Tour de Georgia Returns to Dahlonega!
For the second year in a row, Dahlonega will be a "Finish Line City" for the
Dodge Tour de Georgia!
On April 22nd this world-class, professional cycling stage race will roll into the Historic Square of
Dahlonega ending the first "mountain" stage. At that point, 120 cyclists will have covered 404 of
650 miles and climbed a total of 18,953 feet in elevation over 5 mountain passes. Last year, the Dalton to Dahlonega
stage saw fierce competition along its 134 miles and was awarded "Ride of the Year".
To celebrate this exciting
event, Dahlonega will host its own
"Tour de Dahlonega" with
family-friendly events beginning at 11 am on the square. While waiting in anticipation for the cyclists, visitors
can sample some of the fun and exciting attractions in and around Dahlonega, plus get a chance to pan for gold,
learn about local vineyards and wineries and
discover the many outdoor adventures to be had in Dahlonega and surrounding areas. The excitement will
build when at approximately 2:45 pm the first cyclists will round the square and sprint to the finish line!
No doubt, a thrilling day not to be missed!
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First Festival of the Year:
Bear On The Square!
Believe it or not, there really was a "Bear On The Square" back in 1996 when a small cub wandered into
the heart of Dahlonega and perched itself in a Sycamore tree on the Historic Square. After a prolonged effort, the
bear was eventually rescued but not before creating quite a stir in the community! We've been celebrating the
event ever since with our annual
Bear On The Square Festival, April 15-17th. Now in its ninth year, the festival will feature bluegrass
and old-time music, authentic mountain crafts, storytelling, dancing, children’s
events, non-stop jamming, concerts, workshops and a country auction
featuring folk art and gift items from Dahlonega’s merchants.
Visit the official Bear On The Square Web site for details.
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Dahlonega Vineyards & Wineries:
Celebrating the Green of Spring!
The Vineyards & Wineries of Dahlonega
will be hosting special events throughout April. It's an excellent opportunity to enjoy fantastic food and wonderful wines!
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Three Sisters Vineyards
will host their own celebration with a
Tour de Winery Weekend, April 22-24th.
Join them on Friday (raceday) in downtown Dahlonega for "Tour de Dahlonega" and enjoy special wines & cheeses
throughout the weekend at the vineyard. Plus, a combination of
"Word and Wine" will be showcased
on April 30th. Hear Southern authors read from thier works while enjoying Southern wine, cheese, and live music.
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Frogtown Cellars
will feature a Bistro Lunch Weekend, April 2 & 3rd.
serving delightful panini, salads and pasta a la carte. Or take advantage of the
Winetaster's Dinner, April 8th & 22nd.
Frogtown Cellar's gourmet chefs will prepare a delightful menu specially suited to their wines. Frogtown Cellar's
own winemaker will be on hand to guide you through the tasting as well. Reservations required.
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Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery
will be celebrating the arrival of Spring with their 3rd annual
Awakening of the Vines and Bluegrass Brunch,
April 17-18th. Enjoy the sounds of Bluegrass music amidst the mountain beauty of the Wolf Mountain vineyard
and celebrate the awakening of the vines with a Bluegrass Brunch. Plus, you can enjoy the current release of Wolf Mountain's
Estate wines together with an elaborate, Vineyard Luncheon Buffet.
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Area Attractions & Happenings
Click on the
links
for more information on
the following North Georgia Attractions & Happenings.
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Apr 1 & 2:
Shawn Mullins in Concert at The Crimson Moon -
Dahlonega's own, Shawn Mullins has come back for two encore
performances at the Crimson Moon Café. Shawn honed his craft the old-fashioned way: writing songs that can be played
on an acoustic guitar and working them out in front of a live audience more than 200 nights per year. Do not wait to
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Apr. Every Weekend:
"The Portrait Show" at The Cannery Gallery -
Dahlonega visual artists present a new exhibition featuring work in a variety of mediums and styles by local artists.
Open Saturdays and Sundays, 11am to 5pm. Located at 61 Enota Street, 2 blocks east of the square, next to the old
jail. Free and open to the public.
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Apr. 2 & 3:
Bistro Lunch Weekend at Frogtown Cellars -
Come dine at Frogtown Cellars for lunch. Serving panini, salads and pasta a la carte.
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April 3 & 10:
Dahlonega Dulcimers - Foothills Filharmonic at the Buisson Arts Center -
Join us on the Buisson Arts Center's Pickin' Porch Sundays from 2-4pm to share music and have some fun.
Take that dulcimer down off your wall and start playing it. Don't know how?
We'll show you! All levels welcome as are all instruments. Contact John Stockard at (706) 867-8972 or Robin Chase at
(706) 864-4412.
