The next meeting of the Jackson Lake Homeowners Association is Friday, June 22, 2012 at the FHA Camp.
Don’t forget to make your dinner reservations by 6:00 pm Sunday June 17, 2012 if you want to eat.
Next advertiser deadline for the June 2012 edition of the Jackson Lake Sun is July 20, 2012 at 5:00 pm. Ads must be submitted by this date and time in order to meet the next printing deadline.
Concert on the Square: Covington
May 24 and 31 at Noon. Sponsored by the Arts Association of Newton County
Georgia Blueberry Festival: Goldwasser Park, Alma
June 1-2, 2012
This annual event honors the importance of the local blueberry crop with Civil War and Wild West re-enactments, a parade, 5 K run, rides, music and motorcycles. www.georgiablueberryfestival.org or call 912-310-7399
Neil Diamond in Concert: Phillips Arena, Atlanta
June 6, 2012
Tickets are still available. Contact Ticketmaster
Namaste Music Festival: Etowah River Campground, Dahlonega
June 8 – 10, 2012
Festival’s debut with 19 bands, eclectic merchants, artists, speakers and all-around good vibes. www.namastemusicfest.com or call 706-864-9035
Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band: Aarons Amphitheater at Lakewood
June 9, 2012
Tickets may be available: Contact Ticketmaster. If you have never been you must go! Tailgating is a must and costumes are everywhere!
Ath-Fest Music and Arts Festival: Athens, GA
June 20 – 24, 2012
Local, regional and nationally recognized musicians give free performances on outdoor stages. Also features performances at clubs, plus a comedy showcase, juried artisan market, local film screenings and Kidfest. www.athfest.com or call 706-548-1973
Chatooga River Festival: Clayton, GA
June 22 – 24, 2012
First year for new annual event. Banjo Boogie Adventure Race, festival village, makeshift boat race, street dancing, a Ronnie Cox concert (he played Drew in the 1972 film Deliverance), crafts, barbecue, gospel music and banjo contest. www.chattoogariverfestival.com or call 404-735-6157
Sunflower Farm Festival: Rutledge
June 30 – July 1, 2012
Heritage crafters and artists set up under the oak canopy to demonstrate their crafts and sell handmade items. Take a hayride, pet your favorite barnyard friend or cut your own bouquet from the 15 acres of sunflowers. Music, homemade ice-cream and more! www.sunflowerfarmfestival.com or call 706-557-2870
Lake Country Freedom Festival: Eatonton
July 4, 2012 at 1:00p at Crooked Creek Marina
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