March   2005 


It's Just Around the Corner...
 The temperatures are rising, cloudy days are giving way to sunny skies, new life is creeping into Mary's garden…. SPRING IS ALMOST HERE!! This is one of the most exciting times to be in the North Georgia Mountains as Mother Nature slowly awakes from her long winter nap!

This is the Last Month... of our Winter Special! Book a two night stay between Sunday and Thursday and you'll get a third night FREE. All three nights must be consecutive.
Take advantage of this special offer and make your reservations now!

It's a Musical March!
There are a host concerts and music performances throughout the month! From vocal to instrumental, classical to folk, something is bound to catch your ear! Below is just a sample of the concerts and performances occurring this month. See the entire event schedule at the bottom of the page in Area Attractions & Happenings.

The Buisson Arts Center :
 The Buisson Arts Center is a relatively new venue in Dahlonega and is showcasing 3 varied genre's of music this month:

The Forsyth Wind Quintet... This is the second concert performance at the Buisson Arts center for this extremely talented group of musicians. Featuring timeless ensembles performed with flute, oboe, clarinet, horn and bassoon, this performance is not to be missed! March 5, 8 p.m.
Darrel Scott... Songwriter, singer, and instrumentalist Darrell Scott is back and this time he's bringing friends. His guest this month will be the hottest percussionist in Nashville, Kenny Malone. Opening the show will be Darrell's pal Corey Smith. Don't miss this! March 11, 8 p.m.
Maura O’Connell... One of the best folk song stylists of the last decade, Maura has one of those rich, soothing voices laced with drama and pathos. Onstage, Ms. O'Connell exudes warmth, quiet charm and enough pipe power to immediately enthrall an audience. March 12, 8 p.m.
The Crimson Moon :
 The Crimson Moon on the historic square remains a unique musical emporium where you'll hear everything from contemporary folk, bluegrass and Celtic to blues, old time, country and even gospel ringing through the rafters of the 1858 Parker-Nix Storehouse.

Dana & Susan Robinson... Merging traditional and contemporary music, this husband and wife duo have two rich, intimate voices with intricate, powerful guitar and banjo playing with a handful of fiddle and mandolin thrown in. March 4, 8 p.m.

Jonathan Byrd... A continual favorite here at the Crimson Moon, Jonathan Byrd was one of six winners of the 2003 New Folk competition at the Kerrville Folk Festival. A big honor considering Lyle Lovett, Nancy Griffith, and Shawn Colvin have all been finalists at the legendary Texas festival. Come out and see why we like him so much! March 5, 8 p.m.

North Georgia College
& State University :
 The Fine Arts department of NGC&SU has a fantastic Concert Series which includes not only excellent talent among the students, but also brings regional, national and even international talents to Dahlonega for a unique cultural experience.

Golden Eagle Band and
Patriot Choir... NGC&SU’s two military-based music ensembles combine for a concert of choral and instrumental music, Hoag Student Center Auditorium. March 8, 7:30 p.m.


Peter Jankovic, Classical Guitar...
 Petar Jankovic, award-winning and internationally recognized classical guitarist from Yugoslavia performs in the Hoag Student Center Auditorium. March 24, 7:30 p.m.


The NGC&SU Singers with
Le Belle Voci... Returning from their tour in England and Scotland the NGC&SU singers, led by Dr. Jack Broman, perform at their homecoming concert with guest vocalist, Le Belle Voci. Health & Natural Sciences Auditorium March 31, 7:30 p.m.

Celebrate St. Patty's at
Three Sisters Vineyards!
 You'll be seeing GREEN at Three Sisters Vineyards annual St. Patty's Day Celebration, Mar. 12 & 13, 1-5 p.m. This is a free, Three Sisters Open House event including a complimentary tasting of our wines plus Sweet Grass Dairy “Green Hill” semi-ripened cow’s milk cheese. Our "Georgia Wine Country Tasting" ($10 per person) will be extended for both days. Live Irish Music. Wear something GREEN for good luck.

