On June 23, 2017 WhimZ Boutique celebrated their 1 year anniversary in Downtown Ellijay and held a ribbon cutting with the Gilmer Chamber. WhimZ Boutique offers trendy, affordable clothing without compromising quality for kids. They carry popular brands and sizes 0-14 and boys sizes 0-6. You can also find the perfect gift for an upcoming […]
10 Things You Must Do in Ellijay Before Summer is Over
1. Enjoy a delicious Ice Cream Cone from Crossroads Grocery Crossroads Grocery, an iconic location at 8994 Hwy 52 East on the corner of Clear Creek Rd offering hand dipped ice cream cones, along with other delicious food including pizza, sandwiches, smoked salmon, burgers and more. 706-273-3764 2. Hike to the top of Amicalola Falls […]
Downtown Ellijay Independence Day Celebration
Every Independence Day, Downtown Ellijay host a huge celebration including the Ellijay fireworks display for the community and visitors. Everyone looks forward the annual Ellijay Fireworks display held on Independence Day. Ellijay offers many other great activities during the 4th of July holiday. On Tuesday, July 4 beginning at 11am in the River Street Parking […]
Amazing Places to Hang Your Hammock in Ellijay
Ellijay has the most amazing places to hang your hammock. Everywhere you go, people are hanging their hammocks in the most relaxing and beautiful locations. We put together a great list of locations in Ellijay, so grab your hammock and straps and go exploring. Tumbling Waters Nature Trail at Carter’s Lake This is an easy […]
Ribbon Cutting for Hometown Florist & Yesterday’s Decor
On Saturday, May 20, 2017, Calvin and Judy Wilson cut the ribbon on their new location for Hometown Florist and Yesterday’s Décor. They are now located at 56 River Street in Downtown Ellijay. Located in the old Penland’s Mecantile building, built in 1913, it stands as the oldest building in Downtown Ellijay. “We are blessed […]
Gilmer Arts & Gilmer Chamber Present 3rd Annual Plein Air- Art in the Mountains
Gilmer Arts & Gilmer Chamber present the 3rd Annual Plein Air, Art in the Mountains celebrating open air painting at some of Gilmer County’s most beautiful sites. Plein Air venues for artists include our beautiful vineyards, orchards and mountain and river vistas. Artists will be painting “en plein air” throughout the weekend beginning Friday morning, June […]
12th Annual Taste of Ellijay – A Feast For All
Thursday, May 25, 2017, downtown Ellijay will be alive with the sights, sounds and smells of the 12th annual Taste of Ellijay celebration. The unofficial kick off of summer brings two dozen local food purveyors and local vineyards to North Main Street in Downtown Ellijay from 6p to 8p for Taste of Ellijay. This year’s event adds […]
Ribbon Cutting for Abby’s Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt
On Friday, April 21, 2017, Abby’s Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt cut the ribbon and celebrated with a Dance Party. Abby’s is a local family-owned ice cream and frozen yogurt shop right in the heart of downtown Ellijay. The owners, Mark, Jessica, Josh, and Katrina have a heart for the Ellijay community and a passion […]
Ellijay Farmers Market Kicks Off 2017 Season
The 2017 Ellijay Farmers Market will kick off its season April 29, 2017 and is set to continue each Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon through October 7. “The best thing going about the farmers market is it’s local,” said co-organizer Bonnie Waldron, explaining the majority of the vendors come from within a 25 […]
Have You Heard That Ellijay Rocks?
Everyone is talking about rocks. Everyone is searching for rocks. Everyone is painting rocks. Why? Because Ellijay Rocks! Everyone is joining the fun by painting and hiding and/or finding rocks around Ellijay. This project is meant for our community to come together and spread happiness among all ages. Discover your creative side while having fun […]