November 11 & 12, 2009 e Sentinel Newsgroup WHAT’S HAPPENING Life Arts & Page 1B Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tea Room’s 11th Annual Arts & Craſts Show A chill is in the air and the nights are cold, the leaves have turned and fallen. As store begin putting out their holiday decorations, our thoughts turn to preparing for the holidays and shopping for the perfect gifts for family and friends. Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom, an arts and crafts show held the weekend before anksgiving, is the ideal place to do your holiday shopping. Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom features artists and crafters whose talents and workmanship are amongst the best in the region. e show will be held on the campus of North Georgia Technical College in Blairsville on Highway 76/515, Sat- urday, November 21 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday, November 22 from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Admission and parking are free. Everyone who attends the show will be eligible, at no charge, for a great door prize. Tickets will be handed out at the door. is year, the number of talented artists and crafters participating in the show has been increased, giving you a greater variety of booths to shop for that perfect one of a kind item for you or your home or that special personal gift for the holidays. One thing we are sure of and that is that you will leave the show with that something special. Take a break from shopping and en- joy lunch in the Sugar Plum Tearoom. e Sugar Plum Tearoom has a repu- tation for delicious soups, sandwiches, salads and desserts. If you would like the opportunity to shop early, participate in a silent auc- tion, enjoy complementary finger foods and beverages, and watch numerous demonstrations, then plan to attend the PREVIEW PARTY on Friday night, November 20. Get a group together and celebrate the start of the holiday season with us. Tickets are $5 when purchased ahead of time and $7.50 at the door. Ticket may be purchased at ArtWorks, Deb Collin’s Signature Gallery, Town County Chamber of Commerce, Clay County Chamber of Commerce, e Bank of Blairsville and the Bank of Blueridge. Don’t miss Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom’s 11th Annual Show for an enjoyable day, delicious lunch and great shopping. Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom is sponsored by Mountain Regional Arts and Crafts Guild. Prof- its from the show will be used to sup- port the arts in our community. If you would like more information you may call 877-745-5789 or check out our web site mtnregartscraftsguild.org. When Life Magazine in their De- cember 2nd, 1957 issue typified Sue Mitchell as a “Modern Heir” of the “Old Master’s” the focus on this re- markable artist put her in the spotlight for decades. at’s why the Art Center in Blue Ridge had planned to show Sue Mitchell’s work in February of this year, but in an unfortunate mishap, Sue broke her hip and the exhibit had to be postponed until...now! e Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Åssociation invites everybody to a reception to celebrate Sue’s recovery and the opening of an exhibit of her work on Saturday, No- vember 21st., 2009. Born in the Copper Basin in 1922, Sue Mitchell attended the local schools and graduated from Agnes Scott Col- lege before heading off to New York to build her art career. Sue lived and painted in Greenwich Village on Charles Street for 10 years. She clas- sified her work as Abstract Impres- sionism and included many well know Galleries, such as the Bodley, the Kootz and the Brooklyn, as some of the gal- leries that showcased her work.When e New Arts Gallery in Atlanta held an exhibit of Sue’s work in the late 50’s, Doris Lockerman commented in e Atlanta Journal: Sue’s landscapes are “loud with the whoosh of strong wind, they are big, shouting canvasses… most of them have a quite discernible pattern and there is a great rhythm in their assertive strength” Love for her homestead, moved Sue Mitchell, back to the Basin in Cop- per Hill where her love for art is still her passion, but is currently focused on maintaining the rich mining history of the area. T.A Mitchell, Sue’s father, came to the Basin in 1913 and later became President of the Tennessee Copper Company. Sue’s medium is oil and due to an allergy she can no longer create these bold canvasses for which she is so noted. e Art Center is proud to showcase the Art of Sue Mitchell at the Holiday Show from Saturday, November 21st through December 23rd, 2009. e opening reception in honor of Sue Mitchell will be Saturday 21st, from 6 to 8 p.m. Delicious food and libations will be served, the public is invited. For information please call the Art Center: 706-632-2144. Modern Heir of the Old Master’s Thistle - A Rose by another name? e Art of Sue Mitchell at the Art Center Unlike the rose, whose thorns have been embraced as part of its mystique, the thistle’s prickles have made it un- welcome in many places. But, like the rose, the thistle has a rich ethnobotanic history, and a valuable role in natural landscapes today. “istle” is an old English name for a large family of plants which occur broadly across the globe. Most thistles are in the genus Cirsium in the fam- ily Asteraceae (Asters), which includes daisies, sunflowers, and coneflowers. e thistle’s prickles occur around the flower and often on leaves and stems, serving to protect the plant from for- aging herbivorous animals. Flower heads extend from a rounded pod, and range from 3/4 to 2 inches in di- ameter. Flowers may be red, purple, pink, lavender or white. Of the over 200 species of thistle, approximately 50 have been naturalized in the U.S. e most common varieties in Southern Appalachia are Bull istle, Canada istle, Field istle, Tall istle, and Yellow istle. istles are commonly regarded as invasive weeds. In the U.S., however, only one thistle - the Canada istle - is classified as a “noxious weed”. Canada istle is distinguished by smaller stat- ure (1-3 feet), numerous small flower heads, and creeping underground stems. Unfortunately, this one bad ac- tor has tended to give the whole family a bad name! Actually, thistles have a rich folk- loric history. Ancient Greek myth tells of the Earth creating thistle while in mourning for the shepherd poet Daphnis. In Norse legend, the mighty or esteemed this “lightening plant” and protected those who wore it. e Scots credit thistle with saving them during a 10th century war with the Norse, as the prickly stems surprised the invaders while wading barefoot across a moat. istles also have a long record of beneficial use. e Greek used thistle to treat vein problems. In Scotland, thistle leaves were crushed to destroy thorns and then fed to cattle and hors- es, and seeds were expressed to yield oil. Locally, the Cherokee used thistle in medicinal preparations for pain and gastrointestinal discomfort, and other Native Americans tribes used thistles for treatment of rheumatism and sore muscles. Perhaps the thistle’s most valu- able gift today is as a food source for wildlife. istle seeds are a preferred winter food for songbirds, including the American Goldfinch and Carolina Chickadee. istle blossoms are excel- lent nectar sources for hummingbirds and butterflies. Although you may not desire its prickly presence in your garden, this weed does deserve respect. If “every rose has its thorns”, then perhaps “ev- ery thistle has its flower” ... and a pretty bloom it is! To learn more about the biodiver- sity in our region and the importance of preserving native plants, visit www. gmrec.uga.edu/commcouncil, or call 706-745-2655 (Clare Johnston) or 706-745-9317( Jennifer Cordier). 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November 11 & 12, 2009 The Sentinel Newsgroup
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Life Arts&Page 1B
Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tea Room’s
11th Annual Arts & Crafts Show
A chill is in the air and the nights are cold, the leaves have turned and fallen. As store begin
putting out their holiday decorations, our thoughts turn to preparing for the holidays and shopping for the perfect gifts for family and friends. Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom, an arts and crafts show held the weekend before Thanksgiving, is the ideal place to do your holiday shopping.
Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom features artists and crafters whose talents and workmanship are amongst the best in the region. The show will be held on the campus of North Georgia Technical College in Blairsville on Highway 76/515, Sat-urday, November 21 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday, November 22 from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Admission and parking are free. Everyone who attends the show will be eligible, at no charge, for a great door prize. Tickets will be handed out at the door.
This year, the number of talented artists and crafters participating in the show has been increased, giving you a greater variety of booths to shop for that perfect one of a kind item for you or your home or that special personal gift for the holidays. One thing we are sure of and that is that you will leave the show with that something special.
