Community Stuff – Dahlonega Georgia
Georgia: Gainesville
August
Haiti Mobile Food Packing Event: Free Chapel
Free Chapel is teaming up with Feed My Starving Children to bring you the Haiti Mobile Food Packing Event! From August 17th-19th, you will have a chance to provide one out of 270,160 meals that’ll serve the residents of Haiti. This is a great way to be the hands and feet of Jesus to a nation that is in desperate need for it. For more information or to volunteer, visit https://www.freechapel.org/events/feed-my-starving-children-3.
Free Chapel Gainesville is located at 3001 McEver Rd.Gainesville, GA 30504.
Georgia: Canton
August
Bring a Friend and Tie-Dye Night: Canton FUMC
Canton First United Methodist Church is inviting your youth to their “Bring a Friend and Tie-Dye Event” on August 20th! This eventful evening will be an exciting time filled with great fun, fellowship, and of course…tie dye! All participants must bring a pair of white socks or a white shirt to tie-dye, and they have the option to invite a friend to tag along! For more information, visit https://cantonfumc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1840821.
Canton First United Methodist Church is located at 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd Canton, GA 30115.
Georgia: Dahlonega
August
2023 State of Education Luncheon: Dahlonega-Lumpkin Chamber of Commerce
As the summer draws to a close, the Dahlonega-Lumpkin Chamber of Commerce will be having their annual 2023 State of Education Luncheon on August 17th from 12pm-1:30pm! Held at the Lumpkin County Parks and Rec. building, you will be able to hear about the successes of local schools as well as future goals they desire to achieve. This is one of the best ways to start being involved in the education of the future generation. For more information or to register, visit https://members.dlcchamber.org/events/details/2023-state-of-education-luncheon-70491.
The Lumpkin County Parks and Rec. is located at 365 Riley Road Dahlonega, GA 30533.
72nd Annual Georgia Mountain Fair: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
What better way to finish off the summer than with one of Georgia’s biggest events of the summer! The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds will be holding its 72nd fair from August 18th-26th! This fair week will be jampacked with activities and events your whole family will enjoy! There will be an exciting carnival area, a variety of artisan and food vendors, concerts from your favorite bands like Casting Crowns, and so much more! This will be one week you won’t forget! For more information, visit https://georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/localevents/fair.
The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds is located at 1311 Music Hall Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546.
Georgia: Cleveland
August
Wild at Heart Men’s Retreat: The Bridge Church
The Bridge Church is inviting all the men of the community to come and enjoy their Wild at Heart Men’s Retreat from August 17th-20th! Held at the Whitewater Express Retreat Center, this retreat will help the men learn about how God made them as leaders and how they can fully embrace the masculinity that God gave them. There will also be fun activities for them to enjoy, like fishing, swimming, and so much more! For more information or to register, visit https://thebridgeonline.cc/wild-at-heart/.
The Whitewater Express Retreat Center is located at 703 Golf Course Road Copperhill, TN 37317.
Georgia: Hiawassee
American Made Music Festival: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
It’s time for the greatest Music Festival in the South! The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds will be holding its annual American Made Music Festival from September 14th-16th! This festival is one of the largest gatherings of the best Country, Bluegrass, and Gospel musicians! Listen to hit songs from the Malpass Brothers, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Tracy Lawrence, and so much more! For more information or to buy tickets, visit https://georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/localevents/id/322.
The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds is located at 1311 Music Hall Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546.
Dawsonville
September
Joy in the Morning Ladies Tea: First Baptist Dawsonville
What better way to spend the morning than with a cup of tea among friends? That’s exactly what First Baptist Dawsonville is having on September 19th from 9am-12pm! Invite all your girlfriends to enjoy a time of fellowship and teaching from key speaker Joy McCammon! Childcare is provided by reservation only. For more information or to register, visit https://firstbaptistdawsonville.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1857369.
The Ladies Tea will be held at First Baptist Dawsonville, 900 Hwy 9 N Dawsonville, Georgia 30534.
Gainesville
DIVINE Conference: Free Chapel
Ladies, it’s time to get ready for this Fall’s biggest conference hosted by Free Chapel—DIVINE Conference! From September 22nd-23rd, you will be able to hear from speakers like Charity Gayle, Vesta Mangun, and others in learning how to grow in your relationship with the Lord Jesus. There will engaging teachings, wonderful breakout sessions, and more! For more information or to register, visit https://www.divineconference.org/index.html.
The DIVINE Conference will be held at Free Chapel Gainesville, 3001 McEver Rd, Gainesville, GA 30504.
