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Swimming Sea Turtle Canvas
2019-04-02 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Outside the Lines! Art Studio, 31 Jack Heard Rd Suite 100, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
We are “turtley” in love with this canvas!!!

This is FUN art, not FINE art!
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!!!

Art for Everyone!!
We guide you step-by-step & stroke-by-stroke!
NO drawing or writing skills needed!

Bond with your bestie, come with a group or come on your own and meet some new friends!!!

Ages 8+
ALL painters MUST be registered.
https://placefull.com/swimming-sea-turtle-7

This a drop off event. LIMITED availability.

CANVAS SIZE: 12″ x 12″
TIME TO PAINT: approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

Tiny Tot Tuesday (Sold Out)
2019-04-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Outside the Lines! Art Studio, 31 Jack Heard Rd Suite 100, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
🐰Tiny Tot Story Time🎨 –
Every Tuesday at 11 a.m. we read a story to your tiny tot & they paint one of our Tiny Tots!

🐰Sign-up & save – Only $10 with online @ https://placefull.com/tiny-tot-tuesday–storytime
OR
🐰Drop-in – $12-$15 depending on the piece your tot chooses!

Bubbles & Brushes, Plates & Paint
2019-04-01 14:00 - 15:30 | Outside the Lines! Art Studio, 31 Jack Heard Rd Suite 100, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
What could be more fun & more “Outside the Lines” than painting with BUBBLES?!? BUBBLES – Paint with bubbles!!!! BRUSHES – Add the finishing touches with brushes PLATES – Create your personal plate PAINT- Learn this fun painting technique.

(Online registration for this event has ended, call the studio for more information.)

Junior Tennis Clinics
2019-01-05 12:00 - 14:00, 2018-12-22 12:00 - 14:00, 2018-12-15 12:00 - 14:00, 2018-12-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Big Canoe Fitness Center
Saturday afternoons throughout the school year
The Racquet Club
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (ages 4-6)
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (ages 10-15)
The Saturday clinics will focus on the fundamentals of tennis strokes and play while in a fun and positive environment. We look forward to ensuring that kids enjoy tennis throughout the school year. The cost is $90 per person for six weeks, or you can register for a single session. Call the Racquet Club at (706) 268-3367 with questions or to sign up.

Youth Committee Formation Meeting & Indoor Youth Activity Center Update
2018-12-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Big Canoe Swim Club, Big Canoe, GA, 30143, United States
UPDATE & NOTICE OF MEETING
At 11am on Tuesday Dec. 11, a group of almost a dozen parents met with Big Canoe Senior Staff Jill Philmon (GM) and Jason Brownell (Director of Operations). The meeting was instructed by Jay Goldman (incoming Board President) after he and I had a discussion about investigating the possibility of using the lower level of the old Country Store as the interim location of an Indoor Youth Activity Center.
The meeting went great. Jill was very open and gracious – eager to listen and discuss frankly the possibilities and potential path forward. Jason is one of the unsung heroes of the community – the guy that oversees almost everything. He and I were able to clearly discuss the structural and remodel issues that might be involved. We all were able to agree upon a general path forward, and the basic remodeling issues that were potentially involved. We went into this on our side wanting to keep the costs down to an absolute minimum. Our goal is to get an indoor place, and remove as many financial objections as possible. We all determined that the space is very usable with minor adjustments. Jason is doing some research and cost estimating on the POA side of the equation.
On our side, the parent/community side, we have some homework assignments also…. which leads me to CALL A MEETING of any and all interested parties (defined as community members with permanent resident children/grandchildren, or children/grandchildren that visit frequently, and that would like to be involved in the planning process.)
I have reserved the Swim Club Lodge for the following times:
Saturday Dec 15:: 10am – 12:30pm < Primary Meeting* Tuesday Dec 18:: 5:30pm – 9pm < if needed we have this time available* this second one is tentative, IF NEEDED, and might double as a game night or play date for any children coming with parents. Will update on this after the 1st meeting.
THE GOAL of this meeting(s) is twofold:

We will be presenting an initial overview of our tour of the space, including handouts of rough blueprints, sample layouts of how we would use the space, initial ideas for how the space will be utilized for the various ages groups..
We will discuss the formation of a Young Family Committee to oversee this Project, and which will undertake “Operational Oversight” over the Indoor Youth Center once it is established. This eventual Committee will need to establish rules, adult supervision guidelines and/or schedules, be the incubation point for new use ideas, develop youth programs and schedules, interact with the Board/GM, etc. It is important to note that putting a Committee together is a MANDATORY part of the plan. One of the biggest obstacles over the years was this belief by the POA that this needed full-time “Paid” staff for the location. We’ve come up with a workaround, but that is going to involve a parent committee to oversee and semi-govern this new space and all program associated activities. Also, this is NOT a done deal. I get the very strong impression that this is doable, and will be supported by the GM and Board, but we need to show follow-through in standing up a Committee. We need to show Support In Numbers.