Take a break from shopping and en-joy lunch in the Sugar Plum Tearoom. The Sugar Plum Tearoom has a repu-tation for delicious soups, sandwiches, salads and desserts.
If you would like the opportunity to shop early, participate in a silent auc-tion, enjoy complementary finger foods and beverages, and watch numerous demonstrations, then plan to attend the PREVIEW PARTY on Friday night, November 20. Get a group together and celebrate the start of the holiday season with us. Tickets are $5 when purchased ahead of time and $7.50 at the door. Ticket may be purchased at ArtWorks, Deb Collin’s Signature Gallery, Town County Chamber of Commerce, Clay County Chamber of Commerce, The Bank of Blairsville and the Bank of Blueridge.
Don’t miss Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom’s 11th Annual Show for an enjoyable day, delicious lunch and great shopping.
Mistletoe Market and Sugar Plum Tearoom is sponsored by Mountain Regional Arts and Crafts Guild. Prof-its from the show will be used to sup-port the arts in our community. If you would like more information you may call 877-745-5789 or check out our web site mtnregartscraftsguild.org.
When Life Magazine in their De-cember 2nd, 1957 issue typified Sue Mitchell as a “Modern Heir” of the “Old Master’s” the focus on this re-markable artist put her in the spotlight for decades. That’s why the Art Center in Blue Ridge had planned to show Sue Mitchell’s work in February of this year, but in an unfortunate mishap, Sue broke her hip and the exhibit had to be postponed until...now! The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Åssociation invites
everybody to a reception to celebrate Sue’s recovery and the opening of an exhibit of her work on Saturday, No-vember 21st., 2009.
Born in the Copper Basin in 1922, Sue Mitchell attended the local schools and graduated from Agnes Scott Col-lege before heading off to New York to build her art career. Sue lived and painted in Greenwich Village on Charles Street for 10 years. She clas-sified her work as Abstract Impres-
sionism and included many well know Galleries, such as the Bodley, the Kootz and the Brooklyn, as some of the gal-leries that showcased her work.When The New Arts Gallery in Atlanta held an exhibit of Sue’s work in the late 50’s, Doris Lockerman commented in The Atlanta Journal: Sue’s landscapes are “loud with the whoosh of strong wind, they are big, shouting canvasses… most of them have a quite discernible pattern and there is a great rhythm in
their assertive strength”Love for her homestead, moved Sue
Mitchell, back to the Basin in Cop-per Hill where her love for art is still her passion, but is currently focused on maintaining the rich mining history of the area. T.A Mitchell, Sue’s father, came to the Basin in 1913 and later became President of the Tennessee Copper Company. Sue’s medium is oil and due to an allergy she can no longer create these bold canvasses for which
she is so noted.The Art Center is proud to showcase
the Art of Sue Mitchell at the Holiday Show from Saturday, November 21st through December 23rd, 2009. The opening reception in honor of Sue Mitchell will be Saturday 21st, from 6 to 8 p.m. Delicious food and libations will be served, the public is invited. For information please call the Art Center: 706-632-2144.
Modern Heir of the Old Master’s
Thistle - A Rose by another name?
The Art of Sue Mitchell at the Art Center
Unlike the rose, whose thorns have been embraced as part of its mystique, the thistle’s prickles have made it un-welcome in many places. But, like the rose, the thistle has a rich ethnobotanic history, and a valuable role in natural
landscapes today.“Thistle” is an old English name for
a large family of plants which occur broadly across the globe. Most thistles are in the genus Cirsium in the fam-ily Asteraceae (Asters), which includes daisies, sunflowers, and coneflowers. The thistle’s prickles occur around the flower and often on leaves and stems, serving to protect the plant from for-aging herbivorous animals. Flower heads extend from a rounded pod, and range from 3/4 to 2 inches in di-ameter. Flowers may be red, purple, pink, lavender or white. Of the over 200 species of thistle, approximately 50 have been naturalized in the U.S. The most common varieties in Southern Appalachia are Bull Thistle, Canada Thistle, Field Thistle, Tall Thistle, and Yellow Thistle.
Thistles are commonly regarded as invasive weeds. In the U.S., however, only one thistle - the Canada Thistle - is classified as a “noxious weed”. Canada Thistle is distinguished by smaller stat-ure (1-3 feet), numerous small flower heads, and creeping underground stems. Unfortunately, this one bad ac-tor has tended to give the whole family a bad name!
Actually, thistles have a rich folk-loric history. Ancient Greek myth tells of the Earth creating thistle while in mourning for the shepherd poet Daphnis. In Norse legend, the mighty Thor esteemed this “lightening plant” and protected those who wore it. The
Scots credit thistle with saving them during a 10th century war with the Norse, as the prickly stems surprised the invaders while wading barefoot across a moat.
Thistles also have a long record of beneficial use. The Greek used thistle to treat vein problems. In Scotland, thistle leaves were crushed to destroy thorns and then fed to cattle and hors-es, and seeds were expressed to yield oil. Locally, the Cherokee used thistle in medicinal preparations for pain and gastrointestinal discomfort, and other Native Americans tribes used thistles for treatment of rheumatism and sore muscles.
Perhaps the thistle’s most valu-able gift today is as a food source for wildlife. Thistle seeds are a preferred winter food for songbirds, including the American Goldfinch and Carolina Chickadee. Thistle blossoms are excel-lent nectar sources for hummingbirds and butterflies.
Although you may not desire its prickly presence in your garden, this weed does deserve respect. If “every rose has its thorns”, then perhaps “ev-ery thistle has its flower” ... and a pretty bloom it is!
To learn more about the biodiver-sity in our region and the importance of preserving native plants, visit www.gmrec.uga.edu/commcouncil, or call 706-745-2655 (Clare Johnston) or 706-745-9317(Jennifer Cordier).
Let us help you select that special bottle of wine for dinner with friends or a gift. Also, we are
having Senior Discount Days on Monday and Thursday – 10%
off any wine or beer in the store. Seniors must be 65 years or older and bring coupon. We also have
many discounted wines.
Make your own 4 or 6 pack. Serve your friends
unique and delicious beers. We now carry Fat
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and imported Beers and Ales –
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These establishments will make your dining enjoyable and memorable! It has been said that all good stories are Westerns. If we take a look at some of the histories of motion pictures, it’s easy to find examples. Witness (1985) is a remake of Angel and the Bad Man (1946). Star Wars (1977) is really a Western with a science fiction slant. There’s even a barroom scene.
The Magnificent Seven (1960) is a remake of a 1956 Japanese film, Sev-en Samurai. In fact, the films were so much alike until the Japanese producer sued the US film corporation.
The film is the story of seven men who are hired by villagers to defend it from a bandit leader and his gang. The village is in Mexico and when they reach it, they are somewhat sur-prised at the poverty and condition of the people. Although the film has plenty of action, it is also a study in the psychology of the men involved in the fight.Chris Adams (Yul Brynner) seems to have been a soldier of fortune
who has faced danger before. He has managed to gain mastery of his emo-tions in dangerous situations. The film opens with him defying a town in or-der to bury a dead man. He becomes the leader of the seven as he recruits them for the job.
Vin (Steve McQueen) whose past is unknown, but may have worked as a cowboy, shows a desire to settle down in the way he treats women and chil-dren of the village. He makes friends with two of the village boys who promised to avenge him in the event he is killed.
