Fannin County Chamber of Commerce  eNewsletter
May 2018
News for Members
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Leading the way to economic vitality and quality of life in Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton and all of beautiful Fannin County, Georgia.
Two Great Business After Hours In May!
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Member News and Events

Don't Forget to Vote!
Early Voting has started. The primary election is May 22. 



Welcome to the Georgia Rural Development Council
The Georgia Rural Development Council will come to Blue Ridge to meet regarding Equitable Use & Compensation of Right of Way Usage for
Emerging Communications Technologies on May 15 & 16. The meetings will be at Bear Claw Vineyards from  12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. on May 15 and  8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on May 16.

Fannin Regional Hospital presents 
"Dinner with the Doctor" 
Dinner with the Doctor will feature Dr. Kevin Bunn, Orthopedic Surgeon. The dinner is this afternoon at Willow Creek Falls at 5:30. Learn more about the doctor and there will also be a question and answer opportunity. R eservations are required. Contact Susan Kiker at (706) 964-2730.


Fannin County Host to Georgia Outdoor Writers Association
We were pleased to have Fannin County chosen as the host community for the Georgia Outdoor Writers Association's Annual Conference. We had approximately 30 writers in the area for 4 days.  Thank you to all of our wonderful partners who worked with us and made this a successful event. They had a great time, experienced many of the wonderful things that our community has to offer and they are looking forward to a return visit. 
Thank You Golf Tournament Sponsors!

The Spring Golf Tournament is happening May 22 at Old Toccoa Farm. Good luck golfers and thank you to all those who sponsored this event!
Title Sponsor - ETC Communications
Lunch Sponsor - Mountain Valley Community Bank
Putting Contest Sponsor - Mountain Gateway Appraisal
Teams - Ace Hardware, Appalachian Insurance & Financial Services, Blue Ridge Pharmacy, Copper Basin Federal Credit Union, Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals, Keel Properties, Kevin Panter Insurance, Lifeforce, Mountain Valley Motors, NGYOA, North Georgia Sports Zone, Summit Inspections, Temple Baptist Church, Trane Rental Services, UNG, United Community Bank
Welcome New Members!


Allstar Photo Service
McCaysville, GA, 30555
(706) 455-0912
Jerry Daves
Allstar Photo Services specializes in special events, team sports, custom portraits and posters.
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Daffodil Hill Romantic Carriage House Suite
90 Fox Run
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(706) 851-4430
Barbara Noyes
Daffodil Hill Romantic Carriage House Suite is a custom built suite perfect for those wanting to spend their honeymoon in Blue Ridge, GA. Enjoy a heated Whirlpool Jacuzzi in bedroom with king size bed, a separate large bathroom/dressing room, marble heart sinks and a double shower in this 2,200 square foot custom designed suite for two. The large gourmet kitchen is equipped with all the essentials and guests will have a supply of farm fresh eggs, homemade bread, bacon and waffle mix. The bottom floor houses their beautiful horses and three replica 1800's carriages available for rides or learning to drive while enjoying your stay. Please call owners for rental availability.


Delivery Dudes
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(706) 760-6857
Louis Brian
Delivery Dudes is a full delivery company delivering food, groceries, etc. Whether you are in-town or out in a cabin Delivery Dudes will deliver to you! Riding the train? Delivery Dudes will have your picnic lunch waiting for you to enjoy when you arrive in McCaysville. Enjoy your lunch by the beautiful Toccoa River!
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Ed's Supply Company
63 Kyle Rd.
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Rodney Hayes
Ed's Supply Company offers HVAC/R wholesale.

Flying Trout Restaurant
171 Copperhead Pkwy.
Blairsville, GA, 30512
(706) 745-8000
Michelle Evans
Flying Trout Restaurant offers seasonal "soul satisfying" southern favorites featuring only the finest ingredients. Setting out to be the best food in the South, their culinary team rocks a menu of classics. Always fresh, always new, always comfort food with attitude made just for you. 
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Marketplace Ministries
Mineral Bluff, GA, 30559
(404)323-2074
Steve Brown
Marketplace Ministries is a non-profit faith based Georgia corporation formed to share Jesus with business leaders.