Area Attractions & Happenings
Click on the links for more information on the following North Georgia Attractions & Happenings.
Mar. 3-31: NGCSU Student Art Show -
The Buisson Arts Center Gallery proudly presents the student art of North Georgia College and State University during the month of March. No admission fee.
Mar. 4: Dana & Susan Robinson at The Crimson Moon -
Dana & Susan Robinson will perform with their unique blend of powerful guitar and banjo playing with a handful of fiddle and mandolin thrown in. 8 pm.
Mar. 5: Jonathan Byrd at The Crimson Moon -
Johnathan Byrd is a continual favorite at the Crimson Moon. One of six winners of the 2003 New Folk competition at the Kerrville Folk Festival. 8 pm.
Mar. 5: Forsyth Wind Quintet in Concert at Buisson Arts Center -
If you overlooked the Forsyth Wind Quintet concert in December, you have a second chance to spend an evening enjoying timeless music played by 5 incredibly talented musicians. Don't miss them! Tickets are $5.00 plus tax.
Mar. 5, 6: Backpacking Clinic & Appalachian Trail Celebration at Amicalola Falls - This clinic includes demonstrations by professionals, trip leaders and equipment retailers, covering tents, sleeping bags, boots, rain gear, clothing, food and other equipment, as well as backpacking trip preparations. Learn the history of the Appalachian Trail and hear thru-hikers share tales of their journey, preparations and motivations. $2 parking. 800-573-9656 Ext. 681.
Mar. 8: NGCSU Band and Choral Performance -
The Golden Eagle Band and Patriot Choir, NGCSU's two military-based music ensembles combine for a concert of choral and instrumental music, 7:30 p.m., Hoag Student Center Auditorium
Mar. 11: Darrell Scott and Friends at the Buisson Arts Center -
Songwriter, singer, and instrumentalist Darrell Scott is back and this time he's bringing friends. His guest this month will be the hottest percussionist in Nashville, Kenny Malone. Opening the show will be Darrell's pal Corey Smith. Don't miss this!
Mar. 11-26: Man of LaMancha at the Holly Theater -
Man of La Mancha is a powerful mixture of the dramatic and comedic featuring the inspirational song "The Impossible Dream" One of the most stirring musical theatre pieces of all time....Man of La Mancha will engage your spirit and move your soul.
Mar. 12: Artists Rendezvous at the Buisson Arts Center -
The Artists Rendezvous provides a venue for the public to observe artists at work and brings artists together to have fun, share experiences and stories. Plus, there will be a $1000 (one thousand dollar) incentive to help motivate artists to produce paintings, drawings, and other works of art in any medium.
Mar. 12: Maura O'Connell in concert at the Buisson Arts Center -
Maura O'Connell, one of the best folk song stylists of the last decade, has one of those rich, soothing voices laced with drama and pathos. Onstage, Ms. O'Connell exudes warmth, quiet charm and enough pipe power to immediately enthrall an audience. Tickets $22.00 plus sales tax.
Mar. 12, 13: Three Sisters Vineyards, St. Patty's Day Celebration -
You'll be seeing GREEN at Three Sisters Vineyards (1-5PM) during our annual St. Patty's Day Celebration. We'll have complimentary tastes of our wines and Sweet Grass Dairy "Green Hill" semi-ripened cow's milk cheese. We'll also extend our paid "Georgia Wine Country Tasting" for both days. Live Irish Music. Wear something GREEN for good luck Another Three Sisters OPEN HOUSE event. No charge for admission.
Mar. 22: "More Than A Story" Student Play & Art Exhibit at the Buisson Arts Center -
The Buisson Arts Center presents the Masters Academy of Fine Arts' student production of "More Than A Story" in the Music Hall, followed by a student art exhibit in the Gallery. Free & Open to the Public.
Mar. 24: Classical Guitarist Petar Jankovic in Concert at NGCSU -
Petar Jankovic, guitarist, award-winning and internationally recognized Yugoslavian performs a classical guitar recital, in the Hoag Student Center Auditorium. The event is part of the Nix Living Heritage Fine Arts Series.
Mar. 27: Easter Egg Hunt at Chestatee Wildlife Preserve -
Annual Easter Egg Hunt...Children of all ages are welcome to hunt for thousands of eggs. Each child receives a special Easter Gift from the animals. Visit with all of the animals. Children under 12 $5 and adults $10.
Mar. 31: NGCSU Singers in Concert -
The NGCSU Singers and Le Belle Voci led by Dr. Jack Broman are back from a tour of England and Scotland in their homecoming concert, 7:30 p.m., Health & Natural Sciences Auditorium