The Georgia Mountain Fair held in Hiawassee begins Wensday the 21st and runs to the end of the month. Over 40 thousand visitors are expected to take part in this years festivities celebrating 60 years of fun and tradition. The fairgrounds are located on the shore of Lake Chatuge and there is plenty of camping facilities and lodging facilities close by for those that want to make a complete vacation out of the many events to take in. Musical performances, carnival rides, local crafts and the flower show are just some of the featured programs. Take the whole family and enjoy a day on the lake. More information is available on their website GeorgiaMountainFairGrounds.com.

I have to admit I have got the fever on this World Cup series.  Even without the USA in the playoffs, the tournament has been exciting and I am cheering for the Netherlands to take all.  Germany and Spain look strong and the Vegas odds have Spain slightly favored.  The Netherlands play Uruguay today at 1:30 EST and Spain and Germany go at tomorrow 1:30 EST.  The finalist plays Sunday July 11th at 1:30 EST. 

Go Holland!

Maybe you've seen some of these carving for sale around North Georgia, now come and see how it's done right before your eyes at the Habersham Winery in Helen, GA July 16-18.

Artist from Georgia will be competing in a qualifying event for the CCSAW Championship to be held September 23-26 in Walker, MN.

More information can be found on the organizing artist Mal McEwen's website GeorgiaChainsawArtist.com.