met with members of the Blue Ridge Mountains Preservation Foundation, a local group hoping to save the rail line railway between Blue Ridge and McCaysville. Subsequently GDOT purchased the line from CSX, Members of the Preservation Foundation and North American Railcar Owners’ Assn. began clearing the line from Ellijay north to Blue Ridge, which had not handled traffic in over 20 years. In June 1997, GDOT leased the line to GNRR and on May 30, 1998, the first tourist excursion was made between Blue Ridge and McCaysville.

Welcome New Members!
 
A River Runs Through It
Albert ”Skip” Smelko
A River Runs Through It is a cabin rental available through Mountain Laurel Cabin Rentals. Enjoy this newly renovated 3 bedroom 3 bath cabin located just steps from the Toccoa River in beautiful Blue Ridge, Georgia. Enjoy fishing, kayaking and tubing from the property. Some amenities include a charcoal grill, pool table, hot tub, gas log fireplace and wifi.

Black Dog Mountain Rentals

Mineral Bluff, GA, 30559
(678) 739-9251
Pamela Abbott
Black Dog Mountain Rentals is a full service cabin rental company, serving Blue Ridge, Georgia. Introducing their flagship rental, Huckleberry Hill on VRBO and Airbnb.

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Buck Bald Brewing

Patrick Keenan
Coming August 2018 to Copperhill, Tennessee!
Born in the mountains of Blue Ridge, GA, Buck Bald Brewing is dedicated to brewing the highest quality beer. They combine the best quality ingredients with careful attention to every detail. So when you’re thirstin’ for a tasty brew, look for the Hollerin’ Man on your tap handle or bottle. You’re sure to find beers that will whet your whistle and make you holler for more.
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Copperhill Brewery

Harrison Abbott
Coming August 2018 to Copperhill, Tennessee!
Copperhill Brewery has a passion. A passion to brew high quality, diverse, and exceptional tasting craft beer. Brewing craft beer is truly an art form, and our goal is to brew an exceptional selection of craft beers that will set Copperhill Brewery apart from all others. They plan to create a tap room that will become a local hangout and loved establishment.
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Duane Thomas, Anchor Brokerage

(678) 772-8723
Duane Thomas
Duane Thomas is a Real Estate Agent with Anchor Brokerage, a Real Estate Agency that specializes in lakefront and commercial property.

Okinawa Steak & Sushi
Wade Gill
Okinawa Steak & Sushi has been serving Ellijay a variety of fresh sushi delicacies and Japanese style cooking for 10 years. At Okinawa, each Sushi roll is an edible work of art masterfully created by trained Sushi Chefs. Now serving delicious Italian Desserts.
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Skyfall Cabin

(813) 340-6454
Christopher Gunn
Skyfall is a brand-new, 3200 square foot modern cabin nestled in the North Georgia mountains. Skyfall is situated on a 1.5 acre lot with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, sleeps up to 8 adults and 4 children, 4 fireplaces, 3 levels, over 1500 square feet of outdoor deck with fireplace, hot tub, 65 inch TV, hammock, grill and stunning sunrise views over the mountains. Located in a brand-new, gated community with access to the Toccoa river, 10 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, GA. 30 minutes to Aska Adventure area.

Ribbon Cuttings – Congratulations!
Congratulations to Wrapsody in Blue! They cut a ribbon to open their beautiful new addition, a porch custom designed to showcase the outdoor living space options available. 

Chamber Member Anniversaries!

3 Monkeys Home Accents
DOTSGOOD
Georgia Foothills Hand Surgery
Reel ‘Em In Guide Service
Total Lifestyle Concepts

June Community Events Calendar
May 29 – June 10 – SAAG Spring Art Show, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
June 9 – Bergonzi Quartet Stage Production, Blue Ridge Community Theater
June 16 – Community Quilt and Fiber Arts Exhibit, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
June 16 – Blue Ridge Wine and Jazz Festival, Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
June 16 – Blue Ridge Chamber Music Festival – PULSE Trio, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
June 19 – Summer Youth Art Camps, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
June 23-24 – Ride the Rails Festival, Mineral Bluff Depot
June 25 – Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise In, Dairy Queen
June 29-30 – Riverfest, Downtown McCaysville
June 29 – Firecracker Special, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
June 29 – Lake Blue Ridge Boat Parade, Lake Blue Ridge
June 29 – McCaysville Fireworks, Downtown McCaysville and Copperhill
June 30 – Old Timers Parade, Downtown Blue Ridge
June 30 – Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks, Lake Blue Ridge Dam
July 4 – 4th of July Observance, Epworth Community Club
July 4 – Blue Ridge Freedom 5k and 10k, Downtown Blue Ridge
July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks, Meeks Park
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Pickin’ in the Park
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
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Ribbon Cuttings
Chamber Member Anniversaries
Community Events Calendar

Chamber Calendar of Events
June 1 – Ribbon Cutting for Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
11:00 a.m.
June 1 – Ribbon Cutting for Wrapsody in Blue, 652 East Main St., Blue Ridge
4:00 p.m.
June 5 – Get Noticed with Google, Bear Claw Vineyards, 2494 Tennis Court Rd., Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m.
June 6 – Lunch N Leads, Blue Jeans Pizza and Pasta Factory, 11 Mountain St.
12:00 p.m.
June 12 – Ribbon Cutting for Duane Thomas, Realtor with Anchor Brokerage at the Chamber
1:30 p.m.
June 13 – Ribbon Cutting for Impact Design & Creations at the Chamber
11:00 a.m.
June 19 – Business After Hours, Blue Smoke Barbecue, 3365 East First St., Blue Ridge
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
June 27 – Board of Directors Meeting, Chamber Board Room, Executive Committee at 11:00 a.m, Board of Directors
12:00 p.m.

