About The times. (Gainesville, Ga.) 1972-current | View Entire Issue (March 1, 2023)
2B Midweek Edition-March 1-2, 2023 The Times, Gainesville, Georgia | gainesvilletimes.com LIFE Georgia Beer Day returns this weekend Photo provided by Georgia Craft Brewers Guild The third annual Georgia Beer Day is set for Saturday, March 4, to celebrate and support craft brewers across the state. BY RACHEL ESTES restes@gainesvilletimes.com Whether perspectives tilt toward half full or half empty, this weekend poses a prime opportunity for craft beer connoisseurs to raise a glass to their favor ite Georgia microbrews. And it’s refillable. Slated for Saturday, March 4, Georgia Beer Day celebrates the state’s brewmasters and their malty, hoppy fermenta tion whilst also giving a financial toast to mem bers of the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild. In partnership with Boelter Glassware, over 70 participating breweries — including Liquid Nation Brewing in Gainesville, NoFo Brew Co. and Dis tillery in Cumming, which will soon be brewing in Georgia Beer Day When: March 4 Where: Breweries across the state including these Northeast Georgia participants: Liquid Nation Brewing, 21100 Atlanta Highway, Gainesville NoFo Brew Co., 6150 Ga. 400 Suite A/B, Cumming Tantrum Brewing Co., 1939 Helen Highway, Cleveland The Dahlonega Brewery, 3003 Morrison Moore Parkway E, Dahlonega All participating breweries: georgiacraftbrewersguild. org/georgia-beer-day Gainesville, and Tantrum Brewing Co. in Cleveland — will be offering a com memorative pint glass, pouring $1 from each into the guild. In turn, the guild protects and advocates for Georgia’s burgeoning craft beer industry. “Georgia Beer Day is a day to celebrate local beer, and support our small breweries across the state that help make our communities great places to live, work, and visit,” said Georgia Craft Brewers Guild spokes man Joseph Cortes. “It’s also an opportunity to support the organiza tion that serves the craft brewing industry through advocacy, education, and awareness.” This year’s 16-ounce glass, sporting the theme “Let’s Get Peachy,” show cases colorful sketches of Georgia peaches and hops by artist Baily Crawford. Beer lovers can snag one of their own, filled with a pour of their choice, at any participating brewery while glasses last. “We are thrilled to be a part of Georgia Beer Day with our fellow local breweries for the third year in a row,” NoFo Director of Marketing Eliana Barnard said. “It’s awesome to see the com munity and all the local breweries come together to support Georgia beer.” NoFo is set to offer “a wall full of great beers” including a new collab orative brew with Gaines ville’s Downtown Drafts, a new special barrel-aged bottle release and spe cialty cocktails crafted with a new blue agave spirit. At Liquid Nation, owner Pap Datta said the good times are set to pour with food truck fare by El Guero Super Tacos and live music by Peyton Kyle. For a full list of the breweries participating in this year’s Georgia Beer Day, visit georgia- craftbrewersguild.org/ georgia-beer-day. Lake Lanier Boat Show docking at Margaritaville BY DONNELL SUGGS dsuggs@gainesvilletimes.com Spring is nearly here and with that comes more oppor tunities to spend time on the lake with family and friends. And time on Lake Lanier means there are going to be boats — lots of boats. The Lake Lanier Boat Show is returning to Margar itaville at Lanier Islands for its first spring show Friday, March 3. The biannual event debuted last October. Hosted by Marine Trade Association of Metro Atlanta, the three-day Lake Lanier Boat Show combines more than 50 boating brands, 18 local dealerships and 270 boats for people to see, touch and purchase. It is also the unofficial start of spring and summer boating activities, according to Concept 365 event coordi nator Ashlyn Armistead. “It’s encouraging people to get out there because there’s nothing like seeing boats on