If you fancy yourself an armchair racecar driver by making virtual visits to Road Atlanta via the Forza Racing video game series – the least we can do is show you how the game’s graphics stack up to the “real” thing. The video below shows a turn by turn comparison of an actual hot lap on the Road...read more
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Calliope (that’s KAL – EE – OH -PEE) Sweets!
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/calliope-thats-kal-ee-oh-pee-sweets/Calliope Sweets is located in Historic Downtown Flowery Branch where they serve fresh baked goods that are delicious and made with only the finest ingredients. All of their desserts are freshly baked on site. Managers Patty Phillips and Diane Hanes have brought a little bit of the Big Easy to the Branch with the New Orleans...read more
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Things We Love…Nest Feathers
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/things-we-love-nest-feathers/The way to most girls’ hearts is through the jewelry department! This Valentine’s Day season, start a tradition that can offer gift giving solutions all year long – a Pandora bracelet or necklace from Nest Feathers. Chock full of high fashion for home and self, this gift shop in Oakwood offers a wide range...read more
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Learn to Sail on Lake Lanier
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/learn-to-sail-on-lake-lanier/Learn the basics of sailing on a comfortable 25 ft. boat. There’s even a head (potty) on board. Watch the sunset or take in a Wednesday night sailboat race. Cruise out to the islands and hang out on one of the deserted white sand beaches or sail to Flowery Branch bay and watch the windsurfers zipping by. Best for one or...read more
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Wanna Catch 40 Bass In A Day? Bill Vanderford tells you how…
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/wanna-catch-40-bass-in-a-day-bill-vanderford-tells-you-how/ANYONE CAN CATCH MORE THAN 40 BASS IN A DAY DURING THE SPAWNING SEASON Photos and story by Bill Vanderford Many anglers look at some recent conditions and cringe! High blue skies, bright sunlight, and hot days are not considered “text book” times to catch more than 40 bass per day. Add to that the fact that most spotted...read more
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Folk Pottery Event in Lula May 7th
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/folk-pottery-event-in-lula-may-7th/Collectors will be lining up along County Line Road in Lula early Saturday morning for a chance to pick through the latest offerings from the kiln of local folk pottery artist Michael Crocker. His wares are legendary in the folk art community and have even found their way into the Smithsonian Institution’s collection...read more
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Wanna hear a great story?
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/wanna-hear-a-great-story/Life in Gainesville-Hall County is far removed from the hustle and bustle of a major city, but don’t think for a minute that its culture is small town, too. Few exurban communities feature the vast range of high quality cultural and lifestyle opportunities found here. The quality-of-life stories are numerous, and the biggest...read more
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Relax & Recharge at Tranquility The Spa
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/relax-recharge-at-tranquility-the-spa/Tranquility offers all the services you’d expect to find at a resort spa with the added bonus of customized treatments. Among their many signature services, those listed below have been ranked as customer favorites since the spa introduced its new menu last year. BODY POLISHING WITH BORA-BORA WHITE SAND Soft and luxurious...read more
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Frostbite Sailing Series Launches This Week
http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/frostbite-sailing-series-launches-this-week/Story by Jeff Gill, Gainesville Times A two-month sailing series that allows participants to keep honing their skills is set to kick off Sunday at the Lake Lanier Sailing Club in West Hall. The 2011 Laser Frostbite begins at 1 p.m., with the public welcome to participate or simply watch, said Martine Zurinskas, the club’s...read more
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