Chico (Horst Bulchholz) is the youngest of the group. He is from a farming background and is clearly ashamed of his past. He performed several acts of bravado in order to try and impress his companions.
Bernardo O’Reilly (Charles Bron-son) likewise seems to be a soldier of fortune. He might have been rich at one time, but now he is broke. His re-lationship with the villagers shows that he thinks family life is important.
Lee (Robert Vaughn) appears to be
a gunman who has lost his nerve. He wants to do the right, but finds it diffi-cult when called upon. In one scene he seems to freeze while the bandits are attacking. He’s an interesting character and the study of him delivers.
Britt (James Coburn) is a loner who is equally good with a gun or knife. He’s very secretive and his motives for helping the villagers remain hidden.
Harry Luck (Brad Dexter) is a good man to have on your side in a fight, but his greed clouds everything that he does. Harry seems to be one of those individuals who is always on the edge of gaining his goals but never quite reaches them.
All of these men find themselves pitted against Calvera (Eli Wallach) who seems to believe that stealing is only a job. The villagers are farmers and he is a thief. As far as he’s concerned, each of them earns their living in a dif-ferent way.
Today we give a reel memories sa-lute to The Magnificent Seven.
William V. Reynolds is the author of “Murder in the Okefenokee” available at McCaysville Public Market and Pat’s Country Kitchen in McCaysville; Par-ris Pharmacy, Book Nook, and Ingles in Blue Ridge; Book Nook in Blairsville; and Phillips and Lloyd in Hayesville.
LIFE & ARTS 2BSentinel NewspapersNovember 11, 2009
Reel Memories: #103 - The Magnificent Seven
By: William V. Reynolds Columnist
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The John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown will present a free con-cert by nationally acclaimed mountain dulcimer player Stephen Seifert at 7:30 pm Friday, November 13. The concert will be held in the Keith House Com-munity Room and is free and open to
the public. Donations are welcome. Stephen Seifert became an ac-
knowledged master of the mountain dulcimer just a dozen years after he bought his first instrument and began jamming with old time musicians in Lexington, Kentucky. Since then he
has twice won first place in the Mid-Eastern Dulcimer Competition (1995 and 1997), performed as a soloist with the Nashville Chamber Orchestra and at the American Music Festival in Tono, Japan and worked as a session musician in Nashville. He has taught and performed at major Dulcimer Festivals from Connecticut to Loui-siana, including three North Carolina workshops: Dulcimer Week at Cullo-whee, the Swannanoa Gathering and the John C. Campbell Folk School. Se-iffert's repertoire includes fiddle tunes, string band music, ballads, hymns, clas-sic country songs, blues, jazz, Irish, and even some Middle Eastern music.
The final Friday night concert for 2009 will be December 11: The Brass-town Ringers’ Annual Holiday Hand-bell Concert. Concerts will resume January 8, 2010 with clawhammer banjo wizard Adam Hurt. The Folk School concert schedule is available on the world wide web at: http://www.folkschool.org. For further information call the Folk School at 1-800-FOLK-SCH or 837-2775.
Stephen Seifert in Concert at The Folk School
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Sometimes, it difficult to find a good restaurant that’s open on Mondays. So when I heard that Murphy’s Chophouse was serving
lunch on Monday, I decided to stop in and give it a try. Actually, this Murphy restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch as well as serv-ing dinners everyday but Sunday.
The Chophouse celebrates its first anniversary this week, having opened last July. Owner/chef James Reaux has owned and managed several other restaurants around the area, all of which have been ac-claimed for their haute cuisine, attentive service and attractive decor.
Murphy’s Chophouse certainly lives up to its owner’s great reputa-tion. Located in downtown Murphy, a stone’s throw from the First Methodist Church, the interior of the restaurant seats up to 100 com-fortably with an outdoor patio that can handle another 70, seated under canvas umbrellas. The soft earth tones of the restaurant inside reminded me of an Italian villa with a comfortable air of mystery that simply ex-udes intimacy. What a great setting for a romantic engagement, spouse or significant other included.
The menu is extensive enough with tantalizing choices that can make it difficult to decide, although whatever you choose will not be disappointing.There’s a wine list sold by the glass, mostly California wines, but also selections from Argentina and France.
I chose a Chicken Cordon Bleu sandwich on toasted, pressed sour-dough, along with a small fruit salad. It was generous and cooked to perfection. I was surprised when the sandwich was presented with a small orchid blossom, suggesting a touch of Hawaii. Other items on the lunch menu included burgers, salads and speciality plates, includ-ing Atlantic Salmon, Grilled Basil Rubbed Chicken Alfredo with sun dried tomatoes.
Soups available included Charleston She Crab and French Onion. Salads included Oriental Salad, spring greens with crisp Won Tons and peanuts with a sesame ginger dressing. Or I could have chose a Summer Berry Salad, mixed greens, strawberries, toasted pecans with crumbles of bleu cheese.
Murphy’s Chophouse dinner menu is known for its steaks, chops and seafood. Barbecued are signature at the Chophouse, I am told.
Reaux says he strives to achieve a casual, relaxed atmosphere at the restaurant. With its young, attentive staff, pleasing decor and superb cuisine, I think you will find Murphy’s Chophouse a great place to have lunch or dinner. Chef Reaux has raised the bar for restaurants in this part of the state.
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Creamy Lemon SquaresYHC Guitar Ensemble to
Give Free ConcertYoung Harris College’s Division of
Fine Arts will present the Young Har-ris College Guitar Ensemble in con-cert Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. in the Susan B. Harris Chapel on the Young Harris College campus. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call (706) 379-5182.
The six-member student ensemble will perform works for guitar quartet, trio and duo by composers such as Luigi Boccherini, Andrew York, and Manuel de Falla. Additionally, some
members will also perform solo pieces. The Young Harris College Gui-
tar Ensemble is director by Richard Knepp, instructor of guitar at Young Harris College. The Ensemble is com-prised of junior Alex Gannon, of Blue Ridge, Ga., junior Adam Gibson, of Tiger, Ga., junior Jordan Marshall, of Hiawassee, Ga., sophomore Seth Pe-ters, of Loganville, Ga., freshman Sean Dorough, of Marietta, Ga., and junior Leon Payne, of Cartersville, Ga.
About Young Harris College
Founded in 1886, Young Har-ris College is a private, baccalaureate degree-granting college located in the beautiful mountains of north Georgia. Historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris Col-lege educates, inspires and empowers students through the highest quality liberal arts education. Long known for nurturing students during the first two years of college, Young Harris College received accreditation in 2008 to grant bachelor’s degrees. The College cur-
rently has approximately 700 students across four divisions—Fine Arts, Hu-manities, Mathematics and Science, and Social and Behavioral Science—and plans to increase enrollment to 1,200 over the next few years. The historic campus in Young Harris, Ga., is currently undergoing major campus improvements to accommodate the College’s growth. For more informa-tion, visit www.yhc.edu.
Includes Performances by Local Students
The Northeast GA Board of REAL-TORS is proud to announce our 1st ANNUAL Coats for Kids Drive! All six counties in our board (Towns, Union, Fannin, & Gilmer in Georgia, Clay & Cherokee in NC) will be par-ticipating in the drive by placing boxes for new and "gently used" coats in various locations in their county. Both management and employess at Ingles in Hiawassee jumped at the chance to help and we have placed our donation box over by the check out lines. The coats collected will be traded between counties so that none of the "gently
used" items are recognized by kids from the donating families and we will be delivering the items to Fam-ily Connection to be distributed to the children in need at the school. We partnered with Family Connection last year with the donation of funds to help get through the long winter and this year we will be able to help with dollars AND coats, with your help!
