The Washington-Wilkes Arts Foundation presents an unforgettable weekend in one of Georgia’s most charming and historic communities.Invited artists representing  original art in media ranging from Painting to Photography, Ceramics to Sculpture, Fine to Folk Art will be on the Town Square Green.The Arts Festival, will be held  November 5, 6, and 7 in one of the largest and oldest National Historic Districts in Georgia. Pearl Fryar, legendary topiary artist, is our honored guest artist for 2010.. Don’t miss the chance to interact with one of the most amazing artist from the South. See and hear his “story” .In addition to this growing fine arts festival, visitors may also take advantage  of tours, Washington’s four historic museums, unique gift and antiques shops,  hotels and B & B’s, and delightful restaurants.For more information www.washingtonwilkesarts.org

Festival Chair, Debbie Wells 706-318-8190 debbiecwells@yahoo.com

Saturday, September 25, 2010; venue to be announced.  Pageant forms are available at the Chamber of Commerce, The News-Reporter, Talk of the Town, Tena’s Jewelry & Gifts, Bee Southern/restore Galore and Scarborough’s.  For more information – www.misswilkescountypageant.com.

September 17 – 19, 2010 .  Meet Joe Barnett, Jr!  Joe has participated in every Shrimp & Grits Festival Cooking Competition since the festival began five years ago.  He has won many awards and recently those awards landed him on Food Network’s Throwndown With Bobby Flay.  He took on Bobby Flay for best shrimp & grits and won!  He will be hosting a cooking demonstration on Sunday noon. For more information:   http://jekyllisland.com or nkringrowan@jekyllisland.com or 912 635-4192.

 Hello Again! 

Dear Friends, Many of you may have heard that Mike and I are back at the Fitzpatrick Hotel! Although it has been over three years since we last operated the hotel, in many ways, it feels like we have been gone no time at all. We have really been overwhelmed with the welcome that we have received and look forward to reconnecting with our friends.  

Please e-mail us at info@thefitzpatrickhotel.com for more details and information.

 Special Events Corner 

 July 15 –Meet Vince Dooley.   Vince Dooley will be at the Washington Jockey Club from 2:30-5:30 to sign copies of his new book “Vince Dooley’s Garden –the Horticultural Journey of a Football Coach”.  

August 12-14  –The Dixie Swim Club performed by the Washington Little Theater Company. Visit www.thewltc.comor call 706-678-9582 for details and show times. 

 

Judy Anderson – WW Chamber Director  – chamberdirectorwashingtonga@gmail.com

Ashley Barnett – Tourism Director – wwtourism@gmail.com

Rachel Arnold – WW Chamber Assistant – wwchamberofcommerce@gmail.com

We look forward to hearing from you!

THE REPUBLICAN GOVERNOR RUNOFF  WILL BE AUGUST 10!

October 9, 2010 – 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM  at Callaway Plantation.  Contact the Washington Wilkes Chamber of Commerce for arts and crafts vendor spaces.  706 678-2013 or www.washingtonwilkes.org

We are excited about the  businesses listed below who have recently joined the Washington-Wilkes Chamber of Commerce.  For further information please check under the Chamber of Commerce heading on our web page and look for these new members!! 

Bambi J. Arnold, CPA of Davidson, Arnold & Associates, LLP;  10 E. Curt Street, Washington, GA  30673

A Ladies Vintage Fashion Show for the benefit of North Alexander School Association to honor the memory of Bill Bennett.

Friday, September 17, 2010;  12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, at the Women’s Club on North Alexander Avenue. Hors d’ oeuvres, lunch with wine; favor bag; door prizes, 1920’s – 1980’s fashions modeled.  Tickets are limited – $35.00.

Call Karen Stubbs – 706 285-2132.