June 28 – Ambassador Lunch at Mesquite Grill, 4860 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge
12:00 p.m.
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A Simple Pleasure
Advanced Disposal Services
AJ Petrillo, RE/MAX – Town & Country
AngelFire 7 BBQ
Baugh Home Builders, Inc.
Best Solar Control
Bill Banzhaf, Harry Norman Realtors
Blue Ridge Community Theater
Blue Ridge Cotton Company
Blue Ridge Flowers
Blue Ridge Framing Company
Blue Ridge Inn Bed & Breakfast, LLC
Blue Ridge Mineral Springs RV Park and Tent Camping
Blue Ridge Mountain Moving & Packing, LLC
Blue Ridge Village
Bodyplex Blue Ridge
Broadview Cove Apartments
Canoe
Carolina Ocoee
Chester Brunnemeyer’s Bar & Grill
Chester’s Provisions
Copperhill Country Cabins
Custom Installations
Edward Jones, Amanda Payne
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Evolutionary K9
Fannin County Democratic Party
Fannin County Empty Stocking Program, Inc.
First Baptist Church of Blue Ridge
Flying Trout Restaurant
Frank X. Moore Law
Georgia Cancer Specialists
Georgia Foothills Hand Surgery
Georgia Luxury Vacation Rentals – Buckhorn Lodge
Glass Doctor
Hair Studio, Jennifer Bryant
Heartwood Community
High Speed Tactical & Safety Solutions
Hilburn Solutions, Inc.
Humble Pie Boutique
Jon Ron Toccoa River Outfitters
Life is Good in the Mountains
Margo’s Polish Bistro and Deli
Michael Konkel, Coldwell Banker High Country Realty
Morganton Grill
Morganton Point Bed and Breakfast Inn
Mountain Periodontics, Gregg R. Codelli D.D.S.
Nancy MacLean, Century 21 In The Mountains
Nevaeh Cabin Rentals
RE/MAX – Town & Country
Real Estate Around the Mountains
REEL’EM IN GUIDE SERVICE
Shamrock Septic Service
SHEC (Southern Highlands Employee Committee)
Silks for Less
South State Bank
Southern Car & Truck Center
The Mailman Did It
The Shops at Sycamore Crossing
Toccoa Riverside Restaurant
Tru Mountain Realty, LLC
WildSide Custom Trailers
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SAAG

News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
July  17, 2018
News for Members
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Two Great Business After Hours in July!

BAH Mercier Orchards Downtown

Chamber & Member News & Events
 
TAKE THE SURVEY!
COPPER BASIN WEBSITE & SURVEY ARE ONLINE
Even if you missed out on the chance to express your vision of the future of McCaysville, Copperhill and Ducktown in person, you can still be a part of the process by completing the survey at the new website:
Surveys will be collected through the end of July.
Planners from the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government are here this week to conduct interviews and focus groups for the Renaissance Master Plan. There is limited space in the groups on Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of McCaysville if you would like to attend.
PRIMARY RUN-OFF ELECTION IS JULY 24;
EARLY VOTING STARTS JULY 2
Two local primary run-offs will appear on the Republican primary ballot on July 24. Incumbent Larry Joe Sosebee faces Glenn Patterson for Fannin County Commissioner.  Steve Stanley will run against Mike Cole in the school board race. Other races in the Republican primary run-off include Casey Cagle vs Brian Kemp for Governor; Geoff Duncan vs David Shafer for Lieutenant Governor; and David Belle Isle vs Brad Raffensperger for Secretary of State. The Democratic Party run-off includes Sid Chapman vs Otha E. Thornton, Jr., for State School Superintendent.

Community & Local Events Calendar
July 12-29 – The Savannah Sipping Society, Blue Ridge Community Theater
July 20-28 – Georgia Mountain Fair, Georgia Mountain Fairground
July 21-22 – Butternut Creek Festival, Meeks Park
July 27 – Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise Ins, Dairy Queen
July 28 – 3D Off the Wall Exhibit, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
July 28 – Tri-State Model Railroaders Open House, Mineral Bluff Depot
July 28  – Contemporary Southern & Folk Art Exhibit Opening Reception, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
July 28 – Family Fun Day, Mercier Orchards
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Pickin’ in the Park
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
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Chamber Calendar of Events
July 17 – Business After Hours at TREO, 588 East Main St.
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
July 18 – Chamber Board Meeting at noon, Chamber Board Room
July 17 & 18 – Focus Groups and Interviews for Copper Basin Renaissance.
July 24 – Primary Run-off Election Don’t forget to vote!
July 24 – Ribbon Cutting for Mountain Valley Community Bank, 111 Collins Ave.
10:00 a.m.
July 25 – Ribbon Cutting for Black Dog Mountain Rentals, 434 Martin Crossing, Cherry Log
2:00 p.m.
July 26 – Ambassador Lunch at Alpine Deli, 204 West Main St.
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Golf Committee Meeting at La Pizzeria, 76 Forge Mill Rd., Morganton
12:00 p.m.
July 31 – Business After Hours at Mercier Orchards Downtown, 260 West Main St.
 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Member Events