Please remember that "Gently Used" coats should be clean and in good condition and thanks in advance for your help!
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Good Shepherd Home Health and Hospice Agency of Murphy Medical Center will host its annual memorial service on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. in the new Peachtree Me-morial Baptist Church.
The public is invited to memorialize
the patients who have died in the last year. Families and friends will be asked to light a candle in memory of their loved one. A reception will be held af-terwards in the church social hall.
“We are fortunate to be able to have our annual service in the new church
and thank Reverend Chester Jones and his members for their hospitality,” home care manager Towanna Roberts said.
November marks the national Home and Hospice Care Month. The purpose is to honor caregivers who at-
tend to the in-home health, hospice and community-based care needs of North Carolina residents in the privacy of their own homes. Good Shepherd joins more than 800 licensed in-home care providers across the state in cel-ebrating the occasion.
Good Shepherd to host Annual Memorial Service
Contributed PhotoFront Row (L to R): Kathie VanHall, RN; Patti Shuttleworth, RN; Gretta Farmer, RN; Rebeca Wood, RN; Becky Chambers, RN; Donna Stone, RN; Debbie Mills, CNA; Jill Long, RN; Janice Leopold, OT; Barbara Cruse, RN; Lisa Waters, RNSecond Row (L to R): Tina Plemmons; Teresa West; Kesha Sharp, CNA; Pat Schaaf, RN; Tina Jill McDaniel, RN; Dianne Morse, RN; Sharon Carpenter, RN; Tammy Ledford, RN; Kyndra Waldroup; Kendra Postell, PTA; Angela CampbellThird Row (L to R): Arnaldo Lugo; Beverly Moore, MSW; Julie Yonce, RN; Amanda Mashburn; Tammy Roberts, CNA; Trish Brady, RN; Vance Ingle; Allen Lanham, PTA; Vicky Derreberry, RN; Sandra Hogsed, ST
After much anticipation, the time is finally drawing near for "THE IN-SPIRATIONS" to perform in con-cert at THE FIRST FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH IN HAYES-VILLE, NC. "THE INSPIRA-TIONS" will be performing at 7 pm on Thursday, November 19th in the new sanctuary of the church.
The group has had much success in the Southern Gospel genre with such songs as "Shouting Time In Heav-en", "When I Wake Up To Sleep No More", "A Rose Among The Thorns"
and "We Need To Thank God". They have been named "Favorite Quartet Of The Year" several times at the Sing-ing News Fan Awards which is held in connection with the National Quartet Convention.
Over the past four decades, The In-spirations have collected almost every major Gospel Music Award possible, including a gold plaque commemorat-ing their selling a million records. They have been voted the #1 Gospel Music Quartet several times.
The Inspirations In Concert At Hayesville FreeWill Baptist
Left-to-Right: Dallas Rogers, Tenor; Jack Laws, Specialty Songs Baritone and Rhythm Guitarist; David Ragan, Lead;Melton Campbell, Baritone; Mike Holcomb, Bass; Martin Cook, Group Manager, Pianist and Emcee;
and Myron Cook, Upright Bass Guitarist. (Photo by Daniel Tommasino)
Many homeowners love to feed birds. Since 2000, according to the Department of Natural Resources: http://www.gadnr.org/ , there has been a rapid population growth in Georgia with a corresponding substantial habi-tat loss for all wildlife. Their site pro-vides education on Georgia Wildlife and Conservation. They show you how you can help all wildlife by making a few changes on your property. Feeding
birds can become dangerous to you, your neighbors, and bears if hungry bears move into your neighborhood and identify humans as a food source. Should a bear then cause harm to a human or beloved pet, it means certain death for the bear. It becomes our task to learn how we can safely help birds and other wildlife.
Most of us move to the North Georgia Mountains because we love
the wildlife, mountains, and the forests. When I first moved here in 1999, I was disheartened when I learned that the bluebird population had declined due to pesticide use. My husband made bluebird houses, I began studying about our local wildlife, and we began organic gardens.
What can we do to somehow com-pensate for the substantial habitat loss of the past decade?
Evergreens such as Eastern Red Cedar provide attractive hedging. They also provide winter food and shelter for many birds and mammals. Blueber-ries, cherries, crabapples, mulberries, hawthorns, and grapes can provide both year round fruit and are attrac-tive in landscaping. Our land already had dogwoods, shagbark hickory, black walnut, hemlock, pines, oaks, hollies, blackberries and more. I do put out bird and hummingbird feeders in as safe an area as possible. “Bird friendly” herbs and native flowers adjacent to my vegetable garden also add beauty. Planting clover in fall and buckwheat in late spring also is beneficial to your gardens and critters.
We can learn about and eradicate
invasive plant life. A good source of in-formation is http://www.invasive.org/eastern/ With less invasive plants, we have more area to plant native plants. One thing I do is try to create a vari-ety of native plants by managing over-growth of even natives such as pines or blackberries. The local library, the Co-operative Extension Service, and our Preservation Committee can provide more assistance.
Positive action to protect our en-vironment can be as simple as set-ting aside a portion of your property as a Botanical Sanctuary. Individual property owners, developers, civic or-ganizations, business owners, schools, churches and government officials can make a difference. Contact The Preser-vation Committee of the Community Council of the University of Georgia’s Georgia Mountain Research and Ed-ucation Center (Jennifer Cordier; [email protected], 706-745-9317 or Clare Johnston; [email protected], 706-745-2655 or visit our website: www.gmrec.uga.edu for information about qualifying your property as an Appala-chian Native Botanical Sanctuary.
Creating a Native Habitat for Feeding Birds
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"What's In Your Attic?" will pro-vide a full day of activities for antiques enthusiasts on Saturday, November 14th. An Appraisal Faire will kick off the day from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, with a dozen experts converging at the Peacock Playhouse in Hayesville, NC. The public is invited to bring any number of treasures for identification and valuation. Clear photos of large furniture items will be sufficient for the appraisers in most cases, with close up views of special features such as carved decoration and drawer details. Admis-sion with one appraisal is just $10.00, with the second item priced at $7.00, and all remaining items for $5.00 each. Lunch will be available for purchase during this event.
Diane Lesko, PhD, of Young Harris, Hellen Pennington, of Blairsville, and Jeanette Kern, of Hayesville, have been added to the list of appraisal experts for the Appraisal Faire
Lesko will evaluate items in the cat-egory of Original and Print Art. She is the former Director of the Telfair
Museum of Art in Savannah, GA. from 1995-2006. She spent 10 years in Fla. serving as the assistant Direc-tor and Senior Curator at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. She is Phi Beta Kappa, graduate with a B.A. ,M.A. and Ph. D in Art History. She taught at the university level for eight years. She is the author of numer-ous articles, catalogues, and books on American & European Art History. She is a member of the highly selective, prestigious Association of Art Mu-seum Directors.
Hellen Pennington is one of the owners of the Hiawassee Antique Mall, and she has been in the antique business for 25 years, with particular expertise in textiles. She has done es-tate sales and has taught people how to manage and care for their antique linens. She will be happy to advise those attending the event on the best methods to care for linens, store their linens, and all of the other information that is needed to preserve their valuable textile heirlooms... in addition to their
value and age. After 10 years, Jeanette Kern is still
the joyful seller and buyer of vintage costume jewelry and antique buttons. She has retail space in 5 different an-tique mall locations, including Hia-wassee, Hayesville, Blairsville, Young Harris, and Blairsville. Jeanette wel-comes inquiries by phone at the num-ber above
The day will close with a LIVE AUCTION that begins with a lavish Wine and Hors d'oeuvres PREVIEW PARTY at 6:00 pm on the stage of the Playhouse where the items for sale will be available for inspection. Auctioneer Bob Grove will direct participants to their comfortable seats within the the-ater promptly at 7:00 pm for the start of the auction.
