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Lake Oconee Events
Where’s The Fire(works)?
Are you ready to party like it's 1776?! It’s almost time to celebrate America’s Independence Day with a bang but where should you go to watch fantastic fireworks? We have made enjoying the 4th here at Lake Oconee easy and fun. Below, you can find a list of local firework shows, decadent treats the family will love and some funtastic fourth activities taking place at Lake Oconee in July.
WIN Our Sweepstakes on the Double Decker Tritoon!
DON’T WAIT! Tomorrow is the last day to enter A Day on the Double Decker Tritoon Sweepstakes for a chance to win a day on beautiful Lake Oconee in the Double Decker Tritoon!
This new giveaway presented by Young Harris Water Sports and Terri Griner of Lake Homes Realty is worth $1200!
Enter by June 24 at 11:59 PM for your chance to win! It’s the FINAL COUNTDOWN!
A FUNdraising Event; Kindness Has No Borders
Help In - Help Out:
A benefit concert for Ukraine featuring the popular Scott Deering and the Usual Suspects as well as Tim Cadiere and the Washboard Road Band.
The Help In - Help Out concert is being held in effort to raise money to support the dire medical needs in Ukraine. This benefit aims to supply doctors with much needed medical supplies as well as transport medically fragile children out of the war torn country and into the United States or European Union. There are many organizations that are trying to help the Ukrainian people with humanitarian aid on the border and in neighboring countries but very few, if any, are able to get medical supplies into the war zone.
Tickets are $100 and will include two drink coupons.
LIVE, LOVE, LAKE with LO Bistro
See food and eat it? Yes. We do that too. Yet, Gary Sofen and his team of culinary artisans will have you ordering everything on Lake Oconee Bistro’s menu and then some! Oh, and make sure you check out their new raw bar.
Their motto at LO Bistro is “Live, Love, Lake” and they deliver on that! Every weekend kicks off with Fun Fridays which includes live local musicians from 7:00pm to 10:00pm, then Saturday is Ladies Night where they are open until late.
On Saturdays and Sundays relax with weekend brunch served from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Make sure to order one of their amazing Bloody Mary or Mimosa specials.
Enjoy one of their appetizing dishes like the Bistro Bang Shrimp, Tuna Nachos or Stuffed Potato Tots. Grab a seat at the bar or the new and improved Sand Bar and sip on one of the many libations from their curated wine list or one of their 28 draft and craft beers on tap. Guests can reserve The Magnolia Room or the South Side of the Restaurant, private venues perfect for all occasions. Gary, a restaurant veteran, understands what patrons are looking for when dining out. The Bistro team strives to offer high-quality food in a fun, comfortable atmosphere that’s worthy of a night out!
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À Table Luncheon ~ Summer in Provence Class
Summer lunchin’ … have you a blast! À Table Luncheon ~ Summer in Provence: only three seats left.
Join Chef Deborah in the kitchen for a cooking demonstration, then sit down with her at the farm table and enjoy delicious food and great conversation. Participants are welcome to bring their own wine.
This demo class will be held at her lakefront townhouse at 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28th.
Menu includes Provençal Tomato Spread w/Crostini and Rosé Piscine, Tomato & Onion Tart w/Goat Cheese, Spinach Salad and Lavender Madeleines.
Chef Deborah’s classes fill up quickly, so make sure to register today by emailing [email protected] or clicking the button below.
The cost is $60.00 per person and includes recipes, instructions, and a sit-down lunch.
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Summer Camp for the Kiddos
Looking for summer camps in and around Lake Oconee? Well, come on! Luckily you’ve got The Local’s Guide on your side. As always, Lake Oconee Life is your expert guide to local happenings—and to help you peruse the local summer camp offerings this year, we not only give you the rundown below, but we also have all the summer camps on a searchable calendar.
Kids Camp Bike League
What: Kids Bike League- A Program of the Georgia Hi-Lo Trail
When: 2 Sessions [Morning- 9:00-11:30am & Evening- 5:30 - 8:30pm]
Where: Greene County Recreation Department
In addition, campers will learn the skills to mountain bike with confidence and safety from the BRAG (Bike Ride Across Georgia) Dream Team Coaches. Coaches will share their experience, expertise, and passion for cycling. Also, naturalists will teach lessons about the Georgia landscape, including identification and safety for ticks, snakes & poisonous plants.
FUN FriYAY is Here to Stay! Hooray!
EVERY Friday we’ll be going live on social media for Fun Friday! Log on and watch to see what we will be talking about THIS Friday June 24th when we will be at this sensational salon in Greensboro!
Shout out to The Plaza Arts Center where we were this past FriYAY, June 17th.
There’s still time to catch Godspell at The Plaza Arts Center!
Featured Business: Jessica Gratigny Photography
Jessica Gratigny Photography captures moments that will last forever.
Jessica Gratigny is a professional lifestyle photographer dedicated to turning her clients’ important milestones into cherished keepsakes. While growing up in Macon, Jessica dabbled in photographing graduation portraits for her friends and assisting wedding photographers. When she graduated high school, she turned her childhood dream into a career by establishing Jessica Gratigny Photography in 2017. Her clientele now spans throughout Athens, Lake Oconee, Lake Sinclair, Middle Georgia and the surrounding areas as she shoots portraits, weddings, events, commercial work and everything in between.
Being in front of the camera can be intimidating, which is why Jessica’s top priority is making all her clients feel at ease. By giving posing guidance and creating a relaxed environment, Jessica highlights her client’s natural beauty and personality. Jessica is well equipped with the skills and experience necessary to ensure her clients will be satisfied.
Currently, Jessica works as a photographer for Lake Oconee Life and Lake Sinclair Life. Her favorite part about the job is getting to meet the people of Georgia’s Lake Country and supporting the incredible businesses in the community. She also serves as the assistant photo editor for The Red & Black newspaper in Athens. As a photojournalist, she covers news, culture and sports stories through her lens for readers at the University of Georgia and in the Athens community.
Read more about Jessica Gratigny Photography.
Feeling patriotic has us all in our feels like…
ok, even if it goes back to food. Especially a hot dog.
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