Glow River Float
Ecyclers USA
Hawaiian Luau
Mercier Hard Cider Festival

News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

Community, Fannin County Chamber
Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
June 12,  2018
News for Members
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Fannin County Sponsoring 
Electronics Recycling 
Ecyclers USA will be at the Senior Center on June 23 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. to recycle your electronics. These will include:
  • Computers and Peripherals
  • Subassemblies and Components
  • Surplus Inventory
  • Home Electronics
  • Central Office and Communication Room Equipment
  • Microwave/Ground and Satellite Based Transmission Equipment
  • Office Equipment
  • Barcode Equipment, Pagers, Copy Machines, Fax Machines, Telephone Systems (cordless, cellular, desk)
  • Security Equipment
  • Utility and Power Equipment
  • Metals
**There will be a $10.00 fee for each Television or CRT Monitor**
440 West 1st St., Blue Ridge, GA
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June Community Events Calendar
June 16 – Community Quilt and Fiber Arts Exhibit, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
June 16 – Blue Ridge Wine and Jazz Festival, Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
June 16 – Blue Ridge Chamber Music Festival – PULSE Trio, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
June 19 – Summer Youth Art Camps, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
June 23-24 – Ride the Rails Festival, Mineral Bluff Depot
June 25 – Georgia Mountain Classics Cruise In, Dairy Queen
June 29-30 – Riverfest, Downtown McCaysville
June 29 – Firecracker Special, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
June 29 – Lake Blue Ridge Boat Parade, Lake Blue Ridge
June 29 – McCaysville Fireworks, Downtown McCaysville and Copperhill
June 30 – Old Timers Parade, Downtown Blue Ridge
June 30 – Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks, Lake Blue Ridge Dam
July 4 – 4th of July Observance, Epworth Community Club
July 4 – Blue Ridge Freedom 5k and 10k, Downtown Blue Ridge
July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks, Meeks Park
 
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. – Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Pickin’ in the Park
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
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June 12 – Ribbon Cutting for Duane Thomas, Realtor with Anchor Brokerage at the Chamber
1:30 p.m.
June 13 – Ribbon Cutting for Impact Design & Creations at the Chamber
11:00 a.m.
June 19 – Business After Hours, Blue Smoke Barbecue, 3365 East First St., Blue Ridge
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
June 27 – Board of Directors Meeting, Chamber Board Room, Executive Committee at 11:00 a.m, Board of Directors
12:00 p.m.

June 28 – Ambassador Lunch at Mesquite Grill, 4860 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge
12:00 p.m.
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Member Events
The mission of the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce is to provide services to members, support existing business and promote economic development and tourism, while preserving and enhancing our community’s character, natural resources and quality of life.

 

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News from Fannin County Chamber of Commerce

Community
 Fannin County Chamber of Commerce
December 2017 Newsletter
News for Members
Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.

Manda Gwatney is 2018 Chairperson

Manda Gwatney will serve as Chair of the Chamber’s 2018 Board of Directors. Manda has been a solo practitioner at her own law firm since 2007. Her primary area of practice is as a Special Assistant Attorney General, representing state agencies in the area.  She earned a Juris Doctor from Georgia State University of Law.  Manda is in her second term as a member of the Chamber Board.  She and her husband Michael have a daughter, Lora, who is a student at Fannin High School.

OTHER OFFICERS FOR 2018 INCLUDE:
Vice Chairman – Chairman Elect:
 Frankie Rigdon, ETC Communications
Secretary: Lisa Vest, Hometown Foods IGA
Treasurer: Rene’ Bidez, C.P.A.
Past Chairman: Paul Gribble, Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals

Newly Elected 2018 Board Members — Congratulations! 
Three Year Term: Betsy Hyde, Fannin County School System; Dr. Jennifer Jabaley, Jabaley Eye Care; David Lillard, Mercier Orchards; Sandy Ott, University of North Georgia at Blue Ridge; Shannen Oyster, Oyster Fine Bamboo Fly Rods
One Year Term: Jenny Mundy, Dickey McCay Insurance; Brandon Holloway, Mountain Valley Community Bank

Invitations will be on the way soon! 

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$418.76 Savings to Every Fannin County Household
Georgia Tech Economic Impact Study Says

Every Fannin County household saved $418.76 in 2016 property tax because of tourism, according to the Georgia Tech Economic Impact Study commissioned by the Chamber.  Tourism generated more than $7 million in local and state tax revenues.

Direct visitor spending in 2016 reached $150 million:
$34.2 million in Lodging
$25.4 million in Transportation
$61.5 million in Food Service

$17.6 million in Shopping
$11.7 million in Entertainment
 
In addition, one of every three jobs in Fannin County are supported by visitor spending, with a payroll of $24.5 million.  
 
