The holidays may still be several weeks away, but AAA says Georgians planning to travel for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s should begin making those plans now.
The City of Summerville has announced that tickets are now available for the popular Summerville Santa Special train excursions for the 2026 holiday season.
The rides will take place aboard the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s holiday train and are scheduled for November 28-29, December 5-6, and December 11-12.
Organizers say the annual event offers families a festive Christmas experience in downtown Summerville, complete with holiday decorations, shopping, and special activities for children. Officials describe the event as having a “small-town Hallmark movie” atmosphere.
Tickets are priced at $24 for ages 2 and older, and organizers encourage residents to purchase early because the rides traditionally sell out.
Tickets can be purchased through the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum website.
The American Red Cross is asking people across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to schedule a blood donation appointment in the final days of 2025 to help keep the blood supply strong heading into 2026. The need is especially high right now for Type O, A negative, and B negative donors.
With less than a week left until Christmas, the City of Summerville is encouraging families across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia to take advantage of extended shopping hours and a festive downtown atmosphere during “Sip, Shop, & Sleigh” in Downtown Summerville.
A special night of Christmas music is planned for tonight at 7 p.m. at the Summerville Seventh-day Adventist Church, as acclaimed violinist Jaime brings his “Silent Night, Holy Night Violin Concert” to Chattooga County.
Happening tonight, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in the Gore community of Chattooga County is hosting its Drive-Thru Live Nativity from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The event is the church’s Christmas gift to the community, giving families a chance to experience the story of Jesus’ birth from the comfort of their vehicle—or they can park and walk through the scenes up close. Visitors will see live animals, beautifully portrayed biblical scenes, and hear inspiring Christmas music throughout the evening.
A special performance by the Chattooga High School Choir will highlight the event, along with other seasonal music to help set the tone for the holiday season.
This event is free and open to everyone, and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church is inviting the entire community to come out and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church is located at 900 Farmersville Road in Summerville, in the Gore community.
Happening today at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, families are invited to enjoy the Peppermint Project, a festive holiday event presented by the Friends of Sloppy Floyd from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The evening promises a magical kickoff to the holiday season with fun for all ages.
The Chattooga County Schools Choral Department is inviting the community to a night of holiday music with its annual Christmas concert, “Unity: Let’s Celebrate Together,” happening tonight (December 11) at 7 p.m. at Chattooga High School. The program is expected to feature seasonal favorites and performances that highlight the talent and hard work of student singers, offering families a festive way to celebrate the season together while supporting local students.
Time is critical for patients this December, and the American Red Cross is urging donors to make an appointment to give blood now to help keep the blood supply stable during the busy holiday season. The Red Cross says O positive, O negative, and B negative blood types are especially needed now and in the coming weeks.
After being postponed last week due to rain, the 2025 Summerville Christmas Parade is set to roll this evening, Monday, December 8th, bringing holiday cheer back to downtown Summerville.