the water,” she said. Armistead added that the boat show on the lake is dif ferent from similar events that take place elsewhere. Typical boat shows take place in large convention centers, and though there are ample opportunities to board boats, it’s not the same experience as what takes place at the Lake Lanier Boat Show, she said. “The great thing about this show is it’s outdoors and you get to actually experi ence the boats on the water, ” Armistead said. For those who’ve had their fill of water, the parking area at Margaritaville will lead visitors to the “vendor village,” a designated area full of things to do on land. Photos by SCOTT ROGERS I The Times Visitors to Nichols Diner in Oakwood beat the busy lunch crowd Wednesday, Feb. 22, at the popular restaurant. NICHOLS ■ Continued from 1B with people over time,” Alan said. He added the diner almost closed before the brothers exchanged owner ship, but he advised Craig against selling the land and closing the restaurant. “I said, ‘No, no, no, we have been doing this too long. Let’s let it run,”’ he remembered. “And we’re still doing it.” Through many changes, tough times, ups and downs, Nichols Diner is still churn ing out plates of comfort food one diner at a time. When asked what 20 means of business means to him, Alan said it means they have done business the right way. “In this business, it’s rare. Not too many places make it,” he said of the two- decade milestone. “You’re only as good as your word.” The words above the reg ister say it all. Dawn LeCroy stacks drink cups Wednesday, Feb. 22, preparing for the busy lunch service at Nichols Diner. There will also be live music on the Margaritaville docks along with food trucks and a coffee camper. LandShark Bar & Grill, Margaritaville’s signature restaurant, will also be open and the site for fishing seminars. “It’s going to be a great family-friendly event,” Armistead said. “People will have a chance to see not only the boats but have fun learning about boating and fishing.” There will also be an opportunity for a lucky guest to win a boat. Transcend Roofing System, a Cum- ming-based roofing service and the lead sponsor of the boat show, is sponsoring the “Crack the Code” contest in Lake Lanier Boat Show When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 3-4; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 5 Where: Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford More info: lakelanierboatshow.com which participants have a chance to win a $56,000 boat. The boat show is set for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Sat- urday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. General admission is $15 per person and includes parking. Tickets can be purchased at lakelanierboatshow.com. Photo provided to The Times The Lake Lanier Boat Show is set to dock at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands March 3-5. HOBBY LOBBY FIND A LOCATION NEAR YOU OR SHOP ONLINE AT HOBBYLOBBY.COM STORE HOURS: 9 A.M. - 8 P.M. • CLOSED SUNDAY PRICES GOOD IN STORES MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27 - SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2023. PRICES GOOD ONLINE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 - SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2023. SOME ADVERTISED ITEMS & PROMOTIONS NOT AVAILABLE ONUNE. SALES SUBJECT TO SUPPLY IN STOCK. AD DOES NOT APPLY TO PRE-REDUCED ITEMS. Y <5 Glass Decor Glass Department and craft glass containers Does not include craft stained glass Ceramic, Resin & Pottery Decor Does not include “Your Price” items Decorative Lanterns, Birdcages & Terrariums HOME DECOR 50 FEATURING TABLE DECOR Categories Listed Does not include Seasonal Department or items labeled Wall Decor and Gifts % OFF Wicker Department Decorative storage, boxes, trays, metal & cloth Metal Table Decor Enamel & galvanized decor Includes Crafts Department Decorative Table Clocks, Spheres & Globes Lamps Floral