big canoe: Exciting Events Coming to Big Canoe in September
- 08/26/16 03:46 PM
I like to showcase all the fun events happening inside the gates of the Big Canoe, Georgia Community each month. And this upcoming month of September has some very exciting events I am happy to share with you. My husband Al and I are looking forward to attending at least a few of them. Here they are:
Thursday, September 1st: Acoustic Jam for musicians, singers and audience members will take place at the Big Canoe Swim Club at 7:00 pm. Saturday, September 3rd The Terraces Concert series presents the Kurt Thomas Band at 7:30 pm. This will be the last … (1 comments)
big canoe: A New Consignment and Gift Shop Near Big Canoe
- 08/21/16 08:03 AM
The other day I was driving down the road and had some extra time. I happened to be in the area of Twist Fine Consignments and Gifts. I decided to stop in and check it out as I was curious about the type of consignment items they had. Turns out they do consignments on furniture only, most of it coming from people from Big Canoe. The rest of the store consists of wonderful giftware.
Close to Big Canoe
Last Winter, in both January and February, I wrote two different articles about stores offering mountain style furniture in the Big Canoe area. Some have … (5 comments)
big canoe: 6 Reasons Home Buyers Love the Community of Big Canoe, Georgia
- 08/12/16 03:05 PM
When I take clients to look at homes in my Big Canoe community, there are a number of characteristics about Big Canoe that really stand out for them and make them want to live here. These attractions go beyond the golf courses ( of which there are three) and the clubhouse ( which has a top notch restaurant) that many other gated communities have inside their gates. These are unusual and wonderful components to everyday life here in Big Canoe and time and time again home buyers mention what a special place Big Canoe is due to these amenities. I just … (0 comments)
big canoe: Exciting Events Coming to Big Canoe in August
- 07/29/16 02:01 PM
While most of the children in North Georgia are headed back to school next week, there are still plenty of activities coming up in Big Canoe for the month of August for children and adults alike. Here are the most exciting events coming up for residents to enjoy:
August Events in Big Canoe
Wednesday, August 3rd at 11:30 am at the Clubhouse there will be a birthday celebration for the "Girls of 46" which means those women about to celebrate their 70th birthday. The menu is soup, salad and dessert. Beatles music will be playing and there will be … (0 comments)
big canoe: The Beautiful Waterford Neighborhood of Big Canoe, GA
- 07/22/16 03:58 PM
Although I have written about a lot of different areas inside the gates of Big Canoe, I forgot to mention my very favorite neighborhood: The Waterford neighborhood. Waterford is closest to Big Canoe's North Gate, and also quite close to McDaniel's Meadows so if you enjoy hiking, this is a perfect place to live because it also has hiking trails within the neighborhood itself.
A Peaceful Place From the moment you turn into Waterford onto Waterford Way, it feels as though you are entering a peaceful place of natural beauty. Although all of Big Canoe can be described that way, this neighborhood … (0 comments)
big canoe: New Restaurant to Open Outside of Big Canoe's North Gate
- 07/08/16 02:53 PM
North Gate Station Across the street from Big Canoe's North Gate is a series of buildings that have been sitting vacant since for awhile. These buildings are part of the Shoppes at North Gate Station. Currently in the North Gate Station there are a few businesses, an ice cream parlor, and a furniture consignment shop.
A Few Good Restaurants The good news for Big Canoe, Georgia residents is that a new restaurant and bar will be opening in the near future. This will add another choice of places to dine in our area and this new turn of events has … (2 comments)
big canoe: Protecting the Bears of Big Canoe, Georgia
- 06/24/16 03:33 PM
Yes, you did read that right: there ARE bears in my community of Big Canoe. Living together with nature here in is one of the most special things about our community. We have animal sightings daily which usually include deer, wild turkeys, squirrels, plenty of birds, and yes a few black bear families.
