Lori Bonicelli

The Rock Ranch LLC, a 1,250-acre cattle ranch owned by Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy near Barnesville, will kick off "Fall Family Fun Days" Sept. 20.

Last fall we took our family to The Rock Ranch for just a relaxing day of family fun. The Rock Ranch did not disappoint. This place is absolutely beautiful, clean, and staffed with the most pleasant people. Hay Rides, Pony Rides, Paddle Boats, Locomotive Train Rides, Pedal Carts, Cow Train Rides, The "Explore Georgia" Corn Maze, Carrousel, Cane Pole Fishing, Petting Zoo, Pumpkin Cannon, Corn Cannon, Giant Jumping Pillow, The Corn Box, Family Dodge Ball, Live Music and More....

You can even stay through the evening an bring a picnic, get a campfire and roast marshmallows. You can even spend the night in a real refurbished conastoga wagon!

The Rock Ranch provides a unique blend of "agritourism" (wholesome family entertainment in an agricultural setting). The Fall Family Fun Days feature a variety of interactive, educational and family-based events, activities and programs for its guests.

"The goal at The Rock Ranch is to create an opportunity for families to spend quality time together and provide educational and entertaining programs that create positive life memories," said Jeff Manley, general manager of The Rock Ranch, LLC. "Throughout the years, we've learned to blend our love of agriculture with entertainment to keep people interested and involved in a way of life that our grandparents knew well, but now is in danger of being forgotten."

The theme this year for the popular corn maze at The Rock Ranch is "Explore Georgia." As fuel prices continue to discourage long distance travel, The Rock Ranch seeks to highlight some of the wonderful elements found locally, in Georgia. The maze includes information about Georgia's history, famous people and exciting destinations. Maze-goers can attempt a scavenger hunt/ word search to find and match Georgia key words hidden in the maze.

The Rock Ranch is partnered with The Georgia Department of Economic Development and Tourism on this year's maze and its purpose is to educate guests about this state and all that it has to offer -- right outside their backdoors. It also is designed to help make Georgians aware of exploregeorgia.org, a new state tourism Web site designed to assist citizens in fully enjoying this great state.

General admission is $13 for adults and $11 for children 12 and under (children under 3 are free). Admission includes all activities and attractions. Discount coupons are available at participating Chick-fil-A locations through Nov. 8.

The Rock Ranch is open each Saturday from Sept. 20 to Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. In 2007, nearly 12,000 guests visited The Rock Ranch over 8 Saturdays of Fall Family Fun.

The Rock Ranch is at 5020 Barnesville Hwy., off State Highway 36 west of Barnesville, Ga. and east of Thomaston. It is 58 miles south of downtown Atlanta, 38 miles northwest of Macon, and 61 miles northeast of Columbus.

For more information or directions, contact The Rock Ranch at (706) 647-6374 or visit www.TheRockRanch.com .

Bonicelli Design recently was chosen to do the logo for U.S. Senator's Isakson & Chamblis's Grants Workshop 2009 in Savannah, GA.

2009 Grants Workshop - Discover Possibilities!

What is it? It’s an opportunity for organizations and governments to speak with representatives from the federal granting agencies about grant opportunities available to organizations throughout the state. Over 30 federal departments and agencies have been invited to participate in the event.

Who is invited?

Anyone interested in meeting with the staff members of federal granting agencies is encouraged to attend.

Who will this benefit?
Those who are unfamiliar with the grants process and as well as those already savvy with the practice will benefit from this workshop.

How much does it cost?
There is no charge to attend the workshop.

How do I sign up?Please RSVP to rsvp@isakson.senate.gov or call 770-661-0999. An accurate headcount is needed to ensure that space is available for everyone interested in attending.

Where is it?

Armstrong Center

Armstrong Atlantic State University
13040 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

When is it?
Monday, October 26, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8:30 A.M.

How do I RSVP?

• Please email rsvp@isakson.senate.gov (A separate email should be filled out for each member of your party or one email listing the number of participants).
• Or call (770) 661-0999.
• You MUST RSVP by Thursday, October 22, 2009, to be eligible to attend

For Further Information
Please call our office at (770) 661-0999 and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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