People & Places washington sat evening post History Center Displays Work of Saturday Evening Post Artist http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/history-center-displays-work-of-saturday-evening-post-artist/

Gainesville Times Brandee A. Thomas  If you close your eyes and try to visualize Santa Claus or the New Year’s baby, chances are the image in your head would match the ones created by commercial illustrator, J.C. Leyendecker. On Tuesday, January 10th the Northeast Georgia History Center visitors will be able to learn more...read more

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People & Places FBChristmas Breakfast with Santa and other Holiday Happenings in Flowery Branch http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/breakfast-with-santa-and-other-holiday-happenings-in-flowery-branch/

Flowery Branch holds annual Christmas Festival and Roll ‘n Stroll on December 3rd Flowery Branch, GA – Downtown Flowery Branch is the place to be on December 3, 2011!  The fun and festivities begin at 9 AM at Flowery Branch United Methodist Church, where kids of all ages are invited to have Breakfast with Santa!...read more

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People & Places Tummy growling? Head to Big Bear Cafe… http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/tummy-growling-head-to-big-bear-cafe/

Today’s no repeat lunch fare was found on Main Street in Gainesville at the Big Bear Cafe. A staple for breakfast in the area – said to be in the top 5 choices for a morning feast – we stopped in for lunch and were not disappointed. The cafe is located just one block from the Amtrak station and offers a wide...read more

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People & Places buford corn maze It’s time to get Spooky… Buford Corn Maze is the place! http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/its-time-to-get-spooky-buford-corn-maze-is-the-place/

The Buford Corn Maze began in 2009 as a fun experiment and has blossomed into a community event that has brought farm life back into an urban setting.  What was once thought as a by-gone era is now reality for the North Atlanta area. Rodney Miller and Jerome Beggs, two farm boys at heart, had a passion to turn their love of...read more

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People & Places Wild Wonders – Road Atlanta

Put your pedal to the metal in a variety of ways at this 750 acre world class racing facility. From Petit Le Mans to the Suzuki Superbikes, if you like it fast, then Road Atlanta is the place to be. Fuel your need for speed, get behind the wheel at their driving school. www.roadatlanta.com

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People & Places Georgia Lake Fishing Offers Anglers Tips for Big Catches

Check out this awesome blog about fishing on Georgia’s Lake – especially Lake Lanier. This guide service is pretty fabulous with their luck catching world class trout, bass and walleye. Professional Guide Wes Carlton leads excursions on Lanier, Burton, Rabun and Seed. CLICK HERE to visit their website!

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People & Places INK – Interactive Neighborhood for Kids http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/ink-interactive-neighborhood-for-kids/

Tired of the winter blues? Change your outlook with some colorful fun at INK – the Interactive Neighborhood for Kids in Gainesville! Located just a short drive north of Atlanta, you will find a one-of-a kind unique, fun destination for the entire family. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids, Inc. (INK), located in Gainesville,...read more

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People & Places Milkshake-a-thon benefits Cystic Fibrosis Society http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/milkshake-a-thon-benefits-cystic-fibrosis-society/

Story courtesy of Brandee A. Thomas, Gainesville Times Although she could’ve asked for a new doll or bicycle, a Charlotte Snyder is asking for something much simpler for her birthday. Instead of gifts, the 6-year-old is asking people to purchase a milkshake. Charlotte, who has cystic fibrosis, has decided to host a milkeshake-a-thon...read more

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People & Places Arts Council Film Series: Jump at the Sun http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/arts-council-film-series-jump-at-the-sun/

CLICK TO SEE FILM TRAILER Zora Neale Hurston: Jump at the Sun Mar 17 7:30 PM Kristy Andersen, Writer/Producer Meet the Filmmaker Receptions Gainesville State College Continuing Education Building - Room CE 108 Tickets (includes reception): $7 Adults; $5 Students/Seniors Series Tickets: $38 for 6-Film Series The Arts...read more

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People & Places Lanier National Speedway Suffers Loss of Sue White http://www.lakelaniercvb.com/lanier-national-speedway-suffers-loss-of-sue-white/

Local short track raceway Lanier National has lost an icon. Mrs. Sue White who worked at the track for many years and was an icon of Hall County racing passed away on February 23rd after a brief illness. She and her husband operated a dry cleaners in the area and she also worked at Chicopee Mills and “moon-lighted” as...read more

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