The Town of Trion, under the leadership of Mayor Lanny Thomas and the Town Council, is inviting residents and visitors alike to a FREE concert at the Trion Parks and Recreation Center on May 10th. Sponsored by the Town of Trion, this event promises a night of fantastic music and community fun. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and prepare to enjoy an evening filled with classic rock anthems. The night kicks off at 7:30 PM with a set by “One-Hit Wonders,” sure to bring back memories of those catchy tunes we all know and love. Then, at approximately 8:30 PM, prepare to be blown away by “Pink Houses,” a high-energy live stage show experience dedicated to the incredible musical legacy of John Mellencamp. From “Jack & Diane” to “Hurts So Good,” expect a night of singalongs and unforgettable hits. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Trion Parks & Recreation, ensuring you can stay fueled and refreshed throughout the evening. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a free concert, support your community, and celebrate the music of a rock and roll legend.

The Lawrence Center, located at 71 Edison Circle in Menlo, Georgia, will be hosting a fundraising yard sale and bake sale this Friday and Saturday, April 25th and 26th, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event promises a wide array of baked goods, including fried apple pies, apple and banana breads, cookies, cakes, pies, and more. In addition to the delicious treats, attendees can browse through a diverse selection of miscellaneous items available at the yard sale. All proceeds from the sale will directly support vital community initiatives, including the Veterans Marker Project and the Reading Buddies program, as well as other programs and projects benefiting the local community. Organizers encourage the public to attend and support these worthy causes while enjoying a fun weekend of shopping and indulging in homemade baked goods. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to contribute to the community and find some great deals

Get ready for a day of family fun and feathered frenzy! Summerville Main Street is proud to present the annual Ducky Derby & Duckfest Vendor Market on Saturday, May 17th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Summerville Depot.

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For another year, the Chattooga County Young Farmers are offering residents the chance to purchase genuine, Georgia-grown Vidalia onions as part of their annual fundraising effort. These sweet, mild onions, a Georgia staple, will be shipped directly to Chattooga County in late April. The Chattooga County Young Farmers are now accepting orders for the highly anticipated onions. The deadline to place your order is April 25th.Pick-up for the onions is tentatively scheduled for mid-May. Those who purchase will be contacted directly with the exact date and time for pick-up as the date approaches. Interested residents can place their orders now. Checks should be made payable to the Chattooga County Young Farmers. This fundraiser supports the organization’s efforts to promote agricultural education and leadership development in the community. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy these delicious Vidalia onions and support a great cause. To order onions from the Chattooga Young Farmers, you can contact any Young Farmer member, or use the online ordering form HERE

The Chattooga County Historical Society is pleased to announce its Spring Quarterly Meeting, scheduled for this Sunday, April 13th, at the historic Summerville Depot in downtown Summerville. The meeting is free and open to the public. This year’s highlight will be the full-length premiere of the documentary “Hester”,  that documents the life of an enslaved woman in Dirtown Valley. Last year, attendees were treated to a preview, and this year promises a complete and moving story culminating in the discovery of a connection to local residents Betty Mosley and Stacy Scoggins Marshall. “Hester” tells a powerful narrative of a restorative response to a challenging past, demonstrating how historical understanding can bring a community together. The Chattooga County Historical Society encourages all residents to attend and learn more about this important piece of local history. The meeting will be held at the Summerville Depot

Chattooga County Masonic Lodges are raffling off a beef – and a freezer!  Proceeds from the raffle will benefit the Chattooga County Department of Family and Children’s Services Foster Children and Foster Families.  The drawing will be held on September 25th.  See any Chattooga County Mason for more details, or to purchase a raffle ticket.