Admission to this event is just $15.00 per ticket, or 2 people for $25.00. This includes the Preview Party, auction bidder's paddle, and an evening of ex-citing entertainment even if you don't choose to place a bid. Everything from antiques to modern fire place
inserts, fine jewelry to hotel packages has been generously donated for this benefit event. Visit our website www.peacockplayhouse.org to view photos of items that will be offered to bidders; just click on "upcoming events". New items are being added daily. (Website Live Nov. 4)
Successful bidders will be able to pay for their items using cash, check, or credit card. Friends Moving, our offi-cial property relocation experts, will be on hand to schedule delivery of large items for a reasonable charge to buyers who may need this service.
Patrons wishing to spend the entire day in Historic Hayesville may wish to include the "Punkin Chunkin Fes-tival", sponsored by the Clay County Chamber of Commerce during the time period between the two events at the Playhouse. This event, which features a competition between various catapult teams who attempt to throw large pumpkins long distances. will be staged within walking distance of the Peacock Playhouse.
Live Auction Benefits the Peacock Playhouse
Newest trends in Holiday craftsToday's economy has inspired a
thrifty, do-it-yourself mentality that resonates with many Americans -; a trend that will no doubt carry into holiday gift-giving.
In 2008, over 42.6 million house-holds created handcrafted gifts, and no wonder -- not only can handcrafted gifts recycle materials and save money, they also prove far more memorable than any department store gift card.
"With tightening budgets, more in-novative craft supplies and products, and greater inspiration coming from the DIY movement with TV, the In-ternet, and craft publications, we are experiencing a perfect storm for an in-credible handcrafted holiday gift-giv-ing season," explained Craft & Hobby Association CEO Steve Berger.
According to the CHA Designer Holiday Trend Report, we can expect to see several key trends in 2009's holi-day crafts:
- Give a gift, save the world. Eco-friendly gifts that repurpose or reuse items will prove popular. For example, crafters will transform old sweaters into patchwork blankets, stockings, bags and wreaths, or turn picture frames
into ornaments.- Knit up some nostalgia. Crafters
will recreate simpler times with old-fashioned items and toys. The sock monkey, for example, has made a huge come-back with kids and is showing up in both traditional and non-tradi-tional colors.
- Craft with your computer. Using the latest three-dimensional embel-lishments combined with downloaded images is part of a huge trend in the craft world. Hybrid crafting can be per-sonalized by printing written phrases, names and dates, or decorating digital creations with large, thick and textured embellishments.
- Pick sophisticated colors. Red and green will remain popular this holiday season, but crafters will choose tradi-tional hues like avocado, kelly green and forest green. Deep purple and chocolate will show up often, as will gold and silver, because they create a more expensive look.
- Appreciate a good motif. Popular holiday motifs will likely include hap-py snowmen, reindeer, vintage Santas, birds, snowflakes, trees and retro ani-mals and teddy bears.
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Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital (LCAH) in concert with all the north GA and western NC animal rescue groups held a celebration of the Hu-man / Pet Bond on Saturday 10/24/09 at LCAH in Young Harris GA. The animal rescue groups that participated included Humane Society Mountain Shelter, Valley River Humane Society, and Castaway Critters. A representa-tive of Whiskers Project and Logan’s Run attended as well. It was a grand event that included Adopt a Pet, pet costume contest, rabies clinic, Good Samaritan Fund contests and games, raffle items, pet photos, family fun with children activities, hospital tours and demonstrations of state of the art pet medical equipment, and refreshments and beverages.
The pet rescue groups brought some wonderful dogs and cats up for adoption, and LCAH provided starter gifts for all families that pro-vided new homes for any dog or cat. The rabies clinic was conducted by Dr. Alfred Marshall who works at LCAH as a surgeon in residence. 58 dogs and 16 cats were immunized against rabies. This was a great turn out for the rabies clinic which is important since north GA and western Carolina is in a wild-life endemic rabies area where some pets have been exposed and euthanized due to exposure to rabid wildlife. Just the week before, Clay County reported a positive rabid cat that attacked some dogs kept in a pen which had to be euthanized because their vaccines were not current.
Several fun games and con-tests benefited the Good Samaritan Fund, which is an account to help fam-ilies lacking the necessary funds to treat an unexpected pet emergency illness or accident. There was a raffle offered and pet photos were taken that ben-efited the participating rescue groups. Jumpers Inc. Party Rentals from Mur-phy provided a Bounce House for the two legged family members. Hospi-tal tours were conducted by Dr. Hilty Burr, which gave the public the oppor-tunity to get behind the scenes and ob-serve the state of the art diagnostic and
treatment equipment that is provided for pets at LCAH, which includes the new Pulsed Signal Therapy unit that treats chronic pain associated with arthritis and other painful conditions. Also digital radiolographic machine, advanced surgical monitoring equip-ment and laser surgical unit were dem-onstrated. The highlight event was the Halloween Costume Contest that re-sulted in the following winners in each category: Funniest - Oscar & Lobo Taylor. Scariest – Erin Lacroix, Most Original – Heidi & Beacon Steadham, Owner/Pet Ensemble – Roscoe Keyes, Fanciest – Eva Parker, Best Cartoon Character – Roxanne Wendel and Most Appetizing – Fritz & Daisy Vaughn. There were lots of tasty treats including home made pies and pastries and hot and cold beverages.
The animal rescue groups represented Towns, Union, Clay and Cherokee counties and their repre-sentatives were available to answer anyone’s questions and concerns about their compassionate efforts to address the pet over-population problem in our area and what the public can do to lend a loving hand. Leaders of the res-cue groups served as judges for the pet Halloween costume contest and in-
cluded Helen Abercrombie of Moun-tain Shelter, Glen Buckborough from Valley River, Linda Bamfield of Logan’s Run and Bill & Lynn Hall and Deb-bie Sanford from Castaway Critters. It was a great turnout on a beautiful day. Dr. Burr especially thanks the wonder-ful staff at LCAH: Lisa Perry, Office Manager who coordinated the event along with Hospital Project Manager Tracy Smith and Hospital Adminis-trator Susan Burr, receptionists Linda Cobourn, Laura Wilson and Carol Gay, Veterinary Assistant Manager Justin Lee, and veterinary assistants Kathy Harquail, Corey Audirsch, Carl Dotson and Angela Sears. Also we are grateful to several volunteers: Terry Smith, Bradley Smith, Emily Smith, Cody Partin and Nicole Evans. In ad-dition, there were several local spon-sors who provided support, raffle items and services that included Affordable Pet Care, Always Christmas, Antech Laboratories, Appalachian Bowling Center, Appalachian Outfitters, Asia-nos, Bariki Salon, Ben Heithcock of MWI Veterinary Distributor, Big Al’s Pizza, Bi-Lo, Body Sense, Brasstown Valley Resort, Buckhead House, Busy Bee Printing, Butternut Creek, Cabin Fever Gifts, Cohutta Feed & Pet Sup-
plies, Cottage Station Market & Deli, Curves, Dare to Be Different, Deb Collins Signature Gallery, Downtown Pizza, Enrico’s, Fatz, First Citizens Bank, Frog & The Dragon Boutique, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Good Shepherd Pet Cremation Services, Grahl Gallery & Framing Studio, Hair Image, Pat’s Hallmark, Heav-enly Bakery, Heska Animal Health, Hogsed’s Sportswear, Intervet/Sher-ing Animal Health. John C. Campbell Folk School, Kellee & Jason Williams, Ken’s Herbs, Eli Lilly/Elanco Animal Health, Lovely Nails, Mary’s Southern Grill, Merial Animal Health, Mo-schetto’s, Mountain Parties, Mountain Valley Country Store, Novartis Animal Health, Papa’s Pizza, Pfizer Animal Health, Phillips & Lloyd Book Shop, The Retreat Day Spa, Tri-County Of-fice Supply and United Community Bank – Blairsville.
