Category: Shopping

Lavender Festival Coming Up Fast!

By David Zunker on May. 30, 2018

This will be the fourth year for the Red Oak Lavender Farm's festival -- which takes place on Saturday, June 9 -- and after last year's surprisingly robust crowds, owner Tina Misko and her husband…

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Bear on the Square kicks off in two weeks!

By David Zunker on Apr. 06, 2018

Beloved by all, Bear on the Square celebrates its 22nd year with a Friday night shindig that sets the stage for two full days of traditional music, art, storytelling and folkways of the Appalachian…

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Nickel Coffee ... WHA??!!

By David Zunker on Apr. 04, 2018

When Dahlonega's General Store, located on the Historic Public Square in downtown Dahlonega, opened in 1987, coffee was a nickel. As a convenience, proprietor John Stone chose "the honor system" as…

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Downtown Dahlonega is straight out of a Hallmark movie … literally!

By David Zunker on Dec. 08, 2017

Downtown Dahlonega is straight out of a Hallmark movie … literally…

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Dahlonega Continues to Top Several Lists

By Brianna Lawson on Jan. 18, 2017

Here are several lists we’re certainly proud to be included on in the last few months: Georgia makes National Geographic Traveler Magazine’s 21 “Best of the World:” Georgia was recently selected as…

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Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas: Shop Local in Dahlonega!

By Brianna Lawson on Dec. 15, 2016

Create your very own gift at: Canvas & Cork – Give the gift of creativity and fine wine from Canvas & Cork! Canvas & Cork is an eclectic space filled with original art and local wines. Everything…

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The Dahlonega General Store Has a Warming Feel of Simpler Times

By UNG English Department on Dec. 02, 2016

The utilitarian purpose of Dahlonega’s old General Store has been preserved, and customers can imagine townsfolk conversing about their provisions for a long day of mining. Life before highways…

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Dahlonega: The Perfect Place to Spend Thanksgiving

By Brianna Lawson on Nov. 21, 2016

Are you seeking the perfect place to feast on your favorite Thanksgiving dishes without the hassle of cooking them yourself? Forrest Hills Mountain Resort will be serving all of the traditional…

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Shop the Visitors Center – Till You Drop

By David Zunker on Dec. 18, 2015

Since Dahlonega is a destination for many who love escaping the city to head to the mountains, you will find a lot of retail items that reflect that inclination. For example: • With the southern…

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