On an average day in 2016:
$93,150 was spent on lodging.
$410,960 was spent by visitors.
$19,178 in local and state tax revenues. 

Ribbon Cuttings – Congratulations!

December 1 was the ribbon cutting for Blue Ridge Variety Mall. Located at 4177 East 1st St., Blue RidgeBlue Ridge Variety Mall is a charity thrift store offering a variety of items from clothing to furniture.

Welcome New Members!
 
John E. Foster Realty & Appraisal
P.O. Box 310
Morganton, GA, 30560
John E. Foster
John E. Foster Realty is Fannin’s oldest real estate company, offering professional service since 1978. Blue Ridge Georgia, where art, culture and convenience is right around the corner, but solitude is at your doorstep.
 
Mountain Heaven Cabin

P.O. Box 72
Cherry Log, GA, 30522
Sandra Parrish Rink or Doug Rink
Mountain Heaven Cabin is a beautifully decorated 2 bed 1 bath cabin on 2+ acres with views of the Rich Mountain Wilderness from the front door and offers a king-sized bed in the master bedroom and a daybed/trundle in the guest bedroom. Relax at the end of the day in the hot tub! Less than 10 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, GA.
 
 

Painted Pony Trading Co.

Mary Kirkconnell
Painted Pony Trading Company offers turquoise jewelry, unique clothing, arts and primitive crafts, along with home goods and wellness gifts.
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Recon Investment Strategies

James Oliver Cox IV
Recon Investment Strategies is a wealth management and retirement solutions firm. From investments to retirement to insurance, the decisions can be overwhelming. Whether you have significant assets to manage-or if you are just starting to accumulate wealth-they have the tools and background to provide the services that may fit your needs.

December Community Events Calendar
November 18 – January 6 – Holiday Show and Sale, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 23 – December 30 – Mountain Country Christmas in Lights, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
November 24 – December 17 – Gingerbread Village Display, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 24 – December 10 – White Christmas, Blue Ridge Community Theater
December 5 – Chorus Christmas Concert, Fannin Performing Arts Center
December 8-9 – Fannin County High School White Christmas Production,Fannin Performing Arts Center
December 9 – Holiday Shopping in Downtown Blue Ridge, Downtown Blue Ridge and Sycamore Crossing
December 9-10 – Santa Express Train Ride, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
December 9-10 – Christmas Trees, Southern Tree Plantation
December 12 – Three Guys and a Stage, Harvest on Main
December 13 – Christmas Hayride, Lebanon Baptist Church
December 15 – A Classic Frank Sinatra Christmas Show, Blue Ridge Community Theater
December 15 – Town Wide Caroling, Downtown Blue Ridge
December 16 – Santa’s Elves and More, Downtown Blue Ridge
December 16 – Carols by Candlelight Concert, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
December 16-17 – Christmas Trees, Southern Tree Plantation
December 16-23 – Santa Express Train Ride, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
December 16 – Visit Santa, Downtown Blue Ridge Gazebo
December 21-23 – Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!), Blue Ridge Community Theater
December 22 – Back Sliders Trombone Quartet, Sycamore Crossing in Downtown Blue Ridge
December 23 – Christmas Trees, Southern Tree Plantation
December 23-24 – Live Nativity, Seventh-day Adventist Church in Morganton
December 23 – Barbershop Quartet and More, Downtown Blue Ridge
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Train, Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Gala, Brasstown Valley Resort
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Bash, Lodge at Copperhead
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Party, Bear Claw Vineyards
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern

Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & TastingsThursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing CompanyGrumpy Old Men and Mercier Orchards.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
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2018 Board Members
34th Annual Banquet
Business After Hours
Newsworthy
Ribbon Cuttings
Welcome New Members
Community Events Calendar

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Chamber Events
Calendar
 
December 5 – Ribbon Cutting for Blue Ridge Cotton Company and gather, 550 East Main St., Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m.
December 6 – Lunch N Leads at Blue Jeans Pizza and Pasta Factory
12:00 p.m.
December 7 – Ambassador Lunch at Black Sheep Restaurant, 480 West Main St., Blue Ridge
12:00 p.m.
December 13 – Ribbon Cutting for Dr. Bloch and Dr. Thompson at Fannin Regional Hospital, 2855 Old Hwy. 5 
Ste. 108, Blue Ridge
10:30 a.m.
December 19 – Business After Hours at Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main St., Blue Ridge
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

December 20 –  Board of Directors Meeting, Fannin County Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, Executive Board Meeting at 11:00 a.m., Board Meeting at 12:00 p.m.

December 25 – Christmas Day, Welcome Centers Closed
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Member Renewals
 Thank you!
Appalachian Electronics, LLC/Steren Electronics Solutions
Appalachian Physicians Group -Dr. Hamidreza Doroodchi,Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Benchmark Physical Therapy
Better Home and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers
Blue Ridge Dental
Blue Ridge Knife Company
Blue Ridge Lodge & RV Park
Bridgestreet Lending
Brotherhood Oil Quick Lube and Tire Center
Calvary Chapel Blue Ridge
Comfort Inn & Suites
Fishbone Studio
G & N Iron
Getaway Valet
Johnson Paving, LLC
Miller Well Drilling
Mountain Area Recommended Contractors & Provdiers
Mountain Place Home Management

Pezrok

Serenity Luxury Suites

Temple Baptist Church
Teresa Bidez, Coldwell Banker High Country Realty
The Track Shack
Toccoa House Properties, LLC
Turning Leaf – A Fine Art Gallery
Winkler & Winkler
WoodmenLife
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White Christmas Poster
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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
December 12, 2017
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Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.