Southern Comfort Cabin Downtown Blue Ridge Rentals
240 West Main St.
Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
(706) 258-3737
CJ Stam
Southern Comfort Cabin Downtown Blue Ridge Rentals features vacation rentals and lodging options in downtown Blue Ridge, GA. Convenient to all the shopping, dining, galleries and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.
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The Martyn House
912 Flat Branch Rd.
Ellijay, GA, 30540
(706) 635-4759
https://themartynhouse.com/the-farm/
JoAnn Antonelli
The Martyn House Farm is a circa 1930's Homestead located in Gilmer County on 18 beautiful acres and is home to Glamping.Their unique lodging consists of 3 Luxury Sleeping Tents, The Studio, The Cottage and The Millhouse. Guests can embrace the peace and quiet of nature, while still enjoying all the comforts of home. The Martyn House offers seasonal Farm to Table dinners, Second Saturday Workshops, Retreats and is an Artist Residency.
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Ribbon Cuttings, Congratulations!
April 24 was the ribbon cutting for Viking Outdoor. Viking Outdoor proudly provides custom lighting, sound systems and water features for the mountain community. With over 20 years in the industry, the Viking can create the right system for you - call today! 404-952-3542
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April 25 was the ribbon cutting for High Country Pest Control. High Country Pest Control offers structural pest control; termite, carpenter bees, etc.
(706) 455-8672
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Chamber Member Anniversaries!


El Rio Mexican Restaurant



Aska Lodge B&B, LLC
Huck's General Store
Noontootla Creek Farms
Walhala Ridge Furnishings


Appalachian Beverage
Blue Ridge Fry Shop
Blue Ridge iClinic
Blue Ridge Medical Group - Dr. Clifford Thompson, F.A.C.S., Dr. Jonathan Bloch, F.A.C.S. and Dr. Nathan Kincaid General Surgery
Blue Ridge Medical Group - Dr. Emily Sue Burnham, Internal Medicine
Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides at Hells Hollow
Copper Basin Federal Credit Union
Eagles Rest
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Goodspeed Architects, Inc.
Grumpy Old Men Brewing, LLC
King Heating & Air
MotoXAdventures
Papa's Pizza To Go
Ray Gaines
Real Estate Around the Mountains
The Farnham Law Firm
May Community Events Calendar

April 27 - May 5  - The Art of Larry Smith, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
May 4 - Veterans Fishing Rodeo, Chattahoochee Fish Hatchery
May 4 - Stand-Up Comedy with the Geico Caveman John Lehr, Grumpy Old Men Brewing
May 5 - Meet the cast of the TV show "Quick Draw", Firefly Music Private Cabin
May 5 - Awake the Grapes, Serenberry Vineyards
May 5- Kentucky Derby Party,  Blue Ridge Lake Front Address
May 5 - Fred Johnson Jazz Musician, Blue Ridge Community Theater
May 10 -    SAAG Spring Art Show, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
May 12 - Georgia Mountain Classic Car Show, Downtown Blue Ridge
May 12 - Master Gardeners Plant Sale, United Community Bank Pavilion
May 17 - June 3 - Murder Room - Comedy, Blue Ridge Community Theater
May 17 - Jane the Move, The Swan Drive-In
May 18 - Endangered Species Scavenger Hunt, Downtown Blue Ridge
May 19-20 - Discovery Days, Project Chimps
May 26-27 - 43rd Annual Spring Arts in the Park, Downtown Blue Ridge
May 26 - All Star Monster Trucks, Blue Ridge Motorsports Park

Recurring Events
Tuesday
* Trivia Tuesdays, Fightingtown Tavern
Wednesday
*Visitor Time, 10:00 a.m. - Noon, Tri-State Model Railroaders, Mineral Bluff Historic Depot
Thursday
 
* Bingo, Kiwanis Fairgrounds
* Trivia Night! Fannin Brewing Company
* Brewery Tours & Tastings
Thursday through Saturday's at  Fannin Brewing Company and Grumpy Old Men.

* Swan Drive-in - Now Playing
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In This Issue
Business After Hours
Candidate Forum
Member News & Events
Golf Tournament Sponsors
Welcome New Members!
Ribbon Cuttings
Chamber Member Anniversaries
Community Events Calendar
Chamber Calendar of Events
 
May 1 - Ribbon Cutting for Blue Ridge Bird Seed Co., 611 East Main St., Blue Ridge
11:00 a.m.

May 2 - Lunch N Leads, Blue Jeans Pizza and Pasta Factory
12:00 p.m.

May 3 - Candidate Forum, Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 East 1st St., Blue Ridge
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

May 3 - Leadership Fannin, Economic Development, Fannin County Chamber
9:00 a.m.

May 4 - Ribbon Cutting for Blue Ridge Motorsports Park, 2252 Sugar Creek Rd., Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m.

