www.CavenderCreek.com September   2004  Wonderful Weather! The fall weather has come early! Although we are always a few degrees cooler than surrounding areas this time of year, we've had surprisingly mild weather for late summer creating "fallish" like conditions with highs in the mid 70's and low, low humidity! It's been wonderful!! Cool evenings make for perfect "hot-tub weather" on the private deck of your cabin! Get an early start on your Fall getaway and take a Virtual Tour of our cabins at www.CavenderCreek.com. The fall season books up fast so make your reservations now! Kicking Off the Fall Season: Autumnfest 2004! Dahlonega makes Fall "official" with Autumnfest, Sept. 18 & 19! A celebration of the fall season centered around the Historic Town Square of Dahlonega, which is decorated with natural materials, and features a host of events reminiscent of a time gone by! Festival highlights include great food, blue ribbon pie contest, cake walk, Bluegrass jam session, Gospel music, scarecrow auction, farmer's market, demonstrations of bygone skills, wagon rides with story tour, 1862 dancing in period attire, old farm equipment demonstrations, and merchants' tag sale. An event not to miss! 6 Gap Century & 3 Gap Fifty Bike Ride If you missed out on the Tour de Georgia as it passed through Dahlonega earlier this year don't miss the unique event! The 6 Gap Century & 3 Gap Fifty Bike Ride is bit more relaxed than the Tour de Georgia with two events in one. Riders can choose between a 100 mile (century) ride winding up and down the Georgia mountains through six mountain passes (Gaps) or go for the 50 mile trip through "only" three passes in the North Georgia Mountains. Visit the official 6 gap/100 & 3 gap/50 Web site for full details. Area Attractions & Happenings Follow the links for more information on the following North Georgia Attractions & Happenings. Aug. 21st - Sept. 12: They're Super ... An Art Exhibition by Trevor Hawk at The Crimson Moon - The Crimson Moon on the square in Dahlonega presents "They're Super, Thanks for Asking," a collection of original, cartoon-inspired paintings by Norcross artist Trevor Hawkins. Exhibit runs Aug. 21-Sept. 12. Opening reception with wine tasting, free hors d'oeuvres, art raffle and live music on Aug. 21, from 6-8 p.m. Sept. 3rd: Music in the Park - Bring a picnic supper and spend time with family and friends! Vistors to Music in the Park will be glad to see Barry Bailey return for his third year. Bailey specializes in Native American Music and is well received by audiences. Sept. 4th: The Art of Archery at Medicine Bow - The accurate use of bow and arrow using Indian, Old English and modern styles for shooting direct and lob shots. For all ages (7-107) and all skill levels. Taught by 1999 World Longbow champion. Archery gear provided or BYO. $75. Sept. 5th: A Study of Trees at Medicine Bow - A relaxed family day for all ages to learn to identify tres by their bark patterns, leaves, limb structure, wood grain, smell and habitat. Learn how to use them as the Cherokee did for craft work. $65. Sept. Sundays: Vineyard Luncheon Buffet at Wolf Mountain Vineyards - Each Sunday in Septembert enjoy a wonderful luncheon and a tour & tasting experience at our lodge nestled in the vineyard. $25 includes gourmet lunch, tour & tasting & tax. Advance Reservations required with Visa or Mastercard. Sept. 8th: Advanced Archery Class at Medicine Bow - Specialized lesson in perfecting the fine points of shooting, release and follow-through. Plus moving targets and clout shots. For student who have taken the Art of Archery or veteran archers. $75. Sept. 11th: Whitewater Clinic at Medicine Bow - DLearn from the 1998 U.S. Whitewater Canoe Champion how to travel the liquid trails of the mountians with grace and safety. (BYO boat or rent at river) $75/person. Sept. 12th: Celebration of Art and Jazz at Wolf Mountain Vineyard - Meet local artists and experience their creations while relaxing to Live Jazz Music and a Bistro Buffet of French specialties. Of course our Family of Estate Wines will be available for you enjoyment. $30 per person includes tax, tour and tasting. Advance reservations required with Visa or Master Card. Sept. 12th: Archery Rendezvous at Medicine Bow - An adventure with bow and arrow for all skill levels to win the coveted SILVER ARROW. $10 (bow/arrow rental add $10). Sept 17, 18, 24 & 25th, Oct. 1 & 2nd: The Odd Couple at the Holly Theatre - The classic comedy by Neil Simon. Presented in the dinner theatre. $25 includes dinner, dessert, beverage, show, tax and tip. Reservations highly recommended. Call 706-864-3759 for more information. Sept. 18th: Backpacking at Amicalola Falls - This guided backpacking trip covers a moderate to strenuous trail around the peak of leaf color. Participants provide their own equipment and food. Register in advance. Program fee plus $2 parking. 706-265-4703. Sept. 18 - 19th: Autumn Fest on the Square - Autumnfest is a celebration of the fall season centered around the Historic Town Square of Dahlonega, which is decorated with natural materials, and hosts events reminiscent of a time gone by! Festival highlights include great food, blue ribbon pie contest, cake walk, Bluegrass jam session, Gospel music, scarecrow auction, farmer's market, demonstrations of bygone skills, wagon rides with story tour, 1862 dancing in period attire, old farm equipment demonstrations, and merchants' tag sale. Sept. 25 - 26th: 2004 Taste of Georgia Wine Country at Three Sisters Vineyards - Come to Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery for our Annual "Taste of Georgia Wine Country." Mountain Music. Mountain Wine. Good Times in Georgia Wine Country! No admission charge. Another Three Sisters Vineyards OPEN HOUSE Event. Sept. 26th: Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty Bike Ride - The 16th annual Six Gap Century and Three Gap Fifty bike rides through the mountains. These challenging rides ascend and descend three or six of the steepest climbs in the North Georgia Mountains. The Six Gap Century ride is 100 miles with over 10,700 feet of vertical climbing. The toughest climb is Hogpen Gap. The Hogpen Gap climb averages 7% for 7 miles, with sections as steep as 15%. In 1998 we added a three gap, 50 mile alternative to the century. Plan to be a part of this year's ride the last Sunday in September!