Community Stuff – Blairsville, Georgia

United WKND 2023: Lanier Hills Church

From March 3rd-5th, Lanier Hills Church will be hosting its annual United WKND 2023 for 6th-12th graders! This event will center around what the Bible says about who God is from keynote speaker Rechab Gray. There will be wonderful worship by Bethany Barr Philips, and students will be staying with Corinth Church families during the event. For more information or to register your youth, visit https://lanierhills.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1623719.

Lanier Hills Church is located at 3129 Duckett Mill RdGainesville, GA 30506

“Let Your Light Glow” Glow in the Dark Party: Canton FUMC

Canton First United Methodist Church is inviting your kids (kindergarten-5th grade) to join them in their Glow in the Dark Party on March 8th! From 6:30pm-7:30pm, your child will have a blast with various activities that specialize in letting their light “glow”! For more information or to register, visit https://cantonfumc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1564053.

Canton FUMC is located at 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd Canton, GA 30115.

Parenting Workshop with Becca Gunyon: Westminster Church

On March 11th from 10am-2:30pm, Westminster Church will be holding a Parenting Workshop for all parents (and grandparents) of kids and teens! Hear from keynote speaker Becca Gunyon, a Christian Psychologist, as you learn how to cultivate a thriving relationship with your youth. For more information or to register, visit http://www.wcpca.org/events/2023/3/11/parenting-workshop-with-becca-gunyon.

Westminster Church is located at 1397 Thompson Bridge RoadGainesville, GA, 30501.

Beloved—Bloom: 12 Stone Church

12 Stone Church is proud to invite all you women to their “Beloved—Bloom” event on March 11th from 9am-11am! This event seeks to give Godly counsel and encouragement to widows who are wanting to shed the winter and grief of their circumstances. This time of fellowship and encouragement will lift up the spirits of any who are walking this tough road. Space is limited, and childcare is provided. For more information or to register, visit https://my.12stone.church/events/158368.

12 Stone Church Lawrenceville is located at 1322 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville, GA 30043.

Men’s Ministry Fishing Tournament: Level Grove Baptist Church

Get your fishing line and tackle ready, because Level Grove Baptist Church is holding their Men’s Ministry Fishing Tournament on March 11th! Starting at 6am at Tugaloo State Park, you will compete with the best men in the community for the biggest and best fish, with prize money for the top three winners! For more information or to register, visit https://levelgrove.org/event/4781996-2023-03-11-mens-ministry-fishing-tournament/.

Tugaloo State Park is located at 1763 Tugaloo State Park Rd, Lavonia, GA US 30553.

KidStuf: Gwinnett Church

Come one, come all to the Gwinnett Church for the best show you and your kids will experience—Kidstuf! On March 24th at 7pm, the Colorful Hat Circus will bring to you the show that is both fun and meaningful, reminding you and your kids of the One who we can trust in at all times! For more information or to register, visit https://gwinnettchurch.org/events/kidstuf-2023-03-24.

Gwinnett Church is located at 300 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.Sugar Hill, GA 30518.

Men’s Conference—“Strength and Weakness”: Helen First Baptist Church

Helen First Baptist Church is inviting all you men to their Men’s Conference from March 24th-25th! Come together at the church to learn from the life of Gideon about how our God uses our “Strength and Weakness” to accomplish His purposes. All men, college students and onward, are welcome to attend. For more information or to register, visit https://helenfbc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1606116.  

Helen First Baptist Church is located at 53 Edelweiss Strasse Helen, GA 30545.

Easter at the Torch: The Torch church

Come enjoy “Easter at the Torch” on April 7th, and 9th at both of the church’s campuses! The Demorest Campus will be holding three Good Friday events that will remind your heart and spirit about the greatest act of love for us—the Cross of Jesus Christ. Then come to either the Demorest or Dahlonega campus to remember the joy of your salvation—the resurrection of Jesus Christ! For more information, visit https://www.thetorch.net/easter.

The Torch church has campuses in both Demorest, GA and Dahlonega GA. See their website for addresses.

 

Resurrection Sunday Service: Blue Ridge UMC

Come celebrate Resurrection Sunday with the Blue Ridge United Methodist Church on April 9th! There will be a sunrise service in the prayer garden from 7am-7:30am, followed by the main Easter service at 10:30am in the sanctuary. This is a great time to be reminded of our joyous victory given to us by our Risen King! For more information, contact the church at brumc172@gmail.com.

The Blue Ridge UMC is located at 235 Orvin Lance Dr. Blue Ridge, Ga 30513.

 

“Easter: The Live Experience”: Free Chapel Gainesville

Come to Free Chapel Gainesville and experience Easter like you’ve never experienced it before! Free Chapel will be putting on their “Easter: The Live Experience” production from April 7th-9th! Come see the life, ministry, sacrifice, and victory of our Lord Jesus acted out in a way that will remind you of the incredible love God has for you! Admission is free, but seating is first-come-first-serve, so be sure to come early to see this incredible production! For more information, visit https://www.freechapel.org/events/easter-live-production-2023.

