History & Graveyard In Traditions of Braselton By Jerry Hohman and Jim Barbieri GET OUT AND GET ACTIVE…The De La Perriere family cemetery known as Plot 11 off of Rt 124 GMD 248, according to a book “Jackson County Georgia Cemetery Records”, It lists the following as being buried in
By Nikki Perry Small towns are the heart and soul of the South, and there is no better way to explore the town of Braselton than by a trolley. The Braselton Trolley picks up guests at Chateau Elan Winery every Friday and Saturday and is available for group tour rentals all week long. Riders can [&he
By Denise Horton and Mary Renfroe We strive to offer fresh, locally sourced, made from scratch Meals with an ever-evolving menu. The fast-casual restaurant, feast26, with locations on historic Jackson Street in downtown Winder and another in Buford, near the Mall of Georgia, is the place you go whe
Carol Osborne I am so excited to announce a Tai Chi Class coming this Fall to Jefferson, Georgia. Currently, I am securing a location and gathering preferred days/times of the week from all who are interested in attending the class. I will keep you updated as interest continues to grow! Keep r
Three Ways to Make the Most of Your Home Improvements After a year when many of us spent a lot of time at home, it’s only natural that we noticed where certain interior and exterior spaces could benefit from a little home improvement. From a fresh coat of paint to the incorporation of aluminum fen
Bolton’s Ongoing Home Solutions By Bolton Heating, Air, and Fireplaces Bolton’s commitment to finding energy solutions and ensuring people’s homes are the best that they can be has held strong for the past 35 years. Since 1983, Bolton has been delivering reliable heating and air conditioni
People with Hair-Loss Prevention that Goes Beyond the Skin and Body By Jackie Yates The health of our hair and scalp is often overlooked until symptoms like flaking, itching, excessive hair shedding or hair loss show up. Eating healthy, exercising and decreasing stress are all steps many of us take
Gwinnett Showroom to Remain a Fixture in the Community Georgia Lighting is the new lighting showroom that almost wasn’t. Tens of thousands of commuters see a beautiful lighting showroom on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard every day. With an expansive front window filled with hundreds of glistening
By Tami O’Connor and Shannon Marciano Purchasing a house is one of your greatest investments. In order to maximize your return, it is imperative that you ensure this asset by maintaining upkeep and highly coveted trends. The Design House @ MAC cultivates a comprehensive team of local experts f
Protecting What Matters Most By Sam McGaughey Not only is Sam McGaughey your Traditions of Braselton neighbor, but he has faithfully served as a personal and commercial lines insurance agent for 14 years. He has made his life’s mission to make the community stronger by helping his neighbors reach
By Melissa Mayntz, Birding/Wild Bird Expert at About.com Many birders were first introduced to the joys of avian wildlife by feeding ducks bread at a local park or pond. While we may have grown up thinking this was an environmentally responsible and humane way to dispose of old or stale bread, feedi
Discovery Center Contribution They say every cloud has a silver lining… While the pandemic had an undeniably devastating impact on the lives and livelihoods of countless people worldwide, as the fog lifts and hope returns, the one sector that could represent that proverbial silver lining is the ho
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Downtown Athens Hotel Indigo athensis in a pitchperfect downtown location convenient to restaurants, clubs and the University of Georgia, this Downtown University Area hotel is truly an inspiring alternative to your typical stay. Our thriving downtown neighborhood resonates with local color and soun
Vacation cottage at Golden Isles – Brunswick, GA 800 Egmont streeet is a coastal treasure that is located on the southern part of Georgia’s scenic coastline. Here you will find historic landmarks around every bend and ideal weather for beach combing, golfing, boating, fishing, shopping, or e
