Dahlonega, GA, is one of America’s best-kept secrets — except for being famous as the site of the first gold rush.
This delightful community is home to an outstanding university, mountain roads cherished by motorcyclists, acclaimed theatre, wineries, eateries, the Appalachian Trail, mountain music and a dandy place to buy fudge.
A couple of times a year, Dahlonega gives it all up and throws a party. Such was the weekend of April 21, 2012, when Dahlonega hosted the Bear on the Square Mountain Festival.
The previous 15 Mountain Festivals were great. This year, the music — free for all for the first time — and the calibre of the artwork on display were stellar. Thanks to the smiling, gracious participants, we are able to share a few photographs with you.
Mark your calendars now for Bear on the Square for 2013, scheduled for the weekend of April 20th!
Click Here for the Bear on the Square Website
Tim Chambers of TKCHighlands.com.
Skip Staab of Pinetree Pottery is a master of his craft.
I know what you’re thinking: “Hey, I wonder if that broken basket is on sale?” Nope. They’re made that way by Jan Stansell to fit on steps. (Don’t ask me how I know, please.)
The John C. Campbell Folk School (FolkSchool.org) transforms dreamers into artists. Yes, even people like you.
The lovely and talented Emolyn Liden [EmolynKnits.blogspot.com] is an accomplished spinster.
The lovely and talented Michael A. Lalone threw pots for the crowd at Bear on the Square.
Please. Don’t just stand there. Save a starving artist. Buy something!
What kind of work would you do for free? Bear on the Square relies on cheerful, helpful volunteers.
Grasshopper, the humble ninja, was voted Best Motorcycle at this year’s Mountain Festival!
