Hayesville is located in Clay County less than 2 miles from the GA/NC state line in Western North Carolina. Sharing Lake Chatuge with Hiawassee in Towns County, GA it offers hiking, fishing, boating on Lake Chatuge, golfing, horseback riding and much more in the area.

There is much to do and see in Clay County. From quaint shops, regional theater, fine restaurants, accommodations to festivals, and special events. Of historical interest, are the Clay County Courthouse built in 1888 designated in the National Register of Historical Places, the Clay County Museum, and the John C. Campbell Folk School.


Things to Do:


Lake Chatuge
A 7,200 acre lake in both Georgia and North Carolina. Lake Chatuge has approximately 130 miles of shoreline offering many recreational opportunities such as boating, swimming, fishing, relaxing and much more. 









John C. Campbell Folk School
One Folk School Rd
Brasstown, NC. 28902
800-FOLK-SCH
www.folkschool.org
John C. Campbell Folk School provides experiences in non-competitive learning and community life that are joyful and enlivening. Located in scenic Brasstown, North Carolina, the Folk School offers year-round week long and weekend classes for adults in craft, art, music, dance, cooking, gardening, nature studies, photography and writing.




Peacock Playhouse
301 Church Street
Hayesville, NC. 28904
887-691-9906
www.licklogplayers.org



Goldhagen Art Glass Studio
7 Goldhagen Studio Drive
Hayesville, NC. 28904
828-389-8847
Mon-Fri 10am-5pm
www.goldhagenartglass.com


St. Pierre Wood Pottery
828-389-6639
www.wncvillage.com/arts/stpierre/stpierre.htm



Calendar of Events:

3/13/2010 - Sara Evans
Location: Anderson Music Hall, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds Hiawassee,GA
When: Saturday March 13th @ 7:00 PM     
Costs: Tickets go on Sale February 12th Level 1: $40 + $2 Handling Fee, Level 2: $30 + $2 Handling Fee.
Description: Sara Evans has numerous No. 1 hits including “Born to Fly,” “No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket” and “A Real Fine Place to Start.” Out of five released albums “No Place That Far” has been certified gold, 2001’s “Born to Fly” is double platinum and 2003’s “Restless” and 2005’s “Real Fine Place” are both platinum. While dominating country radio airwaves with one of her hit singles, Sara Evans has recently attracted a new legion of fans as she become the first-ever country artist to join the celebrity cast of “Dancing with the Stars.” She is recognized as one of the most successful artists of her generation with accolades including Academy of Country Music’s Female Vocalist of the Year and the Country Music Association’s Video of the Year for “Born to Fly.” In 2006, she was named Female Vocalist of the Year in the R&R Reader’s Poll and has been celebrated as one of People’s magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful People.”
Contact: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds 706-896-4191

3/19/2010 - 3/21/2010 - Wine Highway Weekend at Crane Creek Vineyards
Location: Crane Creek Vineyards 916 Crane Creek Road,Young Harris, GA 30582
Contact: For more information call 706-379-1236.

3/27/2010 - 16th Annual Bass Tournament
Location: Ledford Chapel Boat Ramp in Hayesville, NC
Contact: More information to come.

4/17/2010 - Mountain Fling
Location: John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC 28902
When: Friday April 17th from 7:30 PM - 10:00Pm
Description: Community Room, Keith House Mountain Fling is a four-piece band based in Southwest Virginia that plays traditional old-time material but delves into the recent past for variety. They sing and play autoharp, guitar, banjo, hammered dulcimer, harmonica and bass. John Hollandsworth from Christiansburg, Virginia has played autoharp since childhood and has won many awards for his playing including “Best All-Around Performer” at the famous Galax Fiddlers’ Convention. His wife Kathie sings and plays hammered dulcimer and bass. Jim Lloyd of Rural Retreat, Virginia plays guitar and banjo. Raised in the coal fields of Virginia and West Virginia, Jim sponsors a weekly jam session in his barber shop. Ed Ogle of Roanoke plays harmonica and guitar. His award-winning harmonica playing features both slow, lyrical melodies and fast dance tunes.
Costs: Admission free,donations welcome.
 