I’m already working with a small core group of parents that has been guiding this from the beginning, and it is ideas that have sprung from these preliminary meetings that we will present as a foundation from which we can begin to build.
I think it is an exciting time for Young Families here…. we’ve got some momentum, and after 26 years of false starts and false promises, we have an opportunity to get an Indoor Space in the community that is dedicated to kids. Let’s not squander this opportunity. I really encourage everyone to make this meeting on Saturday Morning! 10am @ Swim Club.

Below are some photographs and notes to get everyone partially up to speed on the proposed Indoor Youth Activity Center.
We are looking at the old Country Store from the Lower parking lot. This is the building that is between the Chimey’s and the new Firestation.
Nice covered front porch
As you walk inside – this would be the large area to right of door. Jason & Jill both indicated that they saw no problem with brightening up the space with a fresh coat of lighter paint on walls and ceiling.
Looking down the length of the Front Room. Those stairs will be removed. This is already planned anyway as the stairs are on-functional and lead nowhere. So there is no cost associated specifically to this project in regards to their removal.
This is a view of the old “Coolers” in the country store. It is a 20′ x 12′ approximate space. The Spa Diagrams showed it as 28′ long, so we are not sure if there is an empty space beyond that wall. Again, these panels will have to be removed regardless of the eventual use of this building, so no specific cost associated to this part of the project either. Below is another view of the other end. We would use this space as a shared Classroom & Arts and Crafts Room.
Other end of proposed classroom.
Rear Hallway. This is the view as you 1st enter.
View from far end of hall – looking back towards entry door.
Rough Outline of the Space and some layout ideas above. One of the goals of a youth committee will be to more clearly formalize the layout and use cases.
See you Saturday Morning!
Peace,– david

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Youth Christmas Party
2018-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Big Canoe Chapel, 226 Wolfscratch Village Circle, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States

Breakfast with Santa
2018-12-09 10:00 - 14:00 | GA
Breakfast with Santa
After visiting Santa at the Big Canoe Holiday Celebration, enjoy brunch with the jolly man! Chef will put together his fabulous buffet; $21.95* for adults, $9.95* for children ages five to twelve years, and free for children under four. Reservations required. *plus tax and gratuity, beverage not included

Canoe Cubs Coat Drive
2018-11-26 08:00 - 2018-12-07 17:00 | GA
The Big Canoe POA and the Canoe Cubs are working with One Warm Coat to collect clean, gently used warm coats. Adult and children coats are greatly appreciated.
Donation bins are located at the Big Canoe Wellness Center, Canoe Lodge or the Big Canoe Chapel.

Big Canoe's Holiday Celebration
2018-11-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Playfield Park
Big Canoe’s Holiday Celebration
featuring Big Canoe’s Public Safety Lighted Firetruck Parade
Events start at 5:30 p.m.
Parade begins at 6:00 p.m.
Playfield Park
Come out for visits with Santa, hot beverages, holiday music, crafts and of course, a lighted fire engine parade! For more information, contact Big Canoe POA at (706) 268-3346

Big Canoe Artists and Crafters Holiday Marketplace
2018-11-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Big Canoe Swim Club, Big Canoe, GA, 30143, United States
Big Canoe Artists and Crafters invite you to the first Holiday Marketplace! Come shop locally for the holidays. Unique handcrafted gifts, holiday decor, crafts, works of art and food gifts.

Fall Festival @ Big Canoe Chapel
2018-11-11 12:30 - 15:30 | Big Canoe Chapel, 226 Wolfscratch Village Circle, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
Fall is not over yet! Join us for Big Canoe Chapel’s Fall Festival, November 11 from 12:30 to 3:30! This year, we are bigger than ever with food, bounce houses, games, and more! You do not want to miss the fun! Everyone is welcome!

Teen Halloween Party @ Dawsonville Library
2018-10-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Come join us for music, a costume contest, more candy than you can eat, and dinner!

Art Explorers @ D'ville Library
2018-10-29 16:00 - 17:00 | GA
Every month we will learn about a different artist or movement and then complete a project inspired by what we learned, For children ages 8-18.
It is my understanding that this month will be Matisse.

High School Sunday School
2018-10-28 18:30, 2018-10-21 18:30 | GA
This event is held at Lindsey Wesseling’s house and typically includes a dinner (subway, pizza, hamburgers, etc), a short Bible study, and fellowship among the High School students. This is a laid-back, no pressure event. Fellowship normally starts around 6:30pm and lasts until around 8pm, but the ending time can vary.