ONGOING
ReEngage Marriage Discipleship: Christ Place Church
Christ Place Church is inviting all you couples to their ReEngage Marriage Discipleship program! Going from January 18th-May 17th, this Discipleship will gather every Wednesday at 6:30pm and discuss various issues that can ensnare the growth of your marriage. There will be childcare provided, so whether you just want to strengthen your marriage or you are desperate for help in your marriage, this Discipleship program will prove to be beneficial to you. For more information, visit https://www.christplace.com/reengage/.
Christ Place Church is located at 4175 Nopone Rd. Gainesville, GA.
Men’s Wing Night Church on the Hill
Every third Wednesday of the month, the men of Church on the Hill come together at Italian Pizza Pie for a night of fellowship, encouragement, and wings, and they are inviting you to join them! Come and join this group for a wonderful time of fun, food, and friends that encourage and challenge one another to walk closer with Christ Jesus. For more information, contact the church at Info@onthehill.life.
Italian Pizza Pie is located at 39 E Main Street NE, Buford, GA US 30518.
Mom’s Bible Study Living Hope Church
Every Wednesday from 5:30pm-7:30pm, Living Hope Church will be holding their Mom’s Bible Study in their Youth Office! Come and get to know other moms as you learn the Word together! Childcare is provided; for more information, visit https://www.livinghopega.com/events.
Living Hope Church is located at 3450 Stilesboro Road Kennesaw, GA 30152.
Addiction Support Group Landmark Church
If you—or someone you know—is struggling with an addiction, Landmark Church has the ministry for you. Come to Landmark Church and join their Addiction Support Group to receive accountability and help for their hang-ups. Through this ministry, you can come to know the One who sets captives free! For more information about the ministry or meeting dates, visit https://www.landmarkchurch.org/events/addiction-support-group/2022-07-25.
Landmark Church is located at 3737 Holcomb Bridge Rd Norcross, Georgia 30092.
Dahlonega’s Farmers’ Market Hancock Park
Every Tuesday and Saturday, Hancock Park hosts farmers and artisans to bring you Dahlonega’s Farmers’ Market! Come peruse the many vendors and artisans and support your local businesses! You might even find a gift for Father’s Day! Times will vary; for more information, visit https://dahlonegadda.org/calendar/.
Hancock Park is located at Hawkins St Dahlonega, GA.
PCC Food Drive Praise Community Church
Praise Community Church is holding their annual food drive between now -December 31st! On Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10am-1pm, PCC will be accepting non-perishable/canned food items ranging from canned vegetables to baking goods, as well as some personal essentials from toiletries to school supplies! If you would like to donate, come to the church on Sundays to drop them off or bring them to the student center. For more information, visit https://praisecommunitychurch.cc/event/food-drive/.
Praise Community Church is located at 329 Grayson Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Monthly Veterans Luncheon Canton First United Methodist
Every second Friday of the month, Canton First United Methodist hosts the Veterans Luncheon from 11:30am-1:30pm! If you are a veteran, or a family member of a veteran, then this event is for you to enjoy! To reserve your spot, contact the church at canton.first@cantonumc.org or (770) 479-2502. To those who’ve served our country in some way, come enjoy a wonderful meal with us!
Canton First United Methodist Church is located at 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd Canton, GA 30115.
The Torch Church: Food Pantry
The Torch Church is accepting food donations for their Pantry every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday! The Open Door Food Pantry seeks to be the hands and feet of Jesus in serving those who have nothing.
If you would like to donate non-perishable foods, come to the Torch Worship Center on Monday, Wednesday, or Saturday.
Hours will vary; for more information, visit https://www.thetorch.net/food-ministry.
The Torch Worship Center is located at 236 Level Grove Rd Cornelia, GA 30531.
“Taste of the Mountain” Passport Event Restaurants of Dahlonega
Lumpkin County Family Connection is organizing the “Taste of the Mountain” Passport Event! Ongoing now through October 31st, this event will make your tastebuds happy, from 12am-11:59pm, with limited time discounts for your favorite restaurants! All proceeds will go to benefit the Lumpkin County Family Connection organization. For more information about the event or if your restaurant would like to be a part of it, call (706)-864-6189 ext. 41126 or visit https://lumpkin.gafcp.org/events-archive/.
“There’s Hope for the Hungry” Food Pantry Smyrna Baptist Church
Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-1pm, Smyrna Baptist Church is giving away a free box of groceries to those in need, as well as a free meal to eat! If you, or someone you know, is in need of groceries to stock their fridge, then come and receive this blessing from the church! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/696393874895738/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D.