4/30/2010 - Ray Stevens
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin,NC
When: Friday April 30th @ 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM
Description: Multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter and two-time Grammy winner Ray Stevens is celebrating 50 years in the music business this year. From his comedy hit, "The Streak" to the socially aware "Mr. Businessman" to his Grammy award winning pop standard "Everything is Beautiful," Stevens continues to showcase his observant and witty songwriting.
Contact: 828-524-1598 or toll free 866-273-4615

5/29/2010 - Crane Creek Vineyards Annual Spring Fest
Location: Crane Creek Vineyards 916 Crane Creek Road,Young Harris, GA 30582
Contact: For more information call 706-379-1236.

7/3/2010 - Independence Day Concert
Location: Crane Creek Vineyards 916 Crane Creek Road,Young Harris, GA 30582
Contact: For more information call 706-379-1236.
Description:Featuring the Return of BULLETPROOF
Costs: FREE 

8/14/2010 - Ricky Skaggs
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Saturday August 14th Time (TBA)
Description: Sometimes in life, things come full circle. That's the story of Ricky Skaggs. By age 21, he was already considered a "recognized master" of one of America's most demanding art forms, but his career took him in other directions, catapulting him to popularity and success in the mainstream of country music. Now the road has brought him back to where it all began - bluegrass music.

9/4/2010 - Labor Day Weekend Festival
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Saturday September 4th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Description: Featuring: Tim Surrett and Balsam Range, The Hayes Family, Jimmy Blackwood and the Blackwood Brothers Quartet, The Singing Browns, The Rochesters, and The Inspirations.
Costs: TICKETS: $10-$20

9/5/2010 - Labor Day Weekend Festival
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Sunday September 5th from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Description: Featuring: The Primitives, The McKameys and The Inspirations
Costs: TICKETS: $10-$20

11/6/2010 - 2nd Annual Punkin Chunkin Fest
Location: Downtown Hayesville, NC on the Square
When: Saturday November 6th, Time(TBA)

12/17/2010 - Oak Ridge Boys
Location:  Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Friday December 17th from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM and from 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM.
Description: The Oak Ridge Boys, with that unmistakable four-part harmony, have produced dozens of hit songs - including "You're the One in a Million", "I'm Settin' Fancy Free", "Sail Away", and of course, "Elvira" - earned just about every industry accolade available, including Grammy, Dove, ACM, and CMA awards, and won millions of fans worldwide. Their newest albums, "The Boys are Back" and "The Oak Ridge Boys: A Gospel Journey" are now available.
Costs: TICKETS: $15-$18 

Where to Stay:

Luxury Lakefront & Lakeview Condominiums on Lake Chatuge
Featuring 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms with fully equipped kitchens, stack stone fireplace, pool, tennis court, restaurants, workout facility, and boat rentals all within walking distance.
Click here for more information: 
www.smokymountainvacationstation.com






Riverfront Cabins tastefully decorated in a rustic mountain decor located directly on the Hiawassee River with all year long trout fishing.  Cabins feature include  3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, sleeps 6-8, fully equipped kitchen for cooking and serving, stack stone fireplace, hardwood floors, private hot tub on the covered deck, and access to the community pool and workout facility. Great family getaway.Very Affordable. Click here for more information: 
www.smokymountainvacationstation.com 


  

Long Range Mountain View cabins are tastefully decorated in a rustic mountain decor. Cabins features include  3 & 4 bedrooms, over 3000 sq ft, pool table, fully equipped kitchen for cooking and serving, stack stone fireplace, hardwood floors, covered deck, and access to the Hiawassee River, pool, and workout facility with a short walk.
Click here for more information:
www.smokymountainvacationstation.com



Real Estate Information:

Century 21 Scenic Realty
3680 Highway 76
Young Harris, GA. 30582
Michelle Hedden, Realtor Licensed in GA & NC  
mhedden@windstream.net
P:  706-835-9090


Favorite Area Restaurant:
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