… . The 3rd Annual Celebration of the Human / Pet Bond was a great suc-cess. We look forward to even a better and bigger one in 2010. It’s all for our four-legged family members who pro-vide us with unconditional love by the Grace of God which is indeed worth celebrating.
In its third event of the season, the Brasstown Concert Association (BCA) presents Native American artist John Jaramillo in a program appealing to all ages on Sunday, November 15, 2:30pm at the Keith House, John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, NC.
John Jaramillo is a full blooded Na-tive American of Pueblo heritage, who grew up in New Mexico. As a child, he absorbed the ever-present Pueblo dances through celebrations and fes-tivities. Also exposed at a young age to the direct influence of Spain through strong ties to its cultural legacy in New Mexico, his growing awareness of dance was further defined during his university education. Today he is a pas-sionate and enthusiastic ambassador of these two artistically rich heritages.
Jaramillo’s program highlights the agricultural importance of the Native American culture seen through dance, as well as the “warrior” dance. This very colorful half of the program will feature
3 languages: Aztec, Spanish and Eng-lish. The program’s second half focuses on the Flamenco, a fiery and dramatic dance originating with the gypsies in southern Andalusia. Each of the dance styles are marked by strong and domi-nant rhythms.
Rosemarie Kelischek, BCA board member says that children as well as adults are entranced by the rapid steps and dramatic intensity of both dance styles. “John’s program is a winner! People love him,” she says.
This concert is supported in part by The North Carolina Arts Council, an agency funded by the State of North Carolina and the National Endow-ments for the Arts.
John Jaramillo’s performance will be held in the Keith House at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown. No reservations are required and seat-ing is by general admission. Tickets for the event may be purchased at the door on Sunday November 15; $14 for adults and $7 for students. For in-formation call 828 389 2595 or email [email protected]
By: Natalie Moses Contributing Writer
John Jaramillo to present both Aztec and Flamenco in Brasstown Program
There are many people in our com-munity who have hidden hobbies and talents. Murphy Medical Center Aux-iliary would like to feature these talent-ed people at an Arts and Crafts Show on November 13th and 14th
Murphy Medical Center is not only our largest employer in our Tri-County area, but also has an array of talented employees and volunteers who will soon be participating in this event.
Mark your calendars for Friday, No-vember 13th and Saturday, November 14th when Auxiliary will be sponsor-ing the Arts and Crafts Show featur-ing talented employees, volunteers and
community residents. From 9 am to 5 pm each day, 20 -25 crafters will dis-play and sell their wares in the Murphy Medical Center, Travis E. Green Con-ference Room and Lobby at 3990 E. Hwy 64 Alternate.
Featured will be handcrafted chairs, baskets, rugs, moss gardens, jewelry, floral and holiday wreaths, knitted items, ceramics, baked goods and can-dies, plus much more. It is a perfect opportunity to find those special gifts for family or friends.
The auxiliary will also have extended hours for The Giving Tree Gift Bou-tique during the Arts and Craft Show
with the latest for Thanksgiving or Christmas. For more information,
please call 828-835-3667.
MMC presents “Art Among Us”
Peg Russell will be reading at the John C. Campbell Folk School in
Brasstown, North Carolina on Thurs-day, November 19. The reading will be held in the Keith House at seven in the evening and is brought to you by the North Carolina Writers Network West.
Peg is a resident of Murphy, North Carolina. She will be reading original works. Her pieces treat with humor such things as frustrations, peeves and the things we do that make us laugh at ourselves. She pays great attention to form and detail in crafting her pieces.
Peg is a member of the Sarasota Selby Poets, a Fellow of the Florida Writing Project and the North Caro-lina Writers Network.
Peg Russell to read at Coffee with the Poets
The Macon County Historical Soci-ety in partnership with Michael Rog-ers, local photographer, will showcase a docudrama, Civil War Letters of Macon County, on November 21st, at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. followed by a pre-show of period music and introduction of re-enactors at 6:45 p.m. Screening begins at 7:30 p.m.
The film is based on the research of letters and diaries from period residents of Macon County and shows how the War affected the citizens in Macon County. The film features re-enactors from Western North Carolina and lo-cal residents.
The Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts is located on US 441 South, Franklin, NC. Tickets for the performance are $8 for adults and $5 for students and are available from the Macon County Historical Muse-um, 36 W. Main Street, Franklin, NC, and the Franklin Chamber of Com-merce, 425 Porter Street, Franklin.
A DVD will be released for pur-chase at the premier showcase and will be available thereafter at the Macon County Historical Museum. For more information, call the Museum at 828-524-9758 or visit the website www.maconnchistorical.org.
Civil War letters of Macon County
Movie Premier at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Whiskers Project has collected the best recipes from volunteers, cat lov-ers, family and friends and compiled them into an attractive cookbook, CAT LOVERS COOKBOOK. They are selling their cookbook mail order for $13.00. Make checks payable to Whiskers Project and mail to POB 575 Blairsville, Ga., 30514. Copies are
limited. The Cat Lovers Cookbook is a collection of tasty creative easy recipes from beverages, desserts to main dish-es, including yummy chocolate recipes for everyday of the month. All proceeds support non-profit spay neuter pro-gram. For more info, 1-888-872-9330 or www.whiskersproject.petfinder.com.
Local group publishes Cookbook
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RON’S CLEANING is now serving your area with quaranteed professional carpet upholstery and tile cleaning. Since 1981 we have thrilled clients with clean carpet in north georgia and surrounding areas. We know these are hard times, so we are offering REBATES FOR REFERRALS. You could have your whole house cleaned for as little as $50.00. CALL RON WARE for more details. 706-455-1095
“We Build Dreams”For More Information, give us a call
828-835-7333
You can have a BRAND NEW Home on yourproperty for as little as $450 a month.
The Artist’s Common
81 Tennessee St. Murphy, NC 28906
828-835-9108
Gallery & Framing
Free Estimates • 706-745-1020
www.americaninhomeblinds.com
Young Harris Hwy., BlairsvilleFree Estimates • 706-745-1020 Young Harris Hwy., Blairsville
Your Business
Can Be Advertised
HERE For as Little as
$9.62 a Week.Call Frank Bradley
828-389-8338
$500 Coupon with every$40 purchase
Andrews Ace Hardware& Building Center306 Whitaker Lane
Andrews, NC 28901828.321.4275
Murphy Ace Hardware& Building Center
2450 Highway 64 WestMurphy, NC 28906
828.837.7575
& Building Center
Blue Ridge Ace Hardware& Building Center
4344 Old Highway 76,Blue Ridge, GA 30513
706-632-8002
Hardware
IN-STORE ITEMS ONLY • EXCLUDES SALE ITEMS
Stressed?