Business After Hours

Invitations will be on the way soon! 

Ribbon Cuttings – Congratulations!
Blue Ridge Cotton Company Ribbon Cutting
December 5 was the ribbon cutting for Blue Ridge Cotton Company and gather. Blue Ridge Cotton Company (above) offers Blue Ridge inspired apparel and gifts, inspirational gifts, books and journals, home accessories, unique gifts and more! They have recently moved into their new location at 550 East Main St., Blue Ridge!
gather Blue Ridge Ribbon Cutting
gather, a market of goodness, is stocked with wholesome and delicious foods and beverages sourced as locally to Blue Ridge as possible, unique and affordable kitchen and home goods, sustainable housekeeping products, and even special items for your beloved companion animals. 75 Roberts Way, Blue Ridge.

December Community Events Calendar
November 18 – January 6 – Holiday Show and Sale, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 23 – December 30 – Mountain Country Christmas in Lights, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
November 24 – December 17 – Gingerbread Village Display, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
December 12 – Three Guys and a Stage, Harvest on Main
December 13 – Christmas Hayride, Lebanon Baptist Church
December 15 – A Classic Frank Sinatra Christmas Show, Blue Ridge Community Theater
December 15 – Town Wide Caroling, Downtown Blue Ridge
December 16 – Santa’s Elves and More, Downtown Blue Ridge
December 16 – Carols by Candlelight Concert, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
December 16-23 – Santa Express Train Ride, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
December 16 – Visit Santa, Downtown Blue Ridge Gazebo
December 21-23 – Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!), Blue Ridge Community Theater
December 22 – Back Sliders Trombone Quartet, Sycamore Crossing in Downtown Blue Ridge
December 23-24 – Live Nativity, Seventh-day Adventist Church in Morganton
December 23 – Barbershop Quartet and More, Downtown Blue Ridge
December 30 – Christmas Bird Count – Blue Ridge Bird Seed Company
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Train, Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Gala, Brasstown Valley Resort
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Bash, Lodge at Copperhead
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Party, Bear Claw Vineyards
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & TastingsThursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing CompanyGrumpy Old Men and Mercier Orchards.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here
In This Issue
Business After Hours
34th Annual Banquet
Ribbon Cuttings
Community Events Calendar

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Chamber Events
Calendar
December 12 – Ribbon Cutting for Pulse Pilates Blue Ridge, 2800 Scenic Dr., Ste. 1, Blue Ridge
11:00 a.m.
December 13 – Ribbon Cutting for Dr. Bloch and Dr. Thompson at Fannin Regional Hospital, 2855 Old Hwy. 5 
Ste. 108, Blue Ridge
10:30 a.m.
December 19 – Business After Hours at Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main St., Blue Ridge
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
December 20 –  Board of Directors Meeting, Fannin County Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, Executive Board Meeting at 11:00 a.m., Board Meeting at 12:00 p.m.
December 20 – McCaysville Visitor Center Open House, 53 East Market St., McCaysville
3:00 p.m.
December 24 – Christmas Eve, Welcome Centers Closed

December 25 – Christmas Day, Welcome Centers Closed
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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
January 2017
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Here’s a Quick Look at 2017!
Total New Chamber Members …………………115
Total Members…………………..………………….770 
Lodging Business………………….………………………………….Up 12%
Website Sessions………………….………………………………..849,417  
Website Users…………………….………………………………….599,955
New Website Users…………………….…………………………….69.74% 
Facebook Fans……………………..………………………………….81,000

Looking for Ways to Network in 2018?
Join this great group of Chamber Ambassadors!
 

Bobby and Debra Amburn – Mountain Laurel Cabin Rentals
Bonnie Roper – Farmers Insurance
Brenda Morgan – Hayes, James & Associates
Chrystal Trent – Blue Ridge Pharmacy
Donna Tipton – United Community Bank
Glenn Harbison – The News Observer
Gretchen Loggins – Mountain Emergency Animal Center (MEAC)
Helen Sandonato – PruittHealth Hospice (Blue Ridge)
Susan Kiker – Fannin Regional Hospital
Kimberly Miller – University of North Georgia
Leah Rock – Douglas Inn & Suites
Lesa Reece – Mountain Gateway Appraisal
Lisa Hood – Tri-State EMC
Lisa Pritchard – Fetch Your News
Mark Belongie – Southern Financial Consultants, Inc.
Pam Fink – LG Web Consulting
Sandi Simpson – Norton – Mountain Insurance
Greg Spencer – Toccoa House Properties
Sandy Ott – University of North Georgia
Steve Smith – North Georgia Law, LLC
Chamber Ambassadors meet once a month for a networking lunch, and attend ribbon cuttings and other Chamber events.  We know — there were 57 ribbon cuttings in 2017! You don’t have to attend them all!!  For more information about joining our Ambassador group, call Dianne Mallernee at 706-632-5680 or email her at [email protected].