Smyrna Baptist Church is located at 1913 Smyrna Church Rd, Chatsworth, GA 30705-5819, United States.
Men’s Breakfast Lighthouse Baptist Church
Lighthouse Baptist Church is holding their Men’s Breakfast every second Saturday of the month from 8am-8:30am! Come and fellowship with your fellow man as you enjoy a hearty breakfast! For a list of dates, visit https://www.lighthouse-baptist.com/content.cfm?page_content=calendar_include.cfm&event_id=2205129&mm=4&dd=9&yy=2022.
Lighthouse Baptist Church is located at 329 Harmony Church Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
Dahlonega Women’s Club Monthly Club Meetings
Every first Thursday of the month (except July), the Dahlonega Women’s Club holds their club meetings at the Historic Community House from 5:30pm-7:30pm EST. If you are a woman who wants to help in your local community, this meeting is for you! Come and fellowship with fellow volunteers as you glean valuable information about the Club and its progress. Next meeting is on February 3rd; for more information, visit www.dahlonegawomansclub.com or call 706-867-0120.
The Historic Community House is located at 111 Park Street North, Dahlonega, across from Hancock Park.
Locally Crafted Market
Come and support our local vendors in our Locally Crafted Market every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10am-5pm, local artisans will be showcasing their arts and goods for you to enjoy; when you buy from them, you support the North Georgia Pregnancy Support Center! For more information, visit https://members.dlcchamber.org/events/details/find-hidden-treasures-at-locally-crafted-market-01-01-2022-67595?calendarMonth=2022-01-01.
The “Locally Crafted Market” is located at 387 Grove Street North, Suite E, Dahlonega, GA 30533.
Free Food Giveaways The Torch: Demorest Campus
Every first Saturday of the month, the Torch holds a Free Food Giveaway at their Demorest Campus. This ministry seeks to serve those who don’t have enough food and reach them with the love of Christ. For those who wish to volunteer, come to the Demorest Campus at 8am. For more information, visit https://www.thetorch.net/food-ministry.
The Torch: Demorest Campus is located at 800 CANNON BRIDGE RD DEMOREST, GA 30535.
Furniture Ministry The Torch: Demorest Campus
The Torch at Demorest is looking for volunteers to help out in their Furniture Ministry during Monday and Tuesday evenings! If you’ve been wanting an outlet to serve our community, then this opportunity is perfect for you! For more information, contact Mike Thomas at 706-778-4063.
The Torch: Demorest Campus is located at 800 CANNON BRIDGE RD DEMOREST, GA 30535.
Dahlonega Network Leads Group
Dahlonega Network Leads Group is composed of chamber members who are sales people and business owners located in, and/or doing business in, Lumpkin County meeting weekly on Thursdays
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM at the Chamber of Commerce Conference Room,13 South Park Street
Dahlonega, GA 30533. It's open to Chamber Members only!
The Group provides a structured, positive, and professional "word-of-mouth" program that enables members to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with quality business professionals, gain a more in-depth knowledge of fellow member’s businesses, exchange business referrals, and utilize these resources to grow and expand their respective businesses. Dahlonega Network is dedicated to maximizing member’s time and available resources to secure reliable business referrals.
The purpose of the Dahlonega Network to assist you in getting good business referrals that will expand your business success. Dahlonega Network is dedicated to maximizing the use of your time and resources to get good business referrals.
Contact Information Robb Nichols, (706) 867-3766 Send Email
Confidential help for Veterans and families
If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with caring, qualified responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves.
They are there anytime, day or night – 24/7
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Start a confidential chat - Go to VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
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Call TTY if you have hearing loss 800-799-4889
The National Suicide Hotline Designation Act, signed into law in 2020, authorized 988 as the new three-digit number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. All telephone service providers have activated the number as of July 2022.
Veterans can use this new option by dialing 988 and pressing 1 to contact the Veterans Crisis Line.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) or dial 9-8-8 as the new toll-free nationwide telephone number for the hotline.
It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The caller is routed to their nearest crisis center to receive immediate counseling and local mental health referrals.
The lifeline supports people who call for themselves or someone they care about.
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The Torch: Growth Track (On-going)
Are you a new believer? Do you want to serve but are not sure how? The Torch is providing a four week class for just this reason called “Growth Track”.
each of the classes, you will discover the gifts God has give you and learn how to use them for His purpose. You can attend all the classes or just one or two classes. Growth Track takes place on the first four Sundays of every month.
For more information, visit https://www.thetorch.net/growth-track.
The Torch is located at 4 HAPPY HOLLOW RD. DAHLONEGA, GA 30533.
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