Renee LamanceLMBT NC# 6688 • New Clients Welcome
(828) 361-1055
• Deep Tissue • Hot Stone• Swedish • Reiki • Reflexology
Sounds like you need a massage!
5731 Hwy 64 EMurphy, NC 28906
A to ZChimney Sweep
Quality ChimneyCleaning Service
• Chimney Cleaning• Professional, Prompt and Reliable• Certified Wood & Gas Stove Technician• Chimney Relines And Inspection• Chimney Caps & More
FIREPLACE SHOPIt’s Time To Sweep
Your Chimney!
Greg or Warren Dennis
Toll Free 866-656-3999
Call For Quote 828-837-3999
NOW OPENTime Out
457 Rodney Orr By Pass • Robbinsville NC, 28771
828-479-3777We Sell
Pizza • Grocery • Tobacco • Cigarettes • Drinks6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
JUST MATTRESSESNew Mattresses at Discount Prices Starting at:Twin Set—$118Full Set—$140
Queen Set—$160King Set—$199
Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.706-994-1027
2496 Hwy. 76 EastHiawassee, GA 30546
Next to Parts City on Hwy. 76
JUST MATTRESSES
*Bring this ad in and receive 10% off your purchaseExpires July 31, 2009
JUST MATTRESSESNew Mattresses at Discount Prices Starting at:Twin Set—$118Full Set—$140
Queen Set—$160King Set—$199
Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.706-994-1027
2496 Hwy. 76 EastHiawassee, GA 30546
Next to Parts City on Hwy. 76
Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.706-994-1027
Life • Health • Business • Auto • Home
Farley Insurance1004 Hwy 64 West • Murphy • 828-837-7447
139 E. Main St., • Robbinsville • 828-479-6448
Log Cabin Auto Website - www.logcabinautosales.com - SEE OUR ENTIRE INVENTORYOn the four lane, 5290 Hwy 64 West, Murphy, NC • 828-835-9720
Good Credit.Bad Credit.
We SPECIALIZE IN: 4X4 • JEEPS • BLAZERS • EXPLORERS
We Can Help!
OUR BUY HERE PAY HEREDEPARTMENT
has a great selection ofCars • Trucks • SUVS
*Come today and get somethingReliable and Dependable
Your Pre-Owned 4x4 SupercenterOver 60 more Jeeps, Explorers,
Vans and 4x4 Trucks to choose from!
$1,500 down and $50 per weekbuys you a mint condition SUV, Van or Truck*
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Wednesday, July 29 & 30, 2009 Page 7BThe Sentinel Newsgroup
Owner, Fred & Wanda CookSales, MikeChristine “Tots” Max
FREE ESTIMATESPhone: 828.837.5717
828.837.8185Fax: 828.837.1701
Toll Free: 888.636.3704
Proudly Featuring
These local businesses provide a wide variety of products and services to help make your life a little better and easier. Call them today!
High End TileTile done the way you want it. When you want it.
Jeff Richarme828-837-5656 • Cell: 828-361-4114
• Fully Insured• Free Estimates
• Tile, Marble• Glass Blocks
Serving The Tri-State Area
Visit our Showroom • 2991 U.S. Hwy. 64 West
Our Reputation IS Our Business
Lenny’s Carpet
1936 Hwy. 64 WestMurphy, NC 28906
Quality & ProfessionalSales • Service • Installation
(828)837-9495
Your LocalSource For
Water828-837-8008 • TOLL FREE 800-890-7238
Chris L. Dickey, President889 US HIGHWAY 64 WEST • MURPHY, NC 28906
Drilled Wells • Pump SalesTrenching Service
• NC Lic# 2261
• GA Lic# 440
• TN Lic# 803
HometownBusiness & service Bulletin
Light ExcavationSmall Pads, Ponds and Driveways
Free EstimatesConsider small barter or trade
828-557-4356
Please put us to work!
Tired of Looking at Spots?Good News
RON’S CLEANING is now serving your area with quaranteed professional carpet upholstery and tile cleaning. Since 1981 we have thrilled clients with clean carpet in north georgia and surrounding areas. We know these are hard times, so we are offering REBATES FOR REFERRALS. You could have your whole house cleaned for as little as $50.00. CALL RON WARE for more details. 706-455-1095
“We Build Dreams”For More Information, give us a call
828-835-7333
You can have a BRAND NEW Home on yourproperty for as little as $450 a month.
The Artist’s Common
81 Tennessee St. Murphy, NC 28906
828-835-9108
Gallery & Framing
Free Estimates • 706-745-1020
www.americaninhomeblinds.com
Young Harris Hwy., BlairsvilleFree Estimates • 706-745-1020 Young Harris Hwy., Blairsville
Your Business
Can Be Advertised
HERE For as Little as
$9.62 a Week.Call Frank Bradley
828-389-8338
$500 Coupon with every$40 purchase
Andrews Ace Hardware& Building Center306 Whitaker Lane
Andrews, NC 28901828.321.4275
Murphy Ace Hardware& Building Center
2450 Highway 64 WestMurphy, NC 28906
828.837.7575
& Building Center
Blue Ridge Ace Hardware& Building Center
4344 Old Highway 76,Blue Ridge, GA 30513
706-632-8002
Hardware
IN-STORE ITEMS ONLY • EXCLUDES SALE ITEMS
Stressed?
Renee LamanceLMBT NC# 6688 • New Clients Welcome
(828) 361-1055
• Deep Tissue • Hot Stone• Swedish • Reiki • Reflexology
Sounds like you need a massage!
5731 Hwy 64 EMurphy, NC 28906
A to ZChimney Sweep
Quality ChimneyCleaning Service
• Chimney Cleaning• Professional, Prompt and Reliable• Certified Wood & Gas Stove Technician• Chimney Relines And Inspection• Chimney Caps & More
FIREPLACE SHOPIt’s Time To Sweep
Your Chimney!
Greg or Warren Dennis
Toll Free 866-656-3999
Call For Quote 828-837-3999
NOW OPENTime Out
457 Rodney Orr By Pass • Robbinsville NC, 28771
828-479-3777We Sell
Pizza • Grocery • Tobacco • Cigarettes • Drinks6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
JUST MATTRESSESNew Mattresses at Discount Prices Starting at:Twin Set—$118Full Set—$140
Queen Set—$160King Set—$199
Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.706-994-1027
2496 Hwy. 76 EastHiawassee, GA 30546
Next to Parts City on Hwy. 76
JUST MATTRESSES
*Bring this ad in and receive 10% off your purchaseExpires July 31, 2009
JUST MATTRESSESNew Mattresses at Discount Prices Starting at:Twin Set—$118Full Set—$140
Queen Set—$160King Set—$199
Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.706-994-1027
2496 Hwy. 76 EastHiawassee, GA 30546
Next to Parts City on Hwy. 76
Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.706-994-1027
Life • Health • Business • Auto • Home
Farley Insurance1004 Hwy 64 West • Murphy • 828-837-7447
139 E. Main St., • Robbinsville • 828-479-6448
Log Cabin Auto Website - www.logcabinautosales.com - SEE OUR ENTIRE INVENTORYOn the four lane, 5290 Hwy 64 West, Murphy, NC • 828-835-9720
Good Credit.Bad Credit.
We SPECIALIZE IN: 4X4 • JEEPS • BLAZERS • EXPLORERS
We Can Help!