Free Chapel Gainesville is located at 3001 McEver RdGainesville, GA 30504.

 

Easter Weekend: Lakewood Baptist Church

From April 7th-9th, Lakewood Baptist Church is having events and services celebrating the Savior and you’re invited! Come to the Good Friday services at 12pm or 6:30pm and reflect on the Cross of Jesus Christ. Then join the congregation on Saturday for a fun family event at The Retreat at Long Mountain for a time of kites, egg hunts, and picnicking! Finally come to one of the Resurrection Sunday services to rejoice in the hope of resurrection given to us by our Lord Jesus’ Resurrection! For more information, visit https://www.lakewoodlife.org/connect/events-calendar/?ccbpress_event_year=2023&ccbpress_event_month=4.

Lakewood Baptist Church is located at 2235 Thompson Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30501.

Rising Women Spring Retreat “Abide”: Rising Church

Rising Church is inviting all the women in the community to enjoy a lovely weekend of retreat on April 28th-30th! Held at The Lodge at Amicalola Falls State Park, this retreat seeks to help women take a deeper look into the command to “Abide” in Christ (John 15:1-17). Come to the Lodge for all the trip or stay partway through! For more information or to register, visit https://risingchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1633890.

The Lodge at Amicalola Falls State Park is located at 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534.

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Union County Farmers Market
The Union County Farmers Market is coming back to Blairsville on June 7th ! Every Tuesday and Saturday from now-October 25th, Farmers Market Way will be lined with a variety of artisans and food stands!Come and find the best homegrown fruits and vegetables, homemade pastries, handmade arts, and somuch more! This market goes from 8am-1pm every Tuesday and Saturday. For more information, visit
https://members.visitblairsvillega.com/events/details/union-county-farmers-market-06-07-2022-17887?calendarMonth=2022-06-01#eventcalendar.

The Union County Farmers Market will be held at 290 Farmers Market Way Blairsville, GA 30512.

Friday Night Concerts Old Courthouse on the Square

Every Friday from 7pm-8pm, the Old Courthouse on the Square will be hosting their Friday Night Concerts, showcasing their love for their heritage! Each concert will host a different artist and will last from now to October 28th, with a seasonal concert in December. Doors open at 6pm, so come early and reserve your seats for this fantastic event! For more information, visit https://members.visitblairsvillega.com/events/calendar/#eventcalendar. 

The Old Courthouse on the Square is located at 62 Blue Ridge Street Blairsville, GA 30512 (right off the Courthouse Square).

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.

Jones Creek Food Pantry New Union Baptist Church

New Union Baptist Church partners with Pleasent Hill Baptist Church to bring the Jones Creek Food Pantry to all those in need in the community. Every first Monday of the month, if you—or someone you know—is in need of groceries, come to the Food Pantry between 10am-1pm or 5pm-7pm. For more information, visit http://www.newunionbaptistblairsville.org/ministries/jc-food-ministry. 

New Union Baptist Church is located at 4159 Jones Creek Rd. Blairsville, GA 30512.

Trash and Treasures Union County Farmers Market

the Union County Farmers Market will be hosting the Trash and Treasures Sale every Friday from 7:30am-1pm, from now till October 28th! You never know what you’ll find amidst the old and new items in this sale—it just might be a priceless treasure! For more information, visit https://members.visitblairsvillega.com/events/details/trash-and-treasures-at-union-county-farmers-market-06-24-2022-119025?calendarMonth=2022-06-01#eventcalendar. 

The Union County Farmers Market is located at 290 Farmers Market Way Blairsville, GA.

Bike Night Abide Coffee Shop

Come to Abide Coffee Shop and meet your local bikers at 4pm every second Saturday night from now until October 8th! Here, bikers can meet other bikers and visitors can meet their local bikers; it’s a wonderful community event that gets you connected with each other! For more information, visit https://members.visitblairsvillega.com/events/details/bike-night-08-13-2022-118913?calendarMonth=2022-08-01#eventcalendar. 

Abide Coffee Shop is located at 214C Young Harris Street Blairsville, GA 30512.

Saturday Night Music in the Park  Lakeside Pavilion

Come to the Lakeside Pavilion at Vogel State Park to enjoy a night of music every Saturday night from 7pm-9pm! This event is a great opportunity to spend time your friends and family while listening to local artists! The concert is free, but donations are appreciated. For more information, visit https://members.visitblairsvillega.com/events/details/saturday-night-music-in-the-park-06-11-2022-118707?calendarMonth=2022-06-01#eventcalendar. 

The Lakeside Pavilion is located at the Vogel State Park, 405 Vogel State Park Rd
Blairsville, GA.