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April 17-18:
3rd Annual Awakening of the Vines and Bluegrass Brunch at Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery -
Enjoy the Sounds of Bluegrass Music amidst the mountain beauty of our vineyard and celebrate the awakening of the
vines with a Bluegrass Brunch. Taste the current release of our Family of Estate Wines complementing an elaborate
Vineyard Luncheon Buffet. $25.00 per person plus tax. Wine tasting and Winemaker Tour optional.
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Apr. 8 & 9:
Relay For Life - "Cruising for a Cure" -
Join us at NGCSU as our community celebrates all of our local cancer survivors! There will be entertainment all
night long, teams selling food (all to benefit the American Cancer Society), Luminary Ceremony at dusk, and more fun
than you will be able to find anywhere else in Lumpkin County!!! Call 770-297-1176 for more information!
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Apr. 8 - 30:
Blackberry Creek Art Exhibit Opening & Reception at the Buisson Arts Center -
Come and experience the compelling artwork of the local artists that comprise Blackberry Creek.
You'll love their visions!
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Apr. 8 & 22:
Winetaster's Dinner at Frogtown Cellars -
Our Wine Taster's Dinner is the perfect venue for discovering and learning more about the world of wine. Our chefs
prepare food specially suited to our wines and our winemaker will be available to guide you through the tasting.
Contact us for more information or reservations. $35 per person plus tax and gratuity
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Apr. 9:
Artists Rendezvous at the Buisson Arts Center -
This monthly rendezvous of artists is a celebration of the visual arts in North Georgia, bringing artists together
allowing the public to view and interact with artists at work. Theme for this month: Spring in the Mountains.
Registration for artists from 9am-1pm, working between 1 and 5pm.
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Apr. 9 & 10:
Flower Power at Amicalola Falls State Park -
Join wildflower identification hikes, tie-dye a t-shirt using natural dyes and learn more about edible and medicinal
plants. Some fees. $2 parking. 800-573-9656 Ext. 681.
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Apr. 15:
Masquerade in the Mountains at Cavender Castle -
The Castle will set the stage for a mysterious, interactive night of art with a portion of the proceeds going to
the Historic Holly Theatre. Enjoy live music, painters, mimes, ballet, magicians and much more! Don you finest
masquerade costume and share a complimentary champagne toast with fellow patrons.
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Apr. 15-17:
Ninth Annual Bear on the Square Mountain Music Festival -
The ninth annual Bear on the Square Mountain Festival featuring bluegrass and old-time music and authentic mountain
crafts takes place April 15-17, 2005 in historic downtown Dahlonega, Georgia. Events include concerts, workshops,
jam sessions, a children’s play and teddy bear picnic, storytelling, mountain dancing, a pie contest, and a country
auction featuring folk art and gift items from Dahlonega’s merchants.
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Apr. 16 & 17:
43rd Annual WORLD OPEN Gold Panning Competition -
Every year gold miners from around the world gather for the World Gold Panning Championships at the Consolidated
Gold Mines. Plenty of opportunities for visitors to try their hand at finding the big
nugget. Events start at 12 Noon each day. Location: 185 Consolidated Gold Mine Rd. Dahlonega, Georgia 30533.
706-864-8473
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Apr. 22-24:
Tour de Winery Weekend at Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery -
Three Sisters will conduct our annual "Tour de Winery" all weekend! Join us in downtown Dahlonega on Friday
for an all day event and enjoy special wines & cheeses all weekend long at the winery. Call 706-865-9463 for more info.
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Apr. 22:
Stage 4 finish of the Dodge Tour de Georgia -
A day of family-friendly festivities will get underway at 11am on the Historic Square in Dahlonega as we wait for
profossional cyclists to finish the most difficult stage of this grueling race across Georgia.
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Apr. 23:
Suzy Bogguss in Concert at the Buisson Arts Center -
Suzy Bogguss
remains one of the rare artists who has managed to walk the line between critical acclaim and commercial success.
She makes very few appearances, so don't miss your chance to enjoy Suzy's singing up close and personal!
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Apr. 23 & 24:
Wings of Flight at Amicalola Falls State Park -
Share your love of all winged creatures during these programs on birds, bats and butterflies. Activities include
educational discussions, building a bat house or bird feeder, gardening tips and more. Some fees. $2 parking.
800-573-9656 Ext. 681.
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Apr. 30:
"Word and Wine" at Three Sisters Vinyards & Winery -
Southern Authors and Southern Wine! Hear Southern authors read from their recent works during a FREE Open House at
Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery. 12:00-3PM. Live Music and Georgia Cheese too! The
event will be recorded by Public Radio South for broadcast. A Three Sisters OPEN HOUSE event.
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