OUR BUY HERE PAY HEREDEPARTMENT
has a great selection ofCars • Trucks • SUVS
*Come today and get somethingReliable and Dependable
Your Pre-Owned 4x4 SupercenterOver 60 more Jeeps, Explorers,
Vans and 4x4 Trucks to choose from!
$1,500 down and $50 per weekbuys you a mint condition SUV, Van or Truck*
*WAC*
Buy, Buy, Lease, BuildNew homes available for purchase
now or you may lease for a year with the option to buy. All rent goes toward purchase price and maintenance and
trash pick-up is included.
Buy Your Home Site Now Build LaterBuild Now – All Costs Are Down
Building Costs - Mortgages We Build What you Want Full Custom
Buy Now – Low Cost MortgagesBest Buys – from the low $150’s
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Riverwalk of Hayesville828-389-8102
Your Business Can Be Advertised Here For as Little as $15.00 a Week
Call Bryan Hughes 828-389-8338
Hughes Pool & StoneCarries a full line of Landscaping products including:
• Oak, Cypress, Red and Brown Mulch• Brown, White, and Gray Decorative Pea Gravel
• Standard Gray Gravel and Rip Rap• White Sand, and River Rock
Located behind Downtown Pizza in Murphy on Church St.
Call (828) 837-6222
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• C l a y • C h e r o k e e • G r a h a m • U n i o n • Tow n s • F a n n i n
MLS#107155 Beautiful 3BR/2BA ranch on 1.82 pri-vate acres with 2+ car detached garage featuring tiled flooring in the eat-in country kitchen w/center island, master suite w/walk in closet & garden tub, gas log fireplace, laundry room, pantry, satellite ready, plenty of parking for a boat/RV, park like setting w/mature landscaping, close to town, low taxes. $169,900
MLS#106830 Wonderful family home located just minutes from historic downtown Murphy. This 3 br 2.5 bath home sits on 5.86 acres of beautiful property with a small stream. Bonus room perfect for a childs play room. Home has a full unfinished basement that would be perfect for a growing family. $249,995.
MLS#104975 If you are looking ot be close to town but still have your privacy then you should take a look at this beautiful 2/2 home on 1.43 acres with end of road privacy! This home would make a great vacation home or investment property! $159,000.
MLS#105607 Beautiful 2 br 2 bath home in the Five Forks Community, Large master suite, lots of windows with a nice view, wooded lot with end of road privacy, paved roads all the way through, lots of parking, fire-place, full unfinished walkout basement wrap around deck. 195,000.
MLS#107971 Georgous historic home in downtown Andrews. This all brick constructed house was built in 1942 and has some of the best craftmanship i have ever seen. great .57 ac lot, huge trees,shed/shop and completely renovated. Original oak floors, original doors, new wiring and plumbing. New HVAC, roof, kitchen and appliances there is nothing left to do but enjoy this home. $169,900
MLS#105623 Wonderful view from this 2BR/2BA Ranch. Distinctive prow front,full wrap porch,full basement,convenient to hospital,community college and folk school. Beautiful home!! $209,745.
MLS#106843 Great 3BR/2BA log cabin on .89 acre wooded home site, Pine wood flooring, wood burning stove in living room, gravity spring, private, satellite available. $139,900.
MLS#105023 Beautiful family home located on desir-able Tarheel. This 3Br 2Bth home is in perfect con-dition, large kitchen and family room, perfect for en-tertaining. Large bedrooms, and closets, unfinished walkout basement,huge laundry room, attached two car garage, large attic area for tons of storage, and much more. $279,900.
MLS#29117 CHARMING 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH LO-CATED ON A BEAUTIFUL WOODED LOT IN MYSTIC MEADOWS! HARDWOOD FLOORS, LARGE DECK, NICE VIEW , MUCH MORE! $229,900.
MLS#106494 VIEW FROM THE TOP! 3BR 2BA HOME WITH PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT, LARGE MASTER BEDROOM. 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, 16X20 1 CAR DETACHED GARAGE, WORKSHOP, SITUATED ON 1.66 ACRES IN MARBLE. THE VIEW FROM THE COVERED PORCH WILL TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY. $189,000.
Mountain Properties4800 US Highway 64 West • Murphy, NC 28906
877-837-3002David Ritz
MLS #106521 REDUCED REDUCED REDUCED! Large Family home in Marble, This 4/2 home has a large 1.29 acre lot with a beautiful mountain view. Large oversized detached garage, large yard, great neighbors, home is on permanent foundation. $124,900.
MLS#104703 Spacious 3 bd/2 ba completely renovat-ed red brick faced home near Murphy. Has hardwood floors throughout, a masonary woodburning fireplace in the living/family room, 2 car attached garage, attic storage, level yard, fenced back yard, outbuilding,new wiring and plumbing & HVAC system and many more features. Don’t miss this one! $159,000.
MLS#108117 Beautiful 3Br/2.5Ba ranch in Peachtree area, this home is move in ready, beautifully land-scaped all around, 3 car detached garage with work-shop, wrap around porch, fireplace and much more!! $239,900.
LIFE & ARTS 8BSentinel NewspapersNovember 11, 2009
Pet’s of the week
Hi, I’m Chopper! I am a young male. I was found on the side of a mountain and was very skinny at the time. Now I get two square meals a day, life is good! I’m very active, friendly, and playful. I like other dogs and am good with chil-dren. I would really enjoy a young, active family to call my own and love. Will I find my forever home with you? Call Shannon at 706-745-3601 if you want to come see me-please! I am neutered and up to date with my shots.
Well hi there, my name is CiCi. I am a pretty young lady looking for a home with a loving person or family. I am af-fectionate with a terrific personality. I am already spayed and up to date with my shots. If you are looking for a sweet kitty like me, call June at 706-379-2169.
Castaway Critters has lots more dogs and cats available for adop-tion. Please visit us on Pet Finder to view more. All animals are spayed/ neutered and up to date with routine shots.
Chopper
CiCiThe Learning Center’s “Alien Inva-
sion” on October 27th was out-of-this-world. The highlight of the event on Saturday was an alien-themed haunted maze called “Area 51” which featured a decontamination tunnel complete with biohazard techs “sanitizing” visitors before they entered. A crash-landed spaceship in the parking lot complete with lights and fog greeted the visitor as they entered the event.
Students from Murphy High dra-ma department Tri-County College Early College Program students and
members of the community took act-ing roles in the maze including soldiers, biohazard techs, aliens, surgeon, Men In Black agents and even an astronaut. Other highlights were the “elliptical tentacle toss”, Alien Invaders shooting gallery, bounce house, haunted hayride, music and food from “Crash-Down Café” and costume contest. The event was the result of months of planning and work from dozens of volunteers from the school and community.
Tim Noland and Jamie Keener, par-ent volunteers at The Learning Center!
Charter School worked with Robert Hamilton of “Sounds Good Elec-tronics” on the design, construction and lighting of the maze, enlisting the talents of artists, designers and creative parents and community members for help and donations. The costume contest brought out the creativity in everyone. Winners were: PreK – 1st: Colt Anderson (astronaut), 2nd – 4th: Kourtnie Richarme (alien cheerleader), and 5th–8th: Samantha Farley (alien feline). In the adult category, Joe Fowl-er won hands down as “Kiss” front man
“Gene Simmons. ” Best creative theme went to the Jeremiah Brinke family for “Family of super heros”
“The event was lots of fun for adults and kids,” said Mary Jo Dyre, director of The Learning Center. “This is our 3rd year and we hope to establish this as a Halloween tradition in the area.”
For info about The Learning Center! call Mary Jo Dyre,Director
