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2026 Hiking Club hikes announced
A new year brings a new roster of fun and interesting hikes for the Big Canoe Hiking Club. Most of our hikes are less than 1.5 hours in driving time from Big Canoe. Our first hike, on Jan. 22, is a local hike from Ridgeview Road to Mt. Oglethorpe, a round-trip of only 3.3 miles. With the leaves off the trees, there will be plenty of long-range views for hikers.
Rome News-Tribune
MLK Organization of Cedartown to host annual walk and parade Jan. 19
The MLK Organization of Cedartown is sponsoring the 21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Walk and Parade Jan. 19. This year’s walk will be hosted by Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church. Assembly for the walk and parade will begin at 12:30 p.m. and the walk will begin promptly at 1 p.m. at the corner of Rock and Thompson Street. The parade will proceed down Main Street to Sherman Holloway Park for the celebration and ceremony. Participants are encouraged to decorate their cars according to the theme “Unity.” Grand marshal for this year’s event is Letitia S. Morgan, MLK walk founder. Morgan’s new book, “A-Z Innovative Minds,” will be available for purchase at the event. Proceeds, as well as donations, will be used for the MLK Scholarship Fund. T-shirts will be available and refreshments will be served after the walk at Turner Street Community Center.
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Acworth’s Top Tables: Restaurants Worth The Drive And The Wait
Acworth has quietly become one of Georgia’s most exciting food destinations, where local flavors meet creative cooking in ways that surprise and delight. From sizzling Cajun kitchens to cozy taverns serving up comfort with a twist, this charming town offers dining experiences that make every mile traveled worthwhile. Whether...
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New Year’s activities in Rome and Floyd County
Tuesday, December 30, 2025–7:20 p.m. There are plenty of ways to ring in the New Year. Atrium Health Floyd + Harbin Clinic and Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation are partnering to help usher in the New Year with a spectacular fireworks show. This marks the fourth consecutive year Atrium Health...
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Metro Atlanta and North Georgia Gear Up for an Unforgettable New Year’s Eve — Fireworks, Drone Shows, Concerts & Family Fun
As 2025 comes to a close, celebrations are set to light up metro Atlanta and North Georgia with a variety of events designed for all ages, interests, and party styles. From family-friendly activities to dazzling high-tech displays, the region is offering something exciting for everyone ready to ring in 2026. FOX 5 Atlanta.
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Booth presents: ‘Western American Art South of the Sweet Tea Line VII’
Featuring over 60 works of art gathered from across the South, the Booth Western Art Museum is excited to welcome the next offering in its signature triennial exhibition series, “Western American Art South of the Sweet Tea Line VII.”. This upcoming version will feature new acquisitions to the Booth’s...
Marietta Daily Journal
Georgia Symphony Orchestra presents Big Band & Beyond
The Georgia Symphony Orchestra and GSO Jazz! invite audiences to an evening where the worlds of symphonic sound and jazz converge. Big Band & Beyond brings together the full power of the orchestra with the swing of big band jazz for a high energy concert, celebrating one of America’s most iconic musical traditions. The program features selections from Charlie Parker with Strings, an album that bridged jazz and orchestral music, with Sam Skelton, Director of GSO Jazz! and featured saxophonist, taking center stage on the iconic repertoire. Skelton shares, “It’s such an honor to get to perform the music from an album that was so important in my development. I am looking forward to joining the GSO with some of my jazz colleagues from GSO Jazz! for a swinging evening.” The evening continues with the rhythms of Latin jazz in La Suerte de los Tontos (Fortune of Fools), followed by the bossa nova classic Desafinado. Audiences will journey through jazz history with A Salute to Big Bands, revisit the legacy of a jazz legend in A Tribute to Louis Armstrong and revel in the elegance and innovation of Duke Ellington, a medley honoring one of the genre’s most influential composers.
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Ring in 2026: NYE Celebrations Across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia
As the clock ticks closer to 2026, Metro Atlanta and North Georgia are gearing up for a spectacular New Year’s Eve. From dazzling fireworks and drone shows to themed parties and family-friendly events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of the top celebrations happening this year:
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RLT celebrates a year of PLAYSPACE
Tuesday, January 6, 2026–7:45 a.m. Rome Little Theatre is excited to celebrate one year of PLAYSPACE, their table read series, on Monday, January 12, 2026, with a reception for guests and a reading of ‘The Art of Dining,’ written by Tina Howe. Join Rome Little Theatre for...
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CRÚ Wine Bar & Bistro Debuts Revitalized Menu Following Strategic 2025 Acquisition
Is starting 2026 with a significant culinary update, debuting new dinner and brunch menus across all locations. This refresh marks a major milestone in the brand’s evolution following its 2025 acquisition, blending a sophisticated new vision with the classic wine-centric experience guests have enjoyed for years. A Collaboration of...
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Looking For Something Fun To Do This Weekend? We've Got The Rundown
The winter holidays may finally be over, but that doesn't mean there isn't anything fun to do around town this weekend. In fact, there are always a lot of things happening , which is why we are here to make things a bit easier to navigate as The Pulse Event Guru Joseph Mosman highlights some of the most interesting weekend events.
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Unity Group To Host 56th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Week Celebration, Parade
The Unity Group of Chattanooga will be hosting the 56th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Week Celebration with events embracing the theme: “One America: Love With Power, Justice Without Fear”. The event runs from Saturday, January 10th through Monday, January 19th. The Unity Group was first organized in...
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Rock Out And Ring In The New Year At The Beaters Rockin' New Year's Eve Party
On Wednesday, December 31st, the Colonnade Civic Center in Ringgold, GA, will be rocking in the New Year with music from legendary local cover band, The Beaters. Tickets start at $45, and the event will have free parking, party favors, a midnight balloon drop, and incredible live music. For an additional $20, you can receive a tasty selection of warm and cold hors d'oeuvres.
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Taco restaurant closes its doors after nearly 12 years serving Chattanooga's Northshore
A restaurant on Chattanooga's Northshore has closed its doors for good. According to a Facebook post from the restaurant, Taconooga shut down on Dec. 26. The announcement comes nearly 12 years after the restaurant's grand opening, which was in March of 2014. Taconooga is in the same building on Frazier...
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Taco restaurant closes its doors after nearly 12 years serving Chattanooga's Northshore
A restaurant on Chattanooga's Northshore has closed its doors for good. According to a Facebook post from the restaurant, Taconooga shut down on Dec. 26. The announcement comes nearly 12 years after the restaurant's grand opening, which was in March of 2014. Taconooga is in the same building on Frazier...
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New Year's Eve celebrations & events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025
ATLANTA - Ring in 2026 with fireworks, live music, festive parties, family-friendly celebrations, and special New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day events happening across metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Fulton County. Atlanta. Midnight Dec. 31. Downtown/Midtown Atlanta (multiple viewing areas) A citywide midnight countdown featuring a large-scale...