Lately there have been a lot of bear family sightings in our community. Two male bears have been seen, and two different mama bears, one with two cubs and one with three. One of the major rules here is that we are not allowed to feed … (2 comments)
big canoe: A Variety of Summer Happenings in Big Canoe This Month
- 06/03/16 12:53 PM
It is June and in Big Canoe, Georgia that means the hot weather has already arrived. It's time to break out the bathing suits for swimming, appetites for eating delicious foods, life jackets for boating, and the chairs for outdoor concerts and movies.
Upcoming events in Big Canoe this month:
Wednesday, June 8th: The North Georgia Veterans Meeting and Luncheon will begin at 11:30 am and feature Mr. Tommy Clack, who is the Chairman of the Board of Walk of heroes Vietnam War Memorial. The meeting will be held in the Clubhouse. Wednesday June 8th through Friday June 10th: … (1 comments)
big canoe: We Had Three Exciting Memorial Events
- 05/28/16 12:15 PM
Memorial Day Weekend is always a special time in my community of Big Canoe, Georgia. Early summer weather is here and outside events are quite popular. We had three big events are happening:
1) Banks and Shane at the Terraces The Terraces is an area of Big Canoe owned by the Big Canoe Chapel. There are terraced areas in the shape of an amphitheater, and there is a variety of levels where people can sit in lawn chairs and be entertained by wonderful musicians during six different concerts over the course of the summer. Saturday night was the … (2 comments)
big canoe: Big Canoe Chapel Legacy of Caring Marketplace This Weekend
- 05/21/16 12:12 PM
The Big Canoe Chapel's Women's Guild Legacy of Caring Marketplace fund raiser took place this weekend. Unfortunately due to bad weather (rain) the car show could not take place. But the events that did take place attracted many attendees and there was fun for all. This event took place on Friday and Saturday and Saturday's weather was much better by about noon time.
What's it all About? The Legacy of Caring Event included a book sale, indoor rummage sale, 32 juried crafters, the Bear Paw Bakery, lunch and music provided by Big Canoe Chapel musicians. The music was piped outside of … (4 comments)
big canoe: Wildwood Christian Academy, a Great Alternative for Big Canoe Families
- 05/14/16 07:32 AM
Wildwood Christian Academy Approximately one mile outside the main gate of Big Canoe, Georgia lies a precious pearl of a school. Wildwood Christian Academy was founded by Big Canoe residents Larry and Pamela Ruff in 2003. It has grown from a small Christian private school that met in a small building, to a large campus in Marble Hill, Georgia consisting of: 15 acres library media center chapel dining hall technology center nature trail outdoor recreation fields 20,000 square feet of classroom space The school currently services 130 students and is based on Christian principles, traditional academics, and community … (1 comments)
big canoe: Upcoming Activities in Big Canoe in May, 2016
- 05/08/16 05:25 AM
The days are warm and beautiful here in Big Canoe at this time of year. We get gentle breezes and temperatures in the seventies to low eighties each day. Evenings cool off a bit but are the perfect temperature to sit on a back deck with a sweet iced tea or glass of wine and admire all the green that has sprung up throughout our community. Spring has truly arrived here and with it, some favorite annual activities of Big Canoe residents, including the following...
May Events Saturday, May 14th from 10 am till noon, "Hook a Kid on Fishing" … (2 comments)
big canoe: Big Canoe Proud to Have It's Own Nature Museum
- 04/15/16 01:59 PM
There are a lot of wonderful things about Big Canoe, Georgia. From the old moonshine still tucked in the woods but visible from one of the many walking trails, to the two gorgeous waterfalls, to an old cabin built in the nineteenth century and moved onto the Big Canoe property, one just never knows what surprises they may find inside the Big Canoe gates. Which may explain why I was so surprised to find a nature museum on the top floor of the Property Owners Association Building. This modern but natural looking building sits on the shore of Lake Sconti. The inside … (1 comments)
big canoe: Great Food and Crafts at The Destination in Marble Hill, Georgia
- 04/15/16 01:09 PM
History of The Destination Big Canoe residents are thrilled by the return of the arts, crafts and food vendor event close by on Steve Tate Road every Saturday morning. Five years ago, the Big Canoe Festival opened and provided a fun and interesting way for Big Canoe residents to spend a Saturday morning. Craft and food vendors came out to share their wares with anyone who dropped by each Saturday morning from April through the beginning of October. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Festival had to be shut down last year and instead was moved to a more visible area right on … (1 comments)
big canoe: Delicious BBQ in Jasper, Georgia
- 04/14/16 03:11 PM
Biguns Barbecue The South is famous for it's barbecue and we are fortunate enough in North Georgia to have a wonderful BBQ restaurant nearby. Approximately 25 minutes from my community of Big Canoe there is a delicious and unique BBQ restaurant that serves wonderful food. The restaurant is called Biguns Barbecue and is located right on the main route to the mountains from Atlanta Highway 515.