Chamber Member Anniversaries! 
Thank You!
 

Town & Country Furniture
Tri-State Heating & Air
Appalachian Country Living Magazine
Escape to Blue Ridge
Terry L. Wilson
BR Main
Getaway Valet
WoodmenLife
Pulse Medical
David Ralston
Doug Collins, U.S. Representative
Hidden Key Properties

WANTED:
Sponsors for Business After Hours
We’re looking for a few more sponsors for Business After Hours in 2018, so let us know if you are looking for this kind of great exposure for your business! Call Dianne Mallernee at 706-632-5680 or email her at [email protected].

Welcome New Members!
April’s Attic 
(706) 374-1300
April  Leach
April’s Attic offers antiques, collectibles and country-primitive home decor.
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Blue Ridge Surveillance
P.O. Box 645
McCaysville, GA, 30555
Britton Quintrell
Blue Ridge Surveillance offers the latest video security technologies and surveillance solutions to help solve security challenges and meet the needs of your application. They also offer a comprehensive set of security services ranging from site survey and needs assessment to local installations, technical support and post-installation maintenance. 
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Daffodil Hill Farm & Carriage
(706) 851-4430
Barbara Noyes
Daffodil Hill Farm & Carriage offers horse-drawn carriage rides for your special occasion. There are several carriages available that will seat 2-7 people; the white wedding surrey seats 2, the Replica 1893 Miller solid maple surrey seats 2 and a one-of-a-kind Vis-A-Vis surrey that will seat up to 7 people comfortably.
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Pulse Pilates Blue Ridge
Tess Nagel
Pulse Pilates is the Tri-State areas premier reformer pilates studio. They offer group reformer classes as well as private training.
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January Community Events Calendar
November 18 – January 6 – Holiday Show and Sale, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
January 6 – Gretchen Peters Live, Blue Ridge Community Theater
January 25-28 – School House of Rock, Blue Ridge Community Theater
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing CompanyGrumpy Old Men and Mercier Orchards.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here
In This Issue
34th Annual Banquet
A Quick Look at 2017
Join the Chamber Ambassadors
Chamber Member Anniversaries
Business After Hours Sponsors Wanted
New Members
Community Events Calendar

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Chamber Events
Calendar
January 3 – Lunch N Leads at Blue Jeans Pizza and Pasta
12:00 p.m.
January 9 – Ribbon Cutting for April’s Attic, 6850 Appalachian Hwy., Mineral Bluff
11:00 a.m.
January 10 – Ribbon Cutting and Open House at the McCaysville Visitor Center, 53 East Market St., McCaysville
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
January 15 – Welcome Centers CLOSED in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.
  January 16 – Ribbon Cutting for Sleep More Mattress Store, 1901 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m.
January 19 – Ribbon Cutting at Mercier Orchards – 75th Anniversary, 8660 Blue Ridge Dr., Blue Ridge
5:00 p.m.
January 24 – Board Orientation at the Chamber
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
January 27 – Annual Chamber Banquet at Brasstown Valley Resort and Spa
6:00 p.m.
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Member Renewals
 Thank you!
1 My Mountain Cabin Rentals
1st Franklin Financial Corp
Abernathy’s Complete Home Furnishings
Anne Merkel, PhD.,ND, CNHP, Autoimmune Specialist-Energy Therapist
B.F. Remodelers
Blue Ridge Highlander
Blue Ridge Motorsports Park
Blue Ridge Rotary Club
Carlos & Carol Martel
Cartecay Vineyards
Chapman Fence Company
Cohutta Country Store
Company House
Distinctive Developers
Escape to Blue Ridge
Fannin County Animal Control
Fannin County Development Authority
Ferrell Gas
Herendon Construction & Custom Built Homes
Hidden Key Properties
Horse Creek Stable Bed and Breakfast
Inside & Out Home Maintenance
Jerry’s Mountain Furniture
Johnson Cleaning
Keel Properties
Media Marketing Group
Mountain Transportation
North Georgia Equestrian Tours
North Georgia Technical College
Norton – Mountain Insurance
Pruitthealth Home Health Blue Ridge
Pulse Medical
Rachel Callihan Cowart, Harry Norman Realtors
Square Frame Media
The Chocolate Express
Walhala Ridge Furnishings
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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
January 9, 2018
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Click HERE to book your room now!!!

January Community Events Calendar
January 25-28 – School House of Rock, Blue Ridge Community Theater
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & Tastings:
Thursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing CompanyGrumpy Old Men and Mercier Orchards.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

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In This Issue
Open House, Ribbon Cutting at McCaysville Visitor Center
34th Annual Banquet
Community Events Calendar

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Chamber Events
Calendar
January 9 – Ribbon Cutting for April’s Attic, 6850 Appalachian Hwy., Mineral Bluff
11:00 a.m.
January 10 – Ribbon Cutting and Open House at the McCaysville Visitor Center, 53 East Market St., McCaysville
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
January 15 – Welcome Centers CLOSED in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.
  January 16 – Ribbon Cutting for Sleep More Mattress Store, 1901 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m.
January 19 – Ribbon Cutting at Mercier Orchards – 75th Anniversary, 8660 Blue Ridge Dr., Blue Ridge
5:00 p.m.
January 24 – Board Orientation at the Chamber
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
January 27 – Annual Chamber Banquet at Brasstown Valley Resort and Spa
6:00 p.m.
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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
December 26, 2017
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Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.