Château Élan winery and resorthas something for everyone. For the wine lovers, the winery is home to one of the best wine tastings on the east coast. For the sports enthusiast, 45 holes of golf just beckons to be played. For the spa lover, it is unlike any other experience, as the spa is immersive
Outdoor adventures with a side of history abound in the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains Head to a small Georgia town to get a big taste of the outdoors, with surprising city-style amenities. In Cartersville, and in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains in surrounding Bartow County, G
Plan a romantic escape to rejuvenate with brews, bites and beautiful scenery “Georgia’s Apple Capital” is known for its natural sweetness. Between the many orchards, rows of peaks and valleys, and its three flowing rivers, Ellijay provides a breathtaking outdoor escape for city visitors. While
Regardless of one’s dining pursuits, Columbus, Georgia offers some of the ultimate places to eat Whatever the hankering, dining in Columbus, Ga., offers tasty, award-winning (and award-deserving) options from Southern to trendy to upscale. Centrally-located in west-central Georgia and 90 minutes
Hike scenic trails, stroll boutiques, tap toes to live music & explore historic sites in this North Atlanta destination Many vacation spots tout their destination as being one the “whole family will love.” This truth extends to man’s best friend, too, in Roswell, Georgia, with dog-friendl
Tiny towns offer inspiration, multiple bucket list check-offs Have a travel bucket list that’s been neglected lately? Catch up and cross off multiple items in Americus and Sumter County, Georgia, a getaway full of surprises and inspiration. Located in west-central Georgia, three hours south of Atl
Take love off-the-grid to Foxhall Resort in Douglas County, Georgia Connect with nature and each other at the stunning Foxhall Resort in Douglas County, Georgia. Located less than 30 minutes from Atlanta, Douglas County is close to every metropolitan desire and yet still experienced as a lush escape
Plan a romantic escape to rejuvenate with brews, bites and beautiful scenery Plan a romantic escape to rejuvenate–with brews, bites and beautiful scenery. Get away as a couple to Blue Ridge, Georgia, about 90 minutes north of Atlanta via I-575. Start with a toast, sharing a local brew beneath
Lake Country Catering, LLC “The Wife” Jennifer Amaya, The Wife, began working in her mother’s tea room, The Briar Patch at the early age of 16 working every job from washing dishes to line cook, server, and hostess. They would serve sandwiches, quiche, salads and desserts from 11:00-2:00
99% OF PATIENTS IN ORNISH LIFESTYLE MEDICINE STUDY GROUPS STOPPEDOR REVERSED THEIR CORONARY HEART DISEASE, AS MEASURED BY CARDIAC PET SCANS. (JAMA 1995) BY FOLLOWING THE PROGRAM AND MAKING LIFESTYLE CHANGES 77% OF PATIENTS – WHO WERE ELIGIBLE FOR BYPASS SURGERY OR ANGIOPLASTY ̵
Get your fill of culinary perfection from the mind of a master Master Chef Derin Moore When it comes to fine dining away from the bustle of Atlanta, there is none finer than the menus of Executive Chef Derin Moore at Reynolds Lake Oconee in Greensboro, Georgia. Each of the resort community’s culin
By Asif M. Qadri, MD Doctor, I take a proton pump inhibitor (PPI); Does that mean I am going to develop Alzheimer’s dementia?” This has been the most common question I have to answer these days thanks to a recent article published in a well-known and trusted medical journal. Gastroesophageal ref
Is it really worth the effort? By Dr. Ross Campbell A lot of things get better with age. While you might be telling your friends it’s your thirty-ninth birthday again, you still know that you would never trade the wisdom and confidence you have now for the uncertainty and awkwardness of your early
By Cyndi Ball Iam a newly titled Empty Nester. I’ve heard others jump for joy when they received their new title, others who sat in the corner and wept. Me? I took long moments to absorb this foreign feeling of freedom. I lingered in the early morning hours, added yoga to my routine.
PDI Kitchen, Bath, & Lighting With the new year upon us, everyone is ready to make positive, long overdue changes in their lives. This can be achieved in many ways, but we have one in particular in mind: updating the household items we use on a daily basis. These are the faucets, sinks, tubs, sh
