2011 Independence Day Celebration

2011 Independence Day CelebrationThe 2011 Independence Day celebration will be held on July 2, 2011 in Chatsworth, Georgia. The festivities will take place at the Murray County Recreation Department facility starting at 4 PM. There will be food, plenty of fun for the children like an inflatable slide, games, a train, and a mechanical bull. A concert will begin at 6 PM featuring the Fort Mountain Boys. A fireworks display will follow the concert at approximately 10 PM.

Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!

The Murray County Recreation Department facility is located at:
745 W. Chestnut St.
Chatsworth, GA

Singing Convention

SingerCome out to the Smyrna Baptist Church in Chatsworth, Georgia on January 29, 2011 for the 1st Murray County/North Georgia Singing Convention. Be a part of the singing and performing or just come out to listen. Everyone is welcome. The show begins at 7 PM with refreshments to follow. For more details and information, call 706-695-2740.

Smyrna Baptist Church is located at:
3058 Smyrna Church Road
Chatsworth, GA.

Storytime for Preschoolers

Library BooksAll children are welcome when accompanied by an adult to Storytime for Preschoolers at the Chatsworth/Murray County Public Library. Children will be entertained with a story every Wednesday morning at 10:30. For more information and details, call the Library at 706-695-4200.

The Chatsworth/Murray County Public Library is a part of the Northwest Georgia Regional Library System and is located at:
706 Old Dalton-Ellijay Road
Chatsworth, Georgia

Red Cross Blood Drive

The First Baptist Church in Chatsworth, Georgia is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on November 18, 2010 from 1 PM to 6 PM. Blood is always needed for hospitals and this is a wonderful way to help save lives.

If you plan to make a blood donation, here are some helpful tips before you go:

Maintain a healthy iron level in your diet by including foods rich in iron.
Get a good nights rest.
Drink an extra 16 oz. glass of water or fluid before you go.
Eat a healthy meal before your donation. Try to stay away from fatty foods as this can affect the testing process done on all donated blood.
Wear clothing that will allow you to lift your sleeve above your elbow.

After your donation:

Drink plenty of liquid for 24 – 48 hours after your donation to replenish any fluid that was lost.
Avoid strenuous physical activity and heavy lifting for about 5 hours.

To get more information and details about giving blood, contact The American Red Cross. 

The First Baptist Church is Chatsworth is located at:
121 West Market St.
Chatsworth, GA

Benefit Motorcycle Ride

BikersA motorcycle ride through the mountains of North Georgia in the fall is always enjoyable but even more enjoyable is knowing that your ride is going to benefit the Bagley Middle School Athletic Department. This ride takes place on October 16, 2010. Registration begins at 9 AM with the ride starting at 10 AM. There will be free hot dogs available upon your return.

Donations are $10 per bike and $5 for each extra rider. For additional details and information call 706-260-5329.

Fall Run 2010 Car Show

Classic MustangYou won’t want to miss the Fall Run 2010 Open Car Show on October 16, 2010 from 9 AM to 3 PM. The event is happening at the Tractor Supply in Chatsworth, Georgia and is being sponsored by the Next Level Car Club. Enter your car, truck or motorcycle to win! Awards will be given for the top 25 cars and trucks, top 2 motorcycles as well as other specialty awards. There will be food, music, a costume contest for the kids, door prizes and more! Call 706-537-3191 for more information.

Pre-entry fee is $10. Entry fee the day of the show is $15.

The Tractor Supply is located at:
43 Commerce Dr.
Chatsworth, GA

Southern Soundfest

Guitar PlayerGet ready to rock at the Southern Soundfest being held at Cagles Field on September 25, 2010 in Chatsworth, Georgia. This music party gets rolling at 4 PM with the southern sounds of  Jimmie Van Zant, Hog Leg, and Black Friday. Food and beverages will be available and you must be 21 or older to attend. Campsites are available for those who would like to stay overnight and they are included in the price of a ticket. Tickets are $30 per person and you can get them at ticketalternative.com.

Cagles Field is located at:
3797 Cagle Road
Chatsworth, Ga. 30705