Invitations are in the mail. Be on the lookout for yours!
The deadline to turn in reservations has been extended to 
January 12.

December Community Events Calendar
November 18 – January 6 – Holiday Show and Sale, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 23 – December 30 – Mountain Country Christmas in Lights,Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
December 30 – Christmas Bird Count – Blue Ridge Bird Seed Company
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Train, Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Gala, Brasstown Valley Resort
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Bash, Lodge at Copperhead
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Party, Bear Claw Vineyards
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & TastingsThursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing CompanyGrumpy Old Men and Mercier Orchards.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

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In This Issue
34th Annual Banquet
Community Events Calendar

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Chamber Events
Calendar
January 1 – New Year’s Day, Welcome Centers Closed
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Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
November  21, 2017
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Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.

Shop Small and share your support for the spots you call your own, whether it’s your barbershop or even your one-stop garden supply store. Places like these keep our community strong and  vibrant, potentially employing friends, family and neighbors.  On Saturday, November 25, invite your friends to Shop Small and show love for their favorite places. Because when small businesses succeed — we all do!
 
#SHOPSMALL – November 25

We are now taking nominations for the
2018 Leadership Fannin Class!
Please email Jan Hackett at [email protected] to submit your candidate’s name and email address.

34th Annual Banquet
Saturday, January 27
at Brasstown Valley Resort
(Spoiler Alert:  We’ve got dueling pianos!!)

Thank you 2018 Business After Hours Cash Drawing Sponsors!!!
Angela Stewart Delorme
The Insurance Mart
Blue Ridge Law
Kevin Panter Insurance
Hayes, James & Associates
Automated Creations, Inc.
Blue Ridge Bird Seed Company
Appalachian Insurance & Financial Services
Brotherhood Oil Quick Lube and Tire Center
Blue Ridge Oil Change

November Community Events Calendar
November 18 – January 6 – Holiday Art Show and Sale, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 23 – December 30 – Mountain Country Christmas in Lights!, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
November 23 – Blue Ridge Turkey Trot – 5k, Downtown Blue Ridge
November 23 – Community Thanksgiving Open Table, Fannin County High School
November 24 – Blue Friday – Downtown Blue Ridge Shops
November 24 – Light up the Basin, McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN
November 24-26 – Santa Express Train Ride, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
November 24 – December 10 – White Christmas, Blue Ridge Community Theater
November 24 – December 17 – Gingerbread Village Display, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
November 24-26 – Merry Mountain Market, 3 Monkeys Antiques
November 25 – Firefly Music Presents Collin Raye, Location tbd
November 25 – Christmas at The Art Center, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 25 – Blue Ridge Christmas Parade, Downtown Blue Ridge
November 25 – Light Up Blue Ridge, Downtown Blue Ridge
November 25 – Tuba Christmas, Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
December 2 – Kiwanis 58th Annual Christmas Parade, Downtown McCaysville/Copperhill
December 2 – Vocal and Choral Holiday Performance by UNG, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
December 2 – Christmas Bazaar, St. Luke’s Church
December 2-3 – Santa Express Train Ride, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
December 2 – Visit Santa, Downtown Blue Ridge Gazebo
December 2 – Toys for Tots, Demolition Derby and Tough Truck Christmas Show, Blue Ridge Motorsports Park
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & TastingsThursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing CompanyGrumpy Old Men and Mercier Orchards.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

November 24 – Blue Friday,
Blue Ridge
5:30 p.m. – Town Wide Caroling

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November 24 – Light Up the Basin, 
Downtown Copperhill/McCaysville
6:00 p.m.
 
 
 
 
 
November 25th. – Light Up Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.– Holiday Music playing
11:15 a.m. – Santa Arrives on the train
noon to 3:00 p.m. – Tuba Christmas – on the Train Deck
noon to 5:00 p.m. – FCHS Theater Group preforming at Sycamore Crossing
12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Santa in the Gazebo visiting with children. Feed Fannin will be taking the Santa pictures.
2:00 to 3:00 p.m. – Alex Higgins – on the stage in the park
2:00 to 4:00 p.m. – Quinn Leach – On Depot St.
3:00 to 4:00 p.m. – Brass Quartet – on the Train Deck
5:30 p.m. – Parade starts
6:45 p.m. – Winners of the Window Decorating Contest are announced
7:00 p.m. – Lighting of the Great Tree
7:05 p.m. – Colin Raye will be singing O’Holy Night

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In This Issue
#SHOPSMALL
Leadership Fannin Nominations
Save the Date for the Annual Banquet
Community Events Calendar
Light Up Blue Ridge Schedule

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Chamber Events
Calendar
November 21 – Ribbon Cutting for A2B Transit at the Fannin County Chamber
11:00 a.m.
November 23 – Thanksgiving Day, Welcome Centers Closed
November 28 – CANCELLED!!!Business After Hours with Cash Prize Drawing at Fannin Brewing Company
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Community
Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
November  14, 2017
News for Members
Fannin Co. Chamber Logo

Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.