Shop Late Thursdays Downtown Blairsville

Want to beat the crowds of Downtown Blairsville? Every first Thursday of the month, various businesses—marked by a red balloon—in downtown Blairsville will be open longer (5pm-8pm), giving you an opportunity to shop stress free! 

North Georgia Tri-State Amateur Radio Club Amateur Radio Licenses testing sessions

North Georgia Tri-State Amateur Radio Club, Inc. began offering testing sessions for Amateur Radio Licenses in Union County to individuals interested in running their own amateur radio station. And the good news is you can take the test right here in Blairsville at 9:00 AM the first Saturday of every month.

Once your license has been issued by the Federal Communications Commission, which takes just a few days with our new computerized testing process, you can use the Amateur Radio Frequencies to communicate around the world. 

The men and women who have passed the test ranged in age as young as 11 and into their 90’s! Interested to learn more? 

The North Georgia Tri-State Amateur Radio Club has all the tools, study guides and encouragement you need at https://www.w4ngt.com/licensing.  Log onto www.w4ngt.com to find out more information and start your new and exciting hobby today.

Ground Zero Ministry MonthlyCoffeehouse

Ground Zero Ministry would like to invite you to its once-a-month coffeehouse gathering from 7-9pm on the first Saturday of the month. They meet at United Community Bank's Roy Ash Community Room on East Jarrard Street in Cleveland.

Everything is free: entrance, coffee, snacks, live entertainment in this Christian coffeehouse environment. 

For more information, visit Ground Zero Outreach on their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groundzerocleveland

Fellowship of the Hills Satellite Worship Service at Blairsville Cinema

EVERY SUNDAY @ 10am, at the Blairsville Cinema, Fellowship of the Hills (FOTH) has a satellite Worship Service at the THEATER.  This will be a first for Union County as FOTH will simulcast its Sunday Worship Service on the “big screen” live from its main campus. It’s free and it’s come as you are. If you’ve been hesitant about going to a “church building”, well, why not be our guest at the Theater every Sunday at the Theater at 10am.  

For those with children, we would like to encourage you to bring the family to our main Worship Center located in the Mountain Village Plaza where we offer both Nursery and Children’s church ministries at that location.  

Come be our guest and let us share and show you the love of Jesus Christ.  FOTH is a place where you’ll hear the Truth of God’s Word.  See you soon!!

Mountain Regional Arts and Crafts Guild (MRACG) Monthly Meeting Calvary Alliance Church

Every second Tuesday of the month, the MRACG holds their monthly meeting from 4pm-6pm at Calvary Alliance Church. The Guild is a non-profit organization that supports the creation of various arts by the people of North Georgia. Come and bring your artwork to showcase; visitors are welcome. No admission fee is required; for more information about the Guild, visit https://www.mountainartscrafts.org/about#History. 

Calvary Alliance Church is located at 1390 Highway 76 E., Hiawassee, GA 30546.

Prayer for the Nation Disciples House

Come join Disciples House as they pray for our nation every first Saturday of the month from 8am-9am! Prayers will be made for all parts of our government, from our President to our local governments, and for our first-responders, and whoever else the Holy Spirit brings to mind. For more information, visit https://discipleshouseministries.org/calendar. 

Disciples House is located at 1787 W US Hwy 64 Ste 4 Murphy, NC 28906.

Brasstown Bald

Every second Friday of each month, the Appalachia Georgia Friends of Bears will be hosting an educational event at Brasstown Bald from 10am-4pm! Learn from the experts about black bears and how avoid nasty conflicts with them. For more information, visit https://members.visitblairsvillega.com/events/details/bear-days-119046?calendarMonth=2022-06-01#eventcalendar. 

Brasstown Bald is located at 2941 Hwy 180 Spur, Hiawassee, GA.

The Rock Church of Blairsville

The women of The Rock Church are holding a devotional group called “Women Made Beautiful” every Tuesday from 7am-8am. Come and be encouraged through fellowship with other women as you journey through the Word together.

The Rock Church of Blairsville is located at 620 Shoe Factory Rd.  

UNION COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY MONTHLY MEETING

The Republican Party of Union County is inviting you to their monthly meeting every third Saturday of the month at 10am at the View Restaurant! Get to know some of the candidates running for office, listen to keynote speakers, and more! Admission is free; for more information, visit https://members.visitblairsvillega.com/events/details/union-county-republican-party-monthly-meeting-02-19-2022-116550?calendarMonth=2022-02-01#eventcalendar. 

 The View Restaurant is located at Recreational Road, Blairsville, GA 30512. 

Confidential help for Veterans and families

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. The number 1-800-273-8255 (TALK). 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.

In July 2020, the FCC finalized an order to direct telecommunication carriers to implement 9-8-8 as the new toll-free nationwide telephone number for the hotline by July 16, 2022. Check with your carrier to see if they have implemented the service!

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