May 4 - Ribbon Cutting for Blue Ridge Adventure Gear, 342 East Main St., Blue Ridge
4:00 p.m.

May 11 - Leadership Fannin, Tourism, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
9:00 a.m.

May 15 - Business After Hours, Fannin Regional Hospital at Riverstone Medical Campus, 101 Riverstone Vista, Blue Ridge
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

May 16 - Ribbon Cutting for Vacasa, 21 High Park Dr., Ste. 7, Blue Ridge
11:30 a.m.

May 16 - Golf Committee Meeting at the Chamber
12:00 p.m.

May 17 - Leadership Fannin Graduation

May 18 - Ribbon Cutting for State Farm Insurance/Charles Edmondson, 154 Orvin Lance Connector, Blue Ridge
2:00 p.m.

May 22 - 2nd Annual Spring Golf Tournament at Old Toccoa Farm
596 Curtis Switch Rd., Mineral Bluff
9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Tee Off

May 23 - Ribbon Cutting for Downtown Accommodations by Mountain Top Cabin Rentals, 224 West Main St., Blue Ridge
10:00 a.m.

May 23 - Board of Directors Meeting, Chamber Board Room, Executive Committee at 11:00 a.m, Board of Directors
12:00 p.m.

May 24 - Ambassador Lunch at Masseria, 67 Roberts Way, Blue Ridge
12:00 p.m.

May 29 - Business After Hours, Tri-State Model Railroad, 150 Railroad Ave., Mineral Bluff
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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Member Renewals

Allen Construction

Appalachian Beverage

Appalachian Insurance & Financial Services

Aska Lodge B&B, LLC

Assist Homecare Services

Automated Creations, Inc.

B.R. Fitness

Best Western Mountain View Inn

Blue Ridge Adventure Wear

Blue Ridge Bird Seed Company

Blue Ridge Fry Shop

Blue Ridge Heights, LLC

Blue Ridge Lodging Association

Blue Ridge Medical Group - Dr. Dillon Miller, Family Practice

Blue Ridge Medical Group - Dr. Emily Sue Burnham, Internal Medicine

Blue Ridge Mountain Canopy Adventure at Hells Hollow

Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides at Hells Hollow

Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company

Boat Dock Bar and Grill at Lake Blue Ridge Marina

Broken Bull

Brookstone Apartments

Chick-fil-A

Complete Home Services

Coosa Creek Marketing Products

Cucina Rustica

Duplicating Products, Inc.

Eagles Perch Lodge

Eagles Rest

Edwin C. Pound, III, MD, PC

El Rio Mexican Restaurant

Faith Presbyterian Church, USA

Fannin County Board of Education

Gene Rutkowski, Mountain Place Realty

Georgia Mountains Hospice

Grandaddy Mimm's Distillery

Green Leaf Lawn & Ornamental, LLC

Grumpy Old Men Brewing

Harry Norman, REALTORS

Heartwood Health, Art and Yoga

Hometown Foods IGA

Huck's General Store

Humane Society of Blue Ridge

Iron Bridge General Store & Cafe

Jan Kantor

Janken Daniels - BHGRE Metro Brokers

John M. Hicks

John Soave Custom Home Builders

King Heating & Air

Lisa Affordable Websites

Maureen Roeland

MotoXAdventures

Mountain Education Charter High School

Mountain Emergency Animal Center (MEAC)

Mountain Gateway Appraisal

Noontootla Creek Farms

North Georgia Cabins & Land, LLC

North Georgia Spas

Ocoee Adventure Center

Old Toccoa Farm

Papa's Pizza To Go

Pedego Electric Bikes

Perfect Word Data Services

Persimmon Creek Campground,Trout Pond & Gem Mine

Roper's Heating and Air Service

Satterwhite Log Homes

Scott Nichols, Coldwell Banker High Country Realty

Stonehenge Senior Living

TANK TOWN USA

Teatrees Boutique Spa

Terry L. Wilson, LLC

The Cleaning Booth

The Diamond Center

The Last Stop Grill

The Toccoa Lodge

TRC Hauling & Paving, Inc.

Van Zandt's Riverwalk Grill & Grocery

Vista Scapes

Wilderness Creek Falls & Ridge Brook of Blue Ridge

Willow Creek Falls and Vineyard
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The mission of the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce is to provide services to members, support existing business and promote economic development and tourism, while preserving and enhancing our community's character, natural resources and quality of life.



Fannin County Chamber of Commerce
152 Orvin Lance Drive, Blue Ridge GA 30513
706-632-5680