Shop Small and share your support for the spots you call your  
own, whether it’s your barbershop or even your one-stop garden supply store. Places like these keep our community
strong and  vibrant, potentially employing friends, family and neighbors.   On Saturday, November 25, invite your friends to Shop Small and show love for their favorite places. Because when small businesses succeed — we all do!
 
#SHOPSMALL – November 25

We are now taking nominations for the
2018 Leadership Fannin Class!
Please email Jan Hackett at [email protected] to submit your candidate’s name and email address.

34th Annual Banquet
Saturday, January 27
at Brasstown Valley Resort
(Spoiler Alert:  We’ve got dueling pianos!!)

WE NEED SPONSORS!!!
We are currently looking for ten sponsors for the 2018 year cash drawings. The cash drawings are held at three Business After Hours each year. The sponsorship cost is $75.00. This will get your business name placed on the advertisements for the business after hours events as well as mention at the event. Please contact Dianne Mallernee if you are interested in becoming a sponsor. Thank you!

Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting for The Jewish Congregation of Blue Ridge
November 9 was the ribbon cutting for The Jewish Congregation of Blue Ridge. The Jewish Congregation of Blue Ridge is a new resource for Jews in and around Fannin County (North Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina). Their services are traditional, informal, and inclusive. For more information, call  828-644-3543 or 404-702-0878.
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November Community Events Calendar
October 28 – November 19 – Japanese Maples Colorfest, Gibbs Gardens
November 18 – Tri-State Model Railroaders Open House, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
November 18 – January 6 – Holiday Art Show an Sale, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 18 – Live Music is Better – Kharisma Jazzmatic Funk, Blue Ridge Community Theater
November 18 – Who DunIt? Mystery Art Fundraiser, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
November 18 -19 – Mistletoe Market, North Georgia Technical College
November 19 – Firefly Music Presents Luke Bella, Location tbd
November 23 – December 30 – Mountain Country Christmas in Lights!,Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
November 23 – Blue Ridge Turkey Trot – 5k, Downtown Blue Ridge
November 23 – Community Thanksgiving Open Table, Fannin County High School
November 24 – Blue Friday – Downtown Blue Ridge Shops
November 24 – Light up the Basin, McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN
November 24-26 – Santa Express Train Ride, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
November 24 – December 10 – White Christmas, Blue Ridge Community Theater
November 24 – December 17 – Gingerbread Village Display, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
November 24-26 – Merry Mountain Market, 3 Monkeys Antiques
November 25 – Firefly Music Presents Collin Raye, Location tbd
November 25 – Christmas at The Art Center, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
November 25 – Blue Ridge Christmas Parade, Downtown Blue Ridge
November 25 – Light Up Blue Ridge, Downtown Blue Ridge
November 25 – Tuba Christmas, Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
December 2 – Kiwanis 58th Annual Christmas Parade, Downtown McCaysville/Copperhill
Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Thursday 

 
Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & TastingsThursday through Saturday’s at  Fannin Brewing CompanyGrumpy Old Men and Mercier Orchards.
* Swan Drive-in –Now Playing
FOR THE FULL CALENDAR –Click Here

November 24 – Blue Friday,
Blue Ridge
5:30 p.m. – Town Wide Caroling

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November 24 – Light Up the Basin, 
Downtown Copperhill/McCaysville
6:00 p.m.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
November 25th. – Light Up Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.– Holiday Music playing
11:15 a.m. – Santa Arrives on the train
noon to 3:00 p.m. – Tuba Christmas – on the Train Deck
noon to 5:00 p.m. – FCHS Theater Group preforming at Sycamore Crossing
12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Santa in the Gazebo visiting with children. Feed Fannin will be taking the Santa pictures.
2:00 to 3:00 p.m. – Alex Higgins – on the stage in the park
2:00 to 4:00 p.m. – Quinn Leach – On Depot St.
3:00 to 4:00 p.m. – Brass Quartet – on the Train Deck
5:30 p.m. – Parade starts
6:45 p.m. – Winners of the Window Decorating Contest are announced
7:00 p.m. – Lighting of the Great Tree
7:05 p.m. – Colin Raye will be singing O’Holy Night
In This Issue
#SHOPSMALL
Leadership Fannin Nominations
Save the Date for the Annual Banquet
Sponsors Needed
Ribbon Cuttings
Community Events Calendar
Light Up Blue Ridge Schedule

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Chamber Events
Calendar
November 15 – Board of Directors Meeting, Fannin County Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, Executive Board Meeting at 11:00 a.m., Board Meeting at 12:00 p.m.
November 16 – Ambassador Lunch, La Pizzeria
12:00 p.m.
November 16 – Golf Committee Meeting, Fannin County Chamber 12:00 p.m.
November 20 – Tourism Committee Meeting, Fannin County Chamber 12:00 p.m.
November 21 – Ribbon Cutting for A2B Transit at the Fannin County Chamber
11:00 a.m.
November 23 – Thanksgiving Day, Welcome Centers Closed
November 28 – CANCELLED!!!Business After Hours with Cash Prize Drawing at Fannin Brewing Company
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Job Fair at Blue Ridge Assisted LivingBRMAA Arts ShowWhodunit
2017 Turkey Trot
Open Table Poster

Light Up Blue Ridge

Merry Mountain Market

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