If you’re looking for an excuse to head up to the mountains of northeast Georgia—other than a visit to Lucille’s, of course!—we’ve got several for you. The mountain towns of Blairsville, Dahlonega, Clayton, and Toccoa are each hosting arts fests. … Continue reading
It’s hard to imagine a more glorious place to wander than through the exquisite landscape at Gibbs Gardens in Ball Ground, Georgia. It’s well worth the little hour-plus jaunt from Lucille’s. Gibbs Gardens is the inspiration of Jim Gibbs, former … Continue reading
The era of bootlegging is long behind us, but the legacy is alive and flowing at Grandaddy Mimm’s Moonshine Distillery in Blairsville, Georgia. Jack “Mimm” McClure was an Appalachian legend in the mid-20th Century. A noted local philanthropist, he made … Continue reading
For anyone who is interested in the service history of the Greatest Generation, the Curahee Military Museum is a gem. The small museum in Toccoa, Georgia—in the Currahee Mountains of northeast Georgia—is a treasure trove of artifacts and history. The … Continue reading
Nothing says spring quite like blooming gardens, and here in Northeast Georgia we have a bevy of them for you to visit. They are all part of the North Georgia Garden Trail, a collection of 26 public gardens that showcase … Continue reading
If you love the flavors of Greek and Mediterranean foods (we do!), then take a drive over to Dahlonega, Georgia, to Capers on the Square. This is a little gem of a restaurant with a menu that consistently delivers and … Continue reading
The North Georgia Mountains is known as a hotbed of talented artisans, and we’re lucky to have many examples of their fine work right here in our neck of the woods. Case in point: Willows Pottery. Located in historic Sautee … Continue reading
Mountain history, lore, and life will be on full display during the Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival, April 13-14, 2018 in Blairsville, Georgia. This year’s theme is “Claim Your Voice,” and will showcase the art of Southern storytelling, with a focus … Continue reading
An annual rite of spring in the North Georgia Mountains is Wine Highway Week, scheduled this year for March 15-25. Contrary to its name, the event actually covers 10 days, providing a wonderful opportunity for wine lovers to explore local … Continue reading
The holidays are a distant memory. Summer is months away. And you’re feeling like you need a pick-me-up. We’ve got the perfect solution! Head up to the North Georgia Mountains to The Spa at Lucille’s and enjoy a day or two … Continue reading
