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HOUSTON DAILY JOURNAL Three books penned by local writers ~ * 'iispK : _ August events at Georgia State Parks Special to the Journal Below is the Aug. calendar from Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites. During 2006, Georgia State Parks will celebrate its 75th Anniversary with sev eral commemorative events throughout the state. More information is avail able at www.gastateparks. org or 800-864-7275. NORTH GEORGIA Unicoi Station Celebration Aug. 4, 8 - 9 p.m. Aug. 5, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Unicoi State Park and Lodge - Helen This event is in honor of the 75th Anniversary of Georgia State Parks. Celebrate Unicoi’s history as “Unicoi Station” with dem onstrations on candle dip ping, cider makin’ and spin ning. Concerts will feature Appalachian and old-time mountain music, and fes tivities will include clogging and Appalachian-style com munity dancing. $3 parking. Call 800- 573-9659 ext. 305 for more. Confederate Encampment Aug. 5, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Hart State Park Hartwell Watch weaponry, drilling and marching demonstra tions, and then learn about uniforms, tents and equip ment from the Civil War. $3 parking. Call 706-376-8756 for more. Gold Fever Aug. 5, 9 - 10:30 a.m. Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge - Helen Gold mining is a fascinat ing part of the history of Smithgall Woods. Hear more about the history of local gold mining, the geology of the area, see specimens of nug gets, and watch a panning demonstration. Registration is required. $3 parking. Call CC Vann of Warner Robins has just published a faith based novel, “Can’t Let Go,” which is set in the rural south, and is the story of a single mother’s trials and tribulations. She will be at the Centerville Mall today from 1-5 p.m. to sell and autograph her book. 706-878-3087 for more. Guided Hike to Martin Mine Trail Aug. 5, 10:30 a.m. - noon. Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge - Helen Enjoy a walk on the one and a half mile Martin Mine Trail and learn about the history of gold mining at this site. Participants will be transported to and from the trail by van, providing an opportunity to see more of the conservation area. Register in advance. $3 parking. Call 706-878-3087 for more. White Tail Deer in Georgia Aug. 5, 8 - 9 p.m. Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia Learn about these large mammals and how conser vation efforts have been a tremendous success. $3 parking. Call 706-356-4362 for more. Visiting Artist Series Aug. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Unicoi State Park and Lodge - Helen Talented artists and craft speople from Georgia and surrounding states will dem onstrate their art or craft and have samples for sale. Artists will be set up on the 3rd floor of Unicoi Lodge. $3 parking. Call 800-573-9659 ext. 305 for mord. Saturday Evening Music Concerts Aug. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 8 - 9 p.m. Unicoi State Park and Lodge - Helen Some of the best musi cians in the area will per form Appalachian Mountain, bluegrass and southern gos pel music during this series which runs June through mid-November. “Pass-the hat” donations to the musi cians are welcome. $3 park- By CHARLOTTE PERKINS Journal Lifestyle Editor " M $ The Saga of Black Jim MacCrimmons Black Jim: A Saga Author: Hubert Philips Loyd Illustrator: Chris Harkins ' '"’'"l’: 'j '. \ " \ ' JR‘- ■' i" ' .* ,„.v? .; : -I- 5- iWpr^ p&fc -j i- • Submitted This scene is from Cloudland Canyon State Park in North Georgia. Visit www.gastateparks.org to learn more about Georgia’s natural treasures. ing. Call 800-573-9659 ext. 305 for more. Confederate Encampment Aug. 6, 9 a.m. - noon. WCillißay r YiouJo A Clean. Out. Your. 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Youth Fishing Days Aug. 19, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge - Helen Children and their special “big person” can fish in one of two ponds, stocked with catfish, bass, and bream. Fish caught in the ponds can be kept and staff are available to assist. Bring your own bait for the rods we provide. Use the Hwy. 75 entrance to the park. $3 parking. Call 706-878-3087 for more. Flintknapping Aug. 26, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville Flintknapping is the mak ing of projectile points from different types of stone. 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METRO ATLANTA Party with the ‘Possums Night Hike Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25,8-9: 30 p.m. Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge - Cartersville This Friday evening series highlights the park’s night life during a 1.5-hour hike that’s suitable for all ages. Bring a flashlight but no pets. Meet in the Visitor Center parking lot just before dark. $3 parking. Call 770-975-4226 for more. “Ruins and Rapids” Full Moon Hike Aug. 9, 9 - 11 p.m. Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs This two-mile guided hike is rated “moderate” and follows the lovely rapids of See PARKS, page 6C 5C