Containers & Vases Ceramic, glass, pottery, resin, wood & metal Does not include “Your Price” items Wooden Table Decor & Plaques Easter, St. Patrick’s, Summer and items labeled The Spring Shop* are not included in Home Decor sale. REWARD POINTS ARE DELAYED AND INCONVENIENT DISCOUNTS. WE HAVE THOUSANDS OF PRESENT-TIME DISCOUNTS EVERY WEEK, EASTER PARTY, CRAFTS & DECORATIONS 9£ Plush Animals, Paper Plates & Napkins, Home Decor, Baskets, Plastic Eggs, Crafts, Fabric and More Does not include candy or food 40; ST. PATRICK’S m Decorations, Party Supplies, Crafts, Fabric and More WEDDING40; Categories Listed All Items Labeled Studio His & Hers Invitations, toasting glasses, ring pillows, bouquets and more WEARABLE ART Always Gildan' Youth and Adult Short-Sleeve T-Shirts Marked price* $4.2/ Bandanas Price As Marked Bandanas Boas 990L 3.99 T-Shirts Always 30% off the marked price* Includes Youth and Adult Short-Sleeve T-Shirts, Baseball Long Sleeve T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, Sweatpants, Infant & Toddler T-Shirts and Creepers Does not include Cricuf branded apparel FRAMES 50 Categories Listed % OFF Wall Frames Poster, document, portrait and ready-made open frames Shadow Boxes Collage Frames Display Cases Does not include “Your Price” items Photo Frames Our entire selection of basic & fashion table frames and wooden photo storage PAPER CRAFTS | four oh five Basics™ I 1 & The Paper Studio® Solid Vinyl -12x72 5.99 Everyday price Solid Iron On - 12x24 6.99 Everyday price JEWELRY MAKING50 % Categories Listed Strung, Tubed & Packaged Beads by Color Gallery 1 ", Bead Treasures* arid Czech Glass Beads Includes Beads, Flatback and Hotfix Crystals by Predosa* Bead Design Co.™ Bulk beads 5 gems in a variety of materials the Jewelry Shoppe™ Includes findings in nickel free, sterling silver, stainless steel, and more Metal Gallery™ CUSTOM FRAMES 50^ Always 50% off the marked price* Applies to frame only. See store for details. Compare our prices to our competitors’ prices. FREE QUOTES See our Great Selection. Satisfaction Guaranteed. SUMMER TOYS 40 % fOFF Includes Little Wishes® Items Labeled THE SPRING SHOP" 40 % OFF “ «■ 1 )wl4f Fashion Items in Tableware, Garden, Wall Decor, Home Decor, Storage and More PARTY50 % OFF Most Categories Listed Does not include Seasonal Department All Paper Napkins All Paper Craft & Gift Bags & Plates Includes Solid & Prints Solids & Prints All Rolled Basket & Gift Wrap Candy Wafers 4 «« 12 oz bag 1 MM Price As Marked l,wu 12" Balloons 25 Count Solid Color BEST-SELLING BOOKS Bibles, Devotionals, Gift Books 1 and Children’s Books -he ALWAYS 40;^ THE MARKED PRICE* ITnntWorks CRAFTS 40 Most Categories Listed % OFF Cd 4 J rf r* 9 Candle Wax, Candle Gel, Soap Blocks & Bases Glitter & Glitter Glue Perler Kits & Beads Includes licensed kits, bulk beads, pegboards & more Children’s Activity Kits, Paint & Pencil by Number Kits, Diamond Art Kits & Fuzzy Posters Priced $4.99 & Up Crafter’s Collection™ Polymer Clay TlA 1.7 oz. Advanced Reg. $1.59,2 oz. Craft Reg. $1.49 fly ART SALE Master’s Touch® & Fine Touch® Artist Pads & Sketch Books, Art Canvas & Panels, Tube&Jar Paints and Mediums Does not include ‘Your Price” items 40 % OFF Super Value Pack Canvas 8x10-10 pack ALWAYS 'Marked price $19.99 Hx14-7pack 10 QQ P« 12x12-7 pack | £.00 pack 16x20-5 pack Master’s Touch* Art Sets Master’s Touch* o/ Art Tables & Easels Af\% 6°® n°l include OFF HUoff “Your Price’ items Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor Pencil & Pastel 40 ALL FABRIC By the Yard 40 % OFF Calicos, fleece, home dec, flannel, yy— broadcloth, satin and more Excludes precut bundles and fat quarters Sew-Ology* Thread QQfi Priced $2.29-$3.49 Poly-fil* 100%Polyester Fiberfill 9 Cl 12 oz O.Jf FURNITURE ALWAYS 30; % OFF THE MARKED PRICE* ‘Discounts provided every day; marked prices reflect general U.S. market value for similar products. No coupons or other discounts may be applied to “Your Price” items.