Children & Youth Sunday School
2018-10-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2018-10-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Big Canoe Chapel, 226 Wolfscratch Village Circle, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
Children’s Sunday School

The nursery and children’s classes (K-5th grade) are located downstairs in the Chapel. As you walk in the Chapel front door, the stairs are on the right.

The Chapel Kids will enjoy The Greatest Journey this Fall. During this discipleship program the children will be invited to know Jesus, be His friend, and follow Him. Helping the students along their journey will be a new friend named Sam, the mascot of Operation Christmas Child. The Chapel Kids will learn first hand about giving to those in need and sharing the Good News about Jesus.

Youth Sunday School

Youth Sunday School is typically geared for Middle School and early High School.
It is held at the chapel on the bottom level of the Broyles Center in our Teen Room. Go to the lower floor of the Broyles Center. At the end of the hall past the library and bathrooms, go down the stairs to access the Teen Room.

BC Trunk or Treat
2018-10-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Big Canoe Wildcat Recreational Center, 163 Wildcat Pkwy, Big Canoe, GA, 30143, United States
Costume Contests for Kids, Dogs, Adults, Cars and Group Ensemble; Haunted Hayride, Photo Booth, and Carnival Games at the Wildcat Recreation Parking lot (next to the playground).
Plus, grab a bag full of candy!
For more information, contact Big Canoe POA at (706) 268-3346.

Halloween Spooktacular
2018-10-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Pickens County Library, 100 Library Lane, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
Come one, come all, to experience a Spooktacular like no other! Hosted by the teens of the Pickens Library TAB, this event is sure to thrill! Games, activities, a costume contest, and more will await you… All ages are welcome, and no registration will be required!

Dawsonville Moonshine Festival
2018-10-27 08:00 - 2018-10-28 17:00 | GA
The annual Kare for Kids, Moonshine Festival will be held in Dawsonville, GA on Saturday, October 27, 2018 and Sunday, October 28, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. There will be Car Shows, Cruise-Ins, Swap Meets, Arts & Crafts, Music and Food. Fun for all ages.

Book Babies @ Dawsonville Library
2018-10-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
It’s never too early to chew on a good book! Join us for a baby storytime including songs, action rhymes, and stories. Structured activity for 15 minutes with playtime after. Ages: Birth-23 months.

Jr. Tennis
2018-10-24 16:00 - 17:00 | GA
With another summer full of camps in the books, Big Canoe Racquet Club wants to continue training with Big Canoe kids this fall. The clinics will work on the fundamentals of tennis strokes and play while in a fun and positive environment. Beginning this fall, the clinic times will be as follows:
Wednesdays – 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (4-6 years old)
Wednesdays – 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (11 – 15 years old)
**In case of rain, call ahead of time, as it is sometimes canceled, rescheduled, or moved indoors.

Building Blocks Storytime @ Dawsonville Library
2018-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
The children’s librarian, Ms. Leah, may lead the children in songs/finger plays, read a book (or 2), then a craft. During craft time the children are often offered apple juice and animal crackers.
Best geared for those 2-5 but many younger siblings tag along.

Halloween Party - BC Chapel Activity
2018-10-24 | GA
Big Canoe Chapel Youth Ministry will be hosting a Halloween Party.
More details to come or contact Lindsey Wesseling.

Hocus Pocus Movie Night @ D'ville Library
2018-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Come join us for an evening of spooky fun for all ages at our showing of the Disney film Hocus Pocus (PG)!
Popcorn and beverages will be provided, so bring a friend and a comfy blanket and enjoy the show.

Little Hands Art Class @ Dawsonville Library
2018-10-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA, 30534, United States
Join us for a quick story and a toddler friendly art project. Warning: we may give your toddler paint. Dress accordingly. Best geared for 18months-4 years.

Ellijay Apple Festival
2018-10-21 09:00 - 17:00 | GA
The Georgia Apple Festival brings two exciting weekends (Oct 13-14 & 20-21, 2018) to Ellijay, Georgia every year with hundreds of vendors offering food, art, crafts, and more. There are over 300 vendors with handmade, hand-crafted items, as well as many on-site demonstrations of how selected types of crafts are made. This year promises many new crafts as well as favorites from past festivals. There is a parade and antique car show each year. The antique car show is held at the Civic Center on October 13th. The parade is on October 20th and begins at 10 AM in historic downtown Ellijay.
Adult – $5.00
Children under 10 are FREE
Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds
1729 South Main Street
Ellijay, Georgia 30540