Biguns Barbecue sits up on a hill and is quite noticeable from the highway which is convenient for all travelers headed to the mountains further north. There is even a gas station next door.
Delicious BBQ Choices Upon entering the restaurant, … (5 comments)
big canoe: The Fainting Goat Vineyards and Winery in Jasper, Georgia
- 04/08/16 04:19 PM
On the side of Burnt Mountain in the town of Jasper, Georgia sits a new vineyard and recently opened winery. Named 'The Fainting Goat Vineyards and Winery," this new family owned business makes for a surprisingly fun and delicious adventure.
The Winery and Tasting Room The building itself sits high up on the mountain with a view that rivals views in Europe. The gorgeous mountain view is visible from the terrace outside of the tasting room, from inside the main tasting room, and also from a second floor balcony above the tasting … (5 comments)
big canoe: Easter Egg Hunt in Big Canoe
- 03/26/16 03:14 PM
Big Canoe Easter Egg Hunt The Easter Egg hunt in my community of Big Canoe, Georgia was a big hit with the kids. Always held on the Saturday of Easter weekend, the hunt is divided into three different age groups, each 30 minutes apart. Children were required to bring their own Easter baskets with them to hold their collected eggs. But this event is much more than just an Easter Egg Hunt.
The event this year included a firetruck for children to explore, a wooden Easter basket cut out that the kids could pose behind for pictures, face painting, and a visit from the Easter … (3 comments)
big canoe: Annual Big Canoe Artists Show
- 03/18/16 03:28 PM
Many Clubs in Big Canoe My community of Big Canoe, Georgia has many interesting clubs and groups for people to join and be able to connect with others who share the same hobbies. There is a hiking club, many book clubs, women's groups, men's groups, scrap booking club, photography club, knitting group, quilting club, travel club, and many more. But one of the best known clubs is the Artists Club.
The Big Canoe Artists Club
The Big Canoe Artists Club consists of approximately 35 members who meet once a month for field trips, critiques and demonstrations of some of the artists at work. The artists … (5 comments)
big canoe: Social Media Keeps Big Canoe Residents Connected
- 03/04/16 01:07 PM
Big Canoe Has a Facebook Page Does your community have a Facebook page? When I have lived in cities and towns in the past, they did not have a community Facebook page, except for a garage sale type page where people could post items they have for sale. But the community in which I live and sell homes, Big Canoe, Georgia has it's own Facebook page for residents only. And this Facebook page isn't to sell items. There's a separate Facebook page for that. This page is for people within the gates to connect, ask for referrals, share their lives and post … (1 comments)
big canoe: Big Canoe Activities in March 2016
- 02/27/16 10:40 AM
The temperatures here in the North Georgia mountains are currently ranging from 35 degrees in the evening to 58 degrees during the daytime. Although other parts of the country still have snow on the ground, the daffodils are already blooming here in Big Canoe. There is a plethora of activity going on in our community during the month of March and residents will have a hard time picking and choosing what they want to do.
Here's the list of Activities in Big Canoe for March:
March 3rd 7:00 pm: Acoustic Jam The monthly Acoustic Jam will take place at the Big Canoe Swim Club. People are welcome to come … (2 comments)
I like to showcase all the fun events happening inside the gates of the Big Canoe, Georgia Community each month. And this upcoming month of September has some very exciting events I am happy to share with you. My husband Al and I are looking forward to attending at least a few of them.
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