By Susan Starling
The Wildflower Bunch Plant Sale will be held Friday, April 30th 10 a.m. -4 p.m. and Saturday, May 1, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Wildcat Pavilion. There will be a variety of trees, plants, flowers and container gardens available from Green Trade of Georgia and Whispering Springs Nursery. Also, garden benches from Ted Schaefer’s Amicalola Woodworks.
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By Donna Dibiaso
The Wellness Collaborative is eager to help residents of Big Canoe in their time of need. We have a tremendous number of volunteers who are ready to provide assistance when called upon. Listed below are some of the services we are able to provide:
Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information or to schedule a service. Our team of volunteers at BC Info will put you in touch with the proper volunteer team to assist you.
To learn more or request a service, visit the Wellness Collaborative web page at bcwell.org, or contact our Info Coordinator, Tracy Critchett, at tracy.critchett@gmail.com or (678) 462-1324.
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By Alice Eachus Photo by Christopher Peterson
Even with miles of trails winding around Big Canoe, it’s sometimes an adventure to go out of bounds to explore new territory.
The Peterson family, Carl, Dianna and son Christopher recently ventured out to explore Dawson Forest that connects to Big Canoe. There’s a lot of fun to be had when new places are discovered, especially when a husband chases his wife up a tree!
Before the heat of summer stifles even the most dedicated hiker, why not wander our trails and those around us to enjoy the splendor Mother Nature provides?
By the way, does this playful scene remind you of a photo sign in a popular Netflix show?
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By Alice Eachus
North Georgia Vets are back at the Clubhouse! After a year of extreme social distancing, NGV will enjoy each other’s company across the lunch table, with social distancing observed of course, at a membership meeting on April 21 at 11:30 am.
Beef Stroganoff will welcome all to the table with a $20 tag, including tax and gratuity. If paying by cash, please have the exact amount in your pocket.
The speaker, Rona Simmons, is an author of historical fiction and non-fiction and will speak on
“The Men Who Did Not Complete Their Bombing Missions.”
All veterans holding an honorable discharge are invited to join the group. For membership and additional information, visit https://www.ngvets.org/.
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Photo and information submitted by Mimi Zentgraf
For most of Big Canoe’s year long hiatus, the Knit Togethers have been clicking and clacking their needles to pass the time away.
Some meet in person upstairs at the Beach Club (aka, Swim Club) every Wednesday from 2 – 4 pm. Masks and social distancing are observed. Others join in via a Zoom connection.
Along with fashioning yarn into personal items like afghans, sweaters, shawls and more, the knitters also make baby hats and blankets for local hospitals.
Nimble fingers created more than 300 ear savers for Northside Hospital to make mask wearing more comfortable for the medical staff.
If you’re a knitter or want to learn, contact Mimi Zentgraf at mimizentgraf@gmail.com. She’ll spin you a yarn and welcome you to the club.
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Information submitted by Teri Sawyer
That big chunky bunny made an egg-citing stop in Big Canoe the day before he laid colorful eggs all over the world.
The furry guy with pink shaded ears gave out almost 300 bags or boxes of candy along with more than 300 pretty spring flowers.
The Big Canoe Fire Department lined the road to distribute fire safety information and crown the kids with hats to celebrate.
Northside Hospital tossed out an adorable assortment of candy packets from Oh, Sugar! How sweet it is!
Kids and their keepers enjoyed the picture perfect day with Kevin Tillery playing a hip hop collection of tunes to keep the bunny hopping. Photo ops were plentiful as kids posed with the big white fur ball who was most accommodating and listened carefully to Easter wishes.
A big thank you to the resident volunteers, Program & Events Committee and the gaggle of teens who volunteered to make this a memorable day for our kids and grandkids.
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Information submitted by Sherry Evans
Who has a dog named Thunder, maybe Storm or perhaps Raindrop?
Those pup names would be a telling reason the Big Canoe Dog Park Social Club is changing its long awaited Yappy Hour to Sunday, April 11 at 4:30 pm at Wildcat Pavilion.
This is a day for dog lovers to get together to share their funny canine capers, training hints and mishaps and just to yap together. Pups, even on a leash, aren’t invited to this soiree. It’s people only, but feel free to bring your pup photos for bragging rights.
Pet parents are invited to tote snacks and drinks of their choice, although some goodies will be provided along with the soon to be infamous Pawrita. Bet you never enjoyed sipping one of those puppies!
If you can make it, shoot Sherry Evans an email at srevans284@gmail.com so Sherry and her doggone great committee know just how much they should load in their shopping carts.
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Information submitted by Andrea Fulton
No GPS needed! The Big Canoe Arts and Crafts Crawl is making it easier for folks to enjoy the work of our community artisans. The date set for their feast for the senses is Saturday, April 17 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.
The Crawl was set to travel driveway to driveway where dozens of talented folks would set up shop to showcase and sell their wares. But the management of North Gate Station kindly offered the south side of their parking lot for vendors settled in colorful stalls to welcome the community to enjoy touches of whimsy, fine art, plants galore and pottery turned by nimble fingers. There’s a whole lot more to enjoy too.
Not only that, but Sourwood restaurant is offering a delightful and delicious picnic style menu from 12 noon until 2 pm.
What more could we ask for? Well, maybe a smile from Mother Nature to fill sunny blue skies.
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Information by Pat and Steve Papke Photos by Pat Papke
It’s almost time to load up bags and trunks with wonderful treasures from the Chapel Women’s Guild Books and More sale. Proceeds from the sale benefit charities in Dawson and Pickens counties.
Books and More will take over the Chapel Broyles Center April 8-10 from 9 am until 3 pm.
Don’t worry about raindrops falling on your head. There will be a load of umbrellas to keep you covered. After shopping, volunteers will walk you to your car under bumbershoots. They might even carry a package or two to lighten your load.
The sale is so big it boasts three days of buying excitement. Prices are exceptional and tables, chairs and racks are loaded with great buys. There are even pieces of fine furniture for sale!
With the ambiance of a cozy bookstore coffee shop, Books and More is a fun place to relax and chat with friends and neighbors, many of whom you might not have enjoyed for awhile.
The aroma of Jax Coffee will entice you to savor a cuppa brew and a sweet treat as its partner. Speaking of sweet treats, the Guild Bake Sale is back! Yes, you can carry home a delicious array of goodies Big Canoe’s best bakers are taking out of the oven.
Don’t miss this first fundraiser to happen after our COVID-19 lock down. Isn’t it wonderful to be out and about once again?
Grab your pocketbooks and wallets, folks, this just might be the sale of your lifetime. Don’t miss it!
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Join the 9-Hole group and share in the fun of a fantastic
Opening Day SHAMBLE !!!
Entry fee = $20
Grab & Go Breakfast + Cart Tip + Prizes
[Each player also pays their own standard golfing fees, i.e., cart fee and greens fee (where applicable]
REGISTRATION DEADLINE – Friday, April 9th at 5:00 p.m.
BC 9s 2021 Opening Day
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Monday, April 12th
Check In & Grab Breakfast – 8:30 to 9:00
Introductions on Duffers Patio – 9:00 to 9:15
Shotgun Start – 9:30
Prizes & Refreshments – After play
Email: Carolyn.witt.cw@gmail.com or Text: 706-597-6025 or Contact: Pro Shop
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