Greater Hall Chamber’s 2015 Economic Development Report

Our friends at the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce — based in Gainesville, GA, on the shores of Lake Lanier — released its 2015 Economic Development Report on January 27th. This annual report outlines economic development activity in Gainesville-Hall County that identifies our area as one …

SnowWorld at Lanier Islands Melts Away

SnowWorld at Lanier Islands melts into oblivion on Sunday, January 25, 2015 — after the blizzard of activity on Saturday … known as Snow Jam 2! Join the gang at Sunset Cove as Lanier Islands partners with Cadillac Jack and Kicks 101.5 for Snow Jam 2! …

SnowWorld at Lake Lanier Islands to Close 1-25-15

On Monday, January 12, 2015, we were happy to bring you news of all the fun you could have at SnowWorld at Lanier Islands all the way through March first. That was then. This is now. The very next day the folks who manage Lanier …

The 2015 Atlanta Boat Show Ends Sunday, Jan. 18th

The Lake Lanier Association (LLA) will be at the 2015 Atlanta Boat Show running now through Sunday, January 18th at the Georgia World Congress Center.   You’ll find them in booth #236. LLA has a free prize for any current members who stop by their booth to …

There’s No World Like SnowWorld at Lanier Islands on MLK Day

One day, when no one was looking, Lake Lanier Islands changed its name to Lanier Islands.  We’re not sure when or why that happened.  Just one of those mysteries of life.  One thing is for sure, there are still plenty of considerate, community minded, creative folks …

First Day Hikes in Georgia on January 1st 2015

    New Year’s resolutions often include exercise.  So, Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites are offering ways to make getting in shape more fun.  Start 2015 off right with a “First Day Hike.” Increase your metabolism and decrease your waistline with a healthy walk in …

Lake Lanier Polar Bear Plunge New Year’s Day 2015

Don’t just tell your in-laws to go jump in a lake — go with them!  There’s room for one and all on New Year’s Day at the Polar Bear Plunge!  The chilly fun takes place at the rowing club at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue …

Adopt a Solar-Powered Navigation Light on Lake Lanier

Our pal Joanna Cloud, executive director of the Lake Lanier Association (LLA), hopes to unveil many more solar-powered navigation lights on Lake Lanier to keep the lake safe for boaters.  LLA also needs Lake People to adopt their very own navigation light. Please Note:  Yes, you …

Bring a Child’s $20 Gift & See NASA Races at Road Atlanta

It’s hard to capture all that’s going on at Road Atlanta this weekend in one short headline.  Yes, you get to watch your favorite NASA races with high performance street cars and race cars battling for position around the Road Atlanta circuit.  Yes, you can bring …

Tis the Season to Be Thankful & Jolly ~ Holiday Events in Northeast Georgia

Northeast Georgia has so much to offer all year long, but now you’ll find a whirlwind of holiday events to enjoy with friends and family. Our friends at the Northeast Georgia Travel Association compiled this A-Z list of towns and the special plans they have to share …